PTA eNews Updates – August 16, 2019
Quote of the week – “The great thing about new friends is that they bring new energy to your soul.”
After only a week and a half into school term, it is so lovely to see the children settling in, gaining confidence in their surroundings and new friendships being formed.
This also extends to the parents. We had a great turn out for the coffee morning on Thursday, the courtyard was full happy chat and laughter!
PTA Wednesday
Come along and get all the information about the BIS parent community and upcoming events. The PTA has their regular PTA Meeting once a month on a Wednesday morning from 8.00 am – 9.00 am in the library. This month it’s scheduled for Wednesday 21st August 2019. All parents are welcome. 😊
There will be lots of yummy baked items for sale at our 1st Bake Sale of this academic year hosted by grade 1 on Wednesday 21st August 2019 from 2.45 pm – 3.00 pm in front of the Grade 5 Bale. Please come along treat yourself to some delicious delights.
Are you looking for uniform items – then please come along to our 2nd Hand Uniform Sale on Wednesday 21st August 2019 from 2.45 pm – 3.00 pm in front of the Grade 5 Bale and see if we have what you are looking for.
Helping Hands
The PTA would like to call upon any parents that would like to get involved with upcoming school activities and events. Helping hands are always welcome and greatly appreciated. This is also a great way to meet new people, make friends and feel more a part of the community. Don’t worry, we will not lock you into any commitments, but help when and where you can, would be fantastic.
Please be reminded that all parents are invited to the upcoming PTA meeting on Wednesday 21st August. This is a great opportunity to find out information, and ask any questions you may have. The meeting will be held in the library at 8am.
Supermarket Tour
For those of you that are new to the Island, the PTA have offered to take parents on a tour of the local supermarkets to show you where you can purchase particular items. Please let us know if you would like for this to be arranged.
Pot Luck Dinner!
Please join us for the ‘Meet The Teachers Potluck Dinner’.
When: Friday August 23, from 5.30 -7.30pm. Directly after the Secondary Back to School event.
Where: On the grassed area in front of Grade 5.
Why: To meet the teachers, faculty and one another. To celebrate being a part of our wonderful BIS school community! Enjoy one another’s company!
It works like this: Please kindly bring a ‘potluck’ dish to share. It can be anything – for example a starter or main course or desert. It can be self cooked or bought. You can use the signup link below to confirm your attendance and also record what you are bringing.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090A4EABA62DAAF85-potluck
The portion size should be enough for around 4-6 people if possible please.
Cutlery and plates are provided, and there will be wine, beer and soft drinks too.
A ‘Child Minding Service’ is available from 3.00 pm – 7.30 pm which is supervised & run by the senior secondary students. The PTA is offering Pizza for the children too.
During the evening we will be holding a silent auction, the bidding for which will start on Tuesday 20th August. We will also be holding a raffle with fabulous raffle prizes to be won! Raffle tickets will be on sale from Monday 19th August, so don’t miss out!
We are very much looking forward to seeing you all for a great evening!
Your PTA Committee & BIS
BIS International Day
Dear BIS families from around the world,
What better way to teach our children about different cultures than by bringing them together for an afternoon of food and fun.
Friday 18th October will be our 4th annual BIS International day. Get ready to celebrate by showcasing our national and cultural diversity. We hope to have as many countries represented as possible, with food, games, traditional clothing or country colors to show off what makes us all unique.
Please keep an eye out for an email with us the relevant information and further details.
In the mean time you can also contact Allison Jaquier (ajaquier@gmail.com) or the PTA at pta@baliis.net.
Cups and crockery wanted!
Please help us, (and clear out your cupboards) by donating any unwanted cups and / or cutlery and crockery, and help us reduce the use of plastic and paper items in the school. All donations are greatly appreciated.
Please be advised that you can join the Bali Island, formally International school, Facebook page. – https://www.facebook.com/baliislandschool/
Please be advised that you can join the BIS Community Facebook page. – https://www.facebook.com/groups/BISCommunity/
Please be advised that you can join the BIS Community Marketplace Facebook page. – https://www.facebook.com/groups/BISCommunityMarketplace/