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His Royal Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej
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LONG LIVE THE KING
HIS MAJESTY KING MAHA VAJIRALONGKORN BODINDRADEBAYAVARANGKUN
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Message from the President Dear NIVA Community, This school year has been a strong house clearing year that has brought us a few but highly rewarding accomplishments. To mention some are: 1. The restructuring of the school board, which will go through more fine-tuning to include specialists in the areas of law, corporate risk protection, and legal advice. 2. The establishment of career concentrations for the high school students and an advising system from the time they join Grade 9. All high school students must have their college education preparation aligned with their career plans to follow their four-year education. This information is published in the SY 2019-20 Student and Parent Handbook. 3. The office administration, level divisions, and curriculum and instruction departments have now become more independent and interconnected, and are making huge real changes in their departments. 4. The Physical Education and Sports department completed a restructure of including and providing training for sports competitions within the color house system of the school and for inter-school competitions. We are also witnessing how our students’ maturity have grown over the years, how they have become more interconnected with other schools in Thailand, and participating in global platforms. Another aspect of this maturity is the involvement of parents in NPSC and NSSB, which are becoming more formalized and focused. Looking back at our previous school years, we have much to celebrate and be thankful for! It just seemed like yesterday when our staff, students and parents helped our school earn a 5 Year Accreditation from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). This school year, we have had one of the best visits that are making real positive changes in the school. As we look forward to ushering in another school year with more goals to meet and many exciting activities. NATHANNONT CHAISURIYANTHARN President, NIVA American International School
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Message From The Chairman
A school is much more than an institution where our kids learn and graduate from. Certainly, the students are always in the center of interest, but let’s remember that a school can only be successful when all stakeholders work together as a whole - or as Mr. Anthony says: As a Holon (that means Universum, totality, or whole in Latin). We, the students, the parents and family members, the teachers, the school management, and the staff, understand that only if everyone tries his or her very best, NIVA is and will be the best school for our kids. A successful student emerges from this environment we create - at home, at school, and everywhere. But success also emerges from failures: Teachers and parents are the most important partners for the students to enable them to embrace failures and be prepared for another try. They show them that critical thinking, creativity, unconventional and innovative ideas, resilience, teamwork, freedom of speech, and a follow-through attitude are the ingredients of success - not only for themselves, their families, and friends but for the society as a whole. I would like to thank all NIVA teachers, parents, and the NIVA management and staff for their daily work and motivation to teach our kids.
DR. ROLAND PETRASCH Chairman of the NSSB
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TEACHERS Subject Teachers
English Department
Darly Spencer Rosenberry (Head of Dept.)
James Edward Ford
Emin Goleman
Christopher Cromeans
Math Department
Nanjan Bheeman Sivakumar (Head of Dept.)
Farzam Garshasbi
Sun Jing
Horst Baelz
Alexander De Guzman
Rae Melvin Role Pantoja
Janet Role De Guzman
Sun Jing
Science Department
Rae Melvin Role Pantoja (Head of Dept.)
Horst Baelz
Ludolf Dupon
Nanjan Bheeman Sivakumar
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TEACHERS Subject Teachers
Humanities Department
James Edward Ford (Head of Dept.)
Gabriel Pierce
Christopher Cromeans
Csaba Nagy
Marlon Adrian Nuguit Esguerra
Language Department
Niorn Sudthiswat (Head of Dept.)
Amphika Pombuppa
Niranan Wilairattanakul
Puangpetch Tirakunburana
Sichao Tang
Sun Jing
Ma Xiaojie
Nopparat Rewatto
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TEACHERS Subject Teachers
IT Department
Alexander De Guzman (Head of Dept.)
Janet Role De Guzman
Maria Teresa Ortiz
Glenna Petersen
PE Department
Lourdes Gualvez Caramol (Head of Dept.)
Csaba Nagy
Faghri Allie
Argie Baltaken
Fine Arts Department
Atit Dej-udomlarp (Head of Dept.)
Johnny Ibanez
Arien Van Lavieren
Marc Genson Esteves
TEACHERS Elementary School
Philippe Burelle (Head of Dept.)
Anna Catherine Williams
Erin Elizabeth Johnson
Frances Takemoto
Kaniz Asiya Thakur
Maria Teresa Ortiz
Marlar Win Than
Nivol Niemi
Glenna Petersen
Jordan Perez
Sneha Parappuram John
Arlene Bendicio
Awit Esguerra
Narni Joy Vegafria
Leyla Grace T. PareĂąas
Dianne Nilles
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TEACHERS Kindergarten Teachers
Charity Grace Bugay-ay (Head of Dept.)
Jirawan Janpreyakun
Maureen Theresa Donohue
Junnalie Sales Pilar
Jolly Saguban Castro
Vinia Fausto Malla
Veronica Kay Mashek
Patcharaporn Boonprasert
Prime Pecthboot
Sarunchana Wattanasira
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STAFF Office Staff
Pornthip Uaattthakarn
Jerubem Era
Mra Pan San
Naruebeth Khakhanmanee
Benyarat Wiriyanithinon
Thayika Phumkham
Siriporn Loonlha
Songvuth Wongbudhichai
Sudawadee Pho-ong
Sunattaya Jansuwan
Benjawan Saeueng
Palmyra Hoy
Honey Grace Escanlar Cordero
Chavisa Glinjun
Wimonphan Meerot
Jelt Maiden Tangonan
Jeschelle Burgos
Wanwisa Roduna
Preeyarrat Jangun
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GROUND STAFF Chefs, Cafeteria, Book Room & Coffee Shop Staff
Pornpiphat Nuengkanya
Kyun Nyar Phaw
Somparn Nadee
Naw Mi San Aye
Prakong Vilaibool
Wonnapa Numklay
Phakraporn Sriprasert
Sujika Intharasawan
Chonticha Nuan-iam
Nachanok Losuwan
ACADEMIC SUPPORT Guidance, Library & Science Laboratory
Angkakul Taprom
Unmin Kaewdee
Naphawan Pholsuwan
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GROUND STAFF Gardeners, Housekeeping and Maintenance Staff
Janchai Klungpimay
Than Than Myint
Juthamat Nackjang
Wanphen Insingthong
Kularb Lardlun
Than Kyi Thein
Mintra Oungmit
Aye Hla
Nattaya Udomphon
San Win Khaing
Hippy Keovonsa
Tun Tin
Sayan Phoomdee
Ekachai Eknavekulchai
Ba Khaing
Suntorn Luekaya
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Kindergarten
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Message from the Head of Kindergarten
Learning, just like any adventure we take in life, begins with a single step. But as one goes through it day by day, enjoying the hours away, time will seem to fly. And just like that, another school year is over and a new one will soon begin. But as it is a journey, we should focus on what and how things unfold, rather than on when to finish and on what waits ahead. As the saying goes “Success is a journey, not a destination.” How do we measure a year in the kindergarten? August ushered us into the excitement of a new school year. Old friends met again and new teachers and students joined us. Tears were also a part of the new beginning. September was when we had the Teachers’ Day ceremony - a day when our teachers were honored. We also had our KG Day Camp - a day of circus fun. October brought in the Halloween thrill. We were all dressed up and enjoyed a lot of sweet treats. November made possible the delight of exploring things outside of the school. We went on a field trip to Sea Life Bangkok Ocean World where we learned more about sea creatures. We also celebrated Loy Krathong, honoring one important Thai tradition. December was short but sweet. We raised funds to help refugees at the Mae Sot border and made a lot of people happy. We also gave nice gifts to each other. January had us celebrate Children’s Day. For sure, it was the most fun! Kindergarten would not be possible without children! February sent us running, jumping, and racing through our KG Sports Day. Everyone played hard and everyone was a winner! March filled our days as we planned for the NIVA Fun Fair. We performed and played; joined by our parents, classmates, schoolmates, friends, and visitors. April was festive as we danced, honored our parents, and had water fun for Songkran. May came much faster than we thought it would. Graduation got us all happy and sad. Happy to have had such a great year. And sad that we had to say goodbye. But more than all the big celebrations we had each month, what happened in between was what mattered most. We got to meet and make new friends. We got better at reading, writing, counting, and coloring. We got along well with each other, we sang and danced together, learned to get up each time we fell, learned how to say sorry, made mistakes and learned from them, got better at doing things on our own, enjoyed working together, and so much more. And with all these, we knew that we were a team, a family - that kindergarten is made up of tiny hands and feet and hearts connected together in love and respect. Thank you children for a year full of wonderful memories - playing and learning together, with warm hugs and interesting conversations that will be treasured forever. Thank you KG parents for your generous support and warm partnership. Thank you KG teachers for your hard work, patience, dedication and passion. Because of you all, it was a wonderful journey through the school year 2018 - 2019! CHARITY GRACE BUGA-AY Kindergarten Coordinator
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Nursery Ms. Jolly Castro
Teacher’s Remarks
A little message for my little ones: How fast the year did go! We sang, we read, we learned so much and shared all the fun. Everyone is very special in this class. How I loved to be your teacher. I saw the smiles grow on each face and watched as your sparkling eyes light up whenever we discover something new. I’ve witnessed these little children play and learn, grow and change from day to day. I hope that all the things we’ve done have helped you in many ways. You’ll always be a part of me, and I’ll be a part of you.
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Prung Arayajittipong
Potchara Udompornvasin
Kriditat Phongsri
“Sometimes the littlest things take up the most room in your heart.” -from Disney’s Oh, Pooh Bear
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Kindergarten 1 Ms. Vinia Fausto Malla
Teacher’s Remarks
Hello little angels! I want you all to know that I’m very pleased to have been your teacher this year. I’ve seen how much you’ve grown and I’m very proud of your progress. Thank you for the hugs and laughter, it was a fruitful year for all of us! I’m also grateful to your parents for being supportive and cooperative with me throughout this year. I wish to see you happy and successful in all you do. Congratulations!
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Jasmine Burelle
Pitch Pombuppa
Wanrada Jongjairak
Thachatorn Kulkalyadee
Kanittha Somsuk
Chusanah Apipattarachai
Jason Xu
Napapat Ittianan
Nitpat Preechajaroenpanya
Trin Yupraphat
Kitchakorn Triwattana
Panpinwich Phongsri
Pimnara Supanimittakul
Garnthapat Sethanand
Kittaphak Apitanapong
Pachara Choojit
Vida Chansiremeta
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Kindergarten 2 Ms. Veronica Kay Mashek
Teacher’s Remarks This is an excellent class! They are so fun and energetic! Im looking forward to see how they will change and grow in the future!
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Arsham Garshasbi Prasertsubpakit
Woradorn Pekka Kanjanasatit
Nathanicha Srirojanakul
Pimmanee Wongwanakul
Sirisook Janamrung
Pattanapong Laotanasakul
Sudchanan Krirkraikijporn
Phukij Wanitchotikarn
Angelina Anthony
Nutchanon Choterapeewat
Popsapat Boonserm
Terry Zeng
Ratha Taladilokpat
Ming Yao Li
Alice Preechavanichvong
Pran Arayajitipong
Praechombhu Tunmikapong
Chen Quanru
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Kindergarten 3G Ms. Maureen Theresa Donohue
Teacher’s Remarks
“Ms. Maureen’s K3G class is full of intelligent, energetic students. The K3G class is always eager to learn and work with others. We shared many multicultural events together this year and memorable moments. I thoroughly enjoyed being your homeroom teacher this school year. I will miss you very much and wish you all the luck in the world for your bright future!”
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Nakhun Chakorngowit
Worachot Fu
Priyakorn Impitiwong
Irwin Panichakarn
Panatat Pethpoonlarp
Phitcha Piturat
Han Ge Su
Chengwei Sun
Maharsumut Teeranontamongkol
Alanchakorn Pornpilipun
Anontavit Vesaruchavit
Katharina Yimchareon
Jirawat Srisawasd
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Kindergarten 3N Ms. Junnalie Sales Pilar
Teacher’s Remarks
The K3N class this year is a group of happy, adventurous and challenging students who are always on the go. They are brave to express what they think and feel. They are always eager to learn and experience new things. Teaching this class is always an exciting and challenging experience. There are no boring days when you are in K3N and I am glad to be their homeroom teacher. Good luck next year!
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Nuttanit Chotbunvong
Xuan Ming Cui
Gian Rafael Cordero Daborbor
Peerapat Indrakamhaeng
Peeraphat Kongpool
Zheng Ming Kun
Picha Piyawattanametha
Patravadee Pitayathon
Tanawat Sengkhakul
Inthadz Sathanakulphanich
Siriphatsara Siriwattanavarakorn
Kann Somsuk
Ekkawin Sriprasert
Kitpraorn Waiyamai
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Ekkawin Sriprasert
Gian Rafael Cordero Daborbor
Kann Somsuk
Kitpraorn Waiyanai
I want to be a soldier.
I want to be a soldier.
I want to be a doctor.
I want to be a make-up artist.
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Nuttanit Chotbunvong
Patravadee Pitayathon
I want to be a doctor.
I want to be a painter.
Peeraphat Kongpool
Picha Piyawattanametha
I want to be a doctor.
I want to be a pilot.
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Tanawat Sangkhakul
Ming Kun Zheng
I want to be a basketball player.
I want to be a soldier.
Xuan Ming Cui
Siriphatsara Siriwattanavarakorn
I want to be a police officer.
I want to be a singer.
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Inthadz Sathanakuliphanich
I want to be a nurse.
Peerapat Indrakamhaeng
I want to be a pilot.
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Nakhun Chajorngowit
Worachot Fu
I want to be a doctor.
I want to be a dentist.
Priyakorn Impitiwong
Irwin Panich
I want to be a doctor.
I want to be a dentist.
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Panatat Pethpoonlarp
Phitcha Piturat
I want to be a doctor.
I want to be a teacher.
Alanchakorn Pornpilipun
Han Ge Su
I want to be a basketball star.
I want to be a doctor.
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Chengwei Sun
Maharsamut Teeranon
I want to be a doctor.
I want to be a football player.
Anontavit Vesaruchavit
Katherina Yimchareon
I want to be a doctor.
I want to be a teacher.
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Jirawat Srisawasd
I want to be a doctor.
Meng Yan
I want to be an artist/painter.
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Elementary School
35 A
Message from the Head of Elementary
Every year, I have the privilege of witnessing something that words alone would not suffice to describe accurately. As students grow, so does the school, and so do I. It is an understatement to say that I learn as much from the students and the community as I teach them. In truth, I feel I have learned more from them than I could ever teach. As the head of elementary, it is with pride that I see students learn with joy and enthusiasm, surprising me at every turn with their creativity and thinking skills. It is also with pride that I count myself as a member of our community, a community filled with kindness, appreciation, and support. Amongst that community, at the heart of the elementary school, we find some of the greatest people I know: there are no words to describe the feeling I get when observing our elementary teachers in action, their dedication and hard work, fostering students’ growth academically and emotionally. There is no doubt that the students, their growth, their discoveries, their curiosity, and their happiness are what keeps making my position a blessing. That said, this is only true because of the support of those exceptional teachers, the outstanding staff, and the very supportive parents. NIVA (its students, its parents, its teachers, its staff, its community) is a synonym for family, a family I find myself returning to every year, eager to learn more, eager for the new discoveries it will lead to. PHILIPPE BURELLE Head of Elementary
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Grade 1G Ms. Maria Teresa Ortiz
Teacher’s Remarks Each day is like a new adventure with my bubbly 1G. Thank you for starting and ending my days with your cheerful smiles. Good luck in your next adventure.
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Elaura Burelle
John Macus Bendicio Espina
Gemma Hutchinson
Jiratch Intharasawan
Shi Wen Qin
Jason J Khantimongkol
Rungnada Mangkalad
Anthony Butters
Kasinpoj Pattralungkarn
Nichcha Preechajaroenpanya
Sahatsadon Puripanyo
Donpicha Sumpunwetchakul
Phuwanop Tharadilokpat
Thanatat Vanittherdthai
Prapawarin Hotrawaisaya
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Grade 1N Ms. Glenna Petersen
Teacher’s Remarks “The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away.” -Pablo Picasso
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Surasan Buabud
Dilan Chansirimeta
Yi Feng Choo
Jieana Lexi Role De Guzman
Poppy Kalaya Dennis
Patchara Ittianan
Jinthicha Kiratinantapreche
Kulprapat Chandakaew
Penthai Numjam
Lertphisidh Peslapunt
Papungkorn Preecha
Phuwapat Tharadilokpat
Pimchombhu Tinmikapong
Matthew Butters
Nutcha Yupraphat
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Grade 2G Ms. Nivol Niemi
Teacher’s Remarks It has been a great year of learning. 2G has been a fun, energetic, hardworking group of learners. Every member of our community has added so much to our experience together. From sharing personal experiences to excitement about learning new things, each day has made this year an unforgettable time. I wish all of you the best in grade 3 and beyond.
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Alice Tichada Barnes
He Cheng
Yu-an Tenedero Esguerra
Thamonwan Fu
Sukhita Gopinath
Dakanda Naknan
Thananpat Pairojkitthavorn
Visedjindawat Peerased
Primapa Pongpisutvanich
Jirayu Rattanajariya
Anyapun Rerkpattanapipat
Phudit Sombatpan
Teerachaot Songtis
Sirinut Toomsap
Yatouchpong Wisetsomsakul
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Grade 2N Ms. Kaniz A. Thakur
Teacher’s Remarks My little Minions in Grade 2N are simply adorable! They are energetic, delightful and smart; with an expressive imagination and ingenious creativity. Over the four Quarters, I have watched them grow up to be thoughtful and responsible individuals and I wish them the best for Grade 3!
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Kultida Apitanapong
Ditakorn Chanchitsopon
Pin Ying Choo
Suttha Chuengsatiensup
Supichapa Indrakamhaeng
Wallapa Jongjairak
Natphasut Krajangrat
Ray Phannikorn
Panisara Pongpisutvanich
Nutt Prakongwong
Nataphat Tassanasuwan
Chacharnat Prawatyothin
Suthera Tongsom
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Grade 3G Mr. Jordan Perez
Teacher’s Remarks “Teachers are really just big kids with big hearts”
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Avery James Banes
Ariyapas Buakant
Nutchanan Bunnang
Xin cheng
Sudarat Chiranonthiva
Praiya Han
Phokawin Jairakkhwanmetta
Nichakhun Khamsrikaew
Natthapon Rongklad
Prima Songthong
Piraya Songthong
Peeradol Suttapreeyasri
Komrat Tarntaweewichien
Bunnathud Thipphibal
Parima Viwatassawin
Nawapol Wongprom
Yuri Kim
Montaya Tayahepisuth
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Grade 3N Ms. Frances Takemoto
Teacher’s Remarks
“Teachers who love teaching teach children who love learning.” 3N’s curiosity to learn something new every day made my job so enjoyable and interesting. Wishing you the best of luck next year!
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Danny Chansirimeta
Tawich Chounont
Siraviskon Foda
Mary Irene Itchayatikun
Napasorn Kanaviwatchai
Pawanwarin Nitthanate
Parisa Nokthanonk
Darren Rubellin
Krittin Sudlapa
Warittha Sukonthachart
Kamonluck Triyotee
Zulli Usaprom
Baramee Wanlopbanhan
Wuttikorn Watcharapimonpan
Krittapas Yasena
Natkritta Vichitrujanaphan
Plaifar Yeung
Xiao Ai Liu
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Grade 4 Ms. Anna Williams
Teacher’s Remarks The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go. I am so proud of each one of you. Thank you for learning and growing with me. Best wishes next year. Make me proud and don’t forget to ‘knock it off!’
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Sorawit Apiwatwaninthorn
Prakoon Charoenlerdsiriwanich
Priya Charoensook
Preeyapat Pairojkitthavorn
Chutiya Denkesineelam
Peimai Joshua Dennis
Apicha Fu
Chandriya Gopinath
Teeramet Rojanapanukorn
Kamolthip Hanirojrum
Phutanat Jacoby JR
Thapanan Janyajarasporn
Pawinthita Kitkransangvorn
Tiffany Zeng
Meesukh Apipattarachai
Napat Tansiri
Polthakorn Chatvisuta
Pun Rattanajariya
Urassaya Uchipaiboonvong
Ang Pattarwan Marlene
Pawat Vanittherdthai
Chayanat Vichitrujanaphan
Thanadej Promploy
Visedjindawat Supitcha
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Grade 5G Ms. Erin Johnson
Teacher’s Remarks “It is our choices that show what we truly are, far more than our abilities.” -Dumbledore (Harry Potter)
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Wasina Itthipoowadol
Phonsawan Kamun
Kanyanat Kanjanarin
Tatchakrit Manusnon
Kruekkul Nuadgam
Khunnapat Phannikorn
Hasavi Pitak-Angkul
Aonsiri Praditphonlert
Wanphansa Preecha
Pirapat Somwattana
Supassorn Sthirasuta
Jiratchaya Thanomboon
Zifei Wang
Chun Yu Wei
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Grade 5N Ms. Marlar Win Than
Teacher’s Remarks “When given the choice between being right or being kind, choose kind.” ~ Wonder
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Tinna Aroonwechkul
Eion Joseph Limpiado Buga-ay
Naphat Chakorngowit
En Xin Liu
Pawarisa Khanchanaat
Johnson Li
Aya Miyamoto
Dorian Rubellin
Pattharakorn Satharalai
Thee Somroop
Sarah Thongprasoot
Kaavya Upadyaya
Yada Wattanachongkol
Poonnapop Wongprom
Xiao Nan Liu
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Middle School
Message from the Middle School Coordinator
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Dear Niva Community, We have just completed another fantastic academic year at NIVA American International School. As the Middle School Division Coordinator, I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to parents, administration, teachers and especially students for their continuous support and endeavors for making NIVA a more nurturing and virtuous place where every individual can grow and succeed. Also, I would like to thank the team who made this yearbook and allowed us to share and remember our achievements in the school year 2018-19. 2018-19 was a fruitful year for Middle School students. They, with the help of our robust Student Intervention Plan and the assistance of their caring teachers, managed to lift the levels of their literacy, mathematical understanding, and science as it is evident from the results of MAP tests. Moreover, aside from the academic aspect, our Middle School students have been involved in a variety of meaningful and fun activities to help them build confidence and character so that they will be emotionally and socially ready to move on to High School. The most noteworthy of these events include Respect for Diversity Day, MS Camp, Fun Fair, Songkran, and more. Although 2018-19 was an excellent and successful year, we are constantly evaluating our actions and adjusting them for a better and more efficient future. This has been possible mainly because of our closeness as a community and teamwork. As Henry Ford wisely said: “Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is progress; working together is a success.� With kindest regards, FARZAM GARSHASBI Middle School Division Coordinator
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Grade 6G Mr. Emin Golemen
Teacher’s Remarks A small class, with big hearts. We worked very hard and had so much fun together. I feel very proud of how much you have grown over this year, and wish you a future as bright as your minds.
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Prin Chobkitchakarn
Jiratheep Chanpitakkul
Aung Kyaw Myo Aye
Pimpitcha Junpunya
Natalie Sjurseth
Pichaya Viwatassawin
Charnkacha Toomsap
Areeya Mae Carganilla
Phimchanok Tan Mukgard
Nichchamon Abdullor
Pantirakorn Sae Guo
Kulwatanayothin Nattha-attaporn
Pakin Han
Jing Lin Chen
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Grade 6N Mr. Marlon Adrian Esguerra
Teacher’s Remarks “I wanted to be successful, not famous.”
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Elly Wu
Primnutcha Bunnag
Pavin Charoensook
Yilin Jiang
Kanyapat Kaewkulsri
Nichanun Khamsrikaew
Chayapon Nonsee
Primrata Numkietiwongsa
Pawin Sukapan
Postsawat Rojanapanukorn
Kullada Sarethaveekul
Pitchayapa Songthong
Sarun Tuedic
Alina Udomsaph
Punnapas Udomtham
Jirath Promploy
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Grade 7 Mr. Johnny Lou Ibanez & Ms. Amphika Pombuppa
Teacher’s Remarks Do not work hard for grades. Work hard to learn what you need to learn. Grades will follow.
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Phuriphat Aiengthong
Suzanne Anthony
Tamisa Aroonwechkul
Apitchaya Denkesinelam
Kittinat Orachunka
Sasiprapha Darunyothin
Giselle Heading
Bruno Venicious Horta
Jinze Huang
Priyakorn Lamon
Aksaraphat Akrathanaroj
Kittiya Apitanapong
Wadjanapa Itthipoowadol
Panchapol Jarungkitkul
Pibulsombuti Justin
Manutsawin Kamonwaranon
Photsatorn Wangsuphadilok
Tran Le Thao Linh
Austin Maiocchi
Napat Tantiyagul
Nitchanan Suksawad
Suttipat Suttapreeyasri
Maninthorn Tharakhet
Penny Velasco
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Grade 8G Mr. Awadhesh Kumar
Teacher’s Remarks
Genius Kids with the ability to excel in different fields. Wishing all the best for their future.
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Nathan Seung Jay Cha
Peerapat Apipornsakul
Yunze Huang
Latima Khemklad
Parisa Charoensook
Chutikarn Kanchanaart
Maypitcha Pokornkovin
Vengkeng Meng
Rachata Siwasutum
Aritat Buncherd
Supisa Sukseree
Nakorn Tansiri
Photpornpitak Thanyaporn
Apiwit Thitiluk
Atthita Pitak-Angkul
Phatarida Tiemsing
Pavornpas Udomtham
Milin Udomsaph
Tisanaphas Yimchareon
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Grade 8N Mr. Farzam Garshasbi
Teacher’s Remarks
You have been the best class I have ever taught. You are cheerful, ambitious, sincere, and truly intelligent. I am positive that you will be the future leaders of the world, making it a better place. My heart will always be with you.
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Chavakorn Arunkunarax
Yanisa Hemaruchatanan
Pann Chobkitchakarn
Wichaya Komahawong
Thanapat Pairotkitthavorn
Pingpan Krutdumrongchai
Clyde Karol Licardo Leano
Tanut Panitpichetvong
Tanat Leewattanakarn
Jeehye Maeng
Pabhinwich Manodham
Pichamon Songthong
Titanond Omi
Marianne Ella Tumala Pilongo
Tansiri Paditphonlert
Alilada Vagyoczki
Kunapas Sumpunwetchakul
Pichan Thongsuk
Savanna Petersen
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High School
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Message from the Head of High School
High School graduation is the first in a series of very challenging hurdles that you will be asked to jump over the course of your life. These hurdles mark the culmination of thousands of hours of hard work, coupled with the tremendous emotional and financial investment each of you, and your families, have committed to this massive endeavor. It may seem to you now that the nuances of Algebra II, or the writing of A.P.A. papers was futile, but I assure you they will pay dividends. You see, it is not necessarily the mastery of these subjects that is so valuable, it is the understanding that the training one undergoes as they work towards completing these classes that helps us to develop a well-rounded approach to problem solving and life in general. You will all look back on these formative years of your education with different feelings. Some of you will long for the ease of high school academic work in comparison with the rigors of university requirements, while others will bask in the glow of remembering a time before bills and bosses. One thing that you will all agree on however, is that your high school years were the ones that best helped you to discover who you really are and what it is that you most want out of life. GABRIEL PIERCE High School Head
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Grade 9G Mr. Horst Baelz
Teacher’s Remarks
Unicorns have their secrets.
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Kulijana Benyabhawongs
Gabriel Lorenzo Flores Ceballo
Pattarapol Horsuwan
Tarntipthanwa Jitchayanunkul
Ravin Lapupatum
Dan Michael Fausto Malla
Tita Matrot
Atita Nanthatanakij
Nada Paesalasakul
Panita Wattanaponpada
Peeramitr Boonmak
Bipasa Pradhan
Umer Abdullah Saleem
Yixian Isaac Tan
Parit Vacharaskunee
Pinyapat Sawate-Ariyasiri
Yueh-Hsuan Wu
Kawin Yam
MengHan Li
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Grade 9N Mr. James Ford
Teacher’s Remarks
I had an amazing time with my students in 9N! The activities and the laughter never seemed to end. You guys were awesome and all of you were wonderful. Because of you, my time at NIVA was never dull. Thanks and see you again for another round in Grade 10!
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Sebastian Noel Alavi
Narasha Ford
Supawat Horsuwan
Similan Kanjanapen
Nisha Shintadapong
Nontapat Nappakao
Nadia Paesalasakul
Richard Roland Petrasch
Pathorn Preyaprawat
Emily Thidarat Prins
Xiao Long Sia
Sirawich Smitsomboon
Nutdanai Sirinuanchonaon
Santiratch Tumlamai-ngam
Ananya Upadhyaya
Bhuricha Prakongsang
Linran Fu
Pipu Vacharaskunee
Pasika Viwatassawin
Mirai Murakami
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Grade 10G Mr. Ludolf Du Pon
Teacher’s Remarks
Tapeworms, starfish, bonobos, students, we’re all just variations on a sac where food goes in and waste goes out, just remember to stay curious.
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Tawan Aroonwechkul
Jakkraphat Chanthararomlumduan
Suphanut Chuenarom
Pataranid Mattapongsri
Mindha Nandakwang
Pantida Naprasert
Kittipong Nimitthanachote
Orasri Sae-tieo
Propreeya Phinitkunwiwat
Minlada Preedakulphanit
Pawarisa Rodjakhen
Solatthika Roypromma
Puri Tantiyagul
Siwach Toprasert
Zachery Louwi Arkana
Tanawut Bramtoh
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Grade 10N
Mr. Sivakumar Nanjan Bheeman
Teacher’s Remarks
My first year at NIVA, being your homeroom teacher was a wonderful experience. As a Mathematics teacher, I always tried to handle the subject with a broad view and could deliver some concepts and ideas with all your great support. It was a delight being your homeroom teacher this year. Wish you all success in your future endeavors.
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Shannon Anthony
Phubase Chadaratthiti
Phalitchakarn Khaodee
Puriyod Laohabutr
Phatlapha Limthong
Vengkheang Meng
Kittiphat Nimittanachote
Pudid Paosuwan
Natnicha Parinyanusorn
Rasarin Piratwarathorn
Atchara Rabeapana
Supravee Srisathaporn
Pornapat Supmee
Gorn Wannapairote
Hikaru Yasuda
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Grade 11G Mr. Alexander de Guzman
Teacher’s Remarks
“Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.” – Thomas A. Edison
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Krittabun Jankaew
Chanannetr Chanyasak
Ravisara Parinyanusorn
Sydney Elzabeth Herman
Aynaz Nirada Zohrevand
Narika Pramunwong
Sirasich Jayagupta
Jin Woo
Pokchok Chokpongpun
Chane Bharinagul
Rangsiman Nuadngam
Zhou Ziyao
Kulchat Harnchanpanich
Phuttipol Phusamlee
Ploynapas Sirinuanchonaon
Nathanon Nusen
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Grade 11N Mr. Rae Melvin Pantoja
Teacher’s Remarks
G11 - N, thank you for the opportunity of teaching you. Please keep in mind that investment in knowledge pays the best interest. Good luck for next school year!
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Nirinda Srisman
Alyssa Camille T. Carganilla
Chonnakan Janyajaraporn
Kunanont Kanokmaneeporn
Punyapa Leephokanon
Sirivayad Limchareon
Tanakorn Namngern
Patarakorn Pombuppa
Yang Shi
Nicholay Sjurseth
Thitipong Thanansirichet
Chalisa Wongthanasopon
Bheesama Prakongsang
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Grade 12G Mr. Daryl Spencer Rosenberry
Teacher’s Remarks
Though struggles may come and go, the lessons learned will stay with you forever!!
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Yada Apipaattarachai
Parichaya Leartwichyakarnon
Charudech Jongcharoenkijarn
Cyrel Clark Licardo Leano
Peeh Pitakpongsutee
Pongpatapee Peerapatanapokin
Proud Promrat
Isabelle Yitong Tan
Irin Vanitchaerntham
Natasong Yuan
Nattaradon Prindawattanasiri
Sirada Kasemlonnapa
Jun Young Oh
Zimu Tian
Tanakorn Wongsarakham
Phanuwat Apipornsakul
Sireeporn Laohabutr
Nitcharee Karunworawong
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Grade 12N Ms. Niranun Wilairattanakul
Teacher’s Remarks
Coming together is a Beginning. Keeping together is Progress. Working together is Success. - Henry Ford
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Aeron Jan Role De Guzman
Nittinun Boonyakida
Tae Young You
Ching-Lin Lee
Natharika Pama
Don Nilmongkol
Kanyapat Taechapeti
Kamolchan Tongthiraj
Teetuch Limpunyalert
YiDuo Li
Thanapat Sristtidecharak
Gulnicha Wongthanasopon
Patchara Kittiprapas
Gabrielle Fausto Malla
Phromkum Suthidol
Hao Zheng
Pariyakorn Angkittisawatdi
Nattamon Panichakul
Pavit Trisoopavin
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HOMEROOM TEACHERS Daryl Rosenberry and Niranun Wilairattanakul
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SENIOR 2019 Aeron Jan R. de Guzman Asia Pacific International University and La Sierra University, USA Faculty of Science Program in Bioscience “Looking back at my experiences here at NIVA has helped me realize just how far we’ve gone. We created, built, and struggled through thick and thin together, and that’s something no one can ever take away from us.”
Nittinun Boonyakida Glasglow University, UK Faculty of Architecture “Life is great, but most of life is hard work.”
Tae Young You Delft University of Technology (TU Delft), Netherlands Faculty of Aerospace Engineering “The harder you push yourself, the greater the payback.”
SENIOR 2019 Ching-lin Lee Kasetsart University Faculty of Business Administration “Special thanks to Nitinun, Parichaya, Nitcharee, Pariyakorn, Proud and Henry for being my friend.”
Natharika Pama Thammasat University Faculty of Journalism and Mass Communication “Review your “SAT”.
Don Nilmongkol Mahidol University International College (MUIC) Faculty of International Business “Life is about making an impact, with an income.”
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SENIOR 2019 Kanyapat Taechapeti Mahidol University & University of Strathclyde, UK Faculty of Biomedical Engineering “A smile confuses an approaching frown”
Kamorichan Tongthiraj University of Queensland, Australia and Chulalongkorn University Faculty of Psychology “I write in prescriptivist and read in descriptivist because I believe in free speech but not free will. :/”
Teetouch Limpunyalert Dusit Thani College Culinary Arts and Restaurant Management “Do not give up on your dream and do the best you can, because if you put all of your effort into it, then the result will make your dream come true.”
SENIOR 2019 YiDuo Li Semmelweis University, Hungary Faculty of Dentistry “Life begins at the end of your comfort zone.”
Thanapat Srisittidecharak Macquarie University, Australia Faculty of Applied Finance “Don’t believe in your teachers, believe in yourself ”
Kulnicha Wongthanasopon Chulalongkorn University Faculty of Economics “ Never give up is a common quote you must have heard; However, it is the best life lesson which can be applied in every situation ”
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SENIOR 2019 Patchara Kittiprapas Silapakorn University International College and Rennes School of Business, France International Double Degree Programme in Event and Leisure Marketing “I’m a really happy guy, except when I’m in class”
Gabrielle Fausto Malla Silliman University, Philippines Faculty of Science “I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.” - Philipians 4:13
Suthidol Phromkum Dusit Thani College Culinary Arts and Restaurant Management “Most people call me Dol, but you can call me tonight. Thanks to a memorable high school year. :-)”
SENIOR 2019 Hao Zheng Chulalongkorn University School of Integrated Innovation “Dont follow your dreams, follow my IG: henryy_hz” hehe JKD ----------- serious quote incoming --------> “School is just like lots of toilet paper, you only miss it when it’s gone” Guys remember, “It’s a bad day, not a bad life!” ._.
Pariyakorn Angkittisawatdi Mahidol University International College (MUIC) Faculty of International Hospitality Management “If you know that 380,000 is not worth on your studies then better make it count on lunch.” Repeat after me “FOODS BEFORE DUDES!”
Natamon Panichakul Chulalongkorn University Faculty of Science Program in Applied Chemistry Baby Can’t You See, I’m Calling……….
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SENIOR 2019 Pavit Trisoopasin Thammasat University Faculty of Law “Be people heavy land YES I LOVE YOU ALL VERY MUCH XD XD XD”
Yada Apipattarachai Bangkok University and Middlesex University, UK International Double Degree Programme in Computer Graphics and Multimedia “Every problem is like a color in your life, so don’t be afraid to try something new :D”
Charudech Jongcharoenkijkarn Thammasat University Faculty of Journalism and Mass Communication “Wanna see me? Ig: earthcharudech”
SENIOR 2019 Cyrel Clark Licardo Leano Dusit Thani College Culinary Arts and Restaurant Management “Treasure those friends who pulled you out of darkness, they are special. Thank you He.An. Ja.Li.Do.Da.Mo.Me.Ni.Ne.Pe.Pu! PS. Subscribe to Cyrel’s Travel Vlog https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7U1K4jd0SptT5Tfo4So3DQ Follow my Journey on Instagram : @cyrelstravelvlog”
Pongpatapee Peerapatanapokin Purdue University, USA College of Engineering: Computer Engineering “Why make life easy when you can make it hard?” -Procrastination
Proud Promrat Chulalongkorn University Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts, Fashion Design “You may not see me but I’m always there, just look down.” -151cm friend
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SENIOR 2019 Isabelle Yitong Tan Parsons School of Design, New York, USA Communication Design “Bye! Will miss everyone.”
Irin Vanitchaearntham Hanze School of Applied Science, Minerva Art Academy, Netherlands Faculty of Design “Wahoo”
Natasong Yuan University of California, Davis, USA Faculty of Biologic al Sciences “Color my world with the chaos of trouble”
- plagiarized from somewhere
SENIOR 2019 Nattaradon Prindawattanasiri Mahidol University International College (MUIC) Faculty of International Hospitality Management “When senior year starts, SAT, IELTS, and Events repeat until the end of the year.”
Sirada Kasemlonnapa Chulalongkorn University Faculty of Dentistry I will miss everyone at the school. Thanks for all the memories.
Jun Young Oh Dongguk University, South Korea Faculty of Computer Science “True happiness comes when you don’t define it.”
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SENIOR 2019 Zimu Tian University of Birmingham, UK and Jinan University, China Faculty of Business Administration “Work harder than others and success will follow up.”
Tanakorn Wongsarakham Sirindhorn International Institute of Technology (SIIT), Thammasat University Faculty of Engineering “Hard work never betrays anyone. Welcome to the Billionaire Boys Club”
Phanuwat Apipornsakul University of the Arts London, UK Faculty of Architecture and Design “Just get along with your teachers.”
SENIOR 2019 Sireeporn Laohabutr Thammasat University Faculty of Law “Men fabricated history, but I and she(s) will write our own herstory.”
Nitcharee Karunworawong Mahidol University International College (MUIC) Faculty of International Hospitality Management and Tourism “You won’t become successful unless you encounter failure.”
Peeh Pitakpongsutee Mahidol University International College (MUIC) Faculty of International Relations and Global Affairs “18+1=19 and 19-1=18 <3 Love you all :D #hotgirlNCR #aowpala #onetimem6 #outlawrr”
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SENIOR 2019 Parichaya Leartwichayakamon Mahidol University International College (MUIC) Faculty of International Hospitality Management â&#x20AC;&#x153;Take the risk or lose the chanceâ&#x20AC;?
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QUARTER ONE August September
Mother’s Day Kindergarten Pajama Day Senior Bonding Camp Ror Dor SG Induction Ceremony Teacher’s Day Health Check-Up Kindergarten Day Camp
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MOTHER’S DAY
Mother’s Day in Thailand is a day to commemorate the birthday of H.M. Queen Sirikit - the mother of all Thai people. Every year, during the month of August, Thai households and public places are decorated with lights and portraits of the Queen. Mothers are known for their hard work and support of their family. During this event, students hand-crafted beautifully decorated cards to show their affection and gratitude to their mothers.
KINDERGARTEN PAJAMA DAY Kindergarten students wore pajamas to school on August 31 for the Pajama Day. They had their normal routine of classes, but the difference on this day could be seen in the smiles of the kids being excited to wear their “jammies”.
“I want to wear this everyday”, one student said.
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SENIOR BONDING Senior bonding camp is when grade 12 students enjoy their last year together. The goal was to develop friendships and to unite all students in an effort to support each other as they complete their final year of high school. This camp provided training for leadership skills, teamwork, unity, endurance, love, sincerity, compassion, and appreciation for all classmates. The students had a great time and gave thanks to all the teachers who supported this event.
ROR DOR Ror Dor is a military training program for students. Every male Thai citizen is required to attend at least 3 years of this arduous program during high school, and these boys get a chance to represent their country with pride and honor.
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SG INDUCTION CEREMONY The Student Government is run by a group of students who work hard to make the school a better place to learn. It is run by the SG President, who is elected at the end of every school year. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s President is Aeron de Guzman who promised to do his best to ensure that the students are happy. In order to be a member of the SG, students have to be elected by the other students. There are two SG representatives per class, including classes G and N, whose jobs are to focus on issues that currently face the school. Any complaints that students have are directed to the SG who work diligently to ensure that the problems are adequately addressed. They also work on managing the money needed in order to create successful and memorable events.
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TEACHERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S DAY WAI KRU DAY This year at NIVA, Wai Kru Day was held on September 6, 2018. It was a very special day where students expressed their love and showed their respect to their teachers by giving flowers and bowing to them.
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HEALTH CHECK-UP At the beginning of every school year, NIVA partners with a big hospital to provide medical health check-ups for the students, teachers and staff. The check-up includes checking the eyesight, general health, and giving vaccination. This process helps everyone to be physically ready for the school year.
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KINDERGARTEN DAY CAMP
KG Day Camp is a whole day event for children to have fun outside the classroom as well as to engage in fun outdoor activities with their friends. This year’s KG Day Camp took place in the school’s Heisler Hall where the theme was “Carnival”. Kids dressed up in colorful clothes and took part in carnival themed activities. Moreover, a clown came during the afternoon to make colorful balloons for kids. Snacks and food were also provided for the kids, and there were tents set up for them to take a nap during the day.
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QUARTER TWO October November December
Elementary Camp Grades 3-5 Halloween Day Christmas Concert Kindergarten Camp Loy Kratong University Visit Grades 1-2 Camp Diversity Day Elementary Talents Show
GRADES 3-5 ELEMENTARY CAMP
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HALLOWEEN CELEBRATION Halloween is mostly celebrated in the United States and Canada on the night of October 31st. Children wear costumes and go to people’s homes saying “Trick or treat!” to ask for candy and people give it to them. The suggestion is: “Give me a treat or I will play a trick on you.” People mainly dress up as ghosts, witches, or other scary things for Halloween. For Christians, it is the eve of All Saints’ Day, which begins the three-day observance of Allhallowtide. This covers the three days – October 31 (All-Hallows Eve or Hallowe’en), November one and November two. All Hallows’ Eve is a Christianized feast influenced by Celtic harvest festivals and pagan roots.
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CHRISTMAS CONCERT The Christmas presentation was a Christmasthemed concert that was organized by the Music Department. This event took place on December 14, 2018. The kindergarten and elementary schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s concert began at 9 am, while the middle school and high school started at 2 pm. The band, choir, guitar and string ensembles performed different Christmas themed songs throughout the concert. The performers included students from all grades that had music class from elementary to high school. This event has been a NIVA tradition for many years and will continue for years to come.
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GRADES 1-2 CAMP I bet every kid would love a sleepover in school if they’ve got the chance and I bet every kid’s dream would also be to go camping if given the chance. Well, at NIVA American International School, not only did the kids go camping, but we did it in school! On the 29th-30th of November, Grades 1 and 2 slept over in school. They did activities all day during the day and at the end of the day, they went up to the Hall where they had the opportunity to sleep inside their tents. Seeing all the smiles on the children’s faces was worth all the preparation that went into it.
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LOY KRATHONG CELEBRATION
Loy Krathong day was held on the 22nd November 2018, where everyone dressed up in Thai traditional attire representing various decades of time. Students created â&#x20AC;&#x153;Krathongsâ&#x20AC;? - small boats made out of a banana tree trunk or spider lily plant, cocunut leaves, and flowers, which is an old Thai tradition that is passed on from generation to generation. Thai people believe that making Krathongs with natural materials and floating them on rivers is a way to apologize to the mother of the river and would remind people not to pollute the rivers.
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MAHIDOL UNIVERSITY OPEN HOUSE On the 2nd and 3rd of November, 2018, Mahidol University arranged an open house event at Mahidol University Salaya. The main building was used for the open house. The event began at 8:30 A.M in the morning until 4:00 P.M. in the afternoon. Our secondary NIVA students joined the event on the 2nd of November, 2018.
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THAMMASAT UNIVERSITY OPEN HOUSE
On the 7th and 8th of November, 2018, Thammasat University arranged an open house at Thammasat University Convention Center Rangsit (TU C Rangsit). This event began at 9:00 A.M. in the morning until 4:00 P.M. in the afternoon. The event was open to high school students from all schools in Thailand. On September 7th, our secondary NIVA students had the opportunity to go and join the open house.
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KG FIELD TRIP TO OCEAN WORLD The Kindergarten students learned about the sea animals during their field trip to Ocean World. The K1 and K2 students were in awe admiring the many wonders of the sea and its creatures. The K3 students filled out their worksheets and learned lots of new things while exploring their surroundings. This is one of the lessons in our kindergarten theme-based approach where students learn and retain information better through experiencing the activities based on the theme.
DIVERSITY DAY On the 7th of December, our secondary school had an event called â&#x20AC;&#x153;Respect For Diversity Dayâ&#x20AC;?. On this day, the students performed as characters of some of the most important people in the world and showed respect to them. Each Student performed very well on the stage having confidence and understanding about those important people. They practiced so hard to make a great show!
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ELEMENTARYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S GOT TALENT
The Elementaryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Got Talent Show is an event that took place on the 18th of December, 2018. It was an elementary exclusive event that was first brought up two years ago by the elementary student government. This talent show showcased all the best talents and skills that the elementary students had to offer. The Elementary Student Government worked extremely hard to make this event possible, selling things in order to raise funds for this event. The purpose of this event was to relieve pressure and make students forget all about the stress of school work, which is why it has always taken place right before the major tests each year.
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QUARTER THREE January Febuary March
Honor Roll Basketball Tournment HS Camp Chinese New Year KG Sports Day MS Camp
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HONOR ROLL - ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Honor Roll is an event that recognizes students who received high grades. This event happens at the end of each quarter. In our school, there are two types of awards ”The Alpha honor roll” and “The Beta honor roll”.
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HONOR ROLL - MIDDLE SCHOOL
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HONOR ROLL - HIGH SCHOOL
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HIGH SCHOOL CAMP This year’s high school camp was held on the 24th till the 26th of January, 2019. All the fun for this year’s camp was at the Greenery Resort Khao Yai Hotel. There were many new activities that were never done before in NIVA’s high school camp.
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MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMP Middle School Camp was held on the 31st of January until the 2nd of February, 2019. This year, middle schoolers went to The Pine Resort which is located in Pathum Thani. They headed to Dream World, which was a great start; students had a blast. Teachers and students got to bond with each other throughout the day. During the first night, each camp group played most of the games set up by the other groups. Day two was as awesome as day one! Students and teachers played water activities and most of them said that it was really fun and exciting. On the last day, the middle schoolers had learned many lessons from camp like learning how to trust people around them and learning how to increase their physical and mental strength.
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CHINESE NEW YEAR Chinese New Year is a Chinese festival that celebrates the beginning of a new year on the Chinese calendar. On February 4, 2019, our school held short morning activities in order to celebrate this event. First, the celebration started out with some performances by the students who were taking Chinese classes and aided by the seniors. Second, there was a Dragon Dance Performance. Third, was the exploding Chinese firecrackers. Finally, the students lined up in homerooms and received Ang Pao which is a red envelope that contained money. It was a really great event!
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KG SPORTS DAY On this day, the Kindergarten were divided into their house color teams. They played all sorts of competitive games and activities that helped strengthen them both individually and as a group. Each team was encouraged to do their absolute best and earn their points for their house color. At the end of the day, everyone enjoyed the activities which were really all that mattered.
CHILDRENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S DAY The KG parents and students dressed up in book characters and movie characters for Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day. The event encouraged families to participate with the children and also dress up. There were lots of enjoyable games and activities for everyone.
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QUARTER FOUR April May June
Science Fair Fun Fair Honor Roll Songkran Celebration Photo Contest PROM Graduations
SCIENCE FAIRS AT NIVA
Two Science Fairs are held at NIVA each year. One for the Elementary School and the other
for the the Secondary School. The Elementary School had the theme of Saving the Planet where the experiments had something to do with preserving the Earthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s natural resources. The Secondary School Science Fair presented some remarkable experiments from grades 9 to 11. The students were making slime, explaining how the diseases get spread, and doing DNA testing. The students learned a lot during those days.
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FUN FAIR The exciting day of Fun Fair is one of the students’ favorite days. This year’s Fun Fair was called “Nivaflix”, where each class represented a film and brought out its creativity into their game booths. There were energetic performances that were well thought out as well as scrumptious food that was prepared and sold by some of Bangkok’s most well-known food trucks.
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Every year at Fun Fair, there is a raffle where fair attendees have a chance to win prizes. This year’s Top 3 prizes were a Polaroid camera, a set of airpods, and the first grand prize was the iPhone XR. This year’s lucky winner was Phubase from grade 10N who won the iPhone XR. Better luck to everyone on next year’s Fun Fair raffle.
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Q3 HONOR ROLL On the first period of Monday, April 1st, the Honor Roll Ceremony for Quarter 3 took place. Students with straight Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s got the Alpha award (Gold award). While students who got Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and up in their subjects received the Beta award (Silver award). As with every quarter, Students who got this prestigious award received an elevator pass. We would like to congratulate all students who received this award!
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ELEMENTARY FIELD TRIP
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SONGKRAN CELEBRATION The Songkran Festival, also known as the Traditional Thai New Year, is usually celebrated in mid-April. It is one of Thailandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grandest and most important events. The Songkran Festival is a time where family and friends gather to pay gratitude to elders and visit temples for prayer and offering. At NIVA, we celebrated Songkran on May 8. Everybody participated in this event starting with a parade representing different provinces in Isan, the Northeast part of Thailand. There were a lot of things that happened after that. There was a show from students of each class in the Heisler Hall. After lunch, students threw water at each other, which is the most enjoyable part of the Songkran celebration.
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PHOTO CONTEST The Second Annual Photography Contest was held from March 1 to April 5. There were many students who participated for the possibility of getting the grand prize of 2000 Baht in cash. So many different kinds of pictures, capturing different moments and vivid colors were showcased by the contestants. Congratulations to our first place winner, Folk (10G), for his work ‘Parallel World’. Honorable mentions to the 1st runner up, Snow (10N), for her work, ‘A Memory of Youth’ and the 2nd runner up, Punch (10G) for her work, ‘Dream Come True’. We were truly amazed by the wonderful pictures taken, and we congratulate each and every contestant.
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SPORTS DAY This year, we held our sports day at the Ramkhamhaeng University Stadium. One of the main highlights was the Cheerleading Competition. The Red House came out as the champtions.
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NIVA THAI DANCE TEAM Our NIVA Team joined the dance competition at Modern International School and got 2nd place this year. Congratulations to the team.
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HIGH SCHOOL PROM On May 11, 2019, the grade 11 held a prom for the seniors at JW Marriot Hotel. The eventâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s purpose was to celebrate and to get together with friends, admire the hardworking years of the seniors, and to say goodbye to them in a special way. All high school students and selected teachers were invited to the prom. Students prepared performances and activities which made the event more memorable for everyone! The students got to let go of their stress and enjoy the night.
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SENIOR GRADUATION May 21, 2019 was a special day for the Senior Class of 2019. It marks the end of their high school life and bids them ready to explore the university world. A lot from the seniors spent most of their school life at NIVA, which made it harder for them to bid farewell. Finally, their hard work has paid off and was greeted by success, which surely made their teachers and parents proud of them. Till next time!
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ELEMENTARY GRADUATION We are so proud to watch our elementary students experience another step in their lives by becoming middle school students. The elementary graduation was held on May 24, 2019. Our grade 5 students worked very hard to get good grades to move on to the next step in their school life. Our NIVA fifth graders represented themselves with dignity as they received their 5th grade diplomas. Congratulations!
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ELEMENTARY AWARDS Grade 1 Awardees
Grade 2 Awardees
Grade 3 Awardees
Grade 4 Awardees
Grade 5 Awardees
The GRYPHON AWARD Awardees
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KINDERGARTEN GRADUATION
The Kindergarten Graduation was held on May 28, 2019. Kindergarten 3 students were in fine form as they were presented their Kindergarten graduation diplomas. Families of the kindergarten were so proud of their children. Congratulations, K3 students!
KINDERGARTEN READING RECITAL The reading recital this year was a twist on the story of Little Red Riding Hood with many more characters besides the wolf and the grandma. All the students participated in singing and dancing to catchy tunes from the play.
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NURSERY OPEN DAY The Nursery held an Open Day to showcase our program to prospective new parents. There were lots of enjoyable activities that gave the new parents a better understanding of how we run the program here at NIVA. The event was a success.
ELEMENTARY STUDENT GOVERNMENT GIVES TO CHARITY The Elementary Student Council raised funds and donated money to the â&#x20AC;&#x153;House of Graceâ&#x20AC;? charity. House of Grace is a religious organization that cares for orphaned children with AIDS. To know more about the organization, visit: https://www.acet-uk. com/organisations/7150. The students raised funds by selling food after school and selling art during their art exhibition. They raised 5,170 Baht all together. Thank you elementary school for sharing your hard work to those in need.
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TALON ELYSIAN STAFF 2018-2019
Siwach Toprasert Editor In-Chief
Natnicha Parinyasorn Layout & Design Editor
Kittiphat Nimitthanachote Photo Editor
Pornapat Supmee Marketing Editor
Hikaru Yasuda Design Editor
Message from the Yearbook Adviser
No words can express my appreciation to these talented and dedicated students. They all shared their creativity and innovations as they have woven the pages of this Yearbook to bring lasting memories. Special blessings to all of you and a job well done!
E¡ly¡sian:
describes a blissful state, like the one most people hope to enjoy on a special vacation.
(From Left to Right) Siwach Toprasert, Natnicha Parinyasorn, Pornapat Supmee, Kittiphat Nimitthanachote, Mr. Alex de Guzman *Special thanks to the production team: Mr. Bem, Ms. Nan, Ms. Blue, and Mr. Pierce.
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