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Dear [Foreign Teacher's Name],

Thank you for your questions and concerns regarding the contract renewal. Below are the detailed responses to your inquiries:

1. **Salary and Benefits**: Due to the current operational situation, we are unable to offer a salary increase or adjustments to related benefits at this time, including rent subsidies or coverage for your wife’s medical insurance.

2. **Work Schedule**: According to the updated academic calendar released on 02/12, the total number of working days this semester has been reduced (200 days in total, starting from 02/12 for all teachers). The specific schedule for the 2025-26 academic year will be subject to the regulations from the Guangzhou Education Bureau and further notifications. Please refer to the final published calendar once it is available.

3. **Christmas Holiday**: We understand the importance of the Christmas holiday for foreign teachers. In the 2025-26 academic calendar, we will aim to retain 3 days of winter vacation for foreign teachers, depending on available policies and resources.

4. **Overtime and Market Promotion Activities**: Participation in market promotion activities (at least 3 times during the contract period) is already included in the contract and will not be considered overtime. No additional compensation will be provided for work on market promotion days, but this is reflected in the overall contract package.

5. **Winter and Summer Camp Compensation**: As in previous years, foreign teachers who participate in winter and summer camps will receive additional compensation on top of their regular salary. Please note that the compensation for foreign teachers participating in these camps is higher than for local teachers and childcare workers. If you do not participate, this additional compensation will not apply.

6. **Contract Duration**: We respect your decision to opt for a one-year contract; however, please be aware that this will require you to participate in at least one winter or summer camp and at least 3 market promotion activities each year. Compared to a long-term contract, your flexibility may be more limited.

7. **Notice Period**: The notice period for the contract is set to a minimum of 90 days in advance, based on the actual recruitment needs, in order to ensure a smooth transition and sufficient time to find a suitable replacement.

8. **Contract Changes and Resignation Notice**: Your current contract includes a 60-day resignation notice period. However, as the school needs to plan staffing in advance, we provided you with the contract renewal draft during the period of 01/14-15 and allowed ample time for you to review it. Additionally, it is common practice to reserve suitable candidates for teaching positions each year, particularly as the process of finding qualified candidates typically requires at least 6 months to a year in advance. We always prioritize the preferences of current staff, but in order to ensure staffing stability and to avoid disruptions to teaching schedules due to temporary vacancies, such measures are necessary.

Additionally, the school encourages teachers to offer after-school classes and provides flexibility in setting their own pricing. This offers an opportunity for teaching assistants and teachers who are not currently offering courses to earn additional income.

These are our responses to your inquiries. Should you have any further questions or wish to discuss anything further, please feel free to contact us.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Best regards,  
[Your Name]  
[Your Position]  
[School/Company Name]