Zhe, a PSE student from China, has always been fascinated by Anime culture, so it was no surprise that she decided to join the Anime Club at her school in Florida. In April, Zhe and her Anime Club had a special opportunity to perform at the University of Florida SampCon, where they danced and held a … Read More
Students
Robotics Team was Highlight for PSE Student
Renpin, otherwise known as Jordan, just finished his third year on the PSE program and graduated from his high school in Wisconsin. Jordan first came to Wisconsin from China on the PSE program in 2013, and unexpectedly developed a profound interest in robotics. “I have many good memories in the U.S., but without a doubt robotics is … Read More
PSE Student is Award-Winning Artist
In Green Bay, Wisconsin, a talented young artist and PSE student from Korea is gaining recognition for her work. The student, who goes by the name “Kim,” entered a glass mosaic that she created into two art contests, one at her school and one at a Congressional Art Competition, for which the piece was displayed in the … Read More
Volunteer Trip to Africa offers Student Unique Experience
Tong, a PSE student from China, recently returned to his PSE home in Colorado from a two week school trip to Tanzania. Tong was one of 20 students who participated in the volunteer trip, during which they helped residents of a village build a water tank. The experience was rewarding and eye-opening for Tong. “The … Read More
A “Care Bear” Among Us
Taegon is a PSE student from South Korea who is attending school in Battle Ground, WA. This past fall at a homecoming dinner he was presented with a unique award from his classmates. Taegon received the “Care Bear” award. This came as a complete surprise to him. “I was confused to see that the students … Read More
PSE Senior Shares Math Skills with Elementary Students
Xijie, otherwise known as CJ, has always been talented when it comes to math. It is no surprise, then, that he immediately thought of how to apply this talent to his senior project in school. For his senior project, CJ decided that he wanted to tutor elementary students in math. He spoke with his teacher … Read More
PSE Trimester Program was “Perfect Fit” for First Participant
“I love the PSE Trimester program; it is a great opportunity to improve your English, meet new friends and learn about the American culture.” These are the words of Camila from Argentina, who was the first to participate on the PSE Trimester program which launched just this year. Camila is a vivacious 17 year old from … Read More
Aspiring Chef Receives “Perfect Gift” from Host Family
Chayutphong, also known as Peem, has known since he was six years old that he wanted to grow up to do something related to cooking. Raised in a family who owns a restaurant in Thailand, Peem would help out in the kitchen as a boy and experiment with the many spices offered in Thai cuisine. … Read More
PSE Student Raises Money for Pediatric Cancer
What does it feel like to spend 24 hours dancing and standing on your feet? It is “amazing” according to Hanwen, or Carl, from China. Carl was one of 230 students who participated in a “THON” at a PSE school in Pennsylvania beginning February 13th at 7:30pm and lasting until February 14th at 7:30pm. Students had … Read More
Student’s Artwork to be Displayed at Maine Art Museum
Student’s Artwork to be Displayed at Maine Art Museum PSE student and AP Drawing junior Shuyao has enjoyed creating art since she was a child. Her years of practice and passion for art will be recognized in March, when her oil painting entitled “Outside the Frame” will be displayed at the Portland Museum of Art. … Read More