MY SCHOOL (ESC 3)

 About My School 

Language Functions: 

1. Introducing Oneself

When students play the role of a new student, they need to introduce themselves clearly and confidently. They can use the following phrases and expand on them with more details.

Basic Phrases:

• "Hi, my name is [Name]. I’m new here."
• "I just moved here from [previous school/city]."

Extended Phrases:

• "Hello, everyone. My name is [Name], and I'm excited to be here. I recently transferred from [previous school. I'm looking forward to making new friends and joining some fun activities."

2. Asking About the School

Students should be able to ask specific and open-ended questions to learn more about their new school.

Basic Questions:

• "What clubs/extracurricular can I join?"
• "Are there any special events coming up?"

Extended Questions:

• "Can you tell me about the different clubs and extracurricular activities available here?"
• "What sports teams does the school have, and how can I join them?"
• "Are there any upcoming events or school traditions I should know about?"

3. Describing the School

Current students need to provide detailed and encouraging information about the school's facilities, activities, and overall environment.

Basic Descriptions:

• "We have a great basketball team."
• "Our library has a lot of resources for studying."

Extended Descriptions:

• "Our school has a fantastic football team that competes at the state level. The coach is really supportive, and we practice three times a week."
• "The library is one of my favorite places. It has a huge collection of books, study materials, and computers. Plus, there's a quiet study area where you can focus on your homework."
• "Our canteen serves delicious and healthy meals, and it's a great place to hang out during breaks."

4. Welcoming a New Student

When welcoming a new student, current students should be friendly and helpful, making the newcomer feel at ease.

Basic Phrases:

• "Welcome to our school!"
• "If you have any questions, feel free to ask."

Extended Phrases:

• "Welcome to our school! I’m [Name], and I’d be happy to show you around. Let me know if you need any help."
• "Our teachers are very approachable, and the students are always willing to lend a hand. You'll find it easy to adjust here."

Example Dialogues

Introducing Oneself

Student A (New Student):

• "Hi, my name is Alex. I’m new here."
• "I just moved here from Greenfield High School."

Student B (Current Student):

• "Welcome to our school, Alex! I’m Taylor. If you have any questions, feel free to ask."

Asking About the School

Student A (New Student):

• "What clubs can I join?"

Student B (Current Student):

• "There are many clubs you can join, like the science club, drama club, and debate team. Do you have any specific interests?"

 

Describing the School

Student A (New Student):

• "Can you tell me about the sports teams here?"

Student B (Current Student):

• "Sure! We have a great basketball team that practices three times a week. There’s also soccer, tennis, and track and field. The coaches are really supportive."