{"id":23687,"date":"2024-02-29T18:11:46","date_gmt":"2024-02-29T10:11:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/from-the-head-of-secondary-24-02-2024-copy-copy\/"},"modified":"2024-03-02T06:09:17","modified_gmt":"2024-03-01T22:09:17","slug":"from-the-head-of-secondary-02-03-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/from-the-head-of-secondary-02-03-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"From the Head of Secondary 02.03.2024"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Monday: Hail the Vipers! <\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>We were delighted to welcome our U13 FOBISIA team back into school on Monday. This was a joyously chaotic celebration in the Hall, with background music supplied by Queen\u2019s \u2018We are the Champions\u2019 [what else could it have been??]. The loud cheers from Secondary students and staff literally \u2018burned\u2019 our eardrums and there was a genuinely warm feeling of support and camaraderie. Ms Watt and Mr Gipson each made a short speech emphasizing how impressive this team had been.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-23761 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/DSC08899-scaled-e1709330919699-1024x978.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"766\" height=\"732\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/DSC08899-scaled-e1709330919699-1024x978.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/DSC08899-scaled-e1709330919699-300x286.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/DSC08899-scaled-e1709330919699-768x733.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/DSC08899-scaled-e1709330919699-255x243.jpg 255w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/DSC08899-scaled-e1709330919699.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 766px) 100vw, 766px\" 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class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/from-the-head-of-secondary-02-03-2024\/dsc08912\/'><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/DSC08912-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/DSC08912-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/DSC08912-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/DSC08912-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/DSC08912-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/DSC08912-scaled.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/DSC08912-255x170.jpg 255w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl><br style=\"clear: both\" \/>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<p>I later heard from Ms Beresford that there was no doubt at all in her mind, from what she observed last week, that the KIS team conducted themselves to the highest of standards, not just when they were competing, but between those times, when they were waiting for events to start, or back at the accommodation, or when travelling. \u00a0Her perception was that our students, your children, superseded all of the other teams in this respect, and that was wonderful to hear. We have every reason to be very proud of them!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][vc_video link=&#8221;https:\/\/youtu.be\/SvQhflNrJME&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Tuesday: Year 11 and A Level Option Choices<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Tuesday afternoon saw our Year 11 students conversing with Heads of Departments and subject teachers about the A Levels that we offer in our Sixth Form to Years 12 and 13. This was the final such session of a series designed to ensure that the students have all the information that they need to make sensible and personalized decisions about the next stage of their secondary education. Moving forward, they will be making initial choices and these will be organized into \u2018option blocks\u2019 designed to give as many students as possible their favoured choices. Once we have final decisions we can make sure that the information is added to the school timetable for 2024 \u2013 2025, with teachers allocated to classes.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Wednesday: Coffee Morning \u2018Supporting Your Child Through Difficulty\u2019<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-23691\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/20240228_081233-1024x577.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"900\" height=\"507\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/20240228_081233-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/20240228_081233-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/20240228_081233-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/20240228_081233-1536x865.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/20240228_081233-2048x1153.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/20240228_081233-255x144.jpg 255w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It was wonderful to see so many parents come to the multi-purpose room to attend the latest in our series of Safeguarding and Child Protection coffee mornings. This session was led by Datin Siti, our school counsellor, who led the group through a serious of typical scenarios which parents might have to manage at home when their child is struggling. Whilst the subject matter was serious by nature, there were moments of humour, in particular when Mr Beresford role-played a recalcitrant teenager, and Ms Siti played his mother, showing first of all how NOT to manage the sulky teenager, followed by HOW TO do it. None of us knew that Mr Beresford had such finely tuned dramatic talents and I think I speak for the group when I say that we\u2019re looking forward to seeing him perform again.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23695\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/For-Newletter-01.03.2024.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/For-Newletter-01.03.2024.png 960w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/For-Newletter-01.03.2024-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/For-Newletter-01.03.2024-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/For-Newletter-01.03.2024-255x143.png 255w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>There were some clear messages that emerged from the presentation and the discussions which followed. First of all, it is inevitable that children will go through difficult times, it is part of growing up, and that the people they will turn to for help are their parents. Parenting is a very difficult job, and nothing really prepares you for it, particularly the first time around. Really listening to the child is crucial. It can\u2019t be rushed and time has to be created so that it can happen properly. Encouraging the child to explain and give some detail about what is upsetting them, keeping a calm and supportive demeanour, is essential. As one parent pointed out, this is when a hug comes in handy, and we all agreed with that wholeheartedly. Ms Siti explained the lines of communication in school, how we work as a Safeguarding Team to support children and parents. We hope that parents left the coffee morning with at least this take-away: \u2018Ask for Help\u2019.\u00a0 We need to work together, parents and school, to build the most efficient support network for the children as they navigate their way through difficult situations.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-23690\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/20240228_080200-1024x577.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"900\" height=\"507\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/20240228_080200-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/20240228_080200-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/20240228_080200-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/20240228_080200-1536x865.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/20240228_080200-2048x1153.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/20240228_080200-255x144.jpg 255w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-23692\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/20240228_081240-1024x577.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"900\" height=\"507\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/20240228_081240-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/20240228_081240-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/20240228_081240-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/20240228_081240-1536x865.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/20240228_081240-2048x1153.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/20240228_081240-255x144.jpg 255w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Many thanks to all who attended. We will continue to run these coffee morning and we are always open to suggestions for topics that we can cover. Just email any one of us with your suggestions:<\/p>\n<p>Roberta Young, Designated Safeguarding Lead <a href=\"mailto:ryoung@kis.edu.my\">ryoung@kis.edu.my<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Siti Naim, School Counsellor <a href=\"mailto:snaim@kis.edu.my\">snaim@kis.edu.my<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Margaret Renshaw, Head of Secondary <a href=\"mailto:margaretrenshaw@kis.edu.my\">margaretrenshaw@kis.edu.my<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Mark Beresford, Head of Primary <a href=\"mailto:mberesford@kis.edu.my\">mberesford@kis.edu.my<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Ellis Denyer, PE Teacher <a href=\"mailto:edenyer@kis.edu.my\">edenyer@kis.edu.my<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Next week I will report back on an important topic which was discussed at the Secondary Meeting this week, the use of artificial intelligence in school. As part of the review into our AI policy, Mr Ghanbari, Chair of the original AI Working Party, conducted some research into how students and staff were using it, and there were some very interesting findings.\u00a0 One of the main ones is that our students take a very sensible and measured approach to AI.<\/p>\n<p>More on that next week!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Have a lovely weekend!<\/p>\n<p>Mrs Margaret Renshaw<\/p>\n<p><strong>Deputy Principal \/ Head of Secondary<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator border_width=&#8221;2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-23697\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IGCSE-Recital-2024-Instagram-Post-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"900\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IGCSE-Recital-2024-Instagram-Post-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IGCSE-Recital-2024-Instagram-Post-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IGCSE-Recital-2024-Instagram-Post-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IGCSE-Recital-2024-Instagram-Post-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IGCSE-Recital-2024-Instagram-Post-50x50.png 50w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IGCSE-Recital-2024-Instagram-Post-80x80.png 80w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IGCSE-Recital-2024-Instagram-Post-263x263.png 263w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IGCSE-Recital-2024-Instagram-Post-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IGCSE-Recital-2024-Instagram-Post-526x526.png 526w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IGCSE-Recital-2024-Instagram-Post-255x255.png 255w, https:\/\/www.kis.edu.my\/kisnewsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IGCSE-Recital-2024-Instagram-Post.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The KIS Secondary Music Department would like to invite you to attend our IGCSE Music Recital. This concert will showcase the Cambridge performance portfolios from our Year 11 IGCSE Musicians, and performance progress of our Year 10 Musicians.\u00a0\u00a0The recital is on Friday, March 8th at 7:00pm and will be held in the Kinabalu International School Music Room. \u00a0Due to the limited seating we ask that you only reserve tickets for the exact number of people that will attend.\u00a0We would be honoured\u00a0if you can share in this celebration with us.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Please reserve a ticket by emailing Ms. Tretter:\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"mailto:ktretter@kis.edu.my\"><strong>ktretter@kis.edu.my<\/strong><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator border_width=&#8221;2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Duke of Edinburgh Update<\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>This week&#8217;s Bronze Duke of Edinburgh groups put their cooking skills to the test, during their weekly ECA. Our three Year 9 groups have been covering the basic elements of their Duke of Edinburgh award over the past 6 weeks; from learning how to pitch a tent, understanding what their expedition kit list might look like; to getting themselves\u00a0set up on the online system to track and log their activities to contribute to their participation in Service, Physical and Skill elements for their qualification &#8211; all of which the students are responsible for committing to, each week over the next 10 months.<\/p>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>So far the groups are proving themselves\u00a0in their teamwork, communication and organisational skills. With route planning and more navigational sessions coming up, we&#8217;re excited to see how they continue to progress and enjoy getting closer to completing their Duke of Edinburgh Award!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Monday: Hail the Vipers! We were delighted to welcome our U13 FOBISIA team back into school on Monday. This was a joyously chaotic celebration in the Hall, with background music supplied by Queen\u2019s \u2018We are the Champions\u2019 [what else could it have been??]. 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