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TRIMESTER 2 2018/2019
WEEK AT A GLANCE Monday TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
Boys/Girls Basketball Speech and Debate Boys/Girls Basketball Yearbook Boys/Girls Basketball
Swimming Engineering Club Latin Club Modern Dance **Creative Writing
**STUCO Robotics **Community
Service
**NHS ++Kung Fu
Duke of Edinburgh's
International Award
Music Ensemble **Chess Club Math Club Swimming
Art Studio Time **Earth Club **ISPAA ++Touch Rugby
**Engineering Club **Amnesty
International
Model United Nations
**Spectrum
Knitting 4A need ISP Dance Crew **Heart for Help
**Language Week
++ Indicates activity offered by an outside organisation – note there may be an associated fee ** Indicates Lunchtime activity
Upper School Activities 2nd Trimester November 19th 2018 – March 10th 2019
Welcome!!!The activities office welcome you back to the new school year. Once again we are pleased to present a broad and balanced range of offerings. This booklet is a summary of the first trimesters’ program. There are some terrific opportunities on offer and we urge students to get involved.
Students should sign up on the school net activities page. Although the activities trimester runs through Nov 19th to March 10th some activities have irregular schedules. For more information on these please check the description or consult with the advisor.
If you have any questions please drop into the Activities Office or contact our Activities Director Joe Monks [email protected]
BasketballMondays, Wednesdays, Fridays
Start Date: Monday November 19th .
Sign up: via myISP
Girls Head Coach: Shannon Hambleton
Boys Head Coach: Kim Bianchini [email protected]
SwimmingTraining: Please see schedule below. First week swimmers meet in reception. Following weeks please go straight to bus.Start Date: Monday November 19th . Bring: Appropriate appropriate swimwear, kickboard and fins. Swimmers should aim to swim two sessions per week Sign up: VeracrossHead Coach: Jason Bell
Basketball MON WED FRI note:
Bubble
Main Gym
JV team 3.45 - 5.30
Boys 5.00-6.30 5.00-6.30 4.15-5.15 + Girls5.15-5.45 V
Girls 3.45-5.00 3.45-5.00 3.45-4.15 V4.15-5.15 + Boys
Swimming Nov 19-Dec 11 Jan 7-Feb 9 Feb 12-Mar 8
MONDAY Vystaviste4.30 - 6.00pm
bus departure 3.45
Vystaviste4.30-6.00pm
bus departure 3.45
Vystaviste4.30-6.00pm
bus departure 3.45
FRIDAY Vystaviste4.00-5.30pm
bus departure 3.35
Vystaviste4.00-5.30pm
bus departure 3.35
Vystaviste4.00-5.30pm
bus departure 3.35
US STUCO (Upper School Student Council)Meeting Days: Monday lunch time in Rm 238The Upper Student Council (STUCO) is a student led organisation representing the student body and their opinions. The purpose of STUCO is to help organise student life at ISP, serve as a forum for student opinion, provide a channel for suggestions to the school administration, and support the student body in many ways, such as funding their personal or CAS projects. The student council is comprised of enthusiastic students, two elected representatives from each grade, in addition to elected officers (President, Secretary, head of Finance and Head if Logistics).Website: https://sites.google.com/a/isp.cz/stuco/homeAdvisors: Nina Horakova [email protected], Catherine Morrison [email protected]
Duke of Edinburgh's International Award
The International Award (also known as the Duke of Edinburgh)
The DofE can be a life-changing adventure promoting independence and organization.
Works in tandem with CAS, culminating in an overnight camping journey.
Meeting first Monday in month lunch time and when necessary. Sign Up via veracross
contact: [email protected]
Art Studio TimeMeeting Days: Mondays 3.40-4.40pm.
Start Date: Start of School yearNo sign up required this is a drop in activity
and is an opportunity for art students to hone their skills
Advisor: Christine [email protected]
Knitting for a needEvery winter here in Prague homeless people struggle in the cold or even die of hypothermia. In this club we knit gloves,
hats and scarves to help them. Knitting is a simple skill that is fun, relaxing and easy to learn. This club is for Upper and
Middle school students with no previous experience necessary. All needles and wool is provided. We meet
Mondays 3.45-4.45 in room 156. Coordinators: Ms. ELizabeth Perry and May Virk
Engineering ClubEngineering Club has meetings twice a week, every Monday lunch and Tuesdays after school in the Idea Lab. It is a student-led, collaborative club that primarily focuses on independent engineering projects. You don’t need any special experience to join - just be interested in making things.Examples are: building an augmented reality sandbox, putting together an aluminum-melting furnace and attending contests of sterling engines! Website https://sites.google.com/a/isp.cz/engineering-club/Advisor : Elizabeth Perry - [email protected]
ISP Dance CrewHey guys! We welcome all students regardless of grade level or dance experience! We mostly do dance covers based on K-pop songs but we are also open to English songs as well. Our goal is to perform during community gathering so if you’re interested in K-pop music and love dancing, come join our club! For IB Students: Creativity and Activity
When: Tuesday after school 3:40 to 4:40
Location: TBC
Email: [email protected] Koma, [email protected]
Michael
Speech and Debate
Speech and Debate meet once a week after school and are involved in competitions around the region. We participate in events hosted by the Central Eastern European Schools Association (CEESA) , the New European Speech Debate and Acting Association (NESDA) and also locally hosted events.Sign up: Upper School Bulletin
Head Advisor: Laura Bradshaw [email protected]
Modern DanceStudents will explore more advanced movement patterns based on various styles of modern dance, including modern jazz, street dance, lyrical dance etc. The whole class will be structured to include warm-up, stretching, strength building, choreography building and free dance expression. Fun movement will be complemented by an introduction to correct posture, body awareness and care. Dance students will perform for ISP students and parents. A reasonable fee for costumes might apply.Meet: Thursdays 5.10-6.10pmVenue Multi Purpose Room
Language WeekMeeting Days: Thursday lunchtimes /after school
Start Date: TBC The club works with the planning and organization of Language weekend
they meet from September to FebruarySign up via bulletin
Coordinators: Nina Horakova [email protected], Jesus Alemany [email protected] and Beata Rodlingova [email protected]
Amnesty International ClubAmnesty International is a global movement of people who campaign for a world where human rights are enjoyed by all. Through Amnesty’s detailed research and determined campaigning we help fight the abuses of human
rights worldwide. Amnesty meets once a month during lunch in Ms Fleming’s room.
Coordinator: Darja Kornijenkova [email protected]
RoboticsDays: Tuesdays and Fridays 3.40-4.40pm
Start Date: November 19th
Our Robotics Team meet twice a week after school and we send a representative group to participate in the FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Robotics Tech challengeSign up via veracrossCoordinators: Igor Popstefanija [email protected]
Derek Druce [email protected]
US Music EnsembleMeet: Tuesdays 3.45 to 5.00 ------------------------------High School Music Ensemble is your chance to make your music, improvising in the moment to say what you want to say! You need to have at least two years of playing experience or permission from the band director. If you’re more advanced in your skills, we’ll challenge you to grow further. If you’re less advanced we’ll give you space and instruction to grow as an improviser. Any instrument is welcome! Sign up online or email our Director: Lindsey Simondet
Earth Club.
Earth Club meet Tuesdays at lunch and address environmental issues such as recycling, consumerism, food
and energy issues, and organize the Earth Fair.Meet in Ms. McLain's Biology Room 241
Advisor: and Ms McLain
Community Service Club Meeting Days: Wednesday lunchtimes
Start Date: Wednesday November 21st - Blue ‘RoomCommunity Service Club is a group of service-minded
students who like to create a sense of community in ISP and in Prague. School projects may involve sponsoring events and
creating ways to acknowledge and thank our non-teaching staff. Prague projects include planning and taking homeless
walks, running clothes drives for the city's homeless people, and walking dogs at a local animal shelter. Sign up via
bulletin.Contacts: Leanne Fleming [email protected]
Lynne Evans [email protected] Madeleine Cox [email protected]
Model United NationsMeetings: Thursdays 3.40-4.40
MUN is an academic simulation of the United Nations that aims to educate participants about current events, topics in international relations, diplomacy and the United Nations agenda. Students role play countries and attempt to represent their views in formal debate of international issues. Our MUN group meets once a week after school to discuss relevant topics and to prepare for MUN conferences. Sign up via veracross from August Advisors: Dan Lamken: [email protected]
Jenny Snively: [email protected]
Latin Club. Come and learn Latin, the foundation of so many
languages and a skill that will also help you in science.Classes are in Mr Bohat’s room Wednesdays after
school. Advisor RObert Bohat [email protected]
**ChessMeeting Days: Wednesday LunchtimesStart Date: TBCCome and practice, learn and play Chess. It takes a strategic individual to come to chess club.Advisor: Dan Lamken, [email protected]
YearbookMeeting Days: Thursdays 3.40-4.40pm.
Start Date: To be confirmedAdvisor: Mike Lewis [email protected]
Get involved in the schools biggest and best
publication. Sign up via veracross
ISP Activities Association (ISPAA)Meeting Days: Thursday Lunchtimes
Start Date: November 22nd
The ISPAA is a student led organisation that helps plan, organise and keep our community and Alumni up to date on the student activities at ISP. Follow them on the ISPAA facebook page.Sign up: via bulletin
National Honor SocietyMeeting Days: Thursday Lunch. Start Date: 8 NovemberThe NHS is an International organization dedicated to the academic, personal and interpersonal growth of young individuals. Our chapter of the NHS works primarily to plan projects, raise awareness, and bridge the separate sections of our school into a cohesive and interactive community. Advisor: Karen Ercolino, [email protected]
Kung Fu Training Days: Training Days: Fridays 3.40- 4.40
beginners, 4.40-5.40 advanced in ES Gym
Start Date: August 31st
There is an associated fee with this activity,
please contact Master Quang directly for
registration
Contact: Master Quang
Math ClubThe Math Club meets Thursdays after school in
Mr. Richard’ room. Mathletes are trained to compete in the CEESA Math competition as well
as the American Math Competition. Sign up in veracross.
Coordinator: Keith Richards [email protected]
IHEART for HELPThis club focuses on advocating for refugees and
supporting related causes through; fundraisers, events and more. We work closely with CSC and will be
working with the Happy caravan project. We host a refugee awareness week and are always looking for
new projects to support our cause. Coordinators: Moira Strebel ([email protected]),
Frances McGinley ([email protected]), Cathy Shi ([email protected]), Kamilla Bobyreva ([email protected]) or Venue: Thursdays during lunchtime in Ms. Michalsky's
room every other week. Start Date: TBD
Creative Writing ClubWith a weekly prompt we will be hosting Creative
Writing competitions. Various activities, sharing of
stories and writing skills will take place during the
club. Stories can be submitted to the Falcon post,
make it to our e-book or even be used as an addition
to your resume.
Coordinator: Mariam Mansuryan [email protected]
Venue: Mr. Lamken’s Room Friday lunchtimes
**SpectrumSpectrum is a club devoted to raising awareness
about issues surrounding gender and sexuality. We
engage in advocacy within and outside ISP as well as
provide a supportive community to people in the
club. We organize events such as Ally Week, which is
held annually in the spring. The rest of the time we
will be having discussions and engaging in issues
surrounding gender and sexuality. This club is open
to anyone who’s interested. Meetings are Fridays
during lunchtime in room 235.
Please contact the student leader or the teacher
advisors with any questions. Student leader: Oz
Ercolino ([email protected])
Teacher advisors: Jennifer Michalsky
([email protected]) and Elizabeth Perry
Czech Touch Rugby - Prague GalaxyCome and join the Czech Touch Rugby team right here at ISP,
learn the skills of the game and have an opportunity to
represent CZ in the european championships.
U15 and U18 trainings Friday 6-7.30pm @ISP Field then gym
This is an externally run activity hosted at ISP. There may be
an associated fee. Please contact Paul Monteiro for
registration and more information [email protected]
Pair Up ClubMeeting days: occasional check-in meetings during lunchtime
Start Date: TBC - will be announced after WWW - during one of the
assemblies. Pair Up is a club where Upper School students are paired
with Elementary School students to help them with any type of
schoolwork while they can also play (educational) games to make
learning a fun experience. This club is a great place for the US students
to give back to the community and more importantly to have a chance to
become a “role model” that the ES student could look up to.
EVERYBODY IS WELCOME!
Opportunity for G.11 & G.12 to get CAS experiences (Service)
Sign Up - Await bulletin announcements
Coordinators: Ymy (Amy) Hoang [email protected] , Nelly Pacourkova
Advisor: Linda Caklova (ES teacher) [email protected]
If you have any questions/concerns, please don’t hesitate and contact
the coordinators
TRIMESTER 2 2018
EventLocation Dates
HS Robotics Mexico City August 13-19, 2018
MS/HS Cross-Country Moscow October 11 - 14
HS Girls Football Prague November 7 - 11
HS Boys Football Budapest November 7 - 11
HS Boys Volleyball Warsaw November 8 - 11
HS Girls Volleyball Istanbul November 8 - 11
JV Girls Volleyball Vilnius Nov 8-11th
HS Boys JV Football Baku November 15 - 18
US ISTA Theatre Festival Bucharest January 24 - 27
HS Knowledge Bowl Skopje January 31 - February 3
HS Speech and Debate Tirana February 7 - 10
HS Tech Robotics Bucharest February 7 - 10
Ghana Trip Ghana February 15 - 25
MS/HS Swim Meet Budapest February 28 - March 3
HS Boys Basketball JV Bratislava Feb 28 - Mar 3
HS Boys Basketball Sofia March 6 - 10
HS Girls Basketball Bucharest March 6 - 10
HS JV Girls Basketball Prague March 7 - 10
HS NESDA Prague March 22-24
HS Math Vilnius April 25 - 28
HS Combined Choir/Band Bucharest May 8 - 12
HS Girls Softball Moscow May 16 - 19
HS Boys Tennis Bucharest May 16 - 19
HS Girls Tennis Zagreb May 16 - 19
HS Boys Softball Sofia May 23 - 26
MAJOR TRIPS AND PERFORMANCES.Students it is important that you manage your time well and plan your activities accordingly. Do not
commit to activities if you cannot meet their required attendance procedures. A student will be allowed to be involved in tournaments or activities away from school twice in a
semester. An appeal for an exception must be made to the principal and activity director. Please use the dates below to plan your year
