March 21st
Blog Post
Dear Parents,
We look forward to seeing you all at Parent Teacher Conferences on Thursday. If you did not sign up to attend, you can still make a time by contacting the school office.
Gala Tickets
Earth Hour will take place on Saturday, March 22nd, at 8:30 PM local time. We encourage you and your family to switch off non-essential lights for one hour and engage in activities that promote sustainability and conservation.
To learn more about Earth Hour, visit their official website here: Earth Hour Website.
We would love to see how our ISY community participates! After you take part, please submit a photo to the School Office email so we can share your efforts in celebrating our collective commitment to a more sustainable world.
Thank you for joining us in supporting this important initiative
Ms. Sandy Sheppard
THINGYAN UPDATE
We wanted to share an update regarding Thingyan celebrations at school this year. The township office has informed us that all Thingyan celebrations must take place during the official holiday period. Since this coincides with our school break, we will not be able to hold any activities at school this year.
PITCH UPDATE
Maintaining Excellence: ISY Pitch Resurfacing Notice
Our football pitch will undergo important resurfacing work and will be unavailable for the next four weeks starting on Tuesday, March 25. This maintenance is essential to ensure the turf remains in top condition. The work needs to be completed before the rainy season begins.
Artificial turf needs to be replaced approximately every 9 years, and this work will help maintain a high-quality playing surface for everyone. Thank you for your understanding and patience during this time.
Monday Math Lunch
These students had lunch with me to celebrate filling up a line of their chart for Monday Math.
Well done!!
HOT WEATHER
As the weather warms up, we want to remind everyone of the importance of staying safe in the heat. Younger children are more vulnerable to heat-related illnesses, so it is essential to take preventive measures. ISY will monitor the weather daily and implement necessary actions to ensure everyone’s safety, such as adjusting outdoor activities, encouraging hydration, and providing shaded or indoor alternatives when needed. We appreciate your support in helping us keep students safe.
To help prevent heat illness, please ensure that your child:
- Stays Hydrated: Please make sure your child brings a NAMED water bottle to school every day. Encourage your child to drink plenty of water throughout the day, especially before, during, and after outdoor activities.
- Wears Appropriate Clothing: Lightweight, loose-fitting, and light-colored clothing is ideal.
- Wears a hat: A wide-brimmed NAMED hat provides the best coverage by shielding the face, ears, and neck.
- Sunscreen: Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 or higher before coming to school.
Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our students safe and healthy. Should you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us.
Celebrate ISY’s 70 Years at the 6th Annual Fundraising Gala!
Saturday, March 29, 2025, at 6:00PM | Melia Hotel Yangon
Join us for an evening of timeless traditions, community, and global impact. Proceeds from this event will support the Chinthe Fund and its community initiatives.
Ticket Information
To reserve tickets in advance, please contact our Advancement Associate – May Su Yadanar Bo at +95-9-880-441-040 or mbo@isyedu.org.
Don’t miss this special evening.
Visit the ISY Gala page for details.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
Note: This event is for guests aged 18+; student attendance is limited to approved performers.
Dates to Remember
27th March – Parent Teacher Conferences – no school for students
28th March – Quarter 3 ends
4th – 5th April – Musical Production – Little Mermaid
14th – 22nd April – Thingyan Holiday
1st May – No School – Labour Day
6th June – Last day of school
COUNSELOR’S CORNER
The Benefits of Social-Emotional Groups
At ISY, inclusion is at the heart of our approach to supporting and nurturing students in all areas, including social and emotional development. Each year, the ISY elementary counseling department offers several sessions of Social-Emotional Support Groups. These groups are designed to enhance and support students’ social-emotional learning, helping them grow both personally and academically.
Research shows that participation in targeted social-emotional learning programs benefits students in many ways, including:
- A Positive Impact on Academic Learning – Social-emotional learning improves overall school functioning, including better grades, increased work completion, improved attendance, and higher test scores.
- Increased Student Engagement – Developing social skills helps students collaborate more effectively with their classmates, leading to a more inclusive and interactive learning environment.
- Reduced Bullying and Aggression – Building prosocial skills enhances problem-solving abilities and fosters empathy, helping to create a more respectful and supportive school culture.
- Improved Mental Health – Students who engage in social-emotional learning tend to experience fewer symptoms of anxiety and depression, contributing to their overall well-being.
- Enhanced Resilience and Coping Skills – These groups help students identify and manage their emotions more effectively, equipping them with the tools to handle challenges in a healthy and constructive way.
If you would like to learn more about these groups, please contact Ms. Patty at escounselor@isyedu.org.
The International School Yangon
20 Shwe Taungyar Street
Bahan Township
Yangon, Myanmar
+95 (0) 9 880 441 040