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Biking, Climbing, Hiking… But No Camping for Freshmen

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Destination? Qingyuan. The freshmen are preparing for their first China Trips as high schoolers. For some of us, it will be our first trip at AISG. What will the trip be like? China Trips is part of AISG’s “extended circular program”, and all students are expe... More »

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Calling All Daydreamers

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The universe in your head is almost always a better place than the world we actually live in. Explaining that universe to others, however, is just not as simple as it sounds. Something is lost when that thought goes from your head into your mouth or on to your... More »

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Is a 7 Hour School Day Too Long?

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On average, a typical school day lasts 7 hours. Students begin school at 8:00 am and typically will end school at 3:00-3:30 pm. Throughout the day, students may have 4-6 classes, depending on how long each class is and what it requires. As a student in twelfth... More »

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China Trips: Teacher vs. Seniors vs. Dragonfly

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Finishing extended essays, starting on internal assessments, documenting CAS and writing college applications are just a few of the many tasks the seniors have to accomplish in this school year. With this in mind, there has been a growing resentment amongst th... More »

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New Juniors: Introducing Lance d.G

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With the start of a new school year, AISG has once again received a substantial influx of new students to all high-school grade levels. The 11th grade has gained 8 new students, one of whom is Lance d.G from the Philippines, who formerly attended a school in S... More »

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Freshmen Thoughts on High School

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Every year, 8th graders make the transition to high School and take on the new changes of school life. These changes can be drastic and may even be an intimidating process at times. However, this is not always true and some students transition from middle scho... More »

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Is the ‘Right’ College Really a Thing?

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College is the next big step after graduating high school. No matter how prepared you may feel for college, there is no certainty that what you expect will become a reality. Once I completed my junior year of high school, it was time to go college hunting. Ini... More »

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How To: Get Back on Track After Long Vacations

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*Note: The names of all interviewees have not been disclosed as readers may disregard their recommendations by virtue of their identity. Have you ever returned to school after a relaxing vacation and your legs just refuse to walk up the seven flights of stairs... More »

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The Phenomenon of Lucid Dreaming

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Lucid dreams: “dreams during which the dreamer is conscious and aware that he is/she is dreaming while the dream is taking place” (PsychCentral) — or, a dream where the dreamer realizes that they are dreaming. What’s cool about this phenomenon is that when the... More »

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Grade 10 StuCo Election Results

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On Tuesday, August 28, 10th graders all gathered in the theatre for the STUCO elections. Here are the nominees: President: Ben K. Vice President: Andy H. and Caeley K. Secretary: Chie Y. and Ishita A. Treasurer: Rahul S. All candidates gave a 2 to 3 minute spe... More »

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Family Fun Day

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On September 15th, AISG will be hosting our annual Family Fun Day in Science Park. This event serves our students as well as the parents with good food, fun games, and sufficient time to bond with friends after the long summer and the grueling first few weeks ... More »

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Welcome Seniors to Their Second Year of IB Art

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IB Art 2019! This year, eleven seniors have started their IB Art journey. They are now working in the new art studio next to Ms. Mora’s room. All of the seniors in the class chose to take the high-level course, which requires the students to complete eight to ... More »