2026年5月30日，北京，夏意渐浓。
在这个充满希冀与离别祝福的时刻，北京乐成国际学校（BCIS）2026届毕业典礼隆重举行。教师、家长、校友及社会各界来宾齐聚校园，共同见证这一重要时刻，也共同庆祝毕业生们即将开启的人生新篇章。
典礼在教师鼓乐团铿锵有力的演奏中拉开帷幕。这项始于2020年的毕业传统，已经成为BCIS毕业典礼中最具代表性的仪式之一。
五年前，一群来自不同学科的教师主动组成鼓乐团，以全新的方式为毕业生送上祝福。一届届教师接过鼓槌，也接过陪伴与守护学生成长的责任，将祝福与期许通过鼓点代代传承。
伴随着振奋人心的节奏，毕业生们身着学位袍，在教师队伍的陪伴下庄重入场。坚定的步伐不仅承载着他们一路走来的奋斗与收获，也象征着师生共同书写的成长历程。
这场毕业典礼不仅仅是一场庆祝，更是一场关于成长、归属与传承的共同见证。
在开场致辞中，北京乐成国际学校校长Tom Egerton重申了BCIS的使命——通过不断挑战，赋予学生力量，让他们成为有爱心，充满灵感的人，他们视人类的幸福为己任，身体力行地为实现世界的可持续发展做贡献。
他表示，这一使命已在2026届毕业生身上得到生动体现。无论是在课堂学习、服务实践还是个人成长过程中，毕业生们都以同理心、创造力和勇气诠释了教育的真正意义。
作为毕业生代表，George Gao与Flora Chen以陪伴大家多年的BCIS学生卡为线索，深情回顾了2026届共同走过的成长旅程。
在他们眼中，这张小小的学生卡不仅是校园生活的象征，更承载着BCIS社区深厚的情谊与归属感。正是这些友谊、信任与支持，让同学们得以共同面对挑战、分享成长的喜悦，也让高中时光变得格外珍贵。
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BCIS之外的人或许无法理解这些卡片的意义，但卡片背后的教海与回忆，会化作一张无形的卡片，无论我们走到哪里，都始终与我们同在。
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这份源于BCIS社区的归属感与联结感，也成为整场毕业典礼最动人的情感底色之一。
在毕业生代表Daisy Li与Jerry Li的介绍下，教师代表Eric Selley登台致辞。
作为陪伴许多毕业生成长的重要导师，他不仅以幽默风趣的课堂和独具特色的教学风格深受学生喜爱，更引导学生学会独立思考、勇于坚持。
在致辞中，Eric回顾了2026届学生在BCIS度过的难忘时光，并以自己远赴中国开启教育生涯的经历为例，鼓励毕业生勇敢拥抱人生中的不确定性。
他表示，人生并非一份早已写好的剧本，而是一场充满无限可能的探索之旅。
最后，他代表全体教师向2026届毕业生送上诚挚祝福，希望他们始终保持好奇心与善意，怀揣挑战自我的勇气，坚定迈向人生新的阶段。
随后，2026届毕业生代表George Gao发表了毕业演讲。
作为毕业生代表，George凭借出色的学术表现、领导力以及对社区的积极贡献赢得了师生们的认可。然而，在这场毕业演讲中，他并没有分享所谓的“成功秘诀”，而是将目光投向了一个更为深刻的问题——教育究竟意味着什么。
他谈到，从小学到高中，许多人都在不断前进，却很少停下来思考“为什么而学习”。面对快速变化的时代，教育的目标不应局限于职业准备或学历获取，更重要的是帮助人们不断丰富理解世界的能力，并赋予生活更深层次的意义。
就这样，从教师的殷切寄语到毕业生的深度思考，关于成长、探索与教育意义的讨论不断延展。
毕业典礼中，两位来自不同届别的BCIS校友也重返母校，为毕业生送上祝福。跨越届别的对话与接续，让“传承”成为毕业典礼上最动人的主题之一。
作为学校Avenir商业竞赛创始人之一，以及人工智能领域的创业者，2018届毕业生Frank Zhao结合自身从学生到创业者的成长经历，分享了对“不确定性”的理解。
他坦言，人工智能、量子科技等新技术正以前所未有的速度重塑世界。然而，真正帮助人们面对变化的，并非某项具体知识或技能，而是在BCIS培养出的勇敢、坚持与韧性。
Frank回顾了自己在校期间组织Avenir商业竞赛、运营BCIS Editorial以及参与创办学生社团的经历。
如今，当看到这些由学生发起的项目仍在一届届学生手中传承延续时，他更加坚定地相信，BCIS赋予学生最宝贵的财富，不是确定的答案，而是在不确定中不断创造可能的能力。
2016届毕业生、现任BCIS高中数学教师Yuanna Yao则以校友与教师的双重身份登台发言。从学生到校友，再到教师，她与BCIS的联结也在岁月中不断延续。
她回顾了BCIS社区对自己成长产生的深远影响，并分享了陪伴毕业生四年成长的感受。作为教师，她见证了同学们在学术、艺术、体育和公益服务等领域的投入与蜕变，也看到了他们在团队合作、坚守信念和关爱他人过程中展现出的责任感与领导力。
她寄语毕业生，在追求卓越的同时始终保持真诚与关怀，努力成为能够与他人建立真实连接、为社会创造积极影响的人。
在中学校长Natalie Harvey的毕业致辞中，她回顾了2026届学生从初入校园时的忐忑与探索，到逐渐找到归属感、建立友谊并塑造自我的成长历程。
毕业生们在包容、协作与关爱他人方面展现出了成熟与担当，正是这些点滴积累，共同塑造了独特而温暖的BCIS社区。而他们，也早已成为这一社区不可或缺的一部分。
“你们永远属于BCIS社区，这里也永远为你们留有位置。”
最后，毕业典礼迎来了最具象征意义的传统环节——火炬传承仪式。
毕业生代表Shidong与Florencia首先向家长、老师和同学们表达感谢。成长不仅属于毕业生个人，也属于一路陪伴他们前行的家人、教师和整个BCIS社区。正是这些珍贵的联结，让大家在挑战与成长中不断前行，也塑造了今天的自己。
然后，他们将象征责任与传承的火炬郑重交到2027届学生手中。
火炬所承载的，不仅是毕业典礼的传统，更是BCIS社区一代代学子共同守护的价值与精神。接过火炬的2027届学生，也将带着这份信任与责任继续前行。
当毕业生们将学位帽抛向天空的那一刻，属于2026届的校园篇章正式画上句点，而更广阔的人生旅程也由此开启。
在刚刚结束的申请季中，2026届毕业生累计收获逾210封录取通知书及近400万美元奖学金。录取院校覆盖美国、英国、加拿大、日本、中国香港、澳大利亚、法国、印度等多个国家和地区，涵盖综合性大学、文理学院及艺术院校，涉及20余个细分学术领域，成为了BCIS“个性化教育”的最好注脚。
其中，美国综合类大学TOP30录取人数占比超过50%，TOP50录取人数占比超过88%；非美国综合类大学TOP100录取人数占比超过90%，涵盖英国G5大学、加拿大前三大学、中国香港前三大学等世界知名学府。在文理学院和艺术设计领域，学生们同样收获了众多顶尖院校的认可。
对于BCIS而言，升学从来不是教育旅程的终点。比起最终获得哪一份录取通知书，我们更关注学生在成长过程中所形成的品格、能力与价值观。正是这些品质，将伴随他们走向未来，在更广阔的世界中持续学习、勇于探索、积极创造。
随着毕业典礼落下帷幕，2026届毕业生也正式加入BCIS全球校友网络。
自2009年迎来首届毕业生以来，学校已培养600余名毕业生，他们遍布六大洲30多个国家和地区，在高等教育、科研创新、商业管理、艺术创作和社会服务等领域持续发展，不断书写着属于自己的精彩篇章。
正如毕业生代表在致辞中所说：
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于道各努力，千里自同风。
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对于BCIS校友而言，未来或许方向不同、道路各异，但那些在BCIS收获的友谊、勇气与归属感，将跨越时间与距离，始终将他们紧紧相连。
这份联结，也将成为他们不断前行的力量，陪伴他们在更广阔的世界中继续探索、成长与创造。
As summer began to settle over the city, the Beijing City International School (BCIS) community gathered to celebrate a milestone filled with hope, gratitude, and new beginnings. Faculty, families, alumni, and distinguished guests came together to honor the Class of 2026 and celebrate the start of the graduates’ next chapter.
The ceremony opened with a powerful performance by the BCIS Staff Drum Ensemble. Since its introduction in 2020, this tradition has become one of the most distinctive and cherished elements of BCIS graduation ceremonies.
Five years ago, a group of Secondary School teachers came together to form the ensemble, creating a unique way to celebrate graduating students, a tradition that continues to this day. With each passing year, faculty members take up the drumsticks and carry forward their commitment to supporting and guiding students, passing their encouragement, hopes, and aspirations from one graduating class to the next.
Accompanied by the uplifting beats, graduates, donning caps and gowns, entered the ceremony alongside their teachers. Their confident steps reflected years of dedication, perseverance, and achievement, while also symbolizing the shared journey of growth between students and educators. For the Class of 2026, this moment marked both a meaningful farewell and the beginning of an exciting new chapter.
More than a celebration, this graduation ceremony was a tribute to growth, belonging, and legacy.
In his opening remarks, BCIS Head of School Tom Egerton reaffirmed the school’s mission: to challenge and empower students to be compassionate and inspired people, who act for the good of all and for the sustainable development of the world.
He noted that the Class of 2026 embodies this mission in meaningful ways. Whether through academic pursuits, service initiatives, or personal development, graduates have demonstrated empathy, creativity, and courage—qualities that reflect the true purpose of education.
Representing the graduating class, George Gao and Flora Chen reflected on their shared journey through the lens of an object familiar to every BCIS student: the student ID card.
They explained that this small card represents far more than daily campus life. It symbolizes the deep sense of friendship, belonging, and community that defines the BCIS experience. It is through these relationships—built on trust, support, and shared experiences—that students have faced challenges together, celebrated successes, and created memories that make their high school years truly unforgettable.
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While no one outside BCIS will understand the meaning of these cards, the lessons and memories behind them will stay with us like an invisible card we’ll carry wherever we go.
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This powerful sense of belonging and connection, nurtured within the BCIS community, emerged as one of the most meaningful themes of the entire graduation ceremony.
Introduced by graduating students Daisy Li and Jerry Li, teacher speaker representative Mr. Eric Selley took the stage to address the Class of 2026.
As an influential mentor who has accompanied many graduates throughout their BCIS journey, Eric is known not only for his engaging classroom presence and distinctive teaching style, but also for encouraging students to think independently and persevere through challenges.
In his remarks, Eric reflected on the memorable experiences shared by the Class of 2026 and drew upon his own journey of moving to China to begin his career in education. He encouraged graduates to embrace uncertainty with confidence and courage.
Mr. Selley affirmed that life is not a script that has already been written, it is a journey of exploration filled with endless possibilities.
On behalf of the staff, Eric offered his heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the graduating class, encouraging them to remain curious, kind, and courageous as they embark on the next stage of their lives.
Following Mr. Selley’s address, Grade 12 valedictorian George Gao delivered his commencement speech.
Recognized for his academic excellence, leadership, and meaningful contributions to the BCIS community, George chose not to share a conventional formula for success. Instead, he turned his attention to a more profound question: What is the true purpose of education?
Reflecting on the educational journey from elementary school through high school, George observed that while many people spend years striving toward the next milestone, few take the time to ask why they are learning in the first place.
In a rapidly changing world, he argued, education should not be viewed solely as preparation for a career or the pursuit of credentials. Rather, its deeper purpose is to expand our understanding of the world and help us discover greater meaning in life.
From a teacher’s words of encouragement to a graduate’s thoughtful reflections, the conversation about growth, exploration, and the meaning of education continued to unfold throughout the ceremony.
The focus then turned to two BCIS alumni from different graduating classes who returned to campus to share their experiences and offer their congratulations. Their presence highlighted another powerful theme of the day: the enduring legacy of the BCIS community.
Frank Zhao, a member of the Class of 2018, entrepreneur in the field of artificial intelligence, and one of the founders of the Avenir Business Competition, reflected on his journey from student to entrepreneur and shared his perspective on navigating uncertainty.
He noted that emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and quantum computing are transforming the world at an unprecedented pace. Yet the qualities that enable individuals to thrive amid change are not specific pieces of knowledge or technical skills, but rather the courage, perseverance, and resilience cultivated during their time at BCIS.
Frank recalled organizing the Avenir Business Competition, leading BCIS Editorial, and helping establish student-led clubs during his years at school. Seeing these initiatives continue to thrive in the hands of successive generations of students has reinforced his belief that the most valuable gift BCIS provides is not certainty, but the ability to create possibilities in the face of uncertainty.
Following Frank’s remarks, Yuanna Yao, a member of the Class of 2016 and now a BCIS High School Mathematics Teacher, addressed the audience from the unique perspective of both alumna and educator. From student to graduate and now teacher, her connection with BCIS has continued to evolve over the years.
Yuanna reflected on the profound impact the BCIS community has had on her own development and shared what it has meant to support the Class of 2026 throughout their four-year high school journey.
As a teacher, she has witnessed students grow through their involvement in academics, the arts, athletics, and community service. She has also seen them demonstrate responsibility and leadership through teamwork, perseverance, and compassion for others.
She encouraged graduates to pursue excellence while remaining authentic and caring, striving to become individuals who build meaningful connections with others and create a positive impact on the world around them.
Secondary School Principal Natalie Harvey then delivered her graduation address.
In her remarks, she reflected on the journey of the Class of 2026—from their first days on campus, marked by uncertainty and discovery, to the point where they found a sense of belonging, built lasting friendships, and developed into confident individuals. The maturity, compassion, inclusiveness, and collaborative spirit demonstrated by the graduates have helped shape the unique and welcoming BCIS community. In turn, they have become an indispensable part of that community.
“You will always be part of this community, and there will always be a place for you here.”
The ceremony then moved into one of its most symbolic and meaningful traditions—the Torch Passing Succession Ceremony.
Graduate representatives Shidong and Florencia began by expressing their gratitude to their families, teachers, and fellow students. They reflected on the idea that growth is never an individual journey alone; it is made possible by the support of family, educators, friends, and the broader BCIS community. These meaningful connections have helped shape who they are today and have supported them through every challenge and milestone along the way.
They then formally passed the ceremonial torch to members of the Class of 2027. More than a graduation tradition, the torch represents the values, spirit, and sense of responsibility that generations of BCIS students have shared and upheld. As the next graduating class accepted the torch, they also embraced the trust and responsibility it symbolizes, carrying the community’s legacy forward and continuing to write their own stories of growth and achievement.
As graduation caps were thrown high into the air, the Class of 2026 officially brought one chapter of their lives to a close and began another, filled with new opportunities and possibilities.
In this year’s university admissions cycle, graduates collectively received more than 210 university offers and nearly USD 4 million in scholarships. Their offers came from institutions across the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Japan, Hong Kong SAR, Australia, France, India, and other countries and regions, spanning more than 20 academic disciplines and including leading research universities, liberal arts colleges, and art and design schools.
More than 50% of graduates received offers from Top 30 U.S. universities, while over 88% gained admission to Top 50 U.S. institutions. Beyond the United States, more than 90% secured offers from Top 100 global universities, including the UK’s G5 universities, Canada’s top three universities, and Hong Kong’s top three universities. Students also earned recognition from some of the world’s most prestigious liberal arts colleges and art and design institutions.
For BCIS, however, university admissions have never been the ultimate destination of education. Beyond acceptance letters and rankings, what matters most are the character, capabilities, and values students develop throughout their journey. These qualities will accompany them into the future, empowering them to continue learning, exploring, and creating in an ever-changing world.
With the conclusion of the graduation ceremony, the Class of 2026 officially joined the global BCIS alumni network. Since welcoming its first graduating class in 2009, BCIS has cultivated a community of more than 600 alumni who now live and work across six continents and more than 30 countries and regions. They continue to make meaningful contributions in higher education, scientific research, business, the arts, entrepreneurship, and social impact.
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Though we can strive along our separate paths, we will share the same wind across a thousand miles.
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For BCIS alumni, the future may lead in different directions and toward different aspirations. Yet the friendships, courage, and sense of belonging they discovered at BCIS will continue to transcend time and distance, keeping them connected wherever life takes them. And it is this enduring connection that will inspire them to keep exploring, growing, and creating as they make their mark on the wider world.
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