Student Stories

Real experiences and success stories from our students around the world

Badminton
RPL School Sports Day: Badminton
At RPL School, we encourage students to stay active, make friends, and have fun through sports! Badminton is a light and enjoyable activity where everyone — from beginners to pros — can relax and enjo...
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2025 Nobel Prize
2025 Nobel Prize Overview: The Brilliant Blossoming of Human Intellect in Science and Humanities
The Birth of the Nobel Prize: A Century-Spanning Legacy and Mandate Before focusing on the brilliant achievements of the 2025 laureates, let us trace the origins of this globally preeminent honor. The...
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Tomiichi Murayama
Former Japanese Prime Minister Tomiichi Murayama Passes Away at 101
According to Japanese media reports, former Japanese Prime Minister Tomiichi Murayama passed away on October 17 local time due to old age at a hospital in his hometown of Oita City. He was 101 years o...
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Maria, a high school student, exploring a colorful Chinese grocery store for the first time, surrounded by tea, snacks, and Chinese labels.
From a Small European Town to the World of Chinese – Start Your Journey with RPL
Maria‘s Journey into Chinese Language and Culture Maria is a high school student from a small town in southern France. Her life used to be quiet and predictable, revolving around school, friends, and...
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International student exploring Chinese language and culture, studying characters with textbooks and calligraphy tools
Learning Chinese: A Journey Full of Surprises and Growth
On the road to learning Chinese, everyone has their own starting point and story. Some are fascinated the first time they see the unique shapes of Chinese characters; others are drawn in by the depth ...
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International student experiencing Chinese hospitality with abundant food, drinks, and fun.
Be Careful! When Your Chinese Friend Says “Let's Just Eat a Little”.
If you've just arrived in China, here's one thing you must remember: when your Chinese friend says, “Tonight, let's just eat a little,” don't be fooled into thinking it's going to be a small meal!Wh...
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Illustration of a journey from seeing “Made in China” labels to studying Chinese language and culture in China.
From “Made in China” to Learning Chinese: A Journey of Language and Culture
In every corner of the world, you might spot the familiar phrase “Made in China” — on supermarket shelves, on the bottom of a plate at home, or on the tag of a shirt. It's one of the most common impri...
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