STMARKS NEWSLETTER 22 (16 MAY 2025)
SCHOOL OPEN DAY 2025
On Monday, May 12, we warmly welcomed prospective parents to our Open Day, offering them an insightful glimpse into our unique educational approach. The event commenced with a brief session where our school manager introduced our diverse programs, the range of subjects we offer, and our holistic learning philosophy.
Following the introduction, guests embarked on a guided tour of our campus, exploring our state-of-the-art classrooms and dynamic learning environments. This firsthand experience allowed visitors to witness the vibrant atmosphere that defines our school community.
A highlight of the day was the interactive demonstrations by our students, showcasing their proficiency in Mathematics and English through engaging activities. Observing our students' confidence and enthusiasm in applying their knowledge was truly inspiring, and the positive feedback from our guests was a testament to their hard work and dedication.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to all who attended and contributed to making the day a resounding success. Your presence and support are greatly appreciated.
SHOWCASE Y3 MUSIC
On Friday, 2 May our Year 3 students held a special music showcase to present what they have been practicing during their music classes. The performance was a celebration of their hard work, teamwork, and growing musical skills.
The showcase featured a variety of traditional pieces, highlighting the students’ ability to play different instruments and work together as an ensemble. The program included:
Kim Songs: Lao Long Nan and Font Ngew
Percussion Songs: Royal Anthem and Teuy Kong
Angklung Song: Buzen Sok
Parents enjoyed seeing the students perform with confidence and enthusiasm. Each student demonstrated great focus and rhythm, showing how much they’ve learned over the term.
SHOWCASE Y4 MANDARIN
Our Year 4 Mandarin students had the opportunity to present their speaking skills in front of their parents, teachers, and classmates.
As part of the showcase, a series of pictures was shown on the board. Students worked in pairs or small groups to create a short dialogue or story based on the images. Each group took turns presenting their story in Mandarin, using vocabulary and sentence structures they had learned in class.
The activity allowed students to practice speaking clearly, using correct tones, and expressing ideas in Mandarin. It was also a fun and creative way for them to build confidence in using the language in front of an audience.
SHOWCASE Y2 ENGLISH
Our Year 2 students proudly shared what they have been learning in their English class through a Poetry Showcase.
The students began by introducing the different types of poems they had explored, including:
Acrostic Poems
Diamante Poems
Haiku Poems
Cinquain Poems
Rhyming Poems (AABB)
List Poems with Onomatopoeia
Each student then took turns reciting their own acrostic poem, which they practiced in class. They spoke with confidence and expression, showing their growing skills in English and performing poetry.
To close the showcase, the whole class came together to perform a group poem titled "I Am a Tree." It was a wonderful way to end the presentation, highlighting teamwork and their shared love of language.
SHOWCASE Y4 MATHS:
Our Year 4 students took the lead in a special Maths Showcase, where they demonstrated how they solve word problems using different strategies.
During the session, students explained various approaches to understanding and solving word problems, such as using bar models. They showed confidence as they walked the audience through each method and explained their thinking clearly.
To make the session more interactive, students also invited the parents to join in a hands-on activity. They handed out word problems and challenged the parents to solve them using one of the strategies presented. It was a fun and meaningful way to show how maths can be both practical and enjoyable.
The showcase gave parents a better understanding of how maths is taught in class and how students learn to think critically and solve problems in different ways.
SHOWCASE Y1 SCIENCE
Our Year 1 students presented what they have been learning in their Science class about the water cycle. It was a fun and informative session where students explained the stages of the water cycle—evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection—and why it is important to life on Earth.
To demonstrate their understanding, the students performed a live experiment showing condensation and evaporation. They poured hot water into a bowl, covered it with cling wrap, and placed ice on top. Everyone watched as water droplets began to form under the cling wrap—just like how clouds form in the sky!
The students also talked about water safety, focusing on water vortexes. To show how a vortex works, they created one using two plastic bottles connected together, with water and food dye inside. When they flipped and swirled the bottles, a small vortex formed—just like a mini tornado in water. They explained how vortexes can be dangerous in real life, especially in deep water.
We are so proud of our Year 1 students for explaining science concepts clearly and presenting their experiments with excitement.
SPRC-CALTEX BADMINTON CHAMPIONSHIPS 2025
We are proud to share that one of our students, Chonnada from Y4, participated in the SPRC-CALTEX Badminton Championships 2025, held from May 2 to 8 at the Rayong Central Sports Stadium, Mueang District, Rayong Province.
Competing in the Girls' Doubles, Under-13 Category, she performed with great skill and determination throughout the tournament. Her efforts were rewarded with an impressive result —
🥉 Second Runner-Up (3rd Place)!
The competition at Level 2 was tough, with many talented young players from across the region. Chonnada achievement is a reflection of her hard work, sportsmanship, and dedication to the sport.
Congratulations on this fantastic accomplishment! We’re incredibly proud of you and look forward to seeing your continued success in future competitions.
TAEKWONDO TRIUMPH
We are thrilled to share some fantastic news from our student community. Three of our dedicated students—Natphasith Y3, Namon Y5, and Sarinruecha Y6 —have successfully passed their Taekwondo promotion exam!
Students have attained their new belt grades in accordance with the official rules and regulations recognized by KUKKIWON, the World Taekwondo Headquarters in South Korea.
Achieving a new belt is no small feat—it represents discipline, perseverance, respect, and physical skill. These students have worked hard in their training and demonstrated commitment in practice and during the examination.
Please join us in congratulating Natphasith, Sarinruecha, and Namon on their achievement. We are proud of your success and can’t wait to see how far your martial arts journey takes you!
HEALTH CORNER
