PYP News
Grade 4 camp Last week the two grade 4 classes went away to Lake Aokiko for a three day camp. The camp was run by the experienced team of Evergreen Outdoor Centre and provided a wide range of fantastic activities for the stu- dents to participate in. All children had the chance to go mountain biking, rock climbing, canoeing as well as playing Capture the Flag in the forest. Despite an exceptionally long bus ride back on Friday night, the kids all behaved brilliantly and participated in the camp activities with a lot of enthusiasm and excitement. Thanks to Kenny, who also helped on the...
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We have arrived at camp in Hakuba and eaten a light lunch. About to set up tents and get ready for the first activity-mountain biking or canoeing. Natalie
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Thursday, May 23rd Doors open at 5:45pm Dear Parents, You are invited to attend this gala event presented by the knowledgeable, and sensational Grade 5 PYP students. This Exhibition will take place in the TIS gym on Thursday, May 23rd, 6:00pm to 7:30pm. Doors will be open at 5:45pm. Friends, siblings, grandparents, and other guests are welcome to attend. Clare, Travis and Natalie Grade 5 Exhibition
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Grade 4 On Monday, The Amazing Race Around Tokyo occurred with the help of many parents. The G4 students were given the task to get to Ginza, Asakasa, Ueno, Shibuya and Azabu-juban any way they chose. Some groups walked, some took the bus, some jumped on the JR trains and some caught the subway. Each group was given 5000yen to cover the costs of their travel for a group of five people, three students and two adults. It was a fabulous spring day for them and everyone had a fantastic time. Thanks to all of the parent helpers and to Carolyn and Andy who planned the Amazing...
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Dear PYP Parents, Please check the message wall on Manabimon for a message from Kristine (MYP Coordinator) regarding an upcoming parent seminar on Digital Citizenship run by Kim Cofino.There is a flyer attached to the message with details about the seminar. Thank you and kind regards, Kristine Adelsboell MYP Coordinator
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As a culmination of their learning throughout their time in the PYP, students take part in The Exhibition in Grade 5. Under the transdisciplinary theme, “Sharing The Planet”, students have selected an issue that they are pas- sionate about. Aligning with one or two others, students have formed groups such as Obesity, Racism, Child Soldiers etc. to form an in-depth study into their chosen issue. The Grade 5 students have since completed the third week of the Exhibition process. The International Bacca- laureate regards The Exhibition as an active learner process where students learn not...
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