This quarter, we will focus on two major areas:
Language Policy
This is one of the five key policies we are emphasizing.
As a school community, we want everyone to feel confident and comfortable with this policy so we can better support our families and learners.
This policy reflects our commitment to fairness and respect for all members of our school community.
Learner Profile Attributes
We will ensure that staff, students, and families understand the IB Learner Profile attributes.
These attributes help guide students in how they approach different learning tasks.
Everyone should recognize that we are part of a community of learners who use these attributes to grow academically, socially, and personally.
Pillar of the Month - Friendship
Friendship means showing kindness, trust, and support to others. Good friends listen, help one another, and celebrate each other’s successes.
I can show friendship at home by:
Share and take turns with family members
Show appreciation for each other
Spend quality time together.
I can show friendship at school by:
Invite classmates to play or work together
Listen when friends are talking
Use kind words even when you disagree
I can show friendship in my community by:
Help a neighbor
Include new friends at activities
Show respect and gratitude to others
Learner Profile of the Month - Open-Minded
Being open-minded means listening to and respecting different opinions, cultures, and ideas. Open-minded learners understand that everyone’s experiences help us see the world in new ways.
I can be open-minded at home by:
Try a new food or family activity
Listen to others’ ideas before responding
Learn about your family’s traditions and others’
I can be open-minded at school by:
Work with classmates who have different interests
Be willing to try new learning strategies
Ask questions to understand someone else’s point of view
I can be open-minded in my community by:
Attend cultural events
Learn greetings in another language
Show curiosity about people’s different ways of life
Current Events
Hispanic Heritage Month
In our school, we celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with several exciting school-wide events. The celebration began with a Spirit Week inspired by Hispanic culture. Each day, students participated in themed dress-up activities, coming to school as cowboys, their favorite Hispanic artists, or even their favorite movie characters. The week was filled with creativity, pride, and joy as students learned about and honored the rich traditions and contributions of Hispanic communities.
Upcoming Events
Language Around the School
Next month students will learn more about our Language Policy. We started an initiative in order to allow students hands on experience with the policy. Our students have been working very hard to learn how to greet others in new languages. This will be visually shown throughout the building.
This story follows best friends Lily and Salma, who argue after discovering that their lunches—peanut butter and jelly versus hummus and pita—are very different. Through understanding and empathy, they learn that trying something new can open doors to friendship and cultural appreciation.
Author: Queen Rania Al Abdullah
Through a pen-pal exchange between two boys, one in the U.S. and one in India, students see how their lives are both similar and unique. The boys discover that while their daily routines and surroundings differ, they share many common values and joys.
Author: Jenny Sue Kostecki-Shaw
This novel follows Ally, a bright student who struggles with dyslexia and often hides her challenges by acting out. When a new teacher helps her see that everyone learns differently, Ally begins to embrace her strengths and appreciate the diverse abilities of others.
Author: Lynda Mullaly Hunt