GENERAL
Summer Library
Are you in Chiang Mai for the summer? Would you like to help out with the GIS Library’s summer library program? We are looking for dedicated volunteers who are available in June and July. Please, let us know if this is something that interests you.
Questions? | Email – tstewart@gisthailand.org
Parent Help Needed for Visual Art Show
On May 13th, we will be hosting our annual Visual Art Show!
Artwork from students (grades K-12) will be exhibited in the cafeteria and it will be a show you don’t want to miss. This year will be even bigger and better than last year with at least twice as much art to see!
In years past, the Visual Art Show has not been possible without the help of extraordinary parent volunteers and this year will be no exception. Please use this document to sign up to help us pull off this fantastic event.
Questions? | Email – kmccall@gisthailand.org and vavera@gisthailand.org
Senior’s vaccination record
Seniors please send us any immunization record for vaccinations you didn’t receive at school. We are planning to print out an official vaccination record for college. You can come to pick up your vaccination record at the nurse’s office any time from May 8.
Questions? | Email – nurse@gisthailand.org
Communication to the nurse’s email
Parent if you want to communicate with the nurses by email, please use your child/children’s first name and last name.
Questions? | Email – nurse@gisthailand.org
Transportation options to GIS
New Registration is open for transportation to GIS for 2023-24. A deposit of 500b per child is needed to secure a seat. For more information, please contact Kelly Shaw.
Questions? | Email – worldclubtransport@gmail.com
ELEMENTRY
2nd Grade Bazaar
The 2nd grade class will be hosting a Bazaar in the afternoon on Friday, May 12. All elementary classes are invited to come play carnival-type games, purchase snacks and homemade goods. This event will be happening during the school day and is open to elementary students only. Your child’s teacher will give more detailed information later. All proceeds from the 2nd Grade Bazaar will go towards the new Middle School building.
Questions? | Email – elementary.office@gisthailand.org
2022-2023 Elementary Yearbook
The 6th grade elementary Yearbook Team has been working hard for several months and are proud to announce the 2022-2023 Elementary Yearbook theme – “Sailing Through the Year”! Yearbooks will be available for purchase from the elementary office beginning Monday, May 15. They will also be available for purchase at the Music Showcase on Tuesday, May 23. 2022-2023 Yearbooks will cost 400 baht. Are you missing a yearbook or two in your collection? Older yearbooks will also be available for purchase for 350 baht. Cash only sales, please.
Questions? | Email – elementary.office@gisthailand.org
Middle School Course Requests Open in FamilyWeb
All current returning grade 5-7 students and parents have received an email that gives detailed instructions for accessing Middle School Course Requests in FamilyWeb. Course Requests close Monday, May 1 at 8 PM Thailand time.
Questions? | Email – kthomas@gisthailand.org
Middle School Social: Student Council Update
Thank you to the Grade 6, 7, and 8 students for joining us for the Middle School Social event on April 22. We are grateful for the support from the parents in making this a successful event. We would also like to apologize for any confusion with the end time for the event. There was an error in the communication that we did not catch. We hope this event is the first of many as the new Middle School starts in the 2023-24 school year. We will share the pictures from the event directly with the students.
Questions? | Email – gthomas@gisthailand.org
SECONDARY
Middle School Course Requests Open in FamilyWeb
All current returning grade 5-7 students and parents have received an email that gives detailed instructions for accessing Middle School Course Requests in FamilyWeb. Course Requests close Monday, May 1 at 8 PM Thailand time.
Questions? | Email – kthomas@gisthailand.org
Middle School Social: Student Council Update
Thank you to the Grade 6, 7, and 8 students for joining us for the Middle School Social event on April 22. We are grateful for the support from the parents in making this a successful event. We would also like to apologize for any confusion with the end time for the event. There was an error in the communication that we did not catch. We hope this event is the first of many as the new Middle School starts in the 2023-24 school year. We will share the pictures from the event directly with the students.
Questions? | Email – gthomas@gisthailand.org
High School Course Requests Open in FamilyWeb
All current grade 8-11 students’ Academic Plans have been updated and meetings with academic counselors have been held. Parents and students have received an email that gives detailed instructions for accessing High School Course Requests in FamilyWeb. Course Requests close Monday, May 1 at 8 PM Thailand time.
Questions? | Email – secondary.office@gisthailand.org
College Visit from Cedarville University, Ohio, US
May 12 & 16 from 11:45 am – 12:15 pm in Classroom S120. A group of university students will share about tips and Q&A for college life and academics.
Questions? | Email – counselor@gisthailand.org
Upcoming Advanced Placement Exams
Students will receive emails from the Academic Counselor(s) with testing reminders. AP Exams will take place from May 1-17.
Questions? | Email – counselor@gisthailand.org
Planned Absences
Upcoming ACSC Tournament? Visiting family? Departing a little early? Is your student missing more than 2+ days as a planned absence…? Print and fill out our Planned Absence Request Form (students can also pick this up in the Secondary Office)
Questions? | Email – secondary.office@gisthailand.org
Upcoming Secondary Dates
Monday, May 1
No School (Thai Holiday)
AP Chemistry Exam (afternoon)
Tuesday, May 2
A Day (8:10 AM – 3:15 PM, No Class 0 Band/Choir)
Wednesday, May 3
C Day (9:40 AM – 3:15 PM, normal late start)
Thursday, May 4
No School (Thai Holiday)
AP Statistics Exam and AP Seminar Exam (both afternoon)
Friday, May 5
Morning Assembly + E Day (8:10 AM – 3:15 PM)
Monday, May 8
Eligibility Grade Check
Saturday, May 13
Visual Arts Show, 6 – 8 PM @ GIS Cafeteria
Friday, May 19
Grade 7-12 Band and Choir Concert, 7 – 8:30 PM @ GIS Cafeteria
Sunday, May 21
Baccalaureate and Candle Lighting for Juniors and Seniors, 7 – 8:30 PM @ GIS Cafeteria
Monday, May 22
Secondary Awards Assembly (morning) and All 7 Classes (8:10 AM – 3:15 PM)
Tuesday, May 23-26
Half Days: High School Finals, Middle School Block Classes
- May 23 = 8:10-11:30 AM (Classes 1 and 2)
- May 24 = 10 – 11:30 AM (Class 3)
- May 25 = 8:10-11:30 AM (Classes 4 and 5)
- May 26 = 8:10-11:30 AM (Classes 6 and 7)
Thursday, May 25
Senior Graduation Rehearsal, 1:15-3 PM @ Royal Flora
Friday, May 26
Senior Graduation Ceremony and Reception, 6-8 PM @ Royal Flora
Questions? | Email – secondary.office@gisthailand.org
SPIRITUAL LIFE
The Blessing Directive
On Friday, May 5th our TBD team will celebrate one last time with their friends from Hope House. During this time, students will spend the afternoon with their buddies who reside at the rescue home as they partake in fellowship, song & dance, games, and other group activities. TBD is a great opportunity for our students to demonstrate the love of Christ by offering their consistent presence in the lives of these children. If you would like to learn more about this ministry, please reach out to the GIS Ministry Coordinator Ryan Timlin.
Questions? | Email – rtimlin@gisthailand.org
Night Bazaar Evangelism
On Saturday, May 20th we will be taking our NBE team to the Night Bazaar market. If any GIS parents have a passion for sharing the Gospel or would like to grow in their abilities to do so, we would like to invite you to join us during this particular trip to the market. As we prepare for this ministry, please pray for our students and staff that the Holy Spirit will supply each of us with the words to say when we share the love of Christ with these people. If you would like to learn more about this ministry, please reach out to the GIS Ministry Coordinator Ryan Timlin.
Questions? | Email – rtimlin@gisthailand.org
ATHLETICS
This week in Athletics
Tuesday, May 2
⚽ Varsity Boys Futsal vs. APIS @ Grace 4:00 pm
Friday, May 5
Sports Awards 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Friends and family of varsity athletes, we invite you to come join us for our annual Sports Awards where we will be celebrating our different sports seasons, athletes, and seniors!
The ceremony will be held in the GIS cafeteria. Doors will open at 6:30 pm. There will be no dinner, but there will be desserts available! Dress code is semi-formal (please see PSMO for guidelines).
We hope to see you there!
For more information, please check our website athletics.gisthailand.org
Questions? | Email – athletics@gisthailand.org
