January 25, 2012

Dear Parents,

Diane Stanley, our special guest author and illustrator, will be here at AISC very soon (February 4-8). Several people have asked about book signings and Diane Stanley says that she is happy to autograph books.  If you are interested in having Diane Stanley sign one of her books, please visit www.landmarkonthenet.com or www.flipkart.com to see if you can purchase a copy.  Alternatively, we are also looking into holding a Diane Stanley book sale through Landmark on Thursday, February 7 at school (however, it must be noted this book sale cannot be guaranteed).  For more information, please contact Mr. Jet. There will be opportunities for parents to interact with Diane. Below is a reminder of events you may not want to miss:

Monday, February 4: 2:30-3:15

Diane Stanley Welcome Assembly

Performing Arts Center

All elementary parents are welcome

Tuesday, February 5: 3:45-4:15

Diane Stanley Read-Aloud (KG and 1^st Grade)

Elementary Library

KG and 1^st Grade students are welcome when accompanied by a parent

Wednesday, February 6: 8:45-9:45

Diane Stanley Parent Coffee and Discussion

Elementary Cafeteria

All elementary, middle and high parents are welcome

Physical Education News: Last week, the elementary students participated in Sports Day. There were 15 activities for lower elementary and 13 activities for upper elementary! Children in all grade levels are still talking about the event! Thank you to all the parents who helped organizing both events! We hope that you enjoyed the pictures that were sent in last Friday’s Principal’s Notes.

During PE classes, students in KG through grade 3 have been working on throwing, catching and striking the ball drills using the tee (stand). In the future classes, children will apply these skills in Tee Ball. Upper Elementary students are learning the basics of the flag football. Students are practicing skills such as throwing, catching and punting a football. They will apply these skills in increasingly complex environments and in game situations. Students will show understanding of basic strategies (offensive and defensive) and flag football.

Lastly, we have news from the Jogging Club! Arunveer Kahlon cumulated 10 miles, Daniel Spitze & Eoin Coughlin 20 miles and Diego Zorrilla 30 miles!!! Congratulation to all of them!!!

Lunch Menu and Orders: The next menu cycle begins on February 4^th. Please submit your online order by February 1^st. Payment is due by February 8^th.

Have a great weekend,

Kevin Hall

Elementary School Principal