NEWSLETTER

ELS/Science – Jennifer Lenz
It’s hard to believe how quickly five years went by here at GIS! I
feel very lucky to have met so many wonderful colleagues and kids
during my time in both Primary and Secondary. I’ve had some
really great times here, including choreographing school plays,
various trips and most of all, teaching some amazingly bright and
talented kids. For the past two years I was a Form Tutor for the
first time ever with a funny, clever, creative and energetic group of
kids. I wish them all the best in life- I’m sure you have great things
in store! Finally, I want to say a huge thank you to everyone who
helped and encouraged me over the years. I specifically want to
thank Mr Berry and Mr Coleman for being such supportive Heads of Department.
You’ve helped me grow as a teacher and as a person.
ICT – Michelle O’Brien
When I received the job at GIS I knew I would love Thailand, I
knew the country was going to be beautiful and I knew the food
would be delicious. What I didn’t realise was that the school I had
received a job in had the nicest students I have ever have the
pleasure to teach or that it would give me the chance to make
some amazing friends. My time at GIS has given me many lasting
memories, a lot of laughs and some wonderful experiences, for
that reason I cannot thank the staff and students enough.
English – Mary
Tincombe
‘One hundred
words!’ Mr
Beales declared
Honestly, I was
unprepared.
To touch you
readers, or
amuse?
This is, you see, my’ Goodbye news’.
My rhymes are a little awkward
Mr Beales might say,’ Even tortured’
So a few more lines alone, I write
Fulfilling thus an ancient rite.
Firstly to my many students
I hope there has been improvement.
Thanks too - to you - who are the staff
You have given me, many laughs.
I have learnt of Thailand’s history
Khun Wan and Lalita helped with
other mysteries.
‘Goodbye’ international street cred
And Mr Berry’s Italian bread.
‘Bye’ to: sunsets on sandy shores
Silvered geckos at my front door,
Mr Edward’s photography,
Mr Ken’s choreography.
I’m going to miss glorious heat.
I‘ll certainly miss flip-flopped feet.
I’m going home to British gloom
Maybe I’ll see you some time soon.
Your name not here? How’d that
happen?
Didn’t fit the rhyming pattern.
Word count? 159 and rising
Well Mr B, that ain’t surprising!
Best wishes to all at GIS (Apologies to Thomas Hood - Victorian poet)
Ms T