ISB DELVE Handbook 2023-2024

Table of Contents

Welcome from our High School Principal

High School Principal (justina@isb.ac.th)

ISB Vision, Mission, & Definition of Learning

Our Vision

Our Mission

Definition of Learning

Our Values

ISB Student Attributes

DELVE Philosophy and Rationale

DELVE Course Objectives

DELVE Student Timeline of events

Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich Requirements

Students must meet the participation requirements listed below (see exceptions below):

Courses

In Thailand Trips

Outside Thailand Trips

DELVE Risk Assessment & Safety Procedures Criteria

DELVE Regulations

Cancellation Policy Force Majeure

Student Responsibilities

Parental Responsibilities

Behavioural Expectations

DELVE Technology Expectations

Student Reflection Guidelines

Registration Process

Lucky Number Draw

Registration Guidelines:

Registration Checklist

Seniors

DELVE Courses

Important Notes:

A Taste of Thailand

Building an Inclusive Bangkok

Care for Coral

Cycling in Thailand

Elephant Nature Park

Habitat for Humanity Thailand (Local)

iCare

Junior Special Olympics (JSO)

Kanchanaburi Ourland

Khum Lanna

Lisu Lodge and Village

Maharaj Home for Boys

Marine Conservation Koh Tao/Koh Samui

Maekok River Village Community Service

Mercy Center

Movement Playground

Nonthaburi School For The Deaf

Painters/Builders with a Conscience

Phamahatai Suksa Inclusive School

Pun Pun Organic Farm

Reclaiming the Coastline (EWC)

Save Our Seas (SOS)

Sam Roi Yot

Shark Guardians

SUP Expedition

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Teacher Internship

TerraCycle Bkk

Wat Koo Kindergarten

Wilderness Adventure

Wildlife Conservation & Service

Important Notes:

Bali Indago

Cambodia

Cebu, Philippines

Japan Trekking

Laos

Nepal

Vietnam

Welcome from our High School Principal

Dear Parents and Students,

Welcome to the Discover Explore Learn Volunteer Enrich (D.E.L.V.E) program handbook. DELVE is a required weeklong program for High School students that involves outside-of-the-classroom learning experiences. Activities take place on or off campus, in country, or in neighboring countries. DELVE is an integral program that provides exciting learning and service opportunities for our students as well as a multitude of new contexts for friendships to develop

ISB is committed to providing its students with the knowledge, skills and understandings to live in and contribute effectively to a global society This vision is embedded in our mission statement and our curriculum The DELVE Program plays a significant role in these aspects of student learning too Similarly DELVE gives ISB students some of their most enduring High School memories In short, we want students to learn and grow from their community service work, develop awareness for global issues, and deepen their understanding of the country and region in which they live.

The Discover Explore Learn Volunteer Enrich program involves every student and every teacher in the high school; the organization, administration and implementation of the program is a team effort and we ask that parents and students play their part in meeting all requirements. Please read this handbook and the DELVE section of the Parent/Student Handbook so that you fully understand all the opportunities, expectations, travel details, and safety precautions before choosing a course

If you have any questions regarding registration or the DELVE program, please contact Khun Pat Boonswad (email: patarinb@isb ac th or ext 3380) or Mr Assimakopoulos (email: petera@isb ac th or ext 3381)

We look forward to another successful year of learning outside of the classroom.

Sincerely,

Justin Alexander

High School Principal (justina@isb ac th)

ISB Vision, Mission, & Definition of Learning

Our Vision

Enriching communities through the intellectual, humanitarian and creative thoughts and actions of our learners.

Our Mission

Through outstanding teaching in a nurturing environment, ISB inspires students to:

● Achieve their academic and personal potential

● Be passionate, reflective learners

● Become caring, global citizens

● Lead healthy, active, balanced lives

Definition of Learning

ISB values meaningful and transferable learning where we construct understanding by developing and applying knowledge, skills, and attitudes As learners, we develop and show our understanding when we:

● Apply our learning to new situations

● Inquire to extend our learning

● Create solutions

Our Values

● Integrity

● Care

● Courage

● Commitment

● Balance

● Gratitude

● Respect

● Responsibility

● Communicate our learning effectively

● Make connections across our learning

● Reflect critically on our learning

ISB Student Attributes

● Creative

● Socially Intelligent

● Adaptable

● Globally-minded

● Self-managing

● Value-driven

DELVE Philosophy and Rationale

ISB defines a global citizen as someone who is aware of the wider world, cares about people and the environment, and takes action to make the world a better place.

The Discover Explore Learn Volunteer Enrich DELVE program is designed to give students the experiences that will inspire them to become caring global citizens. Students will engage in sustainable service and/or gain awareness of issues that transcend borders. They will develop an understanding of issues of poverty, indigenous peoples, and environmental degradation and preservation while simultaneously helping people Students will often plan and work as teams, strengthening their teamwork for a common goal of the greater good

DELVE Course Objectives

As a result of participating in Discover Explore Learn Volunteer Enrich DELVE students will:

● understand that humans have intrinsic worth regardless of differences

● be curious about and sensitive to human diversity, including the cultures of the host country

● work and communicate effectively and sensitively with people from diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and cultures

● understand that people, places, economies and environments are all inextricably interrelated and that choices and events can have an impact on a global scale

● be aware of how their choices and decisions affect people and the environment

● appreciate and care about the environment and be committed to sustainable practices

● take action to preserve and protect the environment

● understand that social injustice is rooted in personal and cultural prejudice as well as socio-economic disparity

● have concern for social injustice and inequality and affirm the rights and dignity of all people

● take action to address social injustice

DELVE Student Timeline of events

May 19 DELVE Handbook Uploaded to ISB Website

May 19-24 DELVE iFair through CAS website (cas.isb.ac.th)

May 25 DELVE Q&A/DELVE Lucky Draw

May 25

May 30

May 31

August 21

August 23

Grade 11 and Grade 9 Registration Opens

Grade 10 and Grade 8 Registration Opens

Khun Pat and Peter A. to follow up with any unregistered students

Student Assignment List Posted at school by ID number & emailed out

Online Trip Permission/Medical Forms & Parent Permission Forms send to parents via Operoo

August 23

1st DELVE Course Meeting (Teachers to follow up with students whose parents have not submit the permission form)

August 23-September 1 Window for changes and knock on effects of changes

September 8

September 29

October 9

September 13

November 15

Permission Forms due

Payment Due

Students who have not completed DELVE payments by September 29 transferred to non-overnight, low cost courses

2nd DELVE Course Meeting

3rd DELVE Course Meeting

November +/- 20-24 DELVE Week

Courses may depart ISB as early as Friday, November 17th. All courses return to ISB no later than Friday, November 24th, 2023.

Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich Requirements

Students must meet the participation requirements listed below (see exceptions below):

1. DELVE Credit

Students who successfully complete their DELVE course requirements will receive ¼ elective credit. DELVE is a required course for graduation from ISB Students will be graded on a Pass/Fail basis All course requirements must be completed to receive credit Partial credit will not be awarded

2. DELVE Reflection

Students are asked to complete reflection tasks throughout their DELVE experiences. Reflecting is an important part of learning Students are asked to take the time to evaluate their actions, review their effectiveness, understand the world around them, and have a better understanding of their strengths and weaknesses

3.

We believe that the primary learning during DELVE occurs during the course itself in the experiences and interactions that students will have with nature, the people they connect with, their sponsors, their fellow course participants and themselves Experiential learning is best achieved and retained when students are given opportunities to reflect upon their learning

Students are expected to be present on all the days during DELVE week Being present goes beyond showing up We want our students to engage with each other, their teachers, sponsors, visiting communities, and nature. The minimum requirements for the week are demonstrating clear and polite communication skills and a willingness to grow through their actions.

To successfully pass the DELVE course and earn ¼ credit, each student must:

● Attend DELVE planning and follow-up meetings

● Participate and engage fully in the activities and learning opportunities provided

● Post their DELVE reflection on the medium that the sponsor chooses

● Assist the group in submitting and preparing photos and materials for student publications. Some courses may have additional requirements as specified in the individual Course Descriptions in this Handbook. The course sponsor will assess each student and assign a Pass or No Credit grade.

4.

Rationale: We believe that the goals of DELVE are achieved through participation in a variety of trips.

DELVE Assessment - going beyond ‘showing up’

Students may not repeat a DELVE Trip.

Courses

In Thailand Trips

A Taste of Thailand

Building an Inclusive Bangkok

Care for Coral

Cycling in Thailand

Elephant Nature Park

Habitat for Humanity Thailand (Local)

iCare

Junior Special Olympics (JSO)

Kanchanaburi Ourland

Khum Lanna

Lisu Lodge and Village

Maharaj Home for Boys

Marine Conservation Koh Tao/Koh Samui

Maekok River Village Community Service

Mercy Center

Movement Playground

Nonthaburi School For The Deaf

Painters/Builders with a Conscience

Phamahatai Suksa Inclusive School

Pun Pun Organic Farm

Reclaiming the Coastline (EWC)

Save Our Seas (SOS)

Sam Roi Yot

Shark Guardians

SUP Expedition

Teacher Internship

TerraCycle

Wat Koo Kindergarten

Wilderness Adventure

Wildlife Conservation & Service

Outside Thailand Trips

Bali Indago

Cambodia Service & Community Insight

Cebu, Philippines

Japan Trekking

Laos

Nepal

Vietnam

DELVE Risk Assessment & Safety Procedures Criteria

The nature and purpose of specific DELVE courses may expose students to a degree of risk not typical of regular on-campus classes. Recognising that courses involving travel, physical activity, and exploration are not risk-free, all courses are subject to a risk and safety assessment The following criteria have been established to assess and minimise the potential risks associated with DELVE courses All courses are subject to the following:

● Prior to departure, a review of student health records shall be conducted. Parents must inform course sponsors of any special health-related issues regarding their child(ren)

● Specific courses may require students to submit a medical clearance certificate and a physical

● Courses which require rigorous physical activity or special skills may require mandatory pre-course training or assessment. Such requirements will be stated in the course description.

● Program administrators will work with regional security personnel to stay current with travel advisories and warnings

● Out-of-Bangkok courses must include emergency medical evacuation and insurance coverage for all participants Such coverage will be included in the cost of each course Courses shall not include activities for which appropriate insurance coverage is not available.

● Competent medical personnel shall prepare first aid kits appropriate to the nature and destination of each course.

● Access to emergency medical care, communication availability, travel conditions, and evacuation procedures must be confirmed for all out-of-Bangkok destinations. Such information must be communicated to all participants and parents before departure

DELVE Regulations

Important Safety Requirement - Medical

Please be aware that parents may be asked to retrieve their children in the event of a medical issue during overnight trips outside of Bangkok, as a precautionary measure. We understand that this may be an obstacle for parents to permit their child to attend an overnight trip Students would be isolated comfortably until their parents could come to take them home

Registration DELVE

DELVE registrations are prioritised by grade level, with priority sign-ups given to Grade 12 students and final priority to Grade 9.

Cancellation Policy & Force Majeure

If we are asked to cancel a DELVE trip due to circumstances out of our control, we will offer the following refund policy.

a Before August 30th: 100% refund if DELVE is cancelled Some costs cannot be refunded - materials, perishables, services for nonprofit organisations, airline deposits, etc. We will work with the providers and airlines to guarantee and refund as close to 100% of the payment as possible.

b After August 30th and before September 15th: No less than 50% will be refunded if we are forced to cancel DELVE for reasons outside our control. Some bookings and accommodations might be non-refundable. Some costs cannot be refunded - materials, perishables, services for nonprofit organisations, airline purchases, etc We will work with the providers and airlines to guarantee and refund as close to 50% of the payment as possible

c. After September 15th: We will work with the providers to guarantee and refund as much of the payment as possible A complete loss of payment might occur as this is very close to the departure date, and many accommodations and bookings will be cancelled without a refund

d For all air travel trips, a non-refundable deposit to the airline will be subtracted from the refund after plane tickets are booked Airline tickets are booked one to two weeks after placements The amount depends on what was non-refundable by the airline

e Families that decide to change DELVE trips might be charged the full amount of the trip they plan on switching out of and the cost of the new trip This depends on what the provider has booked and is unable to refund before the trip

Students wishing to change the course assignments after the last transfer date will be responsible for any costs the original course retains due to the cancellation so that other participants do not have a sudden increase in costs.

Student Responsibilities

● Get familiar with all the courses on offer through this booklet and the videos found on the CAS website (cas.isb.ac.th).

● Obtain parental approval BEFORE registering for any course

● Meet requirements for their assigned course and submit a payment for this course

● All payments are non-refundable and non-transferable if a student decides to remove themselves or wishes to transfer to a new trip.

● Attend all pre-course orientations and meetings.

● Complete the online registration process, including registration, physical exam, waiver, behavioural, and emergency treatment information

● Submit a signed Parent Permission form through Operoo

● Students must communicate to parents all necessary information received during pre-course meetings

● Remit course payment in full on the dates provided in the timeline of events. Students who do not make the payment dates may have their DELVE privileges revoked by the school and be transferred to a Day Trip course

● Fulfill all pre-course, course, and post-course requirements

● Abide by the faculty sponsor and school DELVE expectations

Parental Responsibilities

1 Read the DELVE Program of Studies to know the safety procedures, requirements, and expectations and to help their child(ren) make considered choices

2 Complete the Parent Permission Form through Operoo by the due date

3 Optionally, attend the DELVE meeting open to parents

Behavioural Expectations

Safety and learning are the top priorities of the DELVE program. As such, students may not inconvenience or hinder the learning of others nor jeopardise the safety of the group members. Students must satisfy sponsors who have the background to enjoy and participate in the course and will be supportive of the group during the week

If overnight course sponsors foresee identifiable exceptions to school travel (i.e. special meals, customs, etc.), they will advise the Administrator in charge and will inform students and parents of these exceptions

Only medications listed and approved on the submitted physical forms will be accepted.

It is important to stress that there will be “zero tolerance” for the following behaviours during DELVE activities and courses:

● Drug/alcohol use or possession

● Theft/vandalism

● Breaking curfew

● Smoking

● Actions that violate the laws of the host country

● Renting of motorised vehicles

● Use or possession of weapons

In each of these cases, students will be sent home at the parent’s expense if it is feasible to do so When appropriate, the student will be placed in a Supervised Study Hall on campus for the remainder of the week Further consequences will be enforced upon return to ISB, including requirements for the following year’s DELVE

Sponsors have full authority to dismiss from the course any student whose conduct is objectionable, harmful to the group, or reflects negatively on ISB When conflict arises or conditions force changes in the itinerary, sponsors have jurisdiction to make final decisions.

DELVE Technology Expectations

We aim for students to “disconnect” with technology during their week-long DELVE experience. Mobile phones, computers, iPads, iPods, etc. are not essential for students to have a positive and safe experience. In case of an emergency, communication should take place between the parents, Mr Assimakopoulos and the sponsor/co-sponsors Final decisions regarding the use of student technology will be made by individual course sponsors

Student Reflection Guidelines

When writing their reflections, students should focus on their own learning during the week This can better solidify understanding and ensure that the learning extends beyond DELVE and is retained beyond the week. Students should consider:

● The relevance of what they learned

● How their learning connects to or conflicts with what they knew before

● How their learning would serve them in the future

● What further questions their learning has left them with

● What future solutions might be possible or should be pursued

Students can use the questions below to guide their reflection about the course. They do not have to answer all but rather should use them to generate ideas and reflection.

1. What did you learn from this course…

a. about the global issue or community service project the course focused on?

b about the culture, you were a part of?

c about yourself?

2 How did you grow and/or change as a result of this course?

How was this experience similar to or different from what you had expected?

4 What was the most challenging part of this course?

Registration Process

Students will register online via an online form sent directly to their email addresses The form has a unique password that is associated with each student’s email address.

Students will be required to choose four trips based on their preferences The order of priority of their selections will be taken into consideration However, it's important to note that certain trips have limited seats available, and as a result, students may be assigned to any of their four choices depending on the availability of seats.

All our trips have a limited number of spaces for each grade level Some trips can be quite popular and fill up quickly Therefore, it is really important that you select a variety of trips you are interested in.

Students that duplicate their selection by choosing the same trip are placing themselves at a disadvantage By not providing a second, third or fourth choice to choose from, the student will be placed where spots are available after placing their entire grade level first.

Lucky Number Draw

Student registrations will be sorted by choosing a number from 1-500.

During a pre-registration process, students will be asked to choose a number from 1-500 After the grade level has selected their number, a number from that range will be randomly selected. A registration window for number selection will be clearly communicated to all students. Students unable to select their number during the time allocated will be given a number outside of the range and their number will not rank when placing them on DELVE. In other words, students that submit their registration late will be placed after all the high school students are placed

The randomly selected number is where the first placement will begin. For example, if the randomly selected number is 378, the student that selected a number of equal or greater value will be the first one in their grade level placed on their DELVE trip The rest of the placements will follow in sequential order And numbers not selected will be skipped

If multiple students choose the same number, students will be sorted by their birthdate.

After placing number 500, the next student to be placed will be number 1. The numbers will follow in order until we reach the starting number.

Registration Guidelines:

● Students may not select a course they have already participated in during previous years.

● Students are not assigned to courses “so that they can be with their friends”.

● Students must submit the parent permission form for their DELVE selections by the deadline of June 2nd.

○ After students select their four choices, parents will be sent a form to confirm they are comfortable with all of their child’s selections Once parents have confirmed, we can start placing students

● Payments must be made directly at the Cashier or online Instructions on how to pay online will be communicated directly to the parents

● The number of participants in a course determines the final cost, hence final costs may be adjusted once sign-ups are known. As such, once a student is assigned, a student should not change courses. Payments are non-refundable to cover costs for the original course, all new costs associated with a new course must be paid in full.

Registration Checklist

Students should follow this checklist to ensure that they are well prepared for DELVE Registration:

❏ Discuss with your parents how much cost your parents are willing to cover

❏ Check course availability on the CAS website (cas isb ac th)

❏ Choose top courses taking into consideration DELVE requirements and past choices

❏ Sign up on the appropriate night for registration.

❏ Check the lists posted for placement.

❏ All students are required to return the completed Parent Permission Form by the deadline.

All DELVE balances are due on or before September 29th, 2023.

Students who fail to meet the payment due dates may have their DELVE privileges revoked by the school and transferred to an on-campus course.

DELVE Courses In Thailand

Important Notes:

● Course outlines are subject to change based on a variety of reasons such as but not limited to

○ fitting the needs of the students signed up,

○ trip provider's recommendations,

○ changes in local political environments,

○ natural events etc…

● Course prices are approximate, in most cases costs have been overestimated, however, final costs are determined by the total number of students that sign up for a course In the case where excess has been collected, families will be reimbursed

● Some courses will not run due to low enrollment numbers. Students that chose such trips will be moved to their other choices. As a general guideline, most trips require a minimum of 12 students to run.

A Taste of Thailand

As a result of participating in the D.E.L.V.E. A Taste Of Thailand students will:

● Be curious about and sensitive to human diversity and the cultures of the host country.

● Work and communicate effectively and sensitively with people from diverse backgrounds, lifestyles and cultures.

● Gain knowledge and appreciation of the local community, culture, artistry and creativity of Thailand.

● Gain knowledge of the history and culture of Thailand.

Dates:

This is a Day-trip Activity that will run from Monday 20th November 2023 until Friday 24th November 2023

Daily overview:

Day 1 MONDAY, 20th Nov 2023, Boat trip to Thai temples

07:30 Depart ISB Campus for Pakkret Pier

08 00 Take a boat ride along Chao Phraya River

09 00 Visit Pak Khlong Talat Flower Market

10 00 Take a boat ride along Chao Phraya River to Wat Arun, known as the Temple of Dawn The pagoda-style monument is 79 metres high Wat Arun serves as one of the outstanding landmarks in Bangkok with spectacular views

11.00 Proceed to visit Wat Po. Seeing the gigantic gold-plated Reclining Buddha, stone reliefs which tell the story of Ramakien, and mural painting in Sermon Hall. Visit Traditional Thai Massage School. There will be an opportunity to experience a traditional Thai massage for 30 mins.

12.40 Take the boat to the Royal Thai Navy Club

13.00 Lunch at Krua Khun Kung restaurant by the river.

14.15 Depart for ISB Campus by bus.

15.15 Arrive at ISB Campus.

Day 2 TUESDAY, 21st Nov 2023, Service day at a Thai Farm

Please note - students must wear close toed shoes on this day

07.45 Depart ISB Campus for Tammada Garden, Samkhok District, Pathum thani province.

09.15 Arrive at a Organic Diversified farm, which grows a variety of crops. The major crop is rice. The farmer also grows a variety of Thai fruits and vegetables. He also rears chickens to provide food for the family and to sell commercially. All those working on the farm help each other to control the cost of the farming and to try to increase the profits for all concerned in the community Students will talk to the owner and learn about running this small Thai Farm

09 30 Service on the farm - making chicken feed, feeding the chickens and collecting eggs

10 15 Break and snack at farm

10 45 Service on the farm- planting organic vegetables, collecting the fruits and vegetables, feeding earthworms to help the soil for planting seedlings

11:30 Service on the farm - move vegetables to the plots for planting

12 00 Packed lunch at the farm including fruits from the farm

12 45 Service on the farm - planting the rice

13 45 Depart for ISB Campus

15 00 Arrive at ISB Campus

Day 3 WEDNESDAY, 22nd Nov 2023, Visit market and Learn to cook Thai food

07:30 Depart ISB Campus for wet market near to Thai House Homestay and Thai Cooking Experience

08 30 Arrive at Wet market and buy items required to cook lunch

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09 30 Depart for Thai House Homestay and Thai Cooking Experience

10 00 Arrive at Thai House Homestay and Thai Cooking Experience – follow instructions for how to prepare thai meal for lunch

13:00 Lunch at Thai House Homestay and Thai Cooking Experience

13 45 Take longtail boats from Thai House Homestay and Thai Cooking Experience through klongs to experience traditional living on the water

14 15 Depart for ISB Campus

15 15 Arrive at ISB Campus

Day 4 THURSDAY, 23rd Nov 2023, ESC Thai Wake Park

08 00 Depart ISB Campus for ESC Thai Wake Park

09 00 Arrive at ESC Thai Wake Park – participate in Tai Chi lesson

10.00 Picnic snacks.

10.30 3 hours of fun on the water with instruction from the guides at the park.

13.30 Pizza Delivery Lunch and Ice Creams at ESC Thai Wake Park.

14.15 Depart for ISB Campus

15.15 Arrive at ISB Campus

Day 5 FRIDAY, 24th Nov 2023, Koh Kret

08.00 Depart ISB Campus for Koh Kred Pier

08.45 Arrive at the ferry pier at Wat Poramai Yikawat and collect hire bikes. 6 km Guided cycle tour around Koh Kredyou will need a bicycle helmet.

10.00 Arrive back at Ferry pier.

11.00 Light Lunch and Reflection writing at Que Pasa Restaurant.

12.15 Leave for ISB School

12.30 Arrive at ISB Campus

Requirements:

In order to participate in this course, students must:

● Attend all pre-course meetings

● Bring a camera (still or video) or sketch pad and a journal on the course,

● Observe a dress code for visiting some locations.

● Have the ability to swim independently for 300 metres

● Have the ability to ride a bike confidently

● Be willing to collaborate with others in hands-on projects

● Positively engage with all those on the trip.

Upon completion of GCW, students will:

● Write a 250-word reflection in a Google Doc to include at least 4 pictures about their experiences and takeaways from the week. This must be uploaded into the assignment on Google Classroom.

Max Number of participants: 30

Approximate Cost: 16,000 Baht

Tentative Sponsors: Mrs Jenny McRobbie/ Mr Conor Duffy

Course Location: Bangkok Metropolitan Area

Building an Inclusive Bangkok: Social Business of Urban Development (Day Trip)

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich), students will:

● Visit locations in or near Bangkok to discover and learn about the impact of business decisions on local communities

● Discuss, plan, reflect, analyze about possible solutions to root problems of local societies

● Be curious about and sensitive to human diversity, especially the culture of the host country

● Be aware of how their choices and decisions affect people and the environment.

● Work and communicate effectively and sensitively with people from diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and cultures.

● Develop and apply knowledge, skills and understanding of adult education with respect to learning a second language

● Take action and develop empathy while developing and executing enrichment lessons for ISB Thai support staff.

Dates: November 20-24, 2023 (5 Days - local day trips)

● Depart and arrive back at ISB each day of the week

Daily overview: (Depart from ISB each day, lunch included, return to ISB at end of day)

● Day 1: Travel to Village Development Fund, explore local market and visit with entrepreneurs, guided walking tour of Koh Kret; Reflection

● Day 2: Klong Toei slum, Roy Rak service activity, explore Baan Klong Toei community and initiatives; Reflection

● Day 3: Studio Upcircle exploration & activity; Nang Loeng community tour; Reflection

● Day 4: Community interviews & problem exploration; Problem analysis; exploring root causes

● Day 5: Design Challenge; Pitching & Feedback; 3ZERO Club formation & final reflections

Requirements: In order to participate in this course, students must:

● Research to gain more knowledge of second language acquisition theory

● Be willing to collaborate with others on a project

● Positively participate in the planning and delivery of all lessons and learning activities.

● Prepare lesson plans and instructional materials for Montri, B&G, Staff, and Guards

Max Number of Participants: 35

Approximate Cost: 30,000 Baht

Tentative Sponsors: Mr. Lorence/Mr. Myers

Course Location: Bangkok Metropolitan Area

Care for Coral

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich), students will:

● Understand that people, places, economies and environments are all inextricably interrelated and that choices and events can have an impact on a global scale.

● Be aware of how their choices and decisions affect people and the environment, especially the coral reefs and marine ecology

● work and communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and cultures

● develop and apply knowledge, skills and understanding of coral restoration, monitorization and plantation in order to preserve and protect the marine environment

● contribute to the mitigation and management of waste

● Appreciate and care about the environment and be committed to sustainable practices

● Learn to identify various marine, plant, and coral life

Dates:

Departure Date: Sunday Nov 19, 2023

Arrival Date: Thursday Nov 23, 2023

Please note that the dates above are subject to change depending on ticket availability. Daily overview:

Requirements:

In order to participate in this course, students must:

● Snorkel or dive depending on their skill levels

● Having an Open Water Scuba Certification and Advanced Open Water Certification allos students to work near the coral with local scientists actively. (Students who don’t already have the PADI Advanced Open Water (AOW) Course can complete it while on the trip (additional cost).

○ Those who are not AOW will not be permitted to participate in the coral restoration activities while underwater

○ Please contact us if you are interested in getting certified; we can connect you with the local dive shop located at the Nichada pool (Dive Me Crazy)

● Have an updated dive logbook, including at least one logged dive within the 12 months prior to the trip.

Max Number of Participants: 20

Approximate Cost: 36,000 Baht

Tentative Sponsors: Mr Bell / Ms Soo

Course Location: Koh Tao

Cycling in Thailand

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich), students will:

● be curious about and eager to explore some of the natural beauty of the host country.

● be aware of how their choices and decisions affect people and the environment

● interact with and learn from those involved in local agricultural projects

● explore the countryside on bicycle and learn some basic bicycling touring skills

● learn about a wildlife refuge project and volunteer at a facility that rehabilitates various animals that have been abused or neglected.

Dates:

Departure Date: 6am 19 November 2023

Arrival Date: 4pm 23 November 2023

Please note that the dates above are subject to change depending on ticket availability.

Daily overview: TBC

Day 1: Leave school at 6am and drive to The Kha Floating Market Cycle 30km around this area We will cycle on the edge of a large reservoir where we can enjoy the views and cool breezes. We ride along the lake’s shoreline and across an impressive dam before heading inland along trails and quiet country roads.Transfer to Nana Resort Kaeng Krachan

Day 2: 40k Cycle to Kaeng Krachan, Thailand’s largest national park, n the morning and then raft 7km on Petchburi River in the afternoon, then transfer back to Nana Resort Kaeng Krachan

Day 3: 40k Cycle to Wildlife Friends Foundation Thailand (WFFT). The ride is very rural and on quiet roads and trails that offer superb views of the gently rolling mountains that surround the area. In the afternoon we will volunteer at the rescue center. We will stay at a lodge on the grounds of the WFFT.

Day 4: We will transfer to another area of Kaeng Krachan for a morning jungle walk After lunch we will cycle 30k around the roads bordering the National Park to the Boathouse Paradise Resort, our accommodation for the night Day 5: Morning 30k cycle around a stunning part of Thailand, and then return to Bangkok by 4pm

Requirements:

In order to participate in this course, students must:

● be physically fit enough to ride 35-45 km per day over three days

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● be interested in local culture and local projects in Thailand

● positively participate in all learning activities.

● be willing to clean animal enclosures, feed and water animals and help with other physical chores.

Max Number of Participants: 35

Approximate Cost: 45,000 Baht

Tentative Sponsors: Mr Werner/ Ms McCosh

Course Location: South of Bangkok - Kaeng Krachan National Park to Chao Samran beach

Elephant Nature Park

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich), students will:

● Find out about the problems facing elephants in Thailand today

● Work and communicate effectively and sensitively with people from diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and cultures

● Gain a fascinating insight into the life of the elephant and how these magnificent creatures think, live and react

● Have a chance to enjoy the elephants - and help future generations to have this privilege too

● Have the opportunity to look after rescued cats and dogs

● Come away with a real understanding of the issues facing elephants and will have played an active part in genuinely making a difference

Dates

Departure Date: Sunday 19th November 2023 (lunchtime)

Arrival Date: Thursday 23rd November 2023 (lunchtime)

Please note that the dates above are subject to change depending on ticket availability

Daily overview

Day 1: Arrive in Chiang Mai. Check into the hotel. Explore the old town night market and independently get dinner at the market.

Day 2: Transfer to the Elephant Nature Park (ENP) Orientation at the park Start service project This will include:

● Experiencing elephant families and how they choose friends; Finding out about the problems facing elephants in Thailand today;

● Caring for the elephants, including the preparing of food, construction, maintenance of mud pits;

● Caring for rescue dogs, cats and more.

Day 3: ENP service continues as before Day 4: ENP service continues as before NB There may be an opportunity to float down the river in rubber rings one day!

Evening activities include reflecting on each day’s service, a Thai cultural event, watching the movie ‘Love and Bananas’ based on the ENP and time to just relax.

Day 5: Breakfast at the Elephant Nature Park Transfer to Chiang Mai airport Return to Bangkok at lunchtime

Requirements:

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● Be prepared for physical work and to get muddy;

● Be prepared to interact with rescued elephants, cats, dogs and other animals;

● Be genuinely interested in conservation, especially in regards to the Asian elephant;

● Participate fully in park activities, working in teams or individually.

Max Number of Participants: 30

Approximate Cost: 28,000 Baht

Tentative Sponsors: Mr. Barker / Mrs. Gething

Course Location: Chiang Mai Elephant Nature Park

Habitat for Humanity Thailand (Local)

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich) students will:

● be curious about and sensitive to human diversity, especially the culture of the host country.

● be aware of how their choices and decisions affect people and the environment

● work and communicate effectively and sensitively with people from diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and cultures

Course Description:

Habitat for Humanity is an organization that seeks to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness from the world Although this may seem an overwhelming task, Habitat has at present built over 95,000 homes around the world providing over 400,000 people with safe, decent and affordable housing Through volunteer labor and donations of money and materials, Habitat houses are sold to qualifying homeowners at no profit and no-interest loans. Habitat encourages concerned citizens like us to come together for a short period of time in volunteer groups called “Global Village Teams” to help construct homes for and with families in desperate need of housing.

Students and their leaders will travel by bus to a build site approximately 1 hour drive from ISB. After instruction in how to use various tools and how to lift and carry materials, students will help in the construction of a concrete block house Tasks will include mixing and carrying cement, pouring the floor, and building walls The work will be tiring but rewarding In addition, students will interact with the homeowners and Habitat staff

Requirements:

In order to participate in this course, students must:

● Be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions

● Be willing to collaborate with others on a project

● Explore & gain a deeper understanding, appreciation, and purpose behind Habitat

Upon completion of DELVE, students will:

● Post their DELVE reflection in a Google drive folder which will be provided

Max Number of Participants: 20

Approximate Cost: 30,000 Baht

Tentative Sponsors: Mr. Sweeney / TBD

Course Location: TBA

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iCare

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich), students will:

● be curious about and sensitive to human diversity, especially the culture of the host country.

● be aware of how their choices and decisions affect people and the environment

● work and communicate effectively and sensitively with people from diverse backgrounds

● develop and apply knowledge, skills and understanding of education with respect to learning a second language.

● take action and develop empathy while executing enrichment lessons for the children at Wat Sa Kaeo orphanage

● be responsible hosts who are culturally competent while ensuring guests feel comfortable in spaces they are unfamiliar with

Dates: 20-24 th November (Day trips - 07:30 - 15:00)

Daily overview:

Requirements:

In order to participate in this course, students must:

● Be comfortable with the use of Technology in a classroom setting

● Be willing to plan activities and collaborate with others on a project.

● Positively participate in the planning and delivery of all lessons and learning activities.

Max Number of Participants: 40

Approximate Cost: 10,000 baht

Tentative Sponsors: Mr Ram / Ms Sucheera

Course Location: Wat Sa Kaeo Orphan Aid Center, Bang Sadet, Pa Mok, Ang Thong

Junior Special Olympics (JSO)

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich), students will:

● Be accepting of the diverse population within Nonthaburi

● communicate effectively and sensitively with people from diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and cultures

● Learn how to be adapt activities to be more inclusive

● Continuously educate oneself about different communities, and perspectives to foster a more inclusive mindset

● Cultivate a sense of empathy for inclusion

● Seek diverse perspective and understand the importance of others needs

● Connect with individuals of different backgrounds

Dates:

Start Date: Monday November 20th

Finish Date: Friday November 24th

Day trip at Srisangwan School located 30 minutes away from ISB

Daily overview:

Day 1: introductory debrief of all DELVE days @ISB, practice scavenger hunt.

Day 2: go to Srisangwan school, series of activities such as English lessons, outdoor games, and arts & crafts

Day 3: go to Srisangwan school, series of activities such as English lessons, outdoor games, and arts & crafts

Day 4: go to Srisangwan school, series of activities such as English lessons, outdoor games, and arts & crafts

Day 5: start day @ISB, write a reflection and prepare gift baskets to donate, go to Srisangwan school to deliver gifts, and say goodbye to buddies

Requirements:

In order to participate in this course, students must:

● Research to gain more knowledge on the importance of accessibility

● Be willing to collaborate with others

● Be open-minded towards people of different backgrounds

● Be prepared to do a series of activities with a partner

Max Number of Participants: 40

Approximate Cost: 8,000 Baht

Tentative Sponsors: Ms.Herbert & Mr.Bowman

Course Location: Srisangwan School, Nonthaburi

Kanchanaburi Ourland

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich), students will:

● be curious about and sensitive to human diversity, especially the host country's culture

● be aware of how their choices and decisions affect people and the environment, especially the human/elephant conflict

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● work and communicate effectively and sensitively with people from diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and cultures.

● develop skills related to sustainable construction and learn about environmentally-friendly building techniques.

● Gain insight into nature conservation and the work being done for endangered species in Thailand

Dates:

Departure Date: Sunday, November 19, 2023

Arrival Date: Sunday, November 19, 2023

Please note that the dates above are subject to change depending on ticket availability

Daily overview (some activities may change day to day):

Day 1: Arrive in Kanchanaburi, float down the river, and trek through the jungle to arrive at OurLand. Tour of OurLand.

Day 2: Learn about human/elephant conflict mitigation techniques, visit the Elephant Guarding Watchtower, install birds nests on a plot for ISB, end the day with a campfire

Day 3: Visit the Erawan Waterfall and identify different biodiversity species We will visit a trash and recycling center to see what sustainable projects are happening, and end the day with a cooking class and dinner as a group.

Day 4: This day is dedicated to learning about mudbricks and sustainable construction techniques. We will learn how to make mudbricks and work on a projects such as a creating a waterhole. Free time at the hotel swimming pool will be a welcomed end to the hardworking day

Day 5: Breakfast and reflection before departing back to Bangkok

Requirements:

In order to participate in this course, students must:

● Be willing to do physical work and get muddy

● Have a genuine interest in sustainability, biodiversity, and techniques and projects being done in Thailand to support conservation efforts.

Max Number of Participants: 35

Approximate Cost: 35,000 Baht

Tentative Sponsors: Mr. Caballero Gonzalo/Ms. Leoni

Course Location: Kanchanaburi, Thailand

Khum Lanna

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich), students will:

● Develop communication skills and the ability to work in teams.

● Learn practical skills through construction projects at a local school and tree planting project in Sri Lanna National Park

● Learn about principles of community reforestation

● Appreciate the cultural and environmental diversity of Thailand

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● Learn about the core principles of sustainability and sustainable development

● Learn about sustainable tourism in a Thai context, and the importance of community participation to achieve sustainability.

Daily overview:

Day 1: travel to Khum Lanna - by air to Chiang Mai and transfer by minivan to a hotel 90 mins north of the city in Phrao Orientation at Khum Lanna followed by a visit to local school to introduce service learning projects for Days 2 and 3. Overnight at Khum Lanna.

Days 2 and 3: service learning activities at local kindergarten, working on construction projects focusing on renovation of bathrooms All meals served at Khum Lanna Optional bike ride/Thai cooking class in the evening

Overnight at Khum Lanna both nights

Day 4: after breakfast, travel to Sri Lanna National Park by minivan Hiking and tree planting project in the area, with a picnic at local waterfall. Opportunity for swimming. Lunch at Khum Lanna before transferring to Chiang Mai hotel. Evening in Chiang Mai. Overnight in Chiang Mai (hotel)

Day 5: Morning in Chiang Mai and transfer to Chiang Mai airport for return flight to Bangkok.

Requirements:

There are no specific requirements or skills In order to participate in this course however students should:

● Be able to work outdoors on projects including some physical activities (e.g. renovation and repair of facilities and planting trees)

● Be open to cultural exchange with our hosts at Khum Lanna and the wider community

● Be willing to collaborate with others on a project

Max Number of Participants: 20

Approximate Cost: 37,000 baht

Tentative Sponsors: Mr Picton / TBC

Course Location: Khum Lanna Heritage Resort, Phrae (near Chiang Mai)

Lisu Lodge and Village

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich), students will:

● Take action to protect and preserve the environment

● Understand more about a community-based project that aims to conserve the natural heritage of the hill tribes in Chiang Mai.

● Work and communicate effectively and sensitively with people from diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and cultures

● Learn more about the hill tribes' lifestyle and what can be done to protect and live with natural

● Be aware of how humans can impact the environment

Dates:

Departure Date: 19 November 2023

Arrival Date: 23 November 2023

*Please note that the dates above are subject to change depending on ticket availability

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Daily Overview:

Day 1: Morning: Depart ISB to DMK and arrive in Chiang Mai.

Afternoon: Lisu Lodge Introduction & Farming

Day 2: Sustainable Living And Natural Resource Management (explore and harvest from Lisu's organic gardens, Nature trek with education on trail management and a foraging activity, visit the tea garden, Cultural dance, and music performance by the Hill tribe villagers)

Day 3: All About Water (Water Rafting, a Stream Investigation, Revisiting the garden, Free time)

Day 4: Lisu Lodge Departure (Reflection activities, Farewell, Fly back to Bangkok)

Day 5: Morning: Depart Lisu Lodge to the Chiang Mai airport and return to ISB

Requirements:

In order to participate in this course, students must:

● Attend all the DELVE pre-course meetings

● Be comfortable with moderate physical activities such as hiking and kayaking

● Be willing to collaborate effectively with others on a project

● Positively participate in all the activities while in Lisu Lodge, Chiang Mai

● Be respectful and open-minded when engaging with tribes communities and when exploring the biodiversity of Lisu Lodge Chiang Mai

● Post their DELVE reflection on the Google Classroom page ON Friday 24th November. 2023

Max Number of Participants: 20

Approximate Cost: 50,000 baht

Tentative Sponsors: Ms. Moolasart/ TBA

Course Location: Chiang Mai

Maharaj Home for Boys

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich), students will:

● understand that humans have intrinsic worth regardless of differences

● work and communicate effectively and sensitively with people from diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and cultures

● be aware of how their choices and decisions affect people and the environment.

● have concern for social injustice and inequality and affirm the rights and dignity of all people.

● understand the needs of less fortunate children and develop empathy for children without families.

Dates:

Start Date: Monday November 20th

Finish Date: Friday November 24th

Course Description:

The focus of the Maharaj Home for Boys program is to bond with and look after children from a local home for boys who are separated from their families. Activities revolve around providing children with enriching and memorable experiences, playing with them, sharing meals with them and developing empathy for children who live without family support. We will spend the week engaging children in one-on-one activities, showing respect for their needs and demonstrating that kindness and understanding are essential human qualities. Two of the five days will be spent taking the boys to Bangkok attractions, with one day at the Maharaj School for boys, and the other two days will be on-campus at ISB, playing games and participating in activities planned by course participants.

Daily overview:

Day 1: ISB students work on campus at ISB to organize, plan and arrange activities and lesson plans for the Maharah Boys, which will take place at ISB on Day 2 and Day 5.

Day 2: Morning activities at ISB with the first group of Maharaj boys (aged 6-10). Lunch at ISB, followed by the afternoon at Harborland Indoor Playground (at The Mall Ngamwongwan).

Day 3: ISB students and the second group of Maharaj Boys (aged 8-12) spend the day at Dreamworld.

Day 4: ISB students travel to the Maharah Foundation and spend the day planting trees, and other outdoor service activities.

Day 5: On campus activities with the Maharaj Boys, aged 6-12.

Requirements:

In order to participate in this course, students must:

● Be dedicated to working one-on-one with small children.

● Be flexible in expectations, patient with others and show respect for children.

● Be willing to participate fully in planning and carrying out two days of activities and games

Max Number of Participants: 30

Approximate Cost: 8,000 Baht

Tentative Sponsors: Mr Farrell / Ms Harison-Denby

Course Location: Local Day Trips in Bangkok

Marine Conservation Koh Tao/Koh Samui

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich) students will:

● observe healthy and damaged reefs/ ecosystems

● design and build an artificial reef

● participate in a beach clean up to see the impact of plastic waste/microplastics

● work with local conservation organizations that raise awareness and understanding of marine conservation and efforts

● gain a better understanding of environmental issues and sustainable solutions to combat environmental degradation in southern Thailand

Dates:

Departure Date: Sunday 19 November (early morning)

Arrival Date: Thursday 23 November (evening)

Please note that the dates above are subject to change depending on ticket availability

Daily overview:

Day 1: Flight from Don Muang airport to Chumpon, van transfer, ferry to Koh Tao

Day 2: Snorkelling activity to collect data on health of coral reef; creation of artificial reef structures; evening shopping and/or hiking activity

Day 3: Design of original artificial reef structure; construct coral nurseries; beach clean-up; evening mini-golf, bocci, bowling etc

Day 4: Snorkelling trip to various locations around Koh Tao and surrounding islands; evening barbecue on the beach Day 5: Ferry from Koh Tao to Koh Samui, lunch in Koh Samui, flight from Koh Samui to Bangkok

Requirements:

In order to participate in this course, students must:

● be comfortable swimming in the water (with a life jacket) and with moderate physical activities (beach clean-up, walking)

● participate in the learning activities (lessons, snorkeling, beach clean-up)

● be willing to collaborate with others on the Reef Project and Coral Watch

● Have a keen interest in marine conservation

Max Number of Participants: 35

Approximate Cost: 44,000 Baht

Tentative Sponsors: Mr Tahan / Ms Hazel

Course Location: Koh Tao

Maekok River Village Community Service

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich), students will:

● Take action to address social injustice by planning and teaching English to local hill-tribe children and carrying out building projects within the school or local villages

● Be curious about and sensitive to human diversity, including the cultures of the host country

● Work and communicate effectively and sensitively with people from diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and cultures.

● Understand that humans have intrinsic worth regardless of differences

● Have concern for social injustice and inequality and affirm the rights and dignity of all people

Dates:

Departure Date: Sunday, November 19

Arrival Date: Thursday, November 23

Please note that the dates above are subject to change depending on ticket availability

Daily overview:

Day 1: Travel to Thaton, leadership challenges, team-building games, introduction to the project.

Day 2: Make rafts, short hike in the local area, prepare to work with students.

Day 3: Community project, cooking class, games

Day 4: Community project, confidence course, reflection

Day 5: Climbing wall, archery, return to Bangkok

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Requirements:

In order to participate in this course, students must:

● Be willing to collaborate with others on a project

● Be able to participate in water activities and a short hike

● Be willing to work outdoors

● Be willing to interact with children in a local school

Max Number of Participants: 35

Approximate Cost: 28,000 baht

Tentative Sponsors: Ms Brock, Mr Johnston

Course Location: Thaton, Chiangmai

Mercy Center

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich), students will:

● Understand that humans have intrinsic worth regardless of differences,

● Be curious about and sensitive to human diversity, including the cultures of the host country,

● Work and communicate effectively and sensitively with people from diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and cultures,

● Understand that social injustice is rooted in personal and cultural prejudice as well as socio-economic disparity,

● Take action to address social injustice by developing creative learning activities for underprivileged young Thai children and providing community donations, and

● Develop and apply skills, knowledge, and understandings of early childhood education.

Dates: Monday - Friday (Nov. 20 - Nov. 24, 2023)

Daily Departure from ISB: 7:30 am

Daily Arrival back at ISB: 2:30 pm

Daily overview:

Daily Arrival at HDF Mercy Centre: 8:30 am

Daily Departure from HDF Mercy Centre: 1:00 pm

Day 1: Orientation to HDF Mercy Center, classroom observations, planning and shopping for the week

Day 2: Teaching, clean-up, lunch and planning for the next day’s lessons and activities

Day 3: Teaching, clean-up, lunch and planning for the next day’s lessons and activities

Day 4: Teaching, clean-up, lunch and planning for the next day’s celebration of learning

Day 5: Celebration of Learning: sharing, activities, sport games, prizes, treats, and gifts

Requirements:

In order to participate in this course, students must:

● Show interest, compassion and care for pre-school age/ kindergarten-age children,

● Annotate assigned readings about early childhood development and education,

● Prepare age-appropriate lesson plans and instructional materials, and a celebration of learning,

● Enthusiastically deliver lessons and activities with an effort to include all the children,

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● Purchase supplies to be used and left at the school, as well as snacks, prizes, and gifts for teachers and students, and

● Provide community donations (clothing items and toiletries) to Mercy Center Up-stitch Program.

Max Number of Participants: 70

Approximate Cost: 9,000 Baht

Tentative Sponsors: Ms. Reau/ TBA

Course Location: Klong Toey, Bangkok

Movement Playground

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich), students will:

● Help kids learn life skills through movement, sport, and social contribution

● Develop and apply parkour knowledge, skills and understanding

● Teach a fun and socially-integrated curriculum that uses the power of movement & obstacle-based training (parkour) to support youth in developing transferable life-skills

● Learn and improve personal skills such as confidence, adaptability, perseverance integrity and

● Become stronger physically AND mentally

● Become more honourable, compassionate and give back to the local community

● Own your skills, decisions, and actions and be able to apply them to different fields and environments

Dates: 20th - 24th Nov 2023

Daily overview: Day 1: 9 50 - 5 00 Morning: train at ISB Afternoon: teach at Prasert Islam school

Day 2: 9 30 - 5 00 Morning: train at TMP Afternoon: train at TMP then teach at Prasert Islam school

Day 3: 9 50 - 5 00 Morning: train at ISB Afternoon: teach at Prasert Islam school

Day 4: 9 30 - 5 00 Morning: train at TMP Afternoon: train at TMP then teach at Prasert Islam school

Day 5: 9 50 - 5 00 Morning: train at ISB Afternoon: teach at Prasert Islam school

Detailed schedule link: TMP schedule Nov 23

Requirements:

● You do not need previous parkour experience and will be taught the skills you need.

● You do not need to speak Thai

In order to participate in this course, students must:

● This is a physically demanding week and you will be expected to run, jump and climb

● You will have to demonstrate and teach the skills learnt to local students

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Max Number of Participants: 35

Approximate Cost: 23,000 Baht

Tentative Sponsors: Mr Eales / Mr Stevenson

Course Location: ISB - Nonthaburi, The Movement Playground - Bangkok, Prasert Islam schoolNonthaburi

Nonthaburi School for the Deaf

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich) students will: Understand that humans have intrinsic worth regardless of differences Be aware of and sensitive to human diversity, including those with physical and intellectual differences.

Work and communicate effectively and sensitively with people from diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and cultures.

Dates:

Departure Date: November 20th

Arrival Date: November 24th

This is a day trip.

Daily overview:

Day 1: Experience school life in a Thai government school for the Deaf

Day 2: Get to learn Signs language and teach English with buddies.

Day 3: Have fun with buddies at the Bounce in Emquartier.

Day 4: Explore Thai culture and traditions at Ancient City in Samut Prakan.

Day 5: Organize fun and learning activities at ISB

Requirements:

In order to participate in this course, students must: Attend all pre-course meetings.

Learn ASL

Upon completion of DELVE, students will: Post their DELVE reflection on the DELVE page

Max Number of participants: 20

Approximate Cost: 8,000 Baht

Sponsors: Mr. Masson/ Ms. Pimpirat

Course Location: Nonthaburi

Painters with a Conscience

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich) students will:

● Understand that humans have intrinsic worth regardless of socio-economic and cultural differences,

● Be aware of how their choices and decisions affect people and the environment,

● Have concern for social injustice and inequality and affirm the rights and dignity of all people,

● Take action to address social injustice by painting a school, communal home or center in a low income neighborhood of metropolitan Bangkok

● Learn the skills required to prepare and paint a work area

● Learn the value of collaboration by working together as a team to achieve a common goal

Course Description:

Students will participate in repairing and painting a school or other social service provider buildings in and around Nonthaburi and Bangkok Students will be engaged in work that is hot, dirty, and challenging Participants can expect to be tired and/or uncomfortable for much of the week Conversely, the sense of accomplishment provided by that effort, the sense of teamwork found in such a collective endeavor, and the sense of gratitude shared by those assisted will, like the painting itself, be a long lasting benefit of a much shorter sacrifice. Daily overview:

14:40 Back to ISB

Day3 22 Wed 7:15 Meet in front of Panther for Attendance

7:30 Depart ISB 8:30 :13:00 Paint wall/playground equipment 13:45~14:30 Lunch 14:40 Back to ISB

Day4 23 Thurs 7:15 Meet in front of Panther for Attendance 7:30 Depart ISB

Central Chaengwattana

Location: schools in and around Bangkok/Nonthaburi/ Bangsai area

Central Chaengwattana

Location: schools in and around Bangkok/Nonthaburi/ Bangsai area

Central Chaengwattana

14:40 Back to ISB

Day5 24 Fri 7:15 Meet in front of Panther for Attendance

7:30 Depart ISB

8:30 :13:00 Paint wall/playground equipment

13:45~14:30 Lunch

14:40 Back to ISB

Location: schools in and around Bangkok/Nonthaburi/ Bangsai area

Central Chaengwattana

Requirements:

In order to participate in this course, students must:

● Not experience heat related medical issues.

● Not be allergic to dust or other substances likely encountered in this type of project

● Provide their own old work clothes, including close toed footwear

● Be predisposed to laugh, smile perhaps even sing when tired and uncomfortable

Max Number of participants: 30

Approximate Cost: 8,000 Baht

Tentative Sponsors: Mr. Charton/ Ms. Nakamachi

Course Location: Metropolitan Bangkok

Phamahatai Suksa Inclusive School

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich) students will:

● Understand that humans have intrinsic worth regardless of differences

● Be curious about and sensitive to human diversity, including the cultures of the host country

● Work and communicate effectively and sensitively with people from diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and cultures

● Be aware of how their choices and decisions affect people and the environment

● Understand that social injustice is rooted in personal and cultural prejudice as well as socioeconomic disparity

● Have concern for social injustice and inequality and affirm the rights and dignity of all people

● Take action to address social injustice by developing creative learning activities for underprivileged young Thai children

Course Description:

ISB students will perform community service in Bangkok at the Phamahatai Suksa School, supported by the Human Development Center (HDC). Monday morning, students will have their first day, observing and helping the Thai teachers in their classrooms (Thai elementary school children/ ages 3-12) For the remainder of the week, ISB students (in groups of three or four) will become the classroom teachers. They will plan, prepare, implement and assess lessons of their own creation in art, language, science, movement, and music. Students will also organize a farewell and thank-you party for Thursday afternoon. Working with the children and teachers of Phamahatai Suksa, ISB students will gain an awareness of both the range of developmental needs and abilities of young children as well as a greater awareness and understanding of the early childhood life of one segment of the Thai society The course will focus both on community service and cultural exploration

Requirements:

In order to participate in this course, students must:

● Show interest, compassion and care for school age children from preschool to grade 6 in a personal survey

● Research inclusive schools and classrooms

● Annotate assigned readings about early childhood development and education.

● Prepare lesson plans and instructional materials for two days.

During Course, students will:

● Prepare age-appropriate lesson plans and instructional materials for the rest of the week

● Enthusiastically deliver the lessons with an effort to include all the children in the activities, showing an ability to differentiate lessons, and an ability to be flexible!

● Participate actively in daily feedback sessions.

Upon completion of DELVE, students will:

● Post their DELVE reflection on the DELVE page

Max Number of participants: 30

Approximate Cost: 9,000 baht

Tentative Sponsors: Mr. Alonso, Ms Li Course Location: Patumwan, Bangkok, Thailand

Pun Pun Organic Farm

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich), students will:

● Gain knowledge of how agricultural practices can impact the environment

● Learn how to construct environmentally friendly buildings and participate in making one

● Work together to gain an understanding of how to live in environmentally sustainable ways

Dates:

Departure Date: 19 November 2023

Arrival Date: 23 November 2023

Please note that the dates above are subject to change depending on ticket availability

Daily overview:

Day 1: Arrive in Chiang Mai go to the farm We will settle in and get an introductory tour of the farm and do some farm work

Day 2: Participate in building a cob house and learn more about the agricultural practices of the farm

Day 3: Learn about seed saving, visit the Panya project, another nearby agricultural program, and spend time working on the farm.

Day 4: We will learn more about environmentally sustainable construction and then work on finishing and painting a cob house

Day 5: Celebrate and review our time at the farm and then return to Bangkok

The website of the farm can be found at: www.punpunthailand.org

The website of the Panya Project is here: www.panyaproject.org

Requirements:

In order to participate in this course, students must:

● Be willing to interact meaningfully with the people at the farm.

● Be willing to practice the farming and building skills they are learning about through the week.

● Have a positive attitude in about being in a new and unfamiliar environment

Max Number of Participants: 21

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Approximate Cost: 28,000 baht

Tentative Sponsors: Mr. Seiple, TBA

Course Location: Pun Pun Organic Farm, Chiang Mai

Reclaiming the Coastline (A Wild Panthers Mangrove Adventure)

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich) students will:

● Work and communicate effectively and sensitively with people from diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and cultures.

● Understand that people, places, economies and environments are all inextricably interrelated and that choices and events can have an impact on a global scale.

● Be aware of how their choices and decisions affect people and the environment

● Develop outdoor skills including; canoeing, expedition meal planning and outdoor cooking

Course Description:

Students who participate in this trip will take responsibility for planning and participating in an outdoor expedition

On Sunday, students will travel to ISB’s Environmental Wilderness Campus (EWC) where they participate in canoeing and water safety training In addition, students will also learn about camp cooking and budgeting in order to plan their meals for the trip. This first night students will stay at the EWC.

On Monday, enroute to Prachuap Khiri Khan, students will stop to purchase all of their menu items for the following days. This afternoon will feature a hike up Khao Daeng mountain to a viewpoint overlooking Sam Roi Yot National Park and the surrounding communities Tuesday and Wednesday, students will gain an appreciation for the natural environment by canoeing klongs and hiking to the famous Phraya Nakhon Cave system Students will assist in mangrove rehabilitation projects, working to repair areas damaged from shrimp farming Thursday will feature a sunrise hike before departing Pranburi for ISB.

Students will be responsible for the preparation of all of their own meals while staying at a local hotel.

This itinerary is subject to change at any time due to conditions out of our control

Requirements:

In order to participate in this course, students must:

● Be reasonably physically fit

● Enjoy being outside in a tropical climate for long periods of time

● Be willing to help will all aspects of an outdoor expedition

● Be able to swim

Upon completion of DELVE, students will:

● Post their DELVE reflection on the GCW Haiku page

Daily overview:

Day 1: Water Canoe and water safety workshop @ EWC

Day 2: Team Grocery shopping, Khao Daeng Mountain hike @ Pranburi Resort

Day 3: Canoeing Bang Pu Klong, Phraya Nakkon Cave Hike

Day 4: Caboeing Pak Nam Pran Klong, Service project @ Sirinat Rajiini Mangrove Centre, Masterchef challenge

Day 5: Depart Pranburi for ISB

Note: Students will be expected to fully participate in:

- loading/unloading and carrying canoes

- paddling and hiking for extended periods of time

- exposure to outdoor elements

- cooking meals on a camp stove

- clean up and care of equipment.

Max Number of participants: 18 students

Approximate Cost: 23,000 Baht

Sponsors: Mr. Bowyer/ Mr. Westergaard/ Wild Panthers Staff

Course Location: ISB’s Environmental Wilderness Campus & Prachuap Khiri Khan

Sam Roi Yot

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich), students will:

● Enjoy the wild beauty of Thailand that is only hours away from Bangkok

● Step out of the comfort zone and discover ways to demonstrate leadership in the wild

● Identify how climate change impacts the region, both population and the environment

● Develop a key plan on how these changes can be implemented at each stage

● Leadership, community building activities to carry the student through the academic year

Dates:

Departure Date: November 19, 2023

Arrival Date: November 23, 2023

Daily overview:

Day 1: Mangrove hike, campsite orientation and set-up, camping (only 1 night)

Day 2: Beach awareness and debris pick up and analysis, hike to Phraya Nakhon cave, visit fishing village

Day 3: Bicycling journey in surrounding area, climate action awareness in evening

Day 4: Kui Buri National Park. Bring the Elephants Home. Learning about living with elephants

Day 5: Morning closure and return to ISB by 1:30 pm

Requirements:

In order to participate in this course, students must:

● Be willing to collaborate with others on a project

● Be able to do some moderate hiking

● Be willing to camp for one night in a campground

● Be able to ride a bike a moderate distance (possible alternatives to bicycle)

Max Number of Participants: 35

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Approximate Cost: 35,000 Baht

Tentative Sponsors: Mr Barnwell / TBD

Course Location: Sam Roi Yot

Save Our Seas (SOS)

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich), students will:

● be curious about and sensitive about marine conservation, especially the effect that humans have on it

● be aware of how their choices and decisions affect people and the environment

● work and communicate effectively and sensitively with people

● develop and apply knowledge, skills and understanding to activities and the environment

● take action and develop an interest in the environment and what we can do to help

Dates: Nov 18-23

Departure Date: Sat, Nov 18, 2023

Arrival Date: Thurs, Nov 23, 2023

Please note that the dates above are subject to change depending on ticket availability.

Daily overview:

Day 1: Travel and Settling in, getting to know each other

Day 2: Hike/Swim & Cooking class

Day 3: Group 1-Lesson & Snorkelling Group 2-Animal Shelter Volunteering

Day 4: Group 2-Lesson & Snorkelling Group 1-Animal Shelter Volunteering

Day 5: Beach cleanup & Rock jumping/beach day

Day 6: Travel back

Requirements:

In order to participate in this course, students must:

● Students must be comfortable in the water (know how to swim quite well), with snorkelling and with marine animals

● Students must be willing to participate in physical activity

● Students must be comfortable with dogs and cats no animal allergies)

● Students must be comfortable jumping off rocks at a 2-meter height

● If students have snorkelling gear at home please bring it

Max Number of Participants: 20

Approximate Cost: 44,000 Baht

Tentative Sponsors: Ms Soule/ TBA

Course Location: Koh Phangan

Shark Guardian

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich) students will:

● Complete a series of snorkel/diving expeditions to observe the marine ecosystem

● Participate in data collection for marine databases, beach clean ups and community awareness projects

● Become Shark Guardian student Ambassadors.

Course Description:

This is a new trip in collaboration with the registered charity; Shark Guardians Based in Ao Nang, Krabi the Shark Guardians are a leading charity specializing in the education of marine conservation Students on this trip will participate in the following:

● Shark snorkeling/scuba diving research expedition around Phi Phi and Ao Nang islands. A diving speedboat will be used for transport during the expeditions.

● Shark Guardian educational presentations to local schools

● Participating in citizen science and research projects, including coral restoration

● Beach Cleanup and citizen science data collection activity

● Shark Guardian Student Ambassador Program

Accommodation in Krabi: Glur Hostel Ao Nang Gender separated 4 bed or 8 bed dormitories

Proposed Itinerary:

● Saturday 18th November - Depart ISB 8:30am to DMK. Fly to Krabi 10:30am

● Saturday 18th November to Thursday 23rd November- complete snorkeling/diving expeditions, coral restoration, beach clean ups, data collection, presenting to local schools and ambassador training.

● Thursday 23rd November - Return to DMK and ISB estimated time at ISB will be 8 30pm

● Note there are no activities planned for Friday 24th November

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Requirements:

In order to participate in the scuba diving part of this course, students must:

● Hold an Openwater scuba diving certificate if they wish to dive on the trip The trip is open to snorkelers too.

● All participants must be confident swimmers

Upon completion of DELVE, students will:

● Post their DELVE reflection on the DELVE page

Max Number of participants: 24

Approximate Cost: 36,000 Baht

Sponsors: Ms. Steward/ Mr Giles

Course Location: Krabi

SUP Expedition

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich), students will:

● Be aware of how their choices and decisions affect people and the environment

● Work and communicate effectively and sensitively with people from diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and cultures

● Embrace a sense of adventure using physical skills to grow and push boundaries.

● Gain independence by overcoming hardships through experiential learning.

● Explore the culture of Kanchanaburi, deepening their knowledge of Thailand through engaging with community-led initiatives and interacting with community members

Dates:

Departure Date: 19th November

Arrival Date: 23 November

Please note that the dates above are subject to change depending on ticket availability

Daily overview:

Day 1: Transfer to Kanchanaburi, plan and shop for food, learn camp set-up skills (tent-building, bushcraft) and cook meal.

Day 2: Prepare breakfast/lunch, practice Stand-Up Paddleboard skills, begin SUP expedition down river Kwai Set up camp and have MasterChef competition

Day 3: Full-day SUP expedition downriver Set up camp and learn more bushcraft skills

Day 4: Break down camp and head to Erawan National Park for a hike to the waterfalls

Day 5: Debrief the trip and have some morning activities, pack-up and transfer back to ISB

Requirements:

In order to participate in this course, students must:

● Attend all the DELVE pre-course meetings

● Be comfortable with moderate physical activities such as hiking and swimming.

● Be willing to collaborate positively with others, such as collecting plastic from the river.

● Be respectful and open-minded when engaging with local Thai communities and when exploring the biodiversity of Kanchanaburi

Max Number of Participants: 35

Approximate Cost: 29,000 Baht

Tentative Sponsors: Mr McHale, Ms Collette

Course Location: Kanchanaburi

Teacher Internship

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich), students will:

● Understand the tasks and responsibilities of teaching in a classroom

● Reflect on the qualities and skills necessary to be a teacher

● Support their supervising teacher with everything necessary to teach in a classroom, including clerical tasks

● Appreciate that students learn at different paces, and that all deserve to be treated with respect

● Communicate with mentor teachers and students in a positive manner

● Understand that personal prejudice or bias can impact personal relationships and individual learning in the classroom

● Design, prepare and teach a lesson independently, with approval from the supervising teacher.

Dates:

Departure Date: Monday, November 20

Arrival Date: Friday, November 24

Daily overview:

Day 1-5: Arrive at school, check in with DELVE supervisors, report to mentor teacher’s classroom, and gather as a group at 2:30 pm for reflection

Course Description:

During this course, participants will serve a one-week apprenticeship under the guidance of an Elementary or Middle School supervising mentor teacher. Students will begin their active role as teacher intern by observing their mentor teacher and reflecting on those qualities needed to teach successfully at the assigned level. Based on a pre-teaching discussion with their supervising teachers, students will devise a “teaching project,” which will include planning and teaching a lesson Teacher interns will work with individual students, small groups and/or classes, and participate in classroom management activities such as taking attendance attendance, monitoring students, and distributing and marking class work.

Requirements:

In order to participate in this course, students must:

● Write a letter of introduction to their supervising mentor teacher

● Participate in pre-internship meetings with their mentor teacher

● Positively participate in the planning and delivery of lessons and learning activities in elementary and middle school classrooms.

● Prepare a lesson plan and instructional materials to teach at least one class/idea independently

● Be engaged in the teaching process, and have the enthusiasm necessary of a leadership role in an elementary or middle school classroom

● Support the classroom teacher and students in any ways needed

● Be willing to complete all tasks as assigned by the mentor teacher (whether it is photocopying and organizing materials or teaching full lessons for individuals or groups).

● Demonstrate flexibility in the face of challenges

● Some classrooms (e g languages or arts) may require specialized knowledge in that field

● Reflect on their own involvement in the classroom, how students learn differently, how teachers meet their students’ learning needs, and how/if the teacher internship has altered their perception of the teaching profession.

Max Number of Participants: 20

Approximate Cost: 3,000 Baht

Tentative Sponsors: Ms Shrestha / Mr. Soule

Course Location: ISB

TerraCycle

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich), students will:

● Be aware of how their choices and decisions affect people and the environment, especially related to waste management and waste creation

● Work and communicate effectively and sensitively with people from diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and cultures

● Take action and develop empathy for the Thai community related to sustainability.

Dates:

Departure Date: November 20, 2023

Arrival Date: November 24, 2023

Daily overview:

Day 1: Day 1 is designed to set the precedent, what happens when waste is not managed.

Day 2: Day 2 introduces students to successful community waste banks, and encourages them to discuss how they could set up or support local communities in their area to be more sustainable The second half of the day students will process the plastics they collected the previous day and turn into bricks, panels, or other products Bricks and panels will be used to build and expand TerraCycle Foundations workshop area and waste banks.

Day 3: Day 3 Landfill to waste energy tour. We want the students to see how the waste is currently managed and the scale of waste delivered daily to landfills

Day 4: Day 4 students will get to tour a recycling facility and see how the collected waste is cleaned and recycled into flakes and pellets to be sent to factories to make new products They will also help clean the mangroves and plant new trees at Bangpu .

Day 5: Finally we will finish with a beach cleanup , workshop, and also have a chance to enjoy a cleaned beach. We are also looking at a coral planting option as well.

Requirements:

In order to participate in this course, students must:

● Post their DELVE reflection on the DELVE

● Be able to work outdoors on projects including some physical activities (e.g. renovation and repair of facilities; planting/harvesting agricultural produce)

● Be open to cultural exchange with our hosts at Khum Lanna and the Luang Pho School

● Be willing to collaborate with others on a project

● Provide their own old work clothes, including close toed footwear.

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● Be predisposed to laugh, smile perhaps even sing when tired and uncomfortable

Max Number of Participants: 40

Approximate Cost: 17,000 Baht

Tentative Sponsors: Mr. Orwein / TBA

Course Location: Bangkok Wat Koo

Kindergarten

As a result of participating in this D.E.L.V.E. course, students will:

● be curious about and sensitive to human diversity especially the culture of the host country

● be aware of how their choices and decisions affect people and the environment.

● work and communicate effectively and sensitively with people from diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and cultures.

● develop and apply knowledge, skills and understanding of early childhood education

● take action to address social inequality by developing and carrying out enrichment lessons for underprivileged children

Dates: November 20-24, 2023 (Monday to Friday)

Daily overview:

Students in this course will assist in a local elementary school Wat Koo which is supported by both the Buddhist temple and the Thai government. From Monday to Friday, In groups of five or six with at least one Thai speaker in each group, ISB students will interact and teach Wat Koo School students every day in the morning at Wat Koo School. There are two morning sessions, before and after Wat Koo School morning snack time. ISB students will come back to ISB for lunch, and plan lessons, prepare teaching/activity materials, implement and assess lessons of their own creation in themes related to art, language, science, movement and music in the afternoons at ISB trip meeting room Wat Koo school may also arrange a mid week field trip for our students to visit the Wat Koo temple and to learn more of the host country’s culture. On the last day of the trip during the second morning session, ISB students will perform to celebrate the learning experience and to show our appreciation to the Wat Koo School children and teachers

Requirements:

In order to participate in this course, students must:

● Attend all the DELVE meetings.

● Prepare each day’s lesson plans with instructional materials before going to Wat Koo School

● Research to gain more knowledge of early childhood development and education

During the trip:

● Positively participate in all the activities in the school

● Manage each morning session’s time effectively to achieve each day’s teaching goals

● Prepare lesson plans and instructional materials in the afternoons at ISB

● Complete writing a reflection as instructed by our DELVE coordinator

Max Number of participants: 20

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Approximate Cost: 8,000 Baht

Tentative Sponsors: Ms. Zhao / Ms. Alonso

Course Location: Wat Koo School in Pakkred

Wilderness Adventure

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich), students will:

● be curious about and sensitive to human diversity, especially the culture of the host country.

● be aware of how their choices and decisions affect people and the environment

● work and communicate effectively and sensitively with people from diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and cultures

● develop and apply knowledge, skills and understanding of adult education with respect to learning a second language.

● take action and develop empathy while developing and executing enrichment lessons for ISB Thai support staff

Dates:

Departure Date: Nov 19, 2023

Arrival Date: Nov 23, 2023

Please note that the dates above are subject to change depending on ticket availability.

Daily overview: Daily activities are linked in this document: Wilderness Adventure Saraburi itinerary

Requirements:

In order to participate in this course, students must:

● Research to gain more knowledge of second language acquisition theory

● Be willing to collaborate with others on a project

● Positively participate in the planning and delivery of all lessons and learning activities

● Prepare lesson plans and instructional materials for Montri, B&G, Staff, and Guards

Max Number of Participants: 35

Approximate Cost: 34,000 baht

Tentative Sponsors: Mr Galbraith, Mrs. Garrigan

Course Location: Saraburi, Thailand

Wildlife Conservation & Service

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich), students will:

● be aware of how their choices and decisions affect animals and their environment

● work and communicate effectively and sensitively with people

● Experience and Embrace nature

● Understand how animals come to need support and how they are looked after

● Understand that there are different forms of conservation, and describe how some are better than others.

● Reflect on how humans affect the lives of wild animals.

Dates:

Departure Date: Sunday Nov 19, 2023

Arrival Date: Thursday Nov 23, 2023

Daily overview:

Day 1: Visit activists at Love Wildlife, Activities at Sanook Farm.

Day 2: Visit WFFT, reflecting on experiences.

Day 3: Mangrove Ecosystem experience, Night Walk

Day 4: Birding at Baan Maka, Pramburi stream hike, Safari Camp at Phanoen Thung Camp [Astronomy night activity]?

Day 5: Meet the Sunrise at Phanoen Thung Camp viewpoint, Mindful orchid nature walk

Requirements:

In order to participate in this course, students must:

● Be willing to collaborate with others on a project

● Ability to walk on uneven surfaces

● Have an open mind to experiences

● Be able to work with others

Max Number of Participants: 35

Approximate Cost: 29,000 Baht

Tentative Sponsors: Mr. Ford/ TBA

Course Location: Rachaburi, Pechaburi, Kaeng Krachan National Park

Outside Thailand

Important Notes:

● Course outlines are subject to change based on a variety of reasons such as, but not limited to: fitting the needs of the students signed up, trip provider's recommendations, changes in local political environments, natural events etc

● Course Prices are approximate, in most cases costs have been overestimated, however final costs are determined by the total number of students that sign up for a course

● Some courses will not run due to low enrolment numbers. Students that chose such trips will be moved to their second choices. As a general guideline, most trips require a minimum of 12 students to run.

Bali Indago

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich), students will:

● Be curious about and sensitive to human diversity, especially the culture of the host country.

● Be aware of how their choices and decisions affect people and the environment

● Work and communicate effectively and sensitively with people from diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and cultures

● Develop and apply knowledge, skills and understanding of natural habitats and how we can mitigate and rehabilitate the human damage done to them.

● Take action and develop empathy while developing and executing reef replanting and restoration

Dates:

Departure Date: 18 November 2023

Arrival Date: 23 November 2023

Please note that the dates above are subject to change depending on ticket availability.

Daily overview:

Day 1: Arrive in North Bali, visit a temple and meet local fishermen in Les Village

Day 2: Walk and talk with village people; engage inservice work (regeneration of coral reefs); go snorkeling; learn about sustainable fishing.

Day 3: Engage in focused work on regeneration of coral reefs in the Les Village ocean; go snorkeling; evening games

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Day 4: Learn about salt farming; make ‘bath bombs’; visit Tirta temple and do a Balinese purification ceremony; travel to Ubud; evening games.

Day 5: Participate in a cycling and rafting adventure; evening games and relaxation.

Day 6: Experience a Balinese “Mepantigan” - a unique martial art designed not for self-defense but for learning about nature in mud! Head to the airport

Requirements:

● Have the ability to swim confidently and ride a bike.

● Be willing to collaborate with others in hands-on projects.

● Positively engage with local fishermen and other community members

● Be willing to learn about and respect other cultures

Max Number of Participants: 35

Approximate Cost: 74,000 Baht

Tentative Sponsors: Mr Cohen/ Ms Voigt

Course Location: North Bali

Cambodia service and community insight

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich), students will:

● be curious about and sensitive to human diversity, especially the culture of the host country.

● be aware of how their choices and decisions affect people and the environment.

● work and communicate effectively and sensitively with people from diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and cultures

● develop and apply knowledge, skills and understanding of child education with respect to learning a second language.

● take action and develop empathy while developing and executing enrichment lessons for children in local school in the host country.

Dates: 18th to 23rd November 2023

Departure Date: Saturday, 18 November

Arrival Date: Thursday, 23 November

Please note that the dates above are subject to change depending on ticket availability.

Daily overview:

Day 1: Arrival in Siem Reap

-We check into our new home for the trip and have an introduction to the week ahead, including meeting the staff and learning some basic Khmer words and phrases.

- We then dive straight into the busy week at the deep end with a Khmer Kickboxing class. Our expert teachers introduce us to this ancient art form, as we learn that control and discipline are the key elements to this sport We build up from basic moves into larger spins and kicks under the watchful eye and guidance of the professionals

- We then head into town for a Khmer style dinner at a special training restaurant supporting disadvantaged youths

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Day 2-4: Service Days

- Today we head into Kompheim Village for an introduction to the area which will be our home for the next few days. Firstly we meet the locals and learn a little about life in the village with a walk-and-talk tour.

- We will undertake a 3-day service project with the local community

- Whilst Siem Reap town may seem to be flourishing to a tourist on a short stay, the province is in fact one of the three poorest in Cambodia, and therefore one of the poorest areas in the world We work in the village of Kompheim and its surrounding villages. It lies just outside of Siem Reap town and is an area of extreme poverty.

- A recurrent theme of individual projects will be:

● Leaving a tangible change Many of our Cambodian trips are based around building important structures (such as school classrooms and training workshops)from plastic bottles and dry plastic waste from around the village Groups may also be involved in painting, gardening, building or refurbishing projects which are necessary in the schools or the village as a whole. These would be under the supervision of appropriately qualified local adults to ensure that the standard is of a level which is suitable for long-term benefit, but the students would very actively participate and become fully involved. Each group would also usually work directly with a local type-1 poor family on important home repairs or rebuilds

● Teaching in the school Our partners, HUSK, run several English language classes every week throughout the year in order to supplement the local students’ education and provide them with greater employment opportunities in later life. This is based out of the plastic bottle school. We will go into the school to teach English to the local students. We follow the curriculum that has been designed for the school and work with the local staff to develop teaching plans and practices to enable us to teach effective lessons

● There is also an opportunity during the week to play sports and games with the local students This is a great way of breaking down barriers and an important part of the interaction

- The days are long and intense, and each student will throw themselves into the project. We are not here to watch from the sidelines, but to become actively involved in useful and life-changing projects in the community. We work hard alongside our new friends in the village to provide service in the community and an experience that is enriching for all concerned

- After dinner each night there would be time for group reflection, discussion and planning for the following day The students will certainly be exposed to many things they have never seen or experienced before, so it is important to allow time for reflection and group discussion to help make sense of the huge range of emotions they are bound to be feeling. Many schools encourage the students to keep a journal of the trip which may or may not be marked, with students taking time each evening to fill it in

- In the late afternoon of Day 2 we also get to see the stunning Ta Prohm Temple, made famous to a larger audience in the Tomb Raider movies Ta Prohm is overrun with massive trees, their roots intertwined with the temple stones almost as if they are frozen in battle.

- On Day 3 we take a cooking class. As a group we learn how to make some famous and beautiful Khmer dishes which we then enjoy together

- On our final day in the village we celebrate our time there with a special dinner, which we share with the family we have been working with

Day 5: Cycling & Circus Skills

- We start off the day with a cycling adventure. This is a fantastic opportunity to interact with local villagers, so we start with a short refresher on the Khmer language

- Once we have mastered some important words we set off on a bike ride Along the way we will pass local barbers cutting hair in traditional barber shop chairs or basic wooden stools in wooden shanties, women frying food to sell, children practicing their skills fishing in the rivers and a host of other intriguing and fascinating sights. Cycling along

red soil past stilted houses we stop for snacks and drinks, as well as to visit and interact with the locals who are so enthusiastic to meet us and share their way of life with us.

- The bike ride brings us to a hidden temple in the forest where we stop for lunch and games, as well as a briefing from our guide.

- In the afternoon we have a unique opportunity for an authentic Cambodian experience The students take part in a circus skills workshop with local Cambodian artists This is linked to an NGO working to awaken the arts in Cambodia and is an absolute treat to be involved with After a traditional Khmer dinner we then get to see the circus in action!

- On the way home we have a chance to visit Siem Reap’s famous night market, where we can haggle for the perfect souvenir, or simply relax with a Khmer style foot massage.

Day 6: Temples and Great Race

- We have an early start this morning, but nobody will want to miss the journey to a local rural village to give alms as saffron monks wander through the village. This daybreak Buddhist ritual dates back thousands of years and is incredibly important in Khmer culture. An alms gift of food and water is part of the ancient belief system of earning merit and honoring the deceased. We take part in the ceremony with appropriately prepared gifts.

- We then visit the staggering Angkor Wat The jewel of the Khmer Empire was built over 900 years ago and remains the largest religious monument ever built A guided tour through the incredible complex will bring Angkor to life Students will learn about how the incredible temple was constructed, the people who lived around it and the stories of the gods and demons that adorn its walls.

- We also explore the amazing city of Angkor Thom. The city is surrounded by walls and five separate gates. We enter through the south gate guarded by angels and demons Within the city is the amazing Bayon temple adorned with smiling faces, the Terrace of the Leper King and Elephant Terrace We explore these sites allowing students to learn more about Cambodia’s fascinating history

- After lunch we take a completely different approach to learning about Angkor culture with the Angkor Great Race. This team challenge is conducted in Siem Reap and the surrounding villages. Teams undertake tasks both physical and mental, whilst navigating their way around and learning about the incredible history and culture of the region on their way This race is a memorable highlight of every trip!

- We then head to the airport for an evening departure

Requirements:

In order to participate in this course, students must:

● Be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions

● Be willing to collaborate with others on a project

● Positively participate in the planning and delivery of all lessons and learning activities

● Prepare lesson plans and instructional materials for students in a local school.

● Explore & gain a deeper understanding, appreciation, and purpose behind completing service project for the local community

Upon completion of DELVE, students will:

● Post their DELVE reflection in a Google drive folder which will be provided

Max Number of Participants: 40

Approximate Cost: 69,000 Baht

Tentative Sponsors: Mrs. Corneanu/ Mr. Snook

Course Location: Siem Reap, Cambodia

CEBU MARINE ADVENTURE & SERVICE, Philippines

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich), students will:

● be curious about and sensitive to biodiversity and human diversity

● be aware of how their choices and decisions affect people and the environment

● work and communicate effectively and sensitively with people from diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and cultures for a common, environment service goal

● develop and apply scientific knowledge, skills and understanding to service projects involving the environment

● take action and develop empathy while developing and executing technical tasks in and around marine environments

Dates:

Departure Date: Saturday, November 18, 2023

Return Date: Friday, November 24, 2023

Please note that the dates above are subject to change depending on ticket availability

Daily overview:

Day 1: Arrive, Rest at hotel, Intro to Snorkeling and Marine Biology

Day 2: Mangrove Surveying for Species Health

Day 3: Boat/Paddle Skills Training, Coral Health Survey

Day 4: Bird Observation Session, Snorkeling to Restore Reefs

Day 5: Boating, Paddling, Snorkeling Excursion

Day 6: Artificial Reef Construction Project

Day 7: Morning Snorkeling, Souvenir Shopping, Leave hotel to Return Home

Requirements:

In order to participate in this course, students must:

● Be able to swim in water above a depth of 10 feet.

● Be willing to collaborate with others on projects and in group activities.

● Positively participate in learning about marine biology and conservation

● Be sensitive to the local culture in terms of dress and conceptualization of biodiversity

Max Number of Participants: 25

Approximate Cost: 83,000 Baht

Tentative Sponsors: Mr McMillan/ TBA

Course Location: Cebu, Philppines

Japan Trekking

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich), students will:

● be curious about and sensitive to human diversity, especially the culture of the host country.

● be aware of how their choices and decisions affect people and the environment

● work and communicate effectively and sensitively with people from diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and cultures

● engage with and make an active contribution to a local community

● learn about the ways in which de-population and aging affect local communities and nations as a whole

● Come to understand more about their role is helping maintain a rich and vibrant bio-diverse world

Dates:

Departure Date: 18 NOV 2023 (SAT)

Arrival Date: 23 NOV 2023 (THUR)

Please note that the dates above are subject to change depending on ticket availability.

Daily overview:

Day 1: Arrive in Japan // travel to + tour the extensive grounds of Usa Shrine for an introduction to the vibrant history of the Kunisaki Peninsula

Day 2: Outdoor service with local shiitake mushroom farmers // tree planting + work in locale community garden // soba-noddle making class // Wadaiko Japanese drumming performance + workshop

Day 3: Full day of walking + hiking to explore the beauty of the Kunasaki Peninsula

Day 4: Zazen meditatation at Futago-ji with local priest Gojun-san // travel to Himeshima island // island exploration

Day 5: travel to Dazaifu for exploration of an elegant Shinto shrine // time to explore local artisans + shops

Day 6: Travel back to Bangkok

Requirements:

In order to participate in this course, students must:

● Be willing and ready to enjoy a day of outdoor service

● Be willing and ready to enjoy multiple days of beautiful walks and hikes

● Be willing and ready to enjoy the beauty of nature

● Be willing and ready to engage meaningfully with a new culture and different ways of living

Max Number of Participants: 35

Approximate Cost: 120,000 Baht

Tentative Sponsors: Ms Barnes / Mr Mees

Course Location: Kunisaki Peninsula, Kyushu, Japan

Laos Service Learning Project

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich) students will:

● Be curious about and sensitive to human diversity, including the cultures of the host country, Laos

● Communicate effectively and sensitively with people from diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and cultures

● Take action to preserve and protect the environment

● Appreciate and care about the environment and be committed to sustainable practices

Course Description:

Students will travel to Luang Prabang in Northern Laos, and travel to a village in a nearby district to work on our project. Our project will involve building an adobe-clay dormitory for students at the village school. The project of the school dormitory will eventually allow students who live far away from the school the opportunity to attend more regularly Here is a link to the video for your information

The bulk of the week will be spent in the village, where we will stay at Kao Niaw Farmstay We will also hear stories from the locals about life in Laos, and gather around a bonfire in the evenings for games and fun after the workday is finished

At the end of the week we will get up early and hike to the beautiful Kuang Si waterfall It's a two hour walk through the Laos jungle and we will spend the afternoon swimming in the turquoise pools After this, we will visit the nearby Black Bear Rescue Center before getting the vans to take us back to Luang Prabang

On our final morning we visit one of the many beautiful temples in the area and visit the Unexploded Ordnance Museum We will learn about the UNESCO World Heritage site of Luang Prabang and its colonial history, and then have a quick last lunch before heading to the airport to return home

Requirements:

In order to participate in this course, students must:

● be in good physical condition, due to some of the physical demands of the trip, like trekking,

● Be willing to “rough it” for several days and get muddy while working

● Have a passport which is valid for more than 6 months

During the DELVE course, students will:

● have opportunities to reflect on their experiences during the trip

Max Number of Participants: 35

Approximate Cost: 48,000 Baht

Tentative Sponsors: Mr. Speirs/ TBA

Course Location: Northern Laos

Nepal: Trekking and Service

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich), students will:

● be curious about and sensitive to human diversity, especially the culture of the host country

● be aware of how their choices and decisions affect people and the environment

● work and communicate effectively and sensitively with people from diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and cultures.

● follow a training plan to ensure they are capable of walking up to 9 hours and up to 3210m

● take action and develop empathy while developing and executing enrichment lessons for Moonlight School students

Dates:

Departure Date: Saturday 18th November

Arrival Date: Friday 24th November

Please note that the dates above are subject to change depending on ticket availability

Daily overview:

This DELVE experience offers students a chance to explore a new culture, push themselves physically while hiking up to 3210m and make life long friends Nepal is a once in a life time experience and the power of the Himlayans can leave a long lasting impression As part of the service element and in conjunction with the Moonlight Foundation students will also need to prepare a lesson focusing on learning and teaching strategies Students may also be asked to practice their lesson plans in teaching simulations with other members in the group. ISB has a long standing relationship with this school and we are pleased and proud to be about to rekindle this.

Day 1: Arrival to Katmandu, check into the hotel

Day 2: Fly to Pokhara and trek to Tikhe Dhunga (1540m)

Day 3: Trek to Ghorepani (2860m)

Day 4: Trek to Pun Hill (3210m) and trek back to Thikedhunga

Day 5: Trek to Birethati, drive back to Pokhara International Airport and fly back to Kathmandu

Day 6: Service project at Moonlight School

Day 7: Sightseeing in Durbar Square in the morning and fly back to Bangkok arriving around 6 30pm

Requirements:

In order to participate in this course, students must:

● Be willing to train to a level of fitness appropriate for hiking in the Himalayas as well as pack appropriate for winter weather at elevation including rain gear

● Have worn in hiking boots and a back pack is essential

● Be willing to have a good attitude particularly when things get tough on steep uphills or if the weather gets bad

● Positively participate in the planning and delivery of all lessons and learning activities at Moonlight School

● Be respectful to local culture and environment and to follow guides and teachers instructions

Max Number of Participants: 20

Approximate Cost: 92,000 Baht

Tentative Sponsors: Dr. Welch / Mr. Sambula / Ms. Walsh

Course Location: Kathmandu, Pokhara, Poon Hill

Vietnam: Service & Community Insight

As a result of participating in D.E.L.V.E. (Discover, Explore, Learn, Volunteer, Enrich) students will:

● Be curious about and sensitive to human diversity, especially the culture of North Vietnam

● Be aware of how their choices and decisions affect people and the environment while understanding that individuals have worth regardless of differences and backgrounds

● Work and communicate effectively and sensitively with people from diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and cultures.

● Appreciate and care about the environment and be committed to sustainable practices.

● Take action to preserve and protect the environment.

● Be aware of how their choices and decisions affect people and the environment.

Course Description:

In this six-day learning adventure, we will set out to embrace new and unfamiliar parts of our new “Home” and our extended “Family” in Vietnam Students will engage with a new culture through experiencing its history, architecture, language, arts, traditions and more. We will explore the natural environment from the mountains and forests of northern Vietnam and spectacular karsts of Halong Bay. But most importantly students will experience living in a remote village with a hill tribe and engage in meaningful service work. The exact type of service work will depend on the needs of the village we stay at This could entail working with a local school to rebuild classrooms or gardening The aim is to have a lasting impact on the community we visit

Daily overview - some highlights:

Day Zero: Depart ISB and travel to Hanoi, Vietnam

Day 1: Depart Hanoi and head to Ngoc Son Ngo Long, hike to village, learn about our host village

Day 2: Take part in service work, enjoy village activities

Day 3: Take part in service work, enjoy village activities

Day 4: Depart village and return Hanoi, explore Hanoi, watch a water puppet show

Day 5: Depart Hanoi and head to Halong Bay, explore karsts by kayak, squid fishing and dinner on a Junk

Day 6: Explore floating villages, cruise back to Halong City, fly back to Bangkok

Requirements:

To participate in this course, students must:

● Have a valid passport for more than six months and a valid Thai re-entry visa.

● Have permission to be in the water and be able to swim.

● Be willing to collaborate with others on a project

● Be willing to engage in meaningful service projects and look for opportunities to gain a deeper understanding of the benefits of service work

● Have an open mind to learning about Northern Vietnamese culture, customs and traditions.

Max Number of Participants: 35

Approximate Cost: 69,000 Baht

Tentative Sponsors: Ms. Fuson / Mr. Sheridan

Course Location: Vietnam