Fair weather ahead
Justin Alexander
justina@isb.ac.th
Dear Parents,
Thank you for your attendance and involvement last night at the HS Open House where we had the best ever % attendance by parents over the past 6 or so years. Grade 9 parents win the prize with nearly 70% of Grade 9 parents attending the HS Open House. Thank you for taking the time to visit your children’s classrooms, meet teachers and learn about the interesting and exciting work and learning that is taking place in their lessons.
Next week is a busy and exciting week with the Peace Day assembly on Wednesday (students and faculty are wearing WHITE to school on that day) and the ISB World University Fair starting at 1.30pm on the very same day. The ISB World University fair is huge with nearly 200 Universities from all over the world joining us here on campus to answer questions and share information about their respective Universities. You can read more below in the College Counseling section, but our Grade 11 and Grade 12 students will be able to attend the fair from 1.30pm on Wednesday, whilst our Grade 9 and 10 students can join in after 2.25pm. Parents are welcome to attend the fair and can join us in the Rajendra gym on Wednesday from 1.30pm onwards – please bring your ISB parent lanyard.
Have a wonderful ISB school holiday on Friday and we look forward to seeing you next week.
Regards
Justin Alexander
High School Principal
GCW Registration Opens Next Week for Seniors & Juniors!
Andy Vaughan
andyv@isb.ac.th
Last week we released the Global Citizenship Week (GCW) Course booklet for courses offered in February 2020. Registration for Global Citizenship Week courses will begin this coming Monday, 16 September at 7:00pm for Seniors and will continue on Thursday, 19 September at 7:00pm for Juniors.
It is very important that prior to your child registering, you have conversations with them that clearly limit the cost of trips you are willing to pay. If students move courses after they are placed, they will be moved to in-Thailand, lower cost courses.
Please find here the link to the GCW Booklet for 2019-20
For any questions, please email Mr. Vaughan directly at: andyv@isb.ac.th or Khun Pat Boonswad patarinb@isb.ac.th
Gr12 IB Diploma Internal Assessment Deadlines
Justyna McMillan
justynam@isb.sc.th
HERE are the Internal Assessment deadlines for our Grade 12 students pursuing the IB Diploma or IB Courses. IA deadlines have been spread out where they best fit with each specific course and in a way that balances out the load over the next 7 months.
News from HS Counselors
Kevin Davy
kevinc@isb.ac.th
Students are set in their classes for the semester and teachers are assessing their learning in various subjects. If you are contacted by a teacher who indicates that your student is struggling in that subject area, don’t hesitate to make an appointment to find out what the difficulty is and how you can best support your student to improve their understanding and results.
Now that the school year is in full swing, your children should have a good idea of what the expectations and challenges will be for them for the 2019-20 school year. Time management is probably the biggest challenge for our on-the-go students, and there are lots of suggestions for managing time wisely. See if some of these can work for your student.
Does it seem like there’s never enough time in the day to get everything done? Feel like you’re always running late? Here are some tips for taking control of your time and organizing your life.
- Make a “To Do” List Every Day. Put things that are most important at the top and do them first. If it’s easier, use a planner to track all of your tasks. And don’t forget to reward yourself for your accomplishments.
- Use Spare Minutes Wisely. Get some reading done on the bus ride home from school, for example, and you’ll kill two birds with one stone.
- Find the Right Time. You’ll work more efficiently if you figure out when you do your best work. For example, if your brain handles math better in the afternoon, don’t wait to do it until late at night.
- Review Your Notes Every Day. You’ll reinforce what you’ve learned, so you need less time to study. You’ll also be ready if your teacher calls on you or gives a pop quiz.
- Get a Good Night’s Sleep. Running on empty makes the day seem longer and your tasks seem more difficult.
- Communicate Your Schedule to Others. If phone calls are proving to be a distraction, tell your friends that you take social calls from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. It may sound silly, but it helps.
- Become a Taskmaster. Figure out how much free time you have each week. Give yourself a time budget and plan your activities accordingly.
- Don’t Waste Time Agonizing. Have you ever wasted an entire evening by worrying about something that you’re supposed to be doing? Was it worth it? Instead of agonizing and procrastinating, just do it.
- Keep Things in Perspective. Setting goals that are unrealistic sets you up for failure. While it’s good to set high goals for yourself, be sure not to overdo it. Set goals that are difficult yet reachable.
News from College Counselor
Andrew Weiser
andreww@isb.ac.th
ISB World University Fair
ISB and the High School College Counseling department will be hosting the 2019 ISB World University Fair on 18 September from 1:30 to 3:45 pm in the Rajendra Hall and the ES Gym.
Parents are invited to attend with your high school aged children. Approximately 200 colleges and universities from 23 countries will be represented. Please use this Link for the preliminary list of universities confirmed to be at the fair. (Please note that the list may change slightly on the day of the event.)
Case Study Evenings (Registration required using the links)
The purpose of this case studies event is to demystify and give students and their families a clearer picture of the candidate selection process at North American Universities. The event is effectively a US mock college admission workshop for parents and students. You will become an admission review committee and make decisions on the outcomes of mock applications.
Wednesday 18th September @ NIST, 6:15 – 8:15pm (click here to register)
OR
Thursday 19th September @ Bangkok Patana, 6:00 – 9:00pm (click here to register)
An Audience with UK University Representatives (Registration required)
We have a panel of UK university representatives, including the University of Bath, University of Edinburgh and University of Cambridge, joining us for this informative and engaging evening. This interactive event is a unique opportunity to gain insight into the world of UK university admissions and learn more about how to make your application stand out.
Wednesday 18th September @ Harrow, 5:30 – 730pm (click here to register)
CIS-EARCOS Institute University Fair
Saturday, 21 September 2019 16:30-18:30
Shangri-La Hotel, Bangkok
Students will need to register for the fair online, and their registration will produce a barcode that they can print or save to their smartphone. University reps will be able to scan the student barcode to quickly exchange contact information. It will be advantageous for students to register in advance and come to the event with the barcode in hand. They will not be permitted to enter the ballroom until they can show their barcode.
Upcoming University Visits:
University of Bath: Tuesday, September 17⋅ 10:55 – 11:40am
American University: Thursday, September 19⋅ 10:55 – 11:40am
World University Fair: Wednesday, September 18⋅ 1:30 – 3:45pm
New York University: Friday, September 20⋅10:55 – 11:40am
University of La Verne: Friday, September 20⋅10:55 – 11:40am
For a complete list of University visits please use this link (Link to Calendar)
ISB Hosts: IASAS Volleyball Exchange (North)
Derrick Quinett
derrick@isb.ac.th
ISB welcomes TAS and ISM, plus two of our toughest Thai teams for the IASAS Volleyball Exchange next weekend, Sept. 20-21 right here on our campus.
Check the schedule and come out and support our Panthers!
Spirit Week is Coming!
Derrick Quinett
derrick@isb.ac.th
Mark your calendars for Sept. 23-27 for our annual, PK-G12 ISB Spirit Week. The week is highlighted by themed dress up days, a Spirit Assembly, fun games and music during lunch, and of course, Friday night under the lights for Spirit Night!
Dress Up Days:
Monday: PJ Day
Tuesday: Sports Jersey Day
Wednesday: Songkran in September
Thursday: Mismatch Day
Friday: Black & Gold Day
UNHCR CHARITY FUN RUN – SPIRIT NIGHT
Derrick Quinett
derrick@isb.ac.th
The UNHCR Club is facilitating an enormous campaign to raise money and awareness for a good cause. There will be a charitable fun run/walk in the middle of Spirit Night, under the lights with good music, good food, and good people. We want everyone in the community to join together and enjoy this worthwhile experience. Our cross country teams will start things off with a spirited lap around the track, and then everyone else follows for up to 30 minutes.
It all starts at 6 pm on Sept. 27. Sign up using the QR code below:
THAILAND CROSS COUNTRY INVITATIONAL 2019
Derrick Quinett
derrick@isb.ac.th
ISB hosts the 4th annual Thailand Cross Country Invitational next weekend in Kanchanaburi, the premier off-road event for international school runners in Asia. This year, ten schools will fly in to compete against our ISB teams, including schools from Singapore to Shanghai to Hong Kong and Manila. Keep your eyes open for highlights and results on Facebook, and good luck to our teams!
Peace Day Assembly 2019.
Anthony Giles
anthonyg@isb.ac.th
Wear White and Sing Your Hearts Out!
As you head out for the long weekend please keep in mind that we will be gathering as a whole school next Wednesday, September 18 to celebrate Peace Day 2019. Don’t forget to wear white that day and to rehearse this year’s community song, Back to the Earth, as the ES is rocking the singing!!!
Tri-M Induction Ceremony
Anthony Giles
anthonyg@isb.ac.th
5:30pm September 17 CCT
The annual Tri – M Induction Ceremony for new members will take place in the CCT theatre beginning at 5:30 pm on Tuesday, September 17th. The Ceremony welcomes ISB high school musicians in grades 10, 11 and 12 who have applied and been accepted for membership in the organisation. Tri – M stands for Modern Music Masters, and is a music service organization that provides service and leadership opportunities as well as rewards for students in the music program. Our local chapter is no. 601 and is officially recognized by the National Association for Music Education based out of Virginia in the United States. This induction ceremony will feature musical performances by the Tri-M leadership, who also organize and conduct the event. Parents and friends are encouraged to attend to support the new members, and refreshments will be served following in the CCT foyer.
Art Studio Friday with Jill Enfield
Anthony Giles
anthonyg@isb.ac.th
3:00pm to 6:00pm September 27 VA Art Quads
Art Studio Friday is designed to enrich the ISB community through the intellectual and creative thoughts and actions of its participants. For this year’s first event, scheduled from 3:00pm to 6:00pm on Friday, September 27 in the Visual Art Quads, we are thrilled to have visiting artist and professor at Parsons and RISD, Jill Enfield, involved.
All participants will explore image making with a focus on mark making, texture, and contrast in a variety of media, including; paint, print, ink, charcoal, oil pastel, and cyanotype, with workshops structured so that participants will learn specific skills, have the opportunity for individual exploration, and participate in creative challenges. As the evening progresses, participants will be invited to visit other studios, and to engage in collaborative works.
Hosted by the ISB Visual Art Department with support from the ISB PTA & Boosters, Art Studio Friday is open to students (grade 4 and up), parents, staff and teachers at ISB. Spaces are limited and will be based on a diversity of ages and experiences. To be considered for a spot please register HERE on or before September 19, and deposit the 1000THB per person participation fee to the Community and Arts Office by September 20. Confirmation and workshop selection emails will be sent on Monday, 23 September.
For more information please email: kylieh@isb.ac.th, johannan@isb.ac.th, tristam@isb.ac.th, or andrews@isb.ac.th
Repeat:
The Movie: Love & Bananas
Kevin Davy
kevind@isb.ac.th
ISB is thrilled to host a very special screening of the highly acclaimed documentary Love and Bananas. This documentary focuses on the work of conservationist Sandeun “Lek” Chailert and the rescue of Asian elephants from cruel captivity. In addition to the movie we are honored that Kuhn Lek will join us for this event. The screening is open to the community and free of charge (donations are optional on the evening or at Elephant Nature Park website (https://www.elephantnaturepark.org/). The movie is unrated, and the director has intentionally kept the graphic content low to enable reach of the next generation of animal advocates. However, at ISB we regularly refer to Common Sense Media which recommends the age of 13+ for viewing this. Here is an outline from Common Sense Media:
Parents need to know that Love & Bananas: An Elephant Story is a 2018 documentary about the work conservationist Lek Chailert is doing to rescue Asian elephants from cruel captivity. There are some intense scenes in which young elephants are shown being taken from their mothers, then placed in a “crush box” where they are beaten with sticks and chains for 24 hours straight until they are “broken” for training — to be ridden by tourists or taught to perform in circuses. There are scenes of elephants who have lost legs from stepping on land mines, whose legs are bloodied from abuse, and whose bodies are scarred from abuse at the hands of humans. An elephant who lost an eye from getting hit with a slingshot is shown. These scenes and discussion of the cruelty and exploitation that Asian elephants suffer might be too intense for younger viewers and sensitive animal lovers of any age. Overall, this informative documentary showcases the positive work that conservationist Lek Chailert has achieved by rescuing elephants from cruel captivity and keeping them safe and happier in nature preserves where they’re free to move around and frolic with other elephants.
Date: September 18
Time:6:30 PM (Movie: 1 hour 15 mins)
Location: Cultural Center Theater
LA TIMES: “Impossible to come away from unchanged”
NY TIMES : “Emotionally Charged”
https://www.nytimes.com/2018/04/26/movies/love-and-bananas-review-asian-elephants.html
IASAS CC Visual Arts Submissions
Tahan Basil
tahanb@isb.ac.th
WE WANT TO SHOWCASE YOUR AMAZINGLY CREATIVE VISUAL ART TALENT Hey Artists! Our Art and Film Cultural Convention is in Singapore this November. We will be taking eight delegates and 25 pieces of artwork to represent ISB. All HS students are encouraged to submit artwork for inclusion in our 25-piece traveling exhibition. These works will also be celebrated with a formal opening at an exhibition in a local gallery on our return. All students who have work selected are official IASAS Participants and will receive recognition with an IASAS Patch, inclusion in the exhibition catalog and at the Cultural Convention banquet.
Artwork should be submitted in person to Mr. Tahan in the HS photography room along with an information form available in the HS Art hallway or from your HS Art teacher. Deadline for submissions is September 13th.