Parent Training – What You Should Know about Nurturing Your Child’s Inner Reader
Thanks to all of the parents who attended the parent training on Thursday, February 2nd ~ What You Should Know about Nurturing Your Child’s Inner Reader. It was a great group of parents who were willing to reflect on their journey as readers as well as participate in a mock book club. Some have asked for information on how to have conversations with their children/grandchildren around books. You might find this link helpful. Keep reading!
Upcoming Student-Led Conferences – March 9 and 10
Our annual Student-Led conferences are coming up on March 9 and 10. More information will come to you when we are closer to this date, but as a head’s up for new parents, there is no school on these dates for ES students. Students will, however, be involved in their conference time on one of the two dates.
Hop Your Way to the “Toad”ally Fantastic ES Musical
A Year With Frog and Toad, KIDS!
Join the birds, snails, lizards, turtles, mice, moles and squirrels as they tell a tale of friendship between beloved storybook characters Frog and Toad! This colorful production, based on Arnold Lobel’s “Frog and Toad” books, will run two performances in the Chevron Theater: February 22 at 3:30 and February 23 at 6:30. Tickets go on sale to the public on Friday, February 17th, at 8 a.m. in front of the ISB Admissions/Main Office. The cost is 100 baht for student and 200 baht for adults.
Registration for the Spring ES Panther Choir
The ES Panther Choir will start rehearsals on Wednesday, March 1st at 2:35-3:35 in the MS Choir room of the CC building. If your child participated in the Panther Choir last semester, he/she is automatically enrolled again for the Spring.
If any Grade 3, 4 or 5 student would like to join that was not in it last semester, please fill out this registration. If your child is already a part of the ES Panther Choir, you do NOT need to register again for the Spring.
Parent Volunteers Needed to Judge Tournament of Minds
On Sunday February 26th, ISB will be hosting the Bangkok Tournament of Minds and we need some willing volunteers to get involved and help out on the day as judges. This is a fantastic enrichment opportunity for our students as well as many others in the region, but we couldn’t make it happen without the gift of time from many volunteers. No experience is necessary and all the details of the event are below. If you are interested in helping out, or if you have any questions, please contact Selena Gallagher at selenag@isb.ac.th.
When?
Sunday February 26th 2017
What?
A team creative problem-solving competition. Teams of up to 7 students from either elementary or secondary schools compete in one of three divisions – Language Literature, Social Sciences or Math Engineering. They work for six weeks to solve a long-term challenge and present their solution on Tournament Day in front of an audience and a panel of judges. On the day, teams also face an unseen Spontaneous Challenge.
Who?
Approximately 400 students from schools across Thailand and the S.E. Asian region.
Why?
The aim of TOM is to enhance the potential of our youth by developing diverse skills, enterprise, time management and the discipline to work collaboratively within a competitive environment. Tournament of Minds’ objectives are: to provide the stimulation of real, open-ended challenges; to develop creative problem-solving approaches and techniques; to foster cooperative learning and team work; to promote knowledge and appreciation of self and others; to encourage experimentation and risk-taking; to expand and reward creative and divergent thinking; to stimulate a spirit of inquiry and love of learning; to develop enterprise; and to celebrate excellence.
What’s involved?
As a judge, you would be part of a panel of three to judge one of the long-term challenges or the spontaneous challenge, according to specific criteria. There will be a recommended training session in the weeks leading up to the Tournament to familiarise you with the challenge and the judging criteria, then you will be required to come along on 26th February for the Tournament itself. The schedule is still to be determined but likely commitment is around four to five hours, depending on assignment.
What’s in it for me?
Supporting a worthwhile enrichment opportunity that wouldn’t happen without people like you.
The joy of seeing students demonstrating their ingenuity, creativity and cooperation.
And free food!
ES Explore Program (After School Activities)
This Semester’s After School Activity program will begin on Monday, February 27th.
Confirmations of ASA placement will be available online on February 17th.
There are still limited spaces available in some of our classes. You can still register at the CAO but don’t delay! Remember, once the ASA schedule begins there are NO REFUNDS however, you may change your ASA choice once it is before your third session.
I am in the office daily from 7:30am – 9:30 if you have any questions or concerns.
Livnat Ziskinder
ES Explore Coordinator
esactivities@isb.ac.th
(Repeat) U9 GIRLS BASKETBALL CLUB – TRYOUTS AND SIGN UP
The Community Activities Office (CAO) at ISB is excited to announce the start of a new U9 Cubs Basketball Club! This developmental team for girls will have the opportunity to train weekly, develop skills, and play some competitive matches versus other schools.
Tryouts for the U9 girls program will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 7 from 3:30-5:00 in the ES A/C gym. At this time we are running basketball club for girls only. ISB’s Athletic Director, Mr. Quinet, will be the head coach.
If you would like your child to participate in the tryouts, please read the information below and complete the registration at this link: Cubs Basketball Club Tryout Registration
Questions about the tryouts or program should be directed to: derrickq@isb.ac.th
TRYOUT: CUBS BASKETBALL CLUB – U9 GIRLS
Eligibility: Girls who were under 9 years of age as of Sept. 1, 2016.
Date: Tuesday, February 7
Venue: ES A/C Gym
Time: 3:30-5:00pm
SELECTIONS
Team selections will be based primarily on basketball skills and understanding, coachability and attitude, effort and athletic ability. Each student will be given a fair and equitable opportunity to showcase these attributes. The final roster size will not be larger than twelve, and may be less to ensure everyone on the team can grow, thrive, and enjoy the program.
The selection process is always difficult, and we will endeavor to assess each player’s ability to succeed within the program. Not everyone who tries out may make the team. The coach will provide feedback to any players/parents who are not selected and identify their skills and areas of need.
The results from the tryout on Tuesday, Feb. 7 will be emailed out to parents, along with invitations to join the first practice session on Tuesday, Feb. 14. Fees will be due once parents/players confirm.
GAMES
Games will be scheduled once the team is adequately prepared. The Cubs will have the opportunity to play with teams from Harrow and NIST/Top Flight, and possibly others, both home and away. Four games are already scheduled on Sunday afternoons, however we will try to schedule some additional games on Tuesdays during the regular practice time. More games will be added if/when appropriate.
SCHEDULED GAMES:
March 26 at HIS
April 2 vs. HIS (at ISB)
April 23 at NIST
May 7 vs. NIST (at ISB)
PRACTICES: Tuesdays, 3:30-5:00 ES A/C Gym. Students can arrive from 3:15pm and warm up with the coaches.
(Repeat) Learn to Swim Program
The Learn to Swim program will offer 2 sessions in the upcoming semester.
Session 3: February 20th-March 31
Session 4: April 17th-May 26
Classes will take place at the following times:
Mon & Wed 2:40-3:10
Tues & Thurs 2:40-3:10
PRE K ONLY Tues & Thurs 1:40-2:10 (session 4 will start later 2:10-2:40)
PRE K ONLY Mon & Wed 1:40-2:10 (session 4 will start later 2:10-2:40)
Cost is 5000 baht for a 6 week (12 class) session (K-5)
Cost is 4500 baht for a 6 week (12 class) session (Pre K)
Please go to this link to sign up. As spaces are limited you will be informed by email if you have secured a place.
For more information contact Corry Day (corryd@isb.ac.th)
(Repeat) U11 Track & Field Date Changes
With the input of several coaches and the Athletic department, we have decided to make a couple of changes to our upcoming Track & Field season.
- We will eliminate the overlap between season 2 and 3
- All athletes will have the chance to compete in at least 1 meet during the season.
- The season will start on Monday, February 6:
Practices are Monday & Thursday 2:35-3:35
BISAC meet on Saturday, March 18 (Selected athletes only)
U11 End of Season meet on Friday March 24 (5pm, all athletes)
eNews Guidelines
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.
Calendar of Events
February 2017
| Feb. 6 | U11 Track and Field Begins |
| Feb. 7 | Board of Trustees (BoT) Meeting 6:00 pm (MPB 3) |
| Feb. 8 | Adult Education Online Registration Opens |
| Feb. 13 | Maka Bucha Day (No School) |
| Feb. 14 | Professional Day (No School for Students) |
| Feb. 17 | Adult Education Online Registration Closes |
| ‘Frog and Toads’ Tickets Sale Begins 8:00am (in front of the Central Office) |
