Grade 4 Kicks Off World Force Proves Strong with Jacqueline Harvey Inspires Grade 4 Migration Global-Mindedness Soars Middle School Gets C Hotels Give Students ISB Moms Promote Parachute Experiment ISB Seals Stellar Season Different Campus, Same ES Choirs Spread Creative Compositions at Air Toss Championships Jedi Jugglers Grade 4 Writers Museum: An Interactive in Project Phoenix olorful for Sprit Week a Five-Star Learning Looking In on WeChat Opens up Creativity and with ACAMIS Success Spirit: Former Trustee Festive Cheer in Hotel AMIS Music Festival PBL Journey Experience Innovation Revisits ISB After 30 Years Performances 1 Grade 3 Service Project Roll Up, Roll Up! Acrobat PTA Blends Creativity Grade 5 Prove Depth of MS Play The Seussification Alan Gibbons Gives MS Design Technology Inspires BEAD Math Adds Ash Moniz Leads Artistic Ready, Set, Grow! ISB Holiday Concerts APAC Dance: Becoming ISB Senior Clinches ISB Table Tennis Stars The Bulletin Gives Hope to Girl Teach Movement to and Fun by Making Knowledge at Science Fair of Romeo and Juliet Students Structure for ISB’s Young Inventors Practicality into PBL Mission Impossible Celebrates ‘Movember’ Celebrate Festive a Family Runner-Up in Musician Shine at APAC in Battlinga Leukemia PreK-3 Smoothies for Grade 2 Creative Writing Traditions Competition Shanghai Vol 2 Issue 2 Winter 2015-16

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3TF, 4RB, 5HD Crowned 2016 World Air Toss Champs

By Tom Fearon, Communications Specialist

ISB’s World Air Toss Championships swung into The game was introduced to ISB nearly 20 years ago Cheered on by an enthusiastic audience of parents, action on December 4 in a fun learning activity that by legendary PE teacher Tim Callahan. Students are fourth graders showcased their communication and combined agility, coordination, strength, and team- required to swing on a rope suspended from the ceil- collaboration by encouraging each other and passing work. 4RB were crowned 2015 champions after ing and lob balls into a lowered basketball hoop (five balls to their swinging classmates. 4RB went into the defeating 4PR in a thrilling final 418-297. points) or one of three plastic bins beneath the hoop halftime break with a commanding 138-107 lead, but (three points). Those who are particularly skillful 4PR rallied to narrow the deficit in the second half as The World Air Toss Championships are held each can score an “eight-pointer” by getting the ball both both classes changed ends. year for students in grades 3 to 5. The champion- through the hoop and into the bin below in a single ships mark the culmination of the target games unit toss. In the finals for other grades, 3TF beat 3MM while elementary school students learn in PE. Divided into 5HD triumphed over 5AD. two 12–minute halves, the fun activity pits students “As far as we know, ISB is the only school in the against each other in house color and class challeng- world where this happens,” PE teacher Megan Har- es. Students are required to apply unit concepts of deman said of the game and the origin of its unique aim, force, accuracy, and timing in a showcase of skill name. and fun. The Bulletin Vol 2 Issue 2 3 ISB Table Tennis Stars Shine at APAC in Winter 2015-16 Shanghai

Grade 3 Service Project Gives Hope to Girl Battling Leukemia

By Leyna B and Rachel F, 3MO

In early September, Grade 3 started an economics unit that involved learning about people’s needs and wants, scarcity, and what is valuable.

While we were learning about scarcity, we participated in an experiential learning opportunity to local charity store Round- about to do community service and volunteer by helping. As part of the unit, we worked with Roundabout staff on a service project to raise funds for Yao Yao, a young girl battling leukemia.

Yao Yao’s story Yao Yao was born in Yiyang, Hunan Her bone marrow transplant was suc- raise funds so that Yao Yao’s family creams and donated their money to are. By planning and carrying out dif- Province on February 28, 2012. When cessful, but her full recovery depended could have enough money to cover her this service project. Other students ferent fundraising projects, we showed she was 2, she was diagnosed with on further funding for medical expens- post-operative treatment costs. did household jobs and chores to earn we can be responsible and caring glob- leukemia. Her mother has been sick es. Donations were needed, and this is money that was then donated. For al citizens who can make a difference for many years. The family doesn’t have where ISB Grade 3 students started to We asked what we could give up or do example, some students washed dish- in our world. money for treatment needed for Yao help. to help Yao Yao, and which “want” we es, some cleaned out their garages, Yao. In June 2015, Yao Yao’s family could give up for Yao Yao’s need. One cooked, and babysat younger siblings A big thank you to our parents and Sacrificing our wants for Yao Yao’s need turned to Roundabout for help. student used her time and creativity to for their parents. Students gave up teachers for helping and guiding us raise more than 515 RMB by selling their time and ultimately raised 5,775 with this community service project! Roundabout took up her cause and With help from their parents and key chains she made at the 798 Art RMB. helped Yao Yao get to the Yan Da In- teachers, Grade 3 students set about Zone. Other students held bake sales Please visit Roundabout to support ternational Hospital to receive medical making a plan to raise money for and raised lots of money. Two students During this project, students learned other children in need. treatment. Yao Yao’s medical expenses Yao Yao. They also thought about the held a bake sale at River Garden and about being empathetic to the needs of have cost her family 600,000 RMB. different creative ways they could raised an impressive 780 RMB. Many others and the importance of helping students gave up their Wednesday ice those who are less fortunate than we The Bulletin Vol 2 Issue 2 4 ISB Table Tennis Stars Shine at APAC in Winter 2015-16 Shanghai

Force Proves Strong with Jedi Jugglers

By Tom Fearon, Communications Specialist

The Jedi Jugglers celebrated their 16th annual per- beanbags for 20 cycles, three rings for 50 cycles, and and be the last juggler standing. In another event, formance at ISB in a trademark showcase of skill three clubs for 50 cycles. As Jedi Knights, they are students juggled on office chairs while being and showmanship on October 30. Grade 4 and 5 eligible to perform at the show in front of the ISB pushed by partners in a thrills-on-wheels race to students displayed their juggling talents in Gym community. the finish line. Throughout the performance there 1, with students in grades 6 to 12 squaring off in a was additional entertainment from skits involv- highly entertaining combative juggling competition. Elite jugglers, known as Council Members, must be ing a rock band, sports medley, hula girls, Sodexo able to juggle four beanbags for 10 cycles, three clubs workers, and fairies. Balls, rings, clubs, plungers, tennis rackets, and for 100 cycles, three clubs with double spins for 20 even toilet paper rolls were among items juggled by cycles, and juggle with a partner six beanbags for 10 students on a fun-filled day that promoted physical cycles. But there is more to being a Council Member well-being. The quest to become a Jedi Juggler is it- than just tossing items, with 10 good deeds witnessed self a juggling act of coordination and determination. by a parent or teacher also necessary. It begins with the rank of Jedi in Training held by students who can juggle three beanbags. They grad- Students jostled with each other while juggling three uate to Jedi Knights upon being able to juggle three beanbags in a bid to thwart their opponent’s rhythm The Bulletin Vol 2 Issue 2 5 ISB Table Tennis Stars Shine at APAC in Winter 2015-16 Shanghai

Roll Up, Roll Up! Acrobats Teach Movement to PreK-3

By Karen Fidler, PreK-3 Teacher

What could be better than tumbling These skills, as practiced further in ev- hoops were all part of their show. But and information that can be gained on a mat, jumping in the air, balancing ery part of their classroom lives, enable the best part happened after the little from listening, talking, and playing on a roller board, and doing all of this children to become decision makers shows were finished and the acrobats with others. with an expert acrobat helping you? and collaborators. did a full workshop with the children, helping them balance on roller boards As teachers we know that a child’s Our PreK-3 children found out for The Sheng Shi Li Yuan Troupe from and balance hoops and umbrellas. They sense of self includes recognizing that themselves recently when an acrobat Beijing was a hands-on opportunity even had the children on their shoul- they are individual beings separate troupe visited as part of the class unit to physically engage with the body ders, balancing from up high. from others with their own thoughts, work learning about engagement with movements made by these well-trained feelings, wants, and goals. Engaging others. We know that when children and artistic people. Our children were Skills of listening and following di- with others enhances this knowledge. talk, work and play with others it delighted watching both boys and girls rections enabled the children to make Our time with the acrobats certainly allows for the development of social show us their tumbling and balancing the most of this experiential learning was a great example of this. and emotional skills as well as finding tricks. opportunity. They soon found that you out about themselves and the world could learn things from people who are around them. Colorful costumes, umbrellas, hats, and not in school, and that there are skills The Bulletin Vol 2 Issue 2 6 ISB Table Tennis Stars Shine at APAC in Winter 2015-16 Shanghai

Jacqueline Harvey Inspires Grade 4 Writers

By Tom Fearon, Communications Specialist

ISB welcomed bestselling Australian author Jacqueline Harvey on November She also encouraged students to ask as many questions as possible about their 2 for a series of creative writing workshops with Grade 4 students. Ms. Harvey, characters in their stories – including about their traits, appearance, and personali- best known for her Alice-Miranda and Clementine Rose series of novels, began by ties – to bring them to life and captivate readers. speaking in the Little Dragon Theater to students about what inspires her charac- ters and their adventures in her stories. Ms. Harvey’s visit to ISB aligned with the school’s Strategic Plan IV by increas- ing relevant learning through an authentic, compelling global engagement (SI 1), She later held workshops in each Grade 4 class, leading a range of activities optimizing each student’s capacity to learn through individualized opportunities designed to assist students to develop their skills and to gain a better understand- (SI 2), nurturing the whole child (SI 3), and increasing access to expertise through ing of the writing process. Her workshops covered aspects of writing including collaborative efforts and networks beyond ISB (SI 5). finding and developing ideas, creating believable characters, developing plausible plots, and effective use of dialogue.

Ms. Harvey explained how her experience teaching at a boarding school inspired the character development of Alice-Miranda Highton-Smith-Kennington-Jones, the long-named and kindhearted protagonist of her Alice-Miranda series. The Bulletin Vol 2 Issue 2 7 ISB Table Tennis Stars Shine at APAC in Winter 2015-16 Shanghai

PTA Blends Creativity and Fun by Making Smoothies for Grade 2

By Tom Fearon, Communications Specialist

2PK students recently wrote letters to the PTA as part of their persuasive writing unit asking if it would be possible to sell smoothies instead of ice creams in the ES Cafeteria. Unfortunately, their request wasn’t quite practical due to the logistics of preparing smoothies for hundreds of children during their busy lunch period each Wednesday.

Rather than plainly rejecting students’ request, the PTA responded by partnering with 2PK teacher Pat- sy Kelly and ISB’s Chartwells manager Paul Mair to organize an engaging experiential learning experience in the student cooking lab on November 23.

Mr. Mair prepared two delicious smoothies for students to sample: the first was banana, lime, and mint; and the second was kiwi and melon. Milk and yoghurt were also included, allowing students to taste the difference in flavor and texture by varying amounts of the ingredients.

PTA vice president Nadine Pettman also spoke to 2PK about the myth of McDonald’s “healthy” smoothies that can contain up to 14 teaspoons of sugar. Students delighted in trying the different smoothies in a learning experience that satisfied their curiosity and their taste buds! The Bulletin Vol 2 Issue 2 8 ISB Table Tennis Stars Shine at APAC in Winter 2015-16 Shanghai

Grade 4 Migra- tion Museum: An Interactive PBL Journey

By Tom Fearon, Communications Specialist

Grade 4 students capped off their mi- project-based learning (PBL), this year Blohm, homeroom teacher of 4RB. an authentic opportunity to show the provided parents and teachers with a its. They also showed high levels of gration unit by curating an interactive it was decided to make the museum push and pull factors surrounding well-rounded understanding of the communication and collaboration by museum that invited visitors to explore interactive. The museum was an authentic PBL migration,” Mr. Blohm added. complex circumstances and hardships explaining their exhibits to parents and the reasons and experiences of migra- experience based on the driving ques- involved in human migration. teachers. tion. The six-week unit included book Some students dressed in costume to tion: Why do people move? Each In addition to the museum and speak- studies and a series of talks by parents add a touch of realism to their presen- student’s exhibit was critiqued by er series, the unit allowed students “The interactive museum pro- Finally, the unit was closely connected who shared their personal stories of tations, while others hosted quizzes students from other classes ahead of to learn about different waves of vided students with an authentic to ISB’s core value of global-mind- migration, increasing students’ rele- that required parents to answer multi- the exhibition, allowing revisions to be migration through historical fiction edness as students reflected on their vant learning through authentic local ple-choice questions using iPads. made based on the feedback. read collaboratively in a weekly book opportunity to show the push place in the world and the different engagements. club. From the “underground railroad” and pull factors surrounding experiences that shape lives in various “Instead of just having a board with “As we progressed through the unit, that allowed slaves a safe passage to migration.” cultures. However, the highlight of the learn- pictures, which is what has been the students put the pieces together freedom in the US during the 19th ing experience was undoubtedly the around since I was in school, we and developed a deeper understanding century to the unfolding humanitarian Students demonstrated key L21 skills museum that opened on December tried to make it more interesting for about why people move. The interac- crisis Syrian refugees face, students’ including innovation and creativity 16. Although the concept was intro- the kids and the parents,” said Ryan tive museum provided students with exhibits in the interactive museum through the design of their exhib- duced last year as a way to showcase The Bulletin Vol 2 Issue 2 9 ISB Table Tennis Stars Shine at APAC in Winter 2015-16 Shanghai

Grade 5 Prove Knowledge at Science Fair

By Tom Fearon, Communications Specialist

Grade 5 students showed parents and experiments explored what model of controlled variables for their exper- While most students devised and “Students this year have really risen teachers their engaging exhibits at a paper airplane can fly the furthest, the iment and detail their results and conducted their experiments individ- to the challenge by exploring a huge science fair on December 15, which reaction of water to different pitches conclusion. ually, some were allowed to work in number of research questions. I’m marked the culmination of their of sound, the impact of screen time on pairs provided they could “prove their really impressed with the quality of eight-week “Prove It!” unit. Students eyesight, and the influences of natural “By showcasing what they have experiment needed two brains,” said the presentations. The kids are able explained findings of their experiments and artificial light on plant growth. learned, the whole process comes Mrs. Philen. to stand up and talk to parents and that delved into chemistry, physics, and together. Seeing the students explain answer their questions, which is hard other fields of science. “Students have really risen to the their experiments to parents and Students’ strict adherence to the to do when you’re only 10 years old,” teachers, it’s obvious how proud ev- scientific process across such a diverse Mr. Daw said. Each experiment was framed around challenge by exploring a huge eryone is. It can be difficult for parents range of experiments impressed teach- a research question and hypothesis, number of research questions.” to attend school during the week, so er Harold Daw, who said the seeds of with students exploring everything it’s all the more special for them to be curiosity were sown during “inquiry from whether visual perception affects In addition to their research question here and see what their children have time” in class that encourages kids to taste to the rate ice melts when frozen and hypothesis, each student had to learned,” said Jasmeen Philen, 5JP’s reflect on the real-world application of with salt. Other fun and innovative develop independent, dependent, and homeroom teacher. their learning. The Bulletin Vol 2 Issue 2 10 ISB Table Tennis Stars Shine at APAC in Winter 2015-16 Shanghai

Global-Mindedness Soars in Project Phoenix

By Tom Fearon, Communications Specialist

Middle school students demonstrated Project Phoenix is founded on the what it means to be innovative, glob- deep integration of subjects, with al-minded thinkers in the 21st century learning organized around a driving during Project Phoenix, a dynamic question. In art and humanities classes, experiential learning opportunity that students explored identity by devel- challenges students to embrace L21 oping characters and governmental skills. roles to coordinate relief operations. In math, the surface areas of ISB fields The project required students to work were measured to calculate the space in teams to form a new government needed to grow enough rice to feed and devise a model for a post-disaster displaced people for a year. Students society in the wake of an earthquake also determined the daily calorie intake and ensuing food security crisis. Stu- needed to sustain people, and the type dents were required to consider how of packaging required for rice portions. they would shelter 30,000 displaced In science, they investigated converting people, gaining insight into the emo- food to fuel. Futures Academy students tions and experiences of individuals even built aquaponics systems and and communities coping in the after- planted crops in the courtyard outside math of a disaster. the MS/HS Library as part of their approach to address the food security Project Phoenix also enabled students crisis. to gain L21 skills such as leadership and responsibility, critical thinking and Additionally, students gained an problem solving, and innovation and understanding about the impact of creativity. Students developed a deeper earthquakes on communities and the understanding of academic learning rebuilding process that occurs after through the project’s application in such natural disasters. The project cul- real-world settings. minated with an exhibition of students’ works on December 15. The Bulletin Vol 2 Issue 2 11 ISB Table Tennis Stars Shine at APAC in Winter 2015-16 Shanghai

Behind the Scenes of The Seussification of Romeo and Juliet

By Tom Fearon, Communications Specialist

Capitulates and Monotones went to- and honed character development “My favorite part was perform- production. We also learned the im- from other grades. gether like green eggs and ham in The in workshops led by Ms. Northcott, ing on stage. It’s so exhilarating portance of respecting everyone in the Seussification of Romeo and Juliet, a co- whose goal from the outset was to to share your talent with every- cast and crew,” said Grade 8 student “One of the biggest highlights was medic interpretation of a Shakespear- create an authentic real-world learning Kara R, who played Juliet. meeting new people. I didn’t expect to ian classic staged by middle school experience. one.” meet any of the sixth graders this year, students. Directed by drama and Mary J, who played Lady Capitulate, so that was really fun,” said Grade 8 dance teacher Hannah Northcott, the “When I thought about what play to The play provided a dynamic opportu- said the talent and commitment of ev- student Christina E, who played the play was performed to a capacity-full choose for middle school students I nity for students to develop L21 skills, eryone involved in the play encouraged roles of Monk Larry and the Prince. theater in each of its three shows from considered the fun factor. I have high with many students noting the im- everyone to give their all. “My favorite November 19-21. demands as a director from middle portance of such traits in life beyond part was performing on stage. It’s so school kids because I wanted them to school. exhilarating to share your talent with The play combined physical theater experience the authentic process of everyone,” she said. with generous doses of children’s writ- what it means to be in a professional “Leadership, responsibility, collabora- er Dr. Seuss’s famous whimsical lyrical production,” she said. tion, and communication are some of The play was also a chance for students poetry. Students memorized their lines the essential skills we learned in this to make new friendships with those The Bulletin Vol 2 Issue 2 12 ISB Table Tennis Stars Shine at APAC in Winter 2015-16 Shanghai

Middle School Gets Colorful for Spirit Week

By Alex H, MS STUCO Secretary

This year’s Middle School Spirit Week was filled with energy! Students went above and beyond with their costumes for Tuesday’s Pajama Day, Wednesday’s Wacky Hair Day, Thursday’s Twin Day, and Friday’s Walk on the Wild Side.

From creatively designed hairstyles on crazy hair day to friends wearing identical costumes, this year’s Spirit Week was truly unforgettable. A warm thank you to all the participants this year for showing some true middle school spirit! The Bulletin Vol 2 Issue 2 13 ISB Table Tennis Stars Shine at APAC in Winter 2015-16 Shanghai

Show and tell is a popular way for chil- was ISB’s Author in Residence from but I don’t tell them what to write. The to make sure students left a personal ended up writing a book full of poems, Alan Gibbons dren to learn public speaking skills, but November 16 to 20. He led creative creativity is up to them, and I haven’t mark on their stories. For youngsters leading his fellow teachers to encour- British author Alan Gibbons has adapt- writing workshops throughout the been disappointed.” who find it hard to structure a sto- age him to pursue writing. Teaches MS ed his own version of the classroom ac- week for middle school students, who ry, breaking it into five or six scenes tivity to teach students creative writing. tried their hand at writing horrifying One challenge for students tasked with guides them through the process. The Being given a task and subject helped Students and heart-stopping stories. creative writing is developing a solid end result is stories that have structure him discover his passion for writing “I call it ‘show and don’t tell,’” said Mr. structure. During his workshops, Mr. and independence,” he said. – something he hopes he achieved Creative Writing Gibbons, who has written more than 50 “It’s quite hard to teach children to Gibbons sought to “deconstruct the during his time at ISB. novels during a literary career spanning write a slow, dramatic story, so it’s writing process” by giving students a Mr. Gibbons’ initiation into writing By Tom Fearon, almost 30 years. better to focus on a particular incident. framework to develop storylines came during his 30s as a teacher when “I would have gone through the rest of Communications Specialist I find it’s more useful to have some using vivid, descriptive he was required to write a my life without writing anything if I “I teach students to go beyond just de- ‘meat’ to work with in workshops – the language. poem about the Albert hadn’t been given that focus,” he said. scribing an incident, like ‘a man walked scarier, the better,” said Mr. Gibbons, Dock in his hometown “If there are students who now have a across the street.’ I teach them to show who cites the Brontë sisters as his idols “The words you choose Liverpool as part of a more enthusiastic outlook toward cre- readers what happens in their stories. If in British Gothic literature. exemplify a situation, professional develop- ative writing because of my workshops, the man tiptoes or creeps, it indicates and I wanted ment workshop. He I’m extremely happy.” nervousness. If he saunters or swaggers, “My goal is to get students hooked on it shows confidence. By choosing dif- writing by encouraging them to create ferent verbs, students can enrich their their own text. I give some guidelines, characterization.”

Mr. Gibbons, who in 2000 won one of the UK’s top accolades for children’s writers, the Blue Peter Book Award, The Bulletin Vol 2 Issue 2 14 ISB Table Tennis Stars Shine at APAC in Winter 2015-16 Shanghai

Hotels Give Students a Five-Star Learning Experience

By Tom Fearon, Communications Specialist

Advertising and marketing have come ber and December. just something that happens in a class- “It’s more authentic participat- actually work in the real world. When Humanities teacher Nikki Long noted a long way from their humble origins. room, they can make these valuable ing in these kinds of experiential you have fun and learn at the same the visits to hotels were also benefi- Nowadays, companies have more ISB’s learning partnership with hotels real-world connections,” Mr. Fidler learning opportunities because time, the content tends to stick in your cial to students because they provided choices in terms of support, media is now in its 10th year. It began when said. mind,” he said. valuable connections to Maggot Moon opportunities, and communications. humanities teacher Jim Fidler con- you get to see how things actual- and Nothing But the Truth, two books They also have more competition from nected with a student’s parent who was Working in small groups, students ly work in the real world.” Following Mr. Douet’s presentation, read in class that explore the power varied sources, especially as the Inter- a manager at the Grand Hyatt hotel. were required to develop a compel- students toured the 400-room hotel and influence of the media on our net has made it possible for companies Since then, middle school students ling marketing campaign for a brand The hotel’s general manager, Thierry located nearby shopping hub Wangfu- lives. around the globe to compete virtually. have been visiting various hotels each of soap targeting specific consumer Douet, showed students examples of jing. They then participated in a Q&A However, the power of persuasion still year as part of authentic, compelling groups in various regions. Novotel’s advertising campaigns that session with Mr. Douet, who empha- “Before our trip we did a whole se- determines the commercial success of learning experiences that show them employ a range of techniques includ- sized the importance of digital media ries of lessons on text and sub-text, their campaigns. advertising and marketing operations Their visit to the hotels gave them a ing bribery, explicit claims, and cus- and the four Ps of marketing: product, so looking at those messages that are in the corporate world. valuable understanding about how to tomer testimonials. placement, price, and promotion. intended and the ones that are perhaps As part of their media literacy unit in develop their own print advertisement, unintended, such as about body image humanities, middle school students “The students talked about how ho- packaging, and TV commercial for “I now know how to use these persua- Keeping pace with changing reali- and power, is also really useful,” said learned more about the evolving world tels advertise and market themselves, their products. Grade 8 student Emile sive techniques effectively. It’s more ties of the 21st century is an essential Ms. Long. of integrated communications by which allowed them to make mean- D said his visit to the Novotel Hotel authentic participating in these kinds requirement in advertising, and it’s also learning from marketing specialists at ingful connections to content they are had given him creative inspiration for of experiential learning opportunities a key component of ISB’s educational seven hotels in Beijing during Novem- learning in class. By realizing it isn’t his campaign. because you get to see how things philosophy. The Bulletin Vol 2 Issue 2 15 ISB Table Tennis Stars Shine at APAC in Winter 2015-16 Shanghai

Design Tech Inspires ISB’s Young Inventors

By Tom Fearon, Communications Specialist

ISB’s hallways are usually quiet during class, but outside the middle dy enough to stay intact yet aerodynamic and accurate as they zip in two distinct Makers classrooms: the “clean area” or Makers Lab, school’s Makers Lab it’s a different story when Randy Williams is along the hallway. where students can brainstorm and draw their designs on writeable teaching his design technology classes. Grade 6 students crouch tables; and the “dirty area” or Makers Workshop, where they ham- over their laptops lining small, makeshift raceways as they record Students record video and take photos of each test-run from mul- mer, saw, and drill their masterpieces to life. their balloon Lego cars in action. tiple angles using their MacBook laptops. During their marketing presentations, they will screen a short video with a voiceover that Mr. Williams is joined by fellow middle school teacher Steve “They just need to go straight and fast. We combine science and outlines what makes their team’s car stand out from the competi- Sostak in teaching the Makers enrichments. Currently, students in technology skills in a cooperative, collaborative learning environ- tion. Makers Basic are using Makey Makey boards that, when plugged ment,” explained Mr. Williams, who will judge the best cars when into computers, become mini high-tech pianos. the competition culminates in a showdown similar to reality TV “I’ve been teaching computers since 1980. This class is really ex- show The Apprentice. citing for me, because it’s the creative and fun stuff I used to teach Mr. Williams’ Grade 7 students also demonstrated their creativity in science combined with the innovation of technology,” said Mr. and innovation at the Inventors Fair on December 11. Last year’s “Students have been working on their balloon Lego cars for five Williams. fair reflected high levels of student engagement, with innovative weeks now. They have had five prototypes and they have been tak- projects including original board games and next-generation smart- ing pictures and video along the way of all the work they’ve done,” Now in its third year as a middle school subject, design technology phones. This year’s event proved equally impressive, with some he added. has entered an exciting new era at ISB following the addition of the inventions including a light-up umbrella and high-heel shoes that third floor’s new flexible learning spaces. emit perfume. Students are required to work in small groups to design, build, and market their balloon-powered Lego cars. The cars must be stur- Grade 6 and 7 students all take design technology, which is taught The Bulletin Vol 2 Issue 2 16 ISB Table Tennis Stars Shine at APAC in Winter 2015-16 Shanghai

In 2014, middle school humanities teacher Jim Fidler published Ms. Zhang and her family joined the ISB community last year after An ISB teacher since 2000, Mr. Fidler’s efforts organizing the ISB Moms his book Looking In, a photographic retrospect of his adventures in relocating to Beijing from the US. After discovering Mr. Fidler’s middle school’s annual Smile Week have helped changed the lives China. The book is more than just a collection of stunning pho- book, she knew there would be other parents who would eagerly of many infants abandoned due to their cleft palates. The genetic Promote tographs, however, with proceeds of its sales donated to the Holt buy the book if they knew more about its cause. defect occurs when an unborn baby’s upper lip and palate or roof of Ping’an Foster Home, a local charity that provides corrective sur- the mouth fail to fuse together. Over the past decade, the ISB com- Looking In on geries for Chinese infants with cleft palates. Ms. Zhang and Ms. Zhu knew WeChat would be an effective plat- munity has helped fund corrective surgeries for more than 35 babies form to promote the book given that many ISB parents are mem- WeChat Nearly a year on, the book received an unexpected surge in sales bers of groups for different grade levels. Ms. Zhu also facilitated “I was very humbled to discover these moms had taken that much courtesy of two ISB moms inspired to promote it on popular sales of the book using WeChat’s payment function making it even time and effort to make such a difference, because we needed to instant messaging service WeChat. In the week following Thanks- more convenient for parents to buy with the swipe of a thumb. pay for the printing costs of the book’s second edition. The fact they By Tom Fearon, giving, more than 100 copies were sold after Grade 8 homeroom were able to do such a wonderful job selling the books meant we Communications Specialist moms Anna Zhang (8-5) and Zhu Huifang (8-6) spread the word “We expected a positive response, but the reaction was much larger were able to cover the printing costs,” Mr. Fidler said. about the book’s worthwhile cause. than what we ever imagined. Parents across different ISB WeChat groups also spread the word. We just wanted to be the messengers “The first edition sold out and, with a large donation from the Chi- “I didn’t know Mr. Fidler was doing such great work and support- to raise awareness about Mr. Fidler’s book and the great contribu- nese Friendship Foundation for Peace and Development, we were ing such a meaningful cause. I knew there would be many parents tion it is making to society,” said Ms. Zhang, an ISB mother-of- able to have a second edition.” with good hearts who would be willing to support the charity,” said two. Ms. Zhang, who served as the PTA’s treasurer for Spring Fair last year. The Bulletin Vol 2 Issue 2 17 ISB Table Tennis Stars Shine at APAC in Winter 2015-16 Shanghai

BEAD Math Adds Practicali- ty into PBL

By Tom Fearon, Communications Specialist

Protractors and calculators are the how to use different tools and make course, but I think by the end students plenty of ideas for her BEAD math and doesn’t require us to be in the “tools” you would normally associate simple joints for their masterpieces, will see areas where they’ve used math project. classroom all the time. It’s definitely with mathematics, but a group of high which are still in the design phase. even though we haven’t touched the enhanced my understanding of math school students swapped these for textbook,” he said. “I want to make something I can concepts by connecting ideas and hammers and saws in a math lesson at High school math teacher Joe McRob- actually use in real life, perhaps a equations with a real-world setting,” he a local furniture workshop on October erts said one of the major advantages Located in Fengbo, Shunyi District, small closet or cabinet. I was drawn to said. 29. The experiential learning opportu- of BEAD math is that it encourages the furniture workshop provided a BEAD math because I’m interested in nity was part of BEAD math, a proj- students to embrace key L21 skills unique “classroom” for ISB students business and making stuff, so it seemed Evidence of BEAD math students’ ect-based learning module so named including creativity and innovation. thanks to a partnership between its like a good fit,” she said. craftsmanship is already on display for integrating business, engineering, owner, Peter Ni, and the school. Two at ISB in the form of structures used art, and design. “In math, there aren’t always oppor- of Mr. Ni’s employees were on hand Tyler M was interested to see car- to house compost bins outside the tunities to teach creativity. But to be a to teach students the basics of drill- penters create solid joints without MS/HS Cafeteria. The final business BEAD math combines theory with good mathematical thinker, creativity ing, sawing, and measuring – all skills glue or nails based on woodworking component requires students to con- hands-on application by requiring stu- is really important. The art and design crucial to their projects. techniques dating back to the Ming sider how they would meet orders for dents to design, build, and market their aspects build on the mathematical Dynasty. building hundreds of models of their own projects. The aim of students’ visit thinking involved in BEAD math. Grade 10 student Flora J said her project per month by developing a to the furniture workshop was to learn This isn’t strictly a mathematical skills first taste of woodwork had given her “I like that BEAD math is hands-on business plan. The Bulletin Vol 2 Issue 2 18 ISB Table Tennis Stars Shine at APAC in Winter 2015-16 Shanghai

Creativity and Innovation Drop In on Parachute Experiment

By Tom Fearon, Communications Specialist

Grade 10 integrated science students Science teacher Travis Tebo said the Students experimented with different and square. It also doesn’t need a very raised engineering design to the same took project-based learning to new open-ended structure of the learning parachute canopy shapes, sharing their long suspension line,” she said. level as scientific inquiry. heights in December by designing experience facilitated high levels of feedback with each other to help refine and constructing parachutes capable communication and collaboration. each team’s designs. Michael X, who used a circular para- “This activity wasn’t restricted to just of slowly and steadily descending chute, said he thought the task of learning about drag or air resistance. It from the upper gallery. Crafted us- “When you don’t choreograph every “We did a lot of research and we found designing a parachute “would be much was more about the design, prototyp- ing a shower curtain and string, the part of the learning, positive things can that the circle [-shaped canopy] works easier.” He added that the hands-on ing, and research processes that go into parachutes were originally designed happen that wouldn’t normally hap- best. We put holes in the top of our approach to learning had given him a creating and modifying an idea,” he to safely transport eggs to the ground pen,” he said. “I offered to help along parachute too because during our tests deeper understanding of physics. said. “Everyone worked so well collab- from the school building’s roof. How- with other students taking geometry our parachute spun around, so the oratively. The entire class knew nothing ever, poor air quality confined the when we were configuring parachute holes help it have a more even de- “The highlight was learning both about parachutes to begin with, but experiment to indoors with tennis balls designs. At one stage there were 10 of scent,” said Eve T. independently and collaboratively. Ex- that didn’t stop them from sharing to avoid a yolky mess. us at the board sketching, while others periencing it yourself definitely helps ideas.” looked up information online.” Aoi N used a hexagonal parachute you to connect the theory with the real The learning activity inspired students with several strategically placed holes world,” he said. to look at different ways to study mo- “Everyone worked so well collab- in it to reduce oscillation. tion and velocity. Students conducted oratively. The entire class knew Last year ISB adopted the Next Gen- test-drops of their parachutes from the “We found through testing that a cir- eration Science Standards (NGSS), upper gallery, timing and recording nothing about parachutes to cular parachute fell the slowest and the which represent a commitment to each descent. Videos were analyzed begin with, but that didn’t stop rectangular one the fastest. A hexagon integrate engineering design into the using data-collection software Logger them from sharing ideas.” seemed like a good solution because structure of science education. Mr. Pro, which tracked motion and speed. it’s kind of the shape between a circle Tebo said the parachute experiment The Bulletin Vol 2 Issue 2 19 ISB Table Tennis Stars Shine at APAC in Winter 2015-16 Shanghai

Ash Moniz Leads Artistic Mission Impossible

By Tom Fearon, Communications Specialist

Have you ever imagined what ISB a class assignment, a lot of students is the “art” itself. Sometimes when I How did the ISB community react to that already exists in the school? We might look like if it was painted hot think of everything as result-based. It’s create a sculpture, the performance of these displays of performance art? ultimately decided to have an “under- pink? Or what it’s like to go to class always about what will be the “final me making the sculpture is the art. In water class” in the pool. We had notes under water? What if ISB’s lower product”and not so much the process. this exhibition, painting the school The students who were involved in and pretended to be studying to make gallery was converted into a Formula Often the fear of not accomplishing became the art piece. painting the school hot pink were full it authentic. 1 race track? High school students a goal is something that holds them of adrenaline when a crowd gathered. sought to recreate these scenarios back from trying. The way we concep- What was the creative process in com- That element of providing the students What other projects were you in- through the medium of performance tualize what a goal is or how we ac- ing up with the ideas for this exhibi- with that feeling of excitement was volved with as ISB’s Artist in Resi- art under the guidance of ISB’s artist complish something often affects how tion? really important to the creative process. dence? in residence Ash Moniz. The Canadian we go about trying to achieve them. sculptor explains the background of It was an entirely collaborative pro- What was the goal of the other proj- I presented in art classes and spoke the students’ exhibition “Evidence of I wanted to work with students on cess. At the beginning I had a sign-up ect of an ISB “under water”? to students about the importance of the Impossible” unveiled on November ideas we knew couldn’t be accom- sheet and we developed a huge list of process-based work, while also show- 20. plished. From the outset, there was ideas, something like 30 ideas from 40 We originally wanted to work more ing examples of my work and explain- never any fear of failure. students. We spent the first week just with the traces of water, such as rec- ing how I work outside of mediums. I What was the inspiration behind this talking up the ideas, which was really reating rust stains. Later we decided also worked with lower grades to make exhibition? Why is it so important to be free of an important step. Coming up with to explore what kind of filming tech- sculptures and create other artistic such inhibitions when creating art? ideas is also a skill in itself. In the end, niques and resources we could use to experiments. When asked to consider how to go we chose a few that were considered make it seem we were underwater. about making a project or handling Often the process of doing something the most visually accurate and fun. How could we be creative with water The Bulletin Vol 2 Issue 2 20 ISB Table Tennis Stars Shine at APAC in Winter 2015-16 Shanghai

ISB’s golf team competed at the ACAMIS tourna- The second day was foggy and rainy. The course success. ISB claimed four major prizes and many of ISB Caps Off ment in Shenzhen on November 11. As this year’s played longer and the greens were soft. After a disap- our young players improved individually. This tourna- team captain, I led ISB’s youngest golf team in the pointing round on day one, I followed up with a solid ment brings to an end another successful season for Stellar Season school’s 35-year history. We had only three high 75 while Colin H (Grade 8) hit 74. our golf team. Thank you to all players, parents, and schoolers out of the 11 members that attended our coaches Mr. Fidler and Mr. Dahl for their sup- with ACAMIS ACAMIS. Far from being overwhelmed by the tough However, the wet conditions proved to be harder for port of our team throughout the season. competition, ISB’s young stars did their school – and the rest of the team. ISB finished second overall be- Success themselves – proud on the big occasion. hind Shanghai American School (SAS) Puxi. Annie S won the longest drive competition on the second Eleven schools competed in the tournament, and day. I came third in the boys’ individual competition By Alan Z, Grade 11 some very good golf was played during the two days and William S finished second. Sophie Z-M tied of stroke play. On the first day, Annie S (Grade 9) for second in the girls’ individual competition with broke through with the best round from ISB with a another member from SAS Puxi. score of 74. William S (Grade 8) and Sophie Z-M (Grade 6) followed closely behind with 76. Overall, this year’s ACAMIS tournament was a great The Bulletin Vol 2 Issue 2 21 ISB Table Tennis Stars Shine at APAC in Winter 2015-16 Shanghai

Ready, Set, Grow! ISB Celebrates ‘Movember’

ISB raised awareness of men’s health issues by sponsoring events and ac- tivities for “Movember.” Many of our male staff, including Head of School Dr. Tarek Razik, participated in this worldwide awareness campaign by growing beards and moustaches.

On November 3, staff including Deputy Head of School Dr. Mark Hardeman and theater teacher Tom Rosevear had a close shave in the MS/ HS Cafeteria at the hands of visiting hairdressers. Students also embraced the spirit of the day by getting creative haircuts and wearing false moustaches.

ISB’s “Movember” festivities culminat- ed with our annual staff chili cook-off in the staff lounge on November 25. We appreciate your support of our staff and students’ participation in this campaign! The Bulletin Vol 2 Issue 2 22 ISB Table Tennis Stars Shine at APAC in Winter 2015-16 Shanghai

Long Way from Lido: Former Trustee Reflects on 35 Years of Growth at ISB

By Tom Fearon, Communications Specialist

When Tommy Liu moved to Beijing a local Chinese school for their first have my kids accepted,” he recalled. opened up,” said Mr. Liu, then the only Reflecting on his early years in Beijing, in 1980, it was a very different city to few years before Mr. Liu’s friends from non-diplomat on the Board. Mr. Liu said sending his sons to ISB the one we know today. Bicycles far the Swedish Embassy recommended a Mr. Liu and his wife, much like their was one of the best decisions he made. outnumbered cars on the roads, while new, exciting school in Lido: the Inter- sons, immediately felt at home in the While his sons have long graduated “luxury” items like coffee and cheese national School of Beijing. ISB community. In autumn of 1989, from ISB, Mr. Liu still lives in Beijing. “We all know how important educa- could only be bought from the Friend- the family deepened their connection In November, he paid his first visit to tion is to give your children a good ship Store downtown using foreign However, back then the school was to the school when Mr. Liu became a the school at its Shunyi campus. start in life. Every time I see my kids, expert cheques. Life could hardly be almost exclusively for children from trustee. I’m very happy. ISB has definitely been more different for the Swedish busi- the UK, US, Canada, Australia, or New “It’s fascinating to see the school today. an important part of their education. It nessman, who at the time worked for Zealand. “I didn’t know what to expect. I had It’s unbelievable,” he said. “Back then I has given them something else that is European food packaging giant Tetra- never been a school board member. don’t think the people involved in the very important,” he said. pak. “If you weren’t from the school’s five I thought it was an exciting thing, a school could have imagined what we founding nations, you were lucky new experience. Things were starting have today. I definitely couldn’t. Many “Every time I go to Sweden I feel I am Mr. Liu was joined in Beijing six years to have your children attend. If you to change and there were more for- schools worldwide would do very well traveling home, and every time I come later by his family, including his two weren’t a diplomat, it was more or less eign businesspeople coming to China to learn from ISB.” to Beijing I feel I am coming home, sons aged 5 and 6. Both boys attended impossible. I felt I was very lucky to with their families as the country too. I know my kids have the same feeling.” The Bulletin Vol 2 Issue 2 23 ISB Table Tennis Stars Shine at APAC in Winter 2015-16 Shanghai

Holiday Concerts Celebrate Festive Traditions

The elementary school performing arts department spread the festive spirit with holiday concerts by Grade 2 and 3 students in the ISB theater on December 3 and 15. Although both shows had different repertoires, each celebrated different winter holiday tra- ditions including Hanukkah, Christ- mas, and Kwanzaa. All students were excited to show the elements of move- ment, drama, and music they learned in performing arts to an eager audience of parents, teachers, and classmates. It wasn’t just students who embraced the festive spirit, either. Teachers per- formed at an elementary school as- sembly on December 18, singing “The 12 Days of Beijing,” a festive rendition of “The 12 Days of Christmas” that premiered last year. The Bulletin Vol 2 Issue 2 24 ISB Table Tennis Stars Shine at APAC in Winter 2015-16 Shanghai

ES Choirs Spread Festive Cheer at Hotel Performances

Elementary school choirs honored a decades-old ISB tradition by singing Christmas carols and other holiday songs at hotels downtown ahead of the winter break. Led by music teach- ers Cyndi Campbell, Matt Enders, and Grade 2 teacher Megan Meek, students performed at the Metropark Lido Hotel, Park Hyatt Beijing, and Sunrise Kempinski Hotel.

The choir’s performance at the Met- ropark Lido Hotel on November 29 was particularly special, with this year’s appearance marking the 23rd year ISB children have sung carols at the hotel, which was previously known as the Holiday Inn. Several groups of students performed at the three hotels, ranging in ensembles of 24, 60, and 160 singers smartly dressed in festive red vests, Santa hats, and reindeer ears. The Bulletin Vol 2 Issue 2 25 ISB Table Tennis Stars Shine at APAC in Winter 2015-16 Shanghai

APAC Dance: Becoming a Family

By Anica S (Grade 11), Taite C and Sarah W (Grade 12)

“So, who won?” This was just one of munication and collaboration through For this festival in particular, we different moods in the choreography. istry. We learned to commit to practice the questions we were asked when our choreography. explored belly, hula, K-Pop, popping, and to each other. The experience tied dance team came back from APAC and modern dance styles. Through We worked together as a team for us together as a dance family. Dance 2015 at Taejon Christian In- Ten schools came together for the belly, popping, and hula dancing, we three months to choreograph a dance ternational School. Our response was, event. Each school brought ten dancers learned to isolate certain muscles and to music of our choice. We practiced "There are no winners. It’s a festival!” and came prepared with a performance use them to explore dance styles that repeatedly to make sure we were in based on a common theme. This year we had never learned before. K-Pop sync. All movements and transitions A seemingly common perception of the theme was “Transformations.” Two dancing had obvious influences from needed to be at the same angle, all APAC Dance is that it is a compe- dancers from each school were placed Korean culture. We were immersed in jumps and turns simultaneous, and all tition, with one winner at the end of in Fusion Groups where they attended the culture, as we could hear the music kicks at the same height. We organized the festival. However, the festival is so dance workshops together. Then, each outside of the workshop classroom our own costumes and planned stage much more than that. It’s about pursu- group choreographed a dance “fusing” and in the streets. Lastly, we learned to lighting to enhance the dance. ing our interests in dance, forming new techniques learned from the work- appreciate different layers of a piece of friendships with students from other shops. music in the modern dance workshop, As we got closer to our performance, schools, and learning skills in com- and learned to improvise and create what really mattered was team chem- The Bulletin Vol 2 Issue 2 26 ISB Table Tennis Stars Shine at APAC in Winter 2015-16 Shanghai

Creative Compositions at AMIS Music Festival

By Andrew H (Grade 9) and Laurina Y (Grade 10)

ISB hosted the Asian Boys AMIS Next, the ISB High School Orchestra field,” this further highlighted the pas- With the energetic orchestra accompa- able to participate in the performance. Music Festival on November 7 in a performed “Proelli” composed by A.K sionate emotion conveyed throughout nying the choir, the lively dynamics of Friendships were built between the stu- showcase of impressive choir and or- Ranganathan. Prior to this piece, the the piece. A more intense composition the piece were brought to life and its dents, performers, and composers. chestral performances of compositions orchestra had the opportunity to enjoy than the first piece, it was especially spirited mood resonated with singers by AMIS award-winning artists. a video created by fellow orchestra enjoyable for the orchestra to play due and orchestra musicians alike. Without Mr. Yu and Ms. Bulteel’s members that featured the composer to its high demands in terms of musi- tireless efforts and contributions to this The ISB Concert Orchestra opened introducing his piece. This provided an cianship and performance techniques. Moreover, it was such a memorable festival, none of these lasting friend- festivities with “Prelude and Fugue interesting perspective into what the experience for the High School Or- ships would have been possible. Thank for Strings” by Richard Blaquière, a piece was about, and it was great to Furthermore, selective members in the chestra to play in the AMIS composi- you to all of those who participated in Grade 10 student at Frankfurt Inter- hear the composer’s original intentions advanced group of the High School tion concert. this event. We look forward to the next national School. Richard explained of the piece. Orchestra had the opportunity to per- inter-school music festival ISB has the that the theme and dynamic variations form James Humberstone’s “Waterside Seeing incredible accomplishments by honor to host! throughout the piece provide “an aes- Created in a state of rage and frustra- Adventures,” which was written espe- students our age boosted everyone’s thetic tone with a touch of Beethoven.” tion, the piece consists of repeating cially for the festival. motivation and confidence to continue staccato notes. Being an exciting piece our pursuits for musical excellence and As the piece developed, its mood for the orchestra to perform due to its Dr. Humberstone’s partnership with enjoyment. All students were in awe intensified with crescendo-emphasized strong contrast in volume and dynam- ISB dates back several years, and he after hearing that it took the artists notes and differentiating key signa- ics, the piece was also impactful for the has composed multiple pieces for stu- just a week or two to compose pieces tures. The piece was extremely well audience. dents. The orchestra had the chance to that sounded impressively professional. structured both tempo- and dynam- accompany the Middle School AMIS ic-wise. The orchestra performed the The composer went on to explain the choir for “Waterside Adventures” in Overall, the experience was wonderful piece with delicacy and passion, gain- meaning of the title of the piece. Stat- what turned out to be a fun, collabora- for every student because we all en- ing a rousing applause. ing that “proelli” is Latin for “battle- tive learning experience. joyed watching the concert and were The Bulletin Vol 2 Issue 2 27 ISB Table Tennis Stars Shine at APAC in Winter 2015-16 Shanghai

Ian H was in Grade 9 when he first performed in ISB Senior the Beijing International Schools Young Musician of the Year competition three years ago. Although top Runner-Up in honors that year went to his senior counterparts, the experience sparked the young violinist’s passion for Musician performance at the elite level. Competition “I remember that I didn’t pose too much competition to the other musicians back then. I was warming up By Tom Fearon, in the hallway and heard other students performing concertos that sounded extremely difficult, which Communications Specialist motivated me to try again three years later,” he said.

Ian’s motivation paid off. He finished runner-up in the 2015 competition, which was held at the ISB theater on November 29. 2015 marked the 10th anniversary of the competition, which brings togeth- er the best soloists from local international schools. Their performances were judged by renowned local musicians including Bruce Foster, Liesel Duhon, Shen Yue, and Zhang Sihua.

Accompanied by his sister Ingrid from Grade 10 on piano, Ian performed “Violin Concerto No. 1 in G minor” by German composer Max Bruch. Despite conceding that he had “a few hiccups” on stage, Ian said overall he was delighted with his performance and thrilled to finish second amid such talented com- petition.

“Going into the competition, I didn’t set out to win. I viewed it more as an opportunity to learn and get to know other students who share my passion for music. I wanted to hear what they performed and learn from other musicians in terms of what they do well, both in their performance and enjoyment of music on stage,” said Ian, who also plays violin in ISB’s Con- cert Orchestra. The Bulletin Vol 2 Issue 2 28 Winter 2015-16

ISB Table Tennis Stars Shine at Shanghai APAC

By Tom Fearon, Communications Specialist

ISB freshman Bryan X upset Shanghai American to their potential and represented ISB with honor. and Aily N claimed third behind senior duo Jessica by mentoring younger players and even surprising School Pudong’s (SASPD) three-time champion It was a very memorable experience,” said ISB coach W and Brigitte X who finished second. In the boys Coach Qu with a cake after learning her birthday Curtis X in a thrilling boys singles final at the APAC Qu Hao, who was participating in her fourth annual doubles, Bryan X and Robert L added to ISB’s medal was on day two of the tournament. Table Tennis tournament hosted by Concordia Inter- APAC Table Tennis tournament. tally as runners-up to HKIS. national School Shanghai. The victory capped off a Students also showed other L21 skills, including successful outing for ISB, which also claimed run- Expectations were high for ISB at the Shanghai “I’m most proud of our team as a whole. communication and collaboration, by fostering ners-up in both the boys and girls team events. tournament following their China Cup success in Every student played to their potential and friendships and sharing playing tips with students mid-January at Hong Kong International School from other schools during their mixed doubles Spurred on by cheers from his teammates, Bryan (HKIS), where the girls team were champions and represented ISB with honor. It was a very events. There was even signs of creativity and innova- celebrated each point in his victory against his senior the boys placed third. In addition to Bryan’s victory, memorable experience.” tion from players who swapped their paddles for cell SASPD opponent with enthusiastic fist pumps and the Dragons also performed strongly in other events phones in friendly games in between official matches. cries of “Hao qiu (good shot), let’s goooo!” at the APAC championships against tough competi- The APAC tournament was the final event for five tion from five other schools. ISB seniors, including boys team captain Robert L “I’m very happy for Bryan’s victory, but I’m most and girls counterpart Jessica W. All demonstrated proud of our team as a whole. Every student played In the girls doubles, junior-freshman pairing Iris C leadership and responsibility throughout the trip