(Newswire.net — January 28, 2014) Singapore, Singapore — This coming March, Singapore American School’s Intermediate School students will have a special opportunity to build bridges as ambassadors in their community when they travel for a school-sponsored trip to the Riau Islands of Indonesia.
“This trip will be a special opportunity for our [SAS] students to not just learn more about their neighbors in Riau but also to give back,” said Intermediate School Principal Marian Graham.
This trip to Telunas Beach will combine community service and the great outdoors. SAS students will participate in a cultural exchange with children in Indonesia, distribute school supplies, and participate in a service project to improve conditions at an Indonesian school.
An annual service trip, this year’s students will work on a development project and cultural exchange at a village school near Telunas Beach. This trip will not be only about community service but they will also have some time to enjoy the beautiful beaches while there.
“When we went last year,” shared Jemma Hooykaas, 5th grade teacher and trip advisor, “Students had a great time. Many of the students made good friends and learned a lot about themselves as well as the cultures surrounding Singapore. They were outstanding representatives for SAS and their countries of origin as they took responsibility for educating others.”
SAS Superintendent Chip Kimball stated, “We believe that our children are our best ambassadors. We encourage their curiosity and generosity at SAS at all ages. Reaching out and giving back through this cultural exchange trip is second nature to them.”
Established in 1956, the school primarily serves the American and international expatriate communities of Singapore. SAS is registered with the Singapore Council for Private Education, affiliated with the Office of Overseas Schools through the U.S. Department of State, and is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
For more information about Singapore American School visit www.sas.edu.sg.
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