As expected, Filipiniana 2011 was a huge success.  The morning started off with an assembly solely ran by the Student Council Members.  They had stories, singing, children and teacher dancing to showcase the culture and festivity of Philippines.  After the assembly, the chidlren had a fantastic tour on a Jeepney.  The Smarties sang their hearts out on the Jeepney ride that took us out of the ISM wall’s on to University Parkway and back again!  Eating ice-cream and having taho was a special treat for the children.

Next we learned how to make Turon - a traditional dessert of the Philippines!  They were introduced to different types of food in the Philippines with a short presentantion by Ms Andrea and Ms. Clarisse.  The children made several turons for donation to members of our service staff at ISM – as well as having a taste for themselves.  Ask the Smarties how delicious turon is!!!

At lunch the children were treated to a lovely parade put on by the high-school and middle school children along with the band!  The Smarties enjoyed watching and singing along to the cool sounds of all the instruments being played – the excitment was high!

Have a look to see what else the children were exposed to today!  Ask them what there favorite part was today and why they like it so much:) 

Happy Weekend Smarties:)