#macrobexchange

Hi there,

Any student in Year 10, 11 and 12 can participate in the language exchanges and study tours. Year 9s unfortunately cannot as student exchanges and tours are organised the year before they happen. However, Year 9’s can participate in Adelaide Exchange if they are selected for one (or more!) of the sport teams. They can also be involved in hosting someone if they are interested and able to.

Hope this helps!

Hey,

It’s definitely disappointing to have lost the exchange this year but by no means does that mean we are ‘shit’. Almost all the participants, and students in general, involved in the exchange put in lots of hard work and effort in preparation of the exchange and despite the outcome, Mac.Rob did a terrific job and stuck it out to the end.

In every competition, there will be winners and losers. Just as one soars when they win, one must also lose with grace. The essence of good sportsmanship is defined by this and to continue to persist as well as accept the final outcome, whatever it may be, is not just a symbol of good sportsmanship but also holds to a high regard the values we share at Mac.Rob.

Remember that there’s always next year and in a competition/exchange such as this one, the thing to gain isn’t just the victory title and a trophy but rather it’s the lifelong friendships made and memories shared that truly make the difference.

Hey there,

I didn’t go to Xialene’s talk but I am a friend of hers and here is what she said:

make lists to keep yourself organised

make sure you have good/supportive friends

the personal statements are the tipping point of your application

not one portion of your application will be the decision maker, which means you have to prepare all parts of the application really well

Hope this helps!

Love,

Hi there,

That’s amazing if you ever get the chance to go to Japan - it is a very different culture and very fun, with kind people. I went as part of macrob exchange and there were quite a few very nice places we visited in Kobe, Kyoto and Tokyo. One of the places I would recommend 100% is onsen. Anyone will do. Even though it might seem uncomfortable at first, it really gets you into the traditional culture of Japan and it’s so relaxing :)

Another amazing place is in Kyoto - the Golden temple - kinkakuji. We went when it was lightly raining and it’s filled with greenery and peace and you can also indulge in culture by doing a tea ceremony amidst beautiful gardens. With some nice matcha and traditional sweets ;) There are many wonderful temples to visit in Kyoto, as well as Kiyomizu temple - it’s in the ‘mountains’ (small ones) and the market shops leading up to it are very peaceful with lots of hustle bustle and you can eat wonderful food at nice scenic restaurants.

In tokyo, there are lots of good shopping spots if you’re into that thing! I suggest Akihabara for some anime merch and cheap electronics (we had girls who bought high tech rice cookers from there!), or Ameyayoko, or Harajuku (nice crepes and fashion clothing), or in my opinion - Shinjuku is the best for everything - you can get clothes, electronics, art supplies, etc.

Hope this gave you some ideas! Enjoy your trip (and the amazing food hehe)!

Hi there,

Unfortunately from what we know you have to be billeted with a student from Adelaide High School if you want to participate in Adelaide Exchange. If you are wanting to stay in a hotel because you are worried about staying in someone else’s home, the students from Adelaide High are very friendly. Having been over to Adelaide, my billet and her family were so accommodating (especially with my allergies) and kind. I had a great time staying with them. Also keep in mind that when Ms Pride pairs you up with a student from Adelaide, your allergies, interests and the sport you are playing are all taken into consideration so that you are paired with someone who is similar to you!

If there are other reasons as to why you might not be able to stay with a billet, it is best to talk to Ms Pride about this as she is in charge of Adelaide Exchange.

Hey,

So we’re assuming that you mean Adelaide Exchange and basically what will happen is you’ll get paired up with and Adelaide HS student who is involved in the exchange and they will be your billet. You will be staying with them over the few days (i.e. in their house) that the exchange takes place and they’ll likely be the person to take you to see different places if you get the free time and the person who will guide you on your stay.

Hope this helps!

Love,

Hi,

The Adelaide exchange is an annual cultural exchange between Mac.Rob and Adelaide High School (AHS) Students occurring over several days, usually Sunday-Wednesday in one of the first few weeks of August. Mac.Rob and AHS compete in a variety of events some of which are: soccer, softball, hockey, tennis, badminton, basketball, rowing, football, debating, theatre sports in order to win a trophy of true superiority ;). The place in which the competition is held alternates between here and Adelaide. This year the competition will be held in Adelaide.

Tryouts are usually held for most sports, but for some sports teams they just take the senior team that competed for interschool sport. This varies every year across different sports.

Love,

Hey,

That should be fine as long as you keep your grades up and maintain the GPA needed to do 2 3/4s next year.

I know some students who have been in another country for an extended amount of time during year ten who were still able to do 2 ¾ subjects. Though they did attend school while they were overseas.

You should definitely talk about this with your year level coordinators/ careers counsellors (Ms Serpless and Ms Puska) because each situation is different and they’ll have a better idea on what you should do. It will also be good to give them a heads up and hear what they think.