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Athletics
Dates to Remember
PTO News
Christmas Charity Bazaar is Coming Tomorrow, December 5
Bazaar Bus Schedule (please do not forget to have your Admissions ticket with you. That will save time entering the gate).
MORNING Pick-Ups
First Pick Up Times
9:25 a.m. YG100 (side and main gate) ~>TIS (1 bus)
9:25 a.m. Fu Li Jin Men Hu ~> 9:30am HYCZ (back gate) ~> 9:35am BDHT (front gate) ~> TIS (1 bus)
9:25 a.m. Olympic 9:35am You Yi ~> TIS
9:30 a.m. Aocheng ~> TIS (2 buses)
9:30 a.m. Di Liu Tian Yuan ~> 9:35 BDHT (back gate) ~> 9:40 BDHT (front gate) ~> TIS (1 bus)
9:50 a.m. Subway ~ > TIS (1 bus)
Second Pick-up Times
10:25 a.m. YG100 (side and main gate) ~ > TIS (1 bus)
10:25 a.m. Fu Li Jing Men Hu ~> 10:30am HYCZ (back gate) ~> TIS (1 bus)
10:30 a.m. Aocheng ~> TIS (2 Buses)
10:35 a.m. Di Liu Tian Yuan ~> 10:36 BDHT (back gate) ~> 10:40 BDHT (Front gate) ~> TIS (1 Bus)
AFTERNOON Returns
Depart TIS at 12:30 p.m
TIS ~ > YG100 (main and side gate) (1 bus)
TIS ~ > YG100 ~> Aocheng (1 bus)
TIS ~ > Subway ~> DLTY ~ > BDHT (back and front gate) ~> HYCZ (back gate) ~> Fu Li Jin Men Hu (1 bus)
Depart TIS at 2:15 p.m
TIS ~ > Youyi ~> Olympic
TIS ~ > YG100 (main and side gate) (2 buses)
TIS ~ > Aocheng (3 buses)
TIS ~ > Subway ~ > Di Liu Tian Yuan ~> BDHT (back & front gate) (1 bus)
TIS ~ > BDHT (back & front gate) ~> HYCZ (back gate) ~ > Fu Li jing Men Hu (1 bus)
Depart Bussing for HELPERS at 3:30 p.m.
TIS ~ > YG100 (side and main gate) ~ > Aocheng (1 bus)
TIS ~ > Subway ~ > Di Liu Tian Yuan ~ > BDHT (back and front gate) ~ > HYCZ (back gate)
Weekly AQI Reading
This week’s average AQI reading is:
Indoors 44
Outdoors 160
Click here to View and Download Full-Sized Photos for Personal Use
**Disclaimer, the link above will only be available for the 2015-2016 school year**
Innovation Corner, by Lee Williams and Susan Headrick
For the next two weeks we will run an article written by our very own Mr. Dyson, 4th grade teacher extraordinaire. In it he explains a unit the 3rd grade class is doing and some of the thinking behind this style of teaching. Innovation Corner is a place where you can read about students, teachers and parents learning new ideas as they Try, Innovate and Share.
http://dysondictation.com/2015/11/purpose-motivation-and-learning/
Tips & Tricks from Mr. Williams
Would you like some help in reminding yourself to give your eyes a break from the computer screen? Here is a great application that helps. Click below for the iTunes store in your language.
Time Out Free
US Store
Korean Store
Chinese Store
Japanese Store
French Store
UK Store
ECC Christmas Celebration ‘Happy Birthday Jesus Party’
Come celebrate with us! The program will be held on Thursday, December 10 at 7:00pm in the 2nd floor indoor activity room of the main campus. During the first part, you will have a chance to rotate through fun Christmas activities with your child. During the second part, the children will sing songs in the 2nd floor auditorium. Your child should wear green and/or red.
*Children may be dropped off at the classrooms between 6:30 and 6:45. After you drop off your child, you may go to the auditorium to save your place and wait for further instructions.
Bussing Arrangement for the ECC Christmas Celebration
Pick Ups
5:40 p.m. YG100(side gate/main gate) —— (one big school bus)
5:40 p.m. Olympic Towers ——TIS (Watermelon)
5:50 p.m. Aocheng ——TIS (one big school bus)
5:55 p.m. BDHT (front gate)—— 6:00pm HYCZ ——TIS (one big school bus)
Returns depart at 8:00 p.m.
TIS——Aocheng (one big school bus)
TIS——Subway——YG100（one big school bus)
TIS——BDHT(front gate ONLY)——HYCZ (one big bus)
TIS——Olympic Towers (Watermelon)
No Classes at the ECC
There will be no classes at the ECC on Friday, December 11, all other divisions have a regular school day.
Elementary Christmas Concert
The Elementary Christmas Concert is this evening at 7 p.m. We look forward to seeing you there! Students need to report to their classrooms by 6:30 p.m.
Elementary Christmas Concert Concert Bussing
Pick-Ups:
5:40 p.m. YG100 （side gate／main gate) — TIS（One bus）
5:40 p.m. Olympic Tower (watermelon)
5:50 p.m. Aocheng — TIS （Three big school busses）
6:00 p.m. HYCZ (back gate)—6:10p.m. DLTY—6:12p.m. BDHT (back gate)—6:15p.m. BDHT (front gate)—TIS （one bus）
Return at 8:30 p.m.
TIS——YG100（main/side/back gate）（one big school bus）
TIS——DLTY——Ban Dao Hao Ting（one big school bus）
TIS—— Subway station——HYCZ——Aocheng (one big school bus)
TIS——Aocheng（four busses）
TIS——Olympic tower (watermelon)
Christmas Door Decorating Challenge
To get into the Christmas spirit and spread some Christmas joy, the Elementary students and teachers have taken part in a door decorating challenge. The goal was to create a festive door, the upper elementary students took on the challenge of creation their designs out of recycled items. We invite you to come and check out all of the creativity and festivity on display!
Christmas Card Sales
The elementary students are selling Christmas cards to raise money to buy physical therapy equipment for the Tianjin Adult Facility. A pack of 5 cards will cost 15 rmb. Unfortunately the cards may not make it in time for the Christmas Concert; however, we will have booths set up where the cards can be preordered and then sent home upon their arrival to school. An order form was sent home this week, if you would like to order them prior to the concert.
Winter Weather
There is definitely a winter chill in the air! During these colder months we will be following the policy below to determine whether or not students can take part in outdoor activities. It is important for your child to have a coat, hat and gloves at school each day for when they are able to go outside and play!
Cold Weather Policy
If the real feel or wind chill is below 10 degrees Fahrenheit/-12 degrees Celsius, the children will not go outside to play. The principal or secretary will check http://www.accuweather.com/en-us/cn/tianjin/tianjin/quick-look.aspx?cityid=106780 for the current temperature.
After School Clubs
Friday, December 11th will be the last day of after school activities. Except for Drama Club, which will meet on Tuesday, December 15th.
2nd Semester After School Activities
It is time to begin preparing for 2nd Semester After School Activities. If you are interested in helping with or leading a club please contact Amy Xu (x310 or axu@tiseagles.com) to notify us of your interest.
Monday Bus December 7
On Monday, 12/7, due to the staff Christmas banquet, there will not be 5:10 busses for middle school students. Students in middle school are asked to take the 3:30 or 4:45 p.m. bus home. The 5:10 TEDA bus will run as normal.
Christmas Concert
Come join us on Friday, December 11 at 7:00 p.m. in the TIS Auditorium as the middle school bands and choirs perform Christmas music in various styles. We hope to see you there!
MS Concert bussing Schedule
Pick-Ups
6:00 p.m. YG100（side/main gate) —TIS （two big school buses）
6:00 p.m. Ao cheng—TIS （three big school buses）
6:10 p.m. Fu Li Jin Men Hu—6:15pm Hai Yi (back gate)—TIS (one big school bus)
6:15 p.m. DLTY—6:20pmBDHT(back gate)—6:25pmBDHT (front gate)—TIS（A big school bus）
3:30 p.m. TIS—4:15pm GLY—4:20pmHN— 4:25pmYJY— 4:30pm WT—4:35pm HYX—TIS (TEDA bus)
The TEDA bus will drop off the students and then pick up the TEDA parents come to school.
Return at 8:15 p.m.
TIS——YG100（1 Side; 1 main gate)（ 2 buses)
TIS——DLTY—BDHT(back/ front gate) （1 bus）
TIS———BDHT (1bus)
TIS——Subway——HYCZ——Fu Li Jin Men Hu （1 bus)
TIS——Ao Cheng (3 buses)
TIS——YG100(main gate)——Aocheng (1 bus)
TIS—GLY—HN—YJY—WT—HYX (TEDA bus)
Christmas Concert
Help us look “sharp” for our Christmas Concert: All middle school students in band and/or choir need to wear “concert dress” for the December 11th Concert. For boys this includes an oxford-collared white shirt, black tie, black belt, black dress pants, black dress shoes, and black socks. For girls this includes a white dressy blouse, black loose-fitting dress pants, black socks, and black dress shoes. Girls may choose to wear a black skirt if it falls well below the knees while sitting. All clothes should be neat, clean, and solid-colored with no sparkles, stripes, or logos.
Congratulations to Ladies Varsity Basketball
The ladies (and men) varsity basketball are having a great season so far. Both teams are undefeated against opponents. Recently the ladies and men teams brought back the ISCOT Championship Trophy.
Click here for an album of photos.
Monday Bus December 7
On Monday, 12/7, due to the staff Christmas banquet, there will not be a 5:10 bus run within the city of Tianjin. High school sports practices will end early, and there will be 3 busses at 4:45 pm for high school students. The 5:10 pm TEDA bus will run as normal.
Christmas Concert
Come join us on Saturday, December 12 at 7:00 p.m. in the TIS Auditorium as the high school bands and choirs perform Christmas music in various styles. We hope to see you there!
Bus Schedules for HS Concert
Pick Ups For Students
4:40 p.m. Aocheng –TIS (1 bus)
4:30 p.m. Yang Guang 100 — 4:45 BDHT—TIS (1 bus)
3:55 p.m. HuaYuXuan — 4:00 p.m. WanTong — 4:05 p.m. Yu Jing Yuan — 4:10 p.m. HuaNa — 4:15 p.m. GeLinYuan—-TIS (TEDA bus) ( for students and parents)
Pick Ups for Audience Busses
6:10 p.m. YG100（side/main gate）— TIS （2 buses)
6:10 p.m. Ao cheng — TIS （3 buses）
6:15 p.m. Fu Li Jin Men Hu —6:20pm Hai Yi (back gate) — 6:40pm Subway–TIS（1 bus)
6:20 p.m. DLTY— 6:25pm BDHT (back gate）— 6:30pm BDHT (front gate) —TIS (1bus)
6:20 p.m. BDHT(front gate) — TIS (1 bus)
Returns at 8:30 p.m.
TIS — YG100（1 Side; 1 main gate）（2 buses）
TIS — DLTY — BDHT (back/front gate) (1 bus)
TIS — BDHT (1 bus)
TIS — Subway — HYCZ — Fu Li Jin Men Hu（1 bus）
TIS — Ao Cheng (3 buses)
TIS — YG100(main gate) — Aocheng (1 bus)
TIS—GLY—HN—YJY—WT—HYX (TEDA bus) (Cherry Line)
First Semester Final Exams
Next week is the last week of regular classes for high school. On December 14th and 15th, students will be reviewing for semester 1 Final exams.
High School final exams are scheduled for Wednesday – Friday, December 16-18. An exam schedule will be provided to students by Monday, December 7th. Students are encouraged to get a good night’s rest and a good breakfast in preparation for exams. It is also recommended that students review for a short time each day rather than spending large amounts of time on the night before a test. Most students will be finished with their exams by 12:20 p.m., and will be expected to take the 12:35 busses home.
Christmas Banquet
The TIS high school student council is planning the annual Christmas banquet for TIS high school students and staff. This year’s banquet will be held on Friday evening, December 18th at the Renaissance Hotel, downtown Tianjin. They have chosen the theme “Christmas Express.” Students are encouraged, but not required to attend. Tickets (subsidized by the Student Council) are currently being sold by STUCO during lunch. The price of each ticket this week is 120RMB and the price will increase next week to 130RMB.
Banquet Dress Code
When planning for the banquet, please note the following excerpt from the secondary handbook:
Students will be expected to dress formally for these occasions. For men this includes a suit or dress slacks, dress shirt, and dress shoes. For ladies this includes dresses, skirts and blouses or a formal pants ensemble. Spaghetti strap dresses are allowed, but no cleavage should be seen. There should be no plunging necklines front or back. The dress must cover the middle of the back. Appropriate undergarments must be worn but should not be seen. Short dresses or slits should be no more than 10 centimeters above the knee.
For your convenience, there are several formal dresses and men’s suits available for students to borrow from Mrs. Dawn Williams. If you would like to look at the dresses or suits, please contact Mrs. Williams at dwilliams@tiseagles.com.
Early Graduation
Juniors who are considering a Korean university may want to consider early graduation. Students must apply for early graduation by December 14 of their Junior year. The application process involves a meeting with guidance counselor Mr. Scranton for the student and at least one parent. Please see Mr. Scranton for more information.
Upcoming Events
Taipei American School VEX Robotics Challenge: December 3-5
December SAT Testing: December 5
HS Final Exams: December 16-18
HS Christmas Banquet: December 18
Game Results
HS Basketball – Varsity Teams continue to be UNDEFEATED!! Way to Go Eagles!
Varsity Mens Basketball:
TIS vs. WAB – Won 56-27
TIS vs. ISB – Won 54-33
Varsity Ladies Basketball:
TIS vs. WAB – Won 30-12
TIS vs. ISB – Won 35-10
JV Mens Basketball:
TIS vs. DCB – Lost 21-38
TIS vs. HISB – Won 40-15
Monday, November 30 vs IST
Varsity Mens – Won 42-25
Varsity Ladies – Won 31-9
Wednesday, December 2 vs. Maple Leaf
JV Ladies – Won 10-4
JV Mens – Lost 14-24
MS Volleyball
U14 Boys vs. Wellington – Won 2-0
Upcoming Games
HS Basketball
Monday, December 7th
U19 JV Mens and Ladies Basketball vs. TEDA @ TEDA
Bus will leave TIS at 2:30 p.m.
After the games the bus will leave TEDA at approximately 5:15 p.m.
Bus Drop Off Order is: TEDA — FLJMHU — AC — YG100
Wednesday, December 9th
U19 Varsity Girls Basketball vs. Wellington @ Wellington
Bus will leave TIS at 3:25 p.m.
After the game the bus will leave Wellington at approximately 5:15 p.m.
Bus drop off order is: Wellington — BDHT — AC — YG100
U19 Varsity Boys Basketball vs. Wellington @ TIS
After the game players will ride the normal 5:10 busses home.
Middle School Volleyball
Saturday, December 5th
U12 Boys Volleyball 3 vs. 3 Tournament @ BSB
Bus Pickup Times and Tournament Schedule have not been finalized yet.
Coach Wick will communicate to players and parents regarding all schedules once those are finalized.
U13 Boys Volleyball Exchange @ ISB
Bus Pickup Times: YG100 a.m. — AC 6:05 a.m. — HYCZ 6:25 a.m. — BDHT 6:30 a.m. — ISB 9:30 a.m.
The bus will leave ISB at approximately 2:00 p.m.
Bus drop off order is: ISB — BDHT — HYCZ — AC — YG100
U14 Boys Volleyball ISCOT Exchange @ TEDA
Bus Pickup Times: BDHT7:05 a.m. — HYCZ 7:10 a.m.— AC 7:25 a.m. — YG100 7:30 a.m.— TEDA 9:00 a.m.
The Bus will leave TEDA at approximately 1:45 p.m.
Bus drop off order is: TEDA — AC — YG100 — HYCZ — BDHT
U13 Girls Exchange @ DCB
Bus Pickup Times: YG100 6:50 a.m. — AC 6:55 a.m. — HYCZ 7:10 a.m. — BDHT 7:15 a.m. — DCB 10:15 a.m.
The bus will leave DCB at approximately 2:00 p.m.
Bus drop off order is: DCB — BDHT — HYCZ — AC — YG100
U14 Girls ISCOT Exchange @ IST
Bus Pickup Times; YG100 7:35 a.m. — AC 7:40 a.m. — FLJMHU 7:55 a.m. — BDHT 8:10 a.m. — IST 8:30 a.m.
The bus will leave IST at approximately 2:15 p.m.
Bus drop off order is: IST — BDHT — FLJMHU — AC — YG100
Thursday, December 10th
U13 Boys Volleyball vs. TEDA @ TIS
After the game players will ride the normal 5:10 busses home.
U13 Girls Volleyball vs. TEDA @ TEDA
Bus will leave TIS at 2:30 p.m.
After the game the bus will leave TEDA at approximately 5:00 p.m.
Bus drop off order is: TEDA — BDHT — HYCZ — AC — YG100
Please contact your coach or Mr. Strong nstrong@tiseagles.com if you have any questions regarding Athletic Announcements.
Dates to Remember
December 5
TIS Christmas Charity Bazaar
December 10
ECC Christmas Concert
December 11
No School for ECC ONLY
Middle School Christmas Concert
December 12
High School Christmas Concert
December 16-18
Secondary Final Exams
PTO Fund Raising at Christmas Bazaar
Please visit the PTO booth at the TIS Chritmas Bazaar on tomorrow. The PTO will be selling gently used books and toys, food items and a variety of gifts for your Christmas shopping. Part of the profits gained from the sales will be donated to the school for the charity purpose.
Wednesday Bus Schedule for Parents
9:25 a.m. Olympic — 9:35 a.m. You Yi (Watermelon line, TIS school bus driver)
8:55 a.m. YG100 — 9:05 a.m. Aocheng— 9:35 a.m. HaiyiChangzhou — 9:37 a.m. BDHT ( Blueberry line)
Return bussing to same locations at 1:00 p.m. Meet in the front of the TIS main entrance.
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