While artificial intelligence is rapidly changing the world, it seems everything we do needs to be done faster. Although changes emerge faster than one’s imagination, history leaves us with what is glorious and fills our hearts with pride and happiness. China boasts profound history and culture and remains an integral part of the global culture. With pupils coming from around the world, we want our Wellington pupils to experience diverse cultures with an inclusive mind; meanwhile, as a member of Wellington College China based in Hangzhou, we also want our pupils to immerse themselves in the beauty of Chinese culture. Not long ago, we held A Glimpse of China, an art exhibition and competition at Wellington, to encourage pupils to demonstrate the diversity and dynamics of Chinese culture. Today, let us follow the lead of our Chinese department to learn more about the event.   

Chinese culture has a long and rich history, with a vast body of literature and art created by scholars, writers, and artists. Even though it can be challenging to fully comprehend the depth and breadth of Chinese culture, each individual’s unique impressions can reflect its brilliance.  

The Chinese Language Department adheres to the school's educational philosophy, aiming to create a community of international citizens with comprehensive development and Wellington values. To encourage all Chinese learners to exchange and share their impressions of Chinese culture, they have organised the "Impressions of China" art competition.  

In daily Chinese language teaching, culture is usually hidden behind the text, which can be explored and learned by constantly supplementing language knowledge and related materials. In this event, children can combine various art forms, such as calligraphy, painting, handicrafts, and photography with classroom knowledge to express their understanding of Chinese culture.  

Experience the merge of culture and art

To stimulate children's participation, the activity has a voting process. After appreciating all the artworks, understanding other people's perspectives on Chinese culture and deepening their awareness, students chose their favourite works. These examples not only inspire other children to learn and create more actively but also enhance the artists’ confidence and expressive abilities.  

Competition sparks pupils’ creativity

Looking forward to next year, with ancient and contemporary talents side by side, may we once again shine brightly. 

在人工智能迅速改变着社会面貌的今天，人们的一切活动都似乎被按下了加速键。世界的变化让人应接不暇，而时代正如大海淘沙一般，让美好辉煌的源远流长，令人唇齿留香。中国文化生生不息，不论时代如何变化，都是影响着世界文化格局的重要组成，是一湾取之不尽、用之不竭的精神源泉。杭州惠灵顿外籍人员子女学校有来自世界各地的学生，我们希望惠灵顿学子能以包容的心态感悟世界文化的多样化精彩；同时，身为惠灵顿（中国）教育集团的一员，我们也努力让同学们感受博大精深的中华文化之美。前不久，学校举办了“印象中国”艺术大赛，邀请同学们用别样的艺术形式，将中国文化的丰富多彩呈现得淋漓尽致。今天，就让我们跟随中文教研组老师的介绍，一同查看活动的精彩瞬间吧。 

中华文化，源远流长，博大精深，卓越辉煌。文人墨客随口一吟，便吟出浩如烟海的圣贤典籍；豪客居士信手而挥，挥就出行云流水的丹青长卷；能工巧匠兢兢业业，创造了寰球共享的四大发明……我们中的许多人穷其一生，也很难对中华文化有一个全面且深刻的理解，但个体形成的独有印象交汇碰撞，亦能反映中华文化的熠熠光芒。 

中文教研组秉承学校的教育理念，致力于创造一个充满人文关怀的国际社群，为培养全面发展的、具有惠灵顿价值观及具备优质综合才能之国际公民，鼓励所有汉语学习者交流分享自己对中国文化的印象，特举办“印象中国”艺术大赛。 

在日常的汉语教学中，文化通常是隐藏在文字的背后，通过不断地补充语言知识和相关材料来挖掘和学习。在本次活动中，孩子们可以将与中国文化相关的各种作品，如书法、绘画、手工、摄影等，结合各种艺术形式，运用课堂知识进行交流，表达自己对中华文化的理解。 

感悟文化与艺术的结合

为激发孩子的参与热情，活动设计了投票环节，学生们在欣赏所有的艺术作品的基础上，在了解他人对中国文化的看法和理解及深化自身的认识的同时，选出了自己心目中的优秀作品。这些范例不仅可以激励其他孩子更加努力学习和创作，也增强了作者的自信心和表达能力。

比赛元素的融入激发学生的创造力

登坛远望，前有古人，星光灿烂；后有来者，群英堂堂。谨盼来年，再创辉煌。