Jennifer Melton
jenniferm@isb.ac.th
If you will or may be leaving ISB this June, please plan to meet with your student’s counselor. We’re here to support families through this transition.
This week we were reminded of the great supportive community we have at ISB. We observed a “togetherness” with students in supporting each other after learning of the tragic loss of Anthony. We also saw an outpouring of good will, love and support from students for Anthony’s family. Students have been provided with tips and strategies on supporting each other and taking care of themselves. Please see the link below for these:
Supporting Yourself and Friend’s With Grief
Talking To Children About Death
Your sons and daughters have earned a well-deserved break with Songkran Holiday! Encourage them to have a safe and enjoyable week off and do something that they like to do. Go to the beach, read a book (that is not assigned by school!), see a movie, get outside and celebrate the Thai New Year!
The HS Counseling Office wishes families have a restful and enjoyable Songkran Break.
A few upcoming reminders:
Grade 11
Reminder, if students are thinking of taking the May 7 SAT, the registration deadline is today, April 8. There are a variety of universities visiting ISB in the month April. Students should take the time to meet with university representatives of schools of which they are interested. Thank you to parents for taking part on the Junior Conference. As part of the continued programming to support students applying to university, students should plan to attend upcoming University Labs:
- Applying to the UK, Thursday, April 21
- UK/UCAS Personal Statements on Friday, April 22
- US College Essays on Monday, April 25
- Researching Universities on Wednesday, April 27
Grade 12
University Decisions – This can be an anxious time for students with decisions arriving and preparing for exams. Seniors need to notify their counselors of admission decisions. If your student faces an admission denial or waitlist, it’s important to stress to that this decision is rarely a reflection of the student. If students have questions about being on a waitlist, trying to weigh their choices, etc., they’re encouraged to speak with their counselor who can help them in this process. We also encourage students to thank the teachers and counselors who put in a lot of time supporting students with recommendations.
Visit our December blog post on this very topic: “What your college applications don’t tell you” and our most recent post about how to handle “The College Waitlist”
Japan, Korea, and India – Students applying to Japan, Korea, and India met with counselors a few weeks ago to begin planning for upcoming applications. Students and parents should speak with their counselor and plan accordingly especially if deadlines are beyond graduation.
University Visits After Songkran
Monday, April 18
Ithaca College – 10:20am
Wednesday, April 20
University of British Columbia – 10:20am