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<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong><br />
Published by ISS as a Community Newsletter<br />
November 28, 2003 Tel.: 51 55 43 00 Volume No. XXV, No. 7<br />
From <strong>the</strong> Director:<br />
Now that <strong>the</strong> dark days have arrived, I’d<br />
like to remind all parents to see that <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
children are dressed wisely. Reflectors,<br />
reflective vests, and a variety <strong>of</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r products<br />
are available to allow your child to be<br />
seen. Over <strong>the</strong> years, <strong>the</strong> ingenuity and<br />
style <strong>of</strong> “safe clothing” has expanded and<br />
students can look cool and safe at <strong>the</strong> same<br />
time. And while you are choosing reflective<br />
clothing for your children, please<br />
choose some for yourselves as well. Adults<br />
need to been seen on <strong>the</strong>se dark days as<br />
well!<br />
In <strong>the</strong> past week, eighteen ISS employees<br />
traveled down to <strong>the</strong> ECIS (European<br />
Council <strong>of</strong> <strong>International</strong> <strong>School</strong>s), conference<br />
in Hamburg, Germany. <strong>The</strong>y joined<br />
over 2,000 o<strong>the</strong>r international educators<br />
from all over <strong>the</strong> world. Special congratulations<br />
go to Mrs. Hea<strong>the</strong>r Melhus, <strong>the</strong> head<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> ECIS Wellness Committee who presented<br />
two workshop sessions on <strong>the</strong> use <strong>of</strong><br />
portable cardiac defibrillators in schools.<br />
ISS has made a commitment not just to our<br />
own students and staff here in <strong>Stavanger</strong>,<br />
but also to spread <strong>the</strong> important word on<br />
defibrillator training throughout <strong>the</strong> international<br />
school community.<br />
We also congratulate Dr. Len Duevel<br />
who was elected vice-chair <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> ECIS<br />
Curriculum Coordinator’s committee.<br />
While in Hamburg, I had discussions<br />
with several pr<strong>of</strong>essors from <strong>the</strong> University<br />
<strong>of</strong> Bath in England, about <strong>the</strong> possibility <strong>of</strong><br />
setting up ISS as a center for <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
Advanced Courses in Education<br />
Programme, leading to a MA in Education.<br />
<strong>The</strong> Bath system uses a series <strong>of</strong> modules<br />
that can be taken in Bath during <strong>the</strong> summer,<br />
but also at a satellite location. Similar<br />
programmes have been in place for some<br />
time in Brussels, Dusseldorf, Bangkok, and<br />
o<strong>the</strong>r locations. A minimum <strong>of</strong> twelve students<br />
would be required to establish<br />
<strong>Stavanger</strong> as a location for <strong>the</strong> modules,<br />
which would cover a four day period during<br />
<strong>the</strong> school’s fall and spring holidays.<br />
<strong>The</strong> classes would take place at ISS. I presume<br />
an <strong>of</strong>fering <strong>of</strong> this type may well be<br />
<strong>of</strong> interest to some parents in our community<br />
as well as ISS staff members, and if<br />
you would like additional information,<br />
please contact me. We have a number <strong>of</strong><br />
our staff members who have completed, or<br />
are in process <strong>of</strong> completing degrees<br />
through <strong>the</strong> University <strong>of</strong> Bath and <strong>the</strong><br />
institution has an excellent reputation.<br />
A sad note that I shared in my address as<br />
ECIS Board Chair at <strong>the</strong> opening session in<br />
Hamburg, was <strong>the</strong> word that <strong>the</strong> international<br />
school community had been touched<br />
by <strong>the</strong> recent bombings in Istanbul. Roger<br />
Short, <strong>the</strong> UK Consul General in Istanbul<br />
who lost his life last week was a member <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>the</strong> Board <strong>of</strong> Governors <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> British<br />
<strong>International</strong> <strong>School</strong> in Istanbul. He created<br />
<strong>the</strong> school motto, “Knowledge Surpasses<br />
All Limitations.” Truly a ‘hero <strong>of</strong> international<br />
education.’<br />
Regards,<br />
Dr. Linda Duevel<br />
Director<br />
Lduevel@isstavanger.no<br />
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<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong> November 28, 2003<br />
News from <strong>the</strong> Counselor.......<br />
November 28, 2003<br />
News from <strong>the</strong> Counselor.......<br />
<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong><br />
To: All High <strong>School</strong> Students & Parents<br />
Re: Exam Stress<br />
<strong>The</strong> High <strong>School</strong> exams period will run from Friday, 12 December to Wednesday,<br />
17 December. Students’ anticipation <strong>of</strong> this important time <strong>of</strong> year <strong>of</strong>ten leads to<br />
feelings <strong>of</strong> anxiety – or what is commonly known as exam stress. Exam stress is <strong>the</strong><br />
mentally or emotionally disruptive or upsetting condition that occurs in response to<br />
<strong>the</strong> test-taking situation. This state <strong>of</strong> extreme difficulty is capable <strong>of</strong> affecting<br />
physical health, usually characterized by increased heart rate, a rise in blood pressure,<br />
muscular tension, irritability, and depression (Stress Management for Life).<br />
Luckily for students, <strong>the</strong>re is a lot that can be done to help cope with stressful feelings.<br />
One good starting point in <strong>the</strong> quest to manage stress is accepting <strong>the</strong> notion<br />
that a bit stress can be a good thing. Think about it –stress keeps your body alert,<br />
helps you to focus, try harder, and perform at an optimum level.<br />
Though <strong>the</strong>re are various approaches to stress reduction, D. Hamilton’s A Guide<br />
for Maximum Success and Minimum Stress nicely summaries some useful coping<br />
strategies that may be <strong>of</strong> assistance as we enter this challenging time <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> school<br />
year.<br />
General Exam Stress-Busting Tips:<br />
• Believe in yourself. If you prepare for <strong>the</strong> exams properly you should do fine,<br />
meaning that <strong>the</strong>re is no need to worry excessively.<br />
• Don't try to be perfect. It's great to succeed and reach for <strong>the</strong> stars. But keep<br />
things in balance. If you think that "anything less than A+ means I've failed"<br />
<strong>the</strong>n you are creating mountains <strong>of</strong> unnecessary stress for yourself. Aim to do<br />
your best but recognize that none <strong>of</strong> us can be perfect all <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> time.<br />
• Take steps to overcome problems. If you find you don't understand some <strong>of</strong><br />
your course material, getting stressed out won't help. Instead, take action to<br />
address <strong>the</strong> problem directly by seeing your teacher, counselor, or seeking help<br />
from a classmate.<br />
• Don't keep things bottled up. Confiding in someone you trust and who will be<br />
supportive is a great way <strong>of</strong> alleviating stress and worry.<br />
• Keep things in perspective. <strong>The</strong> exams might seem like <strong>the</strong> most crucial thing<br />
right now, but in <strong>the</strong> grand scheme <strong>of</strong> things <strong>the</strong>y are only a small part.<br />
Tips for <strong>the</strong> study/test preparation period:<br />
• Leave plenty <strong>of</strong> time to study so that you don't get into a situation <strong>of</strong> having to<br />
do last minute cramming. This approach will help to boost your confidence and<br />
reduce any pre-exam stress as you know you have prepared well.<br />
• Develop a timetable so that you can track and monitor your progress. Make sure<br />
you allow time for fun and relaxation so that you avoid burning out. As soon as<br />
you notice your mind is losing concentration, take a short break. You will <strong>the</strong>n<br />
come back to your studies refreshed.<br />
• Experiment with several alternative study techniques so that <strong>the</strong> time spent is<br />
more fun and your motivation is high.<br />
• Don't drink too much c<strong>of</strong>fee, tea and carbonated drinks; <strong>the</strong> caffeine will 'hype'<br />
you and make your thinking less clear. Eat healthily and regularly; your brain<br />
will benefit from <strong>the</strong> nutrients.<br />
• Regular moderate exercise will boost your energy, clear your mind and reduce<br />
any feelings <strong>of</strong> stress.<br />
• Try out some yoga, tai chi or relaxation techniques. <strong>The</strong>y will help to keep you<br />
feeling calm and balanced, improve your concentration levels and help you to<br />
sleep better.<br />
Tips for <strong>the</strong> exam itself:<br />
• Avoid panic. It's natural to feel some exam nerves prior to starting <strong>the</strong> exam, but<br />
getting excessively nervous is counterproductive as you will not be able to<br />
think as clearly.<br />
• <strong>The</strong> quickest and most effective way <strong>of</strong> eliminating feelings <strong>of</strong> stress and panic<br />
is to close your eyes and take several long, slow deep breaths. Breathing in this<br />
way calms your whole nervous system. Simultaneously you could give yourself<br />
some mental pep-talk by mentally repeating "I am calm and relaxed" or "I<br />
know I will do fine".<br />
• If your mind goes blank, don't panic! Panicking will just make it harder to recall<br />
information. Instead, focus on slow, deep breathing for about one minute. If<br />
you still can't remember <strong>the</strong> information <strong>the</strong>n move on to ano<strong>the</strong>r question and<br />
return to this question later.<br />
• After <strong>the</strong> exam don't spend endless time criticizing yourself for where you think<br />
you went wrong. Often our own self assessment is far too harsh. Congratulate<br />
yourself for <strong>the</strong> things you did right, learn from <strong>the</strong> bits where you know you<br />
could have done better, and <strong>the</strong>n move on.<br />
Wishing you inner peace during exam time,<br />
Dr. Rick Cameron<br />
High <strong>School</strong> Counselor<br />
RCameron@isstavanger.no<br />
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<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong> November 28, 2003<br />
News from <strong>the</strong> Exams Coordinator<br />
November 28, 2003<br />
High <strong>School</strong>/Middle <strong>School</strong> News<br />
<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong><br />
IB2 MOCK EXAM SCHEDULE: January 2004<br />
From Lynn Park, 21st November 2003 – first draft<br />
Day Morning Afternoon<br />
Day 1 (Wednesday 14th<br />
Jan)<br />
English A1 HL (2h)<br />
English A1 SL (1h30m)<br />
English A2 HL (2h)<br />
English A2 SL (1h30m)<br />
Economics HL (1h + 1h)<br />
Economics SL (1h)<br />
Psychology HL (2h)<br />
Psychology SL (2h)<br />
Day 2 (Thursday 15th Jan)<br />
Economics HL (2h)<br />
Economics SL (2h)<br />
Psychology HL (2h + 1h)<br />
Psychology SL (1h)<br />
Day 3 (Friday 16th Jan) History HL (2h 30m)<br />
Chemistry HL (1h 15m)<br />
Chemistry SL (1h)<br />
Day 4 (Monday 19th Jan) English A1 HL (2h)<br />
English A1 SL (1h30m)<br />
English A2 HL (2h)<br />
English A2 SL (1h30m)<br />
Day 5 (Tuesday 20th Jan) Maths HL (3h)<br />
Math Methods (2h)<br />
Math Studies (2h)<br />
Day 6 (Wednesday 21st<br />
Jan)<br />
Day 7 (Thursday 22nd Jan)<br />
Day 8 (Friday 23rd Jan)<br />
Norsk A1 SL (1h30m)<br />
French A1 SL (1h30m)<br />
Polish A1 SL (1h30m)<br />
Physics HL (1h15m)<br />
Physics SL (1h)<br />
Biology HL (1h15m)<br />
Biology SL (1h)<br />
French B (1h30m + 1h30m)<br />
Spanish B (1h30m + 1h30m)<br />
Spanish ab initio (1h30m +<br />
1h30m)<br />
History HL (1h + 1h30m)<br />
History SL (1h + 1h30m)<br />
Chemistry HL (1h + 2h15m)<br />
Chemistry SL (45m +<br />
1h15m)<br />
Norsk A1 SL (1h30m)<br />
French A1 SL (1h30m)<br />
Polish A1 SL (1h30m)<br />
Maths HL (2h)<br />
Math Methods (1h)<br />
Math Studies (1h)<br />
Physics HL (1h + 2h15m)<br />
Physics SL (45m + 1h15m)<br />
Biology HL (1h + 2h15m)<br />
Biology SL (45m + 1h15m)<br />
Art HL + SL (exhibition –<br />
individual times to be<br />
arranged throughout <strong>the</strong> day)<br />
Make-up exam time<br />
NOTE:<br />
All students will attend normal classes until <strong>the</strong> first day <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> examinations.<br />
IB Diploma and Certificate students will have Study Leave from Wednesday 14th January to Friday 23rd<br />
January 2004, only attending school to take <strong>the</strong> Mock examinations.<br />
All IB Mock examinations will be held in <strong>the</strong> basement. Morning examinations will begin at 0830. Afternoon<br />
examinations will begin at 1330. Students may need to make special arrangements for transport home from<br />
school if <strong>the</strong>y have long examinations in <strong>the</strong> afternoon.<br />
Thoughts from <strong>the</strong> Middle and<br />
High <strong>School</strong> principal<br />
It’s almost December and <strong>the</strong> holidays<br />
are clearly in sight, as is a new year,<br />
2004! It’s not uncommon for that to be a<br />
time for making those resolutions. One<br />
<strong>of</strong> those resolutions might be to become<br />
a person <strong>of</strong> positive influence.<br />
Teachers and parents know all too<br />
well that children learn by watching, listening<br />
and <strong>the</strong>n doing. So <strong>the</strong> integrity<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> model is crucial to <strong>the</strong> learning<br />
outcome. It follows that to have a positive<br />
impact on <strong>the</strong> lives <strong>of</strong> o<strong>the</strong>rs "a person<br />
<strong>of</strong> influence has integrity with<br />
people."<br />
Maxwell and Dornan write, "<strong>The</strong> need<br />
for integrity today is perhaps as great as<br />
it has ever been. And it is absolutely<br />
essential for anyone who desires to<br />
become a person <strong>of</strong> influence. Integrity<br />
is <strong>the</strong> foundation upon which many<br />
o<strong>the</strong>r qualities are built, such as<br />
respect, dignity, and trust. Integrity<br />
commits itself to character over personal<br />
gain, to people over things, to<br />
service over power, to principle over<br />
convenience, to <strong>the</strong> long view over <strong>the</strong><br />
immediate."<br />
Students at ISS are encouraged to<br />
challenge <strong>the</strong>mselves in <strong>the</strong>se ways<br />
through <strong>the</strong> homeroom advisory program<br />
in Middle <strong>School</strong>, service activities<br />
in both Middle and High <strong>School</strong>,<br />
and attention to respecting <strong>the</strong>mselves,<br />
each o<strong>the</strong>r and <strong>the</strong>ir environment.<br />
Developing integrity takes time as it<br />
requires <strong>the</strong> maturation <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> concepts<br />
<strong>of</strong> morals and ethics. Maxwell and<br />
Dornan state,"Developing integrity is<br />
‘an inside job’" and <strong>the</strong>n go on to deal<br />
with three common misconceptions<br />
about integrity:<br />
1. “Integrity is not determined by<br />
circumstances". "…you are<br />
responsible for your choices. Your<br />
circumstances are as responsible for<br />
your character as a mirror is for your<br />
looks. What you see only reflects<br />
what you are."<br />
2. “Integrity is not based on credentials".<br />
"Character comes from who<br />
we are, not what we are."<br />
“Credentials are transient, …turn <strong>the</strong><br />
focus to rights, …add value to only<br />
one person, …look to past accomplishments,<br />
…can only get you in<br />
<strong>the</strong> door. Character is permanent,<br />
…keeps <strong>the</strong> focus on responsibilities,<br />
…adds value to many people,<br />
…builds a legacy for <strong>the</strong> future and<br />
gets you in <strong>the</strong> door and keeps you<br />
<strong>the</strong>re."<br />
3. “Integrity is not to be confused<br />
with reputation”. While reputation<br />
might be more easily recognized in<br />
<strong>the</strong> short term, "a good reputation<br />
only exists because it is a reflection<br />
<strong>of</strong> a person’s character". It really is<br />
who you are when nobody’s looking.<br />
<strong>The</strong>se are <strong>the</strong> challenges for our students<br />
as <strong>the</strong>y grow. Choosing to do ‘<strong>the</strong><br />
right thing’ based on integrity will not<br />
always be <strong>the</strong> popular choice, and certainly<br />
not <strong>the</strong> easiest or most comfort-<br />
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<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong> November 28, 2003<br />
High <strong>School</strong>/Middle <strong>School</strong> News<br />
November 28, 2003<br />
High <strong>School</strong>/Middle <strong>School</strong> News<br />
<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong><br />
able route. But <strong>the</strong> accumulation <strong>of</strong><br />
those decisions will build strong foundations<br />
for a person <strong>of</strong> integrity and<br />
influence. Integrity is not always <strong>the</strong><br />
easiest concept to explain and so here<br />
are five questions Maxwell and Dornan<br />
provide to help <strong>the</strong> reader reflect on<br />
what’s going on ‘inside’, at <strong>the</strong> building<br />
site <strong>of</strong> character. Take some time to<br />
think about <strong>the</strong>se and maybe discuss<br />
<strong>the</strong>m at home.<br />
Questions to help you measure your<br />
integrity<br />
1. How well do I treat people from<br />
whom I can gain nothing?<br />
2. Am I transparent with o<strong>the</strong>rs?<br />
3. Do I role-play based on <strong>the</strong><br />
person(s) I’m with?<br />
4. Am I <strong>the</strong> same person when I’m in<br />
<strong>the</strong> spotlight as I am when I’m<br />
alone?<br />
5. Do I quickly admit wrongdoing<br />
without being pressed to do so?<br />
Ultimately, rising from <strong>the</strong> respect<br />
shown to o<strong>the</strong>rs and <strong>the</strong> high standards<br />
maintained, <strong>the</strong> prize for those people<br />
with integrity is <strong>the</strong> trust <strong>of</strong> o<strong>the</strong>rs,<br />
allowing <strong>the</strong> potential for positive influence<br />
to increase greatly.<br />
(All quotes taken from Becoming a<br />
person <strong>of</strong> influence: how to positively<br />
impact <strong>the</strong> lives <strong>of</strong> o<strong>the</strong>rs John C.<br />
Maxwell and Jim Dornan, 1997)<br />
HS News and Events<br />
Looking back over <strong>the</strong> previous two<br />
weeks <strong>the</strong>re is much to report on and<br />
much to be proud <strong>of</strong>.<br />
<strong>The</strong> College Fair was very successful<br />
for students and college representatives<br />
alike. Students ga<strong>the</strong>red many ‘inside<br />
tips’ from <strong>the</strong> people who ‘build classes<br />
for <strong>the</strong>ir colleges’ each year, while <strong>the</strong><br />
representatives met with our students<br />
and were excited by <strong>the</strong> calibre and<br />
overall level <strong>of</strong> interest. Lots <strong>of</strong> good<br />
questions were asked that afternoon.<br />
<strong>The</strong> following evening <strong>the</strong> HS ISTA<br />
group performed <strong>the</strong>ir piece ’58 degrees<br />
north’ and <strong>the</strong> audience (and <strong>the</strong> cast)<br />
were simply blown away! A wonderful<br />
performance <strong>of</strong> student created and<br />
directed work was received with great<br />
enthusiasm by <strong>the</strong> assembled ISTA<br />
schools participating in <strong>the</strong> event.<br />
Meanwhile <strong>the</strong> MUN group were<br />
attending <strong>the</strong>ir first Iberian Model<br />
United Nations in Lisbon. <strong>The</strong>ir preparation<br />
and performance throughout <strong>the</strong><br />
meeting was commended by <strong>the</strong> organizer<br />
describing <strong>the</strong>m as "outstanding--<br />
well behaved, cooperative, excellent in<br />
debate, and very well informed." <strong>The</strong>y<br />
have been invited to return next year and<br />
to provide student as a debate chair,<br />
such was <strong>the</strong> quality <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir contribution.<br />
Looking on to <strong>the</strong> coming weeks, <strong>the</strong><br />
end <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> semester and <strong>the</strong> school<br />
examinations are on <strong>the</strong> horizon. My<br />
thanks to Dr. Cameron for ‘heading<br />
<strong>the</strong>m <strong>of</strong>f at <strong>the</strong> pass’ with his timely<br />
advice about managing exam stress.<br />
<strong>The</strong> High <strong>School</strong>/Middle <strong>School</strong> winter<br />
concert will warm everyone’s heart<br />
on Wednesday, December 3rd and <strong>the</strong><br />
High <strong>School</strong> Dance on Saturday,<br />
December 6th will provide lots <strong>of</strong> holiday<br />
spirit. <strong>The</strong> last <strong>of</strong> school, Thursday,<br />
December 18th will be a half day for<br />
high school students and <strong>the</strong>re will be<br />
post-exam bowling competition for all<br />
students and teachers that morning.<br />
More details in <strong>the</strong> last <strong>Informer</strong> <strong>of</strong><br />
2003!<br />
Jayne Lund<br />
Principal<br />
Dates for your calendar<br />
December 3rd: MS/HS Concert<br />
December 6th: Winter Formal<br />
December 12th: 17th: Semester Exams<br />
for 9th, 10th and 11th grade -- Classes<br />
for 12th grade<br />
December 18th: End <strong>of</strong> 2nd Quarter/<br />
1st Semester<br />
Half day for HS students<br />
2004<br />
January 1st: Happy New Year!<br />
January 7th: <strong>School</strong> opens.<br />
Third quarter, second semester begins<br />
January 14th – 23rd: Exams for 12th<br />
grade students<br />
Middle <strong>School</strong><br />
Many congratulations to everyone,<br />
teachers, parents and students, involved<br />
in <strong>the</strong> ISTA festival. <strong>The</strong> weekend was<br />
a tremendous success and <strong>the</strong> visiting<br />
schools had a terrific time. Our students<br />
were <strong>the</strong> first group to perform on<br />
Friday evening and <strong>the</strong>y certainly took<br />
my breath away! Tumultuous applause<br />
proved that I wasn’t just <strong>the</strong> ‘proud principal’<br />
in my reaction to <strong>the</strong> piece.<br />
Thanks and buckets <strong>of</strong> bouquets to Ms<br />
Landis for her work with <strong>the</strong> students<br />
and to her and <strong>the</strong> team <strong>of</strong> teachers and<br />
parents that helped with <strong>the</strong> organization<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> event.<br />
We will be welcoming back Mr<br />
Keereman and Mrs Febvay next week,<br />
along with <strong>the</strong> 7th and 8th grade<br />
Spanish students, and looking forward<br />
to hearing <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir exchange experiences.<br />
By all accounts <strong>the</strong>re has been<br />
lots <strong>of</strong> fun and learning in Barcelona<br />
this week.<br />
<strong>The</strong> talent <strong>of</strong> our students knows no<br />
end, and <strong>the</strong> winter concert will be <strong>the</strong><br />
next opportunity for <strong>the</strong> students to<br />
share <strong>the</strong>ir talents with us - a wonderful<br />
way to get into <strong>the</strong> holiday spirit.<br />
<strong>The</strong> "thoughts from <strong>the</strong> principal"<br />
article this week may provide some food<br />
for thought with your students, particularly<br />
<strong>the</strong> ten questions that help identify<br />
integrity. We are all aware <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> need to<br />
continue to help students develop an<br />
understanding <strong>of</strong> ‘respect’ and <strong>the</strong> way<br />
we treat each o<strong>the</strong>r and our environment.<br />
Destructive behaviour, whe<strong>the</strong>r it<br />
is a personal jibe at someone, or damaging<br />
property, creates a negative atmosphere<br />
and it is our responsibility as<br />
teachers and parents to help young people<br />
realize that <strong>the</strong>y have a significant<br />
part to play in creating a positive atmosphere<br />
by <strong>the</strong>ir actions. As <strong>the</strong> saying<br />
goes, "Middle <strong>School</strong>er, a work in<br />
progress".<br />
Jayne Lund<br />
Principal<br />
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<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong> November 28, 2003<br />
High <strong>School</strong>/Middle <strong>School</strong> News<br />
November 28, 2003<br />
High <strong>School</strong>/Middle <strong>School</strong> News<br />
<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong><br />
MS NEWS & EVENTS<br />
As December approaches, <strong>the</strong> middle<br />
school continues to be a busy and active<br />
place. Many 7th and 8th grade Spanish<br />
students have spent this week in<br />
Barcelona on <strong>the</strong> Spanish exchange and<br />
are having great fun and improving <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
Spanish at <strong>the</strong> same time! You can follow<br />
all <strong>the</strong>ir adventures by logging onto<br />
<strong>the</strong> school website and follow <strong>the</strong> links<br />
for middle school/class pages/Spanish<br />
Trip 2003/04.<br />
Next week is a busy week for <strong>the</strong> middle<br />
school. On December 3rd, <strong>the</strong> first<br />
MS/HS concert <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> year will take<br />
place. Please come along and enjoy<br />
some wonderful entertainment from <strong>the</strong><br />
MS and HS bands and choirs.<br />
<strong>The</strong> first MS dance <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> year takes<br />
place on Friday, December 5th. <strong>The</strong><br />
‘Reindeer Rock’ will take place from<br />
7pm until 10pm and is a semi-formal<br />
occasion. <strong>The</strong> evening will include<br />
snacks, great music and dancing, a raffle<br />
and photos to remember <strong>the</strong> occasion<br />
(20kr). 6th graders are asked to bring<br />
baked goods, 7th grade – 1 litre <strong>of</strong> soda<br />
and 8th grade – a bag <strong>of</strong> chips.<br />
It won’t seem long until <strong>the</strong> last week<br />
<strong>of</strong> school, and as usual, <strong>the</strong> middle<br />
school will be continuing with a regular<br />
class schedule until <strong>the</strong> last day <strong>of</strong><br />
school. On Thursday, December 18th,<br />
<strong>the</strong> schedule will be a little different. All<br />
middle school students and teachers will<br />
be going Ten Pin Bowling from 9:30<br />
until 12 noon. For a small charge <strong>of</strong> 25<br />
kr, all middle school students will play<br />
three games (price also includes shoe<br />
hire). This will be <strong>the</strong> final house activity<br />
<strong>of</strong> 2nd quarter. Please send in <strong>the</strong><br />
25kr to your child/children’s homeroom<br />
teacher. In <strong>the</strong> afternoon <strong>of</strong> December<br />
18th, <strong>the</strong> middle school students will<br />
return to <strong>the</strong>ir regular scheduled classes.<br />
<strong>The</strong> basketball season in now well<br />
underway. <strong>The</strong> boys JV team have<br />
played five games already and have won<br />
all five games….congratulations boys!<br />
<strong>The</strong> girls JV team is busy training for<br />
<strong>the</strong>ir first games. Go Vikings!<br />
A big thank you once again to all <strong>the</strong><br />
families who kindly hosted student/s<br />
during <strong>the</strong> recent MS ISTA festival. All<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> students had a great time and<br />
thoroughly enjoyed your kind hospitality.<br />
Thank you!<br />
Important Dates for your Calendar<br />
Nov 22nd-30th: Spanish Exchange to<br />
Barcelona<br />
Dec 3rd: MS/HS Concert, 7:30pm<br />
Dec 5th: MS Dance 7pm-10pm.<br />
Dec 18th - Last day <strong>of</strong> school – Ten Pin<br />
Bowling (am)<br />
Jan 7th - Back to school<br />
Jan 13th - MS Recognition Ceremony<br />
(Q2) – 9am.<br />
Carol Murray<br />
MS Coordinator<br />
cmurray@isstavanger.no<br />
THE SWIMMING SEASON IS ABOUT TO START AGAIN!<br />
Everyone in Middle and High school is welcome to join <strong>the</strong> ISS swimming<br />
team.<br />
This year <strong>the</strong> NECIS swimming tournament is in Luxemburg, March 26th-28th<br />
and you can participate if you wish.<br />
Practices:<br />
Fitness room ISS: Tuesdays from 15.15 to 16.30,<br />
Swimming pool: Thursdays from 15.30 to 17.00<br />
and Saturdays from 16.00 to 17.00.<br />
<strong>The</strong> first training session (fitness) is on Tuesday, January 13th.<br />
I would like to invite all swimmers to an information meeting on<br />
Friday December 12th in <strong>the</strong> Cafeteria at 12.30 for MS and 13.00 for HS.<br />
Mrs. Rianne Hettema<br />
Swimming Head Coach<br />
Mrs. Barbara Ramstad<br />
Mrs. Christin McConnell<br />
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<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong> November 28, 2003<br />
Primary <strong>School</strong> News<br />
November 28, 2003<br />
Primary <strong>School</strong> News<br />
<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong><br />
Our Primary <strong>School</strong> students are<br />
working hard, preparing for <strong>the</strong> Winter<br />
Concert on Thursday, December 11th<br />
at 7:00 p.m. (<strong>The</strong> students need to be at<br />
school by 6:30 p.m.) Our kindergarten<br />
through fifth grade students will be performing.<br />
This is always a wonderful<br />
event and we encourage all families to<br />
attend.<br />
On December 5th, our Dutch students<br />
will present a traditional Dutch<br />
"Sinterklaas Fest". Sinterklaas and his<br />
helpers will be here.<br />
<strong>The</strong> Primary <strong>School</strong> students will<br />
travel to <strong>the</strong> Soma Farm on December<br />
4th (K-2) and December 12th (3-5).<br />
<strong>The</strong>y will have hands-on experiences<br />
with <strong>the</strong> animals, go caroling, meet <strong>the</strong><br />
Norwegian Santa Claus (Julenissen),<br />
play in <strong>the</strong> straw, and also taste a bit <strong>of</strong><br />
Norway with warm rice pudding and<br />
julegrøt.<br />
December 9th at 8:30 is our Santa<br />
Lucia celebration. Some <strong>of</strong> our primary<br />
school children will be dressed in white,<br />
carrying candles and singing <strong>the</strong> traditional<br />
Lucia song. <strong>The</strong> procession will<br />
visit all elementary classes and hand out<br />
buns. An explanation <strong>of</strong> this tradition is<br />
mentioned in <strong>the</strong> Norwegian News following<br />
<strong>the</strong> PS <strong>School</strong> News.<br />
Also on December 9th, "Santa Claus"<br />
will visit <strong>the</strong> primary school students<br />
when <strong>the</strong>y will have <strong>the</strong>ir picture taken<br />
with him. <strong>The</strong> Parent Association will<br />
be donating <strong>the</strong>se pictures and give <strong>the</strong>m<br />
to each child to take home at <strong>the</strong> end <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>the</strong> week.<br />
FIFTH GRADE STUDENTS AND<br />
PARENTS – An informational meeting<br />
will be held Monday, December 15th at<br />
7:00p.m. for our Fifth grade experience<br />
at Gullingan Leirskole. This trip is<br />
scheduled for January 19th-23rd. We<br />
will discuss <strong>the</strong> program and activities<br />
planned along with supply list and cost,<br />
and <strong>of</strong> course, questions and/or concerns<br />
you may have. This year <strong>the</strong> students<br />
will be having a "skiing experience"<br />
along with orienteering, nature study<br />
and outdoor play. Should you not be<br />
able to attend this meeting, we will be<br />
sending home a summary <strong>of</strong> this information.<br />
(Fourth grade will have an<br />
information meeting later in <strong>the</strong> school<br />
year.)<br />
<strong>The</strong> ISS Primary <strong>School</strong> Reading<br />
Class Challenge, Soar into Reading,<br />
sponsored by <strong>the</strong> Parent Association<br />
ends November 28th. An incredible<br />
amount <strong>of</strong> reading is going on in <strong>the</strong><br />
Primary <strong>School</strong>. Students are anxiously<br />
watching <strong>the</strong>ir grade-level soar.<br />
Monday, December 1st is <strong>the</strong> last day<br />
for <strong>the</strong> student to turn in <strong>the</strong>ir reading<br />
sheets.<br />
<strong>The</strong> Parent Tip for this week comes<br />
from <strong>the</strong> National Parent Information<br />
Network with information from an article<br />
(<strong>The</strong> Respectful Child) written by<br />
Elizabeth Pantly.<br />
Webster defines "respect" as …, "to<br />
show honor or esteem for. To treat with<br />
deference and regard." How can we<br />
raise respectful children?<br />
1. Teach through actions<br />
"Do as I say, not as I do" sounds like a<br />
fun idea, but as a parenting tool it rarely<br />
(if ever) works. You are your child’s<br />
first and most important teacher. Just as<br />
children learn to talk by listening to us<br />
talk, <strong>the</strong>y learn how to treat o<strong>the</strong>rs by<br />
following our lead. Watch how you<br />
treat, not only your own children, but<br />
o<strong>the</strong>r people you come in contact with<br />
during <strong>the</strong> day. What are you teaching<br />
your kids?<br />
2. Teach more than just manners.<br />
"Thank you" can be said as a polite compliment,<br />
or can be said with sarcasm and<br />
attitude fit for a back alley. When we<br />
teach our children manners, we must<br />
also discuss <strong>the</strong> not-so-obvious details –<br />
such as using a polite tone <strong>of</strong> voice, and<br />
using real words (such as yes instead <strong>of</strong><br />
"uh huh"). <strong>The</strong>se are not things our children<br />
are born knowing. We need to<br />
teach <strong>the</strong>se important facets <strong>of</strong> good<br />
manners.<br />
3. Provide positive and consistent discipline.<br />
Parents with knowledge and skills to<br />
tackle <strong>the</strong> job <strong>of</strong> raising children will<br />
find it easier to raise respectful children.<br />
When you have good parenting skills<br />
you will find that discipline is an easy<br />
task. This means reading a few good<br />
books or taking parenting a class to help<br />
maintain control <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> parent/child relationship<br />
in a way that fosters respect in<br />
<strong>the</strong> family.<br />
You may find a selection <strong>of</strong> excellent<br />
resources in our High <strong>School</strong> Library.<br />
Mrs. Donna Seymour will be glad to<br />
assist you in choosing and checking out<br />
a reference book.<br />
4. Be firm but fair.<br />
Letting children get away with bad<br />
behavior only breeds more <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> same.<br />
Make sure your child knows <strong>the</strong> rules <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>the</strong> family and that you discipline appropriately<br />
when rules are broken. Firm<br />
and fair discipline is not haphazard and<br />
does not change depending on your<br />
mood. It requires a consistency that<br />
your children can count on. (<strong>The</strong>y may<br />
not like it, but <strong>the</strong>y can count on it!) It<br />
is not <strong>the</strong> severity <strong>of</strong> a consequence that<br />
makes it effective, but <strong>the</strong> certainty <strong>of</strong> it.<br />
When your children know exactly what<br />
your expectations are, and that <strong>the</strong>re will<br />
be a penalty for failing to meet those<br />
expectations, <strong>the</strong>y will more likely<br />
behave in an appropriate manner.<br />
5. Praise good behavior.<br />
Your praise and encouragement have a<br />
tremendous impact on your child.<br />
"Praise" messages are not all verbal<br />
ei<strong>the</strong>r. An "OK" hand signal, a wink, a<br />
smile, a hug all speak volumes to a child<br />
who has just done something right.<br />
<strong>The</strong>se positive messages reinforce a<br />
child’s goodness, and encourage more<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> same positive behavior.<br />
Thursday and Friday, November 20th<br />
and 21st, a group <strong>of</strong> our teachers attend-<br />
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<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong> November 28, 2003<br />
ed <strong>the</strong> annual conference <strong>of</strong> European<br />
Council <strong>of</strong> <strong>International</strong> <strong>School</strong>s in<br />
Hamburg, Germany. This was an excellent<br />
opportunity for our teachers to meet<br />
with o<strong>the</strong>r teachers from international<br />
schools from around Europe, and to<br />
attend presentations about current issues<br />
in education. This is just one opportunity<br />
our teachers utilize to enhance <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
pr<strong>of</strong>essional development.<br />
Mark your calendar with <strong>the</strong> following<br />
dates:<br />
December 3 MS/HS Concert<br />
December 4 Grades K-2 go<br />
to Soma Farm<br />
December 5 Dutch Assembly<br />
December 9 Santa Lucia<br />
December 9 Pictures with "Santa Claus"<br />
December 11 PS Winter Concert<br />
December 12 Grades 3-5 go to<br />
Soma Farm<br />
December 16 Juletrefest<br />
December 18 End <strong>of</strong> First semester<br />
December 19/ Christmas Vacation<br />
January 6<br />
January 7 Return to <strong>School</strong><br />
Beginning <strong>of</strong> second<br />
semester<br />
As always, please do not hesitate to<br />
contact me or your child’s teacher with<br />
any comments or questions you may<br />
have.<br />
Primary <strong>School</strong> News<br />
Dr. Linda Zielinski<br />
Primary <strong>School</strong> Principal<br />
LZielinski@isstavanger.no<br />
Dear Parents,<br />
Please let me know if your child is<br />
withdrawing from ISS.<br />
A "Withdrawal Form" needs to be<br />
completed by you so school transcripts<br />
and health records can be<br />
available for you on <strong>the</strong> last day <strong>of</strong><br />
school.<br />
If you wish <strong>the</strong> records to be mailed<br />
directly to <strong>the</strong> new school, please let<br />
me have <strong>the</strong> address.<br />
Thank you for your help.<br />
Mrs. Kimble Walsh-Knarvik<br />
Primary <strong>School</strong> Office<br />
KWKnarvik@isstavanger.no<br />
November 28, 2003<br />
From <strong>the</strong> Norwegian Department<br />
Soma farm<br />
– December 4th and 12th -<br />
<strong>The</strong> ISS primary students will visit a<br />
Norwegian farm on Thursday <strong>the</strong> 4th <strong>of</strong><br />
December (Kg through 2nd grade)<br />
and Friday, <strong>the</strong> 12th <strong>of</strong> December (3rd<br />
through 5th grade).<br />
<strong>The</strong> children will get<br />
to greet and cuddle piglets,<br />
chicks, mice and bunnies as<br />
well as take a look at o<strong>the</strong>r<br />
farm animals.<br />
<strong>The</strong>y will<br />
also jump in<br />
<strong>the</strong> hay, go<br />
caroling<br />
around <strong>the</strong><br />
Christmas<br />
tree and<br />
meet <strong>the</strong><br />
Norwegian<br />
Santa Claus, Julenissen. Rice porridge,<br />
julegrøt, will be served.<br />
Please dress <strong>the</strong> children in warm<br />
clothing! <strong>The</strong> barn can be very cold in<br />
December!<br />
<strong>The</strong> school will cover part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> expenses,<br />
but each child will need to bring<br />
NOK 50, - and give this to<br />
<strong>the</strong> classroom teacher. We<br />
look forward to an exciting<br />
day!<br />
<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong><br />
Sankta<br />
Lucia<br />
Sankta Lucia –<br />
Lucia means light,<br />
and Scandinavians<br />
treasure it especially<br />
during <strong>the</strong> darkest<br />
months <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
year. Legend has it<br />
Lucia was a young woman in Italy who<br />
was martyred for her faith and love for<br />
<strong>the</strong> poor during <strong>the</strong> 3rd Century. She is<br />
celebrated throughout Scandinavia with<br />
a light procession on <strong>the</strong> morning <strong>of</strong><br />
December 13th.<br />
Coinciding with Santa Lucia is <strong>the</strong><br />
old, norse LUSSI NATT. Norwegians<br />
used to believe <strong>the</strong> darkest night <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
year to be between <strong>the</strong> 12th and <strong>the</strong> 13th<br />
<strong>of</strong> December. Evil spirits were about<br />
and people stayed indoors. Baking was<br />
to be done prior to this evening.<br />
Today we find <strong>the</strong> Lucia tradition in<br />
homes and schools around Norway. At<br />
ISS, children from 2nd grade will be<br />
dressed in white, carry candles and sing<br />
<strong>the</strong> traditional Lucia song. <strong>The</strong> procession<br />
will visit all primary classes and<br />
hand out boller (buns). Due to scheduling<br />
challenges we will celebrate Lucia<br />
on <strong>the</strong> morning <strong>of</strong> December 9th.<br />
Anne Lise Riedel<br />
Tove Karin Sørvåg<br />
Randi Øglænd-Sandved<br />
Liz Bannister<br />
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<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong> November 28, 2003<br />
November 28, 2003<br />
<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong><br />
NEWS from <strong>the</strong> Primary MUSIC Department<br />
NEWS FROM THE DUTCH DEPARTMENT<br />
Welcome to <strong>the</strong><br />
2003....<br />
Featuring.............<br />
<strong>The</strong> all new Kindergarten, First and 2nd Grade<br />
choir. Over 60 children sing 'Christmas is Love'<br />
and an old favorite, 'Jingle Bell Rock'<br />
Primary Winter<br />
Concert<br />
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4th Graders sing <strong>the</strong> Beatles and accompany songs<br />
with <strong>the</strong> beautiful sound <strong>of</strong> handbells.<br />
WE INVITE YOU ALL<br />
to come and watch<br />
our traditional Dutch<br />
SINTERKLAAS<br />
CELEBRATION<br />
Sinterklaas and his helpers<br />
are coming to <strong>the</strong> <strong>the</strong>atre at ISS<br />
on Friday December 5<br />
at 9.00 a.m.<br />
Over time, St. Nicolas became <strong>the</strong><br />
patron saint <strong>of</strong> sailors and merchants,<br />
and especially <strong>of</strong> children. During <strong>the</strong><br />
12th and 13th centuries, Holland built<br />
no fewer than 23 churches dedicated to<br />
St. Nicholas, <strong>of</strong> which many are still<br />
standing. Amsterdam adopted St.<br />
Nicolas as its patron saint, and Rome<br />
declared that December 6 should be <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>of</strong>ficial day to celebrate St. Nicolas.<br />
Sinterklaas in <strong>The</strong> Ne<strong>the</strong>rlands<br />
A group <strong>of</strong> students perform <strong>the</strong> 'Chimney Sweep's<br />
Rap' our new mix <strong>of</strong> 'Black Light <strong>The</strong>ater' from <strong>the</strong><br />
Czech Republic & 'Stomp' originating in England.<br />
2nd & 3rd Grade Choirs sing in two part harmony<br />
for <strong>the</strong> very first time.<br />
_<br />
_<br />
3rd and 4th Grade Girls sing 'Kyrie' in Latin.<br />
5th Grade sing in three parts bringing English<br />
song, handbells and Indian dancers toge<strong>the</strong>r under<br />
a moonlit sky.<br />
We look forward<br />
to seeing you in <strong>the</strong><br />
Lovelace <strong>the</strong>ater at<br />
7.00 p.m. on Thursday,<br />
<strong>the</strong> 11th December.<br />
Sincerely,<br />
Mrs. Magda &<br />
Kindergarten<br />
1 st Grade<br />
2 nd Grade<br />
3 rd Grade<br />
4 th Grade<br />
5 th Grade<br />
<strong>The</strong> story <strong>of</strong> Sinterklaas<br />
<strong>The</strong> annual celebration <strong>of</strong> Sinterklaas, or<br />
St. Nicolas, is an event which has been<br />
celebrated for many centuries. It is celebrated<br />
in most Roman Catholic countries<br />
and is mainly a celebration for<br />
small children.<br />
St. Nicolas lived from 271 A.D. until<br />
December 6 in 342 (some sources say<br />
343) in Myra in Turkey. He came from<br />
a wealthy family, but when his parents<br />
died because <strong>of</strong> an epidemic, he distributed<br />
his wealth among <strong>the</strong> poor and<br />
became a priest. Later he became <strong>the</strong><br />
Archbishop <strong>of</strong> Myra, and <strong>the</strong> stories <strong>of</strong><br />
his good deeds were told across <strong>the</strong><br />
Mediterranean. Desperate sailors who<br />
called upon <strong>the</strong> Good Bishop to ease<br />
stormy seas were heard, and prison<br />
walls started to crumble when victims <strong>of</strong><br />
persecution prayed to him. St. Nicolas<br />
saved young children from a butcher’s<br />
knife and dropped dowries into shoes <strong>of</strong><br />
penniless maidens.<br />
Now, Sinterklaas lives in Spain, all<br />
Dutch children know that. Sinterklaas<br />
spends most <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> year in Spain recording<br />
<strong>the</strong> behaviour <strong>of</strong> all children in a big<br />
red book, while his helper Black Peter<br />
stocks up presents which will be delivered<br />
during <strong>the</strong> night between December<br />
5 and 6.<br />
During <strong>the</strong> first weeks <strong>of</strong> November,<br />
Sinterklaas gets on his white horse,<br />
Peter (Piet) swings a huge sack full <strong>of</strong><br />
gifts over his shoulder, and <strong>the</strong> three <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>the</strong>m go on board <strong>of</strong> a steamship heading<br />
to <strong>the</strong> Ne<strong>the</strong>rlands. Around mid-<br />
November <strong>the</strong>y arrive in a harbour town<br />
-a different one every year- where <strong>the</strong>y<br />
are formally greeted by <strong>the</strong> Mayor and a<br />
delegation <strong>of</strong> citizens, and welcomed by<br />
many children. <strong>The</strong>ir parade through<br />
town is being watched on television by<br />
<strong>the</strong> whole country and marks <strong>the</strong> beginning<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Sinterklaas season.<br />
<strong>The</strong> old bishop and his mate are suddenly<br />
everywhere at once. At night <strong>the</strong>y ride<br />
across Holland’s ro<strong>of</strong>tops and<br />
Sinterklaas listens through <strong>the</strong> chim-<br />
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<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong> November 28, 2003<br />
NEWS FROM THE DUTCH DEPARTMENT<br />
November 28, 2003<br />
<strong>International</strong> Friendship Group<br />
<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong><br />
neys, and makes sure that <strong>the</strong> carrots and<br />
hay <strong>the</strong> children have left for <strong>the</strong> horse<br />
in <strong>the</strong>ir shoes by <strong>the</strong> fireplace get<br />
exchanged by a small gifts or some<br />
candy. During <strong>the</strong> day, Sinterklaas and<br />
Piet are even busier: <strong>the</strong>y are visiting<br />
schools, hospitals, department stores,<br />
restaurants, <strong>of</strong>fices and many private<br />
homes. Piet rings doorbells, scatters<br />
sweets through <strong>the</strong> slightly opened<br />
doors and leaves basketfuls <strong>of</strong> presents<br />
by <strong>the</strong> front door. How do <strong>the</strong>y manage<br />
to be all over <strong>The</strong> Ne<strong>the</strong>rlands and o<strong>the</strong>r<br />
countries, like Norway, at once? This is<br />
all thanks to Sinterklaas’ helpers, <strong>the</strong><br />
Black Peters….<br />
Visiting Norway<br />
Sinterklaas and his helpers arrive by<br />
steamboat this year on November 30 at<br />
<strong>the</strong> harbour <strong>of</strong> Tananger. On that day, <strong>the</strong><br />
Dutch Society arranges a great party for<br />
Sinterklaas for all <strong>the</strong> Dutch citizens <strong>of</strong><br />
Rogaland.<br />
Sinterklaas can stay only for a few hours<br />
but his helpers stay longer and bring joy<br />
to all <strong>the</strong> Dutch children.<br />
Sinterklaas comes back on December 5.<br />
He will <strong>the</strong>n visit <strong>the</strong> <strong>International</strong><br />
<strong>School</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Stavanger</strong>!<br />
Kaatje De Gruyter<br />
Dutch teacher<br />
FREDSLYS<br />
What's that?<br />
It's Norway's most extensive event<br />
promoting world peace and it's arranged<br />
by REDD BARNA (Save <strong>the</strong> Children)<br />
'Redd Barna's Fredslys started up<br />
in 1994 when that year's General<br />
Secretary, Tor Elden, had <strong>the</strong> idea for a<br />
'Peace Action' for children. <strong>The</strong>re were<br />
two arrangements that year, one in Oslo<br />
and <strong>the</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r in 'Kardemomme By' in <strong>the</strong><br />
Animal Park in Kristiansand. Children<br />
paraded with fire torches in both places<br />
as a symbol <strong>of</strong> World Peace. When <strong>the</strong><br />
torches eventually went out <strong>the</strong> idea <strong>of</strong> a<br />
continuously burning flame was born.<br />
A large boulder with a natural hollow in<br />
it was placed in Kardemomme By. This<br />
is known as <strong>the</strong> Children's Peace<br />
Monument. <strong>The</strong> flame was lit on <strong>the</strong><br />
1st <strong>of</strong> September 1996 and will burn<br />
until no child is suffering <strong>the</strong> terrors <strong>of</strong><br />
war. Around <strong>the</strong> flame are placed smaller<br />
stones with <strong>the</strong> names <strong>of</strong> countries<br />
where war is still rife. When war is over<br />
in a particular country <strong>the</strong> stone is<br />
removed. When <strong>the</strong>re are no more<br />
stones <strong>the</strong> flame can be extinguished.'<br />
REDD BARNA's FREDSLYS<br />
begins every year on <strong>the</strong> 1st <strong>of</strong><br />
December at <strong>the</strong> Children's Peace<br />
Monument in <strong>the</strong> Animal Park in<br />
Kristiansand. It ends in Oslo on <strong>the</strong><br />
10th <strong>of</strong> December, <strong>the</strong> day <strong>the</strong> Nobel<br />
Peace Prize is awarded. <strong>The</strong><br />
'Fredsfakkeltog' (torchlight procession<br />
for peace) congregates outside <strong>the</strong><br />
Rådhus (town hall) in Oslo and <strong>the</strong> winner<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Nobel Peace Prize is presented<br />
with <strong>the</strong> last <strong>of</strong> a succession <strong>of</strong> torches<br />
which have carried <strong>the</strong> Peace Flame<br />
from Kristiansand.<br />
<strong>The</strong> idea behind REDD BARNA's<br />
Fredslys is to allow children to<br />
express <strong>the</strong>ir desire for World Peace in a<br />
quiet and very moving ceremony. Every<br />
year over 150,000 school children in<br />
Norway unite to show <strong>the</strong> world that this<br />
is what <strong>the</strong>y want. <strong>The</strong>y want everyone<br />
to think <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> millions <strong>of</strong> children who<br />
are suffering unbelievable hardships and<br />
having <strong>the</strong>ir families broken up and <strong>the</strong><br />
world as <strong>the</strong>y know it in ruins.<br />
Torchlight processions are held by<br />
children all over Norway between <strong>the</strong><br />
1st and 10th <strong>of</strong> December. This year<br />
<strong>the</strong> candlelit Parade for Peace by IFG,<br />
YEPA, SWEC and <strong>the</strong> children in preschool<br />
will begin at 09:00 on Monday<br />
1st December. Families and friends<br />
may congregate in <strong>the</strong> school lobby<br />
area. May we remind you that this is a<br />
silent parade. Please do not try to attract<br />
attention <strong>of</strong> anyone who is participating<br />
in it. It’s a time for reflection, prayers<br />
for peace in <strong>the</strong> world and a solemn tribute<br />
to children around <strong>the</strong> world.<br />
Welcome!<br />
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MOTLEY CREW<br />
CONCERT<br />
Friday 6th February<br />
19:00 – 21:00<br />
Lovelace <strong>The</strong>atre, ISS<br />
We are looking for a motley crew <strong>of</strong><br />
entertainers from <strong>the</strong> student body,<br />
staff, parents and friends.<br />
musical acts – comedy acts<br />
– skits<br />
magic – roller blading –<br />
jump roping<br />
etc. – etc. – etc.<br />
What can YOU do?<br />
Please let us know if you<br />
would like to be involved.<br />
We’ve had several successful<br />
Motley Crew Concerts<br />
in previous years.<br />
Let’s make this<br />
<strong>the</strong> best one<br />
yet!<br />
Send <strong>the</strong> details <strong>of</strong> your act to IFG<br />
c/o main <strong>of</strong>fice.<br />
GINGERBREAD HOUSE Raffle<br />
Kr.10 for three<br />
tickets<br />
Organised by IFG<br />
Wish Upon a STAR<br />
Kr 5 for each star to hang on <strong>the</strong> tree<br />
Organised by YEPA<br />
All proceeds are for<br />
Chernobyl Children Lifeline<br />
*RAY SPEEDY*<br />
MAGIC SHOW<br />
JUGGLERS<br />
FACE PAINTING<br />
Friday 16th January, 2004<br />
18:00 – 19:30<br />
Lovelace <strong>The</strong>atre<br />
ISS<br />
Tickets: Kr. 40 on sale in <strong>the</strong> main <strong>of</strong>fice<br />
(book early - assigned seats)<br />
BY CHRISTINE KEMP<br />
Final tips from WWF for health in <strong>the</strong><br />
home.<br />
LIVING ROOM and BEDROOM<br />
Furniture, television, o<strong>the</strong>r electrical<br />
appliances, carpets, rugs, s<strong>of</strong>t furnishings<br />
and clo<strong>the</strong>s which have been dry<br />
cleaned <strong>of</strong>ten contain chemicals that are<br />
stain repellent or fire retardent. Many<br />
chemicals used as flame retardants<br />
(brominated flame retardants) persist for<br />
a long time in <strong>the</strong> environment, accumulate<br />
in our bodies and can disrupt our<br />
natural hormone systems. Not all <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>the</strong>se chemicals or products can be<br />
avoided, <strong>of</strong> course, but we can reduce<br />
our exposure to <strong>the</strong>m in <strong>the</strong> living room<br />
and bedroom.<br />
Volatile organic chemicals (VCOs)<br />
are a range <strong>of</strong> chemicals, many <strong>of</strong> which<br />
have hazardous properties. Some are<br />
carcinogenic and can irritate our lungs,<br />
and some may also be greenhouse gases<br />
which contribute to climate change.<br />
AVOID:<br />
- syn<strong>the</strong>tic carpets, carpet underlay or<br />
upholstery with syn<strong>the</strong>tic foams, foam<br />
rubber, latex or plastic coverings - <strong>the</strong>se<br />
emit VOCs<br />
- Chemical finishes such as stain<br />
repellents and brominated flame retardants<br />
on furniture or carpets<br />
- re-carpeting or ripping out carpets if<br />
you are pregnant<br />
- having too many electrical appliances<br />
such as computers, TVs and<br />
videos, in your bedrooms<br />
- dry cleaning clo<strong>the</strong>s wherever possible<br />
BUY:<br />
- carpets made from organic natural<br />
fibres such as wool, cotton, rattan or jute<br />
- curtains, carpets or upholstery containing<br />
little or no brominated flame<br />
retardants or stain repellents<br />
- computers and monitors carrying <strong>the</strong><br />
TCO 95 eco-label, which limits <strong>the</strong><br />
amount <strong>of</strong> brominated flame retardant in<br />
<strong>the</strong> product<br />
- machine washable clo<strong>the</strong>s<br />
- clo<strong>the</strong>s with fewer chemical treatments<br />
such as stain repellents<br />
CHANGE:<br />
- carpets for wooden, ceramic or cork<br />
floorings<br />
- syn<strong>the</strong>tic carpets for ones made from<br />
natural fibres, when replacing your old<br />
carpet<br />
- air fresheners for fresh air - open<br />
your windows! If you can't do that, use<br />
natural odour eaters such as a bowl <strong>of</strong><br />
baking soda, or natyural fragrances such<br />
as potpourri<br />
- fragranced products such as deoderants<br />
and hairsprays for unfragranced or<br />
naturally fragranced products<br />
NURSERY<br />
Babies are more susceptible to <strong>the</strong><br />
adverse effects <strong>of</strong> toxic chemicals than<br />
adults, so it's particularly important to<br />
pay attention to <strong>the</strong>ir wellbeing. Most <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>the</strong> advice for LIVING ROOMS and<br />
BEDROOMS is relevant to <strong>the</strong> nursery,<br />
but, in addition:<br />
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On <strong>the</strong> Environmental Side <strong>of</strong> Things...<br />
AVOID:<br />
- polycarbonate-plastic baby feeding<br />
bottles. <strong>The</strong> vast majority <strong>of</strong> plastic<br />
feeding bottles are made from polycarbonate<br />
which contains bisphenol A, a<br />
hormone disrupting chemical that can<br />
leach into <strong>the</strong> liquid inside. Wherever<br />
possible, breast feeding is always <strong>the</strong><br />
best option.<br />
- using old and worn plastic baby bottles<br />
- using dummies (pacifiers) and PVC<br />
toys that are more than two years old -<br />
<strong>the</strong>y may contain phthalates, which are<br />
now banned in newer dummies and children's<br />
plastic toys<br />
- painting, stripping old paint or using<br />
DIY products which emit fumes, when<br />
you're pregnant<br />
BUY:<br />
- baby bottles that are not made <strong>of</strong><br />
polycarbonate<br />
- children's teething products and<br />
dummies from a reputable source<br />
- non-flexible plastic or wooden toys<br />
- children's clo<strong>the</strong>s and pyjamas without<br />
plastic logos or chemical treatments<br />
CHANGE:<br />
- your baby's food to organic produce,<br />
whenever possible<br />
- polycarbonate feeding bottles for<br />
alternatives - and replace scratched and<br />
worn ones every few months.<br />
BY CHRISTINE KEMP<br />
November 28, 2003<br />
Parents Association News<br />
SOAR INTO READING<br />
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This is <strong>the</strong> last week <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Parent Association sponsored Reading Incentive<br />
Program for <strong>the</strong> Primary <strong>School</strong>.<br />
<strong>The</strong> numbers are really "taking <strong>of</strong>f", so congratulations to all <strong>the</strong> students contributing<br />
to <strong>the</strong> thousands <strong>of</strong> minutes read so far!<br />
Remember to get all your sheets in for <strong>the</strong> final tally by <strong>the</strong> deadline <strong>of</strong> 12:00<br />
NOON, Monday, 1st December.<br />
Maureen Jones and Suzanne Gross<br />
Pictures with Santa<br />
ON DECEMBER 9TH,TUESDAY<br />
FOR PRIMARY SCHOOL<br />
If Middle and High <strong>School</strong> students are interested<br />
we will gladly take your picture for a donation <strong>of</strong> 10kr.<br />
Any questions please contact Mindy Musaeus<br />
51 5753 81 or nils-min@online.no<br />
ISS CARNEVAL COMING SOON! 21 February 2004, 5-8pm.<br />
All students need to bring 2 bags <strong>of</strong> individually wrapped candy to<br />
<strong>the</strong> kiosk for <strong>the</strong> Carneval - after <strong>the</strong> holidays. Thank you.<br />
Attention Club/Group Leaders!<br />
Any requests for advertising or notices on <strong>the</strong> Bulletin Board can<br />
now be directed to Traci Weirich at traci@chello.no<br />
Lost & Found ITEMS will be on display in <strong>the</strong> Foyer<br />
on <strong>the</strong> dates listed below. After <strong>the</strong>y are removed from display, <strong>the</strong>y will be<br />
donated to Fretex.<br />
LOST & FOUND DISPLAY DATES<br />
10-11 December 2003 (Wednesday-Thursday)<br />
10-11 May 2004 (Wednesday-Thursday)<br />
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Charming Unique Gift Store<br />
Kirkegaten 8 Sandnes (below Sandnes Church) Tel:51 66 90 50<br />
OPENING HOURS:<br />
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 10.00 to 16.00, Friday 10.00 to 18.00,<br />
Saturday 10.00 to 14.00.<br />
CLOSED Sun- Mon<br />
Tempting homey gift items geared to please <strong>the</strong> most discriminating recipients<br />
Find something special for<br />
Dads,<br />
Moms<br />
Children,<br />
Friends<br />
Baby Showers<br />
Grandparents who have it all<br />
Lovely holiday <strong>the</strong>med décor will put you and your family in a festive<br />
mood! Cookie cutters and baking supplies for all seasons, original holiday<br />
candle holders, pillows and throws will all bring holiday cheer into your<br />
home!<br />
Beautiful home décor items include country oil lamps, New<br />
England wall décor, and beautifully decorated boxes in all sizes. Charming<br />
signs for your home will bring a smile to your guests and family. Tasteful<br />
baskets, pillows, blankets and country items will make your home feel<br />
warm and special.<br />
Animal lovers are also well catered to with a wide variety <strong>of</strong> items just<br />
for you. You can find many items for your special pet or animal <strong>the</strong>med<br />
items to decorate your home.<br />
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Christmas is near!<br />
Come meet <strong>the</strong><br />
Reason<br />
for <strong>the</strong><br />
Season!<br />
North Sea<br />
Baptist Church<br />
51 65 60 09/928 59 971<br />
Meeting at Timoteiveien 13<br />
Mariero (Adventkirken)<br />
Serving <strong>the</strong> English speaking<br />
community for 30 years.<br />
Wise Men Still Seek Him!<br />
A family Focused Fellowship<br />
www.nsbc.no<br />
Experience <strong>the</strong> service & low<br />
fares around <strong>the</strong> world!!<br />
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<strong>Stavanger</strong><br />
<strong>International</strong><br />
Church<br />
An inter-denominational congregation<br />
serving <strong>the</strong> community with<br />
services in English since 1971<br />
Sunday Morning Worship<br />
10:00 a.m.<br />
(Nursery Care provided)<br />
We ga<strong>the</strong>r for worship at<br />
Hetland Church<br />
Storhaugveien 2, <strong>Stavanger</strong><br />
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *<br />
• Worship in English<br />
• Family Fellowship<br />
• Sunday <strong>School</strong><br />
• Bible Studies<br />
• Special Christmas<br />
Services<br />
WELCOME!<br />
Call <strong>the</strong> church <strong>of</strong>fice<br />
for more information<br />
tel. 51 56 48 43<br />
A wide range <strong>of</strong> children’s party decorations for a popular<br />
<strong>the</strong>med birthday will make you <strong>the</strong> ‘coolest’ parent around. Football/soccer,<br />
ballet, dinosaur, Bob <strong>the</strong> Builder, pirates and unicorn <strong>the</strong>med plates, napkins, cups<br />
and table covers are only a few <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> wide range <strong>of</strong> products stocked.<br />
You can find<br />
your budding ballerina or<br />
dancer a real ballerina outfit for classes, shows or just for fun. We also<br />
stock beautiful jewellery boxes sure to please any little girl.<br />
• Are you planning a vacation, a holiday,<br />
a shopping trip or just want to get away?<br />
• Looking for a great deal?<br />
• Looking for a particular destination?<br />
You find us atLøkkeveien 57, <strong>Stavanger</strong><br />
#51 53 63 00 www.crown.no<br />
We have over 15 years experience and our staff<br />
speaks several languages.<br />
For additional information:<br />
www.sic.no<br />
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STAVANGER PARTNER INFORMATION NETWORK<br />
<strong>Stavanger</strong> Anglican/Episcopal Church<br />
Where are we?<br />
Løkkeveien 59<br />
For more details visit<br />
our website<br />
www.stavangeranglicans.net<br />
or phone Revd DAVE LEWIS<br />
on<br />
5155 6712<br />
CHRISTMAS DAY<br />
10.00am<br />
Children’s Service with your<br />
favourite toy and Holy Communion<br />
<strong>The</strong> MISTRAL SINGERS<br />
7 th December<br />
10.00am<br />
Children’s<br />
Christingle<br />
Service<br />
with<br />
Presentation<br />
from <strong>The</strong> Bible<br />
Story Club<br />
____________<br />
14 th and 21 st<br />
December<br />
10.00am<br />
Holy Communion<br />
____________<br />
23 rd December<br />
6.00pm<br />
Traditional<br />
Service <strong>of</strong> 9<br />
Lessons and<br />
Carols<br />
____________<br />
28 th December<br />
10.00am<br />
Holy Communion<br />
________<br />
have stopped meeting (singing) for this year, and would like to wish everyone<br />
a very joyous holiday season! We will resume rehearsals on<br />
Wednesday 14th January, 2004 in <strong>the</strong> Band Room at ISS, at 7pm.<br />
We are planning to branch out into BARBERSHOP QUARTET REPERTOIRE,<br />
so please come along and join us next year if you think this might be something<br />
for you!<br />
More details available from Veronica Cosgriff at ISS: VCosgriff@isstavanger.no<br />
WHO ARE WE?<br />
We are a voluntary organization, made up <strong>of</strong> people like you, dedicated to helping English-speaking residents in<br />
<strong>the</strong> <strong>Stavanger</strong> area. We publish an extensive INFORMATION GUIDE (120 NOK),<br />
as well as answer specific questions via email (spin@shell.com).<br />
WHAT CAN WE TEACH YOU?<br />
SPIN organizes WORKSHOPS several times a year. Expert guest speakers, from Norway and abroad,<br />
provide much needed information and insight on various expatriate issues.<br />
<strong>The</strong> setting is <strong>the</strong> beautiful Hummeren Hotel in Tananger.<br />
Topics have included: Cross Cultural Communication, <strong>The</strong> Accompanying Spouse, Raising Multilingual<br />
Children, Third Culture Kids, Financing for Dummies.<br />
We are always looking for workshop ideas from YOU!<br />
DON’T SIT HOME ALONE – JOIN US FOR OUR MONTHLY SOCIALS!<br />
With up to 60 people in attendance, you are sure to meet many new-found friends and acquaintances.<br />
Expat women have <strong>the</strong>ir clubs, but this <strong>of</strong>fers a rare opportunity for <strong>the</strong> men to meet o<strong>the</strong>rs as well!<br />
Attendees come from all over <strong>the</strong> world and include many local Norwegians.<br />
Venues have included drinks and quiz nights, bowling, darts, billiards, potlucks, and BBQ’s.<br />
Check out our website for <strong>the</strong> next evening <strong>of</strong> fun (www.spin.no)!<br />
Become a FRIEND OF SPIN (50 NOK) and receive our quarterly newsletter with local tidbits and <strong>the</strong> latest<br />
info on what is going on within our organization.<br />
SPIN: Tel 51693210 spin@shell.com www.spin.no<br />
BERIT VIK’S PIANOSKOLE - SANDNES<br />
Piano lessons. Graded exams and <strong>The</strong>ory exams. All grades.<br />
Experienced piano teacher and representative <strong>of</strong><br />
Associated board <strong>of</strong> <strong>The</strong> Royal <strong>School</strong> <strong>of</strong> Music in Norway.<br />
Please contact for info: 51 66 51 71<br />
ASSOCIATED BOARD<br />
OF THE ROYAL SCHOOLS OF MUSIC<br />
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<strong>The</strong>se quality businesses wish you and your family a happy holiday season<br />
Bead Magic<br />
Popular beaded jewellery for all<br />
occasions, all styles.<br />
Compass Accountants<br />
Get pr<strong>of</strong>essional help for your<br />
home taxes and business needs.<br />
English Language Books<br />
Supply your child with educational<br />
and fun books in English<br />
Party Piñatas<br />
Colourful and fun, party piñatas<br />
will make every occasion special.<br />
SPIN<br />
THE resource for expatriates in<br />
Norway. Packed with information.<br />
Calico<br />
Beautiful and charming gifts for <strong>the</strong> home and<br />
family. A wide assortment <strong>of</strong> party needs for<br />
children, gifts for Dad, children’s dance<br />
outfits, all manner <strong>of</strong> holiday baking needs,<br />
enchanting house décor items, traditional<br />
holiday items, stunning country and<br />
Americana inspired items.<br />
Body and Soul<br />
Indulge in luxury! Wide variety <strong>of</strong><br />
beauty treatments available.<br />
Computer Lessons<br />
Learn computer technology in <strong>the</strong><br />
privacy <strong>of</strong> your home.<br />
Frame Elektronikk<br />
Treat yourself to over 90 English<br />
language channels!<br />
Reflexology For Health<br />
Repair your body’s damage nonintrusively,<br />
non-chemically.<br />
<strong>Stavanger</strong>-Web<br />
Keep in touch with events in<br />
<strong>Stavanger</strong>! A very complete guide.<br />
And introducing our newest members<br />
Business Advantage<br />
Supplying all your <strong>of</strong>fice admin<br />
needs. Prices very affordable.<br />
Det Sunne Hus<br />
Pedagogic toys, games, house decor<br />
at a competitive price.<br />
Little People Clothing<br />
Name brand clothing for ages 0-12.<br />
Nothing over 200 kr!<br />
Royal-T Computer Service<br />
Computer repair and optimisation.<br />
Fast reliable service..<br />
Viking Flooring<br />
Have a master craftsman install<br />
your hardwood floors.<br />
Art Dekor<br />
Discover a world <strong>of</strong> stunning original and<br />
affordable art work here in <strong>Stavanger</strong>! A wide<br />
variety <strong>of</strong> art mediums available from artists<br />
around <strong>the</strong> world. Give your loved one an<br />
original gift from master craftsmen. Prices<br />
start at an unbelievable 50 kr! Original gifts<br />
for children, bosses, dads, cherished friends.<br />
VACCINATION<br />
Travel advice.<br />
No waiting.<br />
We have certified<br />
Travel Health TM nurse.<br />
51 93 86 80<br />
Sana Reisemedisin a.s<br />
Nordbøgaten 6, centre <strong>of</strong> <strong>Stavanger</strong><br />
www.sana-reisemedisin.no<br />
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CHRISTMAS GIFTS to share!?!<br />
For those <strong>of</strong> you who are changing locations before <strong>the</strong> first <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> year, we<br />
would just like to remind you that we still pick up anything that you do not<br />
need or wish to donate to <strong>the</strong> refugees. At <strong>the</strong> present we are in need <strong>of</strong> warm<br />
children's clothing, floor rugs and any small appliances that you may have.<br />
Any small toys, such as McDonalds toys or such, we would be very interested<br />
in receiving. We use <strong>the</strong>se to give as small tokens <strong>of</strong> appreciation after<br />
each children's meeting that we hold each week. <strong>The</strong>y are a very big reward for<br />
good behavior and for listening to <strong>the</strong> lessons and instructions.<br />
We would also be interested in any Christmas decorations or lights that<br />
you wish to sell for a nominal fee or donate.<br />
Thank you so much for all your help both in <strong>the</strong> past, presently and for <strong>the</strong><br />
future. You have been such a wonderful blessing to so many and we extend <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
thanks to you.<br />
We will be traveling to America on December <strong>the</strong> 12th so our last pick up<br />
must be before December <strong>the</strong> 10th as this will be our last session out at <strong>the</strong> camp<br />
before our travels.<br />
With Heartfelt Thanks<br />
Sam and Betty Speer<br />
51 74 92 44 (home) 905 73 312 (Sam) 918 78 376 (Betty)<br />
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<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong> November 28, 2003<br />
Classified ADs<br />
New London, USA, 19-23 July, 2004:<br />
<strong>International</strong> Children’s Conference on <strong>the</strong> Environment<br />
- something for you?<br />
<strong>The</strong> United Nations Environment Program, UNEP, is organising <strong>the</strong> 5th<br />
<strong>International</strong> Children’s Conference on <strong>the</strong> Environment, ICC, in July 2004.<br />
Children from all over <strong>the</strong> world will meet to share <strong>the</strong>ir concerns and<br />
ideas about <strong>the</strong> environment and to learn about ways to meet <strong>the</strong> challenges.<br />
Date: July 19 to 23, 2004<br />
Place: New London, Connecticut, USA<br />
Age group: 10 to 13 years<br />
Costs: Conference fee $350 (includes accomodation, food and<br />
program events), plus travel costs.<br />
ISS is a "MILJØFYRTÅRN"-school, an Environmental Lighthouse, and many children are<br />
involved in environmental issues. Why not apply to become a conference delegate? <strong>The</strong><br />
child/group must have an adult chaperon - be it a parent or a teacher or someone else. <strong>The</strong>re<br />
will also be an adult delegation from <strong>the</strong> Young Agenda 21 foundation in <strong>Stavanger</strong> at <strong>the</strong><br />
conference - <strong>the</strong> foundation is applying to become host <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> 2008 conference.<br />
Deadline for application is December 15th. You’ll find all necessary conference information<br />
at www.icc04.org.<br />
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November 28, 2003<br />
Editor’s Page<br />
<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong><br />
Issue dates for future <strong>Informer</strong>s in <strong>the</strong> 2003-04 school year is: 12 December..,<br />
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If you are a subscriber and wish to continue your subscription, an invoice will be sent to<br />
your address in <strong>the</strong> fall <strong>of</strong> 2003. Whe<strong>the</strong>r you are subscribing or advertising we will need<br />
your full name and address for invoicing. Thank you!<br />
<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong> is also issued on <strong>the</strong> ISS web-page:<br />
www.isstavanger.no<br />
Liv Nærland Høie, Editor<br />
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<strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong> November 28, 2003<br />
<strong>The</strong> Chef can be contacted at # 51 55 43 53 or JPDuc@isstavanger.no<br />
ISS Lunch Menu 1/12, 2003-30/1, 2004<br />
Hot Meal<br />
M 1/12 Fried rice<br />
T 2/12 Pasta Bolognese<br />
W 3/12 Pizza<br />
T 4/12 Sursteik<br />
F 5/12 Fish and chips<br />
M 8/12 Bacon pancakes<br />
T 9/12 Shepherd’s pie<br />
W 10/12 Hamburger and fries<br />
T 11/12 “Jularibba” (Norwegian Christmas pork ribs)<br />
F 12/12 Cod w/chopped eggs and butter<br />
M 15/12 Hotdog and mashed potatoes<br />
T 16/12 Macaroni and cheese<br />
W 17/12 Pizza<br />
T 18/12 Chicken Fricassée<br />
January 2004<br />
W 7/1 Hamburger and fries<br />
T 8/1 “Kjøttkaker” (Meatballs w/pea stew)<br />
F 9/1 Fish and chips<br />
M 12/1 Hotdog and fries<br />
T 13/1 Lasagna<br />
W 14/1 Pizza<br />
T 15/1 “Lapskaus” (Meat stew w/potatoes and vegetables)<br />
F 16/1 Bacalao<br />
M 19/1 Mexican stew with rice<br />
T 20/1 Pasta carbonara<br />
W 21/1 Baked potato with bacon<br />
T 22/1 “Pytt-i- panne” (Sausages, meat, potatoes and vegetables stew)<br />
F 23/1 Fish and chips<br />
M 26/1 Sweet and sour pork w/rice<br />
T 27/1 Moussaka<br />
W 28/1 Pizza<br />
T 29/1 “Kjød og Suppa” (Meat and Soup)<br />
F 30/1 Baked salmon<br />
In addition<br />
to <strong>the</strong><br />
daily HOT<br />
MEAL for<br />
lunch,<br />
<strong>the</strong><br />
cafeteria<br />
serves a<br />
“soup <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>the</strong> day”<br />
and a<br />
vegetarian<br />
option.<br />
November 28, 2003<br />
For <strong>Informer</strong> deadlines - see Editor’s page! <strong>The</strong> <strong>Informer</strong><br />
Absence call in line for students: 51 55 43 03<br />
Important Dates<br />
2003-2004 <strong>School</strong> Year<br />
November<br />
22-30 MS Spanish trip to Barcelona<br />
29 Nearly New Sale!, Basement Cafeteria, 13:00 - 15:00<br />
December<br />
3 Grades K-2 go to Soma Farm<br />
3 MS/HS Winter Concert, Lovelace <strong>The</strong>ater, 19:30<br />
4 Grades K-2 go to Soma Farm<br />
5 Dutch Assembly<br />
5 MS Dance “Raindeer Rock”, 19:00 - 22:00<br />
6 Swim for Terri, 14:00-18:00, Sandvigå, Sandvikbakken, Sandnes<br />
6 High <strong>School</strong> Winter Formal Dance, at ConocoPhillips, 19:00-23:00<br />
9 Santa Lucia parade, 08:30<br />
11 Primary <strong>School</strong> Winter Concert, Lovelace <strong>The</strong>ater, 19:00<br />
12 Grades 3-5 go to Soma Farm<br />
12, 15, 17 Semester examinations for 9th, 10th and 11th grade<br />
15 5th grade students/parents meeting about Leirskole to Gullingen., 19:00<br />
16 Juletrefest<br />
18 MS Ten Pin Bowling<br />
18 Half day for High <strong>School</strong><br />
19.12.2003 - 6.1.2004 Christmas Vacation<br />
January 2004<br />
7 <strong>School</strong> resumes<br />
13 Middle <strong>School</strong> Recognition Ceremony, 09:00<br />
14-23 Mock exams for 12th grade students<br />
15 New Parent Orientation, 09:00<br />
20 Substitute Teacher Orientation, 09:00<br />
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NOTICE:<br />
THE HIGH SCHOOL/<br />
MIDDLE SCHOOL<br />
WINTER CONCERT<br />
WILL START AT<br />
19:30<br />
(instead <strong>of</strong> 19:00).<br />
Mr Fields<br />
HS/MS Music Teacher<br />
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