Xiehe Education | [Wanyuan] Versatile XieHe

Learning is far beyond classroom teaching and is intrinsic to our lives. The series of “Versatile XieHe” reports aim to help discover a diverse life in school education from different perspectives. “Whilst Mr. East and Ms. West move one step towards to each other, the gap between the two will be getting ever smaller, and I believe they would finally meet up.” Sticking to the value that “unity in diversity, innovation through collaboration”, XieHe is always dedicated to cultivate world citizenship with a great open vision, where east meets west. In Wanyuan, lives are enriched with colorful and versatile elements, which are huge enrichment to the academic achievements.

First place in the junior high school group of the 2017 Shanghai Youth Aerospace Model Competition
2018 First Prize of the 34^th Shanghai Youth Science and Technology Innovation Competition
Individual first prize of rubber-powered indoor aircraft in the 2019 National Youth Aerospace Model Competition
The first place in the rubber-powered indoor aircraft team in the 2019 National Youth Aerospace Model Competition
The first prize of the 36^th Shanghai Youth Science and Technology Innovation Competition in 2021

In the blink of an eye, I graduated from SUIS-WY Middle School in June after 4 years. It’s been an incredible ride. Through ups and downs in the past few years, I am ready and poised to start my own story in high school this September.

It’s Me

4 years ago, it was love at first sight when I stepped in SUIS-WY, impressed by the big campus and colorful decorations. As time went by, I came to realize Middle School was so much more than expected.

All the teachers here are devoted to providing us, students with access to high quality, diversity and holistic international education. Over the last 4 years, we had different kinds of field trips and monthly museum tours. My favorite was the trip to Confucius Temple in the 8th grade, which offered us a great opportunity to be exposed to Confucianism. That was also the first time I spent Christmas Eve with my classmates in a hotel. Middle School provides a healthy, safe, and caring learning environment, where we, students thrive academically, personally and socially through high expectations and academic excellence.

At our graduation ceremony, I joined my classmate, Jennie and performed ‘Lost desert’ with Ms. Caity, our music teacher. My piano and Ms. Caity’s cello made a perfect match to Jennie’s voice. I treasure every chance of standing on the stage. My experiences helped me gain confidence both on stage and in real life.

I was lucky to be in a loving class with a very nice and friendly homeroom teacher. Each and every one of them became part of my middle school life and my eternal families. In Middle School, I learned not only how to get along with others but how to help one another as well. It was hard to say goodbye to someone with whom we had spent so many years; however, farewell doesn’t mean that we will not see each other but it means that we will meet again and create more memories.

Facing infinite options after graduating from Middle School, I decided to continue my study in SUIS-WY USHS. I do believe life is determined by the choices we make. What we can do is to live the life we deserve. Follow our heart, and we will create our own destiny.

Rachel in Teacher’s Eyes

Rachel is very kind and full of wits and courage. She also shows her lively and loving personalities with a maturity beyond her age. Though SUIS provides a variety of opportunities for students equally, it is up to each of them to grasp it. And Rachel always seems to be able to take whatever opportunities the school offers and strive to do the best she can. Rachel loves and enjoys life with a curious mind ready to discover and try new things. On top of all that, Rachel has strong will when she encounters difficulties, and she is able to deal with life challenges with a positive attitude. Throughout the often busy and challenging school life at SUIS Wanyuan, Rachel never stops making effort to be better, becoming the best of herself. I am sure a bright future is ahead of her and I am looking forward to seeing every success she brings in future.

——顾萌老师

27/09/2021 SUIS Wanyuan