From the Elementary Principal’s Desk
We are heading into our 3rd week of school and routines and schedules are slowly coming into place. At the start of each year time is always set aside for getting to know the students, the new classes, and figuring out what school will look like for the coming year. One of the tools that teachers use to get to know the students is through MAP testing. MAP stands for Measures
of Academic Progress. BAIS administers the MAP tests twice a year; once in early September and once in April. The purpose of the test is to identify where each student’s ability is within the subjects of mathematics, reading, and language usage. Results from the MAP tests are used to create learning goals and to help tailor the teaching in the classroom to fit the student’s individual needs.
Over the next 2 week, we will enter the season of MAP testing. Next week in the elementary, the students will take a practice MAP test on Scootpad to familiarize themselves with the testing process and with the types of questions asked on MAP. They will also spend some time in Principal Time discussing the purpose for MAP and how it will be used in the classroom during the year. Then the week of Sept. 3rd‐10th, the official MAP test will be administered to all the students K‐12. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, are set aside for the elementary students to take their MAP test, and Tuesday, Thursday, and the following Monday are assigned to secondary for testing. A more detailed MAP schedule with the date, times, and subjects for each test will be included in next week’s BAIS Buzz.
In order for the test to get an accurate reading on the students’ abilities, it will be important for everyone to get a good night’s rest. For optimum health, teenagers need at least 9 hours of sleep in order to be fully rested. Elementary students need between 8‐10 hours to perform optimally. Students should eat a healthy, balanced breakfast before coming to school on the day of testing. MAP test results and goal sheets will eventually be sent home to the parents around the middle of September.
If you have any questions about the MAP test please do not hesitate to talk to Mr. Thomas or myself. We look forward to using this tool as a way to strengthen the learning process for the students this year.
Mrs. Charity Sianturi
Elementary Principal
School Portrait Day
Friday, August 31st
Students please wear a nice school outfit ‐ not your PE uniform.
Drama Auditions are on Wednesday, 29 August, from 4 to 6pm.
Please remember to bring you parent signed permission slips
Why we do what we do?
LATE STARTS
Believe it or not, teachers learn best in the mornings too! That is why every other Wednesday, BAIS students begin school 75 minutes later than usual, starting school at 9:00am instead of 7:45, enabling the professional development of our staff. This valuable time built into the schedule allows teachers to continue learning the art and science of education, modeling the idea of being a lifelong learner. Teachers are able to keep current with technology, teaching strategies, and classroom management techniques. Next Wednesday, August 29th is our first Late Start schedule for the year. We as a staff look forward to growing and learning in the area of effective assessments this
year.
Thank you BAIS community for allowing our teachers to remain current and sharp in their profession. The Late Start program is a great benefit to our teachers, thus strengthening the overall BAIS program.
University Visit
On Wednesday, September 5 during 6th period (12:21‐12:57), a representative from Asbury University, a Christian university in Kentucky, USA, will give a presentation in the second floor computer lab (211). Students, as well as parents, are welcome to attend. They will also have a table set up in the lobby until 3:30.
Music Department News
Join The BAIS Parents Choir
The BAIS Music Department is looking for choir members. If you are BAIS parents who love to sing and meet new friends, please contact Mrs. Sang Hee Park at psh‐nirs@hanmail.net or call 0821‐1717‐1897. It doesn’t matter if you are a beginner. Anybody can join. We’d be delighted to see you there.
2018 Christmas Performance
Dress Code Color: White
Boys: a white Top and white knee‐length shorts or pants
Girls: a white dress or white top & bottom (white skirt / long pants or knee‐length shorts)
- If you are unable to find white pants for Boys in Indonesia, please prepare black pants for boys
- Please follow the white dress code for girls
Korean Moms Prayer Meeting
We invite all Korean moms to come and pray
Day: Every Thursday
Time: 09.30 am
Place: BAIS Conference Room
Athletics & Club News
IISSAC Soccer
- Staff/Parent Game Friday, Aug. 31.
Girls start at 3:45; Boys follow. - Parents, BAIS staff, all community members interested in
joining the Staff/Parent Game Aug. 31 should contact the
Mr. Powers (justinpowers@baisedu.org) - First official games projected for Tuesday, Sept. 4.
Please come out and support your BAIS Eagles. - IISSAC Soccer will be in Bali from Oct. 26‐28.
- 2018 BAIS Girls Soccer Team:
- Emily Nielsen
- Simone Liebich
- SungHa lee
- Lydia Kim
- Angel Gunaman
- Sherine Chandean
- Melissa Budijono
- HaYeon Jung
- Jinny Park
- Mia Whitehurst
- Coaches: Miss Kegerreis and Miss Ribbens
After School Clubs and Activities
- After School Clubs and Activities start NEXT WEEK!!!
- Mom’s English Club is available for parents interested in improving their English skills.
Contact Ms. Lane (kristinlane@baisedu.org) - Sea Tribes applications are due Monday, September 3 to Ms. Hays. (amyhays@baisedu.org)
Club Highlight of the Week: IISAAC Girls Soccer
- This coming season is Coach K’s third year coaching at BAIS. She says, “From a very young age I loved the game of soccer. It molded me and taught me a lot of lessons in my developmental
years. I am honored to have the opportunity to coach the game I love here at BAIS. I always enjoying watching how the hard work each young lady is investing will grow them as athletes and how the lessons learned along the way will mold them more into Christ’s image. I’m excited for this year in Bali not just because of soccer but also because of the memories we walk away with as a team.” - Junior Emily Nielsen says, “It’s been fun to get back into the rhythm with the girls and to play as a team again.”
- Jinny Park in the 8th grade and second year on the team says, “Our team is great! I love how we encourage each other. I hope we can get more players on the team though.”
- Have a great season girls!
Keep your eyes on the BAIS Buzz for updates, changes, and more information!
Mr. Justin Powers
Athletic Director
Picture Day Schedule ‐ August 31st, 2018
In the Upstairs Computer Lab
7:45 9th Grade Ms. Fulwood 8:00 Pre‐school Ms. Hays 8:30 12th Grade Ms. LaMertha 8:45 Kindergarten Ms. Lane 9:00 1st Grade Ms. Kegerreis 9:20 2nd Grade Ms. Harvey 9:40 3rd Grade Ms. Ribbens 10:00 4th Grade Mrs. Whitehurst Break Time 10:40 10th Grade Mr. Loewen 11:00 6th Grade Mr. Davis 11:20 5th Grade Ms. Arrington 11:35 8th Grade Mr. Powers 11:55 7th Grade Mr. Ernsberger 12:15 11th Grade Ms. Dickman
Additional Notes:
If your students have PE on picture day, make sure students and parents know to come in their picture outfit. After pictures, they may change into their PE uniform.
All staff members must have their picture taken!
If you are not a homeroom or elementary teacher, please stop by during a prep period or lunch. Pictures can be taken between 7:35 and 1:45.
Download this issue as PDF: Issue 03: 24 August, 2018 – English