ES Parent Education workshop – Thurs. April 2, 2015, 7.30am – 9am
Math Mindset & Rethinking Fluency: Raising Kids Who Love Math
Join us on Thursday, April 2nd at 7:30 AM, for a Parent Training that will help you uncover your own mindset about Math. Learning coaches Sarah Fleming and Kim Bentley will be running an interactive, research-based session that will help us rethink the way we talk to our kids about math. We will unpack big questions such as:
- How do we cultivate a mindset for growth in Math?
- Why is this so important for our learners?
In addition, we will take a deep dive into a favorite topic for parents: computational fluency! We will unpack common myths of fluency, and share ideas of how fluency can be effectively supported at home.
ES PTA Meeting Postponed
The ES PTA meeting on April 2nd is postponed to Thursday, April 30th at 7:30 am in the new Middle School Skybox (this is on the 3rd floor across from the LDC).
For Grade 5 Parents: Information about Grade 6 Program for 2015 and Submitting Course Requests
Enclosed is the link to information about our grade 6 program for next school year and directions on how to submit your child’s course requests – this is done electronically within PowerSchool and they can be submitted anytime between now and 7:00 am on Thursday, April 2nd.
Click here to access the PowerPoint used at the parent information meeting.
Click here to access the information package explaining steps in the process and how to submit course requests for grade 6.
Click here to access the MS Program of Studies for 2015-2016.
Moe Baron-Toaldo
MS Dean of Students
ES ‘Out of Uniform’ Day—April 2 and 3, 2015
These two days are ‘Out of uniform’ days in the Elementary School. On PE days, students need to wear their PE uniforms. On their non PE day, students may choose to not wear their ISB uniform.
It’s Here! The ES ISB Book Awards and Character Dress-up days!
This year, we are showcasing books that highlight the “healthy, balanced and active learners” part of our mission statement. Stop by the HUB to see the HUB decorated in “Oscars” style to celebrate the winning selections. Students are encouraged to dress up as healthy, active, and/or balanced book characters during the April 2nd/ 3rd Free Dress Day. A photographer will be on hand to document students in their costumes–it would be helpful for children to bring the book their character comes from, if you have a copy at home. Looking forward to seeing all those healthy, active, balanced characters!
Click here to see a PDF of the nominations by grade level!
ES After School Activities
All of ASA have already hosted their 4th session so there are no longer any changes permitted. Please note that the makeup class for Parkour that was cancelled this week, will be offered on May 12th. I am in the office daily from 1:30pm – 3:30pm if you have any questions or concerns.
Livnat Ziskinder
ES After School Activities Coordinator
esactivities@isb.ac.th
Panther Paws Track & Field Registration. DEADLINE APRIL 3rd
Register now for Panther Paws Track and Field. Open to students Pre K – Grade 5.
The Panther Paws Track and Field program will take place on Friday afternoons on the following dates: April 24, May 1, 8 and 15 on the ISB track, 5 – 7pm
Cost: THB 700 per student, including shirt and water bottle. Please note: As this is a parent run activity we must have parent (not helper) volunteers for each session. For more information, follow this link: Panther Paws Track and Field
by Kim de Keijzer
contact: pantherpawsisb@gmail.com
Cafeteria News… Did You Know…?
Yellow Mango Mania is Back!! There are actually some blessings that come along as the scorching hot season commences. One of the best is the naturally ripe, sweet fruit we can savor at this time. This would include the ‘King of Fruits’, the yellow mango. We’re whipping up fresh Seasonal Fruit Smoothies such as our Mango Madness, Mango Strawberry Kiss and Mango Blueberry Bang at the Grind. The health benefits of Mango are so numerous, we will only be able to mention a few: Mangoes are rich in antioxidants and alkalizing properties which help combat cancer causing agents, inflammation and other disease. They contain high levels of fiber and vitamin C which lower cholesterol and boost the immune system. Mangoes are high in vitamin A which improves vision. And if that is not yet enough, add our Superfoods, Organic Wheatgrass and Organic Ground Flaxseeds, to any smoothie to create the ultimate health boost, all in one cup! Enjoy.
New: Check us out on facebook:https://www.facebook.com/epicurethailandFollow us on twitter: https://twitter.com/EpicureThailand
Michelle Mueller Ihrig
Contract Manager
Epicure Catering
cafeteria@isb.ac.th
(Repeat) Class Placement for 2015-16
Parents who would like to give us information to consider for class placement in 2015-16 are welcome to do so. Please pick up a form in the Counseling Office starting Tuesday, March 17. The forms are due back in the Counseling Office by Friday, April 3.
Please note: Parents may not request specific teachers. This form asks for learning and educational information regarding your child. For parents who are unable to come in to pick up a form, please contact the Counseling Secretary at kunlawan@isb.ac.th for an electronic copy.
(Repeat) If You Know you are Leaving ISB
Families who are leaving ISB at the end of the school year are asked to inform the school as soon as possible using the official Notice of Withdrawal Form. This helps us prepare school records for your child and with planning for next year. Completed forms can be dropped off at the ES Office.
(Repeat) ES P.E. Swimming
Swimming units for some classes in PE have started. We have a total of three sessions of swimming times for Elementary School. Please see the below schedule for all swimming sessions. This year we will not be sending home letters about the swimming unit. Instead, all pertinent information will be posted on our PE blog. You can access our blog on your child’s classroom blog or by going to this link:https://inside.isb.ac.th/perrype/
First Session: March 5 – April 7
Grade 5: Greenwood, Armitage
Grade 4: Hamlin, Crimi
Grade 3: Haynes, Martin, Dobrowski
Grade 2: Allen, Eide
Grade 1: Allen, Hagen
KG: No class at this time
PreKG: Patty, Bailey
Second Session: April 8 – May 13
Grade 5: Herdrich, Perkins
Grade 4: Ward, Jessee
Grade 3: Day, Vilim
Grade 2: Madden, Meyer
Grade 1: Bell, Ducharme
KG: Brickerd, Pool
Third Session: May 14 – June 10
Grade 5: Murray, Scott, Ekstran
Grade 4: Macky, Hunter
Grade 3: Palmer, Bailey
Grade 2: McAloon, Giles
Grade 1: Scranton, Hardman
KG: Chang, Whitman
(Repeat) 5th Grade Book Sale
Thursday April 23 and Friday April 24
The 5th grade book sale is a yearly sale put on by the 5th graders with the help of the teachers, IAs, and parents.
The Funds raised from this Charity event support the Mercy Center in Klong Toey and pays for the education for many underprivileged kids who cannot afford education. Last year they raised close to B200,000.00. This year we, of course, would like to beat that amount.
Please start sending books and/or complete board games to school with your child. The book boxes are located around the school. You may also drop them in 5th grade work room. (small room at the top of the stairs in the 5th grade quad).
Books to Donate
Children’s books
Young Adult books Fiction and Non Fiction
Adult Fiction and Non Fiction
Appropriate magazines
Please Do Not Donate
Text Books
Manuals
Inappropriate Books or Magazines
Books with missing pages or covers
(These books have to be disposed of by our volunteers and takes away from actual sorting time)
(Repeat) Learn to Swim Program
The Learn to Swim Program will offer one more session before the end of the school year.
Session 4 – April 20th to May 28th
There are openings in the following classes
ES (K-5)
Mon & Wed 2:30-3:10
Tues & Thurs 2:30-3:10
Cost is 5000 baht for 6 weeks (12 classes)
Please go to this link to sign up. As spaces are limited you will be informed by email if you have secured a place. If you have already signed up, please do not do so again. We only have space for 15 more swimmers. For more information contact Corry Day (corryd@isb.ac.th)
Calendar of Events
March/April 2015
| Mar. 30 | Booster Club Meeting 11:00 am |
| Mar. 30 -April 3 | ES Hub Book Awards Week and Character Dress up Days |
| Apr. 1 | KG Field Trip to Bangkok Children’s Museum, 9:00am-1:00 pm |
| Apr. 2 | ES Parent Education Workshop 7:30 am (ES MPR) |
| Apr. 2-3 | ES ‘Out of School Uniform’ Day |
| Apr. 3 | Thai Food Fair |
| First Friday with Andy 8:00 am | |
| Apr. 6 | Chakri Day Professional Day (No school for students and classified staff) |
| Apr. 10 | Submission Deadline for BoT Nominations |
| Apr. 13-17 | Spring Holiday |
| Apr. 21 | Board of Trustees Meeting |
| Apr. 22 | Earth Day |
| Apr. 23-24 | Gr. 5 Book Sale |
| Apr. 24 | Lost and Found Display |
| Apr. 25 | ASD Photo Day |
| Cub Scouts Blue and Gold Banquet | |
| Apr. 27 | Board of Trustees Meet the Candidates Night 6:30 pm |
| Apr. 28 | 1:00 pm Early Dismissal |
| Apr. 30 | ES PTA Parent Meeting 7:30 am (new MS skybox – on the 3rd floor across from the LDC) |
