Fangyuan Elementary takes part in the International Companions for Learning (ICL) program, supported by the Ministry of Education. This program helps students learn about different cultures and become more interested in learning English.

Fifth- and sixth-grade students join video calls once a week, from 8:00 to 8:40 AM, with college buddies from National Taiwan University and international buddies from countries like France, Germany, the United States, and Vietnam.

Our students introduce special things about Fangyuan or Taiwan, while the college buddies share stories about their own countries and cultures.

There is also a special in-person event called “Meet and Greet”, where the college buddies visit Fangyuan Elementary. During this visit, our students guide them around the school and lead fun activities to help them learn more about life in Taiwan.

Creating art with local materials is a special part of our school’s aesthetic program. Students use things from the local area—like sesame stalks, peanut shells, oyster shells, and seashells—to make creative artworks.

After beach cleanups, students also use marine waste, like old fishing floats, to make art.

Through these activities, we learn the importance of protecting the Earth and using fewer plastic and man-made materials. It's our way of showing care for nature and supporting a more sustainable future.

Summer vacation at our school lasts for two full months—July and August. While many families try to plan meaningful learning experiences during this time, students in rural areas often have fewer resources and opportunities.

To help make summer both fun and educational, our school applies for special programs and organizes exciting courses. Students can learn while having a great time!

Activities include exploring different parts of our hometown, learning how to introduce local places in English, doing fun science experiments, and creating art. It’s a summer full of discovery, creativity, and joy.

Our winter and summer learning trips are special rewards for students who work hard and do well during the school year. These trips give them a chance to see new places and learn new things.

The trips usually take place on the first day of winter or summer break. Teachers carefully plan visits to fun and educational places, such as tourist factories, cultural parks, and local attractions.

Through these trips, students can enjoy new experiences and learn beyond the classroom—especially valuable for those in rural areas with fewer opportunities to explore culture and the wider world.