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KITE FLYING DAY! A groupof peoplecelebrateSankranthi in a desert camp. Sankranthi isbasically a festival to celebratethenewyear of someof theSouthIndian calendarssuchastheTelugu and Kannada ones. My mother, Mrs. SindhuVusirikapalli, saysthat it'simportant tomaintain tradition yet becareful duetoCOVID. Furthermore, thenameof thefestival may alsovary dependingon thestate; somemay call it Pongal too. Thedatealsovarieseachyear, but it's alwaysin January. Thisfestival ismainly important toonly fewstatesin India, but everyone comestogether andcelebratesby flyingkites! Asper tradition, peoplewear newclothes, eat a lot of food, andthen themost important part, fly kites! Everyoneusually fliesthekitesin open grounds, andwhileflyingthem, peopletry tocut off thetreadsof theother kites, just for fun. Whoever hasthelast flyingkite, wins! Thisyear, oneof my friends, Ananya Galam, won! Youreally needa lot of strategy towin this. Overall, iswasa really fun day and experience! Can't wait for Sankranthi net year!

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SHOT! Here we have Muhammad Tariq batting in a riveting game of cricket. We have currently endured 35+weeks of Virtual School, and during these times sitting at home all day, your health and fitness is more at stake than ever. ?Talking about fitness, you don?t have to go for a run or do a HIIT-workout to stay fit. You could simply play a game of any sport with your mate. Plus it?s fun,?said Muhammad Tariq. Seemorephotoson Instagramat @isgjtoday20

TABLE OF CONTENTS

MUHAMMAD T. PHOTO

NEWS FEATURE

COVER

SPORTS

ENTERTAINM ENT

4 MONTHLY PANDEMIC REPORT

10 ARE YOU LEARNING/TEACHING?

12 DEATHOFA FOOTBALL LEGEND

15 GUESS THE PHOTO & JOKES ANSWERS

6 PERFORMING VISUAL ARTS STUDENTS What are you doingin classthesedays?

Are you bettervirtuallyor physically?

Did you know the legendaryfootballer DiegoMaradona?

13 BUCKETSORGOALS? Whichis the superiorsport?Basketball or Football?

ZAIN NAQVI CAPTION

AnikaAharwal Leila Bessalah Muhammad Syahmi BinMohdAlwi AhmadBin Tamrin AmniHalim Zain Naqvi Aarti Pathath HalaSaleh

AsmaSheltami VaibhavUrs Umer Yahya Charlize Zwiegelaar Adviser Jon Netzler Headof Sch ool Dr. AndrewCrouse Su per in t en den t Dr. MichaelMack

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9 WHAT WINTER BREAK IN 2020 LOOKS LIKE

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

MUHAMMAD T. PHOTO

NEWS FEATURE

COVER

SPORTS

ENTERTAINM ENT

4 MONTHLY PANDEMIC REPORT

10 ARE YOU LEARNING/TEACHING?

12 DEATHOFA FOOTBALL LEGEND

15 GUESS THE PHOTO & JOKES ANSWERS

6 PERFORMING VISUAL ARTS STUDENTS What are you doingin classthesedays?

Are you bettervirtuallyor physically?

Did you know the legendaryfootballer DiegoMaradona?

13 BUCKETSORGOALS? Whichis the superiorsport?Basketball or Football?

ZAIN NAQVI CAPTION

AnikaAharwal Leila Bessalah Muhammad Syahmi BinMohdAlwi AhmadBin Tamrin AmniHalim Zain Naqvi Aarti Pathath HalaSaleh

AsmaSheltami VaibhavUrs Umer Yahya Charlize Zwiegelaar Adviser Jon Netzler Headof Sch ool Dr. AndrewCrouse Su per in t en den t Dr. MichaelMack

16 ??MORE RIDDLES?? AND PUZZLE ANSWER KEY

9 WHAT WINTER BREAK IN 2020 LOOKS LIKE

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JANUARY - FEBRUARY, 2021

M on t h ly Pan dem ic Repor t A form was sent out to the students and staff of ISG Jubail. The form asked questions about how the pandemic has affected the students and staff, their families, the ISG Jubail community and the whole world. There were many interesting responses, some are shown below. Page don e by Umer Yahya and Taha. Pict u r es by 2018/ 2019 Yearbook.

"I feel really sad as we are leaving this year and I'd love to be back face to face to see all the people we have come to know over the years we have been here." - Emma Ahmed, Staff at ISG Jubail.

"One of my third grade students recently said this in a group discussion: 'I want to feel grateful for what we have. Even though I don?t like homeschooling, we are still lucky that we get to meet online and talk to our teachers and friends.' I feel the exact same way. " - Caitlin Wingers, Staff at ISG Jubail.

"Since I like to cloister at home and read, the pandemic has afforded me ample time to engage in my wonderful hobby. I miss being at school with the students, but I am trying to make a positive spin on what has been a surreal school year." - Neal Bourn, Staff at ISG Jubail.

"I understand and appreciate that Saudi is trying to keep its residents and citizens safe and I respect that. A year is a long time to not have any in-person learning, but we are trying to do our best virtual and every week is an improvement on reaching and connecting with our students through the screen." - Tammy Nimmer, Staff at ISG Jubail.

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Dr . An dr ew Cr ou se, Head of Sch ool - em ail f r om Jan . 17, 2021 "I am sure that you have also heard the recent news concerning Saudi schools continuing virtually for at least another ten weeks. We have not had any news about a possible exception for us, but neither has there been any tightening of the existing regulations due to the international circulation of new virus variants. So, we will be working with our colleagues at the other ISG schools to begin to provide more students periodic opportunities to come to school physically within the government regulations. In response to urgent needs such as exams or laboratory work, we have already been doing this on a small scale in MSHS. Look for an expansion of these opportunities in the future."

- Leila Bessalah, grade 10 student.

How h as t h e pan dem ic af f ect ed you ? Please explain . "Honestly, I am blessed to still be alive. Many people have lost their loved ones due to COVID and I am thankful none of my immediate family have been affected negatively. However, one of my moms family lost their lives to it. "

- Zafir Ali, Grade 10 student.

How do you f eel abou t t h e vaccin es? Ar e you goin g t o t ak e t h e vaccin es t h at ar e ou t ? "Of course, I'm going to take the vaccines, but only when they are fully tested, and don't cause side effects to the human body. "

- Pedro Siblesz,

- Zain Naqvi,

Grade 11 Student.

Grade 10 Student.

How do you f eel abou t n o sch ool pot en t ially f or t h e r est of t h e year ?

"It's really annoying for some subjects like art, but we've all gotten pretty used to it so it going on for a while longer wouldn't affect us too much."

It's extremely disappointing. Although, if students and staff aren't vaccinated then I know it's for the best.

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SYED QADRI, GRADE 7 - DRAMA STUDENT ?After we got back from holiday, the drama teacher started talking about politics and the current situation in the U.S.A. The teacher talked about the current president's actions and how his actions are bad. She told us that the police aren't doing their jobs well too. Not really drama but the teacher is trying to get the news out I guess.? Having classes online is already a huge challenge, but having performing arts classes online? Now, that is challenging. Students in performing arts classes have been working quite hard this semester trying to learn their instruments, creating amazing pieces of artwork, and plays. All of that, online!

Perf ormi ng V i sual A rts Students Keep reading to find out what performing arts students in MS & HS have been doing in class these days.

MUHAMMAD ADAM, GRADE 7 - ART STUDENT

ZARITH SARA BINTI MOHAMAD SEDIKIN, GRADE 7 - BAND STUDENT ?In Band, we're just playing some note music together and learning how to play our instruments better till we achieve our goals this year.?

"Currently working on a project and it's easy for me to finish it because we have more time to complete it than at school.?

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HALEEMA SHAH, GRADE 6 ART STUDENT

Rebekha Padayachee, grade 9, playing her instrument, a tuba, for her band class.

?We are currently studying an Artist known as 'Pablo Picasso'. And we are also Learning about a new language of art called Cubism, a revolutionary style of modern art, and on its co-founder, Pablo Picasso, one of the world?s most famous artists. Cubist art depicts real people, places or objects, from an array of viewpoints. In the Cubist style, We will create self-portraits focusing on shape, viewpoint, and composition.?

What have you been doing in class? By: Anika Aharwal

REBEKHA MEGAN PADAYACHEE, GRADE 9 - BAND STUDENT ?For Band class we're currently working on etudes, scales, and studies. It's going really well. Even though it's still virtually I'm able to work on independently improving myself in specific areas with my instrument.?

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"The Humans" performance by Drama 9/10 students.

LEILA BESSALAH, GRADE 10 - DRAMA STUDENT ?We are performing ?The Humans? in a group and it?s going pretty well and smooth.At first acting on zoom was really difficult. We were not used to acting without using our whole bodies and having human interaction with other actors. But now it is much more easier and certainly has its advantages like using the camera and background.?

ASMA SHELTAMI GRADE 10 - ART STUDENT

Art work by Umer Yahya, grade 10.

?Before winter break we discussed prehistoric architecture. We also made 3 art pieces out of it. After we completed that unit we went straight to free choice art. Everyone created their own pieces out of their imagination or maybe found something online and switched it up a bit. That artwork was due last weekend, and we don't have anything to work on, but I am excited to see what awaits for our next art journey.? JANUARY - FEBRUARY, 2021

WHAT WINTER BREAK IN 2020 LOOKS LIKE By Lina Abdelhadi

Students at ISG Jubail spend their first winter break in the middle of a pandemic REINE FAWAZ, SOPHMORE

ZAHRA MITHA, 7TH GRADE went to South Africa

went to Lebanon "In Lebanon, we are currently under a 10-day lockdown because people aren't being cautious, by not wearing a mask, social distancing, or staying home. As a result, we are under lockdown and the cases continue to rise."

"In South Africa, there is a new varaint of Covid but it was okay because I got to see family. But, my father tested positive."

A survery sent out to 20 7th-10th graders reported that

42.1% of students had traveled over winter break and

57.9% of students had not traveled over winter break

MOHAMMED AAYISH, FRESHMAN went to Serbia, Bosnia, UAE "In Serbia, [Covid] was nothing serious because they weren't afraid of it because they never had it and same with Bosnia. In Dubai, it was serious, masks and maintaining distance was compulsory." JANUARY - FEBRUARY, 2021

ZAIN NAQVI, SOPHMORE went to Pakistan "It almost feels like there's no Covid in Pakistan. Barely anyone wears a mask, however, we know it's everywhere. My family was extremely cautious throughout our travels."

ARE YOU LEARNING/TEACHING? Are you learning better virtually or physically? By: Asma Sheltami and Leila Bessalah

As Virtual School continues, some students are worried about their academics. ISG Jubail began Virtual School on March 10, 2020. Most staff and students were excited to be given 2 weeks of Spring Break off, but little did they know it would last much longer than they expected. As Virtual School started, some students got worried about their academics. Some students grades started to drop down, and they weren't happy with how they were learning. "At first I didn't adapt to the Virtual School system and my grades started to slip, but eventually I got the hang of it. I would still prefer going to school in real life though, said Lina Abdelhadi, grade 10. Although there are students who struggle with Virtual School, there are those who prefer it. "Virtual school has allowed me to catch up on work because I can work on my own schedule," said Reine Fawaz, grade 10.

According to Research From 52 responses from teachers and students

56.5% of people prefer physical school better

30.5%

of people prefer online school better

13.0% of people are fine with any Some advantages of online learning are people have been performing better than with face-to-face instruction. Since students have more time to study and get organized, they can also make contact with other studentsthat they wouldn't talk to in physical school. Some disadvantages are teachers need to switch technology and their teachingmethods. Students also struggle with their organization methods and staying focused in zoom calls.

Create an organized routine Take care of your mental health Try to set time limits on screen Try exercising Socialize with peers Take on the role of the "encourager" Stay connected

Expecting school to be the same Focusing on your grades more than your health. Not asking for help when needed Not taking care of yourself Being lazy Not getting enough sleep Stressing too much Skipping video lessons Not taking your learning seriously

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ISG JUBAIL Student's Response: Are you learning better in online or physical school? It is hard to communicate with your teachers and your education is not the same. I especially find it embarrassing for some reason in math class when our teacher asks us a question and says to put our answer in the group chat. I am always scared that I get it wrong and other people will see it. Another thing is they give us to much work. In Arabic every single class we have a new test. I have progressed amazingly though and now am able to speak, read and understand. " Sophia Ben Hamida, Grade 6

What is M r. Ritchie's response to Sophia? "Keep in mind that learning is a process, and it is okay not to have all the right answers. In fact, we learn best when we make mistakes and learn from those. Communication, especially in a virtual environment, is nothing to fear; teachers are eager to help."

ISG JUBAIL Teacher's Response: Are you teaching better in online or physical school? Teaching physically and virtually each have their advantages. I have found that virtually can benefit student learning through use of breakout rooms and technology. But, nothing can beat physical learning. We need community, and a virtual environment makes it hard to feel a part of the larger ISG community." Mr. Ritchie, Teacher

What is Sophia's response to M r. Ritchie? M "In order for our learning to be better, teachers should move all the work to one website. To many teachers are using multiple websites, they should all stick to google classroom and assign worksheets there. Students get confused on where to find the work and when they do its too late."

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Gues s t he ... By: Asma Sheltami (Grade 10)

What gets more wet the more it dries? 2

When does a dad joke become a dad joke? 3

What kind of tree fits in your hand? 4

Answers for above photos:

1. Pencil 2. Oreo 3. Key 4. Toothbrush

Why did the nurse need a red pen at work? 1

1. In case she needed to draw blood. 2. A towel 3. When it becomes apparent 4. A palm tree

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DEATH OF A FOOTBALL LEGEND Didyouknowthelegendary footballer DiegoMaradona? By: Asma Sheltami

Who was he? Accor din g t o Br it an n ica, Diego Armando Maradona was born on October 30, 1960 in Lanus, Argentina. He died on November 25, 2020. He is known as one of the most iconic and skilled football players in the world. He's also widely recognized for being able to control the ball and score goals from extremely long distances. He has led clubs to championships in many areas in Europe and South America. He has also been a part of the Argentinian national football team. His team won the World Cup in 1986. The most famous footballers today widely recognize him for his ability in football and him being an inspiration for them.

I am Maradona, who makes goals, who makes mistakes. I can take it all, I have shoulders big enough to fight with everybody."

Photo and caption from Instagram, from Cristiano Ronaldo's Instagram page.

Photo and caption from Instagram, from Lionel Messi's Instagram page.

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Buck ets or Goal s?

By: M u h am m ad Syah m i Bin M oh d Alw i

Wh ich is t h e su per ior spor t ? Bask et ball or Foot ball?

Tot al r even u e gen er at ed: $8.76 billion (2018-19 season) Source: Investopedia, "How Much The NBA Makes Money"

Tot al r even u e gen er at ed (Top 5 Leagu es): $18.62 billion (?13.7 billion, 2017-18 season) Source: Sky Sports, "Premier League generates record revenue, according to Deloitte report"

M ost In f lu en t ial Player s Completed two threepeats 5x NBA Most Valuable Player

Scored the most amount of goals for a single club (644)

6x Ballon d'Or winner

14x NBA All Star

? LeBron James 1984-Present

Currently in his 18th season

4x NBA Most Valuable Player

Highest goalscorer in professional football with 760 goals 5x Ballon d'Or winner

Michael Jordan 1963-Present

16x NBA All Star

Cristiano Ronaldo 1985-Present

Broke the NBA's most wins in a season record with 73-9

14 league titles across the Spanish and Dutch league as a player and manager

2x NBA Most Valuable Player

3x Ballon d'Or winner

Lionel Messi 1987-Present

6x NBA All Star

? Kobe Bryant 1978-2020

2nd in most points scored in a single game (81) 1x NBA Most Valuable Player 18x NBA All Star

World Cup ? 1986 winner

Stephen Curry 1988-Present

Diego Maradona 1960-2020

Johan Cruyff 1947-2016

Italian Football 2014 Hall of Famer

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Wh at spor t do you pr ef er t o play?

-Kr ish n a M an ivan an , G10

-Basketball Wh at spor t do you pr ef er t o w at ch ? -Football Wh y did you m ak e t h ose ch oices? -It's more fun to play basketball because it has lesser players so therefore, it is fast paced to play but soccer is more fast paced when watching. Wh at spor t do you pr ef er t o play?

-Zaf ir Ali, G10

-Basketball Wh at spor t do you pr ef er t o w at ch ? -Basketball Wh y did you m ak e t h ose ch oices? -Because I like basketball and it's very entertaining

Northwest Division:

Atlantic Division:

Pacific Division:

Southwest Division:

Central Division:

Southeast Division:

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????? Mor e Riddles ????? And Puzzle Answer Key

By Amni H

Q1) What goes through ci ti es and fi elds, but never m oves? Q2) What w ord i n the Engli sh language does the follow i ng: The fi rst tw o letters si gni fy a m ale, the fi rst three letters si gni fy a fem ale, the fi rst four letters si gni fy a great, w hi le the enti re w orld si gni fi es a great w om an. What i s the w ord? Q3)What w ord i s pronounced the sam e i f you take aw ay four of i ts fi ve letters? Q4) Tw o i n a corner, one i n a room , zero i n a house, but one i n a shelter. What i s i t? Q5) Whi ch i s heavi er: a ton of bri ck s or a ton of feathers?

Riddle Answer s Q1) Roads Q2)Heroi ne Q3) Queue Q4) The letter "r" Q5) Nei ther, they both are a ton

Answer s for last issue lHoliday

Hot Chocolate Mugs: 3

Hot Chocolate

Freeze

Snowflakes: 6

Presents

Snowflake Rain

Winter Clothes: 11

Presents: 5

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