At Luwan, we believe that true success isn’t solely about academic achievements. Yes, we strive for academic excellence, but we also recognize that learning extends beyond the classroom—it’s about fostering a healthy, balanced life. At the heart of our school is the belief that every student is unique, and their well-being – emotional, social, and physical – is just as important. We are here to walk beside you, to listen, to guide, and to celebrate your individuality.

As you step into this new school year, I encourage you to explore the things that spark your curiosity. Be bold in your learning, try new things, and embrace both your strengths and your challenges. Every step forward, no matter how small, brings you closer to understanding your own potential.

We are here to help prepare you for the world ahead, equipping you with the skills you’ll need to navigate an ever-changing future. But more than that, we aim for you to leave Luwan as thoughtful, creative, and resilient individuals who are ready to embody the core competencies and contribute meaningfully as responsible, engaged citizens in a global society.

I’m excited to see all that we will accomplish together this year. As we embark on this journey, let’s approach it with open minds, a strong sense of purpose, and a commitment to supporting one another.

Here’s to a wonderful 2025-2026 school year!

Brett Syer

BC Principal

Luwan Senior High School-BC Program

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The Luwan High School BC International Curriculum passed the annual quality inspection with several commendations and no suggestions or requirements. The supervisor of the BC Education and Education Bureau of Canada affirmed the BC curriculum in several aspects:

First of all, Luwan BC’s International Program has advanced facilities. A series of teaching facilities, such as the Wisdom Library, the Dragonflies New World, the Human Engineering Intelligence Experimental Area, and the Chemical Learning Laboratory are open to BC courses. The BC curriculum program provides rich curriculum resources and diversified curriculum experience, while cultivating students’ comprehensive quality, but also focusing on students’ physical health and development.

Secondly, this year’s BC International Curriculum Provincial Examination had excellent results, showing the students’ solid academic foundation and ability to understand and apply knowledge.

Finally, the inspectors believe that Luwan High School and the BC International Curriculum is not only committed to students’ academic studies, but also to cultivate students’ cooperative inquiry and problem-solving skills. Rich curriculum resources, practical activities and advanced teaching facilities provide a diversified platform for students to grow, which is conducive to promoting students’ creativity and developing critical thinking.

In the future, Luwan High School and the BC International Curriculum will continue to pursue excellence, cultivate more students with international vision and social responsibility, and contribute to our education!

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At Luwan, we believe that true success isn’t solely about academic achievements. Yes, we strive for academic excellence, but we also recognize that learning extends beyond the classroom—it’s about fostering a healthy, balanced life. At the heart of our school is the belief that every student is unique, and their well-being – emotional, social, and physical – is just as important. We are here to walk beside you, to listen, to guide, and to celebrate your individuality.

As you step into this new school year, I encourage you to explore the things that spark your curiosity. Be bold in your learning, try new things, and embrace both your strengths and your challenges. Every step forward, no matter how small, brings you closer to understanding your own potential.

We are here to help prepare you for the world ahead, equipping you with the skills you’ll need to navigate an ever-changing future. But more than that, we aim for you to leave Luwan as thoughtful, creative, and resilient individuals who are ready to embody the core competencies and contribute meaningfully as responsible, engaged citizens in a global society.

I’m excited to see all that we will accomplish together this year. As we embark on this journey, let’s approach it with open minds, a strong sense of purpose, and a commitment to supporting one another.

Here’s to a wonderful 2024-2025 school year!

Naomie Fortin

BC Principal, Luwan Senior High School-BC Program

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Our Luwan BC Program continues to shine, all thanks to our dedicated community. We maintain a strong commitment to academic excellence, and our devoted teachers will continue to guide students as they strive for the highest learning standards. Throughout the year, our BC core competencies will continue to shape us, fostering 21st-century skills and nurturing thoughtful, creative, and independent global citizens. Your hard work and determination will also be your guiding lights.

As we navigate the academic journey ahead, I encourage you to embrace intellectual challenges, engage in meaningful inquiry, and explore your unique interests and talents. Our school community is a place where curiosity is celebrated, and we are here to help you discover and develop your full potential.

Together, let’s embark on this academic adventure with determination, pursuing both academic success and personal growth. Welcome back, and let this year be defined by your accomplishments and memorable moments! I speak for all when I say that, together, we will make this school year fantastic!

Here’s to a wonderful 2023-2024 school year!

Naomie Fortin

BC Principal

Luwan Senior High School-BC Program

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The selection process for the Star Student Program involved careful evaluation and consideration by our dedicated teachers. They assessed candidates based on specific criteria that highlight academic excellence, involvement in extracurricular activities, leadership skills, and a list of awards and achievements. The criteria ensured that the chosen students truly embody the spirit of excellence within our community.

Without further ado, we proudly announce the Star Students for the academic years 2022-2023:

Grade 12: Peter Zhu and Carol Shao

Grade 11: Darwin Zhu and Milia Lin

Grade 10: Selina Bao and Toshua Sun

These students have consistently demonstrated exceptional qualities that set them apart from their peers. Millia’s vivacious and cheerful personality sets a vibrant tone within the school environment, inspiring other students to actively participate in various endeavors. Carol, known for her helpful nature, exhibits a warm and friendly attitude toward others, offering assistance whenever needed.

The Star Student Program not only recognizes students for their academic excellence but also acknowledges their involvement in various extracurricular activities. These activities can include participation in school clubs, musical performances, and sports. By encouraging students to engage in such activities, we aim to foster a holistic educational experience that nurtures their talents and passions. For instance, Peter and Darwin have been actively involved in the Frisbee Club, showcasing their enthusiasm, dedication, and positive contributions to the team. Their commitment to extracurricular pursuits is an inspiration to others, highlighting the importance of well-rounded development alongside academic achievements.

Moreover, the program emphasizes the importance of leadership skills. Students who have taken on roles within the student union, captained sports teams, or exhibited outstanding leadership within the school community stand out as exemplary leaders. Their ability to inspire and motivate others is a testament to their exceptional qualities. Selina Bao and Toshua Sun demonstrate exceptional leadership skills, effectively organizing and coordinating team activities to steer the group towards shared goals.

We interviewed all the 2022-2023 star students in LWBC. As G12 students, Carol and Peter have been interviewed on “how to become star students”. They gave some suggestions for younger students and future students. Carol emphasizes the importance of setting goals and maintaining motivation and focus. She reminds students to prioritize helping others and ensuring their own health throughout the process. Also, being a star student goes beyond grades and involves enjoying the process of learning, working hard for personal growth, and becoming a well-rounded individual. Peter emphasizes the need to develop all-around abilities. Active participation in class discussions, group projects, and extracurricular activities is encouraged. Peter advises students to stay organized by managing their schedules and tasks effectively. Breaking down study goals into smaller, achievable tasks and creating a balanced study schedule that includes leisure activities is essential. Building confidence, facing challenges with perseverance, and celebrating successes are additional points Peter mentions. G11 students Darwin and Millia were interviewed on “How to Achieve Leadership”. Darwin believes that leadership is a journey of personal growth and development. He actively challenges himself and reflects on his strengths, weaknesses, and values. By understanding his advantages, he can effectively utilize them in areas he is interested in. Darwin also emphasizes the importance of continuous learning, actively seeking opportunities to expand his knowledge and skills. He participates in scientific research projects and courses during his spare time, embracing failure as an opportunity for improvement. Overall, Darwin sees every experience as a chance to learn and adapt to the world. According to Milia, leadership is a dynamic and ongoing process that requires dedication, self-reflection, and the ability to inspire and influence others. She highlights the significance of developing a clear vision and setting goals that inspire both herself and others. Effective communication plays a crucial role in leadership, as it allows for clear articulation of the vision, expectations, and ideas. Milia also emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and self-improvement. She believes in investing in personal growth through various means, such as reading, attending seminars, and seeking mentorship. By embracing new ideas and challenging assumptions, Milia strives to become an effective leader. Selina and Toshua, two 10th grade students, were interviewed on how to quickly adapt to BC high school. Selina believes that keeping a positive attitude is essential when adapting to high school life. She encourages exploring new opportunities, such as joining clubs like the frisbee team or debate club, which can help make new friends and discover passions. Selina shares her experience of joining the handball club, which facilitated bonding with classmates and forming friendships. She reassures others that feeling concerned is normal and suggests looking at the bright side. In the context of BC courses being taught in English, Selina advises asking questions to clarify any confusion and taking advantage of the supportive teacher system. She sees high school as an exciting new beginning. Toshua acknowledges that becoming a high school student, especially in the first few months, can be challenging. His approach to adapting to high school involves adjusting the learning pace. Toshua recognizes that high school is generally slower-paced than junior high, allowing for more spare time. He utilizes this spare time effectively by learning about Canadian culture, understanding the criteria for high-level learning in each subject, and getting to know his classmates better. Toshua believes that these actions better prepare him for the challenges he may face and reduce the chances of feeling overwhelmed in the new environment.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the Star Students for their remarkable achievements. Your dedication, hard work, and commitment to excellence have earned you this well-deserved recognition. We encourage you to continue pursuing your passions, leading by example, and making a positive impact within the CINEC community and beyond.

Congratulations to all our Star Students! Your unwavering commitment to academic excellence, involvement in extracurricular activities, and remarkable leadership skills have truly set you apart. We are immensely proud of your achievements and look forward to celebrating your success at the upcoming award ceremonies.

 Our 2023 Star Students

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Get ready to hear the story of our school’s glory while competing in the Waterloo Math Contest! From the BC Program of Luwan Senior High School – Milia and Toshua, who not only participated but also achieved an impressive score of 36/40 in the Hypatia contest and brought honor to our school.

The Waterloo Math Contest, a world-renowned competition, is hosted by the University of Waterloo in Canada. Each year it attracts many students from around the world to attend this contest. It includes several different competition categories, each targeted at students of different grades and levels. For example, the Galois is primarily for 10th graders, while Hypatia and Euclid are for 11th and 12th graders. This contest is highly approved globally and considered as one of the most important competitions to measure students’ mathematical abilities. Both Toshua and Milia made the most challenging choice, because they chose to do not one, but two contests: the Hypatia and Euclid contests, prepared for the genius grade 11 and 12 math students. Hypatia primarily involves sequences, algebra, and basic trigonometry, while Euclid covers even more challenging issues such as number theory, logarithms, geometry, and probability.

So, what’s the key to their excellent performance? Milia shared her preparation strategy, “The first step is understanding the scope of the exam. Secondly, familiarize yourself with the relevant formulas – including those that can be used directly and those that require derivation. The next step is practicing past papers and questions related to specific knowledge points, focusing mainly on your weak areas. For me, that was analytic geometry. Lastly, summarizing specific problem-solving methods helps in solving similar problems during the test.” Hypatia and Euclid cover a broad range of topics, some of which are not even taught in textbooks and require participants to self-study before the competition. Milia’s strategy is like a detailed map and the knowledge and formula in it guides her walk out the maze, ultimately leading her to victory.

Our other participant, Toshua, chose a more direct path to review for the contest. “I just practiced a few sets of past contests to familiarize myself with the questions that appear in the contest” he said. Reviewing past questions can be very useful for this type of competition, even though the competition problems change every year. Toshua’s strategy of becoming familiar with past questions provided him with a comprehensive understanding of the various types of problems and the required methods and prepared him for success.

Milia and Toshua’s victories in the Waterloo Math Contest not only demonstrated their individual talents but also represented the high-quality teaching of the BC Program at Luwan Senior High School. Their success is not only due to their own efforts but also the responsibility and seriousness of the teachers during their class. In conclusion, let us congratulate these two students and our school on their wonderful achievements and hope that their success can inspire future students to learn from their experiences and achieve even better results in future Waterloo Math Contests!

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On the 10th of March, we finally went on another spring outing after two years! After about 3 hours, we arrived at the entrance of the Ocean Park together. We first went to the entrance of the park and took some great group photos. The teachers also posed for different pictures to record the excitement of the trip together.

After a short time, we split up into groups and started to wander around the park. We visited many attractions related to underwater life and even got to experience feeding the sea creatures and interacting with them in various ways.

Being a marine park, most of the students were excited to first visit the dolphins, otters, sea lions, walruses, fur seals and other marine mammals. Next, depending on the plans, students who love animals went on to visit the Mermaid Square, Polar Town and the Antarctic Penguin House. After an intimate interaction with the animals, many of us went to the other side of the park via the Arctic Bridge or the Cable Car.

Apart from the coral jellyfish and Underwater World Pavilions, students who love thrill-seeking sports often take part in jumpers, roller coasters and some more courageous activities. The queue for the roller coaster was still very long, up to five minutes before it was time to leave, which shows how exciting and attractive the ride is. The next second you get on the rollercoaster, your body is already flying out with the coaster, but your soul seems to remain in the starting point! The vast majority of people would choose to release their fears by screaming, and the stress of studying proved to be greatly relieved after the rollercoaster ride.

By the afternoon, most of the students had made their way to the shows. The orca show that day was very impressive, for example, the students sitting in the front row always got wet because of the water waves from the orca’s tail. The dolphin and sea lion shows were also very impressive. There were also beautiful ladies dressed like mermaids performing shows with marine animals.

Year 12’s Jason said, “I got to see a lot of sea life and we participated in the roller coaster 5 times, and overall it was a really enjoyable experience. Also, after all the stress of studying, we finally had some fun with the students and the teachers, so I think it was great.”

Jeremy from G12 said, “As our last spring trip in high school, I was really excited to be able to enjoy the last fun with my classmates in March, and it will be a great memory for us. Haichang Park was a lot better and more fun than we thought it would be, probably because it was my first time there. The roller coaster was exciting, and I got to ride it uncontrollably five times!”

Daisy from G10 said, “I had a great time at Haichang Ocean Park in Shanghai. When I was at the aquarium, it was the first time I saw a real beluga whale so close, with only a piece of glass between me and it. I was amazed at the presence of such a huge animal in the ocean and the cooperation between humans and animals in the show.”

Zoe from G11 commented, “One of the most memorable shows at Haichang Park is the Beluga Whale Show. Two beluga whales danced in the water with the divers, sometimes floating up and sometimes sinking down. A few rays of sunlight spilled from above the tanks, adding a touch of spirituality to the dimly lit arena. We soaked it all in and enjoyed this unforgettable show.”

In a nutshell, the Haichang Ocean Park was an amzing experience for LWBC students and teachers. It provided an enriching opportunity to learn more about marine life while creating lasting memories with classmates and teachers.

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Ultimate Frisbee as a recent new sport that makes people very curious, and it is precise because of this that more and more people have participated in this new sport. Fortunately, we at Luwan BC had great interest and enthusiasm for Frisbee before the new movement and thus founded the Frisbee Club. In the high school competition, the most famous is also the competition in that most high school teams that play frisbee will participate in — the Shanghai Youth Open-IX opened, and our frisbee club Kraken at Luwan BC naturally participated and saw a wider sky there.

First of all, two teams are competing in the SHYO competition, and there are a total of 8 teams competing with us, among which there are weak and strong teams. Due to the two-year pandemic, as well as the departure of the teams and the addition of new ones, the overall strength has changed. Because of this, we all tried our best to deal with our opponents, but the results were not satisfactory.

Although our team has some good throwers and handlers, perhaps due to experience, there is no good awareness of the position of the set, and most people like to surround the thrower so that the handlers cannot give the set. Some people block the position of the thrower, and at the same time, the opponent will block the route of the thrower, resulting in the failure of the throwing and giving the right to the opponent. This is the biggest mistake our team makes, and if we can improve this, we may be able to beat most of our opponents. At the same time, our team is not very skilled in the use of the rules, and we can’t notice when we or our opponents commit a foul.

Of the opponents against us, I think the best team is Hurricane. They are the favorites in this tournament because this team includes a player from the French national team, who also lived up to expectations to earn second place in this competition. However, I think this team made it to the finals because of their cooperation. When one person receives the set, the other person, or most of the people, are ready to take the next set. At the same time, the bounce, physical fitness, and endurance of their team members is good, with a solid foundation and strong sense of receivership, making them the winning side.

In this competition, although we did not achieve a good result, we gained something more important and discovered our biggest mistake. I believe that when we solve this problem, Kraken will take it to the next level.

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During April, the teachers set up two amazing house team activities, which is English Olympic Games and making the greatest trebuchets. On that day, during the first activity, it goes with two rounds, and has six tasks. Each house team needs to be divided into three groups. We played Boggle and Synonym. The most impressive game in my mind is Boggle.

For the game Boggle, it is a timed game (3 mins) where players compete to find as many words as possible within a grid of connecting letters (5×5). The letters that make up the words are horizontal, vertical, or diagonal. Players need to find as many words as possible. Every common word is one point. Each round has a significant word, and each word that is related to it, it will get two points. In addition, only the group that comes up with the words that other groups don’t have can score.

During the first round, two teams did a good job. They got 8 and 9 points respectively, and were far ahead of others. It is worth mentioning one to two groups often came up with some extremely short words like “OK” or “K.O.”. Then the second round was a deciding game. They used their creative thinking skills to be competitive in the game. However, all of them lost one vital word that played a decisive role. When the teacher spelled it out to them, they found it obvious, but really complex to get that word out. This competition was so intense that the score was tight between the first and second place. At the same time, this game encouraged players to think quickly and creatively while developing their word recognition and pattern recognition skills.

Next, for the trebuchets making, every team needed to design three trebuchets. The team that is able to make the greatest trebuchet will win, which means the trebuchets that can throw the marbles the farthest will be the champion of this game. Each team are provided with skewers, glue guns, rubber bands, bottle caps and marbles. At the beginning, each team had a designer to make blueprints. They used creative thinking skills to make plenty of fantastic designs. During the making process, the team members often use critical thinking skills to come up with the disadvantages of the designs. Also, they had to use communication skills to cooperate with other members. In the end, some teams even created some crossbows which could shoot a long distance. However, the teams were supposed to obey the principle of trebuchets. As a result, it did not count. But the various kinds of trebuchets were impressive, and they had a competition to judge the greatest one.

These two activities were unforgettable, since it not only improved our English skills, but also helped us promote core competency skills and relationship between classmates.

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As the pandemic situation recovered, the highly anticipated “Shanghai Schools Sports Association & Shanghai Youth League 2023” Frisbee tournament finally got underway. On the 4th of March, our school’s Frisbee team “Kraken” had its first match at SUIS WanYuan. It was the first official match in almost a year and a half, with the old players having graduated and the new Grade 10s joining in.

Before the game, we all worked hard to squeeze in time after school to build up the foundational skills and actively discuss tactical techniques. At the same time, Coach Chang taught members defensive strategies and guided us through a stretching exercise. Despite that, we just had very little time to train this year compared to previous years, so the team members may not be so familiar with each other. However, our team’s aim was to learn from our experience in practice, to enjoy each training session, and to gradually make progress. We would all be doing our best in the upcoming games and taking them seriously.

Everyone was excited on the day of the race, arriving 40 minutes early to warm up. We had one last practice of running positions and getting comfortable with throwing the disc. At the last minute, the whole team came together and shouted “Kraken” to boost morale. The beginning is always the hardest, everyone was not yet fully familiar with the role they were playing, and it led us to make mistakes, especially when there was some pressure. Even though everyone put in their best effort, we were still down by a large margin. Some of the players felt particularly guilty about their errors, but the other players encouraged and praised them for what they did well and gave solid advice to them. We did not blame each other because mistakes happened all the time and we were just a new team starting out. We thought it was more crucial to trust each other and to get experience from our failures.

We were not playing wisely enough in the first two games, but in the latter two, we corrected our weaknesses in running the position, improved our defensive efficiency, and gradually started to score with the cooperation of teammates. Each member of the team showed their strengths, with cutters running aggressively to catch the discs and handlers carefully analyzing the situation on the field so as to make the most informed choices. After each score, everyone cheered and celebrated with heartfelt joy. Even when the opponents scored, we applauded and summarized the reasons for their victory. We were always committed to the “spirit of frisbee”, treating each game with dignity and showing respect to our opponents.

After the game, we gathered to watch videos of the game taken by the team managers. Some of the moves made us laugh, but meanwhile, we noticed our shortcomings. For example, there were times when cutters ran too disruptively and blocked the handlers’ throwing line, or when someone got the disc and was too nervous leading to a turnover. The purpose of this was to discover aspects that could be improved and enhanced in future training. After this competition, I deeply felt that the entire team had become more united. All of us had a great time and I believe it was an unforgettable memory.

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