1 | Introduce yourself My name is Michelle, and I am nine years old. In April this year, I came to Toronto to study. I am currently in Grade 4 at William Berczy Public School. I am a girl who is positive, confident, and compassionate. |
2 | What are your strengths and weaknesses? My strengths are being positive, helpful, and curious. I like helping my peers and friends when they need it. I am always curious to explore new things, and I enjoy trying new hobbies and sports like badminton, volleyball, tennis, skating, and swimming. I need to work on paying more attention to details. |
3 | a: Who is your best friend, and why? My best friend is Xinran. She recently came to Canada, and sometimes she needs my help with English. She has a great personality and is very caring. We help and encourage each other, and that's how we became best friends. b: What kind of friends do you want to make? I want to make friends who have the same hobbies and interests, love learning new things, and are kind. |
4 | What extracurricular activities do you have outside the school? I have many activities outside of school, such as volleyball, tennis, skating, swimming, calligraphy, sketching, Chinese traditional painting. - what clubs/activities will you join at our school? In my new school, I hope to join sports and arts activities, such as tennis and volleyball clubs, as well as sketching and singing clubs. I am also interested in the sewing club and the speech club. |
5 | What are your responsibilities in your family? I am a little helper in my family. I assist my mom and dad with chores like organizing the room, cleaning the house, and washing dishes. I also cook simple meals for my mom and dad on weekends. |
6 | Tell me about a book you recently read. What is your favourite book? My favorite book is When History Meows. It is a history book that uses humour to tell stories about historical events and characters. It helps me learn about history in a fun and relaxing way. |
7 | What did you do this summer? 今年夏天你做了什么? This summer, I went back to China to visit my grandmother and friends. I participated in many activities. My dad took me on trips to different places in China. We visited historical sites, museums, and beautiful landscapes. I joined a calligraphy club, where I learned a new calligraphy style, and I took the Level 8 exam. I also attended sketching classes and completed the Level 5 professional sketching exam. |
8 | What is your favourite sport or arts? Why? 你最喜欢的运动或艺术是什么? My favorite sport is badminton and volleyball. I like to play badminton and volleyball with my friends. I like to work with people and it builds my teamwork skills. My favorite art is calligraphy and sketching. I enjoy the peaceful time when I sit down to write or draw, I feel happy and relaxed. |
9 | What makes you happy/what brings joy to you?/What do you do in your leisure time? Learning the subjects I enjoy, creating crafts I like, singing songs I love, and dancing the dances I want to perform. Playing with friends, enjoying delicious food, visiting my grandmother, and helping others all make me feel very happy. |
10 | How would your friend/teacher describe you? (use three words) My friends and teacher describe me as a kind, eager-to-learn, and helpful person. Please use three words to describe yourself. I would describe myself as someone who is confident, has dreams, and is caring |
11 | Why do you apply for our school?/Why are you a great fit? I think St. Anne’s buildings are really beautiful. I have many interests and skills, like badminton, volleyball, tennis, skating, calligraphy, and Chinese traditional painting. I know that St. Anne’s School focuses on girls’ development in all of academics, arts and athletics. |
12 | What matters to you when entering a new school? I think it is important to adapt to a new environment and build good with others. First, I would learn the school's rules and culture so I can adapt to the new learning environment quickly. I would also actively meet new students and teachers to connect with them. |
13 | How can you contribute to our school? I believe there are many ways I can contribute to the school. I will work hard to achieve good grades and take part in various activities, such as painting, volleyball, and tennis. |
14 | Are you willing to give up your time for our school? Yes, I am willing to give my time to the school. I know that to become a top student, I need to put in extra time and effort. Whether it’s attending classes, completing homework, or participating in school activities, I will always give my best effort. |
15 | What subject do you like most and least, and why? My favorite subject is math. I find it very interesting and challenging. Every time I solve a hard problem, I feel a great sense of achievement. Math is also very useful in daily life, like calculating prices when shopping. I enjoy the way my math teacher teaches. The subject I like the least is history. There are so many people, events, as well as the culture, and achievements of different times that it sometimes feels overwhelming. |
16 | Which teacher do you like most, and describe I like my French teacher, Mr. Chu, who is also my ESL English teacher. He is very patient. Whenever I ask him questions, he explains things again and again until I fully understand. When I first came to school, my English wasn’t very good, and I didn’t have many reading habits. He helped me find ways to improve my English and made me love reading. He always encourages me and I’m very thankful for his help. |
17 | What activities do you often take part in at the school? I enjoy taking part in sports activities at school. Recently, I applied to join the volleyball club. If I get the chance to join, it will give me more opportunities to practice and improve my skills. |
18 | Describe your current school and what you like and what needs to improve. My current school is William Berczy Public School, it is a warm and supportive place. I like it so much; it gives me the opportunity to learn. I made many good friends here, and I built interests and skills in many areas. I think the school library’s resources could be more diverse. The library already has many books, but sometimes I can’t find the books I’m looking for. |
19 | Tell me a story that shows your leadership Same with Q20. (与20题同答案) |
20 | Tell me about a teamwork experience I participated in the drama “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.” Where I played one of the seven dwarfs. As a team, we faced challenges like remembering lines and coordinating our scenes. We worked together to overcome it by practicing regularly, and encouraging each other. We also spent time discussing the story and our characters to ensure a better performance. On performance day, we were excited and a little nervous, but we supported each other and gave it our best. The audience’s applause made all our hard work worthwhile. |
21 | Tell me a work you want to do independently I am very interested in handicrafts and really enjoy making sparkling diamond paintings. I hope to complete a large diamond painting on my own as a gift for my mom. |
22 | Tell me a time you faced a challenge and how you overcame it. After a year of learning the piano, I signed up to play the song “Lonely Hero.” for an event at my school. At first, the song was too hard for me. The rhythms and mistakes made me feel frustrated, but I didn’t give up. I practiced daily, breaking the song into smaller parts, and asking my teacher for help. After a month of hard work, I could play confidently. On performance day, over a hundred students watched, and I felt proud. |
23 | Imagine you go camping with your friend and find him/her feeling upset. What would you do? If she is feeling upset, I would gently ask her what’s bothering her and listen carefully without interrupting, giving her space to share. If she wants to talk, I will offer support, let her know I’m here for her, and encourage her to stay positive. - when you feel upset, what would you do? When I feel upset, I find a quiet place to calm down and take a few deep breaths. Then, I will think about why I am feeling upset. If it’s a problem or challenge, I try to solve it. Next, I will look for help. I will share my feelings with my family, or friends. Their understanding and support remind me that I’m not alone and that someone will face the problem with me. I also try relaxing activities, like drawing, listening to music, or taking a walk. |
24 | Tell me when you encountered conflict within a team environment and the outcome. During poem show preparations, my group had a disagreement about which poem to choose—some wanted a fun one, and others wanted a thoughtful one. To help, I suggested combining both ideas, using a fun poem with deeper elements. Everyone agreed, and we worked together to create and rehearse the performance, dividing tasks and supporting each other. Our performance was successful, and I learned the value of teamwork and communication. - If you have a project and two classmates both want to join your group. One is your friend, what would you do? I would first thank the two classmates for their interest in my project. Then, I would talk to them separately, where they could explain why they want to join the project and share how they can contribute. If my friend is not selected, I would talk to them privately to explain my decision and encourage them not to feel discouraged. I would also make sure our friendship is not affected by this choice. |
25 | Tell me a person who has the most significant influence on you. The person who has influenced me the most is my grandmother. She has taken care of me since I was little and always encourages me when I face difficulties. My grandmother is very hardworking. |
26 | How do you see yourself when you finish your first year at our school? I hope to become a more confident, responsible, and well-rounded student. Academically, I will focus on understanding my subjects deeply and actively participating in class discussions. Personally, I will work on building responsibility, teamwork, and leadership skills. I want to make many new friends and build strong, meaningful friendships. I will cherish my time with others, respect their opinions, and grow together. I also plan to join clubs like art, music, or science to develop my hobbies. |
27 | Tell me a time when you stepped out of your confront zone. I grew up near the ocean and was always curious about surfing because it represents freedom and challenge. This summer, I took a surfing class but felt scared facing tall waves. Each time I tried to stand on the board, I was knocked down. I followed my coach’s advice and practiced hard. After many attempts, I finally stood up on the board and overcame my fear. |
28 | If you failed or received a low mark on the first test at St.Anne’s School, what would you do? I would calmly accept the result and stay positive. I understand that a low mark doesn’t mean failure but shows I need improvement. I would review my questions, and understand where I went wrong. |