Issue
104
May - August 2016
CONTENTS
ACADEMICS 4
Congratulation to all Honor Roll Achievers
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Cambridge Secondary Checkpoint Certificates Presentation
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APT JSO Team
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Genius Olympiad
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Minister of Education Youth and Sport received Genius and APT JSO medalists
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12th Annual Cambodia STEM Festival
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SIMOC Finalists Gathering
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CULTURE 16
Completion of projects funded by Zaman Community
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Class of 2015-2016
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Valedictorian Speech
28
Summer School in USA
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Photos From End of Summer School Program
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Photos From Summer School
Editor in Chief: Yagmur Kasimogullari Layout Designer: Him Sokcheat Zaman International School Magazine is dedicated to training young journalists. Published in Zaman International School. Copyright 2016 by the Zaman International School. All rights reserved. No part of this periodical may be reproduced in print or electronically without the consent of Zaman International School. magazine.zamanisc.edu.kh
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Congratulation to all No
Class
School No
1
11-C
11677
Monyodom Chhe
96
2
11-E
11742
Teparun Sok
96
3
8-A
14601
Vannara Som
96
4
11-A
11656
So Oudom Try
95
5
11-E
11713
Soyean Chea
95
6
11-F
11722
Nita Ty
95
7
10-BSO
12733
Sophalliza Kang
94
8
10-BSO
12714
Norpheakmoni Samreth
94
9
11-B
11649
Monyvuth Ly
94
10
11-E
11704
Pichsovannthyda An
94
11
11-E
11755
Sahasvichni Chou
94
12
7-B
15608
Rithichan Chhorn
94
13
7-E
15708
Linda Ly
94
14
10-A
12601
Sarak Vikoma Ngor
93
15
10-A
12643
Vannara Lim
93
16
11-B
11624
Seuchhav Ea
93
17
11-B
11606
Theanhok Lim
93
18
11-B
14802
Peng Hout Taing
93
19
11-C
11654
Heng Irseng
93
20
11-E
11728
Mei Lan Loh
93
21
11-E
11709
Sopheavatey Peov
93
22
12-A
11813
Johnny Chung
93
23
12-F
12902
Victory Ravan
93
24
7-B
15621
Sokdiamant Chan
93
25
8-A
14612
Mengsrun Khim
93
26
8-F
14739
Sophea Sok
93
27
9-B
13632
Khunkimheng Sun
93
28
10-E
12707
Khunkimpor Sun
92
29
10-F
12757
Pichvatey Tuy
92
30
11-B
11605
Oussa Chea
92
31
11-B
11670
Hengkhun Ny
92
32
11-BSO
11703
Geech Hor Huot
92
33
11-E
11754
Morika Ra
92
34
11-F
14917
Kimhong Keu
92
35
12-E
10707
Catherosette Meas
92
36
7-E
15728
Eang Pov
92
37
7-F
15701
Nabolyn Chhay
92
38
8-B
14636
Bunlong Kim
92
39
8-F
14746
Puch Panha Aun
92
40
8-F
14737
Chhun Sreypov Chin
92
41
8-INT
14623
Joydeep Dash
92
42
9-A
13647
Srunhour Tech
92
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Honor Roll Achievers 43
9-F
13726
Chhenging Ngov
92
44
10-F
13903
Danika Vuthy
91
45
11-B
11610
Pagnreach Va
91
46
11-E
11730
Sokkeang Ny
91
47
11-E
11729
Puthina Keang
91
48
11-F
11749
Vuoch Lang Chang
91
49
12-E
10709
Pichvyda Tuy
91
50
7-B
15614
Kangchhoung Lim
91
51
8-E
14715
Sophea Sok
91
52
9-B
13634
Soputhik Seng
91
53
9-BSO
13602
Shen Huot
91
54
9-F
13727
Monyneath Tha
91
55
10-E
14929
Sivmean Hong
90
56
10-E
12722
Anna Te
90
57
10-F
12717
Sithiktiya Chey
90
58
11-BSO
11619
Pisith Chung
90
59
11-E
11724
Saophea Luu
90
60
12-B
10603
Sodarath Seng
90
61
12-E
11904
Kristine Marina Chann Keo
90
62
12-F
11910
Rumnea Sok
90
63
12-F
10715
Pisethmonika Ouch
90
64
12-F
10732
Lisa Math
90
65
12-INT
14824
Sitthideth Sayasith
90
66
7-E
15735
Kimmuy Ing
90
67
8-A
14621
Seuchung Ea
90
68
8-B
14604
Naravisoth Taing
90
69
8-INT
14749
Evadarita Tat
90
70
9-A
14801
Naravisal Taing
90
71
9-B
13636
Buneng Huy
90
72
9-F
13732
Chonineath Seng
90
73
9-F
14906
Vuthiya Saly
90
74
10-E
12718
Rithya Mong Dom
89
75
11-A
11614
Alan Lim
89
76
11-B
11674
Ravirith Meth
89
77
11-E
13901
Viraksabunny Ngor
89
78
11-F
11741
Rath Molica Lay
89
79
11-F
11743
Arya Leng
89
80
11-F
11750
Narita Heng
89
81
12-A
10627
Kimsinawath Chou
89
82
12-E
11907
Socheata Pal
89
83
12-E
10721
Rosa Nhim Khemara
89
84
8-E
14701
Amie Lim
89
85
9-E
13707
Sophea Chea
89
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86
10-BSO
12744
Veachakta Tha
88
87
10-BSO
12752
Chungsiv Kuoch
88
88
10-INT
12764
Shruti Dash
88
89
11-A
13805
Huang Hao Taing
88
90
11-B
11640
Chhayhy Kourn
88
91
11-E
11719
Rachny Toem
88
92
11-F
14927
Sivmeng Hong
88
93
11-F
11708
Sundayna Huot
88
94
12-E
14904
Peaknita Ngeth
88
95
12-E
10727
Duong Charanay Leang
88
96
8-E
14719
Chanbonormey Huot
88
97
8-E
14716
Eliza Heang
88
98
9-A
13603
Hanfong Luu
88
99
9-A
14843
Ponnarak Oung
88
100
9-A
13650
Soungsovichea Toch
88
101
9-A
13615
Rithysak Yous
88
102
9-B
14816
Sokina Ho
88
103
10-E
12748
Ratanakvisal Chhouk
87
104
10-F
15905
Sothida Se
87
105
10-F
12737
Somavattey Im
87
106
11-B
11638
Sopheabilly Kun
87
107
11-E
14912
Panhvy Chhiv
87
108
11-E
15915
Chornay Ly
87
109
11-F
11731
Sopheakmonita Hing
87
110
11-INT
15818
Chan Johan Kim
87
111
7-B
15622
Kuychhean Ou
87
112
8-A
14618
Khichhay Taing
87
113
8-F
14736
Jeasy Chhun
87
114
8-INT
15918
Samphors Munich Vannak
87
115
9-A
13648
Vithaphna Kong
87
116
9-B
13619
Sopheara Chea
87
117
9-E
13711
Chanvathna Chea
87
118
9-E
13703
Chanbopear Peng
87
119
10-A
13812
Many Kuoy
86
120
10-E
12747
Chanpich Danita Chhim
86
121
10-E
12709
Houyting Hong
86
122
10-E
12712
Socheat Long
86
123
10-E
12758
Arunpidor San
86
124
10-F
12753
Bophasour Long
86
125
10-F
12749
Pichpanha Ouch
86
126
11-A
13810
Maneth Sar
86
127
11-B
11669
Sothy Sarun
86
128
11-B
11626
Vingou Norak Phal
86
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11-BSO
11603
Pheanusa Satra Ty
86
130
11-F
14928
Sivmouy Hong
86
131
11-F
11752
Sreyni Ty
86
132
12-B
12801
Chung Leang Kuoch
86
133
12-E
11911
Satharath Vong
86
134
12-E
10730
Alin Kong
86
135
12-F
10704
Sovanpor Hun
86
136
7-F
15706
Keosotheany Pheng
86
137
8-A
14615
Monysovann Ly
86
138
8-B
14631
Thanan Neth Kosal
86
139
8-B
14638
Cheasreng Thorng
86
140
8-E
14708
Mony Choronice Y
86
141
8-E
14712
Sereyriot Ek
86
142
9-E
14832
Phech Hoang Ing
86
143
9-F
14916
Sochivornmonineath Meas
86
144
10-B
12624
Ritheyuth Va
85
145
10-B
12603
Kiry Kong
85
146
11-B
11660
So Panha Seng
85
147
11-B
11662
David Ty
85
148
11-BSO
11747
Iem Vouch Lay
85
149
11-C
11673
Arofat Sales
85
150
11-E
11746
Vimeanrachana Heng
85
151
7-A
15604
Chanrasmey Chea
85
152
7-INT
15618
Justin Chin
85
153
8-A
14620
Chhay Irseng
85
154
9-A
13606
Ravid Tann
85
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Cambridge Secondary Checkpoint Certificates Presentation At Zaman International School, we celebrated the students’ success in Cambridge Checkpoint. The students received their certificates and some presents. Parents attended to appreciate their kids’ success as well. The refreshments and snacks lent more time for teachers and parents to catch up with updates about the school, next academic year and students’ progress. Thank you for our parents and students for making time to visit the campus and share these moments!
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ACADEMIC Kudret Dogan
Vice-Principal
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APT JSO Team In addition, we experienced various activities that exposed the Filipino and other participating countries’ cultures. We had a ‘’cultural Night’’, which was one of the great parts of the event, where our students performed Khmer traditional dance in Khmer traditional clothes. It was a mind-opening experience, not only because we had a chance to experience the Olympiad but also it was an international event that brought together representaAPT JSO is an annual competition organized since tives from all around the world for a common pur2012 to develop gifted and talented students aged pose and showed how interconnected our world is between 13 to 15 years in science and technolo- today. gy fields and to nurture future scientists and engineers. It is participated in by the ASEAN member states, and China, Chinese Taipei, South Korea, and Sweden. This year over 85 participants from 13 countries attended the event. On 12-18 June 2016, me and our Zaman International School students, Somavattey Im, Anna Te, Sithiktiya Chey had an opportunity to join 5th ASEAN Plus Three Junior Science Odyssey (APTJSO) Science Olympiad which was held in the Philippines.As Cambodian group, we received 1 Silver and 3 Bronze Medals in Biology Laboratory Skills Category.
The event was composed of a poster exhibition, a laboratory skills competition, field exposures and project pitching. The theme of 5th APT JSO Olympiad was “Climate Change and the Rainforest”. As participants, we experienced the real challenges that confront the rainforest as an ecosystem, as it plays a critical role in climate change mitigation and adaptation.
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ACADEMIC Jennet Setdarova
ICT teacher
Over the summer of the previous academic year, I, along with two of my friends were invited to join a science competition in the Philippines. On June 11th, we went together as a team with our supervisor, T.Jennet, to join the 5th Asean Plus Three Junior Science Odyssey. When we arrived at the airport, we felt cheerfully excited, yet very nervous since it was our first time to ever get a chance to learn and experience such a competition. However, we did try our best and worked so hard for the entire week in the Philippines.
day, we did a project pitching by mixed group and dance for the cultural night. The next day, we were so relieved that we finished all the assessments and presentations of the program. We got to tour around many places including the mall.We’ve realized that all the hard work and everything we put in over the last few months paid off.
Though it was an academic competition, it also gave us the opportunity to strengthen the relationship among ASEAN members and foster friendship and networking with all the participating teams from different nations and cultures. It was such a wonderful journey for us. We did On the very first day, we went for an orientation many activities we had never done and went to given by the directors and professors in UPLB. We places we had never visited before. also had our poster presented on that day with the theme, “Climate Change and the Rainforest”. On the second day, we went on a tour to the Makiling Botanic Garden for tree planting and field exposure. The next day was interesting yet tiring day for us. We were assigned to do 3 laboratory Name: Sithiktiya Chey skills assessments on 3 different subjects which Class:10-F are biology, physics, and chemistry. On our fourth
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Genius Olympiad is an international event that is filled with great opportunities and I should know, because I was one of the lucky contestants who had the chance to join. In this competition there are various people that you will meet from countless of countries such as America, Cameron, Brazil, Romania, Turkey, etc. I actually met a few people from lots of various countries. They were friendly people and explained to me of their culture, which gave me a brighter view. Also, we exchanged social contacts and kept in touch when we could. Additionally, there are social events in between the competition like the Ice Breaker and International Cultural Fair. The ice Breaker consists of games that you will play with random people that you don’t know, build teamwork and have fun along the way. Moreover, International Fair was a small get-together where all the competitors and supervisors join to exchange country information, souvenirs and cultural knowledge. Furthermore, having an Olympiad on your resume for university will score you a lot of bonus points and make you out shine other applicants. Additionally, this competition will give you an insight of what university life feels like. Due to the event being arranged and held in Oswego University, it gives you a view of what the campus is and how the professors help students to achieve academic success. All in all, GENIUS Olympiad is a wonderful competition Name: Mei Lan Loh that will benefit you academically and socially too, so why wait?! Class:11-E
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រដ្ឋមន្ត្ករី ្រសួងអប់រ ំ យុវជន នង ិ កីឡាបានអនុញ្ញាតឲ្យគណៈប្រតភ ិ ូ
សស្ ិ សានុសស ិ ្សសាលាអន្តរជាតហ្ ិ សាម៉ាន់ចូលជួបសម្ដែងការគួរសម ភ្នំពេញ៖ នាថ្ងៃទី០៤ ខែកក្កដា ឆ្នាំ២០១៦ ឯកឧត្តមបណ្ឌិត ហង់ ជួន ណារ៉ុន
រដ្ឋមន្ត្រីក្រសួងអប់រំ យុវជន និងកីឡា បានអនុញ្ញាតឲ្យគណៈប្រតិភូសិស្សា នុសិស្សសាលាអន្តរជាតិហ្សាម៉ាន់ បានចូលជួបសម្ដែងការគួរសម និងរាយ
ការណ៍ជូនអំពីលទ្ធផលការប្រកួតកម្មវិធី Genius Olympiad ឆ្នាំ២០១៦ ដែលបានប្រព្រឹត្តទៅកាលពីខែមិថុនា នៅសហរដ្ឋអាមេរិក ដោយមានការ ចូលរួមពីបណ្តាប្រទេសចំនួន ទទួលបានមេដាយមាសចំនួន
៦៥។
ជាលទ្ធផល
០៤គ្រឿង
និងមេដាយសំរឹទ្ធចំនួន ១០គ្រឿង។
សិស្សានុសិស្សកម្ពុជា
មេដាយប្រាក់ចំនួន
០៤គ្រឿង
ថ្លង ែ ក្នង ុ ឱកាសនោះឯកឧត្តមរដ្ឋមន្តបា ី្រ នសម្តង ែ នូវការអបអរសាទរយ៉ង ា កក់
ក្តៅចំពោះគណៈគ្រប់គ្រង និង ប្អូនៗសិស្សានុសិស្ស ដែលបានខិតខំរៀនសូត្រ រហូតដល់បានទទួលបានជ័យលាភីជូនប្រទេសជាតិ។
H.E. Dr. Hang Chuon Naron, Minister of Education, Youth and Sport received Zaman High School students at his office. ZIS students brought 3 gold, 4 silver, 10 bronze medals. Many congratulations to them for their efforts and winning medals.
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Minister of Education Youth and Sport received Genius and APT JSO medalists
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Completion of projects funded by This years’ charity event has been very different. Our students wholeheartedly took the mission of generating funds and came up with most creative ideas. The projects were most popular among students, and even their teachers willingly helped make the charity week most successful. This charity keeps bringing us together as a community. We experience what it is like to be at Zaman. And in the spirit of pride that every contribution from each community member will make a difference in the other student’s or people’s lives and education. The outcome is what we have witnessed today. A token of respect to the local education. Our students have also observed the result of their effort. We have felt humbled by the guest of honor, H.E. Hang Chuon Naron’s presence on this occasion. We thank all of our students, parents and staff for their invaluable contribution to Zaman Charity Festival.
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SOCIAL M. Gurkan Cil
Principal
Zaman Community
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One of the most distinguished and significant annual events hosted by Zaman is STEM which stands for Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics. Stem is an exclusive fair where an abundance of students can display and explain about their unique projects. From the 7th till 8th of May, it was held at the enormous building A & B, which is located at Koh Pich. Hundreds of visitors from all around the city showed up in order to explore the spectacular world of science. Every project incredibly shone in their own way as they introduced valuable knowledge, exhibited interesting features and realistic experiments. Furthermore, some projects are not just for show, they also provided the viewers an opportunity to personally participate and experience the experiments. For instance, the most captivating project which was the hover-chair allowed people to sit and enjoy riding it in midair. Moreover, the atmosphere at STEM was never dull as there were always exhilarating activities and entertainments such as singing and dancing to lighten the mood. In the end, the fair succeeded with flying colors as everyone’s face including the students was filled joy and pleasure, especially after witnessing a magnificent flash mob performed by none other than the 11 graders of Zaman.
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Name: Borey Sok Class:10-F
Leaning towards the end of last school year, the 12th annual Cambodia STEM Festival was slowly approaching. This was going to be my very first-hand experience at STEM. Naturally, everyone was working hard a sweat on their projects to be displayed during the festival. I also had a project which was physics-related. People were rushing to get their project finished on time. You could really feel the adrenaline rush that day, we all successfully finished it on time. At last, the much-awaited day arrived. I was the first to stay at our table, but that wasn’t boring. Many people came by and asked questions, as I answered them and demonstrated with the models. When they were being showed the demonstration there face was lit up with excitement, which brought me joy to see other people enjoying what I’ve put much effort in. My shift was over and I finally got to move around. My whole body was filed with excitement, it could barely be contained. There were so many projects and so many cool things to see. It’s always fun to see and learn something new. All in all, I’d say it was a fascinating experience for me, and I’m sure for many other people as well. I’m looking forward to next year’s festival.
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Class of 2015-2016
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Valedictorian Speech By Victory Ravan
Good evening class of 2016, honorable guests, and esteemed staff.My name is Victory Ravan and I am the vice president of the 15th generation. It is a great honor to be standing here speaking to all of you on this special occasion. First, I’d like to express my thanks to my family, all my friends and teachers who helped me get to where I am now. I remember leaving middle school and transferring here for the first time as a 9th grader. I remember how the word “high school” often made my palms sweaty with anxiety. I’ve always imagined it being tough, and admittedly, I was scared I wouldn’t fit in because I couldn’t really speak proper Khmer then. Though we had a few rough bumps at first, my classmates grew to accept me and welcomed me as part of the class. They were kind and welcoming, smart and creative, athletic and determined. Some even conformed to my obsessive impulses with anime. How did it all go by so fast? It seems like it was only a few weeks ago that we were younger kids, chasing each other all over the school. When we all sang and danced to lyrics we did not understand in the song Gangnam Style. But now, here we are, all of us, on the threshold of new possibilities and opportunities; To embark on new pathyways to live well and with purpose. The words of Charles Dickens seems so apt right now, ‘’It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.’’ We’ve helped raise tens of thousands of dollars in many charity events, won many international contests, went on several trips to the provinces, played in many sport competitions, planted trees in front of Aeon, and had too many water and powder fights for a lifetime. As happy as I am to graduate tonight, I’ll never forget the memories we had, the struggles we went through, the fights and disagreements, the apologies and tears, the laughter and happiness we shared. We’re certainly through with the stressful days of examinations and pop quizzes. 26 ZAMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL - HIGH SCHOOL MAGAZINE
Now, at the end of our time as a high school student, we have an opportunity. Now’s our time to take on the world, to find and pursue our passions, to discover our own pursuit of happiness. We have been through both hardships and success and had experience in a wide range of things. Because of these conditions, I believe that we can overcome any obstacle. As graduates, we’ll face many uncertainties in both the immediate and distant future. However, uncertainty is just another word for opportunity. As Abraham Lincoln once said, “The best thing about the future is that it comes only one day at a time”. I know many of us doubt our abilities and talents and worry about our future, but this is just the beginning. Remember that you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. All it takes is just taking a step forward. Small it may be, but strong the outcome. Over the next few years some of us may end up at a college or trade school. Some may begin working full time or even start a family. No matter where we go or what we do, there are challenges ahead of us. What I’m asking from each and every one of you today, and myself, is to meet those challenges straight on with our head held high and our hearts wide open. Always remember where you came from. And always remember where you are going. Our time together as seniors and graduates of the 15th generation will be remembered by the relationships and time we spent together. Class of 2016, it’s been a splendid 4 years with you. Congratulations to my fellow graduates! We did it! I’d like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to all the teachers and administrators who worked so hard to make us reach this final destination. To my family who has always been there for me through thick and thin, who’ve raised me up to be the person I have become tonight, who have spent hours, days, YEARS of hard work to make sure I had all the things I needed: education, love, and support. I hope I’ve made you proud.
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Summer School in USA Last summer break, I went on a two weeks vacation to United State of America with my best friends. We visited various tourist attraction cities such as NewYork, Washington DC, and Boston. I had been looking forward to this trip for almost a year. Well, You don’t usually get to go on a trip with your friends, especially when you have asian parents. And due to luck, I have experience it. A trip with my friends give me a whole new views on things. I not only become more independent yet I also learn how to manage my own time and things. I think getting to go on trips with your friends sometimes are really good for growing teenagers. One of the tourist attraction and a must-visit place is the Empires state building, since it is the second tallest building in New York. I guarantee you it is the best place to star gaze at the same time you could see the color and beauty of the city from above. Moreover, we visited Times square, it represents the liveliness of the city as it is one of the most crowded place I’ve ever seen. TV advertisement every where, and you could surely find everything you need such as shopping malls, food from different culture and the most interesting thing - street performance. We also get to visit Harvard and MIT University in Boston, I think it is a very rare chance a student could visit such famous university. The exploration of the school gives me the motivation to study harder, grabbing the chance to get into a good university. Beside, Boston is the most peaceful city in America. The last trip was to visit Niagara Falls. Niagara Falls is the collective name for three waterfalls that straddle the international border between Canada and the United States; more specifically, between the province of Ontario and the state of NewYork. They form the southern end of the Niagara gorge. I could not forget the breathtaking view of the waterfall. Last but not least. I would like to thank the following for making my time in United States so memorable. With them, the trip was warm. With them, the trip was full of happiness and laughter. With them, I grew up. It was an idyllic experience. Name: Dalux Be Class: 10-A
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Hello I’m Eddie; I’m one of the students that went to the States this summer. I can’t believe I’m so in love with the USA because I’ve seen so many beautiful and breathtaking places. The first stop was the airport; obviously we were so tired of taking 14 hours of plane ride. When we were riding the van to our hotel for the first time, we passed this river that you could see New York City from the other side. At the first sight, I knew that I loved this country so much! And the next stop was a Thai restaurant which made us so happy because everybody was getting sick of those airplane foods. Everybody enjoyed their food, and then we took a 45 minute-ride to our hotel. The second day it was literally the best day of my life. The first stop of the 2nd day was a school where we had to take a test and an interview and we got to meet our teacher who was funny and friendly. Now can you guess what our next stop was? It was NEW YORK CITY; everybody was filled with excitement and nervousness because it was our first time to see this city. The city that never sleeps, the second you step your foot in this city, you feel that it is so crowded. The city was so beautiful, so I’m suggesting you to go there at least once in your life. When it was time to go back, I was so shocked because everybody was carrying 5 bags on both sides. We went to so many places and states but I’m not going to tell you all details, but here’s a sneak peak; it’s awesome!!!!!
Name: Eddie Smith Lok Class: 8-A
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Summer School in USA Last Summer, I went to the USA and I got a lot of experiences such as meeting a lot of new friends and also learning a lot of new things. I visited many places such as Boston, Washington DC, and Nigara Falls. While I was there, I learned how to live alone without my family members taking care of me. I also learned about that country and the history. Moreover, I knew a lot of places and my favorite place was the 5th avenue, the six flag, and the Statue of Liberty. In the future, I am planning to study in the USA.
Name: Sethya Sao Class: 7-F
It has been a great memory in America. The most thing that I never forget is that I went to Six Flags and shopping. We have been to Boston, New York, New Jersey, and Washington. We do a lot of shopping at Macy’s Target and Time square. However, Six Flags is the place that I really enjoyed because I was riding a roller caster and other rides. The most beautiful thing is that I went to water fall and I have to stay in the car for 8 hours. At the water fall, it has a half American and half Canada Bridge that is called “Friendship Bridge”. I wish that I can stay longer. Name: Sungy Kong Class: 7-E
Last summer, I have a lot of experience in USA. I went there for two weeks. It was for summer school and field trip to New York, Washington D.C, Boston, and New Jersey. I stayed at the Hotel in New Jersey and the Hotel was surrounded by a forest. It looked fun at the swimming pool, but I did not get a chance to swim there. I went shopping on the fourth of July. There was a big sale in time square. Moreover, the most excited place for shopping was that the fifth avenue. It was so big that I was almost lost there with my friends. We all went to Macy and bought a lot of stuff because that was our last shopping there. We went to Six Flags, it was an amusement park that had a lot of extreme roller coaster and had much fun. It was my best memory ever.
Name: Dalin Reach Class: 7-E
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The summer before my 12th grade, my friends and I took a trip to a completely new world. Being from a small country, I had never been exposed to the elements of a large city such as NYC. My trip there was like discovering an entirely new life that I had only heard stories of previously. Exhilarating feeling overcame me as I realized that I would soon be in one of the most amazing cities of the USA. On the first day of the trip, we went to the 5th Avenue which is one of the most popular and busiest streets in NYC. The buildings there were
Name: Kimhong Keu Class: 11-F
an incredible sight: Each street was crammed with buildings that were built side by side with no room in between, and a number of skyscrapers were present throughout the city. The twin towers memorial was the most beautiful part of NYC. The quiet, sincere feeling brought us great peace. The water even had a calm way of falling down the sides of the square falls. The peaceful atmosphere of the museum reminded us of the tragedy that happened in the past where many people died because of building collapsing as a result of an attack.
Name: Kunneta Long Class: 11-F
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SIMOC FINALISTS GATHERING
All participants of SIMOC including parents and teachers attended an orientation meeting and were given a presentation by Cambodia Country Director of SASMO to make all the students and parents well-prepared and informed about the Olympiad. Country Director of SASMO, Mr. Esen, wishes best luck to all Cambodian participants. Parents and teachers are looking forward to hearing good news from them!
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Photos From End of Summer School Program
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Photos From Summer School
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