School Board

The BIS Board of Directors is a group of dedicated BIS parents who have made the decision to serve the school and its community. The Board is comprised of seven members who serve for three years. As per Board policy, there can only be two members serving simultaneously that represent the same nationality. To join the Board, potential members must submit a letter of application; the voting takes place during the Foundation Meeting that takes place during the second semester.

At the end of the 2022 - 2023 academic year, the Board of Directors will be searching for a new volunteer to serve the school community. If this role is of interest to you, please reach out to our Head of School at: head@bisedu.or.id.

Board Update April 2023
Board Update February 2023

Board Update April 2023

Dear BIS Dragons Community,

On behalf of the Board, Selamat Hari Raya Idul Fitri. Mohon maaf lahir dan batin. I wish everyone in the community a restful and joyful break. Also, good luck to the Swim, Badminton, and Cross Country teams as they participate in IISSAC next weekend. I've personally seen all the hard work students have put into their respective sports, and you all should be proud!

Last weekend, the Board, Dr. Berry, and Ms. Marci participated in a Board training centered around understanding the roles of the Board and Head of School. One of the main purposes of the training was for the Board to learn more about its role in governance in relation to the Head of School's role in operations. However, the takeaway for me is that any successful Board-HoS relationship requires teamwork, transparency, and a shared commitment to the school's guiding statements. I mean it when I say that I believe the school is in good hands.

This leads me to my next announcement. As two Board members will soon be stepping down, we are looking to add two parents from the community who believe they can contribute in this role. What does it take to be a Board member? In short, a potential Board member should be/have:

A current parent and active community member
A commitment to the school's vision, mission, and values
Experience in various Board responsibilities including marketing, development, facilities management, finance/accounting, and/or policy
A willingness to support the Head of School and unite the community to make BIS the best it can be for students

A Board member's commitment is to a 3-year term, the maximum service time being two terms. Board members attend an annual retreat, monthly Board meetings, and contribute to at least one additional committee. If you're interested in finding out more about being a Board member, please contact me at roger.lam@bisedu.or.id. I believe that what makes BIS special is the community and that a particular strength is the Board can only comprise parents of current students.

That's it for this month. Wishing everyone a wonderful Lebaran break.

Warm Regards,
Roger Lam
Board Chair

Board Update February 2023

Dear BIS Dragons Community,

The secondary students just returned from the annual Outreach trips. I am so glad that our secondary students get to have these once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Not only are they filled with fun and adventure, but the service and learning components make these trips truly special. Thank you so much to the teachers who coordinated and led the outreaches!

On behalf of the Board, I'd like to provide the community with updates about what we are working on behind the scenes, together with Dr. Michael Berry and the SLT:

The Campus Redevelopment Committee is looking at investing in a number of improvements and expansions both in the coming year and in the future as we seek to grow the school. Among projects at the top of the list are 1) new science lab; 2) expansion of the library that will add classroom space; and 3) a new EC playground.

The Marketing Committee is working hard on increasing the digital footprint and notoriety of our excellent school. Among the current initiatives are increased functionality in the website (alumni page, merchandise store, and donation page) and hiring a marketing director who can help us increase awareness about Bandung Independent School as the premier school in Bandung.

The Policy Committee has diligently written and edited FIVE policies for accreditation and governance purposes. Hours and hours of work have gone into writing these policies that are not only important for accreditation but also for the safe and proper running of our school.
The Development Committee is a brand new committee that we have formed in accordance with the guidance of the National Association of Independent Schools. The Development Committee, in cooperation with the CRC and Marketing Committees, is charged with the other income streams outside of tuition: facilities rentals, capital campaigns, and other initiatives for the financial well-being and expansion of the school for the future.

As you can see, we have much work to do. Being a community school, we are also a parent-volunteer Board. If you have a desire to volunteer your time in any of these areas, please let us know. We very much value parent participation and collaboration.

Warm Regards,

Roger Lam
Board Chair