The Falcons have landed.
On Tuesday April 8, ten students returned to SSES from Cordoba, Argentina, where they had stayed with host families at our sister school Colegio Montserrat as part of a global exchange.
Lasting 10 days, the trip was a moving experience for many, involving numerous adventures and activities, cultural exchange, and the making of new friendships.
The travelers became immersed in Argentinian culture. During their trip, Falcons practiced fencing, learned traditional dances, hiked on scenic mountain trails, and much more.
Junior Marcella Clayton went to Argentina for the first time as a participant.
“I really enjoyed the trip because I liked being able to see the differences between North and South America, the cultural difference,” Clayton said. “The biggest difference was the living conditions.”
When asked if she would encourage others to go on the trip next year, Clayton added: “Yes, I recommend it for someone who wants to see a different part of the world, to push themselves out of their comfort zone.”
While exploring Argentina, Falcons visited the historic city center, attended classes at Colegio Nacional Monserrat, and gave a presentation to Argentinian students on American culture.
College Counselor Vanessa Vogt, who chaperoned the trip, said that she enjoyed the trip and is open to chaperoning again in the future.
Applications for next year’s trip are now open. If you or a friend are interested, please contact Mrs. Hambrick.
Check out some photos in the gallery below from Mrs. Vogt and Dr. Supernand, the trip chaperones.
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Saint Stephen’s students say goodbye to their buddies at the airport on April 8th.
Photo by Mrs. Vogt
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Girls from Monserrat and SSES bond after class.
Photo by Mrs. Vogt
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Saint Stephen’s students go to classes with their buddies at Monserrat.
Photo by Mrs. Vogt
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Students and their buddies enjoy a group hike.
Photo by Mrs. Vogt
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Junior Marcella Clayton enjoys a day with her exchange student and her family.
Photo by Mrs. Vogt
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The Falcons join the Argentineans for a fun fencing class.
Photo by Mrs. Vogt
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Exchange buddies travel through the city of Cordoba on a bus.
Photo by Mrs. Vogt
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Students at Monserrat have special hoodies which are part of their uniform.
Photo by Mrs. Vogt
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Students of Monserrat welcome Saint Stephens to their school.
Photo by Mrs. Vogt
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Saint Stephen’s students share a presentation about SSES to the Argentinian students.
Photo by Mrs. Vogt
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On March 30th Saint Stephens students landed in Argentina, welcomed by their buddies from Colegio Nacional de Monserrat
Photo by Mrs. Vogt
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Argentinians preparing various meats on the barbecue for a cultural feast.
Photo by Mrs. Vogt
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Exchange students enjoying their time on a hike in the mountains.
Photo by Dr. Supernand
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Students on a tour of the city of Cordoba
Photo by Dr. Supernand
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Saint Stephen’s students take
Photo by Mrs. Vogt
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Fencing is a popular sport in Argentina, and the Falcons took part in a fencing class.
Photo by Mrs. Vogt
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Senior Olivia McPhail and her exchange student pose for a picture during a walk.
Photo by Mrs. Vogt
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SSES and Argentinian students pose for a group photo at Monserrat.
Photo by Mrs. Vogt
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Saint Stephen’s students stand in front of the class for a presentation.
Photo by Mrs. Vogt
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Students play traditional Argentinian games at Monserrat.
Photo by Mrs. Vogt
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Students pose for a silly group photo featuring the fun that they had on the trip.
Photo by Mrs. Vogt
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A traditional Argentinian dish that Students tried.
Photo by Mrs. Vogt
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Sophomore Blair Woodson poses for a sick photo with his exchange buddy.
Photo by Mrs. Vogt
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Another angle of the demonstration of fencing done by the Argentinians.
Photo by Mrs. Vogt
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Junior Marcella Clayton gets ready to zip line in Argentina.
Photo by Mrs. Vogt
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Argentinian students teach freshman Wesley Clayton how to play a new game.
Photo by Mrs. Vogt
