After some much needed R and R at the Manteo we set off for the first of what will likely be a number of action packed days - all described admirably by Penny below. I continue to be a little beaten up by the jetlag and lack of sleep but I am slowly getting there and starting to feel human again.
The activities to date have been run with military precision and it the hospitality shown by the Rotarian members has at times been overwhelming. Everyone is incredibly friendly and a joy to meet with and chat to - either in a Rotary club meeting or in the car on our way to the next activity.
I am really looking forward to meeting Doug Pearson and Principal Greg Kitchen tomorrow morning as I hope to learn a bit more about the system of education that is operated here. Being so used to a centralised system of education it will be interesting to understand more about the nature of the relationships between school boards, provincial authorities and schools themselves - given that there appears to be relatively little that is decided at the federal level.
As well as some key differences it seems there are many similarities between our two nations' systems - albeit it seems that their school population is in decline and rather than building schools for the future, they are closing them. Much more to be revealed tomorrow no doubt.
I am looking forward to a good nights rest - another fun packed day tomorrow!
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