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The Newsletter of the International School at Dundee
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NO SCHOOL:
Martin Luther
King, Jr. Day
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Beg. Orch. 7:45a
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Math in Focus
Parent Coffee
8:30-11:30a, Room 900, science wing GHS
CT Science Gr. 3
10a-2p
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Chorus Part 2, 7:55a
Band Lessons
Gr. 5 Parent Mtg. Puberty 9-9:45a, Cafe
BoE WMS 7p
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7:45a Before-School Band
Band Lessons
9a Principal Presentation: Understanding Your Child's Test Scores, Cafe
6p Movie Night
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Afters Begin
Adv. Orch. Rehearsal 7:45a
Magnet Open House 7p
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Chorus Part 1 7:55a
Beg. Orch. Gr. 3 7:45a
Gr. 3-5 Sarah Weeks, 9a-2p
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Adv. Orch. Rehearsal 7:45a
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Chorus Part 2, 7:55a
Band Lessons
CT Science Center
Gr. 4
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7:45a Before-School Band
Band Lessons
Gr. 1 Animal Embassy 9a-12p
9a SES Program Eastern Network Executive Functioning, Cafe |
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Dear ISD Parents,
The Asst. Superintendent and Director of Curriculum, Mrs. Parisi and Mrs. Sheila Civale, Math Coordinator, have arranged to have a trainer from the Math in Focus program be available for a parent session next Wednesday, January 22nd from 8:30 to 11:30 at Greenwich High School. If you are able to attend even for a short time, I would urge you to do so. This trainer provided some of the training we received and he was engaging and very knowledgeable about the program. Coincidentally, the teachers and I will participate in a training session after school on the same day on the subject of Math at our faculty meeting after school. The Eastern network coach will be here to speak about Think Central, a component of the new math program that contains many digital tools and information to support math teaching.
Last week I held the first magnet school information session. The next information session will be held Monday evening, January 27th at 7 pm. If you know of someone who may be interested in applying to our school for the '14-'15 school year, please let them know about the session. Applications are available on the district's website, as well as on our school's website. The deadline for applying is Friday, February 28th. If you are an ISD magnet family and have an incoming kindergartner, you need to fill out an application. Speaking of kindergarten, our orientation program for parents will be held Friday, February 21st at 9:15 am. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Thank you to Sarah Zeegen and Suzanne Aysseh for planning and coordinating the two Science nights held this week. They were not only fun and entertaining but they provided a lot of learning for both students and parents.
Sincerely,
Terry Ricci
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NEWS
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SCIENCE MONTH
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Science Night Discoveries!
This week, the ISD PTA hosted two Science Nights presented by Mad Science. Students watched the "Up, Up and Away" presentation and participated in four hands-on discovery stations. This year's Science Nights had the highest turnout we've ever had and it was great to see the children's excitement as they saw science come to life. Thank you to Sarah Zeegen and Suzanne Aysseh for organizing this wonderful and enriching night.
 This enrichment program was organized and paid for by the ISD PTA. Thank you ISD families for your membership and financial support.
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FROM THE PTA TREASURER
Tax Forms Available
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If you donated $250 or more to the 2013/14 ISD PTA Membership Drive, you should have recently received a letter from us for tax purposes. If you have not received a letter or you have questions about your donation, please contact Susan Decker at isdpta.treasurer@gmail.com.
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AFTERS UPDATE
Winter Registration
Closes Tonight
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Winter Registration will close tonight - Friday, January 17.
Don't miss a chance to enroll in a class for this Afters session. Some classes have filled their open spots this week and will be closed when trying to enroll. This is because the class has reached its maximum number of children. Log on to www.isdptaonline.com/afters to view available classes.
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PTA MEMBERSHIP
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Click here for a membership form.
Membership contributions of $15 or higher receive a complimentary ISD directory.
Additional directories can be purchased for $10
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MOVIE NIGHT
JANUARY 24
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Friday January 24: Save the Date for ISD Movie Night - we will be showing The Croods!
The Croods is a prehistoric comedy adventure that follows the world's first family as they embark on a journey of a lifetime when the cave that has always shielded them from danger is destroyed. Traveling across a spectacular landscape, the Croods discover an incredible new world filled with fantastic creatures -- and their outlook is changed forever. Rated PG.
Written by DreamWorks Animation.
Wear your PJs and bring a blanket. Come enjoy pizza, popcorn and other treats.
*Bring your own popcorn container and receive a special ISD reusable water bottle!*
Pizza will be served at 6pm & the movie will start at 6:30.
Any helping hands are appreciated the night of the event. Thanks! Kim & Kathy
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MAGNET LOTTERY APPLICATIONS NOW AVAILABLE
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If you live outside the ISD attendance area and have a child that needs to lottery in to ISD in September, the District's lottery application is now available. Applications must be postmarked by February 28, 2014.
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR
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Math in Focus Parent Coffee
January 22
8:30-11:30am, Room 900, science wing GHS
Elementary Parents are invited to attend a workshop on the Math in Focus instructional philosophy and alignment to Common Core State Standards and instructional resources, such as Think Central.
"Bye Bye Birdie"
The GHS PTA is hosting a free Summer Camp Fair for Kids.
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BoE Meeting
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The Board of Education is expected to revisit the 2014-15 Winter Break and school calendar at its January 23 meeting. If you are interested in commenting or attending, the meeting will be held at 7pm at Western Middle School.
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ARTSONIA
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Visit ISD's Online Student Art Gallery!
Browse & Shop art exhibits from the comfort of your home!
Click to Browse
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Quick Links
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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: Thursday by 10am
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