This is, of course, a challenging time for all of us, but I’m very proud of how everyone has risen to the occasion. Like many of you, I am often frustrated, but I am not scared because I know my students are strong in mind, body and spirit. I am confident that each of you has the ability to rise to this occasion and meet this challenge.

I have some advice: First, use this as an opportunity to grow as a person. If you have some free time, you can use this time to learn something new. Maybe you always wanted to learn how to draw, or to sing, or maybe you want to practice your calligraphy. Put some time aside to do this. When you are at home for a long time, it’s easy to spend that time looking at WeChat or watching videos online, but if you use this time to do something more meaningful, you will feel better and your life will be more interesting. (And if you are doing something interesting, please share it with me! I love to see what my students are working on.)

Second, you’re not getting the same opportunities to talk with foreign teachers, so you need to make an extra effort to practice your English. This does not have to be boring. Of course, your English and literature classes are important, but you can also spend some time watching English-language movies or TV. Do it without Chinese subtitles! You may not understand everything you watch, but that’s ok. You may have to watch something two or three times. That’s ok too! You will find that if you spend your time improving your English in a way you find fun, your English will improve more quickly.

Finally, remember to stay healthy. Everyone knows to wash their hands. Everyone knows not to touch their faces. But you need to also remember to eat plenty of fruits and vegetables and to exercise every day. Also, get the right amount of sleep. Teenagers especially need to get a good amount of sleep every night. If you are well rested, your health will be better, and you will find that your studying will be easier.

We are all here to support you if you need us. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me on WeChat, DingTalk or Email if you need help with anything. I am your teacher and your dean, but more importantly, I am someone that cares a great deal about you.

Stay Strong,

       当然，这对于我们所有人来说都是一个充满挑战的时刻，但我对每个人如何面对这一时刻感到骄傲。和你们很多人一样，我经常感到沮丧，但我不害怕，因为我知道我的学生在思想、身体和精神上都很坚强。我相信，你们每个人都有能力面对这一时刻，迎接这一挑战。

       我有一些建议：首先，利用这个机会成长。如果你有一些空闲时间，你可以利用这段时间学习一些新的东西。也许你一直想学画画，或者学唱歌，或者练习书法。留出一些时间来做这些事。当你在家无所事事的时候，就很容易把时间浪费在聊微信或看视频上，但是如果你用这段时间做一些更有意义的事情，你就会感觉更好，生活会更有趣。还有，如果你正在做一些有趣的事情，请和我分享！我很乐意了解我的学生在做什么。

       第二，日常与外教交流的时间变少了，所以你需要额外的努力来练习你的英语，但并不意味着那就很枯燥。当然，你的英语和文学课很重要，但你也可以花一些时间看英语电影或电视剧。 不要看中文字幕！你可能会不明白看到的所有东西，没关系；你可能得看两三次，那也没关系！你会发现，如果你花时间以一种你觉得有趣的方式提高你的英语水平，那么你的英语就会提高得更快。

       最后，记得保持身体健康。疫情期间每个人都知道要勤洗手，洗手前不要摸脸。但你也需要记住多吃水果和蔬菜，记得每天锻炼。此外，保持适当的睡眠时间。青少年特别需要每天晚上睡个好觉。当你睡眠好，状态也会更好，从而发现学习会变得更容易。

       如果你需要我们，我们随时都在。如果你需要任何帮助，请不要犹豫，有问题请通过微信，钉钉或者邮件联系我。我是你们的老师兼教务长。但更重要的是，我是一个非常关心你们的人。

        加油！

翻译：2119班张珺逸

Hi guys. Missing you all so much. I never thought of missing all your antics in the classroom. I still imagine each one of you sitting in your assigned spot. It is just too bad that we can’t be in a classroom yet. This is a difficult time but we can all win this. I firmly believe that everything happens for a reason. We may not know it yet but eventually we will know the reason. Take this time as an opportunity to bond with your family. Know them more, spend quality time with them. Help your parents with household chores, clean your room, just do something. Keep yourself busy. Read a book, watch movies, find ways to learn even just one thing everyday. Nothing is permanent. This too shall pass.  As it is said, “tough times don’t last: tough people do.” Stay strong and we will all keep moving forward. I will see you all soon.

大家好！好久不见，非常想念大家。我从未像现在这样如此怀念你们在课堂上做出的滑稽的动作。我仍时不时的想起你们坐在你们的座位上。很遗憾我们还暂时不能回到班级里上课。我知道，我们现在正处于一个很艰难的时刻，但我们一定可以战胜它。我坚信，事出必有因，现在的我们虽然还没有找出病毒的起因所在，但总有一天会攻克这个难题。那么，就把这段时间当作是一个与家人增进感情的机会吧。你们可以借此增进对彼此的了解，共同度过这一段美好的时光。你可以做一些力所能及的家务，收拾房间，总而言之，帮他们分担点什么。不要让自己闲下来，你可以读一本书，看看电影，每天找点方法学会一个新的知识。没有什么东西是不可逾越的 ，一切都会过去。就像人们常说的那样“苦难终将终结，坚强之人永存。”面对疫情，只要我们坚定信念，勇敢面对，我们将永不止步，继续向前。期待不久后的相遇！

翻译：2220班胡瑞佳

Hello friends! I look forward to the day when I can see each one of your faces back in the classroom. I became a teacher not for the money, not for fame, but for the relationships I share with my students and fellow teachers. Although these times may be hard, it's best to look for silver linings. I am truly amazed everyday at our ability to teach and learn despite being miles apart. We still find ways to make learning fun. We are strong together! The night is always darkest before the dawn! I will see you all very, very soon!

       你好朋友们！我期待着终有一天，能回到教室看到大家。我当老师不是为了金钱和名利，而是与我的学生、同事们建立友谊。虽然现在这段时间可能会非常艰难，我们最好的方法是去寻找一线希望。尽管我们相隔万里，但是我为大家能克服困难，实现正常教学而感到欣慰。我们不停地在寻找使学习变得更加有趣的办法，我们在一起会更加坚强，黎明前的夜晚总是最黑暗的，我将很快见到你们！很快！