Smooth Online Learning
2022.04.01 Friday
by BIS
Dear BIS Parents: This has certainly been an unexpected end to March! I’m sure that very few of us expected to begin the month of April with online learning. That being said, we are extremely proud of our teachers, TA’s, and administrative staff as they’ve worked hard to prepare for online learning. Many thanks
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Introduction to BIS High School Graduation Program
2022.04.01 Friday
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Last year, BIS adopted a new high school graduation program as part of its ongoing development. Students who successfully complete the Boston International School four-year High School program are awarded a High School diploma. As is common with most high school graduation programs, students build up academic credits based on passing scores earned in classes
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Classroom Spotlight | AP and DP History
2022.03.25 Friday
by BIS
BIS offers various classes that prepare students for university level courses. DP History is a two year course available for Grade 11 and 12 and AP Modern World History is a one year course available for Grade 9 and 10. Both courses involve the study of political, economic, social and cultural history and encourage students
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Director of Xinwu District Teacher Development Center Visited
2022.03.18 Friday
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On the morning of March.17th, Mr. Gu Wanchun, CPC Working Committee Member of Xinwu Education Bureau and the Director of Xinwu District Teacher Development Center visited Boston International School, accompanied by BIS Executive President Ms. Sue Su and Academic Principal Mr. Brian Rotunno. Mr. Gu first emphasized the work on epidemic prevention. The school needs
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Classroom Spotlight | G6-G8 Science
2022.03.18 Friday
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The Grade 6-8 Science curriculum at Boston International School is designed to expose students to a wide range of concepts and skills to best prepare them for whatever future Science classes they may pursue. Students entering the middle years programme from elementary will begin by discovering the techniques that allow us to ask Scientific questions
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Pi Day – Another Way to Study Mathematics
2022.03.18 Friday
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On March 14th, Boston International School celebrated the Pi Day, an annual celebration of the mathematical constant π (pi). The day was filled with fun learning opportunities, aiming to encourage and inspire students to study math. Mathlete Competitions Both elementary students and secondary students competed in Mathlete competitions for their houses. Through an interactive engaging
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Classroom Spotlight | Grade 6 – English Language Arts
2022.03.11 Friday
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Grade 6 English Language Arts is a course filled with foundational experiences and activities that prepares students for their ongoing journey through the MYP English programme. It does this primarily through the use of the SpringBoard curriculum that offers a unique, TEKs standards aligned, continuous syllabus, ensuring students are fully prepared for their next year
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Supporting Academic Growth of English Language Learners
2022.03.11 Friday
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The English language Learners (ELL) program in Boston International school is available for primary (G1~G5) and secondary (G6~G10) students who do not speak English as their first language and, therefore, have limited experience in an English-medium school. Under the direction of Dr. Youngmin An, ELL coordinator, students are given opportunities to study in an intensive
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Classroom Spotlight | AP and DP Geography at BIS
2022.03.04 Friday
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The AP Human Geography course and the DP Geography course are two geography courses available for students at BIS. Though both are rigorous in nature each course offers its own distinct content, styles, and necessary skills. Both courses allow for interactive classrooms and student-led experiences to fuel the minds of our young learners. Mr. Luke
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