1 . Schools need to give students all the tools they need when they graduate. Besides teaching the basics of reading, writing, and arithmetic, teaching about mindfulness, and mental health are important life skills for young people to have. The state of Florida agrees.
Now, public schools in Florida have been required to teach five or more hours about mental health for students in grades 6-12. This new idea was welcomed by the Florida Board of Education in July and is being carried out as a potential lifesaver.
The new curriculum requires-students to learn about the symptoms (症状) of mental illness and where to find help if they are feeling sad or have other problems and even teaches the teenagers how to help their friends and classmates if they see them struggling.
“We know that 50 percent of all mental illness cases begin by age 14, so we are being active in our commitment to provide our kids with the necessary tools to see them through their successes and challenges. Providing mental health instruction is another important step forward in supporting our families,” Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran said.
Florida is the third state, following New York and Virginia in 2020, to pass laws that require mental health education in schools. According. to CNN, the New York law updated the health curriculum to include mental health for elementary, middle and high school students. The Virginia law required that mental health education be provided for 9th and 10th graders.
These three states in the US are taking bold steps to help youth deal with the intricacy of life as they grow from teenagers into adults. It is a confusing world they face and giving them the tools they need is essential. Mental health is something that should be taught in schools in all the US and across the globe.
1. What can the new curriculum-bring students?| A．Basic professional skills. | B．The ability to use language. |
| C．Emotional handling skills. | D．Skills that cure physical diseases. |
| A．The steps of mental health instruction. | B．The consequences of mental illness cases. |
| C．The importance of mental health education. | D．The content of the mental health curriculum. |
| A．Complexity. | B．Process. | C．Trick. | D．Balance. |
| A．A technology report. | B．An educational website. |
| C．A government document. | D．A natural science magazine. |
2 . Khalifa State School
Years 1, 2 and 3 Swimming
Dear Parents,
From October 19th to November 24th, students in Years 1, 2 and 3 will be participating in a “Learn to Swim” program as part of their learning in Health and Physical Education. Students will be grouped according to their ability. All students are connected to attend all lessons unless they are injured or ill. Students will undertake six lessons.
Activity details:
October 19th, 26th, November 2ⁿᵈ, 9th, 16th, 23rd
Class | Departure Time | Lesson Time | Return Time |
1C | 11:15am | 11:30am-12:00pm | 12:15pm |
1K | 11:45am | 12:00pm-12:30pm | 12:45pm |
October 20th, 27th, November 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th
Class | Departure Time | Lesson Time | Return Time |
2D | 11:30am | 11:45am-12:15pm | 12:30pm |
2V | 12:00pm | 12:15pm-12:45pm | 1:00pm |
3K | 9:00am | 9:15am-9:45am | 10:00am |
3O | 10:30am | 10:45am-11:15am | 11:30am |
Destination:
●Venue: Khalifa Public Pool
●Transport: School buses
Risk management strategies:
●A registered teacher will attend all lessons.
●Students will be in small groups with professional swimming instructors from Khalifa Public Pool.
●Swimming instructors have First And qualifications.
●There are staff who have Life Guard qualifications.
●Classroom teachers will give any required student medication.
Activity costs: $66 each
◎If swimming costs present a problem for any family, please contact the Business Manager on 37255710 to discuss alternative arrangements.
◎If you wish your child to participate in the activity, please complete this consent (同意) form and return it to Khalifa State School by October 12th.
◎For further information, please contact Khalifa State School on 37255777 or email info@Khalifass.eq.edu.au.
1. When can the students attend the 1K class?| A．11:30am-12:00pm, November 10th. | B．12:00pm-12:30pm, November 2nd. |
| C．12:15pm-12:45pm, November 9th. | D．9:15am-9:45am, November 3rd. |
| A．A student who lives far away from the public pool. |
| B．A student who has difficulty paying for the cost. |
| C．A student who has his left leg broken. |
| D．A student who is good at swimming. |
| A．attend all the six lessons. |
| B．return the consent form to school |
| C．send an email to info@Khalifass.eq.edu.au |
| D．discuss alternative arrangements with the instructor |
1. 课程内容；
2. 你的感受。
注意：
1. 词数80左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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4 . SUNSHINE SCHOOL TENNIS LESSONS
Term 4— Grade 1-6
All the tennis lessons will start from October 10th.
The cost is $ 136. 00 for 8 lessons. Classes missed because of rain will be made up. All the cost must be paid at the first lesson.
★TENNIS MEETING
A meeting will be held at lunchtime, Tuesday, October 9th, the day before the course begins, on the school tennis courts to let you know the lesson time. Please ask your child to be there.
★FREE TENNIS RACQUET
All new students will receive a free tennis racquet when joining for the first time.
★NOTICE
The cost can be paid in cash or by card.
Let us know the time your child cannot take the lessons. And it's impossible for us to give lessons at your requested time.
1. From the tennis meeting, we can know ________.
| A．the time to take the lesson | B．the number of students to take the lesson |
| C．where to take the lesson | D．how to play tennis |
| A．Students having paid the cost | B．Students paying the cost in cash |
| C．Students joining for the first time | D．Students having taken the lessons before |
| A．parents | B．teachers | C．students | D．coaches |
5 . Four Art Study Abroad Programs in 2024
Whether you love art history, dance, photography, writing, or beyond, here are the top art programs to attend in 2024.
The 6-week Gap Year Course in Italy | Art History AbroadProgram length: 6 weeks in summer
Price: $10,000
If you’re interested in studying artists, criticism, and painting techniques during periods like the Renaissance and styles like baroque, Romanesque, and modern art, then this program is for you. It prides itself on not simply teaching art but also culture and an appreciation of beauty.
Creative Internships (实习) in Australia with ABI | ArtBound InitiativeProgram length: 1 month
Price: $3,250
If you’ve ever had an interest in pursuing a career in the creative industry, consider an internship opportunity with ArtBound Initiative. Interns can work in exciting overseas locations while getting one-on-one career coaching from professionals.
The Irish Arts and Culture Program | Irish Gap YearProgram length: 1 semester
Price: $17,000
Explore your own areas of interest as you work side by side with local Irish artists, photographers, writers, and musicians, learning about Ireland’s rich cultural and artistic heritage. Your hands-on experience goes hand in hand with day trips to galleries, museums, and castles, and at the end, you’ll have the opportunity to exhibit your works at the Le Cheile Art Expo.
Creative Semester in France | Berridge ProgramsProgram length: 1 semester
Price: $16,500
Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced performer or artist, your interests and talents will be nurtured by industry professionals. During your time here, you will work on improving your skills which will end with a feature film or creative performance.
1. Where should you go to obtain career guidance according to the text?| A．France. | B．Australia. | C．Italy. | D．Ireland. |
| A．The 6-week Gap Year Course in Italy. |
| B．Creative Internships in Australia with ABI. |
| C．The Irish Arts and Culture Program. |
| D．Creative Semester in France. |
| A．$3,250. | B．$10,000. | C．$16,500. | D．$17,000. |
| A．Happy. | B．Curious. | C．Upset. |
| A．Happy | B．Curious. | C．Upset. |
8 . Should martial arts be part of the school curriculum (课程)? In the United States and most of Europe, self-defense is not taught at schools. Yes, schools have after-school clubs with trainers from both inside and outside the school using the gyms and classroom to teach a big range of martial arts, but schools very rarely have it on their curriculum, let alone as a main subject.
But after new research that shows that obesity (肥胖) levels are still rising in the first world at a surprising rate, some are suggesting that martial arts may help fight obesity, and also help children become better adapted to the wider world in terms of self-defense and discipline (自律).
Martial arts provide not just a physical work out, but also a chance to develop self-defense skills while training both the body and mind to be disciplined and mindful. Studies have shown that there is a significant connection between practicing martial arts and self-esteem (自尊). Through the arts, students can develop discipline, and cultivate respect for different cultures-something even more important than ever before in our increasingly divided societies. Martial arts also strengthen muscles,improves flexibility and balance. Everyone knows that with better physical health, come better, happier lives.
However, some have been keen to point out that yes, martial arts in every school would be great, but finding those who are trained and qualified (合格的) to teach martial arts could probably prove to be challenge. They believe it is a chicken and egg situation, where without compulsory (强制的) curriculum of martial arts, those who are good at it may never find themselves in a dojo (武术馆) to find out. But to bring it to everyone you need experienced trainers who can teach the martial arts without fear of mishap (不幸事故) or physical damage.
1. What’s the topic of this text?| A．What martial arts are. |
| B．Whether martial arts should be on school curriculum. |
| C．Who should teach martial arts as a main subject at school. |
| D．How martial arts work for schools. |
| A．Self-defense is not taught at schools. |
| B．Obesity levels are still rising fast in the world. |
| C．It provides physical and mental benefits. |
| D．It can help prevent physical damage. |
| A．Building a dojo and finding the trainers.. |
| B．Teaching martial arts and the physical damage. |
| C．Lack of trainers and the fear of mishap. |
| D．Lack of trainers and no compulsory curriculum of martial arts. |
| A．Unclear. | B．Uninterested. | C．Disliking. | D．Negative. |
1. 你得到的益处：
2. 你对该课程的建议。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
How I benefit from English writing lessons
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1. 3+1+2＋2简介；
2. 你的选择；
3. 你的理由。
注意：1．词数80左右；
2．可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Mike,
I am writing to tell you about our 3+1+2, which you referred to.
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If you want to know more, don’t hesitate to ask me.
Yours,
Li Hua
