As November reaches a close, we look back on the month that past to see what international schools got up to. Campuses welcomed university fairs, esteemed guests, and prepared for winter holiday celebrations. Read on to learn more.
Concordia International School Shanghai
Concordia students recently had an incredible opportunity to meet with Oxford’s Professor Viktor Mayer-Schönberger at a special seminar on the Concordia campus. Prof. Mayer-Schönberger, a world-renowned authority on big data and its societal impact, shared thought-provoking insights on big data, AI, and how they’re shaping the future, inspiring our high school students with exciting technological possibilities.
Earlier this semester, some of our big data students had the chance to meet Prof. Mayer-Schönberger at the 7th International Conference on Big Data and Education (ICBDE 2024), held at the University of Oxford’s Trinity College. This prestigious conference, along with Prof. Mayer-Schönberger’s visit, exposed our students to pivotal discussions on innovations within the field of data science.
These experiences exemplify Concordia’s commitment to delivering world-class learning directly to our students, fostering fresh perspectives and meaningful conversations about technology’s role in society.
Shanghai French School
The Shanghai French School hosted an inspiring College Fair, uniting students, parents, and representatives from 70 world schools and universities worldwide. Including some top 100 universities like University of Toronto, McGill, British Columbia. This event, organized by the school’s Guidance Department, offered a valuable opportunity for students in grades 9-12 to explore academic and career paths through one-on-one meetings and presentations on college life and admissions. University representatives were impressed by the maturity and curiosity of Shanghai French School students at the College Fair, who engaged in thoughtful discussions about academic programs, career outcomes, and international opportunities. Ranked among the top 10 French schools worldwide, Shanghai French School graduates gain admission to prestigious universities: McGill, Oxford, Fudan University, NYU, Bocconi, Jiaotong University, Sciences Po, HEC.
Yew Chung International School of Shanghai
YCIS Shanghai hosted two significant events at both Pudong and Puxi campuses!
At Pudong campus, the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) held an admissions seminar, giving students and parents the chance to meet directly with the university’s admissions team. The seminar covered application procedures, academic requirements, and unique programs, guiding students in planning their future studies and careers.
Meanwhile, at Puxi campus, an Open Evening was hosted where families toured the campus and explored life in Secondary. They learned about the academic focus, extracurriculars, and personalized support offered from Years 7 to 13. Conversations with teaching staff provided insights into the learning journey and growth opportunities at YCIS.
These events help YCIS Shanghai students shape their future aspirations, building a strong foundation for success in a world of opportunities.
Wellington College International Shanghai
On 1 November 2024, Wellington College International Shanghai celebrated its 10th anniversary with a ceremony featuring stirring performances from pupils past and present along with 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 again on 3 November 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 synchronised drone show that lit up the night sky over the Qiantan New Bund Area.
The British International School Shanghai, Puxi
If you listen carefully, you can almost hear the first jingling bell and the laughter of children. You can almost smell the sweet aroma of hot spiced mulled wine and velvety hot chocolate with marshmallows…
The BISS Puxi Christmas Fair is nearly here! 11am-3pm, Saturday 7 December
Throw on your best Christmas-themed outfit and join us for a festive community event! It promises to be BISS’ biggest event in years, and there will be lots for the whole family, including a special visit from Santa himself!
What to expect? There will be a whole host of activities, from face painting, mini golf and giant Angry Birds, to basketball machines and slime! In between all this, we have a packed stage schedule for you, full of festive student and parent performances. You can also sponge the teachers as part of a fundraising campaign from our students!
Don’t forget the Grand Prize Raffle Draw! Prizes include food and drink vouchers, brand new LEGO, a stay at Naked Retreat, and an Apple Watch!
The event is open to everyone, and entry is FREE!
We have over 80 booths from some of Shanghai's top vendors, offering a variety of refreshments, gifts and games.
