BASIS International School Bangkok eNewsletter

U13 Football Friendly Match vs SISB - 27 April 2023 at 3:30 PM

We would like to remind you that there will be a U13 Football Friendly Match between Boys & Mixed Girls vs SISB at BASIS on Thursday 27th April 2023 from 3:30 to 5:00 pm. We encourage you to join us and support your children and their peers during this event. The game will begin promptly at 4:00 pm at our school. This event is an exciting opportunity for your child to enhance their sportsmanship and social skills, while gaining valuable experiences that can inspire them in the future. We believe that your encouragement and support will be an integral part of their success.

Please note that in the event of the AQI rate exceeding 150, the game will be relocated to the Gymnasium. Further details on this will be provided next week.

TUSKERS Annual Book Fair: Wednesday 26th April to Friday 28th April, 7.30 - 16.30

Our special guests Kinokuniya Book Store will have allocated times where students and parents can come and look at their books and choose any that they like and wish to buy. The fair will be located in the cafe area next to the school reception.

Students will be scheduled to visit the fair during their reading time to choose the books they like. Parents may allow students to bring money to purchase the book during these 3 days, or parents may come and enjoy the fair together with your children before school or after school.

Fundraising Project by Class 6Fe

"Your donations can help connect communities to clean water for drinking, washing, and farming! "

Upon finishing their novel, “A Long Walk to Water,” the students in 6Fe English were feeling inspired to find ways to help. Did you know almost 2 billion people around the world live in water-stressed areas or must walk long distances to get it?

The students of 6Fe want to help connect people in South Sudan to the resources they need for restoring old wells and digging new wells in their communities. The Iron Giraffe Challenge was founded in 2014 as a way for schools to fundraise while reading the novel based on Salva Dut’s real life. He is the founder of Water for South Sudan Inc. and the Iron Giraffe Challenge.

Help by donating electronically to secure.waterforsouthsudan.org/goto/basisbangkok, or, bring your cash donations to the school and place them in the donation box in the cafe. Any amount helps! Thank you for your generosity.

Parent Learning Series: Expert Talk Part Two"Self-Esteem"

Please be invited for an Expert Talk "Self Esteem" from 8:30-10:00 am at Black Box Theatre on Friday 28^th April 2023.

Please note: The expert talk will be conducted in Thai. A translator and translation receiver devices will be provided.

Middle School "BASIS Got Talent" Auditions

Exciting news! Due to the success of our fantastic BASIS Got Talent Show for Primary students, we find it is important to open opportunity across schools. It’s time for Middle School!

There will be the Middle School BASIS Got Talent Show Audition on Tuesday 2^nd May, from 3:45-4:30 pm.

Please complete the application form for your child’s entry by Friday 28^th April 2023. Please see the online application form here: bit.ly/41JGQS9

Competition Rules

Talents may include (but are not limited to) singing, dancing, instrumental music, skits, magic, comedy, martial arts, juggling, and no lip-synching.
Everyone must return a completed Talent Show participation form online.
Students who are part of a group act should submit their participation forms together.
The recommended length is 3 minutes; acts must be at most 5 minutes. Students may be asked to stop during the audition.
The maximum number of participants in an act is 8.
Student groups can be across grade levels, Grades 6-8
In all cases, the decisions of the judges are final and will not be open to discussion.
No profanity or insensitive subject matter will be permitted.
Costumes must be appropriate for all age groups. This is a school event.
Acts are responsible for their own props and costumes.
All performances will be screened for appropriateness by the Talent Show Committee.
Acts must provide the Talent Show Committee with the backing music, all their instruments and props for their act.
The children who have signed up by Friday 28^th April will participate in the audition on Tuesday, 2^nd May.
In the audition day, parents will be invited to attend in the Black Box Theatre to wait for your child.
The rehearsal day will be on Thursday 18^th May, and the BASIS Got Talent Show will be on Friday 19^th May 2023.

Academic Competition Updates

HIPPO International English Olympiad:

BASIS will be hosting the HIPPO International English Olympiad on Sunday, April 23rd. We kindly request for your children to be present by 8:45 am, as the competition starts promptly at 9.00 am.

Upon arrival, all recipients will receive their "candidate card" on the day of the competition at the Registration Desk.

Please be mindful of the test times as outlined in the HIPPO English Olympiad Competition regulations.

-The Little HIPPO Level will start from 9:00 – 9:40 am.

- S10 Level starts from 9:00-10:10 am.

- S15 Level starts from 9:00-10:15 am.

For the competition, your children must bring:

Blue or black pens (it is compulsory)
Pencils and erasers
A water bottle
Students are encouraged to wear their BASIS Polo shirt

Note: Students are not allowed to bring any English language-related materials such as revision notes, dictionaries, and mobile phones into the examination. There will be spare stationery available from school if needed.

Thank you for your cooperation, and we look forward to seeing you and your children at BISB on Sunday!

BASIS Summer Camp 2023 Registration

This is a gentle reminder that our BASIS Summer Camp 2023 is now available for registration. There are varieties of summer camps made available for all age from 3-15 years. Join us for a fun variety sets of activities for each camp and make this summer one to remember for your child/ren.

Please see the detail below of each camp available

BASIS Explorer Camp
BASIS Mandarin Summer Camp
BASIS Robotics Summer Camp
BASIS Music Summer Camp

**Open to both BASIS and non-BASIS students.

**Space is limited, and to register, please scan QR code in the poster

For more detail, please contact school line @bisb or email at communication@basis.ac.th

Message from the Library

Hello from the Library!

Next week, April 24^th to April 28^th is Bookweek! In celebration, we have a ton of activities planned for students in all grades.

To start, Monday through Thursday, students are welcome to come by the library from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (lunch/recess) to partake in a daily activity. Middle school students are invited to do the days activities on Tuesday and Thursday during AE/IAMS time from 1:15 p.m. – 13:45 p.m.

The days and activities are:

Additionally, BASIS has partnered with Kinokuniya Bookstore for another amazing bookfair from Wednesday, April 26^th to Friday April 28^th. The bookfair will be open in the café from 07:30 a.m. to 06:30 p.m. Parents are welcome to purchase books at a discounted price and students will visit the bookfair with their classes during the week as well.

A schedule for class visits will be arranged with teachers and parents will be notified shortly.

Lastly, on Friday, April 28th the wonderful, local children’s author Nawal Kalra will be visiting BASIS Bangkok for a special literary event for our Early Years and Grade 1 students.

Ms. Kalra is the author of three children’s books titled The Very Grumpy Sloth, The Dragon Went Hmmmmmmmm…, and Not the Only Bear.

After reading her original stories with a storytime, Ms. Kalra will be doing creative, hands-on activities with students focusing on mindfulness and reading comprehension.

The event is hosted by BASIS Library and will be held in our Connections space. You can see the set schedule below:

9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. – Nursery

9:45 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. – PreK 1

11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. – Kinder

12:10 p.m. – 12:55 p.m. – PreK 2

1:15 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. – Grade 1

While parents cannot attend the event due to the large number of student attendees in the space, you can purchase and read Ms. Kalra’s books online or check them out from the BISB Library.

If books are purchased for students in advance, Ms. Kalra will sign the books and students can pick them up the day of the event. To purchase a book, follow this link or scan the QR code in the flyer provided.

Thank you all and happy reading!

Ms. Erika

Special Author Visit for Early Years and First Grade

Dragons, bears, and grumpy sloths – oh my!

On Friday, April 28th the wonderful, local children’s author Nawal Kalra will be visiting BASIS Bangkok for a special literary event for our Early Years and Grade 1 students.

Ms. Kalra is the author of three children’s books titled The Very Grumpy Sloth, The Dragon Went Hmmmmmmmm…, and Not the Only Bear.

After reading her original stories with a storytime, Ms. Kalra will be doing creative, hands-on activities with students focusing on mindfulness and reading comprehension.

The event is hosted by BASIS Library and will be held in our Connections space. You can see the set schedule below:

9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. – Nursery

9:45 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. – PreK 1

11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. – Kinder

12:10 p.m. – 12:55 p.m. – PreK 2

1:15 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. – Grade 1

While parents cannot attend the event due to the large number of student attendees in the space, you can purchase and read Ms. Kalra’s books online or check them out from the BISB Library.

Happy reading!

Ms. Erika

Other Upcoming Events

- Coffee Morning for Middle School on student progress G6-G8 from 8:30-9:30 at Black Box Theatre on Tuesday 25^th April 2023

- International's Book Fair from 26^th - 28^th April 2023 at School Café Area

- U13 Football Friendly Match Boys & Mixed Girls vs SISB at BASIS, from 3:30-5:00 pm on Thursday 27^th April 2023

- Expert Talk "Self Esteem" from 8:30-10:00 am at Black Box Theatre on Friday 28^th April 2023 (This Expert Talk will be conducted in Thai language, A translator and translation receivers will be provided)

- NJSH Induction Ceremony from 1:00-1:45 pm at Black Box Theatre on Friday 28^th April 2023

- 3^rd Trimester Progress Report Cards to be sent home on Friday 28^th April 2023

- Author's Day for Early Years

- 9:00-9:30 Nursery

- 9:45-10:30 Pre-K1

- 11:00-11:45 Kindergarten

- 12:10-12:55 Pre-K2

Community Health Update

BISB 2023-2024 Course Guide for Gr 6 - 9

Dear Families,

Below, please find the 2023-2024 academic year course guide for middle and high school students. The course guide contains information regarding the required and elective courses offered for each grade level, as well as important graduation and course planning information for our rising high school students. Please feel welcome to reach out to me if you have any questions regarding course offerings or graduation planning.

Warm Regards,

Mr. Josh
Director of Academic Programs

2023_24_BISB_Course_Guide.pdf

Staff Directory

BISB_Staff_Email_2022_2023_MAR23.pdf

BASIS Merchandise

A friendly reminder that students are encouraged to use BASIS schoolbags and lanyards while on campus.

Additionally, there are some new items on sale. Check them out below!

2023-2024 Academic Calendar

BISB Families, please find next year's academic calendar below for your planning.

Activities for the BISB Community

SOCCER DAY (PARENTS & STAFF)

Every Tuesday from 5pm-7pm on the back field. The skill level is a 6/10 so anybody who is very new to soccer might want to come watch first.
If you are interested, please join line group "BISB football fun Tuesday 17:00". https://line.me/ti/g/bIaBkwH92l

THURSDAY AFTERNOON BASKETBALL

The athletic department at BASIS is proud to announce a new community-wide event on Thursday's from 5:00-7:00 in the gym. We will host a pick-up basketball game for teachers and parents. Any skill level is welcome as we have adequate space for multiple games! If you have any interest, please join the LINE group here and sign up.

http://line.me/ti/g/-vVsyRVC-

CHANGE OF DAY FOR YOGA LESSON (PARENTS & STAFF)