For our Term 1 SAP, we imagined and built our own ideal nations to deepen our understanding of governance. We hoped these countries could help address global challenges and lead to a brighter future. Alongside designing national flags, we also explored different creative tools — from AI to games — to bring our ideas to life in new ways. This SAP was especially meaningful because it was our very first one at JIS. Sharing our work in a new environment added excitement and made

We are back! After a restful summer, we are excited to return and can’t wait to play and learn together again. This term, we also have new members joining our class, and many of our Term 2 goals focus on being good communicators so we can connect with them. Term 2 will be full of learning and activities, such as the sports festival and the graduation trip. Let’s enjoy our time together!

Term 1 has passed so quickly. Studying and learning are not always easy, but doing them together with our friends is what makes school enjoyable. The final week of Term 1 was still full of activities. We went on an excursion to visit the Court of Final Appeal in Hong Kong, and there were many end-of-unit tests. Of course, we also held a farewell party for our beloved friend. Over the summer, we will regain our energy and look forward to making new friends. See you all in Term

This year’s Recitation Contest brought the whole school together in a wave of excitement and creativity. Over 100 students from Years 1 to 6 took part, each eager to showcase their memorization skills and expressiveness. The event was more than just a competition; it was a celebration of confidence, emotion, and the power of poetry. How the Contest Worked Students had the choice between two poems, carefully selected for each year group. Their challenge was to memorize one poe

Apologies, due to technical problems this post is late. Last week, our school came alive with energy and joy during the Lantana Festival, also known as the Happy Festival. This annual event brings together students, teachers, and parents to celebrate creativity, teamwork, and talent. The excitement was palpable as every grade prepared to showcase their hard work through plays, songs, and dances. The festival not only highlighted the students’ skills but also strengthened the

What is the best way for a country to govern itself? Different nations have developed various systems of governance. For example, democracy is a system in which power is vested in the people, and citizens elect their leaders through direct elections. In contrast, dictatorship is a form of government where political power is concentrated in the hands of a single leader. We researched different governance systems and created a poster to present our findings. We also shared this

Finally, today was the Lantana Festival, also known as the Happy Festival! We were both nervous and excited about our performance. Every grade gave their best in their show. Watching them motivated us to do our best in our play. We are proud to say that the show went smoothly and was a great success. It was truly a team effort. Go P6!

Over the past few weeks, we have been preparing and practicing for the Lantana Festival. The theme of our performance focuses on the history of Japan, which we studied in Social Studies. We spent time writing scripts and creating props to make our play as realistic and enjoyable as possible. Please look forward to our performance on the day!

This week, we visited the Legislative Council to learn more about governance in Hong Kong. We learned about the work they do and the processes involved in making Hong Kong a better place. We also participated in a role-play activity to experience how Legislative Council members conduct discussions in a meeting. After gaining a deeper understanding of the government in Hong Kong, we will explore how citizens can contribute and become part of the system.

This week at the Japanese International School (JIS) was packed with exciting activities that combined hands-on learning and meaningful exploration. Students enjoyed a lively cooking session in home economics and engaged deeply with an exhibition focused on sustainable development goals (SDGs). These experiences not only made the week fun but also prepared students for upcoming projects that connect classroom learning with real-world issues. Cooking Spinach and Potatoes with