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Christmas Assemblies
Christmas Assemblies
On Thursday, Year 7-10 students enjoyed their Christmas celebration assembly.
This was an opportunity to showcase some of the performances and events that have taken place during the year, including Diwali Ball, Rock School concert and Star Search.
Mrs Murchie and Mr Williams spoke about the importance of kindness and 10 students from each year group who were nominated by their tutors received certificates in recognition of demonstrating outstanding Learner Profile attributes.
Thank you to all the performers and staff involved in delivering this event.
-text by Mr Guy Hewson
Year 7
Year 8
Year 9
Year 10
photos by Ivo Lipanovic
It was amazing today (Friday) to celebrate the Year 13 students. Students were rewarded for demonstrating the IB Learner Profile attributes, excellence in their extended essays and commitment to BTEC learning. We also handed out the prestigious Star Search awards.
Well done Year 13, you have all achieved so much this term! We wish you all the best with the upcoming IB mocks and BTEC deadlines.
-text by Ms Sara Ellison
photos by Ivo Lipanovic
TedX at West Island School
TedX at West Island School
On Thursday evening, November 28th, the TEDxWest Island School Youth event showcased seven student speakers who shared their unique experiences and perspectives with topics such as "Be Nosy, Be Curious" and “The Improvisation Mindset." The audience, comprised of students, parents, and teachers, listened to the speakers, contributing to a vibrant atmosphere. The event was a great success, and a video publication capturing the talks will be released after Christmas.
-text by Brandon Yip (Year 13)
Events and Sign-ups
Events and Sign-ups
Christmas Concert
Christmas Concert
Concert tickets are sold out. Thank you for your support！
Please be reminded that the concert is the coming Wednesday 11th December.
Bakehouse Mince Pie Fundraising
Bakehouse Mince Pie Fundraising
Are you going to the Christmas concert? Buy a Christmas fruit mince pie and support a WIS fundraiser!
Collection is available on December 11 from 3-7 PM, the day of the concert.
Pre-order single pies or a box of 6 through EventBrite here.
WIS Bazaar Call for Volunteers and Donations
WIS Bazaar Call for Volunteers and Donations
Join us for the WIS Bazaar on March 8, 2025! Enjoy food, drinks, socializing, and entertainment.
Parent Volunteers Needed: Sign up here.
Donations Needed:
Preloved Items: Books, toys, games, household goods. Drop off at school reception.
New Goods: Kitchen tools, cosmetics, stationery. Drop off at school reception.
Food Court: Cash and food items for diverse stalls (Asian cuisines, BBQ, baked goods). Sign up here.
New Cuisines: Share your unique flavors to enhance our Food Court. Contact pta@wis.edu.hk
Can't attend? You can still help by donating or volunteering. Thank you for your support!
CAS Sign-up
CAS Sign-up
Term 2 CAS sign-up openS on WISDOM at 3 pm today (Friday). Sign-up will close on Monday, 9th December, at 6 pm. Please spend time exploring the CAS options together before signing up through the student's WISDOM account. Please see the instructions attached for how to sign up.
In this term, We are excited to offer a range of new opportunities for our students, such as Who Do You Think You Are?, Jewellery making and marketing and new student-led activities such as the TEDx Youth event and Aviation Club. Note that some activities offered by external providers incur a cost.
CAS begins the week on Monday 13th January 2024 and CAS buses will also begin on this date. For further information on the school's CAS philosophy and requirements, please see the website.
Unexpected Compliments
Unexpected Compliments
As we skipped the Unexpected Compliments section last week, we are showcasing 6 compliments this week.
To Ms Leigh Dalgarno:
"Thank you for making IGCSE Music enjoyable. Although it is somewhat challenging (especially world music), I look forward to the lessons. "
To Ms Natalie Lam:
"Thank you for being the best EA(Educational Assistant) and for being so nice to us."
To Mr Ian Bengey:
"Thank you so much for making Maths a fun and enjoyable learning experience, and being patient with me when I needed help."
To Nathan Poppleton (Year 8 Tang 2):
"Thank you for being a kind friend who always helps me overcome my biggest fears and problems. "
To Chiara Millich (Year 12 Song 2):
"Thank you so much for helping me and putting a smile on my face! "
To Ms Shubha Koshy:
"Your efficiency and professionalism always leave me impressed. You genuinely care about your students and you are so patient with them. Thank you for being with us."
Thank you and please continue to share a compliment here.
We will select no more than three compliments each week to share with the community. Your name will not be shown, but the name of the person to whom the compliment is addressed will appear in the newsletter.
Student Achievements
Student Achievements
Skating
Skating
Year 11 Misuzu Sumiyama participated in the 2024/2025 Hong Kong Open Figure Skating.
Running
Running
Year 7 Chaska Poon won 1st place in the 3K run in his age group in the Lifewire Run at Tsuung Kwan O.
Swimming
Swimming
Year 7 Lily Bak won the champion of Hong Kong Youth Artistic Swimming (Sequence Swim, age 10-11).
Theatre
Theatre
Year 10 Olivia Carter has been performing at the sold out “Peter Pan the Panto” with the Hong Kong Players at the 400 seat Shouson Theatre as a member of the Junior Ensemble. This is her second year performing in the Panto.
Football
Football
Year 17 Matthew Jenkins is going with his football club AIFA to Pattaya to compete in the Thailand International Youth Cup.
Theatre
Theatre
Year 7 Krish Narian took part in the threatre production Cinderella with Faust International Youth Theatre.
Spread Some Festive Cheer With Our ESF Christmas Card
Spread Some Festive Cheer With Our ESF Christmas Card
The joy of the festive season was the inspiration for ESF Sha Tin Junior School student Colette Lee, who created the wonderful design of this year’s ESF Christmas card.
Her painting was selected by ESF Chief Executive Officer Belinda Greer as part of our annual ESF-wide art challenge and shows a festively decorated home, which Colette says is “a warm and welcoming place, just like our school.”
“Her artwork beautifully embodies the spirit of Christmas and reflects the sense of belonging which is at the heart of our ESF community," says Belinda. “Congratulations to Colette and to all our talented students who participated in this year’s art challenge.”
We hope you’ll enjoy spreading some festive cheer with this heart-warming e-card, which can be downloaded from our ESF website.
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