{"id":39241,"date":"2023-11-03T09:36:33","date_gmt":"2023-11-03T00:36:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/portal.hokuryu.info\/?p=39241"},"modified":"2023-11-04T10:20:12","modified_gmt":"2023-11-04T01:20:12","slug":"%e5%8c%97%e7%ab%9c%e4%b8%ad%e5%ad%a6%e6%a0%a1-%e7%9f%ad%e6%9c%9f%e8%aa%9e%e5%ad%a6%e7%95%99%e5%ad%a6-%e5%a0%b1%e5%91%8a%e7%99%ba%e8%a1%a8%e4%bc%9a%ef%bc%88%e3%82%aa%e3%83%bc%e3%82%b9%e3%83%88%e3%83%a9","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/portal.hokuryu.info\/en\/39241\/","title":{"rendered":"Hokuryu Junior High School Short-Term Language Study Abroad Report Presentation (Australia, 16 days) Sakura Kosuge and Koshin Fukase Study Abroad"},"content":{"rendered":"

Thursday, November 2, 2023<\/p>\n

The Hokuryu Junior High School Short-Term Language Study Abroad Report Presentation was held on Tuesday, October 31st from 1:30pm to 3:00pm in the Hokuryu Town Community Center Large Hall (2nd floor).<\/p>\n

The event was held in a friendly atmosphere in the hall, with all students from Kitaryu Junior High School (approximately 38 people), fifth and sixth graders from Shinryu Elementary School (approximately 16 people), as well as parents and local residents, all looking on as teachers and staff looked on.<\/p>\n

Hokuryu Junior High School Short-Term Language Study Abroad Report Presentation<\/h2>\n

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\"Hokuryu<\/a>
Hokuryu Junior High School Short-Term Language Study Abroad Report Presentation<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Hokuryu Town Short-Term Language Study Abroad Subsidy Program for Junior High School Students<\/h3>\n

The Hokuryu Town Junior High School Short-Term Language Study Abroad Grant Program is implemented based on instructions from the town's Board of Education. Its objective is to provide junior high school students living in Hokuryu Town with the opportunity to study abroad, thereby helping them to understand different cultures, broaden their horizons, and improve their ability to adapt to the international community.<\/p>\n

Eligible applicants are those who have obtained the English Proficiency Test Level 3 or a TOEIC score of 400 or above by the end of their second year of junior high school.<\/p>\n

Regarding expenses, the town will cover transportation costs, accommodation fees, local education fees, travel insurance fees, etc. Personal expenses are the responsibility of the participants.<\/p>\n

\n\ud83d\udcd9 Hokuryu Town Junior High School Short-Term Language Study Abroad Subsidy Program Implementation Guidelines (Board of Education Instruction No. 4)<\/a>\n<\/div>\n

Sakura Kosuge and Koshin Fukase study abroad<\/h3>\n

In August of this year, two third-year junior high school students, Sakura Kosuge and Koshin Fukase, participated in the program and studied abroad for 16 days, staying with host families in Australia.<\/p>\n

General MC: English teacher Masashi Kaneuchi<\/h3>\n

The main MC was English teacher Masashi Kaneuchi, who conducted the event in fluent English.<\/p>\n

\"English<\/a>
English teacher: Masashi Kaneuchi<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Greetings from the Principal: Principal Uesugi Akihiro<\/h3>\n
\"Akihiro<\/a>
Akihiro Uesugi, Principal of Hokuryu Junior High School<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

"Today, we will have third-year students Sakura Kosuge and Koshin Fukase, who participated in a short-term language study abroad program, talk about their experiences and what they learned during that time.<\/p>\n

I think some of you have been looking forward to this day, as you returned shortly after the start of the second term. Today, we are also joined by 5th and 6th grade elementary school students.<\/p>\n

As the moderator explained earlier, if you pass the English Proficiency Test Level 3, you can study abroad for 16 days. I think it would be a good idea to focus on studying English with that as your goal.<\/p>\n

"Well, today, we have all been able to welcome our distinguished guests, as well as parents and local residents, despite their busy schedules. We hope you will all come and see and hear about the results of the children's learning. Thank you for your time today."<\/p>\n

Yuto Tsuji, participant of the elementary school English speech contest<\/h3>\n

My name is Eiji Kikuchi and I teach English at an elementary school.
\nToday is a report session on short-term language study abroad for junior high school students, but since it is an opportunity for elementary and junior high school students to gather, I would like to introduce just one English activity at an elementary school.<\/p>\n

\"Shinryu<\/a>
Shinryu Elementary School English Teacher: Eiji Kikuchi<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

"Starting this year, elementary school students will be giving speeches in English and taking part in speech competitions. I think this will be quite a challenge. This time, 500 people from all over the country took part, and the competition was judged by video judging.<\/p>\n

Masato Tsuji, a sixth grader from our school, volunteered to participate. He practiced hard and took videos.<\/p>\n

The theme was "My Dream." Although they did not make it to the final round, they were awarded the "Effort Award" by the principal and were recognized.<\/p>\n

I would like to take this opportunity to have everyone listen to Tsuji-kun. Before that, I would like to ask Tsuji-kun to share his thoughts."<\/p>\n

Masato Tsuji, Shinryu Elementary School<\/h3>\n
\"Tsuji<\/a>
Tsuji Yuto expresses his thoughts<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

"Hello everyone! I'm Yuto Tsuji, a sixth grader. The reason I wanted to participate in this speech contest is because I want to be able to speak English well.<\/p>\n

Practicing the speech was difficult, especially my English pronunciation. I received advice from my English teacher and the principal, and I managed to complete it.<\/p>\n

What I felt at that time was that even if something was difficult and tough, I felt very happy when I worked hard and managed to complete it. If you have an opportunity like this, I would encourage you to participate.<\/p>\n

My dream is to become a YouTuber and introduce the things I'm interested in and the wonderful things about Hokuryu Town to as many people as possible. I put that feeling into my speech in English.<\/p>\n

I am very happy to have this opportunity for you all to hear me. Now, please listen to my speech."<\/p>\n

\"English<\/a>
English Contest Video Viewing<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Australian Quiz by Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) Mr. Sell<\/h3>\n
\"Mr.<\/a>
Mr. Sell's Australia Quiz<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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  1. How many times larger is Australia than Japan?: 21 times<\/li>\n
  2. Australia's population: Approximately 26 million<\/li>\n
  3. What are the five stars on the right side of the flag?: Southern Cross<\/li>\n
  4. Cars in Australia: Keep to the left<\/li>\n
  5. What is the capital of Australia?: Canberra<\/li>\n
  6. Who are Australia's indigenous people?: Aborigines<\/li>\n
  7. In the northeastern part of the continent is the Great Barrier Reef, the largest in the world.<\/li>\n
  8. What does "AUSSIE" mean?: Australian<\/li>\n
  9. What is Australian English called?<\/li>\n
  10. What do they call the "first floor" in Australia?: GROUND FLOOR<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
    \"Students<\/a>
    Students answering the quiz!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

    Which one do you like?<\/h4>\n

    Mr. Sell asked the students what they liked, and they answered enthusiastically in English.
    \n"Uluru" "Bungee Jumping" "Parasailing" "Surfing" "Great Barrier Reef" "Opera House"<\/p>\n

    \"Which<\/a>
    Which one do you like?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

    Report presentation: Sakura Kosuge and Koshin Fukase<\/h2>\n
    \"Sakura<\/a>
    Sakura Kosuge and Koshin Fukase<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

    I went on a short-term study abroad program in Australia from August 9th to 24th. I will be explaining the program using PowerPoint.<\/p>\n

    \"Short-term<\/a>
    Short-term study abroad in Australia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

    Pre-learning<\/h3>\n