What’s happening in Beijing’s international school community? Experience cultural heritage, sports matches, and more in this month’s Circuit.
BSB Shunyi Student at UN Student Summit in New York
The British School of Beijing, Shunyi (BSB Shunyi) Year 12 student Luca Coba attended the NAE-UNICEF Student Summit in New York, together with students from around the world. Students presented how they have worked with local communities to create solutions for Sustainable Development Goals issues.
Animals, Adrenaline, Adventure in Africa for 19 DCB Students
From wild camping to rhino trekking, from river safari to Land Rover safari, from white-water rafting to gorge-swinging – 19 Dulwich College Beijing (DCB) students experienced 3,500km of spectacular Africa. The students also visited a school in Zimbabwe, teaching lessons to the children and bringing them supplies from the DCB community.
2019 Summer Course at Harrow School London
A group of Harrow Beijing students spent a wonderful summer at the Harrow School in London, where they learned English, went on excursions, and made friends for life with students from different parts of the world.
ISB Kicks Off the New Academic Year
The school year is officially underway at the International School of Beijing (ISB), with over 250 new families joining the community. The doors were thrown open on Monday, August 19, when approximately 1,800 students renewed friendships, started new relationships, and launched into another round of great learning.
Walking into Beijing Expo 2019 with Beijing No.55 School
Beijing No.55 School arranged for all teachers and students to visit the 2019 Expo, in order to improve students’ understanding of ecological culture and immerse them in nature. Students and staff alike had the opportunity to see horticulture products from all over the world, and experience Chinese views on coexisting with nature.
Study Trip to the Palace Museum with Beijing Haidian Kaiwen Academy
Over summer, Beijing Haidian Kaiwen Academy organized a new cultural course for students, themed around the Forbidden City. It had a great turnout, and everyone had fun while learning through the participation, experience, reflection, exploration, summary, and implementation of the program.
End of Year Concert at YCIS Beijing
To celebrate the end of the year, Yew Chung International School Beijing (YCIS Beijing) students gave a concert on July 8. The acts started off with musicals from Disney’s popular movies, followed by Chinese Dynasty plays, and ended with their glamorous Tony Awards.
Welcome Back to School Tea and Barbecue at Daystar Academy
Daystar Sanlitun campus held a “Welcome Back Tea” event in the morning on August 17 to celebrate the new school year with the community. Meanwhile, the Daystar Beigao campus welcomed their Daystar families with a “Welcome Back Barbecue” party.
All Smiles at BISS on First Day of School
On Aug 16, David Bochen, head of school of Beijing BISS International School (BISS), delivered a speech for new families looking forward to a great school year.
HD Beijing School Annual Production
HD Beijing School stages plays at the end of each semester which act as a showcase of what the students have learned during a month of studying. This semester’s shows included Nezha Conquers the Dragon King, The Ugly Duckling, Peter Pan, and The Blue Bird.
BCIS Parents as Learners Workshops
Beijing City International School’s (BCIS) Parents as Learners workshops kicked off to a great start this year with workshops on Parenting in the 21st Century. Workshops are provided to BCIS parents by faculty and expert speakers, supporting knowledge sharing in the community.
New School Year Orientation Day at CISB Jianguomen Campus
On August 20, Canadian International School of Beijing (CISB) Jianguomen Campus welcomed new and returning students and parents to the Orientation Day with fun games, activities, and school-wide information.
This article appeared in the beijingkids September 2019 Family Foodies issue
PHOTO CREDITS: BSB Shunyi, 3e International School, No.55 High School, Beijing Haidian Kaiwen Academy,Harrow Beijing, YCIS, DCB, BISS, HD International School
