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DALAT INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

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Dalat is a unique community filled with amazing children and special families all pursuing the same thing: a great education for our students. This is the challenge we face each year as the world changes so quickly. We are compelled to find a healthy balance between cutting-edge education that challenges

and prepares our students for the future with solid educational strategies and values from the past. Our theme for the year, “First Things First,” is about teaching our kids the importance of priorities and values and preparing them for a world where they must learn to put important things first in their lives.

Mr. Karl SteinkampHead of School

As Chairman of the Dalat School Board, and on behalf of the Board of Governors, I would like to celebrate along with you the great achievements of our students, staff, and parents in the school year 2013–14. This last year we were delighted to make the decision to stay at our current location and excited to work with the administration to dream and establish a new vision for the school campus. We are even more excited about the spiritual development of our community. A lot of you participated in surveys and interviews last year, and the assessment results are very useful in helping us shape our future plan. The

Board would like to thank you for your investment of time and feedback.

Mr. Ooi Choon Piao Chairman of the Board of Governors

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ContentsRethinking Reality 4

Mission and Vision 7

Test Results 8

Parent Survey Results 10

Dalat Leadership Survey Response 14Head of School 14

Elementary School 15Middle School 15High School 16

Staff Qualifications & Enrollment 17

Annual Fund 18

Student Funds 20

Department Reports 21Admissions 21

Development 21Finance 22

Spiritual Life 22Fine Arts 23

Distance Learning Resource Center 24Online Education 24

Technology 25Residence Life 25

Facilities 26Athletics 26

Dalat Athletics Booster Club 27Care & Share 28

Parent-Teacher Organization 29

Transformed Thinker 30

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RethinkingRealityDalat helps students become Transformed Thinkers

Does a fish know it’s wet?

Staring into the fishbowl, watching two goldfish nervously darting between the rocks, 17 Media Literacy students consider life from a different perspective. Most of the students conclude that, no, the hapless goldfish are not aware of the fact that they are immersed in water — just as we are not aware of the “media water” in which we swim.

For these students, it’s an eye-opening way of understanding the world — and just one example of how Dalat seeks to impact not only what our kids know, but also how they think.

This year, Dalat’s focus ESLR (Expected School-wide Learning Result) is Transformed Thinkers. We want students to analyze ideas carefully, consider other points of view, and make evaluations from a biblical standard. We want them to “discern the difference between the finite thoughts of man and the transcendent thoughts of God.”

And we challenge our students to do this in a variety of ways — both inside and outside the classroom.

Uncovering the truth

In the high-school Media Literacy course, students grapple with how much media saturates our lives and shapes our thinking. “In our digital age, teens need to be equipped with how to filter the thousands of media images that come at them daily,” says Mrs. Susan Allen, who teaches the course.

The class — which is a graduation requirement — provides tools with which students can evaluate messages of the media based on a biblical worldview. Within each unit, students deconstruct forms of media and analyze the messages being conveyed.

Students have described the class as life-changing. “Media literacy allowed me to look beyond all the lies and propaganda that surround me and understand the truth hidden beneath it all,” student Shaikha Shahtaj says. “It has helped me transform the way I think, leading me to question images I see instead of believing everything at face value.”

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The hard work of questioning, deconstructing cultural ideas, and uncovering the truth takes place in another area at Dalat — the Forensics club. Run by teacher Mrs. Debbie Chinn, the group spends its time practicing a skill that terrifies most people: public speaking.

Students typically begin the year fumbling for words in a debate or impromptu speech. But after a lot of coaching, they learn to think logically, articulate an opposing view, and share their worldview — sometimes with only a minute to prepare.

“Forensics is not only the art of speaking but also the art of critical thinking,” says student Johnathan Tan. “It places students in a situation where conflicting views and ideas thrive. Through this experience, students are taught to differentiate between fact and fiction, analyze all views, and construct a speech that would convey their thoughts and their message.”

Taking off the ‘masks’Students are also learning to express themselves in another way, and it’s happening outside the classroom. A discipling initiative by Spiritual Life Director Tom Cura helps kids build safe relationships with a Dalat staff member, allowing them to share from their hearts without any fear of reprisal or rejection.

“Our cultural norm is to keep our personal feelings to ourselves, act like we have it all together, and refuse to burden others with our hardships and struggles,” Mr. Cura says. It allows us to wear “masks” that hide what’s really going on in our lives.

So Dalat is going against the cultural flow by proactively discipling middle and high school students in one-on-one relationships or small groups that meet regularly. And that has sparked transformed thinking.

“The mentor’s job is to encourage their student to freely share what is in their hearts,” Mr. Cura says, “so that their hearts can be led not by an empty philosophy or cultural norm, but by the saving and redeeming power of Jesus Christ.

“Mentors have witnessed firsthand the power of honesty as students have poured their hearts out and revealed their inner struggles. We have seen the great burdens lifted and the process of transformation that has begun in the hearts and minds of our kids.”

Turning things ‘upside down’Perhaps the best indicator that Dalat helps kids become Transformed Thinkers is in the lives of those no longer studying here. Many students at Dalat are just beginning this journey, but our alumni are actively applying the “education for life” they once received here.

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The story of Jonathan Hayashi, who spent most of his high school years at Dalat, graduating in 2009, is a remarkable example of transformation and love, and it’s best told in his own words:

“Before Dalat, I was a very angry, depressed youth. After Christ came into my life, life was never the same. I have dreams and hopes for my future. I can genuinely smile from the bottom of my heart and was able to love and forgive myself for the past. I recall the days at Dalat, where I lived in Jaffray dorm, having a deep desire to learn and grow in the Word of God. God then began to reveal truth within scriptures that I’ve never seen before. I longed to spend time with my heavenly Father who accepted me for who I was. I wanted him to be able to turn things upside down and use a sinner like me for his glory. Dalat was a safe environment for me to question my faith and grow in my understanding of who God is. So much of who I am today is in the answer of prayers for me through many of the Dalat teachers and missionaries. Dalat has a special place within my heart, as the hands of compassion and prayers have resulted in the transformation of where I am today.”

Jonathan is currently serving as an assistant pastor at Uptown Baptist Church in Chicago, Illinois and received his undergraduate and master’s degree at Moody Thelogicial Seminary in Chicago.

Jonathan today

Jonathan 2006 (Grade 10)

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MissionandVision

MissionEducation for life founded on a biblical worldview.

VisionFor the glory of God we will…

never stop improving.

never stop inspiring.

never stop impacting our world.

Education for LifeDalat International School seeks to teach our children in areas that go beyond books and academics. Education for life is the pursuit of training the next generation to be people of good character and integrity and to care for others, which will prepare them to make a positive impact on the world in any area they choose to work and live in.

Expected School-wide Learning Results (ESLRs)Dalat students will be:

• Passionate Learners

• Transformed Thinkers

• Servant Leaders

• God Seekers

• Faithful Stewards

• Effective Communicators

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TestResultsMeasures of Academic Progress

Dalat uses the Measures of Academic Progress (MAP), a standardized test for grades K–9. These assessments are unique in that they adapt to each student’s ability, accurately measuring what a child knows. In addition, MAP tests measure academic growth over time, independent of grade level or age. Most importantly, the results have practical application to teaching and learning. MAP test results provide educators with timely information that guides instructional planning and school improvement.

Average scores are broken down by subject area and grade at the end of the 2013–14 school year. Percentages are students at or above grade level:

The Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT)

The SAT determines acceptance into U.S. colleges and universities. The U.S. national average score for 2013 is 1498 (496 reading, 514 math, and 488 writing). Dalat’s Class of 2014 scored an average of 1714 (562 reading, 582 math, and 572 writing). The highest Dalat SAT score was 2160 and the lowest was 1140 out of a possible 2400.

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1 97% 100%

2 77% 65% 77%

3 82% 97% 94%

4 96% 100% 100%

5 84% 88% 93%

6 95% 71% 90%

7 89% 85% 85%

8 94% 91% 89%

9 92% 90% 96%

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American University of Paris, France

Arizona State University, United States

Bethel University, United States

Biola University, United States

Crown College, United States

Deakin University, Australia

Durham University, United Kingdom

Eastern Mennonite University, United States

George Fox University, United States

Grand Valley State University, United States

Greenville College, United States

John Cabot University, Italy

Korea University, Korea

Les Roche, Switzerland

Liberty University, United States

Patrick Henry College, United States

Santa Barbara City College, United States

Sogang University, Korea

State College of Florida, Manatee and Sarasota, United States

Taylor University, United States

Union University, United States

University of British Columbia, Canada

University of California, Riverside, United States

University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom

University of Essex, United Kingdom

University of Fraser Valley, Canada

University of Glasgow, United Kingdom

University of Kansas, United States

University of Kent, United Kingdom

University of Lancaster, United Kingdom

University of Leicester, United Kingdom

University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, United States

University of Northwestern, United States

University of Ottawa, Canada

University of Portland, United States

University of Southern California, United States

University of Southern California, Davis, United States

University of Toronto, Canada

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, United States

Wheaton College, United States

Yonsei University, Korea

Fifty-two members of the Class of 2014 graduated in June, and they were accepted to the following colleges and universities:

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ParentSurveyResultsThe survey was taken in May 2014. A total of 227 surveys were completed, including 173 in English, 40 in Korean, and 14 in Chinese.

Parents were asked to respond to each question with “excellent,” “good,” “fair,” or “poor.” Dalat defines “Satisfaction” as “excellent” or “good” responses on the survey. A “fair” or “poor” response is considered unsatisfied.

1. How would you rate the quality of education at Dalat?달랏에서의 교육의 질을 어떻게‘ 평가하겠습니까?请您估计Dalat的教育质量?93% Satisfaction

2. In your opinion, how well is Dalat preparing your student for university, college, or vocation after Dalat?여러분은 자녀들이 대학 또는 취업 준비를 얼마나 잘 하고 있다고 생각하십니까?你认为您的孩子对假期或上大学的准备做得怎么样?84% Satisfaction

3. How satisfied are you with the course offerings?개설된 강의 과목에 얼마나 만족하십니까?您对Dalat所提供的学科滿意吗?87% Satisfaction

4. How would you rate the impact on your child’s life from teaching Christian values from the Bible?성경으로 기독교의 가치를 가르침이 학생들의 인생에 얼마나 영향을 미치리라 생각하십니까?您觉得基督教徒圣经上所教导的价值对您孩子的生活有怎么样的冲击?86% Satisfaction

5. How would you rate the use of technology to enhance learning?배움 증진을 위한 기술 사용에 대해서 여러분은 어떤 등급을 주시겠습니까?您如何评估运用科技设施以加强学习的效果?84% Satisfaction

6. How would you rate your overall satisfaction with your child’s/children’s teacher/s?담¿”교사와 그외 교사들에 대해 종«’적인 만족도는 어느 정도로 평가하십니까?您对您孩子的老師的整体表现滿意吗?84% Satisfaction

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7. How would you rate the amount of homework your child has?자녀들이 숙제 양에 대해서 여러분은 어떤 등급을 주시겠습니까?您对于孩子的功课量有何意见?6% Too Little 너무 적다 太少

57% Right Amount 적당하다 刚好37% Too Much 너무 많다 太多

8. How would you rate the quality of homework your child has?자녀 숙제의 질을 어떻∞‘ 평가«’니까?你觉得您的孩子的作业做得怎么样?78% Satisfaction

9. How do you feel about the physical and emotional safety of your child at Dalat?달랏 학교에서의 신체적 ! 그리고 감정적인 안전에 대해서 어떻∞‘ 느낍니까?你觉得您的孩子在学校里身心上的安全感怎么样?89% Satisfaction

10. How would you rate the school facilities?여러분은 학교 시설물을 어떻∞‘ 생각하세요?您怎么评估学校的设施?69% Satisfaction

11. How would you rate the campus security and emergency procedures appropriate for a school?학교측의 캠퍼스 안전과 위기대응책의 진행이 적합한지에 대한 여러분은 어떤 등급을 주시겠습니까?您如何评估校园的保安及紧急措施?84% Satisfaction

12. How would you rate the quality of the extracurricular programs offered?별도 제공되는 프로그램 질에 대해서 여러분은 어떤 등급을 주시겠습니까?您如何评估课外活动的素质?78% Satisfaction

13. How would you rate the quality of the sports programs offered?스포츠 프로그램에 대해서 여러분은 어떤 등급을 주시겠습니까?您如何评估各项体育项目的素质?73% Satisfaction

14. How would you rate the value for the price paid for the food in the cafeteria?식당의 음식이 지∫“된 가격에 비해 어떻다고 평가«’니까?您觉得学校餐厅的餐点价钱怎么样?46% Satisfaction

15. How would you rate the service in the Dalat school office?달랏 스쿨 교무실의 서비스를 어떻∞‘ 평가하십니까?您觉得Dalat学校办公室人员的服务态度如何?86% Satisfaction

16. How well does Dalat meet the needs of your child academically?달랏이 여러분 자녀의 학구적인 필요를 어느 정도 충족시켜 주나요?Dalat在学术上是否能提供您孩子的需要?85% Satisfaction

17. How well does Dalat meet the needs of your child socially?달랏이 여러분 자녀의 사회적 필요를 어느 정도 충족시켜 주나요?Dalat在社交应对上是否能提供您的孩子的需要?88% Satisfaction

18. How would you rate your child’s activity level at school?학교에서 자녀의 활동 수준에 대해서 여러분은 어떤 등급을 주시겠습니까?您如何评估各级的学校活动?9% Too Busy 너무 바쁘다 太忙

86% Good Amount 적당하다 足够

5% Not Enough 너무 활동이 부족하다 须增加

19. Are you familiar with Dalat’s Child Protection and Safety Program?여러분은 달랏 학교의 어린이 안전과 위기대응 프로그램에 대해서 익숙하십니까?您了解Dalat对于您的孩子人身保护及安全措施吗?65% Yes

20. How would you rate Dalat’s communication with your child (the student)?달랏과 학생들과의 켜뮤니케이션을 어떻∞‘ 평가하십니까?您如何评估Dalat与学生的沟通?83% Satisfaction

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21. How would you rate Dalat’s communication with you (the parent)?달랏과 학부모와의 커뮤니케이션을 어떻∞‘ 평가하십니까?您如何评估Dalat与学生家长的沟通?78% Satisfaction

22. How would you rate the ease of finding information you need on the school website?학교 웹사이트에서 필요한 정보를 쉽∞‘ 찾을 수 있으신가요?您能轻易地在学校网站找到您需要的资訊嗎?84% Satisfaction

23. Do you read the Dalat News weekly?매주 달랏 뉴스를 읽으십니까? 你是否每周阅读Dalat新闻?91% Yes

24. How familiar are you with the goals, mission, and vision of Dalat?달랏이 추구하는 목표, 미션, 비전에 얼마나 익숙하십니까?您对Dalat的目標、使命和愿景有多了解?81% Satisfaction

25. How well is Dalat achieving its mission and vision statements?얼마나 달랏 학교가 목표와 사명을 잘 이루어 가고 있습니까?你对Dalat实现其办学宗旨和愿景的满意度?81% Satisfaction

26. How confident do you feel about Dalat’s future?달랏의 미래에 대해 얼마나 자부심을 갖고 있습니까?您对Dalat的未來有多自信?89% Satisfaction

27. How would you rate the sense of community at Dalat?달랏의 커뮤니티를 어떻∞‘ 평가하십니까?您觉得Dalat在社区的服务如何?83% Satisfaction

28. Do you feel welcome at Dalat?달랏이 환영받을 곳이라 느끼십니까?您在Dalat感觉受欢迎吗?94% Yes

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29. How would you rate the cooperation and interaction of nationalities?다른 국적의 자녀들과의 협력과 상호 작용에 대해서 여러분은 어떤 등급을 주시겠습니까?您如何评估不同国籍的合作与互动?76% Satisfaction

30. Would you recommend Dalat to your family and closest friends?가족이나 가까운 친구들에∞‘ Dalat을 추천하실 생각이신가요?您是否会推荐Dalat给您的家人和亲密的朋友?97% Yes

31. Do you think Dalat students make a positive impact outside of our school?달랏 학생들이 학교 밖에서 긍정적인 영향을 준다고 생각하세요?您认为Dalat学生在校外有正面的影响吗?94% Yes

32. How would you rate your overall satisfaction of Dalat?달랏에서 전체적인 만족도는 어떻∞‘ 평가하고 싶으신가요?您如何评估Dalat的整体满意度?91% Satisfaction

33. How would you rate the leadership of Dalat?달랏의 리더쉽을 어떻∞‘ 평가하십니까?您如何评估Dalat的领导层?84% Satisfaction

34. How well does Dalat administration listen and address your concerns?달랏 학교 행정부서에서 얼마나 여러분의 관심을 듣고 설명한다고 보십니까?Dalat有没有倾听和解决您提出的问题?72% Satisfaction

35. How would you rate Dalat against other international schools around the world?전세계의 국제학교와 비교하여 달랏을 어떻∞‘ 평가하십니까?您如何评估Dalat在世界各国国际学校的地位?86% Satisfaction

36. How would you rate Dalat’s reputation in Penang?페낭에서 달랏의 평판은 어떻다고 생각하세요?您怎么评估Dalat在槟城州的声誉?89% Satisfaction

37. How would you rate the value you receive for the price you pay at Dalat?

달랏에 지∫“하는 만큼의 대가를 받고 있다고 평가하십니까?您如何评估您的孩子在Dalat所付出的学费与所接受到的教育?77% Satisfaction

38. How long have you been a part of the Dalat community?달랏 커뮤니티에 얼마나 오랫동안 관여해 ø‘습니까? 1 년 미만, 1-2 년, 3-5 년, 5 년 이상?您成为Dalat社區多久?少於1年，1到2年，3到5年，過超5年?• Less than 1 year – 24%• 1–2 years – 24%• 3–5 years – 27%• More than 5 years – 26%

39. Where is your home country located?당신의 모국은 어디¿‘니까? 북아메리카, 아시아, 유럽您的祖国在哪里?北美洲，亞洲，歐洲• North America – 41% • Asia – 52%• Europe – 5%• Other – 2%

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Head of School The annual parent survey is an integral part of Dalat’s efforts to pursue its mission statement of always improving. In order to know how we are doing, we have to collect honest and current feedback specific to areas where we are doing well and where we need to focus our attention for improvement. I believe the parent survey is a great indicator to our parents of our desire to meet the educational and social needs of our students. I do not know of any other international school that does an annual survey like this.

It is important for parents to know that the leaders at Dalat take time each year to review the results, discuss trends and indicators, and then take specific steps from the feedback given. The survey is studied by the administration team, and the results of the survey help guide decisions and plans.

In the 2014 survey, I was pleased to see the following indicators:

• In 21 of the 33 questions asked, our satisfaction rate went up. We went down in only 6 questions.

• I am happy to see our overall satisfaction went up 3 points to 91%.

• We went up 7 points in satisfaction of the cafeteria but still have work to do in this area.

• I am proud to see that 94% of our parents feel welcome at Dalat and that 97% of you said you would recommend Dalat to your family or closest friends.

Here are some of the areas where we need to improve:

• Facilities are still rated pretty low, and we understand this. The good news is that we have made some significant changes in the last year, and in the coming two–three years we will improve our facilities in dramatic ways.

• The cafeteria improved in its satisfaction rating, but we want to see it go higher.

• We asked a number of questions about homework, and the information is helping us tackle the difficult task of balancing a challenging curriculum that prepares students for university and life, and not overloading our students with too much.

• We continue to look at ways to improve our extracurricular and sports programs and will look to do that this year.

• Finally, our satisfaction rating for communication with parents is quite high, but we want to do even better, so we will look at that this year as well.

I know we say this all the time, but truly our door is always open. We want your input and feedback and understand how important good communication is in partnering with parents. We may not always agree with your suggestion, or make the changes you are asking for, but we will listen and carefully consider your input. I hope the Results book is one such indicator of that commitment. In the remainder of this booklet, divisional and department leaders will address your questions and your feedback. I encourage you to read through it carefully. If you have any questions from the survey results, or from this booklet, please do drop by to talk with us about it.

Mr. Karl STEINKAMP

DalatLeadershipSurveyResponse

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Elementary School

• I am happy to report that our ES homework policy instituted last year is still going strong. With reduced homework loads, children have more free time to be with family. Our MAP scores continue to be among the highest in Southeast Asia even with less homework, and parents are happy overall with the quality of homework assigned. We will continue to look at ways to improve the school-home balance for our students and their families.

• We are thrilled that 93% of our ES parents feel we are meeting their child’s social needs. This is a reflection of our conflict resolution program that we began last year — Kelso’s Choice. We always strive to make Dalat a safe and happy place for children.

• We have more lunch monitors this year to monitor our larger student body and keep everyone safe and organized at lunch.

• We had very low turnover in our division, and all of our teachers in preschool through grade 3 returned for another school year. We are happy to welcome one new grade 4 teacher and a new ESL teacher. The elementary ESL teacher was added to our staff so we can better serve our students needing ESL instruction.

• One area of growth for our division is special services. We have added a new teacher to our special services division who has many years of experience working with special needs children. We are very excited to be able to offer additional help for those children who need it. We also have a greater list of community contacts for extended outside services than ever before. We are committed to meeting the needs of all of our students.

• The ES division has wonderful, dedicated teachers who love and nurture each and every child. They give their very best effort every single day. Our 97% satisfaction rate shows that you agree! Thank you for your continued support.

Middle School• The results of the annual parent survey for the middle school division were overwhelmingly positive. I am so encouraged

that parents and teachers are working together to benefit the students. Facilities continue to be a concern for many parents. I think that we have done a great job of improving the middle school facilities in the past few years. We now have a comfortable, community-oriented space where middle school students feel at home. We have improved the lighting in all of our classrooms, which made a really positive impact in our learning spaces. We will continue to work on the outdoor areas of the middle school area, making it more engaging for students.

• After struggling to find the right balance of homework in the past, I am pleased to see that parents are currently satisfied with the quality and quantity of homework in the middle school. I will continue to monitor this situation and encourage the teachers to continue on this track. We have instituted a rule that no homework be assigned over mid-semester and semester breaks, in order to provide more time for rest and family time.

Mrs. Heather FISCHER

Ms. Shawna WOOD

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• Another concern of parents is that they don’t see a lot of cooperation and interactions among the different nationalities. This is a concern that I think we, as adults, need to address. The students closely copy the behavior of the adults who are important in their lives, therefore we need to model friendships with those from different nationalities. I encourage you to seek out new friendships and encourage your child to spend free time with a variety of students. At school, we group students in a variety of ways for different activities, but we do not group them by nationality or language group, unless it is for a specific purpose. This issue does not have a quick fix, but rather requires all of us to be willing for the change to start with us.

High School• First things first. Our theme for the year helps us prioritize what is important in lives that are busy and stressful. The

new bell schedule implemented this year with a slightly later start, a morning break, a common lunch time for all students, and some optional X block time were all in response to parent feedback that students were stressed out. The hope is that each of these small changes add up to significantly lower stress levels for students and give better balance to their lives.

• This year we have added an industrial arts class to give students more hands-on opportunities to build as well as both AP biology and AP chemistry classes in response to the high demand for AP science classes. Both of these were concerns shared on the surveys.

• The intramural sports program, which was run for the first time last year, was a positive addition to our sports program, offering students a less serious way to get some exercise, and we plan to continue this program with a variety of team and individual sports. There is a strong desire to have a swimming program, but our facilities don’t allow for this. Unfortunately, we are still a few years away from being able to build our own, but it is in the plans.

• We are excited that our campus bandwidth has improved significantly with the change to a new carrier.

• One last big change that we have worked hard at is a significant adjustment to our transcripts that will better reflect student participation in a variety of activities. This is the sort of “under the hood” change that is significant in a host of ways but may not be noticed immediately. It is especially encouraging to hear all of the comments in the survey about the dedicated and caring staff. I agree, the staff are the best part about working and going to school at Dalat.

Mr. Brian BREWSTER

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StaffQualifications&EnrollmentMaster of Arts ........................................... 32Bachelor of Education ............................... 33Bachelor of Arts ....................................... 10Other ......................................................... 4Total ........................................................ 79

Total Number of Expat Staff 2014–2015 ..... 79Administrative Staff .................................... 19Teaching Staff ........................................... 60Full-time Teaching/Administrative Staff ......... 70Part-time Teaching/Administrative Staff .......... 9Residence Life Staff ...................................... 7National Staff ............................................ 55

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Australia ........................... 5

Brazil ................................ 4

Canada .......................... 16

China ............................... 7

Finland ............................. 2

Germany .......................... 1

Hong Kong ....................... 4

India ................................ 2

Indonesia.......................... 8

Japan ............................. 18

Korea ........................... 113

Malaysia ....................... 153

Nepal ............................... 3

Netherlands ...................... 8

Philippines ........................ 1

Singapore ....................... 12

South Africa ...................... 1

Switzerland ....................... 4

Taiwan ............................ 11

Thailand ........................... 3

United Kingdom .............. 10

United States ................. 174

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AnnualFundDalat continues to improve every year because of the hard work and generosity of our community! The goal of the Annual Fund 2014 was to inspire students to become Transformed Thinkers; students who are wise, creative, and caring, through the projects of the Annual Fund. Our goal was to raise RM 139,000 over six weeks and the Dalat community exceeded that goal and raised RM 166,999 to improve Dalat for our students. 167 families participated this year, 98% of high school students gave, middle school students gave over RM 1,200, and elementary students gave from their hearts to make their school better. Thank you to all those who gave of their time, energy, and finances to improve our school!

Transforming Projects:

ES Classroom iPads .............................. RM 25,000 MS Classroom Laptops .......................... RM 36,000 Music Instruments ................................. RM 20,000 Choir Risers ............................................ RM 6,000 Gym Fitness ......................................... RM 38,000 Dorm Kitchen Equipment ....................... RM 22,000 Library Books .......................................... RM 4,000 Recycling Program ................................ RM 10,000 Care & Share ........................................ RM 8,000

Dalat would like to thank the following corporate sponsors:

Premier Corporate Sponsors

• Lee Tong Hai Construction• ParkRoyal Penang Resort• Rainbow Paradise Beach Resort

Corporate Sponsors5.4 NorthAdventure ZoneBake & TakeBayu ReflexologyBelle de Jeur BeautyBlossom ArtBreak the CodeBusy Bees Learning MandarinCroisette Cafe

E & O Hotel Dr. Peter Stuart, Chiropractor

ElitCare ChiropracticFlamingo HotelFurry KidsG HotelGrumpiez CantinaGusto CaféHard Rock HotelHotel Sentral Seaview

Karis Ocean B.V.Mercury SportsMorganfield’sMuthu FoodsOptical StationReal Food SonnentorReetz Hair SalonRegents FurnitureRoyal SelangorRustic Heritage

Sam’s BatikSeong Auto ServiceStep 2 HealthSubwaySugar Rae Pet VillageSunflower BakerySwitch-GurneyTao RestaurantVillage ArtisanWarrior Boot Camp

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Eagle Status - RM 10,000 or more Chia, Hong Nyiap & Seu KianDrawe, Scott & HangZimmer, Chris & Robin

High Honor Roll - RM 5,000 or more Jong, Dato Richard & Datin JessicaLyon, Nathan & RuthStemple, Stewart Honor Roll - RM 1,000 or more Brewster, Dan & AliceBubrik, John & MonicaChai, Nam Han & Wee ChanChan, Kenny & JanetChan, Peter & Ai LeeChandra, Stephen & Young-LyChang, Jhy Hau & Su LeeChin, David & Ming ShuChinn, Larry & DebbieDewhirst, Adam & SarahEun, Yoo Min & Mi KyoungGoh, Kok Soon & Bee TengGoh, Eng Leong & Mei LinHalbedl, Randy & MarthaHawk, Jonas & MaryHuang, George & Chiu-YangJung, Kenneth & JackieJung, You Sang & Hyun MiKim, Young Wan & Sul HwaKo, Seok Jin & Kim JungyunLai, Kin On & Tin WaiLee, Dong Woo & Hye WonLee, Heng Gee & JessieLeong, Kong Meng & CynthiaLeong, Kin Heng & JenniferLim, Dato Mook San & EllsyLoh, Richard & SallyMatsumoto, Naohiro & MikaOhk, Sang Woo & CarrieOng, Shao Chee & JessicaOo, Khuang Liang & Yean ChinPagee, Bob & Anne MariePeters, Bernardus & Dong MeiPhuah, Ewe Cheng & See Mei

Pillai, Ram & AndreaRonning, Jon & RebekahSaw, Lip Teik & Lay HongSim, Choon Siong & Chee ChengSingh, Surinder & SharonSoon, Chin Chye & Geok GimSteinkamp, Karl & JackiSullivan, Terrence & JoanTan, Gary & JoanneTan, Soo Hee & Siew KhimTan, Jon & EstherTan, SK & Tean BengTan, Ti Hor & Siew KhimTang, Jeff & JoyceTeh, Tze WeiTeng, Beng Lee & IreneTeoh, Cheng Ghee & AidaYang, Chao Tung & Pi MeiYeng, Francis & Jenny

Stand and Be Counted - Any Amount or Donation

Alagan, Naresh & DaveenaAllen, James & SusanAnderson, Josh & BonaAng, Kheng Soon & Seok LiewArnold, Chuck & DeanaBalzer, Steve & LisaBeasley, Daniel & JesusaBengs, Daryl & TammyBortoloni, Jose & AnaBrake, Andy & LoraBrokaw, ValeriBrooks, Ben & RachelBuhr, Garth & EileenBurley, David & AngelineCastelli, Jay & CarolynCataudella, Cristofor & AmyChand, Dinesh & RachelChang, Chee Kok & GraceChew, Chin Foo & Tang KhengChiem, Boon Kooi & EdithaChim, Chi Sing & Yuen YeeChin, Keo San & HephzibahChin, Ken Meng & Chin Hoon

Chin, TK & EllaCho, Inson & JasmineChung, Kil Ho & Mi HeeChung, Chee Yee & Soon YeeCombrink, Hans & PatriciaCox, David & TashaCura, Tom & DebbyDanneker, Ed & AliceDavis, Bob & MissyFischer, John & HeatherFrohlich, Kevin & RobinGeiman, MaryGo, Lucas & SarahGoh, Gary & YvonneGraves, Jason & ElizabethHaug, Jeff & MarcieHiew, Sin Keong & ShirleyHofer, Scott & HeatherHogan, JanHorton, Jon & LoriHuang, Zhi Qiang & Gao YueHuang, Stanley & Juo-LinJordan, Kelly & RobinJung, Tae Bo & Jeong MiKahrobaei, Dariush & MartinaKang, Jaemo & JiyeounKang, Young Heoun & Kyung RanKhaw, Chong Joo & Melody LeeKhor, LisaKilgo, Patrick & MichelleKim, Hee-Keun & Jin-YoungKim, Young Shin & Hee KyoungKim, Dong Hyun & SuinKo, Bong-Sang & Yun-HeeKo, In Seob & Hyun HeeKok, Chim Kong & Seok ChingLadner, Doug & LauraLee, Hyungsuk & SeonaeLee, Kyoung-Kuen & Kyoung-MeeLee, See Keat & Siew HoonLim, Jin Foo & Joo PhengLim, Jung Hoon & PearlLim, Xu AnLim, ChristineLittleton, DianeMahoney, Kerry & Robin

Dalat would like to thank the following parents, staff, family and friends:

Man, Yong Bin & Wang FengMims, Neil & MargitMoey, Keith & KimMoon, Nam Sick & Jee JinOng, David & MaryOppenheim, Jay & AmyOrr, Brandon & ChristinaPark, Sang Bae & Hyun SukPark, Seongchul & JongranPhungsonthorn, Akarapol & SinitPontrich, Brian & AmandaRamirez, Vladimir & VictoriaRoberts, Steve & LydiaRoberts, Joel & JodiRoberts, Dustin & RenaeRoylance, Craig & CarinSasse, Mark & KarenSaw, Leng San & Siew WahSawatzky, Dale & ShannonSchouten, Rene & SelenaShanmuganathan, Balan & Liza AnnSong, Chan Seok & Jung HyeSoon, Eng Hooi & Cheng SimSteffen, Jonathan & KariSteinkamp, Joel & MiaSuen, FionaTakizawa, Dato K.N.Krishner & Datin HarumiTan, Vincent & ShirleyTang, Ching Siang & Siew KeeTang, Heng Aun & Seaw HooiTrescott, Mark & MicheleUnruh, Stan & RondaUzzle, Scott & TerresaWeidemann, Brian & ValWong, Wee Keong & Siaw-HongWong, Jeffrey & DorisWood, ShawnaWood, Tony & StephanyWooley, HelenXin, Xin & AnitaYeoh, Alvin & JennieYeoh, Ee Kee & ShellyYeoh, Eng Hun & See LinYun, JudithZahn, Christopher & Choon Bee

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StudentFunds

MK Ed Endowment FundThe Missionary Kid Education Endowment Fund was established to be an ongoing source of income to offset the rising costs of education for Dalat students whose parents are serving as missionaries around the world. The beauty of an endowment fund is that a gift to the fund remains in an account as long as Dalat School exists and generates interest every year that, in turn, provides funds for the education of missionary’s children.

Starting Balance in July 2013: RM 67,591Raised Last School Year: RM 9,076Interest Generated for Students: RM 3,163New Balance in September 2014: RM 76,667

Alumni Athletic and Fine Arts Travel FundDalat Alumni give back to Dalat School because of the many great memories they have had and for a desire to share those memories with Dalat students today. One of the practical ways Alumni help Dalat is to give to the Alumni Athletic and Fine Arts Travel Fund. This fund assists families that find it challenging to pay for the international trips the sports teams and fine arts groups participate in during high school.

This last year the band took a trip to Bangkok and the ACSC sports tournaments took place in Thailand, Hong Kong, the Philippines, and Taiwan.

Students Received Last Year: RM 500Funds Raised Last Year: RM 6,066

If you would like to donate to either the MK Ed Endowment Fund or the Alumni Athletic and Fine Arts Travel Fund please contact the Director of Development, Larry Chinn, at lchinn@dalat.org or Adeline in the Finance Office at adeline@dalat.org.

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DepartmentReports

Admissions• After three years of continuous growth that exceeded the trend line with a peak

enrollment of 577 students in January 2014, Dalat corrected to an enrollment of 560 in August 2014. We said goodbye to many expatriates who returned home when their contracts ended. Still more missionary families left for their furlough. Even more international schools opened in Penang, providing more options for better fit and placement for the international school community.

• Student applications on the website made applying for enrollment at Dalat very convenient for families abroad. Admissions also integrated more support from other departments, especially our Parent Teacher Organization, during the pre-enrollment and transition phase.

Development• Annual Fund 2014 raised RM 167,000 for improvements to our school to provide

the tools students need to get a great education. Funds were raised for all divisions and areas of interest. The entire community came together; including parents, grandparents, staff, students, alumni, and local businesses, all with the dream of making our school better. When we all work together we can do amazing things!

• Campus development has moved slowly but steadily along. A campus plan has been agreed upon to accommodate up to 700 students and have all our facilities located on campus. Construction will begin on the first new buildings in 2015. (See campus plan) It will be exciting to see our school start to take on a new shape with better facilities to give students an education for life. A capital campaign to raise funds for this development will be launched in 2015.

• Debby Cura has joined the Development team as Community Development Liaison. Debby’s job will be to build up our school through special events, working with volunteers and with parent organizations to protect and enhance the care and community that is so precious to us here at Dalat.

• Stewardship and recognition plans and procedures have been established to recognize donors and volunteers. We want to properly thank those who make contributions to our children and our school.

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Finance

• One of the most concerning developments the school is preparing for is the implementation of the Goods and Services Tax in six months’ time. As the school prepares for the advent of a new tax law, we wish to remind parents to wait for official statements from the school on whether GST would be imposed on school fees. For everyone’s information, the upcoming GST may have the school review its pricing, costing, and investment policies to ensure that its operations remain feasible and sustainable in the long run. Viewed together with the school’s long-term plans on development, all these are appearing at the right time.

• Once again, the Finance Office continues to emphasize continuous change to ensure that the school survive and thrive for the benefit of its students and the rest of its constituents.

Spiritual Life

• Spiritual Emphasis Week (SEW) 2013. Tom Cura, our new Spiritual Life Director, lead the year’s SEW conference. With the theme of “I Have Decided,” Tom challenged the school community to seriously evaluate where they stood in their relationship with God. A dozen Dalat seniors shared video testimonies of how God changed them and challenged them to follow Him. Students were introduced to the old hymn “I Have Decided,” and this song has become a new Dalat favorite.

• One-on-one discipleship and mentoring became a major focus of the year. Students were encouraged to enter into a mentor relationship with a staff member. Students and mentors would meet for regular times of sharing, praying, and discipleship. Over 40 students and 25 faculty participated.

• Missions Emphasis Week (MEW) of 2014 was led by Todd and Debbie Adams, CMA missionaries to Papua, Indonesia. Todd is a Dalat alumnus and cousin of Jacki Steinkamp. Our community was challenged by the theme, “God’s Heart for the World…What’s Your Part?” Growing up as third culture kids, God used both Todd and Debbie to connect with our kids in significant and powerful ways.

• Dalat held an Easter sunrise service where over 300 members of our community attended. Fourteen students were baptized, and the community celebrated as these kids made their public declarations of their faith.

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Fine Arts

Dalat students had many artistic opportunities last year:

• Art, music, and theatre classes

• Quarterly band and choir concerts

• HS Band Festival in Bangkok

• HS Choir visit to Westlake International School, Kampar

• HS Band and Choir appearance at the St. Patrick’s Parade, Straits Quay

• Grades 1–5 Christmas Concert, Fettes Park Baptist Church

• K–5 Spring Concert, Dalat gym

• MS Dramas: The Fastest Thimble in the West and The Mikado

• HS one-act plays: Along Came Harriet and The Advantages of Being Shy

• RLT Players performances, Penang Performing Arts Center

• HS Readers’ Theatre: Arsenic and Old Lace

• Original student-written musical, Boardwalk Melody, PenangPAC

• Southeast Asia Forensics Tournament at ISKL

• Piano recitals

• StuCo-sponsored live music events

• Fine Arts Festival, PenangPAC: three drama performances, four concerts, and an outstanding display of ES, MS, and HS student artwork

It’s been exciting to see our students celebrate their God-given creativity in so many ways!

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Distance Learning Resource Center

• Dalat’s Distance Learning Resource Center serves 30 families, including 60 students.

• About 26 DLRC students are in after-school activities at any given time.

• DLRC is offering the 12-hour seminar on Excellence In Writing (DVD presentation with workbook) for homeschooling parents needing some help in teaching writing.

• Over 3,000 resource volumes in the DLRC library (at last count — more being added regularly).

• DLRC publishes a monthly resource letter (news, articles, curriculum reviews, science experiments, art ideas, writing ideas, etc.) that is archived for easy access.

• Dalat, through the DLRC, has partnered with a small MK school for the children of Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF) families in Tarakan, Indonesia (Borneo). The DLRC serves this school with consultation for parents (10 families) and teachers, curriculum development, and annual testing (Iowa Test of Basic Skills).

Online Education

• Dalat students are enrolled in external online courses offered by the following outside providers: The VHS Collaborative, Sevenstar Academy, BC Online School (a division of Heritage Christian Schools), University of Nebraska-Lincoln High School, Fuel Education (formerly Aventa Learning), Northstar Academy, and Florida Virtual School.

• Total number of Dalat students taking external courses for 2013-14 was 52.

• Dalat students were enrolled in 42 external courses for 2013-14.

• Dalat students took 215 e-learning courses in 2013-14.

• Online courses provided in-house by Dalat staff on DISCourse include: 21st Century Computing, Information and Communication Technology, Health, AP Psychology, Personal Psychology, and Developmental Psychology. Total student enrollment in these courses was 148.

• 21st Century Computing, a compulsory 9th grade course on technology skills, was valuable in preparing students for their high-school level work.

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Technology• The 2013–14 school year was focused on better managing the student iPads and

network backbone of the school. Casper Suite was purchased to handle student iPad enrollment, management, and application of school policies. Additional purchases were made to improve our network in preparation for the increase of more devices in the future. To better improve support for parents and visitors, a Visitor Wireless Network was added.

EdTech Statistics

Total number of computers on campus for student and staff use: ...................390

Total number of iPads supported: ...............................................................300

Total number of computer labs: ......................................................................5

Number of wireless access points: ................................................................30

Percentage of classrooms with Wi-Fi coverage: ......................................... 100%

Percentage of preschool through grade 4 classrooms with SMART Boards: .. 100%

Residence Life• Boarding homes on campus continue to provide a caring, supportive residential

option for education at Dalat. The Residence Life team is committed to partnering with sending parents so that a student’s boarding experience can provide an enhanced opportunity to fulfill our school’s mission statement, “education for life founded on a biblical worldview.” The boarding program intentionally facilitates and supports the formal education curriculum as well as focuses on life skills, community living, and spiritual formation in the lives of students.

• Dorm students enjoy the benefits of living in a safe, nurturing environment that provides many service and worship opportunities, good dorm food, and lots of fun outings and activities throughout the year.

• All of these community-minded services and opportunities facilitated by a committed staff team contribute to a positive boarding environment.

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FacilitiesThe 2014 school year has seen some great changes and additions to the facilities at Dalat:

• We renovated our current gym locker rooms to provide many extra showers and toilets in both the boys’ and girls’ bathrooms.

• We relocated the exercise/weight room and expanded it to over double the original size.

• We also installed a new cushioned hardwood gym floor that looks and feels amazing thanks to the Booster Club.

• We expanded our upper-field parking lot to accommodate our growth in student numbers for parent and staff parking.

• We fitted the upper floor of the middle school building with new flooring and new paint and carpet.

Athletics• We sent five varsity teams to international tournaments.

• Our teams participated in the inaugural season of the Asian Christian Schools Conference with seven other like-minded schools from around Southeast Asia.

• Girls softball won the Island tournament, placed third at state.

• Dalat participated in the first season of Penang Schools Athletic Conference (PSAC).

• Created an intramurals program so that more kids can participate in sports.

Athletics Results

• Girls Volleyball – 8th place at ACSC Tournament in Bangkok, Thailand

• Boys Basketball – 7th place at ACSC Tournament in Manila, Philippines

• Girls Basketball – 5th place at ACSC in Taiwan

• Girls Softball – Island Champs and third in state

• Boys Volleyball - 7th place at the ACSC Tournament in Hong Kong, China

• Girls Soccer - 4th place at the ACSC tournament here in Penang

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Dalat Athletics Booster Club

Dalat’s Athletic Booster Club under the leadership of President Mrs. Lucinda Lee, Vice President Mrs. Angie Messer, Secretary Mrs. Jenna McIntyre, and Treasurer Mrs. Esther Geh provided great support for Dalat’s athletic teams, coaches and athletes.

In only its second year of existence the Booster Club is already making a significant impact on Dalat’s athletes. Here are some of their accomplishments:

• Christmas Holiday Party hosted by Lucinda and Stephen Lee raised money and awareness for Dalat athletics.

• Provided volunteers at many of the sports tournaments taking place on campus. These volunteers served as referees, scorekeepers, and sold concessions.

• Athletic calendar for the 2014-2015 school year was organized by the Booster Club and sponsored by PenAds Advertising and Crown Relocations. These calendars were given, free of charge, to all Dalat families at this year’s Open House.

• The Gym floor replacement was spearheaded by the Booster Club and raised nearly all the funds needed to replace the floor. The work was completed in September and is being used and enjoyed by all Dalat students.

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Care & Share

• In October we sent a shipment of RM14,000 worth of discontinued Dalat uniforms to Vietnam to outfit about 300 orphaned children.

• We provided backpacks and uniforms to underprivileged families through Timothy of Hope Welfare, Pastor Theva, and Pastor Solomon in December.

• We provided practical gifts for some of the 200 local children at a Christmas party Timothy hosted and some food hampers for families.

• Pastor Theva and his wife run a home for 12 elderly people. At Christmas we supplied some financial support, gift bags, and food supplies.

• Jerry has been homeless for the better part of two years. We have been working to help him with housing and get some support from the government (welfare). He now has a place to live.

• A former Dalat employee and her husband run a church at the Rifle Range and care for more than 500 families. We provided funds for them to purchase umbrellas to give this Christmas.

• We shared the gospel with a family whose father died just before Deepavali. We also provided some funds, encouragement, Bibles, prayer, and school supplies.

• We had Santa bring gifts and visit the Shan Home with students from Dalat who go every week to spend time with them, assisting with homework, playing games, or just loving on them.

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Parent-Teacher Organization

Dalat PTO was led by Elizabeth Graves for the 2013-14 school year. A committee of 20 parents faithfully served and worked hard to encourage community at Dalat.

Some of last year’s accomplishments were:

• weekly caramel and buttered popcorn sales

• PTO BBQ, serving over 500 people

• Family Fun Day, including a balloon arch

• Valentine’s cookie sales

• the first annual JSB dress sale/swap

• the International Food Fair, our biggest event

• a pizza party for grade 3 for winning the Labels for Education competition. Markers, crayons, and colored pencils were purchased with the labels collected.

• teacher appreciation with a Christmas fondue fountain and personalized puzzle of all the staff

• donated RM5,000 towards a new ID Card Printer.

All the money raised by PTO throughout the year is put back into the school. PTO funded BOB books, a printer, athletic mats, grade 5 resources and books, teacher appreciation gifts, new baby gifts for staff, Christmas vouchers for staff to Tesco and Chilis, dinner for dorm kids by Korean moms, a huge donation for the new gym floor, support for the yearbook, and other smaller donations throughout the year.

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TransformedThinkers

Our ideal is students who...• discern the difference between the finite thoughts of man and the transcendent

thoughts of God.

• evaluate their thought patterns and decision-making according to a biblical standard.

Our students will...• understand multiple points of view and integrate information to make informed

decisions.

• apply logical reasoning and complex problem-solving strategies to create viable solutions.

• recognize and address personal biases and prejudices.

• use reflective thinking to evaluate their thought patterns and decision-making.

Dalat International School educates children

in preschool to grade 12. Located in Penang,

Malaysia, Dalat is a leader in international

education and provides an “education for

life” for 565 students from 24 nations. Da-

lat started as a school for missionary kids in

Dalat, Vietnam 85 years ago in 1929. Since

then it has relocated to Bangkok, Thailand

for a year before moving to the Cameron

Highlands, Malaysia in 1966. The school

has been on its current location in Penang

since 1971. The school offers an American,

college-preparatory, biblical world-view cur-

riculum, and its academic and boarding pro-

grams are fully accredited.

DALAT INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLTanjung Bunga 11200 Penang MalaysiaPhone (60-4) 899-2105Fax: (06-4) 890-2141Email: info@dalat.orgWebsite: dalat.org