26 Jan Travelling is living - the second part of our Cultural Subject Journeys

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Good away, but best at home. The second half of our Cultural Subject Journeys is coming to an end and we're excited to get the students back to school. Travelling is living - and boy, are we living! School visits, hiking, volunteering, surfing and sailing are just some of the activities the students have enjoyed this week. We're sure that all students have had a wealth of experiences, impressions and culture. In this week's newsletter, we have compiled an overview of all our Cultural Studies trips. We hope you enjoy it.

Brazil

In Brasilien, we have managed to visit Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf Mountain over the past week. In addition, we have of course had time for shopping, eating good food, relaxing and socialising with each other.

To follow Brasilien's Facebook page, you can use the following link: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057533647572

Group photo of efterskole students on a trip in Brasilien.
After-school students gathered around a bonfire in Brasilien.
After-school students narrowed down for a group photo in the rain in Brasilien.
Girls stand together with mountains and city in the background.
After-school students gather in front of the Christ statue in Brasilien.
Girls sit around a table to socialise and eat.

Argentina


In Argentina, we experienced a real carnival with lots of colour and celebration. We also visited a dog sanctuary where we played, fed and petted the dogs.

To follow Argentina's Facebook page, you can use the following link: https://www.facebook.com/argentinakulturfag

Older man stands with open arms, sunglasses and gold shirt, having fun.
2 girls stand with a man from a parade who is painted blue in the face
2 ladies parade with colourful costumes in Agentina
Efterskole students gathered with a flag from Ranum Efterskole College and the Agentinian flag.
Boys and girls together with a party in the background
Girl with pink top looks at shelter dogs

South Africa


In South Africa, we have done a lot of physical activity. We have both sandboarded and tried ziplining. In addition, we visited Wynberg Drengehøjskole, where some brave students gave a presentation in front of 1000 students about the Danish school system.

To follow South Africa's Facebook page, you can use the following link: https://www.facebook.com/recsydafrika

Students gathered with mountains in the background
5 boys stand with their arms around each other with blue sky, mountains and city in the background.
3 girls stand with their arms around each other and have great love for each other
2 girls surfing down a hill made of sand
girls and boys together with blue sky and mountains in the background
Danish and South African students unite

Bali

The past week in Bali has included surfing and volunteering with Scholars Of Sustenance.

To follow Bali's Facebook page, you can use the following link: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090358741288

1TP5Students work in rice fields in Bali
After-school students swim at waterfalls
Danish girl holds a younger girl from Bali
Girl surfer in Bali
After-school students gathered in front of temple
Danish girl students distribute food to younger girls in Bali

Namibia

In Namibia, we have spent the past week cooking for baboons, playing with some local children and travelling through the vast desert.

To follow Namibia's Facebook page, you can use the following link: https://www.facebook.com/RE.wildlife.conservation

Girl throws meat over fence to a tiger
Danish efterskoleelev gives high fives to younger children from Namibia
Students gathered in front of high cliff in Nimibia
girls and boys sitting on a mountain of sand in the desert
a girl and a boy collect food in a ball for the animals
Two Danish girls play with two children from Namibia

Costa Rica

In Costa Rica, we've been out and about in the jungle, hiking both night and day.

To follow Costa Rica's Facebook page, you can use the following link: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063662636859

Students gathered in front of a waterfall in Costa Rica
Two girls and a boy drink from coconuts
Students wear bags on their heads while walking through a river
After-school students swim in a waterfall in Costa Rica
Danish girl gets painted on the head by a Costa Rican man

Japan

In Japan, we have immersed ourselves in the rich Japanese culture and experienced a multitude of fascinating traditions and customs.

To follow Japan's Facebook page, you can use the following link: https://www.facebook.com/japanranum

After-school students gathered in Japan

If you want to see more about the Japan trip, you can take a look at their Facebook page, where there are several videos from their trip.

China

In China, we tried out the ancient martial art Kung Fu. We also went out for a 13-course meal and saw several different buddas.

To follow China's Facebook page, you can use the following link: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063892270270

Students gathered in front of the budda
After-school students sit around a table eating Chinese food
After-school students gathered with Chinese culture in the background
After-school student stands with a stick and practises martial arts
A boy chops a piece of meat with a giant knife
Five girls stand in front of a budda in China

US Road Trip East & West

In the US, the team from the west went crocodile hunting and watched an NBA game live. The team from the west explored downtown LA and saw the very first McDonald's.

To follow the US road trips Facebook page, you can use the following link: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063482963969

East:

After-school students stand together with water in the background
Four girls take a selfie from a tall building overlooking the city
Students go sailing to find crocodiles in the US
After-school students sit in a car and smile
After-school students get lunch at a dinner
four girls swimming in a pool in the USA

Vest:

five girls stand in front of the Hollywood sign in the USA
Students gather at the stand and watch the sunset
Students climb up and down a pile of rocks
After-school students gather in front of a fountain in the USA

US Texas

This week in Texas, we visited the George Bush Museum, enjoyed a water park and took part in the American horse culture. The cold weather in Texas has challenged the group a lot, as this means that large parts of society shut down. Therefore, the group has had to think fast and has had a lot of help from local guide Ed, who has been able to come up with alternatives to the programme.

To follow the US Texas Facebook page, you can use the following link: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083177776456

After-school students lie on a large sofa close to each other
Two boys stand by a Texas sign and form the X in Texas themselves
Girl stands with a gun in her hand and shoots
After-school students gathered in front of water slides
A boy sits on a horse
After-school students gathered in a beautiful and prestigious office

US Robotics


The US Robotics team has reached the road-trip part of the trip. The cold weather has also been felt here, and the group has explored the Everglades, Savannah and Daytona Beach.

To follow US Robotics Facebook page, you can use the following link: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555699194639

Humans around a hall with a large spaceship
People looking at control panel in the US

Thailand Sailing

In Thailand, we took time to explore the jungle. In addition, we also had the opportunity to go on a school visit, which included cooking and dancing.

To follow Thailand's Facebook page, you can use the following link: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100069732930892

A man takes a selfie with efterskole students in the background sitting around a table
Two boys and two girls from Denmark stand together on a beach with blue water in the background
Two Danish girls standing in a market in Thailand
After-school students gathered in Thailand with a big tree in the background
After-school students gathered in Thailand
After-school students sit on the floor and practise taiji in Thailand

South Korea


In South Korea, we explored the local culture by trying on traditional Hanbok dresses and spent time at an amusement park for entertainment and fun activities.

To follow South Korea's Facebook page, you can use the following link: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057659100405

Students take dinner from a Korean buffet
Students behind giant sign that reads Visit Korea Year
1TP5Students sitting down to dinner
Two girls wearing dresses from South Korea
Students crowded in front of a building in South Korea

Nepal High Trek

In Nepal, we have visited the most important Hindu and Buddhist holy sites and seen the culture up close.

To follow Nepal high trek's Facebook page, you can use the following link: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028607635383

We recommend checking out the Nepal High Treks Facebook page, as it has a lot of great videos from their trip.

Nepal Culture


In Nepal, the week has been packed with exciting activities. We have been river rafting and paragliding. In addition to this, we have had the honour of wearing beautiful, traditional Nepalese dresses.

To follow Nepal Culture's Facebook page, you can use the following link: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063467667025

A boy and three girls together, each wearing an orange necklace
After-school student floats in the air and makes a heart with his hands
Students sit in a boat wearing blue helmets and orange suits
Girl wearing grey sweatshirt with Ranum Efterskole College logo on the back
Three girls wearing dresses from Nepal's culture
After-school students gather around a dog and pet the dog

Canada


In Canada, we have continued to be filled with exciting activities, including an energetic ice hockey match. Of course, we also had the pleasure of celebrating a birthday during our stay.

To follow Canada's Facebook page, you can use the following link: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064896062237

5 boys on their way to Canada sit in an aeroplane and smile
6 boys sitting on a bus and smiling
After-school students ski with 5 Olympic rings behind them
Students ski together and are surrounded by snow
Boys gather around the birthday boy
Boys walk into a room with a birthdah flag

Morocco

In Morocco this week we have enjoyed fantastic walks and, of course, surfed a lot. Awesome!

To follow Morocco's Facebook page, you can use the following link: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555200913260

Two girls looking at a market in Morocco
After-school elves ride camels
two girls slicing cucumber
Three girls cuddle 2 stray dogs
Students gathered for dinner
After-school students gathered in front of a building in Morrokko

Panama


In Panama, we've had an adventurous week exploring the refreshing waters, surfing and snorkelling.

To follow Panama's Facebook page, you can use the following link: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555233611999

two girls hold each other while wearing life jackets
After-school students gathered with mountains in the background
Two Danish girls sit with a younger girl around a table
After-school students gathered for a lesson in surfing
A boy gets a haircut by a man from Panama
Two boys bathing in Panama

Europe Tour

On our Europe Tour this week, we travelled to Bayonne in France and Bilbao in Spain. This has given our trip wonderful experiences of both culture and landscapes.

To follow the Europa tours Facebook page, you can use the following link: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064168503256

five boys sitting in a lift looking out
Students gathered in front of a building in Europe
Three boys gathered in front of a staircase in Europe
Two girls smiling and signalling to another
Students gathered with blue sky in the background
Tp boys wearing a red hoodie from Ranum Efterskole College

Malaysia

During this week in Malaysia, we've explored nature by hiking and enjoying swims at Kanching Waterfall. We've also had the pleasure of enjoying dinner with our amazing host families.

To follow Malaysia's Facebook page, you can use the following link: https://www.facebook.com/MalaysiaREC

A boy and a girl smile and give a thumps up
Students gathered in front of waterfall
After-school students sit on the floor and have dinner with a Malaysian family
Students walk through nature in Malaysia
After-school students have fallen asleep on a boat in Malaysia
2 girls standing on a bridge with nature in the background

Dear reader, this was a small insight into what the individual journeys are doing. To see and read more from each trip, you can follow us on our social media channels.

The training manager's column

As Headmaster Olav Storm is in Japan on a Cultural Studies trip, there is no headmaster's column this week. However, we don't want you to be cheated, so Head of Education Matthew Danaher has put a few words on his thoughts about the ongoing Cultural Studies Journeys.

Dear families and friends of the school,

I am on my way to South Africa, where I will enjoy a two-week holiday with my lovely family. I do this with peace of mind, due to the good feedback I have received from the Cultural Subject Journeys. My impression is that the students have had some great experiences and that the travellers have been able to overcome the challenges they have encountered. Next week, we'll be back to normal classes and everyday life will once again begin.

I hope that many of you will be able to join us for this year's Culture and Family Day on 11 February.

Have a great weekend,

Matthew Danaher.

It happens


03.-04.02.24 Magic Weekend
11.02.24 Culture and Family Day
12.02.24 P3 starter
24.-25.02.24 Friends Weekend

Invitation to Culture and Family Day:

On Sunday 11/02, you are invited to a Family and Culture Day here at Ranum Efterskole College. Here you will be able to hear presentations from Kulturfagsrejserne, listen to exciting lectures from Sofie Mundbjerg and enjoy some tasty treats with familien. See the invitation below - we hope to see you there!

https://skoleplan.ranumefterskole.dk/OpslagDokument.ashx?id=2YI4MMtOUwhA0AAaXR6okOE45NNPNp5Aq8ZwGg92imadyJK0f6L5QWzhChNJh37Ru51JYEKz15ZYBrbNwdhoVHZTQnIwh9CKeN1JAkFqicg%3D&fbclid=IwAR3nI6MJJPcdV-k050pgOWIvBDZXhvC9RjEoc5GbUW6pnMJZEOVOcBZQghE

Remember to sign up for the day via Skoleplan.

Have a great weekend, wherever you are in the world.


Travelling greetings from,


Ranum Efterskole College

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