BASIS International & Bilingual Schools Wuhan: A Masterpiece of Collaboration
The celebration at BASIS International & Bilingual Schools Wuhan became a central hub for this year’s event. Led by Ms. Dianne Boice and Ms. Syndi Taylor, students from ECE to fifth grade crafted their own unique works using colorful dots. These creations ranged from adorable images of the school mascot Gator to tasty donuts, reflecting the boundless imagination of the children. A beautiful “Buddhist Pine Tree,” designed by Ms. Boice, symbolized the students’ growth, resilience, and creativity, as it incorporated artwork from every campus into its branches.
Music teacher Ms. Anna Lu led students in performing The Dot Song, which echoed through the Wuhan campus and was combined into a harmonious chorus by Mr. Micah Gooden, Chair of Fine Arts. This cross-campus collaboration created a timeless melody that united students across the network, amplifying the collective spirit of creativity.
BASIS International School Chengdu: A Dazzling Art Exhibition
In Chengdu, students, teachers, and parents participated in a stunning International Dot Day Art Exhibition, where students proudly displayed their dot-inspired artworks. ECE students experimented with materials and colors, while older students explored artistic techniques to create intricate dot compositions. The exhibition celebrated not only creativity but also the dedication and hard work that went into each piece. A musical performance of The Dot Song by students in Grades 1-4 further brought the celebration to life.
BASIS International School Nanjing: Colorful Collaborations
At BASIS International School Nanjing, the first-ever Visual Arts Collaboration took place, featuring colorful dot-themed attire and impressive displays of dot art created by ECE and primary students. The campus halls were filled with vibrant artworks outside the art room, and students in the fourth-grade music class delighted their peers with surprise pop-up performances of The Dot Song.
BASIS Bilingual School Guangming Shenzhen: A Galaxy of Creativity
In Shenzhen, BASIS Bilingual School Guangming transformed humble dots into over 500 captivating artworks during the week-long Dot Day celebration. The exhibition hall became a galaxy of creativity, showcasing vibrant abstract paintings, intricate mosaics, and even 3D sculptures. This event highlighted not only artistic skill but also the cross-cultural exchange and teamwork that fostered understanding and growth within the community.
BASIS International School Shenzhen: A Creative Immersive Experience
Inspired by Yayoi Kusama’s Obliteration Room, BASIS International School Shenzhen held an immersive dot-themed event in the school lobby. Students from PreK1 to Grade 5 participated in creating dot-based artworks, all while learning the importance of even the smallest marks in creating a big impact. This unique celebration emphasized both individual expression and network-wide collaboration.
BASIS International School Guangzhou: A Showcase of Imagination
At BASIS International School Guangzhou, students engaged in an inter-school art exchange. Inspired by the journey of Vashti from The Dot, students created colorful artworks, with Styrofoam spheres painted by Ms. Giorgia and Mr. Manolo to form a stunning installation in the school lobby. The Guangzhou event was a vibrant reflection of courage, creativity, and the power of imagination, as students worked together to explore the limitless potential of a simple dot.
BASIS Bilingual Kindergarten Nanshan: A World of Colorful Imagination
At BASIS Bilingual Kindergarten Nanshan, kindergarten students celebrated Dot Day by transforming their campus into a world of colorful imagination. Teachers and students dressed in dot-themed costumes, while classrooms were filled with dot decorations. The students used dot pens and clay to create unique works of art, showcasing their creativity and joy in self-expression.
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BASIS International School Park Lane Harbour: A Heart of Dots
Park Lane Harbour’s students presented both visual and performing arts as part of the network-wide Dot Day event. Their creations, ranging from dots on paper to a large heart mural made of dots, symbolized the creative choices encouraged by the book The Dot. Parents were invited to enjoy their children’s performances of The Dot Song alongside their artistic displays, celebrating the spirit of creativity, self-expression, and collaboration.
BASIS Bilingual School Shenzhen: Wave of Youthful Creativity
As International Dot Day continues to flourish at BASIS Bilingual School Shenzhen amidst a wave of youthful creativity, it evolves from a simple story into a meaningful chapter in global education. This celebration serves as a gentle reminder that within each individual lies an undiscovered creativity, and that by taking bold steps forward, one can paint a magnificent picture.
Conclusion
International Dot Day 2024 was not just a celebration of art–it was a celebration of the creative spirit that flourishes in every BASIS International & Bilingual Schools teacher and student. Across China, our students demonstrated their courage, creativity, and willingness to make their mark, all starting from a simple dot. As we continue to inspire young minds through art, music, and collaboration, we look forward to seeing where these creative journeys will take us next.
