New evening IELTS course September 14, 2009
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Washington is starting a new part time IELTS class to be held on Tuesday and Thursday nights from 7pm to 9pm. This is a twelve week course. For details, see the link on the Washington website home page.
July Student’s of the Month August 19, 2009
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It took a while, but we finally got in all the nominations for July Student of the month. Here are the winners. To see the names of the other nominees, go to the home page of the website here.
Guo Xiao Ying, Leona in the Tertiary Category seen here with her teacher, Mr Brian
Caroline Hongo in the Government Prep category seen here with her teacher, Ms Melanie.
Zheng Qiu Ling in the English category seen here with her teacher, Mr Edward.
Congratulations to all of you!
Students of the Month Announced June 16, 2009
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Last month we initiated a Student of the Month program to recognize students who are outstanding in the areas of class participation, diligence, attitude and attendance.
Based on votes by the teachers, one student was selected in the course categories of English, Tertiary, and Government Preparation.
Congratulations to each of you for your great efforts!
The winner in the English category is Lai Thi Huong Giang (Jane). With her is her Pre-Intermediate teacher, Mr. Chandru.
Receiving the award for Government Prep (O level) is Chen Hui Zhen (Vivien), shown here with Department, Head Mr. Justin Lee.
Nguyen Ha Trung Quan (Nick) from the Certificate in Business class is the winner in the Tertiary category. His award was presented by the Department Head, Dr. Peter Ng.
Bon Voyage to one of our best May 22, 2009
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It is with sad but hopeful hearts that both students and staff bid farewell to Chen Yun (Vivien) who will be leaving Washington tomorrow for the US.
Vivien has been a model student from the first day she arrived. On time every day and working hard, she has been an integral part of every class she has taken. And always with that great smile.
She formed many close friendships here and we sincerely hope she stays in touch. We all wish her the very best as she sets out on her new adventure in the west.
And don’t worry about those Americans, Viv. They’re gonna love ya. Just keep smiling.
A fond farewell to Miss Stephanie May 15, 2009
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The English faculty held a farewell luncheon today for our own Miss Stephanie who will be leaving soon to return to France. We’re all sad to lose her but wish her the very best in her future adventures (and we hope to see her back here once again). Sorry for the poor quality pics, but I only had my phone.
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We all met for the buffet at the Allson Hotel. The food was delicious!
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Mr Justin, who organized the event, is seen here with Miss Elizabeth.
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Mr Vincent tried to chat with Mrs Raj, but she was concentrating on her food.
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Miss Melanie and Miss Rita. I don’t remember if this was seconds or thirds.
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Miss Pauline and Miss Violet were on hand to share in the festivities.
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Mr Alex imparting some words of wisdom to our newest colleague and Miss Stephanie’s replacement, Mr Louis.
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And finally our Guest of Honor, Miss Stephanie, opens her going away gift as the others look anxiously on.
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Wow, a beautiful, and I’m sure terribly expensive silver noose necklace!
I’m sure you will all join me in wishing Stephanie bon voyage and good luck in the future. Steph, we’re gonna miss ya.
EXAMS!!! May 12, 2009
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This Friday is exam day. Most English classes will be having mid-terms and a couple of diploma classes will be having finals. Good luck everyone!
Swine Flu update May 6, 2009
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Due to the recent outbreak of this new flu strain, special measures should be taken to insure that you and your classmates remain healthy and flu-free.
Students are encouraged to take their own temperatures daily and see a doctor if there is any sign of fever. At the school, we are taking everyone’s temp each morning and will continue to do so until all danger has passed.
Be diligent! Don’t take any chances with this bug.
Washington Institute? Yup, that’s us May 2, 2009
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In case you missed it in the title, our school has a new name.
Effective Monday, May 4, we will become Washington Institute. This name reflects not only the growth of the school but our focus on creative learning and a unique structure of curriculum.
We’re proud of the new name and the progress we’ve made and we are confident that each and every student will benefit from the recent changes in location and name, and the other changes still yet to come.
ACE Closes out Term 1 with a Bang April 1, 2009
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During Term 1 morning class ACE students took three Diploma modules and finished up with an overall pass rate of 90%! Congratulations everyone for the great effort.
Special kudos to Do Phuoc Bao Tran (Trist) and Hang Lam Thanh Trang (Jenny) for attaining High Distinction in the Principles of Marketing and Business Communications modules and to Guo Xiao Ying (Leona) and Ko Wai Shan (Shannon) for attaining High Distinction in the Public Speaking module. Great job!
ACE students “Ace” their exams March 22, 2009
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First term ACE students have completed their Marketing and Business Communications diploma modules and are currently taking their Public Speaking module. Final exam results are in for the first two modules and 96% PASSED, many receiving Credit and above.
Great job ACE!
