Tuesday, October 31, 2017

APAC Theatre auditions

To avoid a clash with International Day activities on Friday, APAC Theatre auditions will now take place this Monday November 6 at 3:30pm in 1726. See you there. The auditions should be done by 4:35pm.


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Nov 1, Wednesday

Habitat for Humanity Raffle 

Thank you so much for supporting our raffle at lunch yesterday.  All prizes were awarded in the last few minutes of lunch…but have no fear if you missed it!  If your name was drawn, we will be bringing your prize to your homeroom over the next couple of days.

Pizza winner to be announced soon.

Thanks again for supporting the Annual Brick Drive!


BIRTHDAY SHOUT OUT

The MS Counseling Office would like to give a "BIRTHDAY SHOUT OUT" to all of our students celebrating birthdays in NOVEMBER!!! Please pick up your birthday gift from either Mr. Stewart or Ms. Knox! A special thank you to the MS PTA for sponsoring your monthly birthday gifts! 

The MS Counseling Office 



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Monday, October 30, 2017

Student Survey Request!

Dear fellow students and parents of the ISB school community,

We are part of the after-school business and entrepreneurship group DECA, and we would gladly appreciate it if the parents could help us complete our quick survey on WeChat transaction groups:http://ift.tt/2ltaSu8

We hope to acquire enough information regarding such groups in order to create a more effective platform for transactions. Please complete the survey by November 15th, 2017 for us to analyze results. The survey will take roughly 5 minutes.

Thank you, and your time will be greatly appreciated.

DECA Entrepreneur Group



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Oct 31, Tuesday

HFH raffle 
Hello Middle School!

Thank you so much for your generous donations to HFH!! 

We are happy to announce that we will be holding the raffle in the middle school cafeteria today during lunch! See you there!

Night of Jazz Concert

Black Box 4:30pm

Come down and enjoy 5-6 jazz tunes from the high school jazz band. 

 

MS season #2 sport starts TODAY

Today is the start of MS season #2 sport.  Please go to Gym #2 at 3 :45 wearing PE style clothes.

After introductions of the coaches you will go and start your first volleyball practice. 

Please if you have any questions, go and see Mr. Cuthbert in the activities office.

 

CHILDREN OF MADAIFU PRE-SALE 

“Christmas Apples” will be available for presale from now until the 15th of November at International School of Beijing. They will be on sale for 1 apple for 6 RMB and a box of 10 kilos for 300 RMB. This year the benefit of the sale will go to our “Orphanage without Walls/Access to High School programs.

Click here for details

Click here for the flyer

 

Found item

A purse, please check at MS office



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All You Need to Know About Diamond Carat Size

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This month's article I wrote for The Knot got me doing some hands-on investigating, as I took a closer look at one very important C of the Four Cs: Carat size. Thanks to King Jewelers in Nashville for supplying me with diamond for this story. The diamonds pictured above are as follows:

Smallest to largest (bottom to top): 

(my hand is petite, as I wear a size 4.5 on my pointer and middle finger)

0.50 carat, VS-2 clarity, F color

1.00 carat, VS-2 clarity, G color

2.01 carat, SI-1 clarity, F color

3.01 carat, SI-2 clarity, G color

4.02 carat, SI-2 clarity, G color

5.59 carat, VS-1 clarity, G color

To read the article, click the link below:

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xoxoGemGossip

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Sunday, October 29, 2017

NCC Trick or Treat Grams Pick Up!

Hello everyone!


A huge thank you to all who bought our Trick or Treat Grams a couple weeks ago! The cards are ready to be picked up, so please come by the tables in the cafeteria (next to the demarche) to check if you have received one from a friend!


We will be distributing the cards today and tomorrow, so be sure to come and get your trick or treat!





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Flex Time This Week

Monday - STUCO Assembly in the Theater

Tuesday - Mentoring for Grades 10, 11, 12 ; Mentoring / Mindfulness / Study Hall for selected Grade 9s

Thursday - International Day Assembly in the Theater

Friday - International Day NO FLEX

On Friday, HS students must be out on the field, in the continent areas by 2:40 pm.

2:40-3:20 Parade, school song and photograph
3:30-6:00 Cultural activities and food vendors in both cafeterias
3:45-6:00 Entertainment with student performances in Gym 3

If it's indoor, HS students line the hallway closest to the car park and main entrance. HS/MS students will be audience for ES students as they parade on the ground floor. 

On Thursday and Friday lunchtimes, the PTA will be giving out ¥20 for each student to buy food.

See more information HERE.


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Oct 30, Monday

Fifth Block This Week

This week's fifth block for grade 12s has been allocated to Lang & Lit HL. Please see your teacher for location and times. 



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Apples for MAIDAFU

“Christmas Apples” will be available for presale from now until the 15th of November at International School of Beijing. They will be on sale for 1 apple for 6 RMB and a box of 10 kilos for 300 RMB. This year the benefit of the sale will go to our “Orphanage without Walls/Access to High School programs.

Click HERE for the details

Click HERE for the flyer



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Friday, October 27, 2017

PTA Smart Phone Photo Contest

Theme:

Lovable moment of ISB

Dates:

Photo taken between August 14 to November 17, 2017

Submission Deadline - November 17, 2017

Entrants:

All ISB CURRENT students, teachers, staff and parents are welcome to participate.

Requirements:

Smart phone w/o modfication

One photo per entrant 

Submission via VIDIGAMI

Awards:

One winner for each of the following awards in each division:

  • Most creative moment
  • Most touching moment
  • Best moment of International Day
Visit Dragons' Gate for more information.


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Semester One Finals Clash Form

Do you have a clash for the Semester One Finals?

If you do, please fill out the Student Clash Form* and return it to Ms. Huang in the HS Office by Wednesday Nov 8th

*Available on Dragons Gate and HS Office.



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Thursday, October 26, 2017

Oct 27, Friday

ELO Forms and Switches

Return of ELO Forms
All ELO forms are due today. As mentioned previously, if you haven’t returned your form by the end of day today you will be moved to the Tech-Free Community Engagement ELO.
ELO Switch Requests
Students whose request to switch ELO was successful had their PowerSchool updated yesterday with their requested ELO, and should check their schedule for their new ELO’s room number. Students who requested a switch but could not be moved were emailed by Mr Fidler yesterday.


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Marquise Vancouver on Cambie Corridor – Plans, Prices, Availability

New Cambie Corridor presales from Mission Group Homes.

At a Glance

  • located at Cambie & King Edward
  • 6-storey concrete mid-rise
  • 50 condos from 1-3 bedrooms
  • 8 x 2-storey laneway townhouses
  • short walk to Canada Line
  • near Queen Elizabeth Park & Hillcrest Community Centre
  • close to schools
  • goal of LEED Gold certification

Designed with Precision
Marquise is a brilliant collection of 58 flawless residences designed with precision. Located in the centre of Cambie with unobstructed views of downtown and North Shore Mountains. Marquise is just steps from SkyTrain, the shops and restaurants of Cambie Village, and Queen ELizabeth Park.

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Pricing for Marquise
As this development is in pre-construction, pricing has not yet been finalized. Sign up to our VIP list above for priority access to Marquise updates.

Floor Plans for Marquise
Purchasers have a choice of 1- to 3-bedroom condominiums, ranging from 550 – 1,337 sq ft. or 2-bedroom, 1,009 sq ft townhomes. Contact me today to discuss availability and plans according to your needs.

Amenities at Marquise
Residents will enjoy the use of an interior courtyard and a shared rooftop space with superb views of the Vancouver skyline that includes a childrens play area, outdoor dining area with barbecue, and gardening beds. All ground floor homes come with private patios. Level 1 apartments facing the courtyard have a private deck. The laneway townhomes include both private patios and rooftop decks.

Parking and Storage
Marquise will provide residents with 66 vehicle and 85 bicycle parking spaces in two levels of underground. Additional storage space is also available underground.

Maintenance Fees at Marquise
TBD.

Developer Team for Marquise
Mission Group Enterprises is the parent company to a rich set of businesses united by common values. Headquartered in Kelowna, British Columbia, it focuses on residential and commercial real estate development, and construction. Mission Group Homes has completed several multi-family communities across southern British Columbia. Over the years, the company has received numerous Canadian Home Builders’ Association Tommie Awards including Multi-Family Builder of the Year in 2014, Built Green Builder of the Year in 2012, Outstanding Customer Service in 2012, 2010, and 2008, Townhome Community of the Year in 2010 and Building Company of the Year in 2007.

GBL Architects is a progressive Vancouver-based firm of 38 architects, project managers and technicians with a 25-year reputation of providing a full range of architectural services to the private and public sector. GBL design with the belief that form plays a vital role in defining experience through an ever-changing dynamic between sculptural artistry and social responsibility. To that end, they regularly practice green design through the LEED Canada Program.

Expected Completion for Marquise
TBD.

Are you interested in learning more about other homes in the Cambie Corridor, Mount Pleasant, or Southeast False Creek?

Check out these great Cambie Corridor Presales!

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This Travel Blogger Finds The Weirdest Places Around The World

 

This week, Chris Backe, a long-term traveler and the blogger behind, One Weird Globe, explains what it means to be a digital nomad. He also offers up a list of useful questions to ask yourself before deciding if the digital nomad life is something you would want to pursue.

digital nomad life

If you’re reading this site, you may be interested in long-term travel. And, if you’re interested in travel, you may have come across the term, ‘digital nomad’ before. Maybe a friend has posted something on Facebook about their ‘office’ by the beach or teased where their next trip will take them.

 

And now you’re curious. Can I do that? What would it be like to get away from everything and live life on my terms?

 

The answer, more often than not, is YES! There’s a lot to unpack and consider, of course…

 

But let’s back up for a second. What is a digital nomad? It’s one of those questions that would get you 100 answers if you asked 100 people, so let’s keep this as simple as possible:

digital nomad life

A digital nomad is a person who lives nomadically and works digitally.

 

Need more? OK, try this slightly longer definition:

 

 

A digital nomad is a person with the freedom to travel, to go where they like (subject to each country’s laws and rules, of course). They travel by themselves or with the people they choose. They make money by completing projects, working with clients, creating products or services, or any number of other ways. 

 

 

The key difference in most cases is that the work is location-independent — one need not be in a specific location on Earth to deliver their work.

Also worth noting: the digital nomad lifestyle can be as temporary or as permanent as you want it to be. I’m here to encourage you to test this lifestyle out, and ultimately transition into it… if it’s for you.

digital nomad life

 

Is it for you?

 

No one can stop you — and you don’t need any expensive program to help you become one.

Let’s start by asking yourself some questions. Feel free to print this off, write down your answers in a notebook, or just talk this out.

 

 

Section 1: Who are you?

 

  • Seriously — who are you? Take note of how you describe yourself.
  • Where are you at in your job?
  • Where are you with your partner / spouse / family?
  • What are your passions?

 

Section 2: What do you want?

 

  • Really. Materialistic stuff? Bucket-list stuff? Experiences?
  • Why do you want it?
  • What is motivating you to get this / do this?
  • What will keep you motivated through times of difficulty?
  • Why is this the time? OR Is this the right time?
  • What about the status quo are you unhappy about?
  • What’s changed recently, or do you just feel ‘stuck’?

 

Section 3: Let’s get specific

 

  • When do you want to go? OR When would be the right time?
  • Are you waiting for something? Someone?
  • Do you need to finish or complete something?
  • What do you feel like you were put on earth to do?
  • Assuming you can have it all, where do you fantasize about going?
  • What about your city / country do you like? Love? Hate?

 

Section 4: Your stakeholders and companions

 

I define ‘stakeholders’, by the way, as the people you trust to have your needs and desires at heart.

 

Whose advice do you trust / listen to?

Who’s coming with you? Who’s not?

What needs to be considered to keep your companions happy through this transition?

digital nomad life

Wow, that’s a lot of questions!

 

Take heart – this is a big life change we’re talking. When I counsel people about the digital nomad lifestyle, I liken it to the process we use when dating or looking for a life partner. It’s not a decision or process you work through in a day.

 

The next steps involve researching, clarifying your desires, acknowledging limitations, and figuring out how to make money… but we’ll save those for another post.

 

Chris Backe is the blogger behind One Weird Globe, a nomadic counselor at Your Life Abroad, and a game designer over at Entro Games. He’s lived abroad since 2008 and traveled through dozens of countries. He’s written dozens of guidebook and itineraries, and is working a book entitled Becoming a Digital Nomad, scheduled for release in March 2018.

digital nomad life

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Madaifu Apples for Sale

“Christmas Apples” to Support the Children of Madaifu

Pre-sale now until the 15th of November (Apples ready for pick-up early December)

1 Apple RMB 6 or 10KG for RMB 300

Click here for pre-order form



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Wednesday, October 25, 2017

Oct 26, Thursday

SCIENCE CAFÉ TODAY!

Climate Change Advocate and Marine Biologist Henry Evans will be presenting a Science Café in the MS/HS library TODAY during Office Hours. 

Check out this one minute trailer!

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Principal's List

Oct 20 Principals List – Click and see who is leading by their example in our school!

 

Trimester 2 Enrichments Sign Up-updated

  1.        To login Power School.
  2.        Go to MS Enrichment.
  3.        To make your selection for T2 enrichments. Please choose only from the period (either 1.1 and 1.2 or 6.1 and 6.2) that your currently take your enrichment course or remember if they are on odd days (Days 1,3,5,7) or even days (2, 4, 6, 8)
  4.        To click “Submit Requests” and see a green message “your selections were successfully submitted.

Reminder To Baseball Players
Reminding all MS Baseball players! We have our final practice of the season today (Thursday) after school. Please arrive early because we will be taking a team photo for the yearbook. We will also be preparing for our ISB MS Fall Classic tournament on Saturday!


Kidsread

The next Kidsread! will meet on Wednesday, November 1st. See you there!

 


MS Dragon Birders
Beijing Dragon Bird Club meeting this Friday in room 3127 from 3:40 - 4:30.
Terry (the Birdman) will be here to talk about Flappy and the Swift project.
Hope to see everyone there!


Greenkeepers Art Contest

As part of raising awareness to our environmental issues, we are holding our annual art contest again.  You can create 2D or 3D art pieces made from recycled materials.  If you want to sign up, go to this epad and put your name and class down: http://ift.tt/2izG7Tu  Submit your artwork in room 3313 (Yu Laoshi's classroom) on or before November 29.  Here's the link for the video and prizes: http://ift.tt/2izG8qw  Email 

lailai.liu@student.isb.bj.edu.cn or vimala.machiraju@student.isb.bj.edu.cn if you have questions.

 




The Annual Brick Drive is now over! 

This year, we raised 15, 115 RMB. Habitat for Humanity would like to thank everyone who contributed to building quality  homes for people who need them. 

If you have any tickets out there that need to get into the lucky dip box, please bring them to Mrs. Patty's room today! The raffle will be held next week and we will be announcing the winner of the pizza then too.

Thanks again to all of you who contributed to our cause!


MS Stop-Motion Movie Making

Check out the following short 1 minute movie.

It will make you start your day with a giggle!

 

FUTURES PUBLIC RADIO

Enjoy live performances and interviews with two talented ISB community members Arianna B and James "Butch" Ford in the One Yuan Concert Series:  http://ift.tt/2j7RUs6

Go in depth with an interview of resident engineer, Phillips Kassouf, as well as learning what it takes to be an ES Jedi Juggler:   http://ift.tt/2zyNj6l

Dig into the cinematography involved in FPR storytelling in the Make a Moment mini-doc: http://ift.tt/2zzaJbO

 

Found items

A watch phone and A pen.  Please check at MS office.



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Obsession: Amanda Hunt's Cosmic Eye Charm Necklace

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One of my favorite California-based designers Amanda Hunt Jewelry has just launched a new collection and it needs to be on your radar! After being infatuated with the "evil eye" motif for years, I have been determined to find an Eye charm that appealed to me. I didn't want a typical one which you can easily recognize if you're in the jewelry industry or if you look at jewelry catalogs frequently, you know the ones--they're being pumped out of jewelry factories and mass produced by the thousands. I wanted something more unique, something hand-made, and something with a little more personality.

As soon as I saw Amanda Hunt's new Sight Collection, I realized that this was exactly what I had in mind! The collection feature, "talismans for inner sight, clarity of vision, fire of spirit, and clear view of your life's journey." On top of that, I love the design of it and the fact that each piece is handmade by Amanda herself at her studio in Northern California.

Check out the link below to click and purchase the one gifted to me by Amanda--it is hand cast in 14k yellow gold and set with a diamond. It comes on a chain too!

Sight Collection by Amanda Hunt



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New Head of School Feedback Drop-in Meeting

Tuesday - October 31st

Both the ISB Board and Patrick Hurworth want students, faculty, staff and parents to have opportunities to express their points of view regarding the leadership and the direction of the School since Patrick’s appointment as the school’s new leader. Click here for details and schedule.



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New Head of School Feedback Drop-in Meeting

Both the ISB Board and Patrick Hurworth want students, faculty, staff and parents to have opportunities to express their points of view regarding the leadership and the direction of the School since Patrick’s appointment as the school’s new leader. The Carney Sandoe Search Consultants’ purpose in visiting campus is to connect with various groups within the School and listen to their thoughts.

All conversations will be confidential. While they will use what participants say in their report, they will not identify participants specifically. This 100-Day Visit is designed to be helpful, both to Patrick and to the school.

The following meeting times allow representatives from the parent body to provide feedback. A separate meeting time has been scheduled for PTA representatives as well. Both Patrick and the Board members are looking forward to learning about the status of the School from your perspective. If you would like to communicate your thoughts individually and privately, you also are welcome to email Ralph and/or Fred at ralph.davison@carneysandoe.com or fred.wesson@carneysandoe.com.

  October 31st, Tuesday

  • Parents Drop-in Meeting Time:
    8:15 - 9:30 am - Boardroom & HR Conference Room
  • Parents/Staff Drop-in Meeting Time:
    1:30 - 2:30 pm - Boardroom & HR Conference Room


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Bus Schedule on International Day - November 3, 2017

The bus schedule will run the following departure schedule for International Day only. There will be three departures:

  • 3:35 pm – Regular Bus Departure
    All buses depart as normal.
  • 4:40 pm – ASA First Departure
    Bus K to Huading Shijia is cancelled. Riders to Huading Shijia will take ASA Bus J, expected to arrive there around 5:30pm.
  • 6:00 pm – ASA Second Departure
    There will be a second ASA Bus I, to service the Wang Jing area. An additional backup bus will also be available in case any buses overflow, although we may also transfer parents and students to other ASA buses to take them to their bus stops.

Staff Buses will run as normal. Additional Taxis will be available until 8:00pm.

If you are a parent who wishes to use the bus service on International Day please email isb.busops@isb.bj.edu.cn by Wednesday 1st November.

We hope you all enjoy a special International Day!



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Semester One Finals

Please see the schedule HERE.

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Tuesday, October 24, 2017

OPWALL DEPOSIT - SECURE YOUR PLACE NOW!!

Oct 25, Wednesday

Principal's List

Oct 20 Principals List – Click and see who is leading by their example in our school!

 

Trimester 2 Enrichments Sign Up

  1.        To login Power School.
  2.        Go to MS Enrichment.
  3.        To make your selection for T2 enrichments.( Please choose only from the block that your language is not currently in)
  4.        To click “Submit Requests” and see a green message “your selections were successfully submitted.
MS Dragon Birders
Beijing Dragon Bird Club meeting this Friday in room 3127 from 3:40 - 4:30.
Terry (the Birdman) will be here to talk about Flappy and the Swift project.
Hope to see everyone there!

 

The Annual Brick Drive is now over! 

This year, we raised 15, 115 RMB. Habitat for Humanity would like to thank everyone who contributed to building quality  homes for people who need them. 

If you have any tickets out there that need to get into the lucky dip box, please bring them to Mrs. Patty's room today!  The raffle will be held next week and we will be announcing the winner of the pizza then too.

Thanks again to all of you who contributed to our cause!

 

MS Stop-Motion Movie Making

 Check out the following short 1 minute movie

 It will make you start your day with a giggle!

 

FUTURES PUBLIC RADIO

Enjoy live performances and interviews with two talented ISB community members Arianna B and James "Butch" Ford in the One Yuan Concert Series:  http://ift.tt/2j7RUs6

Go in depth with an interview of resident engineer, Phillips Kassouf, as well as learning what it takes to be an ES Jedi Juggler:   http://ift.tt/2zyNj6l

Dig into the cinematography involved in FPR storytelling in the Make a Moment mini-doc: http://ift.tt/2zzaJbO

 

Found items

A jacket, a down jacket  and a pen. Please check at MS office.



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CALLING ALL HS ATHLETES!


SEASON 2 gets underway on Friday, October 27th. If you are interested in playing basketball, table tennis, or trying out for the swim team, you should be in Gym 2 on Friday at 15:35 for some initial season information. Tryouts will then commence after the meeting from 16:00.

GO DRAGONS!



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3 Ways to Lessen the Stress During Your Toddler’s Bath Time

Content originally published and Shared from http://perfectbath.com

One of the day-to-day struggles of a parent is bathing a child who absolutely hates being in the water. Make bath time less problematic for both you and your baby by following these great tips:

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Ease bath time worries
Lots of kids have legitimate anxieties about having water poured over their heads. If your children usually cry when you wash their hair, this could be an issue you need to be sensitive to. Make sure the water you’re using is a comfortable temperature, and always warn your kids before you start to pour it over their heads. Consider buying a bathtime visor (a special foam hat that protects your kids’ faces while you rinse their hair), which can help minimize the amount of water that gets into their eyes. Source: TheSpruce

Try new methods
There could be various reasons that your child dislikes bathing. For starters you can try changing his bathing time, maybe bathing time is disrupting his play-time or maybe he is just lazy at a particular time. You could try to switch positions in the bathroom, try a different corner instead of the regular one; your child could like a corner better and cooperate while bathing. You could even start bathing your child’s feet first and make your way upwards since many kids dislike washing their face or hair; you could do this in the end and save yourself some crying time. Source: BeingTheParent

Remember to have fun!
By far the best way to make bath time easy is to make it fun! Get some fun bath toys and play with them with your toddler. You can also sing bath time songs, talk to him or her, or just interact in any way you enjoy. Bath time can be fun for both parent and child, and there’s no better way to make any activity easy than by making it enjoyable! Source: MomTricks

We can help you pick a bathtub that your kid will enjoy. Call us today!

 

Contact:
Perfect Bath
Phone: Toll Free 1-866-843-1641
Calgary, Alberta
Email: info@perfectbath.com

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Don’t Miss The Brilliance of Wallace Chan at TEFAF NY

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Stare for a moment at the breath-taking work of Wallace Chan, a jewelry designer who comes from Hong Kong, and you’ll realize there’s an enchanting allure to his whimsical world and there’s more going on than just a pretty piece of jewelry. From structured metals that reflect the buildings and architecture where he grew up, to an array of colorful gemstones that reflect nature all around him, each material Mr. Chan uses in each masterpiece he creates is built in his sub-conscious and is let out in the things he designs. His skills go beyond design, as his patented Wallace Cut weaves sculpture and faceting into one unique three-dimensional transparent engraving. He has trail blazed techniques along the way and has numerous patents to his name. These include a jade technique which refines and brightens the gemstone and sends the light across the surfaces, allowing for it to intensify in color, as well as a using titanium in jewelry which is incredibly lightweight and wearable.

Wallace Chan will be exhibiting at TEFAF, the fine and decorative arts fair scheduled to open in NYC on October 28th, 2017. There are nearly 100 exhibitors on display this time around in NYC, and Mr. Chan’s work cannot be missed. Bringing with will be 20 items that will blow you away in both creative design and function, once again innovating the world of jewelry like never before.

On the cusp of the exhibition, we asked Wallace Chan some questions about his work and his answers similarly reflect the intensely creative and in depth character he is, just like his designs.

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What are some of your earliest memories and influences for your jewelry design?

We are the products of our experiences. My childhood has a major influence on my creations. I think my curiosity was intensified by the fact that I had to quit school at a young age. Without a formal education, the wild, free and chaotic world was my teacher. I also learnt that the only way I could figure out the answers to my questions was through hands-on experience. When I first arrived in Hong Kong, I was only five years old. The buildings surprised me. They weren’t even skyscrapers at that time, they were just four or five-story buildings leaning on one another, some short and some tall. I remember myself imagining these buildings as human pyramids. Today you can see some of my gemstone settings resemble those structures. However, I did not do it on purpose! It was all in my head—my subconscious mind—where data from my experiences are stored and retrieved.

What metals and gemstones are your current favorites to work with?

I love that you asked what are my “current” favorites but no – I still don’t have a favorite. People say it is bad to play favorites when parenting – I agree, and I think it is not only bad for the children, it is also bad for the parents. When you have a favorite, two favorites, or three favorites, you blind yourself, you become biased, and you overlook the rest of the world. I am a parent myself and I have only a son – that’s ok. But there are so many metals and gemstones – some I have discovered and some I have yet. To keep the creative juice flowing, it is most important to empty myself and see the limitless possibilities and beauty in every single thing.

You'll be exhibiting 20 pieces at TEFAF in NYC, how did you go about choosing the pieces? Is there a theme?Were they all made for this particular event?

It is like going to sleep every night—you seldom tell yourself what to dream about, and even if you do, your subconscious mind most likely makes you dream about other things. When I create, I let my dreams take the lead. Sometimes it is about life or sometimes a long-lost tale; sometimes it is about history or sometimes the beauty of a flower; and sometimes it is as unfathomable as the mystery of the universe. Sometimes it is a combination of it all. Freedom is the key to it all, so I never have a pre-set theme.

What do you hope for people to take away from seeing your work on display?

When the audience asks me questions, only then will I know what they are thinking. I never aspire to impose ideas on the audience; I rather let them come to their own conclusions.

What sets your work apart from other jewelry designers?

We live in a world of unity. This concept originated from Confucius that sets out an ideal society with great harmony. However, even though we are all the same, I believe we are also all different. Building off of Lao Zi’s concept of Dao—the mechanism of the universe, which is a way of thinking, learning and living, I believe that everyone has their own Dao. It is a continuous process to comprehend your own system and relationship with the universe, from knowing and learning, to practicing which ultimately leads to understanding. It is a constant cycle. I am very much immersed in my own Dao. When I undertake this process, I merge with the universe. Once I finally understand, I forget everything and start again with a pure mind. This is full of challenges, yet this is how individual spirits accumulate energy and power. TEFAF was established in 1988 as a way for creators and dealers to present museum-quality works of all genres and time periods on one platform. It happens three times a year on two continents (in the Netherlands & NYC).

 

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Monday, October 23, 2017

Jewels at my Doorstep: Tal Barkev Featured Artist Boaz Kashi

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Located in Scottsdale, Arizona, Tal Barkel has been designing jewelry for over 20 years. We are so excited to have Tal as one of our sponsors, as we love his designs and innovative techniques. As a designer, Tal loves supporting other creators and showcasing them as "featured artists" in his showroom. His latest featured artist is Boaz Kashi who, like Tal, hails from Israel. Boaz Kashi is a fifth generation jewelry designer who mixes various alloys and textures to create gold pieces that look as if they were excavated ancient treasures. He also has an affinity for powerful works that draw inspiration from a mix of nature, science and history. He works with a vast array of materials and combines unexpected elements; gold and lava stones, silk and platinum, precious gemstones and ebony. 

For this feature, I chose my top five favorite pieces from Boaz Kashi and as you can see, his work really does have an ancient and "hidden treasure" feel to it. I was in complete heaven wearing these stylish jewels--below I break down each piece and talk about how I see them being worn. Hope you enjoy!

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1. MAYAAN G bracelet, 18k yellow gold set with a diamond, Price: $2,990

This incredibly chic yet rugged bracelet is perfect for everyday wear! It easily slides on the wrist, with the bezel set diamond acting as a button. I could see it stacked with other bracelets, perfectly blending in and creating a beautiful look, or it even looks wonderful worn solo. It's modern, it's simple, and the texture of it is my favorite part.

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2. NOA 4 ring, 18k yellow gold set with ruby and sapphire, Price: $4,300

This ring is totally my style and it caught my attention right away. I love the uniqueness of it--the crazy geometric shape of it and the gemstones used. I didn't expect this ring to fit so nice and comfortably on the hand, but it totally does! It drapes along the knuckle and makes a bold statement. I think it can be worn either way, which is why I love the versatility and everyone will stop and stare, guaranteed!

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3. MAKEL AGIL earrings, 18k yellow gold with diamonds, Price: $3,900

These earrings had me feeling elegant and out-of-this-world! They're so bold and beautiful, they instantly transform any look. I think these would be great worn for an event or special party, with hair sleek and pulled back, sort of wet in style like I have mine. They're certainly loads of fun to wear and as you'll see in the video below, they pivot while the post stays put. What a cool design element!

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4. MAY ring, 18k yellow gold with diamond, Price: $3,800

Like a golden wire wrapped around your finger multiple times, this heavy yet comfortable band is my ideal everyday ring. This could also be a great option for anyone looking for a unique wedding ring as an alternative bridal option. The possibilities are endless!

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5. SIGAL earrings, 24k yellow gold, Price: $2,100

These are another fun pair of earrings, having a hammered finish and lots of movement when worn. They're light enough to be worn everyday and seem like a great pair of vacation earrings. When I put them on, I instantly wanted to dance! Can you tell?!

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Sunday, October 22, 2017

Fifth Block This Week

This week's fifth block for grade 12s has been allocated to Econ HL. Please see your teacher for location and times. 



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Flex Time This Week

Thursday - Mentoring for Grade 10, 11, 12 ; Mentoring / Mindfulness / Study Hall for selected Grade 9s 

Friday - ELO



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Oct 23, Monday

Principal's List

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Friday, October 20, 2017

Newest Finds from Jewelry Finds®, October 2017 Edition

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I bet you've mentioned it to someone lately or maybe you've even started already, but it is time for holiday shopping! I highly respect those who have already gotten a few presents set aside and for those who haven't even thought about it yet--let this be a fair warning! Every year the holidays sneak up on us and we try to promise ourselves we'll do better at preparing the following year. Those in the jewelry industry are busy stockpiling some amazing pieces for this crazy time of year, when people will often wait until the very last few hours of Christmas Eve to find something.

Luckily for those who are antique and vintage jewelry obsessed, Ashley & Janet of Jewelry Finds are more than ready, with over 200 pieces of newly acquired jewels. Every item is listed with detailed descriptions and easy one-click access to a virtual shopping cart. They even have a Youtube channel where many of their pieces can be viewed in action, giving you a full 3D look at the piece from every angle. I suggest getting out a blanket and curling up to your computer screen, while checking out Jewelry Finds' inventory, having a handy wish list available to jot down favorites. And don't forget that new pieces are added every week!

If you love their jewelry, you will be happy to know you can see everything in person at their first ever jewelry show appearance, coming up Friday, November 10th to Sunday, November 12th at the 50th Anniversary International Gem & Jewelry Show in Washington DC called InterGem. Details below as well and you can buy tickets to attend the show here. If you live in the DC area, you can't miss this show! Over 100+ pieces will be saved in order make their debut at the show.

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Thursday, October 19, 2017

Oct 20, Friday

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

To raise funds for breast cancer awareness this month, t-shirt sales will be going on through lunch times for 80 quai. Not only this, there will be the annual Faculty/Parents Vs. Students charity volleyball game on October 25th 4:30 PM and basketball game on October 27th 6:00 PM. These games will be free of charge, but we highly recommend you to purchase a t-shirt or donate to the donation boxes. 100% of the proceeds will go to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. 

 

If you would like to participate in these games, please email grace.yuan@student.isb.bj.edu.cnyour name, grade (only applicable to students), sport(s) you choose to participate in, and skill level (beginner, some experience, varsity level).

 

For more information, contact either;

grace.yuan@student.isb.bj.edu.cn

jason.liu@student.isb.bj.edu.cn

ian.walker@student.isb.bj.edu.cn



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OPWALL DEPOSIT - SECURE YOUR PLACE NOW!!

From now until next Friday the 27th of October students who want to secure a place for the OPWALL trip to The AMAZON and the GALAGAGOS ISLANDS need to go to the Box Office to submit their deposit of 1,700 RMB (USD$250). There are only 16 places available for this trip!!

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One to Follow: @DanaSengJewelry

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Dana Seng Jewelry is the highly personalized jewelry line out of LA that has admirers hitting "like" after every Instagram post. The stacks on stacks on stacks theme is heavily used throughout Dana's feed and keeps people coming back for more. As an owner of TWO of her necklaces, I can easily see why--I wear my lucky #8 necklace and D initial necklace layered amongst old and new pieces, as it goes with just about anything.

If you're not following Dana Seng Jewelry on Instagram already, we highly recommend as this month's One To Follow. Look out for fun stacking posts that will get you inspired and get you adding pieces to your wish list. We'd like to thank Dana for partnering with us and we are happy to spread the word of your gorgeous line with others!

 

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