AP1 News 23/1/2015

1. 23 January 2015 | ISSUE 18
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IN THIS ISSUE
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Headteacher 2
International Week at AP1 3-7
Year 1 8
PTG 9-11
Community Service Department 12-13
Fundinotots - BIS Baby and Toddler Group 14
Lunch Menus 15-16
Contact information
225 Nguyen Van Huong St, District 2, HCMC
Tel: (848) 3744 4551
Fax: (848) 3744 4182
E-mail:
simonhigham@bisvietnam.com
BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL - HO CHI MINH CITY
AN PHU PRIMARY
Newsletter
26th Term 2 clubs begin
26th - 30th School photographs are taken
9th PTG Valentine’s Bake Sale
11th Headteacher Coffee Morning
12th Tet Fair
13th Tet Assembly
January
February
Below left: Splash pool fun in Hawaii
Below centre: Mexican delights in the café
Below right: Tin whistle playing in Ireland

2. From The Headteacher - Mr Simon Higham
Issue 18/Page 2
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Recently, I came across this quote from a poet and author named Wendell Berry:
‘Nobody can discover the world for somebody else. Only when we discover it for ourselves
does it become common ground and a common bond and we cease to be alone.’
This quote somewhat epitomises International Week at AP1 and reinforces the very
strong message of Global Citizens Learning Together that resonates across our Group of
Schools. Being an international student at BIS means creating an awareness, respect and
empathy for all countries and cultures across our very diverse globe whilst at the same
time, educating our children to take learning into their own hands thus making it both
relevant and differentiated.
I have very much enjoyed visiting all of the classrooms and learning areas this week and have been very im-
pressed with the creativity of our children and teachers. As always, the Global Café was a true delight - both to
the eyes and to the taste buds. My thanks go out to all parents that made this event possible. Your cooperation,
support and commitment to our learning environment is clearly evident and it was great to hear that the café
itself served not only great food but also served to bring a close community, even closer together. I also hope
that you enjoyed today’s Parade of Nations - it was a great way to round off a very memorable week. Photo-
graphs from the week can be found in this week’s newsletter.
Next week, AP1 gets back to business as usual and I would like to remind you all that our school photographer,
Mr Johnny Woo will be in school from Monday until Friday. Please ensure that all children come to school in
correct uniform, including the correct colour socks and footwear. All details can be found in the letter that was
emailed to you on Monday 12th January - please click here for further access.
I would like to remind you about the next events at AP1 so that you can begin to put them in your diary:
Wednesday 11th February (8.15am) - Headteacher’s Coffee morning, ‘Community Service’ focus.
Friday 13th February - TET assemblies.
Look out for more details of these two events coming to you via email over the next couple of weeks.
I hope that you enjoy reading through the articles on offer to you in this week’s newsletter.
Have a great weekend.

3. International Week at AP1
Incredible, amazing, fantastic, superb, phenomenal, I could write a whole list of adjectives to describe Interna-
tional Week 2015 at AP1 but it might go longer than a page. As a new member of staff, I had heard about In-
ternational Week. In fact I think I am right in saying that it was one of the first things Mr Simon mentioned,
in hushed and revered tones, to me when I first stepped off the plane in August. Little did I know why… but I
do now.
The learning that has taken place this week has
been phenomenal. I think this is the most important
thing to remember. The ‘wow factor’ that Interna-
tional week brings to AP1 cannot be denied but it
runs so much deeper than that and real learning, the
creative thinking, the collaborative opportunities,
thinking outside the box, being stretched beyond
one’s comfort zone has all been in evidence. Seeing
all the skills learned in English, IPC, Maths and Sci-
ence lessons put to work this week in a myriad of
different ways has been the real highlight for me.
Beyond the amazing displays, the creative games
and the class visits, our students have been pushed
to their limits, encouraged to reach that little bit fur-
ther and most of all they have had fun doing it!
The Global Café was probably another highlight for me
(and everyone else!). To see the Gym come to life with all
corners of the globe represented was a wonderful experi-
ence. The time, effort and genuine care that went into all
the stalls was incredible. Ably managed by our wonder-
ful PTG, the two day event was highly anticipated by all
and did not disappoint. Delicious aromas wafted out
through the doors and the Gym was jam packed. It was
so lovely to share this event with all members of our
school community as well as our community partners
that visited on Tuesday afternoon. The impromptu dance
off between the parents of the various countries was a
joy and so too was the conga line and ‘Happy Birthday to
Singapore’ by all involved demonstrated just how much
everyone enjoyed the event as much as the children. I
think you would be hard pushed to find this real commu-
nity warmth anywhere else.
The Parade of Nations on Friday was again another
wow moment. Watching the children march proudly
under their flags was very moving. There was more
than one parent wiping away a tear. The costumes
were beautiful and the whole Gym had a real energy
and buzz to it. The children that participated in the
dancing and drumming can feel extremely proud of
themselves for their amazing performances. They
looked stunning in their traditional dress. A huge
thanks to everyone involved in making this happen.
To all involved in making International week 2015 so
special, ‘thank you’. Thanks to our teachers and teaching
assistants, office staff, guards and cleaners, parents and
most of all the children. Our BIS community spirit was
definitely alive and well this week.
Ms Deirdre Grimshaw
Deputy Headteacher
Issue 18/Page 3

4. International Week
Issue 18/Page 4
Tuesday and Wednesday - Global Café and Room Visits

5. International Week
Issue 18/Page 5
Thursday - Cross Milepost Room Visits

6. International Week
Friday - National Costumes
Issue 18/Page 6

7. International Week — The Parade of Nations
Issue 18/Page 7

8. Year 1 - Fantastic Teamwork
Issue 18/Page 8
Our Year 1 children have returned to school
refreshed from their Christmas holidays and
enthusiastic about the new term. The class-
rooms have been buzzing with new displays,
role plays and focused learning on their In-
ternational Week countries. Last week’s
build up has not only deepened their
knowledge of their specific country but also
provided excellent opportunities for collabo-
rative learning. Children have worked to-
gether, in groups and as a whole class to
literally turn their rooms into their chosen
country. They have shared ideas, asked in-
teresting questions and listened to their
peers in order to solve problems linked to
country-specific tasks. This experience has
also encouraged independent thought and
some inspired additions to the learning en-
vironment. The exciting lead up to Interna-
tional Week has undoubtedly broadened
their understanding of the world we live in
and reinforced the idea that we are all glob-
al citizens. With this knowledge, they were
fully prepared to travel the world and ex-
plore the new countries hidden behind the
doors of the BIS class rooms!
Ms Gemma Hobbs
Year 1 Teacher
Exploring an Antarctic igloo On a journey through the Fijian islands

9. PTG - Global Café Committee
Issue 18/Page 9

10. PTG - Global Café Committee
Issue 18/Page 10

11. PTG - Global Café Committee
Issue 18/Page 11

12. Community Service Department - TET Collection
Issue 18/Page 12
Collection Extended until:
Friday 30th January

13. Community Service Department
Issue 18/Page 13
The AP1 collection box is situated along the Main Office corridor.
Please place all of your NEW donated toothbrushes into the box from Monday 19th January until Friday
6th February.

14. Fundinotots Programme
Issue 18/Page 14
Enrolments for Term 2 Fundinotots are now being received. For more information about our BIS Baby and
Toddler Group, please contact our Main Office. We’re looking forward to meeting you very soon.
Sarah Bonner
Fundinotots Leader

15. Issue 18/Page 15
MENU FOR F1 - F2
MENU 1 (WEEK BEGINNING 26 JANUARY)
DAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
MAIN
COURSE
CHOOSE 1
Honey Lime
Chicken, Sautéed
Potato
OR
Braised Tofu with
Pork, Rice
Cottage Pie-Beef
OR
Chicken & Vegeta-
ble Curry, Rice
Pasta with Pork
Balls
OR
Fish Teriyaki,
Rice
Roast Pork,
Mashed Potato
OR
Chicken Noodle
Soup
Fish Goujons, Potato
Wedges
OR
Minced Beef & Vegeta-
ble Stew, Rice
VEGETA-
BLES
Choy sum & Car-
rots
Chinese Cabbage
& Carrots
Spinach Long Beans &
Carrots
Morning Glory
SOUP
Spinach & Melon
Soup
Watercress Mixed Vegeta-
ble
Spinach Cabbage & Carrot
FOR VEG-
ETARIAN
ONLY
Dhal
Spinach & Melon
Soup
Vegetarian
Cottage Pie
Chinese Cabbage
& Carrots
Pasta Napoli-
tana
Chickpeas Salad
Vegetarian Noo-
dle Soup
Long Beans &
Carrots
Tofu & Vegetable
Stew, Rice
Cabbage & Carrot
Soup
MENU FOR F3 - YEAR 2
MENU 1 (WEEK BEGINNING 26 JANUARY)
DAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
MAIN COURSE
CHOOSE 1
Honey Lime
Chicken, Sau-
téed Potato
OR
Braised Tofu
with Pork, Rice
Cottage Pie-Beef
OR
Chicken & Vege-
table Curry, Rice
Pasta with Pork
Balls
OR
Fish Teriyaki, Rice
Roast Pork,
Mashed Potato
OR
Chicken Noodle
Soup
Fish Goujons,
Potato Wedges
OR
Minced Beef &
Vegetable
Stew, Rice
VEGETABLES
Choy sum &
Carrots
Chinese Cabbage
& Carrots
Spinach
Long Beans & Car-
rots
Morning Glory
SOUP
Spinach & Mel-
on
Watercress Mixed Vegetable Spinach Cabbage & Car-
rot
FOR VEGETARI-
AN ONLY
Dhal
Spinach & Mel-
on Soup
Vegetarian
Cottage Pie
Chinese Cabbage
& Carrots
Pasta Napolitana
Chickpeas Salad
Vegetarian Noo-
dle Soup
Long Bean & Car-
rot
Tofu & Vegeta-
ble Stew, Rice
Cabbage & Car-
rot Soup
DELI BAR
OPTION
Bun
filled with Ham
& cheese
Served with
Salad
Jacket Potato
filled with Baked
Beans & Bacon
Served with Salad
Bun
filled with cheese
& egg
Served with Salad
Jacket Potato
filled with Bolo-
gnese Sauce
Served with Salad
Bun
filled with
Chicken & may-
onnaise,
Served with Sal-
ad
Fresh Fruits & Salad Bar are available daily

16. Issue 18/Page 16
MENU FOR YEAR 3 - YEAR 6
MENU 1 (WEEK BEGINNING 26 JANUARY)
DAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
MAIN
COURSE
CHOOSE 1
Honey Lime Chick-
en, Sautéed Potato
OR
Braised Tofu with
Pork, Rice
Cottage Pie-Beef
OR
Chicken & Vege-
table Curry, Rice
Pasta with Pork
Balls
OR
Fish Teriyaki, Rice
Roast Pork,
Mashed Potato
OR
Chicken Noodle
Soup
Fish Goujons, Po-
tato Wedges
OR
Minced Beef &
Vegetable Stew,
Rice
VEGETABLES
Choy sum & Car-
rots
Chinese Cabbage
& Carrots
Spinach
Long Beans & Car-
rots
Morning Glory
SOUP Spinach & Melon Watercress Mixed Vegetable Spinach Cabbage & Carrot
FOR VEGE-
TARIAN ON-
LY
Dhal
Spinach & Melon
Soup
Vegetarian
Cottage Pie
Chinese Cabbage
& Carrots
Pasta Napolitana
Chickpeas Salad
Vegetarian Noo-
dle Soup
Long Beans & Car-
rots
Tofu & Vegetable
Stew, Rice
Cabbage & Carrot
Soup
DELI BAR
OPTION
Baguette/Jacket
Potato
fill with ham, chick-
en, cheese, egg,
tuna mayonnaise,
baked beans, peas
& bolognese sauce
Served with Salad
Bun/Jacket Potato
filled with ham,
chicken, cheese,
egg, tuna mayon-
naise, baked
beans, peas & bo-
lognese sauce
Served with Salad
Wrap/Jacket Pota-
to
filled with bacon,
ham, chicken, egg,
cheese, tuna may-
onnaise, baked
beans, peas & bo-
lognese sauce
Served with Salad
Bun/Jacket Potato
filled with ham,
chicken, cheese,
egg, tuna mayon-
naise, baked
beans,
peas & bolognese
sauce
Served with Salad
Baguette/Jacket
Potato
filled with ham,
chicken, cheese,
egg, tuna mayon-
naise, baked
beans, peas &
bolognese sauce
Served with Salad
Fresh Fruits & Salad Bar are available daily