成都狄邦肯思學校Grade 6 to Grade 7｜迎接變化 從小學邁向初中

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01、小升初銜接會(hui) ：迎接挑戰，成長啟航

上周五，隨著春意漸濃，肯思校園迎來了熱鬧而充滿意義(yi) 的小升初銜接會(hui) 。六年級的孩子們(men) 正站在人生一個(ge) 重要的台階上，即將邁入初中，迎接全新的學術挑戰與(yu) 成長階段。對他們(men) 來說，這不僅(jin) 是課程難度的升級，更是從(cong) 兒(er) 童到少年的轉變，甚至是從(cong) 少年向青少年的跨越。修改為(wei) ：更是在完成從(cong) 兒(er) 童到少年的轉變後，開始向青少年跨越。

02、迎接變化，做好準備

活動伊始，小學部校長Dr. Natalie Pitre和Sammy Liang老師向家長和學生們(men) 表達了熱烈的歡迎。他們(men) 強調，小學到初中是成長中的關(guan) 鍵階段，孩子們(men) 需要麵對更高的學術要求，也將在社交和自主管理方麵經曆新的挑戰。“六年級即將進入更加深入的學習(xi) 階段，麵對更多的學科、更高的學習(xi) 強度。”

Natalie校長說道，“學校將通過強化核心學科基礎、提升情緒管理和學習(xi) 能力，幫助學生適應初中的學術挑戰和新環境。”她特別提到，通過結構化課程如IXL，孩子們(men) 可以提高閱讀、數學和自主學習(xi) 能力，同時培養(yang) 自信，學會(hui) 在挑戰中不斷成長。與(yu) 此同時，家校合作在這一過程中起著不可替代的作用。老師們(men) 鼓勵家長與(yu) 學校攜手，共同支持孩子，幫助他們(men) 在變化中找到節奏，在挑戰中建立信心。

03、六年級：站在新旅程的起點

六年級的孩子們(men) 即將迎來新的旅程，而成長的道路從(cong) 來不是平坦的。學術的挑戰、自主管理的提升、社交圈的變化，都是他們(men) 需要麵對的課題。但正如初中部學部校長祖玟彬女士所強調的：“我們(men) 不是在教孩子爬坡，而是在幫助他們(men) 裝備登山工具包。”

回顧肯思創校三年半的發展，許多孩子從(cong) 三年級加入，如今已成為(wei) 六年級的大哥哥大姐姐。也有孩子是後來轉學而來，但無論是創校生還是新加入的同學，六年級都是一個(ge) 溫暖的大家庭。這個(ge) 階段的孩子們(men) 既興(xing) 奮又不安，因為(wei) 他們(men) 即將迎來新的旅程。

“六年級的孩子不僅(jin) 是小學的畢業(ye) 生，更是未來中學生活的探索者。”祖校說道。她從(cong) 學術、管理和社交三個(ge) 角度，深入分析了小升初可能帶來的挑戰。

01、學術挑戰：學科數量增多，難度提升，七年級的課程密度比六年級增加約30%。同時，評估方式更加多樣，時間管理和學習(xi) 效率成為(wei) 關(guan) 鍵。

02、自主管理：相比小學，中學對學生的自主性要求更高。如何合理安排作業(ye) 、管理時間、平衡學習(xi) 和興(xing) 趣愛好，都是孩子們(men) 需要麵對的新課題。導師製將幫助他們(men) 更快適應，並在過程中培養(yang) 獨立性和責任感。

03、社交重構：從(cong) 固定班級到跨年級社團，社交圈的擴大讓孩子們(men) 有更多機會(hui) 結交新朋友，但也意味著他們(men) 需要學會(hui) 處理不同的社交關(guan) 係，適應更加複雜的校園環境。

祖校強調，在孩子的成長過程中，犯錯是正常的，正是這些小錯誤提供了學習(xi) 和進步的機會(hui) 。在“逆商”教育的理念下，學校鼓勵家長和孩子一起，以成長的眼光看待挑戰，幫助孩子從(cong) 中獲得寶貴的經驗和成長。

04、學生故事：挑戰與(yu) 成長

在學生分享環節，Brook和Chloe的故事讓現場的家長和同學們(men) 深受觸動。作為(wei) 肯思的創校生，Brook回憶起自己剛入學時，英語並不流利，但他通過不懈努力，如今可以自信地與(yu) 外教交流，並成為(wei) 了校足球隊的隊長。他還創辦了Iconic社團，通過設計球服為(wei) 弱勢群體(ti) 籌款，同時在學術上不斷突破，在數學競賽AMC中取得優(you) 異成績。

Chloe則是一名轉學生，她分享了自己從(cong) 綿陽轉學到肯思的經曆。她坦言，初來乍到時對新環境感到陌生，但學校的“小導遊”項目和關(guan) 愛訪談幫助她快速適應。她製定了學習(xi) 目標，成績穩步提升，同時感受到校園溫暖的氛圍，讓她對未來充滿信心。雖然同學們(men) 的經曆不同，但他們(men) 都在肯思的環境中成長，並找到了屬於(yu) 自己的舞台。

05、初中課程：多元探索，激發潛能

執行校長徐麗(li) 女士向家長們(men) 介紹了7-8年級的課程體(ti) 係。這一階段不僅(jin) 是學科知識的深化，更是培養(yang) 學生獨立思考、團隊協作和領導力的重要時期。“我們(men) 希望學生不僅(jin) 是知識的學習(xi) 者，更能成為(wei) 校園社區的一部分，在協作與(yu) 實踐中鍛煉自信與(yu) 擔當。”徐校說道。學校提供12門核心學科，采用雙語沉浸式教學，並在此基礎上設置跨學科探究項目、STEAM課程及科學競賽，以激發學生的創新思維和問題解決(jue) 能力。同時，學校還鼓勵學生參與(yu) 社團管理、活動組織等領導力項目，在實際行動中鍛煉溝通和團隊協作能力。

徐校還宣布了2025-2026學年的獎學金計劃，以激勵學術、領導力及綜合素養(yang) 卓越的學生。“真正的成長不僅(jin) 來自課堂學習(xi) ，更源於(yu) 學生在團隊合作、創新實踐和自我突破中的累積。”她表示，“我們(men) 希望每位學生都能在肯思找到屬於(yu) 自己的舞台，勇敢追求卓越。”

06、結語

這場小升初銜接會(hui) 不僅(jin) 解答了家長的疑問，也讓孩子們(men) 對未來的學習(xi) 生活充滿期待。在肯思，成長從(cong) 來不是一個(ge) 人的旅程，而是家長、老師和同學們(men) 共同支持、攜手前行的過程。未來，他們(men) 將在更廣闊的天地裏探索、挑戰、超越自我，迎接更加精彩的成長旅程。

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01、Middle School Transition:Embrace Challenges, Grow Forward

Last Friday, as spring flourished, KCS hosted a lively and meaningful transition event for rising middle schoolers. For sixth graders, this marks not only an academic challenge but also the shift from childhood to adolescence, stepping further into their teenage years.

02、Embrace Change, Be Prepared

At the event's start, Primary Principal Dr. Natalie Pitre and teacher Sammy Liang warmly welcomed parents and students, emphasizing the key transition from primary to middle school.

“The sixth grade brings deeper learning, more subjects, and greater academic intensity,” Dr. Pitre noted. She highlighted the school's focus on strengthening core skills, emotional management, and learning strategies to ease this shift. Structured programs like IXL help students build confidence, enhance reading and math skills, and develop independence. She also stressed the vital role of home-school collaboration in supporting students through these changes.

03、Grade 6:Standing at the Start of a New Journey

Sixth graders are about to embark on a new journey, and the path of growth is never without challenges. Academic demands, increased self-management, and evolving social circles are all part of the experience. As Middle School Principal Ms. Zhu Wenbin emphasized, "We’re not just teaching children to climb uphill—we’re equipping them with the right tools for the journey."

Looking back on KCS’s three and a half years, many students who joined in third grade have now grown into the role of sixth-grade mentors. Others have transferred in along the way, but whether founding students or newcomers, Grade 6 is a warm and supportive community. Excitement and uncertainty go hand in hand as they step into this new chapter.

"Sixth graders are not just primary school graduates—they are explorers of their future middle school life," said Principal Zhu. She provided an in-depth analysis of the potential challenges in academics, self-management, and social development.

01、Academic Challenges: With more subjects and increased difficulty, the intensity of Grade 7 courses rises by approximately 30% compared to Grade 6. Additionally, assessments become more diverse, making time management and learning efficiency essential skills.

02、Self-Management: Middle school demands greater independence than primary school. Students must learn to organize homework, manage time effectively, and balance academics with personal interests. The advisory system will support their transition, fostering independence and responsibility along the way.

03、Social Restructuring: From fixed classes to cross-grade clubs, the expanded social circle offers students more opportunities to make new friends. However, it also means they must learn to navigate different social dynamics and adapt to a more complex school environment.

Principal Zhu emphasized that making mistakes is a normal part of growth, as these small errors provide valuable learning and improvement opportunities. Under the concept of "adversity quotient" education, the school encourages both parents and children to approach challenges with a growth mindset, helping students gain priceless experience and development.

04、Student Story：Challenge &Growth

During the student sharing session, Brook’s story resonated deeply with the audience. As a founding student of KCS, Brook initially struggled with English but through hard work, he now communicates confidently with teachers, serves as the football team captain, and founded the Iconic Club to raise funds for underprivileged groups. He also achieved excellent results in the AMC math competition.

Chloe, a transfer student from Mianyang, shared her experience of adjusting to KCS. Initially feeling unfamiliar with the new environment, she quickly adapted through the school's "buddy" program and support interviews. She set academic goals, saw steady progress, and felt the warmth of the school, which boosted her confidence for the future. Though their experiences differ, all students have grown and found their place at KCS.

05、Middle School Curriculum:Exploring Potential

Principal Xu introduced the curriculum for Grades 7-8, emphasizing the importance of developing independent thinking, teamwork, and leadership. "We want students to be more than knowledge learners; they should be active members of the campus community, building confidence and responsibility through collaboration," she said. The school offers 12 core subjects with bilingual immersive teaching, along with interdisciplinary projects, STEAM courses, and science competitions to foster innovation and problem-solving skills. Students are also encouraged to engage in leadership activities such as club management and event organization, enhancing communication and teamwork skills.

Principal Xu also announced the scholarship program for the 2025-2026 academic year, aimed at recognizing students excelling in academics, leadership, and overall development. "True growth comes not just from classroom learning but from the experiences students gain through teamwork, innovation, and self-challenge," she said. "We hope every student finds their stage at KCS and courageously strives for excellence."

06、End

This transition event not only answered parents' questions but also filled students with excitement for their future academic journey. At KCS, growth is never a solo journey; it’s a process supported by parents, teachers, and peers, working together every step of the way. Moving forward, students will explore, challenge, and surpass themselves in a broader world, embracing an even more exciting path of growth.