Interview with a Luxembourgish Teen

Because I take the train to school, I get home around 5pm every day. I also have theatre club, which makes my day later, as it takes place after school.”

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

“Most kids start taking public transport to school by themselves at 12 years old. That’s when I started. So, yeah, I take a bus or the train to school every day by myself.”

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

“We have a canteen—or, cafeteria—that I eat at. I like when they serve chicken and rice or some sort of spaghetti. My favorite food is Ashanti, which is a Nigerian dish made from cassava. It’s a type of fufu.”

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

"Classes are taught in German, French, Luxembourgish, and English. I prefer English. You can say “moien,” [Luxembourgish] “hallo,” [German], or “salut/bonjour,” [French]."

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

"Lara (pronounced Lah-Dah), Sara (pronounced Saw-Daw), Oneida, Niveau, Finn, and Samantha are pretty common. There’s so many cultures in Luxembourg that it is hard to say there are common names."

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

"Because I’m in an art-specific school, I study art history, graphic design, 3D printing, drawing, and painting. I also have language classes, math, and health sciences, but I like the art classes more."

What is your homework like?:

"We get the most homework in Maths, but we get homework in almost every class. It is a lot of essays and portfolios."

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