Could an hour change the world? On 25th March 2023 at 8:30 PM, you are encouraged to do something – anything – positive for our planet.  This is one small spark for change. An hour reminding us to make all other hours count. 

Earth hour began in 2007; it has also been known as the ‘lights off’ movement, with individuals from around the globe switching off their lights to show symbolic support for the planet and to raise awareness of the environmental issues affecting it.

Here at ISY, being environmentally conscious is very important to us. Could an Hour change the world? It’s a start, and it’s up to us. 

Watch this video

Explore ways you can give an hour here.

We would love to hear how your family is participating in earth hour – go to this link to a Padlet and let us know what you did. It is easy to use, and you can also add photos. Just click on the green button on the bottom right of the screen.

THANK YOU

Thank you to our Parent Association for sponsoring ISY Model United Nation (MUN) conference called YMUN (Yangon Model United Nation).

What is Model United Nations?  At its heart, MUN is dedicated to being global citizens committed to helping our community, through discussion. It is a club where students research and debate global issues, and enjoy the opportunity to partake in conferences both locally and regionally. During the conference, each student represents the United Nation and the viewpoints of those nations during sessions, delegates explore many real-world problems from the perspective of world leaders. Students that do MUN not only develop skills that help them excel in school, but also gain a valuable experience that many top colleges recognize as noteworthy.

This year, ISY has the honor of hosting the first physical conference since the pandemic.

Social Development Ages 6-7

This week we continue with our series on the social development of children.  As noted in last week’s article, social developmental milestones are general guidelines.  Individual children will reach these milestones at their own pace & in their own time.  This week we are identifying general guidelines for children ages 6 & 7.  At this age, students can typically:

• Make friends with others with similar interests
• Resolve peer conflict without the help of an adult
• Be able to hear and understand another’s point of view
• Cooperate with classmates without the help of an adult
• Be aware of their strengths and weaknesses
• Understand rules within their lives and the community
• Begin to accept criticism

If you have questions or concerns about your child’s social development, please speak to your child’s pediatrician or contact Ms. Patty, the elementary school counselor, at escounselor@isyedu.org.  She is happy to assist your family.