Dear Parents, I hope you enjoyed the beautiful spring weather in Warsaw this weekend. It was truly an inspirational way to celebrate the Easter holiday. As we move into more beautiful weather, please be reminded that students who stay after school to play on the playground or in the cafeteria-even if they are waiting for soccer or another activity- must be actively supervised by an adult. Any children who are not supervised will be sent to our pay-for Afterschool Care program. Your support is appreciated. Just a reminder that our new PYP Coordinator Miranda Rose will be here on Wednesday to present to parents. Please plan to join us in the MPR at 8:45. Have a wonderful week! Jen Important Dates: March 30- Miranda Rose (ASW PYP Coordinator 2016-17) Presentation for Parents (8:45 AM) ---- Parent Partnership Parent Conferences: Thank you to many of you who attended Parent Conferences on Thursday. These conferences are an important part of our home-school partnership. We will be analyzing the data we collected on the number of parents who participated on Thursday, March 24 to determine how best to design our future events. Upcoming Library Event Sara Holbrook and Michael Salinger, Performance Poets www.outspokenlit.com High energy performance poets, Sara Holbrook and Michael Salinger, will be performing for all grade levels at ASW the week of April 4-8. Parents are welcome to attend any of the following performances on April 4 in the Theater: 8:30-9:30 MS 10:00-11:00 HS 2:15-3:15 ES AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES SPRING SEASON TO START SOON: Although the deadline to sign up for the Spring Season was Friday, March 25, the link remains open as we still have quite a few activities with spaces left. Some activities, however, are already very full so please DON’T consider the following activitIes: ACTIVITIES WHICH ARE FULL AND CLOSED:
Parents will receive the results of the activities applications this Friday, April 1, via e-mail from the Activities Office. Spring Season starts next week on April 4. If you have any questions about Elementary After-School Activities please e-mail the coordinator Ms. Kusanovic: [email protected] ES Music Concerts The Third Grade Students are happy to invite their parents, families and friends to their music concert. Please join us on Wednesday, April 20th at 2:00pm in the ASW Theatre to see your children sing, play instruments and dance. Student concert clothing: dark bottom with white top. Please feel free to send an email to Mr. Minasz, the music teacher: [email protected] should you have any question. The Fourth Grade Students are happy to invite their parents, families and friends to their music concert. Please join us on Thursday, April 21st at 2:30pm in the ASW Theatre to see your children sing, play instruments and dance. Student concert clothing: dark bottom with white top. Please feel free to send an email to Mr. Minasz, the music teacher: [email protected] should you have any question. Community News: 1st Annual ASW Chess Tournament ASW is very proud and excited to announce that we will host the 1st annual ASW Chess Tournament on April 8 to 9. This endeavor represents a rich integration of the Polish schools' community with the ASW community and commemorates the 90th anniversary of the esteemed Polish Chess Federation. Following the success of the HS Chess Club, which meets every Wednesday in Matt Popovich’s classroom, members of the club, in particular grade 11 student Sebastian Soltysik, forged a relationship with the Polish Chess Federation and Polish Grandmaster Agnieszka Brustman to organize a tournament which will showcase the best and brightest high school players from ASW and around the region. This tournament promises to be one of the more unique and exciting events ASW’s community has ever seen, and we cordially and enthusiastically invite everyone to attend. In the meantime, if you have any questions about this, please do not hesitate to contact Tournament Director Sebastian Soltysik at [email protected] or Stephen Sidaway. ASW Middle School Theatre Presents Bye Bye Birdie Young Performer's Edition Book by Michael Stewart Music by Charles Strouse Lyrics by Lee Adams This year's ASW Middle School production of Bye Bye Birdie is coming to our stage in three short weeks.Bye Bye Birdie is one of the most entertaining and popular Broadway musicals of all time! The story takes place in New York City and Sweet Apple, Ohio in 1958 and tells the story of a rock and roll singer who is about to be inducted into the U.S. Army. The singer, Conrad Birdie, is an Elvis Presley type who is beloved by fanatical teenage fans all across the country. For one final publicity stunt Conrad's manager Albert and his faithful secretary Rose Alvarez make a plan for Birdie to sing a song and give a kiss to one lucky American teenager, Kim MacAfee on live television! The show is loaded with laughs, surprises, and big production numbers. This exciting and colorful show will be brought to life on stage through the incredible talents of 60 singing and dancing middle school students. Please come for some theatrical fun and to support the hard work of our middle school students and staff. Bye Bye Birdie An ASW Middle School Production Monday, April 11th 4:30 - 6:30 Tuesday, April 12th 6:00 - 8:00 Tickets - 20 pln Tickets will be on sale throughout the day in front of the ASW cafeteria beginning Monday, April 4th and continuing through Friday, April 8th. Tickets, if available will also be sold at the door. These shows are sure to sell out so buy your tickets in advance! All proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to charity.
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Dear Parents, This weekend I attended a PYP Administrators course in Birmingham, UK. It was a busy two days. However, at one point I realized, “we can do this!” Part of that confidence was due to the hard work and leadership of our Director of Teaching and Learning, Carol Jordan. Thank you Carol! Speaking of the PYP, please mark your calendars for the upcoming visit of our new PYP Coordinator, Miranda Rose. Miranda will be offering a parent information session on Wednesday, March 30 at 8:45 AM in the MPR. I hope you can join us. This week is very busy. We will welcome the US Ambassador on campus to visit classrooms and to meet with the Administrative team on Wednesday. On Thursday, we expect to see all families for our Parent Teacher and Student-Led Conferences. Finally, on Friday, there is no school for students, however, Faculty and Staff will meet for a day of professional learning. Have a wonderful week! Jen Important Dates: March 18-25- Sign-ups accepted for the Spring Season of after-school activities March 24- NO School for students- Parent or Student-Led Teacher Conferences (Please note: No unsupervised students in the library please.) March 25- NO School for students- PD Day March 28- NO School for ALL- Easter Monday March 30- Miranda Rose (ASW PYP Coordinator 2016-17) Presentation for Parents (8:45 AM, MPR) ---- Parent Partnership Parent Teacher and Student Led Conferences- March 24 During the spring, we take the time to share student progress with you. Details regarding your child’s classroom conference will come directly from the teachers. However, please note that all parents are expected to attend. Conference sign-ups are available HERE until March 22. Specialists (PE, Music, and Art and language teachers) are also available for conferences on these days. After that time, please contact your child’s teachers directly about any changes. Upcoming Library Event
Sara Holbrook and Michael Salinger, Performance Poets www.outspokenlit.com High energy performance poets, Sara Holbrook and Michael Salinger, will be performing for all grade levels at ASW the week of April 4-8. Parents are welcome to attend any of the following performances on April 4 in the Theater: 8:30-9:30 MS 10:00-11:00 HS 2:15-3:15 ES AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES WINTER SEASON COMPLETED, SPRING SEASON SIGN-UPS STARTED: The information about the new offer of activities for the new season was sent to parents via e-mail from the ES Office on Friday, March 18. The deadline to sign up via Moodle is Friday, March 25. Spring Season starts on April 4. If you have any questions about Elementary After-School Activities please e-mail the coordinator Ms. Kusanovic: [email protected] Dear Parents, Thank you to everyone who came out for our 3rd annual Family Reading Night last Thursday. It was a big success, with nearly 200 people in attendance. I would also like to thank Miriam James and Heidi Laffay who organized the event. Who knows, maybe a Family Math Night will be soon on the horizon! As the weather warms up, we will be asking for your help with supervision after school. All elementary aged students- even those within walking distance of school- must be actively supervised by an adult. Your partnership is required to ensure our school cafeteria, playground and hallways are appropriately used after the school day is complete. Warmly, Jen Important Dates: March 16- Grade 2 Music Concert (1:45 start) March 24- NO School for students- Parent or Student-Led Teacher Conferences March 25- NO School for students- PD Day March 28- NO School for ALL- Easter Monday March 30- Miranda Rose (ASW PYP Coordinator 2016-17) Presentation for Parents (MPR at 8:45 AM) ---- Parent Partnership Parent Teacher and Student Led Conferences- March 24 During the spring, we take the time to share student progress with you. Details regarding your child’s classroom conference will come directly from the teachers. However, please note that all parents are expected to attend. Conference sign-ups are available HERE until March 24. Specialists (PE, Music, and Art and language teachers) are also available for conferences on these days. After that time, please contact your child’s teachers directly about any changes. AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES WINTER SEASON HAS ENDED: Please be reminded that the Winter Season of elementary after-school activities has ended on Friday, March 11. The information about the new offer of activities for the new season will be coming out soon. Spring Season starts on April 4. We had a few cancellations during the season and these classes will be made up this week. Here is the schedule of activities which continue after March 11: ACTIVITIES CONTINUING AFTER MARCH 11: All YEARLONG ACTIVITIES will continue as scheduled: French, Pierogi Bowl Jr., Pierogi Bowl Sr., choirs, Orf Ensemble, Math Olympiad, The Story of US, Student Council MONDAY: Chess Club - ends on March 14 MONDAY: Roots & Shoots - ends on March 14 MONDAY: Indoor Games - ends on March 14 TUESDAY: Beginning Acrobatics - ends on March 15 THURSDAY: Chess Club - ends on March 17 THURSDAY: Library Club - ends on March 17 THURSDAY: Drawing Step by Step - ends on March 17 If you have any questions about Elementary After-School Activities please e-mail the coordinator Ms. Kusanovic: [email protected] Community News: Rock'n'Rota happens for the third time this year on March 18 at 6:30. Come hear some great hard rockin' music from our HS and MS bands. Tickets are 15 zł at the door. All proceeds are going toward continuing music equipment purchases for the District Group of Family Assistance Facilities in Konstancin. Chris Celinski MS & HS Music [email protected] Dear Parents,
Just like our students, I continue to learn how to learn. This weekend I participated in a workshop in Hannover, Germany about the “Power of Inquiry.” Kath Murdoch, better known as the “Queen of Inquiry Learning” led 80 teachers from around the world in sessions focused on developing school-wide and classroom-based inquiry models. Inquiry is the driver of all high-quality PYP programs. It is exciting to be part of this journey at ASW. Please remember to mark your calendars for our new PYP Coordinator, Miranda Rose’s, visit, March 30. We have several opportunities to develop community this week. First of all, Family Reading Night on Thursday, March 10th is a wonderful way to connect as a community around the importance of reading to our children. To generate spirit about this event, students are welcome to come to school in their Pajamas on Thursday. Then on Friday, March 11th, all students are welcome to wear their red Warrior T-shirts to school to show our Elementary support for the CEESA Basketball tournament here at ASW this weekend. Thank you for all you do to partner with us as parents. Warmly, Jen Important Dates: March 8th- ES Parent Tech Connection Meeting (8:45) March 10
March 16- Grade 2 Music Concert (1:45 start) March 24- NO School for students Parent Teacher Conferences (PK-K) Student-Led Conferences (Grade 1-5) March 25- NO School for students- PD Day March 28- NO School for ALL- Easter Monday March 30- Miranda Rose (ASW PYP Coordinator 2016-17) Presentation for Parents (8:45 AM) ---- Parent Partnership Family Reading Night – March 10 Come enjoy some stories and activities with your child(ren) at our spring Family Reading Night!
The ES Student Council invites students to wear their favorite cozy pajamas to school on Thursday, March 10 to celebrate the warm community spirit of ASW's Family Reading Night that evening, 6:00-7:30 pm. Let's have some fun in anticipation of an evening of fabulous stories! (Wearing PJ's to school is a choice and not intended to be mandatory.) Thank you, The ES Student Council AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES ATTENTION: LIBRARY CLUB CANCELLED THIS THURSDAY, March 10. Ms. James will be busy organizing Family Reading Night that day. INVITATION: TAP DANCE PERFORMANCE - The Tap Dance teachers Ms. Olszewska and Ms. Kolakowska would like to invite all the parents of the participating students as well as any other interested members of the community to the last Tap Dance class of the season to see a short students' performance in which the students will show what they have learned in this activity. Please join us on Tuesday, March 8th, at 4:20 pm in the ASW Theater. We hope you can attend. The performance will be 10 minutes long. Parents, please make sure that the participating children wear black pants and a red/black top. LAST WEEK OF WINTER SEASON: Please be reminded that this is the last week of activities 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. We had a few cancellations during the season and these classes will be made up after the season ends. Here is the schedule of activities which will continue after March 11: ACTIVITIES CONTINUING AFTER MARCH 11: All YEARLONG ACTIVITIES will continue as scheduled: French, Pierogi Bowl Jr., Pierogi Bowl Sr., choirs, Orf Ensemble, Math Olympiad, The Story of US, Student Council MONDAY: Chess Club - ends on March 14 MONDAY: Roots & Shoots - ends on March 14 MONDAY: Indoor Games - ends on March 14 THURSDAY: Chess Club - ends on March 17 THURSDAY: Library Club - ends on March 17 THURSDAY: Drawing Step by Step - ends on March 17 If you have any questions about Elementary After-School Activities please e-mail the coordinator Ms. Kusanovic: [email protected] 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. In addition to presentations, you can also use Keynote to create simple slideshows to capture an event, posters or flyers, digital or print books, and even collages. 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! Community News: Rock'n'Rota happens for the third time this year on March 18 at 6:30. Come hear some great hard rockin' music from our HS and MS bands. Tickets are 15 zł at the door. All proceeds are going toward continuing music equipment purchases for the District Group of Family Assistance Facilities in Konstacin. Chris Celinski MS & HS Music [email protected] 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! Dear Parents,
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 First Grade Fun in the Snow! Dear Parents,
This week we will have student-teachers on campus learning from us. These adults are beginning their journey into teaching and are eager to see a “real” classroom in action. We are happy to provide that opportunity for them. What better place to be than ASW? I hope to see you on Wednesday morning for our PYP Parent Meeting. A follow-up meeting will be held at the end of March when our new PYP Coordinator, Miranda Rose is here. Finally, a big thank you to the PTO for the Quiz Night on Saturday. It was a fun community event. Have a wonderful week. Jen Parent Partnership Important Dates: January 18: Winter After School Activities begin January 27: ES Parent Information Meeting- What is the PYP? (08:45) MPR January 27-28: ES Grade 5 Book Swap February 4: ES Parent Tech Connection Meeting (08:45) Book Swap: The 5th Grade Book Swap continues this week. The collection of used books and ticket distribution allowing students to select new (used) books will take place through the January 26th. The actual book swap will take place on Jan 27th and 28th. 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, 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 Winter Season of activities started last week. If your child is on the waiting list for some of his/her choices, you can still 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: Arts & Crafts, grades PK/K 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 THURSDAY: Cooking Club, grades PK & K - adding 4 more spots 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 University of Warsaw first year graduate student visit: On Monday, Jan 25, 21 first year graduate students will be spending the day in our ES, primarily to observe how we teach literacy through the Balanced Literacy workshop model. Small groups of 3-4 will be spending blocks of time quietly observing and taking notes. The University of Warsaw has a well established relationship with ASW supporting the development of pedagogical teaching practices. PTO Weekly Newsletter Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) ENotes LINK http://www.aswarsaw.org/community/parents/pto-enotes/index.aspx Dear Parents, Our first week back in 2016 went very well. Students are connected, happy and learning. Please note, I will be in London at the teacher recruitment fair this Thursday and Friday. Once recruiting is complete I will be able to share information about our new teachers for the 2016-17 school year. Of course, the Elementary Office remains ready to serve you: Tanya, Karen, Dorota and Zuzanna can help with anything you need while I’m away. I would like to invite you to a parent informational session specifically about the PYP on Wednesday, January 27 at 08:45 in the MPR. In March, we will have a second meeting with our PYP Coordinator for 2016-17, MIranda Rose, who will be visiting Warsaw. Finally, please remember to attend and enjoy the PTO quiz night at the Blue Cactus restaurant Saturday evening, January, 23. It will be a fun-filled good time. Warmly, Jen Parent Partnership: Important Dates: January 18: Winter After School Activities begin January 20: ASW Open House for prospective families January 23: PTO sponsored ASW Quiz Night January 27: ES Parent Information Meeting- What is the PYP? (08:45) January 27-28: Grade 5 Book Swap February 4: ES Parent Tech Connection Meeting (08:45) We are all Warriors! Our start to school was very smooth. New students were welcomed and cared for by our community of learners. Each new student was provided a red “Warrior” t-shirt. These shirts were given to all elementary students in October. On specific, upcoming dates, we will encourage all students to wear our Warrior shirts to school. If you find you need another shirt for your child, please stop by the ES Office. We are selling them for 20 zloty. We are all Warriors! 5th Grade Book Swap Dear Everyone, The 5th grade book swap is an opportunity to exchange your old books for used new-to-you books. When you turn in three used books you receive one ticket that you can then exchange for a book at our book swap. The fifth grade students are working hard to create skits, PSA videos, and even puppet shows to promote this important charity event. In addition, they will be coming around to your classes to collect books and pass out tickets. It is important to note that the used books must be in good condition with no writing inside and no torn or missing pages. Our tough “book inspectors” will check your books carefully to make sure the books are up to standard. We will only give tickets for books written in English and Polish. All other books in other languages can only be donated for free and will not be exchanged for tickets. The collection and ticket distribution will take place from January 20th through the 26th and the book swap will take place on Jan 27th and 28th. All proceeds from the sales of books will be donated to the Warsaw Children’s Hospice. We look forward to working with you. Thanks, Mike Avery (Grade 5 Team Leader) See below for a video about the book swap. It was created by Ryan Cokerdem-DePriest in Grade 5. AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES Winter Season of activities starts today, January 18. Acceptance letters for Winter Season were sent from Moodle on Friday at the end of the school day. If your child is on the waiting list for some of his/her choices, you can still sign up for a few activities where we have some spaces left. Please, check the list of those below: ACTIVITIES STILL AVAILABLE: MONDAY: Roots & Shoots, grades 1-5 MONDAY: Earth Trek, grades 3/4 MONDAY: Arts & Crafts, grades PK/K MONDAY: Dancing, grade 1 MONDAY: Beads, grades 1-3 MONDAY: Indoor Games, grades ½ MONDAY: Chess Club, grades 4/5 – 1 spot left! MONDAY: Table Tennis, grades 4/5 – 1 spot left! TUESDAY: Tap Dance, grades 1-5 TUESDAY: Story Time, grades 1-2 TUESDAY: Before School Swimming, grades 4/5 - 3 spots left TUESDAY: Pierogi Bowl Junior, grades 2-3 - 1 spot left! TUESDAY: String Art, grades 4-5 THURSDAY: Kinder Club, grades PK & K THURSDAY: Drawing & Puzzles, grades 1-2 - 1 spot left! 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 ASW Dance Classes ASW is pleased to announce that Joanna and Chris Ernest plan to start the following dance programs on Fridays after school. The dance classes will start on January 29, 2016.
Any questions- please contact Stephen Sidaway ([email protected]) https://docs.google.com/a/aswarsaw.org/forms/d/1F2JxcK60iklK0PX1Xil2oX_1tt3Fn93TX3dQbiv0YfM/viewform Rock n' Rota Our second Rock'n'Rota of the year happens this Friday Jan 22 from 6:30 until 8:00 PM. 10 MS and HS bands will be playing for the benefit of Poland's largest charity the "Wielka Orkiestra Świątecznej Pomocy". Tickets are 15 PLN at the door. Come and spend a rocking Friday evening with us! Chris Celinski MS & HS Music Theater Manager PTO Weekly Newsletter Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) ENotes LINK http://www.aswarsaw.org/community/parents/pto-enotes/index.aspx |
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