Dear Parents and Guardians of Year 7 Students,
I hope this letter finds you well and that you and your child are looking forward to the start of the new academic year at Discovery Bay International School. As we prepare to welcome our Year 7 students, I would like to provide you with additional important information regarding the first day of school.
To ensure a smooth start to the day, we kindly request that all Year 7 students arrive on the school pitch promptly from 8.15 a.m. on Thursday 17th August. They will be warmly greeted by myself, Mr. Ioan Morgan, Head of Year 7, and their assigned form tutor. Students will have time in their new form classes to provide an opportunity to settle in, meet their classmates and receive any necessary instructions before the start of the school day.
In preparation for the day, please ensure that your child comes equipped with pens, their charged computer with charger, and a padlock for their school locker. Having these essential items will allow them to actively engage in their learning from the very beginning.
We would also like to draw your attention to the importance of adhering to our uniform requirements. Please ensure that your child arrives dressed in the correct school uniform, as outlined in our uniform policy. This will help create a sense of unity and belonging among the students and foster a positive learning environment.
On the first day, we would like to facilitate a reflective and supportive environment for our Year 7 students. Therefore, we have scheduled an additional form time from 3.25 to 3.35pm. This extra time will allow students to share their first day experiences, ask any questions they may have, and address any concerns that may have arisen. We kindly ask for your understanding that this may result in students returning home slightly later than usual.Â
Furthermore, at 4pm I will be hosting an online meet where I will have a brief reflection on the day and address any urgent questions or concerns you may have as parents of Year 7 students. We highly encourage you to join this session to stay informed and engaged in your child’s educational journey.
Online Meet Details
Date: Thursday 17th August
Time: 4pm – 4.15pm
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/wpg-xrdw-zxpÂ
Or dial: ‪(US) +1 484-321-6860‬ PIN: ‪621 685 380‬#
Finally, I would like to remind you that our Meet-the-Team event will take place in the Globe on Monday 21st August, starting at 6pm. This event will provide an excellent opportunity for you to meet the teaching team and gain further insights into the year ahead for your child.
Thank you for your attention to these important details. We are excited to embark on this new academic year with your child and look forward to a productive and successful year. Should you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.
Best wishes,
Mr. Ioan Morgan
Head of Year 7
Discovery Bay International School