May 16th
Blog Post
Dear Parents,
We have three busy weeks ahead of us, with many school projects being worked on. The culminating Elementary School Grade 5 ComPassion project will end with an exhibition. The students are busy working on these projects and are at the action stage. Their work has produced so many wonderful initiatives, and we are so proud of them all.
This week in assembly, the students initiated a Pride of the Students event. Teachers were given Learner Attribute Awards. It was a fun event for everyone.
TRANSITIONS
We have three weeks left in the school year, and we will make the most of them. We will work hard right to the end!
While we are focusing hard on finishing this year strongly, we are also very much focused on smooth and successful student transitions into next year.
We place a lot of importance on transitioning students into their next grade level and are also very careful to emphasize that all students are part of the same community, regardless of their grade level or whether they are in Elementary, Middle, or High School.
Over the last few years, we have been very deliberate in strengthening the connections between the Elementary, Middle, and High Schools. Our Elementary and Secondary School Offices are combined, many of our teachers teach in Elementary and Secondary School, and our Chinthe Communities programme has students from different grade levels interact with each other on a weekly basis. These communities will continue into next year.
The connections between students from different parts of the school are clear to see around campus in the way that they interact with each other. This is very pleasing to us as it shows that our students feel that they belong to the same community, a feeling that we will keep nurturing at ISY.
As our students change grade levels or move from Elementary to Middle to High School, it is very helpful for them to feel that they are moving through the same community instead of moving on to a different one. The confidence that comes from belonging to a strong community makes for smooth and successful transitions throughout each student’s time at ISY.
All the best,
Ms Sheppard
We wish to celebrate our Grade 12 students who are already being accepted to multiple universities around the world. Well done Grade 12! We are proud of you.
Dates to Remember
29th May – Grade 5 Compassion Project Exhibition
30th May – Teacher Appreciation
4th June – Report Cards go home
6th June – Last day of school – finish at 11:30 am
COUNSELOR’S CORNER
Supporting Your child’s Sleep Habits
It’s no secret that kids need sleep. Research shows that sleep isn’t just about rest. It’s one of the most critical factors in how well students perform academically, manage stress, and even behave in class. Students who don’t get enough sleep are more likely to have poor concentration, be less able to manage their emotions and struggle to retain information. To ensure your child is getting enough sleep consider these factors.
- Children under 12 need 9-12 hours of sleep. Establishing a consistent bedtime routine is important to ensure the appropriate amount of sleep is achieved.
- Devices should not be used at least 1 hour before bedtime. The blue light screens emit interferes with melatonin production, which helps one to fall asleep.
- Exercise, done regularly before the evening as shown to help people sleep better. Get your child ‘s heart rate up for 30-60 minutes each day can support restful sleep.
- Model and monitor your own sleep habits. Set boundaries around work, screen time, and bedtime for yourself and your child will follow suit.
Proper sleep is essential for your child’s learning and emotional well-being. By making sleep a priority at home, you’re giving your child a solid foundation for success in and outside of school. If you have any questions or concerns regarding your child’s sleep or how to develop positive sleep habits, please contact Ms. Patty at escounselor@isyedu.org. She is happy to support your family.
If you would like to learn more, 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