YCIS Qingdao values a holistic education. Whilst we understand the importance of academic assessments and external exams, we also believe this needs to be balanced with other, equally important activities that help students learn and demonstrate a variety of skills. Last week, on Friday March 8 and Saturday March 9 YCIS Qingdao hosted a QISN under 19 basketball tournament. This tournament is a yearly event at YCIS, held across two venues, and we know the students enjoy coming together to compete with other schools in the Qingdao area, demonstrating their collaboration and team work skills, as well as their technical basketball expertise. It is also a fantastic opportunity to make new friends. We encourage our parents to attend and support such kind of event.