The School Newsletter is the official news publication of Xi’an Hanova International School. Since Hanova began in 2012, our school has regularly communicated to the Hanova Community about what has been happening inside and outside the school classrooms.
April 11, 2026
On Saturday, April 11, Hanova was host to the annual Xi’an Korean Hanmaum Sports Day, a lively, all-day event full of fun, family, and friends centered around various athletic competitions. With nearly 200 in attendance, including distinguished guests from the Consulate General of Korea in Xi’an, Samsung, GST, and the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA), […]
April 10, 2026
A Closer Look at the DP Core: Parent Information Session Highlights - written by Ms Sharon Zhu. Last Wednesday morning, we were delighted to welcome parents to our DP Information Session to look in depth at the DP Core components. During the session, the Coordinators gave a clear overview of the three elements of the DP […]
March 17, 2026
Embracing the Future: Secondary Teachers Explore AI in Education - written by Ms Amy Hou. Last week, our Secondary school teachers embarked on an inspiring two-day professional development journey, diving into the evolving world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education. On March 6th and 7th, our teachers participated in a dynamic workshop focused on gaining an overview […]
March 16, 2026
Year 5 EOTC: Exploring the World of Performance - written by Mr. Attie Venter, Ms, Lindsay Meltzer. To launch our new Unit of Inquiry, Year 5 students went on an exciting Education Outside the Classroom (EOTC) trip to the Shaanxi Opera and Art Museum. The purpose of this experience was to spark students’ curiosity about the performing […]
March 11, 2026
What does service mean to us and our community? - written by Mr Charlie Park. At Hanova, taking action by serving in the community goes beyond offering help; it is the process of turning learning into meaningful practice. Students apply the knowledge and values gained in the classroom to real-life contexts, recognizing their ability to […]
February 27, 2026
HANMUN III - written by Y13 Lalita Kusuma and Y12 Miranda Fernandez. MUN is a simulation of the United Nations, aiming to promote critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills when addressing global issues. The Hanova Model United Nations (HANMUN) Organizing team is proud to announce that HANMUN III successfully took place from Friday to Saturday, January 30-31, 2026! […]
February 21, 2025
Last week from February 14th to 16th, 12 Hanova secondary students participated in the 14th annual Model United Nations conference hosted by Concordia International School Shanghai, or CISSMUN. With over 900 students and faculty from 56 international schools all over China and around the globe—including Gabon to the United Arab Emirates, from New Zealand to […]
December 9, 2023
Hanova’s Winter Concert 2023 - written by Mr Ferdinand Els, MYP Drama. The Winter Concert, held on the 9th of December, was a magnificent culmination of artistic brilliance that resonated throughout Hanova. Involving the entire school, from our little Nursery elves to the accomplished Year 13s, the festive event showcased a delightful array of performances, […]
May 20, 2023
Written by Mr Paul Robinson, Director of Sports On Saturday 20th May we had the pleasure of hosting a team of parents to join our staff and U19 footballers for the first ever Hanova Community Cup competition. Despite the “competitive” edge the idea was to create an environment where fun and enjoyment were the main […]