
Tan Meizhen
Tan Meizhen is an inspirational educator and the principal of a remote school located at an altitude of 1,390 meters in Hunan Province, China. Having once been a student at this school, she returned to her hometown to prevent its closure when it was down to just 13 students and one teacher. Through her dedication and innovative educational strategies, she revitalized the school, attracting support from university student volunteers and local authorities. Tan is passionate about providing quality education and emotional support to the children, many of whom are left behind by their parents who seek work in distant cities. Her story highlights the profound impact of love and community engagement in education.
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Tan Meizhen returned to her hometown to help save the only primary school in her village.
新视记|云端学校的一束光——海拔1390米的守望 _光明网

