Lion's Roar
Welcome to the online edition of Lion's Roar,
the British School Manila's weekly newsletter.
Message from the Head of School
Dear BSM family, I mentioned in my Lion’s Roar contribution last week how inspired I am by the resilience and positive attitude across our community. This was echoed in my recent class visits in Years 2 to 6 as in the Senior classes I popped into. The positive attitude and determined approach so evident in those classes was wonderful to experience and is a true testament to the resilience and adaptability of our students. However, I must add that these experiences have been mirrored in three other spaces I have regular interactions in. Firstly, in the various weekly staff and leadership meetings. Secondly, in professional learning sessions and lastly, in daily discussions held with various individuals. Our teams are fully engaged in not only their manifold tasks and duties but so evidently committed to the school and personal
Visual and Performing Arts
A Message from a BEI Scholar
Welcome back and I hope you have all had a great first week – weather accepted. As you can imagine a number of things have gone on over the summer and one of these was receiving a letter from a BEI (BSM) Scholar. We are running this scholarship programme to support local Taguig High School
BSM Community and Autobiographical Approach
Welcome back “Foster a friendly family atmosphere that nurtures partnerships for learning and a sense of community” – BSM Vision and Mission BSM Community and Autobiographical Approach Mabuhay and a huge welcome to the BSM learning community to any new families who have just joined the British School Manila and huge welcome back to existing
New Members of Staff
Welcome to the start of the 2018-2019 academic year at BSM and the first edition of the Lion’s Roar for the new school year. It has been good to meet returning families this week and to welcome new members to our community. We also have enjoyed welcoming our Year 7 students and families as they
PE, Sport & ASA News
ASA News
Dear Parents, We are encouraged by the success of the Term 1 online ASA programme. Students have had the opportunity to engage with their chosen activities, whilst also socialising with
ASA News
Science, Innovation, Design and Entrepreneurship (SIDE) ASA Science, Innovation, Design & Entrepreneurship (SIDE) is the latest edition to the BSM ASA programme. This club has proven incredibly popular with 58
After School News
Dear Parents, We are very proud that over 54% of students chose to participate in online ASAs this term. Following this success, your feedback would be greatly appreciated to ensure
After School Activities
Greetings All, We have been overwhelmed by the amount of interest in live online ASAs. Over 54% of students have registered for a live ASA which clearly indicates the absolute
Weekly Bulletin
Dear BSM Family, As I write this message for Lion’s Roar, I am acutely aware that this time of doubt and worry for us all, and around the world, is
BSM Spring Gymnastics Meet, 7 March 2020
Less than two months ago life at BSM was as busy as ever, so were our gymnasts who were preparing once again for another competition, this time our home meet.
Service Learning
Service Learning is based on a collaborative and reciprocal engagement with the community in response to an authentic need. Students have the opportunity to collaborate with a range of NGOs helping to tackle important local issues.
Service Learning News
BSM Giving at Christmas Once again, we have been overwhelmed by the generosity of the BSM community. Thank you to everyone who dropped off supplies for Chosen Children’s Village, and school materials for One Million Lights and Kythe Foundation. We will deliver these next week, alongside 30 solar lights for OML, and can guarantee that
Service Learning News
Form Pledges – Typhoon Relief Bags This week has seen yet more donations to support those affected by Typhoon Ulysses. This time, the support came directly from Senior School students, as part of their Form Group Pledges. Bianca Chua on behalf of 8ALA and Matthew Chua on behalf of 11SRO prepared 100 relief bags of