Message from HS Principal
Dear Parents,
Congratulations are in order for our HS musicians and performers this week who took to the stage for our Jazz Nite (Wednesday) and Artists under the Stars (Thursday) performance. Not only were they performing, but they had a live audience including parents to play to!
We are so glad to be able to open up our campus for parents to come along to watch and see their children perform and display their talents and skills. Please stay tuned for other events next week and after the Songkran break where you can come along to cheer them on and enjoy our concerts.
We are continuing to monitor our absences due to Covid and can report that HS cases have continued to stay at a manageable level – see this chart for numbers over the past few weeks. Please do be sure to contact the Health team and me asap if your child does test positive so we can check on close contacts and let teachers know about absences.
The HS will host our Songkran assembly on Tuesday which will also be the last HS assembly for our Seniors. The end of the year is getting closer…..
Have a great weekend.
Justin Alexander
HS Principal
Parents on Campus
Andy Vaughan
andyv@isb.ac.th
Please note that parents will be allowed on campus after 3:45pm Monday through Friday to watch athletics and other activities. To enter campus. Parents must:
- Have a current ISB ID card
- Have taken an ATK and completed the declaration form on
- Sunday evening (4:00 – 8:00 PM) for access Monday – Wednesday
- Wednesday evening (4:00 – 8:00 PM) for access Thursday – Sunday
- Wear a mask at all times
- Maintain physical distancing
- Eat/drink in designated dining areas
As our community is aware, cases are trending up in Thailand and it is critical that we are all following strict COVID preventive measures as encouraged by the Ministry of Public Health.
News from the University Counselors
Debbie McDowell
debbiem@isb.ac.th
Class of 2022
Senior Parent Transition Meeting: Thursday, 7 April @ 9:00 AM in the MS Skybox
The university counselors will be presenting a Transition Workshop for parents of seniors on Thursday next week. Please join us to think about what lies ahead with your senior and give some tips to prepare for that transition.
To enter campus. Parents must:
- Have a current ISB ID card
- Have taken an ATK and completed the declaration form on
- Wednesday evening (4:00 – 8:00 PM) for access Thursday – Sunday
- While on campus parents must adhere to the ISB mask policy. This means that a mask must be worn the entire time on campus.
- Parents must follow the physical distancing guidelines as set by ISB
- Food and drink are only to be consumed in designated areas. This includes anything you may bring with you.
- Parents must purchase their own ATK for testing purposes
As our community is aware, cases are trending up in Thailand and it is critical that we are all following strict COVID preventive measures as encouraged by the Ministry of Public Health. Currently WE ARE NOT extending this open access to other family members / family helpers. If you have further questions, please contact the hosting division directly.
US Visa Meeting
If you are the parent of a senior who will be going to the US for university as an international student and will require a student visa, please plan on attending (on campus) the US Visa Presentation by the US Embassy Consular Office on Thursday, 7 April at 3:00 PM in the MPB 1. (Please refer to the notes above about procedures to enter ISB campus.)
Class of 2023
Registration deadline for the May SAT is 8 April. SAT registration deadline for the 7 May test is 8 April! Any grade 11 student wanting to take the SAT in May must register on the College Board website by 8 April. Instructions on how to register for the test and to be able to take it at ISB can be found on the university counseling website on the testing tab.
Junior Led Conferences are finished! Grade 11 students have presented their Junior Led Conference to their university counselor and their parents. This has been a wonderful opportunity for the counselors (and perhaps parents) to learn more about the students. We have enjoyed the time together and look forward to continuing to work with families on the university research and selection process. Looking ahead, the next Junior Seminar will be on Monday, 28 March.
IASAS Virtual Fair: First ever IASAS International University Fair, 19-20 April, 6:30-8:30 pm
Over 100 universities from around the world will be present to speak to students from the six IASAS schools. This fair is dedicated to the grade 11 students at ISB, ISKL, TAS, ISM, JIS, SAS! Watch this space for the registration information!
Class of 2024
University Night for grade 10 students and parents will be on Tuesday, April 5 at 6:30 PM in the Chevron Theater. We look forward to meeting with grade 10 families to kick start the university research and selection process. The counselors will be providing information about discovering university options around the world along with an overview of the grade 11 and 12 counseling program that focuses on self-reflection, university research, selection and the application process. We are so happy that our meeting will be on campus and in person! To enter campus. Parents must:
- Have a current ISB ID card
- Have taken an ATK and completed the declaration form on
- Wednesday evening (4:00 – 8:00 PM) for access Thursday – Sunday
- While on campus parents must adhere to the ISB mask policy. This means that a mask must be worn the entire time on campus.
- Parents must follow the physical distancing guidelines as set by ISB
- Food and drink are only to be consumed in designated areas. This includes anything you may bring with you.
- Parents must purchase their own ATK for testing purposes
As our community is aware, cases are trending up in Thailand and it is critical that we are all following strict COVID preventive measures as encouraged by the Ministry of Public Health. Currently WE ARE NOT extending this open access to other family members / family helpers. If you have further questions, please contact the hosting division directly.
Parent Coffees Continue!
Thanks to all those who joined the sessions this week. It was great to have the opportunity to present to our Chinese community. Thank you to Helen, the ISB Chinese Liaison, for her translation and support. Unfortunately, we have a very low turnout for our Thai Community meeting. So, if you missed the presentation or would like to review the recording, you can see the recording and slides here.
The next Parent Coffee will be on 15 April @ 9:00 AM and the topic will be Financing University Studies. Watch this space for details!
University Visits
On campus university visit: Thursday, 7 April @ 12:40, Boston University will be on campus to meet with interested students. The presentation will be in the MBP 3. Please encourage your child to attend if they are interested in applying to the US.
Virtual university visits: Be sure to check the Virtual University Visit list for university presentations that are available for students and families to join.
Please check the ISB University/College Counseling website for loads of information. You will find university research tools, transition resources for students and parents, recordings of Parent Coffees and family presentations, virtual university visits, information about testing and how to sign up for the SAT at ISB, a list of summer programs about which the counselors have been informed, and the ISB School Profile.
News from School Counselors
Shannon Leoni
shannonl@isb.ac.th
As we inch closer to a much-needed Songkran break, counselors are continuing to check in with students to ensure they are finding the balance between focusing on school and self-care. Many of our conversations with students include talks on healthy sleep hygiene and regular routines, and making sure that students are prioritizing rest in addition to their other responsibilities.
This is a tough time especially for our 11th and 12th graders, as the stress of exams weighs on the 12th graders and 11th graders are feeling the pressure of assessments and thinking of life after ISB. Some students are hoping that their families won’t go anywhere for Songkran so that they can catch up on work and sleep!
As we draw slightly closer to the end of the school year, we are also reminding students to be prudent about overcommitting to events or activities. ISB is a wonderful place that has numerous opportunities for students to get involved, yet we also want students to maintain that balance between school life and home life. We are confident that students will continue to make the best of this school year, and we remain open and willing to chat with students about any issues that come up for them. Please do let us know if you have any concerns about your student’s well-being so we can collaborate on next steps to support them.
News from the Athletic
Chris Mott
chrism@isb.ac.th
ISB Golf Invitational – Tuesday the 5th of April
ISB will be hosting a student Golf Tournament on Tuesday the 5th of April at the Summitt Windmill course. ISB Students are able to register using THIS link.
Upcoming events
GAME SCHEDULES can be found on the ISB Athletics Website
Saturday 2nd April – U11 Badminton @ ISB
Saturday 2nd April – U11 Mixed Touch @ ISB
News from HS Library
Christopher Bell
christob@isb.ac.th
Please click News from HS Library
HS Musical
Anthony Giles
anthonyg@isb.ac.th
PRE-SALE TICKETS ONLY
Weekdays April 7th-22nd
(200THB per person)
Before School at the Panther
During HS Lunch in the Cafeteria
SHOWTIMES:
6:30pm April 21st
6:30pm April 22nd
2:00pm April 23rd
Chevron Theater
Invention Center Saturday April 2nd. Check it out!!!
Anthony Giles
anthonyg@isb.ac.th
Come to the Invention Center on Saturday, April 2nd from 10am-12pm and learn to design and make your own wooden earrings using the scroll saw. Make earrings for yourself or for a gift. This project is free and open to any middle or high school students. Contact Travis Dynes at travisd@isb.ac.th to sign up. We will have space and materials available for the first 10 students that sign up.
HS IB Visual Art Exhibition – April 5-30, 2022 CC Gallery
Anthony Giles
anthonyg@isb.ac.th
ISB is very proud to present its annual IB Visual Arts Exhibition from April 5-3o in the CC Gallery. This final exhibition is the culmination of our students’ IB experiences over the past 2 years. They have curated a selection of their artwork showcasing a variety of different media including painting, drawing, photography, digital art, ceramics, and film. Please come by anytime throughout the month to see the masterpieces created by our talented students.
Season 4 Panther Activities Registration Now Open
Anthony Giles
anthonyg@isb.ac.th
Please join us after the Songkran break for Season 4 Panther Activities including Panther Arts, Panther Basketball, Panther Baseball and Softball, Panther Golf, Panther Soccer, Panther Volleyball, and new this year, Panther Xtreme by registering your child/ren HERE.
TIMELINE FOR REGISTRATIONS & PAYMENTS
- Open Registration: March 31-April 6, 2022
- Processing: April 7, 2022
- Confirmation of Activities: April 8, 2022
- Payment Window: April 8-22 , 2022
Note that space is limited and that sign-ups will be honored on a first come first served basis by area coordinators.
ISB Summer School 2022 – Registration is now open! (Repeat)
Maurilio (Moe) Baron-Toaldo
maurilib@isb.ac.th
Our ISB Summer School Office is now open! Summer School will be held Monday, June 20 to Tuesday, July 12th this year. All information about programs, courses, specific dates, fees, and registration process is now available on our website.
Early Bird reduced tuition fees are available until April 29th so register early!
Our Summer School Office is located in the Chevron Theater Foyer next to the Cashier Office. Khun Fon, our Summer School Office Secretary is there to greet and assist you 7:00am – 2:45pm Monday to Friday.
For any questions, please email sumdir@isb.ac.th
Best Regards,
Mr. Maurilio (Moe) Baron-Toaldo
ISB Summer School Director