Important Dates
December 7 | Primary and ELC Choir Performance
December 12 | Open.Ed: The Meaning of Being a Parent
December 14 | Open House for Prospective Families
December 17 | Seagulls & Hummingbirds COL
December 18 | Open.Scholar: The Mystery of Integrated Circuits
December 19 | Seadragons & Koifish COL
December 19 | Lions & Cheetahs COL
December 19 | Tigers COL
December 20 | Owls COL
December 20 | Small World COL
The purpose of this high-level calendar is to communicate when our campus will be open. Dates are subject to change so we encourage you to check back frequently.
ELC Updates
Dear ELC Families,
The last month of 2024 has arrived, which also happens to be one of the busiest and most hectic times in the school calendar. We are gearing up for the culmination of this semester's learning achievements with our COL (Celebration of Learning).
The intention behind the COL is for children to share and celebrate recent explorations in thematic learning with parents through project presentations and interactive experiences. To better facilitate your engagement at the event, here are some tips to keep in mind about the goal for the event:
- It is to focus on the entire learning process, not just the final outcomes.
- It focuses on the collective and individualized learning journey, honoring each child’s unique contributions.
- It is to encourage children to take the lead, rather than conforming to the adults’ wishes and demands.
- It centers on our children, listening to their voices, instead of seeking information from teachers.
- It highlights the thoughts, interests, and characteristics of our children, rather than uniformity in their work.
- It promotes and appreciates the efforts and progress of our children, rather than comparing their work.
We eagerly anticipate the presence and participation of all parents. Please take note of the dates to ensure you can make time to attend your child’s class event.
Dec 17 | Seagulls & Hummingbirds
Time: 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Location: Room214, Green area next to 214
Dec 19 | Seadragons & Koi Fish
Time: 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Location: Grey wall opposite 209, Blue area next to 2nd floor elevator.
Dec 19 | Lions & Cheetahs
Time: 10:00-11:30 a.m.
Location: Room 301 and 303, Red area next to room 312 and 314
Dec 19 ｜Tigers
Time：2:00-3:00 p.m.
Location: Green area next to room 304
Dec 20 ｜Owls
Time：9:30 a.m.
Location: Blue area next to 215, green area next to 214
Dec 20 | Small world
Time: 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Location: Courtyard (Rainy day will change to MPR)
Please note that the COL location of each class is subject to change, so please look out for school and class notices.
We look forward to seeing you at the COL!
Warmly,
The ELC Leadership Team
Invitation to Primary Division Celebration of Learning
Next week, the Primary Division will also be hosting the Celebration of Learning (COL). We welcome ELC parents to visit the showcase of students' work and understand the curriculum. You can attend one or more of the grades that you might be interested in.
Please find more details below:
- Grade 1: Monday, December 9, 3:00–4:00 p.m.
- Grade 2: Wednesday, December 11, 8:30–9:30 a.m.
- Grade 3: Friday, December 13, 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
- Grade 4: Monday, December 9, 3:00–4:00 p.m.
- Grade 5: Wednesday, December 11, 8:30–9:30 a.m.
Location: The Grade 4 tour begins in the A19 Lobby and the rest of the grade level tours begin in the A19 MPR MPR, where students in each grade level will lead the tours. We suggest interested parents arrive at the corresponding location promptly.
Campus Updates
Avenues Community Connections (ACC): How to cultivate students' growth mindset?
8:30-10:00 a.m., Tuesday, December 17 | A19 MPR | Presenter: Ms. Xuefei Zheng
The ability to continuously learn and adapt is crucial for a child's growth and development. In this ACC, through real-life cases and interactive discussions, we will share strategies and tools to help parents support the development of a growth mindset in their children, thereby promoting their long-term success and happiness. We look forward to discussing with you how to inspire children's potential.
Upcoming Events
Open.Ed: The Meaning of Being a Parent
2:30–4:00 p.m., Thursday, December 12 | A19, First Floor, MPR
Parenting is one of the most profound and challenging roles in life. But what does it truly mean to be a parent? In this engaging talk, we’ll explore how communication, mutual respect, and a strong, loving family bond create the best environment for children to flourish.
Through open dialogue, thought-provoking questions, and practical insights, this session invites you to reflect on how your relationship with your child shapes their confidence, resilience, and ability to navigate the world. Discover how fostering mutual respect and building a connection rooted in love not only strengthens your family but also gives your child the courage to explore their individuality and dreams.
Join us as we unpack what it takes to prepare children for an uncertain future—not by controlling their paths but by guiding them with care, trust, and support. Together, we’ll reimagine what it means to parent with purpose and create a home where every child feels seen, heard, and ready to thrive.
Speaker: Shiuan Liu
Shiuan Xuan Liu 劉軒 is a coach, writer, and educator with a mission: to empower individuals to create lasting change through self understanding and active transformation, and to create better communicators at home and in business. He is the author of 18 books, has been on the TEDx stage 5 times, spoken at hundreds of organizations, and his podcast 劉軒的How-To人生學 reaches over a million listeners worldwide each month. He hold a BA from Harvard University, an M.Ed from the Harvard Graduate School of Education, and is a doctoral candidate at the Human Developmental Psychology program at Harvard. He lives in New York with his wife and two children.
We encourage everyone interested in this event to attend and bring a friend too! Please sign up through the link below.
If you can't make it to the event, you can also scan the QR code below to follow the live stream and watch the session online.
Spread the Word | Open House for Prospective Families
9:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m., Saturday, December 14 | Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary Division
On December 14, we’ll be hosting an Open House to prospective families interested in learning more about Avenues Shenzhen. The event provides great opportunities to understand the school, the curriculum, the campus and to communicate with the leadership and teaching team. Feel free to extend this invitation to friends and families who may be interested in becoming part of our community!
Interested parents are welcome to scan the QR code below to register on a first-come, first-served basis. If you have any questions, please reach out to the Admissions team via email or WeCom.
Open.Scholar: The Mystery of Integrated Circuits
5:00-6:15 p.m., Wednesday, December 18 | A19, First Floor, MPR
What can you tell me about computer chips? With technology advancing so quickly, chips are everywhere. But what's behind how they work, how they're made, and how the industry is evolving? On December 18, Mr. Huang Mian, a parent at Avenues Shenzhen and a research associate at the Institute of Microelectronics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, will take you on a deep dive into the world of chips. He'll discuss the latest in chip design, manufacturing, and applications. Mr. Huang will bring chip samples, giving attendees a chance to get hands-on and share insights.
The Speaker: Huang Mian
Mr. Huang is an Associate Researcher at the Institute of Microelectronics, Chinese Academy of Sciences and the founder of Shenzhen Zhongke Sihe Technology Co., Ltd. He was the first globally to propose the use of chip embedded technology for board-level fan-out integrated packaging in the power chip field and to achieve industrialization. He has built China's first board-level fan-out integrated packaging production line for power chips, overcoming key technologies such as high power, high heat dissipation, and low parasitic parameter board-level fan-out packaging. He has been granted a total of 21 invention patents (including one US patent) and has authored one professional book
Aviators Athletics
Join Us in Supporting Our Aviators! - Dec 2024/Jan 2025
In this energetic semester, our student athletes have dedicated themselves to training with unwavering perseverance and enthusiasm, preparing for various competitions coming up in December and January next year. Please refer to the poster for detailed event schedules.
We sincerely invite you to come and cheer for our athletes. Your every cheer and applause will become the driving force for our athletes. Let's cheer for our athletes together!
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