Dear Parents,
Happy Thanksgiving! At this time of year it is wonderful to have the reminder to be thankful for all that is good in our lives and for the opportunities we have to be part of the AISC Community. I would like to express our heartfelt appreciation to all of you who make this community so special - parents, teachers and students. Your addition of daily smiles and gratitude makes it a pleasure for all of us to be here every day, and we thank each and every one of you.
As Ralph Marston said “What if you gave someone a gift, and they neglected to thank you for it-would you be likely to give them another? Life is the same way. In order to attract more of the blessings that life has to offer, you must truly appreciate what you already have.”
Grade 3 - 5 Art Exhibition
Students and teachers from Grades 3-5 as well as Mr Ken and Ms Priya cordially invite you to view and enjoy a sampling of artworks created from the first half of the school year. These works will be on display in the lobby of the FAC (the Middle and High School Fine Arts Center) from Monday, December 5th through to Friday, December 9th.
Christmas Tree Lighting
A reminder that our Elementary Choir will be performing at the Hyatt Regency at 6pm on Monday 5 December, as part of the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. The hotel is generously providing food and soft drinks, and we look forward to welcoming our families there. Children who are performing in the choir will travel together by bus to the Hyatt Regency, and families will take children home directly after the ceremony.
Hour of Code
Hour of code will be celebrated December 5-9. According to code.org, "There are over 8,079 events around the world in over 180 countries. To date, over 100 million students have participated, and girls in particular are being given a greater opportunity to learn programming than ever before." Last year, students in grades 1-4 participated in Hour of Code. We are hoping to get even more participation this year. During hour of code, students will participate at their pace in online tutorials learning the basics of computer programming. Learning to program requires students to use thinking skills, pay attention to details, patience, the ability to predict an outcome and much more. Bill Gates states, "Learning to write programs stretches your mind, and helps you think better, creates a way of thinking about things that I think is helpful in all domains.”
ES Parent Coffee
On Tuesday 13 December we will have our next Elementary Parent Coffee where we will have time to discuss ideas, projects and initiatives the Elementary School has been working on this year, and invite parents to offer feedback. We look forward to welcoming you in the BBT at 8.45am - 9.45am.
On Tuesday 13 December we will have our next Elementary Parent Coffee where we will have time to discuss ideas, projects and initiatives the Elementary School has been working on this year, and invite parents to offer feedback. We look forward to welcoming you in the BBT at 8.45am - 9.45am.
Student Council Toy Drive
The holiday season is upon us once again! The ES Student Council has started the fifth annual Holiday Toy Drive. The Toy Drive began on Monday, Nov. 14 and goes through Friday, Dec. 2.
We are collecting clean and gently used unwanted games, toys, or books for children in local orphanages that need holiday cheer. Students are asked to place the donated items into the box in their homeroom.
Thank you in advance for your support. Please do not hesitate to contact our student council advisors, Ms Pam, Ms Deanna and Ms Nicole if you have any questions or concerns.
Upcoming Dates For Your Calendar
Thur 24 - Fri 25 November Thanksgiving Holiday
Monday 5 December Christmas Tree Lighting at the Hyatt Regency 6:00p.m
Mon 5 - Fri 9 December Grades 3-5 Art Exhibition (FAC Atrium)
Wednesday 7 December Early Release Wednesday (2.00pm dismissal)
Tuesday 13 December ES Parent Coffee (BBT 8.45 - 9.45am)
Wednesday 14 December Grades PreK - 2 Winter Concert 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Thursday 15 December Grades 3 - 5 Winter Concert 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Friday 16 December Last day of School before the Winter Break (regular school hours)
Happy Holidays everyone! Enjoy this time together and remember to be thankful!
Warmly,
Keryn Dowling
Warmly,
Keryn Dowling