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Dear Students, parents and friends of EMIS,
EMISnews is EMIS’ periodic newsletter that keeps you updated on our school, its students, staff and the progress of its mission of Making Education a Force for Peace and Sustainability in the Middle East!
EMIS is an international boarding school in Israel that teaches both the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program and the British Cambridge Program with a focus on Entrepreneurship, Sustainability and Peace. You may view the EMIS short documentary video at this link.
Our students recently returned from a long winter vacation energized to start the second semester with an extensive load of projects such as: Jerusalem Project, community services, IB final exams, Visual Arts exhibition and Graduation cerermony - May 25th - Save the date!
EMIS is in the midst of its admission process for outstanding young individuals from around the world to attend the 2017-2019 EMIS class (Year 4) applications for class 2017 are currently being accepted. If you know anyone suitable who might be interested please pass this information on to them. The ideal candidates should be in grade 9th or 10th, strong academically, with reasonable English, active in their community, willing to travel abroad, curious and passionate about making the world a better place. Scholarships are available to admitted students based on merit and financial need. To apply please direct the candidates to our web-site: http://em-is.org/en/home#!admissions.
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IN THIS ISSUE
> EMIS students meet Israel's President
> The "Jerusalem Project"
> YOCOPAS - Educational Circle meets
> Chinese New Years Celebration at EMIS
> The Running Club
> Art Exhibition
> EMISers aroud the world!
* Photos credit: Rebecca, Shy Zvouloun, Yoav Eshel and Adee Sela.
Israel president Mr. Ruvi Rivlin
EMIS students and staff visited with Israel president Mr. Rubi Rivlin at his official residence. Mr. Rivlin said that for him this was one the most moving moments of his presidency, seeing how our mission to use education as a force for peace in our region is being put into practice. Five of our students addressed the president and shared some of their "Jerusalem Project" experience as well as being a student at EMIS.
Benjamin from Poland said: "In EMIS, my horizons have been broadened. I realised how pointless are fears of people of other cultures or religions, I learnt to appreciate values that are at stake in contemporary world: tolerance, respect, open-mindedness, and yet there is a long way to go, a lot more to understand."
Ameen from East Jerusalem neighborhood of Shuafat said: "To me, this school is an opportunity. With the amazing opportunities and multicultural people you are surrounded by at EMIS, you are encouraged to leave your comfort zone: to venture far and deep into your stretch zone where you are able to experience the wonders of life and to expand your horizons."
For the full speeches made by the students click here >>>
For the speeches posted by Rubi Rivlin in his Twitter account - click here >>>
Jerusalem Project Week
Recently, our students had the chance to go on an amazing opportunity in which they were able to visit Jerusalem, see its holy sites, conduct projects within the city, to learn outside the classroom, and to connect their learning with the mission of the school. Jerusalem Week, which took place on the 30th of January to the 1st of February, was an opportunity for students to engage with their surroundings and to learn more through seeing different parts of the city and hearing different opinions on the city. On the first day... Click here to continue reading >>>
YOCOPAS - Educational Circle Meets
As soon as our teachers returned from their winter vacation we resumed our Educators for Peace and Sustainabilty circle. The circle is part of our annual Youth Collaboration of Peace and Sustainability Conference, YOCOPAS.
At our last meeting our partner school educators from Palestine and Israel joined to reflect on the October conference. Our partner, Dr. Nedal Jayousi, led a workshop on : "Leadership and Conflict Resolution style: How do you manage conflict?"
EMIS students ran the afternoon session, they lead small groups discussions to shape YOCOPAS 2017. It was decided that next year's conference theme will be"Cross Borders" .
SAVE THE DATE, YOCOPAS 2017, October 26-28.
Chinese New Year Celebration at EMIS
Chinese New Year Celebrations come to Tel Aviv!
On 24th January 2017, Chinese students from EMIS paid a visit to the Spring Festival at Tel Aviv University to take part in the Chinese New Year celebrations. There was a traditional Chinese Tea Ceremony, a quiz, lectures by professors at the University and a chance to try some delicious Chinese dumplings! The students celebrated afterwards with a traditional Chinese meal where they shared stories and laughter with friends who are so far away from home.
The students from EMIS wish you a GONG XI FA CAI!
The Running Club
Following the EMIS tradition of engaging with local communities and volunteer around Israel, the EMIS Running Club is raising funds to organize a purim party for refugee children.
In collaboration with the non-governmental organization OneDay Social Volunteering, the Running Club has been training for the Samsung Urban Marathon 10k to run for a cause. The 35 kids have indeed decided to leave a positive mark upon their sorroundings by teaming up with OneDay and organizing a late Purim party, April 7th, for refugee kids with fun and sports themed stations.
In order to afford the paint and the many other things they need to make less fortunate children smile, they need your help.
Share, spread and donate!
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Art Exhibition
EMIS visual art graduating class of 2017 will be presenting their individual final art project at the annual visual art exhibition "GROWTH".
Our first year art students will present a group exhibition titled : "Self - Identity and Conflict" .
Throughout the year, our art students, lead by Ms. Shlomit Kanfi, nurtured their passion for their surroundings and the adventure offered by EMIS.
The opening will take place on Thursday, March 2nd, at 18:00pm with a reception. Please see the enclosed as a personal invitation. Hope to see you.
For more details click here >>>
EMISers Around the World
After two exhilarating yet challenging years, EMIS' inaugural class have stored away their caps and gowns and moved on to be dispersed around the world. However, the bonds of fellowship and friendship fostered at EMIS transcend borders and alumni continue to cross paths around the world. From Harvard and MIT in Boston, to Jacobs in Germany and NYU in Abu Dhabi, our (fomer) students remain EMISers at heart.
Leen Jayousi “Finished my first semester at Al-Quds Bard college, majoring in Biology !”
Gabriel Berdet Working at F&M`s admission`s office
Sofiya Klyuch Having final exams for the first semester. planing to come to you. Studies International Business Administration at Lauder Business School.
Maria Tîrnovanu “On break now, finished the first semester at Harvard and going back in a week. Between that and jobs and extracurriculars, all is going well! Looking forward to see what everyone is doing!”
  
  
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