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He arrived early and sat in the back row, his backbone very straight, his ankles crossed precisely under the desk and his hands folded on the center of its top, and while the other children were filling in, he received a long, expressionless stare from each of them.

"We have a new classmate this morning," Miss Price said, "His name is Vincent Sabella, and he comes from New York City. I know we'll all do our best to make him feel at home."

This time they all swung around to stare at once, which caused him to duck his head slightly and shift his weight from one side to the other. Ordinarily, the fact of someone's coming from New York might have held a certain status, for to most of the children the city was a frightening, adult place that swallowed up their fathers every day. But anyone could see at a glance that Vincent Sabella had nothing to do with it. Even if you could ignore his twisted black hair and gray skin, his clothes would have given him away: ridiculously new pants, ridiculously old sports shoes and a yellow sweatshirt, much too small, with the faded remains of a Mickey Mouse design stamped on its chest.

The girls decided that he wasn't very nice and turned away, but the boys remained in their inspection, looking him up and down with faint smiles. This was the kind of kid they were accustomed to thinking of as "tough," the kind whose stare has made all of them uncomfortable at one time or another in unfamiliar neighborhoods; here was a unique chance for revenge.

summer session (June 12-July 26)

Morning sessions:

Section A: 8: 10-9: 10        Section B: 9: 20-10: 20

Section C: 10: 40-11: 40        Section D: 11: 50-12: 50

Afternoon sports: 2: 00-3: 30

American Sign Language(ASL)

It is thrilling to introduce ASL to our Lexington community with the arrival of our instructor, Mr. Wilson. In this course, students will learn the eșsential signs of alphabet(字母表) fingerspelling and various categories of vocabulary including family signs, WH-Questions and directional signs. Additionally, students will gain insights into the distinctions between the hearing and the deaf communities.

Grades: 9-10          Section C          Cost: $260

Baseball Camp

The camp is designed to instruct campers in the fundamental skills of ball pitching, batting, catching, striking in a group setting. Campers will also have the opportunity to engage in competitive yet entertaining games that will improve skills and strategies.

It will be scheduled for four Sundays: June 23, July 7, July 14, and July 21.

Grades: 9-11          Section A          Cost: $160

English Skills for High School

This class is designed to enhance high school students' English proficiency with flexible instruction and different schedules. In this class, we will read Madeleine L'Engle' s fantastic novel A Wrinkle in Time, we will craft our own imaginative narratives, and we will strengthen the core English skills that are crucial for high school students.

Grades: 10-12          Section B          Cost: $230          Book fee: $20

Computer Skills Training

This course is an expansive exploration into the field of computer science, covering a variety of subjects including problem-solving, programming, physical computing, user-centered design and data analysis. Students will be motivated to create their own websites, apps, animations, games, and so on. Prior experience of block coding (编码) is suggested for students enrolling in this course.

Grades: 11-12          Section D          Cost: $240          Book fee: $30

When Sam was two years and two months old, he began to shut the world away. The once-happy little boy, who was already starting to pick up words of both English and Spanish, suddenly stopped speaking; stopped looking his family in the eye; stopped communicating altogether. Most of the time, all Sam did was lie on the sofa touching his ears.

He started to display certain behavioral changes. He began to have this funny thing with straight lines where he would pick up a toy and look at it sideways, or lie on his front for hours on end, rolling a car in front of his eyes.

Within two years, his mother Jo visited one expert after another with Sam and tried various treatment methods; however, nothing seemed to work. What was worse, in about three weeks Sam's grandfather died of cancer, his parents divorced and his family were robbed — and all the while, Sam was becoming more and more withdrawn. His eyes were dead.

And it was then that Sam was eventually diagnosed (诊断) with autism (自闭症).

As a single mother, Jo had no choice but to go straight to work herself to earn a living while researching the condition and try her best to help Sam to come back out of himself. For Jo, the following eight years was a terrifying time, watching her son disappearing just in front of her eyes. All methods tried, money running out, Jo had no choice but to take Sam, by now completely non-verbal (不使用言语交际的), from the hustle and bustle (喧嚣) of the city to the calm of the Devon countryside.

Once on a local farm, they came across Chester, a mini pig belonging to a farmer. It was so small that they didn't even see it at first sight. As they walked down the grassland, the only little pig was hiding in the corner. He looked sad and lonely, like Sam often did.

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When Sam saw Chester, he went over to the little pig immediately.

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The farmer agreed and Jo took Chester home.

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Tai chi, an ancient Chinese martial art, (celebrate) worldwide for its lasting popularity, despite the fact formal statistics on the number of practitioners are absent. Recognized by UNESCO on December 17, 2020 an Intangible Cultural Heritage, tai chi's global appeal has only grown.

Guillaume Large, a 44-year-old from Bordeaux, France, turned to tai chi for (recover) after a sports injury over 20 years ago. His passion for the art (lead) him to establish an association in 2007, devoted to (promote) Chinese culture in France through tai chi and language instruction.

In 2013, Large began studying under Chen Ziqiang, the head coach of Chenjiangou Tai Chi School in Henan, China. Since then, he has annually brought French students to Chenjiangou (deepen) their understanding of tai chi. Large's efforts reflect a broader trend: a growing French fascination with Chinese culture, he hopes will continue to strengthen.

Tai chi's philosophy is rooted in the Tao Te Ching, classic Chinese text. It emphasizes the balance of yin and yang, illustrating opposites that can transform into one another, challenging conventional (belief) of strength and weakness. Large's journey and the art of tai chi itself demonstrate this profound interaction of forces.

Alfred Nobel was born in 1833 to a family of engineers in Sweden. In 1850, he met Ascanio Sobrero, the inventor of nitroglycerin (硝酸甘油) in Paris. Interested in its irregular2 of exploding under pressure or heat, Nobel started to find a way to control it and make a3 explosive. After years of4, in 1867, at the age of 34, Nobel invented dynamite (炸药), which is much easier and safer to control than nitroglycerin.

During his lifetime, Nobel invented and patented various explosives. He5 his wealth from his 355 inventions, among which dynamite was the most important.

When Alfred's brother Ludwig died in 1888, a French newspaper6 published Alfred's obituary (讣告). Reading his own obituary, Nobel was7 to find out his public image. The newspaper strongly8 Nobel for inventing dynamite, giving him the nickname of "the merchant of death" and saying "Dr. Alfred Nobel, who became9 by finding ways to kill more people faster than ever before, died yesterday."

To Alfred, this obituary was a(n)10. He spent his lifetime alone11 things and was deeply concerned with how he would be remembered. This unfortunate event inspired him to make changes in his will, so as to12 his public image, and to be remembered for a good cause. In 1895, one year before his death, Nobel made the last13, saying clearly that his wealth would be used to create a series of prizes for those who have made great14 to mankind in physics, chemistry, physiology or medicine, literature, and peace. To widespread astonishment, Dr. Alfred Nobel15 94% of his total wealth to found the five Nobel Prizes.

China's Internet actually is cool. Chinese products and services have an increasing originality, especially Chinese apps, which stand out for their creativity. TikTok, used by over half of Americans, offers engaging content that feels more dynamic than U.S. platforms. Its mix of humor, creativity, and slight rebelliousness (叛逆) attracts teens seeking freedom from traditional norms. TikTok was briefly shut down earlier this month, and the site faces an uncertain legal future. Many young users turned to RedNote, a Chinese lifestyle app filled with odd content like fashion tips and cooking instructions. Though unfamiliar to older generations, its mix of Chinese culture and global youth trends creates a unique appeal.

As for the AI large-language models, DeepSeek, an AI model developed by a Chinese company, is a miracle, which combines technical skill with playful personality. Unlike rigid Western models, it writes creatively — even reimagining classic literature from an AI perspective. Its rise to the top of Apple's app store shows how innovation and affordability can win over users.

The decline of Europe's cultural appeal gives rise to the trend. In the past, American teens admired European sophistication (精明), but today's youth seek fresh alternatives. With its economic power and global reach, China naturally fills this gap. Additionally, young people often reject their parents' preferences, and China's tech-driven culture feels extremely new.

While U.S.-China relationship dominates headlines, ordinary interactions tell a different story. On RedNote, American and Chinese users bond over shared interests like cooking or fashion. DeepSeek's fair answers on American topics build trust. These connections prove cultural gaps aren't unbridgeable.

Actually, China's tech success isn't just about hardware or data — it's about creating products that resonate (共鸣) emotionally. For American youth seeking novelty, China's Internet culture offers something refreshingly different. This cultural shift, paired with technological advances, positions China as a unique party in shaping global trends.

Wrong. Sugar-free isn't better for you. In fact, sugar-free is worse.

Sugar-free means that artificial sweeteners are used instead of real sugar. The problem: these sweeteners do not come from natural sources and they can cause you more harm than good.

Let's get into what these artificial sweeteners actually are. Sugar-free sugar sounds wrong and that's because there is no such thing as sugar-free sugar. Some of these sugar-free alternatives still contain sugar and the ones that don't contain sugar have chemicals your body often does not know how to process.

Most artificial sweeteners are a lot sweeter than sugar, so only a tiny amount is needed. That's why they can market sugar-free alternatives as "low-calorie" or "no-calorie". It also means that you get no nutritional value from consuming them, which is why many sugar-free substitutes are classified as "non-nutritive". These artificial sweeteners tend to hide under sneaky names. Actually, they are 200-600 times sweeter than sugar.

When you eat sweet stuff, your body continues to desire it and, even though your body cannot metabolize (代谢) these sugar-free alternatives, your brain does not know the difference. In turn, sugar-free alternatives connect to weight gain and type 2 diabetes (糖尿病).

Artificial sweeteners also damage your gut's ability to break down sugar, which impacts everything you eat. In other words, your body doesn't know how to handle artificial sweeteners because they have nothing real to process.

A good rule of thumb: stay away from artificial sweeteners and look for non-sugar, natural sweeteners like Stevia or date sugar. In the war against artificial sweeteners and real sugar, both lose. Satisfy your sweet tooth with natural sugars that come from fruits and stay away from products claiming to be sugar-free or diet!

During that period, I would rise at dawn to practice playing the violin before heading to work. At noon, instead of having lunch with my business associates, I would frequent cheap cafes, where I had a quick meal and wrote down some violin exercises. After a long time of such efforts, I finally managed to save enough money. As my family's financial situation had improved and they no longer required my financial support, I resigned from my position. The moment I left, I felt as if I had been released from prison, and soon I set sail for Europe to pursue my dream.

The four-year study in Europe was beyond amazing. Though I worked more diligently than I could have ever imagined, every single moment was a source of joy. "Enjoyed" is far too mild a word to describe my feelings; I was truly on cloud nine. For the first time, I felt that I was truly living, engaged in what I loved and was meant to do.

If I had remained in business, perhaps I would be a relatively wealthy person today. Nevertheless, I firmly believe that I would not have achieved a truly successful life. I would have given up all those intangible rewards, those inner satisfactions that money can never purchase, and that are often sacrificed when one's main pursuit is financial success.

Quitting my job went against the advice of nearly all my friends and family. We are so conditioned to link success with money that the idea of giving up a well-paid job for a dream seemed almost crazy. If so, all I can say is "Gee, it's great to be crazy."

Money is a wonderful thing, but it's possible to pay too high a price for it.

People from all over the world aren't willing to miss Mt. Huangshan when they travel to China. In the morning, you will climb up the mountain by cable car to have your exploration and enjoy the amazing landscape at Mt. Huangshan. Lunch and dinner will be served at the restaurant on the mountain. They are at your own expense. Stay overnight at the top of the mountain.

Get up early, and you may enjoy the fantastic sunrise in the midst of a sea of clouds in the summits. Then, you will be driven back to explore the unique Huizhou merchant culture, characteristic architectural style and enjoy local snacks by visiting Hongcun Village and Xidi Village.

Your accommodations

Your preparations

●About the luggage: Don't take too much luggage when you take Mt. Huangshan tour. It's better to bring a backpack and prepare some food and water, because everything will be more expensive on Mt. Huangshan. Go to Beihai Scenic Area if you really have to buy something.

●About wearings: Heavy solar radiation on the mountain, ensure a good protection for your skin. Wearing hiking shoes and sport clothes.

●About accidents: If you have heart disease or high blood pressure, don't travel alone. If you are really upset when on the mountain, a stretcher (担架) is offered on the mountain.