Bonjour! My name is Alison and I entering into my senior year of high school this fall. I live in the surrounding suburbs of Philadelphia, PA, and I attend a small private Quaker school in the city. I have been studying French since 7th grade and I am currently in French VI. I am looking to do the AP level course next year and I am particularly interested in French art and culture. This will be my first time in France and I am very excited to finally experience this cultural mecca. I was initially interested in a French immersion program because I was hoping to gain more exposure to the language in preparation for higher-level classes next year. When looking for a particular program, I already knew of Abbey Road through a Penn Charter alumnus who had gone on a trip to Spain with the group. Looking further into the programs offered, I was particularly drawn to Nice because of it’s extensive reputation of beauty and cultural prominence within the country. I attended an overnight camp for seven summers and last summer I traveled to New Zealand and Fiji for several environmental and community service projects. In addition, I participated in a diverse exploration of each country’s natural wonders. From my experiences in New Zealand and Fiji, I truly gained an interest in traveling and I knew that I could find similar, meaningful experiences with Abbey Road. As a junior, this is my last summer before going to college; therefore, I am hopeful that Abbey Road can provide me with the experiences and knowledge of a culture and language that I love. Hope to see everyone July 2nd!
