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College Guiding Statements DEVELOPED BY OUR COMMUNITY TO GUIDE EVERYTHING WE DO
Motto:
Vision:
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From the Headmaster
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Art & Science Photo Competition Winners
Detur Pons Mundo
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Inquiry Based Learning in DUCKS
– Building bridges to the world
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Interview with New Head of Junior School
通向世界的桥梁
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Junior School Review
Dulwich College Suzhou aspires to be respected internationally as a community committed to developing individuals who seize and act ethically upon the breadth of opportunity the world presents.
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Senior School Review
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Alleynian Idol
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Model United Nations
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British Michelin Star Chef Marc Fosh
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Physical Education and Sport
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Alice in Wonderland
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MADD in Singapore
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A More Sustainable Future
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Boarding at DCSZ
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Art
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Chinese New Year Celebrations
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Oranje Draak
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Friends of Dulwich
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Connections
Children come first when: 1. The College educates the whole child 2. The College provides a safe, secure and stimulating environment 3. The College recognises that we gain knowledge and understanding of the world by questioning and actively solving problems
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4. The College emphasises the benefits and responsibilities of working collaboratively together 5. The College values awareness of the natural world and its resources 6. The College prepares children to live their lives honestly with a spirit of respect for themselves and others 7. The College understands that meaningful, life long learning involves taking risks 8. The College challenges each child to be the best that they can be and supports them in this Definition of Learning: Good learning is a meaningful experience where students enjoy making connections between new and existing knowledge, skills and understanding. Students are engaged, challenged and are able to reflect independently and collaboratively on their progress.
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18 Chef Marc Fosh
26 A More Sustainable Future
32 Chinese New Year
College Guiding Statements DEVELOPED BY OUR COMMUNITY TO GUIDE EVERYTHING WE DO
Motto:
Vision:
CONTENTS 02
From the Headmaster
03
Art & Science Photo Competition Winners
Detur Pons Mundo
04
Inquiry Based Learning in DUCKS
– Building bridges to the world
08
Interview with New Head of Junior School
通向世界的桥梁
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Junior School Review
Dulwich College Suzhou aspires to be respected internationally as a community committed to developing individuals who seize and act ethically upon the breadth of opportunity the world presents.
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Senior School Review
16
Alleynian Idol
17
Model United Nations
18
British Michelin Star Chef Marc Fosh
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Physical Education and Sport
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Alice in Wonderland
24
MADD in Singapore
26
A More Sustainable Future
28
Boarding at DCSZ
30
Art & Design
32
Chinese New Year Celebrations
34
Oranje Draak
35
Friends of Dulwich
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Connections
Children come first when: 1. The College educates the whole child 2. The College provides a safe, secure and stimulating environment 3. The College recognises that we gain knowledge and understanding of the world by questioning and actively solving problems
08 Interview with New Head of JS
4. The College emphasises the benefits and responsibilities of working collaboratively together 5. The College values awareness of the natural world and its resources 6. The College prepares children to live their lives honestly with a spirit of respect for themselves and others 7. The College understands that meaningful, life long learning involves taking risks 8. The College challenges each child to be the best that they can be and supports them in this Definition of Learning: Good learning is a meaningful experience where students enjoy making connections between new and existing knowledge, skills and understanding. Students are engaged, challenged and are able to reflect independently and collaboratively on their progress.
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18 Chef Marc Fosh
26 A More Sustainable Future
32 Chinese New Year
FROM THE HEADMASTER Spring is in the air in SIP and the surest sign of this is the cherry blossom which is starting to appear on the trees. Spring brings change with it and a fresh new look with the promise of something different. At the start of the term we welcomed a new team of Senior School Prefects led by Head Boy, Shawn Hsu, and Head Girl, Sarugi Magandran. Our eighth Guiding Statement is: The College challenges every
child to be the best that they can be and supports them in this. I hope that as a community we can offer Shawn and Sarugi the opportunity to make a real difference at The College and, with their team, be examples of the very best that our College can offer. Our Friends of Dulwich Committee do a wonderful job raising money to support worthwhile causes and providing social events for The College community. I would like to thank the outgoing FoD Committee for an outstanding year’s work and welcome the new FoD Committee. Their first major event was the Annual Charity Ball in March. Dulwich College London provides the cornerstone of our traditions and I am delighted that Dulwich College Suzhou were hosts for part of the DCL China Tour in March / April. The Tour ended in Beijing with a celebration of Music and Sport through the first ever Dulwich Olympiad - a unique learning experience that brings students from the Dulwich Colleges across the world together in the spirit of fun. The Olympiad is an event that encompasses friendly competition and collaboration between the Colleges. The Dulwich Olympiad draws inspiration from the Olympic Games which are symbolic of sporting excellence, fair play and respect for others and celebrates the sporting and musical excellence of the Dulwich schools. The first Olympiad starts a tradition of sporting, artistic and cultural interaction for Dulwich. In 2019 students from DCI schools will have the opportunity to participate in Dulwich College London's quadricentennial (400 years) celebration.
Science in action 3rd place, Kevin Huang Man and the environment 1st place, Teeny Chen
John Todd Headmaster
Science in action 1st place, Jolly Yau
Man and the environment 2nd place, Lyndsey Kong
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FROM THE HEADMASTER Spring is in the air in SIP and the surest sign of this is the cherry blossom which is starting to appear on the trees. Spring brings change with it and a fresh new look with the promise of something different. At the start of the term we welcomed a new team of Senior School Prefects led by Head Boy, Shawn Hsu, and Head Girl, Sarugi Magandran. Our eighth Guiding Statement is: The College challenges every
child to be the best that they can be and supports them in this. I hope that as a community we can offer Shawn and Sarugi the opportunity to make a real difference at The College and, with their team, be examples of the very best that our College can offer. Our Friends of Dulwich Committee do a wonderful job raising money to support worthwhile causes and providing social events for The College community. I would like to thank the outgoing FoD Committee for an outstanding year’s work and welcome the new FoD Committee. Their first major event was the Annual Charity Ball in March. Dulwich College London provides the cornerstone of our traditions and I am delighted that Dulwich College Suzhou were hosts for part of the DCL China Tour in March / April. The Tour ended in Beijing with a celebration of Music and Sport through the first ever Dulwich Olympiad - a unique learning experience that brings students from the Dulwich Colleges across the world together in the spirit of fun. The Olympiad is an event that encompasses friendly competition and collaboration between the Colleges. The Dulwich Olympiad draws inspiration from the Olympic Games which are symbolic of sporting excellence, fair play and respect for others and celebrates the sporting and musical excellence of the Dulwich schools. The first Olympiad starts a tradition of sporting, artistic and cultural interaction for Dulwich. In 2019 students from DCI schools will have the opportunity to participate in Dulwich College London's quadricentennial (400 years) celebration.
Science in action 3rd place, Kevin Huang Man and the environment 1st place, Teeny Chen
John Todd Headmaster
Science in action 1st place, Jolly Yau
Man and the environment 2nd place, Lyndsey Kong
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Inquiry Based Learning in DUCKS
Lets Investigate Travel and Transport A group of Year 1 children were inspired to find out about planes. During a discussion with an adult the children talked about their experiences of flying. They all mentioned that their ears popped during a flight and wanted to find out why. They were supported to search for the information using the internet and found out lots! Kailas reports, “We found it is because the pressure in the air changes and sometimes gets stuck in a little tube
inside your ear. When it goes you hear a pop. The air changes pressure when the plane takes off.” During the project the children found out what air pressure is and also looked very closely at a diagram of the inner ear. They were fascinated by the fact that their ears go inside their heads and are far more complicated than they had first thought! Through the use of learning displays children are able to track their project as it unfolds. Reference books and resources are easily accessible to the children. As projects can often continue for several weeks, the children have access to their plans and photos (from previous lessons) to help them continue their project. The process of learning can be celebrated by all visitors who come into the classroom and children are always really excited to talk about their projects!
Lets Investigate Pumpkin-carving!! Sadie says, “We wanted to carve a
pumpkin. The inside was sticky guts! It was yucky! It was really hard to cut the pumpkin.” In DUCKS we are passionate about learning and are particularly interested in how children develop into life-long learners. We have been focusing on the Building Learning Power (BLP) dispositions such as resilience, curiosity, creativity and risk-taking. Children are offered the opportunity to lead their own learning and investigate topics that they are interested in through an inquiry based learning approach. Children discuss with an adult what they already know about the topic and also what they would like to find out. Identifying where to find the answer forms the basis of the planning process along with thinking about how they will be sharing
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their learning with the class. Children are supported to research the answer to their question by using the internet, asking experts and reading reference books. After this the children are encouraged to share their learning with others, often by making information books or posters, showing artwork or writing their own presentations. The Plan, Do, Share process underpins the teaching in subjects across the curriculum. The following examples of children’s learning clearly illustrate children’s natural curiosity to want to find out more!
The children had been discussing fruit and vegetables during their planning discussion. They were particularly interested in talking about pumpkins. They looked at photos and were very interested in photos of carved pumpkins. Although some of them had carved pumpkins before, they all wanted to try again! The children with prior knowledge of pumpkincarving took an expert role and guided the other children. This collaborative learning was shared with the rest of the class when they proudly showed their finished pumpkin!
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Inquiry Based Learning in DUCKS
Lets Investigate Travel and Transport A group of Year 1 children were inspired to find out about planes. During a discussion with an adult the children talked about their experiences of flying. They all mentioned that their ears popped during a flight and wanted to find out why. They were supported to search for the information using the internet and found out lots! Kailas reports, “We found it is because the pressure in the air changes and sometimes gets stuck in a little tube
inside your ear. When it goes you hear a pop. The air changes pressure when the plane takes off.” During the project the children found out what air pressure is and also looked very closely at a diagram of the inner ear. They were fascinated by the fact that their ears go inside their heads and are far more complicated than they had first thought! Through the use of learning displays children are able to track their project as it unfolds. Reference books and resources are easily accessible to the children. As projects can often continue for several weeks, the children have access to their plans and photos (from previous lessons) to help them continue their project. The process of learning can be celebrated by all visitors who come into the classroom and children are always really excited to talk about their projects!
Lets Investigate Pumpkin-carving!! Sadie says, “We wanted to carve a
pumpkin. The inside was sticky guts! It was yucky! It was really hard to cut the pumpkin.” In DUCKS we are passionate about learning and are particularly interested in how children develop into life-long learners. We have been focusing on the Building Learning Power (BLP) dispositions such as resilience, curiosity, creativity and risk-taking. Children are offered the opportunity to lead their own learning and investigate topics that they are interested in through an inquiry based learning approach. Children discuss with an adult what they already know about the topic and also what they would like to find out. Identifying where to find the answer forms the basis of the planning process along with thinking about how they will be sharing
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their learning with the class. Children are supported to research the answer to their question by using the internet, asking experts and reading reference books. After this the children are encouraged to share their learning with others, often by making information books or posters, showing artwork or writing their own presentations. The Plan, Do, Share process underpins the teaching in subjects across the curriculum. The following examples of children’s learning clearly illustrate children’s natural curiosity to want to find out more!
The children had been discussing fruit and vegetables during their planning discussion. They were particularly interested in talking about pumpkins. They looked at photos and were very interested in photos of carved pumpkins. Although some of them had carved pumpkins before, they all wanted to try again! The children with prior knowledge of pumpkincarving took an expert role and guided the other children. This collaborative learning was shared with the rest of the class when they proudly showed their finished pumpkin!
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Lets Investigate knitting !
Lets Investigate Time and Numbers
A group of children wanted to learn how to knit. They thought they could found out how by asking people who knew how to knit. They also used the internet to find video clips that would teach them how. However, the video they found was far too hard and the children found it difficult to follow! They asked a student from the Junior School for help and learned how to finger knit from her! Sometimes it is useful to ask other people too! With lots of practice they completed a piece of finger knitting! It required lots of collaboration and perseverance, particularly trying a different approach when their first attempt failed.
One of the children had been learning about time and had seen “numbers that were lines.” During discussion with an adult it was established that he had seen Roman Numerals. He wanted to find out more. This led to a discussion about Roman Numerals and some investigation as to how they showed each number. He found a book that had a picture of a clock and pointed out that the numbers were in the same place on the clock as on the picture of a sundial he had found. He thought that the sundial was a clock and matched the numbers to the Roman Numerals. He used is knowledge of numbers to crack the code. He was great at connecting subjects and making links between different areas of his learning.
Lets investigate the digital artist Georgiana Paraschiv The girls were very interested in the digital artist Georgiana Paraschiv who uses a computer to create repeating patterns from her original artwork. During their research they investigated the process the artist uses and decided to copy what she does. They created a large painting and took photos of it using an Ipad. They then worked with an adult to learn how to digitally manipulate the image. They were very proud of their finished products!
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In conclusion all the projects in the above examples are built around a central idea and children investigate their key questions. The children use their plans to organise their thoughts and questions about the project. Each child is expected to be able to communicate the central idea at the end of each project. As children plan a project, we as teachers consider the various aspects and concepts they are exploring and provide appropriate resources to extend their learning.
Written by Lindsey Welch – Head of Integrated Curriculum DCSZ
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Lets Investigate knitting !
Lets Investigate Time and Numbers
A group of children wanted to learn how to knit. They thought they could found out how by asking people who knew how to knit. They also used the internet to find video clips that would teach them how. However, the video they found was far too hard and the children found it difficult to follow! They asked a student from the Junior School for help and learned how to finger knit from her! Sometimes it is useful to ask other people too! With lots of practice they completed a piece of finger knitting! It required lots of collaboration and perseverance, particularly trying a different approach when their first attempt failed.
One of the children had been learning about time and had seen “numbers that were lines.” During discussion with an adult it was established that he had seen Roman Numerals. He wanted to find out more. This led to a discussion about Roman Numerals and some investigation as to how they showed each number. He found a book that had a picture of a clock and pointed out that the numbers were in the same place on the clock as on the picture of a sundial he had found. He thought that the sundial was a clock and matched the numbers to the Roman Numerals. He used is knowledge of numbers to crack the code. He was great at connecting subjects and making links between different areas of his learning.
Lets investigate the digital artist Georgiana Paraschiv The girls were very interested in the digital artist Georgiana Paraschiv who uses a computer to create repeating patterns from her original artwork. During their research they investigated the process the artist uses and decided to copy what she does. They created a large painting and took photos of it using an Ipad. They then worked with an adult to learn how to digitally manipulate the image. They were very proud of their finished products!
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In conclusion all the projects in the above examples are built around a central idea and children investigate their key questions. The children use their plans to organise their thoughts and questions about the project. Each child is expected to be able to communicate the central idea at the end of each project. As children plan a project, we as teachers consider the various aspects and concepts they are exploring and provide appropriate resources to extend their learning.
Written by Lindsey Welch – Head of Integrated Curriculum DCSZ
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Our Students Interview Our New Head of Junior School
Do you mind covering a lesson if a teacher was away? Being in class with the children is my favourite part of the day. I like getting into classes so I would be happy to take lessons if a teacher was away. What is your favourite subject to teach? That’s a difficult question! I think my favourite would have to be science. I did Biology and Chemistry at A Level and I like the environment and nature. What would be your toughest punishment? I don’t really give out tough punishments. I prefer to talk to children. We just did a topic on diversity. What makes you different? I can move my ears without touching them.
In the next academic year, the Junior School is excited to welcome Mrs Whymark as our new Head of School. But who is she? What is she like? How does she and her family feel about moving to Suzhou? And importantly, does she like chicken? The Prefects were eager to find out the answers to these intriguing questions and stepped into the shoes of roving reporters, first generating ideas for probing questions, and then conducting an interview via Skype. Read our exclusive interview with Mrs Whymark as we get to know the new Head of Junior School. Do you have children?
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How old are they? What are their names? I have 3 children, 2 boys and a girl. Luke is 6 ½, Grace is 4 and Noah is nearly 3. Tell us about your family. I am married to Dave; we have 3 children and a dog named Diego. How does your family feel about moving to China? We are all very excited about moving to Suzhou. Luke is very excited indeed and he has told all of his friends about starting at DCSZ and about being in the same school as mummy. Tell us about your old school.
Mrs Whymark showed us around her office. It is very big and she has lots of
chairs for visitors. She told us: I think it would be best to read out what a child at my school said about it. Chaden, a student at our school, said, “I like Cranmer because it gives me good opportunities to learn. It has good resources, good teachers and a good headteacher too. We have a great time and the children are very nice. The teachers help everyone to learn and improve.” What are you looking forward to when you join DCSZ? I’m looking forward to everything, especially the focus you have on learning. I also like Building Learning Power and teaching children to
think about how they learn. I am also looking forward to the swimming pool! How long do you plan to stay in Suzhou? That’s a really hard question. I think I will stay as long as I need to in order to make an impact. The contract is for 3 years, but I would like to stay for quite some time. Afterwards, you also never know where the world will take you.
Mrs Whymark then proved it by showing us and we also discovered that Adithi Phadke, our Head Girl of Junior School, shares this unusual talent!
What makes you international? This is a tricky question because I am actually quite boring. I am very English with no parts of my family coming from other places. However, I think I am internationallyminded because I think about and look at the world in different ways and respect other points of view and cultures. What do you normally do in your spare time? Do you have any hobbies? I like walking my dog and spending time with my children. I also like watching series on TV. Do you like animals? Do you have any pets? What’s your favourite animal? I have a pet dog called Diego, but I have had lots of other pets too. I had a cat called Tigger, guinea pigs called Bubble and Squeak and 2 chickens called Sam and Emma. What jobs did you do before you became a teacher?
When I was growing up, I had a paper round so I would deliver lots of newspapers. I also used to do babysitting for my relatives. Later on, I worked in a fish and chip shop which I didn’t like very much because it was very smelly! I couldn’t eat fish and chips for 10 years afterwards! I worked in a company which sold TV equipment answering telephones. Then I became a teacher. What job would you do if you weren’t a teacher? I would love to renovate houses. What is your favourite food? Spaghetti Bolognaise. I like pasta with lots of naughty sauces and Italian food. What’s your favourite colour? Purple – there is a lot of purple in my school. Which football team do you support?
Yuming first accidentally
asked if Mrs Whymark owned a football team, which caused great hilarity and she wished that she did indeed own a football team! I support Chelsea. Some crazy questions (the
Prefects’ favourites!) Would you rather be a fruit or a vegetable? Why? I would rather be a fruit because I am sweet. I would like to be a purple fruit, like a plum, because that is my favourite colour. Would you rather be a snail or a slug? Why? I would rather be a snail because then I could carry my home wherever I am. Do you like chicken? I love chicken. The prefects feel that we know Mrs Whymark a little better now and we look forward to welcoming her next year. Roving reporters: Yuming Tseng, Adithi Phadke, Ellie Lavens, Valeria Favila Inacua.
How many years have you been a teacher? I have been in education for 18 years. Do you like children? Why? I like children very much. I love learning from children – they teach me a great deal too.
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Our Students Interview Our New Head of Junior School
Do you mind covering a lesson if a teacher was away? Being in class with the children is my favourite part of the day. I like getting into classes so I would be happy to take lessons if a teacher was away. What is your favourite subject to teach? That’s a difficult question! I think my favourite would have to be science. I did Biology and Chemistry at A Level and I like the environment and nature. What would be your toughest punishment? I don’t really give out tough punishments. I prefer to talk to children. We just did a topic on diversity. What makes you different? I can move my ears without touching them.
In the next academic year, the Junior School is excited to welcome Mrs Whymark as our new Head of School. But who is she? What is she like? How does she and her family feel about moving to Suzhou? And importantly, does she like chicken? The Prefects were eager to find out the answers to these intriguing questions and stepped into the shoes of roving reporters, first generating ideas for probing questions, and then conducting an interview via Skype. Read our exclusive interview with Mrs Whymark as we get to know the new Head of Junior School. Do you have children?
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How old are they? What are their names? I have 3 children, 2 boys and a girl. Luke is 6 ½, Grace is 4 and Noah is nearly 3. Tell us about your family. I am married to Dave; we have 3 children and a dog named Diego. How does your family feel about moving to China? We are all very excited about moving to Suzhou. Luke is very excited indeed and he has told all of his friends about starting at DCSZ and about being in the same school as mummy. Tell us about your old school.
Mrs Whymark showed us around her office. It is very big and she has lots of
chairs for visitors. She told us: I think it would be best to read out what a child at my school said about it. Chaden, a student at our school, said, “I like Cranmer because it gives me good opportunities to learn. It has good resources, good teachers and a good headteacher too. We have a great time and the children are very nice. The teachers help everyone to learn and improve.” What are you looking forward to when you join DCSZ? I’m looking forward to everything, especially the focus you have on learning. I also like Building Learning Power and teaching children to
think about how they learn. I am also looking forward to the swimming pool! How long do you plan to stay in Suzhou? That’s a really hard question. I think I will stay as long as I need to in order to make an impact. The contract is for 3 years, but I would like to stay for quite some time. Afterwards, you also never know where the world will take you.
Mrs Whymark then proved it by showing us and we also discovered that Adithi Phadke, our Head Girl of Junior School, shares this unusual talent!
What makes you international? This is a tricky question because I am actually quite boring. I am very English with no parts of my family coming from other places. However, I think I am internationallyminded because I think about and look at the world in different ways and respect other points of view and cultures. What do you normally do in your spare time? Do you have any hobbies? I like walking my dog and spending time with my children. I also like watching series on TV. Do you like animals? Do you have any pets? What’s your favourite animal? I have a pet dog called Diego, but I have had lots of other pets too. I had a cat called Tigger, guinea pigs called Bubble and Squeak and 2 chickens called Sam and Emma. What jobs did you do before you became a teacher?
When I was growing up, I had a paper round so I would deliver lots of newspapers. I also used to do babysitting for my relatives. Later on, I worked in a fish and chip shop which I didn’t like very much because it was very smelly! I couldn’t eat fish and chips for 10 years afterwards! I worked in a company which sold TV equipment answering telephones. Then I became a teacher. What job would you do if you weren’t a teacher? I would love to renovate houses. What is your favourite food? Spaghetti Bolognaise. I like pasta with lots of naughty sauces and Italian food. What’s your favourite colour? Purple – there is a lot of purple in my school. Which football team do you support?
Yuming first accidentally
asked if Mrs Whymark owned a football team, which caused great hilarity and she wished that she did indeed own a football team! I support Chelsea. Some crazy questions (the
Prefects’ favourites!) Would you rather be a fruit or a vegetable? Why? I would rather be a fruit because I am sweet. I would like to be a purple fruit, like a plum, because that is my favourite colour. Would you rather be a snail or a slug? Why? I would rather be a snail because then I could carry my home wherever I am. Do you like chicken? I love chicken. The prefects feel that we know Mrs Whymark a little better now and we look forward to welcoming her next year. Roving reporters: Yuming Tseng, Adithi Phadke, Ellie Lavens, Valeria Favila Inacua.
How many years have you been a teacher? I have been in education for 18 years. Do you like children? Why? I like children very much. I love learning from children – they teach me a great deal too.
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This term the children in Year 3 have been learning all about chocolate. Always a popular topic with the students, we began by having a fantastic entry day where the children had the chance to experience 4 different chocolate related activities; making chocolate chip cookies, designing chocolate advertising, a tasting session with a French chocolatier, and producing and tasting cocao from Aztec times. This gave the children a real insight into the wonderful world of chocolate.
Chocolate The children in Year 4 have been have taken an investigative, inquisitive and independent approach to Science this term. The classes were so enthused by the topic Circuits (conductors and insulators) that they wished to explain what they accomplished in their own words.
From here the children developed their understating of chocolate by studying the history of this delicious substance, though in the beginning it wasn’t that tasty until the Spanish began to add lots of sugar! They then went on to learn about modern day chocolate farming and Fairtrade products. The children spent many a long lesson debating Fairtrade and the division of money from farming. This lead to some well thought out arguments and interesting thoughts and opinions which were used
“Over the past few weeks we have been learning about electricity. My favourite part has been when we visited the science lab and completed lots of investigations. We also learned how electricity to gets to our house to make a cup of tea”. Matteo “Hello everyone! – We have been going to the danger zone this term in the science lab! – Yes, we have been investigating powerful circuits that can light up things like motors, buzzers and lights. We also made an electrical safety poster about how to stay safe with electricity”. Ryan
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Finally the children, through their Art and Design lessons, developed their own chocolate products and packaging. A mouth watering end to the term, though marshmallow and mint was an unusual combination to say the least. Thank you to all parents and staff that helped to give these experiences to the children, we could not have done it without you. ‘My favourite thing was making the chocolate because it was fun and putting the ingredients in was awesome, I loved it!!’ Alana. ‘I liked the chocolate tasting because we learnt about different types of chocolate'.
In ‘The Earth, Sun and Moon’, we explored the incredible distances and sizes involved in any study of space. Students made scale models to consider how far we really are from the Sun and Moon. The Moon, always noticeable in the night sky shining its reflected light from the Sun, has a huge influence on our everyday life through the tides. As part of this topic, the children studied the phases of the moon through song, text, video and by constructing models that demonstrated the eight phases of the moon. They added the words ‘waxing’ and ‘waning’ to their vocabulary, as well as ‘crescent’ and ‘gibbous’. The classrooms became great places of creativity, as students were able to let their imagination loose and envisage what life might be like on Mars for the first astronauts to establish a space base on the ‘red planet’. They investigated how we might be able to provide the things essential to human life; air, water, food and energy for the future inhabitants of a space station on Mars. The culmination of these topics was an Exhibition by all Year 5 classes on the afternoon of Thursday 12 th February. Students shared a wide range of collaborative, interactive group projects with parents and other students and teachers. These included games, PowerPoints; quizzes, booklets and models to name but a few. Everyone agreed it was a fitting way to end these topics, which we thoroughly enjoyed ………. they were out of this world!
The Junior School advocates technology integration and 21st century competencies. We believe that in order for individuals to succeed in the 21st century, they need to be competent in digital and media literacies as well as in other major subject areas.
“4Z have been methodical in their approach to their circuit investigations. We have been creating different ways to make a circuit in the Science lab. We also made a parallel circuit in the Science Lab”. Tommy
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alongside Building Learning Power objectives and our School Guiding Statement to reach conclusions on many aspects of the topic.
This term, the students in Year 5 have launched themselves into the fascinating area of outer space, studying ‘The Earth, Sun and Moon’ in Science and integrating this with the topic, ‘Mission to Mars’ in Humanities. Both of these topics have enabled the students to discover a great deal about our planet’s place in the solar system and our nearest neighbour, Mars. In addition, informative and lively assemblies linked to these themes were presented by 5S and 5D.
MISSION TO MARS
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In Year 5, we use technology as a tool to enrich and enhance our learning. This term, the students created infographics to showcase what they have learnt in the Space Unit. Infographics are a visual representation of data. When students create infographics, they are using information, visual, and technology literacies. Many schools around the world are beginning to develop formative or summative assessments that have students creating infographics to showcase their mastery of knowledge. Here are some examples of the student’s creations.
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This term the children in Year 3 have been learning all about chocolate. Always a popular topic with the students, we began by having a fantastic entry day where the children had the chance to experience 4 different chocolate related activities; making chocolate chip cookies, designing chocolate advertising, a tasting session with a French chocolatier, and producing and tasting cocao from Aztec times. This gave the children a real insight into the wonderful world of chocolate.
Chocolate The children in Year 4 have been have taken an investigative, inquisitive and independent approach to Science this term. The classes were so enthused by the topic Circuits (conductors and insulators) that they wished to explain what they accomplished in their own words.
From here the children developed their understating of chocolate by studying the history of this delicious substance, though in the beginning it wasn’t that tasty until the Spanish began to add lots of sugar! They then went on to learn about modern day chocolate farming and Fairtrade products. The children spent many a long lesson debating Fairtrade and the division of money from farming. This lead to some well thought out arguments and interesting thoughts and opinions which were used
“Over the past few weeks we have been learning about electricity. My favourite part has been when we visited the science lab and completed lots of investigations. We also learned how electricity to gets to our house to make a cup of tea”. Matteo “Hello everyone! – We have been going to the danger zone this term in the science lab! – Yes, we have been investigating powerful circuits that can light up things like motors, buzzers and lights. We also made an electrical safety poster about how to stay safe with electricity”. Ryan
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Finally the children, through their Art and Design lessons, developed their own chocolate products and packaging. A mouth watering end to the term, though marshmallow and mint was an unusual combination to say the least. Thank you to all parents and staff that helped to give these experiences to the children, we could not have done it without you. ‘My favourite thing was making the chocolate because it was fun and putting the ingredients in was awesome, I loved it!!’ Alana. ‘I liked the chocolate tasting because we learnt about different types of chocolate'.
In ‘The Earth, Sun and Moon’, we explored the incredible distances and sizes involved in any study of space. Students made scale models to consider how far we really are from the Sun and Moon. The Moon, always noticeable in the night sky shining its reflected light from the Sun, has a huge influence on our everyday life through the tides. As part of this topic, the children studied the phases of the moon through song, text, video and by constructing models that demonstrated the eight phases of the moon. They added the words ‘waxing’ and ‘waning’ to their vocabulary, as well as ‘crescent’ and ‘gibbous’. The classrooms became great places of creativity, as students were able to let their imagination loose and envisage what life might be like on Mars for the first astronauts to establish a space base on the ‘red planet’. They investigated how we might be able to provide the things essential to human life; air, water, food and energy for the future inhabitants of a space station on Mars. The culmination of these topics was an Exhibition by all Year 5 classes on the afternoon of Thursday 12 th February. Students shared a wide range of collaborative, interactive group projects with parents and other students and teachers. These included games, PowerPoints; quizzes, booklets and models to name but a few. Everyone agreed it was a fitting way to end these topics, which we thoroughly enjoyed ………. they were out of this world!
The Junior School advocates technology integration and 21st century competencies. We believe that in order for individuals to succeed in the 21st century, they need to be competent in digital and media literacies as well as in other major subject areas.
“4Z have been methodical in their approach to their circuit investigations. We have been creating different ways to make a circuit in the Science lab. We also made a parallel circuit in the Science Lab”. Tommy
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alongside Building Learning Power objectives and our School Guiding Statement to reach conclusions on many aspects of the topic.
This term, the students in Year 5 have launched themselves into the fascinating area of outer space, studying ‘The Earth, Sun and Moon’ in Science and integrating this with the topic, ‘Mission to Mars’ in Humanities. Both of these topics have enabled the students to discover a great deal about our planet’s place in the solar system and our nearest neighbour, Mars. In addition, informative and lively assemblies linked to these themes were presented by 5S and 5D.
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In Year 5, we use technology as a tool to enrich and enhance our learning. This term, the students created infographics to showcase what they have learnt in the Space Unit. Infographics are a visual representation of data. When students create infographics, they are using information, visual, and technology literacies. Many schools around the world are beginning to develop formative or summative assessments that have students creating infographics to showcase their mastery of knowledge. Here are some examples of the student’s creations.
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Shanghai Science and Technology Museum As part of the ICT and Science curriculum, Year 6 embarked upon a visit to the Shanghai Science & Technology museum in Pudong at the beginning of March. We started off in the World of Robotics section. Here, we learned about some of the different uses for robots, as well as how they have changed and developed from simple machines to technologically advanced equipment. Some children tried to beat a robot at archery, but no matter how hard we tried, the robot was just too consistent for us mere mortals! The next section we came across was the Light of Wisdom. Here, we discovered how we have used light as an energy source, as well as how we have made use of light to help us in our daily lives. We connected our current knowledge to the amazing interactive displays
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we encountered. The mysterious light tunnel made us feel rather dizzy, but most people managed to get through without falling over! Finally, we visited the Animal World. We discovered how animals have adapted to suit their habitat, as well as how they depend on each other for survival as part of the food chain. Predators and prey were investigated, as well as the smallest living things on Earth, microorganisms.
A group of altruistic Year 6 children showed great charitable endeavour by organising a bake sale this term. Their chosen charity was SAPA (Suzhou Animal Protection Association). This is a charity in the ZangShu area of the city that cares for, and attempts to rehome, dogs and cats. Some of these animals have been badly treated in the past and the money collected went to care for them and aid their adoption. In total, 4000 RMB was collected thanks to the efforts of the parents of the Junior School children, Jacyn Say, Peggy Liao and Amanda Goh. There was then a visit by the Head Boy and Girl, along with the Year 6 organisers of the bake sale, on 23rd January. The students really enjoyed seeing the cats and taking the dogs for a walk, although some of the dogs were keener on the exercise than others! The proceeds of the children's charitable work were handed over to Mr Xu, who was extremely grateful for the contributions from Dulwich College Suzhou. The children intend to continue their charitable work as part of their Dulwich Challenge.
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CHARITY BAKE SALE
Shanghai Science and Technology Museum As part of the ICT and Science curriculum, Year 6 embarked upon a visit to the Shanghai Science & Technology museum in Pudong at the beginning of March. We started off in the World of Robotics section. Here, we learned about some of the different uses for robots, as well as how they have changed and developed from simple machines to technologically advanced equipment. Some children tried to beat a robot at archery, but no matter how hard we tried, the robot was just too consistent for us mere mortals! The next section we came across was the Light of Wisdom. Here, we discovered how we have used light as an energy source, as well as how we have made use of light to help us in our daily lives. We connected our current knowledge to the amazing interactive displays
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we encountered. The mysterious light tunnel made us feel rather dizzy, but most people managed to get through without falling over! Finally, we visited the Animal World. We discovered how animals have adapted to suit their habitat, as well as how they depend on each other for survival as part of the food chain. Predators and prey were investigated, as well as the smallest living things on Earth, microorganisms.
A group of altruistic Year 6 children showed great charitable endeavour by organising a bake sale this term. Their chosen charity was SAPA (Suzhou Animal Protection Association). This is a charity in the ZangShu area of the city that cares for, and attempts to rehome, dogs and cats. Some of these animals have been badly treated in the past and the money collected went to care for them and aid their adoption. In total, 4000 RMB was collected thanks to the efforts of the parents of the Junior School children, Jacyn Say, Peggy Liao and Amanda Goh. There was then a visit by the Head Boy and Girl, along with the Year 6 organisers of the bake sale, on 23rd January. The students really enjoyed seeing the cats and taking the dogs for a walk, although some of the dogs were keener on the exercise than others! The proceeds of the children's charitable work were handed over to Mr Xu, who was extremely grateful for the contributions from Dulwich College Suzhou. The children intend to continue their charitable work as part of their Dulwich Challenge.
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Senior School YEAR 8 Each term we have a designated Year 9 assembly during an allocated PSHE lesson. This is a time to discuss specific Year 9 related topics and concerns and to celebrate the success of our very talented year group. Subject teachers and tutors identify students who have shown significant academic effort and improvement, outstanding results or who have been noticeable in supporting others and giving service. Our current term’s top 5 House Point winners are also awarded. These students are acknowledged at the assembly with a certificate.
Each assembly one of the tutor group council representatives assists with the assembly. Topics for discussion this term have been particularly focused on subject options/choices for Year 10. Opportunities for students to come forward and perform or share their experiences with their peers are also given. A slide show of our collective Chinese New Year holiday was on display in today’s assembly.
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To tie in with The College Chinese New Year celebrations, Year 8 learnt about Chinese Fairy Tales. We analysed a number of traditional Chinese Fairy Tales and then wrote our own. We thought our students’ fairy tales were too good to keep to ourselves so we spent a lesson with Year 1, DUCKS, and our students had the opportunity to read their fairy tales to younger students. Our Year 8 students were fabulousthey brought their characters to life and were able to build atmosphere and tension using their voices and facial expressions to keep the Year 1 students entranced. I really enjoyed performing my fairy tale and I learned that when writing for a younger audience you have to write a story that is easy to understand and exciting to listen to. Sydney La Forest
It was really fun sharing our story with the Year 1s. I loved using the puppets and see them smile. Kevin Huang It was very exciting to read my story to Year 1 and a pleasure to see them enjoying my story. I learned that when I write something I should consider my audience before I write. Eunjin Jo I think that the story telling to Year 1 was very helpful for my learning and also a great opportunity to inspire the Year 1 students Heemin Kang Going to read my fairy tale to the Year 1 class was quite an educational experience. The fact that we produced work that was enjoyed and useful in real life gave me a feeling of confidence. At the beginning it felt like an impossible task but I learned to persevere and I wrote a story that got the Year 1 students excited. Raphael Yoon
English classes took part in a ‘Dragon’s Den’ Competition this term. We combined four teaching classes and had groups of four to five students containing boys and girls. Each group designed a spy gadget and presented their pitch to a class teacher in the heats. The finalists then had to face the Dragons in the Senior School Theatre: Mr Maher, Miss Van Nierkirk and Mr Ventham. Our Year 7 students were inventive and resourceful. The gadgets were ingenious and the pitches were of a professional standard.
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Year 7 Comments:
‘Inventing the gadget enabled us to collaborate in a group with boys and girls from a range of classes and it helped learn how to present the gadget to the Dreadful Dragons!’ (Ju-Ern Chong) ‘Dragon’s Den was fun because we were able to watch the different groups and it was interesting to see who was confident at public speaking and the powerpoints were awesome!’ (Myrthe Miedema) ‘Performing in the Dragon’s Den final was exciting as well as nerve wracking. It developed our confidence and we worked really well together. We were very determined and we loved wearing the glasses, having the music playing and of course, we loved winning the first prize’ (Tommy Wyniemko) ‘It was very interesting to watch other students perform their unique presentations. Each group was different and the gadgets were creative and original. It was a way to make English more interesting and it helped us to progress’ (Leisl Yeap and Hannah Li) ‘I hope we do more activities like this later in the year. It was brilliant’ (Avril Lim) ‘I was nervous at first but gradually it became easier and we were able to sell our gadget. The Dragons were not as scary as we thought they might be’ Congratulations to the winners: Joshua Stuckey, Elli Lam, Thor Krogshave, Tommy Wyniemko, Harry Germaine 14
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Senior School YEAR 8 Each term we have a designated Year 9 assembly during an allocated PSHE lesson. This is a time to discuss specific Year 9 related topics and concerns and to celebrate the success of our very talented year group. Subject teachers and tutors identify students who have shown significant academic effort and improvement, outstanding results or who have been noticeable in supporting others and giving service. Our current term’s top 5 House Point winners are also awarded. These students are acknowledged at the assembly with a certificate.
Each assembly one of the tutor group council representatives assists with the assembly. Topics for discussion this term have been particularly focused on subject options/choices for Year 10. Opportunities for students to come forward and perform or share their experiences with their peers are also given. A slide show of our collective Chinese New Year holiday was on display in today’s assembly.
YEAR 9
To tie in with The College Chinese New Year celebrations, Year 8 learnt about Chinese Fairy Tales. We analysed a number of traditional Chinese Fairy Tales and then wrote our own. We thought our students’ fairy tales were too good to keep to ourselves so we spent a lesson with Year 1, DUCKS, and our students had the opportunity to read their fairy tales to younger students. Our Year 8 students were fabulousthey brought their characters to life and were able to build atmosphere and tension using their voices and facial expressions to keep the Year 1 students entranced. I really enjoyed performing my fairy tale and I learned that when writing for a younger audience you have to write a story that is easy to understand and exciting to listen to. Sydney La Forest
It was really fun sharing our story with the Year 1s. I loved using the puppets and see them smile. Kevin Huang It was very exciting to read my story to Year 1 and a pleasure to see them enjoying my story. I learned that when I write something I should consider my audience before I write. Eunjin Jo I think that the story telling to Year 1 was very helpful for my learning and also a great opportunity to inspire the Year 1 students Heemin Kang Going to read my fairy tale to the Year 1 class was quite an educational experience. The fact that we produced work that was enjoyed and useful in real life gave me a feeling of confidence. At the beginning it felt like an impossible task but I learned to persevere and I wrote a story that got the Year 1 students excited. Raphael Yoon
classes took part in a ‘Dragon’s Den’ Competition this term. We combined four teaching Year 7 English classes and had groups of four to five students containing boys and girls. Each group designed a spy gadget and presented their pitch to a class teacher in the heats. The finalists then had to face the Dragons in the Senior School Theatre: Mr Maher, Miss Van Nierkirk and Mr Ventham. Our Year 7 students were inventive and resourceful. The gadgets were ingenious and the pitches were of a professional standard. Year 7 Comments:
‘Inventing the gadget enabled us to collaborate in a group with boys and girls from a range of classes and it helped learn how to present the gadget to the Dreadful Dragons!’ (Ju-Ern Chong) ‘Dragon’s Den was fun because we were able to watch the different groups and it was interesting to see who was confident at public speaking and the powerpoints were awesome!’ (Myrthe Miedema) ‘Performing in the Dragon’s Den final was exciting as well as nerve wracking. It developed our confidence and we worked really well together. We were very determined and we loved wearing the glasses, having the music playing and of course, we loved winning the first prize’ (Tommy Wyniemko) ‘It was very interesting to watch other students perform their unique presentations. Each group was different and the gadgets were creative and original. It was a way to make English more interesting and it helped us to progress’ (Leisl Yeap and Hannah Li) ‘I hope we do more activities like this later in the year. It was brilliant’ (Avril Lim) ‘I was nervous at first but gradually it became easier and we were able to sell our gadget. The Dragons were not as scary as we thought they might be’ Congratulations to the winners: Joshua Stuckey, Elli Lam, Thor Krogshave, Tommy Wyniemko, Harry Germaine 14
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Alleynian Idol
We joined MUN out of curiosity. We heard it involved debating so we joined the club. On the very first day of the club we heard some students asking to join the Nanjing MUN trip, so we told them we wanted to take part too, without any hesitation. This is how our unexpected journey started. In NISMUN we were assigned as delegates of Singapore in the ‘General Assembly 2’ and ‘Human Rights’ committee. Dennis chose ‘foreign workers’ as the topic. We both wrote resolutions on own before the conference. Dennis’s main clauses were to remove discrimination and provide equal rights to foreign workers. During the conference this was edited by other delegates who agreed with the clauses. We were quite amazed at the other delegates’ resolution, which was more detailed and reliable than ours. We learned that a lot of our knowledge is derived from experience as these delegates had more experience in MUN than us.
In March the student council lead event of Alleynian Idol fascinated the audience with the diverse talents possessed by the contestants. The competition was judged by Dong Hee, Ms.Christa and Justin Byun who provided supportive and encouraging feedback to all the contestants.
Then came Cindy, Lyndsey and Marisa, who performed the emotional song “Blank Space” by Taylor swift, accompanied on piano by Cindy Han. They also performed their self-written piece called “My friend”, a heart -warming performance that was well received by the audience and judges.
The series of acts commenced with the vocal group “Thinking Out Loud” - consisting of the lead singer - Chris Bonner, guitarist Aon Keekarjai, drummer - Alex Byun and lastly pianist Cindy Han. They brilliantly performed the mellifluous song that mimicked their group name, “Thinking Out Loud”.
A purely instrumental performance was given by the group “The Coconuts” who played the song “March” by Witold Lutoslawski. Timmy Chiu demonstrated his impressive skill with the piano while Henry Lu showcased his expertise on the saxophone.
Next was an electrifying performance by rock band “Blue Sonar” performing “New Divide”, sung by Cyril Kumaar with Howard Wu - on electric guitar, Daniel Hong - base guitar, William Wu - drummer and Calvin Liao who was the pianist. Olivia Labbe gave a moving solo performance with her song “Bad Too”, which she had written herself.
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The first dance and vocal performance of the night was given by “JIK”, Iso Lim, Jane Lee and Kate Lee They superbly combined their singing and dancing to the song “About you now”. Continuing the dance performances were the “Wrecking Girls” who performed to the song “Telephone” by Lady Gaga followed by a Korean song. The dancers Sol Jung, Layla Kim, Sein Kim and Lucy Jung gave a dynamic and
spirited performance that impressed the judges and the audience. “The Trouble Makers” gave a highly competitive and entertaining dance performance to the song “Lights”, by Ellie Goulding, where the dancers Holly Lake, Saskia Mosby, Jenny Frick and Yani Zhang brought upon a very proficient act with highly complex and co-ordinated moves that dazzled the crowd.
After writing and editing our resolution, we started the actual debate in earnest. Delegates had to criticize some points in the resolution. Each delegate can get rid of
clauses or just make amendments. We were really excited because we like arguing and refuting other delegate’s assertions. Our favorite part was the voting procedure and submitting amendments. We liked the voting procedure the most, because when we raise our name card and count the number of agreeing delegates and disagreeing delegates, we wait for the result with bated breath. When our resolution gets passed, the sense of accomplishment that we gained cannot be expressed. We believed the best way to learn MUN is to participate. Therefore we made as many amendments as we could during the conference in Nanjing. We always tried to make a speech, argue others opinion and work hard for our ideas. Consequently we gained confidence and skills in public speaking. MUN conference is the easiest way to gain skills for public speaking, confidence, how to interact with other people. We hope everyone has the opportunity to take part in conferences.
Dennis Bae – Year 9D Hyeongung Hwang – 9C
MODEL UNITED NATIONS
To finish off the remarkable sequence of acts, “Triple K” delivered a skillfully choreographed dance performance to the pop song “Good Boy”. The dancers consisting of Barton Kim, Isabel Kim and Eunice Kim gave a stunning show that kept the audience on the edge of their seats and received excellent reviews from the judges. As a special feature for this very special event was the startling dance presentation by teachers who amazed the audience with their professional and incredible moves that magnificently symbolised the epic climax to the event.
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Alleynian Idol
We joined MUN out of curiosity. We heard it involved debating so we joined the club. On the very first day of the club we heard some students asking to join the Nanjing MUN trip, so we told them we wanted to take part too, without any hesitation. This is how our unexpected journey started. In NISMUN we were assigned as delegates of Singapore in the ‘General Assembly 2’ and ‘Human Rights’ committee. Dennis chose ‘foreign workers’ as the topic. We both wrote resolutions on own before the conference. Dennis’s main clauses were to remove discrimination and provide equal rights to foreign workers. During the conference this was edited by other delegates who agreed with the clauses. We were quite amazed at the other delegates’ resolution, which was more detailed and reliable than ours. We learned that a lot of our knowledge is derived from experience as these delegates had more experience in MUN than us.
In March the student council lead event of Alleynian Idol fascinated the audience with the diverse talents possessed by the contestants. The competition was judged by Dong Hee, Ms.Christa and Justin Byun who provided supportive and encouraging feedback to all the contestants.
Then came Cindy, Lyndsey and Marisa, who performed the emotional song “Blank Space” by Taylor swift, accompanied on piano by Cindy Han. They also performed their self-written piece called “My friend”, a heart -warming performance that was well received by the audience and judges.
The series of acts commenced with the vocal group “Thinking Out Loud” - consisting of the lead singer - Chris Bonner, guitarist Aon Keekarjai, drummer - Alex Byun and lastly pianist Cindy Han. They brilliantly performed the mellifluous song that mimicked their group name, “Thinking Out Loud”.
A purely instrumental performance was given by the group “The Coconuts” who played the song “March” by Witold Lutoslawski. Timmy Chiu demonstrated his impressive skill with the piano while Henry Lu showcased his expertise on the saxophone.
Next was an electrifying performance by rock band “Blue Sonar” performing “New Divide”, sung by Cyril Kumaar with Howard Wu - on electric guitar, Daniel Hong - base guitar, William Wu - drummer and Calvin Liao who was the pianist. Olivia Labbe gave a moving solo performance with her song “Bad Too”, which she had written herself.
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The first dance and vocal performance of the night was given by “JIK”, Iso Lim, Jane Lee and Kate Lee They superbly combined their singing and dancing to the song “About you now”. Continuing the dance performances were the “Wrecking Girls” who performed to the song “Telephone” by Lady Gaga followed by a Korean song. The dancers Sol Jung, Layla Kim, Sein Kim and Lucy Jung gave a dynamic and
spirited performance that impressed the judges and the audience. “The Trouble Makers” gave a highly competitive and entertaining dance performance to the song “Lights”, by Ellie Goulding, where the dancers Holly Lake, Saskia Mosby, Jenny Frick and Yani Zhang brought upon a very proficient act with highly complex and co-ordinated moves that dazzled the crowd.
After writing and editing our resolution, we started the actual debate in earnest. Delegates had to criticize some points in the resolution. Each delegate can get rid of
clauses or just make amendments. We were really excited because we like arguing and refuting other delegate’s assertions. Our favorite part was the voting procedure and submitting amendments. We liked the voting procedure the most, because when we raise our name card and count the number of agreeing delegates and disagreeing delegates, we wait for the result with bated breath. When our resolution gets passed, the sense of accomplishment that we gained cannot be expressed. We believed the best way to learn MUN is to participate. Therefore we made as many amendments as we could during the conference in Nanjing. We always tried to make a speech, argue others opinion and work hard for our ideas. Consequently we gained confidence and skills in public speaking. MUN conference is the easiest way to gain skills for public speaking, confidence, how to interact with other people. We hope everyone has the opportunity to take part in conferences.
Dennis Bae – Year 9D Hyeongung Hwang – 9C
MODEL UNITED NATIONS
To finish off the remarkable sequence of acts, “Triple K” delivered a skillfully choreographed dance performance to the pop song “Good Boy”. The dancers consisting of Barton Kim, Isabel Kim and Eunice Kim gave a stunning show that kept the audience on the edge of their seats and received excellent reviews from the judges. As a special feature for this very special event was the startling dance presentation by teachers who amazed the audience with their professional and incredible moves that magnificently symbolised the epic climax to the event.
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Inspiring you to cook healthy nutritious food
British Michelin-star chef, Marc Fosh, visited The College on 18th & 19th March. He hosted cooking demonstrations and nutritional talks with students, parents and staff to inspire healthy cooking and create awareness of good nutrition along with the benefits of a healthy, balanced lifestyle. We hope you managed to sample some of his dishes which were served in the Junior School and Senior School Restaurants. He also judged our Junior and Senior School Masterchef competitions. Congratulations to the winners and all our budding chefs who took part.
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Inspiring you to cook healthy nutritious food
British Michelin-star chef, Marc Fosh, visited The College on 18th & 19th March. He hosted cooking demonstrations and nutritional talks with students, parents and staff to inspire healthy cooking and create awareness of good nutrition along with the benefits of a healthy, balanced lifestyle. We hope you managed to sample some of his dishes which were served in the Junior School and Senior School Restaurants. He also judged our Junior and Senior School Masterchef competitions. Congratulations to the winners and all our budding chefs who took part.
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Physical Education & Sport
After a highly successful Michaelmas Term in Sport & PE, The Dulwich Tigers returned to action after the Christmas Holidays chasing further glory on the sporting field. The many highlights from Lent Term include ACAMIS Basketball, Junior Netball & Rugby, and the NIS Invitational Swim meet, whilst many of our other elite teams have been training hard in preparation for competition.
Nanjing International School Invitational Swim Meet ACAMIS Basketball
Our ACAMIS Basketball squads set off for Harrow International School, Beijing in February looking to build upon performances in recent years.
Our Swim Team returned to action in Lent Term with the NIS Invitational Swim Meet in January. With personal bests, heat, and age category winners achieved by many, the competition proved to be highly successful for our young swimmers. Standout performances included Ernie Tham (13-14 y/o Boys Champion), Mihnea Lupu (13-14 y/o Boys Runner-Up) and Jeremy Ng (11-12 y/o Boys 3rd Place).
Under the guidance of Miss Buehler our girls team made a fantastic start to the competition by achieving a 100% record in the group stages, with Chelsea Zaunmayr and Aimee Doser leading from the front. However heartbreaking defeats at the hands of CISB (14-16) and ISU (11-13) in the crucial semi-final and 3/4th play-off games denied the girls of a deserved podium finish. The fact that the girls were disappointed to achieve a 4th place finish was proof of how much they had developed throughout the competition. Meanwhile our boys also cruised into the semi-final stages with a 100% record in the group stages of their respective competition. This was followed by a comfortable semi-final victory, setting up a final showdown with CISB. With last year's final defeat still fresh in the minds our boys were determined to go one better this time round, putting in an exceptional performance in the final with a 46-32 victory and becoming ACAMIS Basketball Champions! Chris Bonner, Shawn Hsu and Harry Tidmarsh were standout performers in what was undoubtedly a whole team effort. Go Tigers!
Junior Netball & Rugby
Under 13 & Under 11 FOBISIA Our U13 & U11 FOBISIA squads have ben training hard for their upcoming competitions throughout Lent Term. This year's U13 FOBISIA competition will take place at Regents International School, Pattaya, whilst a trip to Harrow International School, Beijing awaits our U11 Squad. We wish all students involved the best of luck for their respective competition, and look forward to hearing their stories of success upon return!
After a hectic Junior football season, attention turned to Netball & Rugby in Lent Term for our Junior School students. With fixtures taking place across Shanghai for the majority of the season our teams faced many early wake-ups to compete on Saturday mornings. Performances throughout the season have been particularly encouraging across both our Under 9 & Under 11 teams. With many students representing The College for the first time in sport, the progress made has been to the delight of both Mr Lewis (Head of Rugby) and Miss Smith (Head of Netball). Our young netballers and rugby players will be looking to round off another impressive season at the annual DCB Rugby & Netball competition in Trinity Term.
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Physical Education & Sport
After a highly successful Michaelmas Term in Sport & PE, The Dulwich Tigers returned to action after the Christmas Holidays chasing further glory on the sporting field. The many highlights from Lent Term include ACAMIS Basketball, Junior Netball & Rugby, and the NIS Invitational Swim meet, whilst many of our other elite teams have been training hard in preparation for competition.
Nanjing International School Invitational Swim Meet ACAMIS Basketball
Our ACAMIS Basketball squads set off for Harrow International School, Beijing in February looking to build upon performances in recent years.
Our Swim Team returned to action in Lent Term with the NIS Invitational Swim Meet in January. With personal bests, heat, and age category winners achieved by many, the competition proved to be highly successful for our young swimmers. Standout performances included Ernie Tham (13-14 y/o Boys Champion), Mihnea Lupu (13-14 y/o Boys Runner-Up) and Jeremy Ng (11-12 y/o Boys 3rd Place).
Under the guidance of Miss Buehler our girls team made a fantastic start to the competition by achieving a 100% record in the group stages, with Chelsea Zaunmayr and Aimee Doser leading from the front. However heartbreaking defeats at the hands of CISB (14-16) and ISU (11-13) in the crucial semi-final and 3/4th play-off games denied the girls of a deserved podium finish. The fact that the girls were disappointed to achieve a 4th place finish was proof of how much they had developed throughout the competition. Meanwhile our boys also cruised into the semi-final stages with a 100% record in the group stages of their respective competition. This was followed by a comfortable semi-final victory, setting up a final showdown with CISB. With last year's final defeat still fresh in the minds our boys were determined to go one better this time round, putting in an exceptional performance in the final with a 46-32 victory and becoming ACAMIS Basketball Champions! Chris Bonner, Shawn Hsu and Harry Tidmarsh were standout performers in what was undoubtedly a whole team effort. Go Tigers!
Junior Netball & Rugby
Under 13 & Under 11 FOBISIA Our U13 & U11 FOBISIA squads have ben training hard for their upcoming competitions throughout Lent Term. This year's U13 FOBISIA competition will take place at Regents International School, Pattaya, whilst a trip to Harrow International School, Beijing awaits our U11 Squad. We wish all students involved the best of luck for their respective competition, and look forward to hearing their stories of success upon return!
After a hectic Junior football season, attention turned to Netball & Rugby in Lent Term for our Junior School students. With fixtures taking place across Shanghai for the majority of the season our teams faced many early wake-ups to compete on Saturday mornings. Performances throughout the season have been particularly encouraging across both our Under 9 & Under 11 teams. With many students representing The College for the first time in sport, the progress made has been to the delight of both Mr Lewis (Head of Rugby) and Miss Smith (Head of Netball). Our young netballers and rugby players will be looking to round off another impressive season at the annual DCB Rugby & Netball competition in Trinity Term.
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This year the Junior school production was the well acclaimed Disney classic ‘Alice in Wonderland’. It was a huge success and thoroughly enjoyed by all. Below are some insights from some of the cast.
Production Club This year we had two production clubs after school for main cast and chorus and we also had some practices at the weekend. I thought production club was very entertaining for the cast and teachers. Sometimes we learnt songs and sometimes we practiced our lines on stage. Firstly we had to research our role and practice getting into character. After this, we had to learn how to speak clearly and use our voices, body language and movement round stage. Finally (the best part) was working together to put together all the different part of the scenes. As there were two main cast, this was an extra challenge! We also had to make sure we practiced at home so we were ready for the big day. I think the production itself was magnificent. I would definitely do it again! Olivia LaForest
Dress rehearsals We had a dress rehearsal in front of Ducks and Junior school this year; this is when you practice the first big run through before the evening shows in front of parents. I think the dress rehearsals are when things are most likely to go wrong. Sometimes if you have a perfect dress rehearsal things may go wrong on the real performance day. Like when I did the dress rehearsal everything went perfect for me. However on the real performance I forgot to switch on my microphone , so we had a blackout just to turn on my microphone. I loved seeing my friends watching and the Ducks were all sitting there with their eyes and mouths wide open-it was some children’s first time ever watching a show which makes it even more special! Edna Lam
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Backstage Backstage is where as Miss Smith says ‘all the magic happens’. It was a very busy atmosphere; parents and teachers were all helping with makeup, props and costumes. As I was changing and getting ready for the big night, other cast were getting ready and having their makeup done. Makeup was the best part; I had lots of foundation, glitter and blusher on which proved quite tricky to take off at bedtime. After this, we had to try out microphones to make sure we could all be heard; we all had to walk around the stage saying and doing silly things-it was lots of fun! Backstage is when everyone is feeling a mixture of nervous and excited and you can feel the energy building. Ellie Lavens
Being on stage When I walked onto the stage I felt the strong spotlight shimmer on my face. It was so fun being on the stage for real. It was a great experience being able to perform in front of so many people and it was amazing working with all the other students. The smiles in the audience made me smile inside but on the outside I was still a mean old nasty Queen of Hearts. My first line was the best part as it made me feel really alive and special. I was so nervous at first but when I got to the front of the stage I was ready to take over the whole stage and become the Queen. My favourite part was probably the bows because I got to take my part in the spotlight and I got a big clap. I loved being with all the others and working together with everyone on stage. Eva Derbyshire
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This year the Junior school production was the well acclaimed Disney classic ‘Alice in Wonderland’. It was a huge success and thoroughly enjoyed by all. Below are some insights from some of the cast.
Production Club This year we had two production clubs after school for main cast and chorus and we also had some practices at the weekend. I thought production club was very entertaining for the cast and teachers. Sometimes we learnt songs and sometimes we practiced our lines on stage. Firstly we had to research our role and practice getting into character. After this, we had to learn how to speak clearly and use our voices, body language and movement round stage. Finally (the best part) was working together to put together all the different part of the scenes. As there were two main cast, this was an extra challenge! We also had to make sure we practiced at home so we were ready for the big day. I think the production itself was magnificent. I would definitely do it again! Olivia LaForest
Dress rehearsals We had a dress rehearsal in front of Ducks and Junior school this year; this is when you practice the first big run through before the evening shows in front of parents. I think the dress rehearsals are when things are most likely to go wrong. Sometimes if you have a perfect dress rehearsal things may go wrong on the real performance day. Like when I did the dress rehearsal everything went perfect for me. However on the real performance I forgot to switch on my microphone , so we had a blackout just to turn on my microphone. I loved seeing my friends watching and the Ducks were all sitting there with their eyes and mouths wide open-it was some children’s first time ever watching a show which makes it even more special! Edna Lam
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Backstage Backstage is where as Miss Smith says ‘all the magic happens’. It was a very busy atmosphere; parents and teachers were all helping with makeup, props and costumes. As I was changing and getting ready for the big night, other cast were getting ready and having their makeup done. Makeup was the best part; I had lots of foundation, glitter and blusher on which proved quite tricky to take off at bedtime. After this, we had to try out microphones to make sure we could all be heard; we all had to walk around the stage saying and doing silly things-it was lots of fun! Backstage is when everyone is feeling a mixture of nervous and excited and you can feel the energy building. Ellie Lavens
Being on stage When I walked onto the stage I felt the strong spotlight shimmer on my face. It was so fun being on the stage for real. It was a great experience being able to perform in front of so many people and it was amazing working with all the other students. The smiles in the audience made me smile inside but on the outside I was still a mean old nasty Queen of Hearts. My first line was the best part as it made me feel really alive and special. I was so nervous at first but when I got to the front of the stage I was ready to take over the whole stage and become the Queen. My favourite part was probably the bows because I got to take my part in the spotlight and I got a big clap. I loved being with all the others and working together with everyone on stage. Eva Derbyshire
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The MADD festival was very exciting for everyone from DCSZ. We had an amazing time and everyone enjoyed it. Each student either participated in Music, Art, Dance or Drama (MADD). The teachers were very kind and I enjoyed working with each and everyone of them. MADD was a very good experience as we stayed in other peoples homes. For five days, we spent our time working on our performance pieces for the show. Drama was split into three groups so each group could work on something different. One group worked on physical theatre, another group did their performance with masks and the last group did their performance based on Mr Timothy Mann's show. Mr Mann came in and showed us a very funny show and everyone enjoyed it. The theme of the festival was space: outer space, personal space, physical space and much more. The Art people made a whole room look like outer space! Overall, I thing MADD was an amazing experience and one that everyone thoroughly enjoyed.
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The MADD festival was very exciting for everyone from DCSZ. We had an amazing time and everyone enjoyed it. Each student either participated in Music, Art, Dance or Drama (MADD). The teachers were very kind and I enjoyed working with each and everyone of them. MADD was a very good experience as we stayed in other peoples homes. For five days, we spent our time working on our performance pieces for the show. Drama was split into three groups so each group could work on something different. One group worked on physical theatre, another group did their performance with masks and the last group did their performance based on Mr Timothy Mann's show. Mr Mann came in and showed us a very funny show and everyone enjoyed it. The theme of the festival was space: outer space, personal space, physical space and much more. The Art people made a whole room look like outer space! Overall, I think MADD was an amazing experience and one that everyone thoroughly enjoyed.
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“What would future generations want us to do today if they could speak to and advise us?” John Elkington, Author and Environmental Expert
College Guiding Statement 5: The College values awareness of the natural world and its resources
In what many are describing as a defining period for humanity, 2015 is crucial. In December, world leaders are due to meet in Paris, where they will hopefully take bold action and commit to significant reductions on
Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions. However, early indications are not positive, with Lord Nicholas Stern suggesting proposed commitments to annual increases are over the carbon budget. Recognising that continuing down the current path is not desirable or feasible, leaders are coming together via organisations such as the B-team to exert pressure on global decision-makers. Within higher education, a divestment movement is growing pace, with academics and students alike adopting the view that the burning of fossil fuels at the current rate is incompatible with the 2 degree limit, and that much of the discovered hydrocarbons are ‘unburnable’, leading to talk of a carbon bubble on the markets.
Faced with a problem of such enormous scale, it can be easy to feel powerless, a very small cog in a much larger wheel. Here at DCSZ, we believe that we do have the power to make change happen, have a social responsibility to act and that every little bit helps. We believe in setting an example for our students and inspiring others to follow. Through the power of education, we believe we can help the students shape a future that is ever more respectful of the environment (College Guiding Statement 5: The College values awareness of the natural world and its resources).
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Since the start of the year, we have already seen a reduction of around 17% in our energy consumption in our new Senior School. That means 17% less carbon emissions into the atmosphere!
Through measuring and monitoring water consumption and by fixing a defect in our water system, we have saved over 14 tonnes of water this year – that’s enough to provide students with all their daily water needs for 98 days! And we have introduced UTZ certified coffee (see: https://www.utzcertified.org/) in our coffee shops, to ensure that the coffee we drink supports the development of sustainable farming and the livelihood of the farmers who do the hard work required to ensure we can drink that coffee. We have also continued to build our electric vehicle fleet, with an electric bus now being used for staff transport. In the future, we hope to be able to introduce electric buses for students as well. And we’ve invited an expert from the University of St Andrews to visit us. During her visit Dr Shona Russell helped us better understand how we could do even more.
We want to inspire you as well as our students
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So what have we actually done? By looking at better ways of communicating with students, parents and staff, we have reduced our consumption of paper by 100,000 pages already this year. And we have moved to using Forest Stewardship Council paper (see https://ic.fsc.org/index.htm) to make sure that the wood used to make our paper comes from sustainable sources.
Our place in a wider World While mankind’s role in Global Climate Change is often portrayed in the media and reflected in public opinion as being unproven, the scientific community is clear that the climate is changing on many fronts and that mankind is directly responsible for those changes. While there is widespread consensus that limiting warming to 2 degrees is the threshold beyond which catastrophic effects will result, a rapid increase in CO2 concentration to the present level of 400ppm has put any chance of remaining within that threshold level in significant doubt.
Leading the way towards a more sustainable future
At DCSZ, we believe that we have a unique responsibility to educate our students and our community about caring for the planet on which we all rely and which our children and grandchildren will inherit. The College’s relationship with the natural world not only sets an important example for our students but it also reflects our core values. The message is that we can all do something. Just one small action such as switching off lights, closing doors, and reducing printing, if
repeated by many people can have an enormous impact. We want our students and staff to believe that they can make a difference and encourage them to take action. Looking ahead to Paris in Dec 2015, we hope that by taking action ourselves, we can inspire our nation’s leaders to help us create a future that respects planetary boundaries and keeps it safe for our grandchildren and subsequent generations.
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“What would future generations want us to do today if they could speak to and advise us?” John Elkington, Author and Environmental Expert
College Guiding Statement 5: The College values awareness of the natural world and its resources
In what many are describing as a defining period for humanity, 2015 is crucial. In December, world leaders are due to meet in Paris, where they will hopefully take bold action and commit to significant reductions on
Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions. However, early indications are not positive, with Lord Nicholas Stern suggesting proposed commitments to annual increases are over the carbon budget. Recognising that continuing down the current path is not desirable or feasible, leaders are coming together via organisations such as the B-team to exert pressure on global decision-makers. Within higher education, a divestment movement is growing pace, with academics and students alike adopting the view that the burning of fossil fuels at the current rate is incompatible with the 2 degree limit, and that much of the discovered hydrocarbons are ‘unburnable’, leading to talk of a carbon bubble on the markets.
Faced with a problem of such enormous scale, it can be easy to feel powerless, a very small cog in a much larger wheel. Here at DCSZ, we believe that we do have the power to make change happen, have a social responsibility to act and that every little bit helps. We believe in setting an example for our students and inspiring others to follow. Through the power of education, we believe we can help the students shape a future that is ever more respectful of the environment (College Guiding Statement 5: The College values awareness of the natural world and its resources).
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Since the start of the year, we have already seen a reduction of around 17% in our energy consumption in our new Senior School. That means 17% less carbon emissions into the atmosphere!
Through measuring and monitoring water consumption and by fixing a defect in our water system, we have saved over 14 tonnes of water this year – that’s enough to provide students with all their daily water needs for 98 days! And we have introduced UTZ certified coffee (see: https://www.utzcertified.org/) in our coffee shops, to ensure that the coffee we drink supports the development of sustainable farming and the livelihood of the farmers who do the hard work required to ensure we can drink that coffee. We have also continued to build our electric vehicle fleet, with an electric bus now being used for staff transport. In the future, we hope to be able to introduce electric buses for students as well. And we’ve invited an expert from the University of St Andrews to visit us. During her visit Dr Shona Russell helped us better understand how we could do even more.
We want to inspire you as well as our students
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So what have we actually done? By looking at better ways of communicating with students, parents and staff, we have reduced our consumption of paper by 100,000 pages already this year - that’s 12 trees saved. And we have moved to using Forest Stewardship Council paper (see https://ic.fsc.org/index.htm) to make sure that the wood used to make our paper comes from sustainable sources.
Our place in a wider World While mankind’s role in Global Climate Change is often portrayed in the media and reflected in public opinion as being unproven, the scientific community is clear that the climate is changing on many fronts and that mankind is directly responsible for those changes. While there is widespread consensus that limiting warming to 2 degrees is the threshold beyond which catastrophic effects will result, a rapid increase in CO2 concentration to the present level of 400ppm has put any chance of remaining within that threshold level in significant doubt.
Leading the way towards a more sustainable future
At DCSZ, we believe that we have a unique responsibility to educate our students and our community about caring for the planet on which we all rely and which our children and grandchildren will inherit. The College’s relationship with the natural world not only sets an important example for our students but it also reflects our core values. The message is that we can all do something. Just one small action such as switching off lights, closing doors, and reducing printing, if
repeated by many people can have an enormous impact. We want our students and staff to believe that they can make a difference and encourage them to take action. Looking ahead to Paris in Dec 2015, we hope that by taking action ourselves, we can inspire our nation’s leaders to help us create a future that respects planetary boundaries and keeps it safe for our grandchildren and subsequent generations.
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BOARDING at Alleyn House Shopping and Go-cart Racing With Chinese New Year around the corner, Alleyn House took advantage of a day trip to Shanghai on Sunday, February 1st. The bus left from Dulwich College mid-morning and dropped everyone off at the the Hongqiao Pearl Market for some bargain shopping. After a lovely meal at a local restaurant we did something a little different. We went gocart racing at Disc Cart indoor Karting. You can see everyone all suited up for the race in the photos. After two friendly competitions the winners became evident. Mads Lindberg came in first, followed by Ben Kim in second and Kaylim Bates in third. After the races we traveled back to Dulwich for a restful evening.
PREPARING FOR EXAMS
Bowling at Alleyn House
As the student IB and IGSE exams come around the corner, consider the Alleyn House as a beneficial environment for your student to study, prepare, and be ready for exam success. Immediate benefits include reduction in travel time, the efficient availability of school networks, and boarding facility care (laundry, quiet study environment, and meals). Consequently, the student’s boarding with us have two extra 1.5 hours of homework/ exam preparation sessions.
This past evening, Friday January 16th, the Alleyn house boarders and gaps enjoyed a family evening of bowling at Ligongdi. We had a successful turn out including our regular boarders and our day boarding students as well. With all the tough competition it came down to the top three high scoring individuals. Cassie Milestone came in third with a score of 113 with three strikes and two spares. Coming in second, Kaylim Bates scored 131 with three strikes and three spares. Finally, coming in first, Aaron Deng scored 145 with three strikes and four spares.
In addition to the extra study times, the Boarding students have the benefit of resident staff, Boarding tutors, and gap students who have recently completed their own IB and IGSE A Levels. These advantages make Alleyn House an ideal boarding option to support exam success. In light of this it is no surprise that our boarders receive an average of 40% higher grades then other day students.
At Alleyn house we endeavor to have several different outings each term. These trips give our boarders cross cultural experiences in China, encourages the ethos of the “Alleyn House community” between the students and support staff, and it provides needed off-campus breaks. Our next trip is in the works; day boarders as well as regular boarders are welcome. Check the Alleyn House Bulletin Board for details in the near future.
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BOARDING at Alleyn House Shopping and Go-cart Racing With Chinese New Year around the corner, Alleyn House took advantage of a day trip to Shanghai on Sunday, February 1st. The bus left from Dulwich College mid-morning and dropped everyone off at the the Hongqiao Pearl Market for some bargain shopping. After a lovely meal at a local restaurant we did something a little different. We went gocart racing at Disc Cart indoor Karting. You can see everyone all suited up for the race in the photos. After two friendly competitions the winners became evident. Mads Lindberg came in first, followed by Ben Kim in second and Kaylim Bates in third. After the races we traveled back to Dulwich for a restful evening.
PREPARING FOR EXAMS
Bowling at Alleyn House
As the student IB and IGSE exams come around the corner, consider the Alleyn House as a beneficial environment for your student to study, prepare, and be ready for exam success. Immediate benefits include reduction in travel time, the efficient availability of school networks, and boarding facility care (laundry, quiet study environment, and meals). Consequently, the student’s boarding with us have two extra 1.5 hours of homework/ exam preparation sessions.
This past evening, Friday January 16th, the Alleyn house boarders and gaps enjoyed a family evening of bowling at Ligongdi. We had a successful turn out including our regular boarders and our day boarding students as well. With all the tough competition it came down to the top three high scoring individuals. Cassie Milestone came in third with a score of 113 with three strikes and two spares. Coming in second, Kaylim Bates scored 131 with three strikes and three spares. Finally, coming in first, Aaron Deng scored 145 with three strikes and four spares.
In addition to the extra study times, the Boarding students have the benefit of resident staff, Boarding tutors, and gap students who have recently completed their own IB and IGSE A Levels. These advantages make Alleyn House an ideal boarding option to support exam success. In light of this it is no surprise that our boarders receive an average of 40% higher grades then other day students.
At Alleyn house we endeavor to have several different outings each term. These trips give our boarders cross cultural experiences in China, encourages the ethos of the “Alleyn House community” between the students and support staff, and it provides needed off-campus breaks. Our next trip is in the works; day boarders as well as regular boarders are welcome. Check the Alleyn House Bulletin Board for details in the near future.
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ART & DESIGN Avril Lim Y7
Jung Eun Kweon Y12
Year 12 IB Art Figure Drawings Kate Allan Y7
Eleanore Lin Y7
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Leslie Liu Y10
Howard Wu Y10
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ART & DESIGN Avril Lim Y7
Jung Eun Kweon Y12
Year 12 IB Art Figure Drawings Kate Allan Y7
Eleanore Lin Y7
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The Spring Festival Celebrations In February we celebrated the Spring Festival! This Chinese New Year is the year of the Goat, which traditionally represents creativity, intelligence and durability. To celebrate the beginning of the New Year here at Dulwich the Senior School organized a variety of creative and cultural activities for Years 7 to 10 and a show for the Junior school and Years 7 and 8 to see. The Dragon and Lion dance, along with the WeiFung drums, was a great display of Chinese tradition to start the day for the Ducks, the Junior School, Y7 and 8. At lunch there were spring rolls (chun juan) and sweet sesame dumplings (tang yuan) in the Senior School restaurant. Then Years 7-10 were entertained in the theatre with traditional Chinese acrobatics. The Chinese acrobatics have a long history. As a type of traditional performance, Chinese acrobatics are a combination of traditional theater, dance, and Kung Fu. All of the students enjoyed seeing this performance. After the performance the students moved on to their activity rooms. The students enjoyed: paper crafting, Chinese painting, decorating Chinese lanterns and calligraphy and writing their own spring couplets. I hope that all of the Dulwich College community experienced the timelessness of Chinese culture. We wish everyone a joyful and prosperous new year!
Corrine Cai 5C
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The Spring Festival Celebrations In February we celebrated the Spring Festival! This Chinese New Year is the year of the Goat, which traditionally represents creativity, intelligence and durability. To celebrate the beginning of the New Year here at Dulwich the Senior School organized a variety of creative and cultural activities for Years 7 to 10 and a show for the Junior school and Years 7 and 8 to see. The Dragon and Lion dance, along with the WeiFung drums, was a great display of Chinese tradition to start the day for the Ducks, the Junior School, Y7 and 8. At lunch there were spring rolls (chun juan) and sweet sesame dumplings (tang yuan) in the Senior School restaurant. Then Years 7-10 were entertained in the theatre with traditional Chinese acrobatics. The Chinese acrobatics have a long history. As a type of traditional performance, Chinese acrobatics are a combination of traditional theater, dance, and Kung Fu. All of the students enjoyed seeing this performance. After the performance the students moved on to their activity rooms. The students enjoyed: paper crafting, Chinese painting, decorating Chinese lanterns and calligraphy and writing their own spring couplets. I hope that all of the Dulwich College community experienced the timelessness of Chinese culture. We wish everyone a joyful and prosperous new year!
Corrine Cai 5C
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De Oranje Draak School voor Nederlandse taal en cultuur Friends of Dulwich hosted Dulwich College Suzhou’s 7th Annual Charity Ball on March 14th at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, an evening filled with the excitement of fire and the glamour of ice! The funds raised through this year’s Ball will go toward scholarships for underpriviledged students in neighboring Jiangxi Province and toward payment for a bone marrow transplant for a Suzhou boy very ill with leukemia. None of this philanthropy would be possible without the support of the school, the parents and our Ball Sponsors and donors. Thank you all for making this event a success!
The Year of the Sheep has started and The Orange Dragon was very pleased to welcome a new teacher within their team. Her name is Goedele Mertens and she is taking over the Dutch lessons of the younger children on Mondays at Dulwich Suzhou. This February we also started with our yearly CITOtests, which is a Dutch test taken by 80% of all Dutch schools, that The Orange Dragon provides for their students twice a year. This gives a good indication of the strengths of our students.
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After a long Chinese New Year break we are ready for Kings Day activities in the classes in April and of course the famous, annual father-child weekend in May. We are also proud to announce that a few of our students will take a IGCSE Dutch exam where they can let us hear (oral exam) and see (writing exam) what they have learned during the past year(s) at The Orange Dragon. So again a few exciting events coming up for the students from Suzhou at The Orange Dragon.
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De Oranje Draak School voor Nederlandse taal en cultuur Friends of Dulwich hosted Dulwich College Suzhou’s 7th Annual Charity Ball on March 14th at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, an evening filled with the excitement of fire and the glamour of ice! The funds raised through this year’s Ball will go toward scholarships for underpriviledged students in neighboring Jiangxi Province and toward payment for a bone marrow transplant for a Suzhou boy very ill with leukemia. None of this philanthropy would be possible without the support of the school, the parents and our Ball Sponsors and donors. Thank you all for making this event a success!
The Year of the Sheep has started and The Orange Dragon was very pleased to welcome a new teacher within their team. Her name is Goedele Mertens and she is taking over the Dutch lessons of the younger children on Mondays at Dulwich Suzhou. This February we also started with our yearly CITOtests, which is a Dutch test taken by 80% of all Dutch schools, that The Orange Dragon provides for their students twice a year. This gives a good indication of the strengths of our students.
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After a long Chinese New Year break we are ready for Kings Day activities in the classes in April and of course the famous, annual father-child weekend in May. We are also proud to announce that a few of our students will take a IGCSE Dutch exam where they can let us hear (oral exam) and see (writing exam) what they have learned during the past year(s) at The Orange Dragon. So again a few exciting events coming up for the students from Suzhou at The Orange Dragon.
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Year One's Great Day
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Dulwich College Beijing Inaugural Chinese Drama Production On 5th December 2014, Dulwich College Beijing put on an inaugural Chinese drama production, Lei Yu. Lei Yu was written by Cao Yu, acclaimed as the “Shakespeare of China” at the age of 23. The production won rave reviews from parents, staff and the Beijing community. Highest accolades came from Mr Gu Changwei, Oscar nominee, 2005 Berlin International Film Festival Jury Grand Prix-Silver Bear winner and world-renowned movie director, who was in attendance. He praised the captivating student production for its seamless interchange of performers in the same role as well as the drama’s clever use of flashback technique at the start. An international school performing a Chinese classic set in colonial times is simply incredible. The performance of Lei Yu has both a modern and classic touch. “Each one of us in this way or another holds a connection with the arts, a performance like this draws out our connection with the arts.”
This term Year 1 are learning about adventures. On Tuesday 20th January, some very excited Year 1 children headed to ‘Ttukseom Hangang Park’ for an adventure. After finding out about Ernest Shackleton, the famous explorer, and his trips to Antarctica, the children visited the park to enable them to gain an insight into conditions that were met by Shackleton and his team. The children participated in a sledding activity down gentle slopes using plastic rings and sledges. This is what the children had to say: “I went up a slope and down a slope. It was
so much fun! We had a good time and my mum came too.” Ryan Fenner “When I was sliding it spinned super-fast. It was slow and suddenly it was turning fast.” Benjamin Lee
Photograph by Mr Joey Nava
DULWICH COLLEGE SEOUL
Inspections and Successes at DULWICH LONDON The College in London recently underwent its full inspection by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI). All three areas of the College (DUCKS, Junior School and Senior School) were inspected at the same time, requiring the presence of 22 inspectors for the best part of a week. Including the DUCKS children, the College has over 1700 pupils, with more than 500 staff in its employment. We were delighted that the inspection awarded the College the highest grade possible in every single category. This is an outstanding achievement. The inspectors commented:
‘The pupils’ achievements in their academic studies and extra-curricular pursuits are exceptional due to an excellent curriculum that has no boundaries for learning and excellent, dynamic teaching that inspires pupils to acquire a love of learning.’ The full report can be accessed on www.dulwich.org.uk/ college/about/inspection-reports. The good mood at the College was further bolstered when The College won the Cambridge Union Schools’ Debating Competition, coming first out of 600 schools and beating Eton and two other schools in the final. This is one of the two most prestigious debating events in the UK.
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DULWICH COLLEGE SHANGHAI It has been a huge privilege to host partner schools and practitioners for the ISCMS festival. Over 360 students participated in the Festival from 22 schools. The College resonated with the sound of music during the four days of workshops. There was a sense of excitement as the students prepared for the final concert at The Oriental Arts Centre, Pudong. The professional practitioners were wonderful, sharing their expertise with huge generosity and a great sense of fun. The presentation above follows the students from their classroom workshops and theatre practices through to the Festival Concert. The College Term 2
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Year One's Great Day
<< DULWICH CONNECTIONS >>
Dulwich College Beijing Inaugural Chinese Drama Production On 5th December 2014, Dulwich College Beijing put on an inaugural Chinese drama production, Lei Yu. Lei Yu was written by Cao Yu, acclaimed as the “Shakespeare of China” at the age of 23. The production won rave reviews from parents, staff and the Beijing community. Highest accolades came from Mr Gu Changwei, Oscar nominee, 2005 Berlin International Film Festival Jury Grand Prix-Silver Bear winner and world-renowned movie director, who was in attendance. He praised the captivating student production for its seamless interchange of performers in the same role as well as the drama’s clever use of flashback technique at the start. An international school performing a Chinese classic set in colonial times is simply incredible. The performance of Lei Yu has both a modern and classic touch. “Each one of us in this way or another holds a connection with the arts, a performance like this draws out our connection with the arts.”
This term Year 1 are learning about adventures. On Tuesday 20th January, some very excited Year 1 children headed to ‘Ttukseom Hangang Park’ for an adventure. After finding out about Ernest Shackleton, the famous explorer, and his trips to Antarctica, the children visited the park to enable them to gain an insight into conditions that were met by Shackleton and his team. The children participated in a sledding activity down gentle slopes using plastic rings and sledges. This is what the children had to say: “I went up a slope and down a slope. It was
so much fun! We had a good time and my mum came too.” Ryan Fenner “When I was sliding it spinned super-fast. It was slow and suddenly it was turning fast.” Benjamin Lee
Photograph by Mr Joey Nava
DULWICH COLLEGE SEOUL
Inspections and Successes at DULWICH LONDON The College in London recently underwent its full inspection by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI). All three areas of the College (DUCKS, Junior School and Senior School) were inspected at the same time, requiring the presence of 22 inspectors for the best part of a week. Including the DUCKS children, the College has over 1700 pupils, with more than 500 staff in its employment. We were delighted that the inspection awarded the College the highest grade possible in every single category. This is an outstanding achievement. The inspectors commented:
‘The pupils’ achievements in their academic studies and extra-curricular pursuits are exceptional due to an excellent curriculum that has no boundaries for learning and excellent, dynamic teaching that inspires pupils to acquire a love of learning.’ The full report can be accessed on www.dulwich.org.uk/ college/about/inspection-reports. The good mood at the College was further bolstered when The College won the Cambridge Union Schools’ Debating Competition, coming first out of 600 schools and beating Eton and two other schools in the final. This is one of the two most prestigious debating events in the UK.
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DULWICH COLLEGE SHANGHAI It has been a huge privilege to host partner schools and practitioners for the ISCMS festival. Over 360 students participated in the Festival from 22 schools. The College resonated with the sound of music during the four days of workshops. There was a sense of excitement as the students prepared for the final concert at The Oriental Arts Centre, Pudong. The professional practitioners were wonderful, sharing their expertise with huge generosity and a great sense of fun. The presentation above follows the students from their classroom workshops and theatre practices through to the Festival Concert. The College Term 2
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