What\x26#39;s been going on in the wonderful world of education!
Blending creativity with compassion, the SCIS Hongqiao Early Childhood Education Art Auction once again turned student artwork into meaningful impact.
Organized by the Parent and Friends Association (PAFA), this year's event—'A Colorful Life'—featured expressive pieces from Nursery to Grade 1 students, capturing themes of identity, family, nature, and imagination.
Families gathered for a night of celebration, community, and giving. With a spirited live auction, silent auction prizes, and raffle fun, the event raised over RMB120,000 to support Heart to Heart Shanghai in funding life-saving surgeries for children with congenital heart disease.
More than a fundraising event, the Art Auction continues to reflect the values that define the SCIS community—empathy, creativity, and shared purpose.
Therapy Dogs & Cats on
Concordia Campus
To ease the stress of AP exam season, Concordia's student-run service club, Sustainable Success, partnered with Paw for Heal to bring therapy dogs and cats to campus, delighting students and offering a much-needed break from the test prep.
Led by pet behavior expert Mr Wu Qi, the visit also gave students the chance to learn practical dog-handling tips while reaping the calming benefits of animal interaction.
Student leaders Rulin H. and Annelie C. shared, "We were thrilled to see the joy this brought."
Activities such as this are just one of many ways Sustainable Success has been championing student wellness throughout the school year.
Dulwich Puxi Student Awarded
Silver CREST by British Science Association
Dulwich College Shanghai Puxi is proud to celebrate the exceptional achievement of Year 11 student Tianle G, who has been awarded a Silver CREST Award by the British Science Association for his independent research into the purity of analgesics—making a first for the Dulwich Puxi community.
The CREST Awards are the UK's leading STEM enrichment program for students aged 5 to 19. Endorsed by universities and industry professionals alike, the Silver Award recognizes sustained, enquiry-based research and the ability to apply scientific thinking to real-world challenges.
Tianle's success is a testament to his scientific curiosity, perseverance, and analytical skill. It also reflects Dulwich Puxi's commitment to nurturing independent thinkers and inspiring academic excellence through a rigorous and holistic approach to education.
YCIS Excels in Maths & Sports
YCIS Shanghai students have recently achieved outstanding results across both academics and athletics.
In mathematics, students earned top awards in the UKMT Intermediate Challenge, AMC8, Math League, and Waterloo CEMC competitions.
Highlights included a perfect UKMT score and three students advancing to the Math League finals in the United States.
In sports, students shone in ACAMIS basketball, SSSA golf, swimming, robotics, football, and gymnastics.
The Pudong girls' basketball team celebrated their third consecutive ACAMIS championship, while YCIS' youngest footballers secured bronze in their debut tournament.
These diverse accomplishments reflect the students' talent, teamwork, and commitment to excellence—hallmarks of the YCIS spirit.
German School 3rd Graders Shine in Peter Pan Musical
The story of Peter Pan, the boy who never wanted to grow up, was brought to life on stage by the third graders at the German School Shanghai as this year's primary school English language musical project.
At the German School Shanghai Hongqiao the spring production is a part of the primary school curriculum for Year 3, and takes place every year with a children's musical.
The project began with a book and film study, leading up to full-fledged auditions, callbacks and months of rehearsals and memorizing lines.
Finally, the time had come and the students showcased impressive language and drama skills on the stage!
BISS x Nord Anglia STEAM Bootcamp Boosts MIT Collaboration
The British International School Shanghai, Puxi hosted a STEAM Bootcamp with three other schools as part of its collaboration with MIT.
The event was a celebration of STEAM subjects—connecting students with hands-on challenges and building creativity and problem-solving skills in exciting, real-world contexts.
Each activity was designed to encourage curiosity, creativity and resilience. Working in mixed-school teams, the students rotated through five fast-paced challenge stations:
Designing protective structures for an egg drop
Building water filtration systems
Constructing bridges using magnets
Creating light-up LED cards
And getting hands-on with Arduino microcontrollers to learn basic coding
Dulwich Pudong Celebrates Annual Founder's Day in Style
For Dulwich Pudong, Founder's Day means only one thing—an unforgettable celebration of a unique community.
Last Saturday, thousands of students, parents, staff, alumni, and guests came together for this popular annual event.
From stunning stage and arena performances and a vibrant art exhibition to delicious food stalls, thrilling sports and joyful activities, Dulwich Pudong's campus was buzzing with energy and smiles all day long.
The event concluded with a spectacular 90-minute concert finale featuring 300 performers.
More than just a festival, Founder's Day is a true celebration of connection, creativity, and community spirit.
Britannica Shines in British Schools Overseas Inspection
The British Schools Overseas (BSO) inspection report for Britannica International School affirms the school's exceptional performance across key educational standards, showcasing its unwavering commitment to excellence in education.
The inspection highlights Britannica's dedication to fostering an inclusive, dynamic, and academically rigorous educational environment, solidifying its position as a premier institution, located in the heart of Shanghai.
For more on the report, click the link below.
READ MORE: British Schools Overseas Inspection Results | BSO
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French School's Inaugural
Europe Day
On May 22, the Shanghai French School's Yangpu Eurocampus proudly hosted its very first Europe Day, a unique event celebrating European unity, diplomacy, and student engagement.
Under the Polish EU Presidency and with support from the Consulate General of France in Shanghai, the event welcomed 14 European Consuls, representatives from the European Chamber of Commerce, school board members, and leadership teams.
The day began with a warm welcome as students paired with Consuls for a guided tour of the campus.
An inspiring opening ceremony followed, featuring speeches from dignitaries, a performance of the European anthem by the double-campus choir, and a standout musical performance by two talented student singers.
The heart of the event lay in the interactive workshops and a student-led debate on the future of Europe, where Model United Nations (MUN) and secondary students demonstrated remarkable insight, critical thinking, and maturity.
Topics such as cooperation, peace, and European identity were explored through meaningful dialogue.
Europe Day provided students with a rare opportunity to connect directly with diplomats and reflect on their role as future global citizens.
It was a day that brought learning to life—celebrating diversity, diplomacy, and the values that unite Europe and inspire education beyond the classroom.
Next Steps for SAS Seniors
The graduating seniors at Shanghai American School are preparing to begin an exciting new chapter at prestigious colleges and universities around the world.
This year, SAS students received over 1,000 offers from more than 200 institutions, including Ivy League schools and many of the most selective colleges globally.
At SAS, success is not measured by rankings alone but by the courage to pursue individual paths toward each student's dreams.The class of 2024 has done just that, and the school is incredibly proud of each graduate.
The college counseling team at SAS focuses on helping students identify institutions where they will thrive. Their success is reflected in students finding programs that align with their passions.
This year's college destinations showcase a diverse range of choices and aspirations—click here to see the full list.
Congratulations to the Eagles. The SAS community looks forward to seeing where they soar next!
AISL Harrow Family
'Many Voices 2025'
After just two months of rehearsals, fine-tuning, and cross-campus collaboration, over 200 young performers of all ages from nine Harrow schools lit up the stage of the Shanghai Symphony Hall—and left the people in the audience absolutely speechless.
This was 'Many Voices 2025,' the first-ever joint concert across the AISL Harrow family. The biggest, boldest, and most collaborative music event in their history, and a true celebration of the Harrow community.
'Many Voices' isn't just a name—it's what Harrow stand for: Cross-cultural understanding, collaboration, and bold self-expression.
Wellington–NYU Shanghai
Tech Event
Wellington College International Shanghai is teaming up with NYU Shanghai to open doors to the future of tech education at the 'Tech Pathways to Elite Universities: Computer Science, Robotics & AI' event on Monday, May 26 from 5pm.
This exclusive partnership provides aspiring tech leaders with unparalleled access to NYU Shanghai's cutting-edge research and internship opportunities.
Dr Tim Byrnes, Associate Professor of Physics at NYU Shanghai, will spotlight the transformative potential of quantum computing and how Wellington pupils can gain real-world experience through NYU Shanghai's innovative tech programs.
Attendees will discover Wellington College International Shanghai's forward-thinking curriculum, featuring: expert mentorship from NYU Shanghai faculty and top industry figures; interactive tech labs where pupils can experiment with AI, robotics, and digital systems; and personalized pathways that guide pupils through intelligent systems design, 3D game development, app engineering and more.
For those ready to step into tomorrow's tech landscape, the journey begins at Wellington. Scan the QR code on the poster above to register now.
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