As we welcome the arrival of 2024, it marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing educational journey at Wahaha International School. Reflecting on the past year, our progress and growth have mirrored seeds firmly taking root and flourishing under the guiding light of innovation and wisdom.
Throughout 2023, our focus on academic exploration and the integration of diverse cultures has been instrumental. Just like small streams merging into a river, the accumulation of knowledge has steadily been enriching the educational landscape. Students have been encouraged to freely roam the vast garden of knowledge, fostering exploration, understanding, and a vision for the future.
As we step into the new year, let us take a moment to appreciate the noteworthy achievements and invaluable lessons learned during the educational voyage of 2023 at WIS.
January
aMAZEing Learning
January sees the revival of all things, as one of the delayed projects of the WIS Winter Show 2022, themed “Sustainability” due to the pandemic — the magical maze, aMAZEing Learning, made its official debut.
The students led all the way, from the poster designs, and maze construction, to station layout and guidance. Together the WIS students completed an immersive learning journey about “Sustainability”.
February
Winter Show-Sustainability
Chinese Pocket Books
The 2022 Winter Show of Wahaha Schools adopted the theme of “Sustainability”, calling on every student and community member to take a serious interest in social issues that go beyond oneself and contribute to a sustainable future through concrete actions, keeping the big picture in mind.
WIS has independently researched and compiled a set of “Chinese Classics Pocket Books”, which condense thousands of years of traditional Chinese culture into small-sized books that can easily fit into children’s pockets.
March
MYP Math Club
Car Disassembly
Charity Dinner
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the WIS MYP Math Club, an innovative program aimed at providing our most talented students with a competitive edge in solving a wide range of math problems.
The main goal of the WIS MYP Math Club is to empower our students with the essential skills and knowledge required for success in diverse math competitions, such as Singapore Math, IGCSE style, and major math contests. At the same time, students also have the opportunity to explore different applications of math, i.e. Engineering, Economics and Encryption etc. They can also develop their problem-solving and critical-thinking skills in math club.
In March, we also conducted a “practical learning” session.
WIS students, using a soon-to-be-scrapped Honda Accord as material, engaged in an immersive learning and practical experience focused on mechanical principles, engineering design, and industrial manufacturing. This initiative aimed to enhance their hands-on skills and foster creative thinking.
The 5th anniversary charity dinner jointly organized by 3J Education Development Foundation and Wahaha Schools was successfully held at Shangri-La Hotel in Hangzhou! A total of 170 people attended this event, including parents, teachers and caring people.
April
Juilliard Music Workshop
Week Without Walls
On April, WIS collaborated with the Tianjin Juilliard School to host an exceptional music workshop, offering students the chance to attend masterclasses and culminating music concert.
Kayaking, go-karting, water parks, bonfire parties… G5 and MYP students arrived at Qiandao Lake, embarking on a three-day educational journey! Our goal was to let every child feel the breath of the lake and mountains, touch the warmth of nature, and foster excellent qualities such as equality, self-reliance, courage, harmony, and unity during the trip.
May
International Day and Color Run
Science Fair
On June, the annual WIS International Day and Color Run events were grandly held at the Wahaha campus, bringing together the diverse multicultural community of WIS to celebrate cultural integration and the spirit of sports.
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During the Science Fair, WIS students showcased self-designed scientific innovations, demonstrating their excellent investigative and research abilities, presentation skills, and creativity. The event also aimed to increase awareness about sustainable development.
The event also aimed to increase awareness about sustainable development.
June
Music Showcase
Art Fair
PYP Exhibition
Graduation Ceremony
The stage in June belonged to a feast of music and talent, igniting the entire summer with passionate music performances and awe-inspiring stage acts.
At the Art Fair, students displayed their unique and wonderful artistic creations from art classes. Whether it was painting or handicrafts, each piece was a manifestation of the students’ beautiful and creative artistic ability, allowing everyone involved to immerse themselves in the charm of art.
The PYP Exhibition is a concluding inquiry activity for students in the IB Primary Years Programme (IB PYP), marking a milestone as they transition to MYP. Under the theme “Sharing the Planet,” WIS G5 students explored global issues such as climate change, air pollution, marine life conservation, the coexistence between humans and animals, and the impact of human wars on natural resources. Through interdisciplinary learning and research, they sought effective solutions to these public and environmental issues. This activity always aims to develop students’ awareness of global challenges and enhance their problem-solving skills, providing a solid foundation for their future learning and growth.
July is the season of harvest, and the graduation bells have rung for another class at WIS. As the graduates embark on a new journey, the wish is that each one may spread their wings and shine brightly on the stage of life!
August
New Teachers Orientation
Campus upgrade
At the end of August, as a new academic year approached, WIS welcomed several outstanding teachers. They share WIS’s vision and are committed to cultivating, empowering, and inspiring students to become caring, confident, and responsible global citizens, as well as lifelong learners.
With the aim of creating a more conducive learning atmosphere for both students and teachers, Wahaha International School undertook several campus maintenance and renovation initiatives over the summer break.
This encompassed comprehensive enhancements to hardware infrastructure and spatial arrangements, injecting a fresh wave of energy into the campus.
September
Asian Games Celebration
WIS students showcased their melodious voices, singing the anthem of the Asian Games. This anthem not only carries the important mission of telling the story, showcasing the aesthetics, and promoting the spirit of the Asian Games but also serves as a “business card” that China extends to the world.
October
Spirit Week and Book Day
WIS Student Council Unveiled
During the annual Spirit Week, along with Book Day, WIS teachers and students unleashed their imaginations based on different daily themes, lighting up the campus with vibrant and colorful costumes.
The new session of the WIS Student Council has kicked off with enthusiasm. Eager and spirited students are working hard to contribute to a more vibrant campus.
November
Wahaha Schools Marathon
Cognia Certification
In the autumn air of November, the 2nd Marathon at Wahaha Schools Hangzhou enthusiastically kicked off around the scenic Tongjian Lake in 2023.
This month, we received significant news: WIS has officially obtained accreditation from Cognia, the world’s largest nonprofit school accreditation organization.
December
Christmas Celebration
Winter Show – Tomorrowland
In the warm atmosphere of December, the campus was adorned with a new look, and everywhere was filled with the festive spirit. A Christmas tree lighting ceremony, singing Christmas songs together, decorating classrooms, exchanging handmade gifts—every activity conveyed the blessings of the holiday season.
Themed “Tomorrowland” the 2023 Winter Show at Wahaha Schools, presented through artistic performances and immersive theater, was a creative, fantastical, and vibrant audiovisual feast. With the successful conclusion of the Winter Show, the curtains fell on the year 2023.
In 2023, it was also a year filled with bountiful harvests.
Our students competed with opponents from around the world in various competitions, broadening their horizons and achieving honors in their respective fields.
●SASMO Silver: Louis Liu
●SASMO Bronze: Apollo Liu, Eason Mao, Henna Qian, Benjamin Qian, Vansh Chelani, Allen Qian
●SASMO Honorable Mention: Charlotte He, Leonardo Lai, Jeffrey Feng, Saanvi Ramani, Leo Zou
●Math Kangaroo Siliver：Harry Tuan
●Math Kangaroo Bronze：Wendy Xu, Uly You
●Math Kangaroo Honorable Mention：Daniel Chen, Angelina Chen, Louis Lou, Tanmay Garg
●AMC High Distinction：Allen Qian
●AMC Distinction：Henna Qian
●AMC Credit：Zachary Xie, Bowen Li, Charlotte Huang, Louis Liu, Peter Dong, Melissa, Leo Zou, Tony Jiang, Jack Mei, Benjamin Qian
●AMC Proficiency：Joyce Ma, Apollo Liu, Jocelyn He, Nathan Mo Chen, Han Wu, Mandy Zhu, Iris Wu, Sara Shi, Queenie Yu, Shawn Wang, Dean, Hiya, Allen Chen, Lucas Li, Doris Meng, Tanmay Garg, Dev Chudasama, Sherry Chen, Ayrad, Eric Yin, Kira Wu, Badlani Hiren Ghansham
●Math League Certificate of Achievement Top 50%：Elsa Jiang, Everest Kong, Leo Chen, Ivan Liu, Louis Lou, Eric Feng, Leon Peng, Sarah Su, Susan Weng, Apollo Liu, Iris Wu, Uly You, Joyce Ma, Brian, Peter Shao, Wendy Xu, Sophie Dai, Eric Lou, Naksh
●Math League Honor Roll Certificate Top 25%：Amy Liu, Evlyn Qian, Angelina Chen, Charlotte Huang, Louis Liu, Vansh Chelani, Saanvi Ramani, Tony Jiang
●Math League Honor Roll Certificate Top 8%：Harry Tuan
●National Science League Silve: Harry Tuan, Tony Jiang
●National Science League Bronze: Henna Qian, Charles Wang, Ella Zhang
●National Science League Honorable Mention: Jai Punjwani, Curtis, Charlotte He, Angelina Chen, Tanmay Garg, Allen Qian, Jack Mei, Leo Zou
●Fourth place in Zongheng Cup International School Chinese Debate Competition
Looking ahead, in this fresh year, Wahaha International School remains committed to shaping the symphony of education. We eagerly anticipate nurturing more student aspirations, broadening academic horizons, and unveiling a multitude of global opportunities.
We are poised to create even more remarkable milestones in the future.
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