Kryptonite - Student Journals

Hi there, my name is Kevin Meng, and I am now an alumni of the Microcampus Project. I was in the Kryptonite group and went to Xizhou for 28 days in the spring of 2015. Microcampus had taught me so much about myself and the work around me. It gave me an incredible experience and knowledge that I... more

My name is Lauren, I am 13 years old and I go to SAS puxi. I was born in Singapore and a year later moved to Michigan. After a year of living in Michigan I moved to Shanghai and I have lived here for 11 years. From March 7th to April 3rd 2015 I was on the Microcampus trip with the Kryptonite group... more

Hi, my name is YingTing and I was thirteen when I went to Microcampus as part of Kryptonite. Living in Xizhou for a month was an experience I will never forget;. I had an amazing time there and will forever treasure the days I spent getting acquainted with its beautiful and unique culture.

My name is Chu Chuan W., and I was in Xizhou for 28 days in a program called Microcampus, during that time, we bonded with our group mates and with the villagers. This time was the best memory of my 8th grade life. I only wish that the future Microcampus have as much fun as we did, and I certainly... more

I am a member of the K group which is the Kryptonite group, now I am back in Shanghai. I really liked the time that I had back in the village, I wished that I can spend more time there.

Hi! I am 13 years old and was born in Seattle, Washington state and moved to Shanghai in 5th grade. I traveled to XiZhou in March 2015 as part of the Kryptonite Group and everything- the people, the weather, the Linden Centre, the food, the overall place- was wonderful. Microcampus was an amazing... more

My name is Haley, I am 14 years old and currently a 8th grader at Shanghai American School. I have been at SAS for around 4 years. Microcampus has been an life changing experience for me. I have learned so much in 28 days, it has given me a chance to see a different perspective of China. I can not... more

Hey, I am Jenny and I am currently 14 years old. Born in Vancouver and living in a family of three, my curiosity brought me wonders about the world outside the city bubble in Shanghai. I was a part of group Kryptonite and Microcampus was a once in a lifetime experience that I deeply appreciate. It... more

Hi, my name is Annika and I was born in Pennsylvania, America but I moved from London to Shanghai. I have been living in Shanghai for around nine months and in March 2015 I came to Xizhou with the Kryptonite group. My inquiry project was the Linden Centre’s impact on Xizhou. While in Xizhou I had... more

My name is Leonard and I am a 10th grader (as of Nov 2016) studying at Shanghai American School. I stayed in Xizhou from March to April 2014. My Inquiry project was to study local plant and insect life. The reason I am studying this topic is because I have always been interested in ethology and... more

I’m Ashley, a 13-year-old 8th grader at Shanghai American School. I’m from Hong Kong and have lived in Shanghai for 10 years. Some things I enjoy are track and field, rugby and soccer. This crazy adventure I have had in Xizhou has been one of the most challenging, yet most memorable experiences I... more

Hi, I am Luca L. from Kryptonite Group. I am currently 13 years old, and I have just come back from the wonderful Xizhou. It was honestly one of the best experiences of my life. It was wonderful to get away from the city and to find some peace in the village to research about a topic of personal... more

My name is Victoria G. and I am currently 13 years old. Some of my interests include reading, listening to music, playing flute, squash, and volleyball. I have experienced a variety of cultures throughout my childhood, as I have traveled and lived in more than three countries. Now that I have... more

My name is Collin M., and I was a part of the 2015 Kryptonite Group. I am a half Chinese, half American child, and I attend Shanghai American School. I have been at SAS for about 8 years, and I grew up in Shanghai. I don't really have many hobbies, but I guess I enjoy frisbee, football,... more

My name is Sam from Shanghai American School, from Puxi. I was in the Kryptonite group and was in Xizhou Microcampus in March 2015. It was a very fun and exciting experience, almost a bit frightening the amount of responsibility. I was working on Wall Propaganda for my inquiry project and have... more

I am a Microcampus alumni in the Kryptonite Group of 2015. On the first day when I arrived at the village, I knew it was going to be a great experience. It proved me right in every single moment. The people are kind and friendly, the local food is unique and delicious, and through thick and thin,... more