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The Newsletter of the International School at Dundee
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Beg. Band Lessons 7:30a
Grade 3 Journeys Into American Indian Territory
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No Chorus
Grade 3 Art Show
School Hallway
4-7p
Spring Band & Orchestra Concert
Gym, 7p
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15
No Chorus
Early Release 1:15p
Playground Playdate
Crafts & Popsicles
on the blacktop
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K early dismissal 12p
Incoming
K Visitation, pm
ISD "Spirit" Sale
Front Circle
at Dismissal
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17
No Adv. Band
Grade 5 to visit EMS
12:15p
K Stamford Museum
& Nature Center school visit
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Beg. Band Lessons 7:30a
Full Band Party 7:45a
Sarah Bush to Grade 3 1-3p
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Pt. 1 Chorus
Return All Music
Book Fair
Through May 23
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Pt. 2 Chorus
Return All Music
Grade 3 to Bush-Holley House
Grade 5 ALP LA Shakespeare Performance 6:30p
Book Fair Family Night Presents:
Animal Embassy!
6:30-7:30p
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23
Board of Ed. Meeting
@ CMS 7p
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24
No Band Rehearsal
Field Day
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REGISTER ONLINE TODAY!
ISD Annual Beach Picnic - Saturday, June 1 - 4-7pm
Tod's Point Clambake Area
Live Music - Games - Food - Silent Auction - Raffle
Click on picture to sign up today!
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Message from our Principal
Dear ISD Parents,
On behalf of the staff and myself, I would like to thank you for the very special week we have experienced. The gifts and treats certainly made us feel appreciated but more important are the gratitude and appreciation you extend to us every day throughout the year. Students benefit most when home and school collaborate to maximize learning for every student.
Congratulations to our chorus members and Dr. Rogers for an outstanding concert on Wednesday evening. Working together with composer, Nick Page, who was sponsored by the PTA (thank you), they presented a fun, lively and interactive concert that everyone seemed to enjoy.
Speaking of the chorus, the district's Honor Choir, which includes many of our own chorus members, received high marks last weekend in a competition among school chorus groups from around the country. Congratulations to all of them for their hard work.
On Wed., 5/15, there is an early release day so students will be dismissed at 1:15. That afternoon, most of our teachers will begin their training of the new math units that will comprise our math curriculum. Training will also occur through the summer months as well, so as to prepare them for program implementation in the fall. The math text chosen to support the teaching of these units is called Math in Focus. It will be the primary resource for the teachers and students to use but other supplemental materials will also be utilized. Look for more details about our new math program in the future.
I want to remind you that if you have moved, changed your phone number or email, please contact the office immediately so we have up to date information. If you are planning to move out of town and your child will not be returning to ISD, please send me an email notifying me as such. Also, if you are interested in writing a letter regarding class placement, please refer to my original letter and note the due date is May 17th. Please be mindful that the information in your letters is considered in the process, along with the other information we already have on our students. Our goal is to create three classes, as evenly as possible. If you have any questions, please contact me.
Lastly, I wish all of you a happy Mother's Day! It's a great day to take stock of the important people in our lives and show our gratitude.
Sincerely,
Terry Ricci
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IMPORTANT BUDGET INFORMATION
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 Attention Families & Friends!
Do you want to see Digital Learning and/or MISA (the new GHS Music Instructional Space and Auditorium) happen?
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The Town's RTM is going to decide the fate of Digital Learning and MISA this Monday, May 13.
They are voting on whether to fund these projects and
they need to hear from you! Send an email today!
A list of email addresses for RTM members by district
is available at: http://RTMgreenwichschools.org and
on the Town of Greenwich site at:
http://www.greenwichct.org/Contact_Us/Search/1396/
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ISD VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
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Whether you work full-time,
part-time or manage a household
of children, there are several
volunteer positions that can be
done at home,from the office
& on the go. Please consider
volunteering for one or more
of the following:
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- School Supplies & Summer Skills Coordinator
- Spring Book Fair Evening Family Event Coordinator
- Emergency Early Release Coordinator
- Artsonia Art Editor
To volunteer, contact isdpta.volunteers@gmail.com
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ARTSONIA PHOTO EDITORS NEEDED
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Please consider volunteering for ISD's Artsonia virtual art gallery!
Help is needed to crop & enhance artwork using iphoto on Mac or basic photo editing tool on a PC. It is easy and requires basic computer knowledge. Mrs. Verdier will train you and be available for any questions or assistance.
Editing artwork is a volunteer job that busy parents can do from home. Commitment is only about 1 hour a week...day and time of your choice!
Thank you!
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AFTERS UPDATE
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Monday
Cartooning, Mini Sports,
Around the World
May 13, 20
(no school May 27), June 3 | Tuesday
Chess, Pottery, Dodgeball/
Soccer, Kids in the Kitchen
May 14, 21, 28 | Wednesday
Wake Up Run & Fit
May 15, 22, 29
Yoga, Kids in the Kitchen,
Fencing
May 22, 29; June 5, 12 | Thursday
Improv, Kids in the Kitchen
May 16, 23, 30
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Zumba
May 24, 31 (no class May 17)
June 7
Kickball/Tag
May 17, 24, 31 |
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BAND NEWS - SPRING CONCERT
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May 14
1:45p school performance
6:30p warm up for evening performance
7p evening performance
May 20
7:45a band party. Please bring breakfast goodies and beverages to share. Contact Mr. Strange for more information.
Summer Music & Art Camp
Students 3rd-8th grade can participate in the Greenwich Summer Music & Art Camp at Greenwich High School.
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CHARACTER CORNER
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The Character Corner would like to thank the following students and families for their kindness and charitable acts.
John R. and family for their generous support for HALO by donating funds earned by recycling cans and bottles. John R. and family, we truly cannot thank you enough for all your support.
Liam and Chase K. for helping to rebuild houses in Staten Island and Brooklyn over spring break with your church. Your unselfish acts never cease to amaze and inspire all of us. Keep up the great work.
Ellie E. for helping to clean the beach of garbage in honor of Earth Day. Way to go, Ellie. We are so proud of you!
The children in Mrs. Martin's class for helping to clean the playground in honor of Earth Day. Wonderful job, boys and girls. Keep up the wonderful work.
Jessie M. for being this year's ISD community service representative. She represented our school at the Community Service Award Ceremony on April 2, 2013. Way to go, Jessie.
Keep up the incredible work EVERYONE, and always remember:
"No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted."
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FIRST GRADE BOOK DRIVE
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This Year's First Grade Book
Drive is scheduled for May 29
through June 5. We would love to have books in gently used
condition for children of all
ages. We also need a small
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Please check your bookshelves for extra books or those no longer in use and bring them in.
Tables will be set up on the main floor across from the Computer Lab on May 28 for your donations.
All donated books will be counted and bagged by the first graders on June 5. They will then be delivered to the Children's Collective in Rye, NY. From there, books will be separated and distributed to needy preschools, elementary schools, day care centers and shelters in the surrounding communities.
Nothing is more exciting in first grade than learning to read
THANK YOU in advance for helping us help others.
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SAVE THE DATE
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WEDNESDAY
MAY 15
Early Dismissal
Join us in creating
Look & Find Jars and discover what is hidding at the beach!
All in celebration of our 3rd Annual Beach Picnic, June 1
@ Tod's Point!
**SUPPORT ISD PTA**
Donate to the beach picnic silent auction or contribute to the raffle.
to the Playground Playdate on May 15.
Thank you for your support!
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Shop, Buy, Save!
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Thursday, May 16
after school
in the front circle
Great ISD gear for sale!
Grab a water bottle for Field Day before they sell out!
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MARK YOUR
CALENDAR
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Grade 5 Parent
Orientation at EMS
Tuesday, May 28
7-9p
Beach Picnic
Saturday, June 1
4-7pm
Tod's Point Clambake
5th Grade Exhibition
June 5-6
PTA General Membership
Meeting & Volunteer
Breakfast
Wednesday, June 12
8:15am in the Cafe
Last Day of School
Monday, June 24
Dismissal 1:15pm
* Field Day rain date May 31
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Review PTA Bylaws
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ISD's PTA Bylaws have been updated and in accordance with CT PTSA are submitted every 3 years for review. The PTA Membership will be voting on the changes/updates at our June 14 General membership meeting. Copies of the Bylaws are available in the school office for PTA members for review May 10-June 14. If you have questions regarding the Proposed Bylaws please contact PTA Secretary Liz Kirkpatrick.
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FIELD DAY LUNCHES
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Reminder: All lunches for Field Day 5/24 must be
pre-ordered and forms must be returned to the office by Monday, 5/13.
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GREEN DRAGON
UPDATE
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In the United States, 4 billion drink boxes are consumed every year. These drink boxes can take 300 years to break down. If you drink juice on the go, consider buying a large container and pouring some into a reusable bottle instead. And if you need to use a drink box, don't forget to recycle it.
The Green Schools Committee
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CLASSICAL CAFE
REMINDER
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Held during your child's regularly scheduled lunch period. Parents are invited
to bring their own lunch and join the fun.
Last date: June 13
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Lost & Found
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Take me home!
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
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Beach Boys Concert
to Benefit DART
Saturday, June 1
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Contact Information | | |
The International School at Dundee
55 Florence Road
Riverside, CT 06878
Office: 203-637-3800
OGRCC Child Care: 203-637-3659 |
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DRAGON TALES
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Deadline for Submission: Wednesday by 4pm
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