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Week Twenty Three - February 24th 2023
Kim Conlin
Head of Primary
Dear PYP Parents,
I look forward to seeing you all at International Day tomorrow. This event is one that really highlights the diversity within the GIS community and also the common values that bind us together. The event kicks off at 2pm.
Please also draw your attention to a few initiatives in our community. IB learners are service minded and are always creating opportunities to take action to support others.
We are collecting books to build libraries in underprivileged schools in Africa. Last year we donated 1526 books and this year we have a goal to send 2000 books. Please help out this important cause. Boxes will be at both entrances of the school on Friday March 3rd.
Tomorrow is also the last day for collection of needed items to send to Turkey and Syria. Warm blankets and clothing and non perishable food items are needed.
See you all this weekend!
Newsletter at a Glance
Newsletter at a Glance
In this edition you will find:
Announcements / Reminders / Upcoming dates
Mind, Body, Spirit and Friendship
Peek Into Learning:
Primary Pages - link to Grade and Class pages
PYP reminders and resources
Absence Procedure
Whole School Calendar
Upcoming Dates
Upcoming Dates
Feb 25th - International Day at GIS
Feb 27- 3 March- GIS Lit Fest
March 8th - World Math Day
March 13-17 - Neurodiveristy Week
March 14-16 - School Musical
March 20 - PYP Exhibition
March 22 - Projected start of Ramadan
March 27- April 7 - Spring Break
Announcements and Reminders:
Announcements and Reminders:
Peek Into Learning:
Peek Into Learning:
Grade 4 Taking Action
In this Grade 4 unit of inquiry, students explored the central idea that the values and structure of government have a significant impact on societies. Throughout the unit, students inquired into various forms of government around the world, including democracy, monarchy, and dictatorship, and how each system affects its citizens differently.
To deepen their understanding of the relationship between government and society, students explored the concept of responsibility, discussing how citizens and leaders have different roles and responsibilities within a government. They also looked at the ways in which the government and its citizens work together to maintain a functioning society.
Additionally, students investigated the various services that governments provide, such as healthcare, education, and public safety. Through their inquiry, they developed an appreciation for the importance of these services and how they contribute to the well- being of society as a whole.
Overall, this unit of inquiry allowed students to gain a deeper understanding of how government impacts society and the role that citizens play in shaping the values and structure of their government. By examining different forms of government, exploring the relationship between government and society, and understanding the services that governments provide, students developed a comprehensive understanding of this complex topic.
Students took action to persuade an audience that a certain political system is best.
to check your child's class page
to check your child's class page
Primary Class Pages
Primary Class Pages
Check out for weekly class updates
Information for new/starting families
Information for new/starting families
Overview of communication platforms (PYP)
Overview of communication platforms (PYP)
GIS Primary Handbook 2022_23.docx.pdfPrimary Handbook 2022-2023
Primary Handbook 2022-2023
Drop off and Pick up
Drop off and Pick up
Parents PK-G1 drop/pick up in classroom (through gate 4,6,8)
Grade 2-5 drop/pick up either gate 4 or gate 8
Late/Tardy: any student arriving after the national anthem must get a late slip at front reception/gate 4
My child will be absent
My child will be absent
Email your child's homeroom teacher before 8am so that he / she can mark their absence as excused.
Complete an absence form for an absence of more than 2 days and submit to PYP office or homeroom teacher on the child's first day back.
Absence for more than 3 days requires prior approval if planned or a doctors clearance for illness related leave (in some cases a medical certificate is requested )
My child will leave during the school day (exceptional/unavoidable cases only)
My child will leave during the school day (exceptional/unavoidable cases only)
Email the gis_primaryleaverequest@gemsedu.com and your child's homeroom teacher 24 hours in advance to ensure your child and their leave slip are prepared in advance.
At the time of collection, please come to the Primary Reception at Gate 4.
Keeping our community safe with Covid-19 Protocols: if your child is a close contact or receives a positive test result please inform: gis_medicalalert@gemsedu.com
Key Contacts
Key Contacts
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