From the BAIS Chaplain’s Desk
Our chapel theme for the 2016-2017 school year has been focused on the fact that we are the Body of Christ (Ephesians 2:19-22). My hope and prayer for the year has been that all of our students, preschool through twelfth grade, would arrive at the same conclusion: They have been knit together by our Creator for a specific purpose; with experiences, talents, and abilities unique to each one individually for the good of the entire Body. As the Apostle Paul wrote to the church in Corinth (1 Corinthians 12:12-31), the health and success of the Body is dependent upon each part working as it was intended in service for the good of the whole. This truth is not exclusively revealed in Scripture. God has illustrated this truth throughout human history; collectively telling the same story through individual lives and communities ranging from exploring new lands, to building barns, to winning freedom for oppressed peoples. This week I found another illustration in a book I’m reading entitled, Grace Under Fire: Letters of Faith in Times of War. In this one particular letter, Technical Sergeant Joe Graser was writing to his brother during World War II. As I read the letter, I discovered that if I were to substitute “Army” for “God” in my mind as I read and envisioned the collective Body of Christ as Joes community, I discovered Paul’s teachings once again.
I have been wanting to tell you a few things about life in the Army… There will be times, especially at first, that you will think you never saw such bullheaded, roundabout, stupid men in your life. Many of these will be our superiors, & they will issue orders that contradict, cancel, reign you & your ideas of success. You will live next to men, that represent types only known to you in the funny papers. Lots of these will have habits that are rare.
Remember this, the Army has a reason for everything it does…Always think of that when things get pretty rough & you feel like sounding off…
This is about the men you live with, and you will find that no matter how wrong any of them are, they all have real decent ideals in their hearts.
Try to understand & appreciate all their various ways of living. I will go as far as to say that even more than in the store or school, the more friends you can make, the better off you will be…(you) are entirely depending on those around you. You will be surprised at how often little friendships can benefit you…
The Army will always take care of you in such things as food, clothing & medical care, but to make your living conditions more pleasant, will be all up to you.
Be as kind and jolly as possible, for kindness & happiness will mean a lot to you, especially in your spare time.
Always remember that whatever your job may be, it is just as important in winning the war, as that of a General.
I encourage you to look around today and take note of the multitude ways God is illustrating His Word. Remember that Truth in this world is true, regardless of the circumstances, and applies in every way, to every person, every day! May we all strive to live in selfless service to those around us every day, remembering that it is the community that builds the individual and not the individual that defines the community. I remember my mom teaching me the proverbial saying, “Show me your friends and I’ll tell you who you are.” King Solomon said it this way, “He who walks with wise men will be wise…” (Proverbs 13:20)
Blessing,
Mr. Steven Newell
BAIS Chaplain
Sound of Music
Rehearsals
April 12, 2017 from 4pm to 6pm
Act 2 Run-Through
All Cast, and Crew must be here except for Elementary Ensemble.
Performance
BAIS’s Production of The Sound of Music
- April 20,21, and 22 from 6pm to 8pm.
- Doors open at 5:30pm.
(The performance starts promptly at 6pm.) - Tickets are Rp.100,000 for adults Rp.75,000 for students.
Tickets can be purchased before and after school in front of the school and at the front office.
Model United Nations Club
After a successful first trimester for BAIS’s Model United Nations club, we are excited to continue the club from April until the end of May. Last trimester, students learned about public speaking, debate, critical thinking, and communication to prepare to represent countries within a mock United Nations conference at Universitas Katolik Parahyangan. By training on how to role-play, research another country, and defend their positions, participants learned skills essential not only in their high school years but also their future careers. At the final Model United Nations conference, on the topic of youth empowerment, our delegates were actively involved in creating resolutions that would best fit the goals of the United Nations. Not only were we able to create friendships with other participating schools such as BPK Penabur and Cahaya Bangsa, Jessica Hirianto ultimately brought home the Best Spokesperson award for the conference.
Now, we want to invite all high school students to a final trimester for the MUN club. The club will take place once a week. Below is important information:
- Day and Time: Thursdays 3:40-4:40 PM
- Grade Levels: High School Starting
- Date: Thursday, April 13, 2017
*While Swimmers will unfortunately be unable to join the club, the club is open to Cross Country and Badminton participants as the club will start after their IISSAC weekends.
If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Travis Julian at travisjulian@baisedu.org or Ricky Toh at rickytoh@baisedu.org.
We hope to see you there!
Best regards,
Ricky Toh
| Middle School | High School | |
|---|---|---|
| Budijono, Melissa Byun, Da Ae Chandean, Sherine Gunaman, Angel Gunthorpe, Oliver Hirianto, Samantha Jeong, Hayeon Kim, Lydia Kusmana, Stephanny Lee, Karen Lee, Sangwha Nielsen, Rachel Oeij, Kezia Park, Ji Hyeon Purnomo, Audy Sinaga, Deo Sinaga, Kathlyn Sung, Yulim Tantowi, Clarine Widjaya, Ivanna Womble, Bethany |
Chandean, Valerie Chun, Bethany Darmamulia, Daniel Hartono, Jessica Heo, Jang Hun Hirianto, Jessica Hong, Jun Seon Hrabar, Matthew Jeong, Haram Jung, Heemin Kartarahardja, Caitlin Kartarahardja, Devlin Kim, Josiah Kim, Tae Won Ko, Kevin Kwon, Gyeong Min Lee, Dong Jun Lee, Jane Lee, Sung Chun Limandibhratha, Sergio Limarga, Marvin |
Lin, Ruizhi Lukmanjaya, Wilson Muljadi, Crystal Newell, Rebekah Nielsen, Emily Nix, Ben Nix, Daniel Noh, Hamin Park, Jonathan Primandaru, Rio Sastra, Jason Seo, Joo In Shin, Jane Surjaudaja, Pringgo Sutandi, Lukas Tanudjaja, Tivara Tjut, Bryan Toh, Ricky Walker, Paul Wiarta, Fedeline Yun, Shin Young |
| Middle School | High School | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Hallatu, Maelgwyn Kang, Junha Lo, Fallon Nam, SangYun Sinaga, Karen Sinaga, Odelyn |
Sohn, Angella Sugono, Andrew Sutandi, Hanna Tanudjaja, Thaniel Thomas, Ezra Willson, Tyler |
Astian, Haydn Bae, Sungjun Chandean, Beltra Kang, Hee Yeon Kang, Seon Ho Kim, Chai Eun Ko, Kirstie Lee, Harry |
Lee, Sung Ha Liebich, Simone McKinley, Rachel Mulyawan, Nicholas Purnomo, Owen Tantowi, Chloe Winesa, Guinevere Yurianto, Emily |
Athletics News
IISSAC Badminton/Cross Country
Pray for our badminton and cross country teams as they make their way to Salatiga for the IISSAC events this weekend.
Pray for traveling mercies as they travel there and back by bus, tentatively arriving back to BAIS on Monday around 1:00 AM.
Follow the update on the games on our BAIS Pep Club Facebook Page.
Parents — please arrange pick up for your BAIS’thletes.
IISSAC Swim
Parents — You have received the second down payment notification. Please remit final payment to Ibu Dias by next Friday, April 14th. She will be available Monday to collect funds. Thank you for your prayers and support!
Ms. Linnette Vasquez
Athletic Director
MAP Testing Schedule
| Date | Subject | Period |
|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten | ||
| Friday, April 21 | Math | 1 and 2 |
| Tuesday, April 25 | Reading | 3 and 4 |
| 1st Grade | ||
| Friday, April 21 | Math | 1 and 2 |
| Tuesday, April 25 | Reading | 3 and 4 |
| 2nd Grade | ||
| Monday, April 17 | Math | 1 and 2 |
| Tuesday, April 18 | Reading | 3 and 4 |
| Thursday, April 20 | Language Usage | 3 and 4 |
| 3rd Grade | ||
| Monday, April 17 | Math | 1 and 2 |
| Tuesday, April 18 | Reading | 3 and 4 |
| Thursday, April 20 | Language Usage | 3 and 4 |
| 4th Grade | ||
| Wednesday, April 19 | Math | 1 and 2 |
| Thursday, April 20 | Reading | 3 and 4 |
| Friday, April 21 | Language Usage | 1 and 2 |
| 5th Grade | ||
| Wednesday, April 19 | Math | 1 and 2 |
| Thursday, April 20 | Reading | 3 and 4 |
| Friday, April 21 | Language Usage | 1 and 2 |
| 6th Grade | ||
| Monday, April 17 | Math | 3 and 4 |
| Tuesday, April 18 | Reading | 1 and 2 |
| Wednesday, April 19 | Language Usage | 1 and 2 |
| 7th Grade | ||
| Tuesday, April 18 | Math | 1 and 2 |
| Wednesday, April 19 | Language Usage | 3 and 4 |
| Tuesday, April 25 | Reading | 3 and 4 |
| 8th Grade | ||
| Monday, April 17 | Math | 3 and 4 |
| Tuesday, April 18 | Reading | 1 and 2 |
| Wednesday, April 19 | Language Usage | 1 and 2 |
| 9th Grade | ||
| Monday, April 17 | Math | 3 and 4 |
| Wednesday, April 19 | Language Usage | 3 and 4 |
| Tuesday, April 25 | Reading | 1 and 2 |
| 10th Grade | ||
| Monday, April 17 | Math | 1 and 2 |
| Thursday, April 20 | Reading | 1 and 2 |
| Tuesday, April 25 | Language Usage | 3 and 4 |
| 11th Grade | ||
| Tuesday, April 18 | Math | 3 and 4 |
| Thursday, April 20 | Reading | 1 and 2 |
| Wednesday, April 26 | Language Usage | 1 and 2 |
| 12th Grade | ||
| Monday, April 17 | Math | 3 and 4 |
| Wednesday, April 19 | Language Usage | 3 and 4 |
| Tuesday, April 25 | Reading | 1 and 2 |
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