Dragon Tales: ISD News - Friday, June 7, 2013

The Newsletter of the International School at Dundee

Friday

June 7, 2013

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
10 Beg. Band Lessons Gr. 2 Student Led Conf. Thru June 17 ----------------->	11 Gr. 5 Chorus Only 8a K Stamford Museum Visit at ISD	12 8:15a, Volunteer Breakfast Followed by PTA Meeting, Café K F Student Led Conferences, 9-9:30a Gr. 1 Bruce Museum at ISD -- Butterflies 9a-1:30p	13 Gr. 5 Boston Trip Classical Café	14 No AM Band Adv. Band Lessons Gr. 5 Boston Trip K S Student Led Conferences 8:45-9:15a Gr. 2 Botanical Garden 9:30a-2:45p
17 Beg. Band Lessons	18 No Chorus K P Student Led Conferences, 9-9:30a	19 No Chorus	20 Board of Ed. Meeting, GHS, 7p	21 No AM Band Adv. Band Lessons Gr. 5 Moving Up Ceremony, 1p
24 Last Day of School Early Release, 1:15pm

Message from our Principal

Dear ISD Parents,

If you attended any of the group presentations from the Gr. 5 Exhibition, you know how hard our students, teachers and mentors have worked throughout this process. What was presented on stage was the culmination of researching topics, synthesizing new learning and finally, showcasing that new learning in a very public and creative manner. I am so proud of each and everyone of our fifth graders. Congratulations to them all!

Congratulations also go out to ISD parent, Stacy Loveless, who was nominated by our community for the Essence Award. This award is presented annually to a well-deserving school volunteer. Mrs. Loveless, a former ISD PTA Pres., was an ideal candidate given how much time and energy she gives to our staff and school.

Speaking of volunteers, this Wednesday, June 12, the staff and I are hosting our annual Volunteer Breakfast for everyone who has given of their time to helping our school in any way. It will be held in the café beginning at 8:15. Please try to come so we may honor you.

It has come to my attention that traffic has escalated, especially at dismissal time, primarily due to cars lining up on Florence Road to wait to enter the circle. This is causing a dangerous situation as the buses, which need to leave first, are needing to travel in the wrong lane as they circle around the waiting cars. Please refrain from this practice if you are one of these drivers. Either plan to arrive a few minutes later when the circle opens for cars or park your car and walk to wait in the front circle for your child. Please be mindful of everyone's safety.

In closing, I want to thank all who were involved with the annual beach picnic held last Saturday and those who also attended and participated in the auction and raffle. It was a great day in every way. As I have said many times in the past, all these wonderful events require time and cooperation from so many but they contribute significantly to enhancing the quality of a school's culture.

Sincerely,

Terry Ricci

THANK YOU ISD VOLUNTEERS

Our ISD staff will host their annual Volunteer Breakfast to say thank you for all that is done to help them during the year.

Wednesday, June 12

8:15 am in the Cafe

Enjoy breakfast prepared by the staff, mingle with friends, reflect on all the positive work accomplished throughout the year, and vote on revised bylaws as well as proposed candidates for another great year for our children at ISD!

PTA EXECUTIVE BOARD VOTE WEDNESDAY

Election of the PTA Executive Board will occur at the

Volunteer Breakfast Wednesday, June 12

The ISD PTA Nominating Committee has completed the nominating process for the 2013-14 Executive Board. The proposed Executive Board

is as follows:

President - outgoing	Vera Merrill
President - incoming	Patricia Carey
Secretary	Debra Hess
Treasurer	Susan Decker
VP Education	Jackie Mendive
VP Enrichment	Suzanne Aysseh
VP Events	Margaret Mullen
VP Events	Kysa Englund
VP Fundraising - outgoing	Bina Srinivasan
VP Fundraising - incoming	Jennifer Lowitt
VP Outreach	Maria Merrill
VP Volunteers	Carisa Sykes

SCHOOL SUPPLIES ORDERS FOR 2013-2014

The ISD PTA is again providing the opportunity to pre-order school supplies for the upcoming school year. Avoid shopping hassles, crowds, and guesswork. Use the forms sent home in your child's folder or order online. The supplies will be waiting for your child in his/her classroom on the first day of school.

Order deadline is Friday, June 21.

Contact Patricia Carey with questions.

(If you choose not to use this service, you may purchase your own supplies, keeping as close to the list as possible.)

ORDER ISD PERFORMANCES ON DVD

Relive the moment. Share memories with friends and family members who could not be there. Wonderful keepsake to cherish for years to come!

ISD Performances on DVD available for purchase.

SUMMER SKILL REVIEW BOOKS

You may order Summer Skill Review Books for math, language arts, keyboarding, Spanish, and French language skills. These are by no means required: however, you might wish to use them to maintain your child's skill in these areas over the summer. Since they are review material, you will want to order the book for the grade level your child is leaving. If you have questions about the appropriate level please ask your child's classroom teacher. Sample copies of the books as well as order forms are available in the office. Contact Emma Eschricht with questions.

CLASSICAL CAFE REMINDER

LAST DATE: JUNE 13

Held during your child's regularly scheduled lunch period. Parents are invited to bring their own lunch and join the fun.

Review PTA Bylaws

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 12 General membership meeting. Copies of the Bylaws are available in the school office for PTA members for review through June 12. If you have questions regarding the Proposed Bylaws please contact PTA Secretary Liz Kirkpatrick.

BOARD of ED UPDATE

Click for updated information on facility utilization & racial balance.

LAST CHANCE FOR

LOST & FOUND!

Please check the lost and found for your child's things. All items not picked up by Friday, June 21 will be donated to Neighbor to Neighbor. Thank you.

GREEN DRAGON

UPDATE

The picnic and grilling season are upon us. What better way to enjoy fresh air, beautiful surroundings, and the company of family and friends. When packing your picnic basket or cooler, take a moment to think green. Consider cloth napkins and table cloths and reusable containers and utensils. If you must use disposable items, try to choose those that can be recycled or come from renewable sources.

The Green Schools Committee