English International School Newsletter of the 24th February 2025

Dear Parents,

We are now well into our second term at school, and the month of March is just a few steps ahead. Beginning at the end of this week, we have some special days to acknowledge and celebrate. Teachers continually promote awareness of global issues in classes and talk about relevant cultural festivals. Looking ahead to what is coming up, we acknowledge the following:

Ramadan begins on the eve of 28th February

Shrove Tuesday / Pancake Day / Mardi Gras on 4th March

International Women’s Day on 8th March – the 2025 theme is Accelerate Action

Holi on 14th March

World Water Day on 22nd March – the 2025 theme is Glacier Preservation

Model International Court of Justice

After holding four editions of the E.I.S. Model United Nations (MUN) Summit, upper school students decided this year to hold a Model International Court of Justice (MICJ). This event took place on Friday, 21st February at the Hotel Casa Cielo, and was a success. Through this simulation, Years 10-13 students had the opportunity to practice applying international law to real-world disputes, as well as deepen their understanding of global affairs through research, writing and collaboration.

Please note the following dates and information :

International Day – Friday, 28th February

More information on this internal event will be forthcoming from Class Teachers, as it pertains to their particular levels.

Mock Exams for Cambridge Checkpoints – Monday, 10th March

The externally moderated examinations for Year 6 and Year 9 will be held during the week of 14th April.=

Child Progress Conferences – Week of 17th March

Teachers will set appointment times closer to the date.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Yours sincerely,

Rebecca Khelseau-Carsky

Head teacher