This week, the students participating in the XCE in Guangzhou and XSI in Beijing begin their month-and-a-half-long studies and cultural immersion in China. The Grade 7 XCE students were first up, departing in two batches. The first XCE group  composed of 52 students and 6 teachers left on October 29 (Thu); while the second group, composed of 66 students and 5 teachers left this morning, October 30  (Fri) .  The XCE will last until Dec. 11.

The H4 seniors joining the XSI:Beijing will leave on Nov. 2 and will return on Dec. 14. Fifty students and six faculty members comprise the Beijing group. All the China-bound students, including their parents, attended the send-off Mass held last Oct. 28 (Wed) at the MPC. Let us all pray for a safe and enriching experience for all of them! God bless!