Looking back on 2024, the educational journey at Wahaha International School (WIS) has been filled with challenges and triumphs. 

Our IB learners crafted their extraordinary stories this year with wisdom and perseverance. At the close of 2024, let us review those sparkling academic moments, and celebrate the growth and progress of every student.

Mathematics Competitions: Sparks of Thought

WIS students have excelled in mathematics competitions, earning accolades in events like Math League, SASMO (Singapore and Asian Schools Math Olympiad), AMC (Australian Mathematics Competition), and SAMO (Southeast Asian Mathematics Olympiad). 

Notably, several students were placed on the Math League Honor Roll and won gold in SASMO, highlighting both individual excellence and the strength of WIS’s mathematics education.

Math League

Global Excellence Award （Top 8%）

Harry Tuan

Global Honor Award （Top 25%） 

Royce Chen, Enoch Cai, Daniel Heng

Jason Huang, Kent Xu, Ivan Liu

Global Honor Award （Top 50%）

Sherlock Xu, Tim Xu, Charlie Yu

Amy Liu, Belle Qian, Evan Sun

Kayla Tu, Leo Chen, Richard Zhang

Jayden Guo, Sarah Su, Susan Weng

Daniel Chen, Lillian Liu, Delbert Dai

Participation Award

Ryson Ma

SASMO

Gold Award

Harry Tuan

Silver Award

Nuo Lai

Bronze Award

Eason Mao，Beanie Mao, George Zhu

Asher Zhan, Enoch Cai, Louis Liu

Honorable Mention

Joyce Ma, Irene Ye

AMC

Gold Award

Harry Tuan

Silver Award

Nuo Lai

Bronze Award

Eason Mao, Beanie Mao, George Zhu

Asher Zhan, Enoch Cai, Louis Liu

Honorable Mention

Joyce Ma, Irene Ye

Southeast Asian Mathematical Olympiad

Bronze award

Belle Qian

Math Kangaroo

Bronze Award

Harry Tuan, Jayden Guo, Henna Qian

Jimmy Chen, Tony Jiang, Peter Dong

Proficiency

Kent Xu, Louis Lou, Evan Hu

Eric Feng, Jessie He, Charlotte He

Uly You, Nathan Mo Chen

Daniel Chen, Saanvi Ramani

Allen Chen

Science Exploration: Steps of Innovation

At WIS, students’ love for science shines through—whether it’s in the lab or through interdisciplinary projects. Their creativity and hands-on skills are constantly on display, earning them top results in science competitions.

National Science League

Gold Award

Tanmay Garg, Yihe Jiang

Silver Award

Yiwei Zou, Melissa Sommerladt, Saanvi Ramani

Harry Tuan

Honorable Mention

Coco Zhang, Hannah Lee, Annie Li

Dev Wu, Jai Punjuwani, Han Wu

Dewansh Lalwani, Jayden Guo, Susan Weng

Angelina Chen, Leo Chen, Chloe Yu

2024 World Robot Championship

First Prize

Tim Xu

China Youth Software Programming

Level Examination

Level 2

Blue Chen

ICMC International Robot Maker Competition

First Prize

Luffy Yao

First Lego league

Outstanding Team Award

Aakira, Jai Punjwani

Robot Performance Award

Jai Punjwani

Literature: Flourishing Words

Literature opens a window to the soul. In 2024, WIS students conveyed their inner worlds through heartfelt writing and vivid art.

Their works stood out in various literary and art competitions: moving essays and vibrant paintings became platforms for imagination and creativity. These achievements reflect the school’s profound focus on language and art education and the students’ passionate pursuit of self-expression.

Cambridge B1+ Full Course

Excellence Award

Elin Song

The Third Global Chinese Writing Competition

Excellence Award

(Non-Native Speaker, Junior High)

Ryanne Ye

Language and Public Speaking: Confident Voices

In 2024, WIS students showcased exceptional talent in language and public speaking competitions. From in-school debates to international stages, they spoke with confidence, captivating audiences with their fluent English and insightful ideas. 

A standout moment came when 3 WIS students represented Chinese youth at the UN Climate Conference, delivering powerful presentations. This achievement highlighted not only language skills but also an international perspective and a strong sense of responsibility.

COP29

Keynote Speech in the Blue Zone

Leonardo Lai

Nuo Lai

Iris Wu

Asia International Speech 

and Debate Tournament 2024

Second Prize in the Open Category

Best Content Award for Original Speech

Harry Tuan

2024 Autumn Zongheng Cup

4th Place in Group D

Lillian Liu, Eric Feng, Joanna Jiao

Rella Ge, Charles Wang, Joanna Luo

2024 Boston-Hangzhou

Youth Cultural Exchange Week

Most Socially Influential Award

Cultural Exchange Ambassador

Yolanda Lin

The 4th International Chinese Festival

Champion

Colin Lin, Leo Chen, Uly You

Elena Lalwani, Sherry Chen, Sara Shi,

Winnie Zheng

1st Runner Up

Leo Chen, Dewansh Lalwani, Sherry Chen

2nd Runner Up

Rudransh Garg, Mohit Nagaraj, Aakira Punjwani

Joy Lu, Aarushi, Sophie Dai

Rofell Zheng, Blue Chen, Sara Shi

Sports and the Arts:Talent on Display

This year, WIS student-athletes shined in various sports, achieving outstanding individual and team results. From basketball and track to swimming, they displayed exceptional skills and teamwork.

Meanwhile, the arts at WIS captivated audiences—choirs and bands delivered beautiful performances, and student artwork for Wahaha Schools’ 10th Anniversary impressed with its creativity and depth.

Music Youth Art Festival

Gold Award

Harry Tuan

Elysian Harmony International

Music Completion

Super Gold Award

Harry Tuan

Qingpei Art Performance

Silver Award

Daniel Heng

The 13th World Peace Choral Festival

Gold Award

Sarah Su

Qingyin Award Youth Music Festival

Silver Award

Jason Huang

GBA Youth Music Week

Zhejiang Division

Silver Award

Jason Huang

Malaysia International Youth Music Performance Zhejiang Division

Gold Award

Kayla Tu

Zhejiang Conservatory of Music Youth Art Festival

Gold Award

Allen Chen

Amy Liu

Bronze Award

Jack Mei

Shanghai International Music Festival

Stringed Instrument Compitition

First Prize

George Zhu

2025 3rd Paris Music Competition

First Prize

George Zhu

New Star Zhejiang Youth Art Education

Achievement Exhibition

Gold Award

Eason Shao

Kayla Zheng

Amy Liu

International Youth Art Festival

Zhejiang Selection Competition

Second Prize

Eason Shao

Kayla Zheng

Amy Liu

Hundred Flowers Awards

Art Talent Showcase Event

Zhejiang Selection Competition

National Competition Gold Award

Amy Liu

National Competition Bronze Award

Zhejiang Selection Competition Second Prize

Eason Shao

The Chopin International

Children’s Piano Competition

Silver Award

Rikky Ye

Hong Kong International Music Festival

Super Gold Award

Amy Liu

The 12th Vocal International Open Competition

Third Prize

Eddie Chen

The 25th West Lake Art Expo

International Youth Creative Arts

First Prize

Leo Chen

YONEX Future Aspiration

Hangzhou Youth Badminton Open

Group B Girls’ Singles – 4th Place

Joey Zhao

Zhejiang Province Ski Machine Open Finals

U12 Boys’ Group – 1st Place

Leonardo Lai

U10 Boys’ Group – 2nd Place

Nuo Lai

The 22nd National Extreme Sports Competition

U10 Boys’ Group – 8th Place

Sunny Ma

Hangzhou Youth Sports Super League

Second Prize

Leo Chen

2024 Binjiang Sports Center Basketball Tournament

U10 Group Champion

MVP

Eric Feng

The Dedication Behind the Glory

These achievements are a result of the hard work and passion of both students and teachers, propelling WIS forward. 
As we look ahead to 2025, WIS remains committed to offering students greater opportunities to shine through innovative education.