 Dear Parents, What a wonderful time for a break. As we resume the school year, look forward to the end of winter, and welcome back the light, I hope our students, faculty and families can stay healthy. Please remember to keep your child home if she/he is ill. Preventing the spread of illness will keep our school up and running during this stretch of instruction time. I look forward to seeing smiling faces this week. Warmly, Jen Important Dates: March 2- ASW Open House for prospective families March 8th- ES Parent Tech Connection Meeting (8:45) March 10
March 24- NO School for students- Parent Teacher Conferences March 25- NO School for students- PD Day March 28- NO School for ALL- Easter Monday ---- Mother Tongue Day- A Big Success Thank you to our tireless teachers: Mary Niesłuchowska, Sarah Kemme, and Heidi Laffay for their sponsorship and hard work to launch our first ever Mother Tongue Day in the Elementary School. Parent Partnership
Family Reading Night – March 10 Come enjoy some stories and activities with your child(ren) at our spring Family Reading Night!
AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES REMINDER: Now that the two lovely shows of Annie musical are completed the Drama Production Skills activity is finished. This refers to both Tuesday and Friday drama clubs for grades 1-5. Congratulations to all the participants! Your hard work and perseverance during many months and many rehearsals resulted in a wonderful performance! WINTER SEASON ENDING SOON: Please be reminded that we have just two more weeks left in Winter Season. The season ends on Friday, March 11. The information about the new offer of activities for the new season will be shared soon after. Spring Season will start on April 4. Although the season is almost over, it is still possible to sign up for a few activities where we have some spaces left. Please, remember that we can grant up to two seasonal activities to each student. You can check the list of available activities below: STILL AVAILABLE ACTIVITIES: MONDAY: Roots & Shoots, grades 1-5 MONDAY: Earth Trek, grades 3/4 MONDAY: Dancing, grade 1 MONDAY: Beads, grades 1-3 MONDAY: Indoor Games, grades 1/2 TUESDAY: Tap Dance, grades 1-5 TUESDAY: Story Time, grades 1-2 TUESDAY: String Art, grades 4-5 THURSDAY: Drawing Step by Step, grades 1-2 THURSDAY: Kinder Club, grades PK & K FRIDAY: Salsa Solo, grades 4/5 If you wish to sign up for any of these please send an e-mail to Ms. Kusanovic: [email protected] As always, we remind you to pack an extra snack when your child has an activity as there is no time to go to cafeteria before the start of activities. Also, please remember to pick your child up promptly at the end of the activity as sponsors might have other responsibilities afterwards and should not be expected to stay longer. Students are expected to follow the school code "BE RESPONSIBLE, BE RESPECTFUL, BE SAFE" in the co-curricular program, too. ES Tech News March 8, 2016 Parent Technology Connection - Using Keynote to Create Stunning Presentations On Tuesday, March 8th at 8:45 am, please join Simon May and Kris Sheehan, our ES Technology Coaches in the Teaching and Learning Center for an exciting learning opportunity. During this session, you will learn how to create your own presentations using Keynote. With this tool’s clean and simple interface, you can add text, images, sound and video to any presentation. You can easily add transitions and animation to make your presentation come alive. Keynote is available on the Mac laptop, iPad and iPhone. For this training, we will be using the Mac laptop application. We will provide laptops for those of you who don’t have your own. We are looking forward to another fun and educational session!
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Congratulations to our students and teachers involved in Annie Jr.! What a joyful production on Sunday afternoon. Don’t forget, there is still a chance to see Annie. The last performance will be held tomorrow, Tuesday, February 16th directly after school. Tickets are available at the door. An important reminder for families leaving early for the Winter Holiday next week. Teachers are not required to provide work for students who leave early on vacations. We wish everyone a safe and restful holiday week. School resumes on Monday, February 29th. Warmly, Jen Important Dates: February 16: Elementary Play Annie Jr. (after school) February 19: Mother Tongue Day! February 22-26: Winter Break- No School February 29: School resumes Parent Partnership: AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES ATTENTION REGARDING SWIMMING: There was some confusion about the start of before school Swimming Clubs - this activity is scheduled from 7:30-8:15, however, students should arrive 10-15 min earlier in order to change and be ready to go in the pool at 7:30. It is still possible to sign up for a few activities where we have some spaces left. Please, remember that we can grant up to two seasonal activities to each student. You can check the list of available activities below: STILL AVAILABLE ACTIVITIES: MONDAY: Roots & Shoots, grades 1-5 MONDAY: Earth Trek, grades 3/4 MONDAY: Dancing, grade 1 MONDAY: Beads, grades 1-3 MONDAY: Indoor Games, grades 1/2 TUESDAY: Tap Dance, grades 1-5 TUESDAY: Story Time, grades 1-2 TUESDAY: String Art, grades 4-5 THURSDAY: Drawing Step by Step, grades 1-2 THURSDAY: Kinder Club, grades PK & K FRIDAY: Salsa Solo, grades 4/5 If you wish to sign up for any of these please send an e-mail to Ms. Kusanovic: [email protected] As always, we remind you to pack an extra snack when your child has an activity as there is no time to go to cafeteria before the start of activities. Also, please remember to pick your child up promptly at the end of the activity as sponsors might have other responsibilities afterwards and should not be expected to stay longer. Students are expected to follow the school code "BE RESPONSIBLE, BE RESPECTFUL, BE SAFE" in the co-curricular program, too. Community News Mother Tongue Day in the Elementary School Friday, February 19, 2016 ASW will be celebrating International Mother Language Day on 19 February. It is a day for celebrating all mother tongues. In other words – a day to celebrate language diversity. Supporting language diversity is also about supporting inclusion and acknowledging that language diversity helps to enrich us all; that this diversity of languages is a treasure, not a barrier. This week you will see a growing exhibit showcasing all of the mother languages of our elementary school on display at the ES tower. We hope that you will enjoy this visual representation of ASW’s language diversity. This link will provide more information about the history of International Mother Language Day. Stage Skills Workshop For all artistic enthusiasts in grades 3-8th ! Please try out our first winter break Stage Skills Workshops! Your children will experience different classes in the following artistic areas: dancing and choreography, voice training, building communication skills, drama improvisation, practicing public speaking skills. They will create melodies and lyrics, will make musical instruments and participate in radio-play workshops. They will build strength, speed and and improve body coordination in the gymnastics and acrobatic workshops. When: February 22-26th, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: ASW Age: 3-8th grades Cost: 1200 PLN/ week To sign-up, please fill out the form: https://docs.google.com/a/aswarsaw.org/forms/d/1JFnaUEnM06iH5LqJeyeQnEAfZlF4xqKZEojmqRj87nk/viewform  Dear Parents, Thank you to the PTO for sponsoring our successful “Family Bingo Night.” We had a big turn out with fun, food and prizes. What a nice way to cap off a beautiful Sunday in Warsaw. Please plan to support our Elementary Play: Annie Jr. Over 50 students from Grades 1-5 have been working hard since the start of the year both on and backstage to bring this production to the ASW community. Performances will be in the theatre on Sunday, 14th February at 15:00 and Tuesday, 16th February, after school. Tickets will be available at the door for 10zł. Have a wonderful week. Jen Important Dates: February 14 and 16: Elementary Play Annie Jr.
February 22-26: Winter Break- No School  Parent Partnership AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES ATTENTION REGARDING SWIMMING: There was some confusion about the start of before school Swimming Clubs - this activity is scheduled from 7:30-8:15, however, students should arrive 10-15 min earlier in order to change and be ready to go in the pool at 7:30. It is still possible to sign up for a few activities where we have some spaces left. Please, remember that we can grant up to two seasonal activities to each student. You can check the list of available activities below: STILL AVAILABLE ACTIVITIES: MONDAY: Roots & Shoots, grades 1-5 MONDAY: Earth Trek, grades 3/4 MONDAY: Dancing, grade 1 MONDAY: Beads, grades 1-3 MONDAY: Indoor Games, grades 1/2 TUESDAY: Tap Dance, grades 1-5 TUESDAY: Story Time, grades 1-2 TUESDAY: String Art, grades 4-5 THURSDAY: Drawing Step by Step, grades 1-2 THURSDAY: Kinder Club, grades PK & K FRIDAY: Salsa Solo, grades 4/5 If you wish to sign up for any of these please send an e-mail to Ms. Kusanovic: [email protected] As always, we remind you to pack an extra snack when your child has an activity as there is no time to go to cafeteria before the start of activities. Also, please remember to pick your child up promptly at the end of the activity as sponsors might have other responsibilities afterwards and should not be expected to stay longer. Students are expected to follow the school code "BE RESPONSIBLE, BE RESPECTFUL, BE SAFE" in the co-curricular program, too. Library News We were fortunate to host author David Schwartz last Monday and Tuesday. Students from PreK-Grade 8 had the opportunity to attend his presentations on the wonders of math and nature. Students were highly engaged when he demonstrated how much a million is with progressively larger amounts of popcorn. Thanks very much to the PTO for providing the popcorn! We have a few of the author’s books (now signed) left for sale in the library.  Community News
For all artistic enthusiasts in grades 3-8th ! Please try out our first winter break Stage Skills Workshops! Your children will experience different classes in the following artistic areas: dancing and choreography, voice training, building communication skills, drama improvisation, practicing public speaking skills. They will create melodies and lyrics, will make musical instruments and participate in radio-play workshops. They will build strength, speed and and improve body coordination in the gymnastics and acrobatic workshops. When: February 22-26th, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: ASW Age: 3-8th grades Cost: 1200 PLN/ week To sign-up, please fill out the form: https://docs.google.com/a/aswarsaw.org/forms/d/1JFnaUEnM06iH5LqJeyeQnEAfZlF4xqKZEojmqRj87nk/viewform  Dear Parents, I hope your family is finding ways to stay healthy . Last week we had many out due to illness. As the weather changes, it is normal for us all to feel affected. That said, please remember to keep your child home if he or she is ill. Nothing is harder than learning when you don’t feel well. This week the elementary school will enjoy working with our Visiting Author: David Schwartz. Please see the note below about his visit from our school librarian Miriam James. Have a wonderful week. Jen Important Dates: February 1 and 2: Visit Author David Schwartz is here! February 4: ES Parent Tech Connection Meeting (08:45) February 7: PTO Family Bingo- 4-6 PM February 19: Mother Tongue Day! February 22-26: Winter Break- No School Parent Partnership PYP Parent Meeting Recap: Thank you to the parents who came to our ES PYP Parent Meeting last week. We had strong turn out with excellent parent questions and suggestions posed. Our next PYP Parent Meeting will be March 30, when we will be joined by our new elementary PYP Coordinator, Miranda Rose. (More information will follow.) As promised, here are links from the powerpoint and access to the handout. Handout: PYP Parent Pack- Frequently Asked Questions about the PYP Links to explore: IB Opening Classroom Doors http://professionaldevelopment.ibo.org/ A PYP Classroom https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fPyZpOVZYhU The transition to PYP- Northern Heights School https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fP2nnOmHobs Gems World Academy (Dubai) Sharing the Planet 5yr olds...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eYdB2m3MPKM  Annie Jr. Annie Jr. is based on a famous musical that has been adapted to be performed by children. Set in Depression-era New York City, the plucky heroine has many adventures to find a new life. Along the way, she escapes the clutches of the evil Miss Hannigan and her family, befriends a loveable dog, Sandy, meets President Franklin Roosevelt and captures the heart of billionaire, Oliver Warbucks and his secretary Grace Farrell. Its exciting plot and catchy songs will be enjoyed by adults and children alike. Over 50 grade 1 -5 students have been working hard since the start of the year both on stage and backstage to bring this production to the ASW community. We invite you to the performances in the ASW Theatre on Sunday, 14th February at 15:00 and on Tuesday 16th February, after school. Tickets are available at the door for 10zł. Proceeds will go to Filia Domu Dziecka Nr. 4 na Grodzienskiej for their summer camps. Jane Cameron, Grade 4 Teacher  Library News: Visiting Author- David Schwartz
We are fortunate to host author and "ambassador for math" David Schwartz today and tomorrow (Feb. 1 and 2). All ES students will have the chance to attend presentations by the author. We have books for sale in the library (15 PLN small paperbacks, 30 PLN large paperbacks, and 50 PLN hardcover books). The author will be available for book signing after school from 3:25 - 4:00 PM both days. ES Tech News Tips and Tricks for Managing Your Online Life On Thursday, February 4 at 8:45 am, please join Simon May and Kris Sheehan, our ES Technology Coaches in The Learning Center (near security) for another Parent Technology Connection (PTC) session. In this session, we will discuss privacy settings, iPad safe settings, tools to support a balanced use of technology, and other strategies to manage the online life of both you and your child. Please bring a device if you have one. We look forward to seeing you all! AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES We are starting Week 3 of the Winter Season of activities. It is still possible to sign up for a few activities where we have some spaces left. Please, remember that we can grant up to two seasonal activities to each student. You can check the list of available activities below: ACTIVITIES STILL AVAILABLE: MONDAY: Roots & Shoots, grades 1-5 MONDAY: Earth Trek, grades 3/4 MONDAY: Dancing, grade 1 MONDAY: Beads, grades 1-3 MONDAY: Indoor Games, grades 1/2 TUESDAY: Tap Dance, grades 1-5 TUESDAY: Story Time, grades 1-2 TUESDAY: Before School Swimming, grades 4/5 - 1 last spot left TUESDAY: String Art, grades 4-5 THURSDAY: Kinder Club, grades PK & K FRIDAY: Salsa Solo, grades 4/5 If you wish to sign up for any of these please send an e-mail to Ms. Kusanovic: [email protected] As always, we remind you to pack an extra snack when your child has an activity as there is no time to go to cafeteria before the start of activities. Also, please remember to pick your child up promptly at the end of the activity as sponsors might have other responsibilities afterwards and should not be expected to stay longer. Students are expected to follow the school code "BE RESPONSIBLE, BE RESPECTFUL, BE SAFE" in the co-curricular program, too. Community News Stage Skills Workshop! For all artistic enthusiasts in grades 3-8th ! Please try out our first winter break Stage Skills Workshops! Your children will experience different classes in the following artistic areas: dancing and choreography, voice training, building communication skills, drama improvisation, practicing public speaking skills. They will create melodies and lyrics, will make musical instruments and participate in radio-play workshops. They will build strength, speed and and improve body coordination in the gymnastics and acrobatic workshops. When: February 22-26th, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: ASW Age: 3-8th grades Cost: 1200 PLN/ week To sign-up, please fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/a/aswarsaw.org/forms/d/1JFnaUEnM06iH5LqJeyeQnEAfZlF4xqKZEojmqRj87nk/viewform |
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