BISB Weekly Update - December 6th 2024

Message from the School:

Dear TUSKERS families,

Get ready for an action-packed day of sports and school spirit! Join us tomorrow, Saturday, December 7th, for our 3rd BASIS Football Festival. This exciting event will feature talented U9-U15 players from various international schools competing in thrilling matches. Come cheer on our Team TUSKERS as they showcase their skills on the field. See you there! 

As we approach the holiday season, we are delighted to invite you to a spectacular lineup of festive events during next week and the final week of school. Our students and teachers have already started rehearsing and preparing for these exciting activities, bringing their creativity and holiday spirit to life. Mark your calendars and join us in celebrating the joy of the season!

• Friday, December 13th: Christmas Caroling
  • 7:30 AM at the Main Gate
  • 8:00 AM at the Early Years Gate
    
    
• Tuesday, December 17th: TUSKERS Town’s Twelve Days of Christmas by Grade 1-2, starting at 2:30 PM
  
  
• Wednesday, December 18th: Twas the Night Before Christmas by Grade 3-5, starting at 2:30 PM
  
  
• Thursday, December 19th: Christmas Concert featuring performances from TUSKERS Primary Choirs, Rock Bands and Ensemble Orchestra, starting at 4:00 PM.
  
  
• Thursday, December 19th: The BASIS Winter Wonderland Bazaar, organizing by our Parent Association, offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy festive treats and activities. Open after school from 12:30 PM (for Nursery) until 6:00 PM
  
  
• Friday, December 20th: Early Years Christmas Bazaar. Early Years parents are welcomed to join at 9:50 AM – 12:25 PM

This festive week promises to be filled with joy, creativity, and memorable moments for all. Come celebrate the season with us! It’s a week you won’t want to miss! 

Warm wishes, 
BASIS International School Bangkok

Save the date for School Events and Academic Calendar:

Disclaimer: Kindly note that event dates and times are subject to change. We encourage you to check the latest newsletter closer to the event for the most accurate information.

BASIS Experience 2025: STEM and Service in Hawaii

Join our information session on Monday, December 9^th, 2024, starting at 08:30 AM, to learn about our upcoming Stem and Service Trip to Hawaii. This is the third year of the BASIS Experiences trip where our students have an opportunity to travel together, experience the local culture and work towards an educational outcome.

We look forward to seeing you there!

BASIS Winter Wonderland Bazaar

Step into the magic of the holiday season at our exclusive BASIS Winter Wonderland Bazaar, organizing by our wonderful Parent Association.

Date: Thursday, 19th December

Time: After school (Starting at 12:30 PM for Nursery until 6:00 PM)

🎁 For BASIS Students Only – All activities are FREE!

Get ready for a festive afternoon filled with:

• ✨ A Christmas-themed photo backdrop to capture magical memories
• 🎟️ Raffles with exciting prizes
• 🎨 DIY ornament-making
• 🎉 Fun Christmas tattoos
• 🎈 Bozo the Clown’s incredible balloon creations
• 🍪 Delicious Christmas snacks, gingerbread cookies, marshmallows, ice cream, chocolates, and more!

Join us to celebrate the season with joy, laughter, and holiday cheer! See you there!

Early Years Newsletter:

Supporting Your Child’s Health through Proper Nutrition and Sleep

Dear Early Years Families,

Good nutrition and sufficient sleep are essential for children aged 2–6 as they support growth, focus, mood regulation, and overall well-being. Here's how you can help:

Nutrition Tips

• Children need balanced meals consisting of the five food groups—proteins, carbohydrates, fruits, vegetables, and fats—spread over three main meals and 1–2 healthy snacks daily. Include foods like whole grains, lean proteins, fresh fruits, and vegetables, and limit sugar and processed snacks.
• Milk is especially important; 2–3 glasses a day provide calcium for bone development. For young children, portion sizes should be age-appropriate: for example, 4 tablespoons of protein-rich foods and 3 portions of fruits daily can meet their needs.

Sleep Recommendations

• Children aged 2–5 need 10–13 hours of sleep daily to support brain and physical development. Consistent bedtime routines and limiting screen time before bed are crucial for quality sleep.
• Good sleep boosts focus, memory, emotional stability, and physical growth. It’s important to provide a quiet, dark, and comfortable environment for rest.

Both proper nutrition and sleep help children excel in school, manage emotions, and maintain good health. For more details, please refer to resources by the ThaiHealth Promotion Foundation, which offer guidelines tailored to young children in Thailand:

• Nutrition for Early Childhood
• Sleep Hygiene for Preschoolers

Thank you for your support in fostering your child’s growth and development.

Ms. Annie
Director of Early Years

🎅 Santa is coming to BASIS Bangkok! 🎄

Join us for a Family-Friendly Christmas Bazaar filled with festive fun and holiday cheer!

We will meet you on the field after our class visits with Santa. Families are welcome to join us for activities, crafts, games and lunch.

Important reminders:
 ☀️ Bring your sunscreen to stay safe in the sun.
 💧 Carry a water bottle to stay hydrated.

Get ready to spread some holiday cheer with us. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Primary, Middle & High School Newsletter

Message from Dean of Primary School

Dear Families,

Last week our Primary assemblies were focused on KINDNESS.  To encourage kindness across the school, our Primary students will be working across Grade levels and with some of our Early Years students in activities that will spotlight how we can evidence this very important Tuskers value. Some of our Grade 1 and 2 students also helped to create our “Be the ‘I’ in Kind” wall in the academic hall. We are excited to celebrate kindness across the school!

Many of our students are earning their Tuskers badges for their lanyards. We are so proud of their hard work, especially as they need THREE nominations to earn a badge.  GO TUSKERS!

There have been a variety of illnesses going around the school this term. Our Nurse’s office has been busy! If your child has been excused from school with a doctor’s note, please ensure that your child stays at home to rest for the entirety of their sick note.  While we miss them when they are away, we want to be sure that they are in good health and are ready to return to school. If you have any questions about this, please contact the school nurse directly.

Thank you for your continued support! We are grateful to partner with you in your child’s education.

Have a lovely weekend,

Dean Jenny,
Dean of Primary

College Counseling Corner:

Greetings BISB Community,

Welcome to the College Corner, a snapshot of the College Counseling process at BASIS International School Bangkok.

This is a very busy season at BISB, and with all the excitement and events I will keep this post simple.

On Tuesday, December 10, Mr. Ian, Mr. Toby, and I will have a Parent Coffee focused on middle and high school elective options, the course selection process at BISB, and an overview of how the BISB Curriculum prepares students for universities across the globe. Because this coffee is very content dense, we have also scheduled a more intimate coffee that focused on answering your specific and prevalent questions.

On Tuesday, December 17, Dean Andrew, Mr. Ian, Ms. Hannah, and I are offering a coffee for Grade 6 & 7 parents. This coffee will address commonly asked questions and offer more time for additional questions and answers.

On Thursday, December 19, our coffee morning will focus on Grade 8, 9, and 10 parents.

The new year is right around the corner, and we want you to head off to break excited for the future and confident in our plans.

In January, I will begin my 1-1 meetings with students in Grades 8-10. We will discuss summer options and plan out their schedule for next year (and options through to graduation). When it comes time for students to register for their 2025 courses, I will also meet individually with families to discuss course choices. Deciding on courses, careers, and colleges is complicated and can be quite stressful. I am here with you every step of the way. Think of me as your own private consultant who also knows everything about the BASIS Curriculum, summer opportunities nearby and far away, and the university application process to every university on the globe.

Thank you,
Ms. Kate Irving
College Counselor

Library Corner:

Hello from BISB Library! 

The holiday break is almost here and BISB Library has a ton planned for the community before break. I am so excited to invite students and parents to an array of events including two special story times and a virtual discussion with American author Christina Li.

The first event will be POP! A Bubble Story Time, on Wednesday, December 11^th from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. We will read the picture book, Pop!, written by Jason Carter Eaton and Matt Rockefeller and then together we will create unique art pieces using recycled bubble wrap. The event will end with bubble play outside near the Thai House. I hope to see many of you there!

The second story time will be on Wednesday, December 18^th from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Wear your favorite pajamas and get in the Christmas spirit with this Holly Jolly Christmas Story Time. We will read a few Christmas classics and enjoy some tasty hot cocoa! I encourage parents and students to check out books for the winter break after this event. Please note that moving forward that entry to library story times will close at 4:00 p.m. Please arrive within 30 minutes of the event start time. 

Lastly, students in Grades 4 and up are invited to attend a virtual Q&A with American author Christina Li. This event is brought to you by BISB Book Club and will be during the school day from 12:20 p.m. to 12:55 p.m. This event is registration only and a unique opportunity for students to discuss creative writing, publishing, literature, and storytelling with a best-selling author. We will discuss two of Li’s books, Ruby Lost and Found and Clues to the Universe (both available for checkout in the library). To register, please use this link: https://forms.gle/nLgUnE82uXHyDBLBA For Grades 6-8 who register, we will organize an earlier lunch time for them to attend.

Be sure to check out next week’s newsletter for winter reading recommendations and opportunities to earn house points over break!

Thank you all and I look forward to seeing you soon,

Ms. Erika
Librarian

ECA Corner

ECA Formula 1

It is great news for our Formula 1 students in the early years, primary, and above. We are excited to announce that we will have a "Formula 1 Racing Challenge Trial" on Wednesday, December 11^th 2024, at our usual ECA time. Students will race their own Formula 1 car on the speeding tracks at the MPR. We will share photos with you next week, parents are invited to watch the challenge from 3:15 -5:00 PM

ECA Ballet and Cover Dance

We are excited to announce the upcoming International Young Dance Competition 2025! This prestigious event is an excellent opportunity for young dancers to showcase their talent and passion for dancing.

Competition Schedule & Event Information:

Preliminary Round:

• Dates: 1 November 2024 – 15 March 2025 (On-Site and Online Options)
• Early Bird Registration (Special Price): 1–30 November 2024
• Normal Price Registration: 1 December 2024 – 15 February 2025 (Please check the pricing on the attached poster)

Competition Day:

• On-Site: 22, 23, 29, and 30 March 2025
• Online: Submit video clips by 15 February 2025

Venue:
Puey Ungphakorn Centenary Hall, Thammasat University, Thailand

This competition is open to all students with dancing skills who are eager to participate and challenge themselves. Students interested in competing can register directly through the link provided in the poster attached below. 

ECA Ballet and Cover Dance students for more information contact One Academy via official Line account: @oneacademyrama2

ECA Gymnastic

We cordially invite your talented child to participate in the 14^th Bangkok Gymnastics Invitational Meet Moose Game 2025 (Moose Game) that will be held during 29th-30th March 2025 at Thai Canadian Community Sports, Bangkok.

The Moose Games are annual invitational gymnastics meets which is one of largest invitational gymnastics meet in Thailand. The meets compete on the international gymnastics level with participants from international schools in Thailand and other schools from abroad such as Malaysia, China, Hong Kong, Singapore etc.  

Registration Requirement:  

• All Interested participants from BASIS must be registered as BASIS International School Representative
• Registered participants must wear a BASIS Gymnastic Leotard (BASIS Leotard will be available for sales from March 2024)

Registration Process:  

• An interested participant can register and check your level directly with a designated school gymnastic provider (Thai Canadian Community Sport, TCCS) via Line Official: @ThaiCanadian  
• For a BASIS Leotard, please contact us via Line Official @bisb or email at ECA@basis.ac.th
• The leotard for girls costs 2,400 THB  
• The leotard for boys costs 1,650 THB 
• The price above is excluding shorts and long pants, they are necessary for boys:  Shorts costs 650 THB and Long pants costs 1,350 THB

Please find the enclosed invitation attached here for more details:

For more information please contact via LINE: @thaicanadian

The Giving Tree Project 2024

Dear Families,

As the holiday season approaches, we are teaching our students the values of gratitude, appreciation, and kindness towards others in our community. This year, BASIS International School Bangkok is once again honored to organize the "Giving Tree" project, in collaboration with our NJHS students and the "Baan Nokkamin Foundation."

Through this project, we have the opportunity to bring joy to less fortunate children in our community by donating new gifts. We warmly invite you to join us in this heartwarming initiative and help make this Christmas season special for those in need. Please kindly follow the instructions below if you wish to contribute a gift.

Should you have any questions or need further information, please do not hesitate to reach out to our school staff via LINE Official at @bisb.

Thank you for your generosity and support.

Best regards, 
BASIS International School Bangkok

BASIS Winter Camp 2024 is Now Open!

Give your child an action-packed holiday filled with creativity, fun, and new skills! From exploring arts & crafts to mastering gymnastics, swimming, archery, dance, Taekwondo and even cooking and many more, there’s something to ignite every child’s passion!

Let’s help them grow, make new friends, and build confidence this winter!

Camp Dates: 23-27 December 2024 & 6-10 January 2025

 Age Groups:

•  CUKI TOTS (3-5 years old)
•  CUKI (6-12 years old)

Don’t miss out! Call or LINE to register today:

CUKI TOTS (Coach Joey): 081-143-6792 or LINE @cukitots

CUKI (Mineyo): 080-240-3330 or LINE: cukimineyo

Celebrate the Musical Talents of our BASIS Students this December

We are thrilled to invite our BASIS community to witness the incredible talents of our students from the BASIS Ensemble Symphony Orchestra as they perform in two remarkable concerts this December. 

1. MCGP Bangkae Annual Concert 2024

   Date: Sunday, December 15^th, 2024 

   Time: 1:00 PM 

   Venue: MACM Hall, College of Music, Mahidol University (Salaya) 

   Tickets: On sale starting November 30th, 2024, at 11:00 AM 

2. 2024 Symphony Orchestra: "Johann Strauss II - An Der Schönen Blauen Donau"

   Date: Sunday, December 15th, 2024 

   Time: 4:00 - 5:00 PM 

   Venue: MACM Hall, College of Music, Mahidol University (Salaya) 

Don’t miss this opportunity to support our students and enjoy an unforgettable day of music. We look forward to seeing you there! 

Well-being Corner:

Dear TUSKERS Families,

It is with immense excitement that we announce our upcoming "Parents Series," an engaging and comprehensive program designed to address a myriad of topics pertinent to parents throughout their journey. This event will be hosted in the Black Box, featuring Dr. Golf and a distinguished guest host for our final session.

Our series will commence in September with a compelling session on "Effective Communication with Teens," followed by a diverse range of topics each month. Please refer to the attached poster for a detailed schedule of this year’s topics.

We eagerly anticipate your participation and look forward to seeing you there!

Join our BASIS Community Sports Activities!

We invite all parents, students, family members, faculty, and staff to join our fun Community Sports Activities.

Here’s the schedule:

 • Tuesday: Badminton (5:30 - 7:30 PM)
 • Wednesday: Football (5:30 - 7:00 PM)
 • Thursday: Badminton & Basketball (5:30 - 7:30 PM)

Just bring a water bottle, and if you’re playing badminton, don’t forget your racket! No reservations needed, but please sign in at reception if it’s your first time using the facilities this year.

Students aged 14 and up can join without parents but must also submit the form at reception.

We hope to see you there!

Weekly Menu Updates:

Community Health Updates

This week our records cut-off time for is Friday at 3:00 P.M.  There are 3 cases this week. 

ECA Timetable

Photo of The Week

EY Fire Fighter :

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1uRYmDSffjvxXAiQfIZxkYC4nKZfLhXLS?usp=sharing

U11 BG Basketball - BASIS vs WICS : 

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1O_QgiNdQkPAoHnQroruqz4JKSWw_AsNM?usp=sharing