The Dominican International School Library welcomes students to the library and encourages them to use the resources available. The library helps every member of the school community — students, staff, and families — gain new knowledge, skills and dispositions for learning and personal development that they will use throughout their lives.
The DIS library is uniquely positioned to take a school — and curriculum-wide view of resourcing and technology for learning. Library staff have a broad knowledge of inquiry models, information texts and tools, and literature to suit students at all levels. They also work with individual staff and students to understand their particular information or reading needs, then help them access the materials they need.
"The school library provides information and ideas that are fundamental to functioning successfully in today's information and knowledge-based society. The school library equips students with lifelong learning skills and develops the imagination, enabling them to live as responsible citizens."
International Federation of Library Association's (IFLA) Manifesto (1999)
The library’s physical and digital spaces connect readers and learners to their peers, within the school and the wider community, or even globally. The library welcomes people in and provides a safe space for them to be. This is true of both the physical and virtual library environments. With a flexible multi-use approach, your library’s physical space enables a range of activities including quiet reading, study, and collaboration.
ProQuest Central Student is a multidisciplinary resource that brings together many of ProQuest's most important, complete databases in science, technology, education, social sciences, humanities, and news. This database solves the problem of preparing students for college level academics by giving them access to a variety of sources, types of content, and multiple subjects using an interface that is widely used in higher education and prep schools.
Britannica Group is one of the worldwide leaders in education, knowledge, and information. Their Encyclopaedia Britannica and Merriam-Webstger imprimaturs provide students, teachers, researchers, and casual learners with reliable, lively, and relevant school curricula, and trustworthy information on subjects ranging from language and sicence, history and the arts. Students can rely on Britannica to provide safe and trusted content through their suite of education products that support curiosity and discovery on thousands of topics that align with curriculum standards.
After assessment of reading ability given by adaptive reading test, SmartReading will recommend books which suit learner's level. Learners can further establish their own Reading Plan after they choose the books they are interested in, and gradually develop a habit of reading by recording their reading status systematically.
SmartReading is an adaptive reading for self-regulated readers. It provides the world most advanced diagnostic assessment of Chinese competence and the most accurate text readability analysis model that analyzes the difficulty of the books. Combine the adaptive test scale with the text difficulty scale to provide the best indicators for teachers and learners to help achieve the highest benefits in teaching and learning.
After assessment of reading ability given by adaptive reading test, SmartReading will recommend books which suit learner's level. Learners can further establish their own Reading Plan after they choose the books they are interested in, and gradually develop a habit of reading by recording their reading status systematically.
Quizlet is the world's largest student and teacher online learning community. It is a web-based tool that allows users to create study tools such as interactive flashcards, tests, and study games. With Quizlet, students can choose their own “Study Mode.” This allows activity content to be migrated from flashcards to matching games to ls types of study games easily and responsively. Quizlet activities can also be embedded easily into course management systems.
Raz-Plus is a blended learning platform that provides effective teacher-led instruction, developmentally appropriate reading practice, formative assessment, and data-driven reporting to improve the reading skills of every student, at every level. Furthermore, it enhances reading instructions, provides a personalized reading library and determine future instruction.
Scholastic Learning Zone is a browser-based platform that allows teachers and students to access their subscriptions to different Scholastic educational resources. It is designed for customers with Scholastic subscriptions.
The Online Writing Lab (OWL) at Purdue University houses writing resources and instructional material. It provides as a free service of the Writing Lab. Users worldwide will find information to assist with many writing projects. Teachers and trainers may use this material for in-class and out-of-class instruction.
These OWL resources will help you learn how to use the Modern Language Association (MLA) citation and format style. This section contains resources on in-text citation and the Works Cited page, as well as MLA sample papers, slide presentations, and the MLA classroom poster.
The Dominican International School Guidance and Counseling Program endeavors to make a POSITIVE INFLUENCE in the lives of our students in PARTNERSHIP with parents, teachers, staff and community. Our program offers COMPREHENSIVE, PREVENTIVE and DEVELOPMENTAL services addressing students’ PERSONAL, SOCIAL ACADEMIC, CAREER AND GLOBAL competencies necessary for their growth toward lifelong learning and success.
The delivery system describes activities, lessons and other areas in which counselors deliver the program. School counselors use the four components below to systemically deliver the program.
The school counseling and guidance program is a part of the total school program and complements learning in the classroom. It is child-centered, preventive, and developmental. The program encourages students' social, emotional, and personal growth at each stage of their development. The purpose of counseling students, parents, and teachers is to help students maximize their potential. The school counselor also conducts guidance lessons; consults with parents, teachers, and other professionals; and coordinates student services in the school. This counseling and guidance program provides students with assistance in:
Counseling is considered as the heart of the guidance program. It is a collaborative effort between the counselor and client. School counselors’ help students identify goals and potential solutions to problems which cause emotional turmoil; seek to improve communication and coping skills; strengthen self-esteem; and promote behavior change and optimal mental health. It is conducted with students and parents individually and in small groups when requested and determined appropriate. It is short-term, voluntary, and confidential.
Counselors collaborate with other school and district staff to select testing and appraisal programs that help students identify their abilities, aptitudes, achievements, and interests. In addition to test data, other sources of appraisal information include interviews, biographical summaries, academic records, anecdotal records, personal data forms, and records of past experiences. Counselors have knowledge of the principles, practices, and limitations of test data, and are ethically bound to treat assessment data as confidential, so that only those with a need to know have access to the information. Counselors should not have the responsibility of coordinating and administering the testing program in their school. Their role is to interpret the test data and provide input to administration.
This service underscores the fact that other people’s opinions and decisions may have a positive impact on the program. It is, therefore, important for the guidance counselor to consult parents, legal guardians, homeroom and subject teachers, Discipline Committee, Administration and staff who are involved with the counselees welfare. This will give the counsellor an opportunity to ascertain various changes in behavior that might have occurred. Such consultations may also demand referral. The consulting service supports the fact that collective decision-making and problem exploration allow for more objectivity. The counselor has to promote relations with community agencies, which helps to establish contacts and effective communication channels. Once channels of communication are open, it is easy to exchange information and ideas with other stakeholders. Consultation with teachers is an important means of increasing teacher awareness of issues their students face.
Since some problems and concerns are beyond the capability of the school counselor, it is important to establish a referral network. This should consist of a team of well-trained and skilled professionals who have expertise in assisting referred individuals. Referral does not imply the guidance counselor might have failed, but signifies strength on the part of the counselor, who recognizes his/her limitations, and explores opportunities to maximize the help he/she can offer. Counselees should be well informed about referral services, which include social workers, doctors, psychiatrists, psychologists, priests, police and others.
Research and evaluation are designed to determine the effectiveness of a guidance program. Further, they provide the counselors with the opportunity to be resourceful and independent. Evaluation and research encourage counselors to continue to find solutions to the problems of their clients. It is through active research that counsellors or guidance teachers can upgrade their programs, to ensure that they address the needs of the clients.
The Guidance and Counseling Office is in collaboration with the Community Services Center. The Community Services Center is a non-profit organization that provides a support network of counseling, activities, events, cross-cultural education, and information services to meet the needs of the whole international community in Taipei and throughout Taiwan. The majority of The Center’s services are offered in English. It welcomes all members of the international community regardless of race, nationality or religion. Their services and programs include:
The Guidance and Counseling Office works in partnership with Taiwan Suicide Prevention Center (TSPC). It was founded in December 2005, which is under the contract to the Taiwan Department of Health and operated by Taiwanese Society of Suicidology (TSOS). Their mission is to prevent suicide through enhancing the efficiency of care delivery system networks nationwide and coordinating the efforts among the government and non-government organizations in Taiwan.
The Dominican International School University counselor guides the students throughout their four years of High School. Counselors meet with students during homeroom periods to review course requirements, develop appropriate 4-year academic plans, and acquaint students with the various resources available to them.
Juniors are informed about college board testing and the college selection and application process. Students will compile a list of colleges to visit over the Internet. An admission officer of a college or university may also be invited to serve as a resource person.
Seniors are given an overview of the college process, including College Board testing, college and interviewing, and completion of a sample application. Students participate in a workshop to help them write their college essay. Other seminar sessions cover financial aid, stress management, refining a list of schools, and how to present oneself in a college interview.
BridgeU helps DIS counselor and teachers to manage their university and University Pathways Program and simplify the global university application process. It drive better outcomes for our students and deliver better results for DIS. It combines career exploration tools with personalized university & course matching to help students make informed decisions about their future.
BridgeU’s matching tools, university exploration pages and university and course-matching capabilities make it easy for students to uncover their best-fit courses and universities around the globe. They partner with universities across the world to deliver exclusive content, events and networking opportunities for international schools, counsellors & students. To visit their website, please click here.
The TOEFL iBT Test, administered via the Internet, is an important part of students journey to study in an English-speaking country. In addition to the test, the ETS TOEFL Program provides tools and guides to help you prepare for the test and improve your English-language skills.
The TOEFL iBT test measures your ability to use and understand English at the university level. And it evaluates how well you combine your listening, reading, speaking and writing skills to perform academic tasks.
Advanced Placement (AP) is a program of college-level courses offered at many high schools. Courses are available in many subject areas, including English, history, humanities, languages, math, psychology and science. The focus is not on memorizing facts and figures. It's on engaging discussions, approaching and solving problems together and learning to write well. You'll get to study fascinating topics and ideas. AP courses can help you gain the skills and study habits you'll need to be successful in college. You'll improve your writing, problem-solving, time-management skills, and learn how to stay focused on your work and goals. Research shows that AP courses help students graduate from college in four years and qualify for scholarships. AP courses can also help you get accepted into college. It's less about taking the easy classes and earning an "A" than it is about showing colleges that you're willing to take a challenging class, even if it lowers your grade point average. This makes you stand out in the admission process. It also shows that you are taking the initiative to prepare yourself for college-level work.
The Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT), measures high school students' general educational development and their capability to complete college-level work with the multiple choice tests covering four skill areas: English, mathematics, reading, and science. The optional Writing Test measures skill in planning and writing a short essay. Specifically, ACT states that its scores provide an indicator of "college readiness," and that scores in each of the subtests correspond to skills in entry-level college courses in English, algebra, social science, humanities, and biology.
The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is the world’s most popular English language proficiency test for higher education and global migration, with over 2 million tests taken in the last year.
IELTS assesses all of your English skills — reading, writing, listening and speaking, and is designed to reflect how you will use English at study, at work, and at play, in your new life abroad.
It is the most widely accepted English language test that uses a one-on-one speaking test to assess your English communication skills. This means that you are assessed by having a real-life conversation with a real person. This is the most effective and natural way of testing your English conversation skills.
The School Clinic is a place within the school campus wherein primary care is rendered to a sick patient - First Aid and initial nursing assessments are given during emergent situation. Since schools bring large numbers of students and staff together, prudence dictates that—as in any workplace—a system must be in place to deal with such issues as first aid, medical emergencies, and detection of contagious conditions that could spread a group situation.
We envision a healthy and health-conscious school community.
To conduct health care services with the highest standards of professionalism guided by the love of work, commitment, and utmost competence.
| M E A L | Cost per semester (tentative) |
| Chinese / Western 供應中餐 / 西餐。 | NT$ 13,050 |
For more information and to register please contact?
| Service Plan | Per Semester |
| One-way Trip (單程) | NT$ 16,500 |
| Two-way Trip (來回) | NT$ 25,500 |
We aspire to be a department of professional excellence recognized for our outstanding customer services that serves DIS Taipei community with integrity and the highest ethical principles of our profession.
The Office of the DIS Registrar is always in support of the mission, vision and ESLRs/SLOs of the school. It is our mission to serve the entire DIS Taipei community efficiently and ethically. We partner in the educational process and support both academic progress and student retention.
The Office of the Registrar is responsible for maintaining and protecting all academic records. Both currently enrolled students and alumni may request official documents such as transcripts, certificates, and other related records by following the procedures outlined below.
| Procedure 程序： | |
|---|---|
| Step | |
| 1 | Get the Official Document Request Form (green form) from the Receptionist 向總機／接待人員拿取申請表單 |
| 2 | Sign the Official Document Request Form (green form) with the Registrar 向註冊組填寫申請表單 |
| 3 | Proceed to the Cashier to pay related fees 至出納組繳交相關費用 |
| 4 | Return the Official Document Request Form, with payment receipt attached, to the Registrar 將申請表單和費用收據一併交回至註冊組 |
| 5 | Collect documents from the Registrar after 3-5 working days. 三到五個工作天後可向註冊組領取文件 |
Please note: Senior Graduates, please provide a copy of the official transcript to the Guidance Office for University Applications.
請注意：十二年級畢業生需提供一份正式成績單至輔導室以利大學申請手續。
For current students/current graduating Kindergarten, Middle School, or High School students/alumni/students who withdraw from DIS or transfer to another school.
在校生/校友/轉出本校之學生
Related fees: (Please note the mailing fees are not included)
相關費用（不含郵資）
| Procedure 程序： | |
|---|---|
| Document / Certificate 文件/證明書 | Fees 費用 |
| Transcript of Records 學年成績單 | NT$100/per copy (Lower School, Middle School & High School forms) 一份新臺幣100元 |
| Certificates 證明書 | NT$100/per copy (Certificates of Attendance, Class Rank, Graduation Candidacy, and other related documents) 一份新臺幣100元（在學證明、班級排名、畢業證明及其他相關文件) |
| Certified True Copy 副本認證 | NT$50/per copy 一份新臺幣50元 |
| Transfer of Credentials 轉學相關文件及證明 / Graduation Credentials 畢業相關文件 | NT$300 (including Transcript of Records of years attended, Certificates of Attendance, Verification of Medium of Instruction, and other related documents from previous schools) 新臺幣300元（內含就讀期間之成績單、在學證明、教學語言證明及以前學校之其他相關文件） |
| Report Card 成績單 | NT$100/per copy 一份新臺幣100元 |
For more information please contact us.
Coney Catalan-Pido, M.A. Ed.We are the standard of service excellence in Dominican International School Taipei.
A Gospel-centered department of professionals that provides holistic assistance and support to all members of the DIS Taipei Community.
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