Communication on Progress (COP)
June 2024 - May 2025
The world needs not only well-educated and intelligent people, but the world also needs them to be courageous and compassionate. We need people who extend their hands to help others and stand up for the rights of all mankind.
Varnnee Chearavanont Ross, Founding Director of Concordian International School
To our stakeholders:
I am pleased to confirm that Concordian International School reaffirms its support of the Ten Principles of the United Nations Global Compact in the areas of Human Rights, Labour, Environment and Anti-Corruption.
In this annual Communication on Progress, we describe our actions to continuously improve the integration of the Global Compact and its principles into our business strategy, culture and daily operations in order to progressively and sustainably move forward. Concordian will also fully promote sustainability in relation to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as part of education to foster the students to be global citizens who embrace opportunities to take action in response to local and international issues and make positive changes in other people’s lives. We also commit to sharing this information with our stakeholders using our primary channels of communication.
Sincerely yours,
Varnnee Chearavanont Ross Founding Director
Concordian International School was founded in August 2001 and is a Pre-K to Grade 12 IB World School located in Bangkok (Bangna area). Concordian is educating 1,022 students within the International Baccalaureate (IB) Organization programs.
It is the only fully trilingual international school in Thailand using the International Baccalaureate (IB) program with English, Chinese, and Thai as the 3 main languages of instructions. In the Early Years and Primary Years programs, students learn in an English-Chinese Immersion Program, once they move to Grade 5 and up, English becomes the main language of instruction.
Concordian International School is a private international school fully accredited by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IB) (PYP/ MYP/DP)
1. The New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)
2. The Council of International Schools (CIS)
3. The International Schools Association of Thailand (ISAT)
4. The East Asia Regional Council of Schools (EARCOS)
5. The Thai Ministry of Education (MOE)
Concordians will be compassionate, moral and visionary leaders who strive for excellence.
STATEMENT of IDENTITY
Concordian International School is a caring community that provides a rigorous trilingual IB continuum programme, fostering integrity and compassion in a safe and supportive environment.
STATEMENT of LEARNING
Concordian International School recognizes that learning is a natural and engaging lifelong process driven by curiosity as well as individual and collective experiences.
Learning at Concordian:
• is authentic and challenging
• is influenced by environment, culture and opportunities
• provides opportunities for students to think, inquire, collaborate and commu nicate
• allows community members to gain knowledge and understanding, with the skills, attitudes and dispositions to act and reflect ethically
• supports individuals in becoming principled and global citizens
To foster academic excellence while nurturing moral and responsible young leaders with dignity, integrity, and compassion, who want to make a difference in the world.
Concordian International School provides learners with opportunities to see themselves as responsible global citizens of the world.
Teaching at Concordian:
• emphasizes the importance of innovative and forward thinking individuals
• nurtures the holistic well-being of its learners
• encourages learners to be communicators who think critically and creatively while collaboratively solving problems
• is inquiry-driven
• is informed by assessment
• inspires lifelong learners who are equipped with essential skills, conceptualunderstandings and knowledge in various contexts
• embraces the diverse needs of learners and recognizes the value of curricular and co-curricular activities towards holistic education
Concordian International School promotes intercultural awareness through various facets including curricular and cocurricular experiences.
Intercultural awareness at Concordian:
• inspires open-mindedness
• embraces cultural similarities and differences
• nurtures understanding and respect
• encourages collaboration across cultures
• appreciates the fluidity of culture
Concordian International School supports our diverse community through holistic wellness, nurturing environments, and inclusive opportunities, which promote a balanced lifestyle.
Concordian International School nurtures global citizens who embrace opportunities to take action in response to local and international issues.
Global citizens at Concordian:
• think critically
• recognize and accept different viewpoints in our world
• respect all races, cultures, values, beliefs, and ideas
• engage with local, national and international organizations
• take responsibility for own actions and lifestyle
• challenge socio-economic injustices
• commit to human rights, social justice, equity, nonviolence, and sustainability
Concordian International School encourages all community members, individually or collectively, to take action.
Action at Concordian is:
• self-initiated and age-appropriate
• authentic, meaningful and mindful
• short or long term, ongoing or re-visited
• service or non-service oriented
Concordian International School is a service-oriented school that provides opportunities for all community members to engage and take action in response to individual and collective needs.
Service at Concordian:
• inspires the community to take action
• responds to the needs of the community
• supports and encourages service as action
• promotes authentic service opportunities
• provides resources and supervision to enable service
Concordian International School promotes collaboration by encouraging members of the community to work and learn together in order to achieve a common goal.
Collaboration at Concordian:
• recognizes and embraces diverse styles of communication
• expects community members to respectfully communicate with one another
• provides opportunities for everyone’s voice to be represented
• appreciates various perspectives, values, experiences, and knowledge of others
• promotes open-mindedness
• offers a variety of resources to aid and extend collaboration
Examples of practices in relation to the UN Global Compact Principles
Principle 1: Businesses should support and respect the protection of internationally proclaimed human rights; and Principle 2: make sure that they are not complicit in human rights abuses.
Concordian International School is committed to upholding the UN Global Compact Human Rights Principle by fostering an inclusive, respectful, and safe environment for all members of its community—students, staff, parents, and partners.
Our school policies promote equality, non-discrimination, and respect for individual differences. Concordian ensures equal employment opportunities and prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, nationality, or any other legally protected status. These principles are upheld in all aspects of school life, including recruitment, instruction, curriculum design, and student support services. All employees are required to review and sign the school’s NonDiscrimination Policy as outlined in the Faculty Handbook.
Safeguarding student well-being is a top priority.
Comprehensive child protection policies are in place to prevent all forms of abuse and harm. Faculty and staff receive annual child protection training and follow clear protocols to ensure student safety.
Human rights education is also integrated into the curriculum through student-led community service initiatives. These projects encourage students to take meaningful action on local and global issues, promoting empathy, equity, and social responsibility.
Concordian reaffirms its ongoing commitment to human rights by aligning its policies and practices with international standards and empowering students to become ethical and compassionate global citizens.
Student-led and school-supported initiatives that promote the Human Rights Principle include:
Food for All is a club dedicated to providing nutritious meals to those in need—whether humans or animals—aligned with SDG 2: Zero Hunger. Our mission is to ensure that no one around us goes to bed hungry.
Last year, we focused on fundraising and purchasing pre-made food or ingredients for donations. During our three charity trips, we used the funds raised from events like FOL and Zanook to buy the requested food items. This year, as part of our rebranding, Food for All will be taking a more hands-on approach. We’ll start preparing our own meals and donating the dishes we create. Beyond giving, members will also learn how to cook nutritious food that benefits everyone.
Stay tuned for the exciting things we have in store!
L (G11) - Food For All Club Co-President
Saturday School Global was founded to address the gaps in the Thai education system, particularly in providing opportunities beyond the traditional classroom setting. Our mission is to equip Thai students with the same opportunities for growth and life skills that international students enjoy, by having international students teach and support underprivileged youth.
This summer, a group of international school students volunteered at a Thai school every Saturday, teaching younger students a range of topics—from basic English, like prepositions, to more advanced subjects, such as describing cold symptoms.
In addition to the regular Saturday classes, we celebrated Saturday School’s 10th anniversary on August 17th by hosting a booth where we taught English and took the knowledge we taught to even more kids.
Looking ahead, Saturday School plans to introduce even more lesson plans and engaging classes throughout this school year!
L (G11) - Saturday School Club President
Telemedics, is a service club at Concordian that is partnered with the well-known Telemedicine app, Clicknic, which is associated with the National Health Security Office of Thailand. Telemedics is a direct-service club that aims to bridge the gap between underserved communities and accessible healthcare.
We travel to areas with lower socioeconomic conditions where access to medical services is limited, and educate individuals on how to use the Clicknic app to gain easy, free access to medical consultations and medication deliveries. We focus on empowering people to take control of their health, providing them with the knowledge and tools to connect with healthcare professionals, even from the most remote places.
Our mission is to make healthcare simple and accessible for everyone, regardless of their background, and by offering handson guidance, we enable these communities to bypass traditional barriers, as well as improving their overall well-being and quality of life. Telemedics is not just about technology; it’s about creating a healthier future for all through education, compassion, and innovation. Join us in making healthcare a right, not a privilege.
Ty Nilvichean and Kamisra (Bambam) Mahavanidvong (G12)
- Telemedics Co-Presidents
Tunes of Trust is a fundraising club with a mission to support retirement homes and institutions for the elderly through music. Every cycle, we organize a student-led street performance-style musical showcase in the lobby, featuring individual, group, and instrumental performers to attract donations from the Concordian community for a particular organization in need.
Towards the end of November 2024, the club organized our second in-school charity showcase with over 16 performances to raise funds for
a non-profit nursing home in the Samut Prakan area. Featuring covers of well known pop tracks like “Lovefool” by the Cardigans and “Birds of a Feather” by Billie Eilish, to a piano run of Mozart’s Sonata No.16 in C major, Tunes of Trust raised over 10,000 baht for the nursing home.
Next semester, we will visit the home and organize a series of musical performances for the elderly living there, as well as donate the sum raised to fund their living costs. Tunes of Trust encourages the Concordian community to participate in our future performances, whether that be as a performer, audience member, or donor.
Sophia, G11 Media Officer
Food for All is a student-led club committed to combating hunger and promoting food security for both humans and animals. This semester, we organized booths at Lhung Baan and the Festival of Love, using the proceeds to fund two impactful charity trips. We went to มูลนิธิเด็กอ่อนในสลัม, where we made cake pops, and collaborated with SISB at โรงเรียนอนุบาลหมู่บ้านเด็กสานรัก.
Additionally, we worked with Kindergarten Smiles to bake cookies, which they donated to those in need. Looking ahead, Food for All will focus on cooking our own meals and expanding our impact. Expect more activities and collaborations to bring smiles and nourishment to even more communities!
L, G11 Co-President
Focus First is a peer mentorship program initiative for visually impaired students in Thailand. Hosted in different subject areas, including the natural sciences and music, by Concordian High school students who specialize in each focus, the program aims to bridge the gap between education accessibility and visual impairment through a teach–share–hands-on approach.
This semester, we organized an outing run at the Bangkok School for the Blind under the Royal patronage of H.M. the Queen from November to December of 2024. During each session, our students engaged in an exchange of knowledge and experiences with the primary to secondary school students at the Bangkok School for the Blind, leading them through various hands-on activities that appealed to their sense of touch, and in the case of music, their sense of hearing as well.
Guided by a carefully curated, student-designed ‘curriculum’, the visually impaired students in collaboration with our Concordian club members conducted science experiments, tested out different art mediums, and produced music from different instruments. Next semester, we plan to expand our program to establish a more interconnected system of schools, as well as continue our commitment to the students at the Bangkok School for the Blind.
Sophia, G11 President
Kindergarten Smiles is a student-driveninitiative dediated to improving the well-being of underprivileged kindergarteners.
In Kindergarten Smiles, our role is to empower young students by volunteering, fundraising, and most importantly, creating and donating essential educational materials to enhance their growth. In the first semester, we have volunteered at two different kindergartens, donating 40+ coloring books in total (which we also completed this semester), and hosting different activities– such as musical chairs, red light green light, and more– that allowed students to develop motor skills.
For the next semester, we hope to create even more educational materials, and host fundraising events outside of school to raise funds and awareness for this community. Through these efforts, we aim to continue fostering creativity, supporting learning, and building a brighter future for all kindergarteners.
Katie & Otto, G11 Co-Presidents
The Health Hero Club is a dedicated group of students passionate about promoting health, safety, and medical knowledge within our school and community. Our mission is to raise awareness, teach life-saving techniques, and provide hands-on opportunities to explore the medical field.
On January 22nd, 2025, we hosted a CPR Workshop in collaboration with First Aid Training Bangkok Company, equipping students and teachers with essential emergency response skills. The workshop covered a comprehensive range of lifesaving techniques, including scene assessment, primary response evaluation, and critical first-aid principles. Participants learned to identify medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, heart attacks, strokes, choking, and complete airway obstruction and respond effectively. The hands-on training focused on performing CPR with proper chest compressions and rescue breaths, using AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators), and placing unconscious individuals in the recovery position.
Looking ahead, we plan to expand CPR training, introduce new health and safety workshops, and encourage members to design informative posters to enhance awareness. We also aim to provide volunteering and hospital internship opportunities to deepen medical knowledge and service-mindedness. We’re excited for another impactful semester of learning and community engagement!
Im & Ben (G12) Health Hero Co-Presidents
Habitat for Humanity is a student-led school service club with a goal of promoting affordable housing and community development for all communities in Thailand. Our club works to raise awareness, volunteer, and fundraise to support families in need of safe and decent shelter. Through hands-on projects such as site buildings and fundraisers, our members aim to make a meaningful impact in people’s lives with better housing units and facilities.
In the first semester, our club organized several successful activities. We attended school sport events such as football tournaments, and school club events such as the Hoops for Hearts basketball tournament, and raised funds for our site building project on May 22nd. Our members successfully raised enough funds and were able to attend the site building, helping a family at Pathum Thani construct the base cement floor for their home expansion.
Looking ahead, our second-semester plans are even more ambitious. Already, we have attended one of the biggest school events of the year, Zanook, and raised over 9000 baht for our cause. Almost 20 of our club members have also already attended the second big site building project for this school year, set in Ayutthaya, where we built the ground floor for a traditional Thai home. Our members learned many things from this project, including how to mix cement, what structures must be built and put into place before pouring cement, and how building even a small part of a house is no easy job.
All in all, this year was eventful for the Habitat for Humanity service club. We are excited to see what next year will bring!
Rika (G10)
Habitat for Humanity President
The Giving Club is a student-led initiative committed to supporting underprivileged communities in Thailand. Through our projects and outreach, we aim to bridge educational gaps and drive meaningful change in alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals—specifically Goal 4 (Quality Education) and Goal 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure).
This academic year, The Giving Club focused on making a direct impact on underprivileged communities through hands-on service. Our main project was a school renovation trip to Prachin Buri, where we visited
to help improve the learning environment for local students. We painted and redecorated the school library, creating a brighter and more welcoming space. In addition to the renovation, we donated essential supplies such as rice, bottled water, notebooks, and stationery, with a total value of over 25,000 baht. These items were carefully chosen to support the students’ daily learning and well-being. Through this experience, our members developed a stronger sense of empathy, leadership, and teamwork while contributing meaningfully to a community in need.
Mei & Bow (G11) The Giving Club Co-Presidents
Concordian Track and Cross Country is a vibrant community of passionate Dragons united by a shared love for running. More than just our spirited Monday after-school meetups, we’ve laced up for charity races and proudly hosted the inaugural Dragon’s Community Run this March at Nong Bon Water Sports Center Park. Over 30 members of the Concordian family—enthusiastic students, supportive teachers, and dedicated parents—came together on a sunny Saturday morning, not just to run, but to celebrate health, camaraderie, and the unmistakable Dragon spirit. More than this, we had no entrance fees; members had to donate used sports gear and equipment, because the club also advocates for purposeful running.
Going forward, we want members to complete CSR events and donation drives, and understand that sports can lead to lifelong opportunities that transcend barriers. Next year will be pivotal, marking more community engagement and running that Concordian has ever seen!
I have to extend many thanks to Mr. Toni, Mr. Ben, Mr. Jay, Mei, Pote, and everyone in the Concordian community who have supported the Track & Cross Country club. This would not be possible without you!
Henry
(G11) Track & Cross Country President
The Master Your Own Business (MYOB) Club is a student-led organization at Concordian International School that introduces embers to business fundamentals through hands-on experience. This year, the club launched its first-ever business venture called Master Your Own Fragrance, or MYOF, featuring limited-edition Valentine’s-themed perfume sets that were entirely designed, marketed, and sold by students. From brainstorming product ideas to finalizing packaging and hosting sales booths, every step was filled with excitement, collaboration, and a few late-night cramming sessions. We learned not just about entrepreneurship, but also about teamwork, problem-solving, and staying resilient under pressure.
The MYOF project was a huge success, earning a total profit of 23,557 baht, all of which will be donated to support the CO’27 school build initiative. Stay tuned—we’re already working on our next launch, and trust us, it will be even more unforgettable.
MYOB Officers
The Concordian Red Cross Youth Volunteer is a student-led Service Club that fosters action-driven direct service and empathetic leaders in the Concordian student body through Red Cross Youth Volunteer missions and community advocacy. The club strives to facilitate service-engagement activities and connects service leaders with Red Cross Youth Volunteer missions. The club has also hosted fundraising booths at the Festival of Love and Zanook Festival, raising funds and awareness about our cause. As the club makes service missions more accessible and hands-on, members continue to build a system for students to lead medical missions and contribute to the Concordian community and beyond.
Focus First is a student-led Service Club which is a peer entorship program initiative for visually impaired students in Thailand. Hosted by Concordian students who specialize in different subjects, the program aims to bridge the gap between education accessibility and visual impairment through a teach–share–hands-on approach. Members engage in an exchange of knowledge and experiences with the primary to secondary school students at the Bangkok School for the Blind under the Royal patronage of H.M. the Queen, leading them through various hands-on activities that appealed to their sense of touch, and in the case of music, their sense of hearing as well.
Art Club is a student-led Creative Club that allows members to immerse in activities beyond art by incorporating service activities. The club’s Florence’s Brush project aims to allow high school students to create a strong portfolio for various fields of interest, especially for art students. This project encouraged members to use their art skills to create art-based learning materials and donate them to kids who need quality learning materials.
The goal is for this project tobe long-term and ongoing, so that students can contribute to give back to the community.
The Light of Future Club is a student-led Service Club that aims to improve children’s well-being overall, emotionally, physically, mentally, and spiritually. The club’s projects involve helping underprivileged children who may be in need of support, such as giving essential supplies, spreading awareness, and aiding international groups. The club has collaborated with the FORDEC organization to teach children how to plant herbs such as basil and cilantro, emphasizing how these can serve as sustainable and cost-effective sources of nutrition. Members have also designed and led an engaging egg drop activity, encouraging children to think critically and creatively to protect an egg, fostering problem-solving skills through a real-world challenge.
During the last week of the 2023-24 Academic Year, the Secondary School hosted its second annual MYP Service & Community Appreciation Day which helped showcase how important service is to the Concordian community through a variety of exhibitions, interactive activities, and displays of appreciation.
As was the case with the inaugural event, the day was divided into three clear, and different sessions - Action, Sharing and Fun. First thing in the morning, when the students were full of energy, we undertook Action.
During this session, MYP students rotated between four activities: sorting recycling, packing care packages to be delivered to a community in need in Bang Na, interacting with a service-centered art installation, and writing thank you notes to members of the Concordian community that help to create a safe learning environment for us year round.
The recycling activity saw students help teachers clear recyclables from their classrooms, as well as sorting out recyclable material from their lockers, and recyclable materials that had been collected throughout the year.
The care package activity saw middle school students help one of our high school service clubs, The Giving Club, pack bags with food and toiletries which were then delivered to มูลนิธิเด็ก
All the products that were packed had been bought from funds that The Giving Club raised throughout the year.
The art installation activities saw students create personalized paper butterflies which were then stuck to a frame. Students could write notes on the butterflies, or simply decorate them, but the final installation of a many different coloured paper butterflies creating a larger butterfly symbolized that we are all one community changing and developing in our own ways.
And the final activity of the morning saw students writing thank you notes to all members of the Concordian community working on campus, from teachers to administration, from security guards to gardeners, from technicians to drivers - all members were represented, and students had a chance to thank everyone for making our school what it is.
After the active morning session, it was time to move on to Sharing.
During this session, students rotated between three areas, with the showpiece being the Grade 9 Service Exhibition in which the Grade 9 students exhibited their service projects to all other MYP students. The Grade 9 service groups each had a booth to showcase their projects, and discuss how their actions impacted their chosen communities. In addition to the Grade 9 Service Exhibition, service projects from the other MYP grades (six, seven, eight and ten) were displayed throughout the exhibition area for everyone to see.
When students were not visiting the Grade 9 exhibition, they were able to visit two other rooms to listen to even more examples of service in our community: one where teachers shared their personal connection to service throughout their lives, and one where all of our high school service clubs could interact with middle school students to show them future service possibilities at Concordian.
The final activity of the Sharing session saw a special guest speaker, Mr. Dean Madeira, from Operation Smile Thailand. Mr. Madeira spoke to all of our students about how finding a passion and giving mentality early in life can lead to lifetime of compassion and giving even once he entered into the professional world. His speech also highlighted Concordian’s special connection to Operation Smile Thailand which has included many medical missions over the years.
After working and sharing all morning, it was finally time for Fun. During this session, the students took part in two sporting activities that were meant to show possible ways to fundraise for worthy causes. The first activity was a small ‘knockout’ tournament: a basketball shooting game the students are familiar with from their PHE classes, while the second was a dodgeball competition that included a students vs. teachers game.
As with the inaugural event the year before, our second edition of the MYP Service & Community Appreciation Day was a wonderful day that allowed our secondary students to share their service experiences from the academic year, as well as come together to give thanks to each other, and continue to make our community a giving, appreciative and caring place.
Mr. Ben Weil Service Coordinator
On the first day of our Grade 9 bonding trip, we left school after lunch and arrived at Pattaya in the afternoon. Then our first official bonding trip activity was the money game and drawing game. These activities showed how creative we can be while also being a warm up activity for our bonding weekend. The last for the day was speed chatting. It feels like a tradition of the bonding trips as it allows everyone in the grade to have a bit of time to chat with each other, especially for the ones that aren't really close or haven’t talked before.
On the morning of the second day, we went to the Pattaya Redemptorist School for the Blind. When we arrived, the chaperones told us to put blindfolds on and led us down the bus. We were greeted by a buddy who walked us up to the assembly hall. During the assembly, it was revealed that the buddies who led us up were blind but they knew exactly where slopes and stairs were and how many steps were on the stairs. It was truly astonishing how even when they were blind they were able to navigate like that. After the assembly finished, we went down to learn the language of the blind, Braille. It was a perplexing combination of unnatural writing techniques and finding the corresponding letters. However,
the girl who taught us was remarkably accurate. While we were all struggling to understand braille this blind girl was doing it so effortlessly. Next, we went to play Goalball (a mix of handball and bowling), a sport created for the blind. We had the privilege to learn and play against the national team's Goalball athletes. As an athlete, losing my sense of sight was a hard thing to overcome. It was amazing to see how precise the athletes were as they were able to save almost everything. From going to the blind school, I learned that even with a disability those kids were able to have fun and make the best of their situation. I learned that we often take things for granted; and that even though we have all the necessities we still want more in order to be happy.
On the final day of our bonding weekend our two main activities were the gratitude letter which is like a tradition of our bonding trips and a session with Khun Varnnee regarding bad words. In the gratitude letter, we write something about everyone on their papers on how we appreciate them as our schoolmates, classmates, friends, or best friends. It had us reflect on our past memories with different people and learn to appreciate them no matter if the past we might have had with them was great or not. Personally, I like this activity as it makes us learn to appreciate others and all the little messages our friends write will be kept in our memories forever.
This year, I had the opportunity to go on a memorable bonding trip with my class. This was my first ever bonding trip and it was an amazing experience. One of the highlights for me was visiting the elderly home. We played bingo together, which brought so much laughter and joy. We danced together, and I was surprised at how good the elderly citizens at the home were at dancing. They were definitely better than me, and their enthusiasm was what made this visit truly memorable.
After that, we traveled to Khao Yai and we stayed at this beautiful mindfulness center. The place was very calming and it made me feel free from stress. We did a ton of activities and I feel like these games really brought us together as a class.
The food was another highlight. Each meal was a chance to relax and get to talk to other people. I feel like we were eating every three hours. I definitely did not go to sleep hungry!
I also got to know my classmates a bit better on this trip and I definitely made some great friends. We went on morning walks everyday before breakfast and it was a nice way to start the day. We even wrote reflections afterward, which really helped us think deeply about all of our experiences both during the bonding trip, or in general.
On the last day, we had a special activity where everyone got a piece of paper, and we wrote short gratitude messages to each other. Reading those notes was a wonderful way to wrap up the trip and I felt so happy to receive such kind messages from my classmates.
Overall, this bonding trip was an incredible experience for me as a new student and it allowed me to make some great friendships. This is for sure a trip I'll remember! Sahej - G10
On June 21st, 2024, Concordian International School came together for our spectacular celebration known as the “One World Festival.” This event brought students, teachers, and parents together for a day filled with fun, food, and festivities.
Students were sorted into four continents: North America, Antarctica, Asia, and Oceania. Each group embraced the spirit of their assigned region through colorful costumes and engaging activities. Sodexo setup tables with delicious food items from around the world.
The students’ costumes were excellent. The games and activities were colorful and fun. The students had a wonderful time while learning about different regions of the world.
The student council played a significant role in the festival, setting up a takoyaki stand game in Asia and a penguin bowling game in Antarctica. Teacher volunteers were on hand to help students make grass skirts in Oceania and paper ponchos in North America, adding a creative touch to the festivities.
A special mention must go to the amazing class parents, whose efforts were instrumental in making the day a success. They organized a variety of active and engaging games for students from Pre-K to Grade 5, ensuring that every child had a memorable experience.
The One World Festival was a testament to the Concordian community’s spirit of collaboration. It was a day where students not only had fun but also gained a deeper appreciation for the different regions that make up our world. The students, parents and teachers were able to come together on the last day of the school year one final time to celebrate our amazing community.
Mr. Joe Savage Student Activities Coordinator
Hoop for Hearts is a student-led, community-driven initiative that channels the power of sports to create a meaningful long-term social impact for underprivileged communities. Founded by passionate athletes committed to making a difference, the project raises funds through basketball tournaments and creative merchandise, ensuring each and every donation directly contributes to a change. This year’s medal inscribed with “play for something beyond yourself,” embodies the project’s message: there is always more to give.
From 2024-2025, Hoop for Hearts’ main goal was constructing a bridge for the Mlabri community. This infrastructure is designed to enhance the safety of students, improve accessibility of transport, and foster long-term development in the community. In fundraising for this initiative, we organized our third annual 3x3 Basketball Tournament, labeled as the Children’s Day Event.
The student-led event took place on January 11th 2025 from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM in Concordian’s SC Gym and featured 3 divisions: the Rookie (G4-5), Junior Varsity (G6-8), and Varsity (G9-12).
The essence of the annual Hoop for Hearts Tournament is aimed towards giving everyone a memorable experience while also nurturing the sporting skills of Concordian students.
It is more than just a competition, as it strives to teach Concordian athletes to become respectful, passionate leaders that show love for the game. Families, friends, and teachers came together and supported us in our cause! Special thanks to families, friends, and teachers who came and made everything possible! On January 18th, our team traveled up to Nan-province for a full day of on-site work at the community.
Alongside our Bridge Build project, we launched three additional efforts in making it a worthwhile trip: Basic Necessities Donation — In collaboration with the GivingStars, we organized a donation drive for essential supplies, Education Enhancement — Rita (G9’s) project that worked to improve education for the Mlabri, and Sustainable Livelihood — Planting 100 banana trees and mulberry trees allowing the Mlabri to self-sustain themselves and also as an opportunity for generating income.
Our time at the community was rewarding as we got to witness the community growth and progress made over the past two years! We explored and identified new areas of future development, and, most importantly, had a memorable experience that will stick with us and them forever.
together.whoever.forever
The Concordian International School Model United Nations Conference or CISMUN for short has been running for three successful years.
For the uninitiated, MUN is the simulation of the activities of the United Nations, where students act as delegates, representing different countries, who seek to find political solutions to prevailing issues. This gives students a great opportunity to learn essential 21st century skills, such as research, critical thinking, and communication.
Regardless of what field of study you want to pursue, developing these skills means you can talk confidently in their subject area, feel a responsibility as a global citizen, and strive to understand differing perspectives.
CISMUN III on November 2nd-3rd, 2024, was the largest ever CISMUN with over 400 teachers and students descending onto the Concordian campus--it was also the first international one, with a school coming all the way from Taipei! The topics discussed during the committee sessions
ranged from combatting Hannibal as he invaded through the Alps in the Roman Senate Committee, to providing safe passage on trade chokepoints in ECOSOC, to tackling racism on the football pitch in FIFA.
It is a core belief of the organizing team that the format of MUN can be applied to differing contexts, whilst still maintaining the same core benefits.
CISMUN was (and continues to be) one of the first conferences of the academic year. As such, we strive to aid newer delegates in their pursuit of MUN. Having more direct engagement between student leaders and delegates, as well as our interactive roleplaying MUN-101 session were geared towards making MUN as accessible as possible.
Moreover, the conference raises money for the annual School Build. This year, we were able to raise 300,000 Baht. We would be remiss not to thank our wonderful sponsors, including the PTA, TopGolf, CPF, CP-ALL, CP-Meiji, Jele-Beautie, and Koh Kae for their wonderful support.
It is also important to mention that the conference would not be possible without the aid of the school administration and staff (particularly Khun Alisa), in giving their counsel and time.
In the next semester, the MUN club is attending many exciting conferences; THAIMUN at Brighton College Bangkok has record attendance this year (with schools coming from as far as Turkey); RISMUN is innovating with a Greek Assembly committee.
It is an exciting time in the MUN circuit. As for the conference, planning will soon start for CISMUN IV. We hope to collaborate with the upcoming 11th Graders in their effort to fundraise for school build.
I think CISMUN's core strength is in its clarity of purpose: a premier conference for new delegates that fundraises for School Build. We hope that vision will continue for future iterations of the conference.
Burger (G11) President
Lhung Baan V3 is the third consecutive charity concert led by Grade 11 students, providing middle and high school string-combo bands with a platform to showcase their passion and musical talents. Lhung Baan was initially started by the class of 2024 and, since then, this annual event has been used to raise money for each year’s School Build project. Together with other projects led by G11 students, Lhung Baan V3 helped raise money for the class of 2026 School Build.
The preparation for Lhung Baan was not an easy feat, the committee includes 12 students from G11 this year. (Head of the committee: Pai | Booth & Food Management: Kate, Cal, Yumi, Pei | Stage & Audition Management: Pai, Kate, Pear, Ice, Cal, Yumi | Tickets Marketing & Sales: Bow, K | Media & PR: Pai, Pear, Mei, Pei Pei | Fundings: Chino, Tian) Each student has a distinct role in making the event possible.
The first preparation that went into this year’s concert was separating each student in a department they were interested in working in.
Secondly, we made a timeline for each department, brainstorming the major responsibility for each person. Third, we came up with a profit goal to support this past year’s School Build, along with calculating the costs of hosting the event.
The Booth & Food Management was responsible for inviting and organizing clubs around the school to open booths and raise funds for their own services. The Stage & Audition Management was responsible for inviting bands to join the concert, including managing an audition along with contacting outside suppliers for the sound and lighting on the event day.
The Tickets team was responsible for selling tickets and coupons used in the event. Marketing and Sales were responsible for advertising the event around campus. The Fundings department was responsible for management of all monetary donations and ticket sales of the event. Each team had a vital role in the event, we worked collaboratively to ensure all parties were properly taken care of. Lhung Baan V3 was held on October 30th, 2024 in P501 from 3:30pm to 5:30pm. The day ran smoothly from the beginning to end. The day started with the load in of sound and lighting from an outside supplier, with the help of the school’s events team, we were able to facilitate the load in with great efficiency. Sound check for bands followed right after the completion of load in. Sound check was a very important time for bands to test out the stage environment, and make sure the band sounds good out in the audience area as well.
Clubs who signed up to open booths were then welcomed to set up during sound check, ensuring that there was enough time for each booth to set up their sales. The sound check and booth set up ended right before the event’s doors opened to the audience. The event had 9 bands in total: Hydrogen, SYNK, General Shark and The Great White, Root 36, The Rubik’s, TATA, Tuesday Club, 3.1415, Suki Mala. To summarize, Lhung Baan V3 was a great success, with over 30,000 baht raised for th Class of 2026 School Build!
The Class of 2026 students were on a mission trip to Baan San Doi Ngam village in Tak province in November 2024, where we would spend 4 days and 3 nights renovating the school ‘Tee Moo Ka Ta’. When we arrived at the village, we were given time to settle in—we put up the tents and unpacked our bags. After doing so, the local school children took us to the nearby stream where we were given time to play and get closer to the children. Later that afternoon, we showered, rested, had dinner, and to cap off the night, the ‘My School Team’ gave us a brief introduction of their origins and what we would be doing over the following few days.
4:00 AM…Rise and shine! The roosters crowed throughout the night! They ruined our sleep… 6:00 AM was the morning call, and at 8:00 AM, it was time to get to work. We began working on our build as we split into two main teams: the builders, who
focused on nailing the walls, and the painters, who worked on the school's aesthetics. We had our ‘mandated breaks’ here and there, but overall, made great progress!
On our third day, the build really started to come alive! The walls were completed, the interior drawings were growing, and everyone was working as a team. Champ, in particular, formed an army of kids who assisted us in painting the exterior of the school. In the afternoon, we prepared some snacks for the children and witnessed something special. The small treat meant the world to them. In that moment, we collectively realised the value of appreciating the little things in our respective lives. Later that evening, the villagers performed a series of cultural dances from their Karen culture as a thank-you gift, and we shared our gratitude with a couple of karaoke and traditional dance songs.
On our fourth and final day at Tee Moo Ka Ta, we completed the finishing touches on our drawings and presented our donations, including school bags, medical kits, furniture, and coloring books. Goodbyes are always bittersweet—our time with the children became lasting memories of our lifetime, making this one unforgettable experience.
After we left the village, we travelled back to Mae Sot, where we had time to reflect on the few days we spent on the school build project, as well as doing some local sight-seeing that included visiting a couple of waterfalls and even a small chocolate farm.
The four days in the village meant everything for us as a group; it taught us to appreciate our lives more deeply, to recognize the value of both the opportunities we have and the small details we overlook in our fast-paced routines. The school build project highlighted a unique perspective on fulfillment, showing how different people experience it in their own ways. Most importantly, our greatest takeaway was the importance of relationships—learning to cherish our loved ones as we witnessed just how much family means to the people in the village.
At the beginning of the 2024-25 Academic Year, the secondary Service Department launched a new program for all students from Grade 6 to Grade 8, where students were able to sign up for mini service trips that would take place either during shortened day afternoons, or on Saturday mornings.
The chosen communities were Satit Bangkaew Kindergarten, Khlong Palat Priang School, Baan Heng Kwarm Wang Onnut Childcare centre and Wattananiwad Foundation elderly home for Wednesday afternoons, and Khao Khiao Wildlife and Nature Education Center for Saturday mornings.
The change in program allows our students, and school, to form lasting connections to these communities, providing benefits to both sides. By exposing our middle school students to a variety of different types of service, we hope to nurture their compassion, and grow their interest in helping the world around them.
Mr. Ben, Service Coordinator and Mr. Jay, Service Liaison
Before the school year began, five local communities were chosen based upon several factors such as student interest, proximity to Concordian, and variety of community engagement activities. Satit Bangkaew Kindergarten
Concordian students visit the kindergarten to help the teachers and kitchen staff serve afternoon snacks to the kindergarteners after they wake up from their nap. Students then join the kindergarteners for one afternoon class, assisting the teacher with guiding the kindergarteners through their homework exercises in small groups. Afternoon class usually ends with fun, quick games and songs.
Slum Child Care Onnut (Baan Heng Kwarm Wang)
The facility serves as a daycare center for underprivileged children ages 3 months to 5 years old. Concordian students assist the caregivers with serving afternoon snacks of milk and treats, before afternoon activities with the children including reading, music, playing with toys, and supervising their playground time.
The facility serves as a home for the elderly where they can reside together in a small community. Concordian students visit to assist with facility-upkeep activities, before engaging in fun activities with the residents, such as singing and ball-game competitions.
Khlong Palat Priang School is a primary school that Concordian has visited for Service activities in past years. Concordian students work on worksheets (English, Mandarin Chinese, Math) with small groups of primary students (G1-G3). At the end of the session, students from both schools stand together in front of the class to present by counting out loud from 1-10 in Mandarin Chinese, so that the primary students get to try speaking a language that is not offered in their curriculum.
Khao Khiao Wildlife and Nature Education Center (ศูนย์ศึกษาธรรมชาติและสัตว์ป่าเขาเขียว)
The Wildlife and Nature Education Center is located in Chonburi province and was the first semester’s Saturday trip option. Upon arrival, students heard short briefings on tree planting and building artificial nests from the local experts, before getting their hands dirty to apply what they had learned by doing it themselves. After completing these sessions, students were also able to try birdwatching using binoculars and telescopes.
From November 2nd to 4th, 2024, six members of Operation Smile club travelled to Mae Sot, Tak province, to be part of Operation Smile’s 100th Thai medical mission. Operation Smile is an international organization that arranges life-changing medical procedures such as cleft-palate corrections to patients in rural locations that could otherwise not afford them. On this mission, Operation Smile completed 107 such surgeries, and Concordian’s Operation Smile club members were able to interact with both doctors and patients alike to better understand what such an endeavor entails.
Day 1: We attended a student briefing on the five-day program. During this briefing, we learned more about Operation Smile’s mission, and what is expected of us throughout this volunteering period. We packed smile bags for hospitalized children. The bags consisted of items such as shower gel, tissue paper, teddy bears, and toothpaste. While packing, we also met students from other schools and got to know more about them.
Day 2: We were given a tour of the hospital by Ms. Emilee Johnson. Then we picked up toys and went to play with the children in the screening area. Some students also gave demonstrations on how to prevent and treat burn care. We also went to decorate the pediatric wards and were given an opportunity to showcase our creativity. After a long day, we were invited to dinner by the Operation Smile team and our members also decided to sing for the guests in order to lift up their spirits.
Day 3: We made thank you cards for the Operation Smile team, volunteers, and donors. We also made gift bags for them which contained items that we had hand-selected, such as powdered coffee and small notebooks and delivered them to their rooms as an appreciation for them to find after a long day. We were also given the opportunity to visit the operating area, we saw the recovery room, sterilization room, and operation theater.
Operation Smile brought a sense of comfort to patients who might otherwise have felt isolated or misunderstood due to the language barriers. Their efforts remind us that compassionate healthcare is more than just treatment ––– it’s about creating connections and empowering communities through shared understanding.
One of the many ways musicians can use their gifts is by being the voice for those who are in need, offering their talents as a way to support and raise awareness to the community. Our very own Con Brio choir members had the incredible opportunity to use their gift of music by participating in the Voices for Change Charity events on the 13th, 18th and 19th of January, 2025.
Voices for Change is a charity-driven concert event that aims to support the Community Children Foundation (CCF), under the royal patronage of HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn. CCF aims to raise financial support for over 100 disadvantaged children to help them go back to school.
The Concordian community had the wonderful opportunity to host the kickstarter concert at the Grand Theater on January 13. Highlighted in the event were the performances of The Bear Necessities, the all-suspendered, all-spectacular award -winning acapella group all the way from Brown University in Rhode Island USA, who are here to support Voices for Change as well. Joining them on the stage was Con Brio, who opened with a heart-warming rendition of Homeward Bound. They
also sang with the Bears in the finale performance of Sisi ni Moja, a song that embodies unity, peace, and the shared human spirit. It was a wonderful celebration of music that was shared by the entire Concordian community, and will surely leave long lasting memories.
Three of the Con Brio members also joined the Voices for Change A Capella Vocal Camp, held at the Holiday Inn on January 18. This was attended by 20 students from international schools all over Bangkok, and was headed by The Bear Necessities. At this camp, they learned how to sing without any accompaniment, which was a fun challenge as it allowed them to use their musical abilities on a different level. The A Cappella Camp culminated in all the students singing the songs they worked on at the main stage at Central World, along with The Bear Necessities, as part of the Day 1 performances of Voices for Change. This unique and unforgettable experience allowed these students to push their musical limits, meet fellow advanced singers in Bangkok, and create unforgettable memories of working alongside the fantastic Bear Necessities vocal ensemble.
The final day of the Voices for Change was on January 19 at the Central World main stage. The day was met with eager anticipation as Con Brio performed familiar hits. There were songs from the previous Winter Choral Showcase like Winter Wind, Homeward Bound and A Million Dreams, a special duet performance of Grow As We Go by the DP students, and finally ending the set with Sisi Ni Moja. Performing on the Central World main stage brought Con Brio to new heights, being the first choral ensemble to perform at such a venue from Concordian.
Voices for Change brought a special sense of community service and generosity through music. For Con Brio, it was a great opportunity to meet peers in the music community and form a bond through the mutual passion for music. It also allowed Con Brio to grow even further to new heights of success and performance through service! This will surely be a memory to be cherished by all for many years to come.
Mr. Mark Palombo Vocal Music / DP Music Teacher
Inspired by the success of the Voices for Change Charity Concert featuring The Bear Necessities from Brown University in January, the Vocal department decided to put on another charity event at the school - this time with an exciting twist.
On April 2nd, 2025, the Concordian community came together to enjoy a memorable event - Voices for Change: Concordian Charity Performance held in the school’s front lobby. The performance showcased an array of musical talents, making it an inspiring and exciting afternoon for all. The concert was timed perfectly as the PYP students were released from their classrooms, which drew an enthusiastic crowd of parents, students and staff. The lobby buzzed with excitement as everyone gathered around to support the cause and enjoy an unforgettable show.
The performance showcased a diverse and exciting lineup of students and teachers! DP students Pai and Ling delivered heartfelt performances, while G10 Niji, a talented member of Con Brio, wowed the crowd with her solo performance. The most surprising moments came from the teachers - educators from all grade levels, from PYP to DP, showcased hidden musical talents that had their students cheering and clapping with joy.
Every note played and every lyric sung served a greater purpose: All proceeds from the event were donated to help victims of the recent earthquake in Bangkok. The event raised over 100,000 THB, making it a successful afternoon of charity, compassion and music making!
All in all, it was a celebration of community and how talents can be a powerful tool in helping others. The event also showcased to all how sharing your gift of music can be a service to the community. It reminded us all of the powerful impact we can have when we come together for a cause that truly matters.
Mr. Mark Palombo
On April 30th, 2025, the PYP gym was filled with energy, determination, and a strong sense of community as our K2 students, teachers, parents, and even the beloved Concordian dragon came together for a special cause. The K2 Walkathon was an event that proved small steps can lead to a big impact. Laps were walked and spirits were high as K2S, K2D, K2I, and K2C, alongside their dedicated teachers, joined forces to raise an incredible 324,798 Thai baht in support of Myanmar earthquake relief efforts. The commitment to helping others extended beyond the gym walls, as K2 class parents held an additional fundraiser, selling multi-sized travel bags and contributing 43,000 Thai baht to the cause.
Through teamwork and a shared purpose, K2 demonstrated that when we work together, even the smallest contributions can create meaningful change. Thanks to the collective efforts of the K2 community, a grand total of 367,789 Thai baht was raised to aid the victims of the 2025 earthquake in Myanmar.
A heartfelt thank you goes out to the entire school community for your generosity and support. But most of all, congratulations to our K2 students of 2025! You showed that when we come together, we can truly make a difference in the lives of others.
Mr. Joe Savage
Zanook Festival 2025 was the fourth student-led concert held around the Songkran Festival and proudly sponsored by the PTA. Taking place on April 3rd, 2025, in P501, the event brought together Concordian students, teachers, and families for an afternoon of music, food, and community spirit.
Organized by Grade 11 student leaders with support from Grade 10 apprentices, this year’s festival featured 12 diverse acts, including singers, dance groups, and bands, with performers ranging from Grade 6 to Grade 12, as well as teachers. Each act brought unique energy to the stage, offering a platform for students and teachers to express their creativity and passion.
Alongside the performances, 10 student-led service clubs hosted booths to raise funds and share their missions with the school community. As part of the InternationalFair, both performers and clubs were encouraged to represent a country through music, food, or games.
Over 10 countries were represented this year, including India, Italy, Korea, and more. Zanook Festival 2025 beautifully blended cultural appreciation, student leadership, and festive joy, creating a memorable experience that celebrated the Concordian spirit.
Pai (G11)
Zanook Committee President
Monday, 26th of May 2025, was the Grade 9 Community Engagement Project Exhibition, where Grade 9 students presented their projects to their peers and teachers. It was the culmination of a year-long project for the Grade 9s, where they could share their accomplishments, challenges, and lessons learned from the experience.
Throughout the past academic year, G9 students have been working in groups of up to 3 members on this project. The project includes conducting Community Engagement through Research, Planning, and Action at various communities throughout Bangkok and surrounding areas. In their project, student groups were expected to identify a community to work with, investigate the community’s needs, and plan direct service activities, such as volunteering trips and making donations. These communities included Orphanages, Elderly Care centers, Animal shelters, and more.
During the exhibition, many groups spoke about the challenges that they faced throughout the planning process, such as coordinating visit times with the communities and planning activities that met their objectives. Exhibition visitors got to hear about how groups demonstrated perseverance and tackled these challenges in different ways, even if it meant that the outcome of the project was slightly different from what they had expected in the beginning. Students from other grades were able to interview their Grade 9 peers about their work and experiences as well.
Mr. Ben Weil
To date, there have been no reported cases of human rights violations within the organization. Concordian International School remains committed to upholding the high standards of human rights protection, guided by policies and practices that are regularly reviewed and accredited by internationally recognized bodies, including:
• The International Baccalaureate (IB)
• The New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)
• The Council of International Schools (CIS)
• The Thai Ministry of Education
These accreditations affirm our institutional framework for ensuring equity, respect, and inclusion for all members of the school community.
Our commitment to human rights is further evidenced through the growing number of student-led and school-supported initiatives that promote social justice, equity, and community empowerment. These initiatives serve as measurable outcomes that reflect the school’s dedication to instilling human rights values in our students. Each year, students across grade levels engage in service learning projects, advocacy campaigns,
and partnerships with local and international organizations. These initiatives address a wide range of social issues, including access to education, environmental justice, gender equality, and the rights of marginalized communities.
The number, scope, and impact of these student-led projects are systematically documented and reviewed as part of the school’s service learning programs. These records provide quantifiable data on student engagement, hours of service, partnerships formed, and the tangible outcomes achieved in the community.
By empowering students to take initiative, reflect critically, and act compassionately, Concordian creates a learning environment that not only respects human rights but also equips future generations to advocate for them. These authentic experiences are integral to our curriculum and central to our mission of developing global citizens committed to making meaningful change.
Concordian International School reaffirms its support for the UN Global Compact Human Rights Principle and will continue to measure its impact through both policy compliance and the positive contributions our students make within and beyond the school community.
Principle 3: Businesses should uphold the freedom of associationand the effective recognition of the right to collective bargaining;
Principle 4: the elimination of all forms of forced and compulsory labour;
Principle 5: the effective abolition of child labour; and Principle 6: the elimination of discrimination in respect of employment and occupation.
At Concordian International School, we believe that excellence in education begins with a foundation of dignity, equity, and wellbeing for all. As a signatory to the UN Global Compact, we are deeply committed to upholding the Labour Principle. We maintain full compliance with Thai Labour Law and promote fair, ethical, and inclusive labour practices across every aspect of our school community.
All employment agreements—whether full-time or part-time—are carefully structured to ensure full protection against forced, compulsory, or child labour. These commitments are clearly reflected in our policies and are consistently extended to our vendors and business partners, who must also demonstrate ethical and lawful labour practices as a condition of collaboration.
We are equally committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Our Faculty and Staff Code of Conduct outlines Concordian’s firm commitment to maintaining an environment free from discrimination and harassment. All recruitment, hiring, and promotion decisions are based solely on merit, qualifications, and suitability for the position. Job opportunities are open to all applicants regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, nationality, or citizenship. These practices are reviewed regularly to ensure that our processes remain inclusive and equitable at every level.
Concordian actively fosters a culture that prioritizes the wellbeing of all employees, recognising that a supportive and balanced work environment is essential to both individual and organizational success.
Through the Community Wellness Team, the school provides year-round programming to support the physical, emotional, and social wellness of faculty and staff. Activities are organized monthly to foster community, encourage healthy habits, and strengthen interpersonal connections.
Key initiatives over the past year have included:
• Cultural and community-building events such as Filipino Independence Day, Lunar New Year, and Songkran potlucks, organized to celebrate diversity and bring staff together in shared traditions.
• Wellness-focused activities including Zumba, Muay Thai, Yoga, Groove, and fun football sessions to encourage movement and physical health.
• Mental health and mindfulness support, with wellness reflections, compassion circles, and opportunities for personal reflection featured in each monthly newsletter.
• Team-building and recreational outings such as trivia nights, karaoke evenings, bowling at Mega Bangna, dog meet-ups, book club mixers, and staff picnics at Nongbon Lake, which promote positive staff morale and community engagement.
• Health advocacy initiatives, including awareness campaigns like Movember for men’s health and Breast Cancer Awareness Month activities.
These wellness programs are supported by the school’s annual budget and strategically integrated into the staff calendar as a visible and sustained commitment to employee wellbeing.
To further support staff, Concordian provides a comprehensive benefits package that goes well beyond Social Security’s requirements. These include:
• Provident fund contributions
• Transportation support
• Subsidized meals for support staff
• Scholarships and tuition waivers for employees’ children
• Funding for professional development
• Flexible parental leave and childcare support
• Access to school sports and recreation facilities
These benefits are designed to empower employees, support work-life balance, and foster professional and personal growth.
To ensure transparency and accountability in implementing the UN Global Compact Labour Principle, Concordian International School monitors progress through a set of measurable indicators reviewed annually.
Labour standards are outlined in the Faculty and Staff Handbook and acknowledged by all employees. These are regularly audited by external accrediting bodies such as The International Baccalaureate (IB) and The Council of International Schools (CIS). To date, there have been no cases of forced, compulsory, or child labour. The school maintains a strong commitment to upholding ethical employment practices across all operations and partnerships.
Employment decisions are merit-based and non-discriminatory. Recruitment and promotion data are reviewed annually to ensure alignment with the school’s equal opportunity policy. Diversity is promoted through inclusive practices that value individuals regardless of background or identity.
The school fosters a respectful, inclusive culture where all employees are valued. Initiatives such as cultural potlucks, inclusive campaigns, and wellness reflections help build positive relationships and strengthen community. Concordian also offers a wide range of wellness activities, including fitness classes, mindfulness sessions, team-building events, and health awareness campaigns. These programs are coordinated by the Community Wellness Team and are evaluated through participation tracking and feedback.
In accordance with the school support for well-being of its employees, the school allocates annual funding for employee benefits, including a provident fund, transportation support, childcare, professional development, and access to sports and recreational facilities. These investments are documented in the school’s financial reports.
Principle 7: Businesses should support a precautionary approach to environmental challenges;
Principle 8: undertake initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility; and
Principle 9: encourage the development and diffusion of environmentally friendly technologies.
Concordian International School fully supports a precautionary approach to environmental challenges. We integrate environmental sustainability as part of education to foster understanding of global environmental issues, such as climate changes, that the world is currently facing and will likely have to deal with in the near future. Our goal is to raise awareness among younger generations and inspire them to care for the environment in all areas of their lives.
Concordian also promotes greater environmental responsibility and encourages the development and adoption of environmentally friendly technologies. We take proactive steps to reduce our environmental footprint through a range of environmentally responsible initiatives on campus. These include:
1. Energy Conservation:
Faculty and staff are encouraged to turn off electrical appliances such as lights, air conditioners, and computers when not in use. Buildings are designed with natural ventilation systems, particularly in lobbies and shared spaces, to reduce dependence on cooling systems.
2. Energy-Efficient Infrastructure:
Solar panels have been installed on selected rooftops to harness renewable energy, helping to reduce electricity usage and operating costs. Additionally, our heated 50-meter pool produces cool air during its water-warming process; this air is recycled to help regulate temperatures in the Sport Center and Middle School gymnasiums.
3. Reduction of Single-Use Plastics:
Students and staff are encouraged to use refillable water bottles, and water stations are available throughout the campus. Biodegradable packaging is used for all food services.
4. Minimizing Paper Waste:
Internal and external communications are conducted digitally via email, chat platforms, and school applications. Faculty and staff are also encouraged to use double-sided or recycled paper and to consider environmental impact before printing.
5. Responsible Waste Management:
Waste is segregated at source. Food waste is collected separately and used to feed stray dogs or sold as fish food. Recyclable materials (plastic, paper, glass) are collected by support staff and sold. Proceeds contribute to the Recycled Waste Fund, which offers interest-free financial support to staff in need.
Concordian fosters greater environmental responsibility by incorporating sustainability education throughout the curriculum and through extracurricular activities:
• Many student-led initiatives and CAS projects address environmental issues, promote sustainability, and encourage school-wide participation in conservation efforts.
• Most school field trips are purposefully designed to align with themes of environmental education, encouraging students to develop a strong sense of ecological awareness and environmental responsibility.
In alignment with Concordian’s commitment to environmental sustainability, a range of school-supported and student-led initiatives promote greater environmental responsibility throughout the community as described below.
Grade 5 students took their learning beyond the classroom with an exciting visit to the Sustainability Expo 2024 in Bangkok— the largest event of its kind in ASEAN! This immersive experience was part of their “Sharing the Planet” unit, which explores the balance between human impact, conflict, and community responsibility.
The Expo was a hub of innovation, showcasing companies and organizations dedicated to achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Students engaged with interactive booths, discovering groundbreaking products and initiatives designed to protect the planet. From eco-friendly technology to social impact projects, they witnessed real-world solutions addressing global challenges.
Beyond exploring sustainability, the visit sparked deep discussions about conflict resolution and personal responsibility. Seeing how businesses and communities tackle environmental and social issues firsthand helped students make connections between local and global challenges.
Most importantly, the Expo served as a source of inspiration for the students’ upcoming PYP Exhibition. Many left with new ideas and passions they hope to explore further, eager to take action and make a difference.
This eye-opening experience proved that even young minds can play a role in shaping a more sustainable future—one step at a time!
Mr. Craig Martin, Elementary Vice-Principal
Good Balance, Better World. This was the theme of the 2024 Sustainability Expo that G9 and G10 students had the opportunity to visit on Thursday, October 3rd, 2024.
SX2024 reminded us of issues we collectively need to address in order to create a better world, and showed us an exciting array of local entrepreneurs, artists and businesses already on the way to making a positive change.
The specific exhibits that students engaged with were:
• SEP INSPIRATION: the impact of individual actions on sustainability through interactive exhibits and from leaders in global and national sustainability efforts.
• BETTER ME: adopting a sustainable lifestyle focused on nutrition and mental health to improve long-term personal well-being.
• BETTER LIVING: climate adaptation strategies, innovative solutions, and lifestyle changes aimed at achieving net-zero emissions and mitigating climate change.
• BETTER COMMUNITY: successful social, environmental, and economic projects that foster inclusive communities through collaborations from various sectors.
• BETTER WORLD: artworks that highlight sustainability. This demonstration of “Good Balance, Better World” across these domains helped students connect deeply with the IB’s mission of fostering international-mindedness by considering the interconnected layers of individual, local, national and international actions. This trip also aligned with our goals in the MYP programme of contextualizing student learning in real-world, authentic issues that impact our everyday lives.
Ms. Rachel Samson, MYP Coordinator
Student Reflections:
The Better Me booth was connected to the SDG 3: Good Health and Well being. They addressed a global community need through using a robot that helps the elderly to make doctor appointments, stores their medical records and appointment history and makes the reception process more streamlined. This booth stood out to me because it uses modern technology such as robots and AI to address global community needs.
Paris (G9)
I liked the climate change countdown booth which is associated with SDG 14 climate change. I like this booth because it tells us how urgent the problem is and how we only have 4 years before it is too late. This booth made me change my view on climate change because at first I thought climate change would take a long time but it is actually fast approaching and we must do something major about it within 4 years.
Kenta (G9)
Thai Union Booth was connected to SDG goal number 14 Life Below Water. The community needed help in making energy, specifically communities near water, so they decided to make water generators that are easy to function for the locals. This booth stood out as it is not about how fancy the invention/ program is, but more how functional or how easily the people who actually need it can use it.
Icon (G9)
This booth addresses a community's needs locally. They mainly focus on Thailand's environmental and climate change. They are planning to accelerate the climate transition to ensure our safety against climate change by developing solar panels and studying indexes. My thinking has been affected positively by the booth to care about our environment and understand consequences if not solved or taken seriously with thoughtful action. This stood out to me because my personal project is about the heat in Thailand which is extremely similar. I could take the information I gained from the booth to improve and further develop my product.
Cheeno (G10)
One booth that really stood out to me was the wheel chair booth. The booth addressed the problem where the population of old people is increasing but less people are giving birth. There are less people who can help themselves. Their solution was to invent machines for old people for them to take care of themselves. After learning more about them my thinking changed. Now I realized I have to help my parents in the future, meaning I should encourage them to exercise to stay healthy. I thought it was very creative and a good idea so it stood out to me, helping the elderly was something I had to experience sooner or later.
Libang (G10)
I got to visit a sensory simulation, which allowed visitors to experience what it is like to be disabled by losing certain senses like our sight and hearing. For the blind portion, we used a blindfold and walking sticks and learned how to use our other senses to etect our surroundings, and we also got to learn sign language as we immersed ourselves into what it’s like to be deaf. After going through this simulation, I realized how challenging these peoples’ daily lives are. For example, the floor bumps for the blind although they help them navigate to different places, they are actually really hard to use and feel with the walking stick.
Concordian International School proudly took part in this year’s National Science and Technology Fair 2024, with four students presenting their innovative projects at the "THE GLOBE VENGERs" exhibition on Sunday, August 25th, 2024. Held at Impact Muang Thong Thani, Halls 9-12, this event aimed to inspire the young generation on the role of science and technology in achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
As a participant in the UN Global Compact Network Thailand, Concordian International School joined 27 other members, eight UN agencies, and various partners in sharing transformative projects that highlight sustainable practices. The fair provided a platform for these young talents to engage with the public and share ideas that could contribute to a more sustainable future.
By participating in events like the National Science and Technology Fair, Concordian supports our students in turning innovative ideas into real-world solutions.
The Concordian students and their projects included:
• Titan G12: Aquaponics system, combining fish farming and hydroponics for sustainable food production.
• Tian G11: Solar panels with a tracking mechanism to maximize sunlight absorption.
• Pei Pei G11: "Empawthy," a pet shampoo made with natural ingredients and designed to be environmentally friendly.
• Pailin G12: A portable power charger that promotes sustainable living and community development.
Concordian International School is proud of our students' achievements and their dedication to making a positive impact on the world. We remain dedicated to fostering a spirit of sustainability among our students and to preparing them to be conscientious leaders of tomorrow.
Marine Nautical, a service club established this school year, aims to help existing organizations with the restoration of coral through coral gardening, which can help rehabilitate damaged coral reefs. In the first semester, our club visited Ko Si Chang, Chon Buri, and the “Ko Si Chang Marine Animal Bank Learning Center Under Royal Patronage”
We learned about the different types of coral in the Ko Si Chang area, along with the dangers that global warming poses to the marine ecosystem. We also had the chance to repopulate coral through coral planting, which is done in the nursery tank at the center. Furthermore, we molded pots made from crushed seashells for coral planting and painted sculptures made from the same crushed seashell material. We also brought back some sculptures from the center and opened a booth during the Festival of Love 2024, further raising awareness in the Concordian community.
In the coming semester, we plan to bring our club members on a snorkeling trip to the same marine center, allowing us to see firsthand the process of coral restoration in the ocean.
Pai, G11 President
The Seed of Hope Club is a student-led initiative dedicated to environmental conservation, sustainability, and fostering community engagement. The club brings together passionate students who aim to impact the environment through hands-on activities, education, and collaboration with local communities.
This semester, the Seed of Hope Club held a trip to Bang Pu Recreation Center, a coastal mangrove conservation hub in Samut Prakan Province. At Bang Pu, students witnessed firsthand how local collaboration between the Royal Thai Army, NGOs like WWF Thailand, and corporate partners has preserved one of the mangrove forests. Club members learned how habitat restoration, educational programs, and youth camps foster collective responsibility for Thailand's ecosystem.
Additionally, we also learned to make fertilizer balls, which uses a binding agent, molasses, with yeast and water to create a sticky paste to bind compost and soil. We then form this mixture into balls to ensure easy dispersal across large or hard-to-reach areas. When thrown, these fertilizer balls will promote plant growth throughout large areas.
Next semester, Seed of Hope will expand beyond mangroves and wetlands to explore diverse ecosystems around Bangkok and nearby locations.
Jasmine, G12 President
We are the BIO-TECH SOCIETY, a student-led, Concordian academic club focused on learning, sharing, and exploring innovative technologies within the realm of biomedical engineering. Apart from exploring each technologies’ functionality and impacts, we also aim to evaluate the ethics of modern medicinal technologies. Our highlight last year was our entry into an international scientific research competition ISRF hosted by SAID, with one of our teams winning bronze!
This year, we have implemented a new program - exploring laboratory research within high-school lab settings. Our investigation this year was on bacterial transformation of pGLO plasmids. In simple terms, we conducted an experiment using laboratory techniques that are currently applied in the medicinal field of synthesizing insulin. These processes are a form of gene editing and have great potential for current and future applications! Our results were quite successful, as seen by the green glow of our edited E.Coli under UV light!
Our future plans are to continue exploring innovative laboratory techniques and joining more research competitions! We encourage any young scientists invested in biotechnology to join up! We hope to see you next year!
Sheen (G11) Biotech Society Co-President
The Green Heart Collective is a student-led club focused on promoting sustainability and making a positive impact on both the environment and the community. This year, the club organised projects that combined environmental awareness with real-world action. Two of our main projects include our FurnishHope project and our Earth Day football tournament!
The 1st Annual Earth Day Football Tournament, held on April 22–23, brought students together through the game that we love while raising awareness about climate change. Funds raised during the tournament supported local environmental efforts in honour of Earth Day!
The club also contributed to the Furnish Hope Project, which focused on “up-cycling” thrown-away wood in order to create educational furniture for students in rural Thailand. You can see more of our photos below!
Next year, we look forward to starting more science-based initiatives to further this goal of environmental sustainability!
Pote (G11) Green Heart Collective President
The GAT Club, short for ‘Geck’yo act together!’, is a student-led Service Club who seek to create change for our ecosystem by saving animals. Members have the opportunity to join operating field works, collaborate with other organizations, and also attend the Samaesarn Marine Science and Conservation Camp in Satthahip, Chonburi. Fundraising activities during school festivals were also held for donations to other conservation centres.
Net-Zero Carbon is a student-led Service Club that is dedicated to raising awareness about climate change and promoting practical solutions to lowering our carbon footprint. Members strive to educate themselves and our community on the causes and impacts of climate change, as well as steps we can take to address it. One of the club’s key initiatives is supporting and promoting local, carbon-free produce as a sustainable diet alternative. Through this, the club aims to foster environmental responsibility and create meaningful impacts within the community.
Every year, the Personal Project stands as the culminating experience of the Middle Years Programme. It is a chance for students to take everything they have learned across subjects, the skills they have developed, the values they have absorbed, and the learner profiles they have grown into, and channel all of that into something personal. Something they own. At its heart, it is a project about independence, inquiry, and growth.
In recent years, the Personal Project has grown into something more than just a curriculum requirement. It has become a cornerstone of the MYP experience at Concordian. It gives students a rare opportunity to be fully in charge of their learning, to explore something meaningful to them, and to create something real based on what they discover.
This year’s Grade 10s, the Class of 2027, embraced that opportunity. Over the course of many months, they chose topics that mattered to them. They researched, reflected, built, prototyped, revised, and pushed themselves through every stage of the process. It was not always smooth sailing. There were setbacks and stalls and the occasional crisis of confidence. But that is the point. That is learning. And on March 13th, it all came together at the Personal Project Exhibition.
From the first bell until the last, our students stood at their booths and presented their projects to waves of students, staff, administrators, and parents. They fielded questions, explained their ideas, and shared the journeys that brought them there. Some of them even did it in heels, despite my advice to the contrary.
With their smart business casual outfits and near-professional display setups, it was easy to forget that these were MYP students. The room had the energy of a trade show, with students proudly presenting the results of months of hard work and deep thinking. It really was a fantastic day.
Of course, none of this happens in isolation. Behind the scenes, a huge amount of support and coordination made the day, and the entire project, possible.
I am incredibly grateful to our maintenance, IT, and events teams, who helped us transform the space into something truly special. I want to thank our school leadership for their belief in the value of the Personal Project and their ongoing support for the time, resources, and flexibility that allow it to flourish.
A heartfelt thank you goes to the 48 supervisors, one for each student, who mentored and encouraged their mentees through every phase of the journey. I also want to acknowledge our team of examiners, who read through a stack of reports and provided fair, thoughtful assessment so that students received the marks they had earned.
I am especially thankful to Ms. Diane, who laid the groundwork and prepared me to take on the role this year. And to Ms. Rachel, our MYP Coordinator, who was there every step of the way with guidance, clarity, and reassurance. Her support made a world of difference.
Finally, to the Class of 2027, thank you. It was a real privilege to walk through this process with you. For both of us, this was our first Personal Project. For you, it was also your last. I wish you all the best in the Diploma Programme and beyond. I truly look forward to seeing all the fantastic things you go on to do.
Mr. Brian Gannon Personal Project Coordinator
The 2025 Primary Years Programme (PYP) Exhibition at Concordian International School marked a significant milestone, highlighting the dedication and achievements of the Grade 5 students. As the culminating experience of the International Baccalaureate’s Primary Years Programme, the exhibition offered a comprehensive display of student learning, inquiry, and action.
Students began their process by selecting a topic that resonated with them personally and connecting it to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Through extensive research and collaboration with peers, they explored complex global issues and developed informed, actionable responses. The process was supported by a broad network of teachers, parents, mentors, and guest speakers, who guided students in their independent investigations.
This year’s exhibition stood out as the first in which the majority of presentations were delivered in Chinese, underscoring the school’s commitment to trilingual education. Students demonstrated their language proficiency while also integrating skills across disciplines, including art, music, physical education, and ICT. The event culminated in a series of TED Talk-style presentations, through which students communicated their findings and personal growth to an engaged audience.
More than a display of academic progress, the 2025 PYP Exhibition served as a powerful reflection of student agency, intercultural understanding, and a shared commitment to meaningful global change.
This year’s MYP and DP Design Exhibition was a vibrant showcase of creativity, innovation, and a deepening commitment to sustainability. Held in the MYP Function Room, the event featured design projects from Grades 6 to 12, all reflecting an increased awareness of eco-conscious thinking and responsible design practices.
Throughout the year, students were challenged to consider the environmental impact of their choices, both in digital and product design. At every booth, visitors could view posters outlining how students and teachers integrated sustainability into their processes. Many of the projects were directly inspired by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which became a key focus across the department this academic year.
Highlights of the exhibition included a wide range of inventive and thoughtful creations: dazzling costumes and props from Into
the Woods Jr., a live robot battle arena, sustainable food design, and—perhaps most anticipated the remarkable Grade 12 Design Technology IA projects.
From imaginative solutions to real-world problems to clever personal devices, the projects impressed the community with their ingenuity and heart. Among the crowd favourites were a surprisingly clean and compact portable worm farm, an adorable massage tool for eczema relief, a “safe-eating” carrot stick designed with kids in mind, and a unique device for cleaning up beaches.
We are immensely proud of the innovation, hard work, and environmental awareness our students have demonstrated. As we continue to grow Concordian’s eco-design culture, we look forward to seeing even more sustainable solutions in the years ahead.
MYP & DP Design Department
Here is a closer look at the Grade 12
Individual Projects:
• Khatthaliya (Dou Dou) Watthanaphuthikamjorn
– Prosthetic for Force-Based Movements
• Supawit (Kenji) Supabundit
– Automated Trash Sorting System
• Sarisa (Design) Kanjanaparangura
– Beach Cleanup Device
• Warinpan (Jasmine) Pantrattanamongkol
– Personal Safety Jewellery
• Pailin Chatanothai
– Eczema Massage Relief Tool
• Ty Nilvichean
– Portable Worm Farm for Composting
• Kamisra (Bam Bam) Mahavanidvong
– Meat Stick Safety for Kids
• Natneri (Fern) Tanasuwankasem
– Safety Locking Device
• Sirada (Peam) Lertkangwarnklai
– Safe Water Dispenser for Street Cats
• Smita (Minnie) Deeritdecha
– Accessible Safety Workwear
• Chatawee (Grey) Nanvimolchai
– Ergonomic Cutting Tool
• Nathan (Swot) Suensilpong
– Preservation System for Retro Sneakers
• Pemika (Praew) Sripratak
– Eye Protection Against Pollution
• Rinrada (Rinny) Abhinorasaeth
– Modular Planter System
• Yannarin (Ling) Foong
– Eco-Friendly Toothbrush
• Chanyanuch (Mily) Sakdibhornssup
– Eco Street Tiles for Waste Management
At Concordian International School, our commitment to environmental sustainability is reflected not only in our values but in tangible, trackable outcomes. We integrate environmentally responsible practices across campus operations and curriculum, and we regularly monitor progress to ensure lasting impact.
To reduce our environmental footprint, we have implemented energy-saving protocols, including turning off unused devices and installing solar panels. Architectural designs support natural ventilation and recycled cooling systems to lower energy consumption. We monitor reductions in electricity use and assess the performance of our solar infrastructure annually.
Efforts to reduce single-use plastics and paper have led to campus-wide adoption of refillable water bottles, the use of biodegradable packaging, and a shift to digital communication. Paper and plastic purchasing trends are reviewed regularly to measure reductions.
Our waste management system promotes responsible disposal, with food waste repurposed for animal feed and recyclables sold through a Recycled Waste Fund. Proceeds from this fund support staff in need—linking sustainability with social responsibility.
Environmental education is integrated into classroom learning, extracurricular activities, and student-led initiatives. Engagement in sustainability efforts is regularly observed through participation in projects, campaigns, and themed field experiences.
These efforts are supported by an allocated environmental budget and are evaluated each year through data on resource usage, waste reduction, and community participation. Together, these practices demonstrate Concordian’s measurable and ongoing contribution to environmental responsibility, both locally and globally.
Principle 10: Businesses should work against corruption in all its forms, including extortion and bribery.
In alignment with the school’s mission—to foster academic excellence while nurturing moral and responsible young leaders with dignity, integrity, and compassion—Concordian International School actively upholds ethical practices and works against corruption in all its forms. This commitment forms a critical part of the school’s governance and policy framework.
Concordian operates in full compliance with Thai law and adheres strictly to national anti-corruption regulations. The school is fully accredited and authorized by globally recognized educational bodies, including the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO), Council of International Schools (CIS), New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), and the Thai Ministry of Education. Our operational procedures are designed to be transparent, fair, and accountable.
All policies and guidelines are developed by school leadership in collaboration with department heads and are reviewed annually. Faculty and staff are required to read and acknowledge the school’s Code of Conduct each year to ensure alignment with institutional expectations. Examples of operated practices in relation to the UN Anti-Corruption Principle are as described below.
All purchasing requests and orders have to be approved and overseen by multiple levels of management. Purchasing documents will be monitored and overseen by Finance and
Accounting Departments to ensure that they follow the process and guidelines with transparency. Any staff members could report the school administration of any staff suspected of corrupt practices for further investigations. The financial reports or statements are also monitored and checked by a reliable auditing company as well as accreditation organisations.
Similar to the procurement process, Concordian ensures that our Admissions Process is transparent and fair for all applicants. The clear process is officially announced on the school website. All applicants and families will be interviewed and examined by multiple departments and administrators as part of the admissions process.
It is clearly stated in the Faculty Code of Conduct that in some instances, all faculty and staff are required to disclose any potential conflict of interest to school administrators to that specific event. In the event a conflict of interest has been identified, the school administration will work with the employee to eliminate the conflict.
Concordian staff members are required to inform the HR Manager if there is a gift that values 3,000 Baht or higher for the approval prior to acceptance. This is to avoid the staff from being put in a vulnerable position or expected to reciprocate in any way.
At Concordian International School, instances related to corruption are rare. To maintain this standard, the school implements clear preventive measures that are subject to regular oversight by independent auditors and international accreditation organizations. These external evaluations ensure that the school continuously upholds principles of transparency, fairness, and accountability in its operations.
All employees are required to comply with internal policies outlined in the Faculty and Staff Code of Conduct, including those related to procurement, conflict of interest, admissions, and gift acceptance. Multi-level approval processes, clear documentation, and regular monitoring are integral to the school’s strategy for minimizing risks and preventing unethical behavior.
Concordian remains committed to promoting a culture of ethics and integrity, not only as a workplace but as an educational institution. We will continue to strengthen our internal controls and uphold the standards of ethical conduct in support of the UN Global Compact AntiCorruption Principle.
