Happiness?
Happiness? MYP4/5 Chinese A class brought their argumentative writing unit to life through a class debate on the motion: “The more advanced technology becomes, the happier humans are.” All students took on active roles as debaters, support teams, moderators, and timekeepers, engaging in a thoughtful exploration of technology and human wellbeing. Building on their study […]
RISE & THRIVE! – BEG Arts Festival
Rise & Thrive – BEG Arts Week Festival What happens when a school comes together around creativity, purpose, and joy? RISE & THRIVE: BEG Arts Week was exactly that; a powerful celebration of who QAIS is as a community. From Early Childhood to DP 2, the Jinshi Museum became a living gallery of student voice. Curated […]
Grade 4 Scientists Shine at Energy Unit Celebration
Grade 4 Scientists Shine at Energy Unit Celebration Our Grade 4 students recently wrapped up an exciting and intellectually rich Unit of Inquiry with a vibrant science-fair-style celebration that truly showcased the power of hands-on learning. Centered on the concept of energy — its uses and how it is transferred and transformed — the event […]
MYP Personal Project Exhibition
MYP Personal Project Exhibition The MYP Personal Project (PP) is a culminating experience that invites students to explore a personal passion, develop independent research skills, and create a meaningful product. It is an important milestone in the IB Middle Years Programme, encouraging students to take ownership of their learning while strengthening critical thinking, creativity, and […]
CAS Fundraising at the Miao Hui Celebration
CAS Fundraising at the Miao Hui Celebration During the Miao Hui Celebration on February 12, DP CAS students organized a fundraising stall to support Hopeful Hearts, a Guangzhou-based non-profit organization that raises funds to provide lifesaving heart surgeries for children from low-income families. Students from several year levels contributed creatively to the initiative. Viola (DP […]
STUCO ELECTIONS 2026-2027
STUCO ELECTIONS 2026-2027 “By the people, for the people” An election was held recently for officer positions in the student council. We witnessed several inspiring and riveting speeches by the candidates; the unique ideas and perspectives given by each participant really made it special. Thank you all for your efforts to create a better student […]
What is the IB?
UNDERSTANDING THE INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB) Qingdao Amerasia International School (QAIS)—the first IB Continuum School in Shandong Province and a leader in IB education—offers a globally recognized, future-focused learning journey through the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework. The IB is a global leader in international education, providing a curriculum continuum for students aged 3 to 19 across […]
QAIS Students Accepted at Asia’s Top Universities
QAIS Students Accepted at Asia’s Top Universities At Qingdao Amerasia International School, our mission is to inspire a lifelong love of learning and nurture courageous global citizens who help build a more peaceful world. This mission is reflected in the growing success of our students at leading universities across Asia. Over the years, Asian universities have become an […]
Grade 4 Visit the Qingdao Science & Technolody Museum
Grade 4 Visit the Qingdao Science & Technolody Museum Grade 4 students recently visited the Qingdao Science and Technology Museum to support their current Unit of Inquiry under the theme How the World Works. In this unit, students are exploring the central idea that energy can be transformed, stored, or used for industrial and personal […]
MYP CARES
MYP CARE MYP 4 students Angelina, Yuli, and Merry, supported by their supervisor Mr. Harry Phillips (MYP Mathematics), recently visited New Sunshine School, a classroom located within the cancer ward of a local hospital that helps young patients continue learning while receiving treatment. As part of their MYP Community Project, the students researched the needs […]
