by Sahar Mohammad IBRAHIM | Apr 16, 2026 | Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 11 & 12 (DP), Grade 12, Grade 7, Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Grade 8, Grade 9
During this week, Grade 8 students evaluated translated literature through a series of engaging classroom activities focused on developing their critical thinking and analytical skills. Students carefully read a translated literary text and were guided to observe...
by Joanne Brettell | Apr 16, 2026 | Grade 3, Grade 7 - 10 (MYP)
Happy Thursday everyone, It’s been a busy and productive week for the SHINE team this week. We have been carrying out the WIDA tests with G6-8 and I’m proud to report some excellent progress since the beginning of the year, when we did the first round....
by Tania JURICEVIC | Apr 16, 2026 | Grade 11 & 12 (DP), Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Secondary French
Dear Parents, Another lively and varied week across all year groups. Grade 7s have started a new unit on celebrations, exploring different traditions while practising being open-minded, one of our key learner profile attributes. Grade 8s took a fun approach with a...
by Chris COOK | Apr 16, 2026 | Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 11 & 12 (DP), Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Grade 9
Dear Parents, Thank you for participating in our recent Parent Teacher Conferences. These meetings are always a great opportunity to meet face to face and an important chance to discuss your child’s progress, strengths, and areas for growth. For all who...
by Camilo RUBIANO | Apr 16, 2026 | Grade 7 - 10 (MYP)
Dear Parents, I hope you are having a wonderful week. Our classrooms are buzzing with energy as we move closer to our performance dates. Here is an update on the progress made this week: Grade 7: Concert Repertoire – Our students are working hard on their group...
by Melodee PETERS | Apr 9, 2026 | Grade 7, Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Grade 8, Grade 9, Secondary English
This week, our Grade 7 students had opportunity to practise set questions for analysing visual texts. It is surprising how they get thrown when a word is changed (e.g. visualisation to visual text). The students find it difficult to adapt to changes in wording, yet...
