From our ES Welcome Back Assembly for Students
Fall MAP Testing
Dear Parents,
In the coming weeks, learners in grades 3-8 will be taking the MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) test. MAP testing is done on a computer and each test adapts to the student’s previous answers, so if they answer a question correctly, the test gets progressively more challenging. If a student answers a question incorrectly, the test adapts to become easier.
MAP is a standardized test and is only one part of ISB’s overall assessment plan. MAP testing is given twice a year, in the fall and in the spring. MAP provides a standardized measure of student growth in Reading and Mathematics based on our content standards. A true picture of a child’s academic progress must include a variety of opportunities to demonstrate learning such as ongoing formative assessments given regularly in class; evidence of understanding such as writing samples, projects, and presentations; and teacher designed assessments. Teachers collect a range of learning data to help them determine where students are in their learning and where they are ready to go next. MAP is a single piece of your child’s learning picture.
MAP measures your child’s achievement level compared to other students who have taken this test. However, the student sample is drawn from US public and private schools, not international schools. The test does not cover all academic skills, nor does it cover such areas as physical, artistic, or interpersonal skills.
As with any standardized assessment, students can become anxious about how they will perform. You can support your child by ensuring that s/he gets a good night’s sleep, has a healthy breakfast, and comes to school knowing that this is important, and they can do it!
If you have any questions, you can look at the NWEA website or contact me (debic@isb.ac.th).
Results will be shared with parents and an informational meeting scheduled after the testing is completed.
Your partner in learning,
Debi Caskey
Deputy Head of School for Learning
Early Dismissal – Tuesday September 4
All ISB students will be dismissed at 1:10pm on Tuesday, September 4, 2018. On Early Dismissal Days, school buses will leave ISB at 1:20 p.m. Early Dismissal Days allow faculty members and administrators to collaborate and further their professional development.
After School Supervision
Any elementary school student on campus outside of regular school hours, who is not participating in a school sponsored event, must be actively supervised by an adult in charge, appointed by the family. This includes being in the elementary Learning Hub (library).
ES Music Ensemble Registration Still Open!
The elementary music department offers three extracurricular musical ensembles for students in grades 3, 4 and 5: Panther Choir, Orff Ensemble and String Ensemble. All three ensembles take place after school, are free of charge, and will begin the week of September 3rd. For more information and to sign up for one of these ensembles, please click on the following links. Please note that the Orff Ensemble is now at maximum capacity. If you register your child for Orff Ensemble, he/she will be placed on the waiting list.
Grades 4 and 5 Students: Bring in your recorders!
Grades 4 and 5 students, please bring your recorder to your music teacher as soon as you can! If you need to purchase a new recorder, they may be purchased from the book store.
ES Music Costume Sale, Thursday August 30th!
Get your halloween costumes early!The ES Music Department will be selling costume pieces from former ES productions in the ES music & art quad on Thursday, August 30th, from 2:30-3:00 pm. Costumes will also be sold in the quad during the ES Open House on Thursday evening.
Rhythmic Gymnastics
The Panther Gymnastics Club is pleased to offer again this semester Rhythmic Gymnastics classes on ISB campus. Rhythmic Gymnastics routines are choreographed to music, involving gymnastics (tumbling) and dance, combined with the handling of small equipment including a ball, rope, ribbon, hoop, and clubs.
Registration is open now to girls from Grade 3 to Grade 12. Trainings are on Sundays from 09h00 – 11h00.
Please register using the online form here (where you will also find info on prices).
If you sign in, join the first class this Sunday August 26th
We need a minimum of eight (8) students registered to be able to offer these special classes.
Best regards,
Yanick Michaud-Marcotte
ISB Panther Gymnastics Coordinator
www.isbpanthergymnastics.com
www.facebook.com/isbpanthergymnastics
Panther Pops Are Back!!
Our ISB famous Panther Pops go on sale Friday, August 31.
For those new to ISB you may be wondering, What is a Panther Pop?
A delicious chocolate chip cookie wrapped around a scrumptious Mars Bars with an easy to hold popsicle stick handle.
Who can Purchase them you ask???
Grades 2 and up are allowed to come to the table for purchase, any younger kiddos need to come with mom,dad,older sibling, helper so they can purchase for them.
Remind your kids to look for our table set up across from the new beautiful Booster Hut. Don’t forget your 30 Baht.
Come join the Cub Scouts!
If you’re a boy in 1st-5th grade then Cub Scouts is for you!
In Cub Scouts you’ll have lots of fun, adventure, and activities with your Den and Pack. Being a Cub Scout means you are a member of a worldwide youth movement that stands for certain values and beliefs. Some of the best things about Cub Scouts are the activities you get to do: camping, hiking, racing model cars, making and building, going on field trips, or giving service.
Join us for our first Pack Meeting on Tuesday, Sept 4th at 6pm in the MPB1 to see for yourself what its like!
For more information about joining Cub Scouts, please email us at pack701thailand@gmail.com
Kellie Alexander
Community Activities Coordinator
(Repeat) ES Explore (ES After School Activities)
This Semester’s ES Explore Program (After School Activity program) will begin on Monday, September 17th. The following are some important dates for you to note in your calendar:
Friday, August 24th – After School Activity booklet available online for viewing or downloading go to http://inside.isb.ac.th/parentportal/esasa and click “Activities booklet” link.
Registration will be open online on Friday, August 31st.
Livnat Ziskinder
ES Explore Coordinator
esactivities@isb.ac.th
(Repeat) ES Open House – Aug. 30 @ 6:00pm in the Chevron Theater
We warmly invite you to our ES Open House on Thursday, August 30 at 6:00pm in the Chevron Theater. This is a wonderful night to meet your child’s teachers, understand classroom procedures and expectations, and learn more about the learning your child will experience at ISB this year. You will be able to meet homeroom and specialist teachers (PE, Music, Art, World Languages, Learning Support and EAL).
This evening is not, however, a time for sharing specific information about individual students. If you feel the need to do that, please schedule a meeting with your child’s teacher to happen at a different time than Open House.
As always, if possible, it will be important for both parents to attend Open House, especially if you have more than one child in the Elementary School. Families with children in multiple grade levels might need to divide and attend different classes at the same time. Please keep in mind that this evening is for parents only and there will be no child care provided.
Open House is a vital step in fostering a strong home-school partnership, and we look forward to welcoming you to this special event.
(Repeat) Check and Update Your Details in Powerschool Parent Portal
Many people move houses over the summer, details change (phone numbers etc). We are in the process of updating phone numbers, addresses and emergency contacts. Could you take the time to login to Powerschool Parent Portal and check the details ISB has on record, update if necessary. It is really important this information is accurate, as we use this in emergency situations.
Instructions
Step 1. Login to Powerschool
- If you have forgotten your password please contact help@isb.ac.th
- If you are new, you should have received an email with your login details, if not please contact help@isb.ac.th
Step 2. At the bottom of the left hand menu click “Contact Update”. This information will then take a day or two to update (we manually check for accuracy).
If you have any questions or queries, contact help@isb.ac.th
(Repeat) New Student Groups for New Students in Grades 1-5
New students groups give children the opportunity to share their feelings about their transition and the chance to make friends with other new students. All new students are automatically included and groups meet once a week for four sessions. Groups will take place in August/September. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Kate Kersey katek@isb.ac.th or Doug Williamson douglasw@isb.ac.th.
(Repeat) Booster Hut
We love our brand new Booster Hut! As in years past, grade 2-5 students can enjoy the privilege of visiting the Booster Hut during their recess ON FRIDAY ONLY. Students should not bring money to school, unless it is Friday and they are going to the Booster Hut. Please do not send large amounts, as 20-50 baht is plenty. Thanks for your support!
(Repeat) Native Language at ISB
ISB students speak about 40 languages! Here is a quick snapshot that shows each language by number of speakers, according to our student data on 14 August 2018. (Click image to enlarge.)
If your family seeks native language instruction for your child(ren) this year, please visit the Native Language blog to see what classes are currently offered. Information about after-school/weekend classes will be emailed to families who use the offered languages.
If you desire instruction in a language not yet offered, or have questions, please email nativelanguage@isb.ac.th or visit the Native Language booth at the Community Activities Office (CAO) Registration & Payment Day this Saturday, August 18, in the ES A/C Gym.
“Language is a muscle. Flex it!”
(Repeat) Learn to Swim
The Learn to Swim program will offer 2 sessions for 1st semester.
Session 1: September 3rd to October 11th
Session 2: October 29th to December 6th
Classes will take place at the following times:
Mon & Wed 2:40 – 3:10pm
Tues & Thurs 2:40 – 3:10pm
Cost is 5,000 baht for a 6 week (12 class) session (K-5)
Cost is 4,500 baht for a 6 week (12 class) session (pre K)
Please go to this link to sign up. As spaces are limited, please sign up and pay soon.
For more information contact Corry Day (corryd@isb.ac.th)
Regards,
Corry Day
Aquatics Director
(Repeat) ISB PANTHER GYMNASTICS PROGRAMME
Open House: Please visit us on Saturday August 18th from 12h30 to 13h30 at the gym. Meet all our coaches, ask all questions you have about gymnastics, see our professional FIG installations and equipment and see some of our passionate gymnasts demonstrating what ISB students can learn with this programme. It is an informal gathering to answer all your questions and to introduce you to our Club.
Gymnastics Registration Semester 1:
For registration, we still have few spots available for the coming semester starting August 20th:
Pre-K & K all level: Saturday 11h15 to 12h15
K to Grade 2 beginner: Monday & Wednesday 14h35-15h35
K to Grade 2 all level: Friday 14h35-16h35
Grade 3 and up all level: Tuesday & Thursday 16h40-18h40 and Wednesday 15h40-17h40
K to Grade 6 all level: Saturday 09h00 to 11h00
Best regards,
Yanick Michaud-Marcotte
ISB Panther Gymnastics Coordinator
www.isbpanthergymnastics.com
www.facebook.com/isbpanthergymnastics
(Repeat) Season 1 BISAC U11 Sports (Basketball & Cross Country) starts on Monday 27 August
U11 teams practice on Monday and Thursday from 2:35-3:35.
Season 1 practices start on Monday 27 August
This is open to students who were 8, 9 or 10 years old on 1 August 2018.
You can register for U11 sports here. Registration closes on Friday 24 August.
More information about U11 sports can be found on https://inside.isb.ac.th/isbathletics/elementary-school/
Kind Regards,
Mark Jaspers
Associate Athletic Director
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
August/September 2018
| Aug. 30 | ES Open House 6:00 pm (Chevron Theatre) |
| Aug. 31 | ES Explore (After School Activities) Registration Opens |
| Sept. 3 | ES String Ensemble Begins |
| Sept. 4 | 1:10 pm Early Dismissal |
| Sept. 5 | ES Choir/Orff Ensembles Begin |
| ES Explore Registration Closes | |
| Sept. 6 | ES Parent Engage 7:45 am (ES MPR) |
| Sept. 6-7 | ES ‘Out of School Uniform’ Day |
