Community RESOURCES
Frequently asked questions
Our YIS COVID-19 Community Support FAQ covers a range of questions that you may have regarding the extended campus closure, health and wellness matters, and what will happen when the campus reopens.
COMMUNITY VIDEO
Our teachers came together, virtually, to create a video message for our community which was shared with students during their morning tutor groups.
YIS I'll Be There For You.m4vCaring for ourselves and others
During times of uncertainty our students might be hearing information that brings about fear and worry, and it is important to remember that our children are looking towards us for reassurance and cues about how to react and respond. It can be a challenge sometimes to find the right balance of staying informed, and staying well, and so we hope these resources provide some starting points for conversations and strategies for moving forward. View the letter from our counsellors to the community here.
Wellness Videos
Please visit this page to see a collection of videos from our counselors on managing wellness during COVID-19.
Flipgrid Videos
Have a look at the short Flipgrid videos below for some messages and tips from teachers on making the most of the Continuous Learning experience and keeping up the Dragons spirit.
PTSA
Our wonderful PTSA are currently looking at ways for parents to connect and support each other online. Visit the YIS PTSA facebook page to keep up to date with upcoming events and activities.
LEARNING RESOUrCES
The following links provide useful resources to support Continuous Learning at home
YIS Library Resources
YIS Library - view our catalog, access e-books and audiobooks
LibGuides: All the YIS library reading and research resources in one place
Library Catalog: Search our physical collection from home
Wheelers: This is our ebook and audiobook provider for reading books through an app - only accessible with a YIS email.
TumbleBooks and TeenBookCloud: These is our ebook and audiobook collections for reading books on your computer.
Passwords: Usernames and passwords for our electronic passwords - only accessible with a YIS email. You can also email libraryinfo@yis.ac.jp from a YIS email for the latest usernames and passwords.
Kadokawa publishing - free Japanese children's ebooks
Uchuukyoudai (manga) - free Japanese manga ebooks
Have questions? Need support? Email us at library@yis.ac.jp.
Useful Links
A selection of resources to help parents support their children.
Brainpop - an easily accessible popular video for children discussing the virus and how can you prevent it
CDC: Share Facts not Fear - busting some of the myths
COVID-19 Vocabulary Guide - with so much specialist terminology being used, this list can help fluency and aid understanding
Guided Meditation for Children
Healthy Brain, Healthy Body - Wellness tips for distance learning
How to talk to an anxious child about coronavirus
How to support children in times of crisis
Nature Play - 25 things to do during social isolation
Missed a message?
You can find copies of the emails the school has sent to you in the YIS Parent Portal - login and click the "Messages" box under the school logo.