One never knows when the opportunity to advocate for more language learning may occur. Such as the case when one of my students asked me to speak at his "Court of Honor" for his Eagle Scout badge. Andrew, truly an international afficiando, has traveled to many places in the world. His most recent trip was to South Africa. He has already shared many his adventures and his new learnings with his friends. There is nothing like a peer telling about her/ his perspectives that will get others to listen and believe. He always comes back with interesting cultural insights and perspectives. I know that scouting has instilled in him the concept of respect. Yes, respect for people, for languages, for ideas, for culture and for the land. A big shout out to his parents for encouraging Andrew to pursue his Eagle Scout badge and for taking him to many parts of the world.
So needless to say I was truly honored to speak at this event. I gave a short message to honor Andrew in his accomplishment of becoming an Eagle Scout, for being an international citizen and for continuing his language studies in French.
So one never knows when the occasion will arise to speak about and advocate for la
nguage learning. So in front of parents, many other adults, other scouts and young Cub Scouts receiving their first badges I encouraged all to stay in touch with the world and gain greater respect by learning languages. This was a fun evening. Thanks Andrew for inviting me to do this and congratulations again. By the way the spaghetti and the cake were great.
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