{"id":6243,"date":"2020-05-29T15:44:46","date_gmt":"2020-05-29T07:44:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/igbis.edu.my\/backupold2022\/?page_id=6243"},"modified":"2022-10-19T16:08:58","modified_gmt":"2022-10-19T08:08:58","slug":"issue-229","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wp.easytest.my\/igbis2022\/uncategorized\/issue-229\/","title":{"rendered":"IGBIS Newsletter, Issue 229"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Message from HoS<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Message Supporting our Secondary Students and Families in Transition<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n
PVO News<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Friends of the Phoenix<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n
News from IGB Family<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Message from HoS<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Mrs Anne Fowles, Head of School<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dear IGBIS Families,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Selamat Hari Raya!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We hope that those of you who were celebrating the festivities over last weekend were able to catch up safely with family members and enjoy this special time together. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thank you to the many people who have already come into school to return school resources. Our staff have appreciated your support in doing this. Sometimes the visits have coincided with other families returning things and of course, people want to catch up with each other, but we do ask that you try to follow social distancing guidelines shared by the government for the CMCO.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our principals and teachers in each part of the school have been discussing ways that we can still have some end of year events, even if these need to take place virtually or with distance, and they will share details of these with you soon. We are hoping that we can at least organise some form of our usual drive-by farewell for those of you who are able to call by on the last day of school, June 10th. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Have a great weekend ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Anne Fowles<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Supporting our Secondary Students and Families in Transition<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bill Mitchell (Grades 9-12 School Counsellor)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It would be a gross understatement to say that this has been an average year for students and families at IGBIS.  Not only did we prevail over our haze issues, we are now in the midst of the challenge of social distancing and movement control.  What these events will prove to all of us is that when people put their minds to a task and work together, we can persevere.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Something that is not uncommon each year in international schools in transition.  We are lucky enough to have friends and families from around the world that enrich our lives.  The downside is that there is the possibility that they will only be with us for a few years at a time.  When we consider this as moms and dads, friends, co-workers, we have to realise it is a process for both the \u201cleavers\u201d and those that stay behind.  Ms Skepper and I would like to offer some ideas for our Secondary families.  Please also see Ms Skepper\u2019s note from the last newsletter for ideas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Leave Well: Build a Raft<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is emerging research and personal experience that we can take from the study on Third Culture Kids\/Families that as expatriates do transition a great deal.  The article that I have linked above outlines the concept of building a RAFT.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are we building a boat? No, not literally. RAFT is an acronym that the late David C Pollock<\/a> developed to help people transition. This process of moving can take up to six months or more. Below is the simple form of this model. If you have the opportunity to go to a seminar or workshop \u2013 GO! Seriously, it will change the way you do the move \u2013 and I\u2019m not talking about a dance step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

R = Reconciliation <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Reconciliation is just that: reconciling with people, making the relationship right. Just because you leave a place doesn\u2019t mean the problem goes away. It doesn\u2019t \u2013 instead, it goes with you. Research has been done on health-related issues due to unforgiveness. Just google it and see for yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A = Affirmation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Is there anyone you are super thankful for? Anyone who has helped you greatly while living in that city? Tell them. Let them know how much you appreciate them and what they did for you, for your kids, for your family. Awkward? Write a letter to tell them \u2013 but just tell them. You have the opportunity to make someone feel appreciated \u2013 and you\u2019ll feel great that you did it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

F = Farewell<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This is the not so fun part; saying good-bye<\/a>. You immediately think of all the people you want to tell good-bye. An article<\/a> on this topic stated to rank your friends, which sounds harsh but may assist in prioritising and making sure you do say goodbye to your closest besties. Don\u2019t forget to say \u201cGood-bye\u201d to places and things as well. This may sound strange, but it really helps to bring closure. This one is important for kids as well. Plan these \u201cevents\u201d on a calendar so you get them in. I\u2019ll write more on this later this week\u2026so much you can do to help your kids here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

T = Think Destination<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s just that \u2013 think about the next place. How will it be different from where you are now? How will it be the same? Go through this dialogue with your kids as well. It will help them in the process. Look upon the internet and read about the new place and the exciting adventures that await.  Check it out on Google Maps. Reminder: It\u2019s okay to feel excited about the new destination as you say good-bye to all the old things. It\u2019s normal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A few other articles for consideration:<\/p>\n\n\n\n