New Cairo British International School

Extra Curricular Activities for 2010/2011 Academic Year: Please note that the ECA's as per the ECA Timetable below are only relevant to TERM 1 (13th September until 2nd December 2010).	Special Activities Permission

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NCBIS operates an extensive ECA program across all Key Stages and age groups. Our aim is to provide students with an exciting program of activities outside of the normal curriculum

that will be delivered by willing, enthusiastic and qualified teachers that will enhance their life experience, increase their skill set and develop their ‘whole self’ in line with the school’s mission statement.

ECA Dates: 13^th September to 2nd December 2010

ECAs will end at 3:45 and buses will leave promptly at 4:00

Eid El Adha: There will be no ECAs from 14^th – 18^th November

ECAs will end at 3:45 and buses will leave promptly at 4:00

Restrictions on Numbers

Every effort will be made to accommodate each student's choices, but there

are often limitations on numbers for some activities.

Descriptions of Activities

Most of the activities are self-explanatory, however, those that require a little more information are marked with an asterisk*. A more detailed explanation of these activities is on the sheet entitled ‘Special Activities’.

Payment for Activities

All money must be paid to the cashier unless otherwise stated. Where there is a restriction on numbers places will be assigned on receipt of payment. When the limit has been reached the cashier will not accept further payments, but each additional student will be placed on a reserve list.

Concerns and Issues

If you have any questions or problems please do not hesitate to contact the school. Mr Sargent will then return your call as soon as possible.

Special Activities

Any student who would like to sign-up for an activity mentioned in this section must complete a permission form and return it signed by a parent. This form should be handed in at the same time as the sign-up form.

Primary Sign-Up Procedure

Complete the ECA Sign up form (and permission form if necessary) and hand it to Mr Sargent on the check-in desk. I will be available at the check-in desk (in front of the Primary/Dutch building) every day from Monday 30^th August to Thursday 2^nd September from 07:30 – 08:10.

Secondary Sign-Up Procedure

Complete the ECA Sign up form (and permission form if necessary) and put it in the ECA post-box (outside the secondary office) by 13:00, Thursday 2^nd September.

International Award (must be over 14)

The International Award is a qualification that is internationally recognised by both employers and universities. Students work independently through four different sections (expedition, recreation, skills & community). The bronze award is usually completed over the course of 6 months whereas the silver takes a minimum of 12 months. The school has been running this award for 3 years and it has become a major part of the school’s ECA program. If you would like more information about the IA then please see Mrs Davidson or Mr Andrew for an application form. You do not have to sign up for this through the ECA brochure.

MUN (Years 10-13)

MUN stands for the Model United Nations. MUN conferences are huge international events through which pupils get the opportunity to meet students from many other schools and engage in political, economic and cultural debate by representing a randomly selected country. NCBIS has attended a number of MUN conferences and those students that have attended will testify to the quality of the event and the long-reaching positive affect that the experience has had on them. If you would like to know more about the MUN then please see Mrs Newton. You do have to sign up for this through the ECA brochure.

School Productions

(Secondary and KS2)

The school has a growing reputation for producing exciting and professional standard drama productions. If you think that you would like to be part of this then please see Miss Walker (secondary) or Mrs Richardson (KS2). They will be able to tell you the production dates and the rehearsal schedule so that you can make an informed decision about which ECAs you are available for. The rehearsal day for the secondary production in the 1^st term will be on Tuesdays, initially and then on Thursdays as well later. You do not have to sign up for this through the ECA brochure.

Orchestra

The school orchestra has grown considerably in the last two years. It regularly puts on concerts, supports school productions and features in official school functions. If you play a musical instrument and would like to be a part of the excellent school orchestra then see Miss Lala and don’t forget to sign-up on the official ECA form.

Sports Teams

NCBIS runs a wide range of sports teams and competes in both local and international events. If you would like to be considered for selection for any of the NCBIS representative teams then please see the noticeboard for training times and tournament dates. You should also see one of the coaches for your sport for more information. You do have to sign up for sports teams through the ECA brochure.

Lighting and Sound

The school puts on a lot of productions, assemblies and functions. In order to make these events as effective as possible specialists are required to do the lighting and sound. Last year a small group of students became experts in these technical areas. If you would like to learn how to do the lighting and sound for theatre productions then please see Mr Keer-Keer about what this entails. You do not have to sign up for this through the ECA brochure.

Junior Achievers (VI Form only)

Students from the VI Form form a ‘fake’ company and compete against other schools to be the most successful. If you are interested in being a part of this activity then please see Mr Golding for more information. You do have to sign up for this through the ECA brochure.

French for Primary students

Mother tongue Arabic speakers have this outstanding opportunity to develop their understanding and proficiency of French. It is not compulsory, but we strongly encourage students to become involved as it will be their only access to this language. The lessons will take place after school from 2:45 – 3:45 and will follow the normal ECA transport arrangements. For Years 3 & 4, lessons will run on Sundays and Wednesdays. For Years 5 & 6, lessons will be on Mondays and Thursdays. Application forms for these lessons can be obtained from the Primary office after 7^th September.

Games Organisation

Can you organise a competition? Do you have ideas for a competition? This is your chance to organise a variety of competitions and games for your fellow students. If you want to know more see Mr Boyd.

Phone: +002 02 2758 2881 Email: info@ncbis.net