Issue #38: June 4, 2025
Issue #38: June 4, 2025
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From the Principal
From the Principal
Ms. Michelle Alzamora
Dear Families,
As the school year draws to a close, it's a bittersweet moment for all of us here at ACS. We reflect on a year filled with incredible learning, growth, and countless cherished memories. Our students have truly embodied our mission to become "compassionate learners who embrace challenges, value perspectives, and become resilient global advocates." It has been a privilege to witness their curiosity, kindness, and determination flourish every single day.
This final newsletter of the academic year is a chance to extend our warmest wishes for a wonderful summer break. Whether you're traveling, exploring new hobbies, or simply enjoying time together as a family, I hope it's a period of rest, rejuvenation, and joyful experiences.
For our families who will be moving on from Amman and ACS, we bid you a heartfelt farewell. Thank you for being an integral part of our vibrant multicultural community. Your contributions, your children's laughter, and your dedication to our school have enriched us immensely. We wish you all the very best in your next adventures and hope you carry the spirit of ACS with you wherever you go.
As you embark on your summer, I encourage you to continue fostering the independence, empathy, and thoughtfulness we champion within our school walls. Simple moments can be powerful learning opportunities: involve your children in planning family activities, encourage them to help with household tasks, and engage in conversations that explore different viewpoints. These everyday experiences are invaluable in shaping well-rounded, considerate individuals.
Serving as your Elementary School Principal this year has been an honor. I am immensely proud of our students, our dedicated staff, and the strong partnership we share with you, our families.
Once a Scorpion, Always a Scorpion!
Yours,
Michelle Alzamora
Unexpected Summer Moves
Unexpected Summer Moves
We understand that for many families, enrollment for next year remains uncertain. If your plans change and you need any paperwork support over the summer, please be in touch with your sectional principal and request records from ACS registrar at khajjiri@acsamman.edu.jo
Please allow for 5-7 business days for us to get back to you.
Report Cards and MAP Scores
Report Cards and MAP Scores
Semester two report cards and MAP scores will be available on PowerSchool in the afternoon on June 4th.
What to Expect on the Report Card:
Standards-Based Grading: Report cards will reflect your child's progress towards meeting specific year-long learning standards.
Changes to the Language Arts Sections: Please note that we have added additional reporting categories in Language Arts to provide you with more detailed information. These categories represent each of the Language Arts Standards in the Common Core Standards.
Progress Indicators: We use the numbers 1-4 to share your child’s achievement of our standards on the report cards. Below are what each of the numbers indicate:
4 = Distinguished
3 = Proficient.
2 = Approaching
1 = Emerging
N/A = Insufficient Evidence
Teacher Comments: Teacher comments will provide specific information about your child's progress, strengths, and areas for growth. Please carefully review these comments for a comprehensive understanding of your child's learning journey.
From the ES Counselors
From the ES Counselors
Updated Resource Webpage - Discussion ideas and coping strategies when approaching unfairness, violence, crime and war with your child.
Talking about topics like unfairness, violence, crime and war can be hard. You might not know what to say in the moment. Being ready for these talks can help. Please check out the resources on this page and let us know how we can support you!
Tim Steadman and Hayley Jeanes
From the ES Learning Commons
From the ES Learning Commons
As the school year wraps up, we want to thank you for a wonderful year of reading, exploring, and learning in the LC! We've loved sharing stories, discovering new books, and growing together as readers. Have a restful, fun-filled summer—and don’t forget to keep reading wherever your adventures take you!
📚🌞 Join the Summer Reading Bingo Challenge!
Keep the reading fun going all summer long with our Bingo Challenge! Complete fun reading tasks to win a prize when school starts again. Return a completed board in August for a reward! — Thanks for helping grow our community of book lovers! Link
ES Article of the Month
ES Article of the Month
Important Dates & Quick Links
Important Dates & Quick Links
Mark Your Calendars!
Mark Your Calendars!
August 12 - School Year 2025-2026 commences
August 12 - CCT - Late Start Day
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