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UNIWORLD INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL @ SERI ALAM (UIS)

July & August 2017

From the Principal’s Desk

Dear UniWorld International School (UIS) Parents and Students:

“Education is what remains after one has forgotten everything he learned in school.”

Warmest Greetings & Welcome to UIS Monthly (July & August) Newsletter.

On 4th July 2017, our sister school-Singapore InternationalSchool students from Vietnam visited UIS. The visit was a perfectopportunity to promote international educational and culturalexchange among students.

Our iPSLE exams are over and we are in the midst of preparingfor the next IGCSE October/November session exam. Theclosing date is 01 August 2017.

The IGCSE May/June 2017 session results was announced on10 August 2017.

Our ASA(after school activities) are on-going as scheduled.We appreciate all parents/guardians participation in sharing theirtalents and feedback at all times to make better developmentsand improvements at all levels.

EASTERN VALUES

WESTERN EDUCATION

GLOBAL CITIZENS

, Johore. (GPS: 1.503000.877000)

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Address: No.1, Jalan Tasek, Bandar Seri Alam, 81750 Masai

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IN THIS ISSUE• From the Principal’s Desk• Previous Staff• New Staff • Birthday Celebration• Student’s Articles• Students’ Activities • Other Activities• After School Activities• Announcements


July & August 2017

New Staff

UIS is pleased to welcome our new teachers:

1. Mrs. Elene Liaw Geok Pheng

Mrs. Elene Liaw who hails from Kelantan is our new Science

teacher. She is a well-qualified teacher with expertise in

electrical engineering and pure sciences such as Chemistry and

Biology. She is also the Primary 6 home-room teacher.

2. Ms. Shanthini Tamilmany

Ms. Shanthini is our new Mathematics and ICT teacher. She is

skillful in the fields of Psychology and Counselling. Although it

is her first year of teaching in an international school, she

enjoys her lessons with the students very much. She is the

Primary 4 home-room teacher.

3. Ms. Hashanthi

Ms. Hashanthi, the latest addition in our UIS family, is our new

preschool teacher. She is a creative teacher who manages her

classes in an inspiring way. She enjoys teaching the cute little

darlings of our Kindy class.

Mrs. Elene

Ms. Shanthini

Ms. Hashanthi

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July & August 2017

Staff Birthday Celebration

We would like to acknowledge the birthdays of Mr. Murugasu and

Mrs Parahsakthi. They are two members of the school who play

significant roles in the UIS community. We wish you a very

Happy Birthday.

Mr. Murugasu

Mrs Parahsakthi

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July & August 2017

Student’s Articles

My Trip to India

Last school holidays, my family and I went to India to attend a

wedding ceremony. We flew to India by Air Asia flight. Travelling

by an airplane was an unforgettable experience for me. We

arrived in Thiruchi International Airport in the evening after 3 hours

journey. My cousins welcomed us with wide smiles. We drove

another 3 hours to reach my relatives’ house in Dharmapuri. That

journey in the car was extremely tiring.

Unlike weddings in Malaysia, the wedding function in

Dharmapuri was celebrated for days. We were on the bride’s side

and it was so much fun. Although we were not doing much, it was

a new experience for us. My mother presented some gifts for the

newlyweds. After the function, we visited my mother’s village. It

was a rural area in Darmapuri. We did a lot of shopping there. We

even celebrated my birthday there too.

I was very happy to celebrate my birthday and spend my

holidays with my cousins in India. My mother said that we could go

to India again during the next holidays. I’m looking forward for my

next holidays.

By Tharshanan Alagendran(Primary 4)

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July & August 2017


Articles Of Faith by Islamic Studies Students

The six main articles of faith in Islam are belief in Allah, belief

in Angels, belief in Books (scriptures) of Allah, belief in Prophets

of Allah, belief in the Day of Judgment and belief in the divine

laws.

The Arabic word ‘Islam’ means submission, surrender and

obedience. As a religion, Islam stands for complete submission

and obedience to Allah.

Eid al-Adha or Hari Raya Haji also called the "Sacrifice

Feast", celebrated worldwide each year. This year, the festival

falls on 1st September 2017. We wish our Muslim friends Happy

Eid al-Adha !

By Amirrah Iman binti Asraf Ali

Secondary 1

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Kepentingan Bahasa Melayu

Bahasa Melayu merupakan asas pembinaan negara dan

kebudayaan masyarakat. Bahasa Malaysia merupakan lambang

jati diri negara bangsa Malaysia. Ia merupakan Bahasa yang

cemerlang dalam pembinaan negara bangsa Malaysia.

Walaupun asal usul bangsa Melayu paling asal belum

diketahui secara pasti tetapi petumbuhan Bahasa Melayu

dikatakan berasal dari Sumatera Selatan di sekitar Jambi dan

pelembang. Bahasa Melayu juga merupakan bahasa Austonesia

dan mempunyai kaitan rapat dengan bahasa – bahasa etnik

yang dtuturkan di Nusantara seperti Malaysia, indonesia, Brunei,

Singapura, bahagian selatan Thai dan Filipina sehinggalah ke

Pulau Cristmas di Australia.

Di Malaysia, bahasa Malaysia dinobatkan sebagai bahasa

kebangsaan selepas Malaysia bebas daripada belenggu

penjajah selama beratus tahun lamanya. Bahasa Malaysia telah

diiktiraf dalam Perkara 152 (1) Perlembagaan Persekutuan yang

digunakan oleh semua masyarakat dalam semua urusan

seharian.

By Nur Sabrina Yasmin Binti Ibrahim

& Nabilah Syuhada Binti Zuraili

Secondary 3

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July & August 2017


《我在UniWorld国际学校的生活》

每天早上七点三十分，我都会乘坐校车到学校。抵达后，我和同

学们到草场上踢足球。早上八点，老师召集所有学生报告当天需注意的事项后，我们就各自回班上课。

在正式上课之前，我们有十五分钟自由时间进行交流。这时班导

会跟进我们的课业、与我们分享世界名人故事或课外知识。除了华文课与国文课以外，我们都使用英语沟通。老师们的教课方式活泼有趣，常以教学视频或幻灯片（PPT）讲解课程，让我能轻易明白复杂的课文内容。我最喜欢上信息及通讯技术课（ICT）和体

育课。前者让我感到轻松自在，后者则让我有机会锻炼身体，增强免疫力。

午饭时间，我们会聚集在食堂一起用餐。父母常会外带食物给我，

我吃得津津有味。用餐完毕，我和同学们到篮球场打篮球。我们玩得不亦乐乎，有时连上课铃声响了都浑然不觉呢！

下午三点十五分，我们结束了一整天的课程到各自的社团参与课

外活动。学校课外活动有：篮球社、射箭社、环境控制组织社（ECO Club）、英语为第二语言补习课（ESL）、华文外语课（CFL）、伊斯兰教课、游泳课及自习课等。我参加了自习课，我

们会到图书馆一起阅读以及温习功课。我常趁着这段时间使用电脑查找课堂资料，遇有不明白的问题时，我都会询问课堂老师。四点三十分放学铃声响起，我们各自回家。

学校生活不仅让我畅游在知识的海洋，更让我学习如何与不同种

族沟通、尊重不同文化信仰，以及在生活中运用课堂所习得的知识。

By Randy Mark Chu RenSecondary 3

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Students’ Activities

P5 ‘s Ancient Civilization Poster Making

Primary 5 students have been learning about Ancient

Civilizations in their English class this week. The main objective

of the unit was to read about people who lived a thousand years

ago. After reading about the Greek, Chinese, Egyptian and

Mayan civilizations, they began a Poster making activity.

During the activity, they learned how to draw conclusions

based on the information they have read and created a poster

about it. Each student gathered pictures and decorated their

posters independently. It was a chance to develop reading and

writing skills in a fun and creative way.

By Ong Zi Rui

Primary 5

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Basic geometry: measuring angle on your names

The Secondary 1 students have started a new chapter on basic

geometry. In this chapter, students learn to identify various types

of angles and solve problems related to angles. As a warm up

activity on this chapter, they have done an activity of measuring

angles on their names. The purpose of this activity is to ensure

that students are able to identify various types of angles and to

measure the angles on their names by using a protractor. To

make their activity interesting, the Korean students wrote their

names in Korean alphabets as well. At the end of the lesson, the

students were able to reflect upon what they have learned.

Hopefully they will use such knowledge in understanding future

geometry topics.

By Lim Kai Zhe

Secondary 1

Secondary 1 student, Ben, wrote his name in Korean with angles measured.

Secondary 1 students, Amirrahand Min Heemeasuring the angles on their names.

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July & August 2017


Enzyme Fermentation

On 17 July, some representatives from Kerry Industries visited

our school to review the progress of enzyme fermentation we

have begun together a few months ago. They were satisfied with

the enzyme maturity status. According to their observation, the

fermentation of the enzymes does not show any abnormalities in

growth and is developing appropriately . Because of this, we

could finally use them as eco-fertilizers for our school garden.

The Kerry team representatives also briefed us on the method

of dilution before watering the plants. They went for a garden tour

led by Mrs. Parahsakthi and were very happy with the efforts of

Eco Club. Before leaving, we surprised them with our very own

“Roselle’s” and “Ladies' Fingers” which is also known as “okra”.

We look forward to our upcoming project together which is the

Rainwater Harvesting Project.

By Thang Chun Yong

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July & August 2017

Students’ Activities Nursery Project – Eco Club

An ordinary school yard can actually be transformed into a fun

learning environment. This semester, we have made a school

garden as a wonderful way to reconnect students with the

natural world. By planting some seeds and watering them

everyday, students learn the value of gardening as well as

discover the true source of food. Agricultural concepts and skills

are integrated into several subjects such as math, science, art,

physical education and social studies. Likewise, several

educational goals such as promoting personal and social

responsibility are achieved. As we care for our school garden, we

are also able to improve the school environment.

Why is it great to have a garden in school?

Experience and research have shown numerous benefits of

school gardens and natural landscaping:

1. Students learn focus and patience, cooperation, teamwork

and social skills.

2. They gain self-confidence and a sense of "capability" along

with new skills and knowledge in food growing.

3. Students become more fit and healthy as they spend more

time active in the outdoors and start choosing healthy foods

over junk food.

4. The schoolyard is diversified and beautified.

5. Vandalism decreased because students gain ownership of

their environment.

By Barty Jong Thong Klang

Secondary 3

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July & August 2017

After School Activities

Throughout Term 3, the After School Activity (ASA) has been

ongoing normally in UIS. ASA has been organized in order for

the students to have more outdoor activities other than activities

inside the conventional classroom environment. The ongoing

ASA includes swimming, basketball, Eco-club and Archery.

ARCHERY

Under the coaching of Mr Hisham, students in the Archery club

learned proper archery techniques. Likewise, the students also

learn to focus and tune out distractions. They learn not only to hit

the bullseye why they play archery but they also apply such skill

in their everyday learning and studying practices. Besides being

a fun exercise, archery also helps to develop the students core

strength and coordination.

IGCSE 1 student, Sabrina takes an aim.

,Primary 1 StudentTan Yi Yang taking an aim together with other club members.

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July & August 2017


BASKETBALL

Basketball club was established in April with the help of Mr Gan

Pou Yang as the coach. Students learn basic basketball skills

and techniques as well as strength and conditioning. Students go

through drills and physical training every Tuesdays and

Thursdays under the supervision of teachers. With enough

training, the students are hoping to face other schools in

competitions soon.

ECO-CLUB

As UIS is now registered as an Eco-School, the Eco-Club mainly

consists of activities which are Eco friendly. Teachers and

parents contributed to some of the wide-ranged Ecological

activities. Eco-Club has its activities everyday. Daily activities of

the students in this club are watering the plants, weeding the

garden and doing arts and crafts with recycled items. As UIS

aims to achieve the Green Flag award, the Eco-Club members’

contributions will definitely be a great help to reach our goal. We

dream and work altogether to be the first school in Johor Bahru

of earning the prestigious award.

Basketball students having a friendly match among themselves.

IGCSE 1 student, Thang Chun Yong watering the plants at the garden bed.

Eco – Club members after their craft activity with the help of a parent.

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July & August 2017


SWIMMING

After a long day in class, swimming is the time for the students

to get into the water to learn and play at the same time.

Swimming is known to relieve stress. When they enter the

swimming pool, it becomes a stress free moment for the

students. While swimming under the supervision of the swimming

coach, Mr Ryan, students learn basic swimming skills. They have

begun building confidence underwater and are now learning

swimming and breathing techniques. At the end of the day

students have fun playing and swimming in the water.

ESL AND BASIC CHINESE

Other than the activities mentioned above, ESL and Basic

Chinese classes are ongoing as well. Students who are

interested to enhance their language skills are welcome to join

these classes.

Kindergarten student, Lien enjoying her swim

Primary 4 student, Tharshanan on a swim practice

Swimming club students having a ball game in the pool after training

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July & August 2017

Announcements

Visit by Students from Singapore International School, Vietnam

UIS had the boundless pleasure to host the students of

Singapore International School (SIS) last July 4, 2017. A total of

14 SIS students from the Primary 4, 5 and 6 levels with their

teachers had their Annual Summer Tour Visit and they spent one

memorable day with us. They participated in our daily lessons.

Every subject teacher had prepared fun and educational

activities and games for all to enjoy and learn. Both UIS and SIS

upper primary students were engaged in various activities such

as making a Tang Lung, Hari Raya greeting cards and a colorful

Kolam.

In the afternoon, there was a short program where Hari Raya

songs were sung by the UIS students. Other than that, there was

also a Fashion Show which showcased traditional costumes of

students and teachers who come from diverse cultural

backgrounds. Primary 5 students of both schools together

showed a short and lively action song entitled “The Band “. The

program concluded with a heartfelt exchange of gifts between the

students and teachers of the two Kinderworld schools.

All the students had a wonderful time making new friends and

creating marvelous memories throughout the day. We would like

to thank our new friends from SIS for spending time in our

school. We will cherish the fun times we had together.

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July & August 2017

Announcements

Below is the schedule for the last three weeks of August :

August 14 to 18 - Revision week

August 21 to 25 - Term 3 Progressive Tests

August 28 to 30 - Discussion week

August 31 - Merdeka Day (Public Holiday)

September 1 - Eid Al –Adha (Public Holiday)

September 1 to 10 - Term 3 School Holidays

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July & August 2017

Announcements

Three-way conference

The 2017 First Semester Three-Way Conferences were held

from the 24th to the 28th of July. Teachers planned meetings with

parents to provide apprises on the students’ performance during

the semester. The examination grades were also thoroughly

explained to them. UIS will continue to create opportunities

where parents can bond with teachers and find resolutions that

will promote academic growth and holistic development of our

students.

Parents and Guardians, kindly take note that the report

cards have been given out. The report cards which were not

collected will be sent to you by email or mail.

We Care

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July & August 2017

Reminders

Parents / Guardians on Campus

An important aspect of your child’s development is their learning

to become independent. They need to be confident in a range of

areas such as eating their lunch with their peers, playing with

their friends and preparing themselves for class.

With regards to this matter, parents are only allowed to deliver

the lunch or snacks for their children. Afterwards, they are

expected to leave the school premises at once. This will enable

their children to gain independence skills which they need to

learn as they grow up.

In addition, parents who wish to speak with teachers are

requested not to interrupt the classes. Please make an

appointment to speak with the teachers at the office. Parents and

guardians are also required to write their consensus informing

the Principal that they are picking up their children in school

during school hours. Students are not allowed to leave the school

compound without written consent from the parents or guardian.

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July & August 2017

Reminders

Mobile phones

Mobile phones are not permitted to be used during lessons as

they can be a significant distraction to the students. It is preferred

that students keep their mobile phones safely in their lockers.

They may also leave the phones on the teacher’s desk during

lessons. If students are found misusing their mobile phones in

school, the teacher will confiscate it and will pass it to the

Principal. If the confiscation of the student’s mobile phone

becomes a repeated problem, then the Principal would

communicate this problem to the parents and will give the mobile

phone to them when they come to meet him personally.

School Hat Policy

Hats are compulsory for outdoor play and HPE lessons. The sun

rays in Malaysia can sometimes be quite strong . It’s important

for us to protect the physical wellbeing of the students. Too much

sun can have adverse effects on your child. The official school

hat is available for purchase from the front office.

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