PaoPress Summer 2014

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Summer 2014

Founder’s Message Dear Pao School Community, Firstly, congratulations to our first cohort of students graduating from Middle Division this June.

I am pleased to announce our new team of highly-experienced international educators that will lead our Secondary Division. Lee Sanders from the UK will be Director of Academic Affairs. Jayne Lund, who has over 20 years of experience in the IBDP in Europe and Asia, will be our new IB Coordinator. Rhonda Leshman will be our Director of College Counselling, bringing 20 years of experience in college admissions and counselling.

The design team has worked hard for the past 7 months on concepts for new facilities to be constructed this summer. The Board has also decided to purchase the Songjiang campus. With a total of RMB 250 million needed to fund the purchase, any assistance you can provide would be greatly appreciated.

Daniel Legault and Joe Elias from our Secondary Division will be leaving Pao School. We thank them for their 1

many contributions over the past several years. Their hard work and efforts have laid a solid foundation for the growth of Pao School. Serena Shen will be the new Director of Curriculum for our Year 6-8 students. She will be responsible not only for curriculum development but also professional development for our teachers, while Lee Sanders will head the IGCSE curriculum for our Year 9-10 students. Andrew Hamilton will be our new Director of Student Life, and will be responsible for the social and character development of our students.

YK Pao School has led in the education reform as we continue to be in the forefront of bi-lingual, private, not-for-profit education. Our students have been receiving awards and recognition in many areas, including debate, swimming, choral music, cycling, drama and art. A syllabus for Character Education has also been developed to cultivate students that will play a meaningful role in society. (...continued on page 13) Anna Sohmen Chairman of Board Founder of YK Pao School 24

New Developments

YK Pao School establishes Senior Secondary Division, offers IGCSE and IB curricula Recently, with the authorization of the Shanghai Municipal Education Commission, Pao School students attended our self-administered Zhisheng Kao (Middle School) examinations. Those who successfully completed the assessments advanced to Senior Secondary Division. Our Year 10 students will study the IGCSE (International General Certificate of Secondary Education) curriculum, and Year 11 and 12 students will study under the IBDP (International Baccalaureate Diploma Program) (Pao School has been accepted as a candidate school for IBDP by the

IB organization). Upon successful completion of the IB organization’s many assessments, we will then be authorized to offer the IBDP. Offering the IBDP is not only costly, but teachers must also undergo specialized training in order to teach under the program. Upon graduation from our Senior Secondary, students will receive the International High School program graduation certificate from the Shanghai Bureau of Education, and upon completion of examinations, students will be awarded the IB diploma.

College Counselor Update We are delighted to announce YK Pao School’s first Director of College Counseling, Rhonda Leshman, who will be joining our school in August 2014. Ms Leshman brings many years of experience in college admissions from both sides of the desk as both a university admissions representative and a high school college counselor in the US. For 13 years, she served as an Associate Director of Admissions for the George Washington University in Washington, DC, where she interviewed applicants, reviewed application files and made admissions decisions on thousands of applicants.

After her time at GW, Ms Leshman became a College Counselor and has worked in that capacity for the past nine years, most recently at the Archer School for Girls in LA. During the past five winters, as a College Counselor, she also read 500 applications for UCLA.

International Exchanges In May, five faculty members from the Secondary Division had the opportunity to travel overseas and participate in faculty exchange programs with our sister schools in the UK and the US. 2

Vivi Qi, from the Language Support department and Alyssa Liu, from the Art department visited two schools in Rhode Island, USA: Pennfield School and our sister school, St. George’s School. Because Pennfield School teaches pre-kindergarten to 8th grade, and St. George’s teaches 9th to 12th grade, our teachers were able to observe both middle school and high school environments during their trip. Evan Yu (Chinese department), Susie Li (Science department) and Ada Yang (PE department) visited our other sister school, Charterhouse School, in the UK. All the teachers found the trips to be valuable professional development opportunity. Through discussions with teachers overseas about classroom management and teaching strategies, they developed a deeper understanding of teaching and learning in the American and British systems, and had the opportunity to collaborate with teachers from different backgrounds.

Editor’s Note: In October 2011, Songjiang District became the home of our Secondary Division, marking the start of boarding education at YK Pao School.

Over the next three years, the campus would become home to our Secondary students. Here are some of their reflections on the past three years.

Growing up with YK Pao School Ryan Zhu, Year 9 Student

My classmates and I grew up alongside Pao School. We were always the oldest students at school, and as we advanced to the next grade, the school opened up a new year level.

Pao School truly values whole person and international education. We not only are given sufficient time to develop academically, but we also have the chance to discover our interests. I once started a board games club, and recently joined the drama club. In addition to studying Chinese culture and language, studying English has given me tools that will allow me access to the world. Participating in sports has helped me understand the positive impact of exercise on my studies.

By far, the most important thing I’ve learned is independence, including taking ownership of my studies, living on my own, and managing my own time.

In Year 9, we started the IGCSE curriculum. Right now, we have five core subjects: Chinese, English, Mathematics, History, and Science. In addition, we select one subject from Arts, Music, Drama, and Information Technology. After nearly one year of IGCSE, I feel the difficulty level of the curriculum is appropriate and it’s very effective in helping me integrate both humanities and sciences, but

the best part is that my teachers are very experienced and able to support me in many ways.

missing family members so badly they couldn’t sleep. It happens to everyone.

This September, we will become Pao School’s first Senior High School students. I hope that under Pao School’s whole person education environment, I will be able to continue developing my skills and abilities in order to prepare for the future ahead.

But there is always a calm, supportive figure in the background, providing reassuring smiles, warm embraces, and soothing words of comfort. Whether it is a teacher, a fellow student playing the role of an elder sibling, or a dearly-missed family member on the other end of the computer screen, you can always find someone to communicate your troubles, to wipe the tears away.

It’s almost impossible to feel lonely when you’re surrounded by such welcoming friends and an optimistic atmosphere. Being with others who care about you is the perfect cure for homesickness. This phase passes after a period of time, and you come to accept your school and your classmates as your second home and family.

Life at Pao School: More than Just a Grade Clementine Lee, Year 9 student

Our day starts with a familiarr double-tap on the door as our “dorm parents” — teachers who take on the responsibility of dealing with reckless teenagers’ life in the dorms— stride in with the daily wake up call. Afterr thirty minutes, a string of wellgroomed young men and women cheerfully races to breakfast.

This morning routine has become almost instinctive to most Pao School students. It’s easy to forget that moving into an unfamiliarr environment and no longer having your mommy and daddy kissing you goodbye every morning is an emotional struggle for some.

course) of grown, 16-year-old boys

Aside from the usual classes, there is one special course that involves all students — Character Education.

Grades are merely numbers, a sheet of paper is unreflective of the qualities you possess. Character Education focuses on shaping students’ view on morality and what cannot be taught in classrooms but only through interaction and experience with other human beings. It teaches us not to beg, borrow, or steal for the sake of an “A,” and that there are so many more important things in life besides high scores.

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Feature Character Education

On a chilly but sunny November morning, a routine assembly at YK Pao School was coming to a close. As students began to leave the pitch, music could be heard from a distance. Seemingly out of nowhere, Year 5 students suddenly rushed towards the pitch, their enthusiastic voices singing in unison: “You shoot me down but I won’t fall. I am titanium!” As everyone began to sing along, students raised bright and colorful banners that formed the message: “Say No to Bullying!”

YK Pao School began implementing its Character Education program in August 2013, with the aim of creating an environment where all members of the school community are committed to constantly developing their character, at home, at school, and in the broader community. The overarching principles of the program are the School’s core values of compassion, integrity, and balance.

Other character strengths that the school works to promote include respect, responsibility, reflection, resilience, and self-management.

Together, these character strengths form the foundation of Pao School’s Character Education Program.

“As students progress through the Character Education Program, we hope they will acquire the skills, knowledge, and attitudes that foster a genuine and long-lasting commitment to moral and ethical behavior. We aim to develop confident, compassionate, and responsible students committed to lifelong learning who will make a positive difference in their communities.” Shane Vey, Director of Pastoral Care, who oversees the Character Education Program at Primary Division, told us.

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“It is critical to think about the type of young people we want our school to be known for.”

Diana Zuo, English Teacher, Primary Division

A whole-person approach has been taken to character development.

All students receive weekly lessons in Character Education. In the Primary Division, students are taught explicitly the meaning of the character strengths and how they translate into their daily lives. Each year group is asked to take a lead on educating the school community about a particular character strength. This year, Year 5 students took the lead in educating the Primary Division community about the different forms of bullying as well as how to react and help others in situations involving bullying. Students developed creative public awareness campaigns through art, theater, song, and dance. The flash mob dance described above is one such example.

“Character Education teaches students how to express their feelings and opinions as well as listen to and feel what others are trying to express. Students will be able to demonstrate empathy for everyone they encounter. ” Shane Vey, Director of Pastoral Care, Primary Division

In the Secondary Division, according to Director of Student Life Joe Elias, students learn about ways to address real-life issues through deeper discussions that focus on embracing character strengths in their own lives, and include the development of life skills, such as responsible decisionmaking, working through ethical dilemmas, and navigating internal and external pressures.

Character development is also fostered through the core curriculum, particularly through literature selections, history discussions, and even visual arts. Year 5 students, in their study of Martin Luther King Jr., discussed character strengths such as compassion, integrity, respect, responsibility, and resilience and recited his “I Have a Dream” speech during English Speech Day. Year 6 visual art students studied the human form and explored the question of expressing emotion through sculpture, ultimately creating sculptures that represented the eight character strengths.

“Ordinary people can be heroes; they just need to stand up for a cause that betters the world.

Martin Luther King was an ordinary man, but stood up for equal rights of all people. Our students understand that to be a hero, they need to think beyond themselves and put the needs of others before their own. “ Phuong Phan, Head of English, Primary Division

Students are also given opportunities to demonstrate the character strengths through athletics, service learning, and student leadership roles. At the Primary Division, a Reading Buddy Program was launched where Year 5 students read books

with Year 1 students. Students at the Primary Division have also been involved with the “Read to Feed” charity program for several years and have participated in fundraising activities to support natural disaster relief efforts, most recently for Typhoon Haiyan relief in the Philippines.

At the Secondary Division, according to Joe, a Student Ambassador Program was recently launched in which 65 students across Years 6 through 9 hosted visitors and represented the school at various events. In addition, a select group of Year 8 and 9 students served as House Leaders in Year 6 Houses and supported Housemasters in providing guidance to younger students. Students also organized a rock concert to raise funds for children with congenital diseases.

“Our Character Education Program helps students develop a sense of self and those around them. It builds confidence, perspective and the ability to make good decisions. In addition, it teaches students to be thoughtful and reflective in their relationships with family, friends and strangers. Furthermore, it helps students develop their unique perspective and ability to deal with life challenges. “ Joe Elias, Director of Student Life, Secondary Division

Students from Year 9 recently planned and ran an after-school program in Wenzhou without any formal support from teachers, Joe was extremely proud: “Successful Character Education begins and ends with the students.

Teachers need to guide them and believe in the program, but students need to apply and use what they learn and believe. The actions of these students reflect many of the school’s character strengths.”

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A Week without Walls at Secondary Division

It was a week unlike any other at YK Pao School. It was our Week Without Walls (WWW), a week-long program focused on experimental, independent learning outside the traditional classroom setting, where students have the opportunity to explore new places and learn new skills, deepening their understanding of China and the world with regard to social concerns and needs in the 21st century.

Under the theme of environmental protection, our Year 6 students visited a local sustainable farm and a water treatment plant, and learned

about environmentally-friendly plant growth methods as well as sewage treatment methods in the city.

Students not only had the chance to enjoy nature, but also learned about its importance and the role we play in its preservation.

Meanwhile, our year 7 students explored Yangshuo County in Guangxi.

Through rock climbing, fan painting, and various games, students learned the importance of teamwork, leadership, communication, and building trust among peers. Head of Language Support Donald Patter was particularly impressed by the way students learned to interact with the outdoor environment as well as get out of their comfort zone. “Life is full of challenges, and learning how to confront challenges was a key part of the week.”

Year 8 students took a trip to Xiamen to visit local villages, which function as communes. Students learned about the local buildings, unique earthen structures that are 500 years old – yet still inhabited today! They also visited a local tea farm, where they learned about the entire farming process from field to market, and

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helped to separate tea leaves from their stems before sampling several local teas.

Year 9 students’ WWW included a visit to residential center in Beijing for people with disabilities. They learned about the development of similar centers in China, and how they provide a place for people with disabilities to go to school and learn how to live productive lives on their own. Our students noted that children from the villages worked very hard every day, collecting vegetables, getting water from a valley and carrying it uphill to get back to the village, and until recently, there were no cars in the village - they had to wake up at 3 AM and climb mountains to get to school! Year 9 student Gina said: “The trip helped us understand that there are other things going on outside of the small worlds that we live in.”

WWW encouraged students to face new challenges, learn more about themselves and others, and spend time in a new environment with their peers, all outside of the curriculum.

All of the students had a productive and fulfilling WWW.

Drama “In Search of Sound” - the First Chinese Musical at Pao School Lily Jin

The first step is always the most difficult. Choosing the right director and material is no small challenge.

Outstanding directors in the realm of children’s musical dramas are difficult to find in the mainland.

Moreover, directors specializing in children’s theater are in short supply.

After many recommendations, we were honored that director Zhang Chenting, children’s theater specialist from the Shanghai Theater Academy, accepted our invitation. After much discussion, we decided to adapt Ms. Zhang’s latest movie, “In Search of Sound,” into a musical drama.

To encourage students’ exposure to Chinese drama, YK Pao School successfully produced its first ever Chinese musical, “In Search of Sound” on May 14th and 15th at the Malan Flower Theatre. Organizer Ms. Lily Jin shares her experience of making of this wonderful musical.

the school to accommodate both the rehearsal schedule as well as academic commitments, and persevering through both praise and criticism. That is passion, and true

passion requires perseverance. To our students: the entire production crew is so proud of you all, and we are so honored to have taken this journey with you.

Secondary Students Perform Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night” Peter Rotundo

Students rehearsed twice per week, with two hours per session, allowing them time to settle into their roles as well as adapt to each other and the director. Despite intense rehearsals, more than 95% of our students persevered, in spite of exhaustion, continued demands from the director, or having to wait on stage without a single line to speak. When asked if they felt like giving up, they would always boldly reply: “Never!” When I heard this, I truly felt we were doing something special and worthwhile.

How passionate are our students for theatre? Coming to audition despite illness, arriving home late after rehearsals and then doing homework until 12am, staying in hotels nearby

I came up with the idea for a production of Twelfth Night because we use the play for a drama unit in Year 6 English. Many of the actors were Year 6 students, and they were able to make strong contributions to English classes because of their participation in the play. Students also came into the unit with a good understanding of the story.

Students signed up for the production voluntarily, without prior auditioning.

It was a great learning opportunity

for students with no prior acting experience. We spent a few weeks getting to know the play and learning basic acting skills. Then we cast, based on our experience with the students and an audition session.

The success of the show was the result of great team work. I wish to thank Stephen Radley, Jan Polach, and Year 9 students, who oversaw the technical aspects of the production, costumes, and more.

In March, Secondary Division students delivered a production of Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night.”

Directed by English teachers Peter Rotundo and Stephen Radley, Year 6 and 7 students captivated audiences with the elaborately-decorated stage, fantastic costumes, and their spectacular performances.

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School News

Pao Sisters Attend Dedication Ceremonies at Secondary Division Our Secondary Division swimming pool and library are the generous donations of the Pao sisters. On November 8th, 2013, Pao School founder Anna Sohmen Pao and sisters Bessie Pao, Cissy Pao, and Doreen Pao attended dedication ceremonies at our Songjiang campus for the Pao Pei Wai Swimming Pool and Huang Sue Ing Memorial Library.

YK Pao School Reports on Achievements as “Outstanding Private School” On March 25th, 2014, the former Head of Basic Education, Ministry of Education, Directors from the Shanghai Municipal Education Commission, experts from Ministry of Education National Training Center for Principals, and nearly 70 experts from two Shanghai Outstanding Private School Project principals research groups, visited Pao School to learn of our accomplishments over the past year and a half since being named “Outstanding Private School” by the Commission.

The plan to establish Pao School as “Outstanding Private School” was created in conjunction with our 5-year strategic plan. This presentation not only showcases the milestones we’ve achieved, but also helps us to solidify our strategic priorities and reach our goals.

Shanghai School Sports Association Competitions Fencing Tournament: Recently, Pao School’s Primary Division hosted the SSSA Fencing Tournament. Primary and Secondary students took part in this intense competition, and each went home with valuable experience.

Volleyball tournament: In this recent volleyball tournament by SSSA, students swept away the competition with wins across 3 separate age categories.

Run-A-Way Club Photo Exhibition Run-A-Way is a non-profit outdoor activity club organized by Pao School parents. The club now has several hundred members, and has taken cycling tours to Jiangsu and Zhejiang, Qinghai Lake, and even Hainan Island. This past March, a photo exhibition at our Primary campus showcased the club’s three wonderful years in photos.

YK Pao School Passes Annual Inspection by Changning Bureau of Education In May 2014, 7 inspectors from the Changning Education Evaluation Center arrived at Pao School for the 2013 annual year-end inspection and on-site inspection. Our Principals gave our visitors a detailed account and insight into the work and achievements of several department areas. We received very positive feedback, and in turn, the inspectors provided us with constructive feedback.

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Thailand Thanyapura Swim Invitational

Pao School Students Put Fun Back into Food

Pao School Choir Performs at Kusama Yayoi Exhibition At the end of 2013, Pao School’s choir and orchestra performed at the opening night of Japanese artist Kusama Yayoi’s “A Dream I Dreamed” exhibition held at the Museum of Contemporary Art.

Secondary Division students participated in the Thailand Thanyapura Swim Invitational, an overseas swim meet. 18 schools from eight countries competed, and our students took home 8 gold, 8 silver, and 13 bronze, making this the largest and most rewarding students have competed so far.

“I Love Hanzi” Competition Primary Division recently held their “I Love Hanzi” Chinese Spelling Bee, in search of Pao School’s “Hanzi Hero.” Preliminary rounds began in March with the final round held in April. The competition not only encouraged students to learn more Chinese characters but also sparked their interest in the language.

Pao School Students Perform at F1 Grand Prix

Singapore International Culture and Art Festival

In April, a group of students and teachers arrived at the Shanghai F1 Grand Prix to perform in a collaborative choir. The choir sang for an audience of 25,000, and the performance was televised live worldwide.

A group of girls from Ballet Team went to Singapore for the Singapore International Culture and Art Festival. Out of 40 performances presented by students from different countries, they won the top award.

Congratulation to our girls!

Primary Division kicked off Spring season with an interactive cooking show, “Putting Fun Back into Food,” led by UK chef Darren Tinkler, whom Pao School’s catering company Eurest specially invited for the occasion.

Students split into two teams, each with the same mission: prepare a healthy, tasty meal in just 15 minutes!

Songjiang Electric Trams The Shanghai government will be constructing two electric tram lines in Songjiang. The energy-efficient trams are set to operate at the beginning of 2017. Routes will cover 28.5 kilometers, linking to Songjiang University Town station.

Chinese Calligraphy and Painting Contest In December 2013, students participated in the 27th annual Overseas Chinese Youth and Children’s Calligraphy and Painting Contest. 15 of our students won silver and bronze awards. Year 7 student Honey Wu’s calligraphy piece won gold. Teachers also received “Outstanding teacher” and “Outstanding team” awards.

Student Leadership Summit In March, 11 of our Year 9 students participated in the EF Global Leadership Summit with Humanities teacher Travis Zigler. The two-day summit brought together young leaders from around the world to inspire and prepare them to solve the global challenges of today and the future. It was a forum for them to strengthen their creativity, innovation, and adaptability.

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School News

New facilities at Songjiang Campus

Professor Anna Sohmen Pao believes facilities that combine beauty and comfort, as well as a sensitivity to the minds of our youth, would encourage and motivate our students to thrive academically. Over an eight-month period, she personally led a team to design the following facilities.

Student Center

Black Box Theatre This is a 150 square-meter space with an open stage and movable seats.

Theater not only improves students’ speaking skills and increases their confidence level, it is also an integral part of the IB curriculum.

Outdoor Amphitheater Inspired by the semicircle amphitheatre of Ancient Greece, Professor Sohmen designed this theater to preserve the beauty of natural acoustics. Capacity: 200.

Outdoor Amphitheater

Multi-Function Room

Learning Commons

Francis Yuen Pottery Room

Situated next to a garden, this space is designed for research and collaborative work.

This fully-equipped Pottery Room has pottery wheels and a kiln, and is the perfect place for shaping and experimenting. It is the generous donation of former Hong Kong Stock Exchange’s Chief Executive Francis Yuen and his wife.

Student Center The Student Center is comprised of a cinema, tea bar, student club rooms, and 5 music practice rooms. The cinema wall is made of recycled floor tiles from Shanghai World Expo’s Cyprus Pavilion, which was designed

by Prof Sohmen herself to represent her support for environmental awareness.

Juice Bar The Juice Bar is a social gathering place for Year 6-8 students. It features a slide to an art gallery below.

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Vincent Woo Multi-Function Room The Multi-Function Room is used for learning and exchange. Vincent Woo is a friend of the Pao family from the US. Woo’s father had great respect for Sir Yue-Kong Pao. This room was donated by Woo in this honor.

Martial Arts Area The Martial Arts Area is designed to encourage practice of ancient Chinese arts.

Dance Studio This was generously donated by a Singapore businessman, a strong supporter of Pao School.

Fencing Area Our special fencing program will have a fullyequipped space covering 150 square meters.

Ping Pong Area This is a 300 square-meter area dedicated to the popular sport.

Fitness Room

Learning Commons

The 150 square-meter fitness room is furnished with a full range of fitness equipment.

Your generous donations are greatly appreciated. Donors will be honored with a plaque inscription. Interested parties may contact the YK Pao School Foundation: foundation@ykpaoschool.cn Fencing Area

Fitness Room

Ping Pong Area

Dance Studio

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Founder’s message Continued from Page 1

Students also achieved high scores in the 2013 “ISA” amongst 33,000 participants from 57 countries.

In addition, YKPS was granted autonomy to create examinations for middle school, the results of which will be recognized by the Shanghai Municipal Educational Examinations Authority.

Our global networks continue to expand: important visitors over the past year included the Chief Executive of Hong Kong Leung Chun Ying, the Directors of the International Monetary Fund, the Dean of undergraduate college of University of Chicago, and ViceChancellor of Oxford University Andrew Hamilton.

Interschool relations were established with Charter House in the UK, and St. Georges’ School and Eaglebrook in the USA. In China, there are plans for exchange programs with Shezhou Yueju Opera School and Tai Hu Center, in order to further encourage the study of Chinese culture.

The YKPS Foundation will be making a grant of RMB 4.99 million to YKPS to support 51 students as well as projects in whole person education and teaching talents. The Annual Fund Advocates have worked very hard to raise RMB 5 million for the first Annual Fund, far exceeding their target. Many thanks for their efforts.

Once again, we are indebted to you for your continued support of YKPS.

The YK Pao School Foundation

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Faculty must be leaders in teaching, facilities need to be outstanding, and talented students should be given opportunities regardless of financial background.

Campus construction: Songjiang campus construction and various renovations at the Primary Division Campus.

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Scholarship and financial aid: We aim to increase scholarships and financial aid to 20% within the next five years.

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Faculty: Recruit top teachers from various fields and backgrounds.

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Bilingual Education: Develop curriculum and provide support for bilingual education.

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Whole-person Education: Supporting sports, music, and arts projects to help with students’ whole-person development.

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Information Technology: Integrating information technology into curriculum and teaching.

As a not-for-profit school, all of YK Pao School’s income is used to fund its operations and development.

Currently, 95% of the income from tuition fees is earmarked for the annual operation of the school, with limited resources available to fund new programs as well as the development of the school.

The YK Pao School Foundation was founded in 2010 to provide sustainable funding to support the school’s long-term development in the following ways:

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Wishing you all a wonderful summer, Anna Sohmen Chairman of Board Founder of YK Pao School

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The YK Pao School Foundation has been supporting these six major areas

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To raise funds and resources for the development and expansion of YK Pao School.

To supervise received investment and fund management.

To allocate funds for long-term development of the school.

Join us in building a world-class school for tomorrow’s China

Scholarships

Our Scholarships recognize students who demonstrate outstanding achievements in academics as well as their contribution to Pao School. The following scholarships are available to both current and new students:

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Junior Secondary Scholarships Senior Secondary Scholarships International Student Scholarships

YK Pao School Foundation Contact: (+86) 21 6167-1999-1-8879 foundation@ykpaoschool.cn www.ykpaoschool.cn

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Rock for Love!

In the spirit of charity and social responsibility, a group of YK Pao School youths contributed their musical gifts to a great cause. Earlier this year, our Secondary Division students launched their Rock & Love Charity Concert at the Shanghai Redtown Culture and Art Community. All proceeds of the concert went to the Baobei Foundation. Established by Pao School Art teacher Earl Tai, Baobei Foundation is a non-profit charitable organization that works with Shanghai medical professionals to provide life-saving neurological or gastrointestinal surgeries to Chinese orphans.

Performers were from Secondary Division bands Black Tuesday and Spark.

Enthusiastic and energetic, these 7 band members all share a common love for music. Some of them have been multi-talented since childhood, and have received numerous awards in dancing and singing.

Over the course of their studies at Pao School, where the importance of social responsibility as well as giving back to society has always been emphasized, students learn of the great disparities in developments in different regions of China, and that there are still many impoverished regions in urgent need of assistance.

Many of our Secondary Division students were former Primary Division students, and have participated in many types of charity events.

Black Tuesday’s Steven Jiang once established the “Happy Tomorrow” club, to raise funds for “Lupin Foster Home,” a charitable organization that cares for abandoned children with congenital diseases.

With “Rock & Love,” band members

A bit of Reading Can Go a Long Way Recently, two children from Xiuning county in Anhui, last year’s recipients of Pao School’s donations via Heifer International’s “Read to Feed” campaign, visited Pao School. They spent the day studying, reading, making handicrafts, and playing soccer alongside Pao School students.

As the first school to pilot “Read to Feed,” YK Pao School has now supported the organization’s fundraising efforts for four consecutive years. The program has given the entire Pao School community the opportunity to take part in a meaningful campaign which utilizes reading as a means to raise funds that provide livestock and agricultural training for rural families in need of financial assistance.

The sense of social responsibility and spirit of public service promoted by Read to Feed has had very positive and lasting effects on our students. In addition, Pao School’s teachers have brought students to visit the Dabieshan 14

hope that through music, they can bring more awareness to the importance of charity, and use their abilities to help others. They tell us: “When we see that the music we’re making is helping to bring hope into the lives of children born into disease, we know that music is more than just a hobby.”

community in Anhui province. Through firsthand interaction with those who have benefited from their fundraising efforts, students realized the true potential of both reading and philanthropy. Pao School’s participation in “Read to Feed” has supported their “self-help groups,” villagers who have worked to improve their community through improved infrastructure, resources, and knowledge of agriculture. With our assistance, villagers were able to afford black pigs that lessened their dependence on tea, improve their pig pens, build a cement road to the village, as well as construct new homes. They also began growing vegetables on the mountain, thereby improving their subsistence methods.

Pao School concluded “Read to Feed” on March 28th, 2014. This year, students raised nearly 130,000 RMB, a remarkable achievement, putting our four-year total to over 300,000 RMB. Indeed, a little bit of reading can go a very long way!

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