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The Newsletter of the International School at Dundee
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Adv. Band (Grs. 5) 7:45am
Incoming Kindergarten Registration (by appt)
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Chorus Part 1 7:55am Talent Show Auditions 3:30 - 5:00pm Wellness Week Starts ----------------------->>> |
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Adv. Orchestra
(Grs. 4 & 5)
7:45am
Grs. 5 CMT Science
9:00 - 10:30am
3:30 - 5:00pm
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Chorus Part 2
7:55am
Lockdown 9:30am
Grs. 5 CMT Science
Makeups
2 Mar Authors' Tea - Learning Commons
3:30 - 5:00pm
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Orchestra (Gr. 3)
7:45am
Grs. 5 CMT Science
Makeups
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Adv. Band (Grs. 5) 7:45am
Traveling Art Program | 17
Chorus Part 1 7:55am
SBA Testing
Author Kate Klise Visits Gr. K-2 -------------------------->>> | 18
Adv. Orchestra
(Grs. 4 & 5)
7:45am
"Spring into Friendship"
(Wear Yellow)
SBA Testing
World Read Aloud Day
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Chorus Part 2
7:55am
SBA Testing
Classical Cafe
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Orchestra (Gr. 3)
7:45am
Volunteer Fair 8:15am
9:00am PTA Meeting:
Gordon Beinstein, Western Middle School Principal
Report Cards will be Distributed
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Dear ISD Parents,
Next Thursday, Mar. 12th, we will hold our second lockdown drill of the year. It will occur in the morning and representatives from central office, as well as from the Greenwich Police and Fire Departments will be here to assist and monitor. Teachers are familiar with the preparation process for the drill and based on the one we conducted in the fall, the students are, as well. If you feel your child needs to know ahead of time and be reassured of the process, please have a discussion with your child as we do not want any student to feel anxious about it.
Hopefully, the third time will work like a charm in holding our parent meeting on puberty. It is now scheduled for Mon., Mar. 9th at 9:00 am. Teachers are scheduled to begin the teaching of this unit next week and given the sensitive nature of the topic, I hold a parent meeting to share the content of what is going to be delivered to the students ahead of time. This allows parents the opportunity to either have a conversation with their child prior to the lessons beginning or prepare for questions that may come up after the lessons. Nature has not been cooperative with my plan but it appears there is no snow in the forecast for Monday, so we may prevail. The session will be recorded for parents who are not able to attend. Please let the school office know if you need to view the video.
Several teachers will be attending an important workshop on Math Problem Solving on Monday and Tuesday, 3/9 and 3/10. Several teachers attended a similar workshop by the same presenter last year and raved about how much they learned from it. Although the new math program was implemented last year, it is vital for teachers to continue to advance their learning of the specific techniques and strategies to bring back to their students. To date, we have been very pleased with the math program and find it to be rigorous and challenging for our students. The students loved our Dr. Seuss Trivia Contest this week. Every morning, they eagerly awaited the questions announced over the loudspeaker, as they raced to submit the winning answers. I am happy to report Mrs. Garofalo's class was the winning class and will hold the impressive trophy until next year's contest. Lastly, I am very happy to announce that fifth grade student, Hannah Ginste, has been chosen to be the school's representative at the Greenwich Public School Community Service Awards Ceremony. Hannah was chosen for her unwavering character, her abundance of kindness that she displays to everyone and overall, exemplary citizenship. Congratulations Hannah! You will do us proud. Sincerely, Terry Ricci
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SAVE THE DATE!
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ISD Volunteer Fair & General PTA Meeting!
Swing by for a cup of coffee with friends, learn more about ISD PTA upcoming events, PTA volunteer opportunities for 2015-16 and the IB Middle Years Programme?
Join members of the ISD PTA Executive Board and fellow volunteers to learn about volunteer opportunities -
Friday, March 20th
8:15am-9:00am - Volunteer Fair
9:00am-10:00am - PTA
Meeting in the ISD Cafe
Special Guest Speaker- Mr. Gordon Beinstein, Western Middle School, Principal!
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WELLNESS WEEK!!
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Dear Parents:
The Fruit & Veggie Challenge will take place next week from Tuesday, March 10th - Friday, March 13th.
In order to make this a success, we need parent volunteers to sign up from each class, each day for their grade's lunch period. Please sign up using this link- Volunteer sign up sheet.
Thank you in advance for your help! If you have any questions, please contact Elisabeth Weindling.
Lunch periods are: 11:00 - 11:30 Grade 4 11:30 - 12:00 Grade 3 & 5 12:00 - 12:30 Grade 1 12:30 - 1:00 Grade 2 1:00 - 1:30 Kindergarten
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| SKATE WITH US! |
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SKATE NIGHT IS SUNDAY, MARCH 15
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 ISD Family Skate Night 2015
Sunday, March 15
5:30 - 7 p.m.
Dorothy Hamill Skating Rink
Greenwich, CT
The rink is reserved for ISD families only. There is no fee 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.
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SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL
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ISD students are cast members of Seussical!
Stephanie B, Molly K, Catherine O, Luke M and Samantha P will be in the cast of Seussical.
Performances are - March 6, 7, 8 & March 13,14,15th.
This Musical will be at the St. Catherine's Church Rectory
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DIGITAL LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
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Digital Learning Environment Phase III Roll Out Plan Parent Workshops
Please join one of the Parent Workshops - click here for the schedule.
In this first series of parent workshops, parents will learn more about: - Digital Learning Environment Goals - Mobile Device Selected for Elementary and Secondary - DLE Roll Out Plan and Key Dates - Digital Citizenship Curriculum - Apps and Resources to Support Learning Goals - Expectations at Home - Communication and Feedback Form for Parents - Upcoming Parent DLE sessions
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| DISTINGUISHED TEACHERS AWARD |
Nominate a teacher today. Download package here.
Important Dates;
Nomination Packet Deadline
March 6, 5pm
Distinguished Teachers Announced
April 21
DTA Ceremony
May 5
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ADVANCED LEARNING PROGRAM UPDATE
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We have begun the process of evaluating students in grades two-five for placement in 2015-2016 ALP 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 20. Parents must sign and return a consent form allowing their student to continue in the evaluation process by March 27.
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 20 and must be returned to your school office by March 27.
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HAVE A RISING SIXTH GRADER?
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Dear Parents:
Eastern Middle School is looking for parents of rising 6th graders to get involved in several PTA - sponsored events for next year. Specifically, 6th grade social dances, book fairs, and our new GatorWalk! 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 Stacy Loveless or Renee Jennings, your ISD representatives on the EMS Nominating Committee.
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| ISD BEACH PARTY |
SAVE THE DATE
SUNDAY, MAY 31ST
Please help us gather donations for this much anticipated 2015 Annual ISD Beach Party supporting PTA events and programs.
The Silent Auction will be targeted toward adults.
Raffle items will be target toward kids.
Looking for Ideas?
Restaurant Certificates, Spa Certificates, Vacation Home Weekends, Tickets to events, Game tickets, Evening at the Movies, Kid Friendly Electronics...the possibilities are endless.
Please find sponsor form at the bottom of this issue.
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| AFTERS - LAST DAY OF CLASSES |
Monday-
All classes will end on 3/23
Tuesday-
All classes ended on 3/3 except for MiniSport and Global Doctor in training which will end on 3/10
Wednesday-
All classes ended on 3/4 except for Wake up and Run, Clay Art and Krafty Kids which will end on 3/11
Thursday-
All classes ended on 3/5
Friday -
All classes ended on 2/27
If you have any questions, please email the Afters Committee.
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| SAVE THE DATE! |
Middle School Advanced Studies Meeting!
Who:
Meeting for Parents of 5th, 6th and 7th Grade Students.
What: Middle School Advanced Studies Meeting.
When: Wednesday, March 18
from 9AM to 10:30AM
& 6:30PM to 8:00PM
Snow Date - March 23, 2015, same times and location.
Where: Town Hall Meeting Room (101 Field Point Road)
Parking only in north lot /Garage to the left of town hall
ISD Beach Party
When: Sunday May 31st
from 3PM to 6PM
Where: Clambake Area at Tod's Point
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| COMMUNITY EVENTS |
January-April 2015
Positively Me!
Junior League of Greenwich
presents a program designed for 3rd grade girls. Four two-day sessions are offered January through April. Space is limited.
Session III: Friday, March 27- Saturday, March 28, 2015
Session IV: Friday, April 17- Saturday, April 18, 2015
Click here for more information
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| SBA Workshop for Parents |
Smarter Balanced Assessment (SBA) Workshop for Parents
The SBA has replaced CMTs.
"This is a live, operational assessment. The purpose of the test is to describe student achievement and growth of student learning as part of program evaluation and school, district, and state accountability systems."
When:
Tuesday, March 10th, 10am - noon
Who:
Facilitated by Assistant Superintendent, Irene Parisi and Deputy Superintendent, Ellen Flanagan.
Where:
Havermeyer Staff Development Room, 290 Greenwich Ave
* Parking is free in the Havemeyer lot with a voucher that you can pick up at the front desk.
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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 5pm
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