From the High School Counsellors

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Dear UNIS Parents & Community,

Wishing everyone a relaxing break!

Acceptances and offers to universities are beginning to trickle in and we expect more in the coming days and weeks. We will keep you updated in January!

Congratulations to the Class of 2020!
University Acceptances as of December 12

Canada:
McMaster University

Netherlands:
University of Utrecht 2

United Kingdom:
King’s College London
Newcastle University 2
University of Bristol
University of Durham
University of Glasgow
University of Leeds
University of Manchester
University of York

United States:
Northeastern University

GRADE LEVEL UPDATE

Grade 12 update

All students with a January 1, 2020 deadline should send out applications next week or as soon as they hear from their ED university (US only)

We require a minimum of two working weeks for processing applications. This means that if you send your application materials to a university- the counseling office will need two working weeks to send out documentation after they are sent out.

Netherlands – Deadlines are quickly approaching for some universities in the Netherlands. Students should be meeting/communicating with their counsellor. We are here to support you in the process

Counsellors: Franko Cifizzari & Brenda Manfredi

Grade 11 update

Students are working on a university research process related to the country or countries they are considering in the counselling classes.

Counsellors: Franko Cifizzari & Brenda Manfredi

Grade 10 update

  • Students are in the midst of the Course Request process for Grades 11 and 12- appointments have been scheduled. Please check with your child to see when they have been scheduled and please come if you are able.
  • Any student considering Oxbridge or medicine/vet degree in UK should see their counsellor.

Counsellors: Franko Cifizzari & Brenda Manfredi

Grade 9 update

Please keep your child’s counsellor updated if you are concerned about their emotional or academic progress.

Counsellor: Anwer Kamal

 

TESTING

The ACT’s/SAT’s can only be taken by Grade 11 & 12 UNIS Hanoi students. Please see below for more information including testing dates for 2019-2020.

PSAT Results arrive in early December.

SAT – Important:
College Board has taken extra security measure in test taker fraud. If a student receives an email from the College Board to complete a survey or questionnaire, please do NOT ignore the email. It must be completed. Failure to do the survey would result in the student being removed from the test center roster and forbidden to take the exam that they have registered for.

Please note that this is a random selection process, and students do not need to panic if they do not get an email. We would like to remind students to check their junk inbox in case the College Board emails get delivered there by accident. Any questions, please see your counsellor!

International testing dates for the SAT are in October, December, March, and May. SAT Subject Tests will be available in October, November, December, May, and June. Students cannot sit the SAT and SAT Subject Tests on the same day. If you have any questions, please see your counsellor.

SAT test dates for 2019-2020 are:

SAT Test Dates

  • March 14, 2020
  • May 2, 2020
 Registration Deadline Date

  • Feb 14, 2020
  • April 3, 2020

SAT Subject Test Dates:    

  • May 2, 2020
  • June 6, 2020
 Registration Deadline Date

  • April 3, 2020
  • N/A

** Please note that language tests with the listening component can only be taken on the November date.

The College Board website is www.collegeboard.org

ACT Test dates 2019-2020 are:

ACT Test Date:

  • April 4, 2020
  • June 13, 2020
 Registration Deadline Date

  • February 28, 2020
  • May 8, 2020

 

UPCOMING UNIVERSITY VISITS

Please check the calendars for the most up to date list of visitors.

Grade 10 Individuals and Societies classes are #StandUp4HumanRights

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Grade 10 students have spent the past two months studying human rights and trying to gain a better understanding of each of the rights that are guaranteed in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

This week in class they had a mini Human Rights museum. Student groups researched a group that was vulnerable to human rights abuses, explored how we all could stand up for human rights. The presentations were in conjunction with the United Nations Human Rights Day on December 10. Topics included looking at child brides, the war in Syria, LGBTQ+ issues, gun violence, capital punishment and many more.  

Forms of Government Intervention: Maximum Price and Subsidies

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For approximately two weeks, members in the UNIS Economic Forum (UEF) had an opportunity to create an exposé to investigate different forms of government intervention in the market. There are 5 different types of government intervention that could take place: taxes, subsidies, minimum price, and maximum price. Two groups were assigned to investigate the effect of taxes and one group each for other forms of government intervention.  

As the members of the UEF were able to do further research to have a concrete understanding of their own form of government intervention, they were able to explain the effect of government intervention through the use of visual diagrams and also apply their economic concepts to real life situations.

Here are the videos from each group: 

Tax: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1L9h7z_IbfTqigm0cyQsLeUAWkpIOoVj7/view?usp=sharing

Subsidies: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1woYRs3JlODQny-hXhsUdsvSM0vf7Kgsb/view?usp=sharing

Maximum price: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LmVCuMZOOkb5Q9ZKmpcgzCjQ70Xul64o/view?usp=sharing

Minimum price: https://drive.google.com/file/d/13db-pbI4vXVw7Edrvb3nU3C7MmA-PACc/view?usp=sharing

As a result, members of the UEF were able to raise TOK questions related to their chosen form of government intervention and consider both strengths and weaknesses of the government intervening the market. However, there still is a question that remains: To what extent should the government intervene in a market? 

Written by Rosan (Seung-Won) Kim

AOK of Focus Presentation: A Snapshot of the Work in Process!

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To what extent do we subconsciously apply Theory of Knowledge in other subjects and how does it align with the elements of the Knowledge Framework? The lastest assessment Grade 11 students are working on allows them to explore their chosen Area of Knowledge in-depth. They are expected to look at the elements of Knowledge Framework explained in the Laagemat textbook and the IB TOK guide, which are categorised into the scope, specific concepts and language, methodology, historical development, and the relationship between the shared knowledge of the AOK. With the freedom they are given, students are finding interesting real-life case studies that reflect the elements of their AOK. 

This assessment further requires the students to look at those who are considered experts and answer the question: ‘ What is the role of disagreement between experts in the production of knowledge in your subject of focus?’. In order to answer such questions, students have been conducting interviews with their subject area teacher to better understand the application of the theories as well as what makes one an expert. 

Gaby Chanen, a student who has chosen to focus on the Arts explains, “I chose to explore theatre as I genuinely enjoy taking the class. Through my interview with my subject area teacher, Ms. TP, I was able to learn the production of knowledge and theories specific to theatre, as well as to what extent these theories are accepted and utilised within the community.”

This research is to continue through winter break and will be shared within each class once we come back. If interested, please stop by to look at the different case studies and interpretations of each student!

GIFA Presentations Round II

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In this past week, our second round of GIFA Rapporteur presentations began. In this presentation, we had to select a specific article from the Universal Declaration of Human Rights to talk about. Once these articles were selected, each student had to formulate a fact sheet that would essentially encompass what is being covered in their presentations, including the case study that they had chosen.

The first round of rapporteurs had a challenge ahead of them as they had to be setting the bar for the following presentations to come. This was no easy task, however, the three rapporteurs managed to complete their presentations, and to a high standard. 

Throughout the week, we had a lot of time to work on our fact sheets and presentations as a whole. This allowed the following rounds of presenters to refine the information that they collected and ensured that their case studies were compelling and able to encapsulate the essence of the right that they were talking about. 

Because of the time and effort put in by the rapporteurs, the next two rounds of presentations were extremely successful, not only for the rapporteurs but also for the rest of the class. Due to the presentations being so informative, everyone was able to learn at least one new thing in each presentation that they listened to. 

Overall, this week was a major success for the class as a whole, because of all the effort put in by the students in order to make good use of our time during the class, and create many fruitful discussions during the presentations. 

Please feel free to pop into one of our lessons anytime at B5-G29 to experience one of our GIFA rounds in person!

From the High School Counsellors

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Dear UNIS Parents & Community,

As we move toward the final week before the holiday break, it is time to take a few deep breaths in and then breathe out slowly. The students have been working hard these past four months and we hope they have a well deserved relaxing break with family and friends.

GRADE LEVEL UPDATE

Grade 12 update

All students with a January 1, 2020 deadline should send out applications next week or as soon as they hear from their ED university (US only)

We require a minimum of two working weeks for processing applications. This means that if you send your application materials to a university- the counseling office will need two working weeks to send out documentation after they are sent out.

Netherlands – Deadlines are quickly approaching for some universities in the Netherlands. Students should be meeting/communicating with their counsellor. We are here to support you in the process

Graduation photo order: You have now received an email with access code to view and order Grade 12’s graduation portraits and group photos. If you encounter any difficulties or have any questions, please contact hello@pictureday.asia

Counsellors: Franko Cifizzari & Brenda Manfredi

Grade 11 update

Students are working on a university research process related to the country or countries they are considering in the counselling classes.

Counsellors: Franko Cifizzari & Brenda Manfredi

Grade 10 update

  • Students are in the midst of the Course Request process for Grades 11 and 12- appointments have been scheduled. Please check with your child to see when they have been scheduled and please come if you are able.
  • Any student considering Oxbridge or medicine/vet degree in UK should see their counsellor.

Counsellors: Franko Cifizzari & Brenda Manfredi

Grade 9 update

Please keep your child’s counsellor updated if you are concerned about their emotional or academic progress.

Counsellor: Anwer Kamal mkamal@unihanoi.org

 

TESTING

The ACT’s/SAT’s can only be taken by Grade 11 & 12 UNIS Hanoi students. Please see below for more information including testing dates for 2019-2020.

PSAT Results arrive in early December.

SAT – Important:
College Board has taken extra security measure in test taker fraud. If a student receives an email from the College Board to complete a survey or questionnaire, please do NOT ignore the email. It must be completed. Failure to do the survey would result in the student being removed from the test center roster and forbidden to take the exam that they have registered for.

Please note that this is a random selection process, and students do not need to panic if they do not get an email. We would like to remind students to check their junk inbox in case the College Board emails get delivered there by accident. Any questions, please see your counsellor!

International testing dates for the SAT are in October, December, March, and May. SAT Subject Tests will be available in October, November, December, May, and June. Students cannot sit the SAT and SAT Subject Tests on the same day. If you have any questions, please see your counsellor.

SAT test dates for 2019-2020 are:

SAT Test Dates

  • Dec 7, 2019
  • March 14, 2020
  • May 2, 2020
 Registration Deadline Date

  • Feb 14, 2020
  • April 3, 2020

SAT Subject Test Dates:    

  • Dec 7, 2019
  • May 2, 2020
  • June 6, 2020
 Registration Deadline Date

  • April 3, 2020
  • N/A

** Please note that language tests with the listening component can only be taken on the November date.

The College Board website is www.collegeboard.org

ACT Test dates 2019-2020 are:

ACT Test Date:

  • December 14, 2019
  • April 4, 2020
  • June 13, 2020
 Registration Deadline Date

  • February 28, 2020
  • May 8, 2020

 

UPCOMING UNIVERSITY VISITS

Please check the calendars for the most up to date list of visitors.

From the High School Counsellors

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Dear UNIS Parents & Community,

We hope that parents found the sessions from Freedom for Chemical Dependency (FCD) sessions useful. We have included some resources that you may wish to review.

What Parents Can Do

Tips for Communicating with Kids

Vaping- what you need to know

GRADE LEVEL UPDATE

Grade 12 update

December 1 deadline: All Applications with a December 10- January 15 deadline or earlier should be completed by December 1. All UK, Canadian, and most US applications should be complketed. KAIST (Korea) and Netherlands deadlines are quickly approaching.

We require a minimum of two working weeks for processing applications. This means that if you send your application materials to a university- the counseling office will need two working weeks to send out documentation after they are sent out.

Netherlands – Deadlines are quickly approaching for some universities in the Netherlands. Students should be meeting/communicating with their counsellor. We are here to support you in the process

Counsellors: Franko Cifizzari & Brenda Manfredi

Grade 11 update

Students are working on a university research process related to the country or countries they are considering in the counselling classes. We are asking them to have this first phase of their research completed by December 1.

Counsellors: Franko Cifizzari & Brenda Manfredi

Grade 10 update

  • Students are in the midst of the Course Request process for Grades 11 and 12- appointments have been scheduled. Please check with your child to see when they have been scheduled and please come if you are able.
  • Any student considering Oxbridge or medicine/vet degree in UK should see their counsellor.

Counsellors: Franko Cifizzari & Brenda Manfredi

Grade 9 update

Please keep your child’s counsellor updated if you are concerned about their emotional or academic progress.

Counsellor: Anwer Kamal mkamal@unihanoi.org

 

TESTING

The ACT’s/SAT’s can only be taken by Grade 11 & 12 UNIS Hanoi students. Please see below for more information including testing dates for 2019-2020.

PSAT Results arrive in early December.

SAT – Important:
College Board has taken extra security measure in test taker fraud. If a student receives an email from the College Board to complete a survey or questionnaire, please do NOT ignore the email. It must be completed. Failure to do the survey would result in the student being removed from the test center roster and forbidden to take the exam that they have registered for.

Please note that this is a random selection process, and students do not need to panic if they do not get an email. We would like to remind students to check their junk inbox in case the College Board emails get delivered there by accident. Any questions, please see your counsellor!

International testing dates for the SAT are in October, December, March, and May. SAT Subject Tests will be available in October, November, December, May, and June. Students cannot sit the SAT and SAT Subject Tests on the same day. If you have any questions, please see your counsellor.

SAT test dates for 2019-2020 are:

SAT Test Dates

  • Dec 7, 2019
  • March 14, 2020
  • May 2, 2020
 Registration Deadline Date

  • Feb 14, 2020
  • April 3, 2020

SAT Subject Test Dates:    

  • Dec 7, 2019
  • May 2, 2020
  • June 6, 2020
 Registration Deadline Date

  • April 3, 2020
  • N/A

** Please note that language tests with the listening component can only be taken on the November date.

The College Board website is www.collegeboard.org

ACT Test dates 2019-2020 are:

ACT Test Date:

  • December 14, 2019
  • April 4, 2020
  • June 13, 2020
 Registration Deadline Date

  • February 28, 2020
  • May 8, 2020

 

UPCOMING UNIVERSITY VISITS

Please check the calendars for the most up to date list of visitors.

Ritsumeikan University – Japan
Tuesday, December 3 at 11:05 – 11:55am
HS Counselling Centre (B5 G04)

CAS Spotlight – A Passion for Fashion with Matias Belete

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Engagement in CAS and the end result of these experiences can often lead to a sense of achievement, a deeper understanding of collaboration, a lasting impact on the community and for some a potential career path!

That might be the case with G12 student, Matias Belete, who has been using CAS as a catalyst to start his own fashion brand. 

“I am very excited to see how far I can go with this and wanted to use CAS to document my progress.”

Matias started this experience first and foremost as a creator and designer stating, “I truly enjoy designing no matter what kind of design it is. The reason I enjoy it so much is because it allows for me to clear my head and just try new things out consistently with no one telling me what to do. I also feel that I enjoy it so much because I enjoy art and the new ideas or styles that can be made up.”

His brand is called Foreign Resource and he is using everyday life as inspiration for his designs.

“The latest design I have made I feel is one of the stronger ones due to its relation to the point of the brand. Using a photograph of a plant in my house, I was able to create this design on illustrator. This relates to the brands first collection of clothing encompassing natural resources such as plants or mountains.”

Matias is now realizing there is more to this game than just a good looking tee – namely business strategy and a sustainable approach.

“Although the design process and creative aspect is a major part of making a clothing brand, the business side and perspective equally as crucial. Over the past 3 months beginning this brand, I have begun to realize that it is more than making designs. Getting funding and backing from others is difficult, and when considering loans it is important to weigh the possible success against the higher probability of failure.” 

His experience with this creative project makes him a great person to take a leadership role within the school’s newest service learning group, Fashion Revolution! This service group addresses ethical decisions in the fashion industry and advocates for fair, clean, safe and transparent trade practices. 

This is a great example of passion, creativity and service meeting as one!

To learn more about the CAS programme at UNIS Hanoi check out our Website!

To be featured in future spotlights, contact Mr. Jarman at cascoordinator@unishanoi.org

Double-edged nature of government intervention and market “failure”

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Since the 15th of November, year 1 Economy students have begun their finalizing UNIS Economy Forum: Investigative Journalism Project! 

Each team should choose one of the government interventions – taxes, subsidies, maximum price, minimum price – and explore, analyse, evaluate and weigh the strengths/weaknesses/opportunities/implication.

Team must have the following criteria:

  1. Participation: all members of the group must be in the expose, either as a reporter, news presenter or an extra
  2. Real life example: at least two real-life example
  3. Economic terms and explanation: Explanation of term and graphs are essential in this project
  4. Economic evaluation: two positives and two negatives of government intervention
  5. Style and creativity: Handout/poster, interesting resources, connection with ToK…

Each video would be follow the structure of News. The video must have to include the interview of three people.

 

  1. DP Econ Year 1 student
  2. DP Econ Year 2 student
  3. DP teacher

 

Each team discovered different knowledge through this project!

Jinha and Stella
” We discovered in our research related to subsidy that sometimes firms take advantage of subsidy even when they are expected to provide more merit goods “

Navya and Thu Anh
” We discovered the importance of minimum price and what does government do for citizens related to minimum price “

Rosan and Thao
” We discovered the double-edged nature of taxes on the one hand taxes are designed to redistribute wealth to compensate for market failure on the other hand taxes are resisted because some firms believe they are entitled to all that they earned “

Minju and Yuki
” We discovered that maximum price controls set by the government go a long way to helping people afford fundamental goods like housing, food, and education “

At the last lesson of economy, students were focused on film and edit the video! Sounds from the clips were funny!! 😁

As the 28th of November is the deadline, everyone is on fire!! Go Go Year 1 Economics students!

Invitation to join us! November 29th 2019 at B5 G29 from 10:00 to 11:05!