Concordia Attend World Expo of Synthetic Biology in Paris
The Concordia iGEM team recently returned from a successful trip to the World Expo of Synthetic Biology in Paris, where they showcased their innovative project and earned high praise from experts.Over three days, they attended cutting-edge talks, networked with professionals, and engaged with peers worldwide.The highlight of the expo was their presentation, which was lauded as one of the best of the year by fellow instructors and iGEM staff. This earned the team a Silver Medal Award and a nomination for Best High School Presentation.High School teacher David Doyle shared that seeing how well the students handled pressure, presented themselves, and communicated their work was the "proudest moment" of his career.
Wellington Celebrates 10 Years of Building a Global Community
Wellington College International Shanghai celebrated its 10th anniversary with a ceremony featuring stirring performances from pupils past and present.There were also some heartfelt remarks from Wellington College China's Founder and Chairman, Joy Qiao; Sir Anthony Seldon, the Founding Director of Wellington College Education; and Xu Erjin, Chairman of the Lujiazui Group.The Wellington Shanghai community then came together for an outdoor concert on campus. It featured musical performances by Wellington's talented pupils and teachers, as well as professional acrobats, a magician and the NYU Shanghai A Capella Choir.Appropriately, all 3000 concertgoers were treated to some birthday cake. The evening then concluded with a spectacular synchronized drone show that lit up the night sky over the Qiantan New Bund Area.Worldwise Shakespeare Festival at Dulwich Pudong
All the world's a stage – and recently it was Dulwich Pudong's turn to play their part. They hosted 130 students from nine Dulwich and Dehong schools for a three-day Worldwise Shakespeare Festival, in collaboration with Royal Shakespeare Company Creative Learning and Engagement.Based around the theme 'Journeys,' the festival explored the connection between Shakespeare's works and issues that are important to students today, such as climate change and rapid advances in technology such as AI.Students took part in nine immersive workshops led by five RSC Associate Learning Practitioners, and each night three schools brought their incredible final performances to the stage.Performing arts are an important part of College life, and there was a real sense of collaboration and camaraderie throughout the festival.Congratulations to all the student performers and to everyone involved in organizing such an amazing event!NAIS Pudong Students John Locke Essay Competition Finalists
Recently two NAIS Pudong students were selected as finalists for the John Locke Essay Writing competition, with current Year 13 Yeonjin K since being awarded a High Commendation overall, securing not only the prestige that comes from the competition, but also a valued scholarship for a residential programmer with the John Locke Institute in Singapore.The John Locke Essay Writing Competition invites students to explore and express their ideas on themes related to philosophy, politics, and social theory. Encouraging critical thinking and eloquent writing, it is open to participants from various educational levels.Essay prizes were judged by a panel of academics drawn from leading universities including Oxford and Princeton, under the leadership of the Chairman of Examiners, former Cambridge philosopher, Dr. Jamie Whyte.Congratulations to Yeonjin on this incredible achievement!Britannica Students Become Published Authors
Recently, Year 5 students at Britannica International School embarked on an exciting writing project inspired by the beloved Mr Men and Little Miss book series. The initiative, titled 'Mr. Brit and Little Miss Annica,' not only allowed students to engage their creativity, but also aligned seamlessly with the school values of excellence, respect, compassion, integrity, and responsibility.By embodying these principles in their stories, students crafted meaningful narratives that resonate with important life lessons.They then used an online platform to craft their books from cover to cover, importing their text and hand-drawn images.The culmination of the project was the publishing of the books, with each student receiving a printed copy of their work, which are now available in the Britannica school library.To arrange a bespoke tour of Britannica International School Shanghai and check it out for yourself scan the QR below:
Passion Shapes Success Through Personalized Pathways at Dulwich Puxi
Exciting news from Dulwich College Shanghai Puxi! Year 13 student, Jack, received top recognition at the TEC 'Guarding the Future' Exhibition, winning two prestigious awards: the Best Design Award for his 3D art piece 'Alpha' and the Best Visual Award for his 2D animation 'Hierarchy.'Jack's dedication and talent, nurtured through Dulwich's personalized pathways, have opened new doors – he has been awarded a scholarship to the School of Visual Arts in New York, a leader in the education of artists, designers and creative professionals for more than 70 years, and the top arts college in the United States. It marks an incredible next step in his artistic journey.And the excitement doesn't end there! Year 8 student, Chris, also shone brightly, winning the Best Creativity Award for his innovative AI artwork 'Bird on a Rod.'Dulwich Puxi is committed to providing personalized pathways that let every student shine and achieve greatness in their chosen passions!SAS Career Immersion: Professional Musician
Shanghai American School launched a new Career Immersion Program for high school students. This innovative program connects students with professionals, giving them a firsthand look at career options within a given field.Students with a potential interest in a music career spent the day with the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra, receiving an exclusive behind-the-scenes view.This including attending a private rehearsal led by conductor Yi Huang, as well as career discussions with Principal Cellist Lin Zhu, and Principal Horn Peter Solomon.These musicians shared the joys and challenges of their work, inspiring students to consider if music as a profession might be the right fit for them.BISS Students Visit MIT
