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Dear Students and Families at TAS,

We will be running our annual Week Without Walls event this November and we want you to be involved! Learning is about so much more than just what takes place in a classroom. At TAS, we want our students to understand di�erent cultures, see di�erent places and give back to the community. We will be o�ering a selection of international and domestic trips for the week of November 12th to the 15th that allow everyone a chance to get out in the world and see how other people live and what they can do to help. Please have a look at the enclosed booklet with details about our di�erent trips. We are really excited to have so many options this year and we hope all students will participate in this incredible opportunity!

All the best,�e Week without Walls team

CAT TIENCAT TIENN a t i o n a l P a r kN a t i o n a l P a r k

Volunteer tasks may include:Volunteer tasks may include:

Staying in Cat Tien National Park

Transportation, food and accommodation (2 people per room) provided4 DAYS, 3 NIGHTS (MONDAY - THURSDAY) 

Assisting in the creation of bear pools

Assisting keepers in cleaning of forest enclosures and bear dens

Clearing areas for enclosure space

Constructing climbing structures for the bears

Food preparation & distribution (scatter feeding)

Providing sensory enrichment throughout forest enclosures

Creating new ‘bear proof ’ enrichment (bring some ideas with you!)

Creating/repairing/installing bear hammocks

Recondition existing enclosures

General maintenance & improvement to the centre i.e. painting, sanding, repairs & gardening

R U S T I C PAT H WAY S T R I PR U S T I C PAT H WAY S T R I PTO C A M B O D I ATO C A M B O D I A

-We will complete two days of service work with local community members and professionals assisting with a housing improvement initiative. Groups will begin work on building a new �oating home for a family within the community. In your free time, spend time getting to know your hosts and exploring this unique community.

-We will jump aboard our very own river boat and embark on a journey to the unique �oating communities. Experience a completely di�erent way of life in Cambodia's �oating villages where families do everything on their boats, from cooking their morning meals to reeling in their �shing nets at the end of the day.

-Sail back to Siem Reap where you’ll explore the famous night markets for some local souvenirs.

-�e students will head to Phare, the Cambodian Circus a�er dinner for an inspiring show of acrobatics performed by students from Phare Ponleu Selpak, an organization that educates disadvantaged youth through the power of the arts

-Students will visit the fascinating temple complex of Angkor Wat, an architectural marvel which dates to the Khmer empire in the 12th century. Marvel at the intricate carvings of Angkor's historic battle scenes and look out over the beautiful landscape from the top of the highest tower. Venture to see the huge, carved faces of Bayon and make your way to the shady temple of Ta Prohm, where massive trees have given this ruin a fairytale-like feel.

TO C A M B O D I A

-We will jump aboard our very own river boat and embark on a

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�is year Drama will be having another action packed week of Drama during week without walls. We will spend two days at TAS creating a new and original piece of theatre. You will be introduced to the theme and write the script before a workshop with actors from Dragon�y �eatre where you will explore how movement can be used to interpret text.

A�er a performance to friends and family we will jet o� to Singapore to be inspired by the professionals.

�is year we will be seeing the musical ‘Mamma Mia’ at the Marina Bay Sands theatre and then heading to the Esplanade for some live music and another performance.

Along the way we will explore Singapore’s artistic scene with some sightseeing and shopping (and maybe a milkshake or two)

�is trip is open to all ages but you MUST be interested in the theatre and performance!

FILMMAKINGWORKSHOP

FILMMAKINGWORKSHOP

Day 1:- Ideation: Students co-create the idea of the �lm they will be shooting;- Scripting the idea: Students learn international standards of script structure and format, and put their idea into it (every student has to write his/her own script based on the idea developed by the team).

Day 2:- Storyboarding the �nal script, which will be prepared by Mentors based on Students’ best ideas: breaking down the script into frames, learning basics of framing, camera movement and continuity;- Preparing script for production: what are production crews, scheduling, budgeting, talent management, set etiquette.

Day 3:- Basics of camera and its accessories, light and sound: all equipment will be provided;- Actual shooting: Students will swap designations from scene to scene, so everyone can be a Director, a Cameraman, a Sound Engineer, a Casting Director and Light Technician.

Day 4:- Post-Production: Students will choose the best takes, trim raw footage and edit the �nal �lm (video & sound).- Screening of the result: discussion of common mistakes, what went great and what can be improved, tips & tricks, Q&A session.

MADRID TRIPMadrid, Spain

(possibly Toledo or Barcelona as well)

November 12-16, 2018(Monday-Friday)

Open to Students of Spanish - current and former - primarily

Expected participation10-20 students (minimum of 10);

Grades 8-12 only

Chaperones 2-3 depending on student participation ( James Foster and/or Michael

Princer plus one female teacher)

Modes of transportation:• Return flight to Madrid

• Public transportation in Spain

Activities:• Sightseeing

• Cultural events• Service work

November 12th, 2018 to November 16th, 2018(5 days total)

LAOS Trip

- 4 nights of accommodation- All meals all days- All transportation in Laos- Rustic Pathways fulltime international and local guides- All activities as detailed in your itinerary- Single point of contact from Rustic Pathways for support leading up to the program

Day 1: Arrival to Luang PrabangDay 2: Conversation Partners and Laos Cultural HistoryDay 3: Service in Hill Tribe VillageDay 4: Hike to Kuangsri WaterfallDay 5: Goodbyes and Departure

- Rustic Pathways 24-hour emergency support throughout program- International SOS emergency evacuation assistance- All airport taxes and departure fees- All fees, community service donations, and guide tips

Conversation Partners and Laos Cultural History

T A L A I Tr i p

-Visit Endangered Primate Species Center-Learn Orienteering and ra� building-Cultural Exchange with local community-Community Ser vice for the local village

TAIWANTripStudy with native Chinese speakers.Learn about Chinese culture with classes in paper cutting, dyeing and metalworking!Explore the neighborhood with a visit to the night market!

THE COCONUT SCHOOLIN CAMBODIATHE COCONUT SCHOOLIN CAMBODIA

Learn silk weaving!Explore Phnom Penh!Meet and teach local students!Help build a school!Try local food!

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WEEK WITHOUT WALLSSign Up Sheet

Student Name:Grade:Parent Name:Parent Email:

TRIP SELECTION:

Please complete this form to register for a Week Without Walls trip by August 29. Submit this form to the accounting o�ce in B1 with your trip deposit. Additional trip information and permission slips will be distributed the week of September 3, 2018. Contact Ms. Anna Fischer, Week Without Walls coordinator, at anna.�scher@tas.edu.vn with any questions or concerns.

Coconut School – CambodiaCat Tien National ParkFilmmaking WorkshopMadrid - SpainShu Ten University – TaiwanRustic Pathways - CambodiaRustic Pathways - LaosTai Lai GuesthouseDrama Trip – Singapore

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