English Speech Fest 2015

ENGLISH SPEECH FEST 2015

Last week, on 30^th April, Junior High Students had an annual event, English Speech Fest 2015. The Speech Fest ran smoothly and each student performed well. The students were divided into 2 batch, in the morning and afternoon. Grade 8 students talked about the Youth Of Today and they wore formal costumes. Grade 7 students performed different stories and poems, and they also practiced acting and self-confidence. 

Grade 5 and Grade 6 students watched our performance. They gave each performance a score and comments. Each of us was given a big applause. I told the story of a poor child that lost his parents and its tragic memories. I tried to act nicely and dramaticly. It’s my first time to join this great event, and I hoped I got good scores. 

- Gabriel (Adzra)

CSW @ Bali 2015

               Last 21 April, we had our CSW. That time, our CSW was held in Bali. We arrived at the airport around 4.00 - 5.15 a.m. One of my friend arrived last, but she wasn't late, she made it on time. We boarded out plane at 6.00 a.m. and arrived at Bali at 8.30 a.m. (WIT). Some activities in Bali brought back many memories.

               After arriving at Bali, we had our breakfast at the airport's Burger King. After everybody had breakfast, we went to Tanah Lot. Even thought I ever went there, it's still fun because this time, it's with my friends. I learned many things from the CSW activities like farming, rafting and more. It's very fun,

My favorite activities are rafting, cycling, paintings, fishing and farming. Because of the fun activities, extraordinary moments and funny moments, I had the best week in my life. Event thought we only stay at Bali for 4 days and 4 nights, it's still the most memorable moment in my life.

               It's raining cats and dogs when we went to Tirta Empul and so, we must wait until the rain went down a little, We borrowed some umbrellas and went inside the temple. It's lucky we had sunny weather when we went rafting, cycling and farming. I hope I can return to Bali soon and went to these places again.

-Andromeda (Audrey L)

Fantastic Bali Trip

Last month, on 21 to 25 April, we had a school trip to Bali. We visited some famous places, restaurants with delicious foods and we spent almost all the time together. We departed from Jakarta on 6.00 and arrived in Bali at 8.30. Then, we went to Tanah Lot and took a lot of pictures. At Tanah Lot, the view was very fascinating. I really like to look the waves and its blue sea.

The second day was my favourite, because we have rafting and trip to Laka Leke Restaurant. The rafting area was very fun and we really enjoyed when the big splash of water hit us. We were really incredibly wet and we didn’t forget to took pictures of its amazing view. We painted the egg and kite at Laka Leke. We also practiced the Kecak Dance with MISB students. The performance of the Kecak Dance was wonderful. 

On the third day, we went fishing and farming. We were taught to farm indigenously and we also had a fishing competition. We have a lot of experiences on this day. Then, we went to Tirta Empul to see the Pura, sacred places and pond. Last, we visited the GWK. There, we watched the Kecak Dance in the theater, we took pictures in front of the GWK statue. We also had our dinner there. 

It’s almost the day to go home.. on the fourth day, we went to Bali Bird Park and Cycling. We should be careful when we rode the bike aroung the rice field. We stopped by to Luwak Coffee Shop and Tradititional Bali House. Some of us bought the expensive Luwak Coffee. We continued our trip to rest by tasting each variants of coffee. There were some accidents during the Biking. We visited Bali Bird Park. We saw a lotof beautiful-feathered birds and they’re unique. Last, we went to Sanur Beach. Before going to Sanur Beach, we went to Balerung to study about the conventional dance and music. 

It’s the last day in Bali. On the fifth day, we have packed out baggages and belongings. We went to Krishna to buy oleh-oleh for our families in Jakarta. The time that we have together ran too fast. I felt so sad leaving Bali. We went back to Jakarta at around 11.30 p.m. Bye Bali! 

-         - Gabriel (Adzra)

Mentari Book Review Show 2015

“ Mentari book review show 2015 “

On 27^th February, the Junior High students held their book review show. Grade 8 started their show at 7.45. The ESL students began first. The hosts were Grecia and Reynaldi. They discussed about ‘The Holes’ novel. Some of the junior high students performed their talents. They took turns while the new segment started singing, playing keyboard, dancing, and playing violin gave the performers big applause and cheers.

Grade 8 EFL students proceeded the show by talking about another novel that they’ve read. Vianca and Bastian became the hosts and they did it very well. They spoke English fluently and answered sensibly that made me, “Whoa!”. They were really talented for entertainment.

I wore tosca dress, while Phoebe didn’t. It annoyed me very much, as another girls hosts wore graceful dress. I started biting my nails signifying I was nervous because it was my first time to be a host. I sat on a white chair in front of the audience, grade 6, grade 7 and grade 8 students. I imagined I sat there staring at their eyes like a clown. I tried to keep calm and tried to enjoy the show.

The Grade 7 EFL students discussed about “ The Boy In The Striped Pajamas “ novel. All EFL students became the interviewers. I asked them questions while my body started trembling. I didn’t know why should I do that because I’m not shivering as the show place was really hot.

I got many knowledge and experiences to perform as a host properly and confidently. I wished Vincent wanted to be Phoebe’s partner next year. It should be a boy and a girl. So.. it’s a memorable day for us, even though I’m not in really good mood. 

- Gabriel (Adzra) 

CNY Celebration

“ Fantastic CNY Celebration “

Last month, the school held the Chinese New Year on 19^th February. We spent the time in school, practice dancing for the performance and watching Barongsai. Some of the girls wore beautiful Cheongsam, and some didn’t. They looked elegant, while the boys didn’t.

Mr Josh really appreciated for girls who wore Cheongsam. Some of the students gave Mr Josh traditional chinese foods and snacks. Grade 7 students waited their turn to perform in the class. Some of my friends seemed really bored, because there’s nothing to do in the class. Only walking around, giggling, chitchatting and playing.

We were surprised because of the loud sound from Barongsai, going up to the auditorium. We went out from the class and watching them performing near the stairs. After they entertained us, some of my friends gave them angpao. I thought they will got a million rupiah as many students greeted them excitedly and gave them angpao.

At 12.30, the junior high students went to the auditorium for practice our special dancing performance until more than three times. So tiring and boring, as we watched another class performing.

It’s the show time! Grade 7 performed quite good with the weird dancing. I felt really nervous and shy, as the girls wore makeup. I stood in front of the stage. Lao Shi Erni taught us how to dance. Even though the performance was boring, the show went smooth.

The junior high students went home based on the regular schedule. After the school, the school had holidays for 2 days.

- Gabriel (Adzra)