January, 08 2016
Vol. 3, Ed. 19
Events
HAPPY NEW YEAR AND WELCOME BACK!
2016-17 Nursery Enrollment Information
Jan 11
Jan 12
Enrollment for the 2016-17 Nursery program will begin Wednesday, January 13,
2016 at 8:00 a.m. CIS parents considering this program for a younger sibling are
encouraged to submit applications early as seats will be filled as applications are
processed and students are accepted for enrollment. Applications can be found online on the CIS website at http://www.caymaninternationalschool.org/page.cfm?p=367 . In addition
to the application form, a completed Nursery Request form (indicating your preference of two, three or
five mornings per week) must be submitted. A child is age appropriate for the 2016-17 Nursery program if they are two years old by October 1, 2016.
If you have questions, please contact Ms. Nancy at admissions@cayintschool.ky
Jan 12
2016-17 School Calendar
The 2016-17 school calendar is currently in the process of being developed.
Hairspray Jr. DVD’s are still for sale! If you are interested in There will be an open
a copy, please fill out a form in the Admin Office and pay for session for all faculty and
it there. If you have ordered one already, and are experienc- staff to provide input on
ing difficulties playing the disc, VIP Productions has provid- the calendar on Wednesday, January 13, at 3:20
ed some information to fix the issue.
p.m. in the MPR.
If DVD’s are having issues playing on a
Parents serving on the School Advisory
computer, please copy the file to the
Committee and PTA Board will also
provide input into the calendar developcomputer's hard drive. You should
ment. If you have any thoughts you
then be able to play it from there; do
would like to share regarding the calennot play it directly from the disc. Indar, please contact Dr. Jeremy at jerestructions are also on the disc label to help you. If you are
my.moore@cayintschool.ky.
still unable to play it on a computer, download VLC player,
The school calendar is developed within
a free software . Most PC’s/laptops will play it without
the parameters established by the Caytrouble but some may require the software you to download man Islands Ministry of Education and
VLC Player.
CIS Board policy.
2015/2016 Yearbooks
Yearbooks are still available for pre-order but time is running out! Be sure to order your 2015/2016 CIS Yearbook. The link to order is available is on the
school’s website: http://www.caymaninternationalschool.org/page.cfm?p=449
Please contact Mr. Mark H (mark.hogan@cayintschool.ky) with any questions.
Cayman International School
P.O. Box 31364, Grand Cayman, KY1-1206
Phone: 345.945.4664 Fax: 345.945.4650
Email: cis@cayintschool.ky
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Review Week Until Jan 15
ES Parent Coffee, 8:15-9:15
a.m., MPR
Secondary Activity Fair,
12:00-12:30 p.m., ARC
Positive Discipline Parenting
Course, 5:30 p.m., MPR
2016/17 Nursery Application
Accepted
EC Parent Coffee, 8:15-9:15
a.m., MPR
Positive Discipline Parenting
Course, 5:30 p.m., MPR
EC Sports Day, 8:45-10:00
a.m., CIS Field
Open Library, 9:00-11:00
a.m., Library
Secondary Semester Exams
until Dec 22
ES Track Event Gr1-2, 8:0011:00 a.m., Truman Booden
2nd Quarter Ends
Public Holiday, Heroes’ Day
Click the calendar below to
view the CIS Calendar for
more upcoming events.
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CIS Community News
Art supplies– Cardboard needed
ISS Visitor– Dawn Eaton
CIS will welcome a special guest from International Schools
The Secondary Art program is in need of large pieces of
Services (ISS), Dawn Eaton, on Monday, Tuesday and
cardboard for an upcoming project. If you have scrap
Wednesday of next week. Dawn is a Senior Accountant at ISS
cardboard that you would like to donate, please drop it
and she will be working with CIS Office personnel.
by the Secondary Art room anytime. Thank you!
For CIVVIES DAY on December 18, the CIS community
raised $595 for ARK (Acts of Random Kindness). A special
thank you to all who donated and participated!
- Ms. Heather
Farmer Clarence– Produce for sale
Farmer Clarence is back! Starting next week Monday, January 11, he will be selling fresh produce on Mondays at 2:00
p.m. in the courtyard of the administration building
(between A and B blocks).
Early Childhood and Elementary Headlines
EC Parent Series Evening
Pre-ordering your child’s lunch
Want a peek at what your child’s day looks like? We invite you to join us on Wednesday, January 20 from
5:30-6:30 p.m. in the MPR to learn about the routines
and experiences your child has every day at school. For
more information and to RSVP for the evening, please
email your child’s teacher.
Elementary parents, please take the time to talk with your
child about lunch options at the school. Please select the
food and snacks that you would like your child to eat, and pre
-order food through the Mise-en-Place system. This process
ensures that your child is provided with the food items that
you would like them to have, and it also speeds up the lunch
process on a daily basis.
ES Parent Series Evening
ES Parent-Principal Coffee
Join us for a morning of conversation over coffee on Tuesday, January 12 from 8:15Do you want to learn how MINECRAFT can be used 9:15 a.m. in the MPR. The January Parent-Principal Coffee topic is, A Look at Our
to inspire creativity, encourage deep focus, foster School Lunch Program. Along with an update, we would appreciate
teamwork and help develop executive functions your feedback as we continue to make improvements in the prolike memory, planning, attention and organiza- gram. As always, there will be an opportunity to address other
tion? Do you want to know more about the infor- questions and concerns. We hope to see you there!
mation databases your child is using at school? EC Parent-Principal Coffee
Fancy a chance to use the cool green screen
Would you like to find out ways to enhance the effectiveness of
technology your child is always talking about?
“Time-Outs” with your children? Please join us at the January EC
Then join us for a fun and
interactive Parent Series
session on Wednesday,
January 20 to learn
about how we are using
information and media to
help our students learn.
Look for an Evite in your mailbox next week!
Parent-Principal Coffee this coming Wednesday, January 13, from 8:15 to 9:15 a.m.
in the MPR for a conversation about using Positive Time-Outs effectively. As always,
there will be an opportunity to address other questions and concerns. We hope to see
you there!
January Elementary Assembly Date Change
The ES Assembly scheduled for January 18, has been moved to
Wednesday, January 20, from 8:25-9:00 am.
Grade 1 students will be the main presenters at this assembly.
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Early Childhood and Elementary Headlines
Grades 1-2 CIS Track Event
Positive Discipline Parenting
Courses Begin Next Week
There is still time to register for the Positive Discipline Parenting
Courses that start next week.
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Tuesdays from 6:00-8:00 p.m.- Positive Discipline Parenting
Course
 Thursdays from 6:00-8:00 p.m.- Positive Discipline Parenting
Course for Couples
See Ms. Sylma for more details about the course and/or to register. We look forward to your participation in the program!
The CIS Track Event for grades 1-2 will take
place on Monday, January 18 from 8:00-11:00
a.m. at the Truman Bodden Sports Complex.
Students will have the opportunity to experience the running/track skills they have learned
in PE on a real track. A permission slip and
more information about the event will be sent
out early next week.
Secondary Headlines
Semester Exams
All students in grades 6-11 will take semester exams from January 20-22, and grade 12 students will take mock-IB exams January 18-22. Semester exams are associated with five core courses: English, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Spanish. The final
exam schedule is attached.
Attention Grade 7 Parents and Students
There will be an informational meeting on Wednesday, January 13, at 5:30 p.m. in the MPR to discuss the Grade 7
trip to the Central Caribbean Marine Institute (CCMI) in Little Cayman. Students will spend three days and two
nights at the CCMI research center on either March 14 to 16 or March 17 to 19. While there, students will learn
about marine ecology, endemic species in Cayman, and how to protect the coral reefs. At the parent meeting, we
will communicate more information about the trip. We will also send an informational letter about the trip next week.
Secondary Activities Fair
CIS Secondary Community
CIS will host its Secondary Activities Fair
on Tuesday, January 12, from 11:55 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the
ARC. Secondary students will have the opportunity to learn more
about activities and athletics being offered in the second semester.
Remember that you can follow Doug Murphy and receive information on
secondary events and activities on Twitter @CISBlueIguana.
Be sure to check out the school’s hashtag, #CISInspires for
school related information as well.
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Secondary Headlines
Holiday Scavenger Hunt
What better way to prepare for the holiday season than running around the school with a bunch of
peers playing games!
On Friday, December 18, the Middle School Leadership organized a Holiday Scavenger Hunt for all
middle school students. Events ranged from holiday Pictionary and trivia, to Candy Cane Limbo,
and a snowball fight (dodge ball). Teams were required to run around from station to station completing as many tasks as possible in the designated 25
minutes. Students decorated their own ornaments and
cookies, accessorized themselves for a festive photo, and
played musical chairs.
Overall, the level of enthusiasm was very high and students enjoyed the competition. Congratulations
to the group of girls from Mr. John’s grade 8 class who won the scavenger hunt. Thank you to the
teachers for running the stations and to MS Leadership for spreading holiday cheer and school spirit
during a busy time of year!
Middle School Counseling Corner
EXAMS… EXAMS… EXAMS…
For many of our Middle School students, the mention of EXAMS raises anxiety levels and increases stress. You may see some of the effects of
this additional stress at home. This time of year can be difficult not only for kids, but for parents! You may remember
your personal experiences of exams, or worry that your child is not studying enough or “the right way”. Your anxiety will
most often add to your child’s stress. Remember you are playing the role of a LIFEGUARD in your child’s education. In
Middle School, you are no longer swimming in the pool next to them, but rather on the side of the pool monitoring them,
available to assist as needed.
Here are a few tips to help you and your child through the next few weeks!
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Review the exam schedule with your child and put the dates of exams on the family calendar.
Assist your child in organizing their “study space”
Ask your child questions, rather than telling them what to do. Share your experiences of exams, including study strategies that worked for
you, recognizing that your child’s learning style may be very different.
Ensure that your child has enough sleep and is eating healthy.
Prevent overscheduling during the next few weeks. Talk to your child about perhaps cutting back on extracurricular activities if they are
feeling overwhelmed.
Encourage your child to take breaks from their studying - Vitamin D is important for a healthy brain!
Assist them in scheduling “study time” free from distractions (brothers, sisters, electronics)
Plan something fun for the weekend following exams. Research has shown that students who have something to look forward to, following intense studying/exams, perform better!
Encourage your child to come and see me if they are experiencing excessive stress or anxiety. I’m here to help!
Miss Kim, Middle School Counselor
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Seen On Campus
If your child has an
achievement or experience you would like
to share in the Weekly Current, please
email
cis@cayintschool.ky
CIS Mission Statement: Our students achieve academic and personal
excellence and prepare for higher education within an international
environment that inspires learning, character and service.
Final Exam Schedule 2015-2016 - Semester One
Monday - January 18
8:00-8:10
Wednesday - January 20
Homeroom
8:00-10:05
10:05-10:15
10:15-12:20
12:20-12:55
IB Final Exam Schedule
12 - IB English-Part I (Stephen)
Break
12 - IB English-Part II (Stephen)
Lunch
12:55-1:25
Period 5 - Arrive Late
10:10-11:00
11:05-11:55
Class Changes - Study Hall
Period 3 - IB English 11 (Stephen) to Max
Period 4 - English 8 (Stephen) to Sarah D.
8:00-8:50
D10
8:20-9:55
9:55-10:10
10:10-11:45
D10
8:00-8:50
11:10-11:55
8:55-10:55
F4
D1
Regular Day Schedule Grades 6-11
Tuesday - January 19
8:00-8:10
8:10-9:45
9:45-9:55
9:55-11:30
Homeroom
IB Final Exam Schedule
12 - IB Geography-Part I (Sarah D.)
Break
12 - IB Geography-Part II (Sarah D.)
D1
10:55-11:05
11:10-11:55
11:55-12:30
12:35-1:10
D1
1:15-3:15
11:30-11:55
Lunch - IB Grade 12
11:55-1:30
1:30-1:40
1:40-3:15
12 - IB Spanish-Part I (John W.)
Break
12 - IB Spanish-Part II (John W.)
10:10-11:00
12:30-1:25
Class Changes - Study Hall
Period 3 - IB Geography 11 (Sarah D.) to John L.
Period 5 - Spanish I (9) to Brad
Regular Day Schedule Grades 6-11
F2
F2
F1
Lab2
Period 1
IB Final Exam Schedule
12 - IB Chemistry-Part I (Brad)
Break
12 - IB Chemistry-Part II (Brad)
Class Changes - Study Hall
Period 1 - IB Chemistry 11 (Brad) to Sarah D.
Period 4 - Chemistry 10 (Brad) to Sarah D.
Final Exams - Grades 6-11
6 - Medieval History (Colin)
6 - Medieval History (Jodi - Proctor)
7 - English (Sarah P.)
7 - English (Stephanie - Proctor)
8 - English (Stephen)
8 - English (Mark - Proctor)
9 - Biology (Dhara - Both Classes)
10 -Algebra II (Max)
10 - Geometry (Jessica)
11 - IB History 11 (Sarah D.)
11 - IB Geography (James - Proctor)
Break
Period 4
Lunch
Period 5
Final Exam Schedule
6 - Math (John L.)
6 - Math (Max - Proctor)
7 - Spanish (Stepahnie)
7 - Spanish (Amy)
8 - Modern History (Jodi)
8 - Modern History (Colin - Proctor)
9 - US/Global Issues (James - Both Classes)
10 - Chemistry (Brad)
10 - Chemistry (Dhara - Proctor)
11 - IB Spanish (John)
11 - Spanish III (Jessica - Proctor)
11 - Students w/out Spanish (Stephen) Study Hall
12 - Study Hall (Stephen)
Lab2
Lab2
D1
D1
D3
D4
D8
D7
D10
D9
Lab1
F4
D6
D1
F3
F1
F4
D7
A6
D4
D3
F3
Lab2
Lab1
F2
D6
D10
D10
Final Exam Schedule 2015-2016 - Semester One
Thursday - January 21
8:00-8:50
8:05-9:40
9:40-9:55
9:55-11:55
8:55-10:55
10:55-11:05
11:10-11:55
11:55-12:30
12:35-1:10
1:15-3:15
Friday - January 22
Period 2
IB Final Exam Schedule
12 - IB Biology-Part I (Dhara)
Break
12 - IB Biology-Part II (Dhara)
Final Exams - Grades 6-11
6 - Science (Mariska)
6 - Science (Brad - Proctor)
7 - Math (Jessica)
7 - Math (Max - Proctor)
8 - Spanish I (John)
8 - Spanish I (Stephanie)
9 - English (Mark - Both Classes)
10 - Economics/Politics (James)
10 - Economics/Politics (Heather - Proctor)
11 - IB English (Stephen)
11 - IB English (Sarah D. - Proctor)
Break
Period 3
Lunch
Period 6
Class Changes - Study Hall
Period 6 - Water Fitness (Stephanie) to Mark
Period 6 - Choir (Anne) to Sarah D.
Final Exam Schedule
6 - Spanish (Emiley)
6 - Spanish (Sarah P. - Proctor)
7 - Science (Mariska)
7 - Science (Sarah D. - Proctor)
8 - Science (Dhara)
8 - Science (Brad)
9 - Algebra I (James - Proctor)
9 - Geometry (Jessica)
10 - Spanish II (Stephanie)
10 - Spanish III (John)
11 - IB Math Studies (John L.)
11 - IB Math SL (Max)
12 - Study Hall (Jodi)
8:00-8:50
Lab1
8:20-9:55
Lab1
9:55-10:10
10:10-11:45
D2
Lab2
D6
F4
F2
D7
D9
F3
Art
D10
D1
D9
D1
A7
D8
D2
D1
Lab1
Lab2
F3
D6
D7
F2
F1
F4
D4
8:00-8:50
8:55-10:55
10:55-11:05
11:10-11:55
11:55-12:30
12:35-2:35
12:35-1:25
2:25-3:15
12:35-1:25
1:30-2:20
2:25-3:15
Period 1
IB Final Exam Schedule
12 - IB Math Studies-Part I (John L.)
12 - IB Math SL (Max)
Break
12 - IB Math Studies-Part II (John L.)
12 - IB Math SL (Max)
Class Changes - Study Hall
Period1 - Algebra II (Max) to Dhara
Final Exams - Grades 6-11
6 - English (Sarah P.)
6 - English (Mariska - Proctor)
7 - Medieval History (Colin)
7 - Medieval History (Jodi)
8 - Algebra I (James - Proctor)
8 - Algebra I (Jessica)
8 - Pre-Algebra (Sarah D. - Proctor)
9 - Spanish I (John)
9 - Spanish II (Stephanie)
10 -English (Mark)
10 - English (Stephen - Proctor)
11 - IB Chemistry (Brad)
11 - IB Biology (Dhara) - Study Hall
Break
Period 4
Class Changes
Period 4 - IB Math Studies 11 (John L.) to Sarah D.
Lunch
Final Exam
11 - IB Biology (Dhara)
11 - IB Music (Joe)
Class Changes - Study Hall/Coverage
Period 5 (Joe - Grade 8 ) - Max Cover
Period 7 (Joe - Adv. Band) - Martha Cover
Regular Schedule
Period 5
Period 6
Period 7
F1
F4
F1
F4
Lab1
D8
D2
D3
D4
F3
D6
D1
F2
D7
D9
D10
Lab2
Lab1
D1
Lab1
Library
Music
Music