qing lin

Educator/Teacher

I am a teacher who cares deeply about my students’ growth and well-being. In our school, we always encourage students to be confident, try new things, and believe in themselves. I enjoy helping them explore their ideas and discover what they are passionate about. The TEDx idea of "Ideas Worth Spreading" matches what I believe in. Every day, I see students with great ideas, but many of these ideas stay inside the classroom. I want to give them a stage to share their thoughts, creativity, and stories with more people. I believe that when students speak up, they can inspire others and make a real difference.

I am passionate about helping students grow and believe in themselves. I care deeply about their well-being, their confidence, and their ability to share ideas. I enjoy creating a school environment where students feel safe to explore new things, think deeply, and express their thoughts. I also care about giving students a voice. I believe their ideas are powerful and should be heard, not just in the classroom, but by the whole community. That’s why I’m excited to organize a TEDxYouth event. It gives students a chance to speak up, inspire others, and become leaders. Finally, I am passionate about teaching skills that matter in the real world—like communication, critical thinking, and creativity. I want students to be ready for the future and proud of who they are.

Many young people have great ideas, but they often stay silent because they think they are too young, not ready, or not important enough. As a teacher, I’ve seen how powerful it is when students feel heard. When we listen to them, they grow in confidence. They begin to believe in themselves and inspire others. I believe that every student has a voice that matters. Their thoughts, dreams, questions, and even fears are part of who they are—and worth sharing. When we give them a stage, a platform, or simply time to speak, amazing things can happen. We need to stop waiting for students to grow up to be "leaders one day." They can lead now—through their words, creativity, and courage.

I became a TEDx volunteer because I believe in the power of young people and their ideas. From the first moment I joined the team, I saw how much hard work goes into creating a TEDx event—but I also saw how meaningful it is. As a volunteer, I helped plan, organize, and support the speakers. The most unforgettable part was watching shy students become confident speakers. I saw them go from unsure to proud—sharing their stories, dreams, and ideas on stage. That moment of transformation reminded me why I love being an educator. TEDx is not just an event. It’s a journey. It brings people together. It gives students a voice. And it inspires change—inside the speaker, the audience, and even in the organizer. That’s why I want to keep sharing the TEDx spirit. Because one idea, one story, and one stage can change everything.

Many people see me as a math teacher who focuses on numbers and logic. But what they don’t always see is how much I care about helping students express their thoughts, feelings, and ideas—especially those who are shy or unsure. I’m good at noticing the quiet student with a powerful story, or the creative thinker who needs encouragement. I help them feel safe, confident, and ready to speak up—whether it’s in class, on stage, or in life. It’s one of my favorite parts of being a teacher: not just teaching, but guiding students to believe in themselves and know that their voice matters.