![In the end of Semester 1, AISG grade 10 students made choices that would influence them for the coming two years of International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and possibly their future academic careers. They would be choosing an array of courses, aiming to fit their academic strengths and passions. According to the IB official website, the IBDP develops inquiring, knowledgeable students by requiring students to take courses in different disciplines and allowing each student to make unique course combinations. Students […]](https://beacon.aisgz.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_2676-1400x912.jpg)
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![The student narrative of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) is well-known: a relentless gauntlet of internal assessments, extended essays, and sleepless nights. But what about the dedicated professionals who design the lessons, grade the papers, and provide the steadying hand through the two-year storm? Within the demanding International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, science courses are often a consistent source of student stress. It is in this challenging context that Mr. Joe Boettcher, current IBDP Physics teacher, brings a unique perspective, […]](https://beacon.aisgz.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/WechatIMG234.jpg)
![Image of Senior Lounge, picture provided by Sofia S By: Maxi S. The transition from junior to senior year is always a challenge. It’s filled with extra worries, anxiety, countless late nights of studying, and revising cumulatives and summatives to improve predicted grades (PGs). While every class faces this task, students shouldn’t have to suffer more than necessary. This is why the idea of a senior lounge — a place where seniors can relax and destress — is so valued. […]](https://beacon.aisgz.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-20-at-8.16.06-PM.png)
![We often imagine a secondary school counselor’s office as a place for crises and mental turmoil. But step behind our secondary school counselor, Ms. Brittney Young’s door, and you’re just as likely to find a conversation against sacrificing sleep, jumping on a mini-trampoline, or a heated discussion regarding neuroscience! The stories the walls could tell aren’t just about course selections and test scores; they’re stories of anxiety, triumph, confusion, and growth. So, how did the person who “loves going to […]](https://beacon.aisgz.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/WechatIMG215.jpg)
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MoreSenioritis: A Senior’s Guide to Staying Motivated
By: Oasis T. As I sit here in the middle of my final year, I’ve come to realize that senioritis is not just a myth whispered about in the hallways or a distant concept we all thought we would be the exception to – it’s a very real thing, and I’m living it. Se... More »
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Why Did China Trips Change?
(Image of class of 2026 China Trips in 2023, image from @aisgz) Starting next school year, China trips return to their pre-COVID date in April, with a couple more additional changes. It’s not just cut a day short. The activities, locations, and purpose of Chi... More »
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Beyond the Classroom: The Journey of Mr. Diego Buchheim
If you were to walk past Mr. Diego Buchheim’s classroom at AISG, you might see a Secondary Health and PE teacher explaining a concept with energy and confidence. What you might not see is the journey of a once extremely shy... More »
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The Challenges of a Tech-Free Zone in Our School Library
Our school library, taken by author By Alyssa C The school library has always been an essential space for students who seek quiet, focus, collaboration, and academic spaces. However, technology has transformed these spaces i... More »
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Your Passport to APAC Adventures
Varsity Girls Soccer @ SFS for APAC Soccer 2025, taken from @aisgzram By: Oasis T. For many students, the Asia-Pacific Activities Conference, or APAC, is a highlight of the school year. It represents the culmination of a ... More »
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Baker and Bogie – An Unstoppable Team
Whether you’re a student, a teacher, or a member of the faculty, chances are you’ve noticed a four-legged furry friend and his ‘human’ mom in the Ramshack at the front of the school. We’ve all seen Bogie and Mrs. Dee Baker... More »
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Mr. Fuang’s Tea Corner
(Picture of Mr Fuang’s tea corner in room B-511 taken by author) The beginning of a new school year always brings a mix of emotions – excitement to reconnect with friends and nerves from new classes and people, as well as get... More »
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Teacher Wordle #1
The word games are back, somewhat. Today you need to guess the last name of a teacher in our school. Have fun! Hint: technology. For more ideas or suggestions, contact any of the Beacon staff. More »
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Varsity Boys Volleyball: Potential APAC Champions?
(The AISG Boys’ Varsity Volleyball team after winning a friendly game at home against NCPA. Photograph: AISG) By: Henry L. Season 1 athletics at AISG have commenced once again and the Boys’ Varsity Volleyball team have just... More »
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Joe Boettcher: Teaching, Learning, and Life Abroad
As an international school, AISG is home to a diverse community of students, staff, and administrators from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. For many, China is not their first international move—students and staff ... More »
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Should the 11th Graders Be Allowed to Drink Coffee?
A cup of coffee Image from Americano Lounge As schoolwork piles up, as extracurriculars fill up any remaining free time, and as the tasks of the school day become more rigorous, students are increasingly looking for quick way... More »
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More Than a Ceremony: The Journey and Preparation Behind AISG’s Class of 2025 Graduation
Picture of last year’s graduation ceremony for the Class of 2024, image from author Eduardo D. May 27, 2025 As seniors wrap up their IB Diploma Program (DP) exams, all eyes now turn to the next big thing: graduation. Despite ... More »
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