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Dana Kole

Show BioHide BioHi! Dana is currently a junior at AISG, and she has been at this school for 13 years now. She loves reading, which is part of the reason why she decided to write for the Beacon. She's excited to learn more about the different aspects of our school by covering articles on anything related to AISG.

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APAC Band @ISB 2025

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  APAC schools performing on February 22, 2025 at ISB Image from ISB photographer APAC Band took place in the International School of Beijing (ISB) this year. The other schools that attended this year were Seoul Foreign School (SFS), Canadian Academy (CA), Sha... More »

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Behind The Scenes with Janet Hong

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What Goes on In the Brain of Our School Counsellor Written by Ikki F. Janet Hong’s yearbook photo (Via. Aisgz.org) As the new school year starts Janet Hong is filled with anticipation, her excitement to meet new students and have an amazing school year is wide... More »

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Procrastination: A Bigger Issue Than You Imagine

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Written by Stanley W. What do the teachers and administrators in AISG need to address the serious procrastination issue so that students can enjoy life in school without anxiety and stress?  An image of a clock with the word “deadline” and all the hands of the... More »

The Upcoming DP1 Semester 1 Exams

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Grade 11 student Carolina W. prepares for her exams during study block. Image from Dana K. Next week,  from December 2-5, the grade 11 students will all be stepping into testing rooms to take their very first IBDP semester 1 exams. For many, feelings of appreh... More »

A Sneak Peek of the 2024 Holiday Bazaar

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  What is going to happen at this year’s annual winter event? Photo from AISG official website: AISG community enjoying the 2023  Holiday Bazaar By Franziska L. As  some winter breezes start to drift into Guangzhou, the nearing arrival of the AISG community’s ... More »

Humans of AISG: Hengyu Z.

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Hengyu and peers present their artworks at the WOMEN IN FLOW Chapter 01 Modern Muse Art Exhibition at Fui Space Photo provided by @aisgzram on Instagram   As a senior who is currently taking HL Art, Hengyu Z. dedicates quite a lot of time to creating art. Her ... More »

How to Navigate Life in China with a Plant-Based Diet

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  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 C... More »

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Collaborative Science Project: Handmade Energy Bars 

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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 were split into small groups to wo... More »