GUANGZHOU, China, Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- AISG officially opened its Science Park campus, which was designed with a clear "Vision for Learning". This vision aimed to create a world-class learning environment that supports student-centered learning for a variety of learning styles. The campus offers student choice on how, when, and where they learn, facilitating deeper learning that can happen in a variety of learning spaces. Thus, the theme for the Grand Opening event on August 30, 2023 was "A Vision for Learning-Realized".
The Grand Opening event was attended by government officials, consul generals, strategic partners, media, caregivers, faculty, staff, students, and distinguished guests. The event included speeches by the Director, Mr. Kevin Baker, the U.S. Consul General Lisa K. Heller and Deputy Head of Guangzhou Education Bureau, Mr. Chen Minsheng, and a full agenda featuring student performances, ceremonies, celebrations, activities, and more. The entire event highlighted the importance of education that empowers learners and the pivotal role AISG plays in providing a world-class education to students in Guangzhou.
Over 38,000m2 of space was renovated, which included the construction of buildings, landscaping, and repurposed outdoor space. The Science Park campus now features the Central Plaza as the main entrance, along with the Elementary Building, Secondary Building, Performing Arts Center, and Athletic Center. The renovated campus showcases an increase in key spaces, including a 167% increase in learning space, a 199% increase in recreational space, and a 23% increase in outdoor space.
The campus has several unique features. The academic buildings offer world-class learning environments with an open-concept design that includes over 85 modern classrooms with glass walls and doors, as well as flexible furniture and accessories. The Performing Arts Center features a state-of-the-art 499-seat theater with a professional sound and lighting system, black box, music classrooms, and practice rooms. The Athletic Center includes a natural grass soccer pitch, an indoor 25-meter swimming pool, two gymnasiums with three full-sized courts, a fitness room, a dance studio, an external climbing wall, an indoor running track, two rooftop spaces, and a full educational suite for instruction.
AISG's Science Park campus is a state-of-the-art facility that is unparalleled to any other school in southern China. As Guangzhou focuses on promoting itself as a city with talent, technology, and education, AISG stands out as an essential part of the city's educational landscape. With its exceptional faculty and staff, outstanding facilities, and transformative learning experiences, AISG attracts foreign talent and serves the community by providing outstanding international education to families seeking exceptional education for their children in Guangzhou.
AISG School Director, Mr. Kevin Baker, says, "When AISG embarked on our ambitious Master Facilities Plan, we envisioned a one-of-a-kind facility built to support the learning outcomes we desire our students to achieve. We boldly sought to create a modern and flexible building to prepare our students for the future, to provide a home for inspirational learning that will transform student lives, now and into the future. The results of this project have exceeded our expectations! Providing inspiring, dynamic, connected, innovative learning experiences has been the hallmark of an AISG education since 1981. This new facility will only enhance and accelerate this impact for all learners, and it solidifies AISG premier position in international education in Guangzhou and beyond."
The completion of Science Park's Master Facility Plan demonstrates AISG's dedication to providing innovative learning spaces and supporting students to reach their full potential. More importantly, this realization is not the end of AISG's pursuit of its Vision for Learning, but rather a continuation as it strives to set the standard in creating unique, transformative learning journeys that will forge a globally connected community.
ABOUT AISG:
The American International School of Guangzhou (AISG) is an exceptional independent, non-profit, and co-educational day school for foreign children from pre-kindergarten to grade 12. AISG is located in Guangzhou, China, with a campus in Ersha, Yuexiu District, and another campus in Science Park, Huangpu District. Founded in 1981, it is the oldest international school in South China with close to 1,100 students representing over 40 nationalities. It offers the highly acclaimed International Baccalaureate program at all grade levels, is accredited by WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges) and is one of the first schools in southern China to be approved by the Ministry of Education. The school has become a hub for the most accomplished and experienced international education talents, with 120 foreign teachers and administration, 75% of whom hold a master's or doctoral degree, and 71% have 11 or more years of teaching experience.
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