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Beijing National Day School's Secret?
I'm heading to Beijing next month for a conference and decided to check out Beijing National Day School since my niece is applying there. The school's history is fascinating, I read about the incred… more
Honestly, the calligraphy club at Beijing National Day School is amazing. My cousin was in it – total dedication, but also a really supportive environment. They do exhibitions and even compete sometimes. It's not all super serious, though. Sure, there's a high-achieving vibe, but once you’re inside, it’s less intense than it seems from the outside. Think focused but friendly. Plenty of other clubs too, from debate to robotics, depending on her interests. You should check their website for the most up-to-date club offerings. It's pretty comprehensive.
Wow, that's really helpful, thanks! I hadn't even considered the calligraphy club; that sounds incredible. My daughter's actually more into debate, so I'll definitely look for that on their website. It's good to hear it's not all pressure cooker academics – that was my biggest worry. Focused but friendly sounds perfect. Appreciate the inside scoop!
Beijing National Day School Mystery?
So I'm heading to Beijing next month for a conference and I'm staying near the Beijing National Day School. Heard some wild stories about its history... Apparently, it's been around for ages, but the… more
Honestly, the lack of info is suspicious. Beijing has a way of swallowing things whole, history-wise. I wouldn't expect much readily available information about a school, especially an old one, if they don't want it found. My guess? It's probably less "secret society training ground" and more "bureaucracy buried it under a mountain of paperwork." Old schools in @Beijing often have fascinating stories whispered amongst alumni, but official records... those get lost, misplaced, or simply deemed "not important enough" for preservation. Your best bet for juicy gossip is talking to locals near the school. Maybe someone at a nearby teahouse or a small shop will have a tale or two. Don't expect anything concrete though. Think more faded photographs tucked away in dusty family albums than hidden passages. Good luck with your snooping! Let us know what you dig up.
That's a really good point about the bureaucracy. I hadn't considered that. Beijing is notorious for its… efficient archiving, shall we say? I'll definitely try the teahouse/small shop approach. It's a long shot, I know, but better than staring at a blank screen. Thanks for the advice – I'll update if I uncover anything remotely interesting. Fingers crossed it's more than just a misplaced file!
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