佛山市霍利斯外籍人员子女学校最近结束了名为“Prep Talks”的预备部学生演讲比赛。这系列比赛共有三个回合，在每个回合中预备部学生们都给我们带来许多杰出且有创意的想法。从“人类如何影响濒危动物的未来”到“周遭的世界如何改变人”，学生们都表现出了极大的热情，发表了一系列有趣但又引人思考的演讲。

对话 Ms Bateman

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Ms Mandy Bateman

预备部主任

为什么要举办 Prep Talks 演讲比赛？

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组织 Prep Talks 演讲比赛是为了激励、挑战和鼓舞我们的学生，使他们真正践行我们的8C价值观。作为老师，我们每天都会让他们培养这些价值观，以及提供成为强大和能成就大事业的人所需要的智慧和指导。我们的8C价值观包括协作力、自信心、主动性、工匠精神、同理心、好奇心、创造力和沟通力，此外我们还会教给学生自我激励、时间管理、承担责任和接受不确定性。这一次，我们的学生真正接受了挑战。他们的演讲不仅包含丰富的信息，而且还富有趣味性。

请您分享中这次 Prep Talks 令您

印象最深刻的三个方面。

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这整场活动太精彩了，只能选择三个方面确实很困难！实在要选的话，第一是学生们在每一回合受到建议反馈时所表现出的勇气和决心。即使是落选的学生，他们也表现出相同的决心，希望下一年能够做得更好。

第二是学生们在每个比赛回合之前，修改和完善他们演讲时候所展现的工匠精神。

第三是所有学生在参加这次 Prep Talks 比赛时表现出的专注和信心。从第一回合到决赛，所有学生的信心都得到了提升，并充分践行了佛山霍利斯的校训——希望垂青勇者。

第一回合

在第一回合的比赛中，超过40名学生勇敢地踏上舞台，发表了主题多样的演讲。这是一次了不起的经历，特别是对于第一次演讲的人来说，他们克服了紧张情绪，自信地进行了演讲。每个演讲都经过了细致的评分，评分标准包括自信、主题相关性、幽默、研究质量、个人陈述和主题的呈现。学生们的表现都非常好，对演讲充满热情，让评分工作变得很有挑战性。

第二回合

16名学生成功晋级进入第二回合比赛，其中一些学生是以小组形式进行演讲。他们的专注度和刻苦用功大家有目共睹，他们一直努力提高自己的表达能力、肢体语言和整体演讲技巧。11名出色的学生最终进入了第三回合（决赛）。他们出色的表现和与观众沟通的能力使他们从同龄人中脱颖而出，展示了他们出色的演讲技巧和引人入胜的演讲风格。

决赛

6月2日，Prep Talks 演讲比赛的压轴之战顺利举行，我们见证了这些学生们在整个演讲比赛中的努力和成长。决赛选手们充分吸取了老师们给的指导意见，完善演讲，改进表达方式，在学校剧院的舞台上面向整个佛山霍利斯社区公开发表演讲。他们所展现的勇气和好奇心也是佛山霍利斯众多优秀品质之二。

Luuna & Liliana 三年级 -人类如何影响濒危动物的未来？

Kaikun 三年级 & Lawrence四年级- 汽车的进化及其对空气污染的影响

Chloe G 四年级 -森林砍伐对不同的栖息地有什么影响？

Sarah 四年级 -气候变化如何影响我们？

Emily 五年级 -人类是否应该改进人工智能技术？

Nario 五年级 -我们是否使用了太多的电子技术？

Affan 五年级 -拖延症对我们有好处吗？

Miranda 五年级 -我们应该使用电动汽车吗？

Linshan 六年级-   周遭的世界如何改变人？

即便对于成年人来说，公开演讲也可能是不小的挑战。但我们这些充满勇气和好奇心的学生毅然接受了这个挑战，并在过程中提升他们用英语进行演讲的信心。通过参加 Prep Talks，他们证明了自己敢于且有决心踏出舒适区。他们对自我提升的追求和克服困难的决心值得赞扬，这对于他们日后的学习和工作也大有裨益。在这三回合的比赛过程中，他们真正践行了我们学校的8C价值观。

佛山霍利斯致力于创造一个支持型的学习环境来培养学生，鼓励他们探索自己的潜力和发展他们的技能。Prep Talks 活动体现了我们对培养学生的公开演讲能力和提升自我表达的实践。除了演讲和朗诵比赛外，预备部和中学部学生还有机会在学校集会上发表演讲，以提高他们的公开演讲技巧，增强他们的信心。

我们向所有参加了 Prep Talks 演讲比赛的学生表示最真诚的祝贺。他们的专注度、努力和出色表现使这次活动取得了巨大的成功。学校为你们的成就喝彩，并祝愿你们在学术和个人的道路上继续取得成功。

近期活动

6月26日

钢琴大师班

佛山霍利斯将会在6月26日举办一场钢琴大师班，并热情邀请所有感兴趣的家长和学生参加。大师班教学环节已经满员，但现场观摩和学习是免费且面向公众开放的。本次的主讲大师是安娜女士，她是一位国际知名的钢琴家和受人尊敬的音乐指挥家。感兴趣的同学或家长千万不要错过这个机会哦！请扫码报名。

LEH International School Foshan recently concluded its highly anticipated Prep Talks, a student speech competition consisting of three rounds of outstanding and innovative ideas shared by our Prep School students. With captivating topics ranging from "How do humans affect the future of endangered animals" to "How can your surrounding world change people," the students displayed remarkable enthusiasm and delivered their talks in an interesting and inspiring way.

Ask Ms Bateman

Ms Mandy Bateman

Head of the Prep School

Why did you choose to

organise the Prep Talks?

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I organised the Prep Talks to motivate challenge and inspire our students to exemplify our 8C’s values that as teachers we provide them with on a daily basis. Alongside the wisdom and guidance to become strong and successful people. These values include collaboration, confidence, commitment craftsmanship, compassion curiosity, creativity, communication alongside motivation, time management, accepting responsibility, and possibility. Our students certainly did rise to the challenge, and they delivered speeches that not only informed us but also entertained us.

Tell us three things that

impressed you most from the event.

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Oh my goodness what a difficult question to answer, only three things from all of the events. I would have to say firstly the bravery and determination our students displayed when they received their constructive feedback from each round. Even those who did not get through this time showed the same determination to do better next year.

Secondly, it must be the craftmanship the students displayed when recreating their talks to improve in their attempt to get through to the next round.

Thirdly the commitment and confidence all our students displayed when they entered the Prep Talks. From beginning to end the confidence all the students gained from this experience has shone through to exemplify our ethos of LEH “Hope favours the bold”.

Round 1

In Round 1, over 40 students bravely took to the stage, delivering a diverse array of captivating speeches. It was a remarkable experience, especially for first-time speakers who overcame their nerves and delivered with confidence. Each speech underwent meticulous evaluation, considering factors such as Confidence, Topic relevancy, Humour, Research quality, Personal presentation, and Presentation of the topic. The competition was undoubtedly challenging to judge due to the remarkable level of commitment and passion displayed by the students.

Round 2

Moving forward to the second round, we congratulated the sixteen students, some of whom presented in groups, for successfully advancing. Their dedication and hard work were evident as they strived to enhance their delivery, body language, and overall presentation skills. Eleven exceptional students made it through to the final round. Their outstanding performances and ability to connect with the audience set them apart from their peers, demonstrating their exceptional speaking skills and engaging presentation styles.

Round 3

The grand finale of the Prep Talks took place on 2nd June, and it was a testament to the students" and teachers" hard work and growth throughout the event. Taking constructive criticism to heart, they refined their speeches, improved their delivery, and embraced the challenge of public speaking in front of the whole LEHF community in the school theatre. This courage and curiosity exemplify the qualities that make LEH Foshan students exceptional.

Luuna & Liliana Y3 -How do humans affect the future of endangered animals?

Kaikun Y3 & LawrenceY4- The evolution of cars and their effect on air pollution

Chloe G Y4 -How has deforestation affected different habitats?

Sarah Y4 -How does climate change affect us?

Emily Y5 -Should human beings improve AI technology?

Nario Y5 -Are we using too much electronic technology?

Affan Y5 -Is procrastination good for us?

Miranda Y5 -Should we use electric cars?

Linshan Y6- How can your surrounding world change people? 

Public speaking is often considered a daunting task for adults, but these brave and curious students embraced the opportunity to enhance their confidence in English speaking. By participating in the Prep Talks, they proved that they possess the courage and determination to push beyond their comfort zones. The students" commitment to self-improvement and their willingness to overcome challenges are commendable and will undoubtedly serve them well in their future endeavours. They truly embodied our 8C values throughout their journey.

LEH Foshan takes pride in providing a supportive and nurturing environment that encourages students to explore their potential and develop their skills. The Prep Talks event exemplifies our commitment to fostering public speaking abilities and promoting self-expression among our students. In addition to engaging in speech and declamation competitions, Prep and Secondary students are extended the opportunity to enhance their public speaking skills and boost their confidence by delivering speeches in our school assembly.

We extend our sincerest congratulations to all the students who participated in the Prep Talks. Your dedication, hard work, and exceptional performances have made this event a resounding success. The school applauds your achievements and wishes you continued success in your academic and personal journeys.

Upcoming Events

26 June

Piano Masterclass

LEH Foshan is hosting a piano Masterclass and extends a warm invitation to all parents and students who are interested in joining us on the 26th of June. While the tuition sessions are fully booked, we are pleased to announce that observation is open to the public and free of charge. This exclusive event offers a unique opportunity to learn from Ms An Na, an internationally renowned pianist and esteemed music director. Don"t pass up this incredible chance to be inspired by a world-class teacher! Please sign up via the QR Code.