Month: April 2021

G6-10 Swim Meet Volunteers Needed

Hello!

We need some volunteers to help at a Swim Meet on Sunday, 9th May. 

We are looking for 3 student-volunteers for each session.

1st session: 11am – 1:00pm

2nd session: 1:30pm – 3:30pm

Registration will open at Veracross 1pm today.

Grade 9s – Your next GCD Story

If you would like to record your next GCD story as an interview, please sign up as soon as possible. Check your email for the link and the scaffolds.

Your choices are:

  • Intercultural Communication
  • Artistic Expression
  • Wellness
  • Personal Goal

These new stories are due on April 30 at 4pm.

PS Athletics Day – Tuesday 27th April

Athletics Day is back!
Date:  Tuesday 27th of April
Time: 8am to 2.30pm
Who: Grades 2 to 5 students and parents
Where: School Track & Field
Please remember to wear a hat, carry a drink bottle and use suncream!

No Student Office Hours Today

Dear Students in grades 6-12,

Your teachers will be taking part in an online workshop this afternoon and so not available for Student Office Hours today. Please find another time to talk to your teachers and ask your questions. We will be back to normal next week!

Grade 8 Maths MAP Testing Today

Exultations Excellent Eights!

Your Maths MAP testing is happening in the Large Group Room today after Break.

Please head up to the LGR rested and ready to give this test your best. Charged laptop also ESSENTIAL.

See you then!

PS. Grade 10, you are up tomorrow so sleep well and eat a good breakfast!

ASWS Wednesday Only This Week

The After School Work Space (formerly called Homework Club) will be on Wednesday ONLY this week from 3:00-4:10 in the Learning Support Area (C142).

Come on down to complete assignments, study for exams, work on projects, or just to get organized! All grade 6-12 Students are welcome to attend ASWS.

As an added bonus, there is also Mandarin Support on Wednesdays!

See you there!

Grade 9 MAP Testing Today

Hello Nifty Grade 9’s,

A reminder that your Spring MAP testing will start today after Break during your regular Math block. You will test by study group. Please see your room locations below:

9A-246 (Mrs. Keller)

9B-243 (Mr. Beck)

9C-242 (Mr. Chesterman’s Room)

 

Please arrive well-rested, well-fed, well-hydrated, and with a laptop well-charged!

This test is an opportunity to demonstrate your learning growth this year; you got this.

 

Grade 8, you’re up Monday!

 

Hand Hygiene and Your Health

Did you know?

…up to 80% of communicable diseases are transferred by touch.

…40% of people do not wash their hands after sneezing, coughing, or blowing their nose.

…fecal matter is found on 20% mobile phones.

…only about 10% of people wash there hands correctly.

Stay healthy by washing your hands regularly with soap and water for at least 20 seconds at a time!

A friendly reminder from your NIS Nurse.

TEDxYouth@NIS is TOMORROW

It is not too late to scan the code and register your interest in TEDxYouth@NIS. You are also welcome to rock up on the day. Either way – we would love to see you and you will be inspired and amazed by your friends and teachers who have extraordinary ideas worth sharing. Hope to see you there!

Meet the Speakers: TEDxYouth@NIS

Here they all are. Please come and support your NIS community and be uplifted and inspired by their ideas worth sharing. Scan the QR code to register. Tickets 50RMB on the day. Door Sales avaliable.