On December 20, 2024, Hangzhou Wahaha Schools 10th Anniversary was grandly celebrated at the Hangzhou Gymnasium. 

Relevant leaders from the provincial, city, and district levels, principals from sister schools, scholars and experts, renowned authors, along with teachers, students, and parents of the schools, jointly witnessed this significant event.

A decade is 120 chapters of poetry, each line drawn by the rising and setting sun; it is 3,650 cycles of day and night, each turn bringing new beginnings. For Hangzhou Wahaha Schools, these ten years have been a radiant journey, rich with dreams and achievements, sown with efforts and reaped with rewards.

To celebrate this moment, we have gathered together to reflect on our past achievements and look forward to a brilliant future. The celebration was kicked off by the members of the Hangzhou Wahaha Schools ASA Choir with their performance of “Try Everything”.

Echoes of Ancient Poetry

WIS CAL Students & Founding Teachers

The first WIS performance to take the stage was “Echoes of Ancient Poetry,” presented by the founding teachers and the CAL students.

Echoes of Ancient Poetry is a vibrant fusion of traditional Chinese poetry, music, and movement. The performance celebrates the beauty of Chinese culture, using instruments, voices, and dance to weave a tapestry that connects the wisdom of the past with the hopes of the future.
This performance bridges cultures, linking students from around the world to the richness of Chinese heritage, while igniting their dreams for Wahaha Schools. It highlights the enduring power of culture, creativity, and the endless possibilities that emerge when we embrace our shared history.

Echoes of Ancient Poetry embodies the values of cultural pride, global connection, and the transformative power of learning that we cherish in the WIS Chinese program.

Dreamers

WIS PYP Students and Teachers

WIS proudly presents Dreamers for Tomorrow, a heartfelt performance by Grade 3 and 4 students and their teachers, inspired by the IB Unit of Inquiry on children’s rights. This performance showcases the dreams, voices, and resilience of children worldwide, highlighting their potential and calling for a brighter, more inclusive future.

The journey begins with “What About Us,” interpreted by the WIS Teacher’s Band, symbolizing the universal rights of children. 

The energy builds with a dynamic bucket drumming performance set to an upbeat track, followed by a piece that celebrates strength and resilience through Taekwondo and Tai Chi movements.The performance concludes with a moving rendition of “A Million Dreams”, featuring the voices of WIS students, symbolizing the collective hope for a world where every child’s voice is heard.

Torch of Knowledge

WIS MYP Students and Teachers

The grand finale at WIS featured an interdisciplinary unit (IDU) program titled “Torch of Knowledge“, brought to life by MYP teachers and students, showcasing the integration of various subjects.

Torch of Knowledge is a vibrant performance that celebrates the pursuit of knowledge, blending the wisdom of the past with the possibilities of the future.

Through the lens of Science, Math, Individuals and Societies, English, and Music, students pass the torch of learning, showcasing how these subjects intersect and enrich one another.

Science illuminates the natural world, fostering curiosity and innovation as students explore the principles that govern the universe and drive technological progress. 

Math reveals the patterns and structures that shape our world, while Individuals and Societies connects us to the rich history and diverse cultures that have shaped humanity. 

English empowers us to communicate and express ideas, and Music unites all disciplines, expressing knowledge and emotion through rhythm and harmony.

This interdisciplinary performance reflects the values of inquiry, creativity, and global awareness at the heart of the MYP program. 

It demonstrates how, together, these subjects light the way forward, inspiring the next generation of thinkers, dreamers, and innovators.

Exhibition of Educational Achievements

At the event, a special exhibition of educational innovation projects was organized to highlight the 3J Education Development Foundation’s commitment and accomplishments in fostering educational innovation and advancing school development. 

This exhibition, held as part of the school anniversary celebration, aimed to better demonstrate these efforts to all attendees.

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As the final note slowly faded away in the Hangzhou Sports Centre, Wahaha Schools 10th Anniversary celebration also came to a perfect close.

Finally, let us extend our heartfelt gratitude to all friends who participated in and supported this celebration. May we continue to walk hand in hand in the days ahead, together writing more brilliant chapters for Hangzhou Wahaha Schools!