从内敛到自信：Jayden的进阶之旅

在惠立求学的时光，让Jayden深刻体会到这所学校的独特魅力。与过往的求学经历不同，惠立不仅重视学术造诣，更致力于培养学生的独立思考能力和跨文化素养。他至今仍清晰记得，在科学课堂上，老师不是照本宣科、重复着枯燥的知识，而是鼓励学生们自主设计实验方案、系统收集数据并独立完成汇报——这种启发式的教学方式，让他逐渐养成了主动思考、勇于探索的学术品格。

更令他深有感触的是学校精心打造的多元文化氛围：在这里，他既能够向来自世界各地的同学生动讲述春节、中秋等中国传统节日的深厚底蕴，也有机会通过“国际日”等活动感受不同文化的独特魅力。这种兼容并蓄的成长环境，不仅拓宽了他的国际视野，又培育了他的跨文化理解力。

加入惠立，Jayden也遇到了新的挑战——中英双语教学环境。起初，面对外籍教师时，寻常的课堂交流都会让他非常紧张。然而，惠立精心营造的沉浸式语言环境很快让他重拾了信心：课堂上，老师们循循善诱，以启发式的提问引导他参与讨论，积极表达；课后，各类校园集会、辅助课程教学活动、学院竞赛让英语学习以更生动的方式延展开来。如今的Jayden不仅能与外籍教师自如交谈，更培养出了用双语思维分析问题、表达见解的独特能力。这份语言能力的跃升，不仅让他在跨文化交流中展现出前所未有的从容与自信，更为他的学术探索插上了翅膀。

除了语言方面的飞速进步，Jayden在学术领域也收获了令人欣喜的成长。学校精心打造的课程体系与全方位的资源支持，为他搭建了广阔的求知平台：藏书丰富的图书馆成为他探索知识的宝库，设备先进的实验室为他提供了实践创新的舞台，而个性化的一对一辅导则让他的学习更具针对性。他非常感谢自己的班主任Mr Fessehaye，这位充满教育热情的老师，总能用生动有趣的教学方式激发学生的表达欲望。在他的引导下，Jayden很快渡过了语言适应阶段，在用英语展现自我、深入学术探索方面也愈发得心应手。今年十年级的他正处于为升学做准备的关键时期，从院校选择的专业建议，到申请文书的字斟句酌，升学指导老师细致入微的指导，让他对未来的学术道路充满期待，也更坚定了他追求卓越的信念。

选择寄宿，于Jayden而言是一个意义深远的决定。在这个温暖的集体中，他不仅掌握了时间管理的艺术、培养了独立自主的生活能力，更领悟了团队协作的真谛。作为学生寄宿协调员，他经常与同学们共同策划各类寄宿学院活动，并在组织过程中学会统筹协调、化解分歧，最终带领伙伴们克服重重挑战，推动各个项目圆满完成。

寄宿生活还为他打开了兴趣发展的新天地——在自由支配的个人时间，他可以沉浸于自己喜爱的钢琴演奏，也可以和同学练习新学的羽毛球，甚至可以从前期脚本到拍摄再到后期制作，自编自导一条Vlog，丰富多彩的活动让他的课余生活更加充实。此外，寄宿老师们还经常组织各类兴趣小组和主题活动，让学生们在轻松愉快的氛围中发掘更多潜能。

最令他难忘的是在寄宿学院晚会上担任主持人的经历。作为一个害羞内向的男孩，初次站在聚光灯下，Jayden的内心忐忑不安，是朝夕相处的同学和老师让他逐渐放松。最终他不仅完美掌控了全场节奏，更在关键时刻展现出临场发挥的才华，将晚会气氛推向高潮。这次突破舒适区的勇敢尝试，让他真实感受到了自己的潜力与成长。作为学生寄宿协调员，他更是主动肩负起沟通桥梁的重任，收集总结同学们的心声，及时向寄宿团队反馈。这个角色不仅锻炼了他的沟通协调能力，更让他深刻体会到担当与奉献的价值。寄宿生活的点点滴滴，正如春雨般润物无声，滋养着他向更优秀的自己不断迈进。

Jayden’s time at Hiba has given him a real sense of what makes our school unique. His previous schools, he explains, didn’t place the same emphasis on independent thinking and cross-cultural understanding. He recalls science lessons, for instance, in which teachers encouraged pupils to design their own experiments, collect data and present their findings. They didn’t just follow the textbook. It was a hands-on approach that helped him build confidence in his ability to explore new ideas. 

Just as important for Jayden has been the school’s diverse community. He has had the chance to share the traditions of Chinese festivals like Spring Festival and Mid-Autumn Festival with classmates from around the world. He has likewise learned about different cultures from annual events like our United Nations Day and International Food Festival. 

Starting at Hiba was a real challenge for Jayden, especially when it came to learning English. Simple conversations with teachers made him anxious. But our immersive language environment quickly helped him gain his confidence. In the classroom, teachers guided him through lively discussions and encouraged him to take part. Outside lessons, assemblies, clubs and house competitions made learning English feel dynamic and engaging.

Now, Jayden speaks comfortably with his teachers and can analyse and explain ideas in both languages. He now feels at home in any international setting as well. 

Jayden’s academic progress goes far beyond language. He has flourished with our rigorous curriculum and strong support system. Our library has become a favourite resource, while our science labs have provided plenty of opportunities for hands-on learning. One-on-one tutoring has also made a real difference.

He’s especially grateful to his form tutor, Mr Fessehaye, whose enthusiasm and creative teaching have helped Jayden see language as much more than just a way to communicate; it’s a bridge to new ideas and connections. Now, as he starts thinking about university, his university counsellor is helping him to draw a clear roadmap for his future.

Choosing to board was a turning point for Jayden. He has since become more independent, learning to manage his time and work with others as a team. Weekly dorm competitions – where he and his roommates work together – have even seen them regularly come out on top.

Boarding has also given Jayden the chance to try new things. In the evenings, he can practise the piano, play badminton or even create his own vlog, from script to edit. These activities have made life outside the classroom truly rewarding. The boarding staff, who look after day-to-day needs, also run clubs and themed events, helping Jayden discover new interests.

Along the way, he has also come out of his shell and applied to become a pupil boarding coordinator, acting as a link between pupils and staff. The role has strengthened his communication skills and deepened his sense of responsibility.