Beatrice Borelli’s story: from Treviglio (Bergamo) to the USA for a year, with Intercultura and the support of the Pesenti Foundation.
2nd Quarter: 2017, December
I have made some fantastic friends. I could not ask for anything better. We spend a lot of time together and we often help each other with homework. I have also made friends with other exchange students and it is surprising to discover how many different cultures exist.
Relationships with the host family:
I think I was super super lucky. My host mum is a lot like me, we are both strong-minded, so at times we may disagree, however we always work it out and get closer because of it.
Relations with the host community and friends:
I have made some fantastic friends. I could not ask for anything better. We spend a lot of time together and we often help each other with homework. I have also made friends with other exchange students and it is surprising to discover how many different cultures exist.
Inclusion and academic achievement with respect to performance and interactions with teachers and peers:
American school is easier than Italian. Having the same subjects every day, we never have too much homework. I feel very comfortable with my classmates, but the semester is almost over and soon all my classes will change.
Extracurricular activities:
In the fall season I joined the cross-country team and I really enjoyed it. So, I decided to pursue this passion and now I’m in the Winter Running team. Despite the cold weather, I really enjoy running.
Three beautiful things I will never forget:
The party where the only food being served was Italian food prepared in my honor.
The legendary Black Friday: such a great day for me!.
Decorating the Christmas tree with my host family.
Three nasty things I will never forget:
Currently I have nothing negative to say. Just common teenager/parent quarrels.
Other:
I thank you all once again for this great opportunity. I am living every moment to the fullest and time is absolutely flying by.
Beatrice Borelli
From Bergamo to the Usa for a year
with Intercultura and the support of the Pesenti Foundation