International Student Experience
DIVERSE COMMUNITY
At Tallulah Falls School, a vibrant tapestry of cultures comes together, creating a dynamic synergy that enriches the classroom, dorms, and campus life. With over 500 students from various states and countries, our community fosters a deep appreciation for diverse perspectives and ways of life. This unique school culture inspires students to broaden their worldviews and engage meaningfully with one another.
Global education is woven into everyday experiences at TFS, highlighted by events like 'International Day,' where students showcase their heritage. Additionally, overnight class trips to places like Coastal Georgia, Charleston, Florida’s Space Coast, and Chattanooga offer international students invaluable insights into American culture. These immersive experiences enhance understanding and empower students to become future leaders equipped with a global mindset.
A middle school student from Georgia is paired with a student from China for a science project. High school students from Spain are in the same club and on the same sports team as high school students from South Carolina. A student from the Bahamas has a chance to spend time with the family of basketball teammates. One school has the power to unite eager learners from all types of backgrounds. Every student at Tallulah Falls School is included and celebrated.
Diversity is welcomed here, and life in the beautiful Northeast Georgia mountains at Tallulah Falls School is the perfect place to experience it.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SPOTLIGHTS
from Beijing, China - Jason Dong in his native language
我来自中国北京
I am from Beijing, China.
我是通过中介的介绍了解到Tallulah Falls School.
I learned about TFS through the introduction of an agency.
我很喜欢Tallulah Falls School的自然环境，因为坐落在一片森林中，所以空气非常好，很适合进行一些户外活动。比如说划船，登山等等。四季更替时，树木和植被的变化也给学习生活带来了独特的风景。这所学校的老师都非常的好，他们不仅专业知识丰富，而且非常耐心。无论是学术问题还是个人困扰，他们总是乐于帮助学生，提供指导和支持。这样的教育环境和师资力量让我感到非常幸运和满意。并且这所学校还提供多样的课程供学生们选择。
I like the natural environment of the school because it is located in a forest, so the air is very nice and it is good for outdoor activities. It's great for outdoor activities like boating, hiking, etc. The changing of the seasons, the changing of the trees and the vegetation also gives a unique view to the study life. The teachers at this school are very good, they are not only knowledgeable but also very patient. Whether it is an academic problem or a personal distress, they are always willing to help students and provide guidance and support. I feel very fortunate and satisfied with this educational environment and faculty. The school also offers a wide variety of programs for students to choose from.
Tallulah Falls School会提供大学课程来让我们有机会获取大学所需的学分，并且会有老师来指导申请大学的需要以及规划高中需要修的课程，确保每一个即将毕业的学生可以很好地完成大学的申请。这所学校还提供AP考试的场地，让学生有机会获取AP的学分。我毕业后准备在大学学习生物专业，这所学校提供了很多生物方面的课程来帮助我打下生物方面的基础。让我可以对大学有更好的准备。
TFS offers college courses that give us the opportunity to earn college credits, and has teachers to guide us through the process of applying to colleges and planning for high school courses to ensure that each graduating student is well prepared to apply to colleges. This school also offers AP testing sites so that students have the opportunity to earn AP credits. I am planning on majoring in Biology in college after graduation, and this school offers a lot of Biology classes to help me build a foundation in Biology.
在Tallulah Falls School，我参加了海洋俱乐部，户外俱乐部，象棋俱乐部，表演俱乐部，化学俱乐部，乒乓球俱乐部，游泳队。并且我们中国人还自主创建了中国文化俱乐部，来宣传我们自己国家的文化。其中我最喜欢的就是户外俱乐部，我之前提到说这里的环境非常好，所以户外俱乐部经常会去湖边或者山上做活动，每次都可以完全沉浸在这里美丽的风景和环境中，这让我可以放松我的心情，释放压力，所以这是我最喜欢的俱乐部。
At this school, I am involved in Ocean Club, Outdoor Club, Chess Club, Acting Club, Chemistry Club, Table Tennis Club, and the Swimming Team. We Chinese have also created our own Chinese Culture Club to promote our own culture. My favorite club is the Outdoor Club. As I mentioned before, the environment here is very nice, so the Outdoor Club often goes to the lake or the mountains to do activities, and every time I can completely immerse myself in the beautiful scenery and the environment here, which allows me to relax and release my stress, so this is my favorite club.
我曾经在2022年的情人节上台表演过一次以情人节为主题的演出，这是我一次全新的尝试，我虽然很紧张，但是我很好地完成了我的表演。对我来说，最棒的部分是能够尝试新事物，并在舞台上呈现出不同于平常的自己。这次演出不仅增强了我的自信心，也让我体验到了与众不同的喜悦和成就感。整个过程中，从排练到正式表演，我都沉浸在角色中，享受与观众之间的互动和连接。在这个学校，学生经常可以去尝试想尝试的新事物。
I had a Valentine's Day themed performance on stage in 2022, which was a new endeavor for me, and I was nervous, but I did a good job with my performance. The best part for me was being able to try new things and present a different version of myself on stage than I usually do. This performance not only boosted my self-confidence, but also allowed me to experience the joy and fulfillment of being different. Throughout the entire process, from rehearsals to the official performance, I immersed myself in the role and enjoyed the interaction and connection with the audience. At this school, students often get to try new things they want to try.
在住宿学校的四年中，我极大地提高了我的独立生活能力和自主学习的能力。这段经历教会了我如何自我管理，包括安排学习时间和日常生活，这使我在面对挑战和压力时更加从容不迫。此外，住宿环境还培养了我的社交技能，学会了如何与不同背景的同学建立和维持友谊。在学校，我有机会与来自多种文化背景的同学交流，这不仅拓宽了我的视野，也增进了对不同文化的理解和尊重。这些技能不仅在学术上帮助我取得了成功，更为将来的生活和职业道路奠定了坚实的基础。
During my four years at boarding school, I have greatly improved my ability to live independently and learn on my own. This experience has taught me how to manage myself, including organizing my study time and daily life, which has made me more comfortable in facing challenges and pressures. In addition, the residential environment has developed my social skills and taught me how to build and maintain friendships with classmates from different backgrounds. I have had the opportunity to interact with classmates from a wide range of cultural backgrounds, which has not only broadened my horizons, but also enhanced my understanding and respect for different cultures. These skills have not only helped me succeed academically, but also laid a solid foundation for my future life and career path.