The first week in February saw the Aichi International School (AIS) annual talent show, this year entitled “AIS Has Talent.” 2012 saw the highest number of entries to date, with a diverse range of talents and skills on show including singing, dancing, magic shows, hula dancing, yoyo tricks, and hula-hoop routines. Those students who attend [...]
Beyond the British School in Tokyo’s (BST’s) immediate community of parents, teachers, and students, there are the two neighbouring Japanese school communities with which the school shares facilities. In Shibuya they share with SKG School and the Showa campus is actually within the grounds of Showa Women’s University. Fostering links with both schools enriches the [...]
Gymboree Play & Music is most often associated with its mommy and me classes for babies and toddlers. However, its parent-optional programming for 3–5-year-olds provides the perfect environment for older children to gain the self-confidence; sense of independence; and social, cognitive, and physical skills they need for future schooling. Classes available for this age include [...]
Wrestling in school is usually frowned upon, and teachers do everything they can to prevent it. But the American School in Japan’s (ASIJ’s) Early Learning Center has been promoting wrestling recently — sumo wrestling that is! The PTA treated the students to a visit by two young sumo wrestlers, Takamiryu-san and Takamisato-san, as part of [...]
During the week beginning February 6, Makuhari International School (MIS) held its second book week. This event was established at MIS during the 2010–11 academic year and now takes place annually during February. It is a week set aside to celebrate and encourage reading. This year MIS had a five-day celebration of books and reading, [...]
Chateau School diplomats were immersed in the cultural exploration of Asia for the first two months of 2012. The expedition began with learning about the dynasties of the Far East and concluded with the Silk Road and the Great Wall of China. February was the last month of term at The Chateau School. Diplomats received [...]
With a focus on experiential education, Rustic Pathways has long been offering programs that supplement classroom learning with hands-on opportunities. Photography is one of the areas in which Rustic Pathways has designed specialized programs for high school students looking to expand their skills while staying in amazing destinations. With programs for the curious student picking [...]
January brought a “Winter Sports” theme to the children at J’s. From ski jumping to ice skating, in the warmth of the classrooms the children learned about different games. To bring sportsmanship home, the school held a sports day. After designing original “hachimakis” (bandanas), the older children participated in javelin throwing, tug of war, and [...]
A boat made of pet bottles, a lamp made of milk cartons, and a stylish, new school uniform design. These were just some of the creations produced by Katoh Gakuen Gyoshu’s Grade 10 students for their MYP Personal Project. The Personal Project is an opportunity for students to apply the skills they have learned through [...]
New International School’s (NewIS) annual English musical, open to the public, will take place on March 7 at Theater Green near the school. Over 70 children from ages 3–14 will be performing Roald Dahl’s version of Goldilocks and the Three Bears, with live music. Will Goldilocks be found guilty in court? The school invites you to [...]
