M I D D L E S C H O O L

Volume 1, Issue # 21
January 26 to 30, 2009
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Student Bulletin
WEEK AT A GLANCE
January 26 to 30, 2009
Monday, January 26 Regular Schedule
Tuesday, January 27 Regular Schedule
Wednesday, January 28 Student Late Start
Grade 6-LT, Grade 7-LT,Grade 8 Boys-FAT, Grade 8 Girls-AMR
Thursday, January 29 Regular Schedule

Friday, January 30 Regular Schedule

Dear Students:

During the next five days we will be celebrating Readers’ Week. A number of activities have been planned and we encourage
all of you to get involved. Each day you will be given some time to read quietly in class so make sure you have a book on
hand. If you don’t have a book on hand or are looking for something new to read, visit the MSMC to get some ideas. Reading
opens up doors and is a fantastic way to learn about people, relationships and the world.

On Saturday is Family Fun Day. Make sure to buy your tickets!

Looking ahead...On February 3rd there is going to be a CWW Information Session from 5:00—6:30 P.M. in the FAT. Please
invite your parents to attend.

Have a super week!

Ms. Fredericks and Ms. Sayson

Upcoming Events PowerSchool

in the Middle School Grade Update

January 30 - Quarter 3 Grade Update

January 26-30 MS Reader’s Week
31 Family Fun Day February 13 - MS Progress Reports
February 03 CWW Information Evening (5:00 PM, FAT)
05 to 07 ISTA (Shanghai American School)
05 to 08 MS AMIS String Festival (Singapore)
12 MS AMIS Band Assembly Performance (2:20 PM, FAT)
13 MS AMIS Band Festival Concert (5:30 PM, FAT)
13 MS Quarter 3 Progress Report Distribution
14 Service Learning Activity: Samahan Bukas Palad

SERVICE LEARNING “LET’S GO GREEN” MEETING

ACTIVITIES
Students are invited to this month’s school‐wide meeting
January 31 - Care for Kanlungan
on Monday, January 26, 2009, from 3:00 to 4:00 PM in Room 3072.
February 07 - WILD & GK777
This is a great opportunity to share ideas about promoting environmental
February 14 - Samahan Bukas Palad
responsibility in school. This month, we will be putting our heads together
to plan how to meaningfully celebrate Earth Week (April 20‐24) here in ISM.
 MATHCOUNTS ATAC NEWS
is having its first of three competitions and it is open to all MATH- rd
Tryouts for 3 season sports (Badminton, Softball, Track and Field and
COUNTS members. This is a practice competition to see how it
Mixed Touch) begin the week of Feb 9th. Tryouts schedule with times/
works.
venues will be posted soon.
It takes place on Monday, January 26, from 3:00 to 5:00 AMIS Honor Band; Housing is still required for our visit-
P.M. Please bring a calculator and some imagination! ing Band delegates. Please contact the ATAC or Fine
Arts office if you can house. An information letter and
Thanks and I hope to see you all there! sign up slip is included in this week’s Parent Bulletin.

- Coach Millette

MIDDLE SCHOOL MEDIA CENTER

READING WEEK & BEARCAT AWARDS
• MSMC Reading Week will run from January 26-30, 2009 and all students will have time to read in class.
• The theme is “Take Time Out To Read” and books related to the theme will be displayed; including time travel, stories of
the past, present and future, and books set within our lifetime featuring an alternate society or parallel world.
• There will be two competitions and entry forms and conditions can be collected from the MSMC on January 26.
1. A Creative Writing Competition with a Fully Booked Gift Certificate worth 1000 PHP for the winner of each cate-
gory. There are four categories: one for Grade - 6, 7, & 8, and one for adults (parents, staff and faculty).
2. A Time Trail Challenge with a Fully Booked Gift Certificate worth 500 PHP for the winner of each
category. There are three categories: one for each Grade - 6, 7, & 8.
• The MSMC Bearcat Award Shortlist for 2008-09 will also be released on January 26. Fifteen of the most
frequently borrowed books are listed and promoted through displays and brochures in the Middle School
Media Center.
• All Middle School students have time to read before casting an electronic vote (in March) for the book
they think is the best. Last year, Twilight by Stephenie Meyer won the Bearcat Award, but all books from
previous years have become popular choices for borrowing.

FROM THE BEARCAT DEN

To all students ,

Please come and visit our Bearcat Den located in the HS cafeteria.

Our new stock of ISM hoodies will be available in sizes from Elementary to High School at the END OF JANUARY ...So before
the rush, drop buy and take a look at our ISM polo shirts, Dri fit polo shirts, Girls and guys track pants, Spandex shorts, Travel
and gym bags to name a few!

Let ' s Go GREEN at The

Our Banner bags made from ISM recycled Banners and Streamers are also on sale.

Our opening times BEARCAT DEN BUSINESS HOURS

Monday 11:15AM to 1:15 PM
2:30PM to 4:00 PM

Wednesday 11:00AM to 1:00 PM

2:30PM to 4:00 PM

Friday 11:15AM to 1:15 PM

2:30PM to 4:00 PM

We would really like to have more volunteers to help with Bearcat activities so if you are interested please con-
tact Jan Harris for more information. Mobile no. 09193466046 or Email janinjapan2002@yahoo.com

GO BEARCATS!!!
Other Announcements
Middle School congratulates
Jasmin Tan Ho
for making history in the Philippine Columbian Association Open Junior Tennis Championships
bagging the girls’ 18-under title at 13.
 Upcoming Events

Dear ISM Community,

On 7th February there will be a Community Service Learning event. There are 100 places available on this build. Those attending
will be transported by buses to the following GK sites : ISM, Phil-Am, Zonta and Jack and Jill GK Villages, Taguig. Participants will meet at
the ES drop-off at 7:30 A.M., depart by 8:00 A.M. and return at approximately 1:00 P.M. The purpose of the trip is for the ISM community to
build homes with members of a less advantaged community. There is no cost to participate in this event.
For a better understanding of Gawad Kalinga 777 join us for an informational presentation in the Little Theater on February 4th at
9:30 A.M. or in the FAT at 10:55 A.M.

Additional information:
• Bring a snack and plenty of water
• Bring small money for snacks and drinks on site
• DO NOT bring valuables of any kind (no electronics, trendy clothing, etc)
• We will be working outdoors; sunscreen and a sunhat are needed.
• Participants should dress for physical labor: gloves, solid shoes, an old t-shirt and suitable trousers/shorts.
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Submit this entire form (signed by a parent where relevant) to Stephanie Hagedorn before 3:00 P.M. on Thursday 5th February in
room P079 in the Admissions area.
‰ Student in HS / MS / ES - Please complete the form below
‰ Teacher in HS / MS / ES – Please print your name ______________________
‰ Parent – Please print your name__________________________ and Sign here ___________________
To be completed by parent or legal guardian:

__________________________________________________________________
Name of Student and Grade Level

has my permission to participate in the ISM and GK Community Build, Taguig City on: Saturday, 7th February 2009 from 8:00 A.M. -1:00 P.M.
Parent’s name (pls. print): ____________________________________________ Contact # 1:____________________
Parent signature: ___________________________________________________ Contact # 2:____________________