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<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong><br />

Published by IS S as a Community Newsletter<br />

August 26, 2005 Tel.: 51 55 43 00 Volume XXVIII, No. 1<br />

From <strong>the</strong> Director:<br />

Where did that summer holiday go? It<br />

seems as though we were just waving<br />

good-bye to <strong>the</strong> buses pulling out on <strong>the</strong><br />

last day <strong>of</strong> school in June, and here we<br />

are back into school routines in August.<br />

And what a spectacular way we experienced<br />

to celebrate <strong>the</strong> end <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> first<br />

week <strong>of</strong> school! Congratulations to <strong>the</strong><br />

Parent Association! <strong>The</strong>ir 1st Annual<br />

Back to <strong>School</strong> BBQ was a huge, huge<br />

success! <strong>The</strong> hundreds <strong>of</strong> people who<br />

attended can testify what a great kick<strong>of</strong>f<br />

it was to <strong>the</strong> school year. Thank you<br />

one and all!<br />

Those <strong>of</strong> us who worked at school during<br />

<strong>the</strong> summer, though, know exactly<br />

how much <strong>of</strong> our time was used. . .in<br />

giving tours <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> school to many <strong>of</strong> our<br />

new families. We have experienced a<br />

tremendous increase in <strong>the</strong> number <strong>of</strong><br />

families choosing ISS as <strong>the</strong>ir school<br />

community home in <strong>Stavanger</strong>. We have<br />

many new NATO families and new oil<br />

company families. <strong>The</strong> delightful result<br />

is that we are transitioning in over one<br />

hundred new students to ISS!<br />

So welcome, welcome, welcome to both<br />

new families and returning families. We<br />

thank you for entrusting your children<br />

with us here at school. Once again we<br />

have been impressed by <strong>the</strong> students’<br />

quick willingness to slip back into purposeful<br />

routines here at school. I<br />

believe <strong>the</strong> students love being on holiday,<br />

but also love <strong>the</strong> opportunity to<br />

“come back to work” here at school.<br />

Ten minutes into <strong>the</strong> first class on <strong>the</strong><br />

first day, all seemed to be back to normal.<br />

Thank you for sending <strong>the</strong>m to us<br />

with such a willing attitude to learn.<br />

And let me direct a special message to<br />

all <strong>the</strong> new families who have chosen<br />

ISS. Let us help you in any way to make<br />

<strong>the</strong> transition as smooth as possible to<br />

<strong>the</strong> school. Don’t be shy about asking<br />

questions—we are here to help make<br />

your transition as smooth as possible.<br />

We also welcome our wonderful group<br />

<strong>of</strong> new employees who have quickly<br />

immersed <strong>the</strong>mselves into <strong>the</strong> life <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />

school. You will have an opportunity to<br />

meet our new employees as <strong>the</strong> days<br />

pass by and I believe you will be very<br />

impressed by <strong>the</strong>m and <strong>the</strong>ir abilities to<br />

teach your children.<br />

I would also like to send out a special<br />

thanks to our wonderful Pa r e n t<br />

Association. What an ambitious and<br />

marvelous calendar <strong>of</strong> events <strong>the</strong>y have<br />

drawn up for <strong>the</strong> year! Starting out with<br />

<strong>the</strong> Whole <strong>School</strong> BBQ and <strong>the</strong> many<br />

o<strong>the</strong>r activities designed to benefit our<br />

school community, <strong>the</strong>y are a ve ry<br />

industrious group. It was my privilege<br />

to attend <strong>the</strong> first PA Board meeting <strong>of</strong><br />

<strong>the</strong> year and I marvel at what <strong>the</strong>y have<br />

planned. <strong>The</strong>y hope to have many people<br />

volunteering to help throughout <strong>the</strong><br />

year, so bring a smile and join in!<br />

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<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong> August 26, 2005<br />

From <strong>the</strong> Director.......<br />

E n j oy <strong>the</strong> following pages <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />

<strong>Informer</strong>—<strong>the</strong>re are lots <strong>of</strong> things in<br />

store for <strong>the</strong> ISS community during <strong>the</strong><br />

upcoming school year and clear, open<br />

communications between school and<br />

home are important.<br />

Thank you and welcome back to ISS!<br />

Dr. Linda M. Duevel<br />

Director<br />

Lduevel@isstavanger.no<br />

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August 26, 2005<br />

<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong><br />

News from <strong>the</strong> High <strong>School</strong> Counselor...<br />

Counseling<br />

Calendar <strong>of</strong> Events<br />

TESTING –<strong>The</strong> Counseling Office will<br />

<strong>of</strong>fer <strong>the</strong> following tests during <strong>the</strong> fall<br />

semester.<br />

1 . P S AT / N M S Q T – P r e l i m i n a r y<br />

Scholastic Aptitude Te s t / N a t i o n a l<br />

Merit Qualifying Test: Administered<br />

on Saturday October 15, 2005 ( report<br />

to <strong>the</strong> ISS test center by 08:00 AM).<br />

This is a test for 11th grade students<br />

(and 10th graders for practice) with<br />

plans to study in North America. <strong>The</strong><br />

PSAT/NMSQT uses <strong>the</strong> same format<br />

as <strong>the</strong> SAT (see below) with verbal<br />

and ma<strong>the</strong>matical sections. This test<br />

is useful both as practice for <strong>the</strong> SAT<br />

and predictor <strong>of</strong> SAT scores. T h e<br />

PSAT/NMSQT also serves as a basis<br />

for awarding some merit scholarships.<br />

<strong>The</strong> registration deadline is<br />

October 5th.<br />

2. TOEFL –Test <strong>of</strong> English as a Foreign<br />

Language: Administered on Saturday,<br />

October 15, 2005 (report to <strong>the</strong> ISS<br />

test center by 08:00 AM). This is a<br />

test for non-native English speakers<br />

(or native English speakers holding<br />

passports from countries where <strong>the</strong><br />

<strong>of</strong>ficial language is one o<strong>the</strong>r than<br />

English). <strong>The</strong> TOEFL uses a multiple<br />

choice format, is given in a single session<br />

<strong>of</strong> about three hours, and consists<br />

<strong>of</strong> three sections –Listening<br />

C o m p r e h e n s i o n , E n g l i s h<br />

S t ructure/Written Expression, and<br />

Vocabulary/Reading Comprehension.<br />

R egistration is on line at<br />

www.toefl.org<br />

3. ACT – American College Te s t :<br />

Administered on Saturday October 22<br />

& Saturday, December 10, 2005,<br />

February 11 & April 8, 2006(report to<br />

<strong>the</strong> ISS test center by 08:00 AM).<br />

This test assesses students’ abilities in<br />

four academic areas –English,<br />

Ma<strong>the</strong>matics, Reading, and Science<br />

Reasoning. <strong>The</strong> ACT is commonly<br />

required by public colleges and some<br />

private colleges in <strong>the</strong> US Midwest,<br />

West, and South.<br />

4. SAT – Scholastic Aptitude Te s t :<br />

Administered on Saturday October 8,<br />

November 5, 2005, Saturday January<br />

28 & May 6, 2006 (report to <strong>the</strong> ISS<br />

test center between 07:45 and 08:00<br />

AM). You should sit for <strong>the</strong> SAT if<br />

you are a 10th or 11th grade student<br />

with plans to study in North America.<br />

This is a three-hour exam in two sections<br />

measuring verbal and ma<strong>the</strong>matical<br />

reasoning ability.<br />

5. SAT II – Scholastic Aptitude Subject<br />

Test: Most subject tests are administered<br />

on <strong>the</strong> same dates as <strong>the</strong> SAT,<br />

though not always (check www.collegeboard.com<br />

for availability). This<br />

is a one-hour test measuring both<br />

knowledge and <strong>the</strong> ability to apply<br />

that knowledge in specific subject<br />

areas. It is possible to sit for as many<br />

as three tests on one date. <strong>The</strong> subject<br />

areas are American History, Biology,<br />

C h e m i s t ry, Writing, European<br />

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<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong> August 26, 2005<br />

News from <strong>the</strong> High <strong>School</strong> Counselor...<br />

H i s t o ry, French, German, Hebrew,<br />

Latin, Literature, Ma<strong>the</strong>matics-Level<br />

I, Ma<strong>the</strong>matics-Level II, Phy s i c s ,<br />

Russian, and Spanish.<br />

VI S I TIN G UNIVE R S I TI E S – T h e<br />

Counseling Office will host representatives<br />

from <strong>the</strong> following universities. If<br />

you plan to attend university in <strong>the</strong> UK,<br />

feel free to approach <strong>the</strong>se representatives<br />

with questions.<br />

1. London <strong>School</strong> <strong>of</strong> Economics (UK)<br />

Friday, September 2, from 13:00 –<br />

13:50 (1:00 – 1:50 PM), at an information<br />

table outside <strong>the</strong> ISS<br />

cafeteria<br />

ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES<br />

Explore <strong>the</strong> Horatio Alger Association<br />

scholarships for seniors who are United<br />

States citizens at:<br />

www. horatioalger.org/scholarships.<br />

I look forward to getting acquainted<br />

with you in my role as <strong>the</strong> new counselor<br />

at <strong>the</strong> high school. If you have<br />

questions or concerns please contact me<br />

at cschweid@isstavanger.no.<br />

Carole Schweid<br />

High <strong>School</strong> Counselor<br />

CSchweid@isstavanger.no<br />

2. Kings College (London)<br />

Imperial College (London)<br />

University College (London)<br />

All three schools will visit on Friday<br />

September 9 from 13:00-13:50, at<br />

an information table outside <strong>the</strong> ISS<br />

cafeteria.<br />

<strong>The</strong>y will also present information<br />

during <strong>the</strong> Senior Seminar from<br />

13:00-15:15 in <strong>the</strong> auditorium<br />

****Any Junior who has a free period<br />

is welcome to join us in <strong>the</strong><br />

Auditorium at this time.<br />

3. Trinity University (San A n t o n i o<br />

Texas) Tuesday November 8, from<br />

13:00 – 13:50 (1:00 – 1:50 PM), at<br />

an information table outside <strong>the</strong> ISS<br />

cafeteria<br />

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August 26, 2005<br />

<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong><br />

News from <strong>the</strong> Exams Coordinator<br />

<strong>International</strong> <strong>School</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Stavanger</strong>: IB results May 2005<br />

This year, year, 37 37 graduating students took took <strong>International</strong> Baccalaureate (IB) (IB) examinations. Of Of <strong>the</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />

37 37 candidates, candidates, 35 35 attempted attempted <strong>the</strong> <strong>the</strong> full full Diploma Diploma programme programme <strong>of</strong> 6 <strong>of</strong> subjects 6 subjects (3 Higher (3 Higher and 3 and 3<br />

Standard), <strong>the</strong> Extended Essay, <strong>The</strong>ory <strong>of</strong> Knowledge, and CAS (Creativity, Action, Service).<br />

Two students students chose chose to to take take individual individual subject subject Certificates. Certificates. In In order order to to obtain obtain <strong>the</strong> <strong>the</strong> Diploma, Diploma,<br />

students must gain at least 24 points and fulfil a range <strong>of</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r conditions defined by by IB. Any<br />

candidate who who does does not not achieve achieve this level this is level awarded is Certificates awarded Certificates indicating <strong>the</strong>ir indicating <strong>the</strong>ir<br />

performance in each subject. 83% <strong>of</strong> our students who attempted this challenging programme<br />

were awarded <strong>the</strong> <strong>the</strong> full full Diploma. Diploma. <strong>The</strong> <strong>The</strong> average average score score for for all all <strong>the</strong> <strong>the</strong> Diploma Diploma candidates candidates was was 32 32<br />

points, and and <strong>the</strong> <strong>the</strong> mean mean score score for for all all those those achieving achieving <strong>the</strong> Diploma <strong>the</strong> Diploma was 34 was points 34 points (out <strong>of</strong> (out a <strong>of</strong> a<br />

possible total <strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong> 45 45 points). points). <strong>The</strong> <strong>The</strong> scores scores <strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong> our our Diploma Diploma candidates candidates ranged ranged from from 22 22 up up to to 44 44<br />

points. IB examinations are scored on a scale from 1 (lowest) to to 7 (highest), and and our our students<br />

who achieved <strong>the</strong> <strong>the</strong> Diploma Diploma had had a mean a m ean score score <strong>of</strong> 5.39 <strong>of</strong> 5.39 in each in each <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir <strong>of</strong> subjects. <strong>the</strong>ir subjects. <strong>The</strong> IB <strong>The</strong> IB<br />

Diploma programme has has now now been been running running at ISS at ISS for for eight eight years. years. May May 2005 2005 has again has again<br />

produced excellent results, with with by by far far <strong>the</strong> <strong>the</strong> highest highest number number <strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong> students students ever ever participating participating in in<br />

<strong>the</strong> programme, and achieving <strong>the</strong> <strong>the</strong> Diploma. Ano<strong>the</strong>r outstanding achievement this this year year was was<br />

no less than five students with more than 40 40 points, three three students obtaining 44 44 points points out out <strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong><br />

a possible maximum <strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong> 45. 45. Every year year I am I am amazed amazed by by our our students, students, and and I congratulate I congratulate all all<br />

our IB students, both those who achieved <strong>the</strong> Diploma and and those who earned Certificates, on on<br />

an excellent performance.<br />

Year Total number <strong>of</strong><br />

candidates<br />

Full Diploma<br />

candidates<br />

Achieved<br />

Diploma<br />

Mean score<br />

(Diploma)<br />

May 1998 20 9 9 (100%) 35<br />

May 1999 25 10 10 (100%) 35<br />

May 2000 29 16 15 (94%) 35<br />

May 2001 26 18 17 (94%) 33<br />

May 2002 32 27 24 (89%) 33<br />

May 2003 27 25 24 (96%) 34<br />

May 2004 19 18 17 (94%) 34<br />

May 2005 37 35 29 (83%) 34<br />

Lynn Park, IB Co-ordinator<br />

8 th July 2005<br />

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<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong> August 26, 2005<br />

News from <strong>the</strong> Exams Coordinator<br />

IGCSE RESULTS 2005<br />

This year 45 students from ISS too k one or more IGCSE examinations. IGCSE are<br />

graded from A* to G (with A* - C normally accepted as ‘pass’ grades by British<br />

universities). A U grade (unclassified) is given if for some reason students do not<br />

produce sufficient work <strong>of</strong> an adequate standard to be awarded a grade on a particular<br />

examination.<br />

<strong>The</strong> overall grades for <strong>the</strong> last five years are indicated in <strong>the</strong> chart below:-<br />

Grade IGCSE<br />

2005<br />

IGCSE<br />

2004<br />

IGCSE<br />

2003<br />

IGCSE<br />

2002<br />

(I)GCSE<br />

2001<br />

A* 9.7% 15.0% 18.8% 8.1% 15.4%<br />

A 24.7% 25.6% 30.7% 25.2% 23.9%<br />

B 22.1% 33.8% 23.2% 23.4% 26.5%<br />

C 27.3% 19.5% 21.0% 27.0% 18.8%<br />

D 10.4% 5.3% 5.7% 10.8% 12.0%<br />

E 4.5% 0.8% 0.6% 5.4% 2.6%<br />

F 1.3% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0%<br />

G 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0%<br />

U 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.9%<br />

A* - C 83.8% 94.0% 93.7% 83.8% 84.6%<br />

Students<br />

entered<br />

45 42 41 38 31<br />

<strong>The</strong>se are very pleasing results, with our students achieving A or A* in 34.4% <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir<br />

examinations, and A* - C in 83.8% <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> examinations. My congratulations to all <strong>the</strong><br />

IGCSE students at ISS!<br />

Lynn Park, Exam Co-ordinator<br />

18 th August 2005<br />

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August 26, 2005<br />

News from <strong>the</strong> Nurse<br />

<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong><br />

Welcome to all <strong>the</strong> new families and<br />

thank you for returning <strong>the</strong> medical<br />

forms so promptly. Please call or e-mail<br />

any questions you have about our health<br />

program, details can be found in <strong>the</strong> parent<br />

handbooks.<br />

We will start <strong>the</strong> year with 1st grade<br />

screening. All parents will be contacted<br />

and more information given. Letters<br />

will be posted to you week beginning<br />

Monday September 5th.<br />

TEACHERS should be aware <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> problem<br />

and know what to do if ever an<br />

emergency should occur.<br />

MEDICATION to treat severe allergies<br />

is kept in <strong>the</strong> nurses’ <strong>of</strong>fice.<br />

Keep Healthy!<br />

Nurse Hea<strong>the</strong>r<br />

Tel 51 55 43 47<br />

Mobile 994 89 022<br />

Email hmelhus@isstavanger.no<br />

Any medical concerns are shared with<br />

your child’s teacher. This way we can<br />

prevent and or treat medical conditions<br />

here at school.<br />

All medications should be kept in my<br />

<strong>of</strong>fice and <strong>the</strong> students who need to take<br />

tablets/mixture will visit my <strong>of</strong>fice to do<br />

this.<br />

Severe food allergies are suffered by a<br />

high percentage <strong>of</strong> our students, <strong>the</strong><br />

most common being milk, seafood,<br />

peanuts, strawberries and kiwi fruit.<br />

We have a few simple rules for <strong>the</strong> classroom<br />

and <strong>the</strong> cafeteria:<br />

NO sharing <strong>of</strong> food. This applies to <strong>the</strong><br />

classroom as well as <strong>the</strong> cafeteria.<br />

PARENTS making birthday treats should<br />

always ask <strong>the</strong> teacher about special<br />

concerns and <strong>the</strong> student with <strong>the</strong> allergy<br />

have his/her party bag sent in.<br />

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<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong> August 26, 2005<br />

High <strong>School</strong>/Middle <strong>School</strong> New s<br />

Message from <strong>the</strong> principal<br />

Welcome to all ISS families! We have<br />

had a great start to <strong>the</strong> school year and<br />

<strong>the</strong> students and teachers have been getting<br />

to know each o<strong>the</strong>r and <strong>the</strong> work<br />

has begun. It was good to open <strong>the</strong> doors<br />

and have our hallways filled with students<br />

again. Both middle and high<br />

school students have entered <strong>the</strong> school<br />

each day knowing that <strong>the</strong>y are here to<br />

learn and make some lasting friendships.<br />

This year we welcomed 40 new<br />

students to middle and high school and<br />

our returning students have done a wonderful<br />

job <strong>of</strong> making <strong>the</strong>m welcome.<br />

Thank you to everyone.<br />

learned about <strong>the</strong> different ways <strong>the</strong>y<br />

l e a rn and how to streng<strong>the</strong>n <strong>the</strong>ir<br />

approaches to <strong>the</strong>ir work by using strategies<br />

that suit <strong>the</strong>m best. Having this<br />

information will allow students to determine<br />

how <strong>the</strong>y might best approach project<br />

work, or prepare for a test – a valuable<br />

tool for success!<br />

Our first week was marked by two very<br />

successful events; many thanks to <strong>the</strong><br />

Parent Association for <strong>the</strong>ir back to<br />

school BBQ for <strong>the</strong> whole school, foll<br />

owed by <strong>the</strong> high school Student<br />

Council “Mexcellent” dance attended<br />

by 88 students, and yes, <strong>the</strong>y did dance<br />

round <strong>the</strong>ir hats!!!<br />

High <strong>School</strong> news<br />

Our first high school assembly welcomed<br />

everyone, but in particular, those<br />

new to <strong>the</strong> school, students and teachers<br />

alike. During our assembly students<br />

were able to hear about a number <strong>of</strong><br />

ex t r a c u rricular activities that will be<br />

available to <strong>the</strong>m during <strong>the</strong> course <strong>of</strong><br />

<strong>the</strong> year and it was revealed that this<br />

year’s high school play will be “Return<br />

to <strong>the</strong> Forbidden Planet”. Auditions are<br />

in <strong>the</strong>ir final stages as I write this and<br />

<strong>the</strong> cast list will be known before <strong>the</strong><br />

end <strong>of</strong> this week.<br />

<strong>The</strong> first day continued with students<br />

meeting in grade-level advisory groups<br />

to discuss <strong>the</strong> school year, expectations<br />

and to take an inventory <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir learning<br />

styles. From this inventory students<br />

Stu Co elections this week and next will<br />

determine who will join President Mike<br />

Taylor and Vice-President Greg<br />

Mat<strong>the</strong>ws on <strong>the</strong> Council. <strong>The</strong> students<br />

and teachers appreciate <strong>the</strong> work and<br />

contribution that Stu Co makes to <strong>the</strong><br />

high school and we all look forward to<br />

an exciting year <strong>of</strong> dances, activities and<br />

fun. Full details <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> new Student<br />

Council will appear in <strong>the</strong> nex t<br />

<strong>Informer</strong>.<br />

Looking ahead, school photog ra p h s<br />

will be taken in <strong>the</strong> first week <strong>of</strong><br />

September. Please check <strong>the</strong> schedule<br />

published in this <strong>Informer</strong>.<br />

In <strong>the</strong> same week on We d n e s d ay,<br />

September 7th, all parents <strong>of</strong> high<br />

school students are invited to <strong>the</strong> Open<br />

House – an opportunity to meet teachers<br />

and learn about <strong>the</strong> courses your stu-<br />

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August 26, 2005<br />

<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong><br />

High <strong>School</strong>/Middle <strong>School</strong> New s<br />

dent is taking. This year we will begin<br />

<strong>the</strong> Open House at 18.30. Parents will<br />

f o l l ow <strong>the</strong>ir own student’s schedule,<br />

meeting with o<strong>the</strong>r parents and <strong>the</strong><br />

teachers in <strong>the</strong>ir classrooms. This is an<br />

information evening ra<strong>the</strong>r than one for<br />

conferences about individual students.<br />

Parent teacher conferences are later in<br />

<strong>the</strong> semester.<br />

Dates for your High <strong>School</strong> calendar<br />

MS News and Events!<br />

I would like to welcome back to all<br />

returning middle school families and<br />

extend a warm welcome to all middle<br />

school families who are new to Norway<br />

and/or ISS. I hope you all had a relaxing<br />

and enjoyable summer holiday - it's hard<br />

to believe that we have been back for<br />

September 5th -9th: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .<strong>School</strong> photographs<br />

September 7th, 6.30 p.m.: . . . . . . . . . . . . .HS Open House<br />

September 14th: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Mid-point <strong>of</strong> Q1<br />

September 15th and 16th . . . . . . . . . . . . .No school for students (in-service days)<br />

September 23rd, 7.00 p.m.– 7.00a.m. . . . .HS Stu Co Lock-in<br />

8th October until 16th October . . . . . . . . .Fall break.<br />

October 21st . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .End <strong>of</strong> Q1.<br />

Thursday, November 3rd 1pm - 6pm . . . .HS Parent/Teacher conferences<br />

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .High <strong>School</strong> Play<br />

Friday, November 4th 8am until 12pm. . .HS Parent/Teacher conferences<br />

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .High <strong>School</strong> Play<br />

Saturday, November 5th . . . . . . . . . . . . . .High <strong>School</strong> Play<br />

Saturday, November 12th . . . . . . . . . . . . .Parent Association Bingo Night<br />

And so our year has begun and our calendars<br />

fill with events, activities and<br />

‘staging posts’ for <strong>the</strong> year. Please<br />

remember to check <strong>the</strong> inside cove r<br />

page <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Informer</strong> for additional dates<br />

for your calendar.<br />

If you have any comments or suggestions,<br />

please do not hesitate to contact<br />

me.<br />

Jayne Lund<br />

Middle <strong>School</strong> and High <strong>School</strong> principal<br />

jlund@isstavanger.no<br />

two weeks already. I suspect that your<br />

children are glad to be back too<br />

(although I’m not sure <strong>the</strong>y will admit<br />

that, <strong>of</strong> course).<br />

<strong>The</strong> school year has begun! From this<br />

end, I believe your son or daughter has<br />

had a smooth start to <strong>the</strong> year. All students<br />

are now busy with <strong>the</strong>ir new<br />

schedules for <strong>the</strong> school year and getting<br />

to know all <strong>the</strong>ir new teachers.<br />

As you may know already, <strong>the</strong> middle<br />

school has a new schedule this year.<br />

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<strong>The</strong> times <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> period classes have<br />

changed and are quite different from last<br />

year. This change has allowed for some<br />

longer blocks <strong>of</strong> teaching time and to<br />

accommodate some changes to <strong>the</strong> language<br />

program within <strong>the</strong> middle<br />

school:<br />

This year all middle school students<br />

will learn Norwe g i a n. <strong>The</strong> Native<br />

N o r wegian classes will be separate<br />

classes from <strong>the</strong> non-native classes. <strong>The</strong><br />

n o n - n a t ive classes have three leve l s :<br />

beginner, intermediate and advanced.<br />

All classes take place at <strong>the</strong> same time<br />

so <strong>the</strong>re is a great deal <strong>of</strong> flexibility for<br />

movement within classes.<br />

Also for <strong>the</strong> first time this year, all middle<br />

school students will learn French or<br />

Spanish (last year <strong>the</strong> native Norwegian<br />

students could not do this). <strong>The</strong> classes<br />

have been organized by level <strong>of</strong> competency<br />

ra<strong>the</strong>r than by grade. This means<br />

that <strong>the</strong>re may be students <strong>of</strong> mixed<br />

grade levels, but similar ability.<br />

In homeroom, <strong>the</strong> main focus has been<br />

on <strong>the</strong> 'settling in' process. All students<br />

have been issued with an agenda (for<br />

organizational purposes) and <strong>the</strong>y all<br />

have an individual locker (for book,<br />

binders etc.) and <strong>the</strong>y share ano<strong>the</strong>r<br />

locker (for o<strong>the</strong>r items e.g. a PE bag).<br />

All students should now have a lock<br />

(ei<strong>the</strong>r combination <strong>of</strong> key) on <strong>the</strong>ir<br />

locker.<br />

All students are advised to keep <strong>the</strong>ir<br />

agenda up to date and organized. <strong>The</strong>y<br />

are encouraged to write in all assignments<br />

(and <strong>the</strong> due date). In addition,<br />

<strong>the</strong>y will receive important dates and<br />

events to put in <strong>the</strong>ir agendas. I would<br />

encourage you to take a regular look at<br />

your son/daughter's agenda. <strong>The</strong> ISS<br />

agenda should not be used as a personal<br />

journal.<br />

We will also have 'surprise' locker<br />

check days....just to make sure that no<br />

undesirable items are lost in <strong>the</strong> back<br />

somewhere!<br />

Our homeroom <strong>the</strong>me this month is, not<br />

s u rp r i s i n g ly, entitled ‘ O rga n i z a t i o n<br />

and Time Management’ and students<br />

will be invo l ved in discussions and<br />

activities related to this <strong>the</strong>me. In addition,<br />

we will also focus on note-taking<br />

skills and study skills.<br />

MS Student Council – 2005/2006<br />

Middle school students in grades 7 and 8<br />

h ave been encouraged to campaign for a<br />

position on <strong>the</strong> exe c u t ive committee <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />

middle school student council. <strong>The</strong>re are<br />

four positions ava i l a ble: P re s i d e n t, Vi c e<br />

P re s i d e n t, S e c retary a n d Tre a s u re r.<br />

Student council (StuCo) is responsible for<br />

o rganizing many <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> middle school<br />

events throughout <strong>the</strong> ye a r. Students wh o<br />

wish to be part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> exe c u t ive committee<br />

will be campaigning all next week and<br />

<strong>the</strong>ir campaign will culminate in indiv i d u a l<br />

speeches (date still to be decided). All MS<br />

students will <strong>the</strong>n cast <strong>the</strong>ir vote. In addition<br />

to <strong>the</strong> four exe c u t ive committee members,<br />

<strong>the</strong>re will be nine homeroom re p re-<br />

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High <strong>School</strong>/Middle <strong>School</strong> New s<br />

s e n t a t ive s. 6th grade students are encouraged<br />

to participate in StuCo as a homeroom<br />

representative .<br />

MIDDLE SCHOOL HOUSES<br />

<strong>The</strong> MS students have already started<br />

<strong>the</strong> progress <strong>of</strong> suggesting new house<br />

names for <strong>the</strong> year. <strong>The</strong> middle school<br />

has three houses and each house is made<br />

up <strong>of</strong> an equal number <strong>of</strong> students from<br />

grades 6, 7 and 8, which encourages<br />

cross- grade level communication and<br />

interaction. During each quarter, students<br />

will have <strong>the</strong> opportunity to participate<br />

in a variety <strong>of</strong> activities, community<br />

and service projects in order to<br />

gain house points. <strong>The</strong> first opportunities<br />

for MS students to earn house points<br />

will be in a ‘Capture <strong>the</strong> Flag’ competition<br />

during school and at <strong>the</strong> Beach<br />

Clean up which will take place on<br />

S a t u rd ay, September 17th at Sola<br />

beach from 10:00 until 11:30 (more<br />

details to follow).<br />

MS BBQ<br />

As you read this first edition <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />

<strong>Informer</strong>, your son or daughter is probably<br />

enjoying <strong>the</strong>mselves at <strong>the</strong> first middle<br />

school event <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> year….<strong>the</strong> MS<br />

‘ Welcome Back to <strong>School</strong> BBQ’.<br />

Many thanks to our new middle liaison,<br />

Julia Palmer for her organization <strong>of</strong> this<br />

event. <strong>The</strong> MS is a busy place and we<br />

have many activities and events planned<br />

for <strong>the</strong> year. I will keep you informed!<br />

MS Open House<br />

<strong>The</strong> next event for your calendar will be<br />

<strong>the</strong> middle school Open House which<br />

will take place on Wednesday, August<br />

31st starting at 6:30pm. <strong>The</strong> primary<br />

school Open House will be on<br />

September 6th and <strong>the</strong> high school<br />

Open House is on September 7th.<br />

This is an important opportunity for you<br />

to meet your son/daughter’s teachers and<br />

to hear an outline <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> courses, assignments<br />

and expectations for your child<br />

during <strong>the</strong> school year.<br />

<strong>School</strong> Photographs<br />

<strong>The</strong> school photographer will be here<br />

<strong>the</strong> week beginning September 5th. All<br />

middle school students will have an<br />

individual picture, a homeroom picture<br />

and a grade picture taken. Details<br />

on which days your son/daughter will<br />

have <strong>the</strong>ir picture taken will be sent<br />

home soon. (See table on page 15).<br />

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High <strong>School</strong>/Middle <strong>School</strong> New s<br />

Some dates for your Middle <strong>School</strong> calendar<br />

Friday, August 26th: Middle <strong>School</strong> Back to <strong>School</strong> BBQ,<br />

at ISS from 5pm -7pm (students only).<br />

Please pick up your son or daughter at 7pm.<br />

6th and 7th grade parents – please remember <strong>the</strong><br />

Leirskole information meeting<br />

starting at 7pm in <strong>the</strong> <strong>the</strong>atre.<br />

Tuesday, August 30th: Parent Association Activity/Leisure Fair,<br />

at ISS from 17:30-19:30.<br />

An opportunity to obtain information regarding all <strong>the</strong><br />

activities available in our community.<br />

Wednesday, August 31st: Middle <strong>School</strong> Open House, at 7pm.<br />

An information evening for parents.<br />

A great opportunity to meet <strong>the</strong> teachers!!<br />

September 5th -9th: <strong>School</strong> photographs.<br />

We d n e s d ay, September 7th: 6th grade Field Trip (all day).<br />

We d n e s d ay, September 14th:Mid-point <strong>of</strong> Q1<br />

September 15th and 16th: No school for students (in-service days)<br />

Saturday, September 17th: Beach Clean Up at Sola beach from 10am until 11:30.<br />

Sunday, October 2nd- Friday, October 7th – 6th and 7th grade Leirskole<br />

8th October until 16th October - October week holiday.<br />

Friday, October 21st - End <strong>of</strong> Q1.<br />

Tuesday, 8th November: Middle <strong>School</strong> Recognition Ceremony (Q1)<br />

13:50-15:15<br />

Thursday, November 10th: MS Parent/Teacher conferences - 1pm until 6pm<br />

Friday, November 11th: MS Parent/Teacher conferences - 8am until 12pm.<br />

Saturday, November 12th: Parent Association Bingo Night<br />

We d n e s d ay, November 23rd:Mid point <strong>of</strong> Q2.<br />

Friday, December 2nd: Middle <strong>School</strong> Dance at ISS - 7pm<br />

Thursday, December 8th: MS/HS Concert.<br />

Once again, welcome to a new school<br />

year! Hopefully, you will find this<br />

advance information helpful when planning<br />

your busy family lives!<br />

Carol Wallace<br />

MS Coordinator<br />

cwallace@isstavanger.no<br />

Please do not hesitate to contact me if<br />

you have any questions/suggestions or<br />

concerns.<br />

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August 26, 2005<br />

Primary <strong>School</strong> News<br />

<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong><br />

Overview<br />

Primary <strong>School</strong> Open House Pre-<strong>School</strong> and Pre-K 18:00-18:30, Room 15<br />

September 6 General Session 18:30-19:30 in <strong>the</strong> <strong>The</strong>ater<br />

Homeroom Visits 19:30-20:00 or 20:00-20:30<br />

<strong>School</strong> Photographs September 5-9 See page 15 for specific dates<br />

Volunteering at ISS<br />

Contact Mrs.Cheryl Hogarth: chogarth@yahoo.com<br />

It is such a privilege to walk through <strong>the</strong><br />

halls and visit classrooms. Your children<br />

have <strong>the</strong>ir days dedicated to learning.<br />

Please give <strong>the</strong>m credit for <strong>the</strong> fine job<br />

<strong>the</strong>y are doing, focusing on <strong>the</strong>ir tasks<br />

and working well toge<strong>the</strong>r. <strong>The</strong> teachers<br />

have worked to create safe and secure<br />

learning environments. Within hours, a<br />

group <strong>of</strong> children becomes a class, a<br />

group dedicated to learning and working<br />

toge<strong>the</strong>r. Transition from <strong>the</strong> crowded<br />

feeling <strong>of</strong> parents and children separating<br />

on <strong>the</strong> first day <strong>of</strong> classes to engaging<br />

in an effective learning group is an<br />

important part <strong>of</strong> every school year.<br />

Credit for this transition lies in teaching<br />

skills that make most <strong>of</strong> us marvel—<br />

How do <strong>the</strong>y do that? Credit also goes to<br />

a culture <strong>of</strong> interest in learning from<br />

home, from parents and children. This<br />

culture <strong>of</strong> learning seeps into <strong>the</strong> foundation<br />

for motivation. Similar to<br />

researchers such as Collins (1991) have<br />

found about workers, I’ve noticed that<br />

children interested in learning don’t<br />

really need motivation to learn. <strong>The</strong>y<br />

need to stay around people that let <strong>the</strong>m<br />

go about <strong>the</strong> tasks <strong>of</strong> learning. <strong>The</strong>ir<br />

only real distraction is anyone uninterested<br />

in learning. Thanks for being part<br />

<strong>of</strong> building this culture <strong>of</strong> learning at<br />

ISS.<br />

To give you an understanding <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> way<br />

things work and <strong>the</strong> basics <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> curriculum<br />

at ISS, an Open House for parents<br />

is schedule starting at 18:30 in <strong>the</strong><br />

L ovelace <strong>The</strong>ater at ISS. At 18:30,<br />

teachers <strong>of</strong> specialist areas that all children<br />

see will give short presentations. At<br />

19:30, class teachers, or homeroom<br />

teachers, will <strong>of</strong>fer information sessions<br />

particular to children within each grade<br />

level. Teachers will give you information<br />

that helps tie up loose ends and<br />

makes learning more effective for your<br />

children. To help ensure you have an<br />

opportunity to visit <strong>the</strong> class <strong>of</strong> each <strong>of</strong><br />

your children, <strong>the</strong> sessions are repeated<br />

at 20:00. Parents <strong>of</strong> students in Grade 5<br />

will get additional information about<br />

band at 19:55 or 20:00 in one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> fifth<br />

grade homerooms. Open House for parents<br />

<strong>of</strong> students in Pre-<strong>School</strong> and Pre-K<br />

will be from 18:00 to 18:30 in <strong>the</strong> Pre-<br />

<strong>School</strong> Room, 15.<br />

Because we realize that sometimes it has<br />

been complicated to find childcare so<br />

parents can attend Open House, I would<br />

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like to relieve that anxiety for you. If it<br />

helps your situation to bring your children<br />

along, please do so. We will<br />

arrange care for <strong>the</strong>m while you attend<br />

Open House information sessions<br />

b e t ween 18:30 and 20:30. You may<br />

bring your children to <strong>the</strong> cafeteria<br />

between 18:30 and 20:30. Please do not<br />

bring your children to <strong>the</strong> classrooms on<br />

this evening as we would like to convey<br />

information to parents in <strong>the</strong> most effective<br />

manner possible.<br />

<strong>School</strong> photographs will be taken during<br />

<strong>the</strong> week <strong>of</strong> September 5-9. Specific<br />

dates and times for each class are listed<br />

in this issue <strong>of</strong> <strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong>.<br />

Part <strong>of</strong> our effective learning process at<br />

ISS is built around volunteers. If you<br />

would like to be part <strong>of</strong> volunteering at<br />

ISS, please contact <strong>the</strong> Pa r e n t<br />

Association representative, Mrs. Cheryl<br />

H oga r t h < c h oga rth@yahoo.com>, so<br />

your efforts can best be utilized. We<br />

appreciate your help and interest.<br />

I encourage you to attend <strong>the</strong> Parent<br />

Association Leisure Fair <strong>of</strong> activities at<br />

17:30, August 30, in <strong>the</strong> ISS cafeteria.<br />

Getting your children involved in a reas<br />

o n a ble amount <strong>of</strong> local activ i t i e s<br />

(scouting, a local sports club, music<br />

lessons, crafts, a special interest group<br />

or a school-based activity) helps your<br />

children develop habits that make <strong>the</strong>m<br />

healthy life-long learners. During <strong>the</strong><br />

next weeks, we will be canvassing your<br />

children to consider need for additional<br />

activities <strong>of</strong>fered by ISS teachers.<br />

<strong>The</strong> summer still has some long<br />

evenings and weekends. This year is<br />

friluftsåret, and Norway has a great outdoors<br />

to <strong>of</strong>fer. You might consider a<br />

family trip to a cabin in <strong>the</strong> mountains.<br />

One <strong>of</strong>fering open to everyone are <strong>the</strong><br />

cabins and events run by Stava n g e r<br />

Turistforening. <strong>The</strong>y have found ways<br />

for families to get to <strong>the</strong> mountains and<br />

not get too stressed. <strong>The</strong> Children’s<br />

Hiking Club (Barnas Turlag) has a wide<br />

variety <strong>of</strong> reasonably affordable events<br />

listed on <strong>the</strong>ir we b p a g e<br />

< h t t p : / / w w w . s t a v a n g e r -<br />

t u r i s t f o r e n i n g . n o / a rt i c l e . p h p ? a r _ i d = 4 4 2<br />

0 & f o _ i d = 2 2 8 2>. You only need call<br />

51 84 02 00 and sign up before <strong>the</strong>ir<br />

deadline. For example, <strong>the</strong>re is a mushroom<br />

hunt at Rogaland Arboretum on<br />

September 10, a train trip and hike on<br />

West Norway ’s Main Road (Den<br />

Ve s t l a n d s ke Hove d vei) on September<br />

11, orienteering in Sørmarka here in<br />

<strong>Stavanger</strong> on September 18, a rock trip<br />

in Tananger sponsored by <strong>the</strong><br />

Geological Association on September<br />

25 (free), a climbing course for children<br />

over 6 years <strong>of</strong> age on October 1, and a<br />

bit longer hike to Bynuten on October 2.<br />

Enjoy Norway!<br />

Len Duevel, PhD<br />

Primary <strong>School</strong> Principal<br />

LPDuevel@isstavanger.no<br />

Works Cited: Collins, J. Good to Great.<br />

New York: Harper Collins Business, 2001.<br />

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IFG – SWEC – YEPA<br />

<strong>International</strong> Friendship Group<br />

At ISS <strong>the</strong>re are three active student groups which are concerned with<br />

local and global issues relating to human and animal life and <strong>the</strong> environment.<br />

<strong>The</strong> idea for <strong>the</strong> <strong>International</strong> Friendship Group (IFG) came in 1992 from a<br />

10 th grade student (Kirsty Kemp) who wanted to encourage school support<br />

for deserving causes both overseas and locally. <strong>The</strong> main aim <strong>of</strong> this group is<br />

to raise awareness <strong>of</strong> different needs and problems and <strong>the</strong>n to do<br />

something constructive about <strong>the</strong>m. IFG is open to students in 9 th – 12 th<br />

grades.<br />

<strong>The</strong> primary school group Show We Care (SWEC), open to students in 3 rd<br />

– 5 th grades, was formed in <strong>the</strong> spring <strong>of</strong> 2001 when ISS started <strong>the</strong><br />

process <strong>of</strong> becoming a Miljøfyrtårn (green) school. <strong>The</strong>se children wanted<br />

to do something to help children, families, animals and <strong>the</strong> environment.<br />

<strong>The</strong> middle school group Youth for <strong>the</strong> Environment, People and Animals<br />

(YEPA) was formed in September 2003. In May 2005 a group <strong>of</strong> four<br />

students representing YEPA took part in <strong>the</strong> Young Agenda Conference in<br />

Åsenhallen, Sola. Over 500 children aged 11 – 13 from 30 countries<br />

worldwide came toge<strong>the</strong>r to share <strong>the</strong>ir ideas and visions for a better<br />

future. It was a very exciting and uplifting experience.<br />

IFG, SWEC and YEPA meet weekly throughout <strong>the</strong> school year. This is<br />

when ideas are put forward for discussion and when plans are made for<br />

forthcoming events. <strong>The</strong> students are encouraged to think <strong>of</strong> different<br />

kinds <strong>of</strong> events and projects which fulfill <strong>the</strong> groups’ aims. Some charities<br />

are supported regularly; students may recommend o<strong>the</strong>rs. An effort is<br />

made to ensure that events and projects are based on recycling, individual<br />

and group effort, compassion for <strong>the</strong> sick and needy, giving pleasure, helping<br />

<strong>the</strong> community and student initiative.<br />

<strong>The</strong>se groups are happy to share with you that over Kr.104, 000 was raised<br />

during <strong>the</strong> 2005 – 2006 school year. Be sure to read our pages in <strong>the</strong><br />

<strong>Informer</strong> and keep up to date with our events during <strong>the</strong> next school year.<br />

Many exciting things are being planned!<br />

Christine Kemp<br />

IFG / SWEC / YEPA advisor<br />

ckemp@isstavanger.no<br />

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Scouting<br />

CUB SCOUTS<br />

PACK 230<br />

2005-2006 SCHOOL YEAR<br />

WELCOME BACK!!!!! Registration for Cub Scouts - Pack 230 for <strong>the</strong> 2005 school year is<br />

just around <strong>the</strong> corner on August 30th. If you’re looking for exciting ACTIVITIES this is<br />

<strong>the</strong> place for your Cub Scout. Cub Scouts <strong>of</strong>fers an excellent opportunity for Personal<br />

Development through Interaction & Teamwork with o<strong>the</strong>r Scouts. Your Scout will<br />

participate in Camp Outs, Hikes, Pack Rallies and o<strong>the</strong>r Projects (like <strong>the</strong> exciting<br />

Pinewood Derby). And for having all <strong>of</strong> this fun, each scout will be given Recognition &<br />

Awards for <strong>the</strong>ir hard work, which reinforces <strong>the</strong> principles <strong>of</strong> Cub Scouts.<br />

Look for <strong>the</strong> Cub Scouts Booth at <strong>the</strong> ISS A ctivity Fair on August 30 th and fill out a<br />

registration form and pay registration fee for your scout.<br />

****************************************************************************************************<br />

REGISTRATION OPEN TO ALL BOYS IN 1 ST - 5 TH GRADES<br />

CLASSIFICATION GRADE/AGE<br />

REGISTRATION FEE<br />

TIGER SCOUTS 1 ST GRADE (OR AGE 7) 400 NOK<br />

WOLF SCOUTS 2 ND GRADE (OR AGE 8) 500 NOK<br />

BEAR SCOUTS 3 RD GRADE (OR AGE 9) 550 NOK<br />

WEBELOS SCOUTS 4 TH & 5 TH GRADES (OR AGE 10) 600 NOK<br />

Mark Your Calendar – Pack 230 Key Dates<br />

AUGUST 30 SIGN-UP @ ISS ACTIVITY FAIR<br />

SEPT. 13 FIRST PACK RALLY (Parents & Cubs)<br />

OCT. 1-2 PACK CAMP OUT<br />

DECEMBER COMMUNITY ACTIVITY<br />

JAN. 28 PINEWOOD DERBY<br />

FEB. 17 BLUE & GOLD BANQUET<br />

MARCH 24 AWARDS BANQUET &<br />

ARROW OF LIGHT CEREMONY<br />

APRIL 1-2 FINAL EVENT – PACK CAMP OUT<br />

PARENTS NEEDED AS LEADERS / HELPERS!!!!<br />

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:<br />

TONY MARION 51536602 / 97040809<br />

JEROME DELACRUZ 51881623 / 99354532<br />

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Scouting<br />

Girl Scouts at ISS<br />

Be sure to stop by <strong>the</strong> Girl Scout table during Leisure Fair to sign your<br />

daughter up for Girl Scouts. We will have a Brownie Troop (for 1st, 2nd and 3rd<br />

grade girls) and a Junior Troop (for 4th, 5th and 6th grade girls).<br />

We are still looking for volunteers to lead a Daisy troop (kindergarten girls) and<br />

a Cadette troop (for 7th, 8th and 9th grade girls).<br />

<strong>The</strong> registration fee is 350 NOK per girl. Any girl who is a U.S. citizen or who<br />

attends ISS may join Girl Scouts. We welcome both returning Girl Scouts and new<br />

girls!<br />

Also, come support our BAKE SALE at <strong>the</strong> Leisure Fair.<br />

Tresa De La Cruz<br />

jerome_tresa@hotmail.com<br />

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August 26, 2005<br />

E-mail: parentassociation@gmail.com - www.isstavanger.no click “Parents”<br />

Parent Association News<br />

<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong><br />

Get ready because it’s that time <strong>of</strong> year again. It’s time to figure out what leisure<br />

activities <strong>the</strong> entire family will want to do now school has started. So plan on going to<br />

<strong>the</strong> LEISURE FAIR on TUESDAY, 30 TH AUGUST from 5:30-7:30pm to see all <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />

many leisure activities on <strong>of</strong>fer in and around town and at school for <strong>the</strong> entire family.<br />

Take your time, browse by each table to thoroughly investigate each activity to see what<br />

will be right for you. And remember, some activities require an upfront payment <strong>of</strong> cash<br />

so you might want to have some Norwegian Kroner with you that night.<br />

For more information and/or questions call our Hospitality Chairperson<br />

Leah Ma<strong>the</strong>ws 51594552.<br />

Welcome and please join us for a<br />

On Thursday, 1 st September at 9:00 all newcomers, including all those who’ve come any<br />

time during 2005, are invited to <strong>the</strong> Parent Associations’ Newcomer C<strong>of</strong>fee Morning in<br />

<strong>the</strong> school’s Cafeteria. Please take this opportunity to come and have a cup <strong>of</strong> c<strong>of</strong>fee and<br />

a treat. Take time to visit with <strong>the</strong> current PA Board and o<strong>the</strong>r parents and ask all <strong>the</strong><br />

questions you have on living in <strong>Stavanger</strong>, ISS, etc. Dr. Len Duevel, Mrs. Jane Lund and<br />

Dr. Linda Duevel will be on hand to give us a quick run-down on <strong>the</strong> school. We look<br />

forward to meeting you and hope you will join us.<br />

For more information and/or questions call our Hospitality Chairperson<br />

Leah Ma<strong>the</strong>ws 51594552<br />

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<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong> August 26, 2005<br />

E-mail: parentassociation@gmail.com - www.isstavanger.no click “Parents”<br />

Parent Association News<br />

BECOME A FRIEND<br />

<strong>The</strong> best way to make a friend is to be a friend.<br />

Please volunteer to help a new family coming into ISS. We will match you with<br />

someone who can identify with your nationality or <strong>the</strong> languages you can speak, or with<br />

someone living in your area or whose children are <strong>the</strong> same age or grade. This is just a<br />

way to welcome newcomers and give <strong>the</strong>m an instant friend. We appreciate any help you<br />

can <strong>of</strong>fer!<br />

Name__________________________________________________________<br />

E-mail/Phone____________________________________________________<br />

Nationality and Languages Spoken___________________________________<br />

Area where you live_______________________________________________<br />

Children’s Name & Grade (in 2005/06)________________________________<br />

________________________________________________________________<br />

________________________________________________________________<br />

You or your child can turn this form into <strong>the</strong> colorful bag hanging right beside <strong>the</strong> kiosk<br />

with a big First Friends sign on it. We will also be at <strong>the</strong> Leisure Fair on <strong>the</strong> 30 th .<br />

Newcomers can sign up as well as those willing to befriend <strong>the</strong>m.<br />

Tusen takk!<br />

Leah Ma<strong>the</strong>ws, Parent Association’s Hospitality Chair<br />

51594552 dale-ste@online.no<br />

Welcome Aboard SMOOTH SAILING at ISS 2005-2006<br />

<strong>The</strong> Parents Association would like to thank:<br />

Leah Ma<strong>the</strong>ws and Terri Tyrrell for organizing <strong>the</strong> Parent Volunteer<br />

Appreciation C<strong>of</strong>fee last June. This end-<strong>of</strong>-<strong>the</strong>-year treat was enjoyed by all who<br />

attended.<br />

• T he ISS administration for <strong>the</strong>ir support and assistance in our projects. We look<br />

forward to working toge<strong>the</strong>r during this school year.<br />

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August 26, 2005<br />

E-mail: parentassociation@gmail.com - www.isstavanger.no click “Parents”<br />

Parent Association News<br />

ONLY TWO SHIFTS REMAINING!!!<br />

Keen to see what’s happening at <strong>the</strong> school?<br />

Interested in hearing <strong>the</strong> latest news?<br />

On <strong>the</strong> spot for your kids!<br />

Staff and students benefit from <strong>the</strong> service!<br />

Know that you are helping!<br />

<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong><br />

Looking for a job that fits <strong>the</strong> above needs? Why not sign up for a shift at <strong>the</strong><br />

kiosk!!! It’s fun, convenient, and NO pressure. If you would like to help out on<br />

ei<strong>the</strong>r: Thursday 10:15 – 12:00 or<br />

Friday 10:15 – 12:00 <strong>the</strong>n please put your name on <strong>the</strong> sign<br />

up sheet outside <strong>the</strong> kiosk or call/email me on 51 55 95 59/ barryj@broadpark.no<br />

Looking forward to seeing you <strong>the</strong>re,<br />

Maureen Jones<br />

Kiosk Volunteer Coordinator<br />

WANTED:<br />

Room Parents/Grade Level Reps<br />

WHY:<br />

For coordinating various functions in <strong>the</strong> classroom (such as seasonal parties),<br />

assisting <strong>the</strong> teacher in finding classroom helpers and field trip chaperones,<br />

and organizing o<strong>the</strong>r parent volunteers for Parent Association events.<br />

REWARD:<br />

It’s a really fun experience, plus you can get involved in your child’s classroom<br />

and meet new people.<br />

TO VOLUNTEER OR FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:<br />

Primary <strong>School</strong> Liaisons<br />

Sheila Lowe amy14041@yahoo.com<br />

Ulrike Weiss masch@frisurf.no<br />

Middle <strong>School</strong> Liaison<br />

Julia Palma julia.palma@jwc.nato.int<br />

High <strong>School</strong> Liaison<br />

Sandy Bowen cuinnorway@yahoo.com<br />

NOTE: You can also sign up or get more information at <strong>the</strong> Leisure Fair on Aug. 30 th .<br />

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<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong> August 26, 2005<br />

E-mail: parentassociation@gmail.com - www.isstavanger.no click “Parents”<br />

Parent Association News<br />

PA’s ALL SCHOOL BBQ, last Friday August 19<br />

With such SMOOTH SAILING AT ISS right from <strong>the</strong> very beginning it is no<br />

wonder <strong>the</strong> Back to <strong>School</strong> BBQ was a WHALE <strong>of</strong> a success! Many thanks to all<br />

<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> people who came to enjoy <strong>the</strong> event and added to <strong>the</strong> festive atmosphere<br />

<strong>of</strong> our first ever and hopefully annual ALL SCHOOL BBQ.<br />

To my SAILORS who truly helped make this a team effort:<br />

Dawn Elsborg<br />

Terri Tyrrell<br />

Kim Bolt<br />

Mindy Musaeus<br />

Carol Rice<br />

Tim Tyrrell<br />

Nils Musaeus<br />

Lorraine Abdelmalek<br />

Leah Ma<strong>the</strong>ws<br />

Richard King<br />

Laura Hayes<br />

Tresa DeLaCruz<br />

Sandy Bowen<br />

Cheryl Hogarth<br />

Pirjo Hirvonen<br />

Julia Palma<br />

Nicole Czarapata<br />

Marie Hognestad<br />

Chris Sweet<br />

John Weirich<br />

Pete Hogarth<br />

Maureen Jones<br />

Bill Rice<br />

Julie Thompson<br />

Seona MacKenzie<br />

Carolien Aretz<br />

Thanks to <strong>the</strong> Skippers <strong>of</strong> passing boats who <strong>of</strong>fered <strong>the</strong>ir help at <strong>the</strong> drop <strong>of</strong><br />

an anchor:<br />

Ingrid Ohrvik<br />

Kimble Walsh-Knarvik<br />

Johnny Josdal<br />

Anne Brit Fox<br />

Ole Zakariassen<br />

Tor Inge Berge<br />

Thanks for <strong>the</strong> support, advice, expertise, and problem solving from <strong>the</strong> Admiral<br />

<strong>of</strong> our fleet, Dr. Linda Duevel, and her Commodores, Ms. Jayne Lund and Dr. Len<br />

Duevel!!!! (Parking ships in narrow slips is never easy!)<br />

Thanks to all <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> CAS Ensigns who provided all <strong>of</strong> our Deckhands with<br />

entertainment. Thanks to <strong>the</strong> seamen who helped direct <strong>the</strong> shipping lane<br />

traffic! Thanks to our Entertainment Master Chief, Don Hux, along with Pete<br />

Hogarth’s sound system. It made getting <strong>the</strong> crews in places <strong>of</strong> need much<br />

easier plus providing music to soo<strong>the</strong> our minds while at sea.<br />

To <strong>the</strong> BEST DARN CHEF IN THE WHOLE FLEET: JP Duc and his assistants<br />

Espen and Emil. When figuring out how to feed <strong>the</strong> entire school and <strong>the</strong>ir<br />

families we thought we would DROWN but with your support, advice and<br />

expertise we found ourselves floating with our heads above <strong>the</strong> stormy seas<br />

time and time again! Espen and Emil guided us around many rocky shores along<br />

<strong>the</strong> way. We could not have done it without YOU! Thank you SO much for<br />

sharing your galley with us so that we could prepare a meal for 700!<br />

We look forward to seeing you on our next CRUISE! (BINGO, November 12 th , by<br />

<strong>the</strong> way!)<br />

It was my pleasure and on behalf <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> entire Parent Association Board,<br />

Thank you,<br />

Traci Weirich<br />

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August 26, 2005<br />

E-mail: parentassociation@gmail.com - www.isstavanger.no click “Parents”<br />

Parent Association News<br />

<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong><br />

<strong>The</strong> Parent Association (PA) welcomes (back) all families to<br />

ISS. All parents <strong>of</strong> students attending ISS are automatic<br />

members <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Parent Association (no membership fee).<br />

<strong>The</strong> PA Board is a group <strong>of</strong> parents that meets every<br />

month and we take <strong>the</strong> initiative on organizing a number<br />

<strong>of</strong> activities at ISS. An important goal for <strong>the</strong>se<br />

activities is community building: make <strong>the</strong> school a place<br />

where our students like to be. And we need your help to<br />

make that happen! We like having a <strong>the</strong>me for <strong>the</strong> school<br />

year. This year’s <strong>the</strong>me is<br />

You will no doubt see a lot <strong>of</strong> nautical decorations in <strong>the</strong> school this year!<br />

Please mark your calendar for this year’s P A activities and events:<br />

Friday August 26<br />

Middle <strong>School</strong> BBQ (5:00-7:00pm) - MS<br />

students only!<br />

Tuesday August 30 LEISURE & INFORMATION FAIR (5:30-<br />

7:30pm) Information on sports and o<strong>the</strong>r<br />

activities in <strong>Stavanger</strong>!<br />

Thursday September 1 NEW PARENT WELCOME COFFEE (9:00am)<br />

Find out more about ISS and meet new<br />

people.<br />

Thursday September 15 STAFF APPRECIATION LUNCH – (ISS<br />

STAFF ONLY!!) to show our appreciation for<br />

<strong>the</strong> care <strong>the</strong> staff shows our students.<br />

October 31-November 27 READING INCENTIVE FOR PRIMARY<br />

SCHOOL (Winner Party: December 2)<br />

Saturday, November 12 BINGO (3:00-6:00pm) – a fun-filled family<br />

event<br />

Tuesday, December 6 Santa Pictures – Primary and Middle <strong>School</strong><br />

Wednesday, January 18<br />

NEW PARENT WELCOME COFFEE (9:00am)<br />

Find out more about ISS and meet new<br />

people.<br />

March 6-March 24<br />

READING INCENTIVE FOR PRIMARY<br />

SCHOOL<br />

Saturday, March 25 INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL (4:00-7:00)<br />

a fun-filled family event<br />

May/June<br />

VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION COFFEE<br />

(exact date & time will be set later)<br />

All events and activities take place at ISS. We hope you will all be able to<br />

embark on and enjoy <strong>the</strong>se events. We wish you all a smooth sailing at ISS!<br />

On behalf <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Parent Association <strong>of</strong> ISS, Carolien Aretz<br />

aretz@broadpark.no or phone: 51 57 18 10<br />

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Various Activities<br />

<strong>International</strong> <strong>School</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Stavanger</strong><br />

Interested in becoming a substitute?<br />

Substitute orientation/information meeting<br />

Wednesday, August 31, 2005<br />

10:00 a.m. in <strong>the</strong> Cafeteria<br />

Information packs and application forms<br />

will be available at <strong>the</strong> meeting<br />

We look forward to seeing you!<br />

SCIENCE MAGAZINES WANTED! If you have any science or technology magazines<br />

(not more <strong>the</strong>n a year old, please) you do not need any more, please consider<br />

donating <strong>the</strong>m to 7th grade science. Please leave <strong>the</strong>m in <strong>the</strong> main <strong>of</strong>fice or bring<br />

<strong>the</strong>m to room 108.<br />

NB! <strong>The</strong>y do not need to be in English.<br />

M. Nordgren, 7th grade Science/Ma<strong>the</strong>matics teacher<br />

Kokondo Karate and Jujitsu<br />

Kokondo <strong>of</strong>fers traditional styles <strong>of</strong> Karate and Jujitsu which emphasize practical<br />

and effective self-defense taught in a safe and fun manner. Kokondo Karate is a traditional<br />

Japanese martial art which incorporates punches, blocks, and kicks as <strong>the</strong>y<br />

apply to self-defense situations. Jujitsu involves throwing techniques, learning to<br />

fall and tumble safely, as well as utilization <strong>of</strong> pressure points, restraining techniques<br />

and take-downs to defend oneself against an attacker. Specific techniques<br />

are taught to effectively defend against chokes, grabs, strikes, and multiple attackers.<br />

Size is not a factor when learning <strong>the</strong>se techniques.<br />

<strong>The</strong> class is open to ISS boys and girls 4th grade and above,<br />

ISS parents, and staff <strong>of</strong> ISS.<br />

<strong>The</strong> cost will be NOK 200/month or NOK 800 per half term (Sept 5 - Jan 13).<br />

Please contact Tom Miller at 51 65 93 45 (<strong>of</strong>fice) 958 11 774 (mobile).<br />

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August 26, 2005<br />

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ADD A NAIL<br />

Moving to Tananger<br />

Special <strong>of</strong>fer to end September:<br />

Mini Manicure Kr. 250.-<br />

Mini Pedicure Kr 250.-<br />

Acrylic Nails Kr 450.-<br />

For appointment please call<br />

Adda on 93 84 60 76<br />

See you at;<br />

Fashion Frisør & Solsenter<br />

Torkelstien 1, Tananger<br />

<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong><br />

LANGUAGE TUITION<br />

in<br />

French, German,<br />

Norwegian and English<br />

Do you want to learn a new language?<br />

I am a fully qualified and experienced<br />

Language Teacher from England who is<br />

available during <strong>the</strong> day to teach you.<br />

I am booking now for individual and<br />

small group lessons beginning in<br />

August/ September.<br />

If interested, please contact<br />

Helen Peel Tel.51 59 33 98<br />

Violin lessons<br />

available<br />

from a highly experienced<br />

teacher.<br />

Tel.: Kris 951 28 164<br />

Balloon time<br />

We would like to welcome back all <strong>the</strong> students to <strong>the</strong> ISS and<br />

also a big welcome to <strong>the</strong> new comers to <strong>the</strong> school and to<br />

<strong>Stavanger</strong>.<br />

Don’t forget we can make your happy times even happier with<br />

our wonderful balloon decorations and balloon bouquets.<br />

For all your balloon requirements please contact;<br />

Or see,<br />

Tel; 51 69 00 35<br />

www.balloontime.no<br />

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Looking for family fun?<br />

<strong>The</strong> new book, Fun in Norway with Kids,<br />

<strong>of</strong>fers over 700 kid-friendly places<br />

in and around Oslo, Bergen, Trondheim, <strong>Stavanger</strong>,<br />

Kristiansand and Telemark!<br />

Order on-line at www.fun-in-norway-with-kids.com.<br />

FOCUS ON THE FAMILY<br />

You can listen to a radio program in English from Focus on <strong>the</strong> Fa m i ly, eve ry<br />

S a t u r d ay at 10 o' clock on FM Radio 100.5<br />

A repeat <strong>of</strong> this program can be heard on We d n e s d ay evening at 10 o'clock (22h00).<br />

Do be sure to tune in!<br />

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August 26, 2005<br />

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Veronica Annett<br />

BMus., LRSM, PGCE.<br />

Please call 452 04 979<br />

Experienced CLEANER available.<br />

Over 6 years experience <strong>of</strong> cleaning<br />

ex-pats’ houses to a high standard.<br />

References available.<br />

Give me a ring.<br />

Hanna 400 04 852<br />

FOR SALE<br />

1 Ab-King Pro exercise machine, used<br />

once - bought from shopping channel<br />

for kr 1600.<br />

Will sell for kr 1000.<br />

Lizzie: 916 14 998<br />

PIANO TUITION<br />

<strong>of</strong>fered by<br />

Stephanie W. Blanchard<br />

GRSM ARCM<br />

Tel.: 51 59 37 73 (Hundvåg) or<br />

m.: 934 17 739<br />

for fur<strong>the</strong>r information.<br />

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<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong> August 26, 2005<br />

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LILLEGYM<br />

GYM FOR TODDLERS<br />

OF CIRCA 18 MONTHS-3YEARS<br />

13 weeks <strong>of</strong> Lillegym<br />

running from Sept. 5th until Christmas<br />

On: Monday mornings<br />

at 09.30 and 10.30<br />

At: <strong>the</strong> British <strong>School</strong>, Gausel<br />

For: kr 800<br />

Call: Christel Gibbs<br />

qualified PE-teacher<br />

On: 51 89 33 37 or 970 18 787<br />

Mail: johnandchristel@hotmail.com<br />

HATHA YOGA<br />

13 weeks <strong>of</strong> Yoga<br />

running from Sept. 6th until Christmas<br />

On: Tuesdays at 09.30; 17.30; 19.30<br />

Thursdays at 20.00<br />

At: <strong>The</strong> British <strong>School</strong>, Gausel<br />

Adults: kr 100 per session for 5 or<br />

more; 1150 kr. full term<br />

T’agers: 60 kr. per session for 5 or<br />

more; 700 kr. full term<br />

Sessions last 75 mins.<br />

Pregnancy Yoga classes by arrangement<br />

at <strong>the</strong> Gosen Skole, Madla.<br />

Contact Christel Gibbs (British Wheel<br />

<strong>of</strong> Yoga teacher) on 51 89 33 37<br />

or 970 18 787 or<br />

johnandchristel@hotmail.com<br />

COUNSELLING for<br />

W e l l b e i n g<br />

Make <strong>the</strong> MOST out <strong>of</strong> LIFE including<br />

its difficulties. Try counselling for<br />

self-fulfilment, career change, growth<br />

and for coping well with stress, depression,<br />

family <strong>the</strong>mes, neuroses and negative<br />

behaviour patterns.<br />

•What do <strong>the</strong>y mean?<br />

•How can difficulties become helpful?<br />

•Develop as an individual.<br />

John Gibbs is a UKCP registered <strong>the</strong>rapist<br />

and works with adults, couples and<br />

children. Call 51 89 33 37, 954 17 443<br />

or email; welbeing@frisurf.com<br />

Balans Workshops<br />

Workshops given for small groups to<br />

promote wellbeing on a subject <strong>of</strong> your<br />

choice eg.<br />

•stress<br />

•parenting<br />

•<strong>the</strong> ’empty nest’<br />

•dreams<br />

•<strong>the</strong> will<br />

•creativity<br />

Contact John and Christel Gibbs on<br />

51 89 33 37, 970 18 787, 954 17 443<br />

or email welbeing@frisurf.no<br />

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FRIENDSHIP BIBLE COFFEE<br />

Starting Friday 26 August at Madla Bydelshus, at 10 o'clock till 12 o'clock<br />

Please come and enjoy a time <strong>of</strong> fellowship and sharing. All welcome.<br />

For more information contact Lucy at 51 55 56 55 or Jodi at 51 65 55 38<br />

INNteriør<br />

Does your new home need a fresh look?<br />

• C oordination <strong>of</strong> colours<br />

• Redecoration<br />

• C urtains and/or s<strong>of</strong>t furnishings<br />

• F urniture and white goods<br />

• A ssistance with sourcing local<br />

tradesmen and services<br />

Call Anne Gunn, qualified Interior Designer,<br />

to arrange a consultation.<br />

Tel. 47276790 or e-mail anvs@online.no<br />

Looking for a BABYSITTER ?<br />

Responsible ISS 9 th grader available to look<br />

after children aged 3-12 years evenings and<br />

weekends in Stokka/Eiganes area.<br />

Call Kirsten 51 919912<br />

ENGLISH LANGUAGE LESSONS<br />

Wish to learn/improve your English?<br />

Qualified English language teacher available<br />

for private individual/group lessons <strong>of</strong> all ages<br />

and levels.<br />

For more information contact:<br />

Jean Peacock on 51 91 99 12<br />

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YOGA! IYENGAR-STYLE!<br />

Starting Monday 5 September<br />

A wonderful antidote to <strong>the</strong> stresses<br />

and strains <strong>of</strong> today’s hectic life<br />

For men and women <strong>of</strong> all Ages<br />

and Abilities<br />

Morning and Evening Courses<br />

New Beginners Course<br />

Times and venues to be confirmed.<br />

PILATES MATWORK!<br />

N ew Beginners and Fo l l ow on cours e s<br />

Times and venues to be confirmed<br />

Simple, precise, controlled movements<br />

to stretch and streng<strong>the</strong>n<br />

SIGN-UP AT ACTIVITY FAIR 30<br />

AUGUST 17:30-19:30<br />

For more info please call Zigi Houston<br />

51 56 75 08<br />

zigihou@hotmail.com<br />

Karuna Yoga, BWY and Pilates teacher<br />

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August 26, 2005<br />

<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong><br />

Editor’s Page<br />

<strong>The</strong> issue date for <strong>the</strong> first few <strong>Informer</strong>s <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> 2005-2006 school year is:<br />

Friday s 26.08. 09.09., 30.09., 21.10., 11.11., 02.12.<br />

Deadline is Tuesday 3 days before, at noon.<br />

<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong> is issued every two weeks, which amounts to 16-18 editions per school year.<br />

To have CLASSIFIED ADS published in <strong>the</strong> <strong>Informer</strong>, you can reach me in one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />

following ways: by e-mail:LHoie@isstavanger.no, by phone: 51554322, by fax: 51554301<br />

or just pass by <strong>the</strong> school with your advertisement on a diskette.<br />

<strong>The</strong> editor reserves <strong>the</strong> right to edit ads to fit <strong>the</strong> space requested by you.<br />

Prices: Companies Private persons ISS Teachers/Students<br />

Full page: NOK 1200,- NOK 600,- NOK 300,-<br />

Half page NOK 800,- NOK 400,- NOK 200,-<br />

Third <strong>of</strong> a page NOK 600,- NOK 300,- NOK 150,-<br />

Quarter page: NOK 400,- NOK 200,- NOK 100,-<br />

Eight <strong>of</strong> a page NOK 200,- NOK 100,- NOK 50,-<br />

Families with children at ISS receive a free copy sent home in <strong>the</strong>ir youngest child’s backpack,<br />

or - in <strong>the</strong> case <strong>of</strong> high schoolers - sent home by mail. O<strong>the</strong>rs wishing to subscribe<br />

may do so for <strong>the</strong> annual subscription rate <strong>of</strong> NOK 250,-. If you are a subscriber and wish to<br />

continue your subscription, an invoice will be sent to your address in <strong>the</strong> fall <strong>of</strong> 2004.<br />

NB! If you do not receive your <strong>Informer</strong>, please check that your family name is clearly<br />

marked on your letter box, or else <strong>the</strong> postman might return <strong>the</strong> newsletter to ISS.NB!<br />

<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong> is also issued on <strong>the</strong> ISS web-page:<br />

www.isstavanger.no . Go to “News” and <strong>the</strong>n to “<strong>Informer</strong>”<br />

Liv Nærland Høie, Editor<br />

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<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong> August 26, 2005<br />

<strong>The</strong> Chef can be contacted at # 51 55 43 53 or JPDuc@isstavanger.no<br />

Lunch Menu 29/8 - 30/9, 2005<br />

In addition to <strong>the</strong> daily HOT MEAL for lunch, <strong>the</strong><br />

cafeteria serves a “soup <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> day” and a vegetarian option.<br />

Hot Meal<br />

M 29 . 8 Roasted lemon chicken and veg e t a bles<br />

T 30 . 8 Gratinated Hot Dog stew<br />

W 31 . 8 B u rritos<br />

T 00 . 9 S m o ked pork chops with apple sauce<br />

F 02 . 9 Fried cod with diced tomatoes and basil salsa<br />

M 05 . 9 Chili con Carne and rice<br />

T 06 . 9 B a ked maccaroni with chicken and tomatoes<br />

W 07 . 9 Pizza<br />

T 08 . 9 Lamb Kebab and salad<br />

F 09 . 9 Salmon Teriaki ( or Sushi - 50 kr a plate - pre order possible)<br />

M 12 . 9 Roasted chicken legs w/thyme & lemon and roasted veg e t a bles<br />

T 13 . 9 Lasagna and salad<br />

W 14.9 H a m bu rger and fries<br />

T 15.9 No sch o o l<br />

F 16 . 9 No school<br />

M 19 . 9 Tacos and rice<br />

T 20 . 9 Spaghetti Bolognaise<br />

W 21 . 9 C h i c ken bu rritos<br />

T 22 . 9 L a m m e f r i k a s s é ( L a m b ’s Stew w/veg e t a bl e s )<br />

F 23 . 9 P l u k k fi s k ( N o r wegian speciality, ve ry child friendly cod,<br />

veg e t a bles & potatoes in Bechamel sauce)<br />

M 26 . 9 S h e p h e r d ’s pie<br />

T 27 . 9 Beef Stroga n o ff and rice pilaf<br />

W 28 . 9 Pizza<br />

T 29 . 9 F å r i k å l ( spetember lamb and cabbage stew )served with potatoes<br />

F 30 . 9 Roasted salmon with Pesto, veg e t a bles and potatoes<br />

Girl’s kilt and blouse<br />

left on bus #8 last April.<br />

Does it belong to you?<br />

If so - please contact <strong>the</strong> KIOSK.<br />

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<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong> For <strong>Informer</strong> deadlines - see Editor’s page! August 26, 2005<br />

Important<br />

35<br />

Dates<br />

2005 - 2006 <strong>School</strong> Year<br />

Au g u s t<br />

26 Middle <strong>School</strong> Back to <strong>School</strong> BBQ, at ISS, 17:00-19:00<br />

30 Parent Association Activity/Leisure Fair, ISS,17:30-19:30<br />

31 Substitute orientation/information meeting, Cafeteria, 10:00<br />

31 Middle <strong>School</strong> Open House, 19:00<br />

S e p t e m b e r<br />

2 London <strong>School</strong> <strong>of</strong> Economics visits ISS, Cafeteria, 13:00-13:50<br />

5-9 <strong>School</strong> photographs (- time table page 15)<br />

6 Primary <strong>School</strong> Open House, 18:30<br />

7 6th grade Field Trip (all day)<br />

7 High <strong>School</strong> Open House, 18:30<br />

9 Kings College, Imperial College, University College visit ISS, Cafeteria, 13:00-13:50<br />

14 Mid-point <strong>of</strong> Q1<br />

15-16 No school for students (in-service days)<br />

17 Beach Clean Up at Sola beach, 10:00 - 11:30<br />

23 High <strong>School</strong> StuCo Lock-in<br />

O c t o b e r<br />

2-7 6th and 7th grade Leirskole<br />

8 SAT, ISS, 07:45<br />

8-16 October week holiday<br />

15 PSAT/NMSQT , ISS. 08:00<br />

15 TOEFL, ISS, 08:00<br />

21 End <strong>of</strong> Q1<br />

22 ACT, ISS, 08:00<br />

N ove m b e r<br />

3 High <strong>School</strong> Parent/Teacher Conferences, 13:00-18:00<br />

4 High <strong>School</strong> Parent/Teacher Conferences, 08:00-12:00<br />

5 SAT, ISS, 07:45<br />

8 Trinity University visits ISS, Cafeteria, 13:00-13:50<br />

8 Middle <strong>School</strong> Recognition Ceremony (Q1), 13:50-15:15<br />

10 MS Parent/Teacher conferences - 13:00-18:00<br />

11 MS Parent/Teacher conferences - 08:00-12:00<br />

12 Parent Association Bingo Night<br />

23 Mid point <strong>of</strong> Q2<br />

D e c e m b e r<br />

2 Middle <strong>School</strong> Dance, ISS, 19:00<br />

8 MS/HS Concert.<br />

10 ACT, ISS, 08:00<br />

Ja nuary 2006<br />

2 8 SAT, ISS, 07:45<br />

February<br />

1 1 ACT, ISS, 08:00<br />

April<br />

8 ACT, ISS, 08:00<br />

May<br />

6 SAT, ISS, 07:45

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