AUTUMN 2013
LOOKING OUT INTO THE WORLD This year, Discovery College welcomed its first group of Year 13 students, those who will be the first graduates of the College. As these students begin their final year at DC and contemplate their next steps into the wider world, I am reminded of the importance of the preparation the students receive here, not only in academics, but also in relationship-building, international mindedness and community engagement. This publication, 視 界 , which in English means ‘to look out into the world’ has always been a way to demonstrate the broad scope of the College and the many ways the students are impacted by an international education. In this issue, we share the ways in which the students themselves are actively looking out into the world. Through community engagement programmes at the College, all of our students are looking into this community and communities throughout the region to identify areas where they can make a positive impact. In addition to learning about serving others, students are gaining important skills in planning and implementing activities, working with local organisations and one another, and thinking critically about the communities they serve. I am proud of our students and teachers for taking this active approach to addressing community needs and engaging in service that is meaningful and impactful. Through community engagement activities, students are taking a closer look at the world around them. Certainly, taking this active approach to being a part of their community will serve them well. For our Year 13 students, who will soon be leaving us for the next phase in their lives, I hope that they will continue to look out into the world and engage in their communities, wherever they may be. Charles Wong School Council Chairman
LOOKING OUT INTO THE WORLD
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