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Beyond Reading and Writing: How World Literacy Helps Our Students Understand the World

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Beyond Reading and Writing: How World Literacy Helps Our Students Understand the World

At DAIS, World Literacy brings Language Arts and Social Studies together through an interconnected, interdisciplinary approach to learning.

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Literacy class in elementary

Environmentalist, Researcher, Musician, Athlete: Meet David Qian, DAIS/DHS Class of 2026

From choir performances and varsity sports to scientific research and community service, David's six-year journey at DAIS was defined by finding purpose.

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David Qian, DAIS Class of 2026

Supporting Every Learner: DAIS EAL Curriculum Has Been Fully Upgraded

Since becoming a Cambridge English Demonstration School in September 2025, DAIS has continued to enhance its English as an Additional Language (EAL) curriculum.

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Literacy class in elementary

Blog | Elementary

Beyond Reading and Writing: How World Literacy Helps Our Students Understand the World

At DAIS, World Literacy brings Language Arts and Social Studies together through an interconnected, interdisciplinary approach to learning.

David Qian, DAIS Class of 2026

Environmentalist, Researcher, Musician, Athlete: Meet David Qian, DAIS/DHS Class of 2026

From choir performances and varsity sports to scientific research and community service, David's six-year journey at DAIS was defined by finding purpose.

Elementary student

Blog | Whole school

Supporting Every Learner: DAIS EAL Curriculum Has Been Fully Upgraded

Since becoming a Cambridge English Demonstration School in September 2025, DAIS has continued to enhance its English as an Additional Language (EAL) curriculum.

Elementary students in the classroom

News | Elementary

DAIS Elementary Celebrates Excellent NWEA MAP Results

Science averages were above the regional China comparison in every assessed grade, while Grade 4 performed above that comparison across all four subjects.

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Blog | Whole school

AI in Our Classrooms: Teaching and Learning in the AI Era

Discover how DAIS teachers are exploring AI in the classroom through professional development focused on future-ready learning.

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Blog | Whole school

What Is 5-Day Boarding? Current Students Can Try It with Buddy Up

Explore 5-day boarding at DAIS and see how students balance study, activities, friendships, and everyday life in the boarding community.

Thomas Sebahi DAIS Class of 2026

Building a Future in Quantum Computing: Meet Thomas Sebahi, DAIS Class of 2026

Now at McGill University in Canada, Thomas is continuing his academic journey with his sights set on quantum computing.

DAIS College Fair 2026

News | Middle school | High school

90+ Universities Joined the DAIS College Fair 2026

On September 21, we welcomed universities and educational organizations from the US, UK, Canada, Australia, Europe, and Asia.

Sara Chen, DAIS Class of 2026

Trinity College Dublin Bound: Meet Sara Chen, DAIS/DHS Class of 2026

Sara was was looking for a university that felt like the right fit rather than focusing solely on QS rankings.

Amy Sun, DAIS Class of 2026

Math Is Fun! Meet Amy Sun, DAIS/DHS Class of 2026

In addition to completing a rigorous AP course load, she took a college-level Calculus III course while still in high school.

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Blog | Elementary

Building Confident and Safe Swimmers at DAIS

Our teacher is Introducing the elementary swimming program.