T2W10 – 28 Feb 2025
Dear SSIS Parents,
I hope you had an excellent Chinese New Year break and that these past few weeks back at school have been both inspiring and productive. It has been fantastic to see the school buzzing with energy again as our students dive back into their learning and extracurricular activities. This is one of the busiest times of the year, with so many outstanding events unfolding across the Senior School. As Term 2 continues, I want to take this opportunity to thank you and your children for the incredible efforts we have witnessed so far. Please take a moment to recognise your child’s hard work and achievements—they have truly earned it!
Celebrating Success: Chess Awards and Economics Olympiad
A huge congratulations to our talented students who excelled in the recent Chess Competition and Economics Olympiad. Their hard work, strategic thinking, and dedication have paid off, These competitions require immense focus and problem-solving skills, and our students demonstrated excellence in both areas. Well done to all participants!
Ms Luxi on our student’s achievements in the recent Chess competitions
The Senior School Chess ASP continues to excel, securing top results in both online and in-person competitions. Our team recently claimed 1st place in the Online Challenger’s Final, competing against 40 international school teams and demonstrating exceptional strategic skills.
In the Inter-School Team Challenge at Shanghai Singapore International School (SSIS) on 18th January, our team earned a commendable 4th place overall among 12 teams from 10 schools. Congratulations to our players on their individual and team achievements:
🏆 Joshua TAN Hong Theng – 1st on Board 2
🥈 Brendan HSU Ting Yen – 2nd on Board 1
🥉 Julien MONSALIER Jean Pierre – 3rd on Board 4
🎖 Mick CHUNG Chia You, Toshaan SHARMA Ullass, Ethaniel QIAN – Team Awards
A special commendation to Joshua Tan Hong Theng (Grade 12), our Chess Club Captain, whose leadership was instrumental in organising the tournament. From venue negotiations to invitations and event logistics, his dedication ensured a seamless competition.
Congratulations to our chess team for their outstanding achievements—we look forward to more success ahead!
Mr.Eubin on our students’ achievements in the Economics Olympiad
23 SSIS students who participated in the International Economics Olympiad (IEO) preliminary test on the 12th of December 2024 demonstrated outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills, leading to a remarkable achievement. Every student passed, and the school was awarded a trophy. This success reflects their dedication, rigorous preparation, and a strong grasp of economic principles. It also highlights the school’s commitment to academic excellence and fostering a competitive spirit among its students. Their accomplishment is a testament to individual brilliance and a collective triumph for the school community.
Key Dates:
- Mar 1 – Shanghai Swim League Round 4 at SSIS
- Mar 3 to 5 – Sign up for ASP Session 3 in ManageBac
- Mar 6 to 7 – Senior School Production, Grease (17:30)
- Mar 7 – Senior School Coffee Morning, Sign-up
- Mar 8 – CISSA Badminton
- Mar 8 – Strategic Consultation with Parents, Sign-up
- Mar 10 – University Fair (13:30)
- Mar 10 – Sign up for Student-Led Conferences Starts
- Mar 10 to 14 – Yearbook Photo-Taking by Dave Studio
- Mar 11 to 13 – ACAMIS Golf
- Mar 13 – IBDP Arts Evening including IBDP Art Exhibition Opening
- Mar 15 – CISSA Volleyball
- Mar 17 to 28 – G10 & G12 Mock Exams (reported in Term 3)
- Mar 21 to 22 – Junior ACAMIS Swim
- Mar 22 – SISAC D1 Badminton
- Mar 26 – G8 Science Fair
- Mar 28 – House Shirt Day
- Mar 28 to 29 – G11 Collaborative Project (off timetable)
- Mar 29 – Student-Led Conferences (Non-teaching Day)
University Offers Update
From our University Guidance team, we are excited to share the achievements of our Class of 2025:
Offers from World QS Rankings:
- Top 25 Universities: 21%
- Top 50 Universities: 42%
- Top 100 Universities: 65%
Prestigious U.S. Art Institutes:
- Pratt Institute
- School of the Art Institute of Chicago
- School of Visual Arts
Global Offers:
- UK: 46%
- US: 22%
- Hong Kong, China: 23%
- Other Countries: 9%
We are proud to announce that our students have received more than 2.6 million CNY in scholarships from Canada and the US, along with many merit scholarships from Hong Kong, China (amounts to be based on final IB results).
Offers from Concourse Global Platform:
We are incredibly proud of our graduating cohort for their hard work and dedication in preparing and submitting their applications. We are currently awaiting more offers from the US and UK and continue to prepare applications for Singapore, Korea, Australia, and beyond.
Upcoming Events
Senior School Coffee Morning
Join us for a relaxed and informative Senior School Coffee Morning on Friday, Mar 7, 10:00 AM, where we will discuss key updates and upcoming events. This is a great opportunity to connect with other parents, ask questions, and learn more about what’s happening at the Senior School. We look forward to seeing you there! Please use the Form below to sign up
Senior School Production
The excitement is building for our much-anticipated school production of Grease! Our talented cast and crew have been working tirelessly to bring this classic musical to life. From show-stopping dance routines to unforgettable songs, it promises to be an evening of fun and entertainment for the whole family. Mark your calendars!
University Fair
We are excited to welcome representatives from universities around the world for our University Fair on Monday, 10th March. This is a fantastic opportunity for students to explore higher education options, ask questions, and gain insights into future academic pathways. The schedule is as follows:
- Period 5 – G9, G10, G11
- Period 6 – G7, G8
Encourage your child to make the most of this event by preparing questions and researching universities beforehand. It’s never too early to start thinking about their future!
End of Term 2 Report cards and Parent Student Teacher Conferences (PSTC)
Term 2 report cards will be published on ManageBac on Mar 27, at 3:45 PM. Parent-Student-Teacher Conferences (PSTC) are scheduled for Saturday, Mar 29. Sign-up information via SchoolsBuddy will be shared soon. While we strongly encourage students to attend these meetings with their parents, please note that this is not a regular school day.
These conferences are a valuable opportunity to discuss student progress, celebrate successes, and set goals for the upcoming term. We look forward to engaging in meaningful conversations with you!
The Fourth Star Cup Chinese Debating Competition 星光杯辩论赛
The Fourth Star Cup Local and International Students Chinese Debating Competition, hosted by the SSIS Senior Chinese Department, will take place in March. The final competition will be held on April 10th at SSIS.
This year, five local schools and four international schools have signed up for the event. Last year, SSIS students achieved outstanding results, demonstrating their strong debating skills and critical thinking abilities.
We believe that through rigorous preparation, teamwork, and continuous improvement, our students will further enhance their debating abilities and achieve even greater success this year.
With Gratitude,
Steven Gaynor
Senior School Principal
