Secondary Newsletter 36 – June 4, 2021
Grade 6 IDU with English & Design
Grade 10 I&S – Holocaust Denial [Early Fake News] By Calum Leys
BIS Library 2020-21 Annual Report Published
PSAT
Journey to Stage as Designers and Directors
Fine Arts Sharing
Bali Math Competition Update
Congratulations! Class of 2021
Grade 6 IDU with English & Design
Students have been working on an IDU (Interdisciplinary Unit) in both their English and Design classes this term. In this unit, students were asked to take content from both subjects and synthesize the information into a final project using the design cycle. Students worked hard to produce some wonderful Spoken Word Poem Videos about a global issue of their choosing.
Please enjoy a selection below:
- Deforestation by Jackson
- Pressures of Education by SeoYeon
- I am the Rice by Esther
- Air Pollution by Oliver
- Plastics in the Ocean by Sienna
- Gender Inequality by Aqvila
Grade 10 I&S – Holocaust Denial [Early Fake News] By Calum Leys
Over the past month in Grade 10 I&S class, we have explored how Nazis used stereotypes, pseudo-science, forced identification, laws, and ghettoes to assist their discrimination and subsequent extermination of various groups of people from the occupied territories, including but not limited to Jews, Romanis, homosexuals, and disabled people. We also learned how Allied forces – along with modern historians – exaggerated atrocities committed by the Nazis to further their own historical narratives. So during this time, we were given many opportunities to be skeptical of information provided to us. But all that preparation that we were given was not enough to stop us from believing a highly ‘educated’ Holocaust denier.
On that fateful day, we were presented with allegations that the Allies made against the Nazis in the Nuremberg trials, none of which were proven true. Mr. Wood then carefully maneuvered us into a document to analyze the next source; 66 Questions and Answers about the Holocaust. It was written by Mark Weber – who lived in both Europe and America, graduating with a master’s degree in Modern European History – and Fred Leuchter, the so-called expert on executions. The document was published by the Institute for Historical Review (IHR), an independent organization aimed at “defending freedom of speech and historical inquiry”.
What proof exists that the Nazis practiced genocide or deliberately killed six million Jews?
None. The only evidence is the postwar testimony of individual “survivors.” This testimony is contradictory, and no “survivor” claims to have actually witnessed any gassing.
Above: One of the questions in the document we were analysing
As we went through the answers to some of the questions, there was a sense of confusion in the class, as it was refuting many of the claims that some of us had known since childhood. But naturally, we began to be convinced by these answers, as the authors seemed to be highly educated individuals. But by also seeing how the Allies lied during the Nuremberg trials, in one instance accusing the Nazis of developing a laser that killed 20,000 Jews instantly and without a trace, these answers did not seem too far-fetched. Following further research on the IHR editor, we found out that Mark Weber was in fact a member of Britain First – a proto-fascist organization – and that the IHR was a white supremacist website. This is when we realized just how easily we had been tricked. All it took was a well planned out presentation of information, and a trust that an authority figure like Mr. Wood would not lie to us, to make us begin questioning the existence of the Holocaust.
It was a very good lesson on misinformation and trust in those who have authority over us, to which Mr. Wood ended the lesson with “Question All Authority”, regardless if they are teachers, police officers, or government officials. Overall, an extremely informative and insightful presentation to the dangers of not questioning authority to end off the eventful year in Individuals and Societies. I hope those reading this will learn from our mistakes, where in the age of “alternative facts”, you will need to do some digging on the websites you trust or, as Kim has done previously, stalk the authors involved (not recommended).
BIS Library 2020-21 Annual Report Published
Our Annual Report (our third one) is out for your reading pleasure; our report is a brief overview of the past year that was regarding anything Library-related; statistics, analysis, pictures, reviews and more are available to give a slimmed-down but accurate picture of the year that was. Thank you to everyone who worked with, used and supported the library this year. Special thanks to Ibu Agung and Ibu Kadek for helping our circulation and daily operations run independently and smoothly, Garth Wyncoll for allowing us to still procure some resources during this belt-tightening year and Aurora Dwifhani who helped us with multiple projects with her digital design wizardry.
PSAT
For students in grades 10 and 11 next year who would like to take the PSAT exam in October, please register prior to the summer break by emailing Ibu Thari in the Counseling Office at: counselorsecretary@baliis.net
The PSAT is a practice version of the SAT exam used in university admissions in North America. Scores are for your own use only and are not sent to universities.
Summer Programs
Attending summer courses are a way for students to get a taste of what university life might be like while exploring potential careers.
InvestIN Summer Future Internships for ages 12-14 in London
InvestIN Summer Internship Program for ages 15-18 in London
Washington University in St. Louis for HS students
Drexel University for HS students
The New School Parsons Paris Fashion & Luxury online courses for HS students
Paris College of Art for 16+
Pace University pre-college immersion program for 16+
Pratt Institute design-related summer information sessions
Summer Discovery Programs for MS and HS students
Imperial College London global summer program (Deadline now till June 6)
EU Business School in Barcelona
USC School of Cinematic Arts (Deadline June 18)
UC Berkeley virtual
Les Roches
EHL summer courses
University of Rochester Pre-College online program
EDGE Summer Programs
University of Bath, UK International Summer School (Deadline June 20)
Emirates Aviation University Engineering e- Summer Camp (Deadline June 15)
Inspirit AI + Astronomy Interdisciplinary Summer Program for MS and HS Students
Emily Carr University of Art + Design Summer Institute for Teens 2021 (Early Bird Deadline May 31)
Environmental Impact Through AI: Summer Program for MS and HS Students
Bocconi University Online Summer School
Brain Anatomy Online course to all students aged 14-19 considering careers in healthcare
University of Cambridge virtual summer programme for students aged 15 – 18
AI + Disease Discovery Summer Project for MS & HS Student passionate in healthcare (Deadline June 20)
NUS Summer Program Science for Grade 9-12
NUS Summer Program Business/Economics for Grade 9-12
Scholarships
Scholarships for International Students
Scholarships for International Students by Everett Community College
Les Roches Hospitality’s Next Disruptor 2021 (Deadline June 25)
UCL Arts & Humanities Dean’s Scholarship (Deadline June 10)
Virtual Events
A virtual summer series Colgate University, Bates College, Claremont McKenna College, and Wesleyan University
UCL Institute of Education (IOE) events
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Virtual Visit
University of Wolverhampton: International Virtual Events
UCL Spring into STEM: Virtual Lecture Series (May 5 – June 16)
Loughborough University engineering experience (June 28 – July 4)
BridgeU: The Satellite Campus Experience (June 9)
The ArtPod Presents Summer Workshop Series
University of Cambridge: Virtual Subject Masterclasses
University of Cambridge: Virtual Open Days (July 5 – 18)
Bocconi University: Bocconi BSc programs webinar (June 10)
BridgeU: Personal Statement is a key part of applying to UK universities (June 24)
The University of Melbourne:International Student Webinars (June 9 & 10)
University of Westminster:Online Open Days (June 12)
CEI Talkshow Series: Study Multimedia Design & Development in Canada (June 12)
Washington University in St. Louis: WashU Walk-Through fall 2022 applicants
Washington University in St.Louis: Preview Days
Washington University In St.Louis: Virtual Visit Experiences
University Application
New pathways to a UK medical degree: Swansea University
Internship
Internship Program in U.S.: International Career Development Program
Resources from BridgeU
15 questions to ask when choosing a university
Guide for International University Admissions
Supporting your child through the application process
Tips for parents of 2021
Tips for parents of 2022
Journey To Stage As Designers And Directors
Grade 10 Drama students have been working on creating a unique artistic and creative vision for how they would direct and stage the production of a post-modern play by Sam Steiner “Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons”. They developed the Director’s Concept and reflected through every element, from set and costume design, lights and music to performance elements.
A part of this creative process is developing a Mood Board, which serves as a great foundation for the director’s artistic intentions. Students explored textures, colors, moods, atmospheres to produce a certain feel on stage and to highlight the messages of the play. How can you express the tension surrounding a new law limiting speech to only 140 words per day? How can you showcase the challenges of a relationship impacted by this law?
Grade 10 Mood Boards:
Fine Arts Sharing
Students from grades 8-11 presented works from Drama, Visual Art, and Music yesterday evening online.
All students involved demonstrated great courage in their performances and exhibits, and below are some links for those that may have missed the show.
The Grade 6-7 Arts Showcase will be held this coming Monday, June 7, at 5 pm on zoom. An email with the link will be shared at least 24 hours before the event.
Looking forward to seeing you there.
Bali Math Competition Update
The 11th Annual Bali Math Competition was held on May 29, 2021 (Saturday). This year’s event was held online and was attended by Bali Island School, Green School, SLK, Canggu Community School, and Dyatmika.
The winners of the Junior Division were:
Team 3rd Place – Keria, Yuta, TJ from Dyatmika
Team 2nd Place- Xcellent BBE from Bali Island School
Team 1st Place – SLK Junior from SLK
Individual 3rd Place – Asher Combs from Canggu Community School
Individual 2nd Place – Keira Ananda from Dyatmika
Individual 1st Place – Seo-Yeon Bang from Bali Island School
The winners of the Senior Divisions were:
Team 3rd Place – SLK Senior from SLK
Team 2nd Place – SCDE from Bali Island School
Team 1st Place – The Only Big Boys from Dyatmika
Individual 3rd Place – Siddhartha Zulkarnaen McCaul from Dyatmika
Individual 2nd Place – Sebin An from Bali Island School
Individual 1st Place – Satria Edafausta Tjiaman from Dyatmika
Congratulations to all of you who attended and participated! Hope to see you again next year!
Congratulations! Class of 2021
We would like to congratulate all of our graduates for their hard work and fantastic efforts during their final two years here at BIS, they did a fantastic job. Great work and congratulations again on your graduation last Friday, May 28, 2021.
