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 International Baccalaureate Learner Profile http://blogs.ibo.org/ibtv/2009/05/18/ib-learner-profile/ What are these "Learner Profile" qualities? Inquirers-I am curious and know how to discover answers to many of my questions . I love to learn! Thinkers-I use my thinking skills to make good choices and solve problems. Communicators-I understand and share ideas in more than one language. Risk Takers-I try new things, love to explore, and confidently share my experiences. Knowledgeable-I explore big ideas that are important. I know and can do a lot of important things. Principled-I am fair and honest. I can make good decisions about what is right and wrong for me. Caring-I am concerned about other people's needs and feelings. I believe it is important to help others. Open-Minded-I am comfortable with differences. I welcome and respect other people's points of views and ways of doing things. Balanced-To be healthy, it is important for me to balance the needs of my mind and body. Reflective-I think about and discuss my learning, skills, and products. PYP: Primary Years Program (K-5) http://blogs.ibo.org/ibtv/2010/05/28/education-for-a-better-world-the-ib-primary-years-programme/ MYP: Middle Years Program (6-8) http://blogs.ibo.org/ibtv/2010/05/28/education-for-a-better-world-the-ib-middle-years-programme/
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INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE
LEARNER PROFILE FOR MARCH
Reflective
Students who are REFLECTIVE know their strengths and weaknesses. They give thoughtful consideration to their own learning and consider their personal strengths and weaknesses in a constructive manner.
How can parents help to develop students who are Reflective at home?
- Spend time looking at work samples and journals. Ask them to talk about what they have learned and how they could apply that knowledge to the real world. Do they see areas that could be improved? Do they have areas that they feel confident in?
- Spend some time reviewing your child's report card with them. They should have the opportunity to look at this document and consider it as well. Discuss it with them and truly consider their thoughts on their strengths and areas for improvement.
- Consider the goals that your child could set for the next term. Make a list not only of the goals, but of specific actions that can be taken to achieve these goals. You might want to list action that your child will take independently as well as action parents will take to support them. For example, if one of the goals your child sets for herself is to improve her writing, her action might be to keep a journal and write in it for at least 10 minutes each night. As a parent, you might decide that the two of you will participate in shared writing, for 30 minutes each week and produce a book of narratives together.
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Dear CIS Families
NMBSA testing went very well last week. Our students are staying focused and hopefully having fun showing what they have learned at CIS. The students will continue to test this week on the NMSBA.
We've been having problems with our email service. Especially my email. If you receive any strange email from diaz@corralesinternationalschool.org or director@corralesinternationalschool.org, please don't open the email. I will be changing my email address soon. Meanwhile, this message is safe, it is from an online program called Constant Contact and the return address will now be that of our Office Manager Tara Armijo-Prewitt tara@corralesinternationalschool.org. Her email is still okay :)
MYP students (6th-10th) received report cards last week. PYP students will not receive report cards until the end of the school year. PYP students not meeting expectations will receive progress reports from their teacher this week. Those meeting expectations will not receive progress reports, since we recently had parent-teacher conferences.
The Jog-a-thon is this week. Please make sure your student brings in his/her pledge form. Students participating in the Jog-a-thon on Friday, do not wear their uniforms. Below is more information for the Jog-a-thon.
Also, don't forget our Spring Book Fair begins April 16th. We have some exciting things happening that week, ART Show and Choir performance.
Book Fair Luau: It's a Reading Celebration!
Warmest Regards
Dr. Elsy Diaz
Head Administrator
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In order to follow the state mandated SBA testing schedule, Please remember that Wednesday is a full day and Friday will be early dismissal.
Wednesday March 28- FULL DAY
Friday March 30- Early Dismissal
If you have a student in grades 3rd -10th, it is essential that you do not schedule any appointments for them during our testing schedule. Any students arriving late will not be allowed to enter the classroom to prevent disruption to test-takers. Please endeavor to ensure that your child arrives to school on time. Below are some testing tips for you to keep in mind to support your child.
Test Taking Tips for Parents
- It is important for your child to stay relaxed for the test.
- Let your child relax for a few hours before bedtime. Try to avoid stressful situations for your child.
- Encourage your child to do well but don't pressure him/her. You may stress him/her out.
- Keep a positive attitude about tests. Plan on celebrating the beginning and end of the testing period.
- Talk positively about the test with your child it will help relieve stress about test taking.
- Mark down test days on your calendar so you and your child are both aware of testing dates.
- Make sure that your child gets enough sleep on the night before the test.
- Make sure that your child gets up early enough so that he/she will be on time to school.
- Ensure that your child eats a healthy breakfast and avoid heavy foods that may make him/her groggy and avoid high sugar foods that may make him/her hyper.
- Praise/reward your child for doing their best on the test.
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KUDOS Congratulations to 5th grader Nate Hutchinson, Level 5 age 10-11 age group state champion gymnast! Great job Nate! Good luck at regionals in April in Colorado Springs!
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Upcoming PTA Elections
PTA Board Candidates, Voting Begins April 10th!
President:
Megan Walsh
My name is Megan Walsh and I have a Kindergartener and a 1st grader at CIS. I am interested in serving on the PTA Board because I have been consistently amazed at the opportunities our children have through CIS and its PTA. When I think about Maestra Gaby's PreKindergarten 3 week preparation, field trips, International Day, Book Fair and all of the other special events the PTA supports, I'm so excited to be a part of it! I am an independently licensed social worker in the field of adoption and love working with kids and families. I believe strongly that CIS is an incredible school with amazing teachers and administration. Our children will be best served by a respectful alliance between the PTA and school administration. By working toward common goals, we will further our children's education and create an inclusive, respectful community based on the needs of our kids.
Vice-President:
Carolyn Miney
In the Fall, I will have two daughters at CIS, Charlotte (soon to be 2nd grader) and Josephine (soon to be kindergartener), the left and right ventricles of my heart. I spent more time selecting this school for them than I care to admit ;-). With that said, over the past two years as member of the PTA, I have come to learn the importance of this organization to our school. I'm not sure every CIS parent understands the role of our PTA and that is what I would like to change as PTA Vice-president.
First of all, a primary function of a PTA is to build community in a school. Many of us see each other everyday, but would have difficulty putting a name with the familiar face. I believe a voluntary school directory can be an important way of building community. Since I am an instructional technologist, I'd naturally like to create it online and make print copies available at the school for those families that aren't addicted to the Internet like ours ;-).
Second, I think we need to make sure more information reaches more parents who aren't attending PTA meetings. Perhaps a PTA newsletter could reach those parents.
Third, parent involvement is the key to the success of every student. I would like to partner with teachers and administration to develop a week of activities dedicated to educating parents about how they can be involved in their child's school life.
If you like what you've read so far, feel free to drop me a line anytime. I would love to hear more thoughts and opinions from other parents. I'm on Facebook. And don't forget to cast your vote...April 10, 2012!
Vice-President:
Amanda Cohen-Bandy
Amanda is mom to first-grader,Harlan Bandy and kindergartener Bibi Bandy.
Treasurer:
Abbie Jackson
My name is Abbie Jackson and I am the proud parent of two children at CIS; Hannah, who is in 7th grade, and Alexander, who is in kindergarten. This is our first year at CIS and I am very proud to be a part of such a great school. I believe that being actively involved in supporting our school is essential the success of a student, and the PTA plays such an important role in involvement, doing everything from fundraising, to organizing functions, to providing recognition for the teachers. For this reason I am pursuing a more active role within the PTA, that of Treasure. Although I do not have a background in accounting I am confident that I will be able to fulfill all duties that the position requires. This is my second year as a stay-at-home mom, which allows me the time necessary to contribute a full effort towards the position. I believe that the current board has done a very good job in their duties, and I can only add to the strengths that are already there. Although we are new to the school and still learning the ropes, I am eager to get to know everyone and do all that I can to contribute to the continued success of the school.
My name is Tonia Padilla and I am your current CIS PTA Treasurer. I am also the proud mommy to two girls here at CIS. I have been involved with CIS since the first day the doors were opened. During this time, I served as the first school advisory council chair person. I have also served as "Room Mom" for my daughters' classrooms. Most recently, I have had the opportunity to be your treasure since February 2010. As a PTA board member, I have enjoyed being able help fund fieldtrips, teacher wish lists, and family events. My term is up this June and I am now running for secretary. I feel that my experience, organizational strengths, and attention to detail will be an asset to the incoming board. I have also developed a close relationship with the State PTA of New Mexico. I have learned so much over the past two years that I would be honored to continue and share with others.
Secretary:
Anna Prewitt
I am a proud mom of three boys, Oliver (2nd grader), Max (Kinder) and Elliot. Some of you may know me from such past hits as Bug Club 2010 to present and as the Kinder SAC representative this year. I've also pestered you as membership chair last year as well as volunteered at numerous school functions since my kiddos have had the fortune of being a part of this inspiring school. As a candidate for PTA secretary I confidently feel I can take notes and keep minutes. I also would love the opportunity to build upon the hard work the PTA board has begun with fundraising work while increasing our focus on community building and parent involvement. One area I would love to help PTA focus our goals on for the coming year is in providing resources and opportunities for greater family involvement and building our school community. Whomever you vote for (me!me!me!) please vote, participate in PTA and be an active part of our great school community.
The PTA Steering Committee would like to thank all candidates for their interest in joining the CIS PTA executive board! Elections will be held online via email invitations sent to members starting April 10th. The next PTA meeting will be April 10th and computers will be available for those needing access to a computer in order to vote.
If you would like to become a member of PTA, there is a $5 fee and applications can be found on our school website! Please get involved and make a difference for our kids!
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CIS Jog-A-Thon
CIS Jog-A-Thon is Friday March 30th.
REMEMBER: students must turn in pledge forms on March 30th and have all final donations in by April 6th. So this is your last week to get sponsors/pledges! Funds raised with this event will contribute to PTA services provided to students and teachers, including field trips, after school clubs and a Poster Maker requested by CIS teachers and administration!!! Families are welcome to come cheer on our runners!
Students need to wear appropriate attire for the event, i.e. shorts, shoes, hat, and sun-block.
Families are welcome to come and cheer on your joggers, and volunteer! Please contact Abbie Jackson @ abbyj76@yahoo.com if you have any questions about the event or are able to assist.
Schedule:
- 9:00 am Jog-A-Thon begins with grades K-1
- 9:20 am Jog-A-Thon continues with grades 2-3
- 9:40 am Jog-A-Thon continues with grades 4-5
- 10:00 am Jog-A-Thon concludes with grades 6-7
- 10:20 am Jog-A-Thon concludes with grades 8-10
Let's go CIS!!!
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CIS Flashback Yearbook
We Need your Photos!
The Flashback yearbook staff is gathering photos to include in our 2010-2011 yearbook, The CIS Flashback. While our photographers will be snapping photos on campus, we are looking for candid photos from all grades: in the classroom, at play, field trips, functions, presentations, etc. We need these as soon as possible because our deadline is rapidly approaching! You can your digital photos to us by:
- Burning them to a CD and give them to Miss Patti at the front desk. (Put your name and number on it if you would like it returned.)
- Bring by your camera (with cord) for us to copy them onto our computer.
- Copy them on a flash drive and drop it off.
- If you have paper photos, drop them off to be scanned.
Prepare your Dedications and Advertisements!
Don't forget to turn in your Yearbook order forms as soon as possible! Write a note to your child, a teacher or a friend and it will be published for a low fee in the Dedications section of the yearbook. Those of you in our community with businesses to advertise, we invite you to support the CIS Flashback by purchasing advertisement space in our yearbook!
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SBA NEWS
Dear CIS Community,
Standards-Based Assessment, or SBA, time of year is here! CIS has begun extra tutoring in preparation for SBA. Students are being prepared by working with practice tests and released items, as well as receiving the high quality teaching that goes on all year at CIS!
As you may know, the New Mexico Public Education Department will not calculate AYP this year. The state is transitioning to the A-F School Rating System scale, and was granted a waiver from NCLB. However, SBA is still VERY IMPORTANT for our standing as a top-notch school and SBA scores will be used to calculate our A-F rating.
SBA will be from March 20- April 6, with make up testing the following week if needed. Please have your student at school well rested and on time during these two weeks. Please keep your student home for illness only if absolutely necessary.
In order to follow the state mandated SBA testing schedule, two Wednesdays will be full day and two Fridays will be early dismissal.
Wednesday March 21- FULL DAY
Friday, March 23- Early Dismissal
Wednesday March 28- FULL DAY
Friday March 30- Early Dismissal
Students will be testing for half of the school day, either in the morning or the afternoon depending on the day. We are not testing on Monday or Friday except for make-ups.
With everybody's cooperation we can have a successful SBA testing again this year!
We appreciate your support during testing!
Please address any questions about SBA to your classroom teacher or myself at lara@corralesinternationalschool.org
Sincerely,
Lara Groff
Testing Coordinator
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Unfortunately, CIS will not be offering a summer program this year.
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CIS CENTENNIAL MURAL PROJECT Our fantastic and dedicated art teacher, Mrs. Giannini, is sponsoring a CIS Centennial Mural Project each Saturday from 11am to 1pm at CIS until April 21st (excluding Spring Break). Participation is not mandatory and participants will be eligible for extra credit in both art and history classes. The final mural product will be submitted by students to the Children's Art Competition at the Madrid Art Festival, April 22, 2012! | |
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Wednesday, March 28
NO EARLY REALEASE--FULL DAY OF SCHOOL
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