Corrales International School
Corrales International School
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3821 Singer Blvd NE
albuquerque, New Mexico 87109
505-344-9733


School Hours

PYP grades K-5   
Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 8:15am to 3:00pm

Wed early release  

8:15am - 12:30pm


MYP grades 6-10   
Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 8:00am to 3:15pm

Wed early release  

8:00 - 12:45


Students may be dropped off 15 minutes before school starts.
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Dear CIS Families:

We start a new school year on MONDAY, August 15!   We are looking forward to a terrific new school year and enjoying our beautifully remodeled school.   Though we are still unpacking boxes I am sure you will agree that remodelling our school was the right decision, especially when you see our Science lab designed by Mr. Johnson! Thank you GC Members for approving the remodelling and continuing the vision of our CIS charter. 


Please note the new start and pick up times in this issue and on our website.   The entire staff and teachers have been working extremely hard to prepare our school for our students.    Please take the time to read this entire BP issue for updated information regarding our school.   Pay special attention to the student drop-off and pick-up instructions below.   Please rememebr that no students are to be dropped off or picked up in the front parking lot.  Additionally, please review the student uniform policy below with your student.  


Don't forget to come by tomorrow to say HOLA to our teachers between 1:00 -3:00 p.m.   We look forward to seeing you.

Respectfully,
Dr. Elsy Diaz, Head Administrator


P.S.  Don't forget to keep checking the CIS website calendar for updated information www.corralesinternationalschool.org 
ˇHola!

The remodel is complete and our teachers have been hard at work this week readying their classrooms in anticipation of school's start!

We invite you to come by the school between 1:00 p.m - 3:00 p.m. and say "hola" to your child's teacher. This is an opportunity for your family to come see all of the exciting changes that have taken place at CIS. Individual parent conferences are not possible on this day. Teachers will be putting the finishing touches on their classrooms and could certainly use your help if you have more than 10 minutes to spare!

 Kid's Food Pantry
 

Hello CIS families! It is the beginning of a new school year, and a great time to think of others who need our assistance.  We have kids who sometimes don't have a lunch or may not have had breakfast.  Please consider helping our community and donate items (that are ready to eat) for the Kid's Food Pantry.  We need healthy items (no chips, candy bars or ramen noodles).  Some suggestions are:

 

Lunchables or similar packaged cold lunches

Yogurt

Cheese

Fruit cups

Jell-O cups

Pudding cups

Soup cups

Quick microwaveable meals

Granola bars

Single serve, shelf stable, milk

Single serve cereal cups

Single serve Macaroni & Cheese cups

 

We also greatly appreciate the donation of items to make healthy meals.  Some suggestions are:

  • Spaghetti dinner: pasta & pasta sauce
  • Chicken casserole: egg noodles, onion, cheddar cheese, canned chicken, 2 condensed cream of mushroom soups, can sliced mushrooms, potato chips
  • Sandwiches: loaf of bread, peanut butter, jelly
  • Pancakes: box of pancake mix, pancake syrup

Thank you for your generosity! Please contact Karen Grending with any questions: 463-6801. 

 
 

 
NEW FACES IN OUR SCHOOL

 

We want to welcome the following staff to our CIS Family:
  
Linda Payne: Registrar/ Office Manager
Tara Armijo Prewitt: Receptionist
Shellee Bratton: 2nd Grade Teacher
Lara Groff:  Spanish and English Language Arts Teacher
Eowyn Simons:  part-time SPED Teacher
Peter Lukes:  History/ Economics Teacher
Sariah Bujanda:  Science/Math Teacher

CONTACTS

To order uniforms, please visit customoutfitters.com, click on 'Stores' and then click on our school's apple icon to get started!  All students are allowed, but are not required  to wear the CIS t-shirts and jeans on Fridays.  The standard shirt for every day wear is the CIS polo in blue, green or white (or light blue for MYP'ers).  Those students in the MYP are required to have a white button-down twill oxford shirt for special events and community service.

To get the most up-to-date information or to ask a question or start a discussion, please visit our Corrales International School Facebook page!

For information on our after school Permaculture Program, please contact PTA VP, Jo Guiney at j_guiney@msn.com.  There is a one-time $25 registration fee to join, and it meets every day after school until 6pm.  There is an hourly fee for participation and days/hours are chosen by families.  Payment by credit card only.

For information on our PTA contact Monet Silva-Caldwell at familiacaldsilva@yahoo.com.
 
If your family is interested in the West Side/Corrales bus, please contact Juliet Casalduc at 975-4323 or juliet.e.casalduc@intel.com.

The Pickup and Drop off times and locations:

The AM bus will pick up at:

 1.    Albuquerque stop is On Winter haven (Behind tomato café)   

(cross streets are Montano and Winter haven) at 7:05 am

2.      Rio Rancho stop is American road, the dirt parking lot next to Don Chalmers

(cross streets are Westside and American road) at 7:20  am

3.    Corrales stop is next to the Golden Corral at 7:25 am

The PM bus will drop off at:

1.    Golden Corral at 3:35 pm

2.    American Road at 3:40 pm

3.    Winter haven at 3:55 pm

 

 

Please go to the school web site for information on school events, our google calendar and information about CIS PTA.  (http://www.corralesinternationalschool.org/)
 
For information on after school programs contact Tara Armijo-Prewitt at tprewitt@gmail.com or 304.0672.

 

WAYS TO GET INVOLVED 

At CIS, we recognize that one of the best predictors of academic success is parent involvement. We encourage each of you to become involved through our active PTA, as classroom volunteers, and through our many events held throughout the year.  Events such as the Jog-a-thon and International Day bring our community together both for fun and in support of school priorities.

Classroom Parent
Be a classroom parent and help your child's teacher!  Contact your child's teacher directly if you are interested!

School Advisory Committee
If you are interested in becoming involved now, our School Advisory Committee (SAC) is recruiting volunteer representatives.  The SAC collaborates with the head administrator on many aspects of the school's management and processes.   Please contact Tara Armijo-Prewitt at tprewitt@gmail.com or 304.0672 if you are interested.

Sponsor an After School Club!
This year's clubs will include chess, soccer, building with legos, drama, bugs, scrapbooking, newspaper, sewing, battle of the books, among other offerings.  If you'd like to sponsor a club either before or after school, please contact Tara at tprewitt@gmail.com or 304-0672.

Volunteer in the Classroom
Check with your child's teacher to see how you can help!

PTA
Join our PTA! Teachers, staff and families come together to support the International School mission. The support we receive from each of you is invaluable.

Dress Code

The Dress Code will be in effect at all times on campus and during all school related activities unless
otherwise specified by the school administration. Administration may change the dress code when
circumstances warrant.

The "School Logo" features a green apple and blue text. "School colors" refers to the
specific blue, green, and white in the school logo. "Uniform Section" refers to the area
in the given store dedicated to school uniforms.

Following is a list of acceptable clothing for each type listed.
SHIRTS--Shirts must be in the school colors with the school logo. Permitted shirt styles are as follows:
Polo (short- or long-sleeved) with buttons at the top 

Oxford (short- or long-sleeved) this shirt is required, 6th - 10th grade students. The shirt is
optional for all other grade levels.

School SPIRIT T-Shirt (boys/girls cut) available in white, grey and light blue. The shirt is optional
for all grade levels. The T-shirt can only be worn on FRIDAYS by all grade levels with jeans.
MYP students may change into the T-shirt for PE only.

SWEATSHIRTS/SWEATERS
Sweater and sweatshirts may be in the following solid colors only: the school colors, navy blue,
and khaki (tan). Sweatshirts/sweaters with hoods are not allowed. They can be purchased
from the school or a uniform section of a store. Logos are not required on these articles of
clothing.

COATS/JACKETS
There are no restrictions on weather appropriate clothing.

PANTS/SHORTS/SKORTS
Pants, shorts, and skorts must be khaki (tan) or navy blue in color from the uniform section with
either pleats or a flat front. They must be no shorter than fingertip length. STUDENTS may not
wear their pants below their hips and undergarments must never be seen.
Pants that are full-length, capri or cropped must be from the uniform section.
Shorts that are bermuda or cargo style are acceptable as long as they come from the uniform
section.  Jumpers, dresses, denim jeans or corduroy material are not acceptable.

FOOTWEAR
Shoes must be worn at all times and fully enclose the foot. ABSOLUTELY NO SANDALS.
The heel of a shoe can be no more than one inch in height.
Flip flops, backless shoes, open toe, platforms, high heels and sandals are not permissible.
"Heelys" (shoes or sneakers with wheels or in line skating mechanisms) or rubber slip- on shoes
are not allowed on campus.

OTHER
Spikes, and/or chains and/or jewelry/accessories that pose a hazard or distraction to self or
others are not permitted at Corrales International School.
Tattoos must be covered up at all times. 
 

  

Parent Drop-off/Pick-up

 

Some things to keep in mind are:

  1. These procedures were developed to keep all our students safe.
  2. Students may be dropped off or picked-up only in the designated lane
  3. Once you choose to use the drop-off/pick-up area you cannot back out or drive around.
  4. If you use the drop-off/pick-up area you must stay in your car. 
  5. If you prefer you can park in the designated areas and walk your child.
  6. If you are not within the drop-off/pick-up area you will need to wait.
  7. Only cars within the drop-off/pick-up area will be able to pick-up or drop-off students.
  8. If you have students needing assistance with their booster seats, you may want to park and walk your child.  The drop-off/pick-up lane needs to maintain a continuous flow.  
  9. You cannot drop/pick up your student(s) in the front of the school, during the times of 7:45-8:30 a.m. or 2:50-3:45 p.m. Please use the back parking lot.



 


IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES TO REMEMBER!

AUGUST 12 - ˇHola!Come by the school between 1:00 p.m - 3:00 p.m. and say "hola" to your child's teacher. This is an opportunity for you and your child to come by for a brief visit. Individual parent conferences are not possible on this day. Teachers will be busy getting their classrooms ready for Monday and could certainly use your help if you choose to stay longer than 10 minutes. 


AUGUST 15 - Monday. First Day of School

AUGUST 26- 5-8 pm Meet and Greet  (PTA is sponsoring this event and more information will be sent home with your student, please keep a look-out for this flyer)

SEPTEMBER 5- NO SCHOOL, Labor Day

SEPTEMBER 13--6-7pm IB PARENT ACADEMY, Come and learn what IB is all about!