Features

Melodies in Motion: Pudong Rocks and the Dance of Collaboration

cindydchen

On March 22, 2024, the Shanghai American School Pudong community was swept away by a wave of musical talent during the annual Pudong Rocks concert, a showcase hosted by the Tri-M Music Honor Society and buoyed by the support of the Tech Crew. In 2008, Pudong Rocks was born as a fundraising initiative led by the Student Council. Created in collaboration with the Theater Tech Club, its inception aimed at achieving dual objectives: raising funds for charitable causes and fostering artistic expression and entertainment. Over time, the reins of event organization transitioned from the Student Council to the Tri-M Music … Continue reading Melodies in Motion: Pudong Rocks and the Dance of Collaboration

Features

NAHS X Pudong Press: Isn’t it Lovely?

Assorted Authors

Every month, NAHS and Pudong Press come together to present a theme to members, who contribute artwork and writing based on each month’s topic. February’s theme was “Lovely”. Enjoy the works presented below. Poem by Anonymous Together we filled the hallways with laughterShe was the map that guided me through the daysI laid my bricks using the blueprint she leftEvery move I made was in hopes of her praiseNow she has left our house colourless and dimMost days we don’t speak, not a single sentencePart of me is gone, like I’ve misplaced a limbThe hallways are silent without her presence … Continue reading NAHS X Pudong Press: Isn’t it Lovely?

Opinion

Experiences at Studio Architanz, a Melting Pot of Talented Dancers

Katelyn Lu

Studio Architanz is a large ballet studio in Tokyo offering a range of classes from beginner ballet, to advanced pointe, to contemporary classes. During my short trip to Tokyo, I had the pleasure of attending a Sunday free level ballet class. I went in expecting a chill 1.5 hour class and came out too stunned to speak. Coming in around ten minutes early, I realized I was already late. Most people had already arrived and were warming up when I peeked through the window. At the same time, I was immediately impressed by the size of the classroom: it could … Continue reading Experiences at Studio Architanz, a Melting Pot of Talented Dancers

Opinion

The Shifting Landscape of SAS Rugby and the Uncertain Path Ahead

cindydchen

In a controversial development for the SAS rugby program, the past year has seen not only a shift in playing style from contact to touch rugby but also the departure of a seasoned coach, Mr. Pardy. However, Mr. Pardy has made it clear that his decision to step away from coaching isn’t directly linked to the program’s transition to touch rugby. Mr. Pardy clarified his stance, stating, “It’s not a touch thing.” He shares, “You got to buy in that on the surface rugby’s changed, but it’s still the game. And a true lover of playing isn’t going to complain … Continue reading The Shifting Landscape of SAS Rugby and the Uncertain Path Ahead

Features

NAHS X Pudong Press: A Thing Anew

Assorted Authors

Every month, NAHS and Pudong Press come together to present a theme to members, who contribute artwork and writing based on each month’s topic. January’s theme was “Anew”. Enjoy the works presented below. Creative Prose A Thing Anew by Ethan Jiang ’26: Anew, meaning in a new or different and typically more positive way. But ignore its rigid, literary, and insipid meaning. What does the word really mean to you and me? The season begins anew, with autumn exhaling the cool but still subtly warm air from its lungs and inhaling the new winter winds within its incorporeal nose. The … Continue reading NAHS X Pudong Press: A Thing Anew

News

Inno 10 Tackles Global Challenges

Sophia Lin

On October 25, Innovation Institute 10 showcased their semester of learning and exploration to a diverse student body and faculty. Three teams, fueled by a shared passion for understanding and addressing pressing global issues, took the stage to enlighten and inspire. The first team delved into the urgent issue of habitat destruction and biodiversity loss. Their presentation painted a vivid picture of the delicate ecosystems at risk, urging us to confront the consequences of our actions on the planet. In their presentation, they not only shed light on the alarming statistics but also talked about the innovative solutions currently being … Continue reading Inno 10 Tackles Global Challenges

Opinion

What is happening to Interest Groups?

Felix Ng

Interest groups here at SAS are the passion projects of the students. They are an opportunity for us to show our potential in leadership and contributions to the community. However, when the new club system discriminates against these groups and directly hinders their opportunity to gain members by barring them from the club fair, how can these students accomplish their goals? The Birth of Interest Groups Interest groups were introduced to SAS because of an overabundance of clubs. The club fair was getting more and more crowded every year. According to the teachers at the time, they were taking up … Continue reading What is happening to Interest Groups?

Opinion

Throwback! Legally Blonde Drama

Tiger Wang

The hottest new musical, Legally Blonde, has screened here at Shanghai American School on December 6th and 7th and it must have some spicy spicy tea for us to sip on.  As many may know, the actors did a brilliant job at displaying their skills and their vocal chops, but did you know there might be some behind-the-scenes work being done? The main cast did a phenomenal job of bringing Elle, Emmett, Warner, Vivian, Paulette, and Professor Callahan to life. And undeniably I cannot see anyone else but Cas as the hot, sexy, Irishman. But some rumors have been floating … Continue reading Throwback! Legally Blonde Drama