CIS Winter Festival | 2025 Winter Wonderland: A Magical Gathering of Over 1,000 People

On December 14, CIS Caeyu International School officially switched to “Winter Wonderland” mode, welcoming over 1,000 participants to this year-end celebration. Snowflakes drifted through the air, towering Christmas trees dazzled, and the stage came alive with exciting performances… CIS transformed the campus into a true Christmas paradise.

Families from more than 30 countries and regions gathered on campus, sharing laughter and music in the same joyful space. Together, they experienced the warmth of the season, making this Winter Festival a true celebration of CIS’s diverse and multicultural community.

Santa Claus made his much-anticipated appearance, interacting with everyone, taking photos, and handing out gifts. With every cheerful “Ho Ho Ho,” he added the most festive and memorable touch to this winter celebration.

This year’s Winter Festival creative market featured nearly 40 booths, including student booths from all CIS divisions, charity stalls organized by the Parent Committee, and participation from various brands and organizations, showcasing the school’s diverse community. Each booth not only brought festive cheer but also offered a variety of engaging interactive experiences for everyone.

“North Pole dress up”: The children’s creative costumes filled the booth with winter magic. Colorful outfits and cheerful laughter brought a sense of innocence and warmth to everyone.

“Cloudy Snowballs”: At this interactive booth, kids enjoyed snow-like play, and their laughter and games filled the whole area with festive joy.

“Frosty's Winter games and Reindeer stables”:The first-grade booth featured the "Frosty's Winter games" and "Reindeer Stable." The children brought a festive atmosphere and joy through creative reindeer-shaped cookies and interactive games.

“Elf Workshop”: Students handcrafted festive decorations, each piece brimming with love for the holiday and anticipation for joyful moments. The booth was filled with the fun and creativity of making.

“The North Pole”: Through creative displays of Arctic exploration, the children thoughtfully designed and presented this icy kingdom, making everyone feel as if they had stepped into a magical Christmas story and experience the holiday’s enchantment.

“Candy Cane Cookie Cottage”: Using candy canes, cookies, and a variety of sweet treats, the children carefully designed and ran this booth with creativity and care. Their imaginative creations made parents and peers feel as though they had entered a sweet Christmas market, filled with festive joy and holiday cheer.

“Chocolate Fountain”: The gently flowing chocolate fountain captured children’s curiosity and attention, turning festive sweetness into moments of joy that could be seen, tasted, and shared through sensory exploration.

“Christmas Carols”: At this booth, Teacher Shane’s live singing and guitar added soft, heartwarming melodies to the celebration. As children listened to Christmas carols while enjoying cool, sweet shaved ice, music and flavor came together to create unforgettable holiday moments.

“Mulled Chai & Ice Hockey activity”: At this winter-themed booth, students served warm drinks and hosted ice hockey games, transforming the chilly atmosphere into one of warmth and festive cheer.

“Santa’s  Little Art Studio”: The booth, filled with Christmas-themed art displays, radiated festive cheer. The students’ creations brought warmth and holiday joy to everyone.

A special highlight of the event was the CIS Parent-Teacher Association, which contributed several creative booths while running a charity sale. All proceeds will go to support the CIEO Canadian International Education Organization, providing multimedia teaching platforms, educational software, and other equipment to rural primary and secondary schools across Guangdong Province.

On the outdoor stage of the Winter Festival, CIS students kicked off the event with energetic performances that filled the campus with joy and excitement. Through dance, singing, and instrumental music, they showcased their creativity and passion, bringing a vibrant festive atmosphere to life.

Each performance from the Elementary School was uniquely charming. Beyond the carefully choreographed dances and expressive singing, students also showcased their creativity and festive spirit through English poetry recitations.

Following that, the Grade 10 students delivered a high-energy rap performance that ignited the crowd and pushed the atmosphere to its peak, making the entire event even more electrifying!

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Instrumental Performances Highlights

Dance Performances Highlights

Vocal Performances Highlights

Fashion Show & Poetry Recitation Highlights

Stepping into the W Hall Auditorium, guests were greeted by a more delicate and immersive holiday ambiance. Lighting, stage design, and music came together to create a warm, Christmas-themed winter setting. The hall was filled to capacity as students—from Kindergarten to Secondary—took the stage one after another, turning each performance into a memorable melody that will remain a unique part of CIS’s winter memories.

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At this Winter Festival, all program transitions and stage hosting were handled entirely by students. Children from Kindergarten, Elementary, and Secondary School came together to form the hosting team. The youngest host was only at the PK3 level, yet confidently spoke on stage without notes.

Whether introducing performances or engaging with the audience, the student hosts demonstrated poise and professionalism, earning continuous applause and admiration from the crowd.

The children opened the show with songs, dances, and rhythmic movements full of innocence. Their adorable gestures and pure smiles turned winter’s joy into a series of lively scenes, instantly lighting up the auditorium with warmth and festive cheer.

Students from the Elementary School took the stage with a series of festive-themed songs, dances, and dramatic performances. From more intricate formations to confident and natural stage presence, the children built their performance skills through collaboration and rehearsal. They brought their creativity—and their learning in language and the arts—onto a real, lively stage.

The Secondary School’s powerful street dance performance combined youthful energy with festive joy, sending the atmosphere soaring as waves of applause and cheers filled the hall.

This year’s auditorium performance also featured a special Christmas carol segment: students from different grade levels came together, blending voices of all ages into one shared melody. This classic song truly became a “sung by the whole school” holiday moment, reflecting the strong sense of connection and belonging within the CIS community.

The school choir, the Dragon Team, made up of Elementary School students, performed “Tama Tu” and “Can You Feel the Love Tonight.” Their voices brought calm yet powerful musical moments to the show, allowing the audience to feel themes of perseverance, love, and togetherness through their singing.

At this year’s Winter Festival, the CIS Teacher Choir stepped onto the stage for the first time, adding a beautifully gentle finale to the entire performance. Familiar holiday melodies flowed from the teachers’ voices, becoming heartfelt blessings for students and parents alike.

The grand finale—the charity raffle—was hosted by Santa Claus himself, with our Superintendent, Mr. Nathan, drawing the lucky winners. Wave after wave of surprises and laughter filled the auditorium, bringing the performance to a joyful close.

This Winter Festival marked a luminous, vibrant, and heartfelt close to the CIS school year. Every student confidently performing on stage, and every teacher and parent supporting from the sidelines, played an important role in this winter story. May these moments—captured in lights, song, and laughter—be cherished memories of “school,” “community,” and the holiday season in the children’s hearts, and serve as the starting point for us to come together again next year.