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Higher Education Afternoon
Join us for Higher Education Afternoon information session to delve into the critical topic of NIS students’ college applications. Chinese and Korean translations will be provided.
Event Details:
Date: 29 August, 2023
Time: 2:30 PM – 3:30 PMLocation: NIS PAC
Who: Grade 12 & 11 students (mandatory)and parents (strongly recommended), Grade 9-10 students and parents (optional)
Attendees will learn about the following:
- College application trends and updates on NIS senior students
- Tips and insights from innovative university counseling programs implemented by the NIS university counseling department to equip students with tools for achieving their post-secondary goals
- How families can provide positive and constructive support throughout their child’s PSI application journey
- Expectations for G12/11 to G10/9 students and how they can prepare themselves as inquiring and well-balanced learners in exploring their post-secondary options
Looking forward to your attendance and participation.
Pearl Noh
University Counselor
Seeking workshop presenters for the EARCOS 19th Annual Teachers’ Conference 2024 (March 21-23)
The 2024 East Asia Regional Council of Schools (EARCOS) is seeking workshop presenters for the 2024 Teachers Conference in Bangkok, Thailand.
If you are leading students in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, Social Studies, Service Learning or Global Issues and Citizenship, and are interested in chatting about possible ideas for a workshop, please get in touch!
The EARCOS 19th Annual Teachers’ Conference will be held from March 21-23 at the Bangkok Shangri-La Hotel.
Workshops can be solo or copresented and, in addition to the above-mentioned areas, workshops targeted at Middle School education and General Education Topics are also encouraged.
We would love to talk to you about any ideas, as well as support with both planning and presentation.
Please contact Lee to discuss your interest and learn more about the process.
DP retreat Grade 12
Dear Grade 12,
see you in the Center 3rd floor today!
I will take attendance at 8:00 am sharp!
Mrs Fox
August Birthday Cupcakes on Wednesday
Secondary Teachers Only – Tuesday PD Session Information Gathering
At the Tuesday afternoon PD session (Secondary ONLY), we will be collaborating and sharing how best to support any students of concern.
Fill in form with student name, grade level and short description of your concern.
One student per form but you can send more than one form.
https://forms.office.com/r/HNfpxVcciC
Please fill in the form by Monday 3:15.
Lockdown Drill on Tuesday, 29 August 2023
As confirmed by SLT, there will be an announced Lockdown Drill @09.55h on Tuesday 29 August for the whole school.
Please find out the online survey with enclosed Procedure of Code Blue, and share your feedback after the Lockdown drill via NIS Code Blue on Aug.29 or by scanning the QR below by Wednesday, 30 August 2023.
All staff members must submit their feedback in the provided online survey.
Thanks for your support!
Arek and the team
Ideas to create universally designed assessment
Something to read:
https://rb.gy/8xkrv
Something to look at:
Happy Monday to all!
Tuesday Secondary Lunch Change
This Tuesday we will move the Secondary lunch period to 11:30am-12:30pm with secondary recess FIRST from 11:30-12:00pm and lunch from 12:00-12:30pm. This means that Tuesday will see the Secondary lunch break between Block Three and Block Four with students eating at 12:00pm just like all other days. There should be no impact on Primary lunch. Secondary teachers with BTT this Tuesday have been notified. The goal of this change is to create a smoother and more consistent Secondary student experience on Tuesdays and to improve traffic flow around the cafeteria. Please see Mr. Bratton or Ms. Morrow with questions. Thanks for giving this a go!
Friday House Photo
Quick reminder, at 8.05 today, please make your way to your meeting point. Teachers, please help direct the students.
Taiping – Green Gym
Wutaishan – Music LGR
Xuanwu – Blue Gym
After a short intro by the House Teachers and Student Leaders, please make your way to the grass pitch for a photo. Again, teachers please help direct the students. Andrew F will have a megaphone to give instructions. Wicky will be using the drone.
N = Taiping
I = Wutaishan
S = Xuanwu
Return to classes by 8.40 am.
Thank you.
Facility Notice
Dear all,
Equipment Testing of Lockdown System on this coming Sunday (Aug 27th) 8:00am~4:00pm. Please ignore the broadcasting and the flickering blue lights during the period.
Thanks for your understanding.
Facility Team
Cognitive Coaching Course in Suzhou
The legendary Dr. Ochan Powell will offer Cognitive Coaching in Suzhou this year, with part one happening October 18-21 and part two to come in April.
“Research indicates that teaching is a complex intellectual activity and that teachers who think at higher levels produce students who are higher achieving, more cooperative, and better problem solvers. It is the invisible skills of teaching, the thinking processes that underlie instructional decisions, which produce superior instruction. Cognitive Coaching is a research-based model that capitalizes upon and enhances teachers’ cognitive processes.”
Please see Kasson (also a CC course with Ochan alum) for more information. If you are keen, please speak with Jacqui or Sara, then complete the PLA Tracking Form. The cost of the course is 6000 RMB which is professional learning allowance-eligible.
How to access my e-Payslip
Please find the SY2324 income letter in your tray before 9AM and follow the instruction of How to access my e-Payslip to view Aug pay slip. See Holly if any query.
Robotics Event in Shanghai
NIS is taking a small team of students to Shanghai for the VEX Robotics 16hr Build Event on Saturday 16th Sept.
There are limited positions available, so if you are keen to come and take part, come and see Mr Brady to register your name and get further information. Registration closes Friday 1st Sept.
