‘Graduation’
Justin Alexander
justina@isb.ac.th
Dear Parents,
I had originally planned to be writing this ENews article on Friday May 28th the day before our seniors were due to assemble in the Rajendra in order to receive their Diplomas and throw their caps in the air to mark the end of their HS career and the beginning of the next chapter in their lives. Alas, we are not able to hold a full ‘normal’ graduation this year, but we are still making sure that our seniors will be able to celebrate the end of High School with their parents next week during our drive in graduation ceremony taking place from Monday through Wednesday.
Our seniors have had a bumpy road with regards to disruptions to their studies, with online school taking up quite a large part of their studies and of course not having the opportunity to sit their final IB exams this year. They have been amazingly resilient and positive throughout this time, and we are all very proud of their attitude and positive commitment towards their learning even during these difficult times. Congratulations to our seniors (the class of 2021) and a big thank you to their parents for supporting them and ISB throughout their time at ISB.
All members of our ISB community will have an opportunity to celebrate and appreciate our seniors when the graduation ceremony video will be released on Saturday May 29th at 6pm for all to see on our website through youtube and facebook live.
Please join me in wishing our seniors all the best with their individual graduations next week.
Regards
Justin Alexander
Guided Independent Learning Days (May 19th and May 26th)
Justin Alexander
justina@isb.ac.th
Over the next two weeks, we have adjusted the learning schedule for our High School students to provide them with some time to work independently and to reduce some of the time spent on screens and in zoom lessons with teachers. On Wednesday May 19th (Day 6) and Wednesday May 26th (Day 3) students in Grade 9 and 10 will have a guided independent learning day where teachers will have students work independently on assignments, projects or other work during those days. Teachers will also use this opportunity to schedule individual conferences with some students during their normal lesson time as required.
Grade 11 students will also be involved in independent guided learning in addition to spending time on CAS and their Extended Essays over those two days. They will have dedicated time scheduled with Mr. Assimakopoulos (CAS Coordinator) and Mr. Bell (Extended Essay coordinator for next year) and will be able to work on their extended essay supervisors as well.
Justin Alexander
High School Principal
The Newly Elected Student Council for 2021-2022
Peter Assimakopoulos
petera@isb.ac.th
Congratulations StuCo 2021-2022 – A big congratulations to the newly elected Student Council members for the upcoming 2021-2022 school year. Our best wishes to the new student leaders taking charge.
Freshmen Student Council for 2021-2022
| President | Pyn Kruesopon |
| Vice President | Kris Pornsirikul |
| Representative | Tomoko Ikuta |
| Representative | Zara Farook |
Sophomore Student Council for 2021-2022
| President | Ken Chollacoop |
| Vice President | Pun Pun Israpanich |
| Representative | Minnie Cheevarunothai |
| Representative | Sung Lee |
Junior Student Council for 2021-2022
| President | Bloomy Lerngutai |
| Vice President | Han Bin Do |
| Representative | Jack Sun |
| Representative | Manjot Broca |
Senior Student Council for 2021-2022
| President | Yongyi Zhou |
| Vice President | Pleng Kruesopon |
| Representative | James Chie |
| Representative | Panpan Tochirakul |
| Representative | Ken Muangsiri |
News from the College Office
Sonya Ohlsson
sonyao@isb.ac.th
Research: The Key to Finding Out!
Researching schools in the US?? Take a look at this resource for some more in depth information: https://aeotour.com/student-library/. Or try this: https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/
Want to study in the Netherlands? Start here: https://www.studyinholland.nl/dutch-education/studies
Is going to Uni in the UK your cup of tea? Start here: https://www.ucas.com/
How about studying Down Under?? https://www.studyinaustralia.gov.au/ Or if you have questions about Australian universities, try here: https://insight.in.th/en/
Maybe you really want to go to Canada–great! Start here: https://www.studyincanada.com/
ISB College office does not “endorse” any company or product, but we are happy to pass on things that may be useful!
Juniors:
If you have not had a final check in with your counselor, the next two Wednesdays, the 19th and the 26th, would be a perfect time to do so!! Even if it’s just 15 minutes. Or maybe it’s longer so you can discuss your latest essay draft or research questions. **A gentle reminder: college counselors will not be available over the summer, so talk to them now!!**
Parent Coffee Survey:
Parents! It was a tough year and we were not able to hold the Parent Coffee’s in-person and had to go virtual. We would love your feedback on the Parent Coffee series and what else you might want to see covered. Please take a moment and answer this short survey. The survey will close May 22.
Summer Programs:
If you are wondering what to do during the summer, check out our summer program opportunities list on the College Counseling Google site: Summer Programs
College Virtual Visits:
There are no more ISB college virtual visits, but that doesn’t mean you can’t virtually visit a college or university! Please go directly to the website of the university you are interested in learning more about and see what they have to offer. Remember, you are shopping for colleges, so take the time to check them out, see what they are about and if they are the right fit. Don’t be afraid to ask them questions to make sure they are good enough for you! From TIE Online: University Visits in a Post-Covid World?
~Sonya Ohlsson (she/her)
Head of College Counseling
News from HS Counselors
Jackie Valenzuela
jackiev@isb.ac.th
As a follow up to our letter that went out to parents and students last week we, again, want to let you know we are available to meet with your student via Zoom if they are in need of emotional support. Our email addresses are as follows:
Kevin Callahan – kevinc@isb.ac.th
Shannon Leoni – shannonl@isb.ac.th
Jackie Valenzuela – jackiev@isb.ac.th
News from HS Library
Christopher Bell
christob@isb.ac.th
Please click News from HS Library
NOTES & BOLTS: News from Design, Fine and Performing Arts at ISB
Anthony Giles
anthonyg@isb.ac.th
While a number of arts events have been postponed or cancelled due to the current campus closure, many are still on tentatively, or will be available to share virtually at a later date (details to follow). Please see the list of what’s going on virtually at ISB and when to tune in.
What’s Going On…
HS BOrCh Concert – 6:30pm May 18th VIRTUAL
ES Music Spring Concert – 6:30pm May 24th VIRTUAL (details to follow)
Legs for Legs Dance Recital – 4:00pm May 25th VIRTUAL (see below)
MS Choir & Strings Spring Concert – 6:30pm May 27th VIRTUAL (details to follow)
MS Band Spring Concert – 6:30pm June 1st VIRTUAL (details to follow)
MS Visual Art Exhibition – June 1st through September 1st (details to follow)
Panther Dance Performances – 4:00pm June 4th VIRTUAL (details to follow)
Legs 4 Legs 2021
Anthony Giles
anthonyg@isb.ac.th
Legs 4 Legs 2021 10th-Annual charity performance event on-screen May 25th @ 4pm. DONATE NOW in support of the Thailand Prostheses Foundation. Virtual showcase link coming soon…!
PAW PRINTS: News from the Panther Den
Anthony Giles
anthonyg@isb.ac.th
Panther Activities Refunds Coming Soon
With uncertainty about when the ISB campus will open again, refunds for all cancelled Panther Activity sessions from April 6th onward will be organized via wire transfer for receipt by the end of the school year or before. Please note that should the campus open for activities earlier than expected, and with fewer restrictions than currently mandated, new sessions would be organized and offered as soon as possible. Questions? Contact Lucas or Anthony at PantherActivities@isb.ac.th. We miss your kids!!!
YOUNG AMERICANS IS BACK VIRTUALLY WITH A HEART GLOBAL E-WORKSHOP OPEN TO 20 ISB STUDENTS!!!
Anthony Giles
anthonyg@isb.ac.th
Inviting ISB Students to HEART Global’s E-workshop. ISB students aged 9-14 are invited to join participants from all over Asia. Hurry, as space is limited to the first twenty who sign up. Deadline for Registration is 22:00 Monday, May 17th with communication sent to registered participants via E-mail. Pre-training session runs from 19:00 ‒ 19:20 on Tuesday, May 25th.
