Happy Easter

There is no school from April 1-5. We would like to wish everyone a Happy Easter and a restful week. See you on Monday, April 8.

Parent Survey

We're looking for more parents to share their opinions about TIS by filling out the Alberta Education survey. If you have a few moments, please give us your feedback: http://www.education.alberta.ca/novisurvey/ismParentSurvey.html. Thank-you!

Annual Report

Check out our new Annual Report by clicking here. This report covers last year's school term and explains our program, university acceptances, annual income and expenses as well as our accountability pillar results from Alberta Education.

Alberta Education On Campus This Week

The International School of Macao's accrediting body, Alberta Education, will be on campus this week week conducting their annual review.

As part of this assessment, Alberta Education representative Karen Slevinsky will be meeting with the TISPA committee on Mon, March 25 from 2-3 p.m. in the main office conference room. Ms. Slevinsky will be gathering feedback about TIS and distributing a survey.

All students, staff and parents are invited to share their opinions about TIS. On Wed, March 27 and Thurs, March 28, secondary students will be greeting parents in the morning and asking them to complete an online survey. Please take a few minutes to provide us with your valued opinions. You can also fill out the survey at: http://bit.ly/148Hbyj. The Chinese translation is available here: http://tis.edu.mo/pdfs/Parent_Survey.docx. The document isn't interactive but can be filled out and brought into the office, or used to help complete the online survey.

Ms. Slevinsky will be our guest speaker at Parent Coffee Time next Thurs, March 28 from 8:30-9 a.m. in the Secondary Library. She will be sharing information about the Alberta curriculum and the accreditation process. Everyone is welcome to attend. Coffee, tea and pastries will be served.

If you have any questions about Alberta Education's visit to TIS next week, please call the main office at 2853 3700.

We Want Your Feedback!

Please share your opinions about TIS with us. Our accrediting body, Alberta Education, will be on campus next week conducting their annual review. Please take a few minutes to fill out the online survey and provide us with your valued opinions: http://bit.ly/148Hbyj. As well, here is a link to the Chinese translation: http://tis.edu.mo/pdfs/Parent_Survey.docx. The document isn't interactive, but can be filled out and brought in to the main office. Thank-you!
謹此提醒各位填寫網上問卷，每年，艾伯塔省教育部會對本校進行評核，問卷調查是評核工作的其中一部份。歡迎大家踴躍分享意見，請到網站：http://bit.ly/148Hbyj 填寫網上英文問卷，同時，我們提供中文版作補充：http://tis.edu.mo/pdfs/Parent_Survey.docx 。如填寫中文版，請列印後交回校務處。多謝合作！

Sports Day

Sports Day is coming up on Wednesday. March 20 for all elementary students. The Kindergarten grades will enjoy games on the soccer field and playground from 9-10 a.m. while Gr. 1-6 students will participate in a fun-filled afternoon of field and outdoor activities from 12:30-2:30p.m. Students are asked to wear their PE uniforms and bring their hats and water bottles. Families are also invited to join in for some fun.

TISPA Easter Raffle

TISPA members have been busy assembling all of the Easter baskets for the annual Easter raffle. Check them out in the main office. Tickets are only 10 Mop each or 3 for 20 Mop and will be on sale before and after school from March 18-27. The draw will take place on March 27.  Show your support and purchase some tickets!

Cold & Flu Season is Here!

The cold and flu season is definitely upon us and we would like to remind parents and students to practice healthy hygiene. This includes washing your hands frequently, avoiding contact with your eyes, nose and mouth, and keeping disinfectant wipes and gels handy. Eating healthy, drinking lots of water and getting enough sleep are also helpful ways to fight the flu and cold. Students who are unwell should be kept at home and seen by a doctor.

Student Led Conferences

Student-led conferences for Kindergarten to Grade 6 are coming up on March 14-15. The Gr. 1-6 conferences will take place on Thurs, March 14 from 3:30-8 p.m. and Fri, March 15 from 8 a.m.-12 noon. Kindergarten times are slightly different: Thurs, March 14 from 3:30-5:30 p.m. and Fri, March 15 from 8:30-11 a.m. Parent sign up sheets will be sent home on Monday, so parents can choose a half an hour block to attend.  Confirmation of conference times will be sent home with the report cards on March 8th. There is no school on Fri, March 15 for Kindergarten to Grade 6 students.