Friday, December 18, 2020

Dear Parents,

We want to wish all of our departing students all the best in their new school. For families in Chennai and all across the world, we hope that you have a restful, relaxing, and enjoyable winter break. Happy Holidays and we will see you in the new year. 

 Important Dates

Date	Time	Event	Details
January 11, 2021		First day of the 2nd semester

 

Report Cards Emailed Today

Your child’s report card was emailed home to you today. If you did not receive it, please let the ES Office know (esoffice@aischennai.org). 

 

Winter Reading Challenge

Are you looking for ways to support your child's reading over the holiday break? Look no further than the library's winter reading challenge! This activity offers the most important thing children need to build a love of reading - choice! Students in K-5 are invited to play over the break and email their board to Ms. Teena or Ms. Babs when we return to school in January. All students who participate will be recognized. 

 

Take a look at the ES/MS LibGuide to find details and login information for our digital libraries. 

 

Please find below our Winter Reading Challenge and enjoy reading with your child(ren) over the break! Please email Ms. Babs at bbarbara@aischennai.org if you have any questions. 

 

 

ASA Season 2: Showcase

Check out all of the learning and enjoyment students gained while participating in Season 2 ASA’s on the Season 2 Showcase Document!  (click on the raptors to see the links for each activity)

 

ASA Season 3: January 11 - March 6

If you are interested in having your child(ren) of all ages engage in FREE virtual activities for Season 3, please check out the Athletics & Activities Blog for more information and complete the Registration Form.  ASA Season 3 will begin Monday, January 11th and run through March 6th. 

 

Winter Break Jump-Off Camp: January 4 - January 8

If you are interested in having your child(ren) of all ages engage in FREE virtual activities for Winter Break Jump-Off Camp, please fill out the Registration Form.  Winter Jump-Off Camp will begin Monday, January 4th and run through Friday, Jan. 8th. 

 

New Titles in Sora

Wondering what you can read over the break? Sora has the answer! We have recently purchased new titles for staff and families that will be perfect reads over the holidays. Check them all out in the "New Arrivals" collections!

 

 

From the Counselors

The 12 Parent Holiday Wishes

 

12 months of joy knowing that you have amazing children

11 days without multitasking

10 days without technology problems

9 hours to yourself to relax

8 breakfasts made just for you

7 days a week with a bit of laughter

6 unexpected compliments from your children

5 screen free days

4 evenings to read a book or watch exactly what you want to

3 things to be grateful for each day

2 days to exercise whenever it works for you

1 huge thank you from AISC for all your support

 

 

Regards,

Lynn Schneider, Dave Allen, and Elliot Fijman
Elementary School Leadership Team

Friday, December 11, 2020

Dear parents,

Important Dates

Date	Time	Event	Details
December 18		Last day of the semester	Report cards emailed home

 

Winter Reading Challenge

Are you looking for ways to support your child's reading over the holiday break? Look no further than the library's winter reading challenge! This activity offers the most important thing children need to build a love of reading - choice! Students in K-5 are invited to play over the break and email their board to Ms. Teena or Ms. Babs when we return to school in January. All students who participate will be recognized. 

 

Take a look at the ES/MS LibGuide to find details and login information for our digital libraries. 

 

Please find below our Winter Reading Challenge and enjoy reading with your child(ren) over the break! Please email Ms. Babs at bbarbara@aischennai.org if you have any questions. 

 

 

ASA Season 3 

If you are interested in having your child(ren) of all ages engage in FREE virtual activities for Season 3, please check out the Athletics & Activities Blog for more information and complete the Registration Form.  ASA Season 3 will begin Monday, January 11th and run through March 6th. 

 

Winter Break Jump-Off Camp

If you are interested in having your ES & MS child(ren) in FREE virtual activities for Winter Break Jump-Off Camp, please check out the Athletics & Activities Blog for more information and fill out the Registration Form.  Winter Break Jump-Off Camp will begin Monday, January 4th and run through Friday, Jan. 8th. 

 Wellbeing Resources: Newsletter

Please read the Wellbeing Resources Newsletter to find out more about how to support your family’s wellness at home.

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PCA Giving Tree

It's that time of the year again! Christmas is coming - the New Year will soon be upon us.

It is also a time to think of the less privileged members of our community as we provide you with the opportunity to give in the spirit of the holiday.

This year the PCA Giving Tree will be online. In collaboration with the organizations, we have created Amazon wish lists, which enable you to purchase books, craft materials, food, blankets, feeding bowls etc. and it will be delivered directly to the organization.

We have collaborated with organizations that work with children, senior citizens, and animals. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the PCA.

The organizations we are supporting are:

• Atmalayam Senior citizens Homes - in need of basic food and tea
  Link to Amazon wish list

• ARK INDIA Service Society - Orphanage for HIV+ girls
  Link to Amazon wish list

• Blue Cross of India - an animal welfare in need of pet food, collars, feeding/water bowls
  Link to Amazon wish list

• HOPE Foundation Matriculation High School - a local school in need of books and educational materials
  Link to Amazon wish list

• Annai Charitable Trust (Namma Beach Namma Chennai) - in need of blankets and food

Link to Amazon wish list

Have a wonderful weekend.

 

Regards,

Lynn Schneider, Dave Allen, and Elliot Fijman
Elementary School Leadership Team

 

Friday, December 04, 2020

Dear Parents,

Ms. Chandini from Liana Trust presented two successful RISE events for the students emphasizing the importance of taking care of wildlife.Our students asked thoughtful questions about the animals and the work of the organization.  

 

Important Dates

Date	Time	Event	Details
December 18		Last day of the semester

  

Winter Break Jump Off

The Athletics & Activities Department is inquiring into the interests for timings and activities for the Virtual Winter Break Jump-Off Camp (January 4th- January 8th). Please fill out this form to help inform us how to structure a program that meets your family's interests:  Winter Break Jump-Off Camp.

 

From Our Counselors

Thank you to AISC parents….

• For transforming your homes into classrooms

• For being excellent managers of Zoom times and daily schedules

• For educating your children to be open and at ease with different peoples and cultures

• For the keeping up with so many Seesaw messages and emails

• For being role models of resilience and flexibility

• For being amazing tech engineers and advisors

• For teaching the life skill of how to learn

• For balancing work, meals, caretaking, and so much more while also being excellent teachers and parents

We give our heartfelt thanks to you!

 

Wellbeing Resources: Newsletter Please read the Wellbeing Resources Newsletter to find out more about how to support your family’s wellness at home.

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Have an enjoyable weekend.

 

Regards,

Lynn Schneider, Dave Allen, and Elliot Fijman
Elementary School Leadership Team

Thursday, November 26, 2020

Dear Parents,

As we begin the American Thanksgiving Day weekend, we wanted to say how appreciative we are for the support you are giving your child(ren) at this time. Thank you!

 

 

Important Dates 

Date	Time	Event	Details
December 4	Grades 3-5 12:00 p.m. EY-Grade 2 3:00 p.m.	RISE Events	Grades 3-5  Reptile Rescue 12:00 p.m. Zoom Link EY-Grade 2 Farm Walk Through 3:00 p.m. Zoom Link

 

RISE Events- December 4th

Our RISE (Resilience Innovation Service Entertainment) event features presentations from Liana Trust.

Liana Trust, located in Hunsur, Karnataka, is a movement that empowers conservation efforts by educating

and inspiring adults and children about the environment and wildlife. With a network that includes

field stations, scientists, and naturalists, it combines experience and learning with measurable conservation.

Please note the grade level times and Zoom links in the table above. 

 

 

Have a safe holiday weekend. 

 

Regards,

Lynn Schneider, Dave Allen, and Elliot Fijman
Elementary School Leadership Team

Friday, November 20, 2020

Dear Parents,

Important Dates

Date	Time	Event	Details
November 27		Thanksgiving Break (No School)

 

Vision Day

Vision Day was a success! I want to thank all of the teachers who planned and facilitated the projects. I also want to thank Mary Kelly Bello, Jack Bissonnette, and Jen Cypra for coordinating the day’s events. We’ve heard nothing but positive feedback from teachers and students.Please check out the projects and highlights from Vision Day to see the amazing work the students completed on Wednesday. 

 

From the Counselors

Raising Resilient Children

The pandemic is showing us that children can be very resilient which means they are learning to be independent, confident, curious, caring, and patient. We can't control the pandemic, but we and our children are learning to enjoy the present time with family and enjoy whatever environment we are in. Children are learning to be happy during the pandemic and learning virtually. In the future they will be able to handle setbacks and hardships in life. You also are showing your children how to be resilient by showing them that not giving up is very important. Here are some more ways you are building emotional resilience in your children:

1. Encouraging your child to use creativity and resourcefulness to solve problems

2. Teaching your child to be caring towards others.  

3. Practicing patience with each other

4. Encouraging your child to try and do hard things

Here are more tips on building resilience in children.  

Library Resources

Some parents have asked where they can find links to the online library resources and subscriptions. Please check the CIC website specifically the Books, Digital Newspapers, and CIC IT Subscriptions tabs. 

The EY Libguide offers specific information for our younger learners. It is continuously updated. Please stop to find out information regarding upcoming library events and holidays, book recommendations, author /book of the month and much more!

Have a wonderful weekend.

 

Regards,

Lynn Schneider, Dave Allen, and Elliot Fijman
Elementary School Leadership Team