What was truly valuable to me were
multicultural friends I have met who
with me at the same dining table.
it amazing to have such conversation
them because I got to promote, exchange
and expand my perspective on global
society." said Ken Hsu
KEN HSU
CLASS OF 2020
This year, Fairmont student Isabella C. traveled to Beijing
for a six week study abroad program at Fairmont's partner
Limai Chinese American School. There she studied Mandarin
(including Mandarin language Math and Science), Art, Theatre,
Dance and Gym, among other subjects, and discovered
the culture of Beijing. In addition to building meaningful
relationships with her teachers, she received support from
Fairmont and Limai staff and two room parents who helped her
to plug into her studies and get acclimated to the city.
Isabella learned new skills, enjoyed delicious Chinese cuisine
and met exceptionally friendly and accommodating students
who became good friends. Her homeroom teacher made her
studies fun and productive, and Isabella enjoyed water brush
and sand painting with her inspiring art instructor. In addition to
the exploring all of creative and academic classes at Limai, and
the bustling city of Beijing, Isabella was able to visit the South
Sea of China and Lotus Mountain — making some of her favorite
memories in her time abroad.
By studying at Limai, Isabella was able to connect more deeply
with her birth culture. She had the resources to embrace
Mandarin, to more fully identify with her place of origin and to
be prepared for a broader range of future opportunities.
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