Andrew Weiser
andreww@isb.ac.th
The counseling staff would like to congratulate our own Debbie McDowell for receiving the “Excellence in Counseling” award from the University of Miami. With over 27,000 students applying to the University last year, there are many, many counselors in the running for this award!! Congratulations Debbie!!!!
All: The ISB counselors are facilitating a forum for parents about online safety for children, making smart technology choices, and owning one’s digital footprint. After a general session, we will break out by division to focus on age-specific issues. Space is limited to 20 High School parents. The forum takes place on February 14th from 8:00-9:30 am. Contact the Curriculum Office to register. Don’t miss it!
The Counseling department is looking for a volunteer parent to be in charge of the College Spotlight board in the high school. Every week we focus on a different university from the top schools around the world and our volunteer parents have always done a great job. We’re looking for a parent to continue that this much-appreciated job! See Cathy Curtis if you are interested.
Freshmen and Sophomores: Have you talked with your parents about your classes for next year? What are your strengths and weaknesses? What do you like best? What are requirements for graduation? What are university requirements? Start thinking about this, and if you have questions, be sure and ask your counselor. He/she is happy to talk with you!
Juniors: Junior Seminar III was January 28, 29. Juniors should have turned in the Junior Packet (Junior Profile, Resume, Self Recommendation etc.) This packet needs to be completed and turned in before a Junior Conference can be arranged. Congratulations to the vast majority of Juniors for doing a great job on the packet and we look forward to meeting with you and your parents in the Junior conference in the coming weeks!
Seniors: You may receive notice from your University about an updated transcript. Mid-Year reports (including Transcript) went out to all universities between January 25 and January 29.
As University decisions come in, students should notify their counselor. This is important information for future students!
Seniors applying to universities in Japan, Korea, Australia, South Africa etc. with late deadlines, PLEASE be aware of those deadlines. They can vary from university to university!! See your counselor if you have any questions.
Upcoming University Visits (Consult Naviance for any additions or changes)
| New York University – Abu Dhabi | February 11 | 10:15 AM |
| Blue Mountains Hotel School, Australia | February 13 | 10:15 AM |
| Wageningen University | February 13 | 10:15 AM |
| Linden Tour (15 U.S. Universities) | February 27 | 10:15 AM |
| Colleges That Changes Lives Tour (18 U.S. Universities) | March 1 | 10:15 AM |