In order to promote the fine tradition of respecting teachers and valuing education, express gratitude and blessings to teachers, and enhance the emotional bond between teachers and international students, on September 8, 2023, the ASEAN International School organized a celebration of the 39th Teacher's Day and a meeting for international students. Professor Mo Xiaonong, the first person in charge of ASEAN International School, representatives of international student teachers, all faculty and staff of ASEAN International School, and all international students participated in this event.

Professor Mo Xiaonong and the teaching staff of international students take a group photo with all teachers and students of ASEAN International School as a souvenir

Huang Gang, Deputy dean of ASEAN International School, expressed sincere greetings and holiday blessings to the attending teacher representatives and all the teachers who have worked hard for the education of international students. He expressed gratitude to the teachers for their care and support for the work of international students, and expressed sincere hope for the study of Chinese language, professional knowledge, Chinese culture, and multi field exchanges and cooperation with international students.

Speech by Deputy dean Huang Gang of ASEAN International School

Representatives of international students, NHUN VENG and PASCOAL DE DEUS SOARES, gave keynote speeches. Based on their own experiences, they shared their journey of serving as class leaders and learning Chinese at school, expressing gratitude to the school and teachers. Subsequently, the students reported their learning and living situation in China to the teachers, and together they sang the Chinese song "The Moon Represents My Heart" to express gratitude and blessings to the teachers. Their fluent Chinese and sincere emotions greatly pleased the teachers on site.

Speech by representatives of international students

As the first person in charge of the ASEAN International School, Professor Mo Xiaonong pays great attention to the learning and life of international students. She encourages her classmates to live up to their youth, overcome difficulties, and work hard to become friendly ambassadors between China and other countries.

Speech by Professor Mo Xiaonong

Professor Mo Xiaonong's video call with 2019 international student graduates

The theme of this event is gratitude and inheritance, and it is the first Teacher's Day activity since 2022 international students come to China. Before the event, the international students carefully prepared and practiced repeatedly from hosting, giving speeches, speaking to performing on the show. They not only expressed gratitude to the teacher, but also gave a wonderful report on their Chinese learning achievements. After the event, the students expressed their gratitude to the graduating seniors, to the school and teachers, to study hard, and to be ambassadors of friendship between China and their own country.