BASIS International School Bangkok eNewsletter

Message from the School:

Dear BASIS Families,

First and foremost, congratulations to all our TUSKERS on their incredible achievements this Trimester 2! At the Award Ceremonies, we had the joy of celebrating their hard work, academic success, and personal growth. We’re so proud of each and every one of them and can’t wait to see what they will accomplish next. Well done, TUSKERS!

Next week, the week will be packed with fun activities of our Book Week, including author visits, a book fair with Kinokuniya and Asia Books and Creative Storytelling Showcase! There are some special activities for parents too, so don’t miss out!

We will kick off the week with a red carpet walk on Monday morning to welcome our students in style! We encourage everyone to dress up as their favorite book characters and snap some fun photos at the backdrop in front of the Main Gate turnstile. Early Years students are invited to join the fun as well, parents can send them off at the front gate for a quick photo opportunity. Kindly check the poster below and Library Corner in this newsletter for all the details.

As part of Book Week, we are also hosting our International Day Celebration on Friday, March 21st, during lunchtime for students. Led by our amazing Parents Association and teachers, this event gives our TUSKERS a chance to explore a variety of delicious foods and snacks while enjoying fun activities from around the world. It’s a fantastic opportunity to celebrate our school’s diversity and global spirit.

Lastly, a quick reminder for all Kangaroo Math participants, mark your calendars for Sunday, March 23rd, 2025! More details about the competition will be sent to parents via email next week.

We look forward to celebrating a week full of stories, creativity, and cultural connections with you all!

Best regards,
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.

Parent vs. Teacher Sports Showdown!

Dear Parents,

Get ready for some friendly competition and community fun! We are excited to invite you to our upcoming Parent vs. Teacher Sports Matches. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just looking for some good-natured fun, we’d love to see you there!

Event Details:

Parent vs. Teacher Basketball Match (Our First Ever!)
Wednesday, April 2
5:00 PM
Sign Up Here: Parent vs Teacher Basketball Match Apr 2

Parent vs. Teacher Football Match (The Rematch!)
Wednesday, April 9
5:00 PM
Sign Up Here: Parent vs Teacher Football Match Apr 9

The format of each match will be determined based on the number of signups. So, if you’re interested in joining the fun, be sure to sign up as quickly as you can using the links provided above.

Come out and show your school spirit—whether you’re on the court, on the field, or cheering from the sidelines. Let’s make these events a blast for everyone!

Ready to step up to the challenge? Sign up and show us what you’ve got!

Looking forward to seeing you there,
Coach Tony

Early Years Newsletter

Dear Families,

We look forward to our upcoming Family Meetings. Please check your newsletter or the email from your child’s teacher to sign up. These meetings are optional, but you will receive your child’s reports today, and we encourage you to meet with the teachers if you have any questions about your child’s progress. We are here to support you.

We are seeking parents who are in the medical profession for our Kindergarten Human Body Expo. This involves teaching small groups of kindergarten students all about your profession in a hands-on format. Our date will be a morning in early May. If you are interested and would like to discuss details, please contact kindergarten teacher, Ms. Rani r.weewauters@basis.ac.th

Sincerely,
Ms. Annie
Director of Early Years

Primary and Upper School Newsletter

Message from Dean of Primary and Upper School

Dear Parents,

T2 Report Cards and Social Emotional Reports are being sent home today with your children.

Please take some time to discuss the results with your child and help them to set realistic goals for the final trimester of the year.

If you have any questions about your child’s report, please contact Deans or Mr. Ian (i.sato@basis.ac.th)

If your query relates to a specific subject, please contact your child’s LET/SET directly.

Best wishes,
Dean Andrew and Dean Jenny

Library Corner

Hello from BISB Library!

To start, I want to give a special shoutout to our Kids Lit Quiz team members for their effort, teamwork, and collaboration in today’s Kids Lit Quiz competition at Harrow International School. These students spent months reading new and classic stories, studying authors, and completing practice quizzes to prepare. We are so proud of them for how well they did in today’s competition representing our school! Out of 49 teams altogether, Team 1 (Chicken Nugget Potatoes) came in 12^th place - Amazing job to Narvy, Alex, Megan, and Bond. Team 2 (The Famous Four) came in 28^th place - Awesome job Tham, Mona, Emma, and Bua! And Team 3 (Ms. Erika’s Divas) came in 23^rd place - Great job to Nina, Tina, Gutjang, and Anya. We are so proud of our book-loving TUSKERS!

This week in the library, we continued our discussion of authors and illustrators with both Early Years and Primary students. This week we were introduced to author and illustrator, Aaron Blabey, most known for his junior graphic novel The Bad Guys. For students in EY and Primary, we read and Blabey’s hilarious story about a dog who needs to learn how to share titled Pig the Pug.

Secondly, please refer to the events and planning flyers below for Bookweek 2025 on March 17^th – 21st! There are a variety of activities happening throughout the week including author visits, a book fair with Kinokuniya and Asia Books, a Creative Storytelling Showcase, and in Bookweek tradition, a Spirit Week!

Lastly, please note that the library will be CLOSED on Thursday, March 20^th for the Creative Storytelling Showcase, and Friday, March 21^st in preparation of the Grades 4/5 sleepover.

I look forward to seeing you all next week for our Super Story Time, Teddybear Story Time, and Storytelling Showcase!

Thank you and happy reading,
Ms. Erika
Librarian

Academic Spotlight

We are thrilled to share that our 6th-Grade students recently completed a fascinating brain dissection lab in biology class. Using pig brains, which closely resemble human brain anatomy, students had the opportunity to explore the structure and functions of the brain up close. They carefully examined different parts of the brain, such as the cerebrum, cerebellum, and brainstem, gaining valuable insights into how these components work together to control various bodily functions.

The lab provided an engaging and educational experience, allowing students to apply their classroom knowledge in a practical setting. We were impressed by their curiosity, teamwork, and attention to detail throughout the process. It was a wonderful opportunity for them to deepen their understanding of human anatomy and the nervous system in a memorable and meaningful way!

Thank you for your incredible support for “THIS MURDER WAS STAGED”, student drama production! Our first round of the show is fully booked, so we’re thrilled to announce a second round on May 2nd!

Date: Friday, May 2nd, 2025
Time: 4:00 PM
Location: The Black Box

🕵🏻‍♂️Play Synopsis:

It's the opening night of a brand-new mystery play, but just as the killer is about to be revealed, the body of the play's director falls onstage instead. At that moment, the theater becomes an active crime scene, and everyone—from cast to crew to even the audience—becomes a suspect.

We’re so grateful for the enthusiasm around this production and would love for more of you to experience this thrilling and entertaining performance.

🎟 Tickets are available at the school reception

Zone A – THB 200
Zone B – THB 300
VIP Box – THB 5,000 (Limited to 2 VIP boxes ONLY!)

By supporting this event, you’re also making a meaningful impact on the lives of children in need. All proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to the Community Children Foundation (CCF) under the Royal Patronage of HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn.

Hope to see you there!

Experience VIP Mystery & Comfort! Only 2 VIP Boxes Available!

Step into the mystery with the best seats in the house! Our exclusive VIP Box offers:

Popcorn
Non-alcoholic drinks
Exclusive “Meet the Cast”
Signed Playbook
“The Murder Was Staged” Poster
Private box seating for 6 guests

THB 5,000 per box – and we only have 2 VIP boxes available!

🔎 Book now before they’re gone!

Support Student Theater – Become a Sponsor!

BASIS Bangkok’s first-ever student drama production is looking for sponsors! Your name & contributions will be featured in our official playbook, seen by students, parents, and the community.

Sponsorship Benefits:

Your name/logo in the playbook (Both Physical and Digital Copies)
Special mention during the event
Be part of an educational & artistic milestone!

Contact us today and support young talent in the arts!

Kindly confirm your sponsorship by Friday, March 7^th, 2025.

ECA Corner

ECA Highlights

Facilities Update: New Communication Board

Our school has just installed many of these communication boards around the school. We hope these boards will be where ideas and knowledge are expressed and flourished; community events or joyous occasions are communicated and celebrated. Please be patient as our academic team & communication team are working together to present content on these new boards.

The boards are functional and efficient as they are made of a specialized imported sound deadening punch board material. This material is durable and environmentally safe while at the same time will help to reduce noise levels and noise pollution around the school.

Our school is committed to use materials and systems that are safe for the health of our students and staff as well as durable and safe for the environment. This project was initiated to help our BASIS community communicates better while improving the environment around campus as part of the Continuous Campus Development.

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!