Friday, December 20, 2024 | N-102425

A renewed Hope!

As we step into the Christmas season, let's renew our hope. May this holiday fill your heart with joy, peace, and anticipation for the new year ahead.

HIGHLIGHTS

A Strides for HOPE

Fun in Community

This past Saturday we were blessed with perfect weather and an incredible turnout for our annual Strides for HOPE fundraiser! The event was energizing, bringing together the wider HOPE community to support student scholarships for HOPE families.

We are incredibly grateful to all who participated, whether you laced up your running shoes for the 10K, 5K, or 2K, shopped at our vibrant vendor market, or enjoyed the thrilling carnival games. Your generosity and enthusiasm made a significant impact.

Together, we raised approximately $3,000 dollars, which will directly support our families in times of unexpected financial challenges, ensuring their children can continue their education at HOPE. Relive the fun day by watching this video.

A night to remember! High School Formal 2024

The moon and the sky aligned perfectly for an epic night at our 2024 High School Formal! ✨ Themed "Disco Cloud 9," this year's High School HOPE Formal took place at the breathtaking Celeste Revolving Restaurant.

Organized by students, this event is a great bonding experience outside the classroom, combining the elegance of fine dining with unforgettable memories. Watch this video and see the photos by Ruang Studios here!

High School Formal Photos

Alumni Basketball Friendly

HOPE always welcomes our alumni home with open arms, especially during this Christmas season. It’s truly a joy to see alumni return to school, reigniting their passion for HOPE and the game of basketball. Students and alumni enjoyed a friendly match on the Secondary Court, forging new friendships and reliving old memories. We cherish these opportunities to reconnect with alumni and celebrate the strong bonds we have built together. Oh, and by the way, the current students won the game with a final second 3-pointer!

Live Lunchtime Performance

Last Friday, we were treated to a delightful lunchtime performance featuring two talented groups of students. First, we were captivated by the Khmer Christian dance performed by Nicodemus and Yejun, who learned and practiced alongside the Christian Cambodian Arts ministry. Following this, a group of Secondary School students serenaded us with a beautiful string and clarinet ensemble. We are incredibly proud of our students' passion, skill, and commitment to the arts.

ACADEMICS

School Reports on SEQTA

Your child's Semester 1 report card is now available on SEQTA Engage. Please log in and take a look. If you have any questions, please contact the Academic Office.

Grade 10 and 12 Mock exams

Following the Christmas break, we have scheduled Mock Exams 2025 from Tuesday, January 21st to Thursday, January 30th, 2025.

Monday, January 20th will be a dedicated Study Without Teachers Day (SWOT), where students can study independently or seek assistance from teachers. We encourage your child to use the Christmas break to review past papers and prepare for the upcoming exams.

For more details, please refer to the Mock Exam Timetable and further information sent in Mrs. Moon's email last week.

Updated Responsible Behavior Policy

We have recently updated our Responsible Behavior Policy to create a more positive learning environment for everyone. We believe that responsible student behavior is important for the well-being and education of our school community. This policy outlines the expected standards of conduct and provides guidance for students to succeed academically and socially. It also explains how the school will address any situations that may arise. Take a moment to review the policy here.

Prayer and Fasting update

Our Prayer and Fasting Week has been moved to February 3-7 in preparation for Camp Week. As we seek God's guidance and strength for the year ahead, let's remember the words of John 15:5: "I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, you will bear much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing." Find the updated version three of the school calendar with this minor adjustment.

See calendar

Author Breanne Orndorff - Book reading

Author Breanne Orndorff visited our Primary classes. She was reading her new book 'Santa Comes To Cambodia'!

Dress-up day - Christmas outfit!

Our students and staff had a fun Christmas Dress Up Day yesterday! Look at their outfits! 🎄🎅

CAMPUS

Campus Guidelines

Over the Christmas break, the campus is open for community use from 8 AM to 5 PM. We kindly ask all visitors to adhere to these campus guidelines, especially during break times and holidays. Remember to bring your HOPE ID card or parent lanyard to show the guards that you are part of the HOPE community. This document outlines the expected guidelines for proper campus usage.

Student IDs

Your High School ID card is now ready! It's your official campus ID, so please treat it with care. If you lose it, you will need to pay a replacement fee of $5.00.

Here are some great places where you can use your ID card for discounts:

In Cambodia:

Free rides on the city bus
City Garden Waterpark
Legend Cinemas
Starbucks
Probowl Sports Academy - Khalandale Mall

Internationally:

Emirate Airlines has student discounts in its fares departing from Cambodia
Apple and Samsung stores have special pricing for students
Premium Spotify for 1.49 USD every month
Several museums, libraries, and galleries offer free entrance or student discounts around the world
You may want to ask your favorite restaurant if they have a student price, several offer a modest discount

Next on the Calendar

December 23 - January 10

Christmas Break

Wednesday, January 8

Front Office reopens

Friday, January 10

New Families Orientation @ The Hall

Monday, January 13

First day of Semester 2

See full Calendar

ANNOUNCEMENTS

New school shirts have arrived and they are 🔥🔥🔥

Upgrade your wardrobe and show your school spirit with our latest designs. Grab yours now for $15. More styles coming soon!

Yearbook Committee Signup

Sign up now to join the creative committee and help shape the 2024-2025 Yearbook! Limited spots available. Enjoy exclusive perks and make lasting memories.

STAFF ECHO

Update on the High School Deputies' roles

Sarah Moon

High School Deputy Principal, IBDP Coordinator

Gina Polley

High School Deputy Principal, IGCSE Coordinator

We are excited to announce updated titles for our High School Deputy Principals to better reflect their specific roles and responsibilities:

Mrs. Sarah Moon: High School Deputy Principal, IBDP Coordinator, and Point of Contact for Grades 11 and 12 parents and students.
Mrs. Gina Polley: High School Deputy Principal and IGCSE Coordinator, and Point of Contact for Grades 9 and 10 parents and students.

These changes will streamline our school’s leadership structure, providing clearer support for our High School students and parents.

Missions is calling!

Do you know someone who has a heart to serve as a teacher? Please share this post and encourage them to apply on our website. We are seeking qualified individuals to join our team at HOPE. Let's continue to pray for the upcoming school year.

See the website

Take the time to pray for…

Departing staff
- Kristine Hegwood (short-term contractor)
- Kelsi McGillivray
Grade 1
- Charleen Caput
- Mesa Thach
Languages
- Sarah Moon
- Jinyoung An
- Lily Oh
- Ennio León
- Saeeda Whitaker
- Xinyi Ju
- Sorya Suos
- Sophorn Lim
- Sreyleak Khorn