In 2023, as life gradually returned to normalcy, we excitedly welcomed the first post-pandemic inbound trip from Eastside College Preparatory School in California, USA, in June. We guided students through the Beijing Hutongs, let them immerse in authentic Chinese history, traditional culture, and everyday life experiences. From taking pedicabs through Beijing’s Hutongs to visiting traditional Siheyuan or Quadrangle, trying their hand at making handmade noodles and dumplings, experiencing Peking Opera face painting, exploring the 798 Art District, visiting Tiananmen Square, scavenger hunting in the Forbidden City, hiking the Great Wall, and engaging in cultural exchanges with local schools—the journey was filled with unforgettable moments.
As a company with a mission to introduce Chinese culture to the world, we are thrilled to witness the reconnection of global communities. We believe that in 2024, we will host more inbound school trips to discover China’s unique beauty.
In August, we embarked on a journey to Huangshan with renowned artist, Teacher Yamei, who has over a decade of experience in ink painting education. Amidst the serene landscapes, we indulged in an enriching art education course, nourishing our souls.
Ink painting, a unique form of artistic expression in Chinese culture, resonates deeply with WildChina Education’s mission of spreading China’s beauty and charm to a broader audience. Beyond Teacher Yamei’s masterful art classes, our art camp included guidance from intangible cultural heritage mentors who led sessions on making brushes, ink stones, and seal carving, fostering profound exchanges with ancient Chinese cultural practices.
One of the most rewarding moments came from Shaojie, who shared her reflections after the trip. Despite having lived in the US since elementary school, through this art camp, she deeply felt the profound allure of China’s traditional culture, bringing her closer to China.
Sustainability has always been a focal point for WildChina Education. With shared values, we collaborated with the premium outdoor brand, Patagonia, to host a special upcycling DIY workshop for families during Christmas.
Together, we discussed the environmental impacts of fast fashion and inspired children to contemplate what actions they can take to improve the Earth’s environment. Through engaging DIY activities, children and parents upcycled old T-shirts into reusable tote bags and created Christmas-themed sachets from leftover sleeves, ensuring every T-shirt was put to good use.
This brand collaboration introduced us to many like-minded parents who share our ideals and educational philosophies. In 2024, we aim to build a larger community through this shared pursuit, exploring the rich possibilities of experiential education together!
In November, we completed a two-week community service project with our long-term partner, NAIS Pudong, during which we collected old clothes from students and donated them the local people in Guizhou.
Our experiential education programs have been teaching and advocating for sustainability, global citizenship and service learning. Therefore, we are excited every time we get the chance to practice those important concepts with our students.
The reflections and insights from NAIS students underscored the significance of such activities in their education and personal growth. They realized that material scarcity did not diminish those villagers’ rich spiritual world or genuine warmth and enthusiasm. We are immensely proud to witness the growth of these warm and thoughtful young individuals!
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