International School of Qingdao

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Soccer tournament wins, Donuts with Dads and Literacy week kickoff

April 20, 2026

Greetings and peace to you all. I hope this newsletter happily informs and shares relevant updates of our school. Being the original and longest standing international school in Qingdao, China (established in 1996), we are proud of our strong tradition in providing world-class, American education within an English environment, that holistically raises up servant leaders in every vocation. Be a part of our community that loves, learns and leads!

Gabe Lee

Head of School

High school LifePlus soccer tournament success in Wuhan
Our high school Dolphins delivered outstanding performances at the LifePlus soccer tournament in Wuhan! The boys’ team claimed 1st place and the Sportsmanship Award, while the girls’ team earned 3rd place. A huge thank you to everyone who supported our team and cheered on the Dolphins last Friday evening!

ECC and Elementary Donuts with Dads
Mark your calendars for ECC and Elementary Donuts with Dads taking place, April 24, this Friday afternoon!

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Literacy Week Kicks Off with “Buffet on Legs” Theme
We’ve kicked off Literacy Week with a fun and creative start! Under the theme “Buffet on Legs,” students dressed as their favorite foods from pizzas to cupcakes, showcasing delightful and creative costumes. It was a joyful celebration of creativity, community building, and making learning more exciting.

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Recognized for excellence

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International School of Qingdao is accredited by Cognia, the largest education improvement organization in the world—demonstrating our commitment to learners, teachers, leaders and communities.