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Features

1. School Overview:

A High-Quality International Institution (The Sole School for Returning Overseas Chinese, a Small United Nations)

The Ministry of Education established the "National Overseas Chinese Experimental Senior High School" on Da Guan Road in Banqiao City, Taipei County, in the autumn of 44th year of the Republic of China (1955). It is the only institution in the country dedicated to providing secondary education for returning overseas Chinese students. With a history of 58 years since its founding, the school currently has approximately 78% local students and 22% overseas Chinese students from 28 different countries, making it a culturally diverse international institution. The school has a total of 56 classes (48 in the high school division, including overseas Chinese classes, 3 in the junior high school division, all for overseas Chinese, and 5 language classes, all for overseas Chinese), with a total student population of 1,836. Since the 101st academic year, it has become the only national high school directly under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Education in New Taipei City, which has further increased its resources.

University-Like Campus with Small Class Teaching for a Refined Education

The school campus is vast (12.65 hectares, the largest high school campus in northern Taiwan), providing each student with 22.5 square meters of green space (equivalent to half a classroom), adorned with lush greenery, serene surroundings, and earning the reputation of the 'City of Flowers.' It is an ideal institution for students to cultivate broad horizons, enhance their wisdom, and prepare for university life.

2. Distinctive Programs:

The Only National Comprehensive High School in New Taipei City with Diverse Pathways to Higher Education

The school is the only national comprehensive high school under the Ministry of Education in New Taipei City, offering diverse pathways to higher education. Each student can apply for universities and two-year colleges, providing a wider range of educational options compared to regular high schools. Additionally, the school's diverse student body, including overseas Chinese students from different countries, makes it a truly international high school.

Solid and Outstanding "Sports Classes" Dominating Taiwan and Gaining International Recognition

Each grade level has one sports class, admitting students through non-exam enrollment. These classes include both male and female volleyball players and taekwondo athletes. These teams have consistently demonstrated strong capabilities and achieved numerous victories. In the 99th and 100th academic years, they won consecutive championships in both the High School Volleyball League (HVL) for boys and girls, setting national records.

Offering Second Foreign Language as a Formal Curriculum, Pioneering in High Schools

The school offers courses in applied Japanese, French, English, and Korean, and is the first high school in the country to introduce Indonesian as a second foreign language elective. To highlight the school's overseas Chinese education characteristics, classes are conducted in small groups of no more than twenty students, and language learning is integrated into real-life situations through activities like language experience camps, such as the "Japanese Language Experience Camp."

Information Application Curriculum" Keeping Pace with the Cutting-Edge

In addition to regular academic and natural science programs, the school offers an "Information Application Program" that provides students with more choices to suit their aptitude. Students utilize state-of-the-art computer labs for classes and engage in online learning, connecting to the internet for subjects including communication and networks, multimedia applications, and databases.

Implementing an English Strengthening Program

The school promotes English vocabulary testing for the entire school population and awards English VQ competence certificates. It also offers the LiveABC online learning system for students to enhance their English skills anytime, thereby raising the overall English proficiency and competitiveness of the school.

Learning Enhancement Program for Underprivileged Students

Through a quality improvement program funded by the school, the weakest 5% of students in subjects like Chinese, English, and mathematics voluntarily participate in after-school reinforcement classes to boost their confidence and academic performance. Excellent students serve as peer tutors to help their younger peers understand and excel in their studies, resulting in excellent outcomes.

3. Student Activities:

Vibrant Clubs Fostering Talents

The school offers 32 clubs in various categories, including language, physical coordination, music, visual arts, logical thinking, and interpersonal relationships. Students can develop their talents outside of the classroom, showcasing their youthful energy. Annual events such as the Hundred Flowers Festival feature club performances, and the school participates in inter-school club exhibitions and exchanges.

Active Participation in International Educational Travel and Exchange Activities

The school organizes annual international educational trips to Japan and hosts students from Japan, Singapore, mainland China, Hong Kong, the United States, and other countries for educational exchange visits. These activities broaden students' international perspectives and provide practical experiences.

Volleyball Dominance: Conquering Taiwan and Earning Global Recognition

The school's male and female volleyball teams, which have been a key focus of development, have produced numerous outstanding volleyball players who have gained recognition worldwide. In addition to winning three consecutive championships in the High School Volleyball League (HVL) for boys, they also won the World School Volleyball Championship (ISF) in 2008. In 2009, they received the National Elite Sports Team Award in the sports category. In the 99th and 100th academic years, they once again clinched championships in both the HVL for boys and girls, setting a national record.

Encouraging Participation in both Intra and Inter-School Competitions with Outstanding Results

The school won first place in the High School Division of Biology in the 2010 National Science Fair. In 2011, the school participated in the World Education Expo, winning gold medals in both the Taiwan and World Local Leader Project competitions.

4. Facilities:

Modern and Internationally Standardized Sports Facilities, Fostering a Strong Sports Culture

The school boasts an international-standard multi-purpose volleyball hall and a large indoor sports arena, a standard 400-meter PU track and field, and numerous basketball and tennis courts.
The swimming pool is outsourced to the "Overseas Chinese High School Aquatic Club" and offers a blend of teaching, recreation, stress relief, and training services. Its quality and management have received widespread acclaim and are the first choice for training among various schools and organizations in New Taipei City.

Diverse and Environmentally Friendly Food Street Restaurants

The student cafeteria offers affordable and diverse meals in a food street-style setting, including noodle stations, self-service areas, breakfast bars, and beverage stations. It serves approximately 1,300 students for lunch and 500 students for breakfast and dinner each day. The school is committed to environmental sustainability by using recyclable iron lunchboxes and insulated containers, aligning with the school's commitment to environmental conservation and justice.

Elegant and Quiet Library Environment for Night Self-Study

The school offers night self-study sessions in the library, accommodating up to 300 students in an elegant and peaceful environment. Air conditioning is available during the summer, and teachers provide supervision and academic guidance, resulting in excellent learning and management efficiency. Night self-study at the school allows students to save a significant amount of time during peak traffic hours. If each student saves 2 hours per day, they gain an extra 730 hours per year, equivalent to 2,190 hours over three years, which can be utilized for focused academic preparation and significantly improving their chances of being admitted to national universities.

5. School Management Characteristics:

Comprehensive and Adaptive Education for All Students.
An Experimental Education Integrating Overseas Chinese and Local Students.
The Only Specialized School in the Country for Cultivating Overseas Chinese Students for Return and Higher Education.
Home to the "Chinese Language Teaching Center," the Only High School in the Country with Such a Facility.
Overseas Chinese Students as a Valuable Resource for Various Foreign Languages, Providing Local Students with Opportunities to Practice Foreign Languages Without Going Abroad.
The Only High School Offering an Elective Course in Indonesian.

6. Future Development Prospects:

Continued development of experimental education that integrates overseas Chinese and local students.
Development of the "Da Guan Arts Education Campus," collaborating closely with National Taiwan University of Arts, Da Guan Junior High School, Da Guan Elementary School, and Zhongshan Elementary School, driving the distinctive "Art Education Campus" in New Taipei City.
Strengthening student character education, promoting positive values and learning attitudes, and actively nurturing internationally competitive talents.
Active development of international education, expanding students' international perspectives, and enhancing their language skills in various foreign languages.
Research and development of school-based distinctive programs and the establishment of the school's distinctive strengths.
Development of comprehensive, adaptive education to cultivate diverse talents for the nation

History

Overseas Chinese as the Mother of Revolution

The government has always attached great importance to overseas Chinese education since its relocation to Taiwan. In order to promote our rich 5,000-year-old culture overseas and meet the needs of overseas compatriots' children to learn Chinese culture, the National Overseas Chinese Experimental High School was established in the autumn of 44th year of the Republic of China (1955) on the former site of the Taipei County Park. The school covers an area of 14.67 hectares, located in the prime area of Banqiao, surrounded by clear streams, lush vegetation, and a spacious and tranquil environment, making it an excellent educational institution. On October 21 of the same year, the school building was completed, and the opening ceremony for the first semester of the 44th academic year was held simultaneously. This date was subsequently designated as the "School Anniversary" to symbolize the spiritual connection between the school and overseas compatriots worldwide.

The Ministry of Education conducted experiments in teaching German and French, and established a high school experimental class.

At the beginning of its founding, the school had a junior high school division, a high school division, a regular teacher training program, and a pre-university preparatory class for overseas Chinese students. In the 51st year of the Republic of China, due to the dissatisfaction of mainland compatriots with the persecution by the Chinese Communist Party, there was a "May Exodus," leading the government to facilitate the education of mainland youths in Taiwan, thus allowing the school to admit students from mainland China.

In the autumn of the 52nd year of the Republic of China, the Ministry of Education conducted experiments in dividing natural sciences in junior high school and allowing high school students to choose to study German and French. It was ordered that from the 52nd year of the Republic of China, local high school students would be admitted to establish a high school experimental class. In the 56th year of the Republic of China, a "Preparatory Class for Overseas Chinese Students" was established for graduates of primary schools for the sons and daughters of overseas Chinese in Thailand, Cambodia, and Laos or students with equivalent qualifications. This class offered a curriculum equivalent to that of a senior elementary school to prepare them for junior high school.

There were three different systems in the school system: primary school, junior high school, and high school.

In the spring of the 60th year of the Republic of China, and again in the 67th year of the Republic of China, preparatory classes were established for students from countries such as Pakistan and Turkey to receive education in their homeland, specializing in one year of Chinese language courses. After completion, they were distributed to other schools for further studies.

In the 64th year of the Republic of China, temporary training classes were held for the sons and daughters of overseas Chinese refugees from Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos, lasting for three months. After completion, they were distributed to various schools according to their preferences. In the 67th academic year, the school acted as an agent for the Chinese Mainland Disaster Relief Association to provide a one-year Chinese language training program, after which students were distributed to various schools based on their proficiency. Therefore, the school had students at different levels in terms of the education system. In the 68th year of the Republic of China, the school was renamed the "National Overseas Chinese Experimental Senior High School."

Geographically, in addition to returning overseas Chinese students, there were also students from mainland China, students from other countries, and local students. In the 71st academic year, the school was ordered to conduct experiments in junior high school education and admit students from the Fuzhou area in Banqiao, the location of the school. This continued until the 81st year of the Republic of China when local junior high school students from the Fuzhou area were no longer admitted.

In the 85th year of the Republic of China, following the instructions of the Ministry of Education, the school conducted curriculum experiments for comprehensive high schools and added programs in information application and applied foreign languages. Therefore, the school not only brought together young people from all over the world but also had a diversified development.

Balancing education for overseas Chinese and regular high school education

In the 78th year of the Republic of China, the school established the "Chinese Language Teaching Center" to provide short-term language training for overseas Chinese students who were not proficient in Chinese, aiming to cultivate their listening, speaking, reading, and writing abilities and help them adapt to local habits. Due to changing times and social transformations, coupled with the rising cost of living and increased competition for higher education in Taiwan, the number of overseas Chinese students returning to Taiwan has been decreasing year by year. As of today, overseas Chinese students account for approximately 26% of the total school population, with a total of over four hundred students. Despite the declining numbers, the school continues to fulfill its mission of providing education for overseas Chinese students and regular high school education. The school's faculty and staff spare no effort in caring for all students with love, concern, and patience, with the aim of realizing the function of high school education and nurturing well-rounded, physically and mentally healthy young individuals. To adapt to changing trends, the "Chinese Language Teaching Center" was renamed the "Chinese Language and Culture Teaching Center" in the winter of the 101st year of the Republic of China, expanding the scope of its courses.

On February 1, 2015, the school was renamed the "National Overseas Chinese Senior High School."

Current Principal Mr. Cheng Wen-Yang and Past Principals

The school was initially planned by Mr. Jiang Jianbai, former Director of the General Education Department of the Ministry of Education, with Mr. Xie Youwei as the first principal, followed by Mr. Su Huikeng, Mr. Yu Hanliang, Mr. Wang Yuanhui, Mr. He Yixin, Mr. Cui Deli, Mr. Yu Hanliang once again, Mr. Huang Jianbin, Mr. Liu Anyu, Mr. Zheng Jie, Mr. Qiu Zuxian, Mr. Wen Zhenquan, Ms. Zhang Bijuan, Mr. Zhang Minghua, Mr. Zhu Fuyu, Mr. Cai Zisong, and the current principal, Mr. Cheng Wen-Yang, took office on August 1, 2017.

The school has a history of 68 years since its founding. Due to the diligent planning of past principals and the hard work and dedication of faculty and staff, the school has established a solid foundation in various aspects. In the future, it is expected to continue building on this foundation, striving for even greater excellence.