https://www.scmp.com/rss/328267/feed Stamford American School – Hong Kong is a world-class international school offering a rigorous standards-based and inquiry-driven education for children ages 5 to 18 years old. Stamford prepares children for a world of possibilities by using a data-driven personalized learning approach, offering a unique STEMinn (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math & Innovation) Program and 3 graduating paths including the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Stamford’s vision is for every child to... en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com [Sponsored Article] Stamford American School offers a broad and balanced curriculum which also focuses on innovative projects, as well as nurturing the whole child; this includes instilling a life-long love of learning, a journey that begins for many by falling in love with books. To start off the year with a focus on literacy Stamford teachers, students, and parents enjoyed an inspiring visit from returning guest Vincent Ventura, Director of LitLife International.  Vincent was invited to... https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/hong-kong/topics/beyond-classroom/article/2165812/bringing-joy-classroom-visit?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/hong-kong/topics/beyond-classroom/article/2165812/bringing-joy-classroom-visit?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 28 Sep 2018 03:15:30 +0000 [Sponsored Article] In today’s age of start-ups, entrepreneurship and innovation skills are more important than ever. They even increase students’ chances of entering elite universities. The Spike Lab, set up in 2016 in New York by two Americans, has helped students enter top institutions by bringing into fruition their self-initiated projects, including publishing a book crowdsourced from high school writers from around the world, creating data visualizations to help small nonprofits become... https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/hong-kong/topics/beyond-classroom/article/2160107/cultivating-entrepreneurial-mindset?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/hong-kong/topics/beyond-classroom/article/2160107/cultivating-entrepreneurial-mindset?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 21 Aug 2018 02:30:45 +0000 [Sponsored Article] In his sprawling workshop in Tsuen Wan, Cesar Jung-Harada and students from various schools put their heads together for diverse projects. From metal, woodwork to 3D printing, Cesar’s team could be making something the size of cars, or as intricate as airplane parts. The French-Japanese inventor, environmentalist, and entrepreneur is among the inspiring figures recruited by Stamford American School for its Global Mentor program,  which exposes students to the thoughts and... https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/hong-kong/topics/beyond-classroom/article/2160110/combining-knowledge-and-skills?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/hong-kong/topics/beyond-classroom/article/2160110/combining-knowledge-and-skills?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 21 Aug 2018 02:30:45 +0000 [Sponsored Article] Veteran international educator Neil Walton, the Upper School principal of Stamford American School, has clear targets in mind as he oversees the development of the secondary school in the years ahead. By September, the Ho Man Tin-based school will have its first Grade 8 classes, with higher grades to be added every year from then on, up to Grades 11 and 12, for which the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma programme will be offered. Based on his years of experience,... https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/hong-kong/topics/beyond-classroom/article/2160122/clear-path-ahead-growing-school?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/hong-kong/topics/beyond-classroom/article/2160122/clear-path-ahead-growing-school?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 21 Aug 2018 02:30:30 +0000 [Sponsored Article] Set up only a year ago, Stamford American School is on the radar of many parents in Hong Kong due to its renowned sister campus in Singapore. But its experienced faculty has worked hard to ensure that Stamford Hong Kong stands on its own reputation. What stands out to many is its caring, fully-engaged atmosphere. As a new school, Stamford Hong Kong was set on building a caring community and seizing the opportunity that starting something from scratch provides. To gauge if the... https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/hong-kong/topics/beyond-classroom/article/2160116/positive-energy-abounds?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/hong-kong/topics/beyond-classroom/article/2160116/positive-energy-abounds?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 21 Aug 2018 02:30:00 +0000 [Sponsored article] Offering a world-class international education for children aged five to 13 and ultimately up to 18 years old, Stamford American School – Hong Kong is committed to ensuring that every student is able to achieve more than they believe they can, both academically and as global citizens. Opened in September 2017, and located centrally in Ho Man Tin, Kowloon, Stamford American School Hong Kong is one of 70 schools operated by the Cognita family of schools, a world leading... https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/hong-kong/topics/stamford-american-school-hk/article/2147442/nurturing-global-mindset?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/hong-kong/topics/stamford-american-school-hk/article/2147442/nurturing-global-mindset?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 25 May 2018 08:30:45 +0000 [Sponsored Article] Stamford American School’s forward thinking Global Mentor Programme has welcomed a number of inspirational industry and thought leaders since arriving on the Hong Kong education scene. Having opened their doors in September 2017, they have keenly applied the Stamford spirit of creating a caring community within the school and linking up with the neighbouring public by organising open events as part of the school’s ethos. They will continue to host a variety of seminars,... https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/hong-kong/topics/stamford-learn-pros-global-mentors/article/2137494/inspiring?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/hong-kong/topics/stamford-learn-pros-global-mentors/article/2137494/inspiring?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 16 Mar 2018 09:00:45 +0000 [Sponsored Article] The Volvo Ocean Race’s recent visit to Hong Kong presented the perfect opportunity to combine innovation with real life experiences and Stamford American School did just that as part of their STEMinn program (science, technology, engineering, math and innovation) which focuses on fully integrating STEMinn into the curriculum by fostering innovative thinking but also moving beyond theory into production. To do this Stamford partnered with MakerBay for an exciting boat building... https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/hong-kong/topics/stamford-learn-pros-global-mentors/article/2135426/stamford-american?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/hong-kong/topics/stamford-learn-pros-global-mentors/article/2135426/stamford-american?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 06 Mar 2018 07:30:45 +0000 [Sponsored Article] A forward-looking global mentorship program is a key feature at Stamford American School Hong Kong, which started classes at its Ho Man Tin campus in September. The aim is to give students new insights and interests by teaming up with thought leaders and speakers who are experts in diverse fields, including science, sports, music, and the performing arts. These Global Mentors aim to inspire students to achieve more than they believe they can, which is the school’s vision. The... https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/hong-kong/topics/stamford-american-school-hong-kong/article/2123759/stamford-american?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/hong-kong/topics/stamford-american-school-hong-kong/article/2123759/stamford-american?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 12 Dec 2017 01:00:00 +0000 [Sponsored article] The grace and athleticism of ballet dancers is admired the world over, and the joy this art form brings, along with the level of discipline it requires, make it one of the most popular out-of-school activities with children and their parents.   The Stamford American School Hong Kong welcomes students for the first time next month, and from October it will offer ballet classes as one of its many co-curricular activities. These dance classes will be conducted by the Russian... https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/hong-kong/topics/education-post/article/2113338/international-ballet-stars-lead?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/hong-kong/topics/education-post/article/2113338/international-ballet-stars-lead?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 29 Sep 2017 04:15:45 +0000 [Sponsored article] When Stamford American School Hong Kong officially opens next month, besides setting high academic standards, it will also offer a diverse variety of co-curricular activities, ranging from science and coding to sports and the performing arts.   This supports the school’s guiding vision, which is to give children the opportunity to develop new interests and discover new talents, thereby inspiring them to achieve more than they believe they can. At a recent introductory session... https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/hong-kong/topics/education-post/article/2113330/not-just-sports-benefits-fencing?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/hong-kong/topics/education-post/article/2113330/not-just-sports-benefits-fencing?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 29 Sep 2017 04:00:15 +0000