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Secondary News
Mathematics
Year 7 Science
PSAT Year 11 & 12
Year 7S Poems
Tips for Managing Exams
Primary School News
Experiential Learning Programme 2015
Lip Sync Battle kicks off a fun
weekend in Boarding
The IB Learner Profile
Inter-House Photo Competition
UPTA News
Upcoming Events
Matthew Bristow
Principal
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Today sees the end of Week 6 of the current academic year and it is has been another broken
week, with the public holiday for Hari Raya Haji taking place yesterday. I am currently in the
process of preparing a proposed calendar for the next academic year and I hope to be able to
publish these dates after half term.
We continue to have many visits from various universities throughout the world. It is extremely
important that all students in the senior year levels (Year 10 and above) start to think about what
tertiary education they wish to pursue and also where they would like to do this. These visits
give the students the opportunity to gather more information about each university, as well as
information in regards to the availability of scholarships.
A gentle reminder that Secondary Progress Reports will be distributed on Friday 2 October with
Parent Teacher Consultations taking place on Tuesday 27 October, between 8:00am and 3:30pm.
The online booking process will be communicated to you over the coming weeks. Please take an
active interest in your childs education and make appointments with their teachers to discuss
their effort and attainment.
Next Thursday we will be holding a Parent Information Evening for Key Stage 3 (Years 7 9)
between 6:30pm and 8:00pm. This will take place in the Block F MPH with our Head of
Curriculum & Assessment, Mr Paul Rose, and the Key Stage 3 Coordinator, Ms Easton,
presenting information about the curriculum and assessment, including the reporting levels.
We look forward to seeing you there next week.
Have a great weekend
Craig Skinner
Head of Secondary School
craig.skinner@uplands.org
Year 7 have been studying a Unit of work on cells in living organisms. They started off by looking
at pre-prepared slides of a range of animal and plant cells. They then prepared their own slide
of onion cells by taking a very thin layer of onion skin, staining it, and then placing it on a
microscope slide. This procedure is quite a tedious operation as can be seen from the photos.
Seeing real cells for the first time was a new and rewarding experience for the students.
Michael White
Head of Faculty Science
In English, 7S students have been looking at some poems to begin the year. What better way to
begin a year?
The Melbourne poet, Chris Wallace-Crabbe, has been providing inspiration. In his wonderful
collection Selected Poems 1956 1994, there is a small section entitled The Bits and Pieces which
contains a selection of poetic descriptions of everyday objects: Emu, Nectarines, Telephone, to name
a few. You can find them all at the Australian Poetry Librarys website.
7S students have been writing some bits and pieces poems of their own. Their intimate
observation, control of rhyme and sophisticated use of imagery and metaphor have been terrific
to observe. Enjoy!
Thanks again
James Butterfield
English Teacher
Introduction
This is the third article offering guidance on study, revision and exam preparation. As you
already know, pupils in years 10 to 13 will be receiving some coaching and guidance about study,
revision and exam preparation as part of their PSHE lessons this semester.
Mr. Johnston (School Counselor) and Mrs. Bush (Learning Support) have submitted 3 articles
each a fortnight apart in the newsletter which aim to provide parents with a summary of
information given to the pupils in PHSE so that they can support their child at home to study
and revise effectively.
The articles were entitled:
Pay attention
Ask Questions
Plan the rewards you will give yourself after the exams
Exam preparation
Take exercise
Be self-disciplined
Use the time productively (e.g. ask yourself Is working with friends helping?)
The best schedule in the world is useless unless YOU use the time effectively.
YOU are the person who will make the difference for YOU
Use a variety of study and revision methods (see previous articles)
Exam preparation
Know the exam format
A good start is to know the exam format. Knowing what to expect will reduce stress, and being
familiar with the format will help build confidence.
Make sure you know exactly what is required for each exam. Ask your teacher Practice the
format.
The format could include:
Multiple choice
Short answers
Essay
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Recital
Oral presentation
And many more.
When you know the format be prepared and practice:
Stay composed
Above all
Give it your best shot, perform as well as you can and prepare as well as you can.
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Exams are important but they are not the only key to a successful future.
In-School Supports
If you experience exam stress to a level which adversely affects your performance do
something about it early. You can ask for support in exam (stress) management by
contacting Mr. Johnston (School Counselor)
If you need support to develop practical exam management skills (study, revision,
organization, scheduling etc.) you can contact Mrs. Bush (Learning Support)
For subject related issues please speak to your teachers or tutors.
In each case, if you need support the sooner you can address your needs the better.
And Finally
We hope this series of 3 articles was useful for you as both students and parents in
helping you think and plan for your important exam years.
David Johnston School Counselor
Merissa Bush Learning Support
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This week it was the rain causing disruption to our programme. On Wednesday, Year 4 students
were unable to visit the Youth Park as planned however a back-up plan was put into action and
the MPH replaced the Youth Park. Special thanks goes to Gillian Gray for sharing her expertise
with the children in Year 4. On Wednesday evening many parents came to visit classes to learn
more about what the PYP looks like in the different year groups. In November we have planned
an Introduction to the IB PYP Parent Information Session designed specifically for parents who
are new to the programme.
Year 3 have re-scheduled their visit to Taiping Zoo on Thursday, 1st October. Year 6 will present
their Fashion Parade on Thursday 1st October at 10:30am in the foyer. Parents are invited to
attend. On Friday morning, 2nd October year 6 students plan to visit the Batik Factory in Teluk
Bahang.
Future Events
Thursday 1st October
Thursday 1st October
Friday 2nd October
10th - 18th October
Thursday 29th October
Friday 13th November
Tuesday 24th November
Wednesday 16th December
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I enjoyed visiting the Mosque and learning about how Muslims pray. I
enjoyed eating roti canai and drinking teh tarik. I like walking around
and smelling different foods. Lastly, I enjoyed listening to the man from
the Mosque reciting in Arabic language.
Johanne 5s
Ive learnt that the Buddhists burn joss sticks to pray to their Gods, there
are different sizes of joss sticks. The Muslim kids have to learn the Arabic
language, reading and writing so that they can read their Holy Book
because they have to memorize it.
Vridhi 5s
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Likewise, Mr. Skinner will be there awaiting you 2 hours prior to departure time at Secret
Recipe.
Upon return, please pick your children up at the airport in a timely manner. Also, make sure to
inform a staff member from Uplands before taking your child with you.
During our trip, you can contact the school if you have any queries related to our trip. The trip
leaders and school administration will be in contact at all times.
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Next, for those who havent done so as yet, please remember to complete the request for
information through SurveyMonkey:
For year 10:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2015Year10Bintan
For year 11:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2015Year11Krabi
The SurveyMonkey login is:
ISPUplands
UplandsSchool
Please complete the surveys as soon as possible as the information is crucial for the insurance.
Finally, please allow me to ask you once more to pack lightly as your children might have to
carry their luggage for quite a distance before reaching their accommodation.
If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me through
kim.derudder@uplands.org
Thank you.
With kind regards,
Kim Derudder
Head of Year 10 & 11
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Flight details;
Fly Penang-KL-Padang
AK6111 04OCT PG-KL 0835 0935
AK405 04OCT KL-PDG 1325 1330
AK404 09OCT PDG-KL 1355 1605
AK6128 09OCT KL-PG 1935 2030
Accommodation;
Sunday-Tuesday will be spent at Echo Homestay, Harau. The best source of information
regarding the homestay is via TripAdvisor.
Wednesday and Thursday we will be staying at Nuansa Maninjau Resort; website,
www.nuansamaninjau.com.
MAKE SURE YOUR PARENTS KNOW THEY NEED TO PICK YOU UP FROM THE AIRPORT
AT 8:30PM ON FRIDAY 9TH OCTOBER.
Plan the public game on day 4 together with the local people
In the afternoon we divide the group in 2:
Group A. Flying fox +waterfall trek.
Group B. Bamboo rafting
After dinner camp fire Jagung Bakar, Pisang Bakar (BBQ corn and banana)
Day 4. Wed 7 Oct. After breakfast:
Group A. Bamboo Rafting
Group B. Flying fox +waterfall trek.
After that, organize a carnival game on the new volleyball field!!
After this event we go to Nuansa hotel, stopping on the way at Lawang Panorama and Sungai
Landir Panorama.
Check in to Nuansa hotel.
Day 5. Thu 8 Oct. After breakfast agriculture trek with breathtaking panoramic views over one
of the worlds most beautiful lakes.
After lunch back to Nuansa hotel rest and afternoon play football and games with local kids team.
We will add local cooking here also to the mix!
Day 6. Fri 9 Oct. After breakfast early morning drive back to Padang.
Andrew North
Head of Faculty Humanities
Arrival back at school will be 4:00pm Friday 9th October. Please collect your child promptly from
the main school gates.
DONT FORGET
Bring a sleeping bag, small pillow and ground mat (labelled with name) in addition to a soft
travel bag and their day bag. Bring a second pair of shoes as one day their feet will get wet. Bring
a torch for the evenings and long trousers and tops might be preferable to avoid scratches and
mosquitos.
If you as parents have any last minute questions please dont hesitate to contact me
lynsey.collis@uplands.org and I will do my best to answer your queries. We do have back-up
plans for pollution and wet/ stormy weather but I can assure you your children will have a great
time and I know they are all very much looking forward to the experience.
Ms Collis
Head of Years 8/9
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Boarding students competed in the first lip-sync battle in the boarding house this year. The
majority of students were involved, if not in performing then in judging, hosting and organising
the music for the event.
Six acts battled it out in the first round to go through to the final. The three finalists, who had to
present a second song, were MNSS, (Michelle, Natalia, Selina and Sydney) Joe, Joel and YiYang,
plus Jackson C and Soon Aun. It was extremely close, but the judges decided that Jackson and
Soon Aun had all the makings of lip sync champions, closely followed by Joe, Joel and YiYang,
with MNSS hot on their heels in third place. I must say a huge thank you to all of the boarders
for getting involved and giving us all an entertaining evening.
It was also NGs last evening with all the boarders together, as on Sunday morning she left
Uplands School and Boarding House to join her family in Canada. It was great to see her friends
come to say goodbye to her and we all wish her the very best for the future.
The fun continued on Sunday afternoon when the majority of boarders showed off their bowling
skills at Penang Bowl in Georgetown. The students had a great time bowling, laughing, eating
and drinking and generally enjoying themselves.
Next week will see Friday night Movie Night then a great trip to Jump Street for an afternoon of
trampolining with Miss Marshall.
Lynne Pearson
Boarding House Parent
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The IB programmes at Uplands School promote the education of the whole person, emphasizing
intellectual, personal, emotional and social growth, with the principle of educating the whole
person for a life of active, responsible citizenship.
The IB Learner Profile is a set of ten attributes and descriptors (on the next page) that define the
type of learner the IB hopes to develop through its programmes. They are also the type of
learners that Uplands hopes to develop, not just through the PYP and the DP but across the whole
school.
All of our primary students are familiar with the learner profile through our hugely successful
Primary Years Programme. Our Diploma Programme students (Years 12 and 13) are also aware
of their importance; the ten profiles can be seen in most classrooms and as wonderful artwork in
the refectory. We have been increasingly bringing the ten learner profiles into the lower
secondary school and they will feature strongly in the upcoming ELP trips.
On our recent IB DP Day, the new Year 12 students were split into groups that then had to work
together to create totems that not only represented their group, but also all ten learner profiles.
Their efforts were so impressive that we have included photographs of all the totems they
created. Can you spot the ten learner profiles in each totem?
Mr Andrew Cartlidge
IBDP Coordinator
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Our next social gathering is now confirmed for a PIZZA EVENING at the Golden Sands on
TUESDAY the 6th OCTOBER 6.00-8.00PM. This is more of a social occassion compared to our
Coffee mornings, and Children are also welcomed.
Please, if possible, RSVP to
pizza@upta.my
Please find below list of Clubs and Contacts if you would like to participate:
Monday Football 8-9pm on the Astro Turf @UPLANDSfootball@upta.my
Monday Titans Netball League 6-9pm in the Sports Hall @ UPLANDSdean.metcalfe@uplands.org
Monday Softball 4.30-5.30pm on the Astro Turf @UPLANDSdavid.peake@uplands.org
Tuesday Ultimate Frisbee 5.30-6.30pm on the Astro Turf @ UPLANDSfrisbee@upta.my
Wednesday Basketball 7pm-9pm in the Sports Hall @ UPLANDSphilip.chao@uplands.org
Wednesday Badminton 5.40pm-7.00pm in the Sport Hall @UPLANDSbadminton@upta.my
Thursday Volleyball 4.30pm-5.30pm in the Sports Hall @UPLANDSandre.double@uplands.org
Thursday ART & CRAFT 8.30am-11.30am in School Canteen @UPLANDScraft@upta.my
Friday Touch Rugby 3.00pm-4.00pm on the Astro Turf @ UPLANDSandre.double@uplands.org
Saturday Morning Cycling Club, meet outside UPLANDS school @9.00amcycle@upta.my
There will be an announcement about TENNIS and PING PONG CLUBS soon, sorry for our
delay. We are hoping to start both of these from the week after next. If you are interested in any
SOCIAL or SPORTING activity for UPTA to support or set up please email activities@upta.my
Regarding our UPTA COMMUNITY PRIVILEGE PROGRAMME, please find the following
additional restaurant who has agreed to partner with us and extend privileges to our members
from today. The offer is subject to the same terms and conditions as before (i.e. not in
conjunction with other offers, and showing Uplands card upon payment or reservation):
Grumpiez Green Pepper Mexican, No. 27 Jalan Sungei Kelian, Tanjung Bungah, (Tel: 04 890 5880)
10% Discount on total bill, weekdays only.
If you are interested in the UPTA, its Committee, what we do, and for ANY general help about
life in PENANG please email committee@upta.my
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Thursday 12 to Saturday 14
November 2015
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