BASIS International School Bangkok eNewsletter

Message from Head of School

Dear TUSKERS Families,

Enclosed please find our announcement regarding the adjustments to our faculty in the coming academic year. I want to extend a personal thanks to all of those teachers who have had such incredible dedication over the past several years and made my arrival in Bangkok such a wonderful experience.

Also, I would like to extend a warm welcome to all of the incoming faculty, whom you will have a chance to meet in the coming months.

Leaving_and_Coming_Teachers_2024_25.pdf

Thank you and most sincerely,
Dr. W
Head of School

Message from Head of School & Head of Operations:

Dear TUSKERS families,

What a wonderful week with varieties of activities around campus. We celebrated our Grade 9 students after their AP exams with residential trip to Singapore during the long weekend. They had a fantastic time exploring the history and culture of the city and most importantly it strengthened their bonds and definitely created lasting memories among peers.

At the start of the week, our gymnasium was bustling with friendly sports matches. We hosted King’s College International School Bangkok for U13-U15 Boys and Girls Badminton matches and welcomed Ruamrudee International School for a U9 Mixed Basketball match. These events provide excellent opportunities for our students to enhance their sports skills in a supportive and friendly competition. Thank you to all the parents for your incredible support for our young athletes.

Please be reminded that today marks the last day of the Sport Academies for this academic year. We concluded the Sport Academies with a heartwarming Sport Potluck for all athletes and families. It was inspiring to see how sports not only foster camaraderie among players but also bring the entire community together. Cheers to Team TUSKERS!

We kindly remind everyone to support and respect the Comprehensive exams for our Middle School students next week by fostering a cohesive and quiet environment in campus. We wish them all the best for their exams! Go TUSKERS!

Last but not least, we are excited to invite all families to join us for the Early Years Drama Show, “Peek A Boo! What do we do?” on Monday, June 10th, 2024. There are 2 rounds:

Nursery and PreK2: 09:30 A.M.

PreK1 and Kinder: 11:00 A.M.

The show will feature music, art and drama showcase to celebrate the creativity and hard work of our tiny performers. We look forward to seeing you there!

Best regards,
Dr. W and Ms. Kwan
Head of School and Head of Operations

Save the date for School Events and Academic Calendar:

Sport Day 2024

We are thrilled to invite you to our upcoming Sports Day! Here are the details:

Date: Friday, June 14th.

Schedule:

7:00 A.M.: Campus Opens
7:30 A.M.: ‘The Run for Max’ (ends at 7:55 AM)
8:15 - 9:00 A.M.: Opening Ceremony featuring opening remarks, a parade march, an oath-taking ceremony, and a dance performance.
9:00 A.M.: Students will begin their activities. Parents will start to exit the school at this time.

Throughout the day, students will participate in various sports events such as athletics, football, basketball, and tug of war. Please ensure your child is wearing house colors. The four houses will compete for house points:

Naga (Red)
Nilmangkorn (Green)
Singha (Yellow)
Hongsa (Blue)

Special Event:

2:30 P.M.: Parent-Teacher Tug of War Competition. You are invited to join and compete in the same house as your child. Don’t forget to wear your house colors to help earn points! House points will also be allocated to parents during the Fun run.
Please take a look at the Google form link to sign up for attendance. Google Link

In the event of rain, we will switch to a rainy-day schedule, and all activities will be held inside. Parents will not be able to attend if it rains due to the lack of space in school.

Mr. Jason
Dean of Student Activities & Music Teacher

Run for Max

Dear Families of BISB,

In celebration of the life of our dear student and friend, Max Achyut Kukreja, we will host our first inaugural Run for Max during Sports Day, at 7:30 am on Friday, June 14th.

Please join us for the memorial run during Sports Day next Friday, June 14th at our school track. Please arrive no later than 7:15 am to ensure that you are present for the memorial speech and vigil in memory of our dear Max.

Let us know if you have any questions. It is important that we show up as a community to support the family of Max during this difficult time.

With love and support,
The Faculty of BISB
BASIS International School Bangkok

2023-2024 Yearbook Reservation:

We are excited to announce that the design for our yearbook is nearly complete, and reservations are now open until June 14th!

Reservation Here: https://forms.gle/FPEaQzjajc5phuKz8

This hardcover yearbook will feature approximately 180 full-color pages, including class photos, messages from class teachers and department heads, highlights from the year's activities, and special notes from our administrators. We are confident this yearbook will be a cherished keepsake for years to come.

We will offer this at a subsidized price as below:

Price: THB 300 per book

** The book is expected to be ready by the beginning of next Academic Year (August 2024). We will keep you updated and students can pick it up at the School Reception.

We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to the many businesses in our community whose generous sponsorships have helped us keep the yearbook costs low. So far, we have received a total of THB 150,000 in sponsorships, and our school will match this amount 100%.

Please note that any remaining proceeds after covering the costs will be added to the 2024 Christmas fund, which will be donated along with the Giving Tree initiative in December 2024.

Early Years Newsletter

Happy June to all our Early Years Families,

We are busy bees preparing for our Peek-A-Boo Showcase. You will get to glimpse into the experiences your children are having in art, drama and music classes. Please note the time your child is participating by referencing the poster below.

At BASIS, we wholeheartedly believe in the importance of knowing how to swim and how to be safe in water. I would like to shout out to KCl, who have had the best swim attendance this year. Great job KCl students and families!

Sincerely,

Ms. Annie Fletcher
Director of Early Years

Save the date for Kindergarten Graduation 2024

There are only a few weeks to go before we say goodbye to Kindergarten and hello to summer break and 1st Grade!

Please save-the-date for our Kindergarten Graduation on Friday, June 21^st2024, at 9.00 A.M. – 12.00 P.M.

DRESS CODE:

Girls: Students should wear a white dress (any style) OR a white blouse (no T-shirts please) with white bottoms.
Boys: Students should wear a formal white button-up shirt (no T-shirts please) with dark formal bottoms (black or dark blue trousers or short pants).
ALL students should wear formal close-toed shoes in any color (no sneakers or sandals please). Please see the following pictures for examples of appropriate attire:

Students will wear a graduation cap and gown for the ceremony. We ask that children wear their hair down or in a low bun or ponytail. Please see the images below for an example:

After the ceremony, students will bring their gowns and caps back to the teachers. If you want to borrow the graduation gown and cap to take more photos at home, please return the RSVP form sent in your child’s CJ as there will be a deposit for the caps and gowns to be rented out.

Graduation Song

Our graduation ceremony will include the song หัวใจผูกกัน

If you are able to practice this song with your child(ren) at home, please use the following YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gzk_nRmLyzY

**Please note students will not sing the entire song and should only practice the lyrics included (the first 1:30 minutes of the song) **

Thank you very much for your wonderful support this year!

Warmly,
Kinder Teachers and Ms. Annie

P.E. Corner:

TUSKERS Sports Academy - Celebrating a Year of Success & Looking Forward!

Dear TUSKERS Families,

It was a pleasure having you at the Sports Academy Potluck as a conclusion of our TUSKERS Sports Academy and to celebrate a truly fantastic year!

This year was all about establishing a solid foundation for our sports program. We couldn't have achieved this without the unwavering support of our parents. Thank you for your encouragement and enthusiasm!

Throughout the year, our students competed in a remarkable 50 competitions across various disciplines.

We're incredibly proud of our TUSKERS! Our team games resulted in impressive 2nd and 3rd place finishes, while individual athletes brought home 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards. These achievements reflect the dedication of our students, the guidance of our coaches, and the unwavering support from you, the parents.

We are incredibly grateful for all we've accomplished together this year. However, this is just the beginning! We're excited to announce plans for the next level of training and even more thrilling tournaments in the year ahead.

We'll be sharing more details about upcoming events and registration for next year's TUSKERS Sports Academy program soon.

Thank you once again for being an integral part of our success. We're excited to continue building the TUSKERS program together!

Go TUSKERS!

Sincerely,
TUSKERS Sports Academy Team

From PE TEACHERS Early Years to G9

BASIS PE Triumphs! A Year of Discovery, Growth, and Setting New Standards

Dear Parents,

This year at BASIS PE, we witnessed something truly remarkable - the unleashing of a sporting spirit unlike any other!

Early Years: A Celebration of Growth and Discovery:

For our Early Years athletes, the year has been a transformative adventure! From conquering gymnastics skills to mastering expressive dance movements, from exploring the wonders of outdoor activities to uncovering the rich tapestry of physical games from Thailand and beyond, it has been a whirlwind of growth, fun, and discovery.

We witnessed their strength, confidence, and teamwork blossom as they tackled new challenges and celebrated achievements. We are incredibly grateful for the opportunity to play a part in their physical and personal development.

A Symphony of Sports: G1-G9

Our students embarked on an epic journey of athletic exploration, mastering the fundamentals of Basketball, Football, Athletics, Badminton, Rugby, American Flag Football, and Volleyball! Their enthusiasm and hunger for new challenges were truly inspiring – with each new sport bringing a fresh wave of "what's next?" questions. This curiosity and dedication are every PE teacher's dream come true!

This incredible diversity of sports and activities has provided us with an invaluable insight into our students' unique talents and needs. This wealth of data will be instrumental in tailoring our lessons for even greater impact next year.

We wish you all a safe and restful summer. Get ready, TUSKERS, because next year, we're aiming even higher!

Go TUSKERS!

Sincerely,
The BASIS PE Team

BASIS Swimmers Triumph! Celebrating Achievements & Gearing Up for More!

Dear Parents,

This year at BASIS Swimming, we witnessed a truly remarkable display of perseverance and aquatic prowess!

Early Years: Taking the Plunge with Confidence

Our Early Years swimmers have also been making waves! May ushered in their final unit of Learn to Swim 3. They've been diligently practicing crucial skills like jumping in from the poolside, logrolling, and pushing and gliding. These skills will be showcased in their upcoming assessments.

These young learners have displayed immense swimming potential, and we're thrilled to present them with their well-earned Swim England Discovery Duckling 4 certificates upon kindergarten graduation.

Grades 1-9: Mastering the Art of Swimming

For swimmers in Grades 1-9, May marked the exciting culmination of their journey. They dove headfirst into their final unit – a comprehensive review of strokes, assessments, and the much-anticipated introduction of dives and flip turns!

This intensive training, coupled with their dedication throughout the year, has honed their skills in freestyle, backstroke, and breaststroke. We are incredibly proud of their progress, and their upcoming assessments will be a testament to their commitment.

We'll finish the year with a splash, engaging in exciting water games that showcase their diving skills, teamwork, and physical awareness. And the best part is that this playful learning aligns perfectly with our engrossing Swim England curriculum!

We have awarded well-deserved Swim England Certificates to swimmers who have met the rigorous standards of the program. Witnessing the strides they've made fills our hearts with immense pride!

We, the BASIS swim coaches, are proud of each of our swimmers! They are all champions. We look forward to seeing them return next year, ready to conquer even greater aquatic feats!

Go TUSKERS Swimmers!

Sincerely,
The BASIS Swim Team

Library Corner:

Hello from BISB Library!

One final reminder that ALL library books are due on Monday, June 10^th. If your child has a late or lost book, you should have received an email from me already. Books can be returned directly to the Library, to the book return box by the canteen, or to our lovely reception team.

Any books not returned by Monday, June 10th will be marked as LOST and will have to be paid for so we can order a replacement, as per our school’s book return policy.

Additionally, I am excited to announce BISB Library’s summer hours!

Beginning Monday, July 1^st, the library will be open every Monday and Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. until July 24th. Each visit, Grade 4 and up students can check out 4 books, and parents can check out 6-10 books.

Can’t make it over the summer? No problem. Parents and students in Grades 4 & up can begin summer reading checkout after school on Thursday, June 20^th. This means G.4 and up students can check out up to 4 books to keep until we return back to school in August. Be sure to check the next newsletter for my summer reading lists, online tools, and reading challenges for students in varying grade levels!

Lastly, please note the library will be CLOSED the next two weeks due to inventory and project week, with the exception of after school on Thursday, June 20^th for summer book checkout.

Thank you and happy reading,

Ms. Erika
Librarian

Announcement for 2024-2025 School's Parent ID Card:

Parents are requested to complete 2024-2025 Parent School ID cards online form by the 21 June 2024 (Last day of school). Please kindly submit a clear photograph with a white background. Thank you!

Link: https://forms.gle/zCbrQNMpb5bxTZ3M7

*Remark: If you don't submit the form by the due date, school will use the current academic year information and issue the parent ID card for father and mother only.

Example Photo:

Community News:

Ping Pong: 6th Grader vs Head of School

Today, I had the opportunity to play a few points of ping pong with Grade 6 student, Tichar. Tichar impressed me with her playing style, and especially with her focus, fast moves and dangerous service.

Tichar and I have been speaking over the past few months and finally agreed to an official match toward the end of the Academic Year. Today, Friday 7 June, we held the match at 12:30, right after lunch.

Our referee, Coach Tony, explained the official rules to us. We played a best-of- 3 match to 11 points per game and a change of service every second point. Tichar won the first game 11-7. After switching sides, Tichar’s confidence, smashes, subtle serves and shot strength left me well behind. The second game ended in 11-1. Overall, a 2-0 victory for Tichar.

Tichar is a very talented ping pong player and I am proud to have students like Tichar at our school. I will be practicing ping pong for a rematch next Academic Year!

Thank you Tichar for playing and congratulations!

Dr. W
Head of School

Class 3Ar Music Video Project

It has been a busy couple of months recording the Argonauts singing and dancing, but we have had so much fun along the way. In our Connections curriculum, one of the topics was to create a parody. I thought the students could use the skills they learned in the Humanities poetry unit to help me write a song. Later, I thought, "Hey! Why don’t we record it properly and make a music video?" I believed it would be a fantastic memory for the kids to look back on in the future.

I could not have done this without such a great group of kids who are so willing to put in the effort!

Thank you to everyone who participated in the video. Special thanks to all the Argonauts for your hard work, patience, dedication, and for putting up with me and my crazy ideas!

Mr. Ryan
Grade 3 Learning Expert Teacher (LET)