Author Archives: Dennis Harter

by Dennis Harter dennish@isb.ac.th On Thursday, the MS PE department hosted our full day of Middle School Olympics. This year, hosted by Oceania, we were treated to a wonderful Opening Ceremony complete with flag bearers, a gymnastics show, the Olympic … Continue reading →

by Dennis Harter dennish@isb.ac.th Day in and day out, our middle school students make us proud as they develop and grow in their interests, talents, and as young adolescents. We appreciate every one of them for their uniqueness and personalities. … Continue reading →

by Dennis Harter dennish@isb.ac.th What a semester it’s been! On behalf of our Middle School teachers, counselors, staff, and administration, we wish everyone a wonderful holiday break. Hanukkah and Christmas at this time of year – like so many important … Continue reading →

by Dennis Harter dennish@isb.ac.thThis week we hosted a parent coffee focused on the topic of Standards Based Reporting. Thank you to the parents who attended. We continue to benefit from the feedback we receive and the opportunity to share the … Continue reading →

by Dennis Harter dennish@isb.ac.th Last week, teacher comments were published in PowerSchool for your child. The purpose of these comments was to provide learning feedback and specific areas of strength and improvement for the student. The semester continues until the … Continue reading →

by Dennis Harter dennish@isb.ac.th We hope you were able to join us for either or both of two terrific productions this week. On Tuesday, middle school students amazed us with their on-stage improvisation at “On The Spot,” the MS Theatre … Continue reading →

by Dennis Harter dennish@isb.ac.th This past Tuesday, the Middle School Administration hosted our semester 1 Principal’s Forum. Topics included: learning feedback, grading and reporting, communication, and student backpacks, along with a few quick notes at the end and some celebrations. … Continue reading →

by Dennis Harter dennish@isb.ac.th Based on some parent feedback, our next MS Parent Coffee will focus on our grading and reporting practices in the middle school, known as Standards-Based Reporting. This session will take place on November 22nd, 8:00-9:00 AM … Continue reading →

by Dennis Harter dennish@isb.ac.th This past Tuesday, we hosted our first Parent Coffee of the year. We focused that session on our middle school math program and our use of the U.S. Common Core Standards for Mathematics. Finally, we outlined … Continue reading →

by Dennis Harter dennish@isb.ac.th In our next middle school PTA meeting,  on October 13th, our middle school counselors will present a workshop focused on keeping teens and tweens safe in Bangkok and our local community.  The Middle School counselors will … Continue reading →