“用心演讲，勇敢启航”——西亚斯外籍学校住宿部演讲比赛圆满落幕！

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年前小年夜之际，西亚斯外籍学校住宿部成功举办了一场别开生面的演讲比赛。学生们用自信与勇气，为我们带来了一场精彩纷呈的语言盛宴！这场比赛不仅是对演讲能力的考验，更是对西亚斯外籍学校核心价值观——“勇于尝试”的完美诠释。面对挑战，学生们勇于探索，坚韧不拔，展现了他们的成长与进步。

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On the eve of Little New Year, just before the holiday, the Sias IS Boarding Department hosted an inspiring and dynamic speech contest. With confidence and courage, our boarding students delivered a spectacular linguistic showcase! This competition was not just a test of their speaking abilities but also a perfect reflection of our core value—Risk-Takers. By embracing challenges, they demonstrated perseverance, growth, and remarkable progress.

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从初稿的构思到舞台上的精彩呈现，每一位学生都付出了不懈的努力。他们从选题、搜索资料、学习演讲结构、撰写初稿，在住宿团队和老师的指导下优化内容，到熟练背诵，每一次都在一点点地进步。有些学生从不同方面介绍了中国春节，如文化、起源、特色习俗等。在这个过程中，孩子们不仅深入了解了中国优秀的传统文化，还学习到了与春节主题相关的英文表达方式。

还有一些学生以“西亚斯外籍学校的住宿生活”为主题，分享了住宿生活的日常以及她们对住宿生活“利与弊”的思考。他们谈到了独立与思家的牵绊关系，以及学习与休闲的全面发展。正如一位学生在演讲稿中所写：“虽然经常会想念家人，但住宿生活锻炼了我的独立能力，教会了我如何更好地照顾自己, 英语也在悄悄进步…” 。

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From initial brainstorming to delivering their final speeches on stage, every student put in dedicated effort. They carefully selected topics, conducted research, learned speech structures, drafted and refined their content under the guidance of the boarding team and teachers. Through continuous practice and improvement, they gained mastery and confidence. Some students explored various aspects of the Chinese Spring Festival, sharing insights on its culture, origins, and unique customs. This process not only deepened their understanding of traditional Chinese culture but also expanded their English vocabulary on the festival’s themes. 

Others chose "Sias IS Boarding Life" as their topic, reflecting on their daily experiences and the balance between independence and homesickness. They also discussed how boarding life fosters both academic growth and personal development. As one student expressed, “Although I often miss my family, boarding has made me more independent. I've learned to take care of myself, and my English has improved significantly…” .

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学生们用流利的表达、深刻的思考和真挚的情感，打动了在场的每一位观众与评委。这次比赛的大部分学生都是初次登台的新手，一些学生在赛后反馈说，站在舞台上的紧张感远超排练时的预期，甚至差点忘词。然而，从老师们的视角来看，本次比赛他们的舞台表现都非常出色。他们用实际行动证明了：成长，源于勇于尝试，源于不断超越自我。

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With fluent delivery, thoughtful insights, and heartfelt emotions, the students impressed both the audience and judges. For many, this was their first time on stage, and some admitted that the nerves far exceeded their expectations, momentarily making them forget their lines. Yet, from the teachers’ perspective, their performances were outstanding. Through this experience, they proved that true growth comes from stepping outside one’s comfort zone and pushing personal limits. 

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这次比赛不仅是学生在住宿部学习的总结，也是他们一学期个人进步的表现。赛后，在住宿部与老师和家长的沟通中时，大家对住宿部给予了高度评价。有的家长反馈，“孩子的英语进步显著，舞台表现能力也得到了锻炼“。教学校长Ms. Addie和EAL协调员Ms. Kay也指出，一些学生的口语水平有了明显提升，能够自信地开口表达。 

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This contest was not only a culmination of the students’ learning in boarding but also a testament to their progress throughout the semester. In post-event discussions, parents and teachers praised the students' improvements. Some parents shared, “My child's English has improved significantly, and their confidence on stage has grown tremendously.”  School Principal Ms. Addie and EAL Coordinator Ms. Kay also noted significant advancements in students’ spoken English, highlighting their increased confidence in public speaking. 

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所有的反馈与评价都是对孩子以及西亚斯外籍学校住宿部成长的助力！我们为每一位勇敢站上舞台的学生感到骄傲。正如Dr. Mills校长在赛后感言中所说，“我们的寄宿学生在今晚展示了我们核心价值观。他们勇于尝试，站上舞台，在同学和老师面前练习英语。我为他们的努力感到非常自豪，并鼓励每一位学生继续练习英语口语。” 

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We are incredibly proud of every student who bravely stepped onto the stage. As Dr. Mills remarked, "Tonight, our boarding students truly embodied our core values. They demonstrated remarkable courage by stepping onto the stage and practicing their English in front of their peers and teachers. I am incredibly proud of their efforts and encourage each and every student to keep working on their spoken English skills." 

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“懂得关爱，坚持原则，勇于尝试，全面发展”，是我校的核心价值观，同时也是住宿部的核心价值观。我们将价值观融入日常的点点滴滴，我们相信每一次尝试都是迈向成功的一步，每一次挑战都是成长的机会。让我们继续携手，勇敢追梦，迎接更加精彩的未来！

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At Sias IS, we uphold the values of Caring, Principled, Risk-Takers, and Balanced—principles that shape both our academic and boarding programs. We believe that every effort is a step toward success, and every challenge is an opportunity for growth. Let’s continue to support one another, pursue our dreams, and embrace a brighter future together! 

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如果您想了解更多关于住宿生活或者想加入这个大家庭，欢迎打开钉钉联系住宿协调员Ruby老师。 

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If you would like to learn more about boarding life or are interested in joining our community, feel free to contact Boarding Coordinator Ms. Ruby via DingTalk.