On November 9, 52 high school students and teachers departed for Yanshan, Jiangxi, to begin a week-long teaching support and learning trip under the Shang-Shang Cooperation initiative. This initiative marks the first partnership with Wang'er Town Central Primary School in Yanshan County. Serving as student mentors, SABS participants will deliver engaging courses in music, sports, arts, and science to local students. Through interactive teaching methods, they aim to broaden educational horizons and enrich learning experiences for children in the mountainous region. From 2016 through 2025, our commitment remains unwavering—this nine-year partnership continues to thrive.

On November 7, the Middle School Humanities Department successfully held the final of the second SABS Youth Speak student debate competition. This year's final focused on the timely topic: Is AI an empowering partner or a dependency trap in learning and life? Debaters presented sharp arguments and clear logic, demonstrating excellent comprehensive skills and critical thinking. The event provided a platform for students to express their ideas and reflect on the relationship between technological development and personal growth.

On November 6, SABK warmly concluded its Who We Are learning celebration amid laughter and joy. Through self-introductions, performances, and sharing sessions, children demonstrated self-awareness and growth. The event focused on self-discovery, helping children recognize their uniqueness and interests. Parents were moved by their progress, while teachers organized engaging activities to build confidence. The school remains committed to providing a nurturing environment where every child can thrive.

From November 7 to 9, SABS’s Edinburgh International Gold Award cycling team carried out a three-day, two-night practice ride covering 160 km in the Xishan and Dongshan areas of Suzhou. Despite rainy weather and cold nights, the team remained highly motivated throughout the journey. This experience tested their physical endurance and embodied the award's core principles—pushing personal limits, serving the community, and becoming global citizens. Their perseverance truly reflected the non-competitive spirit of personal growth. Well done to every rider!

Last week, SABK conducted a fire drill for all students. When the alarm sounded, children promptly evacuated under teacher guidance, using wet towels to cover their noses and mouths while moving quickly along designated routes to safety zones. A police officer joined the drill to explain fire prevention and escape basics. The event concluded with a fire extinguisher demonstration.This practical exercise effectively raised safety awareness and strengthened campus safety preparedness.

The 11th-anniversary themed jigsaw puzzle, collaboratively completed by students during the anniversary celebration week, was officially unveiled in the main school corridor. Comprising 512 pieces, the puzzle incorporates the signature colors of the four houses and PAWS-themed elements, reflecting the collective creativity and heartfelt wishes of the student community. This artwork not only beautifies the campus environment but also showcases the unique spirit and cohesion of each house.

In the “International Science and Peace” 35th Shanghai Youth Golden Key Science Competition, secondary school students gained one First Prize, two SecondPrizes, and twelve Third Prizes. Congratulations to the award-winning students and the secondary school!

Yang Diwen and Yuan Yifei, two high school students, have fulfilled all the requirements for the Silver Award of The Duke of Edinburgh's Award, successfully earning their Silver Award certificates and badges. Congratulations to them!

Yin Xiyao and Huang Yucheng from SABS Japanese program have passed the JLPT N2, which requires mastery of 6,000 words and advanced grammar, equivalent to college-level proficiency. Achieving this in their second year of high school demonstrates remarkable dedication and talent. Their accomplishment sets an inspiring example for the school community. Congratulations on this outstanding achievement!

We are delighted to announce that DP1 student Iris Ye has secured a global goldmedal at the iGEM (International Genetically Engineered Machine) competition.Congratulations to the high school department and Iris!

In the 2025 Jiading District Education Science Research Youth Project Achievement Awards, secondary school teacher Erin Cao's research project ‘Practice and Research of “1+N” Interdisciplinary Project-Based Learning Guided by New Curriculum Standards’ was awarded third prize. Congratulations to Erin and the secondary school department!

Good News: Xu Zhengxi from Middle School won the first prize in the National Youth Information Literacy Competition and the second prize in the 9th National Youth UAV Competition. Congratulations to him!

Good news: teacher Stacy Wu was awarded Third Prize for outstanding mentor in the 2025 Jiading District Primary and Secondary School AI Literacy Challenge!Congratulations to award-winning teacher!

Student Jiayi Shen has secured First Prize in the Secondary School Category of the ‘2025 Jiading District Youth Model Ship Competition’.

Three high school students won two global Gold and a bronze award in the experimental section of the British Physics Olympiad. Congratulations to the high school Physics Group!