International Bilingual School of Provence
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IBS CAS Council
In this year’s CAS council, the members include Adela, Adelaide, Anthony, Cecil, Étienne, Florian, Ruggero, Lily, Maxence, Apolline, Amelie, Axel, Theo and Charles. This year’s President is Adela and the Vice president is Adelaide.
CAS council is a group of DP1 (1ère) students who help to organise and plan school events. Examples of these school events could be fundraisers or this year’s Halloween event. The CAS council is an extremely good portrayal of the importance of teamwork in IBS. All the members are working together all the time in order to give the rest of the school great opportunities and fun times. Even though the CAS council is organised by the students, Ms Rimpault, the CAS supervisor, still has a say in what happens, to make sure everything is in order.
Even though the CAS council team is restricted to around 15 members, other students are still able to help them out. For example, students have been asked to help the CAS council organise the Halloween event for the school. When new events are in the midst of happening, you can always ask the president or vice president if there’s anything you can help with, which could be a CAS experience for you as well! Having a student council offers several benefits, such as promoting leadership skills among students, fostering a sense of responsibility and civic engagement, enhancing communication and teamwork abilities, providing a platform for student voice and representation, organising school events and activities, and creating a positive school culture. Student councils empower students to actively participate in the decision-making process, leading to a more inclusive and supportive school environment.
By Imogen Seaward, IBS Student
Writing Week for CM2
The Writing Week took place from 2 to 9 October 2023.
Pupils in the CM2 Pagnol class took part in the competition for the most beautiful handwritten text on the theme of “Achievement“, the aim being to share emotions and memories in writing.
A pre-selection jury, made up of members of writing associations, will determine the best texts, which will be read during the final selection. The jury will then meet in November to select 10 winners in each age category from the shortlisted entries.
The selection will be based on the following criteria, although the jury’s assessment will be subjective:
- Consistency with the competition theme
- Compliance with the guidelines set out in the competition description
- The originality of the work submitted.
The finalists will be chosen from among the entrants who meet all the conditions set out in the rules and who have sent their text before midnight on 11 October.
Prizes
- The 1st in each category will receive 3 brand-name fountain pens and a gift of writing products.
- The 2nd place winner will receive 2 brand-name fountain pens and a supply of writing instruments.
- The 3rd place winner will receive 1 brand-name fountain pen and a gift of writing products.
- All the winners, from 1st to 10th in each category, will each receive a gift of writing products.
Our values
- Supporting the learning of handwriting at school.
- Promote handwriting
- Rediscover the joy of sending and receiving letters and postcards.
Aurélia Kalvas
Teacher of CM2 PAGNOL
Coffee Mornings
Dear Parents, Chers Parents,
We have the pleasure to invite you to the upcoming Parent Coffee Welcome events which will be held on the dates below.
Nous avons le plaisir de vous inviter à nos Cafés Rencontres qui se tiendront aux dates ci-dessous.
We look forward to welcoming you!
Maternelles (PL, PS, MS, GS) : Tuesday, Sept. 5th at 8:30am
Primary (CP, CE1, CE2, CM1, CM2) : Wednesday, Sept. 6th at 8:30am
6ème : Thursday, Sept. 7th at 8:30am
5ème : Friday, Sept. 8th at 8:30am
4ème : Tuesday, Sept. 12th at 8:30am
3ème (Pre-IB & IBS) : Thursday, Sept. 14th at 8:30am
1ère (DP1 & FR) : Wednesday, Sept. 13th at 8:30am
2nde (Pre-IB & IBS) : Monday, Sept. 11th at 8:30am
Terminale (DP2 & FR) : Friday, Sept. 15th at 8:30am
IBS Summer Camp 2023
The IBS of Provence Summer Camps offer an incredible opportunity for students to immerse themselves in a multicultural and multilingual environment, while having fun and building new skills. Our camps are designed to cater to a wide range of interests and ages, and we offer a variety of activities, including sports, arts and crafts, music, drama, and more.
Our experienced and dedicated staff are committed to helping each and every student achieve their personal and academic goals. Whether their focus is on improving their language skills, developing their artistic abilities, or simply making new friends, we provide the support and guidance they need to succeed. Our programs are designed to be both challenging and enjoyable, giving students the chance to learn and grow in a safe and nurturing environment.
In addition to our diverse range of activities, we also offer comfortable and well-equipped boarding facilities for overnight students. Our boarding house provides a welcoming and secure home away from home, with spacious and comfortable rooms, healthy and delicious meals, and a wide variety of recreational activities.
At the IBS of Provence Summer Camps, we believe that learning should be fun, and that new experiences help to broaden horizons and foster personal growth. That’s why we strive to provide a rich and rewarding experience that will stay with our students for years to come. Whether you’re from the local area or visiting from afar, we welcome you to join us for a summer of adventure, learning and fun.
Dates : June 26 to August 25 2023
Fee : from 590€ for day students, and from 930€ for boarders
For more information, visit our website at www.ibsofprovence-camps.com.
Global Perspective week at IBS Primary
On Monday 5 June, a field trip was organised for the CE2 classes.
The aim of the visit was to learn about permaculture and organic market gardening.
On the farm, the children harvested and weighed the vegetables. They planted, weeded and even tasted the strawberries.
We went home with herbs and baskets of organic vegetables. The sun shone and the strawberries were delicious.
– On Thursday morning, Geoffroy, the canteen chef, spoke on the subject of waste.
– On Friday, the IBS cooks prepared a ‘mega aperitif’ for the CE2s using vegetables from our baskets. Thanks to the whole team from the teachers of the CE2 classes. The children really enjoyed themselves !!!!!
Here’s the recipe:
– Courgettes sautéed in olive oil.
– Fried aubergines.
– Beans with parsley
– Raw and steamed broad beans.
– Sliced fennel with lemon
– Green salad
– Sliced cucumbers.
Nizar El Bejaoui
CE2 – CM2 Teacher / coordinator.
