Celebrating Moments That Matter
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This week, we unveiled a little surprise we had been keeping under wraps, our new Family Wall. It’s more than a display; it’s a reminder that our Middle School is, in many ways, a family. The people who appear in those photos are the ones who ground us, cheer for us, and help us show up every day for our students.
Building this wall together matters. It reflects who we are, where we come from, and the community we create when all our stories come together. Bit by bit, photo by photo, we’re shaping a shared puzzle that represents the heart of our school.
As we continue adding to it, please remember to bring your family picture so we can make sure every member of our Middle School community is represented.
Need-to-Know Information
Community Time (CT) Plans
Here is the link to this week’s Community Time (CT) Lesson Plan.
Contact Vale for questions.
Monday, December 1st
3:00 - 3:30 pm
MIT Challenge Planning
3:30 - 3:45 pm
Student Information
Location: Eli's Lab
Wednesday, December 3rd
3:00 - 3:45 pm
MIT Challenge
Location: Eli's Lab
Fiestas de Quito (half day) - Dec. 4th
Fiestas de Quito (feriado) - Dec. 5th
Fiestas de Quito Half Day Activities
6th and 7th Grade
For 6th and 7th grade, students and teachers will be able to enjoy helado de paila near the MS Office during break. We hope this small celebration adds to the spirit of the week.
After break, please make sure to share the following information with your students about Fiestas de Quito and our focus on Leyendas. These activities are designed to deepen their understanding of this traditional and culturally significant festivity. Your support in guiding students through these experiences is greatly appreciated. Thank you for helping us bring local culture to life in meaningful and engaging ways.
Thank you Zina for sharing your planning with everyone who wants to use it as well:
Título “Fundación de Quito”
Objetivo: Relatar la historia de la fundación de Quito, para analizar su proceso histórico y tradiciones de nuestra ciudad a través de diferentes actividades.
Actividad inicial:
Escuchar la canción del "Chulla quiteño"
Escuchar el siguiente video
Actividades:
Pequeña prueba de la letra del "Chulla quiteño"
Comentar los puntos principales vistos en el video.
Describe la personalidad de los Quiteños.
Leer el texto acerca de la fundación. Realizar una síntesis en un
Documento. Fundación de Quito
Escogen una o dos leyendas no tradicionales y leer a los chicos
Aprendamos un pasillo El Santo del Quintana El Santo del Quintana
Presentación con todo el contenido Fundación de Quito
8th Grade
Every year, our 8th graders are invited to attend the Balcones event presented by our High School students. This year, we would love for you to join them and be part of this incredible tradition.
The event will take place on Wednesday, December 4th at 8:00 a.m. in the PAC.
We kindly ask you to join your students, support with behavior expectations, and follow any instructions provided by the High School team during the event.
In the middle of the presentation, there will be a short break for MS teachers and students to enjoy their helado de paila (near the MS office) before returning to the PAC for the rest of Balcones and then moving to the Rotonda to vote. We will share guidance for transitions and timing so everything runs smoothly.
A message from Vale regarding Peer Observations - December and January
Dear Teachers,
As you know, our school uses ELEOT for peer observations. We will soon have a training session with Cassie to review how to conduct these observations. Before that, we’d like to give you a quick preview of what’s coming.
Please complete the following steps:
1. Review the ELEOT presentation from last year to refresh your understanding.
2. Fill out this form to indicate:
a. The areas you would like to focus on for your professional growth.
b. The colleagues you would like to observe during the upcoming cycle.
Your input will help us make this process meaningful and tailored to your needs.
Thank you for your collaboration and commitment to continuous improvement!
Coming Up Next
Global Games Dec. 2nd - 7th * Male out of office *
Balcones - 8th Grade Dec. 4th 8:00 am Location: PAC - Teachers please join students - Afterwards 8th grade students will vote at the Rotonda
MIT Challenge Planning Prep - December's Mondays and Wednesdays
MIT Challenge Week Jan. 5th to 9th
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6th Grade Cart Reservations
Here is the link for 6th grade teachers to make cart reservations
Upcoming Months Info
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