2023年滑铁卢数学竞赛全球共2万多名学生同台竞技。最终广州斐特思九年级和十年级共9名学子冲进全球Top 25%，获得最高奖项——“卓越奖”，其中九年级文同学和十年级张同学分别获团队第一名。此外，十年级团队在竞赛中斩获团队总分排名全球第六的佳绩！

A total of nine students from grades 9 and 10 at FCG made it into the top 25% globally and were awarded the highest prize, the "Distinction Award." San Wen from grade 9 and Jane Zhang from grade 10 were ranked first among them. In addition, the grade 10 team achieved an outstanding result, ranking sixth in the world in the team total score.

广州斐特思学子奋发进取，在全球众多优秀学子中脱颖而出，斩获英国物理奥林匹克竞赛BPhO（British Physics Olympiad）举办的挑战赛初级银奖、中级银奖和初级铜奖等6个全球奖项。

Students from Fettes College Guangzhou（FCG）worked hard. They stood out among many outstanding students worldwide, winning six global awards at the BPhO Challenge, including the Junior Silver Award, Intermediate Silver Award and Junior Bronze Award.

广州斐特思与剑桥视觉表演艺术学院 CSVPA达成深度战略合作伙伴关系，利用 CSVPA的艺术专业知识和本校超一流的艺术设施，打造大湾区专业艺术书院。除共享 CSVPA的优秀师资、专业艺术课程外，双方还将定期举办专家论坛、师生交流、艺术工作坊、行业研讨会等。

FCG will establish a deep strategic partnership with the Cambridge School of Visual & Performing Arts (CSVPA) to create a professional Art Academy in the Greater Bay Area, utilising CSVPA's artistic expertise and FCG's excellent art facilities. In addition to sharing CSVPA's wonderful team of staff and professional art courses, the two sides will regularly hold expert forums, teacher-student exchanges, art workshops, industry seminars, etc.

在小学部三年级的人工智能课中，我们一同探索了“智慧种植”。我们围绕重要概念“变化”，对人工智能技术应用在种植领域带来的改变进行探讨。我们带领同学们到斐特思的菜园子，观察菜地里不同作物的生长状况和土壤湿度。三年级的同学通过探测土壤湿度的实验，一起认识了这些设备：Arduino主板、数码管、LED小灯和土壤湿度计。

In the Grade 3 Artificial Intelligence class in primary school, we explored "smart farming" together. Our class embarked on an academic investigation of smart farming, with a focus on the key concept of “change” and an exploration of the ways in which AI technology is transforming the agricultural industry. We took the students to the FCG vegetable field to delve into the growth status of different crops and the soil humidity. Through a scientific experiment designed to measure soil moisture levels, the Grade 3 students learned about these devices: Arduino board, digital display, LED light, and soil moisture meter.

在“共享地球”超学科主题探究中，围绕着资源共享的探究线索，通过探索不同国家的资源和特产，孩子们了解了不同国家的文化特点与文化的多样性。孩子们通过绘本故事了解非洲文化。非洲不仅有丰富的水果资源，还有许多草原动物，如：斑马、狮子、鸵鸟等等。

In the transdisciplinary exploration of “Sharing the Planet”, children focused on the exploration of resource sharing. They learnt about the cultural characteristics and diversity of different countries by exploring the resources and specialities. Children learnt about African culture through storybooks. Students not only learned that Africa has rich fruit resources, but also learned that many grassland animals like zebras, lions, ostriches, and so on. 

我校举办了一场由芝加哥大学国际招生主任Michelle Trimpe 女士主讲的升学研讨会。本次研讨会为学生和家长们讲解了芝加哥大学和其他美国顶尖大学的申请流程和要求，活动取得了圆满成功。

Fettes College Guangzhou held a workshop delivered by Ms Michelle Trimpe, Director of International Admissions at the University of Chicago. The workshop was organised to provide insights and tips on the admission process and requirements for the University of Chicago and other American universities in general. 

4月12日上午，小学部二到五年级的学生们迎着朝阳，来到了广东科学中心。在本次研学活动中，他们根据探究课或学科的探究主题，参观了“人与健康”、“飞天之梦”、“实验与发现”、“数字乐园”、“交通世界”、“低碳与新能源汽车科普体验馆”等展馆。同学们通过认真观察、亲身体验、动手操作，不仅加深了对探究主题的理解，还接受了科学精神的熏陶。

In the morning of April 12, Grade 2 to Grade 5 students came to Guangdong Science Centre. On this field trip, according to the inquiry theme of UOI or subject class, they visited exhibitions including "Human and Health", "Space Dreams", "Experiments and Discovery", "Digital Park", "Transportation World", "Low-carbon Lifestyle and New Energy Vehicle" etc. Through careful observation, personal experience and hands-on operation, our students not only deepened their understanding of inquiry themes but were also infused with the spirit of science.

小学UOI探究课程具有趣味性和相关性。本学期，一年级第一个探究单元的主题是“共享地球”。在这个探究主题下，孩子们把教室搬到了大自然。4月13日，一年级的学生们来到了酷农狮城自然教育基地。本次外出研学活动帮助学生们加深了对单元主题“人和自然的紧密关系和互动有助于人类发展和进步”的理解，也提升了学生的研究技能、思考技能和沟通技能。

The Primary School Unit of Inquiry lesson is both interesting and relevant. This semester, the first UOI unit for Grade One is "Sharing the Planet". Under this theme, the students moved outside of their classroom and into nature. On April 13th, the first-grade students visited the Cool Farm Lion City Nature Education Base. This field trip helped the students deepen their understanding of the unit’s central idea, "The close relationship and interaction between humans and nature contribute to human development and progress," and enhanced their research skills, thinking skills, and communication skills.

4月寄宿部举行了三月份生日庆祝会，这是一个受到所有人喜爱的寄宿活动。这个庆祝会的活动丰富多彩，包括益智游戏、音乐和美食等，为小学和初高中寄宿生们创造了一个活跃的氛围。寄宿生们可以利用这个机会发展社交技能，同时增强不同年级之间的相互联系，这是寄宿生活的一个重要方面。生日庆祝活动有助于学生们培养社区集体意识，也让学生们在完成学习任务之余可以放松身心。

We recently celebrated the month of March birthdays with the Primary and Secondary boarders, and it was a fantastic event that was enjoyed by all. The evening was filled with fun activities, including games, music, and food, which created a lively atmosphere for the students. The students had a chance to socialise and bond with each other, which is an essential aspect of boarding life. The birthday celebration was a great way to foster a sense of community within the boarding house and gave the students a chance to take a break from their academic responsibilities.

4月初中寄宿部的女生们参加了一堂有趣的生活技能课，学习了刺绣技巧。在这门课程中，女生们有机会学习新的技能，同时也可以发挥自己的创造力，制作出自己喜欢的刺绣作品。在刺绣课上，老师向女生们讲解了不同的刺绣技巧，包括基础的缝合、针法和线的选择。女生们还学习了如何在不同的织物如棉布、丝绸和麻布等上进行刺绣。在这个过程中，女生们表现出了极大的热情和兴趣。她们认真地学习和练习，并且在自己的作品中展示了出色的创意和技巧。

The middle school girls in boarding participated in a life skills class and learned embroidery techniques. In this class, the girls had the opportunity to learn new skills and unleash their creativity by making their own embroidery works. During the embroidery class, the teacher explained different techniques, including basic stitching, needlework, and thread selection. The girls also learned how to embroider different fabrics, such as cotton, silk, and linen. The girls showed great enthusiasm and interest throughout the process. They learned and practised seriously and displayed excellent creativity and skills in their work.

全宿生们在老师的带领下外出学习射箭。在教练的指导下，学生们掌握了射箭的基本技巧，并进行了实践。这项活动不仅让学生们体验了户外运动的乐趣，还有助于他们提升自信心和自我控制能力。本周末的活动得到了全宿生们的广泛参与和赞赏。

All students went out with teachers to learn archery. Under the guidance of the coach, students mastered the basic techniques of archery and put them into practice. This activity not only allowed students to experience the fun of outdoor sports but also helped them develop their self-confidence and self-control. The weekend's activities were widely appreciated and participated in by all full boarders.

4月举办烧烤活动，此次活动是东西方饮食元素的完美结合，学生们自己动手烹饪了美味的南非美食和中国美食。烹饪和享用美食的热情颇具感染力，所有年龄段的学生都乐享其中，这真是太棒了！

It was truly a West meets East affair, with a tantalizing mix of South African and Chinese food being cooked up by the students themselves! The passion for cooking and eating was infectious, and it was amazing to see students of all ages getting involved.

4月，首届国际教育学校游泳邀请大赛在广州斐特思圆满落幕！来自10个国际学校近200名游泳爱好者参加了本次比赛。

In April, FCG hosted their first Swimming Meet! Nearly 200 swimming enthusiasts from 10 schools participated in the competition.

为培养具有国际化审美能力和创造力的学子，广州斐特思将“艺术教育”作为全人教育的重要组成部分。4月22日下午，斐特思国际艺术节在校园内隆重举行，一系列精彩纷呈、形式多样的艺术表演为师生和家长们献上了一场视听盛宴。

FCG has made "Art Education" an important part of holistic education to cultivate students with international aesthetic abilities and creativity. On the afternoon of 22 April, the FCG International Arts Festival was held on campus with exciting and diverse art performances, providing students, teachers and parents with a visual and auditory feast.