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The Newsletter of the International School at Dundee
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Look What's Happening at ISD!
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Mar. 21
(5th grade only)
7:45 AM
(media center)
session #2
Newspaper 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM (Ms. Sangermano's classroom)
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Grade 3 Orchestra
7:55AM
Incoming K Parent Orientation
9 AM - 10:30 AM
Community Service Awards Ceremony
5 - 7 PM
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Fluoride Rinse
Spring Afters online registration re-opens for remaining slots 3 PM
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Keep Calm: Let Go and Move On Day - WEAR BLUE
7:45 AM
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
(Ms. Sangermano's classroom)
Report Cards Distributed
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25
Good Friday
School closed
registration FINAL deadline
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28
Advanced Band
(5th Grade only)
Ted Scheu visits grades K-2
SOPA Testing (5th Grade)
News Team
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
(media center)
session #2
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Grade 3 Orchestra
7:45 AM
Chorus Part 1
7:55 AM
SOPA Testing (5th Grade)
Math Transition Test Part 2
(5th Grade)
9 AM - 10:30 AM
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Math Transition Test Part 2 make-up
8 AM - 10:30 AM
Fluoride Rinse
Young People's Concert (4th & 5th Grade)
Central Middle School
10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
SOPA Testing (5th Grade)
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7:45 AM
SBA Parent Meeting
9 AM @
Stamford Museum visits 2nd Grade
Board of Ed Meeting
7 PM @ Parkway School
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Apr 1
Chorus Part 2
7:55 AM
Volunteer Fair
Tag Sale Items
Drop Off @ Gym
3 PM - 7 PM
Astronomy Night
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Apr 2
ISD Tag Sale
10 AM - 3 PM
(9 AM start for ISD families)
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Dear ISD Parents/Guardians,
Congratulations to fifth grader, Piper Loveless, who will represent our school at the Community Service Awards ceremony, scheduled for Tuesday, March 22nd, at 5:00 pm in the new performance center at Greenwich High School. This year marks the 30th anniversary of this event, which was established by former GPS Superintendent, Dr. Ernest Fleischman. At the time, Dr. Fleischman felt it was important to honor students who demonstrated a commitment to servicing others. At the high school level, a student is chosen by each of the five housemasters, while at the middle schools, an eighth grader is chosen for their selfless contributions. Because of their young age, a student is chosen by each elementary school to represent the school. Piper was chosen to represent ISD because of the integrity and kindness she consistently displays to others. Attending the ceremony is a humbling, but proud experience, as it is amazing to hear what these young people do and have done in their short lives. Everyone is invited to attend.
This week I have been asked by a couple of parents about the number of absences at the school. It appears the flu is making a later than usual appearance in town, along with other maladies. Thankfully, our attendance rate has remained constant, as compared to previous weeks, with this week's absentee rate averaging between 12-14 students per day. Given our total student population of 367, that number is not a big concern, as it doesn't even reflect one absence per class. In situations where there are more than several students absent from one class who have been reported ill, I often ask the custodial staff to complete an additional cleaning in the classroom, specifically targeting student desks, door knobs, etc. In keeping with this topic, many students are approaching or have surpassed absences totaling more than nine. The state's attendance policy stipulates that any absence below nine is considered excused, regardless of the reason. Starting with the 10th absence, a doctor's note is required to qualify an absence as excused. If there is no doctor's note or the absence is a result of one of the few extenuating circumstances established by the state, it is earmarked as an "unexcused" absence.
Also, related to the attendance policy is the topic of tardiness. In reviewing the numbers of tardies our students have accumulated at the end of this second trimester, there are a few with alarming numbers. Those families will be receiving a letter in their children's report card envelope informing them of the concern and the negative impact it has not only on their child, but the class as well. Please remember students should be in their classroom by 8:45 am. If this matter applies to you and you need some assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Skate Day is scheduled for ISD students on Saturday, March 19th from 12-1:30 pm at the Dorothy Hamill Rink in Greenwich. It is a fun time for all but if your children are skating, please have them wear helmets. Thank you.
Sincerely, Terry Ricci Principal International School at Dundee |
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| SKATE WITH US TOMORROW! |
ISD Family Skate 2016
Saturday, March 19
12:00 - 1:30 pm
Dorothy Hamill Skating Rink
Greenwich, CT
The rink is reserved for ISD students and their families only. There is no fee to attend. Rental skates are available for $4/pair, if needed.
All children should wear a helmet while on the ice. Parents are responsible for supervising children on and off the ice at the event.
See you on the ice!
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SPRING AFTERS REGISTRATION ENDS TONIGHT & RE-OPENS MARCH 23
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- Preliminary class lists will be distributed on Wednesday, March 23. Registration will re-open at 3pm so that students may register for classes with open spaces.
- Registration will close on Friday, March 25 at 10pm. No registrations will be accepted after this date.
- Final class lists will be distributed on Friday, April 1, 2016.
- Classes begin week of Monday, April 4, 2016.
- For complete information on our PTA Afters Program, including our Afters Policy, please visit the ISD website, under "PTA" tab, web page "PTA Before & Afters Program."
Send us an email if you have any other questions!
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| ISD TAG SALE |
The 5th ISD Tag Sale is on April 2 from 10 AM to 3 PM. ISD Families get to enter an hour early at 9 AM!
Drop off donated items in the gym on Friday, April 1, from 3 PM to 7 PM.
We are looking for gently-used toys, books, games, sporting goods, small furniture, lightly used clothing, decorative pillows, etc. Please note that we will not accept any electronics.
We also need donations of tag sale supplies like hangers, plastic bags, bins, coat racks and shopping bags.
Please volunteer for April 1 and 2. We promise you lots of fun (and snacks)!
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SPRING INTO SPIRIT
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Here's a preview of ISD Spirit Wear for Spring 2016! Order forms will be available next week. Send us an email if you have any questions.
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SCHOOL START TIME INFO SESSIONS
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The School Start Time Steering Committee will hold three Community Engagement Sessions in April to discuss possible changes to the school start times in Greenwich Public Schools.
There will be opportunities for questions, public comments and feedback on School Start Times (SST) at each session and before a final decision is made on this initiative. Please visit the web site for additional public engagement opportunities over the next few months. For more information and updates about SST, please visit the GPS/SST website.
Aqui, en Espańol
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VOLUNTEER FAIR &
PTA MEETING
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Join us for coffee and snacks, a brief PTA meeting and the Volunteer Fair!
Friday, April 1
8 AM - 9:30 AM
Café
Learn about the open volunteer positions available for the 2016-2017 school year and enter to win a $100 gift card to the wonderful new restaurant The National, located on Greenwich Avenue!!
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ASTRONOMY NIGHT
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Please join Mr. Sundaram on Friday, April 1st from 6:30 - 8:30 PM. ISD families will meet in the café and walk to the field to view the night sky through Mr. Sundaram's telescope. Let's hope for a clear night!
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INTERNET SAFETY MEETING
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The ISD PTA is proud to co-sponsor
Internet Safety Lecture:
What's New and Trending
Wednesday, April 6
Guest Speaker, Ms. Katie Greer, former Director of Internet Safety for the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office, will help parents navigate the digital waters and let us know what's new, what's now, and what's next when it comes to our children and technology. As a National Internet Safety Expert, Ms. Greer will provide proactive tips to keep kids safe online. 9:00 AM @ Old Greenwich School 7:00 PM @ Eastern Middle School
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ISD IN THE NEWS
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Check out press coverage of ISD's 100th Day of School celebration!
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REDUCE REUSE RECYCLE
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Over 12 pounds of dried out markers were collected and shipped off to Crayola to be turned into clean energy. Thank you for your participation!
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BOX TOPS
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A very big THANK YOU to everyone who clipped Box Tops this school year. Together we earned $802.40!
We will now be collecting Box Tops for the 2016-2017 school year.
Please KEEP ON CLIPPING and SUBMITTING BOX TOPS! Let's get a jump on our earnings for next year. WE CAN DO IT...AGAIN!
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ISDigital
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Digital Learning Tips:
- Check out the Digital Safety and Monitoring presentation on the district website to learn how to set parental controls on Google search and YouTube; place time limits on iPad usage and texting; and configure your home network with security controls. Please note: While Guided Access passcodes can be useful on personal iPads, please do not set passcodes on the student iPads
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5TH GRADE PARENTS
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Eastern Middle School is looking for parents of rising 6th graders to get involved in the PTA next year. We welcome all volunteers and love to see new faces!
For further information, please head to the PTA Tab on the EMS website and fill out the EMS Nominating Form 2016 if you are interested in helping.
Please do not hesitate to contact Karen Saggese or Stacy Loveless, your ISD School representatives on the EMS Nominating Committee, if you have any questions.
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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 5:00PM
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