SATREE PHUKET SCHOOL - INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM CAMBRIDGE
A.Y. 2023 - 2024
The Outdoor Science Club “Sciencing” under the open sky.
SPK Lichen discovery by Waratchaya Poonthong (Year-13)
Diversity of Lichens at Satree Phuket School Satree Phuket School was established in 1909 under the guidance of Phraya Rasadanupraditimahisornphakdee, the former governor of Phuket, with a primary mission to provide education to young women in the local community. Satree Phuket School adheres to the principles of Sufficiency Economy and is resolutely committed to preparing its students for meaningful roles within the community. Over time, the school has experienced significant growth in student enrollment and the expansion of educational programs, which now include GP, SMIT, IP, and IPC. Satree Phuket School is more than just a center of academic excellence; it's also a thriving hub of curiosity. This academic year 2023-2024, the SPK-IPC's The Outdoor Science Club delved into an exploration of lichen diversity on campus. Lichens, which represent symbiotic organisms comprising mycobionts (fungi) and photobionts (algae and/or Cyanobacteria), were meticulously identified and documented by club members. Each student successfully identified a specific lichen species. This newsletter highlights the lichens uncovered by the club, revealing the diverse lichen world thriving in the school’s environment. 1
SPK Lichen discovery by Sean Sutjarittanarak (Year-12)
SPK Lichen discovery by Andrea Warnnisorn (Year-12)