From February 2 to 4, 2026, Dazhuang Elementary School held a special "Science and Bilingual Winter Camp" with Ching Cheng High School. Despite the cold weather, the school was full of energy and smiles. High school students from Ching Cheng acted as mentors, bringing fun experiments and warm friendship to our children. These big brothers and sisters worked very hard every night to prepare perfect lessons and games. Because of their hard work, our kids had a wonderful time learning science and practicing English through singing, dancing, and playing.

We want to say a big thank you to the Principal of Ching Cheng High School for the encouraging words at the start of the camp. We are also very grateful to the teacher team for planning the event, and the student leaders for their amazing work. Finally, a special thank you to our Dazhuang staff and community parents for their great support. This camp was a beautiful way to learn and grow together in the winter!

On January 19, 2026, we had our very first singing contest! This stage is a place for students to show their talents and build confidence. Being brave is a big part of growing up. We are very proud of every student who stood on stage and sang. A big "well done" to those moving on to the next round—keep up the great work and keep singing!

We want to say thank you to our judges for their kind and helpful words. Everyone learned a lot today! We also thank the teachers and staff for planning the show and providing the microphones and speakers. Seeing our students shine on stage is the best music in our school!

On January 12, 2026, we held our 5th "Earth Oven and Safety Day." Students used their skills to build dirt ovens and cook food. Many special guests came to visit and played tug-of-war with us. It was a big party for everyone!

We learned about safety through fun games like puzzles and archery. We have a very funny saying: "Others take tests, we roast chickens!" We want to say a big thank you to all the teachers, parents, and volunteers. They helped make this day wonderful. Learning here is always a fun adventure!

On January 12, 2026, a special guest, Teacher Taylor, came to Dajuang Elementary School. With the help of My Culture Connect, Taylor tried being a "Disaster Prevention Professional" for one day. Our school has many special ways to teach about safety. We were very happy to show our foreign friend how we keep our school safe and have fun together.

Teacher Taylor played with disaster prevention puzzles and enjoyed a Bingo game. He also learned about special ground that helps water flow away. The most exciting part was the "egg earth oven" experience, where he tasted a delicious snack! At the end of the day, we gave him special oil and a cute "Deer Light" as gifts. It was a fun day for everyone at Dajuang!

For their graduation trip, the students of Class A, sixth grade, traveled to Taipei. They visited Tamsui, walking along the river and exploring Fort San Domingo, where they performed the ocarina. Next, they went to the Children's Amusement Park, enjoying various rides and winning a doll. In the evening, they had dinner and shopped in Ximending, even performing a dance. The following day, they visited the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall. Their trip concluded with a visit to Taipei 101, where they went to the 89th-floor observatory to admire the city views.

On April 8th, 2025, some of our older students went on an exciting trip! They visited Datong Junior High School in Yuanlin City to learn all about different jobs people can have when they grow up.

It was like a treasure hunt for their future! The main idea was to help them see all the cool things they could be when they're older. They got to try out different activities, which helped them figure out what they really like to do and what they're good at.

By trying new things, they learned more about themselves and started dreaming about what they want to achieve. This kind of learning is super helpful because it helps them make good choices about what to study next or what kind of job they might want someday! Isn't that neat?

On April 2nd, Dajuang Elementary celebrated Children's Day with a super fun day! Besides having lots of exciting games, our school also celebrated some very special students – our "3Q Superstars"!

What does 3Q mean? It stands for three important qualities:

• AQ (Adversity Quotient): This means how well you can bounce back when things are tough.

• EQ (Emotional Quotient): This is about how well you understand and manage your feelings.

• MQ (Moral Quotient): This is about having good manners and a kind heart.

We want to cheer on our students to grow even when things are difficult, to stay calm and happy, and to always be kind and respectful.

The students who received awards this time are amazing examples for all of us! They showed great qualities in many ways. By celebrating them, we hope to encourage everyone to be their best selves and make our school an even happier and better place to learn and play!

On February 19th, students at Dajuang Elementary had a very important lesson about staying safe. The special class taught kids how to protect themselves, both when they are using the internet and when they are out in the world.

The lesson showed that being safe online is just as important as being safe in real life. Students learned how to know what is safe and what to do if something ever feels wrong or makes them feel bad.

Teachers and helpers shared that it's super important for kids to tell a grown-up they trust right away if anything ever feels scary or unsafe. This program helps make sure every child can grow up in a place where they feel safe and happy. Remember, your safety is always very important!

Good news from Dajuang Elementary! Our amazing Eco-Drumming Band, which started way back in 2003, is making music and showing off big smiles!

What's so special about this band? They make music using everyday things that can make sounds, like metal buckets, trash cans, food waste bins, and plastic barrels! It's super creative and helps the environment too!

In recent years, our Eco-Drumming Band has been invited to play at many cool places, like for the Changhua County government, a big basketball event, the Sijhou Township Farmers' Association, and even a science company in Taoyuan!

When our students get on stage, they're not just showing off their musical talent. They're also showing their confidence, their bravery, and their big dreams! Isn't that awesome? They are truly inspiring!

Around the Winter Solstice in December, our school had a special event where students made colorful "tangyuan," which are yummy round dumplings!

This wasn't just about making tasty food! Dajuang Elementary is a special "disaster preparedness" school. That means we learn how to stay safe during emergencies. During this activity, our wonderful volunteer moms helped students make "Five Element" tangyuan using different colors:

• Guava for "Metal"

• Spinach for "Wood"

• Black rice for "Water"

• Dragon fruit for "Fire"

• White rice for "Earth"

As they kneaded the dough, students learned about these "Five Elements" and how they connect to staying safe in a disaster. The round shape of the tangyuan also showed how our community comes together. It reminded everyone that when a big problem happens, we need to help each other and work together to be ready and stay safe! It was a fun way to learn important lessons!

In January, everyone had a super fun day making food in a traditional "kiln" – like an outdoor oven made of dirt!

It was a real team effort! From getting all the food ready, to building the kiln, and then lighting the fire, everyone worked together. This special activity wasn't just about yummy food, though! Students also played games with "disaster safety challenge cards." This helped them learn how to look closely at their surroundings when they're outdoors and how to be ready if a problem ever happens.

This fun day also brought our school, parents, and kids closer together. It showed how much our community can work as a team and share warm friendships. In all the laughter and delicious smells, everyone could feel the strong "power of home" and community spirit!

In November, we had a very special visitor: a famous speaker named "Dad Cai-Jie"! He came to our school to talk about "Education that Touches Lives with Lives." Lots of parents came to listen, and they were very excited!

Dad Cai-Jie told us amazing and touching stories from his own life. He spoke in a funny and warm way, sharing how he helps his own children grow just by being a good example himself. Every parent there was really moved by his words!

He said that understanding and accepting each other is the most powerful thing in families. The talk was full of warm feelings and lots of good questions and answers. Parents told us they learned so much and started thinking about their important roles at home in new ways.

This special talk didn't just help parents learn more about raising kids. It also brought our school and families closer together, making us stronger as we work to help our children grow. It truly showed what it means to "touch lives with love and help them grow with action"!

In December, our school held a special event to help students learn about respecting and caring for our older folks. This was to support the Huashan Foundation's "Respect for Elders" message!

During this activity, students got to experience what it might be like to be older. This helped them understand why it's so important to be kind and respectful to elders. They also learned to imagine what others might feel, and to take responsibility for helping everyone in our community.

This special event helped us practice "life education," which means learning to care for all living things. It made sure that love and care flowed warmly not just inside our school, but also out into our whole community! It was a truly heartwarming experience for everyone!