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Grade 9 Gateway Course: A Strategic Launch for Frenshmen

September 5, 2025

On September 1st and 3rd, the incoming ninth-grade cohort participated in the Gateway Course Orientation, an event designed to facilitate their transition to high school academic life. The program systematically addressed curriculum expectations, academic pathways, and strategic course selection across all disciplines.


Faculty representatives delivered comprehensive presentations on core subjects—including Chinese, Mathematics, and English—as well as electives such as Music and Art. They outlined critical distinctions between middle and high school in terms of content complexity, assessment standards, and skill development, while providing structured guidance for three-year academic planning.








Senior student mentors from Grade 11 shared practical insights on academic adaptation and time management, fostering a supportive environment that eased freshmen's transition concerns.


The Gateway Orientation served as a strategic foundation for the new freshmen. By establishing clear academic benchmarks and reinforcing institutional support, the event empowered students to navigate high school with confidence. Post-event surveys indicated heightened clarity regarding curriculum trajectories and increased readiness for advanced studies. We extend our sincere gratitude to all faculty members and senior student mentors for their invaluable contributions to this foundational academic initiative.








(Written by 9(9) Leo T    Pictures by G9 Media Group     Supervised by Meijun Shi    Edited by Cody Turner     Reviewed by Qian Zuo)