Congratulations to Zhou Weiting for securing the runner-up title at the 2024-2025 VEX Robotics World Championship! His exceptional intelligence, remarkable teamwork, and relentless perseverance have not only earned him this prestigious honor but also showcased the outstanding achievements of our school’s STEM education program. Well done, Weiting!

Two G10 students won the National Silver Medal and the Physics Award of Excellence in the 2025 ‘Physics Bowl US High School Physics Assessment. G10 student Grace won the National Bronze Award and was invited to join the CCO International Chemistry Camp.Congratulations to the award-winning students and the high school!

On May 21st, at the 9th Council Meeting of the Shanghai Population Welfare Foundation, Principal Gloria Gong was honored to be appointed as the Executive Director of the Yuecai Education Special Fund. We hope this fund will empower and benefit more young learners!

To strengthen homeroom teacher development, enhance professional expertise, and create a platform for exchange, our school held the Homeroom Teacher Workshop Launch Basic Skills Competition Kickoff on May 23rd.The event introduces tiered training through two groups: New Seedlings (0-5 years’ experience) and Elite (5+ years’ experience). Over six months, participants will compete in four modules—educational storytelling, themed class design, scenario simulations, and more. This dual-track system supports novice teachers in building foundational skills while encouraging veterans to innovate, driving excellence in homeroom education and enriching our school’s moral education framework.

Last week, SABK hosted a Bilingual Reading Week, merging literacy and language skills through themed activities:Tue: Headpiece Designers crafted storybook-inspired accessories.Wed: All-Campus Reading featured quiet shared moments and parent mystery readers.Thu: Cross-Class Storytelling explored diverse narrative styles.Fri: Pajama Party concluded the week.The Young Orators English Speech Contest highlighted : Pre-K: Animated character voices.K1: Fluent, confident speakers.K2: Emotional cross-cultural storytelling (dubbing, QA).Judged by parents/teachers, the event celebrated early bilingual growth, nurturing future-ready learners.

On May 19, our kindergarten’s parent-child sports day, themed “Smile Brightly, Run Happily,” concluded with joyful laughter. The event kicked off with creative performances by each class’s formation—children in matching outfits marched with youthful yet synchronized steps, earning cheers from parents.Fun-filled races, obstacle courses, and parent-child team challenges engaged the children, while families collaborated enthusiastically, filling the venue with applause and giggles. Beyond boosting physical fitness, the day strengthened family bonds through play. Parents praised the event: “Watching our kids run with confidence brings immense pride—such activities are truly meaningful!”

From May 17 to 24, SABS Grade 9 students embarked on a cultural exchange at Japan’s Jinsei High School. Together, they explored classrooms, competed enthusiastically in sports (forging closer bonds), and collaborated joyfully during outdoor cooking in nature. This partnership, rooted in friendship since 2016, now spans a decade. May the students’ connection endure like evergreen pines—strong, vibrant, and timeless!

On May 23, SABS’s third-grade students, teachers, and parents gathered in the auditorium for the Ten Years of Growth, Blooming Steps ceremony. The event featured ten performances symbolizing perfection, showcasing students’ growth through art, music, and drama.Breaking from traditional class-based displays, the grade encouraged active participation, ensuring every child took part in at least one act—reflecting the school’s commitment to high-quality, inclusive, and diverse education. Teachers integrated project-based learning into rehearsals, transforming preparations into a showcase of academic and creative skills. The ceremony also incorporated elements of the district’s Happy Curriculum, culminating in a heartfelt rendition of Best Version of Ourselves, expressing hope for the future.

Last week, SABS’s “Red Beech Cup” teaching competition was successfully held. Teachers showcased interdisciplinary innovation through courses like “AI on Stage” and “Judicial Justice Through Real Cases”, blending theory and practice via immersive learning.Vivid case studies, interactive experiments, and role-play energized students, reflecting SABS educators’ dedication to innovative pedagogy. The event bridged theory and practice, nurturing students’ core competencies.Next week: High School’s engaging classes!

On May 21, Shanghai’s Private School Party Building Promotion Conference took place at SABS, attended by leaders from nearly 80 private schools. The event focused on implementing national education policies, sharing Party-building innovations, addressing challenges, and outlining future priorities.Principal Gloria Gong presented Happiness-Driven Education: SABS Holistic Approach, showcasing curriculum reforms, community service, and global exchanges that prioritize student well-being and growth.The committee director commended SABS model, stressing that education shapes character, values, and social progress. Amid growing complexities, advancing educational quality remains critical for societal advancement.

In the ‘2024 Ecological Civilisation Education Activities - the 17th Shanghai Youth Ecological Civilisation Exploration Essay Competition’, Zong Jiayin won the second prize at the municipal level (tutor: Erin Cao). Congratulations to all the students who have won the above awards!

The list of outstanding young researchers of the Shanghai Institute of Youth Science for the year 2024 was announced, and a total of 10 outstanding young researchers were selected in the city. Li Ronghao of SABS was awarded the Nomination Prize of xand was introduced on the Jiading Education WeChat public account. Teachers are welcome to forward the article!

Good news: In the ‘2025 Jiading District Students' Painting, Calligraphy andPhotography Competition’, Kindergarten student Wang Yino and Zhou Xiaoyan won the third prize;primary school students Jim Hongbo and Li Hongyi won the second and thirdprizes, respectively; and secondary school Zhou Zimo won the third prize.Congratulations to the winners!

Good news: After the application, presentation, and other strict procedures,SABS was awarded as the ‘Experimental School of Science Education in Jiading District’ in 2023-2025, once again polishing SABS's characteristics of ‘Science + Art’!

On May 13, following a merit-based admission process and democratic evaluations by League members and the public, the Communist Youth League Branch Committee of Shanghai Huaxu Bilingual School approved the 2025 first-semester membership list. Members then studied theRegulations on Disciplinary Actions of the Communist Youth League of China, focusing on political and organizational discipline, as well as disciplinary procedures, to strengthen accountability and clarify behavioral standards. This study reinforces strict governance within the League and provides disciplinary safeguards for youth development.