This Month @ CLIP - February 2023

March 03 2023

Opinion article

Can you believe it’s been two months since the beginning of the year? Time flies when you’re a busy bee, and we sure did have much to do this month at CLIP

This Month @ CLIP - February 2023

February at CLIP School was a month filled with exciting activities and events. The month started with a Solidarity Concert that brought together German, French, British, and CLIP school students for a heartwarming celebration of music and solidarity. The concert ended with a joint song that moved sound waves and hearts.
Valentine's Day was also celebrated at the school with Clippers in Motion delivering roses and messages to unsuspecting victims. The music students joined the action for the first time. Over 1000 roses were distributed, raising €800 to support the Ukrainian people.

Diplomacy and international relations took centre stage at CLIP School in the 16th Oporto Model United Nations. Over 200 delegates gathered for three days to discuss contemporary and historical events across seven committees. Mr Carlos Coelho, a member of the European Parliament, joined the opening ceremony, sharing valuable insights on how collaboration is the only way towards international advancement.

The Carnival party was a highlight of the month, with the West Canteen transformed into a dance floor and a costume parade. Students dressed up in their best costumes and rocked the dance floor. The Lower School students were the clear winners of the adorableness award.

The month also saw students in F6 through F8 present their findings on different cultures worldwide in the LTR Trip Around the World. March promises to be another exciting month at CLIP School with Physics students visiting CERN, workshops in the Lower School, Varsity is back, Forms 3 and 4 are having a play, Poetry Day is here, and French is being celebrated as the Language of the Month.

In conclusion, February was a month filled with events and activities that showcased the diversity and talent of the CLIP School community. March promises to be even more exciting, and we can't wait to see what the future holds for CLIP School.

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June 06 2026

"My China Story" Awards

The award ceremony for the “My China Story” Short Video Competition, organised by the Chinese Embassy in Portugal, was held in Lisbon on 6 June 2026, bringing together participants from across the country to celebrate cultural exchange and storytelling. Among the recognised winners were two Confucius Classroom extracurricular Chinese students, Skylar (Form 4) and Keagan (Form 5), who were awarded Third Prize in the Portuguese Division for their outstanding video submission. Notably, they were also among the youngest participants to receive an award in this year’s competition. Skylar and Keagan began learning Chinese three years ago. Through dedication and consistent effort, they have become confident speakers, able to communicate fluently in everyday situations while demonstrating impressive language ability and cross-cultural understanding. Their passion for learning Chinese has remained steadfast over the years. Daily activities such as practising conversations together, carefully writing Chinese characters, watching Chinese cartoons, and reading Chinese storybooks have become part of their routine. Additionally, topics such as Chinese cuisine, history, and traditional culture feature prominently in their interests and discussions. Learning Chinese has not only equipped them with valuable language skills but has also enabled them to build meaningful international connections. Through their studies, they have formed friendships with peers in China, viewing the Chinese language as a bridge that fosters mutual understanding and friendship across cultures. At the ceremony, the students received their awards under the guidance of Ms Zhang Yan, Chinese Director of the Confucius Institute at the University of Minho, and their teacher, Ms Maggie Wang. Their achievement reflects both their personal commitment to language learning and the school’s broader dedication to promoting international-mindedness, cultural exchange, and academic excellence.

June 02 2026

CLIP Teams in the National Women’s Basketball Championship

The final stage of the Portuguese National Under‑18 Women’s Basketball Championship took place in May at the Pavilhão da Física in Torres Vedras. As the country’s main youth competition in this age group, it brought together four of the strongest teams in Portugal: CRC Quinta dos Lombos, Sporting CP, CLIP Teams and CPN. Sporting CP finished at the top to claim the national title, with CRC Quinta dos Lombos securing second place, while CPN concluded the tournament in fourth place. CLIP Teams delivered a particularly positive campaign, competing strongly against top opposition and earning an impressive third-place finish! Individual performances were also recognised through the selection of the All-Star Five, which included CLIP Teams' Maria Marcelino! Congratulations! Overall, the competition highlighted the quality and promise of youth women’s basketball in Portugal, with CLIP Teams standing out for their strong, spirited performances and securing a well-deserved place among the top three teams in the country. We couldn't be more proud!

June 01 2026

CLIP with Ajudaris at Hospital Pedro Hispano

In honour of World Children’s Day, CLIP joined Ajudaris in the celebration at Hospital Pedro Hispano as an ambassador of affection, bringing warmth, joy, and emotional connection to young patients and their families. This special participation reflects a broader mission led by Ajudaris, which is taking significant steps toward building yet another meaningful and inspiring story. Ajudaris is expanding its impact nationwide, with the goal of bringing color, joy, and comfort to children who are hospitalized, institutionalized, or attending pediatric consultations across Portugal and the Islands. This ambitious initiative will reach a wide network of care, including 58 pediatric units, 4 Family Health Units, and 23 residential care homes for children and young people. Through this initiative, Ajudaris aims to go beyond immediate emotional support by fostering different forms of literacy — linguistic, verbal, and aesthetic. Ultimately, these efforts contribute to what they call “literacy of the heart,” nurturing empathy, expression, and human connection in children facing vulnerable situations. CLIP's presence symbolizes this mission in action, transforming moments of difficulty into opportunities for joy, imagination, and affection.