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Chiayi County Partners with Charity Foundation for Rural Summer English Camp

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The Chiayi County government in Taiwan is collaborating with the Liyu Charity Foundation to host a three-week summer English camp for nearly 200 students in five rural schools.
  • The camp aims to improve English proficiency, offer local cultural experiences, and broaden students' international perspectives.
  • This initiative continues the foundation's commitment to supporting rural education, building on efforts that began in 2013.

Nearly 200 students in Taiwan's rural Chiayi County are set to boost their English skills through a three-week summer camp. The initiative, a collaboration between the Chiayi County government and the Liyu Charity Foundation, kicked off at Guogou Elementary School.

I used to be bored at home during summer vacation. Now I can happily learn English with my classmates at school. I'm really looking forward to the field trips and hope to perform confidently at the final presentation.

— Wang YouzhenA fourth-grade student at Guogou Elementary School describes her excitement for the summer English camp.

The camp, running from July 2 to July 22, focuses on intensive oral and listening practice. It also incorporates local field trips and community exploration, allowing students to learn English in real-world contexts while deepening their connection to their hometown culture. The program aims to equip students for an increasingly globalized world.

Foundation chairman He Xiuzhen established the annual summer camps in 2013, fulfilling her late husband's wish to give back to the community. This year's program supports students in the Budai and Dongshi areas, continuing a long-standing commitment to rural education.

The camp can significantly improve children's English ability and broaden their international horizons. Through interactive teaching outside the classroom, students can speak up in real situations, enhancing their oral and listening skills.

— Cai ZhixianThe principal of Guogou Elementary School explains the benefits of the summer English camp.

School principals expressed gratitude for the foundation's support, noting the significant impact on students' English abilities and future international outlook. They highlighted the importance of language skills in the context of Taiwan's 2030 bilingual policy and global trends.

In the context of the 2030 bilingual policy and globalization, language is key to personal development. Through cross-cultural exchange and interactive teaching, students can gain the best learning experience.

— Huang KaijieThe principal of Jingshan Elementary School discusses the importance of language learning and the camp's approach.

Students shared their enthusiasm for the camp, looking forward to learning English in a fun, engaging environment. One fourth-grader, Wang Youzhen, expressed excitement about the upcoming field trips and the chance to perform confidently at the final presentation.

The camp invites experienced teachers and plans rich content, including cross-cultural exchange, to ensure children have the best learning experience.

— Liu WeizhiThe principal of Budai Elementary School highlights the quality of instruction and activities offered at the camp.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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