What an amazing week we’ve had at school! 🎉
Our Art and Music Exhibition was a wonderful celebration of student creativity and talent. The performances were inspiring, and the artwork showcased the incredible skills our students have been developing. A huge thank you to everyone who came out to support!
International Month is in full swing, and the excitement is building each day. The classroom doors are beautifully decorated, reflecting the diverse countries each class is exploring. Be sure to ask your child about the country their class is representing—you’ll be amazed at what they’ve learned!
This week, classrooms across the school have been buzzing with meaningful learning. In mathematics, students have been investigating circles—measuring, identifying patterns, and considering their role in the world around us. Meanwhile, in literacy, students are refining their letter-writing skills, focusing on clarity, purpose, and audience to communicate effectively. These experiences reinforce essential skills while helping students make connections beyond the classroom.
Outside, the playground has been just as active, not only with games but with important social interactions. It is great to see students working together, including others in play, and forming new friendships. Learning how to navigate social situations, collaborate, and resolve conflicts are essential skills that contribute to a strong and supportive school community.
As we continue through the year, it is encouraging to see both academic and social growth happening side by side, creating a well-rounded learning environment for all.
Thank you for your continued support and enthusiasm. Have a great weekend!
Call for Resource Speakers for Grade 5 PYP Exhibition
Dear HIS Community,
Our Grade 5 students are beginning their PYP Exhibition projects and are eager to deepen their understanding by interviewing experts in various fields. The topics they are exploring include:
- Racism
- Mental Health
- Smoking and Alcohol
- Endangered Animals
- Microplastics
- Shelter Animals
- Cat Diseases
- Food Loss and Food Waste
- Global Warming
If you or someone you know has expertise in any of these areas and would be willing to serve as a resource speaker, please contact me at tcercado@hiroshima-is.ac.jp. Your insights would greatly enrich our students’ learning experiences.
Thank you for your support!
Best regards,
Ms, Tresia & the G5 Team
TOKX
Dear parents, teachers, and fellow students,
We are pleased to invite you to the annual Theory of Knowledge exhibition where we will be showcasing the learning we did this year regarding how knowledge shapes the world around us, and how it shapes us.
It will be on the 8th of April, during the following times:
- 14:00-14:40 for grades 5,6,7
- 14:40-15:20 for grades 8,9,10
- 17:00-18:00 for parents and families
- TOKX 2025
Kanken Kanji Aptitude Test
HIS Japanese department will be holding “Kanken”, the Japan Kanji Aptitude Testing, at school on Friday, June 13th during the periods 1 and 2 as an optional activity.
Please review The “Kanken” brochure that was handed out to your child this week. To apply for the exam, please fill out and submit the Kanji Kentei application form by Monday, April 7, 2025. This form is in Japanese. If you encounter any difficulties in completing the form in Japanese, please feel free to contact us separately.
Please enclose the exam fee in an envelope, write the name of the child taking the exam on it, and submit it to the office between Monday, April 14, and Friday, April 18, 2025.
If you have any questions, please send an email to your child’s Japanese teacher.
*Please note that our PYP/MYP/DP curriculum will not be altered for the Kanken test, and that parents are responsible for the examination fee and any textbooks needed for the exam preparation.
Japanese department
保護者の皆様へ、
保護者の皆さまには、日頃より当校の日本語教育にご理解とご協力を頂き、感謝申し上げます。
HIS日本語科では、生徒の漢字スキルの向上を目標として、2025年6月13日(金）1、2時間目にHISを受験会場とした、任意の「漢字検定」団体受検を実施します。今週お子様に配布いたしましたパンフレットをご参考頂き、お子様の受検を希望されるかご検討下さい。
もし受検をご希望される場合は、2025年4月7日（月)までに漢字検定申込フォームへお申し込みください。
また2025年4月14日（月）～18日（金）までの間に受験料を封筒に入れて、受検を希望されるお子様の名前を封筒に書いたものをオフィスまでお持ち下さい。封筒はお申し込みされた方に別途お渡しします。
ご質問等がある場合は各担当教員までメールでお知らせ下さい。
注）「漢字検定」のためにPYP/MYP/DPのカリキュラムを変更することはないこと、受験料は別途かかること、漢字検定学習用のテキストは必要に応じて各ご家庭でご用意して頂く必要があることをご了承下さい。
日本語科一同
Counselor’s Corner Update! 🌟
As we wrap up this month’s focus on Stress Management, it’s been wonderful to see students across the school exploring healthy ways to cope with everyday challenges. From five senses grounding and guided breathing in PYP to reframing thoughts, journaling, and engaging in meaningful activities in MYP, our students are building important tools to support their emotional well-being.
As we transition into next month’s SEL theme, we’ll be turning our attention to Self-Motivation—what it means to stay curious, set personal goals, and persevere through challenges. This is a great time to reflect with your child on what motivates them, what they’re passionate about, and how they can take ownership of their learning and personal growth.
Grade 8/9 Parents – You’re invited to our next Parent Coffee Morning on March 31st! I have already sent an email with the form but please sign up below if you have not done so already.
The theme will be: “Understanding the emotional and social world of Grade 8 & 9 students to support healthy development and learning.”
Thank you for your continued support, and let’s keep the SEL conversations going at home as we move into another meaningful month! 💛✨
Save the Date:📅
- April 8, 2025- TOKX
- April 11, 2025- International Day Assembly
- April 12, 2025- International Day
- April 26- May 6, 2025- Golden Week
- April 26-May 18- 12th grade DP exams
- May 8-12- ISA testing for grades 3,5,7,9- details coming soon
- May 23, 2025- Sports Day
- June 1, 2025- 12th grade- Graduation
- June 9-12- Assessment week for grades 6-11
- June 21, 2025 – Last Day of School – 1:00pm dismissal
- Parent Coffees Coming up! ☕
- March 31, 2025: Grade 8 & 9- Managing social & academic pressures
- April 11, 2025: Grade 3 & 4- Emotion regulation & open communication
- April 21, 2025: Grade 10 & 11- College preparation
- May 15, 2025- 5-6 transition to MYP
- May 16, 2025: Grade 12- getting ready for Adulting………
- May 22, 2025: Grade 10 – CAS/TOK, EE
- June 4, 2025: KG to 1st grade transition
- June 17, 2025- Summer reading/math work
PTA Wolfpack
Hello HIS Parents,
We are now only two weeks out from the International Festival! The school is already buzzing with hardworking volunteers. It’s also looking so festive with all of the wonderful doors decorated by the students.
We enjoyed getting to see everyone’s wonderful displays. Congratulations to Grades 5, 8, and 12 for their winning designs!
We are in desperate need of volunteers on the mornings of Friday, April 11 and Monday, April 14 to assist with loading and unloading both at the school and the receiving location. If you are available to help, please sign up through the link (see Toddle Crane) this weekend so that we can be sure we have enough help.
Thank you in advance!
Meal tickets and Raffle tickets are still available for preorder until the end of next week, Friday April 4. If you would like to preorder, this is the week!
Preorder tickets will be distributed on Monday, April 7. When preordering, please keep in mind that most food this year will cost 5-6 tickets.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeoVq9tqiDK6ZNQLsrygScLo_D-spnQ54IJsjToJIIJiHM38g/viewformT
Thank you for your continued support as we work together to showcase our amazing school!
The PTA Wolfpack
Photo Album
Follow the link to view The Crane photos.
https://photos.app.goo.gl/JzmV952Ne5rmqfBB7
