OWNCS Elementary PYP Newsletter

School Initiatives

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.

Language Policy

Pillar of the Month - Kindness

Kindness means showing respect, empathy, and compassion through our words and actions. Even small acts of kindness can make a big difference in creating a positive environment for everyone.
- I can be kind at home by:
  - - Share toys or belongings
    - Help with chores without being asked
    - Use polite and encouraging words
- I can be kind at school by:
  - - Include others at recess
    - Compliment a classmate’s effort
    - Offer help to someone struggling
- I can be kind in my community by:
  - - Hold the door for others
    - Donate gently used items
    - Greet neighbors with a smile

Learner Profile of the Month - Caring

Being caring means showing concern for others and the world around us. Caring learners act with compassion and strive to make a positive impact.
- I can be caring at home by:
  - - Listen carefully when family members talk
    - Show appreciation with a thank you
    - Take care of pets or plants
- I can be caring at school by:
  - - Celebrate others’ successes
    - Comfort a friend who is upset
    - Treat classroom materials responsibly.
- I can be caring in my community by:
  - - Volunteer time to help others
    - Pick up litter in shared spaces
    - Show respect to workers and helpers.

Language Policy

Community Spotlight:

Current Events

Drop Everything And Read (DEAR) Time

During this time, everyone in the school community paused to pick up a book and read. The atmosphere was calm and focused, giving both students and teachers a chance to enjoy and engage with literature together.

Upcoming Events

Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration

Students are learning about Hispanic Heritage Month by exploring the lives and contributions of musicians, artists, poets, and change makers. Throughout the month, they will also focus on reading literature that highlights Hispanic voices and stories.

Literature Suggestions for Caring:

Have You Filled a Bucket Today?

This book teaches children that everyone carries an invisible bucket that can be filled with acts of kindness or emptied by hurtful actions. It shows how being caring means noticing others’ feelings and making choices that spread positivity.

Because of Winn-Dixie

This story follows Opal and the stray dog she adopts, Winn-Dixie. Through their bond, Opal learns to show care for others, building connections with people in her community by listening, showing compassion, and offering friendship.

The One and Only Ivan

Told from the perspective of a gorilla in captivity, this novel highlights empathy, compassion, and advocacy. Ivan shows caring by using his voice to help his friends and stand up for what is right.

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