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Parent/Teacher Conferences Reminder
Philip Bradley
philb@isb.ac.th
Please note that the High School Parent/Teacher Conferences will take place on Friday 4th October, this is not an instructional day for students. Students are strongly encouraged to join their parents (uniforms are not required).
Conferences will be held in the HS Gym.
Session 1: 7:30 to 11:15
Lunch: 11:15 to 12:00
Session 2 12:00 to 3:00
Parent/Teacher conferences are NOT pre-booked. Rather parents queue to meet each teacher. The conference format works very well but does not allow for lengthy conversations, 5 min is typical. Arriving with specific questions is a good plan especially if you have a concern that needs to be addressed. If you require an in depth / follow-up discussion with a teacher, please make an appointment for another day.
If you have any flexibility in when you attend session 2 is typically less busy, unless everyone follows this suggestion!
Global Citizenship Week (GCW)
Peter Roback
peterro@isb.ac.th
GCW registration for grade 12
Registration for Global Citizenship Week courses begins Monday, Sept 30 at 7:00pm for students in Grade 12. We strongly encourage that prior to this date you have conversations with your child about expectations – both cost and experience.
UPDATE – When registering online, students should ignore (do not complete) the health information questions after they select their courses. This information will be collected at a later time. Directions will be clear on the registration webpage.
Important guidelines:
- Students are required to complete a Category 1 (in Thailand) course before they graduate.
- Note: Does not apply to seniors who are new to ISB this year
- Note: Internships do not count as Category 1
- Students may only select a Category 3 (outside Asia) course if previously completed Category 1 (in Thailand).
- Students should list courses by preference. If one choice is full, we will try the next course in order.
- Students should communicate with parents before registering. Any changes after registration will result in students moving to the end of lists.
- Students will receive an email to their school account confirming registration.
- Students should register online using their ISB username and password
- Registration site: https://www2.isb.ac.th/gcw
Handbook site: https://www.isb.ac.th/Global_Citizenship_Week/default.aspx
Please use the following dates for other grade registrations:
Grade 12: Opens Sept 30 at 7pm, closes Oct 3 at 3pm
Grade 11: Opens Oct 4 at 7pm, closes Oct 7 at 3pm
Grade 10: Opens Oct 8 at 7pm, closes Oct 11 at 3pm
Grade 9: Opens Oct 14 at 7pm, closes Oct 16 at 3pm
Counseling News
Debbie McDowell
debbiem@isb.ac.th
Grade 9
This week in Freshman Seminar students explored and celebrated their own personal character strengths. All the 9th graders completed a well-respected and researched survey. This survey was created by the VIA program which focuses on positive psychology. The students were asked to reflect upon the results of the survey and when they may have called upon some of these strengths within their daily lives. Students were then asked to write themselves a letter that spoke of their personal character strengths – a letter that they can call upon when needing a boost of confidence.
Grade 10
All grade 10 students will be taking the PLAN on Wednesday, 16 October. The PLAN® program helps 10th graders build a solid foundation for future academic and career success. It is a comprehensive guidance resource that helps students measure their current academic development, explore career/training options, and make plans for the remaining years of high school and post-graduation years. It also helps prepare for the ACT.
Grade 11
Grade 11 students whose first language is something other than English will be taking the Institutional TOEFL on Tuesday, 15 October. This is a practice test which will allow students to get an understanding of what the real TOEFL will include.
All grade 11 students will be taking the PSAT on Wednesday, 16 October. The PSAT is a standardized test that provides firsthand practice for the SAT. Students become familiar with the kinds of questions and the exact directions for the SAT. Students receive feedback on strengths and weaknesses on skills necessary for college study. They can then focus preparation on those areas that could most benefit from additional study or practice.
Grade 12
University Labs continue to be available for all seniors on every Monday in room 3-203. Students should take advantage of this time to work on their applications or ask questions of the counselor available.
Students may elect to attend one of three workshops being offered by university admissions officers on Thursday, 3 October from 9:15 to 10:00. The works shops that are available are Essay Writing, How Colleges Evaluate Applications, and Mock Admissions. Students want to attend a workshop must obtain a ticket from the High School Counseling Office and have their 7th period teacher sign off indicating permission for them to miss part of that class.
It seems that the seniors are feeling a under stress. Please have a conversation about how things are going for your child. If he/she is feeling overwhelmed or stressed, suggest that he/she come see the counselor to explore ways to manage time and find opportunities for stress reduction.
University Presentations for Parents (and students)
On Thursday, 3 October, there will be three workshops provided by university admissions officers for parents. The topics are: How Colleges Evaluate Applications, Mock Admissions (limited to 16 parents), and U.S. Financial Aid. Please contact the High School Counseling Office or come by to sign up for the workshop of your choice. This is an excellent opportunity to hear directly from the university officials that will be making the admissions decisions.
On 3 October, four outstanding universities will be at ISB. At 6:30 PM in the Chevron Theatre, University of Virginia, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, Emory University and University of Wisconsin-Madison will be providing a short presentation and then will be available for individual discussions. Please plan on attending.
On Friday, 4 October, two universities will be available for parents and students during the lunch break of the Parent Teacher Conferences. The representative from the California College of the Arts will be able to provide a mini critique of a piece of work the student may want to include in a portfolio. Please don’t miss this opportunity to get professional advice!
University Visits
The following universities will be on campus:
| University | Location | Date/Time |
| Ontario College of Art & Design (OCAD) | Art Room | 9/30/13 10:15 AM |
| University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign | Room 3-203 | 10/1/13 9:50 AM |
| University of California at Los Angeles | Room 3-203 | 10/2/13 10:15 AM |
| California College of the Arts (San Francisco) | HS Art Room | 10/2/13 10:15 AM |
| European University Geneva | Room 3-203 | 10/2/13 10:15 AM |
| Worcester Polytechnic Institute | Room 3-203 | 10/2/13 10:15 AM |
| CIS Tour | ||
| University of California at Riverside | Cafeteria | 10/3/13 10:15 AM |
| California Lutheran University | Cafeteria | 10/3/13 10:15 AM |
| Canisius College | Cafeteria | 10/3/13 10:15 AM |
| Carroll College (Montana) | Cafeteria | 10/3/13 10:15 AM |
| Clark University | Cafeteria | 10/3/13 10:15 AM |
| Concordia University – Montreal | Cafeteria | 10/3/13 10:15 AM |
| Connecticut College | Cafeteria | 10/3/13 10:15 AM |
| DePauw University | Cafeteria | 10/3/13 10:15 AM |
| The George Washington University | Cafeteria | 10/3/13 10:15 AM |
| Gustavus Adolphus College | Cafeteria | 10/3/13 10:15 AM |
| Hawaii Pacific University | Cafeteria | 10/3/13 10:15 AM |
| Hobart and William Smith Colleges | Cafeteria | 10/3/13 10:15 AM |
| Hollins University | Cafeteria | 10/3/13 10:15 AM |
| IE University | Cafeteria | 10/3/13 10:15 AM |
| The University of Iowa | Cafeteria | 10/3/13 10:15 AM |
| Knox College | Cafeteria | 10/3/13 10:15 AM |
| Messiah College | Cafeteria | 10/3/13 10:15 AM |
| Michigan State University | Cafeteria | 10/3/13 10:15 AM |
| University of Michigan, Flint | Cafeteria | 10/3/13 10:15 AM |
| Monmouth College | Cafeteria | 10/3/13 10:15 AM |
| New York University | Cafeteria | 10/3/13 10:15 AM |
| Pace University, New York City | Cafeteria | 10/3/13 10:15 AM |
| University of the Pacific | Cafeteria | 10/3/13 10:15 AM |
| Pennsylvania State University – World Campus | Cafeteria | 10/3/13 10:15 AM |
| Pepperdine University | Cafeteria | 10/3/13 10:15 AM |
| Stony Brook University | Cafeteria | 10/3/13 10:15 AM |
| Syracuse University | Cafeteria | 10/3/13 10:15 AM |
| Texas Christian University | Cafeteria | 10/3/13 10:15 AM |
| University of Tulsa | Cafeteria | 10/3/13 10:15 AM |
| Emory University | Chevron | 10/3/13 6:30 PM |
| The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | Chevron | 10/3/13 6:30 PM |
| University of Virginia | Chevron | 10/3/13 6:30 PM |
| University of Wisconsin, Madison | Chevron | 10/3/13 6:30 PM |
| The University of Alabama at Birmingham | Athletic Breezeway | 10/4/13 11:15 AM |
| California College of the Arts (San Francisco) | Athletic Breezeway | 10/4/13 11:15 AM |
The 19th Annual Bangkok International Choir Festival (BICF)Kerri Fitzgerald
kerrif@isb.ac.th
The 19th Annual Bangkok International Choir Festival (BICF) Gala Concert will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 5, in the Chevron. Please arrive and be seated by 1:45 pm for this amazing choral concert – it is very popular and we are expecting a large crowd (admission – free). Late comers will only be admitted during selected applause points.
This year’s festival will feature individual choirs from Bangkok Patana School, Bromsgrove International School, Ekamai International School, Grace International School-Chiang Mai, International Community School, International School Bangkok, NIST International School, Ruamrudee International School, and Shrewsbury International School, as well as the festival chorus (all schools combined) under the direction of guest conductor, Mr Kevin Allen – Schmid.
A cake reception follows the concert .
MUN BKK at ISB OCT 12th.
Kerri Fitzgerald
kerrif@isb.ac.th
MUN (Model United Nations) Open Session Thursday October 3rd, MPB 1 from 2:15. Come along and see how MUN works and watch our speakers and debaters in a formalised situation. Thira Chartsakulkanjanajarn says ” Words are power. There is nothing quite like words. They have the ability to alter the course of history, to change the world. However, the use of words is like a muscle. It must be trained and sculpted under vigorous conditions in order for it to become extremely proficient. This is what the Model United Nations aims to do. It is essentially a gym for those interested in perfecting their skills with words. It teaches students the beautiful art of manipulating words in order to convey a certain point. It teaches students how to negotiate with others, and how to compromise. All of this is within a global context, so students get much more than just training in the ways of articulation, they also gain an insight into current situations occurring in the world”
Game Night
Kerri Fitzgerald
kerrif@isb.ac.th
Games Night will be October 3 rd in the MPB 5:30 – 8 pm with many amazing prizes to be won and a raffle to win donations for an ISB club with a cause. The theme is “The Roaring Twenties’ and Student council are to be commended for their great planning to get this event together
MUN (Model United Nations) Open Session Thursday October 3rd, MPB 1 from 2:15. Come along and see how MUN works and watch our speakers and debaters in a formalised situation. Thira Chartsakulkanjanajarn says ” Words are power. There is nothing quite like words. They have the ability to alter the course of history, to change the world. However, the use of words is like a muscle. It must be trained and sculpted under vigorous conditions in order for it to become extremely proficient. This is what the Model United Nations aims to do. It is essentially a gym for those interested in perfecting their skills with words. It teaches students the beautiful art of manipulating words in order to convey a certain point. It teaches students how to negotiate with others, and how to compromise. All of this is within a global context, so students get much more than just training in the ways of articulation, they also gain an insight into current situations occurring in the world”
eNewsletter Guidelines
Tony Arnold
anthonya@isb.ac.th
ISB eNewsletters provide a valuable avenue for communication within the ISB parent community. For your convenience we have provided you with our eNewsletter guidelines below.
Submitting an announcement for publication
ISB accepts announcements from ISB families for potential publication in our eNewsletters. The announcements are generally intended to highlight events that occur at ISB and/or highlight information about ISB.
What to include in the announcement
• A title for your announcement
• An email contact for further information
Where to submit your announcement
4publish@isb.ac.th is for announcements of interest to the entire ISB community.
tinaratr@isb.ac.th is for Elementary School (ES) announcements of interest to ES families.
maurilib@isb.ac.th is for Middle School (MS) announcements of interest to MS families.
vijitl@isb.ac.th is for High School (HS) announcements of interest to HS families.
Your announcement will be submitted to the appropriate Principal and/or to our Marketing Director for review. ISB reserves the right to determine which announcements will and will not be published, and to edit announcements that are approved for publication.
Frequency of eNewsletter mailings
The ISB eNewsletter that is for the entire community is sent out on Thursdays. Announcements for potential publication in this newsletter must be received by noon on Thursdays.
The ES, MS, and HS eNewsletters are sent out on Fridays. Announcements for potential publication in these newsletters must be received by noon on Fridays.