University info sessions + High School volleyball

We’re excited to welcome representatives from Wheaton College to our school on Thursday, October 16. Interested students are invited to attend and learn more about the school, its programs and requirements for admissions.

Date: Thursday, October 16
Time: 12:15-13:00
Location: Student Council room

Wheaton College is a private liberal arts college located in Wheaton, Illinois. Established in 1860, it offers more than 40 undergraduate degrees in the liberal arts and sciences, and 18 graduate degrees.

We’re thrilled to host this year’s LifePlus High School Volleyball Tournament right here on campus from October 16–18! Come cheer on our girls and boys teams as they compete against Chengdu, Qingdao, Tianjin and Yantai. Go Buffaloes!

Livestream
Unable to attend in person? You can watch all the boys' games and girls' games online!

Tournament schedules
Thursday schedule
Friday schedule

Boston University will host an online information session for our school community. This event is open to Secondary students and parents across all grade levels. An admissions representative will present details on application requirements, academic programs, and will be available for questions.

To reserve a spot, please contact Linda Liu at linda.liu@wyischina.com.

Date: Tuesday, October 28
Time: 8-9 AM
Location: Buffalo Room in PAB

Boston University (BU) is a prestigious private university located in Boston, Massachusetts. It offers over 300 academic programs across 21 schools and colleges. Boston University is ranked #42 among universities in the US according to the US News and World Report.

Our fall Student-Led Conferences (SLCs) will be held on Thursday, October 30 from 13:00-17:00, and Friday, October 31 from 9:00–17:00.

SLCs are a powerful opportunity for students to take ownership of their learning by presenting their academic progress, goals, and reflections directly to their parents. Rather than traditional Parent-Teacher Conferences, SLCs place students at the center. For parents, it's a meaningful way to gain insight into their child’s growth and celebrate achievements in partnership with both the student and school.

Important Information:

• SLCs will take place over one and a half days.
• Each conference will last 25 minutes.
• ECC conferences will be conducted as home visits, with specific arrangements communicated directly by the homeroom teachers.
• Elementary parents should schedule a meeting with the homeroom teacher through PowerSchool.
• Secondary parents should only schedule a meeting with the advisory teacher through PowerSchool.

Registration for Student-Led Conferences open at 17:00 on Wednesday, October 22 and close at 22:00 on Monday, October 27. Parents need to log in to PowerSchool to sign up for appointments.

Instructions on how to register for an appointment in PowerSchool can be viewed here.

Notes:

• Secondary students are required to meet with their advisory teacher. Failure to attend the conference will be considered an absence.
• On the day of SLCs, Secondary parents and students who wish to meet with a subject teacher may check the teacher’s schedule (posted outside their classroom) and choose an available time. Each subject teacher meeting will last for 15 minutes.
• If you have any questions, please email our main office at wyisoffice@wyischina.com.

We are excited to offer two parent workshops on the morning of Thursday, October 30. These workshops are a fantastic opportunity for parents to engage and learn from LifePlus staff. Please join us for one - or both - sessions while you wait for your child to be dismissed!

#1) Raising tomorrow’s leaders: how parents can empower their children's leadership journey
Join us for an engaging workshop to help parents nurture confidence, responsibility and leadership skills in their children. Together, we’ll explore practical strategies that prepare kids to lead with character in school and beyond.

Time: 8:30-9:45
Presenter: Dr. Chris Rehm
Location: Buffalo Room in PAB
Language: English with Chinese translation

#2) Bridging cultures: strengthening communication between home and school
In our diverse school community, communication can sometimes be shaped by different cultural expectations, languages and experiences. This workshop explores how cross-cultural differences impact the ways families and the school share information, express concerns, and build partnerships. Together, we’ll discuss common challenges, uncover strategies for clearer and more inclusive communication, and learn how to better support one another in helping every child thrive.

Time: 10:00-11:15
Presenter: Scott Shaw, Paul deMena + Lida Penn
Location: Buffalo Room in PAB
Language: English with Chinese translation

Lost an item? Check the Lost and Found at the entrance of the cafeteria! Any items left by the end of day on Friday, October 17 will be discarded.