John F Kennedy High School - Reflections Yearbook (Sacramento, CA)

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Hola a todos, When I applied to be a foreign exchange student, I never dreamed that I would end up in such a nice city as Sacramento, and in a school as good as Kennedy. I have had an unforgettable experience that has changed my life in so many aspects. I recommend this to anyone who wishes to find new experiences in life. You have to be strong to spend a year without your family. At this point your host family plays an important part in your year abroad. They treat you like part of their family also they make the year an enjoyable experience. The first month living in the U.S. was a little difficult to adjust. Their were changes, but after awhile you get used to hamburgers, hot dogs. and Monday Night Football. You begin to understand the American life style. I want to thank all the Kennedy students and my host family, the Moore's, for making this wonderful year possible. I hope I will be fortunate enough to come back. Gracias a todos, Julio Martin A.F.S., Spain iss AFS student QM' Gle for Julio

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Finland lsn't Finnished Without Petri No heissanl I was very excited when I came to California last August. I was going to spend a year in the United States and I would have to manage with, what to me, is a foreign language. I came here to live with an American family and to attend a high school. My reason for coming was not only to take a vacation from Finland, though. Coming to school here has been one of the most enjoyable experiences for me. One reason is that it is so different from the schools I have attended in Finland. Kennedy High School has more clubs and other kinds of activities, than our Finnish schools have. Becoming an exchange student was a big step in my life. It was the first time I would spend a long time away from home. I came here to learn the American way of life, something much different from Finland. I shall always remember, with pleasure, my teachers, friends, and all the others who helped make this year such a happy time. Finally, I shall remember my host family, the Beskeens, who have been all that I could hope for. PETRI KUURMA me Uhr. I , sf 'ir p ' X ' F' A ff I 5 assi-B ,123 fi S PETRI KUURMA AND HIS HOST FAMILY THE BESKEEN'S AFS Student l95

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I '53 Oh la Ia! Salut les amis I would like to tell you a little about my experiences in the United States as an exchange student. The first thing I learned from living in the United States was about the people and their way of life. I have learned a great deal about myself, my personality, and how to develop a positive outlook. Also, I have expe- rienced a different culture with many values and opinions different from my country. My first day of school was one of the greatest experiences I have ever had. I found Kennedy High School to be very different from my school in France. Kennedy High School has many organizations and activities that I enjoy. My family, the Newman's, are really great, fantastic, and wonder- full We have been to many places in the U.S. and I have always had a great time with them. They are always there to help me and to understand me. I would like to thank my friends and everyone who has helped me during this year and made this experience a memorable one. Just another thing, I love you, Anna, Rita, Bill, Peggy, Larry, and Marsha. Myrian De Souza American Field Service France XX AFS Student l97