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Victory Lane: WISS Athletes Shine at ACAMIS Basketball Tournament and Beyond

Feb 2, 2024

At the Western International School of Shanghai (WISS), holistic development is prioritized through a well-rounded education encompassing four essential pillars: Academics, Arts, Sports, and Community Service. This comprehensive approach ensures that students receive a diverse educational experience that nurtures their intellectual, artistic, physical, and social-emotional growth. By emphasizing the inclusion of sports as one of the school's four pillars, WISS recognizes the many benefits of engaging in athletic activities as an integral part of student development. While academics are the foundation of any education, WISS recognizes that academic success goes hand in hand with physical well-being. Engaging in sports helps students develop essential skills such as time management, goal setting, discipline, and perseverance. By balancing academic rigor with physical activity, WISS students are encouraged to excel academically while maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

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The WISS High School Girls Basketball Team recently competed in the prestigious ACAMIS Basketball Tournament (Association of China and Mongolia International Schools). The tournament saw participation from various schools and teams across Mainland China and Hong Kong. Held at SCIS-HQ (Shanghai Community International School-Hongqiao Campus), the event showcased some exciting gameplay and noteworthy achievements.

During the tournament, the WISS High School Girls Basketball Team showcased their exceptional skills, culminating in an impressive record of 5 wins during the round-robin play. While they faced a formidable team from Hong Kong and suffered their only defeat of the tournament, the WISS Team earned a chance for redemption in the Championship Finals, as they once again went head-to-head against their Hong Kong rivals. Despite their valiant effort, the game concluded with a narrow loss, resulting in a commendable second-place finish for the WISS Team, with a final score of 30-34.

Coaches Colin Mosher and Hugo Cruz provided excellent guidance and support to the WISS students, who exhibited remarkable talent and resilience throughout the tournament. Among their peers, A. Simmonds, M. Ficek, and A.M. Sirisani displayed outstanding skills that earned them well-deserved recognition as members of the Girls All-Tournament Team. The basketball community celebrated their exceptional performances, and we extend our heartfelt congratulations to each of them for this remarkable achievement.

Recently, the WISS Basketball team has achieved notable success, securing a commendable 5th place in the SISAC Cup Championships and an impressive 2nd place in the SISAC Plate Championships. These outstanding achievements testify to the immense dedication, hard work, and raw talent displayed by the WISS students across various sports. Their accomplishments are a true reflection of their unwavering commitment to excellence and serve as an inspiration to their peers. Congratulations to the entire team for these remarkable milestones!

The WISS Swim Team showcased their exceptional skills and made a significant impact at a recent meet hosted by Nanjing International School, extending WISS's success beyond basketball. Competing against 890 swimmers from 24 schools, the WISS Swim Team delivered outstanding performances, achieving numerous personal best times and securing multiple top placements. A particular round of applause goes to Jacob, who claimed first place in the 50m Freestyle, fourth place in the 50m Butterfly, and fifth place in the 50m Breaststroke. Jeremy also exhibited remarkable talent, securing second place in the 50m Backstroke and sixth place in the 50m Butterfly. Adding to the team's triumph, A. Shih achieved a commendable sixth place in the 50m Breaststroke. These achievements highlight the team's success and bring recognition and honor to the entire WISS community. Congratulations to all the swimmers for their exceptional performances and for proudly representing WISS!

As we move forward, the WISS community is filled with anticipation for an exhilarating sports season. Our focus turns to boys' and girls' volleyball, soccer, and badminton, all set to showcase the incredible talents of our athletes. Building on the extraordinary accomplishments of our basketball team, the excitement is palpable as we look ahead to what these talented individuals will achieve in their respective sports. Our athletes' dedication and hard work continue to inspire us, and we eagerly await the thrilling performances they will deliver in the coming season.

At the Western International School of Shanghai (WISS), holistic development is prioritized through a well-rounded education encompassing four essential pillars: Academics, Arts, Sports, and Community Service. This comprehensive approach ensures that students receive a diverse educational experience that nurtures their intellectual, artistic, physical, and social-emotional growth. By emphasizing the inclusion of sports as one of the school's four pillars, WISS recognizes the many benefits of engaging in athletic activities as an integral part of student development.

While academics are the foundation of any education, WISS recognizes that academic success goes hand in hand with physical well-being. Engaging in sports helps students develop essential skills such as time management, goal setting, discipline, and perseverance. By balancing academic rigor with physical activity, WISS students are encouraged to excel academically while maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

In addition to academics and sports, the arts play a crucial role in WISS's educational philosophy. Students can express their creativity, develop critical thinking skills, and enhance their emotional intelligence through various artistic disciplines like visual arts, music, theater, and dance. Sports complement the arts by providing students a different avenue for self-expression, teamwork, and personal growth.

Sports at WISS are not simply seen as extracurricular activities but as integral components of a comprehensive education. Participation in sports teaches students the importance of physical fitness, teamwork, resilience, and sportsmanship. Whether through team sports or individual pursuits, students learn to set goals, overcome challenges, and engage in healthy competition. Sports also promote inclusivity, fostering friendships and building a sense of camaraderie among students from diverse backgrounds.

The fourth pillar of a WISS education is community service, which encourages students to give back and positively impact the world around them. Sports can be a powerful tool for community engagement and service. Through volunteering, organizing sports events for underprivileged communities, or coaching younger students, WISS students learn the value of empathy, compassion, and leadership while fostering a sense of social responsibility.

The four pillars of academics, arts, sports, and community service at WISS work together to provide students with a well-rounded education that prepares them for success in all aspects of life. By recognizing the importance of sports as a vital pillar, WISS ensures that its students excel academically and develop physically, emotionally, socially, and ethically. Through integrating sports into the curriculum, WISS fosters a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students can thrive holistically.

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拥抱多样性：全球创新学习联盟会议在新西兰奥克兰举行

全球创新学习联盟（GAIL）是一个著名的学校网络，致力于促进教育领域的创新、合作和文化交流。上海西华外籍人员子女学校（WISS）很荣幸成为全球创新学习联盟（GAIL）的成员，并兴奋地宣布将参加即将在新西兰奥克兰举行的全球创新学习联盟会议。此次会议为上海西方国际学校的学生提供了一次难得的机会，他们将在校长 David Edwards 先生、学术与创新部主任 Timothy Pyeon 先生和设计教师 Nwanneka Okwuosa 女士的陪同下，与其他 GAIL 成员学校共同促进多元化发展。

在中断四年之后，GAIL 会议将在新西兰奥克兰汇聚来自全球各地的教育工作者、管理人员和学生。今年的会议将特别关注多样性，承认多样性为教育机构带来的巨大价值。接受多元化观点、文化和思想的重要性无论怎样强调都不为过，GAIL 的目标是增强教育工作者创造包容性学习环境的能力。

WISS 始终站在倡导多元化和培养学生全球思维的最前沿。学校曾在 2019 年主办过 GAIL 会议，因此对这一活动的意义并不陌生。在 David Edwards、Timothy Pyeon 和 Nwanneka Okwuosa 等主要代表的陪同下，WISS 的学生将有宝贵的机会与来自其他 GAIL 成员学校的同学合作、学习和分享自己的独特经历。

本次会议的主要关注点是多样性，与会者可以期待一个深入探讨文化、种族、语言和社会多样性各个层面的丰富活动。研讨会、小组讨论和互动环节将为与会者提供在自己的学校创建包容性环境所需的工具和知识。会议旨在培养跨文化能力，弘扬学生和教育工作者的不同文化背景。

GAIL 会议之所以如此具有影响力，其中一个关键因素是它强调合作。与会者有机会参与合作项目，交流促进多样性和包容性的想法和最佳做法。通过这些互动，与会者将获得宝贵的见解和创新策略，并将其应用于各自的学校社区。

对于 WISS 的学生和更广泛的 GAIL 社区来说，在新西兰奥克兰举行的 GAIL 会议将是一次难忘的活动。当他们沉浸在一个多元、包容的环境中时，与会者将学到关于同理心、尊重和文化交流之美的宝贵经验。这次会议无疑将成为通过教育创造一个更加和谐和宽容的社会的垫脚石。

在即将于新西兰奥克兰举行的会议期间，WISS 与其他 GAIL 成员学校一道，热切希望为有关多样性的讨论做出贡献。通过参与此次全球对话，学校重申了其促进文化理解、拥抱多样性和推动教育创新的承诺。毫无疑问，GAIL 会议将成为积极变革的催化剂，教育工作者和学生将通力合作，共同建设一个重视和赞美我们丰富差异的未来。

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