Issue #38: May 23, 2024
Issue #38: May 23, 2024
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From the Principal
From the Principal
Ms. Michelle Alzamora
Dear Families,
Your Voice Matters: Parent Survey Results and Next Steps
Your Voice Matters: Parent Survey Results and Next Steps
Thank you to everyone who participated in the recent parent survey we shared in the WGO! While the number of responses was relatively small, we value your feedback and appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts.
Understanding Your Child's Progress
One of the most frequent responses from parents was a desire for more detailed information on how your child is progressing academically. We hear you!
To address this, next school year we'll be piloting a program of end-of-unit feedback for math. After each completed math unit, you'll receive explicit feedback about how your child did in the unit. Based on your feedback and the program's effectiveness, we may also expand end-of-unit reports to include literacy units in the future.
Strengthening Communication: Parent Conferences
The survey results on parent conferences were mixed. We're committed to ensuring these meetings are informative and valuable for all. We will explore ways to improve the conference experience.
A Safe and Happy School Environment
On a positive note, we were thrilled to see that a large majority of respondents indicated their child feels safe and enjoys coming to school. This is a testament to the hard work of our dedicated teachers and staff who strive to create a nurturing and engaging learning environment.
We are committed to ongoing communication and transparency. Stay tuned for further updates on our efforts to enhance parent involvement and keep you informed on your child's academic journey throughout the year!
Thank you again for your valuable feedback!
Yours,
Michelle
After School Activities Canceled on Wednesday, May 29th
Please note that we will not have ASAs on May 29th due to graduation. All of the school buses will be used for the graduation ceremony in Jerash.
From the ES Learning Commons
From the ES Learning Commons
Swapping Stories, Sparking Joy! 📚✨
In her presentation to kindergarten classes, Maria Torres illustrates how schools were different decades ago in Spain.
In the final weeks of the school year, please keep the following dates in mind:
The last day to check out is Sunday, May 26th.
Return all books by Thursday, May 30th.
Summer Checkout: June 9, 10, & 11th.
From the Activities and Athletics Department
From the Activities and Athletics Department
Congratulations U12 Track and Field team
Congratulations U12 Track and Field team
This past weekend we had ES students participate in the AAC U12/U14 Track and Field meet. Our young Scorpions stung the track early and often, gaining invaluable experience
AAC Jamboree for G4 and G5
Friday, May 24th: Basketball (boys and girls) @ ACS Schedule linked here, also see below
Saturday, May 25th Football/Soccer (@ Amman Academy) See below
Support our ES Athletes!!
Support our ES Athletes!!
May 24-25: ES Jamboree with HS Student Coaches
We have a group of HS student coaches who have volunteered their time to help coach and support our elementary students. Starting next week, our HS student coaches will get the opportunity to support our G4 and G5 students in the ES Jamboree;
May 24 (Friday): Basketball @ ACS from 2-5:30
Come out and support our little Scorpions being mentored by our HS students. There will be ice cream and snacks for sale. Games will be in the upper and main gym!!!
May 25 (Saturday): Football @ Amman Academy from 9:30am - 1pm
From the Counseling Department
From the Counseling Department
Chances are your child's emotions fluctuate quite often! Over time, this may make you feel stuck as a parent around how to support your child and yourself in addressing emotional outbursts. It is taxing work.
To possibly help, we've added another tool to our ES Counseling Website - Check out these Tools to Try posters you can print and hang in your home to remind yourself and family members that there are tools you can use. The tools are best used together, as a family - not just for the kids!
We are here and happy to support you if you have any questions or would like to discuss ways to create a calmer home environment.
Tim Steadman and Hayley Jeanes
ES Article of the Month
ES Article of the Month
ES Articles of the month:
Important Dates & Quick Links
Important Dates & Quick Links
Mark Your Calendars!
Mark Your Calendars!
May 24 to 25 - AAC Sports Jamboree
May 26 to 30 - G5 WOW Week
May 29 - ES ASAs canceled
June 4 - Grade 2 Music Concert
June 6 - Grade 5 moving Up Ceremony
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