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Secondary School – March 26, 2020
Congratulations to our ISY Chinthes for winning first place in the YAC Basketball Tournament on Thursday, February 27, 2020. Both games were close through all the quarters and filled with passion and determination. Thank you to all those who came and cheered on our Chinthes
ISY Elementary School Blog – 26th March – 2020
I hope your week of virtual learning has gone well in your household. Please let us know through the surveys sent home if there is anything we can do to support further.
Secondary School – March 20, 2020
Congratulations to our ISY Chinthes for winning first place in the YAC Basketball Tournament on Thursday, February 27, 2020. Both games were close through all the quarters and filled with passion and determination. Thank you to all those who came and cheered on our Chinthes
Athletics & Activities Blog – March 20, 2020
Summer Academy and ASA updates from the Athletics office at ISY.
ISY Elementary School Blog – 20th March – 2020
I hope things have been going well over the past days for you and your families. Please let us know if you have any questions about virtual learning.
Elementary School Update March 13, 2020
It is Spirit Week at ISY next week so be sure to check the schedule so you know what to wear. See what’s been going on for Freedom Day. and Grade 4 getting involved in weaving.
Athletics & Activities Blog – March 13, 2020
News about the Summer Academy programs, sports programs, and a SEASAC party.
Summer Academies 2020
The Summer Academies Program has now been cancelled to allow people to make other plans. For questions contact Lisa Isom.
Secondary School – March 13, 2020
This week ISY celebrated My Freedom Day which is acknowledged worldwide on March 11, 2020. Our grade 9 students, after researching and understanding how Modern slavery impacts us today, shared their knowledge with others. It was a powerful opportunity with students teaching students.
Elementary School Parent Blog – March 6th, 2020
I hope to see many of you tonight at the ISY Gala and also at the Family Fun Evening tomorrow.
Athletics & Activities Blog – March 6, 2020
News about Session 3 After School Activities, Middle School Soccer Results and the Elementary School Fun Day
Family Fun Night 2020
Join the fun on Saturday March 7th between 5pm and 7pm for the ISY Family Fun Night in support of the United World Schools project and the school in Wan Kaung.
Secondary School – February 28, 2020
Congratulations to our ISY Chinthes for winning first place in the YAC Basketball Tournament on Thursday, February 27, 2020. Both games were close through all the quarters and filled with passion and determination. Thank you to all those who came and cheered on our Chinthes
Athletics & Activities Blog – February 28, 2020
Session 3 ASA packet, SEASAC athlete party, new Zumba and yoga classes, as well as COVID-19 update.
Elementary School Parent Blog – February 28th, 2020
News about upcoming events including the Field Day and Family Fun Night. Monday March 2nd is a holiday There will be no school on this day.
Secondary School – February 21, 2020
This evening the campus will be filled with life as we enjoy this year’s secondary theatre production of Alice in Wonderland: Join us tonight or tomorrow at ISY for our secondary production of Alice in Wonderland which starts at 6:00 PM. Tickets will be sold at the door
Elementary School Parent Blog – February 21st, 2020
This weeks blogs highlights International Day and other new activities on campus. Read it now for information on upcoming events.
Athletics & Activities Blog – February 21, 2020
ES Fun Day update, ASAs, and athletics information for the next week.
UWS Update February 2020
Find out all about the UWS sponsor a child program and get reports about the first student visit to the village of Wan Kaung. Also find out how you can help with the next UWS fundraiser.
Secondary School – February 14, 2020
Happy Valentine’s day. May your weekend be filled with love and laughter. Talking of love and laughter we look forward to seeing you all at International Day on Saturday, February 15, 2020.
Athletics & Activities Blog – February 14, 2020
Season 3 practice schedules, Weekend Events, and ASA update.
Elementary School Parent Blog – February 14th, 2020
We look forward to seeing you all tomorrow at International Day. This event is one of the highlights of the year and truly celebrates our diversity here at ISY.
Secondary School – February 7, 2020
This past week our secondary students celebrated the accomplishments of our service-learning groups. Their passion and dedication was evident through their achievements. Students who participated in the Wan Kang visit updated the student body on the new school. They were able to share pictures and stories that will inspire others to help make a difference.
Elementary School Parent Blog – February 7th, 2020
Report cards went live today on Power School. Please contact the Elementary Office if you have problems accessing the reports.
Athletics & Activities Blog – February 7, 2020
SEASAC update, holiday pool hours, weekly scores, and weekly schedule.
Passion in Education
Dr. Hedger is here again featuring in a podcast from the Seraj Training Centre based out of Doha. This time his theme is passion in education. You can view the full video here.
Elementary School Parent Blog – January 31st, 2020
Don’t forget movie night tonight . This week we celebrated Chinese New Year. Check out this blog for all the fun events in the Elementary School and important reminders.
Secondary School – January 31, 2020
Secondary School semester 1 report cards are available in PowerSchool. Please take the time to review your child’s progress.
More information about the week ahead can be read in this week’s blog post.
Coronavirus, an update from ISY
What is the Coronavirus and what precautions can be taken to minimise the risk of infection? Find out what it is and how best to prevent it.
Alumni Newsletter Jan 2020
In an effort to be in touch with more ISY alumni, we have started an ISY alumni newsletter. Read the latest news about what’s happening at ISY and how alumni are getting involved.
Athletics & Activities Blog – January 24, 2020
Olympiad Update, ISY Takes City-Wide Basketball Tournament, Robotics Competition in Nay Pyi Taw, and Color Run this Weekend.
Secondary School – January 24, 2020
Olympiad: “The Greatest Day of the School Year” The campus was filled with energy, compassion and team work as we enjoyed a spirited morning.
Elementary School Parent Blog – January 24th, 2020
We have had a wonderful week at ISY. Please read this blog for important updates, events, reminders and information celebrating our many events.
Elementary School Parent Blog – January 17th, 2020
A busy week of learning at ISY with lots of events on the horizon. Check out the blog for more information.
Secondary School – January 17, 2020
We have an exciting weekend in store for us as ISY Basketball teams will be competing in a tournament in our SAS gym. Please come and cheer on our Chinthes.
Community Service Award 2020
ISY is now accepting nominations for the ISY Annual Community Service Award recognizing a person engaged in being a force for positive change.
ISY Award Nomination International School Awards 2020
ISY has been nominated as one of two schools to win the International School Leader award for Strategic Leadership! The winner to be announced on January 20th.
Athletics Blog – January 13, 2020
“Duel in the Pool” results, badminton update, HS basketball and MS soccer schedules.
Elementary School Parent Blog – January 10th, 2020
Welcome back, we hope you had a wonderful holiday. Welcome to all our new families.
International Day 2020
An all-school event to celebrate culture, diversity and global citizenship community at ISY. This year the event is Sat, February 15 at 4pm at ISY.
Secondary School – January 10, 2020
Happy New Year and welcome back. It has been wonderful hearing about all the family adventures that took place over the holiday and great to see new parents at today’s Community breakfast.
Community Education Jan 2020
Check out our Zumba instructors on “Dancing with the Stars” and sign up for the 2nd session of Burmese language classes and community yoga!
Service Learning New Year!
The new year is always a good time for reflection on what we’ve been doing to make a positive difference in our own lives and in the lives of others. As well, it’s a good time to step back, look ahead to any changes or resolutions we would like to make for the new year.
Athletics Blog – January 6, 2020
Season 2 athletics update, MS soccer registration, fitness room update, and athletic schedule for the week.
Elementary School Parent Blog – December 13th, 2019
Christmas time is here!! I’m sure you’re all very excited to be celebrating the festive season. I know you will agree that your children along with our wonderful teaching staff deserve a well-earned break – they have been superstars this year to date.
Secondary School – December 13, 2019
Happy Holidays. I hope you all have a restful and enjoyable holiday. We look forward to seeing in the new year on January 6, 2020.
Athletics Blog – December 9, 2019
Winter Break facilities schedules, as well as ASA changes for the week, swim team holiday training, and a quick Athletics update.
Secondary School – December 06, 2019
Next week will be filled with excitement as our High School Students depart for their Week-Without-Walls adventure and our Middle School Students prepare for their Learning Journey and STEM fair on December 13, 2019
Elementary School Parent Blog – December 6th, 2019
The holiday season is upon us here at ISY and next week we have many festive celebrations happening. The big event is our annual Winter Concert, we hope to see you all there. See you tomorrow at the sports-a-thon.
Athletics Blog – December 2, 2019
SEASAC Cross Country news along with information about the swimming lesson program and the Saturday Power Soccer schedule. Finally Volleyball and Basketball games still coming.
Secondary School – 27th November 2019
Happy Thanksgiving Holiday. I hope you are all able to spend time with family and enjoy our great weather,
Elementary School Parent Blog – November 27th, 2019
We wish you all a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend. I hope you find many things to be thankful for. Remember to check the upcoming dates for all the wonderful upcoming school events. We have so much to celebrate and to be thankful for.
In Memory, Lon McCollum
Lon McCollum, an ISY former Theory of Knowledge teacher, Psychology teacher and coach passed away recently. He taught from 2003-2008 at ISY and was highly respected by the ISY community.
Athletics Blog – November 25, 2019
After School Activities begin today. Find out all about the Golf tournament we hosted and how our soccer players did at the end of the YAC season as well as how our swimmers did in Phnom Pen.
Secondary School – 22nd November, 2019
This week the secondary school hosted Parent- Teacher Conferences in a new format. Thank you for being courageous and trusting that the new process had potential to be a huge success.
Elementary School Parent Blog – November 22nd, 2019
Thank you to all the parents who attended our Parent/Teacher conferences. Please remember you do not have to wait for conferences to speak to a teacher about your child’s progress. You can make appointments via the Elementary School office. Upcoming we have concerts, sports fun and holiday cheer.
UWS Newsletter Nov 2019
The latest news from the village of Wan Kaung and the United World Schools project including a visit from the organization to ISY and the upcoming Sports-a-thon.
December Baskets 2019
The Annual Tradition of giving back to the Custodial, Security and Maintenance teams at ISY who do so much everyday to make all our lives cleaner, safer and in good working order.
UWS Sports-a-thon Dec 2019
It’s back! The United World Schools Sport-a-thon fundraising event will take place on Saturday 7th December. Come along and cheer on ISY students performing sponsored activities to raise money for UWS.
Athletics Blog – November 18, 2019
A big week for the Athletics department this weeks as the session 2 After School Activities Program opens and ISY hosts the SEASAC Golf competition as well as a host of other activities.
Secondary School – 15th November, 2019
The week in Secondary School. Information about Family Fun Fair, grade 10 IB information session, after school activities and the upcoming parent/teacher conferences.
Elementary School Parent Blog – November 15th, 2019
Read the blog today to learn more about accessing your child’s progress reports and how to sign up for parent conferences. We look forward to seeing you all tomorrow at the Family Fun Fair.
Athletics Blog – November 13, 2019
Learn all about the beginners swim program, the ISY mother tongue program and also the new Season’s sports schedule.
Athletics Blog – November 11, 2019
The latest from the Athletics department including SEASAC results from the Soccer and Volleyball Championships and all the latest that’s coming up.
Secondary School – 8th November, 2019
The week in Secondary School. Information about the Week Without Walls trips, the Family Fun Fair and the upcoming parent/teacher conferences.
Elementary School Parent Blog – November 8th
Another busy week here in the Elementary School. Busy with professional development. with Linda Henke working with our early years teachers/teaching assistants on Reggio Emilia and coming up over the next few days we have Adaptive Schools training.
Athletics Blog – November 4, 2019
All the latest in the run up to the SEASAC Football and Volleyball. Latest news on getting your Elementary Jersey’s and a whole load more.
Elementary Blog, November 3, 2019
This coming week we have Linda Henke a Reggio Emilia Early Years expert in school all week working with our early years teams. We also have our school architect, Alan Higgs with us for three days.
Secondary School – 1st November, 2019
Report cards and MAP results, the weeks events including a talk on breast cancer and helping students in a stress-filled world.
Athletics Blog – October 28, 2019
Find out all the latest regarding ASAs for session 2, yoga classes, sports schedules and how to purchase your ES ISY Sports Shirts.
Secondary School – 25th October 2019
This week our campus has been busy with volleyball, soccer, and basketball. We encourage parents to join us for these games and help us cheer on our Chinthes.
ES Parent Email October 25th, 2019
This weeks news about the Literacy event, a Mangrove talk and prep for Halloween among some other great initiatives in the Elementary School.
Athletics Update October 21 2019
The latest from the Athletics department for the week beginning Oct 21. Yoga Update, Swim Clinic Reminder and all the games from ES to HS.
Secondary School – 11th October 2019
I hope you have an enjoyable and restful October break. As we get ready to go on our October holiday our middle school students are in the process of returning from their week without walls adventures.
Elementary Update – 10th October
Thank you to all the parents who helped some of our classes celebrate the Thadingyut Light Festival. This post has news of upcoming events after the holiday
Service Learning – On the Right Track
Service learning is really beginning to take shape at ISY. Students are becoming more and more familiar with the 5 stages of service learning which are: Investigation, Preparation, Action, Reflection, and Demonstration.
Athletics Update October 7 2019
The latest from the Athletics department for the week beginning Oct 7. Tournament Successes, Pool and Fitness Room opening times for the holiday.
Purpose, Process, Progress, a reflection on curriculum and learning at ISY
In dictionaries, curriculum is often defined as the subjects comprising a course of study in a school or college. In this sense, ISY’s curriculum is very similar, if not identical, to other well established, high performing international schools around the world.
ES October 4th 2019
Dear all, Another busy week here in the Elementary School. This week Grade 5 went on a field trip, we had a Math evening for parents and PreK parents organized a celebration for the upcoming special Thidingyut Celebration.
IB Program Success
As we just finished the 2019 college fair, and a number of our seniors are preparing their college applications I wanted to remind everyone of our ongoing success.
October 4, 2019
Next week, ISY’s middle school students will be participating in Week without walls adventures. The campus will be quiet without our Middle School students. More information regarding WWW can be found here.
Athletics Update September 30 2019
The latest from the Athletics department for the week beginning Sept 30. Tournament Successes, Swim time updates and much more.
September 27, 2019
Dear Parents, This weekend the campus will be full of life with our middle school basketball tournament. Followed by our high school volleyball tournament on Monday and Tuesday. Please join us in cheering on our Chinthes.
Elementary Update September 27
The teachers enjoyed the Compassion Conference on Friday. They were able to learn not only new ideas but be inspired by our keynote speaker, Wilma Derksen. I hope that many of you were also able to attend Wilma’s parent talk this week.
Junior World Math Competition
This past July, 4 ISY students, Steven, Haein, Gautam, and Crystal [Class of 2022] headed to Melbourne, Australia to compete in the Junior World Math Competition for the first time in ISY history.
Athletics Update September 23
The latest from the Athletics department for the week beginning Sept 23. Book club, YAC tournamant schedule, results and more.
Elementary Update September 20
This week on Wednesday I visited the ISY Nay Pyi Taw campus where there are lots of fabulous things happening.
At ISY we continue enjoying our learning.
September 20 Updates
Secondary Principal's BlogSeptember 20 UpdateChristina Powers, Secondary School PrincipalDear Parents, This upcoming week there are many activities for you to be aware of. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the secondary office....
Elementary School Blog- Sept 13
It seemed that the rain this week purposely chose to come down at break and dismissal times. The rain never hampers our fun here at ISY though and in between the rain we had lots of creative fun outdoors this week (see pictures below).
September 13 Update
If your child is in middle school please make sure to complete the WWW trip preparation forms that were emailed to you on Thursday. If you need help, please contact the secondary office.
There is a great deal going on this upcoming week.
ISY Flood Drive 2019
The Community in Action service learning group is having a flood drive, where materials including; soap, toothbrushes, toothpaste, mosquito nets, blankets and basic English and Burmese books are to be collected school-wide.
Compassion Conference
ISY will be hosting a ‘Compassion Conference’ as part of a professional development program for teachers. In line with ISY’s mission that we are a community of compassionate global citizens, compassion is a very important topic at ISY.
Weekend Results and the Week Ahead in Athletics
MS Boys & Girls Basketball
It was great to get our Middle School Basketball season rolling this past Friday night, September 6th. The girls’ A&B teams played at home while the boys’ teams traveled to ILBC for their season opener.
Service Learning Update – September 9th
ISY Service Learning BlogService Learning Blog - September 9thTodd Davis, Service Learning CoordinatorService Learning Update Service Learning groups have been very active their first couple of meetings and are mostly investigating their chosen interests for...
Community Education
The philosophy of ISY is to be both a school and a community center for its families and faculty. By offering activities and courses for adults, we are aligning with ISY’s vision of developing lifelong learners. With that in mind, we are excited to announce a few opportunities for Community Education this fall.
Elementary School Blog – Sept 6
Dear Parents, It has been another fantastic week at ISY. We have really settled into the school year and we look forward to sharing with you all the wonderful things that are happening in our classrooms over the coming weeks.
September 6 Update
Next week, we will start MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) testing in the Secondary School (Grades 6 to 9). MAP assessments are online adaptive assessments that provide useful data in developing a fair and accurate assessment of a student’s academic achievement and growth.
Athletics Blog – September 2nd
The Season is in Full Swing
I hope everyone enjoyed a relaxing 3-day weekend. As we head into the second week of ASAs and the official start of YAC MS Basketball and HS Volleyball seasons, I want to give a shout out to our boys’ and girls’ volleyball teams.
August 30 Update
Dear Parents,
Thank you for attending Back to School Night. I hope you enjoyed the evening and had the opportunity to learn more about your child’s classes. Please let us know if you have any feedback to improve the evening.
Elementary School Blog – August 30
Thank you for the great turn out at the Back to School event this week. We appreciate you taking the time out of your busy schedules to join us. A good home and school connection is so important for student learning.
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