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Written by Mr. Alex

As we come together to celebrate our achievements and milestones, I am thrilled to extend my warmest welcome to Infobyte #10! First and foremost, I would like to express my deepest gratitude to the Parent Association and the Student Council for their outstanding efforts in putting together a memorable Teacher's Day celebration. The dedication and creativity exhibited truly made our teachers feel cherished and valued. Thank you for fostering a sense of appreciation within our school community.

I would also like to take this opportunity to send congratulations to all our MSHS teachers, staff, and coordinators for the great success of the recently concluded semester exam session. Your commitment to excellence contributed to the positive outcomes we've witnessed. Each of you played an important role in shaping the academic success of our students, and your hard work has not gone unnoticed.

As we move towards the end of the semester, there are several exciting events lined up for the AWA community. Parent-teacher conferences, the much-anticipated Computing Day, the MSHS Student Council Sports Day, and the Holiday Concert are on the horizon. These events not only mark the culmination of a fruitful semester but also provide opportunities for us to come together as a community and celebrate our shared successes. I encourage everyone to actively participate in these upcoming events, as they promise moments of joy, collaboration, and unity. Let us seize this opportunity to strengthen the bonds that make SWA a truly special place.

In closing, I extend my warmest wishes to each and every one of you for a joyous and restful holiday season. May this festive time be filled with love, laughter, and moments of reflection. Take this well-deserved break to rejuvenate and return in the new year with renewed energy and enthusiasm.

Wednesday, 13 December - MSHS Sports Day

MSHS STUCO will host the annual MSHS Sports Day at SWA on Wednesday, 13 December 2023 (between 7.40 am - 15 pm). This event aims to encourage students to stay healthy, improve their physical health, and provide them the opportunity to meet and strengthen the bonding among middle school and high school students. We are thrilled to extend an invitation to all parents and guardians to join us in this exciting and fun-filled day too. 

Schedule of events:

Thursday, 14 December - Holiday Concert and Arts Exhibition

We are combining the celebration of SA/CAS World Children’s Day and the Charity Holiday Concert and adopted the theme “Youth of Hope: Chase Your Dreams''. The celebration will feature our students’ work, creativity, and talents represented in various forms of performances, including ensemble and musical drama presented by SWA and Sekolah Kami students as part of their SA/CAS initiative. The main purpose of the charity concert is to give our children the opportunity to help and support Sekolah Kami students through music and arts projects, and to be impactful to the children of the world. 

We are thrilled to extend an invitation to all parents and guardians to join the event.

Date : Thursday, 14 December 2023
Time : 12.50 pm - end (approximately at 03.15 pm)
Venue : Trini Dewi Theater

Please find below the details of the event:

On this very day, students are allowed to wear festive or Christmas-themed attire in green, blue, red, and white colours. Below is the photo reference:

Christmas Donation

SWA STUCO and Timbre are encouraging all students to contribute towards the Christmas Concert by making donations. The beneficiary of this outreach programme will be the scavenger children from Sekolah Kami. All donations will be located in the Arts Lobby until 11 December 2023. Each grade level is encouraged to bring the following donations:

Friday, 15 December - PTC

Last day of Term 2, PTC Day: An opportunity for meaningful Parent-Teacher Conferences to discuss the achievements and progress of our students.

Monday, 18 December to Tuesday, 2 January - Winter Vocation

Semester 1 Vacation: Wishing our students and families a delightful and relaxing winter break. 

Wednesday, 3 January - Faculty Professional Development (PD)

Our teachers return, engaging in Professional Development to enhance the learning experience in Term 3. 

Thursday, 4 January - Students back to School

First day of Term 3: We welcome our students back to school, ready to embark on another term of engaging and enriching learning experiences.

Let’s make these upcoming events a time of learning, growth, and community spirit. Your participation and support are what make our school community vibrant and successful.

I&S Department

Written by Mr. Marchev

Rice is life

In term 2 the G8 I&S students embarked on a journey of discovery of what economic development means, why some countries are wealthy and some poor and how important food production is for the quality of life we enjoy and most of us take for granted. One of the tasks during term 2 which the students had to tackle was to write a report on the topic of the “Green Revolution” and in particular the challenges of growing a staple crop like rice in Indonesia. The work featured below is from Kate and Chloe respectively:

Overall the students enjoyed the topic and tasks and that was evident in their engagement and effort put into participating in discussions. During one of those discussions about the importance of rice (especially in Asia), a student exclaimed: “Rice is Life”, which sums up the essence of a very lengthy and productive class.

English Department
Written by Mr. Kevin

Staying Sharp During Downtime: Holiday Tips from the English Department

As the holiday season approaches, the English Department at SWA encourages students to stay engaged and continue nurturing their love for language and literature. While the break offers a well-deserved rest, maintaining academic sharpness is essential. 

Here are some tips to keep your English Language and Literature skills honed during this festive period:

• Read, Read, Read: Embrace the joy of reading by exploring diverse genres, authors, and literary works. Whether it's a novel, poetry collection, or online articles, immerse yourself in the power of words. Choose texts that inspire you or explore new literary landscapes. Remember, reading not only enhances vocabulary and comprehension but also fosters creativity and critical thinking.
  
  

• Write and Reflect: Cultivate your writing skills by journaling, crafting short stories, or even starting a blog. Use this time to express your thoughts, ideas, and reflections on the books you've read or topics of personal interest. Writing regularly helps refine your writing style, grammar, and organization, allowing you to articulate ideas effectively.
  
  

• Discussion and Dialogue: Engage in meaningful discussions with family and friends about literature, current events, or thought-provoking topics. Exchange ideas, opinions, and interpretations. Conversations stimulate intellectual curiosity, broaden perspectives, and enhance communication skills.

The English Department encourages students to embrace these activities not only as academic exercises but also as enjoyable pursuits that enrich your linguistic abilities and appreciation for the beauty of language.

Science and Design Department
Written by Ms. Michelle

Grade 11 Environmental Systems and Societies

Researching and Educating for Change

This term, our ESS class focuses on the critical issue of water pollution, aiming to empower our students to become advocates for change. The goal is not just to understand the problem of water pollution, but also to actively contribute to its solution by raising awareness and promoting sustainable practices. The students conducted thorough research and engaged in discussions to grasp the cause and impact of human activities on aquatic ecosystems. Following this, they plan an educational campaign for the younger grade students. To ensure the learning experience is engaging and age-appropriate, they have designed interactive teaching materials such as games and visually appealing presentations. As the students share their newfound knowledge, they not only help raise awareness of water pollution but also discover the joy of imparting knowledge to the younger students.

Chinese Department
Written by Ms. Yuan

In this semester's exam, students in the second language class will be tested on Standard B for reading comprehension and Standard D for writing. Before the exam, students are encouraged to make full use of their class time to review vocabulary, practice sentence construction, and plan for essay writing. To ensure accurate use of Chinese characters and meet the required word count, students are employing various preparation methods. Some are practicing dictation with classmates, others are writing sentences with the guidance of teachers, and some are using computers to organize and summarize their own sentences. We hope all students will achieve good results in this exam.

Indonesian Department
Written by Ms. Junita

Grade 6 students explored speech writing in ILL class. They noticed some legendary orators such as Ir. Soekarno, Martin Luther King Jr., and Winston Churchill. They also need to recognize their inspirational quotes and how they inspired people. 

Students composed speeches centered on personal passions like environmental preservation, technology, and health. Some students also composed their graduation speeches. They recorded their speeches by facing the camera, they battled nerves but remained resolute. This experience wasn’t solely about delivering speeches; it was about discovering the force inherent in their words to impact and inspire.