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First Friday with Andy

By: Dr. Andrew Davies, Head of School
andrewd@isb.ac.th

The next “First Friday with Andy” will take place on Friday 7th April 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.

IASAS Track and Field Championship – this week at ISB!

By: Derrick Quinet, Athletics Director
derrickq@isb.ac.th

We are hosting the IASAS Track & Field Championships (Schedule) from Thursday to Saturday at ISB! Come see the record-breaking performances as our Panthers go for gold. All your favorite food vendors will be here, so bring your friends and family and don’t miss out on all the fun!

Good luck to our traveling IASAS Athletes! Watch them live!

By: Derrick Quinet, Athletics Director
derrickq@isb.ac.th

Good luck to our ISB teams and athletes as they travel this week, representing the Mighty Panthers across Asia. The badminton and golf teams are off to Manila, while the inaugural season of baseball/fastpitch comes to a thrilling conclusion this weekend in Singapore.

You can follow all of the results, news, and live streaming action by connecting to the host school’s website. All of the IASAS tournament websites can be accessed at: www.iasas.asia

Let’s Go Panthers!

Campus Access during the Holidays – Important Update

By: Mark Hevland, Head of Risk Management
markh@isb.ac.th

As we approach the Songkran holiday break, we wanted to give an update to on campus access and the changes that will be in place during the holidays.

Beginning Sunday April 9th, through Sunday April 16th, campus staff will be limited to just the necessary security personnel needed to oversee the campus.   

 

ISB Board of Trustees Application Deadline is tomorrow, Friday April 7th

By: Elizabeth Bredin, ISB BOT Vice-Chair and Chair of the Committee on Trustees
esbredin@gmail.com

We need you. Join us! 
Board nominations close on Friday, April 7.

The ISB Board of Trustees (BOT) would like to announce its annual election, which will take place on Tuesday, May 16, 2017, the day of the International School Association (ISA) Annual General Meeting. (The ISA is comprised of all ISB parents and guardians and is the license holder of ISB.) Election results will be announced that evening at the 7:00pm AGM. Board nominations opened on Friday, March 17 and close on Friday, April 7.

The ISB BOT is currently composed of eleven elected positions and up to four appointed positions. This year there will be eight open seats on the Board to be filled by election. Newly elected trustees will serve a two-year term, beginning August 1, 2017.  

Candidates for the BOT should be aware of the many rewards and responsibilities of serving on the Board. The Board is the guardian of the school’s mission, and as such sets policy, focuses on school governance and addresses long-term, strategic issues. The Board is not involved in day-to-day school management. The full Board meets once a month in an open regular session, followed by a closed executive session. Board meetings occur in the evenings at ISB and last approximately two-three hours. In addition, trustees attend an annual retreat in August.

Trustees also serve on one or more committees corresponding to their skills and interests. Current committees are the Business Committee, the Committee on Trustees, and the Strategic Improvement and Learning Committee. Committees meet once a month for one-two hours and are the working groups of the Board. Subjects such as financial stability, budget oversight, stewardship of ISB’s educational program, evaluation and training of the Board, and future strategic improvements in alignment with the mission of ISB, are examples of issues addressed by the committees.

Trustees are charged with the responsibility to represent ISB and the ISA as a whole, rather than any one constituency within the community. No specific professional or personal background is needed, other than ISA membership, a positive attitude, the ability to commit to the time requirements, and a deep interest to maintain and further enhance the excellence of ISB. The rewards of Board service include the opportunity to interact with our dynamic school leadership team, and the opportunity to understand and help shape ISB’s future growth and direction.

Please note these important election dates and activities:

• Friday, March 17, 2017, 12 noon  – Nominations open – Nomination forms will be available at the Head of School’s office or available for download here: https://powerschool.isb.ac.th/downloads/BOT_Nomination_Form_2017.docx

• Friday, April 7, 2017, 12 noon – Nominations close – Nomination forms must be submitted in both electronic and hard copy by this deadline. Electronic copies must be sent to BOT secretary joy.davy@yahoo.com (with your name as the subject) and hard copies must be filed with Khun Oor in the Head of School’s office.

• Wednesday, May 3, 2017, 6:30 pm, MS Skybox – “Meet the Candidates Night” This is an opportunity for ISA members to meet the candidates, ask questions and hear what they have to say regarding their candidacies.

• Tuesday, May 16, 2017 – Election, 7:00 am – 6:00 pm & AGM, 7:00 pm

Please contact Elizabeth Bredin – ISB BOT, Vice-Chair and Chair, Committee on Trustees – with questions regarding service to the Board: 095-475-2364 or esbredin@gmail.com.

Committee on Trustees:
Elizabeth Bredin
Sumiter Broca
Henrietta Bullinger
John Heinecke
Grainne MacRae

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ISB School Board Meeting, Tuesday April 18, 2017 

By:  Walairat Wattanaungkoon, Secretary to the Head/Deputy Heads of school
walairaw@isb.ac.th

The next School Board regular meeting will be on Tuesday, April 18, 2017, 6:00 pm at the MPB 3.   All ISA members are welcome to attend.

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 What does it mean to be an Inclusive School?

By: Cindy Warner-Dobrowski, Director of Student Services
cindyw@isb.ac.th

PreK-12 Parent Workshop

20 April, 7:45-9:15 am
ES MPR

ISB has been working for a number of years to expand our ability to serve students with diverse learning needs. How might this impact your child and their learning? How can you support your child in understanding and appreciating the diversity that s/he encounters at school and in the wider community?

Join us to explore these questions and learn practical skills in this parent workshop.

 

 The Addams Family Musical- April 22nd, 24th &25th

By: DeeDee Marshall, ES Music
deannam@isb.ac.th

The long awaited ISB HS production of THE ADDAMS FAMILY MUSICAL is coming to the Chevron Theatre April 22, 24th and 25th! Get your tickets online, in the drama/dance office located in the CC building from 7:00-3:00, or at the door 1 hour before each show. You won’t want to miss this original show about love, family, honesty and growing up.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Colgate Kids Triathlon, May 10th 2017

By: Bob Connor, Assistant Athletics Director
bobc@isb.ac.th

Wednesday, May 10  (Visaka Bucha – School Holiday)

NEW RACES & FORMAT THIS YEAR! 

We are looking forward to two great races at the heart of our day along with two side events for those interested. This year, the races are as follows:

The Main Events

1. Try-a-Tri: (designed for 8 years old & under) / Swim – Bike – Run

Students will start with a 50-meter swim (25-meter pool), followed by an 800m bike ride in the ISB parking lot and a 500m run around the track. Participants will not be timed, and all will receive a participation medal.

2. Triathlon: (designed for 8 or 9 and older) / Swim – Bike – Run

A 200 meter swim (50-meter pool), 5 km bike ride and 1 km run will allow all students a nice, healthy challenge.  Everyone will start and race together but with the help of “chip timing” results, ribbons will be awarded for First-Second-Third place finishers in three divisions:  U11, U14, & U19 (Girls & Boys). Participation medals will also be awarded.

On The Side

3. “Do the Double”: Designed specifically for established athletes who have been exercising regularly for a long period of time, this event doubles each of the regular triathlon distances, 400m Swim (50-meter pool), 10 km Bike, 2 km Run.  If you’ve been swimming, biking and running regularly, feel free to take on the challenge.  Everyone will start and race together but with the help of “chip timing” results, ribbons will be awarded for First-Second-Third place finishers in three divisions:  U11, U14, & U19 (Girls & Boys). Participation medals will also be awarded.

4. Duathlon: (Any age group/division may enter) / Run – Bike – Run

Want the challenge without the swim? Then consider a new Run-Bike-Run event! Athletes will run 1 km, then bike 5 km, then run the same run distance, 1 km a second time. Ribbons will be awarded for First-Second-Third place finishers in three divisions: U11, U14, & U19 (Girls & Boys). Participation medals will also be awarded.

*** NOTE:  There will not be any relays this year.

Additional helpful information can be found on the CAO – Kids Triathlon website link:

https://www.isb.ac.th/colgate-kids-triathlon/general-information

Touchstone is on the way 

By: Khun Pratip/PTA
touchstone@isb.ac.th

Touchstone, ISB PTA’s magazine, is on its way to your homes. Delivery is as follows:

1. If you have an Elementary school student Touchstone will come home with your oldest elementary student. Do check their school bags. 

2. If you only have High School or Middle School students and live within Nichada, Touchstone has been hand delivered to your mailbox by volunteers

3. If you only have High School or Middle School students and live outside Nichada, Touchstone has been mailed to you.

If you do not receive your copy please let us know or you may take a copy from the Central office. Company addresses are not included on our mailing list. 

If you have any questions or feedback please contact: touchstone@isb.ac.th

ISB Summer School 2017- Information and Registration 

By: Maurilio Baron-Toaldo, Activities Director
maurilib@isb.ac.th

Our ISB Summer School Office is open and accepting registrations for Summer School 2017 at ISB! You can go to the ISB website, or click here, to access all information about dates, programs, and fees. Register by Friday, April 28th to receive the Early Bird reduced price on tuition!Our Summer School Office is located through the door on the right side of the ISB Bookstore where Khun Fon will be there to greet and assist you!For any questions, please email sumdir17@isb.ac.th 

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