第十三卷第五期   九十七年十月十五日出刊   October  2008

 

新進教師風采

雙語部作品

國小部環保科學營

升學榜單

活動看板

     
新進教師風采
 
   

高中部  蔡旺璋

        各位父老兄弟姐妹們大家好,我是新進化學科教師蔡旺璋,很高興有這個機會來實驗高中服務。我本來住在彰化的城邊,家中有屋沒有田,生活樂無邊,畢業於國立台灣師範大學化學系,國立台灣大學化學研究所。初到貴寶地,還有很多不熟悉的地方,請大家多多指教,也希望能夠和實中的大家,一面勤賺錢,一面讀書篇,立志把功名顯,並且和平愉快的渡過每一天。

 

高中部  郭心怡

大家好!我是高中部音樂科&合唱團指導教師郭心怡,新竹市人,研究所畢業後即任教於新竹市立三民國中五年,指導合唱團屢獲全國比賽優等佳績,並受邀協演台北愛樂中文音樂劇「魔笛」;主修聲樂,曾多次參與聲樂比賽、音樂會及歌劇表演,2004年獲得『中華民國聲樂家協會新秀』於國家音樂廳演出,個人除了歌唱領域有豐富的經驗外,興趣也非常廣泛,大學期間曾擔任中廣高雄台主持人;很開心進入實中這大家庭,希望未來的日子裡你我能教學相長、分享彼此美好的經歷。

 

國小部 陳玟瑾

各位實驗中學的老師及同學們大家好﹗我是五年四班的陳玟瑾老師,很高興能在這個大家庭服務,希望能和大家相處愉快﹗

我從小就開始學音樂,主修鋼琴,副修小提琴,就讀曉明女中國高中部音樂班、台中教育大學音樂教育系、東海大學音樂研究所,剛開始任教是在台中市國光國小,之後因結婚所以調至新竹本校服務。

感謝許多老師對我的關心及幫助我解答我的疑惑,我也很高興遇到一群可愛的學生,最後祝大家身體健康、事事如意!

 

雙語部 Christine Smith
Once upon a time there was a happy little girl who lived with her large loving family in a country far, far away. The little girl had a squeaky voice so her father called her Cricket.  Cricket grew up in the U.S. in a state called Wisconsin which was extremely beautiful,with rolling green meadows and crystal blue lakes.  She lived in a small village, dotted with farms, where cows lazily munched grass all day long. Cricket loved to explore the cool dark forest and meadows of wild flowers near her home where she daydreamed about the fields and rivers of far off lands. The happy little girl grew up and became a teacher named Mrs.Smith. Teaching in the U.S. brought much joy to Mrs. Smith's life,but she was still very curious about the green farms and bustling cities of far off lands, so she decided to continue learning about the world. Mrs. Smith got out a map and searched the planet for the perfect place to start her journey.  She soon discovered an alluring island covered with majestic mountain peaks and surrounded by sparkling water and the name of this magical place was Taiwan.

When Mrs. Smith arrived in Taiwan she spent her days investigating the colorful busy streets of her new city and discovered many interesting things, like: delicious dumplings and noodles, a charming lake to walk around, high speed trains, and lively markets selling exotic fruits.  And then one day she discovered the most amazing thing of all…  (To be continued).

 

雙語部Travis Clemens

I was born in Denton, Texas.  My family moved overseas when I was two.  My father still teaches high school and my mother 6th grade, at the Singapore American School.  After getting my BA from the University of Texas, I wanted to go back to Singapore.  I worked for CNBC-Asia for a year, then decided to go to the University of Canterbury in New Zealand for a teaching degree.  Last year I was a substitute teacher at SAS and at the Yangon International School.
In my free time, I like to read literature, philosophy, and science fiction.  I also collect indie records, and have every expansion for "The Sims 2."

 

雙語部Kayao Sou

My name is Kayao Sou (pronounced Kyle Su). I am Canadian - Chinese and my parents were originally from Hong Kong. I taught grades 7 through 9 in Vancouver, Canada before making a life decision to come to Asia to rediscover my roots. What was supposed to be a brief stop in Taiwan on the way to Hong Kong has turned out to be anything but. This will be my 10th year teaching in Taiwan and my first year at NEHS/IBSH. Additionally, I met and am married to a wonderful Taiwanese woman who is also a Chinese teacher at a local Chinese school in Hsinchu. We have a year and half old daughter named Megan.

In addition to the academic learning, I believe strongly in making sure my students learn to be respectable, responsible citizens with good manners. I have some classroom rules and positive rewards that will both promote and reinforce this. I will explain these rules and rewards to both the students and parents at the start of school year in hopes that the parents will help me promote these ideals at home and support me as much as possible. Let’s all work together to ensure these children have a successful year.

 

雙語部Marina Lin

Dear fellow students and faculty members:

Hi! How are you?  My name is Marina Lin, and I am teaching 9th grade English as well as the new Broadway musical performance elective (it’s really good, you should take it!)  Having completed two M.A. degrees at Teachers College, Columbia University, I spent a good three years in New York.  My favorite pastimes include enjoying concerts at Lincoln Center, ice skating at Bryant Park, and of course, catching Broadway shows at Times Square.   As a former student of NEHS, it is such an honor to be able to join the faculty and work with teachers that I admire.  I am excited for this year and everything it will bring.

 

雙語部Natalia Juarez

Hello! My name is Natalia Juarez.  I am from Toronto, Canada and I have been working in Taiwan for 3 years already. Where does the time go? Although I am a certified as K-6, my heart is in primary (K-3).  I am happy to be joining the IBSH team, and looking forward to a successful and fun year to come!

 

雙語部Sze-Wai

Hello, my name is Sze Wai Campbell and I will be the new ESL Teacher this year at IBSH.  This is my fourth year working in Hsinchu, Taiwan.  I spent the last three years teaching Kindergarten and Elementary classes at American Eagle School.  I was born in Hong Kong but grew up in a city of London, Ontario, Canada.  I graduated from McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario with an Honors Bachelor of Commerce in 2005.  My husband, Shawn Campbell has been a fourth grade Humanities teacher at IBSH the past three years so I am fortunate enough to have already met many of the wonderful staff, administration and students here.  In my spare time I enjoy experimenting with new recipes, exercising and playing with my cats, Puma and Pony.  I am excited about joining the IBSH family and I look forward to meeting many more students and colleagues throughout the school year.

 

雙語部Eric Swan

From being born in Los Angeles, CA and eventually moving to IN and back again to CA, I tend to think I have a very diverse upbringing.  I’ve quickly realized it does not compare to that of most students here at IBSH.  Growing up, athletics played a huge role in my life, as I competed in most sports offered.  As I grew older, I focused primarily on basketball, which eventually led to competing at the university level.  After graduating from Cal State San Bernardino, I began my MS in Counseling, with a specialization in Educational Counseling at National University (NU) in Los Angeles.  During my time in graduate school, I was fortunate to have the opportunity to work as an Admissions Advisor at NU for approximately 2 years.  After my time spent at NU, I proceeded to work in Los Angeles Unified School District as a Guidance Counselor/School Psychologist at Washington Prep HS, Hollywood HS, and Westchester HS. 

        My career changed spontaneously in the middle of 2006, as I took a position at a local university in Seoul, S. Korea.  Here, I taught Psychology and English Conversation.  Living and working abroad has proven to be one of the best experiences of my life.  Now, in Taiwan, I look forward to continuing my life abroad and experiencing all Taiwan has to offer.

 

雙語部Doug & Judi Merz

Hi, I am Doug Merz.  This is my 33rd year of teaching (WOW, that’s a long time!).  I teach 3rd grade and my wife Judi is teaching 1st grade.  I come from Camano Island in Washington State, USA. I like to catch and eat crab, hunt, fish and dig clams.

I have three grown boys named Mike, Jake, and Steve.  I have 2 granddaughters named Margie and Valerie.  I miss them very much!  I really like being a grandpa.

Judi and I have already enjoyed going to the Palace Museum and Taipei 101 in Taipei.  We also vacationed in Kenting for 4 days in August.  It was hot!

Prior to graduating from Western Washington University I spent four years in the U. S. Navy.  I traveled to Japan, Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, and Hong Kong.  I am really enjoying Taiwan.  The people I’ve met are wonderful and the food is delicious!

 

Hi, My name is Judi Merz and I am the first grade teacher for 1B.  I have taught for 21 years in Alaska and in my home state of Washington.  I have taught first grade, second grade, third grade, fourth grade, and seventh grade!  First grade is my favorite and I am having lots of fun getting to know my students and living here in Hsinchu.

Back in Washington I have 3 boys and two beautiful granddaughters.  When we are together we spend a lot time at our cabin on Camano Island.  Yes, I live on an island when I am in Washington, too, but it’s not as big as the island of Taiwan.

I love the beach, reading good books and flamingos.  Doug says I have to add shopping to my list of things I like to do.  I am happy to be here at IBSH.

 

 ▲TOP