Important Information About Semester 2

Dear Parents/Caregivers,

Grade 4 / 5 Semester 2014-2015 Information
This is to inform you that there will be changes to the classes and schedule in semester 2.  Below is a brief outline of these changes, details of which will be explained at a parent meeting on Tuesday 13 January at 2:00pm.

Grade 5 Barge Trip, 27 - 30 January 2015
28 Grade 5 students have confirmed they will be participating in the barge trip, along the Chao Phraya River, near Bangkok.  A separate email will be sent out closer to the time with relevant details.  These are our confirmed flights:

PG 932 Q 27JAN 2 PNH-BKK DK1  1020 1130  27JAN    
PG 935 Q 30JAN 5 BKK-PNH DK1  1730 1840  30JAN

Host Country Week, 27 - 30 January 2015
This occurs at the same time as the Grade 5 Barge trip, when Grade 4 and Grade 5 students will celebrate and learn more about  the local culture of Cambodia, as they participate in many different activities and field trips, learning from a range of experts, including our knowledgeable teaching assistants.

In addition Mr. Ben is organizing an optional overnight trip for the students not going on the barge trip to Ang Ta Som. The main focus will be to participate in a 20-30km guided bike ride through villages and local farms, staying at the Meas Family Homestay.  It will be a great opportunity for students to learn more about Cambodian crafts and culture.

Unit of Inquiry - Sharing the Planet, 12 January - 18 February 2015
During our next unit of inquiry, after the break, students will inquire into how communities share resources and provide opportunities.  We have invited many guest speakers from the community to speak  to the students about issues affecting Cambodia and the world, and the action the organizations are taking in response to these.

Grade 5 Exhibition
Unit of Inquiry - How we Express Ourselves, 23 February - 10 April 2015
During this unit of inquiry the Grade 4 and Grade 5 students will separate.  The Grade 5 students will engage in the Exhibition process with Ms. Melinda and Ms. Emily.  The Grade 4 students will work with Ms. Alison, Mr. Jon and Ms. Bridget, as they inquire how artistic expression is influenced  by the society in which it exists. There will be an Exhibition information meeting for all Grade 5 parents and students on Tuesday 17 February 2015, at 5:30pm.

Grade 5 Exhibition Holiday Homework
As the Exhibition focuses on how people express themselves, we would like the Grade 5 students to collect images of different ways people express themselves using a range of art forms and media. This will be a valuable resource for all students. If you are travelling and you come across artwork, sculptures, performances etc. please ask your child to take a photo and discuss the meaning behind the art work with them.

Kind regards,
Grade 4 / 5 Team