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Spotlight on Service- Links at QMX.mp4Experience the power of community, relationship-building, and trust as we venture into the Qimingxing Autism Center to share moments of joy and hope. This video not only captures these precious interactions but also features insights from our podcast, where the voices of our members and their experiences resonate.
by Elise
Pajama day.movCosy pyjamas, relaxing movie night, and delicious snacks, oh my! On Pyjama Day last week students swapped uniforms for comfy pyjamas and enjoyed a day learning, competing, and unwinding together.
by Kyle and Elise
Varsity HZNews.movHZ 11 unleashes the true spirit of teamwork as houses unite every Saturday for Varsity sports!
by Allison
Connections Trip - Car Factory.movHZ11 toured the GAC Trumpchi Automobile Factory in their recent Chinese Connections Trip, learning more about electric vehicle production and construction.
Edited by Kaitlyn
International Woman’s day - HZNEWS.movCelebrating International Women's Day at CISHZ! Thank you to all the incredible women in the CIS community and all around the world who strive to empower minds and shape the future.
Edited by Allison
Beyond Launch HZ11.MOVHZ11 launches into the extraordinary Beyond passion project - unveiling new adventures, experiences, and limitless possibilities in China!
Edited by Allison
Spotlight on Service- Links at the Children's Hospital.mp4Making a difference, one link at a time. Our latest chat spotlights compassion and connection at 浙江大学医学院附属儿童医院 Children’s Hospital, where HZ 11 shares stories and spreads joy each week. Ready to be inspired? Hit play and see how we’re creating bonds that heal.
By Elise
Grand Canal Connections Feb 28.movIn their recent Chinese Connections trip, HZ 11 tried their hands at traditional Chinese crafts such as 製作油紙傘、土布紡織和古法香牌等。
HZ News - CNY Celebrations.movHZ11 ended a month of Spring Festival celebrations with annual CNY-themed dorm visits and an elaborate Gala. Happy Year of the Dragon from Hangzhou!
Edited by Kaitlyn
JinLin Music festival.movService Spotlight: HZ11’s Jinlin Reading Center Links group spread smiles and made memories with local kindergarteners by participating in their Chinese New Year celebration.
Edited by Allison
HZ NEWS - WATER TOWN.mp4During 春節月, HZ11 went to 安昌古镇 to enjoy some Spring Festival traditions, sampling local foods and shopping for dorm decorations for the annual dorm competition.
Video by Ipek
HZ News - Lion Dances.movHZ11 helped primary students at our Greentown sister school kick off 春节 celebrations with lion dance performances
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Orchestra HZnews.movLast week, orchestra students from CISHK joined together with HZ11 and Greentown students for an evening of musical celebration. It was such a joy to welcome HZ alumni and future students, and participants from all schools enjoyed making music and friends together.
video by Ipek and Allison
HZ Hawks Final Pitch Day.mov15 parent “investors” visited CISHZ this week to judge a high-stakes pitch battle between 23 innovative products from HZ11 students. This year’s winners include edible coffee pods (Verdeblend) and sustainable ink (0ink). Well done to all students and a huge thanks to all of our parent judges!
HZCNYWORKSHOP.mp4HZ 11 students immersed themselves in the beauty of calligraphy, Chinese knotting, and cutting New Year couplets during the captivating Chinese culture classes!
HHE Launch.movHZ11 embarked on a journey to discover their own families’ roots as a part of modern Chinese history in the new Collaboration inquiry, “History Has Eyes.”
Winter Ball.mp4HZ11 wrapped up Term 2 with a series of celebrations, including a student-led Winter Ball, Lion Dances, and carolling. Happy holidays from Hangzhou!
Video by Allison
House Dances.movHZ11 captured the human impact of diseases like Alzheimer’s and cancer on loved ones in this week’s production of Science Alive.
Science Alive.movStudents delighted in cheering on each other’s modern dance routines on Wednesday evening, which showcased HZ11’s creativity and improved teamwork at the end of Term 2.
connections trip.movDuring last week’s Connections trip, HZ11 students experienced Hangzhou’s vibrant heritage firsthand through traditional Chinese herbal tie-dye, 定勝糕, and a live performance of 小熱昏!
Video by Charlotte and Fiona
WiB.movY10 students and faculty excitedly met with Y9 students and families at this weekend’s CISHZ open house! 他們有幸能夠通過與同學和老師們的交流更深一步地理解了這獨一無二的成長機會。
by Valerie and Katelyn
Connections Nov 15.mp4HZ11 students spent Wednesday at the Hangzhou Museum and Hangzhou’s famous walking street, Hefang Jie. By visiting both sites on the same day, students can see the evolution of Hangzhou from ancient to present in both historical and contemporary terms.
by Ipek + Katelyn
WiB.movWonder in Beijing
不到長城非好漢! HZ 11 became heroes last week during “Wonder in Beijing,” one of CISHZ’s hallmark experiential learning trips. Students climbed the Great Wall, traversed the Forbidden City, explored 798 Art District, savoured 北京烤鸭, strolled the hutongs, visited TeamLab and more. What a great way to immerse in history, art, and culture!
Ant Group HZNewsHZ 11 had the opportunity to explore Alibaba's headquarters, diving into the realm of AliPay and China's Tech-Savvy culture! What a captivating and eye-opening adventure for our Y10 students!
by Fiona and Allison
poetry cafe.mp4HZ 11 stole the spotlight while celebrating the power and beauty of poetry at last week's Poetry Cafe. Behold the captivating verses they shared, some original and some penned by world authors!
video by Valerie
Dragon Boat.movHZ11 rounded out their first term with the annual Dragon Boat races. It was a tough race day as they battled the rain, but 4th floor took the paddle in the end!
HouseRetreat3.mp4CISHZ’s 6 Houses dispersed around Hangzhou for a few days of retreat. Students loved relaxing and bonding together with their house mates, Coach Mentors, and Heads of House with various team building activities and games.
mid autumn gala.movHZ11 celebrated 中秋节 together last week with mooncakes and a gala prepared by all Chinese classes. Happy Autumn!
0923(2).movFor their first Chinese Connections experiential learning trip, HZ11 visited culturally significant locations along 西湖, had a dinner of traditional Hangzhou food, and watched the dreamlike water performance at the end of the evening.
Video by Charlotte
coffee & tea fair.movAt last Wednesday’s CISHZ Coffee & Tea Fair, Y10 students shared insights into Chinese culture that they learned through coffee and tea. From trivia to escape rooms, sports challenges, and beyond, HZ11 brewed up an unforgettable, unconventional blend of fun and learning!
Video by Fiona and Katelyn
HZ CIS 10th Aniv (final).movCISHZ celebrates 10 years! We welcomed VIP visitors from around Zhejiang, Hangzhou, and Hong Kong to celebrate our anniversary. Students performed at the celebration ceremony, gave campus tours to our guests, and enjoyed Shake Shack lunch!
Video by Briar and Charlotte
Poetry Retreat.movStudents also used China as their English classroom, expressing their feelings and perceptions through the art of poetry at 杭州植物园 and 西溪濕地. Students had the most serene experience embracing their creativity while getting inspired by nature.
Video by Katelyn & Fiona
tofu master video FW.movTofu Master 茅塘古村落
China was our Science classroom last week for the Collaboration unit, ‘Chemistry of Tofu’, as students visited 茅塘古村落 to experience the magic of traditional tofu making.
Video edited by Fiona Y10
longjing tea trip video.movIn “A Cup of 州(Zhou),” 學生們深刻了解到中國茶業的歷史和發展, here in the ‘Tea Capital of China.’ Students used 龍井村 and modern tea stores as their InSo classroom. They had a tea-rrific experience interviewing locals and tasting the history and evolution of this art.
Video edited by Valerie, Owen, and Elise
Discovery U Fair.movDiscovery U Launch
CISHZ’s Autonomy programme, a key component of the Hangzhou curriculum, kicked off on the first day of classes with the Discovery U fair. Teachers and Coach Mentors shared their ideas for interactive elective courses, and students got a chance to discuss the class options with all involved.
HZ11 Arrival.movOn their first full day in 杭州, students traversed the city “hunting” their teachers down at scenic spots all over town. S201 came in with the win, totalling 21 points and 7 teachers found!
HZ Hunt.movLast week, HZ11 students arrived to our CISHZ campus giddy and happy, excited for the year ahead.
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Wonder in Shanghai.mp4HZ10 enjoyed 3 days of “Wonder in Shanghai,” visiting historical streets, trying new bites, and spending their last week of the term with each other.
Video by Emma
HZ10 Beyond showcase.mp4From digital art to go-karts, dresses, shoes, mountaintop photo albums, documentaries, and more – HZ10 students all created something above and Beyond!
Video by Emma
Disciplines Day.mp4HZ10 used China as their Maths, English, Chinese, and PE classrooms for Disciplines Day in nearby 西溪湿地. What a fun day of experiential learning for our students!
Video by Bridget
History Has Eyes.movAs the culminating event of their Collaboration inquiry, “History Has Eyes,” HZ10 performed immersive arts scenes, sharing stories about how individuals, including members of their own families, were impacted by China’s 改革開放.
hkdbe.mp4CISHZ welcomed Dr. Christine Choi, Hong Kong’s Secretary of Education, to our school last week. Dr. Choi toured our campus and interacted with our students to find out how the Hangzhou experience impacts their growth as students and individuals. It was a delightful visit for all of us!
Final lalamian.mp4La La Mian
On their 清明节 day of rest, HZ News held a spicy noodle eating competition for the HZ10 community. Who knew spicy noodles could be so intense🌶️🍜?
Video by Emma
Final Poetry cafe video.mp4As the culmination of their recent poetry inquiry in English classes, each student in HZ10 shared an original poem with our community. Touching, or humorous, daring or inquisitive, poetry was an influential outlet for our students this spring.
Video by Emma
Final Fan dance.mp4HZ10 students are practising mindfulness and Taichi with a fan dance master during Better Being.
Video by Emma
Pie day.mp4Happy Π Day! HZ10’s 新阳光病房学校 Links group hosted a pie auction and raised more than 7000 RMB to help the hospital buy new entertainment equipment for the children. What a success!
Video by Emma
Final Moganshan video.mp4This week, our Links partner school, 莫干山学校 visited CISHZ for a day of games and fun with HZ10.
Video by Emma
Geely Car Factory Visit .mp4Equipped with hard hats and earpieces, HZ10 ventured into the depths of various Geely factories and witnessed first hand the process of assembling an electric vehicle entirely by robots!
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Alibaba Visit.mp4This week, HZ10 got to peek into the future as they explore the headquarters of renowned tech giant Alibaba, learning about the valuable contributions made to the world around them.
Video by Bridget
Final Sunday trip video.mp4CISHZ students look forward to self-directed Sunday outings each week with friends and staff members. This week, a few students took to 杭州植物園 to see and enjoy the sweet aroma of Hangzhou’s flowers in full bloom.
Video by Emma
Netball:Basketball Varsity.mp4HZ10 celebrated Saturday with a Varsity Badminton tournament! The energy in the stadium was the most exhilarating by far, big thanks to the Athletics Committee for putting this wonderful event together!
Better Being 02.24.23.mp4HZ10 practises mindfulness through a dynamic mix of Kung-Fu and TaiChi as part of their current Better Being unit.
video by Bridget
Beyond Launch.movBeyond launched this weekend at CISHZ, as students pondered how to ignite their passions to create unique projects of their own. More coming throughout this term!
video by Emma
安昌古鎮 Chinese Connections Trip.mp4HZ10 visited the ancient town of 安昌古鎮, savoring the scenic along the waterway, local shops, and traditional sweets and snacks. This trip definitely left a lasting impression on our students. Thank you, Chinese Department!
video by Bridget
Lantern festival.mp4CISHZ students and staff gathered to celebrate the end of 春节 this Sunday, with activities like making 汤圆， guessing riddles, and a special 元宵节 dinner in our canteen.
Welcome Back Hz10.movCISHZ students returned to campus this weekend to begin the second semester of HZ10. Friends and teachers happily reunited, and we welcomed 13 additional students this term!
ca0607b114ddc31130f5ca22574a1504.movHZ10 headed home for the holidays, after dancing to the end of term with their dorms. Happy holidays from all of us at CISHZ!
Hangzhou Hawks.mp4The highly competitive HZ Hawks entrepreneurship competition took flight last week! After two months of production and practice, students finally pitched their innovative products to a panel of parent judges. A huge thanks to our Hangzhou Hawk judges for their offering our students insights, expertise, and encouragement: Asel Umurzakova, Allan Finnerty, Will Chung, Dafei Chen, Patrick Zhu, Ma Xufei, Wang Lihong, and Roberto Guidetti!
video by Emma
HZ10 Winter Ball.mp4HZ10 celebrated the last week of school with a student-led winter ball, a night filled with laughter, dancing, and games that invigorated students for the holiday season.
video by Bridget
Final Snow day at CISHZ.mp4Falling temperatures brought snow to Hangzhou last week! Students loved playing in the snow with their friends and teachers. 週三，杭州下大雪了，我們的學生欣喜若狂地玩雪、堆雪人，大家在杭州度過了很愉快的一天.
Video by Emma
Chinese Connections Trip.mp4Last Wednesday’s Chinese Connections trip introduced HZ10 to beauty traditions in China. We welcomed a guest speaker from local makeup company, 花西子, to lead a workshop on Chinese makeup and entrepreneurship in the world of beauty products. Then, students headed off campus to make traditional handicrafts and enjoy a museum scavenger hunt. In the evening, they tried on 漢服!
Video by Bridget
Science Alive video.mp4HZ10 performed Science Alive last Saturday! One of our core Collaboration inquiries, in Science Alive students first analyze the scientific processes of disease, and then they apply their senses of empathy to create touching scenes about the human side of disease. 「杭州漢基10」的學生們在科學課上探討了阿爾茨海默氏症和癌症的主題，然後利用所學創作了具有人文關懷的情景短劇，並於本週六在全校進行公演！
Video by Emma
c6da8eb420fd01503ce748ecf0552070.movOur 錦麟閱讀中心 Links service learning group hosted an English corner for local children aged 3-5 last week. It was a fun cultural exchange and celebration of reading, including arts and crafts, dancing, singing, and a game of musical chairs!
4cba1dc50de2cceb73dbf6a8bf1e483c.movThis week, CISHZ welcomed Mr. Lynch and the 超山8. It was a week filled with activity and celebrations, from a special welcome assembly to House dinners and dorm outings. Thanks, Mr. Lynch, for chaperoning these students and spending time with us in Hangzhou!
Ivy Links Interaction.mp4Bench Ball! This week, HZ10 hosted a bench ball game with one of our Links community partner schools in order to strengthen our community bond. Students enjoyed meeting new friends and practicing languages together. 漢基學生們非常地享受與這些學校的互動，期待能夠在未來舉辦更多類似的活動。
Frisbee Tournament HZ News.mp4HZ10 kicked off this weekend with an intense Varsity frisbee tournament. There was fierce competition, unwavering team spirit, and unmatched energy from the crowd. Well done to all players!
Video by Bridget
Chinese Connections Trip .mp4China was HZ10’s classroom last week when they visited the Hangzhou museum (杭州博物館) to experience the special exhibit「行在山水間」, meandered 河坊街, and watched the 如夢上塘 light show at the amazing 京杭大運河。It was another fantastic Chinese Connections trip for HZ10!
Video by Emma
Halloween HZ10.movTricks or treats for HZ10! CISHZ's student-led Arts and Social Committee hosted a Halloween party this weekend, complete with games, a movie, and a hair-raising photo shoot. A spooktacular time was had by all!
HouseRv2.mp4HZ10 spent the weekend relaxing, bonding with their Housemates, and using China as their classroom for last week’s House Retreat. They all came back recharged and ready for the rest of the term.
Racev5.mp4The Great Dragon Boat Races took off this past Saturday at CISHZ! Teamwork and camaraderie were abundant as onlookers cheered on the racers. Shoutout to Qilin for taking the overall win! Who won your year’s Dragon Boat Race?
English book fair.mp4To launch the next inquiry in English classes, the CISHZ English team hosted a Dystopian Book Fair, where students got to view different titles and choose one to read in book clubs over the next few weeks. Thanks to our spectacular English teachers Ms. Rizzo and Ms. Welsh!
Video by Emma
Tofu master.mp4For the culminating event in the Collaboration inquiry, “The Chemistry of Tofu,” CISHZ brought in a local Tofu Master to make 鹽滷 traditional tofu with our students!
Video by Bridget, Bernice, and Emma
FINAL Coffee and Tea fair.mp4HZCIS buzzed with excitement at the CISHZ Coffee & Tea Culture Fair, as HZ10 showcased their learning about coffee & tea markets, culture, and traditions in modern China via interactive exhibits.
Video by HZ News Team: Emma, Brooke, Bridget, Bernice, Cassie, Sophia, Andrea
Connections Trip Grand Canal.movHZ10’s 2nd Chinese Connections Trip centered around 杭州‘s history. Students visited 大运河 , participated in a talkshow all in 杭州话 , and ate and made local food. Using China as our classroom is the best way to learn!
DiscoveryUv3.mp4Hangzhou’s Autonomy courses kicked off last weekend with the launch of Discovery U electives. Come see how HZ10 students get to explore their own interests together with their teachers!
MidAutum.mov中秋快乐！HZ10 celebrated 中秋节 this weekend with a gala, dinner, mooncakes, glow sticks and moon gazing. What a fun way to spend a holiday together with our Hangzhou family!
InsoFT9.mp4China as our InSo classroom:
HZ10 students traveled to 龙井 and the 杭州 Coffee Fair on Friday to speak to local experts about the tea and coffee markets in China for their current InSo Collaboration inquiry. Students loved getting the chance to interact with locals and learn about China in an authentic setting.
HZ10Arrival (1).mp4HZ10 arrived today on our Hangzhou campus! 欢迎大大家来到你的杭州家！
HZ10 airplane to HZ.mp4HZ10 is on the way!
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HZ9 Graduation Cerwmony.MOVFarewell HZ9!
We held an informal graduation ceremony to bid our students a safe journey back to HK, where they finished the school year with Beyond online and in-person graduation with their parents and our CISHK community.
1 Min BEYOND v2.MOVBeyond!
Beyond -- on Campus version -- really took us to the next level!
HZ9 Dragon Boat.mp4The Great Dragon Boat Race
HZCIS took to the water for their final day of sport. Cheers were heard from all sides as Houses raced each other.
History Has Eyes 2022 HZ9.movHistory Has Eyes
In Collaboration, students showcased their family histories and learning in short interactive arts productions throughout our academic building
R&J 2022.mp4Romeo & Juliet
In fair Hangzhou where we lay our scene, HZ9 students performed excerpts from Romeo and Juliet in English classes.
hz news dragonboat.m4vDragon Boat Practices
It’s Dragon Boat time at HZCIS! HZ9 is in week 2 of dragon boat practice. The big race is on May 23rd, and we’re all excited to see which House will win the paddle this year!
Video by Caelyn
Math Day 2022.movMaths Day
On Maths Day, students got to apply their classroom knowledge and creative thinking skills to solve a series of realistic questions, logic puzzles and scientific questions during the day. HZ9 students were extremely engaged, enthusiastic, and cooperative as they tackled problems throughout the day.
Geely HZ9.mp4Geely Talk
HZCIS welcomed Mr. Min WANG from Hangzhou-based Geely Automobiles to give us a special talk about electric vehicles, with a student-led Q&A at the end. Our students are lucky to be able to incorporate this authentic experience into their sustainability Collaboration inquiry, “Green is Gold.” Thank you, Geely!
HK HZ Connection Hz9.mp4HZ/HK Connection
HZ9 connected with their Y10 peers in HK through zoom to play general knowledge trivia games and enjoy some time together. They look forward to reuniting soon!
HZ Hiking Hz9.mp4HZ Hikes
In March’s Movetime (PE) classes, HZ9 headed to the hills to appreciate HZ’s natural beauty.
HZ News - Poetry Cafe3.mp4Poetry Cafe
HZCIS held our 2nd annual Poetry Cafe on Saturday as the culminating event for our English class inquiry into poetry. All of our students shared an original poem, and the whole event was live-streamed so our families in HK could join in. Video by Nicole
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Writers' Retreat HZ9.mp4Writers' Retreat
This week, China was our English classroom, as HZ9 students traveled to 杭州植物园 to gather inspiration for poetry. We all look forward to hearing a piece from each student at the Poetry Cafe later this month.
HZ9 Links March 16.mp4HZ Links
HZ9 students love connecting with the greater 杭州community in their student-led “Links” service learning groups. Service learning is at the heart of HZCIS!
Beyond Launch.mp4Beyond Begins!
It's the most wonderful time of the year at HZCIS--Beyond has begun! Our students got an introduction to the Hangzhou programme's flagship autonomous learning platform by chatting with teachers and zooming in with HZ8 students. HZ9 is alive with possibilities for each student to go Beyond!
漢基加油.m4v汉基加油
Our HZ students wanted to send a special message of encouragement, empathy, and solidarity to our HK CIS family.
Video by Nicole, Caelyn, and Caitlyn
CNY Insta HZ9.mp4HZ9 Welcomes the Year of the Tiger
Students celebrated with trip to the Watertown and performing their lion dances at a local mall. Happy Year of the Tiger to all!
Chinese Connections Jan 12.mp4Chinese Connections January Trip
Last week, HZCIS students traveled to the Grand Canal area on their 2nd Chinese Connections trip. They took the water bus, watched a performance, spoke with 杭州人 about their expectations of the upcoming Asian Games, tried traditional folk arts, and made 勝糕. Only in Hangzhou!
Science Alive - HZ9 .m4vScience Alive
Students combined their scientific understanding of disease with their empathetic and dramatic skills to derive this year’s production of Science Alive. Parents and families in HK were able to watch the show via live stream.
HZ9 HZ HAWKS.mp4HZ Hawks Pitches
HZCIS welcomed our 5 parent judges via Zoom this week to view the final pitches of our students’ original product concepts and business plans. Many thanks to Anita Ma, Lina Zhu, Alfred Ho, Anthony Lam, and Dorothy Lau for their insights and support!
Chinese Endeavour.m4vChinese Endeavor Live!
HZCIS Chinese Endeavor classes showcased their language skills in a short play festival, featuring ancient Chinese operas, foreign short films, novels, and modern sketches. Y10’s language skills have increased immensely through authentic communication practice!
STEAM Fair.mp4STEAM Fair
Slime, surgical sutures, a robot, telescope, cookies, ice cream, chocolate, electromagnetic levitation, centrifugal motion, and more—all seen at the HZCIS STEAM fair last week! Our students created and showcased phenomenal projects that made for a fun afternoon of science.
HZ New House Retreat.mp4Christmastime House Retreats
HZ9 had the unique experience to stay on campus for Christmastime. Among other activities, our students used the time to relax and bond in their House groups during a few days of mini House Retreat.
Links connections.mp4Links: HZ9 meets HZ8
Today our HZ8 Links Leaders zoomed in to chat with HZ9 about service learning through HZCIS’s Empathy to Impact inquiry and HZ Links Community Partners. We loved learning from HZ alum about how to serve and grow together
HZ connection trip 1.mp4Connections Trip
Students took a tour of Westlake and used China as their classroom for some fun Chinese lesson activities
Million Dreams.MP4A Million Dreams in Quarantine
Students were invited to do 21 Day Challenges while in quarantine and then shared them with each other when finally on campus.
HZ9 HZ Hunt.mp4HZ Hunt
As an orientation to their new city, team bonding with their new dorms, and a way to meet their new teachers in person, HZ9 students raced around Hangzhou to capture teachers in the annual Hangzhou Hunt
HZ9 Arrival on Campus & Welcome Party V2.mp4HZ9 Arrives on Campus!
Virtual learning and quarantine are over; HZ9 officially joins us here on campus!
Taskmaster 21.mp4A Week of Experiential Learning
HZ9 is out of quarantine, but not quite on campus. Here are some experiential learning activities they got to do out and about in HZ!
Final - BH Video - HZ News.mp4Goodbye Braemar Hill
HZ9 bid farewell to Braemar Hill and boarded the plane to Hangzhou. See you soon!
HZ CIS Mid Autumn Festival 2021.mp4中秋快乐！
HZCIS wishes a very happy Mid-Autumn Festival to all of our CIS community near and far
Teacher's Day (60 sec).MP4Teachers' Day
HZ9 wishes a happy Teachers' Day to all of our teachers
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open house.mp4