Hiding in the School Basement in Ukraine. 🇺🇦

[@Nathanfrisk]

Hey Johnny the kids seem to really enjoy your teaching. You are making a real difference in their lives. Teaching English to students in Ukraine, especially in such challenging times, is truly inspiring.

[@curiousnomadic]

They like him so much I wonder if he could teach them other things like e-commerce.

[@mikeses4392]

It’s so encouraging to see those happy kids! I’m sure they are on their best behavior on camera but they seem like such good kids! The future of Ukraine is bright!

[@JohnnyFD]

They're just as great off camera, I swear!

[@АндрійАстахов-д2ъ]

Hi Johnny, my name is Andriy, I live in Kiev, I'm 29, I love my country, because there is a lot to love about it, it's about new buildings or development, it's about people and their metabolic education, despite sometimes our politics, which has problems that have remained since the times of the USSR, thank you very much for what you do, and I'm glad that Ukraine and Kiev in particular has become your second home, I hope one day we will see each other, and I can shake your hand, and say warm words! It's nice to see that people care, I can't say the same about the foreign policy of any country!

[@АндрійАстахов-д2ъ]

and I wanted to add, it is sad to think that today's politics does not give a proper idea that the world needs Ukraine, and the world needs Ukraine, and I probably would not want Ukraine to join NATO, because 3 years to wait for f16, are you serious? everyone needs only money, everything in this world is sold for money, there is no person in the world who would act radically in the current situation! After all, if they let russia do it every day for 3 years, it will serve as a bad example that it can be done and will remain as unpunished as russia.....

[@CarlosNYCVA]

GREAT video, Johnny! Your students DEFINITELY are appreciative of you sharing your time and language with them. I can tell doing this makes you very happy. I'm happy for you, brother! Thanks for giving back to the community, as you always do.

[@JohnnyFD]

Thanks Carlos! It's been one of my favorite volunteer experiences so far!

[@guyshard]

Only you dear Johnny can bring us such incredible videos about topics we don't see anywhere else. Your involvement is always so special each time. We learn so much thanks to you about Life in Ukraine. Zillion thanks.

[@JohnnyFD]

My pleasure!

[@ernielongcorgarbageman74]

Good job Johnny learning English and having a little bit of fun doing it Johnny just got done watching 20 days in Mariupol the documentary very enlightening it's a tearjerker man putan is a absolute monster

[@JohnnyFD]

It's a must watch documentary!

[@lisavanvalin2566]

I like how the schools are bright and well decorated as welcoming places in the midst of war.

[@JohnnyFD]

They try to keep things optimistic here, they need it!

[@wendellbatts2477]

A few things cross my mind with this video. First, not sure anyone has ever captured what an air raid alarm looks like from a Ukrainian student's point of view from start to finish. This along makes this video compelling. Second, I could not help thinking how insanely unjust it is, that these extremely well behaved and civilized students have to endure these horrible interruptions several times a day while Russian students do not. And lastly, it occurs to me, from remembering my own bombing defense exercises as a student in the 70s when America still thought it could get nuked by the Russians, that, despite their natural smiles, these students will never forget much less forgive these insults to their civilization for the rest of their lives. Powerful and important stuff Johnny don't sleep on this y'all.

[@JohnnyFD]

I'm glad I could share it. I just wish Russia wasn't doing this to an entire generation.

[@darpat9272]

Great video!! I worked in US school for 25 years and love seeing students from other countries. Thanks for sharing! Slava Ukraine! 🇺🇦💙💛🇺🇸

[@JohnnyFD]

Thanks! I'm glad I was able to share it!

[@marino4691]

It's a really nice school. Great infrastructure and all the nice colors! Really cool that you help them, Johnny

[@DebiBrady]

I love to see other cultures and how we differ. My sister has been an elementary school teacher her whole life (she's 61) and struggles with behavioral issues with some of her students. The other thing I notice is that there are no overweight children in the school and far fewer in general. Maybe because they're not eating crap! Thanks for sharing your experience!

[@1982bjoe]

Тільки Джонні😉

[@curiousnomadic]

Most adults do not remember childhood. Tell your sister to show respect to the ones with behavioral problems and give them the recognition they are struggling for and they'll mellow out.

[@curiousnomadic]

@@PavelPalancica My generation wasn't really graded on our physical performance as much as our TEST performance.

[@youngstowny]

There not any overweight kids in Ukraine in general. But there are quite lots of overweight adult men. That’s just in my experience tho.

[@lisavanvalin2566]

Proud to be from Minnesota where every kid in public school gets free school breakfast and lunch. But nothing like that good food. I was a lunch lady last year so I got to prepare and serve the food to kids.

[@JohnnyFD]

Oh wow that's awesome they get it for free in MN! It's a shame it's not as tasty as I know MN has good hot plates!

[@MatthewBurnett-l6p]

Positive gratitude and recognition from the kids makes the World of difference hey, I Miss that, it makes you feel So Good ❤😊

[@miklek]

Great vid Johnny! The kids seem so polite and well behaved and they really enjoy your lessons🙂

[@rajfc]

visiting Kyiv next week. can't wait

[@The_Savage_Wombat]

Great work J FD! I'm really impressed by all the hard work you put into the community. It would be fun to do this. Maybe when I get back to Kyiv in the Spring, I'll look into it.

[@DavidFletcher-m3h]

You are a an exemplary embodiment of an American super cool good guy Johnny - you deserve a medal of honour from the USA as does Jake Bro too, for the personal support you both have given to the ordinary and innocent Ukrainian people!!! You both have become my heroes during this evil Russian War against an innocent country...

[@JohnnyFD]

Wow thanks David!

[@rhondabailey9238]

Great kids. Having different life experiences is good for all...Thanks for all you do, Johnny

[@LittleGrayMouse]

Oh I love seeing the children smile! I know this has to be horrific for them to live like this in a war, but they are are tough and seem wise beyond their years. Something that really impresses me is they seem to be a community. I worked in public schools in Memphis for years and everyone was so angry and surly. They were always on their phones, and so quick to fight and put each other down. We had drugs and gangs and s. violence happening fairly regularly. And of course the food in the cafeteria... bad. Frozen, processed, and devoid of nutrients. NO wonder the kids were so surly here! And how you got to have a tasty treat? That wouldn't be allowed here. Only prepackaged foods unopened until they get here. NObody is bringing home cooked food to share!

[@Deb-cr8qh]

America might be the richest country in the world but the peoples lives are impoverished in basic ways of food, community and compassion.

[@JohnnyFD]

The genuine smiles here melt my heart, especially during war.

[@barbarawilson2991]

I know every adult can recall that one favourite, Cool teacher from their school days. I think you may become that one. Kudos for sharing your time and energy with these kids during extraordinary times. You have put smiles on their faces and visa-versa. Love it!!!❤❤

[@curiousnomadic]

Those are the best teachers that kids learn the most from too.

[@JohnnyFD]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@pacifist9805]

This is a good glimpse to Ukrainian school. Smart kids. Quite different than in the 80s when I was at school.

[@JohnnyTsc]

Congratulations, Johnny, being a teacher is no easy task. It's also nice to see that despite having to seek shelter the atmosphere isn't super heavy and traumatic. Funny, I've noticed they have a lot of carbs in their lunch but that doesn't seem to make them overweight.

[@elizabethcraig5825]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻😍😍😍🙏🙏Thaank you Johnny!

[@alohom8696]

You're the bravest man I've ever seen, Johnny. The world needs more men like you!

[@DominikGentener]

Thanks a lot for everything that you do, Johnny.

[@sacroyalty]

Good work Johnny cheers from SF

[@williamdeasy7507]

They are very friendly kids

[@patrickstewart628]

Great job Johnny. I am sure many of those kids will remember the American guy that volunteered in there class for many years to come. Many times it is the small thing we do that can have big positive impacts on people’s lives.

[@JohnnyFD]

Thanks! I hope so!

[@carolwilliams8511]

No school uniform. In the UK every state school has its uniform.

[@derronstravels21]

Cool video. The kids look so happy and appreciative of what you are doing. That's awesome.

[@JohnnyFD]

It’s a tough situation, but it’s heartwarming to see them smiling!

[@flysky6248]

Love peace and happiness to all beautiful souls.

[@fluidice1656]

Good job, Johnny! I usually troll you a little on this channel, but this was so heartwarming I just can't do it this time.

[@JohnnyFD]

Uh,..thanks? 😂

[@fluidice1656]

@@JohnnyFD I troll you bc I like you. It's a nice kinda trolling lol

[@yogi-um1eh]

LOVE YOU JOHNNY, together we support the heroes to victory

[@JohnnyFD]

Thanks Yogi! And agreed!

[@lisavanvalin2566]

Great to see you in the school. I think you would be a fun teacher. And you are learning alot of new things as well as the students learning.

[@JohnnyFD]

Agreed 100%, I really like it!

[@mykhailosergiyovich6298]

Щирість - sincerity

[@stephanietomljanovic9487]

the word on the sofa щирість means 'sincerity'

[@JohnnyFD]

Oh nice Thank you!

[@Viktor-kb4gf]

This school is very different from the city schools in the US. All kids are responding great to you, Johnny!

[@SkintTV]

Like im from Latvia myself, and most of baltic countries, Poland , Ukraine and Russia kids walk to school from age of 7 by themselves up to 30 minutes and its normal , also its normal if you leave parents and start own life at 18, if you live with parents at 18 you are considered as ''mamas boy or mammas girl'' so we just been tought different while growing up. Same with jobs , one person can be doing cashier, invertory check , managers job and running small shop , while Uk and other countries you just do 1 task , which is why most of EU speaks 2-3 languages unless you from country that has native English, then English is only Language you know.

[@JohnnyFD]

Yes makes sense, and a better system to be honest.

[@masskilla469]

Johnny, I teach Beach and open Ocean Safety at an elementary school and high school. The one main thing I teach is about Rip Currents. How to spot them from shore and what to do if you are caught in one. This summer one of my students were caught in a Rip current with 3 other people, and he saved them by explaining to them not to panic and just swim to the left or right until they were free from the Rip current and they all survived it.

[@JohnnyFD]

Oh wow that's awesome! They're lucky they were taught it! It saved their life!

[@nos1173]

Johnny, the polite form of "give me" in Ukrainian isn't "davay" but "davayteh" or "dayteh". "Davay kasha" it's a little bit shocking for the woman in the school cafeteria if you aren't close friends I think... Thank you for all you're doing.

[@JohnnyFD]

Yes I'll try to work on that! Sorry!

[@youngstowny]

I laughed a little when he said that not gonna lie 😂

[@SundayUk]

In Ukraine bulling used to be a problem at the time of Soviet Union; however, nowadays, the situation is getting better and better, and bulling's not being really spread at Ukrainian school on big scales.

[@himars_m142]

I was bullied in the 2000s when I was studying in one of Kyivs schools, which is in the district where Johnny teaches. It never disappeared and never will. There will always be bullies in any era.

[@SundayUk]

@@himars_m142 You are a standard bot, registered in 2022 for the dirty work to lie about Ukrainians and poop about our culture.

[@Elatenl]

Imagine thinking bullying is somehow related to the soviet union and not just to human nature 😂 literally any bad thing is now blamed on the soviet union somehow 😂 wild

[@SundayUk]

@@Elatenl In Soviet Union, there was a big problem with poverty and criminals. So society was under a huge pressure of surviving as almost all money Soviet Union spent on wars instead making lives of its citizens for better.

[@xxvxxv5588]

I'm Ukrainian and I'm annoyed by the tendency to blame the Soviet Union and communism for everything. In the Soviet Union there were poverty, bullying and systemic anti-ukrainism, but all this existed even before the Soviet Union was formed. The origins of modern problems are much deeper. As for me Ukraine is too right wing country. We hate the legacy of the Soviet Union even more than the ugly legacy of the Russian Empire.

[@greymr4038]

and the circle sign translates "sincerity" suits this video!

[@JohnnyFD]

That's perfect!

[@countmeout8670]

Good work Johnny, no doubt your input is useful to these kids even if you're not a qualified teacher.

[@ninozah]

Bro, you should watch your own video. You are so happy in that school with children. 😂 As I said, my daughter went to school in Dnipro and it was the same wonderful experience. Thinking of doing it myself also, need to watch again Kindergarten Cop to brush up on my teaching skills.

[@JohnnyFD]

I actually watched it again last night on my TV and can't wait to go back to class again on Monday.

[@adler7-l7z]

Bless Ukraine and may they win! 💙💛

[@isunlloaoll]

I know this is a sad situation, but the kids are happy and excited like the kids here are for the fire drills haha.

[@trinewestbyejrgensen4838]

Good kids💜 I'm sure it's a bit special to have a youtuber come and have classes. 😊

[@JohnnyFD]

They seem to really appreciate me being there. They're fantastic kids!

[@trinewestbyejrgensen4838]

@@JohnnyFD Your'e a good rolemodel!!

[@1982bjoe]

Це просто супер,дякую Джонні. Я нвчався з 89-98 в школі,і тоді "англійська" була практично для "галочки"!

[@himars_m142]

@@1982bjoethe same was in 2000s

[@mr.sts.p]

We have the same school system in all off Europe as Ukraine 🇺🇦 you start school at 7 y old stop 19y then if you like you start University her in Sweden 🇸🇪

[@Deb-cr8qh]

Those children are so brave. I know the trauma of these years will be with them forever ❤ Pukin must meet his end

[@Humb7757]

Very nice video Johnny!! About Education… And so much nice kids … with big smiles in the middle of an Air alarm… 😢 So much nice and kind people in Ukraine! ❤ Stay strong 💪 Ukraine 🇺🇦

[@Just-MyOpinion]

Hey Johnny : You look Happier since your teaching children. Your smile is bigger and you look younger. I think you've found your niche 😊

[@JohnnyFD]

It's helped me a lot honestly. It's not been easy mentally here lately.

[@Just-MyOpinion]

@@JohnnyFD I can imagine the mental thing living in Ukraine it can be very stressful for all the apparent reasons. I just want to share a fond memory with you. About 30 years ago I volenteered at my ethic club as a student exchange coordinator between The US & Eastern Europe for 6 years. It not only helped me with learning the language better but I made life long friends with the students and their families to this day. Those kids who came out to America excelled so much that they got better jobs because of their English experience many years ago. If you stick with this teaching gig Johnny some of those kids & their families will be your adopted family as like me.

[@lsto6983]

My dad was in military and we lived in Berlin, Germany for many years when the wall was up [showing my age]. At the American school, more often than fire drills we had bomb drills where everyone would have to go downstairs to the dark basement. Very similar to what you showed in this video. As a KZbinr you have an interesting adventurous life. You have a captive audience at the school and you are teaching them at the same time and making a difference more than you know.

[@JohnnyFD]

After 1989 I swore this world has changed forever, for the better and the Soviet Communists would never force kids to hide again in basements. Sadly I was wrong. I just hope future generations won't have to do the same.

[@lisavanvalin2566]

At least with you teaching English you can still teach a bit by speaking English with them in bomb shelter. But it is sad they need to interrupt their learning time.

[@DFWTexan42]

Down here in Texas, most of us either had our own car, or use of the family car in High School. It was an open campus, so we would tear out of there like the Indy 500, during lunch. :)

[@JohnnyFD]

It's so different here, with literally zero cars by students. =)

[@Tryingwoody]

@DFWTexan42 Americans know how to live happy and free. And make the most out of their lifes. European and East block countries, etc, are open prisons. Either you have plenty of money or a powerful family, position in life, or you will rot in a state of hell. Never give up your rights and your american spirit.

[@trinewestbyejrgensen4838]

Sorry for an off topic question but i wonder if you get to vote as an american citizen working abroad? Saw Jake Broe had voted today. Sorry for the question, i'm actually quite anxious about the up coming election. Maybe save the question for next Q&A? Hugs from Norway.

[@JohnnyFD]

Yes, we can mail in ballots.=)

[@helenvarner5787]

​@@JohnnyFDhave u voted Johnny?

[@Misszebyrobloxvideos756]

8:46 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@jcjc4979]

Wao! kids seems to be surprisingly manageable. they are not uncontrollable hyper like we have in north america. teachers here would love to have theses kids. why?? food??

[@JohnnyFD]

Less sugar, more exercise (walking to school, etc), no soda, all has something to do with it.

[@Crimeajewel-me3me]

Very interesting. 😊

[@m.j.222]

The kids are so cool!

[@JohnnyFD]

Agreed!

[@eunicehenderson9095]

You keep giving in one way or another. My how I admire what you are doing.

[@JohnnyFD]

Thanks. It's all I can do.

[@Crimeajewel-me3me]

Do the kids have to pay for University as in USA ?

[@JohnnyFD]

Haha! I need to rewatch that movie again!

[@magic_hotel]

Splendid work! You are a fast speaker though, so I do hope you try to modify your speed to help the less gifted English students. I'm sure you are aware of this. Thanks again for making a difference to so many lives in Ukraine. Heard from Starsky or Brendan lately? - would appreciate a catch-up with them.

[@JohnnyFD]

Thanks! And yes, I'll try to continuously speak slower. But it's also good for them to hear how natural conversation sounds. =)

[@paulgibson3433]

Your sheltering not hiding

[@denzeroneYT]

Nice

[@bigangus3590]

Ahhhh they serve food - now all becomes clear 🤣

[@JohnnyFD]

Shh! It's my secret real reason why I go there!

[@azdbuk]

Cool. I was a high school teacher years ago, this brings back good memories, but just hate it that this UKR generation gets their English or math lesson interrupted by something other than a pep assembly.....damn, real life....but total bs nevertheless...keep it up JFD.

[@JohnnyFD]

You can blame Russia for that. =)

[@colleen6440]

Johnny, what do you teach?

[@JohnnyFD]

English Conversation. =)

[@jerrykorolchuk6114]

Johnny! I really like your vedios from school thank u all u do for ukraine 🇺🇦 I like buckwheat I really enjoyed watching your vedios content I give u 👍i share out your vedio content.

[@wichy1234]

maybe school kids want to learn your history about countries you've been to, how you behave and think new things about countries you've been to. have you thought about it. some pictures and videos maybe you can show words you can teach etc

[@michaelaspinall1]

Good stuff!!

[@qchomes]

Buckwheat and kasha is the same thing ,different language. You can also say soba,etc.

[@1982bjoe]

Каша гречана. Каша перлова, і" кашів"є ше декілька видів. Слово" каша"можливо російського походження,і асоціюється з якоюсь масою їжі не дуже на вигляд.😢

[@hctim96]

You are doing great things there, I applaud you. My fear is your weight. Your setting your self up for medical problems If you don't loose some poundage. Eat more plants and less Micky D's. That stuff is crap and addicting. Salt,Oil,Sugar is really bad for you in quantity. As author Michael Pollan says, “Eat real food. Not too much. Mostly plants” is a guiding principle for eating. Start slow. It's not a race..

[@Elatenl]

Completely depends what type of oil

[@andyswainson8114]

Good use of your spare time. Next you can solve world problems!

[@disnacdisnac4215]

Kindergarten Cop 2

[@Сигизмунд-с2й]

Johny and the kids are waiting for the Russian Liberation Army

[@JohnnyFD]

To what, murder us and destroy the school?

[@HappyQuailsLC]

I wonder if the first flash of the lights means stay in place and the later single one meant all clear?

[@JohnnyFD]

It could be. But knowing Ukraine and our electrical problems here now it was just random. 😂

[@wichy1234]

Dyving lyriks

[@ИванМ-з6е]

I think they already love you)

[@JohnnyFD]

I know I already love them. =)

[@AJ-Lohinska]

How cool is that school !! Thank you so much class for letting us meet you via Johnny. You're fabby students. Johnny, it's interesting to see the comparison to how it was for you at school. Thank you to the teacher whose use of English is *very* good, and she's lovely... so positive, that I'm sure is a real asset to the students in these tough times. I could actually read that word at the end, so although my oral Ukrainian has had no practice in convos, at least I must be getting somewhere with recognising at least shorter words, I did have to look up its meaning though I managed to read it out loud correctly as you held it up 👌🤗 GT says that 'щирість' (shchyristʹ) means 'sincerity'. I do know about the interruptions to lessons, obvs, as I have young family members in UA. It's unfair on kids but thank God the system and parents *are* working around the mayhem caused by russia's war. I missed your previous vids on school work you're involved in, but will try get time to have a watch soon. It's so good to see you immersing yourself with purpose, Johnny, that's a great way to give your current days beautiful meaning.

[@JohnnyFD]

Thanks AJ! The students are fabulous, I agree!

[@AJ-Lohinska]

You're welcome, @@JohnnyFD 💙💛