MEF International School, Istanbul
MEF International School, Istanbul
Weekly Newsletter
Weekly Newsletter
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Grade 3 Assembly
Grade 3 Assembly
Grade 3 students presented powerful learning from their first semester Units of Inquiry. Students in 3B presented a play that told the story of Ruby Bridges, and the fight for a black child to attend her choice of school in America. 3B students danced to a song they had learned. The MFL department shared books some students had written in their French or Spanish classes. Learner profile certificates were also presented.
United Nations Home Language Day
United Nations Home Language Day
United Nations Home Language Day on 21 February was recognised this week in a variety of ways.
Home Language Art Exhibition
Home Language Art Exhibition
In recognition of United Nations Home Language Day on 21 February, students in Grades 3 and 4 presented an Art Exhibition to represent and celebrate their home language.
Grade 5 and Middle School Ski Trip
Grade 5 and Middle School Ski Trip
Grade 5 and Middle School had a great time on the Kartalkaya ski trip last week. A total of 45 students hit the slopes with over 20 students skiing for the 1st time. It was great to see so many of our students learn and develop new skills as well as watch them discover new friends.
Model European Parliament (MEP)
Model European Parliament (MEP)
Six of our students traveled to Paris over the weekend to participate in the MEP Conference as the Turkish delegation. They are currently in Strasbourg finding solutions to issues that affect Europe and the world at this prestigious event.
Valentine's Day Cookie Deliveries from Student Council
Valentine's Day Cookie Deliveries from Student Council
Student Council delivered cookies this week in celebration of Valentine's Day. Students were surprised and excited to receive a cookie from a friend!
7B Homeroom Service Learning Project
7B Homeroom Service Learning Project
7B Students had a chance to organize a fundraiser to help animals both on and off campus. They helped to raise awareness of animal rights issues in the school and the community.
MEF Exchange Project - National School Visit
MEF Exchange Project - National School Visit
As part of the MEF Exchange Project, some Grade 7 students visited the national school last Wednesday. They visited Grade 7 classes during 3rd, 4th and 5th periods. Afterwards, they had lunch together in the national school cafeteria, had a fun reflection about their school visits, and made some plans to visit each other's houses.
IBDP Class Option Presentation
IBDP Class Option Presentation
Grade 10 Students learned their options in the IB Diploma Programme. Over the following days, they will individually meet with the Curriculum Coordinators to complete their subject registrations for grades 11 and 12.
PTA Fundraiser - International Cook Book
PTA Fundraiser - International Cook Book
Please send your favorite recipes in to the PTA at juliakonmaz@gmail.com as we are planning on selling this wonderful collection at Fun Day as a big fundraiser. Deadline for entries is March 15.
Important Dates
Important Dates
Feb 22 Grade 3 Assembly 8.30 Big Auditorium
Feb 22 UN International Home Language Day Art Exhibition (Grades 3 & 4) 9.15 Foyer of Big Auditorium
Feb 23 High School Ski Trip (Grades 9-12)
March 7-8, 11-12 SS Exam Week 3
March 12 PYP Parent workshop - Concept based inquiry
March 14 SS Girls' Empowerment Night
March 14 Pi Day
March 15 Grade 1 Assembly 8.30 Big Auditorium
March 15 IB2 submission deadline: IA Groups 1 -5 (most of these will have already been submitted)
March 18 - 22 Spring Break
OUR MISSION
OUR MISSION
We inspire, nurture and challenge our learners to realise their unique potential.
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