English International School Newsletter of the 9th December 2024

Dear Parents,

We thank you for your contributions to our collection baskets for children in need. The items collected will be delivered to the designated orphanage at the end of term and there will be follow-up at the start of next term.

Please note the following information and reminders:

Mock Examinations for Cambridge IGCSE and AS/A-level

Mock examinations will continue through Wednesday, 11th December. Years 11 – 13 parents have received letters regarding the exams and the post-mock meetings which will come up in January.

Letter Sent to Parents of Years 10 – 13 Students

I wish to call attention to parents of Years 10 – 13 Students regarding the letter which was sent home on 4th December. The letter makes clear that the evening event on 13th December, which was planned by a group of high school students, is not an E.I.S. school event.

Reports Out and Child Progress Conferences

Reports will go out on Wednesday, 11th December. Teachers have begun setting times with parents for Child Progress Conferences to be held either in school, by phone or virtually.

Christmas Performance - 13th December

Lower School children have been busy rehearsing and looking forward to their performance of Babushka, which will take place on Friday morning in the Lower School Garden at 8:30 a.m. Kindly indicate your intention to attend to your child’s class teacher in order for badges to be prepared in advance.

Preparing for next term

In preparing for next term, I refer you to the Uniform and Equipment section of our school website. Please devote ample time to making sure that your child has the correct uniform and footwear, and that your child will be ready to come to school neatly dressed and groomed. It is important to note that certain hair attachments/styles are not appropriate for school and could be hazardous when working in the science laboratory. We also continue to recommend reusable water flasks for students, which are more practical and environmentally friendly.

Last Day of Term – Friday, 13th December (Half-day)

The last day of term will be a half-day, with all classes ending at 11:45 a.m. Children will be allowed to come to school in mufti, wearing colours of red, white and green.

Please note that the new term will begin at 8:00 on Monday, 6th January 2025.

I take this opportunity to extend my compliments of the season, with wishes of peace, good health and fulfilment.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Yours sincerely,

Rebecca Khelseau-Carsky

Head teacher