瑞得福國(guó)際學(xué)?！?.27丨Principal's Letter To Parents 校長(zhǎng)致家長(zhǎng)們

祝您國(guó)慶愉快。我們希望您與家人共度美好假日時(shí)光，并一同回顧中華人民共和國(guó)成立70周年和以及改革開(kāi)放40周年與深圳的發(fā)展的歷程！無(wú)論是在中國(guó)或是全世界，我們期待著每一個(gè)家庭都能有不斷的進(jìn)步，促進(jìn)發(fā)展繁榮的社會(huì)！

Dear Families and Employees,

親愛(ài)的各位家長(zhǎng)、教職工們，

We wish you a happy National Holiday. We hope you will enjoy time strengthening family relationships and reflecting on the 70th Anniversary of the People’s Republic of China and the 40th Anniversary of Reform and Opening Up and of Shenzhen! We look forward to continued progress and reform to strengthen families in developing a prosperous society in China and beyond!

祝您國(guó)慶愉快。我們希望您與家人共度美好假日時(shí)光，并一同回顧中華人民共和國(guó)成立70周年和以及改革開(kāi)放40周年與深圳的發(fā)展的歷程!無(wú)論是在中國(guó)或是全世界，我們期待著每一個(gè)家庭都能有不斷的進(jìn)步，促進(jìn)發(fā)展繁榮的社會(huì)!

http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/special/Chinareform/index.htm

Our flag raising ceremony this morning celebrated the fact that each anniversary is a reminder that another year has passed, and each new year is a chance to look forward to a brighter future, and a chance to do things again, to do them better and more in a spirit of right and goodness.

我們今天上午舉行的升旗儀式慶，慶祝中華人民共和國(guó)建國(guó)70周年。每一個(gè)周年紀(jì)念都提醒著已經(jīng)過(guò)去了一年，我們總是期待著更美好的未來(lái)。新的一年總有新的機(jī)會(huì)，讓許多的事情都重新開(kāi)始。本著正義和善良的精神，積極地完成更多的事情，也把事情做到盡善盡美。

We are confident in good things to come!

我們總有信心去迎接未來(lái)的美好.

Recently, our eldest daughter, Emily, was discussing college application essays with me and my wife. At one point in the conversation, Emily said, “I should talk to you more about this. I have ideas, and it really helps me to talk with you about them. You also have good ideas!” Her comment made me and Gina feel happy.

最近，我的大女兒艾米麗(Emily)正在與我和我的妻子討論大學(xué)申請(qǐng)論文。在一次談話中，艾米麗說(shuō)：“我應(yīng)該和你們多談?wù)?，我雖然有自己想法，但你們也有很好的主意，與你們的交流確實(shí)可以幫助我!”她的這番言辭讓我和妻子Gina感到非常高興。

Many students find that discussing college application essays with their parents and counselors is both enjoyable and helpful. Why is this? Discussion helps us express our feelings and thoughts using words, which prepares us to write better because our words become clearer—and clear wording is essential to good writing! Excellent writing in college application essays makes a tremendous difference in admission and scholarship decisions. Thus, discussing ideas for college admission essays both before and during the writing process is worth the time required because it will improve the likelihood of admission or scholarship offers.

許多學(xué)生發(fā)現(xiàn)與父母和指導(dǎo)老師討論大學(xué)申請(qǐng)論文時(shí)，既有趣又有幫助。為什么呢?討論可以幫助我們使組織詞匯來(lái)表達(dá)自己的想法和思想，這有助于我們更好地寫(xiě)作，讓我們?cè)谇苍~造句上思路變得更加清晰，而清晰的措辭對(duì)于優(yōu)秀的寫(xiě)作有著至關(guān)重要的作用!優(yōu)秀的大學(xué)申請(qǐng)論文在錄取和獎(jiǎng)學(xué)金方面產(chǎn)生了巨大的影響。因此，在寫(xiě)作之前或其中，與他人討論你的論文是重要的，這將會(huì)提高你錄取或是獲得獎(jiǎng)學(xué)金的可能性。

The upcoming National Holiday is a good time for students to discuss college application essays with parents and peers. It is also a good time to begin drafting!

即將到來(lái)的國(guó)慶假期是學(xué)生與父母或同伴討論論文、開(kāi)始起草論文的好時(shí)機(jī)。

College application essay questions often ask students to think reflectively, look beyond themselves, and consider how they would like to make a difference in the world. Many universities are more willing to admit students who focus their writing not just on their own growth and personal benefit, but more importantly on improving the world and contributing meaningfully to the prosperity and well-being of others.

大學(xué)申請(qǐng)的論文通常要求學(xué)生自我反思，思考如何超越自我，如何改變世界。許多大學(xué)更愿意招收那些不僅僅將寫(xiě)作重點(diǎn)放在自己的成長(zhǎng)和個(gè)人利益上，更著重于改善世界并為他人的福祉做出有意義貢獻(xiàn)的學(xué)生。

If you are nervous about beginning your college application essays, please read this article, which one of our excellent math teachers recently shared with me:

如果您對(duì)大學(xué)申請(qǐng)論文感到難以入手，請(qǐng)閱讀這篇文章，我們一位出色的數(shù)學(xué)老師最近與我分享了這篇文章：

https://www.inc.com/nate-klemp/feeling-anxious-try-this-science-based-technique-to-quiet-negative-voice-in-your-head.html.

The article will help you transform your anxiety into excitement. Also, it is good to remember that it is never too early to begin writing your college admission essays!

這篇文章將幫助你從焦慮的狀態(tài)轉(zhuǎn)變成興奮。另外，請(qǐng)記住趁早著手撰寫(xiě)你的論文!

School-wide announcements and reminders this week include:

本周學(xué)校范圍的公告和提示包括：

* AP EXAM REGISTRATION AP考試報(bào)名

Between now and mid-October is the season to register for AP exams. Students may register for exams in Mainland or Hong Kong, China. The sooner you register, the better. See the following two sites for additional registration information:

從現(xiàn)在起到10月中旬是報(bào)名AP考試的季節(jié)。學(xué)生們可以在中國(guó)大陸或中國(guó)香港報(bào)名考試。報(bào)名時(shí)間越早越好。有關(guān)其他報(bào)名信息，請(qǐng)參見(jiàn)以下兩個(gè)網(wǎng)站：

http://www.hkeaa.edu.hk/en/ipe/ap/

http://apchina.neea.cn

* SPORTS REPORTS 運(yùn)動(dòng)戰(zhàn)報(bào)

Regarding our high school volleyball games on Monday, 9/23, Coach Chalyce Stevens reports, “Our volleyball girls did a great job against a top notch ISNS team. This was a very experienced team that plays well. My girls came out playing hard and competing so well we were ahead at one point. I think this surprised ISNS. It made them pick up their game to have to gear us this year! As they did, they surpassed us, and we were not able to recover. But I guarantee you that that team holds a higher respect for these girls more than they ever have due to the improvements and competitiveness they saw tonight that they’ve never seen before.”

9月23日星期一的高中排球比賽，教練Chalyce Stevens說(shuō)：“我們的排球女隊(duì)在對(duì)抗頂尖強(qiáng)隊(duì)ISNS時(shí)做得很好。這是一支經(jīng)驗(yàn)豐富的團(tuán)隊(duì)，表現(xiàn)出色。我的女孩們表現(xiàn)得很努力，比賽非常出色，我們一度領(lǐng)先。這使得ISNS感到慌亂，不得不展現(xiàn)出最高水平的強(qiáng)度。最終也反超了我們。由于今晚她們從未見(jiàn)過(guò)的進(jìn)步和競(jìng)爭(zhēng)力，該團(tuán)隊(duì)對(duì)這些女孩的尊重比以往任何時(shí)候都更高?！?/p>

The boys volleyball coach, Jason Tippetts, reported, “Our boys volleyball played against the only undefeated team in the league, ISNS. It was a great experience, and playing against them really helped us improve our own level of play. As coach I was really impressed with the attempts to block as well as the rallys, attacks, and side outs. After the game we continued to play with them so we could get more practice. We were grateful for the experience and opportunity to play against such a talented team!”

男排教練Jason Tippetts說(shuō)：“我們的男排隊(duì)伍能與聯(lián)盟中唯一一支不敗的球隊(duì)ISNS比賽。確實(shí)是一次很棒的經(jīng)歷，與他們的對(duì)抗有助于幫助我們提高自己的比賽水平。作為教練，我對(duì)攔網(wǎng)、進(jìn)攻和邊路進(jìn)攻的嘗試印象深刻。比賽結(jié)束后，我們繼續(xù)與對(duì)手進(jìn)行了一會(huì)兒比賽，以便收獲更多的練習(xí)機(jī)會(huì)。我們非常感謝這樣的機(jī)會(huì)，能與一支才華橫溢的隊(duì)伍進(jìn)行比賽!”

Regarding Middle School Soccer, Coach Kevin Language reported:

關(guān)于初中足球隊(duì)，Kevin Language教練的報(bào)道：

On Thursday 26 September 2019, in optimal playing conditions, ISNS welcomed the RDFIS Eagles to their campus.在2019年9月26日星期四，在極佳的比賽條件下，ISNS歡迎RDFIS Eagles來(lái)到他們的校園。

The MS boys game kicked off punctually at 16:00, where the team lined up in an attacking formation. David Jiang and Jackson Wang took up defensive posts. Harry Peng and Gavin Robinson would command the central areas of the pitch and distribute the ball to the educated right boot of Mike Liao and up and coming youngster Jason Liu.

初中男隊(duì)比賽在16：00準(zhǔn)時(shí)開(kāi)始，我方擺出了全力進(jìn)攻的陣型。David Jiang和Jackson Wang肩負(fù)防御的重要任務(wù)。Harry Peng和Gavin Robinson將把控著我方陣地的中央?yún)^(qū)域，并將球傳給受過(guò)良好訓(xùn)練的Mike Liao和球隊(duì)中冉冉升起的新秀隊(duì)員Jason Liu。

In training this past week, the team has been working diligently on positional play, moving the ball quickly and remaining composed under pressure.

在過(guò)去一周的訓(xùn)練中，我方一直在努力進(jìn)行陣地打法的練習(xí)，快速移動(dòng)球并在對(duì)方不斷的壓力下保持穩(wěn)定的發(fā)揮。

The first goal of the match came from an unlikely source—through the goal keeper Taylor Wang. For the first time in RDF history, the goal keeper found himself on the score sheet straight from a goal kick. The celebrations were heard all the way in Dapeng. It was a relief to be back to winning ways and bounce back from last weeks 3 - 0 defeat.

比賽的第一個(gè)進(jìn)球來(lái)自意想不到的守門(mén)員，Taylor Wang。這是RDF球隊(duì)歷史上首度由守門(mén)員貢獻(xiàn)的進(jìn)球。慶祝的軍號(hào)聲一直傳到大鵬。我們重獲信心，從上周的3-0的失利中恢復(fù)過(guò)來(lái)，對(duì)于全體隊(duì)員和教練員而言無(wú)疑是一種解脫。

ISNS didn't take this lying down and soon found an equaliser. The whole team took responsibly for the goal, where we were guilty of spending too long on the ball and losing concentration.

ISNS并沒(méi)有對(duì)此驚慌，很快找到了一個(gè)平衡的節(jié)奏。整體都在負(fù)責(zé)任地為他們的目標(biāo)奮斗，反觀我方在球權(quán)上花費(fèi)了太長(zhǎng)時(shí)間，失去了專(zhuān)注力。

Taylor, the goal keeper, once again stepped up and powerfully punted the ball down field. This vicious attempt asked questions of his opposite number, who could do nothing but parry the ball into net. The first half ended 2 - 1 in favor of RDF.

守門(mén)員泰勒(Taylor)再次挺身而出，強(qiáng)力將球打偏了。這次賭博式的嘗試失敗了，只能將球擋入了網(wǎng)中。上半場(chǎng)以2-1結(jié)束，RDF領(lǐng)先。

Both mangers had some thinking to do at half time. RDF made some changes which saw the introduction of Kevin Luo into the game. Kevin is a skillful Grade 7 student who possesses quick feet and the ability to beat defenders. RDF were instructed to keep going and get a third goal to secure victory.

兩隊(duì)的主教練在半場(chǎng)休息時(shí)都有一些各自的戰(zhàn)術(shù)想法。RDF進(jìn)行了一些改進(jìn)，將Kevin Luo換上場(chǎng)，他是一位球技嫻熟的7年級(jí)學(xué)生，擁有敏捷的腳步和撕扯開(kāi)對(duì)方防守陣線的個(gè)人能力。RDF全體隊(duì)員繼續(xù)跟隨著前進(jìn)的號(hào)角，力爭(zhēng)通過(guò)第三個(gè)進(jìn)球來(lái)確保勝利。

Unfortunately, it was not meant to be. ISNS capitalized from chances which came through two free kicks from outside of the box. Both free kicks were hit with serious venom and were postage stamps bound for the top corner of the RDF goal. Even RDF students applauded the ISNS attempts showing the beautiful spirit in which all games should be played. The full time result ended in defeat for the Eagles, 3 - 2.

不幸的是， ISNS抓住了機(jī)會(huì)，來(lái)自禁區(qū)外的兩次任意球。兩次任意球都似乎帶有神奇的魔力，像是郵票一般粘在了RDF大門(mén)的上角。就連RDF的隊(duì)員們，都對(duì)如此的表現(xiàn)感到心服口服。全場(chǎng)比賽結(jié)束，ISNS以3-2擊敗RDF老鷹隊(duì)。

Valuable lessons were learned today such as accepting the authority of the referee and winning and losing like a team.

全體隊(duì)員都吸取了寶貴的經(jīng)驗(yàn)教訓(xùn)，例如接受裁判的判決以及以一個(gè)團(tuán)隊(duì)的面貌去面對(duì)勝負(fù)得失。

MS boys soccer has seen great improvement where our best result last season was a draw. This season, we have won 4 out of 6 games and are in contention for the playoffs scheduled for 11 October 2019.

初中男足取得了長(zhǎng)足進(jìn)步，上賽季我們最好比賽成績(jī)不過(guò)是平局。但在此時(shí)此刻，我們已經(jīng)在6場(chǎng)比賽中贏得了4場(chǎng)勝利，并將于2019年10月11日進(jìn)入季后賽。

Finally, on Thursday, September 26, the high school volleyball teams played at VMA. The boys were victorious 2-1 in the matches, and the girls came close, 1-2.

最后，9月26日星期四，高中排球隊(duì)在VMA進(jìn)行了比賽。男隊(duì)在比賽中以2-1取勝，女孩以1-2的比分遺憾地失去了勝利。

With good effort, our teams are always improving! Thank you, coaches!

全力以赴，我們的隊(duì)伍一直在進(jìn)步!謝謝教練員們!

* UPCOMING SPORTS CONTESTS 即將到來(lái)的體育活動(dòng)

10/10 HS Volleyball 高中排球RDF @ SCIE.

10/11 MS Soccer Playoffs初中足球季后賽 4pm-6pm Boys @ SIS, Girls @ QSIS.

10/14 HS Volleyball 高中排球RDF @ SIS.

* COLLEGE APPLICATION TRAINING 大學(xué)申請(qǐng)培訓(xùn)

The college application counselors from the Futian Wonderful Company office will provide college preparation training Monday through Thursday, October 7–10, from 7:00-8:30 PM in B-706 Auditorium at RDFIS. G7-8 will meet on Monday. G9 will meet on Tuesday. G10 will meet on Wednesday. G11 students will meet on Thursday. Parents are welcome to attend with their student (optional).

瑞得福出國(guó)總部辦公室的大學(xué)申請(qǐng)顧問(wèn)將在10月7日至10日(周一至周四)，7：00-8：30 PM在RDFIS的B-706禮堂提供大學(xué)申請(qǐng)的相關(guān)培訓(xùn)。7-8年級(jí)將于周一舉行。九年級(jí)將于周二舉行。十年級(jí)將于周三舉行。十一年級(jí)將在周四舉行。歡迎家長(zhǎng)們和他們的孩子一同參加。

* THREE-WAY CONFERENCES 家長(zhǎng)會(huì)

Three -way conference between students, teachers, and parents will be held October 24th and 25th. At least one parent is encouraged to attend. This is an opportunity to meet with the teacher and discuss your child’s performance at school and how to achieve better academic performance. Please pay attention to the above date. Registration will begin after the National Day holiday.

家長(zhǎng)會(huì)將于10月24日至25日舉行。這是與老師見(jiàn)面并討論您孩子在校表現(xiàn)以及如何取得更好學(xué)術(shù)表現(xiàn)的機(jī)會(huì)。請(qǐng)留意上述日期。國(guó)慶假日后，家長(zhǎng)會(huì)將開(kāi)放報(bào)名。

* HOME, SWEET HOME! 甜蜜的大家庭

Last week, several students took a weekend hike in the nearby mountains overlooking Dapeng. The pictures they posted were beautiful! Often I think of this beautiful area and want to share it with other families at the school. In fact, some RDFIS families have moved to Dapeng or nearby neighborhoods to be close to the school. These students arrive at school each morning and return home each night. Of course, this is a family choice. We know that living in Dapeng is not be an option for many RDFIS families, and some families prefer that their student live in the dorms. However, if you have flexibility regarding where you live, I invite you to consider beautiful Dapeng or the many excellent neighborhoods nearby!

上周，不少同學(xué)們?cè)谀軌蚋╊簌i美景的山地進(jìn)行了一次周末徒步旅行。他們分享了美妙的照片!我經(jīng)常想到這個(gè)美麗的地方，并想與其他的教師家庭分享。一些RDFIS家庭已經(jīng)搬到大鵬或附近的社區(qū)，離學(xué)校很近。這些同學(xué)們每天早上到達(dá)學(xué)校，每天晚上回家。當(dāng)然，這是家庭的自主選擇。有些家庭更愿意讓他們的孩子住在學(xué)生宿舍。但是，如果您對(duì)自己的住所選擇有一定的靈活性，我邀請(qǐng)您考慮一下美麗的大鵬或是附近的許多優(yōu)秀社區(qū)!

Below, please enjoy some photos from this week.

下面，請(qǐng)欣賞一周的一些精彩照片。

Again, we wish you a peaceful and happy National Holiday!

再次，我們祝您國(guó)慶假期快樂(lè)!

Sincerely and gratefully,

真誠(chéng)且感激的，

—Leland Anderson

Principal, RDF International School

瑞得福國(guó)際學(xué)校校長(zhǎng)

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