#107 Teaching at Taizhou Teachers College, China (Fall Semester-2008, Activities continue at TTC)

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December 18th 2008

Published: December 18th 2008

There is no more doubt, that winter has arrived in Taizhou. Students are huddling and holding each other for warmth, as they rush to their early morning classes. The students now sport their down-winter-jackets in all the most fashionable colors, but their smiles are more temporary as they pass me on their way to "where-ever". These colder months begin the time, when I miss the warm Florida w... Read Full Entry

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Hans J. Schneider

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After 38 years as a Foreign Language Teacher and Foreign Language Dept. Chair at Coral Gables Sr. H.S., and A.J. Professor of German at the University of Miami, I have left Florida in June of 2006, where my home is in Miami Beach, Florida, USA. I have just signed another year's teaching-contract (my 8th year now) with Taizhou University in the city of Taizhou, located about 3hrs north of Shanghai, in Jiangsu Province, CHINA. I thought it would be informative for others and rewarding for me personally, to log the progress of my efforts from beginning to end, as a Travel and Photo Jo... full info

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Trick or Treat at a local English Academy, Photo #8

Ms. Stef has turned a whiter shade of pale from fright.

Trick or Treat at a local English Academy, Photo #9

The children are waiting for more entertainment.

Trick or Treat at a local English Academy, Photo #10

"Kansas City Stef" explains the history of Holloween to the children.

Trick or Treat at a local English Academy, Photo #11

No Holloween is complete without the traditional pumpkin carving.

Trick or Treat at a local English Academy, Photo #12

The parents seem to do most of the carving. They will do everything for their "little emperor/empress".

Trick or Treat at a local English Academy, Photo #13

As are many Western traditions, Holloween will soon become one of the holidays, Chinese children will be looking forward to.

Trick or Treat at a local English Academy, Photo #14

I think this little girl too was splattered with the "flour-trick." She will not soon forget all the fun she had this evening.

Impressive Talent at TTC, Photo #1

On another day, I made a special visit to meet this young art student, whose paintings and drawings have impressed me so much during some of the art exhibitions.

Impressive Talent at TTC, Photo #2

And here he proudly poses with one of his works of art. He promised me, that he would also make a sketch of me. I asked him to make me look a little younger than the man in his picture.

Impressive Talent at TTC, Photo #3

Some of the other students in his class also wanted to be in the photo. I love their "hair-designs".

Another TTC teacher ties the knot. Photo #1

On another evening, the foreign teachers were invited to attend the wedding of one of our staff, who teaches Japanese at TTC.

Another TTC teacher ties the knot. Photo #2

The bride in red is all smiles, as she passes with the groom from table to table, thanking the guest for their attendance and accepting the good wishes from all.

Another TTC teacher ties the knot. Photo #3

My wonderful friend Arthur was all smiles this evening. No doubt he remembered his own special wedding day, now many years ago. Yes Arthur, time does not stand still for anyone!

Another TTC teacher ties the knot. Photo #4

Our two Korean teachers, Mr. and Mrs. Kim, share our table with Ms. Stef.

Another TTC teacher ties the knot. Photo #5

My great friend and also English teacher at TTC, Jeff, loves to pose for photos. He is a teacher, loved and respected by all of his students.

Another TTC teacher ties the knot. Photo #6

Mr. Takahashi is one of our three native Japanese teachers.

Another TTC teacher ties the knot. Photo #7

Even the youngest guest had a great time. In about 25 years, he will be the groom at his own wedding. What changes in China will he have experienced by that time??

Another TTC teacher ties the knot. Photo #8

Beli on the left and Susie on the right are Arthur's two aides, and help the foreign teachers with their needs. They are eager and capable. Beli also teaches German, while Susie is also an English teacher.

Another TTC teacher ties the knot. Photo #9

Ms. Stef can't concentrate on the wedding festivities. Whom might she be text-messaging? Could her own wedding be far off??

Another TTC teacher ties the knot. Photo #10

These are some of the Foreign Language teachers at TTC, looking no older than most of their students.

Another TTC teacher ties the knot. Photo #11

This was the table reserved for the foreign teachers of TTC.

18th December 2008

Katherine
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scenes from school
I always enjoy seeing the faces of your students - so hopeful and hard-working. I sent an email recently- hope you received it(regarding a Christmas gift I want to make for you). I know you are so busy but these scenes of Taizhou are always so enjoyable! A Taoist temple in the heart of Taizhou - who knew?

18th December 2008

Zoe
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Happy Every Single Day!
Happy Every Single Day!

18th December 2008

Sandra Cordoba
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Lieber Hans, Ich vermisse dich! Deine, Sandra

18th December 2008

Pennie Pinson Buckelew
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Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! So glad you are enjoying your life in China - the pictures are wonderful. Pennie

19th December 2008

Bobo
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Hello! Hans!
I haven't seen our photos in U blog! Why? But It's very nice!

20th December 2008

Sue
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You've done it again!
Hi Hans, yet another wonderful blog that brings so many cherished memories of my time at TTC flooding back! As usual you have pipped me at the post. I've been working on my next blog but it still needs a lot of work. You have now motivated me to finish it this weekend before Xmas! P.S. Sorry to hear about your laptop, that's such a frustrating thing to happen at any time, but especially at this time of year. Hugs to all at TTC. Xmas emails coming soon too! Suexxx

20th December 2008

Good sue
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holiday doldrums
I always enjoy your blogs. They remind me of my own year in China. I do think about returning. I do remember the doldrums around Christmas when I most missed my family and close friends. I had to think of ways to give more to raise my spirits. I gave people copies of the photos I had taken of them--people I saw in the streets all the time. I hope you have happy holidays. Susan

1st January 2009

Lily
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the first time to see your blog
This is my first time to see your blog, from which I know more about Taizhou. Although in several months I will gratuatoin and leave this place, I think I will miss this place.Hans, happy new year!

9th January 2009

June
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Yeh, the air of Taizhou was pretty chocky, particularly during those biomass residue-burning seasons, when the stars were completely obscured in the night-sky. Very pleased that the sky is blue during winter time. Hope the government will do something about it, for the sake of all its people.

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