Real Grammar Breaks Ground

On July 21, Real Grammar broke ground with its pilot class.

An amazing pool of characters make up the class roster with the support of discerning students getting word of the endeavor as well as good friends wishing to brush up on their language proficiency. The group is a hodge-podge of entrepreneurs, housewives and a missionary who all have a goal of using renewed English skills for work, socials and religious ministry.

Recently (and only two weeks after the first batch started), a second class commenced in spite of the odd mid-week hours. A foreign housewife who was a magazine reporter in her homeland, siblings who are mothers who wish to better their skills for the sake of their kids and an employee of one of the leading financial firms in the country --- all came together and made time to replenish their language skills and learn something new (or re-learn something old in a new light).

What I enjoy most in class is feeling good vibes in the dynamics of people coming together for the first time and hitting it off instantly. I believe the blossoming of nurturing friendships in a class is a miracle that makes each day a fruitful experience both on a personal and educational level. Nothing can be more of a damper than having apprehensive people who are uncomfortable with each other. This results in a very quiet group of people who don't interact, leading to insignificant productivity.

All the participants thus far seem to gel very, very well, energize each other, and support each other when it's appropriate. With people whose origins range from Hong Kong, China, Korea and various regions in the Philippines, there are definitely lots of cultural insights and professional opinions to be shared and bounced around.

For all those involved, this is a blessing.

I am grateful.