West Island School

1. West Island School Strength from Diversity:Inspiring Students to become responsible Global Citizens

2. This Evening’s Schedule • Welcome Address – Ms Jane Foxcroft • WIS PTA – Mrs Sarah Cunich • Pastoral Care at WIS – Mr Michael Waller • Introduction of Tutors • EAL and Individual Needs • General Information

3. West Island School Parent Teacher Association Limited • PTA COMMITTEE • Chair – Sarah Cunich • 11 Parent Members • Principal • 2 Teacher Representatives • 4 Student Representatives • 2 Administrative representatives • Meetings Bi Monthly • Minutes on website Mission Statement The mission of the West Island School Parent Teacher Association is to contribute towards the community spirit of the school and to the improvements in the educational environment of our students. The PTA seeks to achieve this by promoting co-operation, communication and discussion between Parents and Teachers on the general welfare of the students and general educational matters • PTA OFFICE • Buses • Stationery • Uniform • WISLIFE • Student Directory • FUNDRAISING • SOCIAL EVENTS • PTA Coffee mornings • HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED? • PTA Committee Member • FAIR Committee Member • Ideas for Fundraising • Volunteer to work in PTA Shops and Office • Help out at Social and Student Events • Dates for Diary • School Fair 9th March 2012 • PTA AGM 26TH November 2012 • Uniform and Bookshops open: 20th/22nd August 2012 • 9am – 4 pm Contact the PTA pta@wis.edu.hkwww.wis.edu.hk/pta Tel: 2816 7222

4. Mission • We seek to encourage individuality; foster respect for difference and value learning from others within an international community school. • We strive to inspire and support all students in achieving their individual potential for a successful life as responsible global citizens.

5. Values • Community:Collaboration, team work and unity of purpose • Compassion: Service and action at school, locally and globally • Consideration:Honesty, tolerance and respect for others • Commitment:Recognition of our place and responsibilities within the communities in which we live • Courage:To challenge ourselves as individuals and as a community

6. Pastoral Care • A support system that is in place to help in the holistic development of all children • We support your child’s development as both a student and a person

7. How do we help? • Provide support if there are difficulties at school • Offer advice if there are problems • Meet with teachers and parents if there are any concerns • Track academic development and co-curricular involvements • Reward when things are going well!

8. Pre 16 Learning Structure • Director of Pre 16 Learning – Mr Michael Waller • Head of Year • Mrs Sara Ellison – Year 7 • Mr Jonathon Cornes – Year 8 • Ms Sarah Milner – Year 9 • Ms Julie Hannaford – Year 10 • Mrs Tarne Bay – Year 11 • Year 7 Tutors

9. The Tutors

10. Role of the Tutor • Oversees the academic, social and emotional needs of members of the tutor group • Daily contact with students • Tutor groups are maintained until the end of Year 11 • Conduct 1-2-1 tutoring sessions • Primary contact for parents • firstname.lastname@wis.edu.hk

11. 1-2-1 Tutoring • On opportunity for your child to meet individually with their tutor • Develops a positive relationship with an adult at school • Follows a structured programme over the course of the year • Encourages a reflective approach to development and learning

12. Assembly • An important part of developing the school community • Focused around key areas and needs • Provides an opportunity to develop ideas and discussions

13. Curriculum • The Middle Years Diploma • A holistic approach to education • The Diploma will be awarded upon successful completion in Year 11

14. Reporting • Reports will be available online and updated regularly • There will be four check points during the course of the year • Parent evenings and student led conferences during the year • Results are closely monitored to ensure progress is made at an appropriate level

15. Creativity, Action and Service • A key element of the Middle Years Diploma • All students are required to complete a CAS programme as part of the MYD • A large focus will be placed on developing service amongst the student body

16. Year 7 Camp • Tendering process for the 2012 camp was done with 3 major camp providers in Hong Kong • Treasure Island best matched learning outcomes with value for money spent • Key Focus: Tutors and tutees develop a strong connection through reflective activities and games played together • 2011 rating of overall student enjoyment and satisfaction = 8 out of 10 (based on 85 students)

17. Key Learning Outcomes Creativity: • Creativity achieved through learning new camping skills and problem solving exercises • Development of student leadership Action: • Fun and exciting activities: Abseiling, rock climbing, orienteering, hiking, and other engaging activities Service: • Environmentally focussed through Coastal Clean and ecological games

18. EAL and Individual Needs • EAL – Ms ShubhaKoshy • Individual Needs – Ms Gail Wright

19. Diary • An important communication tool • Should be checked and signed each week • Staff may write notes to you in the diary

20. Uniform • All uniform is supplied through the PTA shop • High standards of uniform are expected • PE kit • Shoes

21. General Information • Lockers • Attendance and Lateness • karen.wong@wis.edu.hk • Canteen • Octopus cards • Office Duty