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GOVERNING COUNCIL MEMO
Dear School Community:
In an ongoing effort to keep our school informed on governance issues, we are reviving the monthly GC memo. This month's edition updates you on the recent appointment to the GC, school location planning, the CIS work plan, and recommendations from the SAC.
1) Welcome new GC member Carl Grending! Carl is well known in our school, previously serving as co-president of the PTA. Carl, a commercial real estate broker, has agreed to chair our facilities committee. We appreciate his ongoing willingness to commit time to serve our school! (NOTE: The majority of the seats on the GC are occupied by civic leaders who are not parents. Additional appointments may be announced in the coming months.)
2) School location: The GC's facilities committee continues to seek a permanent home for CIS. As most parents know, our current building is leased as a "starter" location for new schools. (We are at least the third school to launch from this facility.) Due to its small size and industrial location, the site is not suitable as a permanent location. Our facilities committee is currently in talks with land owners in Corrales who are interested in partnering with our school, but those talks are very preliminary. As soon as we have news we can share, we will!
3) School work plan: During the previous two GC meetings, the GC and CIS staff collaborated to develop a year-long work plan for the school, with concrete objectives in academic achievement, community communication, IB leadership, financial stability, renewal of our charter, and moving the school to its permanent home. This work plan will be updated quarterly and posted online with the monthly meeting minutes.
4) School Advisory Committee (SAC): At the most recent GC meeting, SAC member Peter Lukes presented recommendations for strengthening school communication and continuing to support our CIS community. Suggestions included: reviving this monthly memo, having GC members wear nametags at school events, GC members speaking at selected SAC/PTA events, and regular SAC/PTA presentations at GC meetings. The GC was pleased to receive these ideas and applauded the SAC for taking the initiative to support the school's new work plan. The complete list of SAC recommendations will be posted online with the minutes for the October meeting.
In closing, cheers to all the good work underway by our clever students, committed faculty, supportive parents, and devoted volunteers on the SAC, PTA, and GC.
With appreciation,
Heather Balas
Co-Chair, Governing Council |
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The learner profile for this month is OPEN-MINDED
Open-minded students understand and appreciate their own cultures and personal histories, and are open to the perspectives, values and traditions of other individuals and communities.
They are accustomed to seeking and evaluating a range of points of view, and are willing to grow from the experience.
- Encourage your child to try out new things-new food, new games and new activities.
- Expose your child to different festivals, celebrations and traditions and be sure to present them in a non-judgmental way
- Encourage your child to really listen to others when they speak.
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TRICK OR TREAT FOR UNICEF |
This year CIS will be participating in Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF, an event that has raised money to improve the lives of children around the world for 60 years. Orange collection boxes will be going home with you kiddos next week, please return these boxes to the school on the Monday folllowing Halloween (there will be a box located in the front hall). You can also take your change to any Coinstar machine and bring in the receipt, Coinstar does not charge a fee for UNICEF. All boxes and receipts will be collected by Friday Nov 6, and sent to UNICEF.
We know that every family at CIS is unique, so whether or not participating in Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF is appropriate for your family, you can still participate by talking with your child about the ideas in the UNICEF letter. Talking to our kids about the experiences and needs of kids all around the world, and teaching them what they can do to make a difference is a truly empowering and important gift, and a big part of being a global citizen.
If you have any questions, please contact me Anna Prewitt annaprewitt@gmail.com . |
Please keep in mind some of these safety precautions to keep our students safe. Also, please observe the stop sign (left side) when you are driving through our parking lot.
Mornings
Parents if you need to drop-off your child before 8:15 a.m. you must have him/her attend the before school program. Before care is located in Ms. Gaby Escobedo's classroom. There is no one else available to supervise your child. Children of all ages can not be left unattended.
Pick-up and Drop-off
- Students cannot be picked up after 3:20 from their classrooms.
- All students will be dismissed at 3:30 from the pick-up/drop-off area (Midway Blvd. entrance).
- Since we have 70 more students this school year, some of you may choose to park on Midway Blvd. and walk to get your children from the pick-up area.
- CROSS WALK. Please allow us to help you cross the parking lot. We have too many cars exiting plus the bus.
- Please be aware that there is a STOP sign in the parking lot to allow pedestrians to cross.
- Students not picked up by 3:40 will be taken to the Aftercare Program by their teacher. There is a charge for Aftercare service.
We ask that you abide by these safety precautions. Remember, your children are watching you and learning from your actions. |
Unless otherwise noted, all clubs will begin directly after school ends and run for one hour. Monday, Tuesday,Thursday, and Friday, 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. WEDNESDAY 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
ALBUQUERQUE LITTLE THEATER DRAMA CLUBSTORYBOOK PLAYERS (a drama club for elementary school students)
This six week class is an introduction to the magic of theatre! Elementary grades will meet together to play fun theatre games,learn basic acting skills, and use our imaginations to act out our favorite stories.
Class will meet Wednesday afternoons (October 13 - November 17) from 1:40pm to 2:40pm. Fee for the 6 weeks session is $60.00. Payments are to be made directly to the ALT.Siblings are half price. For information about the class or to register please contact Kathryn Morales at kathryn@abqlt.org.
IMPROV plus COMEDY (a drama club for middle school students)
This six week class is an introduction to the fun of comedy and improvisation! Students will meet together to play theatre games, learn basic improvisation and acting skills and put their skills to use in monologues and scenes.
Class will meet on Wednesday afternoons (October 13 - November 17) from 1:40pm to 2:40pm. Fee for the 6 weeks session is $60.00. Payments are to be made directly to the ALT. Siblings are half price. For information about the class or to register please contact Courtney Wilgus via email at courtney@abqlt.org . Magic Club will meet Mondays, grades 5-8 ($30 fee)
contact Carl Grending at cgrending@grending.com
The magic club's goal is to boost children's confidence and self-esteem through magic. Pupils will be taught some of the history of magic, presentation, "mind reading", card tricks, rope tricks, tricks with rubber bands, sponge ball magic, and other fun magic tricks. During the learning process, children will learn to master tricks through self-discipline, an understanding of how other people think, and an ability to entertain. Each pupil will work in groups to learn from each other, practice and improve on their performance. Practice outside the club will help to reinforce the mastering of the tricks. Each Performing magic can help to improve the pupils' social skills and confidence levels. Also, unlike playing computer games, it encourages children to interact with their friends and family.
Architecture/Lego Building club meets on Mondays on the 7th grade room. Contact Brian Wiley at b_nwiley@yahoo.com for more
information.
Elementary Soccer Club Grades 2-4 (only) meets on Mondays from 3:45-5:00 Please bring: Comfortable clothes, comfortable shoes, shin guards (if you have them already), water bottle and lots of energy. Please provide your child with an after school snack to eat before club starts.
Contact info: John Caldwell 505-918-4726 or familiacaldsilva@yahoo.com with any questions.
Introductory Chess meets Tuesdays in the teacher's lounge, contact JC Fleming at jcandk@comcast.net
Elementary school paper (3-5)
contact Rhonda Lopez rhonda@corralesinternationalschool.org
Scrapbooking Club meets every other Wednesday in the 8th grade room. Contact Tonia Padilla at isacatmommy@gmail.com for more information.
Daisy Troop for K and 1st graders will begin meeting on Wednesday, September 29, 1:45-3:00 in the 1st grade room. If you are interested, please call Carolyn at 505-550-1557.
Yearbook Club will meet Wednesdays, starting this Wednesday, Sept 29th. Contact Christine Remington at christineRnm@gmail.com.
Journalism (School Newspaper) Club (grades 5-8) club meets Fridays in the library. Contact Bryant Furlow at bryantfurlow@yahoo.com for more information.
Bug Club meets Fridays in the 1st grade room.
For more information, contact Tara Armijo-Prewitt at tprewitt@gmail.com.
Spanish Science Book Club
Contact Rick Johnson at rickjohnsonabq@yahoo.com if you are interested.
Middle School Soccer Club
Contact Frank Volpe at frank@corralesinternationalschool.org if you would like more information.
Students participating in a club need to be picked up at 4:30 p.m. Students not picked up by 4:30 p.m. will be taken to the After-care Program. Parents will be charged $6.00/hour plus a $25.00 registration fee if their student is taken to the After-care Program.
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HEALTHY SCHOOL REPORT CARD
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Healthy School Report Card
Help us create an environment at CIS to support the development of students who have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to make healthy choices!
Our Healthy School Report Card Committee currently has three active subcommittees--Parent/Community Involvement, Nutrition, and Physical Education. If you have special interest, knowledge, or connections in these areas, we would love to incorporate your input! Please contact Debbie Webster debbie@corralesinternationalschool.org or
dardeben@comcast.net for more information.
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We have started a food pantry to provide a healthy lunch for those students that forget their lunch or are not able to bring a lunch to school. Additionally, we would like to start collecting food for families that are in need. There will be a box by the front desk to collect canned or dried goods.
The following items are needed for student lunches:
- instant macaroni and cheese, instant noodles/ramen or other soups
- fruit cups, dried fruit, fruit leather, cheese crackers, granola bars, boxed juice, single serve pastas, pretzels etc
Please contact Anna Prewitt at annaprewitt@gmail.com for more information.
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LIBRARY CORNER LIBRARY CORNER |
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All K-5 students visit the library twice a week, on Mondays and Fridays, for a half hour each visit. Kindergarten students experience fun and informative story-time sessions. Students in 1-8 are allowed to check out books for 1 week at a time. They must return their books before they can check out another one. They are allowed to check a book back out if they forgot it or have not finished it. After 4 "re-check-outs" (1 month) a note will be sent home to make sure they haven't lost it.
Middle school students have 35 minutes per grade every Wed. Students in 2-8, also, use the computer lab according to the needs of their teacher.
Reference books and periodicals are not allowed to be checked out. There is a Middle School section and an Elementary section. Elementary students do not check out middle school books unless approved by his/her parents.
Books are not shelved by reading level so some students may check out books that are below their reading level. I allow this because I want students to enjoy what they are reading and sometimes that is a simpler book. For students who check out books that are above their reading level, if appropriate, we encourage you, the parents to help them.
By the way, we are in need of books in Spanish and the computer lab needs 20 mouse pads!
Thank you all for all you do,
Nancy |
October 16 - 31st EARLY VOTING. To find a location: http://www.lwvabc.org/elections/index.htmlNovember 2nd: ELECTION DAY November 3rd: Governing Council Meeting at 5:00 p.m. Where: 4322 Corrales Road
November 4th & 5th Parent Teacher Conf. Early Dismissal at 1:30 p.m.
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LOST AND FOUND
There are many items in the lost and found area. Please ask your student/s to look for lost items. ALL items not picked up by the end of the month will be taken to Goodwill.
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Corrales International School (CIS) is a tuition-free, multi-language (English, Spanish, Mandarin) charter school located in Albuquerque.
Respectfully, Dr. Elsy Fierro Diaz, Head Administrator
Corrales International School |
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International Bacculearate
PYP: Primary Years Program (K-5)
MYP: Middle Years Program (6-8)
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Why is an IB education valuable?
Please click the following link to view a powerful video presentation about the need for a different type of education for students in today's world: Did You Know?
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Online Resources
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 Missed a SCHOOL Meeting? Don't Worry! Find the minutes of the Governing Council, School Advisory Committee, and PTA (Parent Teacher Association) on our school website:
http://www.corralesinternationalschool.org/
New York Philharmonic
Phonic Games
Music Teacher http://www.musictechteacher.com/musicquizzes.htm
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