Month: March 2025

Facility Notice

Dear all,

Please be informed that, from this weekend, access to the Centre Café will be closed at 5:30pm from Monday to Saturday and remain closed all day on Sunday. We will reopen it the following morning.

Thanks for your attention and support.
Facility Team

Author Visit Links

Wednesday, March 5

Jennifer Holm (Babymouse author/illustrator) from 8:15-8:45https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_YTc4ZGNiODUtZmJjYi00YTRiLWJjNTItZjYyZDFhMzY1NTcy%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22cb1ae4ea-7ae1-404a-8883-91d046ee4646%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2207db6532-40f3-4dd1-9cd9-8c524c90b902%22%7d

Thursday, March 6 – busy day!! Join what you can.

Kelly Crull (Washed Ashore author/photographer) from 8:15-9:10 https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NDI5Yzg5Y2ItNDA4NS00ZDYzLTk2MmQtYTc0MzZhMTRlYWI1%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22cb1ae4ea-7ae1-404a-8883-91d046ee4646%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2207db6532-40f3-4dd1-9cd9-8c524c90b902%22%7d

Laurel Molk (Knitting for Dogs author/illustrator) from 9:30-10:00 https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NGI4MDdmYjgtODNkYy00MmZhLWFkOWUtYjNmNmU1ZGU4MWVh%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22cb1ae4ea-7ae1-404a-8883-91d046ee4646%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2207db6532-40f3-4dd1-9cd9-8c524c90b902%22%7d

Laurel Molk (Knitting for Dogs author/illustrator) would appreciate questions in advance. If your class has questions, please email them to me by the end of Wednesday so I can make sure she is able to answer them.

Zanni Louise (Florence & Fox – Sharing Day author) from 2:00-2:30 https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NjkyMjQ3NzktZjY0ZC00ZmQ5LWFiNTQtYTJiZWU2ZTJkNmFj%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22cb1ae4ea-7ae1-404a-8883-91d046ee4646%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2207db6532-40f3-4dd1-9cd9-8c524c90b902%22%7d

DP Visual Arts and Film Exhibition, March 14-21!

Dear Staff, Students, and Parents,

We are thrilled to invite you to our DP Visual Arts and Film Exhibition opening party (NIS Cafeteria Loft) on March 14th from 5-7 PM. Join us for an inspiring evening of creativity as our Grade 12 students proudly showcase their incredible artworks and film projects, along with pieces from our Grade 11 artists. Don’t miss the film premiere at 6 PM, which spotlights the talent and dedication of our young filmmakers. One of the highlights of the evening will be the opportunity to meet the artists and film students, who will be eager to answer any questions you might have. Enjoy snacks and drinks as we come together to celebrate the artistic achievements of our students! We can’t wait to see you there!

Sincerely,
Sandy Kuan (DP Visual Arts teacher) & Danny Griffith (DP Film teacher)

P.S., The exhibition will continue to be on display from March 14th to 21st.

Safer Internet Day Week 4: (Optional)Discussion/Activity

These activities are valuable but entirely optional. If you’re interested in participating in the 7-Week Safer Internet Challenge, you might consider leading a discussion or activity with your homeroom or advisory group. However, if now isn’t the right time, simply reflect on this week’s focus and how it could inform your teaching in the future.

This week we will be focusing on

Picking on Peers (Cyberbullying)

Objective: Raise awareness about cyberbullying and strategies to prevent and address it.

Optional Activity: Role-Playing Scenarios

  • Optional Discussion Points:
    • What constitutes cyberbullying?
    • What are the effects of cyberbullying on individuals?
    • How can we support peers who are being bullied online?
  • Optional Activity: In groups, students role-play scenarios involving cyberbullying and practice appropriate responses and support mechanisms.

Social Security App (Reminder)

📢 Important Update: PRC Social Insurance App Requirement for Foreign Experts

Effective January 1, all foreign experts must install the PRC Social Insurance App to activate Foreign Expert Card (FEC) information and QR codes.

🔹 New Staff: Can install and register once they have a local phone number.
🔹 Returning Staff: Must install the app by the end of February but should only register one month before FEC renewal.

Steps to Complete:

Thank you to the 48 of you who have done this so far. If you are a Foreign Expert working in China you must install this app.

✅ Step 1: Install the app (Deadline: End of February).

💡 For iPhone Users: A local Apple ID is required. If you do not have a local Chinese Apple ID, The IT Department can assist with this.
💡 For Android Users: Enable installation from unknown sources in settings. Then scan the QR Code below to install the app. (The IT Department can also help if needed).

Please install the app in advance and wait to register until required. 🚀

If you need any assistance please come to the IT department and we can assist you.


✅ Step 2: Fill out this form (Please fill out this form so we know you are done!)

✅ Step 3: Register one month before FEC renewal. (This step will happen when it is your time to renew. Please just complete Step 1 & 2 for now.)