Typhoon in the Philippines

A powerful tropical storm in the Philippines leaves thousands dead

The Philippines is reeling from a massive typhoon that hit its eastern seaboard on Friday. The powerful storm leveled nearly everything in its path and has left a possible death toll of 10,000. Officials fear the number will rise even higher than that. Supertyphoon Haiyan, called Yolanda in the Philippines, is the strongest recorded storm to make landfall anywhere on earth. “The devastation is… I don’t have words for it,” said Philippines Interior Secretary Mar Roxas. “It’s really horrific. It’s a great human tragedy.”

Reference: TimeforKids

On behalf of Rainbow International School`s Staff, Parents and Students, we would like to express our deepest condolences and sympathy for those affected by Typhoon Haiyan. Natural disasters like these call for great relief efforts and global responsibility.

The R.I.S. community would like to help the victims of the typhoon and assist them in overcoming this ordeal.  We are joining together to gather donations as well as organize a school-wide fundraiser to aid in restoration efforts.

Our thoughts are with all of Philippines People in this time of need.

Character Word of November: Responsibility

What is responsibility? 

• Being accountable for what you do, for your actions and behavior. 
• Doing the right thing at the right time, so others can trust and depend on you. 

What are ways you can show responsibility?

• Complete your homework and chores on time without being reminded. 
• Follow through on your commitments, even when you don't feel like it. 
• Accept responsibility for your mistakes and learn from them. Don't make excuses or blame others. 
• Take care of your things and those of other people. Return items you borrow. 
• Find out what needs to be done and do it. 
• Make wise choices, such as choosing to eat healthy foods and wearing a helmet. 
• Always do your very best. Others are counting on you!