January, 22 2016
Vol. 3, Ed. 21
NATIONAL HEROES DAY– JANUARY 25
CIS Invitation to the 2016 National Heroes Day Celebrations
The Cayman Islands Government in conjunction with the Premier, Honourable
Alden McLaughlin, MBE, JP and the Minister for Planning, Lands, Agriculture,
Housing and Infrastructure, Honourable Kurt Tibbetts, OBE, JP, will host the
Cayman Islands National Heroes Day Celebrations on Monday, 25th of January
2016 at 9:00 a.m. in Heroes Square.
All school students across the Cayman Islands are especially invited to this our National Pride Day.
Students, dressed in their school uniform, and their parents are encouraged to come out to learn more
about their national heroes and nation builders. All will be seated in shaded tents. Please arrive by 8:00
a.m. for a smooth seating process.
This year we especially pay tribute to those who have contributed the development or delivery of agriculture in the Cayman Islands. There will be a dedicated Agricultural Showcase in the George Town,
Town Hall commencing on National Heroes Day and continuing to Friday 5 February. Feel free to visit
the showcase, eat Caymanian food, and listen to Caymanian music, all immediately after the ceremony.
ISS VP AND CONSULTANTS VISIT CIS
This week, consultants from Murphy, Burnham and Buttrick
visited CIS and met with various school stakeholders to discuss and plan for future school growth and expansion. The
consultants met with the school administration, faculty, PTA
board, School Advisory Committee and met with representatives from DART Enterprises as well. David Randall (ISS Vice
President and CIS Board representative) also visited CIS and
met with the consultants to assist in the process. It was a
pleasure to have them all here and we look forward to the
exciting things in store for the future of CIS.
Last Chance
to order Yearbooks!
Jan 22
Jan 23
Jan 25
Jan 26
Jan 26
Jan 29
Jan 29
Feb 01
Feb 05
Feb 06
Feb 08
Feb 10
Feb 15
Events
2nd Quarter Ends
SAT, 7:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Public Holiday, Heroes’ Day
3rd Quarter Begins
ES Track Event Gr3-5, 8:0011:00 a.m., Truman Bodden
Report Cards Distributed
CIVVIES Day, Donate $2 to
wear blue to support the
Blue Iguana Recovery Fund
ES Track Practice, 8:0011:00 a.m., Truman Bodden
Secondary Assembly, 9:0010:00 a.m., ARC
SSAT, 10:00 a.m. -1:30 p.m
Mid-Term Break Until Feb
12
Ash Wednesday (Public
Holiday)
School Resumes
Click the calendar below to
view the CIS Calendar for
more upcoming events.
Yearbook ordering ends on Monday,
January 25!
Be sure to order now! Only $65!
Click the link: http://
www.caymaninternationalschool.org/
page.cfm?p=449
Please contact Mr. Mark H
([email protected]) with
any questions.
Cayman International School
P.O. Box 31364, Grand Cayman, KY1-1206
Phone: 345.945.4664 Fax: 345.945.4650
Email: [email protected]
CIVVIES DAY next
Friday, Jan 29
Donate $2 to wear Civvies (blue)
Money raised will be donated to
January 22, 2016
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CIS Community News
Blue Iguana Basketball Jamboree Announcements
Blue Iguana Basketball Jamboree – Request for Host Families
CIS Families – March 11 and 12, CIS is hosting the 5th Annual Blue Iguana Basketball
Jamboree. We need families to host players and coaches who are visiting and participating in the tournament from other international schools in the Caribbean. If you are
willing to host players or coaches, please contact Colin Crumpton
([email protected]). We need families to host from Wednesday, March 9 to Saturday, March 12, or from Thursday, March 10 to Sunday, March 13. In your e-mail to Colin, specify the number of players or coaches you can accommodate and let
him know the dates you are willing to host. Thank you in advance!
Blue Iguana Basketball Jamboree – Sponsorship
CIS Supporters – CIS is hosting two major athletic events – the PSA Football Tournament and The 5th Annual
Blue Iguana Basketball Jamboree. We need supporters, sponsorships, and donations to make these competitions a
great success. Below is more information on sponsorship.
GOLD SPONSORSHIP ($1,500CI) includes a business logo on the Blue Iguana tournament t-shirt and
tournament flyers, ability to advertise with signs, banners and flyers at both tournaments, verbal advertising in radio ads leading up to both tournaments, and verbal advertising by MC’s during the events.
SILVER SPONSORSHIP ($750CI) includes a business logo on the Blue Iguana tournament t-shirt and tournament flyers and
ability to advertise with signs, banners and flyers at both tournaments.
BRONZE SPONSORHIP ($500) includes a business logo on the Blue Iguana tournament t-shirt and tournament flyers. Any level
of sponsorship is appreciated, and we will recognize all supporters in the tournament flyer and program. Other donations (food, waters,
drinks, etc.) and sponsorships (purchasing of t-shirts, trophies, etc.) are also encouraged.
If you are willing to sponsor or donate to these athletic events, please contact Mr. Colin ([email protected]).
CUC Primary Football League
CUC Girls Football League
On Saturday, the CIS Boys U9 football team secured spot in the Champions Cup playoffs and a
coveted place in the semi-finals with a 2-0 win over North East Schools. Despite facing an under strengthened North East Schools team, the Iguanas struggled in the first half to find the
passing rhythm which has been their hallmark all season. At half time, the score was goal-less,
largely due to an excellent save from Paul M. After some effective redirection from Coach
Greg, the second half showed significant improvement with Danny L dominating the midfield
and starting both moves which led to goals. The first, with a defense splitting pass to Chad M;
and the second to set up Toby J to fire in from distance. The defense faced some challenges but
was able to keep the ball out of the goal, with Eamon D delivering an especially strong performance.
The U11 Girls Football team was victorious
this past Saturday, January 16, against Triple
C! Kayla B made two assists for the game to
Riley D, scoring the first goal and Alexia B on
the second.
Results elsewhere meant that CIS finished atop the
standings with 10 points after 4 games and a superior
goal difference, a tremendous achievement given the
quality of the other teams. Next up is Cayman Prep in
the semi-final, scheduled for 10: 00 a.m. on Saturday,
January 23, at the Annex.
Please come out and support the boys. Go Iguanas!
Their win has advanced them to the league
semi-finals! Please come cheer them on at
11:15 a.m. at the Annex this Saturday, January 23.
January 22, 2016
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CIS Community News
Faculty Fitness
Digicel Junior Golf Series
There is a group of teachers dedicated to improving their physical and
mental health by exercising in the early morning before school. They
are at school before 6:00 a.m. and go through a regimen of exercises
that prepares them for the day ahead, as well as keep them physically
fit. According to research presented by the American College of
Sports Medicine, workers’ quality of work, mental performance and
time management were better on days when they exercised. The
study found that work performance was constantly and considerably
higher, as measured by: (1) their ability to manage time demands, (2)
their ability to manage output demands and (3) their mental and interpersonal performance. More teachers have jumped on board the
workout wagon to enhance their performance in and out of the classroom. Because of this, the group needs some more equipment, mainly in the form of dumbbells. If you have pairs of dumbbells that you
would like to donate to the cause, the teachers would really appreciate them! Please contact Mr. John for more information at
[email protected].
Brothers and CIS students, Justin and Andy H topped the leader board in 18
Hole White Tees and the Boys 18 Hole Red Tees, respectively, in the fourth
round of the Digicel Junior Golf Series. Another CIS student, Tom D, placed
3rd in the Boys 18 Hole Red Tees.
The fourth of six rounds held at North Sound Golf
Course saw 30 young golfers take to the course in
tough, blustery conditions. The format of the competition was stroke play as preparation for the Caribbean Amateur Junior Golf Championships this summer. The fifth round will be held on February 21.
Congrats to our CIS students and we wish them
continued success in the sport.
#CISinspires
Click the hashtag to see what is
happening at CIS
And be sure to follow us @cayintschool
Art supplies– Cardboard needed
The Secondary Art program is in need of large
pieces of cardboard for an upcoming project. If
you have scrap cardboard that you would like to
donate, please drop it by the Secondary Art room
anytime. Thank you! - Ms. Heather
It is time for the Scholastic Book Club order and there are lots new books to choose
from. Leaflets should be coming home with your student this week, so you and your
child can choose from the latest exciting selection of books. Please place your order
online at http://world-schools.scholastic.co.uk/cayman-international by Monday,
February 01, 2016. All orders are paid for online and then the books will be delivered to school. Remember this
is a great opportunity to purchase books for your family at a reasonable price and earn free books for your child’s
classroom library!
January 22, 2016
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Early Childhood and Elementary News
Reminder: Grades 3-5 CIS Track Event
"Roman Numerals"
Robbie S in Ms.
Jen’s Grade 4
did a project on
roman numerals.
The result is
this amazing
clock!
The CIS Track Event for grades 3-5 will take place on Tuesday, January 26 from 8:00-11:00 a.m. at the Truman Bodden Sports Complex. Students will have the opportunity to experience the running/
track skills they have learned in PE on a real track. Please have permission slips signed and turned in.
Ms. Dana’s Grade One Field Trip– National Art Gallery
Parent Series Attendees– Thank You!
Grade 3 watched Grade 7’s drama production
Thank you to all of our parents who attended this past Wednesday’s EC
and ES Parent Series Evening. It was a chance to get a glimpse of some of
the learning opportunities students experience in their classrooms. We
appreciate the extra time our faculty and staff take to plan for and present
at each of these monthly parent evenings.
This month, we recognize
Ms. Jessica, Ms. Anna, and
Ms. Anne who were our
EC presenters. In addition,
we acknowledge Ms. Joanie, Ms. Rita, Ms. Leanne,
Mr. Kevin, Mr. Ryan, Ms.
Dana, and Ms. Tatum who
were our ES presenters.
Secondary Headlines
Fred Speirs Memorial Debate Workshop
Senior Ad space!
On Wednesday and Thursday, January 27 and 28, Cayman International School is hosting the Fred Speirs Memorial Debate Workshop. The debate workshop is being sponsored by Rotary Central. This is an interscholastic workshop for coaches and students.
Parents – Buy a ¼ page ad in this year’s
yearbook!
 Say congratulations to a graduating
senior
Coaches and students will receive information and training from the guest presenter: Brian P. Casey. Brian has been one of Canada’s most successful debate
coaches for 35 years. His debaters have placed 1st at the Canadian Nationals five
of the last six years. This is a great opportunity for students in Cayman to receive instruction, suggestions, and practice their debating skills.


Commemorate years spent at CIS
Secure a lasting spot in the yearbook for only $75
Contact [email protected] with questions.
January 22, 2016
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Secondary Headlines Cont’d
CIS Basketball
Secondary Girls Football Schedule
The CIS Basketball season (Grades 9-12) is upon us once again. Coach
John and Coach Mark are excited about this year's team as they are getting ready to battle. Please come support your basketball team. All
games will be played in the ARC.
Football Schedule
January 25
CPHS Vs CIS
WCA Vs SICS
February 1
CPHS Vs SICS
CIS Vs WCA
February 8
*Half term
*Half term
February 15
PSA Tournament
PSA Tournament
February 22
SICS VS CIS
WCA Vs CPHS
February 29
CIS VS CPHS
SICS Vs WCA
March 7
CIS Vs SICS
CPHS Vs WCA
Games are on the following dates:
CIS vs. CCC - January 27 at 3:45 p.m.
CIS vs. STI - January 28 at 3:45 p.m.
CIS vs. WCA - February 3 at 4:15 p.m.
CIS vs. CPHS - February 15 at 3:45 p.m.
CIS vs. CCC - February 17 at 3:45 p.m.
CIS PTA
Happy New Year from the CIS PTA !
Wishing you all a very happy and prosperous new year from your PTA. We hope that you've had a great start
to 2016 and we look forward to sharing some great events with you as we enter the second half of the school
year.
We know that many of you await the uniform swaps as a means to top up the kids uniforms at fantastic pricing, well mark your diaries - it's on next week!
VIP Car-park Raffle Ticket sale
Uniform Swap
On Wednesday , January 27, and Thursday,
January 28, at 7:45 a.m. in front of the
school.
We have a large amount of gently used uniforms in stock, but are always
willing to take more!
Please donate any gently used uniforms to the office in the box provided
by next Tuesday, January 26.
Come along next Wednesday and Thursday to make your purchases but
get in early, these uniforms sell out fast!
Change of date - Parents
Night Out
The PTA Parent Night out has been moved to
Friday, February 19, at the newest bar on the
island at Camana Bay.
More details to come.
Whilst you're at the uniform swap, (next
Wednesday and Thursday) be sure to buy
your VIP car-park raffle tickets.
At $10 each or 3 for $25 you could be the
lucky winner of the VIP car-park. The parking spot is in front of the school.
If you win, you will park like a rockstar
without the hassle of finding a last minute car-park for the term!
January 22, 2016
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Seen On Campus
The Three Musketeers
Never caught off guard
Best hang out spot on the playground
Lunch: Best period of the day!
“I made this chair”
His favorite t-shirt & his Favorite truck
“So, Ms. Stephanie…”
Bouncing Bliss
If your child has an
achievement or experience you would like
to share in the Weekly Current, please
email
[email protected]
“hold up your puppet so we can see it”
When she’s not teaching, she’s Chef GG!
CIS Mission Statement: Our students achieve academic and personal
excellence and prepare for higher education within an international
environment that inspires learning, character and service.