by Matthew TAYLOR | Feb 20, 2020 | Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Grade 9, Secondary Maths
This week grade 9 were starting a new unit of inquiry looking into angles and circle theorems. The SOI (statement of inquiry) is logic can justify generalizations that increase our appreciation of the aesthetic. To help them remember what they have previously learnt...
by Rachel HOWES | Feb 20, 2020 | Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Grade 9, Secondary French
French students in Grade 9 are exploring the meaning of education in our current unit. We have asked what education looks like in different contexts and why ABIS is unique. Students are going to promote ABIS and started by sharing ideas in what ABIS means for them...
by Scott MCBIRNIE | Feb 13, 2020 | Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Grade 9, Oman Week, The Grades
After an epic week of adventure we got up late, enjoyed the girls’ breakfast and are currently relaxing before we pack up to arrive at ABIS by 12.30. See you there!
by Scott MCBIRNIE | Feb 12, 2020 | Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Grade 9, Oman Week, The Grades
What a day!! After our 5:30am start we all got on the road and descended Jebel Shams. After a quick karak stop in Al Hamra we then started to ascend again in order to get into Wadi Bani Auf, aka Snake Canyon. What an absolutely stunning journey it was… On...
by Scott MCBIRNIE | Feb 11, 2020 | Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Grade 9, Oman Week, The Grades
Expectations are everything. The students that were expecting a leisurely stroll had a wee surprise!! However, we had a fantastic morning and early afternoon taking in the wonder of Oman’s Grand Canyon and making friends with the local goats… Up at 5:30am...
by Scott MCBIRNIE | Feb 10, 2020 | Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Grade 9, Oman Week, The Grades
What a day! Despite the nerves (and there were lots!), all the students abseiled well down the side of Oman’s Grand Canyon… what a view! The climb back up was equally exhilarating! Here are a few highlights… Walking down the wadi to the edge…. where...
