Dear parents，
It’s nice to see our students back on campus today!
Congratulations to XLIS P6 students, our young learners did such a great job for the PYP Exhibition. As the final part of the PYP program, our P6 students celebrated all their learning and academic development, with the involvement of parents, teachers, peers, and the rest of the XLIS community. I am so happy to see that our P6 students gained plenty of transferable skills and qualities to help them get ready for the MYP journey. Also, let’s hear it for the M1-M3 students! They completed their Week Without Walls and reflected and shared what they gained! It’s always a source of pride for the XLIS community to see our students grow!
At the same time, I was delighted to see the sports events run smoothly and the students’ tenacity and friendly teamwork atmosphere was an inspiration to every member of the XLIS community. Cheers to our students and looking forward to the final of the Chang’an Cup basketball tournament! In Addition, I would like to share the honorable news that XLIS has been voted to host the 2024 ACAMIS Jr. Swimming competition at the 2023 ACAMIS Leadership Conference!
Highlights will continue to happen in May as follows.
Principal-parent Coffees
If you have any concerns about your child’s school life and want to discuss it with HoS or Deputy HoS, please feel free to book the May Principal-Parent Coffees in advance via the link below.
https://xlis2022-2023publicrelations.mikecrm.com/gsCX59V
Students Artworks Collection
To create more students’ art exhibition space and motivate students to be involved in the enhancement of the campus environment, XLIS is collecting students’ artwork. If your child is interested, please submit the following survey by June 10th, and our administration office will contact you if the artwork is in the running. The works selected will retain the author’s name and will be used for school decoration. It will be enjoyed by all XLIS community members and outside visitors from all over the world.
http://exogd74fgbdfbu4h.mikecrm.com/x4K7tHW
Student Led Conference & PTA-led Barter Trade
On May 5th, students are given the opportunity to lead their parents to reflect on their learning journey. Please feel free to contact the Homeroom teachers if you have any questions. Also, the first PTA-led Barter Trade will be open. Please reach out to the PTA members if you are interested in joining!
GAILA XR Asia Cup Challenge 2023
Mr. Kriss, the Head of Logistics will lead 2 Secondary students to participate in the Challenge 2023 on May 5th and May 6th. Students will have a chance to work with IST students and other international school students to learn and experience the new ways in which immersive technologies.
DP2 final exams & Graduation
After the IB final exams on May 18th, DP2 graduates, and their families will have a graduation ceremony on campus and a graduation dinner at the Ritz Carlton Hotel on May 19th. Let’s cheer them on and send our best wishes for their future lives.
Summer Fair
The 2023 Summer Fair will be held at Yizhi Lake (仪祉湖) Park on May 20th, with the theme of A Day for Children Out in Nature! Welcome to come and enjoy family time in nature, taste the delicious food, watch the amazing performances and art exhibitions, and participate in interactive class tents and possibly water-based activities! Welcome to register for the talent show by replying to the PR email and note for further information. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Mr. Alex (alex.rambaud@xalis.com)
M5 Work Experience
With the great support from our PTA, M5 students will start their first meaningful work experience in different placements from May 22nd to May 26th. This will be very beneficial to students in deciding on their future major studies and career planning.
MYP Transition
P6 students and parents will be invited to the MYP transition on May 29th to learn about the MYP curriculum model in advance. Please note the further notice from Secondary which you are strongly encouraged to attend!
May you be as full of spirit as the month of May, and as gorgeous as the sun in Midsummer. —William Shakespeare.
Warm regards,
Lily Liu
Head of XLIS
Email: lily.liu@xalis.com
WeChat: lily6_sunshine
May 2nd, 2023
