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1A SCHOOL FOR THE WORLD

A SCHOOL

International School Manila

ISM

FOR THE WORLD

2 INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL MANILA

“I’ve been in international education for 18 years but I can honestly say that the faculty at ISM are the most committed, collegial and caring group of people I have ever worked with.”Dave Birchenall High School Assistant Principal


4 Superintendent’s Message

5 ISM at a Glance

6 Growing Up Through the Years

8 One School, Three Places to Learn

9 Core Values & Mission

10 Elementary School

12 Middle School

14 High School

18 Our Students

19 Our Faculty

22 Facilities

24 Activities

26 Service Learning Program

28 The Philippines

30 Living in Manila

Contents


T h e re a re m a ny r e a s o n s t o b e nervous about an international assign-ment - especially if that new posting �� that you have lived abroad. What is the country like? Where will I live? Will I eat the same kind of food? What can I do over the week-ends? Is it safe? And of course, if you are a parent, the first questions will always be: Is there a good school for my chil-dren? Will they be happy there? Will ��

These pages give you a brief glimpse into life at International School Manila; I hope they will go some way to convinc-ing you that, yes, there really is a won-derful school in the Philippines where children learn to make the best of them-selves as young people growing up in an ever more complex world.

I am a parent as well as a school adminis-trator, and my twin children began their formal schooling in ISM’s Kindergarten, graduated from here after thirteen years �� quality of work that they completed at home, and I watched them in the huge range of activities they enjoyed after school and at weekends. One of my great joys was in watching them develop friendships with children from around the world as they moved through

the school. In every classroom at ISM, there are perhaps a dozen nationalities represented – different mother tongues, different cultures, different creeds. My twins have grown up as global citizens and will be comfortable wherever their lives and careers take them. For that, I shall always be grateful to ISM: A School for the World.

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ISM at a glanceISM Campus7 hectares, located in the new Global City development at Fort Bonifacio, Metro Manila

Facilities » 400m all-weather track and 3

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» Sports Hall, 8 tennis courts and 3 fully air-conditioned gymnasiums

» 3 Media Centers with over 80,000 books

» 920-seat Fine & Performing Arts Theater

» 350-seat Little Theater for multi-purpose activities

» Amelita M. Ramos Hall: performance space with retractable seating and modular stage

» Design Technology and Robotics Suite

» Music wing with state-of-the-art sound modules

» Fully equipped Film Lab

Faculty Nationalities* » USA 38% » UK 22% » Canada 14% » Philippines 6% » Australia 5% » New Zealand 2% » France 2% » Italy 1% » Ireland 1% » South Africa 1% » China 1% » Japan 1% » Spain 1% » Others 5%

Student Body* » Elementary School 750 » Middle School 720 » High School 780

Shortlist of Recent University Acceptances » Brown University

» Carnegie Mellon University

» Columbia University

» Georgetown University

» Harvard University

» Haverford College

» Imperial College London

» Johns Hopkins University

» McGill University

» New York University

» NYU, Abu Dhabi

» Pepperdine University

» Princeton University

» Stanford University

» UCLA

» University of British Columbia

» University of Cambridge

» University of Chicago

» University of Notre Dame

» University of Oxford

» University of Sydney

» University of Tokyo

» Wesleyan University

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Growing up through the yearsIn 1920, a group of American and British parents living in Manila founded the American School.

1920

A group of American and British expatriates established the American School, Inc., which opened its doors on June 21, 1920 located at 606 Taft Avenue, a loaned church building, with eight teachers and fifty students from Grades 1-12.

The American School (AS) moved locations twice in this decade: in 1922 to Padre Faura Street and in 1928 to MH Del Pilar St. Both were Spanish-style colonial homes.

1930In 1930, the American Indian became the AS symbol.

Just after the Christmas holidays of 1936, the school moved again; this time to a campus on Donada Street.

1940On January 2, 1942, Japanese troops arrived in Manila. All citizens of the Allied countries were interned at the University of Sto. Tomas. Heads of various schools organized classes within the

internment camp and these ran until 1945. A total of thirty-

four students completed their High School requirements and graduated

during WWII.

In September 1946, exactly one year after the Japanese surrendered in Manila, the American School re-opened in Donada Street.

1950-1960In 1952, the American School became ��to be listed in Sergeant’s Handbook of Private Schools.

In 1961, the school moved to the Bel-Air campus to accommodate the growing AS community.


2000-TODAYAfter forty years at the Bel-Air campus, in 2002, International School Manila moved to a purpose-built, state-of-the-art campus on a 7-hectare site in Bonifacio Global City.

With a growing international commu-nity of over 2,250 students, ISM cel-ebrated 95 years in 2015.

1970-1980In 1970, the American School changed its name to International School Manila at the recommendation of the US � ��diversity on campus. In the same year, ��!�� -tional school to receive Accreditation by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).

In 1976, the International Baccalaureate Program was introduced to the High School curriculum.

In 1982, ISM joined the Interscholastic Association of Southeast Asia Schools (IASAS).

19901994 marked the last year of

the Indian symbol. The Bearcat was announced as the official mascot beginning SY 1995-1996.

In 1999, the current globe logo was introduced as the official emblem, replacing the Indian insignia.


One School, Three Places to LearnThe Elementary School, Middle School and High School have their own Administration and Faculty, yet the students and their educational goals remain the common thread that binds us as a community.

ISM Memberships » International School Manila is

recognized by the Department of Education (DepEd).

» Member of the East Asia Regional Council of Overseas Schools (EARCOS) since 1965.

» Member of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program since 1975 and one of the largest IB Schools in the world.

» Member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) since 2000.

» Member of the Council of International Schools (CIS) since 2003.

» Member of the Association for the Advancement of International Education (AAIE) since 2005.

» ISM received dual accreditation by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the Council of International Schools (CIS) in 2008 and 2012.

��"�� and to provide a framework for the organization of instructional program, we want all members of the school community to be: » Effective Communicators: who

can interact through a range of modes of communication and for a variety of purposes.

» Knowledgeable and Skil led Learners: who continually acquire useful knowledge and skills while developing understanding(s) across a broad and balanced range of contexts.

» Self-directed and Balanced Individuals: who strive to achieve their personal best and understand the importance of intellectual, physical and emotional balance.

» ��#��$��'�� Solvers: who can think critically and creatively to make informed decisions and then take appropriate action.

» Responsible, Caring and Ethical Contributors: who can empathize and be tolerant of differences and are committed to make a positive impact on their communities and environment.

School-Wide Student Goals


Core Values & MissionWe are an independent, international school with a structure, style and traditions that emanate from the United States and with a curriculum a n d m e t h o d o l o g y t h a t reflect the best in worldwide educational research and practice. Our school is diverse and dynamic, and our students have the highest aspirations for their education and future lives.

Core ValuesIntegrity, Service, Merit

MissionTo build a vibrant and enterprising learn-ing community in which all strive to:

» Accentuate learning, growth, perseverance and self-awareness as life-long values.

» Nurture creativity and originality as �� thought and action.

» Succeed collectively as well as individually, achieving our personal best in all aspects of school life.

» Maintain a healthy balance in the time devoted to work, rest and recreation.

» Involve our community in sustaining and safeguarding our environment.

» Interact through honest, respectful and open communication.

» Acknowledge and celebrate our differences and encourage empathy, compassion, understanding and respect for human dignity.

» Live our lives positively, joyfully and ethically.

INTEGRITYSERVICEM E R I T


ElementarySchool

The Elementary School comprises seven year levels:

Preschool (covering two years), Kindergarten and Grades 1 to

4. The age range is from three to ten.


At International School Manila, we provide a happy and caring environment in which students are challenged and able to take an active role in their own learning. We provide an education based on current best practices in educational research that builds on what students know and understand. We strive to meet students’ individual needs and recognize that each of our students is a unique person with a distinct set of values, passions, experiences and ideas. We want our students to communicate, question, inquire, be independent, be risk-takers, creative thinkers and, of course, to be responsible and caring people.

ES Curriculum Framework Through the Elementary School Curriculum Framework, students see the purpose of what they are learning. Through the guided inquiry process, they learn skills and knowledge and apply them in an authentic setting to help them develop a clear understanding of what they are learning and why. Through inquiry, learning doesn’t culminate with �� or the collection of lots of facts. The information acquired by students is �� understandings and theories, and, where possible, to develop an action plan that will transform the ongoing learning from school work to something ��child.

“ Grow with

the children of the world.

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The Middle School comprises four grade levels,

Grade 5 through Grade 8. The age range is from ten to

fourteen.

MiddleSchool


CurriculumREQUIRED COURSES:

» English Language Arts

» Math

» Modern Language

» Physical Education

» Science

» Social Studies

» Wellness

ELECTIVE COURSES:

» Adventure-Based Games

» ArtiSan

» ArtMud

» ArtSculpt

» ArtStudio

» Band

» Be The Change

» Blueprint for Success

» Chorus

» Dance Remix

» Dance Revolution

» DigiArt

» Drama

» Fun, Fast and Fit

» General Music

» Innovation Tech

» IT iDesign

» IT iLearn

» Journalism

» Music Madness

» Robotics

» Strings

» Team Sports

STUDENT ADVISORY PROGRAM

Students in the Middle School maintain a sense of small-group community by participating in Advisory twice a week. Advisory provides our students with team-building activities, service learning opportunities and strengthens both peer and student-adult relationships. Student Advisory Program allows our students to focus on developing self-awareness, developing interpersonal communication and conflict resolution skills at each grade level.

In the Middle School, we offer a range of educational experiences that encourage personal success for every student, while recognizing their developmental needs and differences. Respecting different learning styles, teachers offer students opportunities to �� from academic challenges and discover their own strengths as learners.


College Attendance for 2015 Graduates» Four-year colleges 94%» Two-year colleges 1%

» US colleges & universities 47% » Other world colleges

& universities 48%

HighSchool

ISM offers a full High School program designed to prepare students for college and university admission. Students who successfully complete the requirements for graduation earn the ISM +��/�� <��=��#��for most colleges and universities around the world.

ISM offers the prestigious International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma, an acade-mically rigorous and challenging program that is recognized in most countries of the world as a university entrance �� to work towards a full IB Diploma or they may enroll in select courses for IB ��

99.2%of InternationaL

Baccalaureate Candidates received the full Diploma in 2015.



UNITED STATES » American University » Angelo State University » Berklee College of Music » Boston University » Brandeis University » Brigham Young University » Brown University » Cal Maritime » Cal State University » Carnegie Mellon University » Chapman University » Christopher Newport University » College of William and Mary » Columbia University » Dean College » Duke University » Emory University » Fordham University » Freed-Hardeman University » George Mason University » Georgetown University » Hamilton College, NY » Harvard University » Haverford College » Indiana University at Bloomington » Tecnologico de Monterrey » Lamar University » Los Angeles College of Music » Loyola Marymount University » New York University » Northeastern University » Pennsylvania State University » Pepperdine University » Princeton University » Rice University » Rutgers, The State Univ of NJ » San Diego State University » Seattle University » Stanford University » Syracuse University » The University of Texas, Austin » Union College » UC Davis » UC Los Angeles » University of Chicago » University of Hawaii at Manoa » University of Miami » University of Michigan » University of North Florida » University of Notre Dame » University of Pennsylvania » University of Southern California » University of Virginia » Valparaiso University » Virginia Tech » Washington and Lee University » Wesleyan University

CANADA» McGill University » Simon Fraser University » University of British Columbia » University of Toronto » University of Waterloo

UNITED KINGDOM » Imperial College London » King’s College London » University College London » University of Bath » University of Cambridge » University of Durham » University of Edinburgh » University of Exeter » University of Glasgow » University of Kent » University of Oxford » University of St. Andrews » University of Warwick

EUROPE» Ecole Hôtelière de Lausanne » Semmelweis University» University of Oslo» Universidad de Navarra

AUSTRALIA » University of Melbourne

SOUTHEAST ASIA» Ateneo de Manila University» City University, HK » Enderun Colleges Inc.» International Christian University» Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology» Savannah College of Art & Design» Seoul National University» Temple University Japan

ABU DHABI » NYU Abu Dhabi University

University AcceptancesClass of 2015

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“ISM students are the nicest and most motivated students I have ever taught.” Ringo DingrandoHigh School Science and Robotics Teacher


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FacilitiesIn June 2002, ISM moved to a purpose-built, state-of-the-art campus on a seven hectare site located in the new Global City development at Fort Bonifacio, Metro Manila. Based on the needs of the Elementary School, Middle School and High School, the design and facilities of ISM complement the dynamic curricular and co-curricular programs being offered to students:

» The School houses a 350-seat Little Theater and a 920-seat Fine and Performing Arts Theater. The newly remodeled music wing features a performance hall and practice areas with state-of-the-art sound modules. The recently constructed Film Lab is equipped with editing station, surround sound projection and various cameras and sound gear.

» Each school has its own Media Center, allowing ISM to maintain over 80,000 books, videos and compact discs.

» Supporting ISM Athletics and Activities, each school also has its own air-conditioned gymnasium and outdoor �� >��'�� of an 8-lane competition swimming pool, a shallow teaching pool and a deep-water pool for scuba and diving activities. There is a fully equipped ��'�� =��roof deck, the newly opened tennis facility consisting of eight covered courts built on synthetic grass provides a year-round venue for sports.


» Students enjoy learning in spacious, carpeted, air-conditioned classrooms, as well as having access to specialized activity rooms for art, pottery, music, dance, drama, weight training and the martial arts. The campus also offers fully equipped laboratories for both Science classes and Information & Communication Technology (ICT) studies. Our entire campus has cable and WiFi access to the internet, and there is ample hardware in the form of desktops, laptops, projectors, interactive whiteboards, digital cameras and other hi-tech devices. Information technology has a key role in ��?��recently built to enhance opportunities for students in Design Technology and Robotics.


ActivitiesNo school in the world offers a broader range of activities. Our High School students compete internationally against the biggest and most prestigious schools in the region. Together, there are literally a hundred activities that make up ISM’s v ibrant af ter-school co -curricular program. Whether it’s Sports, Fine and Performing Arts, Information Technology, Model United Nations, Outreach, Publications, Languages and Cultures, students are sure to �� >��@�

Local Sports Associations/LeaguesPRADA

Private Schools Athletics Development Association

ISSA

Inter Scholastic Sport Association

MMBL

Metro Manila Basketball League

ISTA

Inter-Scholastic Tennis Association

RIFA GIRLS

Rizal Football Association Girls

RIFA

Rizal Football Association Boys

MANSAC

Manila Sports & Activities Conference


Interscholastic Association of Southeast Asian Schools (IASAS)IASAS SPORTS

» Cross-Country

» Soccer

» Volleyball

» Basketball

» Rugby

» Swimming

» Tennis

» Badminton

» Softball

» Track & Field

IASAS SCHOOLS

» International School Manila (ISM)

» International School Bangkok (ISB)

» International School Kuala Lumpur (ISKL)

» Jakarta Intercultural School (JIS)

» Singapore American School (SAS)

» Taipei American School (TAS)


ServiceLearning


International School Manila has a deep commitment to developing responsible, caring and ethical contributors. It is therefore essential that all students have both the opportunity and guidance to engage in meaningful service learning experiences. The interaction between students from different grades, cultures and life experiences with those of our partner organizations, develops a broader, more inclusive understanding of the world. ISM places great emphasis on students becoming inquiring and reflective problem solvers and it is in this spirit that our students engage with environmental issues. We encourage our students to acknowledge the interconnected complexity of life on earth of which the planet’s natural resources are the basis. Our Service Learning program aims to empower students to address issues of real importance at both a local and global level.

» ABS-CBN Eco Village » Baguio Bethesda School » Banawe School » Bataan FPE site » Berdesaco Foundation » Best Buddies Program » Biak na Bato FPE site » Botolan FPE site » Caliraya PA Schools » Care for Kanlungan (CFK) » Child Hope Foundation » Chosen Children Village » Constructing Learning Through Technology

(CLT) » Cottolengo Filipino » Down Syndrome/ Stepping Stones Foundation » Estancia Elementary School » Exchange with People of Indigenous Culture

(EPIC) » Gawad Kalinga (GK) » GK Enchanted Farm » Habitat for Humanity » Holy Family School » Homeless World Cup Philippines » Hospicio de San Jose » Hybrid Social Solutions, Inc. (HSSi) » Invisible Sisters » KASAMA » Kids International

» La Mesa Dam » Love 2 Learn/ Young Focus » Makabata Foundation » Mano Amiga School » Mindoro Community » NKOO (Jose Fabella Memorial School) » Operation Smile » Pangarap Boys School » Papaya Academy » Pedro Palacio School » Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) » Philippine Community Foundation (PCF) » Philippine Inst.for the Deaf School » Project Best » Promoting Rural Education in the Philippines

(PREP) » Red Cross Philippines » Renovate to Educate (rED) » Sagip Kapamilya ABS CBN » Samahang Bukas Palad (SPB) » SPECS-TEC » Stairway Foundation » Tarlac FPE site » The Vicky SyCip Herrera Scholarship Fund » Tzu Chi Foundation » UNICEF » Virlanie Foundation » White Cross Orphanage

“I slept and dreamt life was joy. I awoke and saw that life was service.

I acted and beheld service was joy.

” - Rabindranath Tagor

Our Partners

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The PhilippinesRecreation and Travel in the PhilippinesImagine an archipelago of over 7,000

islands, an area sustaining one of the

world’s most diverse ecosystems ly-

ing at the crossroads of Southeast Asia.

Welcome to the Philippines, where

travelers have plenty to enjoy: pristine

beaches located over miles of coastline,

some of the best diving and snorkeling

spots in the world, not to mention beau-

tiful volcanoes and underground rivers.

This is a place where nature’s generos-

ity blends perfectly with a culture that

exudes warmth, kinship and hospitality.

Explore the Variety of CulturesThe islands play host to an exchange

of cultures and ideas handed down

through the generations. The mixed

Asian heritage blended with a Spanish

and American colonial past lends the

Filipino culture a varied and rich his-

tory. From remote indigenous tribes to

the modern urban intellectuals, Filipinos

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lands in their smiles and hospitality.

Festivals to See » Feast of the Black Nazarene

» Ati-Atihan

» Pasungay

» Pahiyas Festival

» Maskara

» Dinagyang

Indulge in HistoryTreat your eyes to the quaint old houses

of Vigan, Ilocos Sur, Iloilo, the churches

of Bacolod in Negros, and the walled city

of Intramuros for a rich architectural

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southeast of Luzon and visit the Cagsawa

Church ruins.

Feel the Warmth of the TropicsThe friendly people and warm climate

will make you feel right at home—so

much so that you may not want to leave!

With miles of coastlines, exploring the

Philippines offers travelers a mosaic of

tropical settings: the rugged shoreline

of Northern Luzon, the white powder

sands of Boracay, the limestone cliffs of

Palawan, and the coral-fringed reefs of

Anilao. All these destinations are but a

short car, plane, or boat ride away from

Metro Manila.

Savor Great FoodThe Philippines has a rich cultural mix

of Chinese, Spanish, Indian, Malay, and

Arabic, so you can imagine the variety of

food there is from the North to the South

of the archipelago.

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Sample the national dish, Adobo, which

comes in as many varieties as the regions

it is served in. Let sinigang, lechon (roast

pig), buko (coconut) and sweets made of

glutinous rice like suman latik tickle your

taste buds. Fusion was invented in the

Philippines!

Day Trips from ManilaA short drive from Manila will lead you

to nature trails and exciting adventures.

ANILAO, BATANGAS

Anilao, a popular diving spot is just 2.5

hours away from Manila by car. With over

48 dive sites, all divers from beginners

to instructors will have plenty of marine

life to see. Different resorts surround

the area offering accommodations for di-

vers who want to make the most of their

weekend.

ZAMBALES

Zambales, a 3-hour drive from Manila is

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spots. San Antonio, San Narciso, and San

Felipe all offer great waves for beginner to intermediate surfers. A range of re-sorts are available in the area for those who prefer to stay for the weekend.

MT. PINATUBO, ZAMBALES

Enjoy incredible views while trekking Mt. Pinatubo and go swimming in the aqua blue waters of the volcano’s Crater Lake. During the trek, you will have the chance to visit the Aeta Village and interact with the indigenous tribe inhabiting the area.

LA MESA ECOPARK

Developed to protect and preserve the La Mesa Watershed, the La Mesa Ecopark offers outdoor recreation. Fishing, bun-gee jumping, horseback riding, biking, and camping are just some of the activi-ties this park has for visitors.

CORREGIDOR ISLAND

An hour away by ferry, Corregidor is known as the Island Fortress where Filipino and American defenders held their ground against the Japanese invad-ers during World War II. Perfect for his-tory buffs, a tour around the island will lead visitors to ruins, tunnels, and big guns used during the war.

TAGAYTAY

Driving an hour and half south, away from

the metro will bring you to Tagaytay.

Known for all year-round cool weather,

there are a lot of things to do in this city.

From taking a volcano tour to windsurf-

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weekend is not enough to do all the dif-

ferent activities. With the vast options of

restaurants and quaint boutique hotels,

most make this a regular weekend geta-

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simply hop on to enjoy the view. This is

sure to be an exhilarating adventure!

Enjoy life on the islands!


LIVING IN MANILA » Fort Bonifacio Global City, where ISM

is located, is the new hub of dining, culture and arts in Taguig, where expatriates and Filipinos mix and mingle.

» Live conveniently in Fort Bonifacio Global City and experience an easy 5-10 minute walk to campus.

» The Fort BGC Bus offers easy and affordable transportation around Bonifacio Global City. Transportation to the Makati Business District and other areas of the metropolis can be achieved with metered taxi cabs. Smartphone based taxi and private car booking services are also accessible for convenience.

» Get your daily dose of news by staying connected online with the use of campus Wi-Fi. Television cable access tunes you in to CNN, BBC, ESPN, and HBO in addition

to numerous international/local networks and news programs.

» Personal services such as household help, a driver, and a babysitter, are all readily available and relatively inexpensive in the Philippines. Other reasonable services include: custom tailoring, salon & spa services, laundry & dry cleaning, as well as many more home delivery services.

» Some of the city’s major hospitals offer medical and dental facilities that are among the best in the region.

» Wine and dine in restaurants specializing in American, Mexican, Continental, Middle Eastern or Oriental cuisine.

» The tropical climate in Manila allows for year-round summer clothing. Western dress is appropriate and the norm.

» Manila is proud of its moniker as the mall capital of Asia. Shopping centers in all shapes and sizes abound in the metropolis, offering a great variety of goods and services. International and local brands make shopping in and around Manila a delight.

While you live and work here, don’t forget to have fun!

ISM would like to thank the following for their contribution in photographs to this brochure: Jiyoon Kang, Sienna Hagedorn, Juan Antonio Periquet, Andie Tolhurst, Brandon James McAlister, Eugene Perez, Maricel San Agustin, Jason Juteau, Peter Emmett, Neil Woods, Krista Plank, Brandon Hoover, ISM Digital Photography Club and the Philippine Department of Tourism.


“We believe that International School Manila has a unique opportunity to foster the development of global citizens of the future.”


International School ManilaUniversity Parkway, Fort Bonifacio Global City1634 Taguig, Philippines

[email protected] [email protected]

Trunk Line+63 2 840.8400

Fax+63 2 840.8405

www.ismanila.org

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