Results out for the first round of 'Young Voices, Shanghai Stories' English Talent Show
We are thrilled to announce the results of the first-round writing evaluation for the 2025 "Young Voices, Shanghai Stories" English Talent Show! After rigorous review by our expert panel, outstanding students from both the primary school and middle school groups have earned their advancement to the next stage: the Themed Video Speech Round.
Congratulations to the following qualifiers (see attached list):
- Primary School (Group A) Semi-finalists
| Name | Grade | School |
|---|---|---|
| Ni Yanchen | Grade 5 | Shanghai United International School (Hongqiao) |
| Zhang Yuyan | Grade 4 | Shanghai Huangpu Foreign Language Primary School |
| Su Yuyu | Grade 4 | Shanghai United International School (Hongqiao) |
| Yang Yunxi | Grade 3 | Shanghai United International School |
| Wang Yiyi | Grade 1 | Shanghai United International School |
| Zhao Ziyi | Grade 3 | Shanghai United International School |
| Liu Yangchenxi | Grade 3 | Shanghai United International School (Hongqiao) |
| Olly Li | Grade 1 | Shanghai United International School |
| Penny Liu | Grade 3 | Shanghai United International School |
| Tina Xu | Grade 4 | Shanghai United International School (Hongqiao) |
| Huang Xitong | Grade 3 | Shanghai United International School |
| Cui Zhiqing | Grade 1 | Shanghai United International School |
| Dan Zhaoshi | Grade 5 | Shanghai United International School |
| Damon Dai | Grade 1 | Shanghai United International School |
| Oliver James Brend | Grade 2 | Yew Chung International School of Shanghai, Pudong |
| Li Tianlang | Grade 3 | Shanghai United International School |
| Yu Xiwen | Grade 3 | Shanghai United International School |
| Li Tianxia | Grade 5 | Shanghai United International School |
| Li Huiyi | Grade 3 | Shanghai United International School |
| Peiqin Lee | Grade 4 | Shanghai YK Pao School |
| Jasper Lou | Grade 3 | Shanghai United International School |
| Zhang Yukai | Grade 3 | Shanghai United International School |
| Elizabeth Wu | Grade 3 | Shanghai United International School (Hongqiao) |
| Max Zhao | Grade 5 | Yew Chung International School of Shanghai, Pudong |
| Yanni Luo | Grade 1 | Shanghai United International School |
| Jiang Fanchen | Grade 4 | Shanghai United International School |
| Mia Tang | Grade 3 | Shanghai United International School |
| Qian Lumian | Grade 2 | Shanghai United International School |
| Matina | Grade 3 | Shanghai United International School |
| Adella Goodwin | Grade 2 | Shanghai United International School |
| Zhang Gujing | Grade 1 | Shanghai Jing'an District No.3 Central Primary School |
| Wang Ziyu | Grade 4 | Shanghai United International School |
| Hayden Leung | Grade 3 | Shanghai United International School (Shangyin) |
| Annie Xing | Grade 3 | Shanghai United International School |
| Wang Yihui | Grade 3 | Shanghai United International School |
| Karlyn Shull | Grade 5 | Shanghai Jiaotong University Affiliated Primary School |
| Candice Shen | Grade 5 | NACIS Shanghai |
| He Qimiao | Grade 4 | Shanghai United International School |
| Lee Beng Li | Grade 5 | NACIS Shanghai |
| Liu Tiange | Grade 3 | Shanghai United International School |
| Li Kaiqi | Grade 3 | Shanghai United International School |
| Guo Yuluo | Grade 3 | Shanghai United International School |
| Abigail Liu Xiangyu | Grade 5 | Shanghai United International School |
| Zheng Xiaoyu | Grade 5 | Concordia International School Shanghai |
| Zhou Xiaomeng | Grade 3 | Shanghai United International School |
| Annika Yang | Grade 5 | Yew Chung International School of Shanghai, Pudong |
| Vivi Wang | Grade 5 | NACIS Shanghai |
| Wilson | Grade 5 | NACIS Shanghai |
| Zhu Zekai | Grade 5 | Yew Chung International School of Shanghai, Pudong |
| Elizabeth Ann Zhang | Grade 2 | NACIS Shanghai |
| Genne Zeng Jingzhi | Grade 1 | Shanghai Singapore International School |
| Aarav Paul | Grade 2 | Shanghai Singapore International School |
| Yao Yuanren | Grade 1 | Shanghai Singapore International School |
| Devansh Tiwary | Grade 1 | Shanghai Singapore International School |
| Felix Yue Yichen | Grade 2 | Shanghai Singapore International School |
- Middle School (Group B) Semi-finalists
| Name | Grade | School |
|---|---|---|
| Winnie Xiao | Grade 7 | Shanghai United International School |
| Hu Jiaming | Grade 7 | Shanghai High School International Division |
| Eden | Grade 7 | Shanghai High School International Division |
| Vicky Chang | Grade 6 | NACIS Shanghai |
| Harper Gao | Grade 7 | NACIS Shanghai |
| Victoria Jin | Grade 6 | Shanghai High School International Division |
| Cindy Xia | Grade 6 | Nord Anglia International Shanghai, Pudong |
| Cici Gong | Grade 8 | NACIS Shanghai |
| Jin Chenxi | Grade 7 | Shanghai Singapore International School |
| Xia Sirui | Grade 7 | NACIS Shanghai |
| Serena Shen Yunyi | Grade 7 | Shanghai High School International Division |
| Michael Chen | Grade 7 | Nord Anglia International Shanghai, Puxi |
| Bolton Yang Bo | Grade 6 | NACIS Shanghai |
| Heidi Li | Grade 8 | Nord Anglia Chinese International School Shanghai (NACIS) |
| Rachael Zhu | Grade 8 | Nord Anglia Chinese International School Minhang |
| Kevin Wang Wenyuan | Grade 7 | NACIS Shanghai |
| Zhang Gujun | Grade 7 | Shanghai Yucai Junior High School |
| Ray Cui | Grade 6 | NACIS Shanghai |
| David | Grade 8 | NACIS Shanghai |
| Joy Ji Jingyan | Grade 7 | NACIS Shanghai |
| Althea Yang Naying | Grade 7 | Shanghai High School International Division |
| Chenhao Yang | Grade 7 | NACIS Shanghai |
| Rachel Xu | Grade 8 | NACIS Shanghai |
| Cynthia Koo | Grade 6 | Concordia International School Shanghai |
| Yoon Yejin | Grade 6 | Shanghai Korean School |
| Eddie Cai | Grade 6 | NACIS Shanghai |
| Khaleesi Chen | Grade 6 | NACIS Shanghai |
| Minnie Song Yifei | Grade 6 | NACIS Shanghai |
| Kevin Chen | Grade 8 | Nord Anglia Chinese International School Shanghai |
| Henry Gong | Grade 6 | Nord Anglia Bilingual School |
| Franco Dong | Grade 6 | NACIS Shanghai |
| Melody Yao | Grade 7 | Shanghai American School Pudong |
| Bernadette Zhu Shiqi | Grade 7 | NACIS Shanghai |
| Tania Jin Yitang | Grade 7 | Nord Anglia Chinese International School |
| Christina Zhang | Grade 7 | Nord Anglia International School, Minhang |
| Rachel Xu | Grade 6 | Shanghai High School International Division |
| Zach Zhang | Grade 6 | NACIS Shanghai |
| Hugo Chen | Grade 9 | Nord Anglia Chinese International School |
| Jet Xiao | Grade 6 | Nord Anglia Chinese International School |
| Sophia Seoyun Park | Grade 7 | Concordia International School Shanghai |
| Tao Lingfeng | Grade 6 | Shanghai Singapore International School |
| Rohan Krishna | Grade 6 | Shanghai Singapore International School |
Guidelines & Timeline of Themed Video Speech Round:
To ensure a successful next stage, advancing participants should follow the official guidelines and the designated timeline for submitting your Themed Video Speech entries.
1. Video Submission Period:
Apr 29 - May 28, 2025
Qualifiers will record a video speech based on their previously submitted composition, delivered without reading from a script.
Key rules and requirements on video:
- You cannot read from a script; you must deliver your speeches without any help.
- Submission deadline: Upload to the registration system by 11:59pm on May 28. Edits are not permitted after submission.
- Maximum length: 3 minutes.
- Size & Format: Max. 200 MB, MP4/AVI/MOV, or other common video formats.
- Aspect Ratio: 16:9 or 4:3 landscape. Stable footage with no shaking/backlighting.
- Audio: Clear voice, no background noise.
Note: Please submit a vertical portrait photo of the participant along with the video. The photo will be displayed on the online voting page and at the offline event venue. Ensure the image is clear and presentable.
Photo Specifications:
- Maximum file size: 5MB
- Background: A white or light-colored background is preferred.
- Usage: Your photo will be displayed on the video voting page and at the final offline event. Please ensure the photo is clear and presentable.
2. Evaluation Criteria of video:
- Speech delivery without reading from a script
- Clear pronunciation and articulation, with appropriate intonation and pace
- Fluent language use and natural stage presence
- Confident, engaging, and expressive delivery
3. Result Announcement:
The top 20 students from each group will qualify for the On-Site Showcase in late June. Results will be published on the Shanghai Daily WeChat account in early June.
Meanwhile, finalists will compete for the Best Popularity Award via public voting on CNS community.
We applaud all participants for your efforts in capturing Shanghai's spirit through your words.
To the advancing participants: Prepare to amplify your voice and share your stories with the world!
For inquiries, contact: info@shanghaidaily.com
Click here to access the registration platform for uploading your video.
