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The Newsletter of the International School at Dundee
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Adv. Orch.
Rehearsal 7:45a
Afters Begin
Magnet Open House 7p
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Beg. Orch. Gr. 3 7:45a
Chorus 7:55a
Sarah Weeks Gr. 3-5 9a-2p
Magnet Open House Snow Date
7p
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29
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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Band Rehearsal 7:45a
Band Lessons
Animal Embassy Gr. 1 9a-12p
9a SES Program Eastern Network Executive Functioning, Cafe
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Feb. 3
Adv. Orch. Rehearsal 7:45a
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4
Beg Orch. Gr. 3 7:45a
Part 1 Chorus 7:55a
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Adv. Orch. Rehearsal 7:45a
CT Science Center Gr. 5 10a-2p
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Chorus Part 2, 7:55a | 7
7:45a Before-School Band
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Dear ISD Parents,
I hope you are faring well with the extremely cold weather we are experiencing this week. Outdoor recess was cancelled on Wed., Thurs. and Fri. due to the very low temperatures. Although I consider myself an "outdoor recess" advocate, safety is always paramount when making decisions about going outside or not. Single digit temperatures and wind chill factors below zero present potentially dangerous situations for students to be outdoors. The district does not have a specific procedure for schools to follow when outdoor recess should be cancelled. In that case, common sense needs to prevail.
However, I have noticed many students coming to school without hats, winter jackets and gloves and there are many cold days when they will be going outside for recess and they will need these items. Please consider that when students are preparing for school in the mornings.
Our January reading campaign is in full swing and I am thrilled to report that our students are well on their way of reaching our school goal of reading at least 2014 during this start to the new calendar year. Please encourage the reading habit at home, and of course, always include non-fiction reading! If the goal is met, which I expect it will, we will celebrate with a dance party.
I cannot stress enough how important it is for our third, fourth and fifth graders to practice their typing skills at home. With the SBAC testing coming this spring, which will be administered entirely on the computer, strong typing skills will be an asset. We have addressed this issue here in school by adjusting our programs, but practice time at home will be very beneficial. Practice time, as short as ten to fifteen minutes if done on a regular basis, can produce significant results.
Our winter AFTERS session begins next week. If your child is enrolled in a class, please remind them prior to and the day of the class to be sure they attend. Individual classes are announced at the end of each day during dismissal procedures as a reminder. In fact, individual names for each class are also announced during the first two weeks of a session to remind them. Have a good week.
Sincerely,
Terry Ricci
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TONIGHT! MOVIE NIGHT, JANUARY 24
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 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! Thanks! Kim & Kathy
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FROM THE ART DEPARTMENT
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Dear Parents:
We are #1 in art uploaded and funds earned on artsonia.com. My thanks go to our ISD parent volunteers who assist in photographing, editing, and uploading all of these creative works. I have received many kind words from all who enjoy seeing the great works from their children, joining the fan clubs, and making special comments on the work. The kids love it, too!
Please have your child bring in a smock to art. We love getting messy but Mom's don't.
Please donate old tennis balls to the art room.
Thank you,
Mrs. Verdier
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Creative, organized, & fun individuals to run the
ISD  BEACH PARTY!
Seeking Event Chairperson/Co-Chairs, Auction/Raffle Coordinator, & Volunteers Coordinator.
For more information, contact Carisa Sykes, PTA VP Volunteers,(203) 637-7089 or ckoontz@att.net.
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| MAGNET LOTTERY APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE |
If you live outside the ISD attendance area and have a child who needs to lottery in to ISD in September, the District's lottery application is now available on the ISD website.
Applications must be postmarked by February 28.
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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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SAVE THE DATE
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"Understanding Bullying and Bullying Prevention"
Rescheduled PTA General Meeting and Presentation
Alina A. Boie, Educational Evaluator and Certified School Psychologist
February 26, Evening
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2014-15 FEBRUARY BREAK REINSTATED
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The Board of Education reinstated the 2014-15 February Break for all Greenwich Public Schools. The break will be February 9-13, 2015, the week before Presidents Day.
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DRAGON'S LAIR
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ISD's lost and found is located across from the music room and art room.
Please come by and look for that missing sweatshirt, knit hat, gloves, & much more!
All items that are not claimed by Friday, February 7 will be donated to a non-profit organization the week of winter break.
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JOIN THE PTA NOMINATING COMMITTEE!
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The Nominating Committee will work this spring to recruit volunteers for the 2014-2015 PTA initiatives.
For more information, contact Carisa Sykes, PTA VP Volunteers, (203) 637-7089 or ckoontz@att.net.
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COMMUNITY
CALENDAR
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"Bye Bye Birdie"
Jan. 23, 4pm ($5); Jan. 24, 7:30pm ($15); Jan. 25, 7:30pm ($15)
Eastern Middle School
51 Hendrie Avenue
Tickets:
The GHS PTA is hosting a free Summer Camp Fair for Kids.
"Universal Design/Digital Learning and What This Means for Twice Exceptional Learners (2E)" January 30 11:30am BOE, Havemeyer building 290 Greenwich Avenue Staff Development Room Mary Forde, GPS Director of Pupil Services/SpEd, will present highlights of the future classroom, district plans for Universal Design/Digital Learning, and what this means for twice exceptional learners (2E). Hosted by PTAC 2E committee. All are welcome. "Kids in the Kitchen Fit & Fun Fest" February 1 Greenwich YWCA 259 E. Putnam Ave. 1-4 p.m. Free nutrition education and fitness activities for the whole family.
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PTA MEMBERSHIP
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JOIN TODAY!
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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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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