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Word Search #1: Teachers at AISG (part 1)

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This is a first edition word search for The Beacon! It features various names of teachers that teach in middle and high school in AISG. For any suggestions or queries, feel free to contact any of the beacon staff. More »

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Crosswords #3: Varsity Sports at AISG

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This edition of crosswords regards the different varsity sports offered at AISG. Students partaking these sports travel all over Southeast Asia to APACs, fighting for pride and valor whilst also making new friends and connections. The answers will be below the... More »

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The Purpose of Advisory: Our Honest Thoughts

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Every Monday, we sit down and listen to our advisor talk about a variety of issues such as bullying, stress, time management, and grit for 40 minutes on a PowerPoint presentation. Unfortunately, we often zone out and complain after. We also often lose our acad... More »

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Crosswords #2: IBDP Courses

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This edition of crosswords requires you to guess the course from IBDP based on a short descriptor. The answers will be below the puzzle. For suggestions and queries, contact any of The Beacon’s staff. Have fun wording!     [SPOILER] Possible answers are as fol... More »

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Crosswords #1: APAC School Mascots

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This is the first of many crosswords and puzzles to come. To play, simply enter the letters into the boxes. The answers will be below the puzzle. For ideas and queries regarding puzzles and crosswords, do reach out to any of The Beacon staff.     [SPOILER ALER... 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 »

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Year-Round Sport Training in AISG 

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(Photo of the AISG Boys Varsity Volleyball Team winning the GISSA Cup in the 2024-25 Season. Photo from Coach Diego Buchheim Lopez.)   By: Matthew H. AISG should have year-round training to optimize student athletes’ performance and results. This statement can... More »

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Hands-on Learning: AISG’s Social Practice Program

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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’... 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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APAC Dance’s Missing Dance Festival

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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 chan... More »

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AISG Needs Better Toilet Paper Now!

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 By: Willard M “A basic right, not a privilege” – Professor Kwame Akyeampong (Professor of International Education and Development) AISG is considered a prestigious international school in Guangzhou. Being in the APAC division of performing arts and sports alo... More »