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Summer School Brochure 2008

SUMMER SCHOOL 2008
INTERNATIONAL SECTION COURSES

Introduction

The Korean International School’s Summer School 2008 offers a range of exciting academic and recreational courses for students aged 4-16. All courses will be taught in English, except for the designated foreign language courses.

Our Summer School courses will provide students with an excellent opportunity to further develop their English language skills through being immersed in an English speaking environment. English as a Second Language (ESL) lessons will also be available to those students who need extra support and assistance in developing their English language skills.


General Information

Summer School 2008 will run for four weeks in July. Classes will be held from 9.00 am – 12.00 noon. Applicants may choose to enrol for 1, 2, 3 or 4 weeks.

Courses are filled on a first come first served basis. Some courses fill up very quickly and late applications may be unsuccessful. The deadline for enrolment is June 20, 2008.

A late fee of $100 will apply for applications which are received after this deadline.

Fees

Total fees for 4 weeks:

$5,050

We also offer special Early Bird Discounts for applications received before June 6th.

Applications Received Before June 6th

 

Starting from Week 1

Starting from Week 2

Starting from Week 3

Starting from Week 4

1 Week

$800

$1,300

$1,300

$1,300

2 Weeks

$2,100

$2,600

$2,600

 

3 Weeks

$3,400

$3,900

 

 

4 Weeks

$4,700

 

 

 


Applications Received After June 6th

 

Starting from Week 1

Starting from Week 2

Starting from Week 3

Starting from Week 4

1 Week

$850

$1,400

$1,400

$1,400

2 Weeks

$2,250

$2,800

$2,800

 

3 Weeks

$3,650

$4,200

 

 

4 Weeks

$5,050

 

 

 

Please make cheques payable to "Korean International School".

Refunds

No refunds will be given for non-attendance or school closure due to severe weather conditions.

Confirmations

Course enrolment confirmations will be sent out by mail in late June. Students will also receive a Summer School information pack.

Supervision

The Summer School hours are from 9.00-12.00 noon. Students should arrive at school after 8.45am and be picked up by 12.15pm. Adult supervision will not be provided before or after these times.

School Bus Service

Please apply directly to the Bus Company. (See application forms for details.)

Course Tables

Primary Courses 3 hours

Grade

Course

Age

Time

K1

Kindergarten Fun

4

9:00-12:00

K2

Kindergarten Fun

5

9:00-12:00

Yr1

Fairytales

6-7

9:00-12:00

Yr2

Superheros!

7-8

9:00-12:00

Yr3

Survival in the wild

8-9

9:00-12:00

Yr4

Aussie! Aussie! Aussie!

9-10

9:00-12:00

Yr5

Pirates, Prisoners and Plunder!

10-11

9:00-12:00

Yr6

The Environment

11-12

9:00-12:00


Secondary Courses 1.5 hours

Course

Age

Time

English Writing Workshop

12-16

9:00-10:30

Study English with Films and Screenplays

12-16

9:00-10:30

English Magazine

12-16

10:30-12:00

Study Mathematics With ICT

12-16

10:30-12:00

English as a Second Language (ESL) Provision

For Year 1-6 students, special ESL support lessons will be provided for those students who have never really studied in an all English environment before. Students who feel less confident about communicating in English will attend specialized ESL lessons during the language components of the course and then join their peers for the recreational activities.

Please be sure to tick the relevant box on the application form so that your child can receive this special ESL assistance if necessary.

Course Descriptions

Kindergarten 1

Kindergarten Summer Fun

Time

9:00-12:00

Age

4

Weeks

1,2,3,4

Through a series of fun and interactive pictographs, the Kindergarten children will learn to recognize the sounds and shapes of the letters of the alphabet. Each day they will follow the Letterland Programme and participate in the activities associated with the letter of the day. These fun activities include art, music/movement, pencil skills, storytime and imaginative play. They will develop their fine and gross motor skills, social skills and have fun learning basic English language skills. Students will also learn some basic Mandarin and participate in some organized games.


Kindergarten 2

Kindergarten Summer Fun

Time

9:00-12:00

Age

5

Weeks

1,2,3,4

A fantastic and fun way to ease your way into big school! Our 4 week programme helps to build your child’s confidence and their fine and gross motor skills. We will do this through language games, arts and crafts and lots of exciting activities! We will be focusing on a theme a week, so there will be plenty of different things to be learnt! Students will also learn some Mandarin and participate in sports and games.


Year 1

Fairytales

Time

9:00-12:00

Age

6-7

Weeks

1,2,3,4

Students will study and look at various well-known fairytales through reading, role-play, writing and craft. Thay will step into the lives of characters, and will explore similarities and differences in typical fairytale patterns, themes and settings.

Towards the end of the course, pupils will be introduced to various cultural interpretations and versions of Cinderella, which will encourage them to adopt alternate perspective as readers.

Students will also get to play sports and games, practise their Mandarin and enjoy some interesting arts and crafts, computer and music oriented activities.


Year 2

Superheros!

Time

9:00-12:00

Age

7-8

Weeks

1,2,3,4

It's going to be a Blockbuster Summer at K.I.S.! With all the superhero movies already out and coming soon to theatreslike Superman, Spider-Man, Iron Man, Batman, andthe Incredible Hulk, don't you think its time to join the legion of supers?Lear to read, write and speak English in an adventerous way. Students will accquire the language and skills needed to making their own blockbuster superhero. In addition to creating their own superhero, students will also make a comic book, design a movie poster, and enjoy dramatic play.

This course will feature stories about the past and present, what could happen in the future, and even a few legends from long ago. Students will listen to, read, write and talk about these stories as well as their own past and present experiences and possible futures.

Students in this course will also have the opportunity to explore their creative side in music and art, play some sports and games and learn some Mandarin.


Year 3

Survival in the wild

Time

9:00-12:00

Age

8-9

Weeks

1,2,3,4

Did you ever wonder what you would do if you were stranded on a deserted island? What would you eat? Where would you go? What about wild animals?How would you entertain yourself?

Students will challenge their adventurous sides while they explore exciting stories of human and animal survival, learn orienteering, practice outdoor safety and create their own survival narratives. Who knew that Science, Literacy, Math and Geography would be the keys to surviving the great outdoors? It is gauaranteed to be a "wild" time.

Besides the literary focus, students will have fun playing sports and games,explore their musical talents, create beautiful works of art, improve their computer skills, and brush up their Mandarin speaking skills.


Year 4

Aussie! Aussie! Aussie!

Time

9:00-12:00

Age

9-10

Weeks

1,2,3,4

Their are some animals that are best avoided in Australia. Is the Possum one of them? The Koala? the killer 'Roo? The Salt water Crocodile? The Dropping Bear? The answer may not be the most obvious choice.

Do you know what a didgeridoo is? A boomerang ora witchetty grub? Go back in time and learnabout some of the magic of the indigenous people of Australia. Find out which aboriginal words have been adopted into Australian English.

Follow Blinky Bill, Wombo and Slodge on their outback adventures while learning about nature and conservation. If you've ever wanted to go to Australia or you are facinated by Australian animals, come and join us!

Students in this course will also have the opportunity to brush up their Mandarin language skills, enjoy some music and drama activities and play some exciting sports and games.


Year 5

Pirates, Prisoners and Plunder!

Time

9:00-12:00

Age

10-11

Weeks

1,2,3,4

Have you ever wondered.....

  • what is a 'cat o' nine tails', 'powder monkey' or 'slop'?

  • how to read a compass?

  • what the symbol on pirate flags stand for?

  • how to make hard tack?

Everything you've ever wanted to know about pirates and morel! Students will explore this facinating subject through English, History, Geography, Art, Drama, and music activities.

Besides the academic focus, students will enjoy participating in sports, games and swimming. They will be able to express their creative talents through arts and crafts, computers, music and drama. Some Mandarin lessons will also be provided.

 


Year 6

The Environment: Caring for Our Planet

Time

9:00-12:00

Age

11-12

Weeks

1,2,3,4

Global warming and pollution are topics that everyone is talking about. Let’s explore the world and the problems that pollution has caused.How can we help stop or reduce pollution in Hong Kong and around the world?Local and global evidence of deterioration of our living space will be presented. Students will better understand the different factors interacting with the environment. Our young investigators will follow the scientific method to analize these environmental problems to find practical solutions for them.

Students in this course will also fun arts and craft, drama games, music appreciation, sports, computer, study some Mandarin and even get to do some swimming!

Secondary Courses (2 x 1.5 hour sessions)

Session 1: 9.00-10.30 am
Session 2: 10.30-12.00 noon

Applicants should choose two of the following courses to study as a weekly programme.

A second choice for each session must be provided incase the first choice is unavailable

Week 1

Session 1:9.00 -10.30 am

Session 2

10.30-12.00 noon

1st choice

ESL writing Workshop

1st choice

Study Math with ICT

2nd Choice

Study English with Films and Screenplays

2nd Choice

English Magazine

 

ESL Writing Workshops

Time

9:00-10:30
or
10:30-12:00

Age

12-16

Weeks

1,2,3,4

Students will learn about a variety of different writing genres in this course. Each week of the course will be dedicated to a particular genre of writing such as stories, essays and feature articles just to name a few.

 


Study English with Films and Screenplays

Time

9:00-10:30

Age

12-16

Weeks

1,2,3,4

Students joining this course will read the screenplays of some selected television sitcoms and films. Besides learning a lot of new vocabulary in an enjoyable and meaningful context, students will also have the chance to improve their spoken English through role-playing and acting out some of the scripts.

After viewing, students will be expected to share their personal responses to the films and sitcoms and discuss the relevant themes and issues. Students will develop their reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in this course.

 

English Magazine

Time

10:30-12:00

Age

12-16

Weeks

1,2,3,4

Students will be involved in creating a summer school magazine which will showcase the students' writing from the course. This is a great opportunity for students to improve their English writing skills and participate in a creative project.


Study Mathematics with ICT

Time

10:30-12:00

Age

12-16

Weeks

1,2,3,4

This course is suitable for those students who lack confidence in Mathematics or who underachieve in the subject. The course is designed to give students a boost and help change their attitudes towards the subject.

Students will collect interesting mathematical information by direct measurement or through Internet searches. Tables and graphs will be produced with ICT to compare this information and to come up with a tool to predict the outcome of other similar situations. Some interesting, interactive on-line tutorials will also supplement the course.


Severe Weather

When severe weather is in effect, please listen to the radio or watch the television for the latest details in regard to the weather warning issued by the Hong Kong Observatory and the school closure announcements made by the Hong Kong Education and Manpower Bureau (Tel: 2891-0088).

In the event of school closure or early dismissal due to severe weather, KIS will make the appropriate announcement on our school website within a reasonable time. Please check the information about school closure procedures on our website at www.kis.edu.hk.


If you have any questions concerning the Summer School courses, please contact the school at 2569-5500.

Primary Application Form

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School Bus Service Form

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