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Welcome to our newsletter. Summer is still in full gear in Calgary! The weather is warm and the sun is shining. There are so many things to do and experience! The Rocky Mountains are calling your name. As well, it is the height of the festival season. From Jazz to Fireworks, we have it all!! Don’t miss out and see you soon!
If you would like to stay in touch with GEOS Calgary, please join our Facebook group! Feel free to also upload pictures and share your experience with your friends and even former students. You can get information on our activities at any time. You can also have a look at our students’ testimonials on our website.
Say "hello" to Maureen! She is one of the teachers of our very successfully TESOL and TOEFL programs.
"I have been teaching for 4 years and have learned as much from my students as I hope they have learned from me. My philosophy of teaching is to create a safe place for students to experience and grow in their understanding of English. I prefer to have students lead the class as I am more of a facilitator that provides many opportunities for students to practice their speaking ability. In any given class, students can participate in many different activities to increase their speaking, pronunciation, vocabulary, listening, and grammar skills. Most of these activities require students to be engaged and active in the class. After practicing their skills, students feel more confident to speak with native English speakers when they travel around the city. Enjoy the journey of learning English!!!!"
Our TEC(Teaching English to Children) course starts on Oct 10th!!!!
This 4-week TEC course is designed to give non-native English speakers an overview of Teaching English to Children. The techniques you learn in class will help you in your future career as a children’s English teacher in your home country. The class is based on a hands-on approach. Students will have many opportunities to practice what they’ve learned.
You can download more information from HERE.
If you are interested in any of our courses, feel free to contact us at info@geoscalgary.com.
There are so many events in Calgary this September that you will never feel bored. Please click on the chart below to look at the full list:
- Calgary International Film Festival (September 24 to October 3): The 11th anniversary edition of the Calgary International Film Festival promises to provide moviegoers with the very best of the best in contemporary cinema.
- CFL Football: Throughout September, home games at McMahon Stadium by the popular Calgary Stampeders
- Spruce Meadows Masters Tournament: From early to mid-September, a prestigious horse-jumping event, with some quality horses and riders from around the world competing for the coveted Masters Cup
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Currently we have 21 Nationalities represented in the school among our 157 students. We extend a warm welcome to all the students studying English with us!
Korean: 28.7%
Japanese: 21.7%
Saudi Arabian: 14%
Mexican: 12.1%
Taiwanese: 5.1%
Canadian: 2.6%
Chinese, Colombian, and Italian: 1.9% each
Austrian, Brazilian, Thai, and Indian: 1.3% each
Others: 4.9%
Why are you studying English? I want to be a realtor in Japan. If I can speak English, I will be able to help my father’s real estate firm.
How long have you been studying at GEOS Calgary? I have been studying here for almost 4 months.
What was your first impression of GEOS? I had very nice teachers, and everyone was friendly. I felt really comfortable studying here.
What made you decide to come to GEOS? My friend invited me to study here. Then when I talked to Kevin, he explained the importance of speaking English in this school. That’s why I chose GEOS.
What challenges have you had studying English, and how do you overcome them? I really want to improve my speaking, as well as vocabulary. I also want to improve my writing skills. Every night, I do homework. I listen to English books on CD. I study new vocabulary that way.
Do you think your English is improving? I have improved. I have learned new vocabulary, and new grammar. My speaking has also improved, especially my pronunciation and fluency.
What should a student do to become Student of the Month? Don’t speak your own language. Study hard. Make some Canadian friends and hang out with them.
Fumito Hanashiro
Japan
Happy Birthday to Kevin and Merion!!! (Our Manager Kevin and our TOEFL & TESOL teacher Merion). We went to a Japanese restaurant to celebrate their birthday. Congratulations!
Go-Kart
Students drove go-karts which have 9HP Honda engine, hydraulic brakes, and a butterfly steering wheels, all of which gives them the ultimate in speed and control.
The track is 1/2 mile in length and is the only track in Western Canada where they go over and under a bridge twice in each lap. The track has two figure "8's" and two straight stretches offering the thrills of challenging racing and the development of driving skills. It is a great and safe driving experience!
Pottery painting
Students chose a piece (from animal collectibles to mugs, bowls, plates, teapots…) picked from shelves and created their masterpiece in a bright spacious pottery studio. They got unlimited paint colours, the glaze and firing. They had an exciting and relaxing time and they had lots of fun.
West Edmonton Mall
Students went to West Edmonton mall, the most famous place where people can shop, play, and stay. The Mall's stores, attractions, and services combine to form the most comprehensive retail, hospitality and entertainment complex on Earth, 5.3 million square feet, the Mall is the size of a small city.
They discovered: World Water Park - The world's largest indoor wave pool and tallest indoor permanent bungee tower, as well as more than 17 unique waterslides and play features.
Santa Maria Boat - An exact replica of Christopher Columbus' flagship for his first voyage across the Atlantic Ocean in 1492.
Ice Palace - Where they experienced ice skating and they had lots of fun.
Galaxyland - The world's largest indoor amusement park where they experienced more than 24 spectacular rides. They also enjoyed the Sea Lions’ show and of course, they did a lot of shopping!
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