“I'm proud of you（我为你感到骄傲）。”一天，Daniel收到了化学Masaudzo老师回复的讯息。IGCSE成绩出分后，Daniel向老师、朋友们分享了这份令人喜悦的佳绩——数学A*，经济学A*，化学A*，物理A*，语文A。五个A*-A的成绩在英国的中学生里也属于上游水平，老师们为Daniel感到开心。此外，Daniel还在雅思首考中获得总分7分的佳绩。这些结果让Daniel感到踏实，因为他正在逐步靠近梦想。 

"I'm proud of you," was the message Daniel received from his chemistry teacher, Mr. Masaudzo. After the IGCSE results were released, Daniel happily shared his impressive results with his teachers and friends. His scores were as follows: Mathematics: A*, Economics: A*, Chemistry: A*, Physics: A*, First Language Chinese: A.

忙碌的暑假终于告一段落，除了在IGCSE、雅思考试中取得优异成绩，Daniel还荣获了两项吉他比赛的奖项。对Daniel而言，2023年上半年是一段辛勤耕耘并采撷战果的时光。

In addition to his outstanding IGCSE results, Daniel won two guitar competitions and received an overall score of 7 points in his first IELTS test.

这个年仅16岁的少年已身经百战，能够完美平衡国际竞赛、艺术比赛与自主规划学科学习。在持续自我雕琢的过程中，Daniel养成了“打破砂锅问到底”的学习习惯、“Ask for help（寻求帮助）”的思维模式，还习得了高度自律的时间管理能力，并逐步确定未来深造方向。

In his unwavering pursuit of self-improvement, Daniel has developed and cultivated several important skills and habits. He has cultivated a learning approach that involves asking questions until he fully understands a concept. He has adopted a mindset that embraces seeking help when needed, and he has developed strong time management capabilities. Over time, these practices have helped Daniel clarify his future academic direction.

Daniel初中曾就读于另一所中学，传统的教学模式让他难以深入理解物理学科公式的逻辑，导致他对物理学科缺乏兴趣。当他转学到广州斐特思后，升学导师陈思思和中外方班主任根据他的深造方向建议他选择物理学科。

物理教师李博文的课堂幽默诙谐，他以深入浅出的方式讲解公式理论，并随时为学生提供讨论和答疑解惑的机会，激发了Daniel对物理学科的兴趣。Daniel常找李老师刨根问底，弄懂困扰他的物理问题。学习过程中，老师注意到Daniel对电磁知识的掌握不够透彻，因此针对性地为他设置了模块试卷，并进行一对一批改和讲解，以提升他的薄弱环节。这种全程闭环式的教学方式使Daniel的物理成绩逐步提高。

Daniel had previously attended a different middle school where the traditional teaching method made it difficult for him to understand the logic behind physics formulas, leading to a lack of interest in the subject. However, when he transferred to Fettes College Guangzhou, his University Guidance Officer, Sisi Chen, along with his homeroom tutors, suggested that he take physics based on his future study direction.

Bowen Li, his physics teacher, conducted classes with humor and explained theoretical formulas with great clarity and detail. He also encouraged discussion and was always open to answering questions, which stimulated Daniel's interest in physics. Daniel frequently sought Mr. Li's help to understand complex physics problems that he found challenging.

Observing his learning process, Mr. Li noticed that Daniel had not fully grasped electromagnetic concepts. To address this, he set a module test paper specifically for Daniel, providing one-on-one corrections and explanations to help him improve areas that needed further development. This comprehensive, holistic teaching method drastically improved Daniel's performance in physics.

自Daniel入学以来，陈思思老师密切关注着他的学习和生活。除了每周与Daniel深入交流，陈老师还与学科老师紧密合作，关注他的薄弱学科。在今年暑期前，陈老师了解到Daniel需要提高英文标化成绩，因此与英文学科老师合作，为Daniel安排了英文补习课程，并建议他参加暑期雅思考试。

Ever since Daniel started attending the school, Sisi Chen has kept a close eye on his academic progress and personal life. Sisi works in close collaboration with Daniel's subject teachers with a focus on developing academic areas that need further improvement. Prior to the summer vacation, Sisi noticed that Daniel needed to improve his standardized English score. Consequently, she coordinated with the English teachers to arrange remedial English classes for Daniel, and recommended that he take the IELTS exam during the summer.

进入新的学期，选课和深造方向需要更加明确。陈老师结合Daniel的兴趣和志向为他制定了选课方案和课余活动方向，并建议他阅读与学科相关的书籍，如《魔鬼经济学》。Daniel在学习中不断探索外部世界、自我反思，更深入地了解自己，逐渐明确未来的求学方向。

According to Daniel's interests and aspirations, Sisi Chen developed a course selection plan, and guided Daniel in terms of potential extracurricular activities that would support his development. In her recommendations, Sisi suggested that Daniel read books related to his areas of interest, such as Freakonomics, which deals with topics relevant to his chosen subjects.

在国际考试前，Daniel会根据自己的实际情况，向科任老师提出短暂调整自习时间的需求，也会在音乐节前寻找戏剧导师培训主持技巧等。在学校全力支持下，他取得了一个又一个理想的成绩。

As international exams approached, Daniel proactively communicated with his teachers about his study needs and schedule. Due to his extracurricular commitments, he requested a temporary adjustment to his academic schedule for several subjects. Daniel also arranged additional coaching sessions with drama instructors to refine his hosting abilities ahead of the school festival. With the full support of teachers and staff, he was able to balance his academic obligations and personal pursuits and ultimately achieve the desired results.