![Grade 11, Laura H works with staff from Deron Dental to find cavities and carry out an oral examination. Image provided by Laura H. Imagine stepping into a workplace, gaining firsthand experience in your future career… This is the reality for students at AISG’s Social Practice Program where students are not just learning about careers—they’re living them. “AISG’s Social Practice Program partners with leading companies in Guangzhou to provide Upper Secondary School students with real-life, hands-on work experiences beyond the […]](https://beacon.aisgz.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/WechatIMGa1bf0d70cb94e3ef32f62694b02ada43-1400x912.jpeg)
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![The IB Curriculum Model (picture from the International School of Estonia) Eduardo D. In August 2023, the American International School of Guangzhou (AISG) introduced the long-awaited Middle Years Programme (MYP) in grades six through ten. Although it required extensive preparation from the school and demands significantly more effort from both teachers and students, the MYP aims to encourage students to connect their classroom learning with real-world experiences, while also preparing them for the transition to the IB Diploma Programme. The […]](https://beacon.aisgz.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-10-10-at-10.28.45-PM.png)
![AISG Varsity/APAC Dance Team 24-25’s first group photo By: Jasmine L. This year, a major change occurred in the dance team’s plans — AISG declined WAB’s invitation to the Dance Festival. Unfortunately, the dance team members were not informed about this change and the reason for it, leading to misunderstandings between the team and their advisors. As a member of the Asia Pacific Athletic Conference (APAC) since 2008, AISG encourages its students to develop comprehensively, not just in academics, but […]](https://beacon.aisgz.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-10-10-at-10.20.12-PM-770x912.png)
![It is the beginning of the AISG school year, which means a fresh start for many. Lower and Upper Secondary students rejoice, and teachers prepare to educate. For the Class of 2025 though, this time of year means the Extended Essay (EE) is due as a part of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IBDP). This alliterative assignment doesn’t seem to be much at first, but as you will learn soon, it is one of the biggest challenges for students in […]](https://beacon.aisgz.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/EE-picture.jpeg)
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The Cross-Country Team Races in Bangkok!
Photo from XC coaches On September 12, the Varsity Cross Country (XC) team went to Bangkok to attend the International School of Bangkok (ISB) annual invite. With 14 schools attending the ISB invite, there were also 218 students participating in the meet for ... More »
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More2024 APAC Boys Soccer Super Tournament at CISS
Last week, the AISG varsity boys soccer team headed off to Shanghai to compete in the 2024 APAC boys Soccer Super tournament hosted by Concordia International school of Shanghai (CISS) from Thursday April 18 to Saturday April 21. The goalkeeper Felix said, “... More »
How to Navigate Life in China with a Plant-Based Diet
Ms. Flansburg and Mr. Ulhaq enjoy vegan food together in Thailand. Image from Flansburg The vegan, vegetarian, or plant-based diet has only recently been accepted in mainstream society, due to rising concerns about the environment and animal rights. But in China, this isn’t always the case. As a culture with a palate deeply rooted in hearty, salty, and meaty flavors, it’s hard to find Chinese fo... More »
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Life Beyond the Lanyard – Discovering the Person Behind AISG’s Dean of Students and Her Aspirations to Create a Positive Environment.
By: Carolina W. Ms. Eileen Rueth, AISG’s student Dean, has taken on a role that goes far beyond being a lanyard police. She describes her job as “really building relationships; I am the advocate for students, you have two pri... More »
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Top 5 Games to Play Behind the Teacher’s Back
By Brian S. Wasting your time is harder than you think, but I can teach you to become a master at it with the path of a gamer. I can teach you to fall in love with video games. Extensions The first step: Google extension... More »
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A New Beginning: The 2024 Vision of GCED at AISG
“Serving. Caring. Reflective.” These three words describe the Global Citizenship Education (GCED) program at AISG, says Mr. Cheung, the program director. However, some students are unaware of what GCED stands for and simpl... More »
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Collaborative Science Project: Handmade Energy Bars
Note: the author is affiliated with this event. Students pose as they are baking their energy bars in the school kitchen. Image from Dana K. This week, from Thursday August 30 to Friday August 31, all the grade 11 students... More »
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Teacher Appreciation Week
April 29 – May 3 was teacher appreciation week at AISG. Teacher appreciation week is a week where students express their deep gratitude for the work and passion their teachers put in every day. Teachers were given special g... More »
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End-of-Year Advice for Success in the New Year
Image taken from @aisgzram instagram. As summer is right around the corner, the students at AISG look back at the year and prepare for the next one. No matter what grade you’re in, taking the time to consider your future ste... More »
End of the 2023-2024 School Year: Exciting Plans for the Summer
With the 2023-2024 school year ending this week, many students are brimming with excitement about the summer break. Although the school year officially ends on June 7th, most students have already planned out their summer plans in detail to make the most of their two-month break from school. “I’m heading to Xinjiang, a province located in the northwest of China, this June for a road trip with my... More »
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The 2023-2024 Athletics & Activities Awards Ceremony!
By Raaghav A. The AISG Athletics and Awards Ceremony for the 2023-2024 sports was held on May 10th at the Science Park Theater. Hosted by the Athletic Council members Seamus (’25), Katherine (’26) and Eddie (’26), the ceremon... More »
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AISG’s International Day at Science Park!
By Jasmine L. On April 20, the AISG PTA held their annual International Day event at AISG’s newly renovated Science Park Campus. It was the first time for the event to be held at the Science Park Campus once again ever since... More »
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