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This page contains historical news coverage for Bright Scholar Education Holdings Limited (BEDU), which operated as an international K-12 education services provider until completing a going-private merger in December 2025. The company's American Depositary Shares ceased trading on the New York Stock Exchange following the transaction, ending its period as a publicly-traded entity.
During its time as a public company, Bright Scholar's news flow covered a range of topics relevant to the private education sector. Quarterly earnings reports detailed performance across the company's international schools and complementary education services segments, providing insight into enrollment trends, revenue per student, and geographic segment performance. Regulatory developments represented another significant news category, particularly regarding education policies in China where the company maintained its largest school footprint.
This historical news archive documents significant events in Bright Scholar's corporate history, including the announcement and completion of the going-private transaction, changes in regulatory environment affecting private education providers, and operational developments such as school openings or closings. For those researching the private K-12 education industry or the company's business trajectory, this archive provides context on how external factors and internal decisions shaped the company's evolution.
Note that as BEDU no longer trades publicly, there will be no new public company disclosures or earnings reports. This archive serves as a record of the company's activities and developments during its period as a NYSE-listed educational services provider from its 2017 initial public offering through its December 2025 delisting.
Biostage, Inc. announced a leadership transition effective March 1, 2023. Existing board member Jerry He replaces David Green as Chairman and CEO, while Green continues on the Board to assist in the transition. Jerry He previously served as Executive Vice Chairman of Bright Scholar Education Holdings Limited and has a strong background in biotechnology and finance. Biostage develops regenerative medicine solutions for gastrointestinal and airway disorders. The company is preparing for FDA-approved clinical trials aimed at treating esophageal cancer, a condition impacting many patients with a low survival rate.
Bright Scholar Education Holdings Limited (NYSE: BEDU) announced significant management changes on February 22, 2023. Meng Rui has been appointed as an independent director and chairman of the audit committee, qualifying as an audit committee financial expert. Concurrently, Wanmei Li has resigned as Co-CEO for personal reasons, with Hongru Zhou taking the CEO role. Zi Chen is now the president, while Ruolei Niu is appointed as the new CFO, succeeding Dongmei Li, who transitions to senior management counsel. These changes aim to enhance governance and operational leadership at Bright Scholar.
On February 10, 2023, Bright Scholar Education Holdings Limited (NYSE: BEDU) held an extraordinary general meeting of shareholders. The meeting resulted in the removal of three directors: Junli He, Peter Andrew Schloss, and Ronald J. Packard, effective immediately. Junli He's employment was terminated on January 10, 2023. The company is currently seeking new directors to join its Board. Bright Scholar continues to focus on providing quality international education to students globally.
Bright Scholar Education Holdings Limited (NYSE: BEDU) announced an extraordinary general meeting on February 10, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. in Foshan, Guangdong. The meeting will consider the removal of directors Junli He, Peter Andrew Schloss, and Ronald J. Packard. January 17, 2023, is the record date for shareholders to attend. Bright Scholar focuses on providing quality international education, equipping students with necessary academic skills for higher education success.
Bright Scholar Education Holdings Limited (NYSE: BEDU) announced on December 30, 2022, that the Buyer Group, composed of Huiyan Yang and Meirong Yang, has officially withdrawn their non-binding proposal to privatize the company. The initial proposal was submitted on April 29, 2022. Bright Scholar remains focused on its mission to provide quality international education and equip students with essential skills. The company emphasizes its commitment to business development and acknowledges potential risks associated with forward-looking statements.
Bright Scholar Education Holdings Limited (NYSE: BEDU) reported its financial results for Q4 and FY 2022, showcasing a revenue increase of 26.2% YoY in Q4 to RMB 403.9 million and 22.3% YoY for the fiscal year at RMB 1.71 billion. Gross profit surged by 73.4% YoY in Q4, reaching RMB 83.8 million. The operating loss improved by 70.9% YoY in Q4, totaling RMB 59.4 million. For FY 2022, net loss decreased to RMB 159.4 million, down 3.8% YoY. The company emphasized ongoing recovery post-pandemic, with overseas school revenue up 61.1% in Q4. Management remains cautious regarding macroeconomic challenges.
Bright Scholar Education Holdings Limited (NYSE: BEDU) announced a board change, with Huiyan Yang resigning as chairperson effective November 30, 2022, due to personal reasons. Her departure was not due to any disagreement regarding the company's operations. Hongru Zhou has been appointed as the new chairman and director, effective the same date. Zhou, a co-founder of Country Garden Venture Capital, holds a degree in applied mathematics and economics from Harvard. Following these changes, the Board will consist of six members, three of whom are independent.
Bright Scholar Education Holdings Limited (NYSE: BEDU) announced that it will release its unaudited financial results for the fourth fiscal quarter and fiscal year ended August 31, 2022 on November 29, 2022, post US market closure. The earnings press release will be available on their investor relations page. Bright Scholar is dedicated to providing quality international education and offers both global and local curricula to support students' academic pursuits.
Bright Scholar Education Holdings Limited (NYSE: BEDU) announced on September 1, 2022, that it has regained compliance with the NYSE's minimum share price requirement. The company had previously been notified of non-compliance on March 25, 2022, due to its average ADS price falling below US$1.00 over 30 trading days. To regain compliance, Bright Scholar adjusted the ADS ratio from 1:1 to 1:4, effective August 19, 2022. Following this change, the NYSE confirmed the company's average ADS price exceeded US$1.00, allowing it to remain listed on the exchange.
Bright Scholar Education Holdings Limited (NYSE: BEDU) announced the results of its 2022 annual general meeting held on August 22, 2022. Shareholders approved the appointment of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Certified Public Accountants LLP as the company's independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending August 31, 2022. Bright Scholar is a global leader in educational services, offering international education and essential academic foundations to students worldwide while providing a Chinese curriculum for those pursuing higher education in China.
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