The first full week of school was a success. Thank you for your participation in the virtual home visits. Our teachers let us know how important they felt it was to connect with all of you. Please continue to reach out to your child’s teacher if you have information to share about your child, your current situation, or if you have any questions.The partnership between home and school is essential.
This coming week teachers will continue to build the class community and get to know their students as learners. You might see more work assigned as teachers start to build routines with the class.
India celebrates it's 73rd Independence Day this weekend! Happy Independence Day!
Important Dates
Back to School Events
Please join the back to school events the week of August 24th.The Back to School events are a time for you to hear from your child’s teachers about the curriculum, grade level expectations, and how you can support your child at home. More information will be shared in next week’s Principal’s Blog, and your child’s teacher will also send information next week. Please note the dates and times above.
Counseling Office Hours
Our two Counselors, Linda Gerberich and Michele Ness, will be holding office hours on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:00-3:30 p.m.
Michele Ness
- Grades 4 & 5 School Counselor
- EY-Grade 12 School Psychologist
- Office Hours: Drop by Monday and Wednesday from 3:00-3:30 pm.
- Here is the link for Michele’s office hours
- Or by appointment: nmichele@aischennai.org
Linda Gerberich
- EY-Grade 3 School Counselor
- Office Hours: Drop by Monday and Wednesday from 3:00-3:30 pm.
- Here is the link for Linda’s office hours
- Passcode: 663605
- Or by appointment: glinda@aischennai.org
Virtual Mela
The Advancement Office has launched a Digital Program ahead of the 25th Anniversary Virtual Mela Friday, August 21, 2020 (1:00–4:00 p.m. IST). With activity descriptions and trailers, community partner information and other details, the Digital Program will help you plan your Mela Day so you can experience
a birthday like no other at our largest virtual celebration!
Parent Resource
- Tips for parents on starting school virtually:
- Try to find comfortable places with few distractions for the child but yet where you can help younger children. This is a big challenge for everyone at home. Include a water bottle in reach for your child.
- Help children stay in touch with friends and make new friends. Counselors can help with this too - just let them know.
- Communicate with teachers on Seesaw and in email.
- Teachers want to know when a child is finding something difficult or when you have a lot going on at home or work. Remind older children to check messages from teachers.
- When you know your child’s synchronous sessions, use that information to make a schedule for your child. Include breaks, snacks, lunch, and playtime.
- Be patient with your children, yourself, and technology.
We are all in this together. Reach out to teachers and counselors if you need support.
Regards,
Lynn Schneider, Dave Allen, and Elliot Fijman
Elementary School Leadership Team