Week Thirty Two - April 22th 2022

#WeRGIS Weekly

From the Head of School's Desk

Dear Parents,

I hope that you are well.

Ramadan is a time for giving and for considering those less fortunate, so I would like to thank Mr Javier for helping to organize a very successful blood donation drive on Monday this week. Mr. Javier’s passion for this led to many others participating. As Mr Javier states, ‘PYP House Captains, the StuELT Service Committee and GISPA all collaborated to host our annual GIS blood drive. Forty-eight people gave blood, which is the highest number we have ever had: but more importantly, donors gave something far more significant - the gift of life.’

Friday 22^nd is Earth Day and to reflect this, our PYP students took part in an Earth Day Poster Design initiated by Gems Education. In their posters they highlighted the importance of sustainability, expressed global issues and listed simple actions that can be taken to protect our Earth. Ms. Aranyani comments, ‘Their simple message to all of us is: Let’s nurture the nature!’ Very well done to all and in particular to Avishi S (5E) and Nazah F (5C) whose posters were selected to be sent to the GEMS Communications Team.

On the subject of creativity, I would like to highlight the example of one of our Grade 9 students, Malavika R, who has been inspired by her learning of English at GIS to create her own comic! This is now on sale within Indian territory from www.tigercomics.in. Very well done Malivika and good luck.

Finally, a message to all our super-organised parents, who are planning the summer break. Our school calendar for 2022-23 must be approved by KHDA and we shall share this in its entirety when we can, but we can say that the first day of school will be 29^th August for our new students (and all those in Grade 6, therefore new to secondary), and 30^th August for all others. I hope this information is useful.

Kind regards and have a good weekend,

Simon Herbert

Community News

Get Set Go Kids are excited to launch their popular Weekend Club sessions at GEMS International School this Saturday morning from 9-10am.

Get Set Go Kids is a multi-skills sports club for boys and girls aged 3-8 years. The focus is on developing the physical literacy skills and confidence to enjoy ALL sports and promote a healthy and active lifestyle. Participants can enjoy a wide variety of fun games and activities across many movement and sport disciplines to help them find their passion.

To book your FREE trial session click here.

For further programme information visit their website at www.getsetgokids.com or follow www.instagram.com/getsetgokids

Please note that squads and teacher led ECAs will discontinue during the month of Ramadan. Externally run ECAs will continue throughout the month of Ramadan and can be registered for through the ESM.ae website.

Dates for your Diary:

April 24th Term 3 offerings released
May 2nd Term 3 sign up window for Teacher led ECAs open
May 9th Term 3 teacher led ECAs resume

Please be reminded of the STS Bus Behaviour Code which you can access HERE

GIS Community Calendar 21/22

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This calendar will be continually updated to reflect key dates and events.

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