Theme: Dare to Change

In this era of mass information, anything could change within a second. It is increasingly valuable to stay self-conscious and be ourselves. We are often the products of changes in society. We are followers of the trend. However, sometimes, there could be a road fork in our lifetime. Turning left is smooth and crowded, but turning right is muddy and spacious. Which one will you choose? Will you dare to turn right? Will you dare to challenge the norms? Will you dare to change? Therefore, TEDxSoongChingLingSchool focuses on the theme of “Dare to Change” this December, aspiring to encourage more people to challenge themselves and take a step forward with courage and confidence.

Soong Ching Ling School Theatre
No.2 Yehui Rd, Qingpu District
Shanghai, Shanghai, 201700
China

Akiyo Tani

Student

G10 student at Shanghai Soong Ching Ling School (International Division)

Alan Tsoi

Student

G9 student at Shanghai Soong Ching Ling School (International Division)

Ashley Huang

Student

Former G6 student at Shanghai Soong Ching Ling School (International Division)

Clarisse Le Guernic

Arcade Experience Founder & General Manager

Clarisse Le Guernic was born and raised in a small town in France. Since she was 12 years old, she started to learn Chinese and since then felt in love with China, its language and history. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Chinese studies, and a master’s degree in tourism management from Ningbo University in 2019. Her master thesis “Leisure activities of Deaf people in Shanghai” obtained the honors from Ningbo University. As a passionate of history, in March 2020, she started her own company, Arcade Experiences, organizing activities related with Shanghai’s history. Her motto is: “history is not boring!”. With her colleagues, they create activities to mix fun with history and allow more and more people to discover Shanghai’s hidden treasures. In 2022, Arcade Experiences was rated Top 1 “Outdoor Games” in Shanghai. From March to May 2022, she was a volunteer in her community during the lockdown and was interviewed by ChinaDaily, SixthTone, and other medias.

Elaine Orange

Student

G9 student at Shanghai Soong Ching Ling School (International Division)

Eric He

Student

G8 student at Shanghai Soong Ching Ling School (International Division)

Panya Zhu

Student

G8 student at Shanghai Soong Ching Ling School (International Division)

Pete Rogers

Director of Counseling at Community Center Shanghai

Pete Rogers holds a master's degree in clinical psychology from Loyola University, Maryland. He has expertise in working with international school students and their parents to create emotionally vibrant and happy families. He is also passionate about working with corporate partners to help their employees thrive with ongoing programming related to improved mental health, charismatic communication, and navigating conflict with purpose. Currently, he serves as Director of Counseling for Community Center Shanghai as well as CEO for the Rogers Consulting Group.

Shiwen Chen

Student

G8 student at Shanghai Soong Ching Ling School (International Division)