October 17, 2025

October 2025

Nathan Yam (10G3)

Nathan Yam has received a Very High Commendation in the Economics category of the John Locke Institute’s 2025 Global Essay Prize. This prestigious competition, judged by distinguished academics from Oxford, Princeton, and other leading universities, represents the highest level of academic excellence in student essay writing globally.

His achievement places him among the top eight economics entrants worldwide, the highest honor attainable after the top three prizes, selected from a pool of over 63,000 students.

Chloe Tong (12G4)

Congratulations to Chloe Tong, who has been recognized with a Letter of Commendation for her exceptional performance on the 2024 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT).

This achievement distinguishes her as one of the top 50,000 students in the nation, placing her among a prestigious group of 34,000 Commended Students celebrated for their academic promise.

Shanice Ngan (Grade 3D)

Congratulations to Shanice Ngan (3D) on her outstanding recent achievements in piano! She excelled in two major international competitions, earning the following awards:

1) International Fringe Music Festival and Competition

1st Prize - Exam Class, Grade 5
2nd Prize - Children Class I

2) HKMFY Asia Pacific Outstanding Youth Piano Competition

2nd Prize - Children Intermediate Class

Nicole Tang (10G1)

We are thrilled to announce a magnificent achievement by Nicole Tang of class 10G1. Competing in the prestigious Ligue Île-de-France (LIFE) tournament in Saint-Gratien, Nicole demonstrated exceptional skill and poise to claim the championship title in the Women's Epee event for the Under-17 category.

This outstanding victory is a testament to her dedication, rigorous training, and Warriors' spirit.

Charlotte McFarland (12G1), Max Sun (9G4), Jacey Tsoi (9G3), Quinn Lo (9G5), Abby Lee (9G2) and Jazlyn Mok(9G2)

Six students from ICS participated in the Association for Music in International Schools (AMIS) Honor Jazz Band and Jazz Skills Workshop hosted by American School Hong Kong in Tai Po on October 2 - October 4. AMIS is a UK registered charity organization with over 100 member schools around the world. The Jazz Festival has been running for over 10 years - often hosted in Europe. This marks the first time this festival has taken place in Hong Kong. Twenty-two schools were represented in the event - some coming from as far away as London, England.

Charlotte McFarland, grade 12, played trombone in the Honor Jazz Big Band. She was selected as a member of the Big Band by audition - winning a place in the ensemble last May.

Grade 9 students Jazlyn Mok (trumpet), Quinn Lo (flute), Max Sun (drums), Abby Lee (clarinet), and Jacey Tsoi (piano) took part in the Jazz Skills Workshop. ICS was given space for five students to participate in this learning experience. These students were selected by Dr. Taylor on the basis of interest and skill on their chosen instrument.

In addition to the excellent performances on the final day of the festival and workshop, the students had many opportunities to learn about jazz improvisation from outstanding educators and to connect with young musicians who share their passion for jazz. When you see these students, please congratulate them on a great performance and excellent learning experience!