Bobcat Stories

Recently, Bosque School hosted students from Prepa UDEM in Monterrey, Mexico, as part of our continued partnership. Students arrived on September 27, had a welcome brunch at the Vener family home, and began a busy two-week period of activities at school and in the community. Although they had some of their own schoolwork to keep up with during the day, the visiting students participated in their hosts’ classes, bringing their language skills and diverse experiences into our classrooms. They went on two community service trips: a day at Roadrunner Food Bank of New Mexico and another at Cuidando los Niños. They also enjoyed a visit to the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center. More lighthearted outings included a day in Santa Fe and a morning at the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta. 

The Prepa UDEM exchange students visit us each October, and Bosque School sends a group of students to Monterrey each May during the immersive term, where they are welcomed into the community and participate in activities similar to those the Prepa UDEM students do at Bosque School. Our Bosque School students consistently report significant growth in their language skills and their appreciation of Mexican family life and culture. This year’s Bosque School exchange participants and hosts were juniors Lucy, Elizabeth, Hannah O., Kyra, Luca, Sophie, Isai, Gael, Rainey, Michael, and senior Orion. Spanish teacher, Rachel Hanselmann, hosted this group’s coordinator, Mrs. Silvia Ayala Montemayor.

Professor Rafael Martinez de León (Prof Rafa), who coordinates the program with his counterparts at Prepa UDEM, is so proud of the hospitality our students and their families offered this year, and of the many real friendships that blossomed during the two-week exchange. And Prof Rafa is thrilled to share some wonderful news! Next summer, in 2026, immediately following graduation, a group of Bosque School upper school students, families, and staffulty will embark on a nine-day EF (Education First) Tours trip to Peru. The itinerary includes Lima, the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Ollantaytambo, Pisac, and Cusco — an incredible journey that promises to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience for our students. During the trip, they’ll have the chance to immerse themselves in Peruvian culture, broaden their global perspective, and truly learn to expect the unexpected.  

Prof Rafa and his colleagues are excited to work closely with all the families who have enrolled their children to ensure this trip is an exceptional Bosque School journey for our students. If you are a Bosque School family who is interested in attending, there are still a few spots available on the trip. To start the process of enrolling in this wonderful opportunity, use this link: https://enroll.eftours.com/2843247CF/select-traveler/68f6c903033d9fffbcd2421a 

"¡Buen viaje!"