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DAYCARE AND ASA DURING PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES
During Parent-Teacher conferences some ASA classes are not scheduled and some are. Check the schedule carefully.
Daycare is a service we provide for parents, and during the time of your parent-teacher conferences only, you will not be charged for daycare.
However, if you leave your child before or after your meeting then you will be charged. Please advise the daycare staff of your meeting time when you leave the campus with your children.
Pre-K to 5th grade: Oct. 20-23rd. No daycare registration needed.
6-8th grade: Oct. 23 from 1-6 p.m. and Oct. 24 from 12:30-3 p.m. Mandatory daycare registration to:
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MINIMUM DAY: FRIDAY,
OCTOBER 24.
Daycare will be available until 6 p.m.
Please send an email before Tuesday, October 21 to:
if your child will stay for the afternoon.
Registration is mandatory.
School ends at 11:45 a.m. for PK0-5th grade and noon for grades 6-8th.
Minimum Days Workshop:
Friday, October 24
from 12:30-3:30 p.m.
Robotics: for 3-8th grade:
Price is $60.Children will learn how to construct dozens of fully functioning, programmable robots. This class is a hands-on and project-based learning class, it's educational and fun. It will enhance creativity and problem-solving skills and students will learn about the latest trends in robotics.
Spooking Sewing:
1st-8th grade
with Jennifer. Price $45. Would you like your kids to make their own bag to haunt the town and gather candy? Children make their very own trick or treat bag with terrific embellishments glowing in the dark, in just one class!!!
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FALL BREAK CAMP 2014
Our 2014 Fall Break Camp is offered from October 27 to October 31 from 8-5 p.m.
For full day camp the price is $275 per week.
Half day camp from 8-12 noon is $225 per week.
Surf camp is from 9:30-12:30 p.m. ($330 per week).
For more info about the camp themes please download the
pdf form.
To register and pay for Fall Break Camp, click
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THE FRENCH ÉPICERIE ON CAMPUS TOMORROW
French Épicerie will be on campus tomorrow morning. The French Épicerie provides Fine French Food and French cooking classes in Southern California.
They will be offering brioches au sucre, chouquettes, lemon olive oil cake and other surprises!
They will also be selling gourmet tea from Le Palais des Thés to accompany sweet treats. Perfect if you are craving traditional French pastries at breakfast or for snack!
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HIGH SCHOOL INFORMATION NIGHT: NOVEMBER 6, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.
Parents and Students of the 7th and 8th grades
are invited to an
informational session
on the various options for high school.
Some alumni
from private and public
highschools
will be available for a question and
answer session.
For more information, contact
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PARENT
STUDENT
HANDBOOK
2014-2015
The new Parent-Student Handbook is now available on the school website in the parent portal. You will need the username and password, which were sent in the back to school letter. If you do not have this information, contact admin@ sdfrenchschool.org
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THE 7TH ANNUAL FALL FEST
Come and visit our SDFAS booth at the 7th annual Fall Fest on Avenida De La Playa at La Jolla Shores.
Wednesday, October 22 from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Ticket are $7, $10 on the day of the event.
Ticket include: Food Samples, painting, live music and much more!
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BREAD SALE
Various breads are available every Tuesday at pick-up time on the school playground.
What: Baguette and other specialty breads from Bread and Cie. will be sold at SDFAS every Tuesday afternoon. Baguettes will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis.
Why: To raise money for the families participating in the Dallas Theater Festival.
When: Every Tuesday afternoon from 2:45-4:00 (if you are unable to pick it up at this time, please ask Valérie for special arrangements).
Where: SDFAS K-8th blacktop.
Please fill out the Order Form if you would like to order specialty breads or large quantities of baguettes!
You can also email your order to Valérie before 4 p.m. on Fridays. Cash or check only (payable to SDFAS).
THANK YOU.
Questions can be directed to: Valérie,
vasensio@sdfrenchschool.org
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Thank you for your support.
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COMMENTS?
If you have any questions or comments regarding this publication, do not hesitate to contact our editor, Emily Sims at
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The SDFAS Parent Association
L'association des parents
The SDFAS Parent Association had their first meeting last night. Pictured are members, from left to right: Lydia Inostroza, Elizabeth Kenzelmann, Keri Belhon, Alexander Couric, Amy Allemann and Laurent Gelibert. Not pictured: Max Moussighi and Jacob Johnston. Please see below for more information on the PA and how to be involved.
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La journée des grands-parents: un grand succès!
Grandparents Day: A Big Success!
Yesterday, SDFAS opened its doors to grandparents. It was a very special day for all. Grandparents and special friends were able to visit their grandchildren in their classrooms and share their favorite vacation memories. A lot of joy could be felt around campus!
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Greetings! ,
Beyond the language skills and the academic rigor, there are many reasons for choosing an international school like SDFAS. One, of course, is that we are dedicated to giving our children an abundance of opportunities.
Your financial support has always been, and continues to be fundamental to providing these opportunities. We sincerely thank all of you who have helped improve the learning environment at SDFAS; from the library collection to technology, from sports equipment to professional development, the scholarship program, and so much more.
Next week is "Giving Week." We will welcome you on campus each morning and afternoon. Please take this time to support SDFAS at a financial level that is comfortable for you. Your donation to the annual fund matters. Thank you for your trust!
Véronique Rahmati,
Development Officer
Au-delà des compétences linguistiques et d'un enseignement rigoureux, de nombreuses raisons nous poussent à choisir une école internationale comme SDFAS. Entre autres, nous souhaitons offrir à nos enfants une multitude d'opportunités.
Votre soutien financier est, et continue d'être essentiel pour nous permettre de leur offrir ces opportunités. Nous remercions très sincèrement tous ceux qui ont contribué à améliorer le campus et les programmes, de l'achat d'outils pédagogiques et technologiques en passant par les sorties scolaires, des suppléments au programme de bourses scolaires et à la formation continue des enseignants.
La semaine prochaine aura lieu "La Semaine de la Philanthropie". Nous serons heureux de vous accueillir sur le campus chaque matin et après-midi. Nous comptons sur votre soutien financier à un niveau convenant à votre famille.
Votre participation au fonds annuel est importante. Nous vous remercions pour votre confiance!
Véronique Rahmati,
Chargée du Développement
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Vendredi 24 octobre: La fête d'Halloween
Friday October 24: SDFAS Halloween Celebration
 Each division of the school will be holding a different Halloween celebration on October 24. Please find the schedule per school below. October 24 is a minimum day. The students are dismissed at 11:45 (PreK-5th) or at 12:00 (Middle School).
Preschool:
8:45: Children arrive at school wearing their costumes. Pictures taken in front of the "Halloween background."
9:30: Children parade around the school.
10:00: Snack time in the classroom, parents are welcome to join.
10:30: Regular school activities resume until 11:45 A.M. This is a half-day.
Elementary:
Students arrive at school in costume but will be in class for the first two periods so please avoid costumes that are too bulky. Children may only wear masks during the flash mob, for liability reasons students are not permitted to enter the school with their masks.
10:00 - 10:15: Recess as usual.
10:15: Flash Mob!
11:00 - 11:45: Snack in the classroom with the parents.
Important reminder about costumes: Avoid any accessories that can harm such as weapons, sticks, and swords. Thank you for your understanding.
Rappel important sur les costumes: éviter les accessoires pouvant blesser (épée, bâton...). Merci.
Middle School:
Students are welcome to come to school in costume. Class will be in session as usual until 11 a.m., followed by a Halloween Potluck organized by the Room Parents and a Costume Contest in the Middle School area from
11:00-12:30: Halloween Potluck. Parents are welcome to join.
Please note that there may be minor changes in the program.
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Journée portes ouvertes: 12 novembre
SDFAS Open House: November 12
 SDFAS will host an open house for prospective families of children entering preschool, kindergarten and first grade.
Please pass along the information to your friends who are interested in finding out more about our school. They will be able to join us for coffee and croissants, a tour of the campus, and learn about the value of our unique multi-cultural environment and rigorous curriculum. This event is for adults and no child care is provided.
RSVP with the name of the adult and birthdate of the child: admissions@sdfrenchschool.org
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Click HERE for the minutes of the first school council meeting that was held on October, 6.
Most of you have heard of the School Council, but there are still many questions from our parents on what it is, how it functions and how you can be involved. As outlined in the Parent-Student Handbook 2014-2015 (available on the website), the members of the School Council represent all constituents of the school: students, parents, faculty, and administration. There are three meetings per year and following each meeting, the minutes are posted on the parents section of the school website. Each cycle of the school (Cycle I, Cycle II, Cycle III and Middle School) is represented by a room parent, a teacher, and the coordinator/director of each division: pre-elementary, elementary, and middle school.
For cycle representatives and more information on the function of the School Council, click HERE.
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Message de l'association des parents
The Parents Association would like to welcome all of you to a fun-filled and exciting year at SDFAS!
We would also like to explain what we do and how we can help you get the most out of your experience as a proud parent of a child attending SDFAS.
Without further ado, here is a list of our main tasks and objectives:
We meet regularly in order to plan major SDFAS events.
These community events nurture and maintain our vibrant school spirit. Some of these events, such as the La Jolla Christmas parade, also give us the chance to promote the school by getting involved within the larger San Diego community.
We encourage interaction between parents and the administration.
Offering several opportunities to volunteer throughout the year, the PA facilitates a working relationship between parents and staff. The Marché de Noël, for example, is a great chance for parents to show their support and participate.
We host Headmaster chats, during which the Headmaster can address parents' concerns in an open and inviting forum.
We organize Parent Socials, which, like all of the above, reinforces our community thereby helping to guarantee that we, and our children, belong to an engaged and fun collective.
To volunteer for upcoming events, or to share an idea you may have for one, please send an email to pa@sdfrenchschool.org.
Wishing you and your lovely children a year filled with sweet memories!
The Parents Association
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Soleil et santé à la maternelle
Sun Protection Project at SDFAS
 Thanks to our school nurse, Genesis, the school recently received a donation of sunscreen samples for our children.
They will be used as a learning tool in the classroom to help educate our students. Samples will be distributed to students in 1st- 8th grades.
This project will also remind them to use sun protection,such as sunscreens, hats, long sleeves and sunglasses.
Dr. Lupton, a dermatologist and parent of the school offers a few reminders:
- Use UVA/UVB protection and 30-50 SPF.
- Put sunscreen on your children every morning before school and sunscreen should be reapplied in the afternoon, especially if they are in any sports after school.
- In general use creams rather than sprays. The spray formulations do not cover as well and many times it gets lost in the air.
For additional information:
American Academy of Dermatology (www.aad.org)
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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On October 9, SDFAS had the opportunity to welcome a French scientist, Jean-François Briand, who is doing research on genetic mutations and rare diseases -- work which is supported by a joint MLF - Telethon project. He was in town for the Oligonucleotide Therapeutics Society conference and, as part of the "1,000 chercheurs dans les écoles" project in France, he offered to give a presentation to our 8th graders.
While the topics are complex, Mr. Briand adapted his presentation to our very attentive 8th graders and included video and other visuals to illustrate the concepts. Mr. Briand's presentation comes at a very fortuitous time, given that our 8th graders are currently studying genetics in Science with Ms. Jacoway, and also participating in a cross-curricular project with Mr. Goncalves (Mr.G), wherein they will debate the ethical questions surrounding genetic manipulation.
Following the debate, the 8th graders will have the opportunity to learn from another guest speaker and longtime member of the SDFAS community, Dr. Diego Miralles. Dr. Miralles will focus his talk on the ethics of genetic therapy and engineering, and will introduce a new perspective to the students, which will inspire continuous dialogue and learning even after their unit has concluded!
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Résultats sportifs
Varsity Volleyball Team: 
Congratulations to the Girls Varsity Volleyball team for their victory against Chabad Hebrew Day School last week! The team was led by Chantal Lanatta, Jacqueline Best, Solène Lecré, Gabriella Riché, Léna Albatro, Victoria Bayardo, and Isabella Shiff.
Next Game: October 16th at Christian Calvary Vista.
Girls Cross-Country
The Girls Cross-Country team remains undefeated this season, with their recent 1st place finish at the La Jolla Shores meet! Congratulations to Isabel Miralles, Maxine Arambulo, and Lexine Arambulo for placing in the top three for their age groups!
Next Meet: October 21st at Miramar Lake.
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What's Coming Up?
- October 13-17: Book Fair
- October 13-17: 6th and 7th grade field trips
- October 15: Grandparents Day
- October 23: Middle School Parent-Teacher Conferences, 1:00-6:00 p.m.
- October 24: Middle School Parent-Teacher Conferences, 12:30-3:00 p.m.
- October 23: Donation Matching Day
- October 20-24: Giving Week
- October 24: Halloween Celebration and Minimum Day
- October 27-31: Fall Break and Fall Camp
- November 6: High School Information Night
- November 12: Open House PK, Kindergarten, and 1st Grade 8:30 a.m.
- November 19: Mini-forum PK2, Kinder
- November 26: Thanksgiving Lunch, Minimum Day
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