Innovate, Adapt, Excel: Developing Digital Skills For Success

Feb 23, 2024

In today's fast-evolving technological landscape, the importance of developing skills cannot be overstated. The World Economic Forum's Top 10 Skills for Success by 2025 highlights the key competencies necessary for the future workforce, such as analytical thinking, innovation, active learning, complex problem-solving, critical analysis, leadership, social influence, and technology proficiency.

At the Western International School of Shanghai (WISS), the IB Career-Related Programme (CP) offers a Digital Skills program that stands out as a beacon, aligning perfectly with these essential skills and preparing students for the challenges and opportunities ahead. This program directly reflects the graduate qualities upheld by WISS, focusing on problem-solving, digital literacy, resilience, leadership, and collaboration. It not only equips students for future job roles but also underscores the school's commitment to providing a holistic education.

Empowering Future Champions: The CP Sports Program at WISS

Nov 3, 2023

At the Western International School of Shanghai (WISS), we believe that every child possesses untapped creativity that must be nurtured. In line with this philosophy, we offer a range of experiences that enable our students to make real-world connections and grow holistically. One essential element of our educational approach is outdoor learning, which we believe offers numerous academic, social, and emotional benefits to students in our Early Years, Primary, and Secondary programs. A highlight of our commitment to outdoor education is the annual celebration of Outdoor Classroom Day. The GAIL (Global Alliance for Innovative Learning) conference, which took place in Auckland, New Zealand, proved to be a transformative experience for students from the Western International School of Shanghai (WISS). As they stepped out of their comfort zones and embarked on a journey of cultural exploration, these students not only discovered the importance of embracing diversity but also refined their leadership skills. Through participating in various cultural activities and engaging in thought-provoking discussions, they gained valuable insights that will undoubtedly shape their future endeavors. The picnic on the field was a highlight of the event, as friends and loved ones gathered to enjoy each other's company while basking in the breathtaking sunset over Shanghai. It was a moment of pure bliss, surrounded by laughter, delicious food, and refreshing drinks.

In the dynamic landscape of education, it's essential to nurture not just academic brilliance but also holistic development. At the Western International School of Shanghai (WISS), we have recognized the pivotal role sports play in shaping well-rounded individuals. Our CP Sports programme (IB Career-Related Programme) stands as a testament to our commitment to fostering physical prowess, mental resilience, and lifelong skills in our students.

Empowering Artistic Minds: SCAD at WISS Redefining Education

Oct 18, 2023

In a rapidly evolving world, where creativity and innovation reign supreme, the intersection of art and education has never been more crucial. It is within this dynamic context that the partnership between Savannah College of Art & Design (SCAD) and WISS (Western International School of Shanghai) emerges as a beacon of opportunity for aspiring artists and designers.

WISS Career-Related Programme

Dec 15, 2022

A vital element of the Career-related Programme is the study of Personal and Professional Skills. Students acquire skills that support learning, life, and work over the two-year course, covering five main subjects: Applied Ethics, Intercultural Understanding, Personal Development, Effective Communication, and Thinking Processes.

Applied Ethics is the application of ethics to real-world problems and attempts to answer the question of how people should act in specific situations. While studying Applied Ethics as part of the Personal and Professional Skills Programme, students will analyze, discuss and debate ethical dilemmas in general life, progressing to dilemmas more specific to the workplace and their career-related studies.

WISS Career-Related Studies | Reflective Project

Nov 25, 2022

The IB Career-related Programme has four elements: Language Development, Service Learning, Personal and Professional Skills, and the Reflective Project. These elements are known as the CP Core.

The Reflective Project is a 3,000-word assignment focusing on an ethical dilemma within the student’s career-related study. As our Grade 12 students finalize these projects, our Grade 11 students prepare for them by learning about ethics in their Personal and Professional Skills class.

Aeronautics IBCP Pathway: The Sky is the Limit at WISS

Apr 7, 2021

The Aeronautics, Engineering, and Aviation Business pathway is a groundbreaking opportunity for students interested in aviation, air traffic control, aeronautical science, engineering, physics, and military and civilian aviation. Aeronautics, the newest IBCP pathway at the Western International School of Shanghai, enables students to engage in career-related learning while still in high school. WISS is exceptionally proud to be the 4th IBCP school worldwide to offer this exciting and competitive partnership with ERAU in Aeronautics.

This exciting pathway gives students an edge on the competition by allowing them to gain practical and applicable skills in a booming field that genuinely interests them. For students in the aeronautics pathway, the sky is the limit, quite literally. The lifelong and applicable skills that students gain through this pathway will enable them to work in aeronautics, with jobs ranging from pilot to flight engineer to defense industry design, amongst many exciting options.