We have sent out an informational video to parents earlier this week that explains these changes in detail. For parents of primary school students who may have missed this email, you can view the video by clicking the link below:

The highly-anticipated delivery of brand new Asus Chromebooks, originally scheduled for October 2023, has arrived earlier than expected. You can collect your new Chromebook during the upcoming half-term holiday, between 8:30 AM and 1:30 PM. 

For your convenience, please note the following procedures for collection:

Half-Term Holiday Collection from ASPS is from 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM- Monday to Thursday and 8:30-11:30 AM on Friday

Post Half-Term Collection:

• Secondary students: Please visit the IT office to collect your Chromebook.

• Primary students: Your Chromebooks will be delivered directly to your respective classrooms.

In both cases, kindly ensure that you return the school's loaned device, along with its charger, when you come to collect your new Chromebook.

We are excited to provide these modern tools to enhance your learning experience. Should you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact our IT support team on itsupport@alsalamschool.ae

A leader is the one who knows the way, goes the way and shows the way." - John C. Maxwell

At ASPS, we are dedicated to molding the leaders of tomorrow and on the 27th of October, we are set to turn this vision into reality through our Investiture Ceremony. 

The Investiture Ceremony is not just about titles, it is about entrusting our students with responsibilities to lead, make decisions, communicate and collaborate effectively.

During this ceremony, we will proudly award badges for this year's Head Girl, Head Boy, Sport Captain and the Student Council will pledge their commitment to serving the school and fellow students as our new student leaders.

On October 11-12, 2023, our students from Year 4 to 9 came together to create awe-inspiring hands-on projects based on stories from the Prophet's life. These projects brilliantly showcased how his teachings can be applied in real-life situations.

A huge thank you to everyone involved - students, teachers and parents, for making this exhibition a memorable and enlightening experience.

The "Read Before You Leave" challenge is a year-long initiative that encourages students to explore a curated list of books. Its goal is to foster a lifelong love for reading, enhance academic skills, and promote personal growth. Students track their progress and engage in discussions to ensure comprehension.

We have curated a list of books for this year-long project that will be available in the Infant Library for KS1 (Years 1 and 2) and in the Main Library for KS2 (Years 3-6) and KS3 (Years 7-9).

Encourage your child to dive into these books and mark them off as they finish. This programme is not just about academics; it is about personal growth. Our goal is to spark a love for reading that empowers students to explore new worlds confidently.

We've also added this list to the Form Tutor Google Classrooms for easy access. Each student will be assigned a copy of this list on Google Classroom to tick off as they complete each book.

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To test whether students have actually read a book, the following criteria will be used:

• Book Summaries: Provide a brief summary of the book's main plot, including key events, characters, and the book's central theme.

• Character Analysis: Describe the main characters in the book, their personalities, motivations, and character development throughout the story.

• Key Quotes or Passages: Give specific quotes or passages that stood out to the student and their significance within the context of the book.

• Discussion Questions: Answer a set of discussion questions related to the book. Their ability to engage in thoughtful discussions about the book's themes and messages can indicate their understanding.

At ASPS, we marked Mental Health Awareness Day with a range of engaging activities and student-led initiatives. These included class activities, large group assemblies, student-led discussions, and the completion of Mental Health Challenges.

EYFS - Calm Box Activity

Our youngest learners were encouraged to create their own 'Calm Box', filled with items that bring them a sense of calm. Through a lively show-and-tell activity, they not only discovered their own emotions but also gained confidence in managing them through self-regulation and self-care.

In Primary School

Primary students participated in informative large group assemblies, aimed at deepening their understanding of mental health and dispelling common myths associated with it.

In Secondary School

In the secondary section, students took the lead in raising awareness about mental health issues. Year 9 ambassadors visited Year 7 and Year 8 classes, initiating open discussions about mental health. Furthermore, Year 8 students led a student voice initiative, seeking input from their peers on the challenges they face. These insights were shared and brainstormed during the Wellbeing assembly on Friday. Together, students collaborated on ideas to foster a culture of openness and acceptance here at Al Salam.

This collective effort underscores our commitment to supporting mental wellbeing within the ASPS community.

Students completed daily challenges aimed at improving their mental health. These included writing a letter to yourself, meditating, decluttering, practising gratitude and enjoying nature. Students were asked to upload pictures on the form. https://forms.gle/9FosMEQJhiwDziDx7
Completing all five will earn students a Mental Health Champion certificate! Form closes on the 15th of October. 

For Students in Secondary School only-

Mental Health Young Photographer Challenge - Resilience 

In honour of World Mental Health Day on 10th October, we invite students aged 12-18 to enter our competition, 'The Young Photographer Challenge'. Students should submit a photograph, along with a short caption, depicting how they show resilience. Creativity is highly encouraged!

The competition is free to enter and for each submission we shall make a donation to YoungMinds, the youth mental health charity. The deadline for entries is 5pm on 17th November 2023.

By submitting this form you are consenting to your name, school and submission being shared across our website and social media channels, and agreeing to our privacy policy.

More information can be found here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1eXOAzNIPdfU7YcLtgmv36mm0H-yA76m3/view?usp=sharing 

Form for submission can be found on the website: https://investin.org/blogs/news/the-young-photography-competition-resilience?mc_cid=9e77f809ab&mc_eid=9426e1b5ea 

As part of our partnership with FITCY HEALTH, ASPS parents and students can avail the following benefits: 

1. A free assessment and a thirty minute free ‘taster’ session with a psychologist. 

2. A 10% discount for anyone in the ASPS community using Fitcy Health services. 

3. A dedicated helpline which will be available every day for 12 hours a day for the price of 29/month. This will allow you to speak to a professional therapist and get individualised over-the-phone counseling. 

4.  A 20% discount on sessions for anyone who is subscribed to the helpline and is part of the ASPS community

ASPS parents can access this link to get started:   https://fitcyhealth.com/asps/

To learn more about Fitcy Health:  https://fitcyhealth.com/