On September 17, kindergarten Director Guo visited a postnatal center and gave a lecture titled The Crucial Years: Sensitive Periods (0-3) for new mothers.She explained infant behavior and parenting strategies using real cases. Mothers engaged actively and sought advice after the talk.The event helped deepen understanding of early childhood development, demonstrating SABS’s commitment to community service and scientific parenting.

On September 18, the high school held a lively club fair with 18 student-led clubs in arts, sports, and academics.Clubs like Polaris Band, Basketball, Pop Dance, and Drama Club showcased their work through displays, performances, and interactions. Freshmen explored booths, asked questions, and signed up enthusiastically.The event enriched campus life and provided a platform for students to develop interests and skills.

On September 19, our school organized all students to participate in air defense knowledge learning.Upon hearing the alarm, fourth graders quickly and orderly evacuated from their classrooms to safe areas in just three minutes, demonstrating strong discipline and emergency responsiveness. Other grade levels learned to identify three types of alarm signals—pre-warning, air raid, and all-clear—by watching educational videos and listening to recordings. They also acquired essential escape and self-protection skills.This activity effectively improved the school’s emergency response capacity and strengthened campus safety preparedness, translating safety education into concrete practice.

On September 18, our school invited Officer Lu Qing from Anting Police Station to deliver a safety lecture titled Say No to Bullying for fourth and fifth graders.The officer explained what bullying is, its forms and consequences, and taught students how to identify and courageously reject it. He emphasized the importance of seeking help from teachers, parents, or the police instead of enduring in silence.Students engaged actively during the session. The lecture effectively raised their awareness of self-protection and legal rights, contributing to a safer and more friendly campus environment.

On September 18, all seventh-grade students watched the acrobatic dramaTianshan Snowat Jiading Poly Theatre in Shanghai. The performance combined skilled acrobatics with a moving story set in the Tianshan region, receiving enthusiastic reactions from the audience.A student representative noted that the show offered both innovative acrobatics and a deeper understanding of the bond between border communities and the nation.The event enhanced students' cultural confidence and national identity through art.

Last week, G10 students attended a three-day technical workshop at Shanghai Volkswagen Industrial School.They trained in skills like machining, circuit welding, and electronic assembly, building from scratch sensor cars that can follow tracks automatically. The students participated actively and diligently.The activity combined theory and practice, strengthening hands-on skills, problem-solving ability, and understanding of engineering—truly embodying “learning by doing.”

This semester, the High School Department has optimized and adjusted the student union structure to enhance its service effectiveness and organizational capacity. The student union now consists of one president and one vice president, responsible for overall coordination, and four functional departments: Academic Activities, Discipline and Arbitration, Publicity, and Student Life.From last Wednesday to Friday, the High School Department conducted student union interviews, attracting many students eager to contribute to the school community and develop their capabilities. We look forward to the new student union demonstrating strong teamwork and execution in contributing to campus development.

On September 19, the Primary School Department organized a homeroom teacher training titled From AI-Powered Thematic Class Meetings to the Art of Parent-Teacher Communication.The session began with Teacher Gan explaining how AI can innovate the format and content of thematic classes, demonstrating its value in enhancing interaction and student engagement.During the discussion on parent-teacher communication, teachers exchanged ideas on common parental concerns across different grades. The brainstorming sparked new approaches in a lively and collaborative atmosphere.Focused and substantial, the training provided practical strategies while boosting the team’s confidence and cohesion.

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!

In the new academic year, 6 teachers were honoured with the 2025 Anting Town Gardener Award; 14 were recognised as Anting Town's Ninth Cohort of Key Teachers; 10 teachersdistinguished themselves in the 6th ‘Red Beech Cup’ Teaching Competition, while 14 showcased their talents in the 4th ‘New Beech Cup’ Teaching Demonstration Event. 22 educators were commended for their outstanding academic achievement outcomes, and 8 teachers each received awards from the Jiading Private Education Associationand CIFI Group!

Last week, SABK successfully held a Parent Committee meeting. During the session, members actively engaged in interactions, expressing their expectations and aspirations for the new semester by posting notes, while also reflecting on the achievements and shortcomings of the previous semester. The meeting effectively enhanced communication and trust between home and kindergarten, further promoting the implementation of the parent-kindergarten collaboration mechanism. This has laid a solid foundation for supporting the holistic development of young children.

On September 14, SABS launched the Sunshine Course enrollment for its primary and secondary students. As a key part of SABS's distinctive education program, the daily afternoon elective courses cover six major fields: Language Culture, Sports Health, Instrumental Music, Arts Performance, Inquiry Practice, and Technology Innovation. Nearly 180 courses are offered for students to choose from.Shortly after enrollment began, many classes filled quickly due to high demand, reflecting students’ strong interest in diverse learning pathways. This semester’s Sunshine Course continues to emphasize developing strengths and respecting interests, aiming to broaden horizons and tap into potential through a rich curriculum, empowering well-rounded and personalized student development.

Rain Jiang, a graduate of the Class of 2024, has been fundraising since last December for his self-initiated Hope School project, which aims to build dream classrooms in rural schools. He has raised 230,000 RMB in donations from compassionate netizens and companies. All funds have been put to practical use, including installing air conditioners, renovating classrooms, and equipping smart screens. The remaining donations will cover five years of maintenance and provide courses in arts and information technology for left-behind children lacking family support.His video series has gained over 10 million views on TikTok. He was also invited to speak at TikTok’s headquarters about his public welfare project, standing out as the only independent creator of a charity initiative present.Rain has always been an outstanding representative of SABS. His story serves as an inspiration not only to students but also to us educators, reminding us to persist in kindness and altruism to benefit all students.

This summer, three high school students demonstrated strong social responsibility through action. They participated in the Shanghai-Qinghai pairing assistance program, engaged in community volunteer services, and shared ethnic culture with children in remote mountain areas.Through these activities, they built genuine friendships, enhanced their leadership skills, and, most importantly, proved that the unity and strength of young people can truly drive change in the world.We hope all SABS students can contribute within their capacity to the prosperity and development of our community and society.

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!