Youth Wildflower Art Contest
Have wildflowers ever inspired the inner artist in you? Shenandoah National Park’s annual Youth Wild flower Art Contest is coming again! This year’s artists can share their creativity by uploading their entries (参赛作品) online.
Who
The contest is open to all K-12 students (including home-schooled students) in the following counties (县):
Albemarle, Augusta, Greene, Madison, Page, Rappahannock, Rockingham, Shenandoah and Warren.
What
Each student may submit one piece of artwork. For the subjects of their artworks, artists must use wild flowers that are native to the Blue Ridge Mountains of Shenandoah National Park. To help you choose, we’ve put together a list of native wildflower species.
Submissions must be on flat media, and may include watercolor, pencil, fabric (织物), etc. Photographs, computer-generated, or computer-enhanced artworks will not be accepted. Works will be judged on the basis of original designs and artistic compositions.
If you’d like some art tips before getting started, be sure to check out our virtual wildflower water color workshops with artist Betty Gatewood.
When
We will kick off National Park Week with accepting submissions! You can submit your artwork from April16 through May 4. The winners will be notified after the judging process has been completed.
How
You can get started any time with your work! Participants will upload an image or scan of their art works online through Call for Entry website.
In order to upload your artwork, you must first sign up for a free Call for Entry account. After creating an account, you can upload your artwork. Detailed instructions for uploading artwork may be found on the website. Last, follow the instructions for applying to the contest and you’re all done.
Questions
Email shen_education@nps.gov for more information and questions!
1. Which of the following works is a disqualified entry?A.A photo of flowers. |
B.A piece of fabric. |
C.A pencil painting. |
D.A watercolor work. |
A.On April 15. | B.On April 20. | C.On May 12. | D.On May 16. |
A.Email shen_education@nps.gov. |
B.Donate money to a virtual workshop. |
C.Create a free Call for Entry account. |
D.Ask for Betty Gatewood’s permission. |
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Cotswolds
The Cotswolds are a range of hills measuring about 2,000 square kilometers, designated as an area of outstanding beauty and shared by countries of Somerset, Wiltshire, Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire, Warwickshire and Worcestershire. Sometimes known as “The Heart of England”, the hills are small but perfectly formed and dotted with pleasant towns and well-preserved old villages inhabited mainly by well-preserved old English folk.
Bath
Bath is a historic Roman and Georgian spa city. It is a World Heritage(遗产) site, situated in 100 miles west of London and 15 miles southeast of the nearest big city, Bristol. A unique city, Bath is famous for its hot springs, Roman period baths, medieval heritage and stately Georgain architecture. The famous English writer Jane Austen spent some time there, and her novel is a satire of the social life of the city at the time. Many of the sites she mentioned are still able to be visited in the city today.
Much Wenlock
The Shropshire town of Much Wenlock is a characteristically English town, off the beaten track, but well worth a visit. Not only is Much Wenlock a stunning beautiful medieval town, but it also played a part in the birth of the modern Olympic Games. Much Wenlock is the birthplace of William Penny Brookes, the inspiration for the modern Olympic Movement and founder of the Wenlock Olympian society. In recognition of its sporting heritage, the 2012 London Olympic Games named one of their mascots Wenlock.
Castle Combe
Nestled in a wooded Cotswold valley, with the ambling Bybrook River flowing through its heart, Castle Combe is a truly delightful example of the traditional English village. Architecturally, little has changed since the 15th century. There are no street lights or TV aerials and you enjoy the peaceful atmosphere, and you will understand why it has won the “Prettiest Village in England” award so many times. Castle Combe is also a favored location for Hollywood film and television companies.
1. In which place can we have a hot bath?A.Castle Combe. | B.Costwolds. | C.Bath. | D.Much Wenlock. |
A.charming and ancient | B.ancient and crowded |
C.large and lonely | D.green and modern |
A.To call on people to protect old places. | B.To introduce some places worth a visit. |
C.To make the four places world-known. | D.To promote tourism in the four places. |
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1. What is special about Bamboo Weighted Blanket?A.It can get rid of moisture. | B.Part of the profit will go to charity. |
C.It can improve people's sleep greatly. | D.Homeless people can get one for free. |
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【推荐3】Malta is fast becoming one of Europe’s destination hotspots with beautiful beaches, cultural ruins, cute towns, and inspiring views. And now its music festival scene is fast growing too. Here’s our pick of Malta’s best music festivals in 2022.
Lost & Found Festival
Festival lineup (阵容): Annie Mac, Gorgon City, CamelPhat
Kickstarting summer on the Mediterranean island c achy car is Lost & Found Festival. The festival shows a super lineup across clubs, boats, beaches and street parties, creating a sun-bathed dance paradise that’s become one of the continent’s most popular festival getaways.
When & where: 1-4 June; St. Paul’s Bay
Earth Garden
Festival lineup: Dana Ruh, Owen Jay, Brian James
Kick off your summer fun at Earth Garden with a music lineup that covers drum, rap and electronic music. Beyond the musical wonders you’ll also find an expansive programme of workshops, wellbeing and art covering the themes of cultural diversity, community and inspiration inside the beautiful Ta’ Qali National Park.
When & where: 10-16 August; Ta’ Qali National Park
Malta International Jazz Festival
Festival lineup: Di Meola, Mark Giuliana, Al di Meola
Running since 1990, Malta International Jazz Festival is now a key date in the island’s music calendar. The festival is held at the beautiful Ta’ Liesse on the waterfront in Valletta, meaning it’s unlikely you’ll have heard jazz in a more scenic location. A far cry from smoky bars.
When & where: 11-16 July; Valetta
Malta Music Week
Festival lineup: Flo Rida, Nelly Furtado, Rita Ora, Jessie J
For six days in the summer, Malta becomes a haven of events celebrating international talents within the dance music scene. A series of cub nights, street parties, and beach clubs have seen major names like Calvin Harri, Eric Prydz and Pete Tong.
When & where: 5-10 July; Various Locations
1. Which festival will attract those interested in cultural diversity?A.Lost & Found Festival. | B.Earth Garden. |
C.Malta International Jazz Festival. | D.Malta Music Week. |
A.They last 6 days. | B.They involve street parties. |
C.They take place in St. Paul’ Bay. | D.They offer a smoke-free atmosphere. |
A.A news report. | B.A travel guide. | C.A music brochure. | D.An album advertisement. |
【推荐1】I used to be bad at playing basketball. Gym class in middle school was the worst. I was always the last kid to be picked. The only reason why I was even picked at all was that I was good friends with the best player in the class.
In the eighth grade, I finally decided I was sick and tired of being a nonentity. I dedicated (奉献) that entire summer to getting better. I spent every day playing basketball, practising for hours in the gym. I remember playing pick-up games with one group of kids until they all eventually got tired and left. Then a whole different group of kids would come in and I’d play with them too.
After months of this devoted routine, something amazing started to happen. People began passing me the ball. They trusted me to take the shot. They even started picking me first to be on their team! The last game of organized basketball I ever played was the culmination (高潮) of all my hard work. Against a team far more talented than mine. I scored 27 points. We still lost, but I walked away from that game feeling like a total champion.
What I learned from those years of rejection and waiting to be picked was that life really isn’t any different. Most of us spend our lives waiting for opportunities to land in our laps. What’s worse, sometimes we feel entitled (使有权) to them. And when things don’t go our way — when no one picks us — we find something or someone to blame.
I could have complained when no one wanted me on their team. I could have convinced myself that I deserved to be picked. But I didn’t. Instead I took matters into my own hands and put in the work to become better.
Should we have our fate controlled by a few people who in most cases don’t even know us? I certainly don’t think so. We have a choice. We can choose to create something meaningful, and so move forward with our ideas.
1. What can we know about the author in the first paragraph?A.He was always to be picked. |
B.He was picked because of his good friend. |
C.He was once crazy about playing basketball. |
D.He used to be really good at playing basketball. |
A.short person. | B.A superior player. |
C.An important player. | D.An insignificant person. |
A.People still refused to play with him. |
B.Now he is good at playing basketball. |
C.He gained people’s trust through his effort. |
D.His team was defeated by a more talented one. |
【推荐2】As part of global Happy Chinese New Year celebrations, photographers are encouraged to show how other countries mark the event in the Just Share It - Happy Chinese New Year Photo Contest 2022.
Awards and Prizes
●First prize: 10 photos (single or group), each 5,000 RMB
●Second prize: 30 photos (single or group), each 3,000 RMB
●Third prize: 60 photos (single or group), each 1,000 RMB
What
1. The images should show the programs and activities of Happy Chinese New Year (a worldwide celebration hosted by the Ministry of Culture of the PRC) all over the world or capture scenes of people enjoying the Spring Festival overseas.
2. Photographs must be of an event outside the Chinese mainland, and the photographer can be of any nationality.
3. All the images must be real, not doctored or photoshopped. The tone (色调) and color could be slightly adjusted, and the color can be changed into black and white.
4. Photographs must be in digital format. And resolution (分辨率) of the photo should be 300 dpi. TIF file should be no smaller than 50MB, the highest compressed format of JPG file no less than 7MB, and the maximum should be no less than 3,000 pixels (像素).
5. Entries can be single photos or a series — a group counts as a single photo. Each group should only have four to eight photos.
6. The headline and caption (in Chinese or English) must be complete and accurate. The authors should provide sufficient details, including the process and location of the shoot, and provide the photographer’s nationality, address and phone number.
Please fill in the blanks below and include the form with your entry via e-mail.
1. How much will all the prizes cost?A.50, 000 RMB | B.90,000 RMB |
C.60,000 RMB | D.200,000 RMB |
A.A small Chinese village is quiet in mountains. |
B.Some boys are dancing at Spring Festival in New York. |
C.Some adults are eating dumplings together. |
D.Some people are going boating in Xihu Lake, Zhejiang Province. |
A.The picture cannot be photoshopped. |
B.The picture must be in digital format. |
C.The photographers must be overseas Chinese. |
D.Information of the photo must be complete and correct. |
【推荐3】Enter Our Short Story Competition 2024
Welcome to our Short Story Competition 2024 to show the world your storytelling talents! Note that there are some changes to last year’s competition rules. If you have any questions or concerns, ask us before submitting your story.
RulesPlease ensure that your submissions are completely new and not previously published. Your story must have uplifting elements and be limited between 250 and 300 words in length.
Please include your name, preferred email address or postal address for possible awards in the body of the email with the story attached. Don’t put your personal information anywhere in your story.
PrizesThere are three categories—one for adults and two categories for schools: one for children aged 12-18 and one for children under 12.
In the adults category, the winner will receive £1, 000 and the runner-up will receive £250.
In the children aged 12-18 category, the winner will receive a £200 book voucher (代金券) or a branded tablet and a £100 book voucher, and the runner-up will receive a £100 book voucher.
In the children under 12 category, the winner will receive a £100 of book voucher or a branded tablet and a £100 book voucher, and the runner-up will receive a £50 book voucher.
Other ItemsPlease submit your stories by June 31, 2024 either online or by posting offline.
The judge team consisting of our editors and some professional writers will pick a shortlist (入围名单) of entries, and the three best stories in each category will be posted online at on our website on August 1, 2024.
You can vote for your favourite, and the one with the most votes will win the top prize. Voting will close on November 30, 2024 and the winning entries will be published on December 31, 2024.
1. What is a qualifying story according to the rules?A.A story which is original. | B.A story of over 300 words. |
C.A story that has won some awards. | D.A story with personal information. |
A.As much as £250. | B.A branded tablet. |
C.A £200 book voucher. | D.A £100 book voucher. |
A.Editors. | B.Voters. | C.The judge team. | D.Professional writers. |
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In Australia, you’ll find an incredible variety of jaw-dropping natural wonders.
The Three Sisters
Where: Two-hour drive from Sydney
Located in the Blue Mountains, the Three Sisters is a strikingly unusual rock formation that represents three sisters who were turned to stone according to Aboriginal legend. The tallest of the sisters stands at over 920m above sea level.
The Grampians
Where: Three-hour drive from Melbourne
The Grampians National Park is known for its amazing views, sandstone mountains, wild flowers, wildlife and the must-see Mackenzie Falls. Take the 2.5-hour return hike that ends in an incredible view of tree-covered mountains, blue lakes and wide valleys.
The Great Ocean Road
Where: Two-hour drive from Melbourne
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Lake Hillier
Where: Eight-hour drive from Perth
Almost too beautiful to believe, Lake Hillier is known for its bright pink colour. Located on Middle Island near Esperance, Lake Hillier is not the only pink lake in Australia, but it’s often considered the most vibrant (鲜艳的). Its pink colour is less noticeable when viewed from the surface, but it is very easily seen from above. In fact, unlike other pink lakes around the world, its water is still distinctively pink even when it is in a glass.
1. How long does it take to drive to the Blue Mountains from Sydney?A.Two hours. | B.Three hours. | C.Four hours. | D.Eight hours. |
A.Gibson Steps. | B.London Bridge. | C.The Grampians. | D.The Three Sisters. |
A.Sandstone. | B.Pink water. | C.A small island. | D.An old legend. |
Our International Exchange Department requires one part-time bilingual secretary for our office. He/She must be native Mandarin with excellent English competence (better with Japanese). We ask for 8 hours a week (from Monday to Saturday), and working schedule is negotiable. However, English corners are arranged on Thursdays, and therefore we need you to be on site from 3pm to 5pm. Attractive salary and good benefits package. including chances to exchange to foreign countries, are offered to junior and senior year students with excellent secretarial skills, the ability to communicate, an outgoing personality and a strong sense of responsibility.
Please hand in applications with photo, and email to uniied@gmail.com, or call 400-800-100 during office hours to get further information.
International Exchange Department
Advanced Math Teaching Assistants in Need
The Mathematics Department is looking for two Advanced Math teaching assistants. The job is mainly to help freshmen students to deal with math assignments and projects, as well as prepare them for final exams in Week 16.
We hope those applying for the position could meet the following requirements. First, it's necessary for the applicants to be skilled at math. Second, he/she should have at least 2 As in math-related courses with GPA no less than 4.0. Third, the job asks for excellence in both professional skills and patience.
For those who are interested in the position, please send your resume to unimd@gmail.com before September 15th.
Dr. Jessica Smith
Mathematics Department
Part-time Job Recruitment
Technology Support Department lacks several assistants to work at its help desk.
Contents: A customer service job—answering questions, helping people solve their computer problems, providing basic teaching to new users, elc.
Requirement: The Advanced Computer Test certificate; good interpersonal skills; enthusiasm. Work hours:
from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m.
early mornings (6 a.m-9 am.): 2 persons; mornings (9 a.m.- 12 a.m.): 1 person afternoons (12 p.m.- 6 pm): (full)
evenings (6 p.m. - 11 p.m.): (full)
late nights: (11 p.m.-2 a.m.): 2 persons; weekends: 3 persons
If you are interested, please come to Luking Library 2F (East Side) Room 213 and fill in the forms. An interview will be arranged afterwards. New position for the next semester will be released in December.
Mr. Luke Johnson
Technology Support Department
1. If you get the position as a secretary, you____.A.have to assist in English comer |
B.have a tight schedule during the week |
C.have the chance to be an exchange student in foreign universities anytime during university |
D.must be a native English speaker who can speak fluent Chinese |
A.Because the interview is challenging. |
B.Because applicants have to fill in complicated forms. |
C.Because applicants have to work irregular hours. |
D.Because you have to help other people all the time. |
A.The advertisements can be found on the school website. |
B.Call for further information of math teaching assistants before September 15th. |
C.More job vacancies in the Mathematics Department will be available in December. |
D.The International Exchange Department needs a communicative and responsible secretary. |
【推荐3】Covid-19 Information
Covid-19 Lateral Flow Device testing is available to all staff and students who are on site. Where -agreement is given, students and staff are offered twice weekly testing. These lateral flow tests are part of the Covid-19 screening programme to identify individuals who are positive for Covid-19 but asymptomatic (无症状的) to help reduce the spread within our community.
The health, safety and well-being of all our staff and young people is our absolute priority. We have put lots of measures in place to lessen the risk of spread and review these frequently in line with the latest guidance.
The school has carried out home learning methods on our well established learning platform to ensure that those students who have been sent home are able to continue their learning by using all resources available, and to support parents and pupils during this time.
Please believe that our school is devoted to the safety and well-being of all of our pupils and staff. We follow guidance from Public Health England to ensure that our school communities and those around them are best protected.
We would like to reassure parents and students that we will continue to routinely review our risk assessments and guidance.
If you have any concerns, please click the “Government Advice” link below for additional information. Government Advice
Kind regards,
West Exe School
1. What is Lateral Flow Device used for?A.Distinguishing positive but asymptomatic persons. |
B.Testing students’ learning abilities on the Internet. |
C.Identifying the spread of Covid-19 in communities. |
D.Finding those who hold positive attitudes to Covid-19. |
A.With all the resources online. | B.Through the school learning platform. |
C.With the help of parents and carvers. | D.Under the guidance of Government Advice. |
A.A school website. | B.A device instruction. |
C.A health magazine. | D.An academic article. |