01、在肯思的四年，是一场关于成长的温暖旅程
四年前，Joe 踏入肯思校园的那一刻，像一颗刚刚破土的种子，带着对未来的无限好奇和隐隐的不安。四年后的今天，他已经长成了一棵挺拔的树，枝叶繁茂，根系深深扎进这片土地。他是篮球场上的领袖，是“F4”友情圈的核心，是数学和物理领域的探索者，也是目前全校拿到最多大学 offer 的学生。然而，这些标签背后，是一个关于成长、温暖和坚持的故事。
02、篮球场上的他：不只是队长，更是团队的“定心丸”
从小，Joe 就被身边的人称作“天才少年”，他的学习能力和运动天赋总是让人惊叹。但真正让他与众不同的，是他对篮球的“深刻分析”。篮球不仅仅是他的兴趣，它更是他探索物理世界的一扇窗。他常常在比赛视频中拆解运球、投篮、扣篮的每一个细节，用 A-level 物理知识分析这些动作的原理。他说道：“运动不仅是身体的动作，背后其实蕴藏着很多科学。”
在校队中，Joe 从一名普通队员成长为球队的核心，最终担任队长。在“King’s Cup” 总决赛上，他带领队伍远征杭州，面对裁判的偏袒，他并没有被情绪左右，而是选择冷静应对。
当比赛进入白热化阶段，他精准预判防守队员的跳跃时机，调整自己的出手节奏，在空中多停留了一瞬，避开第二道防守，稳稳地将球投进篮筐。
那一球，直接点燃了全队的士气，最终他们赢得了比赛。作为队长，Joe 深知自己的责任不仅是得分，更重要的是带动队伍的氛围。
赛前，他常常带领队员们喊出口号：“1，2，3, Kings！”鼓舞士气，增强团队的归属感。
篮球对 Joe 来说，远不止一项运动，它是他理解世界的方式，是他与队友们共同呼吸的节奏。
但很少有人知道，他的领袖气质并非天生。刚加入校队时，他也曾因一次失误而自责不已。那是一个寒冷的冬夜，训练结束后，他独自留在球场上，一遍又一遍地练习投篮。尽管冷风刺骨，汗水浸透了球衣，但他的眼神依旧坚定。那时，他明白了一个道理：“真正的领袖，不是从不犯错，而是敢于面对错误，并从中站起来。”
03、F4 友情圈：他是那个“永远在线”的朋友
Joe 从来不是一个随波逐流的人，反而总是保持着鲜明的个性，敢于表达自己的观点，也善于激励身边的朋友。他和几位好友组成了一个名为“F4”的小团体，几乎形影不离。
无论是上课、打球、熬夜复习，还是在食堂排队时争论“披萨上该不该加酸奶”，他们都总是在一起。无论是课堂上抛出一个有趣的观点，还是课间组织大家一起讨论数学难题，Joe 总是能够轻松带动气氛。他不仅是朋友，还是大家的主心骨。
谈到Joe 和他的 “F4” 团队中最难忘的一次经历，莫过于他们一起制作水火箭的那次项目。那时候，团队的四个人首次真正意义上地紧密合作，共同应对挑战，正如 Joe 说道：“这是我们第一次合体做一个项目，意义非凡。” 他们决定通过气压原理来发射水火箭，而整个过程中，每个人都发挥了自己的特长。
“我们当时借了美术老师的热熔胶，完全靠手工制作火箭，大家一起设计、搭建。” Joe 回忆道。在制作过程中，团队分工明确，Joe 擅长设计和手工，他负责了火箭的造型和搭建，团队的其他成员则根据各自的特长进行分工。“我擅长设计和手工，Gene和Charles他们负责英语报告，Max负责热熔胶的应用，他简直就是我们的工程师。”
通过这次合作，Joe 和他的团队第一次深刻体会到了分工和协作的力量，最终他们的水火箭飞得非常高，成功发射。“这是我们第一次将默契具象化，每个人贡献出自己最擅长的部分，大家的配合让整个项目取得了巨大的成功。” Joe 说，正是通过这次合作，他们不仅学到了空气动力学，还加深了彼此的默契，成为了真正的团队。
在学业上，Joe 喜欢帮助朋友们解决难题，尤其是数学和物理。他的逻辑思维能力十分出色，总能用最简洁的方式解释复杂的概念。他笑着说：“其实，学科就像是生活中的工具，很多问题用这些工具就能轻松搞定。”同学们亲切地称他为“运用大王”，他总能巧妙地运用学科知识解释生活中的种种现象。
04、数学与物理的探索者：他用公式书写对世界的热爱
Joe 对数学和物理的热爱，始于初三时的一次偶然发现。那时，他第一次接触微积分，被其精妙的逻辑深深吸引。“数学不仅仅是冰冷的公式，它是一种理解世界的语言。”Joe 说。他发现，速度（v）可以写作 ds/dt，加速度（a）则是 dv/dt，这些看似枯燥的符号背后，实际上蕴藏着宇宙的运行规律。
在肯思，他将这种对数学和物理的兴趣进一步深化，屡获 AMC12、UKMT 数学竞赛、英国物理奥林匹克竞赛的佳绩，并参与了“学生领袖物理交流社”。他和成员们一起，利用 Excel 进行卫星轨道的迭代计算，甚至在游戏《Kerbal Space Program 2》中模拟航天任务。Joe 发现，他的思维方式已经远远超越了课本知识，数学公式甚至可以帮助他分析篮球的抛物线轨迹和排球扣球的原理。
对他而言，数学和物理不仅仅是学科，更是一种生活方式——一种以公式书写世界的方式。每当面对复杂的物理问题时，他会不自觉地用数学的语言去解构它，去寻找隐藏在每个现象背后的原理。
在这条学术之路上，Joe 得到了潘老师和 Thomas 的巨大帮助。潘老师不仅是他数学学习上的导师，总能用精准的方式点拨他，让他在备战竞赛时少走弯路。而 Thomas 则在物理方面给予了他深远的影响，教会了 Joe 如何用更系统的思维去解决复杂的问题。
每次上课前，Thomas 总会问他一句：“Joe，are you happy today?”这句话看似简单，然而对 Joe 来说，它却早已成为一种温暖的仪式，提醒他无论学习多么艰难，心情始终是最重要的。两位老师的帮助，不仅使他在数学和物理的道路上走得更远，也坚定了他未来深造的决心。
05、远山乡村的温暖：他用奔跑点燃孩子们的梦想
Joe 的温暖远不止体现在校园内，他还将这份爱与热情带到了遥远的乡村。暑假期间，Joe 作为志愿者，来到了四川阆中的一所山区小学。那里，孩子们没有先进的教学设施，甚至没有足够的课本，但他们对知识的渴望却深深打动了他。
在一年级的课堂上，Joe 用幽默风趣的方式让孩子们爱上学习，还特地带来了糖果奖励他们的努力。最具挑战的是七年级的数学课，为了帮助学生们理解抽象的公式，他突发奇想，亲自扮演成一辆正在加速的汽车，在教室里变速奔跑着讲解数学概念。每一次奔跑，他都希望孩子们能够感受到数学的速度和动力。课后，当他看到计步软件上显示的 20000 多步时，他感到一种从未有过的满足感。
当他离开学校时，孩子们送给他一叠手工制作的卡片，上面写满了对他的感谢和祝福。看到这些卡片，Joe 再也忍不住泪流满面。那一刻，他深深感受到自己的付出得到了回报，也更加坚定了要用知识改变他人命运的信念。
05、未来的他：将肯思精神带向更远的地方
Joe的故事，是肯思精神的生动体现。在这里，每一个学生都被鼓励去探索自己的潜力，去追求自己的梦想。无论是学术上的突破，还是运动场上的拼搏，亦或是社区中的温暖奉献，肯思都为他们提供了最坚实的支持。
在采访中，Joe用“关怀、挑战、成长”三个词来总结自己对肯思的感受。他说：“肯思是一所充满关怀的学校，老师们无时无刻不在关心每一个学生的成长与发展，给予每个人源源不断的支持和鼓励。”肯思的关怀体现在每一个细节中。
无论是升学老师涂老师的耐心指导，还是数学老师潘老师的精准点拨，亦或是物理老师Thomas的系统思维训练，每一位老师都在用他们的专业与热情，帮助学生找到自己的方向。Joe回忆道：“涂老师总是能在我最迷茫的时候，给我最温暖的鼓励和最实际的建议。他让我明白，升学不仅仅是拿到offer，更是一个自我探索的过程。”
谈到肯思精神时，Joe感慨道：“肯思精神在我这里就是传承。”他接过上一任学长的火炬，带着对肯思的深厚情感，决心将这种精神传递给下一代学弟学妹。他希望，无论是排球队、篮球队，还是学术上的探索，都能将肯思精神继续发扬光大。每一个学子的成长故事，都如同这份精神的延续，成为了肯思大家庭中重要的一部分。
肯思，不仅是一所学校，更是一个让梦想生根发芽的地方。在这里，学生们不仅得到知识的滋养，更在关怀与挑战中收获成长与力量。每个人都在这里找到了属于自己的方向，发现了自己无限的可能性。正如Joe所说：“肯思给予了我追逐梦想的勇气和力量，帮助我成为了更好的自己。”
这一场关于成长的旅程，并不会因毕业而结束。它只是另一个新征程的开始…
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01、Four years at KCS:A warm journey of growth.
Four years ago, Joe entered KCS as a seed full of curiosity and unease about the future. Today, he stands tall like a tree, with deep roots in this community. He is a leader on the basketball court, the heart of his “F4” friend group, an explorer in math and physics, and currently the student with the most college offers. Behind these labels lies a story of growth, warmth, and perseverance.
02、On the basketball court,he's not just the captain, but the team's anchor.
Since childhood, Joe has been called a "prodigy" for his academic and athletic abilities. What truly sets him apart, however, is his "in-depth analysis" of basketball. For him, basketball is not just a hobby; it's a window to explore the physical world.
He often breaks down dribbling, shooting, and dunking in game videos, using A-level physics to analyze the principles behind these movements. "Sports are not just physical actions; there's a lot of science behind them," he says.
In the school team, Joe grew from a regular player to the core of the team, ultimately becoming captain. In the "King’s Cup" finals in Hangzhou, despite biased refereeing, he stayed calm and composed. As the game reached a crucial moment, he accurately predicted the defender's jump timing, adjusted his shot rhythm, and paused mid-air to avoid a second defender, sinking the ball smoothly into the basket. That shot boosted the entire team's morale, leading them to victory. As captain, Joe knew his responsibility went beyond scoring—he focused on lifting the team's spirit. Before games, he often led chants to inspire and strengthen the sense of unity: "1, 2, 3, Kings!"
For Joe, basketball is more than a sport—it's how he understands the world and connects with his teammates. Few know, however, that his leadership qualities were not innate. Early on, after a mistake during a game, he stayed late one cold winter night to practice shooting, despite the biting wind and soaked shirt. In that moment, he realized: "A true leader isn't one who never makes mistakes, but one who faces them and rises again."
03、F4 Friendship Circle:He’s the "always there" friend.
Joe has never been one to go with the flow; he has always stood out with his unique personality, expressing his opinions and inspiring those around him. He formed a close-knit group called "F4" with a few friends, and they were nearly inseparable. Whether in class, playing basketball, studying late, or debating whether pizza should have yogurt, they were always together. Joe easily sparked conversation, whether sharing an interesting idea in class or leading a discussion on math problems during break. He’s not just a friend but the group's pillar.
The most unforgettable experience for Joe and his "F4" team was their first project making water rockets. It was their first time truly working together, facing challenges as a team. As Joe put it, "This was our first project as a group, and it was meaningful." They decided to launch the water rocket using air pressure principles, with each team member contributing their strengths.
Joe and his "F4" team’s most memorable experience was building a water rocket together. "We borrowed a hot glue gun from our art teacher and built the rocket by hand," Joe recalls. Each team member played to their strengths—Joe designed and built the rocket, while others worked on the English report and glue application. "Max was our engineer with the glue," Joe says.
Through this project, they learned the power of collaboration, and their rocket soared high. "It was our first time turning teamwork into action, and everyone’s contribution led to great success," Joe adds. They not only learned about aerodynamics but also deepened their bond as a team.
Academically, Joe loves helping his friends solve problems, especially in math and physics. With his sharp logical thinking, he simplifies complex concepts effortlessly. "Subjects are like tools in life; many problems can be easily solved with them," he says. His classmates affectionately call him the "King of Application," as he skillfully uses academic knowledge to explain everyday phenomena.
04、Explorer of Math and Physics:He expresses his love for theworld through formulas.
Joe's passion for math and physics began in eighth grade when he first encountered calculus. "Math isn't just cold formulas; it's a language for understanding the world," he says. He discovered that velocity (v) is written as ds/dt, and acceleration (a) as dv/dt—symbols that reveal the laws of the universe.
At KCS, Joe deepened this interest, excelling in AMC12, UKMT, and the UK Physics Olympiad, while also joining the "Student Leader Physics Exchange." He worked with peers to calculate satellite orbits using Excel and simulate space missions in Kerbal Space Program 2. For Joe, math and physics are more than subjects; they are a way of life, helping him analyze everything from basketball trajectories to volleyball spikes. Each complex problem is an opportunity to use mathematical language to uncover the principles behind every phenomenon.
On his academic journey, Joe received invaluable guidance from Mr. Pan and Thomas. Mr. Pan, his math mentor, provided clear insights that helped him avoid unnecessary detours during competition preparation. Thomas, on the other hand, deeply influenced his approach to physics, teaching him to tackle complex problems with a more systematic mindset. Before every lesson, Thomas would ask, "Joe, are you happy today?" This simple question became a warm ritual for Joe, reminding him that, despite academic challenges, his well-being always comes first. The support of these two teachers not only advanced his knowledge but also strengthened his resolve for further studies.
05、Warmth of the Village:Igniting Dreams Through Running
Joe’s warmth extends beyond campus. During the summer, he volunteered at a rural school in Sichuan, where, despite limited resources, the children's thirst for knowledge deeply moved him.
In the first-grade class, Joe made learning fun with humor and brought candy to reward the students' efforts. The most challenging was the seventh-grade math lesson, where he creatively acted as an accelerating car to help students understand abstract formulas. With each run, he hoped the students could feel the speed and dynamics of math. Afterward, seeing over 20,000 steps on his pedometer, he felt a sense of fulfillment like never before.
When he left the school, the children gave him a stack of handmade cards filled with thanks and well-wishes. Seeing these cards, Joe couldn't hold back his tears. In that moment, he deeply felt that his efforts had been appreciated, and it reinforced his belief in using knowledge to change the lives of others.
05、His future:Carrying the spirit of KCS to greater heights.
Joe's story is a vivid embodiment of the spirit of KCS. Here, every student is encouraged to explore their potential and pursue their dreams. Whether it’s academic breakthroughs, athletic perseverance, or warm community contributions, KCS provides the strongest support for them.
In the interview, Joe summed up his feelings about KCS with three words: "care, challenge, growth." He said, "KCS is a school filled with care, where teachers are always concerned about the growth and development of each student, offering continuous support and encouragement." The care at KCS is reflected in every detail. Whether it's the patient guidance from admissions teacher Ms. Tu, the precise advice from math teacher Mr. Pan, or the systematic thinking training from physics teacher Mr. Thomas, every teacher uses their expertise and passion to help students find their direction. Joe recalled, "Ms. Tu always gave me the warmest encouragement and the most practical advice when I felt lost. She taught me that the college application process isn't just about getting offers, it's a journey of self-discovery."
When talking about the spirit of KCS, Joe said, "For me, the KCS spirit is about passing the torch." He took on the responsibility from the senior before him, carrying a deep affection for KCS and determined to pass on this spirit to the next generation. He hopes that whether it's the volleyball team, the basketball team, or academic exploration, the KCS spirit will continue to thrive. Each student's growth story is like the continuation of this spirit, becoming an important part of the KCS family.
KCS is more than just a school; it’s a place where dreams take root and grow. Here, students are not only nourished with knowledge but also gain strength and growth through care and challenges. Everyone finds their own path and discovers their boundless potential. As Joe said, "KCS gave me the courage and strength to chase my dreams and helped me become a better version of myself."
This journey of growth
does not end with graduation
It is simply the beginning of a new chapter...
The story of youth continues.
Let’s look forward to the next graduate,who will share their own chapter with you...
— To be continued.
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