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Lee's Summit West Student Embarks on Life-Changing China Experience

Kendall Fohn, an incoming sophomore and Chinese lll student at Lee's Summit West High School, recently returned from a transformative cultural exchange trip to China with the Youth Leadership in China (YLC) program this past summer.

Nominated by her Chinese teacher, Liang May Lee, Kendall was selected as the sole representative from the Midwest to participate in the YLC program, organized by the China Institute in America. Kendall’s selection for the program was based on her academic excellence, leadership skills and a demonstrated commitment to cross-cultural understanding.

Looking back on her experience, Kendall shared, “This trip helped me gain a deeper appreciation for Chinese culture. It was an incredible opportunity to build friendships and improve my language skills.”

Kendall’s involvement in the YLC program demonstrates her dedication to global citizenship and cultural exchange, serving as an inspiration to her peers and the broader community.

Kendall Fohn, pictured second person on the left, in Beijing, the capital city of China.
Kendall-pictured third person from the right on the front row.
Kendall in the middle completing the regional cuisine cooking class.
Kendall in the middle poses with other students for a picture
Kendall-pictured sixth person from the left in the front row.