Important Dates
March 5 | OPEN.Ed: The Wonders of Life Sciences
March 6 | Avenues x Steinway Piano Concert
March 7 | Women's Day APA Parent Salon
March 7 | College Fair
March 13 | ACC: Adolescent sex education
The 2025-26 School Calendar is Now Available
This high-level calendar provides key dates for when our campus will be open. Please note that dates are subject to change.
The 2024-25 School Calendar Updates
Following the national holiday changes for labor day, May 2 is an additional day off, and the labor day break is from May 1 to May 2. Student will return school on May 5.
Secondary Division Updates
March 7 College Fair
Dear Avenues Families,
On March 7 from 1:30-3:30 p.m., Avenues Shenzhen will host admissions officers from more than 60 colleges and universities around the world at our FIRST EVER college fair.
As one of eight secondary schools in the Shenzhen International Schools Coalition, we will also host students and teachers from 6 local Shenzhen international schools.
Most importantly, our Grades 9-11 students will have the invaluable opportunity to interact directly with admissions officers from these institutions to gain valuable information and insights about application requirements and tips for how to navigate the application process. Please help us to encourage students to take full advantage of this opportunity!
Please note that this is an event for students. However, if you happen to be on campus and see visitors in or around the fair, please offer a warm Avenues welcome! Further details will be shared with students in the coming days.
Questions or concerns?
Please email francis.miller@avenueschina.cn or SD Operations team.
Avenues Community Connections | Adolescent sex education
8:30–10:00 a.m., Thursday, March 13
Venue: 1F MPR, A19
Presenter: Emily Wang
Adolescent sex education is not merely about imparting physiological knowledge of sex; it is about equipping children with the ability to have open, informed discussions about sex. Parents must integrate sexual education into everyday conversations, making the topic of sex a natural part of parent-child communication. Only in this way can children feel comfortable turning to their parents as a source of guidance when they encounter confusion about sexuality, rather than avoiding support and attempting to navigate these questions in isolation. Our upcoming sexual education seminar aims to help parents understand the fundamentals of adolescent sexual education and learn how to effectively initiate conversations about sex with their children. This topic is very important, we strongly encourage all SD parents to make time to attend.
About the Speaker: Emily Wang
Master of Arts in Literature from Shenzhen University, Founder of Huiguang Education Consulting, Parent/Parental Sexuality Counselor, National Level 2 Psychological Counselor, Member of the Sexual Education Subcommittee of the Chinese Society of Sexual Science.
Published books: "Sexual Education Gifts for Families with Teenagers", "Being an Informed Parent: Talking to Your Child About Sex"(pending print).
ACC Recap | Recognizing and Managing Stress
Thank you for attending this week’s ACC session on "Recognizing and Managing Stress." Please check this slides for details.
In this session, we covered the following key points:
Understanding Stress
- What is stress, and why do we experience it?
- Positive vs. Negative Stress
(Parent Activity: Identifying the symptoms of stress—physical, emotional, psychological)
Recognizing the Signs of Stress
- Sources of Stress: Social Media, Technology’s Impact, Pressure to Succeed, Peer Relationships, and Homelife
Coping Mechanisms and the Role of Parents
- Strategies for Managing Stress in Students:
- Time Management Techniques, Prioritization, and Scheduling
- Healthy Lifestyle Choices: Importance of Exercise, Nutrition, and Sleep
- Strategies for Managing Stress in Parents:
- Creating a Supportive Environment
- Open Communication about Feelings and Stress
- Encouraging Balance and Limiting Screen Time
- Promoting Offline Activities
- Modeling Healthy Coping Mechanisms
- We hope this session has provided valuable insights on how to better manage and cope with stress for both students and parents. If you have any further questions or need more resources, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
SASMO Coming Up in April
We cordially invite you to register your child for the Singapore & Asian Schools Math Olympiad (SASMO), taking place in April 2025! Established in 2006, SASMO is one of the largest international math competitions in the world. To date, over 500,000 participants from more than 12,000 schools across 40 countries and regions have taken part in this prestigious event.
Languages: Chinese and English
Competition Date: Mid-April 2025
Registration Deadline: March 10, 2025
Venue: Avenues Primary Building A19
Whether your child is a beginner or an experienced math competitor, we warmly welcome their participation. This is a wonderful opportunity to share knowledge, exchange experiences with like-minded math enthusiasts, and pave the way for mathematical success.
Sign Up for the Upcoming TOEFL Jr. English Assessment
Avenues Shenzhen will be hosting the next TOEFL Jr. English Assessment on campus Saturday, March 22. If you would like your child to sign up for the assessment, please feel free to follow the link below. Likewise, if you know of any families who might be interested, feel free to pass this link along.
March Menu
Please click the button below to view the March snack and lunch menu.
Middle Grades Updates
Weekly Standing Meeting
To open up more opportunities for parents to meet with our teachers, we set up weekly standing times on Thursdays and Fridays for teachers to meet with you. If none of the dates and times work for you, please email the teachers directly to schedule the meetings.
Please note:
- These are not required meetings; please make an appointment based on your family's needs.
- You can book up to the next 30 days of meetings, and each teacher has 30 mins available to meet parents at these fixed times every Thursday and Friday.
- The SD operations team will email you the meeting location before the meeting date.
- Click here to make your appointment.
Please contact our Operations team Iris (iris.huang@avenueschina.cn) directly if you need help or have any questions.
Upper Grades Updates
Weekly Standing Meeting
To open up more opportunities for parents to meet with our teachers, we set up weekly standing times on Thursdays and Fridays for teachers to meet with you. If none of the dates and times work for you, please email the teachers directly to schedule the meetings.
Please note:
- These are not required meetings; please make an appointment based on your family's needs.
- You can book up to the next 30 days of meetings, and each teacher has 30 mins available to meet parents at these fixed times every Thursday and Friday.
- The SD operations team will email you the meeting location before the meeting date.
- Click here to make your appointment.
Please contact our Operations team Iris (iris.huang@avenueschina.cn) directly if you need help or have any questions.
Upcoming Events
OPEN.Ed: The Wonders of Life Sciences
2:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 5 | 1F MPR, A19
Speaker: Dr. Yin Ye, BGI Group CEO and Executive Director
Avenues x Steinway Piano Concert | Parent Audience Registration Invitation
Dear Parents,
We warmly invite you to join us for the upcoming Avenues x Steinway Piano Concert, happening next Thursday, March 6, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m., right here on campus. It promises to be an enchanting evening of music and celebration!
Concert Highlights
- Masterful Performance: Special performance by renowned musician Dr. Zhao Yangmingtian
- Student Showcase: Piano performances by Avenues students
- Masterclass Experience: On-the-spot feedback and guidance for student performers from Dr.Zhao Yangmingtian
Introduction to Dr. Zhao Yangmingtian
- Steinway Artist
- Chairperson of the World Piano Teachers Association (WPTA) China Division
- Graduate Advisor at Sun Yat-sen University
- Dual Doctorate in Piano Performance & Music Theory, Northwestern University, USA
Dress Code
- Students: Formal or semi-formal attire (e.g., dresses, skirts, dress pants, collared shirts, dress shoes)
- Audience: Smart casual or formal attire
Audience Registration Details
📌 Seats are limited – first come, first served
📌 Click the link to fill out the registration form and secure your seats
📌 Maximum 2 seats per family
⏳ Registration Deadline: Saturday, March 1, at 4:00 p.m.
Come celebrate the beauty of music, witness our students' incredible growth, and enjoy an unforgettable musical evening. We look forward to seeing you there!
Come celebrate the beauty of music, witness our students' incredible growth, and enjoy an unforgettable musical evening.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Campus Updates
Parenting Workshop Series: A Family Life Cycle Perspective
This week, we have held the second workshop for families with children aged 4-6. Below is a summary of strategies for parents with children aged 4-6 from a family life cycle perspective. For more detailed information, please refer to the "Interacting with 4-6 years-old" document.
Next Wednesday, we will host another session for parents of children aged 7-9. Due to limited availability, we will also share these strategies in next week’s family bulletin.
Join Us for a Parent-Child Class Series at Avenues: A Journey of Discovery and Play
We invite you to a joyful and engaging parent-child class series at Avenues, specially designed for families considering our Small World program. This is a unique opportunity to experience the world of learning alongside your child in a bilingual, dynamic environment. Each week, explore educational topics that blend play with learning, offering a glimpse into the thoughtful and supportive community Avenues fosters. Ready to discover if Avenues is the ideal learning environment for your family? Join us and find out!
Target Age Group: 1.5 - 2.5 years old
To sign up, please click the link above or email admissions-sz@avenueschina.cn for inquiries.
Course Overview:
Avenues Beginning Program helps parents better understand their child's developmental needs while fostering early learning through play. With engaging activities, we explore the key stages and milestones of early childhood development, empowering parents to make informed choices. Our curriculum emphasizes the role of play in supporting cognitive, social, and emotional growth. Sensory play experiences, fine and gross motor skill development, and language growth are all integral parts of the program. Through strengthening the parent-child relationship and creating a supportive environment, we aim to provide a joyful learning experience that nurtures growth and cultivates a lifelong love of learning.
Welcome to Share | Avenues Parent Information Session for External Families
Saturday, March 22 | 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
On March 22, we will host an Parent Information Session covering all divisions, from Early Learning to Primary and Secondary, for external families interested in Avenues. We warmly invite you to share this invitation with your friends and family, and encourage them to visit our campus to experience firsthand the vibrant learning and growth atmosphere at Avenues. We look forward to welcoming more families to our community!
Avenues Parent Association
WAM SLAM Charity Sale
With the generous support of our parents, the WAM SLAM charity sale has raised a total of 1,568.25 RMB in donations.
Details:
- Total sales: 4,047 RMB
- Sales from the online gift shop: 3,305 RMB
- 75% of the online sales (2,478.75 RMB) will be paid to suppliers as production costs.
- 25% of the online sales (826.25 RMB) will be donated.
- School-owned inventory items were donated at 100% of their sale price, contributing 742 RMB to the total donations.
The charity sale is still ongoing and will continue until March 14. The funds raised will be used to purchase sports equipment, which will be donated to Wuzhi Primary School in Fubin Town, Raoping County, Chaozhou. On March 20, kindergarten students will represent the Avenues community in delivering these supplies.
Thank you for your participation! Visit A12 Parent Café to pick up an Avenues souvenir for yourself and share a little kindness with others!
Women's Day Parent Salon
Time: 1:30 - 4:00 p.m., Friday, March 7
Location: A12 Parent Café
To celebrate Women's Day, we will be hosting a special Women's Parent Salon next Friday. Through this gathering, we invite everyone to share their stories, memories, and dreams, and to enjoy a warm and beautiful time together. Do you still remember the dreams you had when you were young? Who is your hero? What is your life’s passion? Let’s take a moment on this special day to reflect on the warm moments that belong to women.
This event is limited to 30 seats, exclusively for female parents of Avenues. If you are interested, please click the link below to register. To enhance interaction and surprise, each participant is asked to bring a small gift to exchange with others. The gift doesn’t need to be expensive—maybe a book, a small trinket, or something you love and would like to share. Through this small gesture, we will all experience warmth and care.
We look forward to spending an afternoon filled with emotion and joy with you all!
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