Eagle's Nest
December 20, 2024
School Wide Announcements
Christmas Break
Merry Christmas! We hope you have a restful and memorable Christmas break. Spend time with family and friends in celebration of this great season, and we’ll see you again in the new year on January 7!
Divisional News
ECC & Elementary
Guidance Counselor
AP Extra Practice (VPN Needed)
https://www.youtube.com/@advancedplacement
11th Grade Parents:
NOW is the time to begin making your university “shortlist”.
- Where/in what country do you want to study?
- What major do you want to pursue?
Curious about SNU?
Find information here: https://en.snu.ac.kr/admission/overview/faq/admission
PTO
Health Office
Globally, many countries, including America, China, and South Korea, are reporting increased pertussis (also known as whooping cough) infections in 2024. Pertussis is highly contagious and spreads when infected people cough or sneeze droplets into the air. Early cold-like symptoms are followed by episodes of rapid and violent coughing. The illness can progress to being severe and life-threatening. Treatment is with supportive measures and antibiotics, while prevention is through vaccination and general hygiene. Since the Fall and Winter seasons, over a thousand people have been infected each week, with many infections occurring in children under 12 years of age and not excluding teenagers. Authorities have urged people to stay up-to-date with pertussis vaccinations, and as immunity wanes, boosters are required.
TIS requirement of Tdap/DTP (diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis 3-in-one) is five doses for grades 1-8. Students must have a booster dose of Tdap after the age of 10 and before Grade 9. For the safety of students during extracurricular activities and travel, a tetanus booster shot is also required by the school. Please check your children’s immunization records and make plans to obtain this vaccine while traveling outside China because the booster shot of Tdap for teenagers is not available in mainland China. If your child missed this vaccination or others, the holidays are a good opportunity to get a catch-up shot.
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What’s Happening at TIS
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| December 23 - January 6 | Christmas Break |
| January 6 | Professional Development Day. No school for students. |
| January 7 | Semester 2 Begins |
| January 10-12 | HS BEIMUN Conference |
| January 11 | MS VEX Robotics Tournament in Wuhan |
| January 24 | China Day |
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