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Athletics & Activities Blog – February 26, 2021
ISY hosts a virtual SEASAC Senior Swimming competition this week; facilities update and in-person ASAs begin
Athletics & Activities Blog – February 19 , 2021
ISY will host a virtual SEASAC Senior Swimming competition next week; facilities update and in-person ASAs begin
Elementary School Blog – February 11, 2021
Over the last two weeks, our Early Elementary team has been working with Dr. Linda Henke. Dr. Henke has a wealth of experience in many school settings and has a particular interest and expertise in developing a capability and love for deeper learning in our youngest children.
Secondary School – February 05, 2021
Welcome to semester two of the school year.
Holocaust Remembrance Day
A video call with holocaust survivor, Marianne Soher, recounting her experiences. This was part of International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
Elementary School Blog – January 22, 2021
It is challenging work at times but it is exciting for us to be working alongside our students as we create a new normal.
ISY 65K Challenge
Learn about the 65K challenge where the whole community moves 65,000 km this academic year and raises money for UWS at the same time.
Secondary School – January 15, 2021
An update on the transition days with the schedule for next week as well as information about the MAP testing beginning in February.
Athletics & Activities Blog – December 18, 2020
300 minutes of exercise…each week; Session 3 ASA information, as well as the Winter Break facilities schedule.
Athletics & Activities Blog – December 11, 2020
Check out this week’s athletic facilities and Sports-a-thon updates, as well as the Winter Break facilities schedule.
ISY Learns
Mr. Brown, our new Director of Curriculum and Learning, talks about the process of learning at ISY and the importance of curiosity, relationships and feedback.
UWS Sports-a-thon 2020
It’s back! The United World Schools Sport-a-thon fundraising event will take place on Saturday 12th December. Learn how you can get involved in this fun and important activity.
ISY Facility Use – December 2020
Further news about our phased and limited use of ISY facilities now including the playgrounds for Elementary School students.
Secondary School – November 20, 2020
It is never too early to learn about university options. The more you know, the more informed your decisions will be. In order to help you prepare for life after ISY, the following resources have been organized for parents and students.
Elementary School Blog – November 13, 2020
Childish wisdom mixed with a global perspective and some ‘grown up’ expertise and experience will go a long way in finding the answers to many of the problems that our children will need to solve.
Secondary School – November 06, 2020
It is hard to believe that we have now completed the first quarter of the school year. Yesterday students and parents were emailed the instruction as to how to access their child’s quarter 1 reports. If you did not receive the email or need help accessing the reports, please contact secondaryoffice@isyedu.org for assistance.
Athletics & Activities Blog – November 6, 2020
ISY offers new Community Education classes for parents and staff; Session 2 ASAs begin Monday, November 9.
UWS Newsletter Oct 2020
The latest news from the UWS group, Wan Kaung’s response to COVID and information on how you can get involved.
Athletics & Activities Blog – October 16, 2020
A simple chat with a stranger can make us happier; ASAs for Adults? Community Education ready to launch in the next few weeks!
Elementary School Blog – October 9, 2020
As expected, we have retained our fully accredited status as a WASC school and this extends to our ISY Nay Pyi Taw campus.
Athletics & Activities Blog – October 2, 2020
The many hats of an ISY teacher, ASA week 1 off to a good start, and don’t forget to join the cross country team!
Athletics & Activities Blog – September 25, 2020
An ISY update on Session 1 ASAs, which begin September 28, and the Treadmill Challenge.
A message from Dr. Hedger
A video message from Dr. Hedger where he talks about the importance of purpose during the time of Covid19 giving two great active examples from students at ISY.
Athletics & Activities Blog – September 18, 2020
An ISY update on Session 1 ASAs and Service Learning programs, the new ASA packet, and SEASAC for the 2020-21 school year.
Elementary School Blog – September 11, 2020
At the end of our second week of the academic year, we feel that our students are getting into the swing of things online.
Elementary School Blog – September 4, 2020
It feels good to have finished our first week online. There is a real positive energy around campus. That energy comes through online from our students and our teachers are building on that as they implement our planning and adapt it to meet our students needs and keep them engaged.
Elementary School Blog – August 28, 2020
In our compassionate community, children, parents and teachers are able to receive and provide feedback and advice from each other knowing that the feedback and advice is given with the positive intention of helping each other.
Secondary School – August 21, 2020
Our first week of high school, lunch orders and pick up, mandatory masks in classrooms and on campus, Middle School transition dates.
Elementary School Blog – August 14th, 2020
Read about the new Elementary School Principal, Mr. Simpson’s philosophy of education.
Facility use during the summer
This post has information on how ISY is providing access to the school facilities during the summer. Please note that this will change over time so check back regularly for updates.
Secondary School – June 5th, 2020
Secondary school end of year celebrations, quarter 4 report cards and yearbook!
Secondary School – May 29, 2020
Class of 2020 Virtual Graduation on May 26, 2020 at 8:30 PM Myanmar time. Yearbook distribution dates by grade level.
UWS Update May 2020
The latest news from the school in Wan Kaung and a round-up of the year all provided by four High School students.
ISY Elementary School Blog – 15th May – 2020
Another week of virtual learning fun and experiences is over. We love keeping the learning connections with our students. Our teachers are working very hard to ensure that your children have access to the best learning virtually that we can possibly give them.
Elementary School Blog – February 26, 2021
It is very comforting to know that as technology continues to provide us with new ways to communicate and work together, we have students who understand that simple human actions and gestures like good manners still make the world go round.
Secondary School – February 19, 2021
We look forward to seeing parents at our coffee session on Wed. In addition, next week we will begin MAP testing in grades 6-9.
Athletics & Activities Blog – February 5 , 2021
The importance of wearing a mask on campus, introduction of PE assistants, reminder about upcoming classes and events.
Elementary School Blog – February 5, 2021
Even in the context of 2020-2021, this week has been a particularly challenging one. But we got through it.
Elementary School Blog – January 29, 2021
Today marks the end of our second semester. We are halfway through this academic year and the first year of our SDG-inspired interdisciplinary approach to learning.
Athletics & Activities Blog – January 22, 2021
Session 3 ASA registration begins on Tuesday; Session 3 ASA packet available; a quick facilities update for January
Athletics & Activities Blog – January 15, 2021
Resilience, Session 3 ASA information, updated January facilities schedule, and Community HIIT class update.
Elementary School Blog – December 18, 2021
We go to the break not quite having finished the first semester. At the end of January we will have got to the halfway mark of the year.
Photography Success
Back in June, four of our photographers won recognition at the Lidice Fine Art Competition. ISY was also recognized for the total work submitted.
Elementary School Blog – December 11, 2021
Join us THIS SATURDAY for the Sports-A-Thon! Also in this edition, reopening our campus is a complex challenge that is welcomed by all of us.
Athletics & Activities Blog – December 4, 2020
The sound of volleyball passes and basketball shots are music to our ears; facilities update; and Winter Break expectations.
Secondary School – November 25, 2020
Happy Holidays. As we begin this holiday make sure to step away from technology and enjoy the blue skies.
Dimple’s Learning Journey
Today we recognize Dimple (Class of 2025) for her charitable work getting stationary supplies to Myanmar students in need. Well done Dimple!
Elementary School Blog – November 20, 2020
We hope you enjoyed chatting with your child’s teachers this week. You can contact any of us at any time keep the conversation going.
Athletics & Activities Blog – November 13, 2020
ISY offers new Community Education classes for parents and staff; Limited access to facilities available to HS students and parents.
ISY Chinthe Masks for UWS
One of our Grade 10 students has designed some fantastic masks branded with the ISY Chinthe. Now on sale at the Spirit Store.
Athletics & Activities Blog – October 30, 2020
ISY 10th grade student starts new investment club ASA; ISY session 2 Virtual ASAs will begin again on November 9.
Elementary School Blog – October 23, 2020
We have made a good start to this year like no other. The Thadingyut break comes at a perfect time for us to rest and reflect on the last 8 weeks.
Elementary School Blog – October 16, 2020
We finished this week in Chinthe Colors! Next week, we will be celebrating Thadingyut (Thursday) and Halloween (Friday).
Athletics & Activities Blog – October 9, 2020
A simple chat with a stranger can make us happier; ASAs for Adults? Community Education ready to launch in the next few weeks!
Elementary School Blog – October 2, 2020
Next week, we have a committee from WASC working with us online. WASC stands for The Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
ISY Board of Trustees Elections 2020
On the 5th October 2020, ISY will hold the 2019-20 Annual General Meeting (AGM). The session will be on zoom and during the meeting the new Board of Trustees will e announced. See their details here.
Secondary School September 18, 2020
Now that we are in a routine with virtual classes it is time to mix things up with ASA’s and Service-learning activities.
Stress during the time of Covid-19
Mr. A-G talks about the rise of stress during this time and gives tip on how to reduce stress levels. Links to useful resources are also included.
Athletics & Activities Blog – September 11, 2020
ASAs and Service Learning programs will begin soon. Swim team dryland training and the Spanish Language Mother Tongue program are off and running.
Secondary School – September 4, 2020
Virtual learning survey, attendance information, secondary school back to school night.
Athletics & Activities Blog – August 28, 2020
An ISY update on the Spanish Mother Tongue Program and what the current school closure means for athletics and activities.
Elementary School Blog – August 21, 2020
Mr. Simpson asks the questions; ‘What do we need to do? Why do we need to do it? How can we do it?
Athletics & Activities Blog – August 14, 2020
An update on discussion with SEASAC schools and a look ahead at what we’re planning for Athletics at ISY.
Elementary School Blog – June 10th, 2020
The last day of the school year is here, it certainly has been an interesting few months. I would like to thank you all for your support during virtual learning.
Elementary School Blog – June 5th, 2020
I hope the students enjoyed the assembly this week, it was a lot of fun. It was great to still be able to farewell our teachers and leaving students.
Secondary School – May 22, 2020
Class of 2020 Virtual Graduation on May 26, 2020 at 8:30 PM Myanmar time. Yearbook distribution dates by grade level.
Elementary School Blog – May 22nd, 2020
Thank you to all those who attended the parent meeting last night hosted by Dr Hedger. There is a lot of planning going on at the moment and as mentioned later in June you will be able to view more information on what the new school year might look like.
Elementary School Blog – February 19, 2021
Children themselves are usually in the best position to let us know what their needs are and how we can meet them.
Secondary School – February 11, 2021
Happy Holiday. I hope you have a restful and enjoyable long weekend.
International Week
Learn about ISY’s celebration of International Week in place of our normal International Day celebration.
Athletics & Activities Blog – January 29, 2021
Session 3 ASAs begin Monday for ES, January 8 for MS/HS; a quick facilities update for February; community HIIT class
Secondary School – January 29, 2021
Students without Borders week for students in grades 6-10 will take place February 1-5. Throughout this week students will be attending lessons from 8:30 AM-11:30 AM and have signed up to participate in optional activities in the afternoon. Students will be emailed their schedule with zoom links on Friday late afternoon.
Secondary School – January 22, 2021
An update on the transition days with the schedule for next week as well as information about the MAP testing beginning in February.
Elementary School Blog – January 15, 2021
All three of our grade level Transition Days went very well from both student connection and safety points of view.
Secondary School – December 18, 2020
Happy Holidays. On behalf of the secondary team, we would like to extend our warm wishes for the holiday.
The last five months have been an adventure, and I can not thank you enough for your support and feedback. We all look forward to returning to school in 2021.
Secondary School – December 11, 2020
It is great to have students on campus this week. Please make sure to make good use of our facilities by signing up.
Secondary School – December 4, 2020
On Thursday at 6:00 PM on December 10, 2020, the middle school team will be hosting a Middle School information session. The goal of the presentation is to increase understanding of areas of focus within our Middle School.
Elementary School Blog – December 4, 2020
Join us on Saturday, December 12th for the 3rd annual UWS-ISY Sports-A-Thon!
Elementary School Blog – November 25, 2020
According to legendary basketball coach (and teacher), John Wooden, there is an important difference between winning and succeeding.
December Baskets 2020
The annual tradition of giving back to the ISY Custodial, Security and Maintenance teams at ISY who do so much everyday to make all our lives cleaner, safer and in good working order.
Athletics & Activities Blog – November 20, 2020
Feeling a bit foggy brained lately? Here’s why! Holiday facility hours and Middle School students on campus.
Secondary School – November 13, 2020
We look forward to seeing you at Parent-Teacher Conferences. Parent-Teacher Conferences are an excellent opportunity to share insights and potential needs or solutions that can be used to meet your child’s needs. We encourage you to have your child participate in the conference.
Elementary School Blog – November 6, 2020
It is strange to think our children might be benefit from this crisis but if we want to develop lifelong learners, this is the time to do it!
Secondary School – October 23, 2020
Remember to always change the excerpt otherwise it’ll be the same as the previous week’s post.
Secondary School – October 16, 2020
Next week you may note that students are completing interdisciplinary projects as the end of Quarter 1 is Friday, October 23, 2020. Report cards will be available on Powerschool on Thursday, November 5, 2020. A reminder email with directions on how to access the reports will be sent once grades are ready to be viewed.
Secondary School – October 9, 2020
It is hard to believe that we have been in school for almost a full quarter. October 23rd will be the end of the first quarter and begin our fall break. Report cards will be available to parents on Power School on Nov. 6, 2020
Secondary School – October 2, 2020
Improvement never ends at ISY. This past week ISY has been working with an inclusion specialist to ensure our program is in line with our mission and vision. Next week we will be visiting with the WASC committee regarding accreditation.
Secondary School – September 25, 2020
A big thank you to the parents who attended last night’s parent social. It was great to see so many parents present. With social distancing, we need to make an ongoing effort to remain connected and last night’s event is an example of one way in which ISY is building connections.
Elementary School Blog – September 25, 2020
I hope this finds you all well after navigating another week that I am sure had a few twists and turns. This week, I have written about how Winnie the Pooh might provide us with some guidance in dealing with these uncertain times.
Elementary School Blog – September 18, 2020
I have been thinking a lot about connection lately and how it important it is for all of us to feel connected to something bigger than themselves – like ISY
Secondary School – September 11, 2020
Thank you for attending this year’s Virtual Back to School Night. It was great to see many familiar faces.
Athletics & Activities Blog – September 4, 2020
An ISY update on ASAs and Service Learning programs, along with an article about getting more rest and break world records during a pandemic.
Secondary School – August 29, 2020
Our first week of virtual learning for middle and high school, class times, attendance and first day of school zoom links.
Athletics & Activities Blog – August 21, 2020
Ms. Isom with an interesting post on how to decide whether you are depressed or simply bored and what to do about it.
Secondary School – August 14th, 2020
Welcome back to school! Read all about how school will begin on Wednesday and what some of the new procedures will be.
Food Ordering
Find out all about ISY’s new online Food ordering Service. Food delivered to classrooms and all payments online!
Library Book access in the summer
Keep up your reading during the summer! Find out how to get access to ISY library books safely.
Elementary School Blog – May 29th, 2020
Next week will be our last full week of school. There will be slides up until Thursday. On Friday the 5th of June there will be no slides, the teams will have conferencing type activities planned, they will communicate these to you. Report cards will go home on Thursday the 4th of June.
Yearbook 2020 Distribution
Find out how to get your hands on this year’s Yearbook! We’ll have a staggered approach so look out for your day.
Secondary School – May 15, 2020
Assessment at ISY in a Virtual Learning Context!
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