ISPS Weekly Newsletter
From the Director
Dear Parents,
Vision: ISPS will strive to be one of the premier international schools. Mission: ISPS will provide an outstanding educational programme for both international and resident families who want their children to pursue higher education.
Dates for your Diary: May 18-22 MAP Testing Gds 2-6 & 9 May 18 May 20 May 23 AP Parent Meeting 2:45 PTO AGM @ 7:00pm PTO Family Day & Opening of CAISSA
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Our Open House on May 9th was well attended. Special thanks to all of the staff and students who helped make this event a success. It was especially great to have our new cheerleading squad give a cheer and to see the enthusiasm of our student tour guides. Parents of grade nine through twelve students should have received a notice earlier this week about an Advanced Placement meeting on Monday, May 18th at 2:45. At the meeting, we will provide information on high school graduation requirements, course choices for next academic year, details about the Advanced Placement Program and acceptance of AP coursework in universities and colleges. We hope you will be able to attend and receive this important information. Students are welcome, too. Don‟t forget the PTO Annual General Meeting will take place on May 20th at 7:00 PM. We will be electing nominees for parent members of the Board of Directors and officers for the PTO. A list of the candidates is published in this newsletter along with proposed amendments to the PTO By-Laws (please refer to the separate attachment). Your participation in our school is important and I encourage you to attend this important meeting.
May 21-23 HS Play ―Fools‖ 7:30pm
What‟s Inside
PTO Nomination of Officers Candidates Election Statements PTO Nomination Form PTO AGM Agenda Opening of CAISSA & PTO Family Day Nurse’s Notes ISPS Theatre ―Fools‖ ISPS Summer Camp & School 2 3 4 5 5 5 6 6 7 8
The high school production, Fools, will be performed on May 21, 22, and 23. The play is a comedy and should be fun for the entire family. Come enjoy an evening of School Notice Board drama with us! Easy Print Page: Café Menu
9 The CAISSA girls’ basketball and boys’ soccer tournament will take place this AP Art Exhibition coming week, May 22-25. We had a meeting with host families on Wednesday and we introduced new hosting guidelines and an Athlete’s Code of Conduct that were developed by an ad hoc committee of parents, students and staff. We expect these new features will be in place for the upcoming tournament. Please remember that the PTO is hosting a BBQ on PTO AGM Saturday, May 23rd, with a special invitation to leaving families to take advantage of this May 20 @ 7:00pm last opportunity to cheer for our sports’ teams. Goooo Caimans!
Our school counselors and I will host a Parent Coffee Morning on Third Culture Kids on Wednesday, June 3rd at 7:30 AM. We will present information about Third Culture Kids and will talk about ways internationally mobile families can ease their transition as they move from one culture to another (even if the family is going back ―home‖). We will also have a time when parents can share some of their own experiences adapting to new cultures. This discussion will be relevant to all internationally mobile families and of special interest to those who are moving at the end of this school year. Enjoy the weekend.
PTO Family Day May 23 from 10:30am HS Play “Fools” May 21-23 @ 7:30pm AP Art Exhibition Opening
Eric Larson May 28th @ 5:00-7:00pm
Celebrating 15 Years of Excellence Website: http://www.isps.edu.tt
International School of Port of Spain PTO AGM Nomination of Officers
The list of nomination for School directors and PTO received by May 11 th from people who have confirmed their willingness to serve is as follows. Given that nominations to fill all positions have not yet been received, late nominations will be accepted by submission of the nomination form in this newsletter on page 4
PTO Board
Positions: President, Vice Presidents, Treasurer, Secretary & Ordinary members
Nomination Susan Philip Mirtha de Cruz Position of Interest Treasurer / Secretary Any position
5 Officers to be elected, nominees may make a general nomination or stand for a specific position.
ISPS School Board – Parent Directors Positions: 1 full director and 2 alternative parent directors to be selected.
PTO Nomination to ISPS Board John Hadad Peter Young Pow Mike Jackson Aubrey O’Callaghan Details of Candidacy Elected in 2008, continuing as parent director nominee Elected in 2008, continuing as parent director nominee Elected as Alternate Parent Director in 2008, standing for election as Parent Director nominee Retiring Alternate Parent Director, standing for election as Parent Director nominee
Class Room Parent Representative
Volunteer position non-elected - 1-2 representatives required for each class in each year group.
Volunteer name Year Group (2009) Pre-Kindergarten Kindergarten Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8 Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12
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Susan Philip Ann Scott
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** Parents offering themselves for the ISPS school Board must also provide an election statement outlining the experience and commitment they will bring the school Board of Directors.** Election Statement: Aubrey O‟Callaghan
I am currently an Alternate Director on the Board of Directors. I have served in this capacity since September 2007.
In this coming year there will be a significant number of changes of the Board membership due to transfers taking place. Being re-elected to the Board will help to ensure the continuity of the direction the Board is taking. In 2008 the Board was tasked with finding a replacement for the then Director. I served on the committee making the selection for the current Director. I have always been interested in the development of the education of students and ensuring that students of all abilities are able to attain their potential. This interest encourages me to seek re-election to the Board in order to help guide the direction that the school follows in the challenging years ahead. My interest in education follows through in the supplementary activities that I participate:
I teach a class in Engineering to the Petroleum M.Sc. students at University of Trinidad & Tobago. I serve on the ―Petroleum Engineering Focus Group‖ of UTT I currently also serve on the Quality of Education Committee
My current position as Reservoir Engineering Instructor, means that I am teaching young engineers throughout the world. I teach courses in Far East, Middle East, Latin and Central America and the USA. I see young enthusiastic graduates on a daily basis – and consider that I understand what young people are looking for today. In Trinidad & Tobago my time is spent either preparing or writing courses. My schedule, therefore, is reasonably flexible and with planning, I can dedicate the time required to properly perform the task of Parent Director.
Election Statement: Mike D. Jackson
As a father of 3 children presently attending the ISPS Middle and High School. I feel that I satisfy the major credential for serving as a Parent Director on the ISPS Board - a commitment that we all have, to support the education of our children both at home and in their academic surroundings. To this end I have spent one year acting as Alternate Parent Director and two years serving on the Quality of Education committee of ISPS which supports the Board and School in the provision of data and information to aid in critical decision making. This work with the Board and on the Q of E committee has allowed me to gain an insight into the workings of the school which I hope would continue to be of value to the school and its administration going forward. I also feel that my many years of experience as a Manager and as an expatriate with a family working in many international locations will be of considerable benefit to the Board allowing me to offer a balanced opinion to the challenges that the school faces in its journey ahead.
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International School of Port of Spain AGM Nomination of Officers
Please complete the form below to indicate your willingness to serve on the PTO Board, to be nominated as a Parent Director of the School or to be a Class Room Rep. After completion the form below should be submitted to the President of the PTO via the nominations box in the School foyer
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------PTO Board
Positions: President, Vice Presidents, Treasurer, Secretary & Ordinary members Nominees can indicate a specific position of interest or make a general nomination. Nomination Position of Interest
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ISPS School Board – Parent Directors: NOMINATIONS ARE CLOSED
* Parents offering themselves for the ISPS School board had to also provide an election statement outlining the experience and commitment they will bring the school Board of Directors. (refer to pg. 3) -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Class Room Parent Representative
Volunteer position non-elected - 1-2 representatives required for each class in each year group. Class Room Representatives (Room Mums) Child Name Volunteer name Year Group
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Certificate of Willingness I, ____________________________, confirm that I am willing to stand as a ______________________________ for the International school of Port of Spain. I confirm that I will have children attending the school commencing academic year August 2009. Signed: ________________________________
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AGENDA PTO Annual General Meeting
7:00 pm May 20th 2009 International School of Port of Spain
Hello everyone,
We have been continuously monitoring for H1N1 Flu. I have been reinforcing the importance of hand washing and other preventative measures with students. I am taking this opportunity to ask you to encourage the students to wash hands frequently at home. Elementary students have been working on different assignments about being safe in the sun. They have been so enthusiastic that they make me excited about the program.
Meeting Called to Order
Take care and have a great weekend. Vanda Gomes R.N. R.M.
Welcome and Introductions Reports of PTO Officers Review and Update of Bylaws Election on ISPS Parent Directors Election of PTO Officers Any Other Business Meeting Adjourned
School Nurse
Opening Day Of CAISSA & PTO B-B-Q & Family Day
(A chance for families to come together and say farewell to leaving families)
Date: Sat. 23rd May, 2009 Time: from 10:30am Best Part: The B-B-Q & all fun events are free
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ISPS Theatre Co. presents Fools
It's nearly a mission impossible for a schoolteacher. When young Leon Tolchinsky (played by ISPS sophomore Ross Tanner) walks into the 1890s Russian village of Kulyenchikov to answer a help-wanted advertisement, he is taken aback. Because of an ancient curse, everyone in the village is an idiot. Tolchinsky then learns that he will have to break the curse, or become an idiot, too. In Neil Simon's comedy "Fools," being presented by the ISPS Theatre Co., Dr. Zubritsky (Salome Boccara) and his wife Lenya (Robin Jones-Kerr) have sent for Tolchinsky so he can educate their daughter, Sophia (Tara Armour). At first Tolchinsky balks, but then realizes saving Sophia can save the whole village including himself. In the comic fable, Tolchinsky learns he must get a Zubritsky to marry a Yousekevitch. The problem is, there is no love, according to Yenchna, the butcher (Amanda Wilkins) because a fool cannot know the meaning of love. If Tolchinsky doesn't succeed in his mission within 24 hours, he, too, will become a fool, trapped in Kulyenchikov forever. Other cast members include Emma Low as Snetsky, the shepherd; Latricia Davidson as the magistrate; David Pickering as Mishkin, the mail carrier, and Eddie Mahabir as Count Gregor Yousekevitch. If you think the character names sound wild, just imagine experiencing a fire, an adoption, a divorce, a wedding and a death in the family all in one night!
ISPS SUMMER CAMP ISPS SUMMER SCHOOL
29th June—17th July 2009 Summer Camp 9am—2:30pm Summer School 9am—11:30am(recommended by ISPS teacher) * Download form-www.isps.edu.tt Click on “School Life” and scroll down to “Summer Camp”. * Fill out form and drop off
Enroll in our balanced program for 4—12 year olds in Art , Culture, Science, Technology and Sports Art and Craft Cooking Dance Digital Music Production Digital Photography Exploratory Science Information Technology BrickLab® Lego Robotics Sports Video Production For further details: Visit http://www.isps.edu.tt E-mail: sjulien@isps.edu.tt or isps.summercamp@gmail.com Call: (868) 633-4777 ext 123 Feature Camp Activity ROBOTICS 9-12 year olds BRICKLAB® (LEGO) 4-8 year olds
―Fools” will be presented May 21 - 23 at 7:30 p.m. in the ISPS Theatre Address: 1 International Drive, Westmoorings
Registration Forms are now available the at front office!
Admission is Free
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School Notice Board : Upcoming Events & Notices
Middle School Student Council Spirit Week: May 18th –22nd
All participating students MUST dress according to the SCHOOL RULES & Spirit Week Theme Movie Monday Turn Back Time Tuesday Wacky Wednesday Thermal Thursday
Sell toys, clothes, computer games, DVD’s, music CD’s, electronics, household items, small appliances and furniture, etc. The General Public will be invited via Check flyers posted around the school for more flyers and posters distributed around the school, information on the dress code descriptions for each of neighborhood, the Canadian Women’s Club, the American Women’s Club, Islanders International and Petroleum the days Wife’s Club.
Grand Garage Sale! hosted by ISPS PTO
The PTO invites you to take advantage of this great opportunity to clean out your cupboards, sell your stuff and make some extra $$$$ in a safe, secure, fun environment! Where: ISPS GYM When: Saturday, June 6th Time: 2pm – 5pm Price: TT $150
Food Friday
Please support the High School French Class ―Crepes Sale‖
Registration forms are available from Ms. Walker at the front desk: Fill out a registration form Choose a location from gym layout Leave registration form and money with Ms. Walker You will be provided with two tables (180 cm. x 76 cm.) and access to the gym from 9:00 am. For further information, please contact any of the persons listed below: Maria: 632-7335/ 389-7250 or e-email magusinya2002@hotmail.com Lee: 629-0510/ 729-4129 or e-mail ondyill@yahoo.co.ok
in aid of purchasing groceries and visual aids for decorations Thursday May 21st 2009 in the Cafeteria from 12:00pm – 12:45pm
Do not miss out!!!!!!
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Dates for your Diary: May 18-22 MAP Testing Gds 2-6 & 9 May 18 May 20 May 23 May 25 AP Parent Meeting 2:45pm PTO AGM @ 7:00pm PTO Family Day & Opening of CAISSA ES Music Festival @ 6:00pm
May 21-23 HS Play ―Fools‖ 7:30pm
Cafeteria Menu: 18th-22nd
Everyday there will be a set menu at a fixed cost (Table „d‟ hote) and some days may have an a la carte menu where items are priced individually (A la Carte) Mon 18th: Tue 19th: Wed 20th: Thu 21st: Fri 22nd: Chicken Noodle Soup, Beef Soup, Fish Broth, Sweet Corn Soup, Bread Rolls, Fruit Jello & Fresh Fruit Juice Curried Chicken, Massala Goat,, Buss Up Shot/Roti, Pumpkin Choka, Curry Mango, Aloo and Channa, Fresh Fruit Salad & Fresh Fruit Juice Meatballs in Tomato Sauce, Spaghetti, Salsa/Chips, Fresh Salad & Fruit Juice Hawaiian Lamb Chops, Grilled Chicken, Potato Au Gratin, Vichy Carrots, Mixed Salad & Fresh Fruit Juice Chicken A La King, Paprika Rice, Tossed Salad & Fresh Fruit Juice OR Hot Dogs, Beef Burgers, Cheese Pizzas, Wings French Fries, Salad Bar & Fresh Fruit Juice (a La Carte) Prices for Lunch: VAT INCLUSIVE (Table „d‟ hote)- Fixed Menu Small: $20.70 Large: $25.30 Note: Vegetarian meals are available upon request. Students & Staff who suffer from allergies or have dietary requirements, please let the café know in advance so that they can try to facilitate you.
Other Available Items: Sandwiches, Fresh Fruit Juices, Milk Drinks, Pre-packed Juices, Cut Fruits, Freshly Baked Pastries & Snack Items
** Special Note** Freshly baked breads are still available for purchase from your ISPS Café on Friday afternoons. If you are interested, please place your orders during the week from Monday through to Thursday with Mrs. Prime or her staff.
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