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Wow, what a week! Our 5th graders had a blast on their UNICEF field trip 🚌! Meanwhile, our 6th graders are hard at work on their innovative design 🍥 prototypes. And our talented High Schoolers are creating stunning art 🎨pieces. As we gear up for Festive Eve 🎶 , everyone's been practicing hard! Only 3 more weeks to go! A huge thank you 👏 to our PTA for the successful snack shop! And a special thanks to Chef Randi 👩‍🍳 for hosting our first community baking 🍪 class! Coffee ☕ with the Counselor Come and meet Lara Subeh the new SEL counselor. Sign up here! Continuing Gratitude Month:🙏 Activity for the week: Gratitude Conversation Starters It’s not always easy to dive into personally meaningful conversations. That’s why conversation starters are…

The Bonfire 🔥 night was a fantastic event. The PTA did an incredible job organizing all. We especially appreciated the moms cooking in the kitchen, the parking detail, the Crane Club babysitting, the teachers helping with set-up and clean-up, Mr. Barker for keeping the tradition alive and building the fire! The students' enthusiasm made the evening truly special. It was loved ❤️ by ALL! Bus riders:🚌 Please email buschange@hiroshima-is.ac.jp when NOT riding the bus by noon each day. Let's be considerate of others. Please aim to be on the bus by 3:20 each day. Waiting for latecomers holds up everyone. Parent Coffees ☕ Grades 3-5 Parent Coffee on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024 8:50-9:30am, Please lookout for the details from the teachers. Don't miss our next School Wide Parent Coffee on…

What an amazing full week back! A huge thank you to the PTA for organizing such an outstanding Halloween 🎃👻 event! It was a blast for everyone! The Secondary students wowed us with their incredible performances, while the Primary students danced the afternoon away. We're so grateful for the strong sense of community at our school! Bus riders:🚌 Please email buschange@hiroshima-is.ac.jp when NOT riding the bus by noon each day. Let's be considerate of others. Please aim to be on the bus by noon each day. Waiting for latecomers holds up everyone. Parent Coffee ☕ Don't miss our next Parent Coffee on Friday, November 22nd! Learn valuable strategies from the SEL Counselor to support your child's well-being. Do you eat dinner 🍱 as a family? ROSE BUD THORN is a…

What an incredible week at HIS! Our 5th graders captivated us with an amazing assembly on Ancient Life. It was truly inspiring! Our ECKG and Grade 1/2 parents enjoyed a wonderful coffee morning, thanks to the efforts of Ms. K and Mayaso-sensei. A special shout-out to our Secondary students who successfully conquered camp without their phones! (Well, mostly!) They cooked, cleaned, set up tents, hiked, played games, and even conquered the Forest Adventure! It was a fantastic experience for everyone involved. We couldn't have done it without the dedication of our Secondary Teachers. Thank you to the PTA for boiling eggs and providing extra snacks. It's amazing to be part of such a supportive community at HIS! We are saddened that Ms. Shefali is leaving HIS to take on the…

Happy PTSC! We appreciate you joining us for our conference. Collaboration between school and home is crucial for students’ success. Our secondary students are eagerly anticipating the upcoming camp trip! Don’t forget to pack your tents and hiking gear. Our boys and girls volleyball teams are competing in a tournament this weekend. Good luck, athletes! A big thank you to Masayo sensei and Mr. B for their dedication. Halloween festivities are approaching! Do you have your costume ready? 👻 Reading Matters Did you know…? 👇🏼 Children who read 20 minutes a day/5 days a week are exposed to 1.8 million words in one school year. Compare this to students who read 5 minutes per day – they will be exposed to 282,000 words per school year. Reading helps foster empathy…

Happy October, everyone! Enjoy the pleasant weather while it lasts. We want to thank all the parents who attended our recent MYP parent coffee. Your participation was greatly appreciated. Students' art works on display at Kurakake Community Center If you have time, be sure to check out the student art exhibition at Kurakake Community Center. This small but impressive show features artwork and exhibition products from last year's G5 class, as well as works from G7, 8, 9, and 10. The exhibition will be open until October 31st. Upcoming Events: Parent-Teacher-Student Conferences: These conferences will be held on Friday, October 11th (dismissal 12:30pm)and Monday, October 14th (no classes). Please note that the back gate will be open for parking during these times. Secondary Camp: The highly anticipated Secondary Camp is…

What an incredible week at HIS! Our educational experiences continue to surpass expectations. We hosted several busy parent coffees, providing valuable insights into the IB program and maximizing your child's learning. The attendance was outstanding, reinforcing the importance of our home-school partnership. Next Friday, we look forward to our MYP morning. After School Clubs Update Are you ready for October 3rd? First day of After School clubs! Did you sign up??  School Drop-Off is going well!  If you'd like your child to be dropped off at the front gate, Ms. Kristen and Ms. Shefali will greet them and escort them inside for all grade levels. If you prefer to park and walk your child inside, please be considerate when parking in front of nearby homes. For safety reasons, we cannot…

We've had a fantastic, scorching week! Our boys and girls volleyball teams have had some impressive wins and are gearing up for more matches. Our DP students have successfully submitted their Extended Essays, the culmination of a year's worth of hard work and 4000 words! Amazing job! Our MYP students have been busy getting organized with their new student planners. Be sure to ask them to show you their work! Our Student Council members deserve a big shout out for their amazing work selling shaved ice! They've definitely strengthened their arms from all that shaving! And the best part? They sold out! Join us for our first Parent Coffee Chats of the year! At HIS, we believe in fostering strong partnerships between parents, students, and the community. By working together,…

Can you believe we've already completed three weeks of school? Our students are adjusting seamlessly to their new routines and learning valuable study skills. Thank you for attending Parent Night last week. Please take a moment to complete the survey. TODDLE- Please ensure you are familiar with Toddle and ready to use it for all communications with the school. If your child is absent, please notify us using the Toddle app. 🏐 We wish our Boys Volleyball Team good luck at their tournament at FIS this weekend! The Girls Volleyball Team will have their first practice match on September 18th at HIS vs MC Perry after school. School Drop-Off: If you'd like your child to be dropped off at the front gate, Ms. Kristen and Ms. Shefali will greet them…

Dear HIS Community, Parent Night was a resounding success! The HIS staff's presentations were informative and engaging, and parents appreciated the opportunity to discuss their children's progress with their teachers. We're excited for a fantastic year ahead! CIS has concluded their preparatory visit. The accreditation team was impressed by our community and its commitment to excellence. We extend our sincere gratitude to everyone who contributed to the successful visit. Toddle- please make sure everyone has connected with Toddle, the Crane will move to the Toddle platform next week. Here is the powerpoint on how to use Toddle.  Good luck to our Volleyball Teams in the coming days as they prepare for a series of important games! Be on the lookout for new drop off and pick up regulations in the…