BRS Hosted a Grand Graduation Ceremony for the Class of 2025
On May 28, 2025, Beijing Royal School (BRS) hosted a grand graduation ceremony for the Class of 2025, welcoming distinguished guests, faculty, students, and families to honor the graduates’ accomplishments.
- Academic Excellence and Global Recognition
The Class of 2025 achieved remarkable success in this year’s university application season, securing over 1,200 admission offers—averaging six per student—with total scholarships exceeding $4.46 million. Acceptances spanned prestigious universities and colleges worldwide and diverse academic disciplines. Among the standout achievers: Qin Chen, a lifer at BRS since primary school, earned an unconditional offer from the University of Oxford for Mathematics; Kang Runxuan, returning to BRS after studying in the U.S., gained admission to Williams College and Columbia University in the City of New York for Biomedical Studies. In their speeches, both students emphasized how their passions, nurtured through BRS’s holistic education, paved their paths to success.
Outstanding graduates received not only diplomas but also BRS Scholarships, recognizing their academic excellence and supporting their future endeavors.
- Innovative Tributes to Alma Mater
Twelve STEM students collaborated to design a groundbreaking graduation gift for their Alma Mater, blending artistic design, 3D modeling/printing, AI voice interaction, mechanical engineering, magnetic levitation, materials science, and computer science. The interactive installation featured a rotating globe representing their global journeys, alongside recreations of BRS’s iconic architecture. The incorporation of AI voice technology preserved student memories while showcasing how technology can honor tradition.
- Cultural Showcase: Rooted in Heritage, Embracing the World
The celebration concluded with dynamic student performances that blended cultural traditions:
A harmonious fusion of Chinese and Western musical instruments; The vibrant Xinjiang dance “Silk Road Epic”, celebrating China’s multicultural tapestry; An exhilarating Adrenaline Rush showcase, highlighting modern youth energy; A Peking Opera excerpt of “The Grand Oingyi Tradition”, honoring timeless artistic traditions; These diverse acts embodied the graduates’ cultural appreciation and global perspective, reflecting BRS’s educational values and their ability to thrive in an interconnected world.
- Messages from Parents and Distinguished Guests
In their addresses, parent representatives Mr. Jiao Jianwei and Mr. Fan Dalu expressed aspirations for the students while conveying profound gratitude to BRS faculty for years of dedication. They also affirmed their full endorsement of the school’s educational philosophy and teaching excellence.
Mr. Zhang Xueren, Deputy Director of the China Center for International People-to-People Exchange, encouraged graduates to become cultural ambassadors: “Share China’s outstanding traditional culture and the remarkable achievements of its 40+ years of reform and opening-up while fostering international friendships among global youth.”
Ms. Wang Shanshan, Director of the School Curriculum Research Center at the Ministry of Education’s Institute of Curriculum and Textbooks, emphasized: “Your accomplishments represent not only personal honors but also significant milestones in China’s international education. Become multidimensional voices sharing Chinese culture with the world.”
Mr. Wang Shiting, former Chinese Ambassador to Switzerland and current Party Secretary of China Foreign Affairs University (concurrently serving as Executive Vice President of China Diplomatic Academy), offered diplomatic insights: “Continuously develop your global competence to become driving forces for sustainable development.”
Mr. Neil Bush, longtime friend of BRS, commended the school: “Beijing Royal School produces students who thrive at world-leading universities.” Addressing graduates directly, he advised: “As you begin this next chapter—many of you at universities abroad—I encourage you to do three things: find your passion, work hard, and help others. The skills you’ve gained here will serve you well, but your passion will give your life energy and direction.”
- School LeadershipSend-off Messages
Ms. Hou Xiaojing, Year Leader of the Class of 2025, reflected on her students’ transformative journey: “These diplomas represent not an ending, but rather the beginning of your mission to change the world through BRS’s core values. While academic accolades may fade with time, only genuine passion has the power to elevate ordinary days into extraordinary achievements.”
The ceremony culminated in an inspiring address by Mr. Wang Guangfa, Founder of Fazheng International Education, and Chief Principal of Royal School. After highlighting the BRS’s educational milestones, he challenged graduates standing at this historic crossroads, “As both witnesses to and architects of our evolving era, I urge you to: Serve as bridge-builders through cross-cultural exchange, embodying the responsibilities of global citizenship; Pioneer innovations as emerging scholars at academic frontiers; Share Eastern wisdom as cultural ambassadors, presenting China’s rich heritage to the world. Now go forth and compose your distinctive chapter in this remarkable age!”
- To the Class of 2025
With hearts full of pride and joy, we celebrate your outstanding achievements. As you carry forward the blessings of your teachers and the cherished memories of your journey, may you step confidently into brilliant futures filled with promise. Congratulations, graduates! May your paths be as extraordinary as the potential you’ve shown!
