APRIL 2014

CONCORDIA NEWS

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Concordia students don’t just have talent in sports, drama, and in their communities but also when it comes to math.

3 NEW CAMPUS CELEBRATION

The excitement could be felt as Concordia parents, teachers, and students stood on the actual ground where our new campus will be.

A pivotal event in Concordia Hanoi’s history! Breaking ground for a new purpose- built campus coming in January 2016.

MATH MADNESS AT CONCORDIA

Concordia students not only have the good looks but also the brains! This year’s Hanoi Math Olympiad was a great test of Concordia students’ intellect as our school sent fifteen students from grades 6-9 to compete against over 100 other students from around the region. This was a chance to work as a team as well as individuals and our students came out on top, bringing home a slew of medals to show for their hard work. All the Concordia ‘mathletes’ placed in their respective competitions with Michelle Frerking, Victoria Atria , Rebecca Yang , YeBin Kim and Gracie Byun bringing home the1st place gold at the middle school level.

Well done students and we look forward to next year’s Olympiad!

CONCORDIA BRINGS HOME THE GOLD IN MATH

Concordia Parents Celebrate Women’s Day in the 4th annual joint social with the

Hanoi International Women’s Club

NEW CAMPUS CELEBRATION

PURPOSE BUILT FACILITY COMING IN JANAURY 2016

Exciting times in Hanoi- Concordia has started on our new purpose-built campus in Van Tri and we had a great celebration to commemorate it! Welcome guests from our sisters schools, Concordia Shanghai and Hong Kong International School, were present as well as a wonderful group of LCMS delegates from all over the globe, including St. Louis.

Students had a chance to help “break ground” alongside our guests and the upper school students had their first taste of putting on the Van Tri greens. Golf and cross-country will be fantastic new additions to our Concordia after school programs when the campus opens.

The new campus will come complete with athletic, art and science facilities. The new location will also help connect Concordia to the expat West Lake area via the Nhat Tan Bridge.

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CEELBRATING CONCORDIA’S CULTURES

SHOW YOUR CULTURAL COLORS!

Thank you parents for an amazing day of cultural food, games, and other great activities as we celebrate our diversity of languages and countries. A special thank you to Lilit Soelter for the lovely fashion show and Aimee Cima for organizing the parents as well as all the other Concordia PSO parents who came together to share their national pride.

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NEW CONCORDIA FACULTY IN 2014-2015

Martha Seibel – Music Education

Ms. Seibel teaches music at Arrowpoint Elementary School in the Hazelwood School District of St. Louis, Mo. She is a gifted musician with extensive playing and leading experience in various symphonies and choral groups. Her principal instrument is the French horn. She also plays the piano. Ms. Seibel received her undergraduate degree from Concordia University – Chicago and she has recently completed a Masters degree from Kent Sate in music education. She enjoys all types of music, traveling, and outdoor activities.

Chris Doutt – Physical Education

Mr. Doutt currently teaches Physical Education at St Paul American School in Hanoi. He has an extensive physical education and outdoor education background. He coaches multiple sports at the high school level and he has lead multiple leadership development activities through outdoor activities. Mr. Doutt and his wife volunteer with the middle school and high school youth groups through Hanoi International Fellowship.

Teresa Winterstein Middle School Science and Social Studies

Mrs. Winterstein has taught a variety of subjects and age levels during her career. She currently teaches Language Arts and Science to middle school students in the Bedford School System in southern Michigan and Curriculum and Instruction to university students at Lourdes University. She has an undergraduate and a Masters degree in education. She has been named a Teacher of the Year twice in the Bedford School System. She is married to Tim Winterstein, Concordia’s new advancement director, and they have two elementary age children. Mrs. Winterstein is an avid running, reader, and enjoys time with her family.

Stephen Conroy Middle School/High

School Humanities

Mr. Conroy is currently teaching in the New York City Public School system. He has several years of experience working with middle school and high school student Language Arts and Humanities. He possesses an undergraduate degree in English and a Masters in education. Mr. Conroy enjoys traveling, experiencing new cultures, and participating in a wide variety of sports and outdoor activities. Mr. Conroy will be teach middle school and high school language arts and humanities classes.

Tim Winterstein – Director of Advancement

Mr. Winterstein will be joining Concordia to serves as the Director of Advancement. The Director of Advancement will oversee the admissions, communications, marketing, and development program of the school. Mr. Winterstein has experience teaching, coaching, leading diverse educational programs, and leading a nationwide

advancement program. He has an undergraduate degree in education from Valpariso University and a Masters from

Concordia University – Michigan. He loves meeting new people and learning about new cultures. He enjoys a wide

variety of sports and coaches multiple teams in his community..

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CONCORDIA ALL-SCHOOL FIELD DAY- APRIL 17(Please note this is a change in date due to a rainy March). Parent Volunteers needed! No preparation necessary as parents can just show up on the day to help. Field Day lasts from 8:30- 11:30am. Contact Upper School Principal, Patrick Frerking to help.

To share an event in the next newsletter, please contact Lia Garcia at communications@concordiahanoi.org

APRIL EVENTS:

Book Fair Open to Concordia parents only

Concordia Book Fair Open to Hanoi the Community

Student-Led Conferences (No Class, by appointment with teacher)

Girls & Boys Volleyball Game at UNIS- GO CONCORDIA!

King Hung Holiday (NO SCHOOL)/ Teacher Prof. Development

Parent Coffee Morning @ Play Cafe/ Girls & Boys Volleyball vs. HIS

Session 4 After School Activities (ASAs) begin

Concordia All- School FIELD DAY- Parent help needed!

Girls & Boys Basketball Tournament at UNIS- GO CONCORDIA!

HAPPY EASTER!

Volleyball vs. BVIS- GO CONCORDIA!

Session 4 After School Activities (ASAs)

Upper School Student Service Trip to Phu Tho Province

Spring Break- see you back at Concordia on Monday, May 5!

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Family and Friends

Sunday 13th April, 2014Run, Walk, Stroller or Scooter and come and join the fun

Run, Walk, Stroller or Scooter and come and join the fun

Run, Walk, Stroller or Scooter and come and join the fun

Run, Walk, Stroller or Scooter and come and join the fun

Run, Walk, Stroller or Scooter and come and join the funRegistration from 9.00am with the warm up and start from 9.30amMedals awarded to all participating childrenPrice: Member & members family member vnd 50,000 (Non members vnd 80,000) per person

(includes HIWC cap, childrens medal and water drink at the post race party)Start and finish point is Al Fresco's in An Quang, Tay HoAl Fresco's are offering great prices on a post run Barbecue, so continue the fun and stay around to enjoy some live music and spot prizes!

Parents should be responsible for children at all times

Proudly Sponsored by International SOS

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ConcordiaBook Fair

April 3-4 from 8am-5pmOn the Concordia Campus

Open to the Hanoi Community

Books for Preschool to High School

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Featuring over 600 titles from international publishers including

Scholastic, Houghton Mifflin, Penguin Books, Oxford Press,

McGraw Hill and so many more!

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