See you at the “Music in the Park” this Sunday!
This Sunday, the 15th of January, 4pm – 7pm, ISB is hosting the Music in the Park, featuring Pro Musica. Pro Musica will play the compositions of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej. Come and join us as we honor the life of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej through beautiful music. We will also join in song for The King’s Anthem and have a candle lighting. Bring your picnic blanket or fold up chairs. There will be a wide selection of delicious Thai food and refreshment stalls.
Discover the remarkable music of His Majesty. His Majesty was widely recognized for his musical talent, particularly in 1964 when His Majesty became the first ever Asian honorary member of Vienna’s prestigious Die Akademic fur Musik und Darstellende Kunst.
Pro Musica
The Bangkok Pro Musica Orchestra, founded in 1958, is Thailand’s first professional ensemble Orchestra. Since 2011, Bangkok Pro Musica Orchestra has regularly been performing the royal compositions under the baton of M.L. Usni Pramoj, one of its founders. M.L. Usni Pramoj is currently member of the Thai Privy Council and recipient of the Thai National Artist Award and the ASEAN Award for the performing arts. He is one of the pioneers of classical music in Thailand and his arrangements of His Majesty’s compositions represent a unique blend of jazz and classical styles.
Entrance:
Adults: Presale – Baht 200, At the entrance – Baht 250
Children: Presale – Baht 100, At the entrance – Baht 150.
Presale Location: in front of the panther at the front of the school
Every weekday, 7.00 a.m – 8.30 a.m.
For more information, please contact: Khun Sutida Vichitkulwongsa Chawaldit sutida.chawaldit@gmail.com
Friends and family welcome.
Don’t miss the International Family Fair – Saturday 21st
By: Rachel Nahmias
arjmon13@gmail.com
It’s almost time for the biggest community spirited event of the school year. It is an event not to be missed, with performances, delicious food, games, activities, great prizes and the parade!
Please come to our last planning meeting – 16th of January, 10:00 MPB2
And don’t miss the big day – 21st of January, 4-7 pm @ISB
Take part in the IFF ES Art exhibition
By: Rachel Nahmias
arjmon13@gmail.com
At the IFF we will have an Art Exhibition featuring artwork from Elementary students. Encourage your child to take part; it is simple to be involved:
– Each child will be provided 1 sheet of art paper through the class teacher.
– They can create a drawing that expresses “Celebrations from home” and how they feel about it.
– Every ES student is allowed to submit 1 drawing
– Return the drawings from the 9th – 18th of January into an IFF box located in the ES office.
ENJOY!
IFF Raffle Ticket Sales
By: Natalie Lollback
lollbackng@gmail.com
Tickets are on sale for the popular IFF Raffle! 50 baht per ticket with chances to win great prizes.
***Sneak Peek: Ipad & Apple Watch!***
Stop by the IFF raffle table in front of admissions on Thursday and near the Booster Hut this Friday. 1:30-3:00. We will also be selling everyday next week!
ISB School Board Meeting, Tuesday, January 17
By: Walairat (Oor) WATTANA-UNGKOON
walairaw@isb.ac.th
The next School Board regular meeting will be on Tuesday, January 17, 2017 (Tuesday), 6:00 pm in MPB 3. All ISA members are welcome to attend.
First Friday with Andy
By: Dr. Andrew Davies
andrewd@isb.ac.th
The next “First Friday with Andy” will take place on Friday 13th January at 8:00am in the Orange Room (near the admissions office).
“First Friday with Andy” is an open forum for parents to meet informally with the Head of School and address any topics of interest or concern. No signing up is necessary; simply come and participate if you are free and interested.
Campus Closures and Parking Info for Music in the Park event
By: Mark Hevland, Head of Risk Management
markh@isb.ac.th
As a reminder, the ISB campus will be closed for activities and use this Sunday, Jan 15th, in preparation for the “Music in the Park” concert. The entrances to the school will open at 3:30pm for all ticket holders. Tickets will also be on sale at the school entrance for those who have not purchased them yet. Only those attending the event will be allowed on campus during the hours of 3:30 and 7:30pm (excluding those needing to cross campus between the Saruwan and front gates).
We are expecting a large turnout to the event and there will be some parking constraints. To help alleviate this pressure, we please ask the following:
– Please can all residents of Nichada walk or ride their bikes to the event. The three main bike parking gate areas will be open for easy access.
– For those needing to drive to the event, please consider carpooling
– If you have a driver, please have them drop you off at the school and then park off campus in the Secret Garden lot next to the Villa Market.
Cars will be allowed to park in the main parking lot in front of the admin and elementary buildings. Golf cart will be parking to the left of the main entrance in the parking lot in front of the Chevron theater. We will only be able to allow ONE row of golf carts to be parked along the turnaround.
Once the parking lot is full, the gates will be closed to any further vehicle access. Cars will be able to park in the Nichada Club parking lot and in the Secret Garden parking. We ask that you please follow the directions of the guards when parking inside the ISB lot or when looking for alternative parking areas. We want to ensure that everyone enters the lot safely, but also to make sure everyone can exit smoothly when the concert ends.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. Please don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions at markh@isb.ac.th
IFF Flag Parade on Saturday 21st – 4PM
By: Gabriela & Sanja
gabilux1969@gmail.com
sanja_stanley@hotmail.com)
Dear all,
First of all, thank you very much to all the countries who have already signed up to participate in the IFF Flag Parade 2017!
We will meet on Saturday January the 21st at 3:15pm at the ES Cafeteria in order to have enough time to provide sashes and flags to everyone and be ready for the Parade on time.
Secondly, there are already almost 39 countries confirmed. A Big Thanks to all of them for stepping in! Welcome Argentina, Australia, Bangladesh, Brazil, Canada, China, Colombia, Denmark, Egypt, France, Georgia, Germany, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Morocco, Nepal, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Pakistan, Philippines, Russia, Serbia, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Thailand, Turkey, UK and USA.
Thirdly, if your country is not in the list above, you still have time to participate. Just email us by Monday the 16th. Or, you can also join the countries already confirmed in the parade. Everyone is welcome!
Finally, we hope to see everyone in the last IFF meeting this Monday, January 16th at 10am in the MPB room. We’ll provide more information during the meeting, however you can contact any of us in advance. Thank you.
Get ready, the big ISB PTA event will start soon!
Gabriela & Sanja
(gabilux1969@gmail.com / sanja_stanley@hotmail.com)
The International Family Fair is coming and we need volunteers!
By: Maria Van Zant
mvanzant@hotmail.com
The annual International Family Fair (IFF) is on Saturday, January 21 from 4:00 to 7:00pm.
This is a chance to celebrate our international diversity with food and fun from many different nationalities represented here at our school. We will also have fun activities and games for all ages.
This great community event cannot be possible without your help — it takes over 100 volunteers to make the day fun for all. So please sign up for a shift of one hour or so for ticket or drink sales or to assist with the games. Please click on the links below to volunteer. No experience necessary, just bring your smile!
Volunteer for ticket sales and games at IFF on January 21st
Sell drinks with Booster Club at the IFF on January 21st
Occupational Therapy now available at ISB
By: Cindy Warner-Dobrowski, Director of Student Services
cindyw@isb.ac.th
We are excited to welcome Kiratinoot Luanganggoon, Pediatric Occupational Therapist, to ISB as another step toward becoming a more inclusive school. Kira will begin providing services on a part time basis later this semester.
Occupational therapists are healthcare professionals who support children in developing the skills they need for playing, learning, and taking care of themselves. They help children become more independent in their everyday lives by targeting cognitive, physical, sensory, and motor skills. We are excited about the benefits that having an occupational therapist on campus will bring to our students with diverse learning needs.
Kira has her Master of Occupational Therapy Practice from LaTrobe University in Melbourne, and her BS in Occupational Therapy from Mahidol University.
To meet Kira and learn more about the role of an occupational therapist, please join our parent training next week Thursday from 8-9 am in the ESMPR. If you believe your child may need occupational therapy, please contact their counselor for more information.
Parent Workshop
Sensory Integration: Understanding and Supporting Your Child’s Development
Kiratinoot Luanganggoon, Pediatric Occupational Therapist at ISB
Thursday 19 January 2017
8-9 am
ESMPR
The sensory system helps children make sense of the sensory input in their environment and respond appropriately. Children who struggle with sensory processing may have difficulty focusing and regulating their behavior.
Join Kiratinoot Luanganggoon, Pediatric Occupational Therapist at ISB, to learn about:
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The sensory system and its role in learning
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Red flags for sensory difficulties
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Fun home activities that support healthy sensory development for ALL children
After School Dance Registration is open
By: Helen Weir
isbasd@isb.ac.th
Registration for After School Dance 2nd Semester:
Monday 9th to Friday 13th January between 8.00am – 3.00pm in the Community Office (next to Nurse / bookstore). (Invoices will be available for returning students.)
Students who participated first term have a spot reserved for them in the same class until Friday 13th January 3pm when all payment must be received to confirm their place. Students may not attend classes until fees have been paid in full. The schedule remains the same. ASD term starts Monday 16th January.
After School Dance is a full-year program. First semester, the focus is on learning specific dance skills, vocabulary and techniques. Second semester classes build on this foundation and work on developing choreography for the annual Dance Concert. Please be aware requests for new classes can be difficult to accommodate second semester.
New Students with prior Dance experience may submit a Class Request Form that is available during Registration or by e-mail.
For Further information https://www.isb.ac.th/after-school-dance, or email Helen Weir at isbasd@isb.ac.th.
IMP – Music Program for 2nd semester
By: Angela Kohl
angelak@isb.ac.th
Welcome to the 2nd semester of Music Lessons! ISB offers instruction on a variety of instruments and voice after school. We still have a few openings for the second semester. If you are interested in your child learning through the IMP, please contact the coordinator Angela Kohl (angelak@isb.ac.th) for more information and registration.
Soccer Coaching at ISB: 2017
By: Bangkok Soccer Schools
s.welham@bangkoksoccerschools.com
Dear Parents
For your information please find below details of the soccer courses we are running at ISB next term
January – June 2017
All courses will be starting at ISB School from Monday January 16th
(All sessions are open to boys and girls but if anyone has a group of girls interested in training together please let us know and we can start a girls only group)
Courses on offer
Mondays
(17 week course)
4.00pm – 5.00pm
BSS Mini
Players born 2010 – 2011
Field E
5.15pm – 6.30pm
Players born 2008 – 2009
Field D
5.15pm – 6.30pm
Players born 2002 – 2003
Field D
Tuesday
(19 week course)
5.15pm – 6.30pm
Players born 2008 – 2009
Field D
5.15pm – 6.30pm
Players born 2004 – 2005
Field D
Wednesday
(18 week course)
5.15pm – 6.30pm
Players born 2008 – 2009
Field D
5.15pm – 6.30pm
Players born 2006 – 2007
Field D
5.15pm – 6.30pm
Players 2004 – 2005
Field D
Thursday
(18 week course)
4.00pm – 5.00pm
BSS Mini
Players born 2010 – 2011
Field E
5.15pm – 6.30pm
Players born 2004 – 2005
Field D
5.15pm – 6.30pm
Players born 2006 – 2007
Field D
Friday
(16 week course)
5.15 – 6.30pm
Players born 2006 – 2007
Field D
5.15pm – 6.30pm
Players born 2004 – 2005
Field D
COURSE FEES
Monday course: 8000 baht
Tuesday course: 8500 baht
Wednesday course: 8100 baht
Thursday courses: 8100 baht
Friday courses: 7200 baht
If you would like to join more than 1 course please note that every additional course is half price
If you would like to register your child for any of the course please send us the following details
Day(s) attending:
Age group attending:
Childs name:
Childs date of birth:
Parents name:
Primary emergency mobile number:
Secondary emergency mobile number:
Please note there is no training on the following dates
Friday 20th January – Pitches not available
Friday 3rd February – Pitched not available
Monday 13th February – Public Holiday
Thursday 6th April – Public Holiday
10th – 14th April – Songkran Holidays
Monday 1st May – Public Holiday
Friday 5th May – Public Holiday
Wednesday 10th May – Public Holiday
Have a great holiday and see you next term
Stuart Welham
Bangkok Soccer Schools
3rd Floor, Crystal Football Club
18 Soi Praditmanutum 19
Praditmanutum Road
Ladprao, Bangkok, 10230
E-mail: s.welham@bangkoksoccerschools.com
Telephone: 02 149 4647
Mobile: 083 270 3337
Fax: 02 149 4648
Save the Date: Chinese Food Fair, February 3rd
By: Anthony Giles, Arts & Activities Director
anthonyg@isb.ac.th
The Chinese Food Fair, promoting Chinese cuisine and culture, will be held on Feb 3, 2017 in the HS cafeteria area. There will also be Chinese arts and crafts available for sale. Don’t miss this great event. The time is between 10am – 2pm.
eNewsletter Guidelines
By: Shelley Bragg
shelleyb@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.
phremjiz@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 Director of Marketing and Communications 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.