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Student Voices in Action! (#7)
Morning Program ☀️
We began the day with an early morning drive to the University of British Columbia (UBC), traveling together through thick fog and arriving safely. A few students needed a slower, gentler start to the morning, and the group adjusted smoothly to ensure everyone felt comfortable and supported. The entire group remains together and continues to settle in well.
The morning program featured an engaging discussion session with UBC students, beginning with self-introductions and a lively exchange of personal interests and future goals. This quickly turned into a fun and expressive cultural moment as students learned new slang (from playful phrases like “Konnichiwa-gwaan” to Hindi expressions), shared favorite videos and online trends, and even tried out modeling style poses filling the room with laughter and good vibes.
The discussion then moved into two key topics: casual clothing vs. school uniforms and the importance of communication skills. Students shared thoughtful opinions on how communication helps people express ideas, build relationships, and connect across cultures. One student reflected, “I want to return to Canada one day, so I will work hard on my English,” showing strong motivation and clear purpose.
A sweet highlight of the session came when several students introduced “Radio Taiso,” a traditional Japanese warm-up exercise. The UBC students were intrigued, creating a joyful moment filled with movement and shared laughter.
The session concluded with confident group presentations and a cheerful photo moment. Students left energized and inspired, looking ahead with excitement to their upcoming visit to Canada Star Secondary School (CSSS) and the next stop on our Day 3 adventure!
A Heartfelt Exchange! (#8)
Our visit to CSSS began with a heartfelt welcome. Each student received a magnet souvenir featuring positive “You are…” messages such as “You are capable,” “You are strong,” and “You are worthy.” Students received these messages warmly and thoughtfully asked about their meanings, showing kind curiosity and care. After introductions, students were guided to a welcoming, fireside styled space where they took part in group cultural exchanges. Japanese students introduced important cultural activities to their Canadian peers, and the excitement in the room was wonderful to see as students laughed, danced, played, and connected well. Activities such as Nininbaori, Karuta, and Origami were especially popular.
All groups participated so well, preparing and delivering short presentations with confidence. The atmosphere was lively and interactive.
Following the cultural exchange, students enjoyed badminton and basketball in the gym, cheering each other on and building friendships through friendly competition. Later, everyone gathered for a presentation about school life and education at CSSS. Students openly shared comments like “I want to come to this school,” along with playful remarks about how relaxed and friendly the atmosphere felt. The day concluded with a group photo session and opportunities for students to exchange contact information, helping them stay connected and continue building their communication skills in English.
To finish the day, we boarded the bus and reunited students with their host families. I believe they are ready for a fun and restful evening together. Their smiles remained strong as they left. I know they are looking forward to a fun filled day tomorrow with their host families!
Day Two: A Fresh Start and Full Stomachs! #4
The students started Day Two with a great breakfast together. Blueberry and chocolate chip muffins were very popular and quickly found new homes on many plates! With cereal, eggs, yogurt, fresh fruit and many other options also available, students fueled up well for the busy day ahead. With full bellies, we packed our bags and got ready to visit The University of British Columbia (UBC).
Learning With a View at UBC! #5
Our first big stop of the day was the UBC, one of Canada’s top universities. UBC is known for its beautiful campus, strong research programs, and focus on caring for the environment. It truly feels like a small city of its own! Students were in awe of the incredible views where the campus meets the ocean and mountains. Many stopped to take photos, admire the scenery, and enjoy the moment. Near the entrance, students also enjoyed a fun echo activity shouting together and hearing their voices bounce back. Laughter filled the area as everyone joined in, turning learning into a joyful experience. On campus, students also learned about biodiversity, sustainability, and ways universities work to protect nature.
From City Streets to New Homes! #6
After leaving UBC, we headed to Gastown and downtown Vancouver. Students enjoyed seeing the famous steam clock, walking through the area, and doing more souvenir shopping! With so many choices, excitement was high. Later, students traveled to Surrey for an orientation to prepare for meeting their host families. At first, everyone looked a little nervous but that feeling didn’t last long. As students introduced themselves, confidence grew and smiles appeared. Soon, conversations were flowing as students met the families, they will stay with for the next three (3) nights. As the day came to an end, it was clear that students were becoming more confident using English. We are looking forward to tomorrow’s activities, which promise to be a day of cultural exchange and real life use of English!
Bon Voyage! We Are Off to Vancouver, Canada! (#1)
“This is my first time flying, so I am nervous but excited!”
Many students shared these feelings as they waved goodbye to their teachers and parents with smiles and looked ahead to the long journey.
On the bus, the nervous excitement continued as we traveled to Itami Airport for our afternoon flight to Narita Airport, and the connection went smoothly. Everyone enjoyed the time together and there were many smiles, as they engaged all the different foods available in the airport food courts. One student, who could not join us, took part by smartphone and joined our group selfie, making the moment even more special. What a great start to what is sure to be an incredible trip.
There Will Be Turbulence! (#2) 😆
The long flight finally begins! Students were excited, but they also felt a little tired as this was the longest flight they had ever taken. As we crossed the Pacific Ocean, the plane began to shake and the cabin was suddenly filled with surprised screams! The flight attendants calmly explained that turbulence is normal part of flying, but the bumpy ride still brought lots of loud reactions and laughter from the students. After a while, the plane became smooth again, and the students slowly relaxed, turning a scary moment into a funny and unforgettable memory for the students. The students took advantage of the flight to get some much-needed sleep before our first very busy day.
We Arrived in Vancouver! Safe and Ready to Explore (#3)
Although we said good night to Japan in Tokyo, it was still Wednesday morning, January 14th, in Canada! After arriving, we started our first adventure right away.
1st Stop: Granville Island!
The food court and souvenir shops were a big hit with the students. Parents reading this may want to be ready for maple syrup and salmon seasonings coming home as souvenirs! Students could also try many authentic Canadian dishes such as clam chowders and pot pies.
2nd Stop: The beautiful Stanley Park!
It is a large forest park with scenery that looks straight out of a movie. Students had fun posing for photos and admiring the amazing views. However, jet lag is starting to set in. On our way to dinner, excitement slowly turned into tired smiles as everyone recharged. During dinner, one more classmate who could not join us took part by phone, which made it feel as if the whole group was together. Although many students were clearly tired, their smiles remained, and everyone enjoyed the delicious meal! Time to get some sleep, before another busy day!
明けましておめでとうございます。1月8日(木)、3学期始業式、全校集会、表彰伝達式がとりおこなわれました。特に昨年末、多くの生徒が表彰を受けています。
本年もよろしくお願いいたします。
↓昨年8月からの表彰者です。
【水泳部】
第16回東播高等学校秋季水泳競技大会
男子総合 第2位
男子4×50mメドレーリレー 第2位
男子4×50mフリーリレー 第3位
男子200m個人メドレー 第3位
男子400m個人メドレー 第3位
男子200m背泳ぎ 第3位
男子 50m平泳ぎ 第2位
男子100m平泳ぎ 第2位
男子 50m自由形 第1位
男子100m自由形 第1位
【陸上競技部】
第78回東播高等学校総合体育大会陸上競技部
女子400m 第1位
女子200m 第3位
【美術部】
第49回兵庫県高等学校総合文化祭 美術・工芸部門展 優秀賞
【放送部】
第49回兵庫県高等学校総合文化祭放送文化部門予選 アナウンス小部門 佳作
【英語科】
第28回兵庫県高校生英文エッセーコンテスト 1年生の部 最優秀賞
第40回兵庫県高校生スピーチコンテスト 東播磨地区大会
第1位、第2位、第4位(3名)
【軽音楽部】
新人戦ライブ兵庫県大会2025 優秀賞
【その他】
令和7年度 税に関する高校生の作文
”三木地区租税教育推進協議会会長賞”
”三木税務署長賞”
第10回全日本高校生自馬選手権大会 第9競技 障害飛越競技選手権予選 第3位