Micaela Semanate

On the weekends, I have to wash the clothes with my mom. And since I have a dog, I have to feed it everyday. 

What jobs do your parents have?:

My father has a restaurant and manages it. He just started to work there a couple of years ago, though, because he used to be a military man in the Ecuadorian army. My mother is a stay-at-home mom, but she works as a taxi driver for children only. She drives a couple of children to school and back during the weekdays. 

What time does school start, and what time do you go home?:

Well, in Ecuador we have two shifts for school. I go into school at 7am and get out at 12:30pm. But then the afternoon shift starts at 1:30 and ends at 6pm. 

How do you get to school? Are you allowed to go to school by yourself?:

My mother drives me to school. I am not allowed to go by myself, because my mom doesn’t let me. 

Where do you eat lunch? What is your favorite food?:

I eat lunch when I get home at 1:30 pm. My favorite food is “guatita”, which has potatoes, tripe, peanuts, and rice. 

What language do you speak at school? How do you say "Hello" in your language?:

We speak Spanish, but we have English class for 45 minutes. 

We say “hola” in Spanish. 

What are some common kids' names at your school?:

Some common names are Jose, Bryan, Caroline, Stephanie, and Maria. 

What subjects do you study in school, and which one is your favorite?:

We study science, social studies, math, physical education, literature, and English.

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