November Updated Events

Whole School Events

 

01.Early Release PD on November 5th

Our early release professional development was around differentiation for English as an Additional Language in the primary school. In the secondary school, our teachers learned about updates in the Extended Essay guide.

 

02.

XLIS Students and Teachers Invited to CGTN Event

 

03.

Professional Development from November 17th to 18th

From November 17-20th, the primary school staff continued their learning that had started last year with Erin Kent Consulting (EKC). The staff had two days of professional development, learning about best practices in teaching literacy to multilingual learners across year levels. On the 19th and 20th, our strategist, Ms. Annie Ng, led class demonstrations, model lessons and led coaching sessions for the staff. This was a valuable PD to continue working towards our first school wide goal to support our students in their language acquisition.The secondary school had a number of planning sessions around interdisciplinary units, theory of knowledge integration and assessment. They also explored approaches to teaching which include differentiation, conceptual teaching, inquiry, global contexts and assessment.

 

04.

PTA Core Member Meeting

On November 19, 2025, XLIS held its December PTA meeting chaired by the PTA President–Ms. Chengna Wang. Four key topics were discussed.

· Improve XLIS Parent Engagement 

· Parent Cheer Leader Team 

· Dormitory Challenge Summary   

· Christmas Concert

 

05. Athletics and Activities Events

· XIAC U14 Basketball Finals hosted at XLIS

· U19 Basketball Tryouts

· Season 2 Sports Training Begins

· XIAC Cross Country Invitational @ DEXA

· U19 Basketball @ MLIS (away)

· U11 Mini Volley Exchange (home)

 

· XIAC Swimming Invitational @ DEXA

 

Primary School Events

 

01.

Primary Parent Workshop

Theme: Building Stronger Connections: Tools for Positive Parent-Child Relationships (Mandarin)

During the elementary school years, establishing open and trusting parent-child communication channels is crucial. Effective communication methods not only strengthen parent-child relationships but also help children develop emotional management skills and foster healthy psychological well-being. When children feel understood and supported, their social competence, learning motivation, and psychological resilience will be significantly enhanced. Our school’s psychological counselor sincerely invited parents of elementary students to attend this thematic workshop, which mainly included:

· Mastering parent-child communication techniques

· Enhancing children’s social-emotional health

· Effectively addressing developmental challenges

The workshop provided practical methods to help create a positive family atmosphere and strengthen children’s psychological resilience.

 

02.

Primary Parent Workshop

Theme: Building Stronger Connections: Tools for Positive Parent-Child Relationships (English)

Our school’s Social-Emotional Counselors designed an insightful workshop to support parents of primary school students, which mainly included:

· Strengthening parent-child communication

· Promoting your child’s emotional and social well-being

· Navigating challenges with confidence

This session provided practical tools to foster a supportive home environment and enhance your child’s resilience.

 

Secondary School Events

 

01.

Parent Open Day

Parent’s Open Day is a great opportunity for observing the class teaching and learning, peer relationship developing as well many aspects in school life. In November, we have welcomed our M5 and DP parents to step into the Secondary classes.

 

02.

Secondary Parent Workshop

Theme: Meet Your School Counselors

This parent workshop was led by our two whole school counselors, Ms. Michelle Taylor and Ms. Xuelun Wu. They believe that teamwork between parents and the school is essential for student success. This session provided valuable insights into the role of our school counselors and how we could partner together to create the best possible environment for your child’s growth and development.

· Learned about the various ways school counselors support students’ well-being.

· Understood how counselors work with teachers, parents, and students to foster a positive school experience.

· Discovered how we can collaborate to help your child develop socially and emotionally.

· Asked any questions you may have about the counseling services offered at our school.

 

03.

XLIS Dragon Cave Dormitory Challenge IV

On Sunday, November 2nd, the XLIS Dormitory welcomed its fourth cohort of students (M2C). These students embarked on a transformative two-week experience, living in community while building essential life skills such as cooking, teamwork, and effective time management to take ownership of their free time.Through the UNESCO Four Pillars of Learning, we guided them to “know, do, be, and live together.” This approach prepares our students for independence and equips them to become active, functioning members of society.

 

04.

Week Without Walls

The Week Without Walls at Xi’an LiangJiatan International School is a dynamic program that takes learning beyond the classroom. From November 24th to 28th, 2025, students embarked on trips designed to empower them as global citizens through real-world, hands-on experiences. The purpose was to help students apply academic knowledge, develop essential life skills like leadership and problem-solving, and participate in meaningful Service as Action projects, all while fostering a deeper understanding of their role in the world.

This year, students will explore themes aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals across different locations. MYP1 to MYP3 will travel domestically to Chengdu (Wildlife Preservation), Foshan (Sustainable Communities), and Yangshuo (Responsible Tourism). Meanwhile, MYP4 to DP1 will journey to Jeju Island, South Korea, to investigate specialized themes such as Sustainable Infrastructure, Clean Water, and Marine Biodiversity. Through these focused experiences, students gain a global perspective and learn how to contribute to a more sustainable and peaceful future.

 

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Author: XLIS