【Secondary】Feeling the Changes of the Four Seasons and Praising the Magnificent Chapter of Life

On the afternoon of November 22nd, the Chinese recitation competition for the G7 and G8 students of our school was held in a warm and enthusiastic atmosphere. Centered around the theme of “Feeling the Changes of the Four Seasons and Praising the Magnificent Chapter of Life”, the students presented a thrilling audio-visual feast for teachers and students, filled with sincere emotions.

In the opening segment titled “Youth and Ideals,” all the students from 7H3 showed their love for reading by reciting “The Happy Reader”. Bruce from 7H1 recited “The Answer”, prompting reflections on youth and ideals. The students from 7H4 and 8H4 recited “Believe in the Future” together, sparking hope. The original piece “In the Prime of Youth”, performed by 8H4, displayed the vitality of youth, while “I Like to Set Out” by 7H5 expressed a longing for future journeys.

In the “Fortune of Encounter” chapter, Yoe from 7H3 recited ”The Teacher’s Kindness Is Like the Sea”, expressing heartfelt gratitude to the teacher. Next, groups from different classes took the stage, one by one, sharing stories of life’s encounters and friendships, filled with deep affection and heartfelt gratitude.

In the “The Rhythm of Landscape Poems” part, two groups of students from 8H3 brought “Searching for Spring” and “Chanting the Spring Sunshine”, depicting a beautiful spring scene. “Let’s Go to See the Sea in June” showed the vitality of summer. “The Green Pool” and “The Inscription of Wild Grass” by 7H5 expressed emotions and aspirations through nature.

The climax of the competition was in the “Ode to the Motherland” chapter. The group of Shen Zhiyan from 8H2 performed “Dunhuang in the Desert”, showing the charm of the motherland’s mountains and rivers. “Praising China” by 8H3 and “Majestic China” by 7H2 praised the greatness of the motherland. The group of Wang Yifei from 8H1 recited “That Little Cricket”, arousing the nostalgia for the hometown. The group of from 8H3 and 8H4 recited “China under the Moonlight”, expressing deep love for the motherland. Finally, “Riding on a Dream as a Horse” by 7H1 inspired the pursuit of dreams.

This competition was not only a showcase of Chinese language skills but also a spiritual experience. The students expressed their emotions through their voices, ignited their dreams, demonstrated their elegance and vitality, and allowed everyone to appreciate the charm of Chinese culture through poetry. It will shine across the campus like a star, accompanying students on their journey of growth, and enriching the cultural atmosphere of the campus, making it both richer and more fragrant.