March 2024

Newsletter
Note from the Heads,

Spring is in the air, and with it, the Coffee Corner! (The first scheduled
anticipation of a bright new future at BISC! Corner will be Friday, April 12th, at
With the sale of our school this past 2:30 pm.)
February, our students and staff are
imagining a rekindling of many of the lost
Please learn more in this Newsletter
traditions and activities of the BISC we
about the happenings at BISC as shared
knew and loved. Our new owners, Justyna
by our Primary and Secondary
and Dominik are busy exploring every
Coordinators, our Head of Polish School,
possibility, every challenge, every situation
and our dear Ms. Lee, Coordinator of
which needs a fresh idea, a shift in policy,
Korean Students. Having
or simply more communication and
feedback to bring about an illuminating and completed an eventful Literacy Week,
viable solution. There is a tangible Secondary Spring Sports Day, and
atmosphere of hope and expectation of Spring Egg Hunts, there is much to
better days ahead. read about!

Lastly, we ask that you mark our first

On Thursday, March 21st, thirty- OPEN DAY on your calendars. On
four parents attended a “Town Hall” Saturday, April 20th, between 10 am
meeting where parents heard a and 2 pm, our campus will be visited by
point-by-point presentation of our new both current and prospective parents,
owners, Justyna and Dominik, sharing
students, teachers, and specialists,
many of their hopes and current plans.
plus invited guests! Several local INSIDE THIS ISSUE
The new Acting Head and Acting Deputy
universities will be available to field Head of School ................1
Head of school were introduced. Parents
questions from prospective upper school
had the opportunity to ask many Head of Polish School.....2
students, while all children will be
questions; many excellent suggestions Primary Coordinator.......2
treated to a morning of indoor and
and requests were put forth by parents. Secondary Coordinator...3
outdoor games and learning activities
Discussion topics included: catering
designed by our BISC teaching staff. Local Korean Coordinator........4
options, broader language choices, internal
and external sports programs, greater companies and businesses are also being
extra-curricular choices, upcoming school invited to better get to know our campus
and our staff. Complimentary snacks and IMPORTANT DATES
events, a parent-teacher
association, a career fair, and refreshments will be served, prior to 25th March - 07 April -
International Day, now scheduled for May another opportunity to meet and talk Easter Break
27th. (12:30 pm) with our energetic new owners,
Justyna and Dominik. We hope to see YOU 20th April - Open Day
Further, we canvassed the and your family there!
parents present at the meeting to set a 22nd April - Earth Day
time and date for Coffee Corner, a
monthly hour where parents can meet With heartfelt thanks for new beginnings, 30th April - Spelling Bee
with both Heads to share concerns and Round 1
clarify plans. Our owners hope to be
present for the first three months of Paul & Magda
 HEAD OF THE POLISH SCHOOL
Drodzy Uczniowie,
ubiegły miesiąc obfitował w różne Udało nam się uzbierać kwotę 304,83 zł,
wydarzenia szkolne. Początkiem marca która zostanie przelana na konto fundacyjne
ogłosiłam wyniki konkursu na chłopca. W tym miejscu chciałam
najpiękniejszą walentynkę napisaną w podziękować nie tylko Wam, ale także
języku angielskim. W klasach 1-3 pierwsze Waszym Rodzicom za zaangażowanie!
miejsce zajęła Liliana Nowak, zaś w
Również nadchodzący miesiąc będzie stał
kategorii wiekowej klasy 4-8 zwyciężczynią
okazała się Hania Jałoszewska. Wyróżnienia konkursami. 16 kwietnia odbędzie się
natomiast zostały przyznane Mikołajowi konkurs mitologiczny dla klas 4-8.
Sobieszkowi i Elenie Nowak. Wszystkim Otrzymaliście już materiały, z których należy
nagrodzonym serdecznie gratuluję! się przygotować. Mam nadzieję, że czas
spędzony na zgłębianiu przygód Herkulesa
20 marca odbył się także „Bake sale”, czy powstaniu świata nie będzie czasem
podczas którego sprzedawaliśmy straconym!
przyniesione przez siebie łakocie. Cel był
szczytny, bowiem zbieraliśmy na leczenie i Korzystając z okazji życzę Wam spokojnych,
rehabilitację dwuletniego Kuby Solorza, zdrowych i rodzinnych świąt Wielkanocnych.
który cierpi m.in. na dziecięce porażenie Niech zajączek okaże się hojny i przyniesie
mózgowe. Wam to, co sobie wymarzyliście, a śmigus-
dyngus nie będzie zbyt mokry dla
dziewczynek.

Anna Łoboziak

Dyrektor Szkoły

IPORTANT NOTICES PRIMARY COORDINATOR

OF UPCOMING EVENTS Scavengers Assemble! Wednesday saw our
Dear Parents and guardians,
1. School reopens for students students use their reading skills to solve
on Monday 8th April This year is flying by so quickly! It is already clues and find 20 books hidden around the
Easter time! From Easter egg hunts to a school!
2. The weather is changing wonderful book week, we have had an
once again! So, as we had Dioramas galore! Our students showcased
amazing few weeks in Primary!
towards the warmer their fantastic art and craft skills to design
weather, please ensure that This newsletter from me will focus on our and make dioramas from their favourite
your child has a bottle of wonderful book week, every day there was books!
water to keep them different activity to celebrate the world of
Friday feeling! We rounded off our Book
hydrated throughout the books. On the Monday, our students
day Week with a mufti-day with children
experienced storytelling in different
dressed as Hogwarts students, unicorns,
languages; Korean, German, English, Latin,
3. 22nd April – We will be witches and even an inflatable dinosaur! It
celebrating Earth Day: Spanish, Polish and Ukrainian!
was truly a wonderful and enjoyable week
more information to follow On Tuesday, children were challenged to for both students and staff!
in the coming weeks!
Drop Everything And Read! I can speak on Please enjoy the photo collage of the
4. 30th April – Our annual behalf of Year 6, who loved this activity and Primary Book Week on the last page!
Primary Spelling Bee were eagerly waiting for the next DEAR
begins with the Round 1 alarm to sound! Also Years 1-5 had the I hope you have a well-earned and restful
words given to all students! opportunity to be read to by our secondary Easter break! As always, thank you for your
students and some were even brave continued support, it is truly appreciated!
enough to read back! Kind regrds,
Ms Zoe
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 SECONDARY COORDINATOR
BISC WROCLAW Beyond the thrill of victory, Sports Day
Sports Day highlighted the importance of staying
BISC was founded in September of 1995 by four
educationalists to provide a top-quality British Sports Day at BISC on the 20th of March active and healthy. Engaging in sports
education for the international community of was a vibrant celebration of unity students and promotes physical fitness, instills
Kraków. Following an invitation from Wrocław
teachers. With four spirited teams – Phoenix, discipline, and teaches valuable life skills
city hall, the school opened its second site in the
Lupus, Pegasus, and Cygnus – the campus such as perseverance and resilience.
leafy district of Krzyki, a few short minutes by
Moreover, it offers a welcome break from
public transport from the historic centre of buzzed with excitement under the warm,
academic pressures, allowing students to
Wrocław.
sunny sky.
recharge both mentally and physically.
BISC Wrocław has grown considerably since it The event wasn't just about competition; it was
began in 2006 and educates students from
a testament to the significance of sports Most importantly, Sports Day served as a
reminder that success is not solely
different countries between the age of 5 and 18.
in fostering unity and teamwork among
The school has continued to develop its students. Regardless of their individual determined by individual achievement but by
curriculum and reflects modern educational
talents or backgrounds, all participants collective effort. Whether they were
trends from the UK, delivering the Cambridge crossing the finish line first or cheering
were united by the shared goal of
International Programme in Primary and Lower from the sidelines, every participant
representing their teams with pride. From
Secondary. Our secondary students sit IGCSE, AS
played a crucial role in making the event a
and A-Level examinations and progress to the youngest to the oldest, everyone was success. Together, they demonstrated that
universities and colleges across the globe.
involved, demonstrating the inclusive nature of when people come together with a
BISC Wrocław is a full member of the European sports. common purpose, they can achieve great
Council of International Schools (ECIS) and is fully
The day was filled with a variety of games and things!
accredited to offer external examinations from
Cambridge International (CIE). activities, ranging from classic relay races to
In conclusion, Sports Day at BISC was more
more unconventional challenges, ensuring
than just a series of games; it was a
that there was something for everyone.
celebration of unity, teamwork, and the joy
Students showcased not only their physical of physical activity. By bringing
prowess but also their sportsmanship, students together in the spirit of friendly
cheering on their teammates and competition, the event underscored the
opponents alike. invaluable role that sports play in
promoting a sense of belonging and
fostering bonds that extend far
beyond the field or track.

Literacy Week

At the British International School of The week's surprise was Storytelling Day,
Wroclaw, a week-long celebration of with a secret guest Mr. Idemili Chinonso, a
literacy unfolded, captivating students with the professional storyteller whose captivating
enchantment of storytelling and the magic of narratives held students spellbound. . As
literature. From March 4th to March 8th, the tales unfolded, imaginations soared,
campus came alive with the vibrant energy underscoring the timeless allure of storytelling
of Literary Week, a testament to the as a means of communication and connection.
school's commitment to fostering a deep
love for reading and learning! In today's fast-paced world, the importance of
reading cannot be overstated. Beyond its role
At the heart of Literacy Week was the aim to in academic success, reading cultivates
cultivate a love for reading. Each day began empathy, expands horizons, and nurtures
with a "Drop Everything and Read" (DEAR) critical thinking skills essential for navigating an
session, encouraging tudents to immerse increasingly complex society. It is through
themselves in the magic of books. books that we discover new worlds, explore
On Tuesday, the school resonated with laughter diverse perspectives, and form the principles
and joy during Buddy Reading Day, as secondary that shape our lives.
students shared stories with their primary
counterparts, fostering a sense of mentorship. As we reflect on the enriching experiences of
Wednesday was Favorite Character Day, where Literacy Week, let us embrace the
students had the chance to dress up as their transformative power of reading, recognizing it
favorite literary characters. The following day not only as a fundamental academic skill but
was dedicated to poetry, with students also as a source of joy, enlightenment, and
eloquently reciting timeless verses that stirred lifelong learning
the soul and showcased the power of language Ms Maryna
3 to evoke emotion and inspire thought.
 KOREAN COORDINATOR
안녕하세요. 2024년 3월부터 학교 소식을 한국 부모님들과 뉴스레터와 반대표님들과의 카톡방을 통해 소통하게
되어 기쁘게 생각합니다. 각 반대표님들께서 학교 발전을 위한 의견 수렴과 그린캠프 참가자 인원을 알려 주셔서
감사합니다.

3월 한 달 동안 초등부 Year 1&2, Year 3, Year 4 trips 그리고 중고등부에서 있었던 프랑스어, 독일어 연극,
Literacy week, Book week, Secondary Sports Day, Primary and Secondary Easter egg Hunts, Awards Assembly,
Year 10 trip 활동과 함께, 새 오너들과 교사진들은 교육과 학교를 바로 세워 가는데 논의하며 중요한 시간을 보냈
습니다. 다음 내용들을 숙지하시고, 많은 관심과 협조 부탁드립니다.

IGCSE, AS/A-level시험 준비를 위해 시험 비용 납부(3월 26일까지 완료)와 아래와 같이 진행될

Study Break 기간동안 지침을 알려드립니다.

<Y12/13>
1. 해당 과목 교사는 학생들에게 팀 채널로 과목별 상담, 질의 시간(최소 1주일에 각각 1회씩)을 공지 (4월
15일부터 시작됨)

2. 자율 학습 공간 확보: 월, 수요일 10시~ 3:30에 Economic 교실, 목, 금요일에 한국어 교실을 개방합니다.
수업 전 기다리며 자율 학습할 수 있는 공간입니다.

<Year 11>
1. 11학년 학생들에게 정규수업은 6월까지 제공되며, 이 기간 동안에는 교복대신 평상복을 허용합니다.

BISC Wroclaw 2. IGCSE Art & Design Consultation

3월 22일 12:00~2;00 ECA
53-134 Wrocław 3월 27일 11:00~ 14:00
al. Akacjowa 10/12,
4월 03일 11:00~ 14:00
<Bake Sale>
1. 폴란드 학교에서 진행한 Bake Sale(EKOSTRAŻ DONATION)로 보아진 판매 수익금은 유기 동물 돕기에 사용
https://bisc.wroclaw.pl 됩니다.
2. 중고등부 학생들이 진행한 Bake Sale 수익금 50%는 학생회 회비로, 50%는 반학생들을 위한 Trip조직 시 활
School secretary
용됩니다.
office@bisc.wroclaw.pl
3. 내년 학사연도에는 각 반에서 Bake Sale은 한 달에 한 번만 진행되도록 오너들과 의논했습니다.
School Administration
< Town Meeting 21/03>
kszymczak@bisc.wroclaw.pl
1. Coffee Corner: 학부모님들 초대 4월12일 (금) 14:30~15:30
Head of School 2. Open Day: 4월 20일 (토) 10:00 14:00, BISC Wroclaw 향후 계획 및 상호작용 수업 및 활동 체험, 캠브리
head@bisc.wroclaw.pl 지 커리큘럼 소개, 대학 설명회, BISC tour가 진행됩니다. BISC 학생, 학부모뿐만 아니라 BISC Wroclaw에 관심이
있거나 입학을 희망하는 학생, 친구, 회사 관계자들을 학교로 초대합니다.
3. International Day(5월 27일): 부모님들의 협조를 부탁드립니다. Survey 자료는 on-line으로도 4월 12일
까지 보내 주세요. head@bisc.wroclaw.pl
4. 소셜미디어로 학교 홍보 체제 구축과 자문 진행 중
5. 교사진 충원 및 내년 학사연도 교장 채용 과정 중
6. 점심 캐터링 제안
7. 학교 앞 횡단보도 설치, 학교시설 개선을 위해 새 오너들은 브로츠와프 시와 협의중
8. 새 오너들께서는 주 3~4일 학교에 출근

<기타>
1. 2024.2025 학사를 재학 여부에 관한 설문조사지(Academic Year 2024/2025)를 4월 12일까지Ms.
Klaudia에게 제출하시고, 담임과 한국인 반대표님들께도 새 학기에 재학 여부를 알려 주시기 바랍니다.
2. 교사들은 Yearbook 사진을 4월 8일까지 업로드할 것이고, 이혜승 선생님과 10학년의 이지호 학생
이 Yearbook을 준비할 계획입니다.
3. 과학 실험 도구, 미술 재료, 체육 물품 보완 및 구입과 내년 학사에 필요한 학교 비품, 교과서 목록 4월
말까지 수집 중.
4. 학교명 British International School Wroclaw 학교장 메일 주소: head@bisc.wroclaw.pl
5. 그린캠프: 학교 체육 교사가 캠프를 조직하고, 학교 사무원 Mr. Maciej에게 신청서를 제출하고 비용의
50%를 납부합니다. (4월 15일까지 완료)
6. 올 해 6월까지 귀임 서류의 양식과 학교 로고는 기존대로 유지됩니다.
가족과 함께 즐겁고 평안한 부활 연휴 보낸 후 4월 8일 건강한 모습으로 학교에서 다시 뵙기를 고대합니다.
이해성, 이혜승
Haesung Lee and Hyeseung Lee
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