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Day 27: Why I Came to Microcampus

Submitted 9 months 1 week ago by Kevin G. (Alumni-R).
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There are many reasons why I came to Microcampus. The first time I was introduced to Microcampus was at an assembly at SAS. At first, I didn't realize that it would be such a special experience. My sister convinced me to go to the information session where I would learn more about this trip. During this information session, I would learn about the Inquiry Project, the Service Learning video, as well as the Big 4. These 6 things were the reasons why I came on this trip. 

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Day 27: Why I came to Microcampus

Submitted 9 months 1 week ago by Jerry X. (Alumni-R).
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So . . . Why did I come to Microcampus? In all honesty, I don't know. I was recommended by several students during seventh grade. Many of my friends have gone on this trip. It sounded very interesting, plus all the information sessions told me that, it encouraged personal growth, interactions with locals etc. I felt like it was the perfect trip for me. Plus a month out of school! Sounded perfect! 

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Day 26: Service Learning Project

Submitted 9 months 1 week ago by Jerry X. (Alumni-R).
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December 14th, day 26 in Microcampus. Today is our last full day in Microcampus, and the last night we sleep in our Xizhou home. We shared our Service Learning Project to whomever decides to come and we invited our partners to come as well. Our video was a little different from other groups. It took the path of telling other people the story and giving them a first person view of the Culture revolution and the hardest part of our partners life. It was quite emotional and I could tell that the audience was effectted quite strongly by the video.

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Day 27: Why I Came to Microcampus

Submitted 9 months 1 week ago by Anne-Marie C. (....
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Before I came to Xizhou, I knew I needed a break from the bustling crowds, crazy traffic, and unclear air. I orginally thought that Xizou was going to be a quiet, non-tourists communitiy. As it turns out, tourism is Xizhou's number one industry. Needless to say, I recieved the nonpolluted, crazy crowded village that I wished for from the beginning. The mountains on each side of XIzhou are breath taking and Lake Erhai is easily one of the most beautiful lakes I have ever seen.

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Day 27: Why I came to Microcampus

Submitted 9 months 1 week ago by Lexi L. (Alumni-R).
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Why I came to Microcampus? There are so many possible answers to that questions. I am going to give the truthful one. I came to Microcampus for three reasons. First, I had just moved to China and I wanted to learn more about it. Second, I was told about this trip from an Alumni who enjoyed the trip. Third, I wanted to learn more about myself. 

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Day 27: Why I Came To Microcampus

Submitted 9 months 1 week ago by Colin R. (Alumni-R).
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I was one of ten students  chosen to go on a 4 week trip to Xizhou China, This trip was called Microcampus. While I have been here I studied the local games and recreation. I also Learned about the culture here and some information about myself. Going on this trip was a great adventure and I am glad that I got to go. I have had an amazing time here and I will be sad when I have to leave very soon. although I will be sad to leave I will also be happy to see my family (and dogs) once I get back .

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Day 25: and the jammy goes to...

Submitted 9 months 1 week ago by Anne-Marie C. (....
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Today has been a very busy day. We were supposed to meet with the teachers so they could edit and look over our service learning videos. After several corrections, I think we have our video nearly perfect. But the highlight of my day is not only finishing most of my service learning, it was the Jammy's (and yes, the Grammies are based off of this). At 7:30 PM we all met in the TV room with our comfort food. I ate Oreos and sour strips. First, there were the room  awards.

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Day 27: Why I Came to Microcampus

Submitted 9 months 1 week ago by Imani R. (Alumni-R).
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There were many reasons why I came to Microcampus. I was so interested in the experience and I wanted to have a chance to experience something like this. This program gives students an opportunity to experience real China outside of the Shanghai "bubble". The students have a chance to learn about ourselves and our project of high interest.

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Day 25: Wrapping Up

Submitted 9 months 1 week ago by Ethan W. (Alumni-R).
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Today my Inquiry Project was completed and approved and so was our Service Learning project. In first time of all Microcampus history did so many people finish their Service Learning project so quickly. We are also most likely having the Jammies tonight, so I am looking forward to that. The Dali trip is also tommorow and I think everybody is going.

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Day 26: Service Learning Sharing

Submitted 9 months 1 week ago by Kevin G. (Alumni-R).
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Today is the last full day of the trip. We made our way around the village and said goodbye to our friends here. We also had a trip to Dali Old Town tonight, and that was really fun. The highlight of the day was sharing our Service Learning video with our Service Learning partner as well as some other guests. We gave a DVD of our video as well as a bag of fruits to our Service Learning partner.

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Day 26: Service Learning Reflection

Submitted 9 months 1 week ago by Stella R. (Alumni-R).
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In the Service Learning sharing experience, we had a chance to invite local villagers of Xizhou to Yang Zhuo Ran to watch our final Service Learning video products. After hosting them with tea and snacks, the presentations went on in a comfortable atmosphere. Although Ms.

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Day 26: Service Learning Reflection

Submitted 9 months 1 week ago by Colin R. (Alumni-R).
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My Service Learning project was completed this morning. It took a lot of effort from our team and especially from Hillary and Kevin who had to translate and edit and edit the Chinese footage. Now it is all done. Later into the day we watched our partner for the project as she watched our video. She was very impressed with our video.  She admitted that she did not tell us about her past because she thought that we were spies from the Chinese government. 

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Day 24: I AM DONE

Submitted 9 months 2 weeks ago by Anne-Marie C. (....
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Today, I am proud to say, I finished all of my inquiry work. Click here to view all of my completed and approved inquiry work. It is satisfying to know that the only work I have left is my Service Learning project, which you can read more about in yesterdays journal, Day 23: Mrs. Deng. Instead of signing up for a WIPPIS today, we were left to do the work that e needed to complete, journals, Inquiy work, service learning, pitching in responsibilities, etc...

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Colin R. (Alumni-R)

Inquiry Project
Service Learning
Journal
I am 13. I went on a trip to Xizhou in November/December of 2016. This was my first time being outside of a major city in China. It also was the longest time I had been away from my family at that point. I had a great month out in Xizhou and I was sad when I had to leave. Microcampus was a once in... more

Hillary C. (Alumni-R)

Inquiry Project
Service Learning
Journal
I'm 13 years old and I was part of the Microcampus Revival Group. I was born in Singapore and lived in Hong Kong for 10 years and also I came to Shanghai last year in 7th grade. Living in China made my life more interesting, I learned much more about my Chinese part of culture. I hoped to... more

Kevin G. (Alumni-R)

Inquiry Project
Service Learning
Journal
Hi everybody! My name is Kevin Gu, and I'm an 8th grader at Shanghai American School Pudong. I was a member of the Revival Microcampus group. I was born in Virginia, but moved to Hong Kong when I was 6 months old. 4 years later, our family moved to Shanghai, which is where we live now. Some of... more

Lexi L. (Alumni-R)

Inquiry Project
Service Learning
Journal
Hi, I'm Lexi and I am 14 years old. I was born in Royal Oak, Michigan. My family moved to Wisconsin when I was five. Last year, I moved to California. This summer, I moved to Shanghai. I have lived in three different states and two countries. I am so glad that I was able to spend 27 days in... more

Jerry X. (Alumni-R)

Inquiry Project
Service Learning
Journal
Hi everyone, My name is Jerry. I'm 13 and quite tall for the age, yet light for the height. I've traveled through a lot of places in China, Although most of the places are cities with towering skyscrapers and the sound of traffic. I want to try something a little different this time. So I... more

Ethan W. (Alumni-R)

Inquiry Project
Service Learning
Journal
My name is Ethan W. & I am from Hong Kong. Although I call Hong Kong my home I have lived in Shanghai for fourteen years. I have decided to study Tools & Technology mainly because of two reason. My first reason is because it effects my daily life and has made me into who I am today. My... more

Imani R. (Alumni-R)

Inquiry Project
Service Learning
Journal
Hi, my name is Imani. I am 13 years old and this is my 2nd year at SAS. I was born in Michigan and I lived there my whole life until I moved to China 3 years ago. Some of the passions I have are playing soccer, dancing and traveling to many places around the world. One of my favorite places to go... more

Anne-Marie C. (Alumni-R)

Inquiry Project
Service Learning
Journal
Hello I am Anne-Marie. I was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia. This is my first year at SAS and I am enjoying it. My hobbies are volleyball, reading and traveling around the globe. I am currently on Microcampus and enjoying it. The people, air, market and Linden Center are all great welcomes to... more

Stella R. (Alumni-R)

Inquiry Project
Service Learning
Journal
My name is Stella R. I am an 8th grader at Shanghai American School Pudong campus who already returned from Xizhou as a member of the Revival group. The 27 days Microcampus adventure was truly one of the most fascinating experiences I have ever had. I will not forget about the beautiful environment... more

Claire O. (Alumni-R)

Inquiry Project
Service Learning
Journal
Hi everyone, my name is Claire. I am part of the Revival Microcampus group. I am originally from the United States, most recently Dallas,Texas, however this is my forth year living in China. My passions include soccer, volleyball, traveling and photography. Microcampus has been the experience of a... more