School

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The Taiwan vacation is finally over. School started 2 weeks ago. Acton Academy is super duper small, like really small. From kindergarten to 7th grade there are only about 20 kids.  There really aren't any teachers. Only Guides. The funny thing is that the guides can't answer any questions. If you have a question you ask the other Eagles, that's what they call us. Not students, Eagles. Last week the Guides told us to make a lip dub and it had to be done by next Thursday.  That's kinda all the instructions they gave us. Instead of a teacher there to teach you we use online learning. Khan Academy and IXL. Sometimes I have to work on it at home and ask my parents the questions. I think I would rather have a teacher teach me than a computer. I think I'll get used to it though

Me and Dai get to go to and from school by ourselves. It's kinda cool. After school sometimes we go get boba or ice cream. 


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  1. AnonymousSeptember 15, 2022 at 7:56 PM

    New adventure for you and Dai.Different country has different way of education.Since u use computer go school ,colluded you search for learning lessons similar to your regular class in your grade?Good to know ur more independent going to school and enjoy treat after.My favorite boba and Tiger sweet treat .LOVE AND MISS YOU AND DAI A LOT,.
    Grandma❤️♥️🥰💕😍😘

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  2. AnonymousSeptember 23, 2022 at 9:23 PM

    It’s so interesting, that method of learning. I’m glad you are experiencing and determining what works for you. I’m so proud that you and dai are independent enough to take public transit on your own. You both continue to wow and inspire us!
    Love you and miss you
    Tito Paul

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  3. Sara LibrodoOctober 18, 2022 at 4:02 PM

    Your flexibility and adaptability to new ways of learning will serve you well for the rest of your life! What is happening in this picture??

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