A Spectacular Finale 燃爆夏日，热力全开 | End of Year Carnival 2024 年末嘉年华

It’s that time of the year again. Excitement bubbles up at the thought of summer’s relaxation and adventure. And what could mark the start of summer holidays better than the annual End of Year Carnival at HQIS? 

随着夏日脚步的临近，

激动人心的HQIS年末嘉年华如期而至，

为暑假之旅奏响了欢快的序曲。

还有什么能比HQIS一年一度的

年末嘉年华更好地开启暑假之旅呢？

This week, the HQIS End of Year Carnival came to a spectacular close, leaving a trail of unforgettable memories and joyous moments. This year’s carnival was an exceptional showcase of talent, creativity, and community spirit, featuring six distinct events.

这场备受瞩目的年度盛宴已圆满落幕，

它为我们留下了无数难忘的回忆与欢乐的瞬间。

今年的年末嘉年华尤为精彩纷呈，

六大特色活动竞相绽放，

充分展现了学生们横溢的才华、

无穷的创造力与深厚的社区精神。

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The live performances are always the highlight of the Carnival, and a testament to the incredible talent within the HQIS community. Once again, students took to the stage to showcase their skills in singing, acting, dancing, and other instrumental performances. Early Childhood students impressed the audience with a thrilling array of class-themed performances: sea animals, superheroes, insects, and feelings. 

年末表演一直是嘉年华活动中的璀璨亮点，今年也不例外。学生们纷纷登上舞台，用歌声、舞蹈、表演和乐器演奏诠释着青春的活力与激情。

The performances our Primary School brought to the stage were also fabulous. Centered around the theme of ocean life, students prepared a vibrant array of dances and songs, with some funny moments as well.

从幼儿部的海洋动物、超级英雄主题表演，到小学部的海洋生物歌舞盛宴，每一个节目都充满了童趣与创意。

The school market was the heartbeat of the EOY Carnival, bustling with energy and a plethora of activities. Students, parents, and teachers mingled in a lively atmosphere filled with international food stalls, exciting games, and engaging booth activities. Music filled the background, and each booth saw long lines of eager participants. POH and Student council also organized various activities for parents and children to experience.

本次学校市集也是年末嘉年华的一大亮点，国际美食摊位、趣味游戏和创意摊位吸引了家长们、师生们的驻足参与。家委会和学生会也组织了丰富的活动供家长及孩子们体验。

The Grade 5 and Kindergarten graduation ceremonies were heartwarming events that celebrated the achievements of the youngest members of the HQIS community. Proud parents and teachers watched as the graduates, dressed in their caps and gowns, received their diplomas. The ceremonies were filled with songs, emotional speeches, and joyful tears. Our heartfelt congrats to our little graduates! Well done!

对于即将踏上人生新征程的K年级和G5年级学生们来说，毕业典礼无疑是一个值得永远铭记的珍贵时刻。在这个意义非凡的时刻，他们不仅充分展示了在学术、才艺以及个人成长方面所取得的显著进步，更传递出对未来充满无限憧憬与期待的心情。家长们亲眼目睹了孩子们的成长与蜕变，心中满溢着骄傲与欣慰之情。他们带着母校的深深祝福与殷切期待，满怀信心地迈向了更加广阔、充满无限可能的未来。

五年级毕业典礼

幼儿园大班毕业典礼

On the last day of our Carnival, the HQIS Musical Club amazed us with “Harry Potter”, a spellbinding performance that transported the audience to the wizarding world of Hogwarts. The students delivered an outstanding production, complete with elaborate costumes, impressive sets, and captivating acting. 

嘉年华的压轴大戏当属HQIS音乐剧团带来的《哈利·波特》音乐剧演出。学生们化身为霍格沃茨的魔法师们，用精彩的表演将观众带入了一个神奇的魔法世界。精美的服装、令人印象深刻的布景和投入的演技让观众陶醉其中，仿佛置身于魔法之中。

The musical featured iconic scenes and characters from the beloved series, brought to life with a unique and original twist. The dedication and hard work of the cast and crew were evident in every moment. The musical club and its performers left the audience enchanted and eagerly anticipating next production.

这部音乐剧巧妙融合了原著中标志性的场景和角色，以独特而新颖的方式赋予它们新的生命。演员和剧组成员们的敬业精神和辛勤付出在每一刻都让我们敬佩。我们期待未来能看到你们更多精彩的表现！

The Festival of The Arts has been once again a feast for the eyes, showcasing the incredible artistic talents of our students here at HQIS. The art gallery featured a stunning array of paintings, sculptures, and projects, each piece reflecting unique perspectives and creativity. This year, the gallery was filled with extraordinary pieces of street art featuring graffiti, 3D and clay sculptures, beautifully decorated skateboards, logos, and unique installation art pieces made by the students. Visitors marveled at the intricate details and imaginative concepts on display.

HQIS艺术节再次为观众带来了一场视觉与心灵的盛宴。艺术画廊内陈列着学生们创作的绘画、雕塑和街头艺术作品，每一件作品都充满了创意与想象力。今年，画廊内展示了学生们创作的街头艺术作品，包括涂鸦、3D和粘土雕塑、装饰精美的滑板、各类标志设计以及独特的装置艺术品。参观者们流连于画廊之间，欣赏着学生们的才华与创意，为他们的艺术成就而赞叹不已。

The traditional Talent Show has shown us a vibrant display of artistic skills, featuring a wide array of performances from the older students. 

中学部达人秀为我校中学部学子们提供了一个展示才艺、绽放自我的璀璨舞台。此次节目内容丰富多彩，形式多样，充分展现了学生们的青春活力与多才多艺。

From powerful vocal performances to captivating dances, the Talent Show highlighted the diverse abilities of the upper school students. Along with K-Pop and instrument solos, one of the standout acts was the “Photosynthesis Song” by Grade 6. Science and music combined: a very interesting mix! 

从震撼人心的歌唱表演到热情四溢的热辣舞蹈，学生们用他们的才艺诠释了青春的多彩与活力。除了K-Pop和乐器独奏外，六年级学生表演的《光合作用之歌》也是一大亮点。他们将科学与音乐巧妙结合，为观众带来了一场耳目一新的视听盛宴。

The grand finale of this phenomenal week was a very welcome one: an exciting water party at school for both children and teachers! The event was filled with laughter, splashes, and lots of fun. Kids enjoyed various water games, including water balloon tosses and water gun battles, while teachers joined in the fun, getting soaked and playing alongside the students. It was a fantastic way to cool off and greet the upcoming summer!

伴随着嘉年华的尾声，学生们迎来了一场清凉的水上派对，为师生们带来了无尽的欢乐与清凉。

孩子们在水球战中尽情嬉戏，与老师们互动玩耍，共同享受这份夏日的惬意。水上派对不仅让大家消暑降温，更为即将到来的夏天留下了美好的回忆。

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