The American School of England offers a wide range of three week long summer programs. International students aged 11 to 18 come together to study in the. Since its founding in 1976, TASIS the American School in England has offered an exciting array of enrichment, academic, and English language courses during the summer. In-depth reviews of high school summer abroad programs in England. Read England summer program reviews and alumni interviews. Welcome to American Collegiate. TASIS Summer Programs in Europe. The American School in England; TASIS Dorado; Quicklinks; Site search. Switzerland; England; France. The American School in. Summer Program; Visitors; Alumni; Quicklinks; my. TASIS The American School in England is pleased to welcome new Headmaster Dr. Mindy Hong. Dr. Hong has 22 years. TASIS Summer Programs. Betsy Newell, or "Mrs. Betsy" to generations of young students, retired this summer after 2. Director of Le Château des Enfants (CDE), the TASIS summer program for students aged 4- 1. She also celebrated her 7. TASIS family, dating back to Mrs. Fleming's first summer program in Pennsylvania, Frog Hollow. Longtime co- director Meagan Vincent will take the reins from summer 2. Meagan made the following heartfelt toast at Betsy's birthday party this summer. Her words echo the thoughts of everyone who had the pleasure of working with Betsy. We wish her all the best and hope she comes to visit during her summers off! I have had the pleasure of growing up with Betsy. So many of the qualities I have tried to develop are because I know Betsy. She has helped me set goals for myself and become a better teacher, leader, and person. Her influence on me has been immeasurable. Most importantly, she has shown me what it means to be a great woman. This sad day has been imminent. Betsy has been at the helm of CDE for longer than I have been alive, chasing children around and dealing with her staff and the parents and everything else that comes under the umbrella of Director. She deserves a rest. And since I knew this day would come, I’ve been paying attention. And I’ve learned some things about how to emulate this great woman, or how to attempt to be The Next Betsy. To entertain well, you must always have a selection of decorative plates, fancy cocktail napkins, and chilled bubbles on hand. When guests are invited, plan ahead. Have a seating chart ready, be certain that there are equal numbers of men and women and, if not, that the men are spread around and that they aren’t stuck with the same ladies for too long. And if you feel inclined, don’t be afraid to head off to bed, leaving the most responsible guest in charge of loading the dishwasher. To be a thoughtful guest, never come empty- handed. Bring a bottle of something. Have some paté or fresh lox on hand for a random occasion and never underestimate the power of a thoughtful re- gift. In the end, it really is the sentiment that counts. To be an exceptional educator, you must love children, all children, equally. Children from around the world are intriguing and engaging people who can contribute to the world around them, and certainly to a conversation at the dinner table. She has taught me to keep my expectations high, and that children will meet the expectations set for them. To be an outstanding mentor, teach by example. Leave room for mistakes and discuss the positive and negative sides of the issues that come up every day, explaining the variety of ways to handle various problems or situations. Be supportive, be honest, be constructive. To be an unparalleled director, think ten steps ahead. When forced to make snap decisions, immediately consider every option and possibility and make the most sensible choice, which may not be obvious to the rest of us. Lead with authority and grace. Be involved with everything. Command respect. Most importantly, keep track of every penny and be smart with the budget so that you have room to get a case of Prosecco once in a while. Betsy learned much of this from her mentor, Mrs. Fleming, and carries on her traditions in all that she does. We all will constantly remind ourselves of these qualities for years to come here at TASIS. When faced with a situation that seems helpless, where Betsy once thought, “What would Mrs. Fleming do?”, we will think, "What would Betsy do?’'Betsy, your commitment to this School and to us will resonate with all of us for decades to come. We will miss your daily presence beyond measure, but we will never forget your legacy. You are a true icon, and a pillar of this institution. Thank you for all you have done for us, and for me.
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