根在中国，花开世界｜世外小学国际部2026年国庆庆祝活动
9月30日，世外小学国际部以“根在中国，花开世界”为主题，开展了一场融集会、故事、艺术与家国情怀于一体的庆祝国庆活动。从教室走廊到二楼秀空间画廊，校园处处洋溢着浓浓的中国红。
氛围先行：每一面墙都会说话
活动前夕，家委会与各班师生协同布置教室走廊。一年级Cian爸爸设计布置的SHOW SPACE空间尤为亮眼——学校征集“最美中国”学生摄影作品21幅，语文组在课堂上组织每个年级当堂创作书法作品，与摄影作品一同展出。山河、古建、美食、人文，学生用镜头与笔墨，写下对祖国的深情。
集会时刻：在国旗下回望与出发
小国旗在体育馆里挥动起来的那一刻，学生们的心被点燃了。短视频《中华文明》把五千年的长卷轻轻铺开,文明长河源远流长，那是刻在骨子里的温良与坚韧。
学生才艺展示把气氛推向了另一个高峰。芭蕾的足尖轻轻一点，像白鸽落在东方庭院；古筝的弦一拨，琵琶的轮指一响，空气里仿佛有了风的形状；古典舞收放之间，文化的传承就这样在少年身上活了起来。台下掌声不断，有孩子忍不住跟着节奏轻轻晃动身体。
随后，“班级小当家CEO”授标仪式与九月集体生日会温暖穿插。
最后，家长三句半《神话里的中国》把气氛彻底点燃。锣鼓一敲，孩子们先是一愣，然后笑成一片，跟着节奏拍手叫好。爸爸妈妈们用最接地气的形式，讲最古老的中国故事，送最真诚的祝福——这就是中国式的浪漫。
故事妈妈：在故事里遇见中国
集会结束后，各班故事妈妈进班开讲。从《鲤鱼跳龙门》到《餐桌上的中国》，从《景阳冈打虎》到《敦煌灵犬》，故事妈妈们经过集体备课、设计任务单、制作媒体、反复练稿，最终为孩子们讲述中华文明。仓颉造字、孙悟空三打白骨精……故事里有精神，聆听中寻根脉。
安全护航：假期前的温暖叮嘱
活动前，班主任老师在班会课上进行了国庆假期安全指导与教育，将关爱延伸到课堂之外。
根在中国，花开世界。我们在国旗下回望历史，在故事里种下自信。愿同学们心怀天下，奋发图强，成为有根、有梦、有担当的新时代少年！
撰文：严知愔
翻译：Vanessa
摄影：周锡雷
视频：唐 烨
Rooted in China, Embracing the World
WFLPS ID 2026 National Day Celebration
On September 30, the International Division of WFLPS held a National Day celebration under the theme “Rooted in China, Embracing the World.” Bringing together an assembly, stories, art and a strong sense of connection to our country and culture, the celebration filled the campus with the vibrant colours of China. From the classroom corridors to the second-floor gallery, a festive atmosphere could be felt throughout the school.
Setting the Scene: Every Wall Tells a Story
Before the celebration began, our Parent Committee worked together with teachers and students to decorate the classroom corridors and create a warm and festive atmosphere across the campus.
The Show Space gallery was designed and arranged by Cian’s father from Year 1. The school collected 21 student photographs showing off “The Beauty of China.” The Chinese Language Department also organised each year level to create calligraphy works during class, which were displayed alongside the photographs.
Mountains and rivers, ancient architecture, food and culture — through their camera lenses and calligraphy brushes, students captured their deep affection for China.
Assembly: Looking Back and Moving Forward Under the National Flag
As small national flags waved throughout the gymnasium, the students’ excitement filled the room. The short video “Chinese Civilization” gently unfolded a sweeping journey through 5,000 years of Chinese history. Across the long course of Chinese civilisation, generations have carried forward a spirit of gentleness and resilience — qualities deeply woven into the Chinese character.
The student performances then brought Chinese culture to life. Ballet, guzheng, pipa and classical dance filled the stage with grace and energy. Through the students’ performances, traditional arts became something living and vibrant. The audience responded with warm applause, and some students could not help but sway along with the music.
The celebration also included the CEO ceremony, recognising our student leaders, followed by a birthday celebration for our September birthday students.
Finally, the parents’ sanhuban performance, “China in Mythology,” brought the celebration to a lively close. As the gongs and drums began, the children joined in with laughter and clapping, cheering along with the rhythm. In this lively performance, parents shared some of China’s oldest stories and offered their most heartfelt wishes for the children. It was a wonderful celebration of Chinese culture, community and connection.
Story Moms: Meeting China Through Stories
After the assembly, our Story Moms came into the classrooms and.brought Chinese stories to life.
From “The Carp Leaping Over the Dragon Gate” and “China at the Dining Table” to “Wu Song Fights the Tiger”and “The Dunhuang Spirit Dog,” each story offered a different window into Chinese culture.
Behind each storytelling sessions was careful preparation. The Story Moms worked together to plan their lessons, design learning tasks, prepare multimedia resources and rehearse their storytelling performances. They brought stories of Cangjie creating Chinese characters, Sun Wukong’s three battles with the White Bone Demon and many other moments from Chinese culture to life for the children.
There was spirit in these stories, and through listening, the children connected with their cultural roots.
Safety First: Reminders Before the Holiday
As the National Day holiday approached, homeroom teachers used class meetings to give students important reminders about holiday safety. From travel and traffic safety to everyday routines, these reminders helped students prepare for a safe and happy holiday.
Rooted in China, Embracing the World
Under the national flag, we looked back at history. Through stories, art and shared experiences, we planted seeds of confidence and connection.
Rooted in China, Embracing the World.
May our students carry their roots with them as they embrace the world, pursue their dreams and grow into young who are rooted, purposeful and ready to take responsibility.
