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The Newsletter of the International School at Dundee
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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7:45am Adv. Orch.
9:30am
Bus Safety Drill
Wellness Week
(thru 3/14)
Spring Afters Registration Begins (thru 3/15)
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7:45am Beg. Orch.
7:55 a.m. Chorus Part 1
8:45 a.m. "The Highs and Lows of Sugar," Cafeteria
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7:45am Adv. Orch.
5-6:30 p.m.
District-wide Art Show Opens, Havemeyer Bldg.
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7:55 a.m., Chorus Part 2
9am Gr.5 Parent Exhibition Meeting, Media Center
Band Lessons
Classical Café
6:30pm GHS Jazz Ensemble, ISD Media Center
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7:45am Band
Band Lessons
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7:45am Adv. Orch.
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7:45am Beg. Orch.
7:55 a.m., Chorus Part 1
Gr.5 CMT Practice Test
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19
7:45am Adv. Orch.
9:15 a.m.-2:15 p.m. Gr.2 NY Botanical Garden
Spring Afters Final Registration (thru 3/22)
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7:55 a.m., Chorus Part 2
Band Lessons
Gr.5 CMT Science Test
7 p.m., BoE Meeting, North Mianus
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21
7:45am Band
Band Lessons
Report Cards Sent Home
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Dear ISD Parents,
This week the fifth grade Exhibition process was launched. The Exhibition is a required IB program component that our students must complete at the end of their fifth grade year. It is an exciting process for them that will take them through several stages of new learning, including conducting research on topics that interest them, note taking and planning a creative outlet to showcase their new learning. During this process, they will be working in small groups comprised of students from the three fifth grade classrooms. In addition, they will be assigned to a mentor (staff member) who will offer advice and guidance. A meeting for fifth grade parents to hear more about the Exhibition is scheduled for Thursday, March 13th at 9:00 am in the media center. The Exhibition will be held April 29th, 30th and May 1st. Everyone is invited to come and see some of the groups present. Look for more details in the weeks to come.
Next week, the ISD Wellness Committee is presenting several activities in recognition of Wellness Week. Parents are volunteering to distribute fruits and vegetables to students during their lunch period as a means of possibly introducing them to new food products. We have been doing this activity for several years now and it has been well received by both students and parents. In addition, this year we are adding an exercise component to our morning routine. Mr. Boland and Mr. Bragdon, our physical educations teachers, have created an exercise segment which we will all participate in as a way to "rev up" our bodies and get ready for the school day. Also, Mrs. Teresa Fellows will conduct a presentation for parents on "The Highs and Lows of Sugar" on Tuesday morning at 8:45 in the school cafeteria. Lastly, one of our ISD parents, Courtney Kane, is teaching a spinning class that is open to all ISD staff and parents, which will be held at Sportsplex next Saturday, March 15th at 10 am. Please email Mr. Boland at: jeremy_boland@greenwich.k12.ct.us, if you are planning to attend.
One could say another event scheduled for next week that would support "Wellness" is the GHS Jazz Ensemble concert. It is scheduled for March 13 at 6:30 pm in our media center and it promises to be a wonderful musical experience for families to enjoy.
Thank you to Maria Merrill and Stacy Loveless and their "reading volunteers" for another successful "Read Aloud Day" which occurred this week on Wed., March 5th. Parent volunteers came in and read a variety of books to our students during each of the lunch periods. The students appeared mesmerized as they enjoyed the literary experience while eating. It seemed to be the best of both worlds. Have a good week.
Sincerely,
Terry Ricci
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NEWS
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TRAVEL THE WORLD SOCIAL IS APRIL 5:
TWO HOST FAMILIES ARE STILL NEEDED
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Saturday, April 5, is our annual Travel the World Social. We are looking for two more families to host this fun evening for parents and teachers at ISD.
Thank you to our families whom have graciously offered their homes and time.
Host House 1: Louise & Chris McKenna - Italian
Host House 2: Liz & Maz Keegan - American
Host House 3: NEED International Meal
Host House 4: NEED Dessert
Thank you Suzanne Sullivan, Sarah Zeegan, Debra Hess (House 1) and Mallikah Singh for offering to co-host!
(Mallika Singh has offered to cook Indian if someone is willing to host.)
Please contact Ann-Caroline van der Ham to see how you can help or if you have questions/suggestions.
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SKATE NIGHT IS THIS SUNDAY!: MARCH 9
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 ISD Family Skate Night 2014
Sunday, March 9
4:30 - 6 p.m.
Dorothy Hamill Skating Rink
Greenwich, CT
The rink is reserved for ISD families only. Thanks to the PTA, there is no cost to attend! Rental skates are available for $4/pair, if needed. We hope to see you on the ice!
As a reminder, all children should wear a helmet while on the ice. Parents are responsible for supervising children on and off the ice at the event.
ISD Spirit Wear will be available for purchase.
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WELLNESS WEEK SPIN CLASS! MARCH 15
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ISD parents and staff: Here is your chance to get moving and get fit during Wellness Week! Come to Sportsplex Fitness Center in Stamford to take part in a special, free, ISD-only, Video Spin Class led by an ISD parent and spin instructor, Courtney Kane. This special class is a great opportunity to take part in a low impact, calorie burning, fun exercise session. This event will take place on Saturday, March 15 at 10 a.m. at Sportsplex, 49 Brown House Rd, Stamford. Childcare will be available! Please contact Mr. Boland to sign up and reserve your spot!
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FRUIT AND VEGETABLE CHALLENGE
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 Next week, the children will participate in the Fruit and Vegetable Challenge, during which they will have the opportunity to sample fresh fruits and veggies during their lunch periods. At the end of the week, after recording all the fresh produce they have consumed, a prize will be awarded. This is a great way to remind the students how yummy fresh fruits and veggies are and their many health benefits. See the flyer below for more information and a log to fill out at home. Please sign up HERE to help during a lunch wave. Volunteers are still needed during many lunch blocks.
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The PTA Outreach Committee would like to extend a warm and enthusiastic thank you to the parents who read to the students in celebration of World Read Aloud Day on March 5.
Maria Pietrobon, Jopi Shen, Etsuko Tulloch, and Ann-Caroline Schraa each shared stories relating to their homeland during lunch on Wednesday. The students were all interested and joyful to have a few minutes to sit back and enjoy the pleasures of being read to. World Read Aloud Day celebrates the power of words and creates a community of readers taking action to show the world that the right of literacy belongs to all people. A big thank you also to Stacy Loveless for helping to set up and coordinate the event.
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PTA VOLUNTEER FAIR: MARCH 28
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PTA Volunteer Fair March 28, 8-9:30 a.m. Join the ISD PTA Executive Board and PTA Committee Members to learn about different volunteer opportunities at ISD for 2014-2015. Have some coffee, socialize, browse volunteer initiatives, and consider which volunteer roles suit you! There are volunteer opportunities for all types of parents: working/non-working, big picture/detail oriented, creative/fiscal. Roles range in commitment from one-off to small, medium, and large responsibilities. There's a role for every parent! We need YOU... your voice, your talent, your commitment! Parent volunteers are an important part of our unique ISD community. Please join us and learn how YOU can be involved.
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ISD DOG WALK FOR CHAMPS: MARCH 30
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 Sunday, March 30, 9-11 am at Tod's Point!
Suggested donation- $10
No dog necessary! Games, bake sale, dog treats.
The fifth grade class is fundraising to benefit CHAMPS, a charity that sponsors dogs that seek out land mines around the world. Please join us to walk together and aid in this worthwhile cause.
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SAVE THE DATE FOR ISD'S BEACH PARTY: JUNE 1
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 Back by popular demand! ISD's Community Beach Party Sunday, June 1 from 3pm to 6pm Food, Live Music, Games, and Activities We are looking for volunteers to help with auction and raffle items. No item is too small or big (restaurants, sporting events, toys, tickets to events, etc.) If you have an item(s) or can assist in reaching out to vendors, please contact: Kysa Englund
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CALLING ALL 5TH GRADE PARENTS!
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Eastern Middle School is looking for parents of rising 6th graders to get involved in several PTA-sponsored events for next year. Specifically, the 6th grade welcome picnic, 6th grade social dances, book fairs, and the annual magazine drive. These are just a few of the many ways you can get involved at Eastern. We welcome all volunteers and love to see new faces! For further information, please contact Renee Jennings, your school representative on the EMS Nominating Committee.
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THE ALP STUDENT ID PROCESS HAS BEGUN
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We have begun the process of identifying students in grades two-five for placement in 2014-2015 Advanced Learning Program. This multi-step process begins with a screening of students in math and language arts.
Parents of children who have been recommended for the evaluation phase will be notified by March 10. Parents must sign and return a consent form allowing their student to continue in the evaluation process by March 18.
Parent Nominations
Children may also be nominated for additional testing by their parents. The Parent Nomination Form will be available at your school office and on the ALP website after March 10 and must be returned to your school office by March 18.
Informational Meetings will be held:
- Thursday, March 13 at 6:30pm at the Board of Education Building
- Monday, March 17 at 1pm at the Cos Cob Library
You may also contact Bonnie O'Regan, Program Facilitator at the ALP office (625-7462, 625-7422).
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GHS JAZZ ENSEMBLE PERFORMANCE MARCH 13
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The Greenwich High School Jazz Ensemble, led by Mr. John Yoon, will be performing once again for our elementary students. This year's event will be held at the ISD Media Center on Thursday, March 13 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The event is FREE and open to all Greenwich elementary school students and their families. Mark your calendars!
In addition to performing, Mr. Yoon and the members of the jazz ensemble will take questions from students in the audience. This event is a great way for your child to experience, up close and personal, the musical opportunities available to them in just a few years here in Greenwich.
We hope to see you there!
Best,
M. Strange
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SAVE THE DATE
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"Positive Parenting" Presentation and General PTA Meeting
April 8 at ISD
6:45 PTA Meeting
7 p.m. Presentation by Dr. Julia Trebing
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
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SPECIAL EDUCATION MEETING
March 12
Cone Room, 2nd floor of Town Hall
All parents of students with special needs and/or learning differences are invited to attend.
9:30-10 a.m.: Parent meeting - join our school PTA reps to discuss any questions or concerns.
10 a.m.: "Smarter Balanced Assessment for Students with Disabilities," presented by Suzanne Coyne. Learn more about the new tests that are replacing CMTs this spring.
Questions/concerns? Email us
GHS JAZZ ENSEMBLE
March 13
6:30-8 p.m.
ISD Media Center
Free
COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS
The Greenwich Scholarship Association is now accepting applications online. The deadline for the need-based scholarships, mostly for use in the first year of college, is Friday, March 14.
SBAC QUESTIONS?
March 19
12-2pm
BoE, Havemeyer Bldg.,
Staff Development Rm.
Irene Parisi and Ellen Flanagan will be conducting an SBAC workshop that is open to all parents. No RSVP or registration is needed.
"OUR TOWN GOVERNMENT"
April 1
7-9 p.m.
Greenwich Town Hall Meeting Room
Come for an overview of Greenwich government functions.
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CLASSICAL CAFE
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The next
Classical Café
You are welcome to join your child during his/her lunch and enjoy a musical performance.
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REMAINING DATES FOR WINTER AFTERS
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Mondays - March 10, 17, 24 (Golf, Kids in the Kitchen, Chess, Crafts)
Tuesdays - March 11 (Dodgeball, Mini Sports, Kids in the Kitchen, Yoga, Physics)
Wednesdays - March 12, 19 (Wake Up and Run, Garage Band, Kids in the Kitchen, All Star Sports Scrimmaging)
Thursdays - March 13 (Yoga, Basketball, Farm to Table)
Fridays - March 14 (Soccer, So You Think You Can Dance)
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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.
PTA VP Volunteers,
(203) 637-7089.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
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SPECIAL EDUCATION MEETING
March 12
Cone Room, 2nd floor of Town Hall
All parents of students with special needs and/or learning differences are invited to attend.
9:30-10 a.m.: Parent meeting - join our school PTA reps to discuss any questions or concerns.
10 a.m.: "Smarter Balanced Assessment for Students with Disabilities," presented by Suzanne Coyne. Learn more about the new tests that are replacing CMTs this spring.
Questions/concerns? Email us
GHS JAZZ ENSEMBLE
March 13
6:30-8 p.m.
ISD Media Center
Free
COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS
The Greenwich Scholarship Association is now accepting applications online. The deadline for the need-based scholarships, mostly for use in the first year of college, is Friday, March 14.
SBAC QUESTIONS?
March 19
12-2pm
BoE, Havemeyer Bldg.,
Staff Development Rm.
Irene Parisi and Ellen Flanagan will be conducting an SBAC workshop that is open to all parents. No RSVP or registration is needed.
"OUR TOWN GOVERNMENT"
April 1
7-9 p.m.
Greenwich Town Hall Meeting Room
Come for an overview of Greenwich government functions. See the flyer at the end of this email for further information.
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* Please note that the spin class on March 15 will be taught by Courtney Kane, an ISD parent and spin instructor, not an ISD teacher. Apologies for the error.
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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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DRAGON TALES
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Deadline for Submission: Thursday by 10am
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