Paper: Less is More
One year ago, a paper limit was introduced to each TAS student. Since then, these tabs have kept a precise record of each sheet of paper printed by a student and if explored, revealed a student’s carbon footprint that specific month. After last year’s trial, Upper School information technology head, Mr. Robb Sloan, discovered that “91% of students printed under 400 pages when the limit was 500 pages”. Access to tools such as the Google folders and drop box available on the Online Classroom allowed teachers and students to turn in assignments to be graded without printing out a single ...
Basketball Teams Score Second
by on Feb.25, 2010, under Sports
Travelling to the International School of Kuala Lumper, the varsity basketball teams proudly brought back silver medals. Both teams put up a strong game in the championships, earning the respect and support from live-stream watchers, other IASAS schools’ basketball players, and even the ISKL crowds themselves. ‘After every shot was made, a stream of TAS people would comment about it on the live stream chat,’ said Emily Lin (12). To show further support, ‘people even changed their username colors to blue and gold,’ she added. (continue reading…)
Boys Swim to Victory
by on Feb.23, 2010, under Sports
The swimmers truly broke new ground this year in Singapore: the girls set two records and placed fifth and the boys broke one record and proudly wore the gold medals home. (continue reading…)
Rugby and Touch Rugby teams return with experience
by on Feb.23, 2010, under Sports
After months of drills, scrimmages, and sweat, the Rugby and Touch Rugby teams traveled to Jakarta to compete against the other IASAS schools. (continue reading…)
Double Happiness: Tennis teams both earn Gold
by on Feb.23, 2010, under Sports
In the year of 2010, like a resurrected prophet, TAS IASAS tennis athlete’s success in Jakarta brought memories that seem almost ancient in TAS IASAS history. The last time boy’s tennis placed first was in 1994, a year that is as old as underclassmen members on the team. In addition, the girls team placed first in their division as well. “Winning double gold, TAS tennis has proven itself after all these years.” Said Kevin Kelly (10) (continue reading…)
AVATAR
by on Feb.23, 2010, under Reviews
Between Magic and Logic lies Holmes
by on Feb.23, 2010, under Reviews
Susan Boyle: A Dream come True
by on Feb.23, 2010, under Reviews