Primary Years Update

Centerstage 12

A massive thank you to everyone who participated and supported our PY Talent Show, Centerstage, in its 12th year! On Thursday, October 20, 2022, the PYP section was able to have its live audience again. Twenty five acts, which included 43 students, performed and vied for the SuperNova award. We were able to see a fantastic variety of talents, including the incredible hosting skills of our 5 MCs. Not only were our amazing students able to showcase their remarkable variety of skills and talents, but our PY teachers and TAs also surprised the community with their astounding dance number.

Enormous thanks go out to our PY Administration for the trust and unwavering support. Special thanks to our judges, Mr. Laurent, our Head of School, Ms. Dessy, our HR Manager, Mr. Clynt, our Arts Head of Department, IB Theater and Film and MYP Drama Teacher, Kru Aim, our Early Years Thai Head of Department and Early Years Thai Teacher, Ms. Jing our Secondary School Chinese Event Coordinator, and MYP & DP Chinese Teacher, and Mr. Mark, our Secondary School Music Teacher. They had a tough time deciding on the SuperNova Award Recipients as the talents and skills seem to be leveling up each year. A special thank you also goes to Ms. Alpha, our PY ICT Teacher, for our digital score sheet, Ms. Allen, our PY Music Teaching Assistant, for her flexibility and constant help, and to our technical team for their excellent support to our program. Also noteworthy as always are our custodians and maintenance team for helping to move the equipment and getting the stage ready for every act. Our warmest thank you also to the parents for their perseverance in supporting the children from practice to the final stage performance.

Hearty congratulations to all the student performers! You’re all superstars! Continue to enhance your passion and be an inspiration to others! To the following SuperNova recipients (listed in no particular order), our utmost congratulations – KFC band comprising of Kean 3I, Klint 3C, Finn 3I and Sisi 3I; Charlotte G2D (Vocal Solo) Pun Pun 5C (Aerial Hoop); Times 4I (Guitar); Nita 4I (Vocal Solo); Lada 3D (Piano); Venice 2D (Disney Musical Medley); Mona 4S & Neala 4S (Dance); Alin 4S (Singing with Guitar Accompaniment); TerTer 4D (Sing & Dance); and Lilo 4S (Drums).

Thank you all once again for the great 12 seasons! To the next and beyond, Mabuhay!

- Mrs. Maricor and Mr. Sebert

Freaky Fun Festival

Finally again in 2022 Parents knew just what to do It was time for our kids to party again I think it rated a solid 10

We decorated the gyms for games and fun We ensured there were activities for everyone Students moved through both gym and hall Having a truly amazing ball

Students laughed and ran and played Throughout this amazing fun-filled day Class parents came to help set the scene For a truly amazing Halloween

It was a great feeling to have us all back On a much more festive Concordian track

To say goodbye to those dryer years With all of us filled with viral fears

To turn the corner toward carefree joys For all of our Concordian girls and boys

Thank you all who lent a hand And improved upon my festive plan Class parents, your efforts mean a lot Without you all I certainly could not Host and plan our fun filled soiree And run the games for the kids to play

The Freaky Fun Festival in 2022 was our first big Concordian event in a long while. It went off without a hitch. The parents, students and teachers all had an excellent time. To all those that helped with this event, I would like to offer a sincere and heartfelt thank you.

Mr. Joe Savage

Grade 5 Week Without Walls

The Grade 5 Week Without Walls trip is an important experience for our students. It supports their understanding of the unit of inquiry “Who We Are” in learning about adolescence, allowing them to grow personally, socially and physically. The trip provides students with opportunities to develop their independence,responsibility, organizational skills and team spirit. In addition, it also prepares our students for the transition into the MYP.

This year, some of the fun and purposeful activities the Grade 5 students participated in included team building activities at True Arena and Vana Nava Water Park, eco printing at Artist Village Hua Hin, and nature education and tree planting at Pranburi Forest Park. These experiences helped students to bond with each other and to grow as individuals.

Mr. Craig Martin Elementary Vice-Principal

The trip received great feedback from students and teachers alike. When asked why this trip was meaningful they had this to say:

The trip was meaningful for me because it allowed the students and teachers to experience fun, interesting activities together. I especially enjoyed planting the trees near the ocean because we did something positive for the environment that will have lasting effects.

Mr. Drew

We got to spend time with friends and practice time management.

Pun Pun

We got to experience going to a new place without our parents. We also had to work with a group.

Dol

We got to learn how to be independent and not need our parents or teachers help with things.

Drake

I had to be responsible for myself and my stuff. Especially when I had to pack everything that I needed and take care of myself.

Thames