Last week, G8 & G9 students stepped into new environments — and new challenges. 󠀠 On the ice, some hesitated at first. But step by step, with support from peers, they found the courage to move forward. 󠀠 At the climbing wall, students pushed themselves further, choosing to take on greater challenges each time. With proper guidance and safety in place, they explored, challenged, and grew.󠀠 󠀠 At TCS, learning happens when students choose to take that step — and reach a litt

Last Friday, TCS Middle School welcomed the first Science Exploration Camp of the semester. 󠀠󠀠 󠀠In TCS’s Experiential Learning Friday (ELF) program, the science camp has always been one of the activities students look forward to the most. 󠀠󠀠 The first experiment was creating plaster finger molds. When plaster powder is mixed with water, the soft liquid slowly begins to harden and even releases a bit of heat. 󠀠󠀠 Students used their own hands to create plaster molds. As

Last Friday, TCS high school students stepped beyond the classroom. They took learning into the real world—observing, challenging themselves, and applying what they’ve learned in different ways. 󠀠 G10｜Taipei Zoo Students returned to the zoo with questions in mind, observing animal behaviour and habitat design to better understand ecosystems and energy flow. 󠀠 G11｜OAEP Training Through climbing and team challenges, students learned to support one another, communicate, and pu

In the days leading up to International Women’s Day, TCS Middle School students explored gender topics through different learning experiences—connecting daily life, society, and history. 󠀠 In G7, what seemed like a simple board game became a discussion about shared household responsibilities. With the teacher’s guidance, the game gradually shifted from individual competition to teamwork, and students discovered that the game became much more enjoyable when they worked togeth

2026 Maple Red Empowerment | Exploring Women’s Voices at TCS In celebration of International Women’s Day, TCS High School hosted the “Maple Power” activity—an experience designed to be different from a traditional lecture. 󠀠Instead of sitting and listening, students were invited to move, explore, and reflect. 󠀠 Five classrooms became themed stations featuring 11 inspiring women from different eras and fields. Students moved between rooms, watched short clips, answered quest

Women’s voices and contributions continue to shape our world—through history and in everyday life. On this special day, TCS celebrates and honours women everywhere. 󠀠 On March 6, both the Middle School and High School organized a series of learning activities that invited students to explore women’s stories and reflect on gender equality and respect. 󠀠 In Middle School: G7 students explored gender equality and household responsibilities through a board game experience. G8 s

This TCS Winter Science Camp was designed specifically for students in Grades 5–7, with the program built around two core areas: science experiments and coding. Throughout the camp, each day was thoughtfully balanced between hands-on exploration and moments of relaxation, creating a rhythm that supported both learning and well-being. 󠀠 The morning science sessions and afternoon coding classes were led by a professional team of international teachers, with instruction conduct

From the course outline, this winter camp looked like an intensive training in public speaking and debate— the kind that might make students a little nervous at first. Clear schedules. Clear goals. Mornings focused on structured thinking and writing, while afternoons shifted into group discussions and debate. But once the class began, the atmosphere felt very different. 󠀠 With thoughtful guidance from the teaching team, complex ideas were broken down into challenges students

Before departure, many students carried few expectations, simply following the preparation step by step until the journey began. 󠀠󠀠 Accompanying the group, Nick observed subtle but meaningful changes along the way. He noted that the most visible growth came from students’ emotional resilience when facing challenges. For many, this was also their first experience travelling without washroom facilities— not only a physical discomfort, but a quiet mental adjustment. Remarkably

As the semester drew to a close and Lunar New Year approached, last Friday at TCS was not just about preparing for the holiday. 󠀠 Through interdisciplinary, hands-on experiential activities and mixed-age collaboration, students engaged with Lunar New Year traditions while building meaningful learning experiences. 󠀠 For this activity, students from different grade levels were regrouped into four mixed-age teams and rotated through four themed stations. 󠀠 Station 1｜Pipe Clea

At first, students were simply excited to get on the bus. Soon, they realized this field trip was something different. 󠀠 From exploring plants and insects during the ecological tour to high-energy physical challenges—and the much-anticipated pellet gun battle— the day was filled with surprises. 󠀠 Lunchtime brought another highlight. Lucas and Morgen’s cooking skills truly stood out, leaving everyone genuinely impressed. 󠀠 With humour and energy, the coaching team guided st

󠀠 Before the actual departure, there was hesitation. And in the moment the choice was made, the journey had already begun. 󠀠 At around 8:30 a.m., everyone gathered at TCS— checking gear, repacking, bringing classroom preparation into real focus. 󠀠 This OAEP expedition was led by a professional outdoor education team headed by Assistant Professor Hsiao Ju-Hsuan, with Founder Andy joining the journey and walking alongside the students. 󠀠 The convoy then set off. Some slept.

During the first half of the semester, Grade 10 students explored industries and careers they were interested in. 󠀠 At midterm, they shared their ideas with peers and teachers at the Career Life Fair, taking their first step in expressing the future they imagined. 󠀠 By the end of the semester, learning moved one step further through a mock interview experience. Students were invited to consider what it would really take to pursue a role connected to their career goals—how t

Can you imagine this? By setting aside just NTD 66 a day, students can begin building their own Golden Goose Plan—and start thinking about their future 󠀠 In our G7 Board Game Finance Literacy Workshop, TCS was delighted to welcome well-known family finance educator Julian Li (Yanqing Li). Through thoughtfully designed board games, students learned how to make choices, plan ahead, and understand the relationship between money and real life. 󠀠 Throughout the day, students wor

On January 9, the final week before departure began. And this OAEP journey had already become a challenge—long before the mountain. 󠀠󠀠 In the classroom, it’s not just about gear and routes, but the quiet inner struggle: “Am I really able to get through this?” 󠀠󠀠 For first-time G10 students, teachers begin with mindset— helping them voice their fears, unpack the unknown, and gradually understand the environment, weather, and risks ahead. 󠀠󠀠 For experienced G11 students,

In last Friday’s Life Design Lab, specially designed for our Grade 9 students, learning began with self-understanding—planting the first seed for the future. 󠀠 The session opened with a simple yet powerful metaphor: the future we imagine is often filled with uncertainty and confusion, but the future we actually live is built step by step, starting from the present. 󠀠 Through group activities and dream board creation, students explored what they enjoy, what they value, the k

This AI Statistical Thinking course was led by Yi-Yuan Lee, PhD, and had been taught to G9 students the week before. 󠀠At first glance, it might sound like a course that is highly technical and academically distant. But once you step into the classroom, the experience feels entirely different. 󠀠 While the core topic remained the same, the lesson was thoughtfully adapted to suit students’ learning styles. 󠀠 Compared to the more steady G9 group, the G8 class featured shorter

This visit to the Taoyuan Public Library became a journey of slow discovery. Students moved through the space—from the Green Spiral and reading areas to themed shelves and quiet corners. 󠀠 One highlight was the exhibition Rediscovering Taiwan: Chen Cheng-po’s 130th Birthday Anniversary Exhibition, where students paused to observe colour, composition, and the stories rooted in land and history. 󠀠 The open atrium, known as the “Tree of Life,” left a strong impression. In a sp

This G9 AI Statistical Thinking session looked very different from a traditional math or statistics class. Instead of long formula-based instruction or fixed answers, learning took place through a series of logic-based games that emphasized thinking, strategy, and choice. 󠀠 Each activity required teamwork, discussion, and real-time decision-making. Students worked with limited information and time, evaluating risk, adjusting strategies, and explaining the reasoning behind th

In this scarf-making experience, students didn’t begin with weaving. G7 students started with wood and copper nails—building their own weaving peg boards first, then using what they made to turn yarn into finished pieces. 󠀠 Sawing, sanding, measuring, hammering— each focused expression marked a step in a journey from nothing to something. With his signature humour, Mr. Lucio guided the class carefully, showing students how to space the nails, hold the hammer safely, and cont