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Apple International

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Dear Parents,

A warm welcome to the first edition of the 2019AIS Newsletter. We are happy to present to you a summary of all that our students have achieved in the first term. This year we are committed towards raising achievements of our students and enriching partnerships. We strongly believe in the importance of teachers, parents, and administrators collaborating and communicating openly and frequently. I am thankful to all those parents who have been adding value to the school through their feedback during Coffee Mornings, PTM, assemblies and other school events. As we begin the second term, I would like to wish a very Happy New Year to our AIS Family! I trust you had a wonderful winter break with family and friends. As we celebrate this new year, 2020, it is always a great time to reflect on the past year, but more importantly, to look forward to the coming year. As we begin 2020, I want to assure everyone that student success has always been our topmost priority and will continue to be so as we begin the second term. I look forward to welcoming you back in the New Year and hearing of the exciting and challenging New Year resolutions our students have set themselves.

Warm regards,

Jaya Menezes

Dear Parents and Students,

I am delighted to share with you our Newsletter for Term-1, 2019.

Education is not merely acquiring of facts but also of values which help us improve

the different facets of mankind. At AIS, we aim to achieve academic excellence

combined with a good human value system. All the lessons and activities at AIS are

planned to focus on all round development of the child. This term was full of

interesting activities like Sing a Song competition, Tech Fest, Science Super

learning Week, Math Super learning Week, Sports Day, UAE National Day etc.

No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted. The

value of giving back to the community was encouraged through different

community service events like Book donation, Food donation, Pinktober, Visit to

Senior’s Happiness center etc.

I sincerely thank our parent fraternity for unwavering

supporting the school in every aspect. We look forward for your involvement and

collaboration in the adventures that lie ahead.

Warm Regards,

Shaista

Starting off on the right foot can make all the difference.

Nothing beats a strong start to the school year. A solid

opening filled with good information, positive parental

contact and clear class expectations will put the class on a

constructive path that will help to the growing excitement for

the rest of the school year.

Learning to Learn Week emphasizes on the quality of the

relationships with students, make explicit the process of

learning, and create an effective learning environment.

Different activities ranging from different methods and

approaches in supporting the development of effective

learning habits and dispositions amongst students.

“Literacy opens doors to knowledge and is key to a sustainable

future” – United Nations

The Apple International School, Dubai celebrated International

literacy day on the 8th of September 2019. The aim was to educate

the students on the meaning of ‘literacy’ because literacy is a basic

human right. UNESCO declared September 8 as 'International

Literacy Day' in 1965. The aim of the day is to highlight the

importance of literacy to individuals, communities and societies.

Students watched a video on Literacy Facts and created story

books for communities with high rates of illiterate persons. They

also made a poster on Scientific Literacy to appreciate the world

and the environment around us.

They were able to understand literacy is important because it is the

foundation upon which people are able to interact with the world,

educate themselves, and contribute to society as well as their own

well being. Literacy programs provide parents the means required

to help their children develop early language capabilities and

literacy.

Enhanced literacy is an added advantage to countries economic

growth; poverty reduction and eradication; reduce crime; promote

democracy; increase civic engagement and promote cultural

diversity through literacy programs in minority languages.

“Pupils feel safe and school leaders go above and beyond what is expected of them to ensure each child’s safety. Safeguarding is at the heart of what the school stands for.” – OFSTED 2017

The students of Grade 3 commemorated the World Day of Preservation of

the Ozone Layer on the 16th of September 2019 through classroom

activities. Firstly, students spoke on the things they already knew about

the ozone layer, then they watched a video ‘What is Ozone Layer? -

Environmental Science for Kids’.

Next, students read an article on ‘The Environment Ozone Layer

Depletion’ from ducsters.com and identified more ways the ozone layer is

depleted and ways to save it. Few students interpreted data on ozone layer

depletion through graphical representation, while most of the students

illustrated the earth and the ozone layer.

The aim of the activity was to educate students to reach out to the

community on withdrawal from the purchase of CFC refrigerators and air

conditioners as well use alternative means of transport to avoid exhaust in

the air.

Outcome:

• Students were able to speak confidently about the importance of

the ozone layer

• Students were able to identify CFC is a major cause of ozone

layer depletion.

• Students were able to suggest ways to reduce the loss of the

ozone layer by educating family and friends.

“A new journey to be started, A new promise to be fulfilled, A new page to be written”.

The Apple International School organized a Fresher’s Day programme on the 18th September 2019,

to welcome the new students. The program started with the Recitation of the Holy Quran by Afsa

of 4G and translation by Ms.Meswa of 4 F. Our Executive Principal Ms. Jaya Menezes,

welcomed the new students. In her speech she stressed that learning is a continuous and

prerequisite process. The new Appelites were welcomed through a melodious song sung by the

Apple choir group. Dance being one of the purest forms of expressing emotions, an elegant

Leader-Interactive Dance was performed by the senior students. Mr.Chandler, our aerobics

master, entertained the freshers with some interesting games and music. Ms.Shaista our section

head for Year 3 & 4 , welcomed the new students and awarded them a book mark as a token of

love. The Fresher’s day was a day that was filled with excitement, joy, music, enthusiasm,

laughter and happiness. All the new students in their lovely dresses looked colourful and elegant.

The program ended by a small speech by Ms. Beenu Bobby, the Head of teaching and learning.

“Run when you can, walk when you have to; crawl if you can. Just never give up” – Dean Karnazes

A competition was held on the 23rd September 2019 on the Assembly Ground at 9:55am till

10:45am between Year 3 and 4 students.

The backward running race is a special race that improves body posture and increases

cardiovascular efficiency, stamina and strengthens muscles. The students of Year 3 and 4

participated in the backward running race cheerfully displaying talent and enthusiasm. The

winners received certificate of awards and gifts as appreciation for emerging as champions.

Outcome:

• Students were able to improve athletic skills, and physical culture

• Students were able to determine their strengths and achievements in sports

It’s the time of fun-filled and exciting ‘Science Super Learning Week’ once again. Over the course of the week, the students participated in various Science activities designed to challenge their critical thinking, creativity, and innovation skills. Different activities were conducted in each day of the week where students enthusiastically participated. The science quiz and scientific writing were held to foster scientific knowledge amongst students. The students have shown their creative and innovative side as they were asked to create balloon powered car, model of Burj Khalifa using recyclable materials and building bridges using straws. A number of wonderful ideas and innovative projects were presented which aim is largely about designing creative solutions for real-world problems. The projects went on display and presented to the other students and the best of the ideas were acknowledged and rewarded. It was a successful and eventful week as it held on to the goal of accelerating the scientific progress of students and creating a creative and innovative culture at Apple International School.

“To become a good leader, you need to first become a good follower.”

The Investiture Ceremony of Apple international School for the Academic School

Year 2019-2020 was held with great pomp and dignity last Thursday, 9th of October

2019 at the MPH where badges were given to the chosen students from each section

of Year 3 and Year 4.

The ceremony begun with a prayer followed by Quran translation. It was

immediately followed by the singing of the National Anthem and school vision

song. Miss Fatima and Miss Shaista pinned the badges to the class representatives,

green monitors, innovation leaders, wellness champion and community service

leaders.

Before the ceremony ended, Miss Fatima and Miss Shaista gave a short but

inspiring message to the new leaders.

Sing a song competition is the first competition happened in this academic year 2019-

2020.

The criteria for judging: melody& time management (10 points), theme (10

points), synchronization (10 points) and Presentation (10 points) a total of 40 points.

The comperes were Ven from 4A and Diezl from 4D.

The competition started at around 11:15 in the morning. Class 3A started the

competition then followed by 3B sang the song Yesterdays Dream, 3C, 3D and all of

them did it nicely and well presented. Next to perform is 3E, 3F who sung acapella,

3G and 3H and the last one to perform is 3J. Ms. Norma as the judge announced the

winners from 3rd to 1st. First placers are 3A & 3B, both got 31 points in total. After

60 minutes, the Year 4 students went excited and well behaved as they went to MPH.

Then the competition started immediately from 4A until 4I. All classes were

competitive and the judge, Ms. Norma had the hard time to give marks. She said that

every class did very well. Then she announced the winners. Third placers are 4D and

4B who both got 29 marks. Second place goes to 4F and they got 30. And the winners

are: 4A, 4C and 4h got 40 perfect score!

The Students of Year 3 and 4 were very happy during the

Inter house football girls match. There are four teams were

participated for this match they are YELLOW, RED, BLUE,

GREEN, In the beginning of the first match our chief gust was

happy officer and Activity coordinator of our school Miss. Marwa

she started the match. For 22/10/2019 the two teams were qualified

for the final red and blue teams. Both teams were aimed to win the

Match. Finally, the match was won by BLUE the score is (1-0).

The certificate has been provided by the Respected Section head

Mam Miss. Shaistha Dawood and she has been given the special

greetings to the children.

In connection with the celebration of the annual Math Super

Learning Week, the Year 3C class, together with some Year 3

students, conducted an assembly that was held last 23rd October

2019. It was led by Rishona from 3C and Daniah from 3F, who

served as the Masters of Ceremony.

The class assembly was started by recitation of Qur’an by

Nabhiel and translated by Wateen, both from 3D followed by

Hadith which was given by Minahil from 3F. Singing of UAE

National Anthem and The Apple International Vision song was

followed afterwards.

Mental Math questions served as a starter to the students. Few

insights about mathematics were also given. Different applications

and importance of Math to our daily life were highlighted through

a skit. Some mathematicians were also introduced and showed

their contributions to the world. The Mathematics applications and

UAE connection is also highlighted with the first Emirati

astronaut, Hazzaa Al Mansoori who was sent to space recently.

STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) was

also emphasized on this event.

Students also performed a short math challenge dance.

The assembly will not be complete without the inspiring words

coming from the principal – Ms. Jaya Menezes.

The millennial children are Tech savvy and love challenges. They

are pros when it comes to use of technology for education and for

entertainment. Tech Fest 2019 had them put on their creative caps

and focus their energies on creating fun digital painting,

PowerPoint, movies and games. Year 3 & 4 had fun creating

digital art & presentations. A rocking assembly by the Year 3

students set the tone for the Tech Fest 2019. The assembly took the

students on a journey of exploration and brought forth the rapid

developments in the field of ICT.

Tech Fest had children using technology to drive creativity.

“If you can’t feed a hundred people, then feed just one…” ~

Mother Theresa

World Food Day was celebrated on the 16th of October, 2019

at 7:40am on the Assembly Ground of The Apple International

School by the students of Year 3D.

The assembly began with an Introduction and the Quran

Recitation after which quotes on Food were recited by the students.

There was a play about healthy food and eating a balanced diet. The

students were introduced to MY PLATE concept of having a

balanced meal. The aim was to motivate students to avoid junk food

and eat a healthy diet to maintain good health and to grow well.

The students also had a dance presentation on ‘Healthy food”.

Healthy food was displayed to encourage all to eat healthy meals.

Students of Years 3 and 4 were able to learn to eat a balanced diet

and to include fruits in their diet to stay healthy and fit. The section

head Ms. Shaistha, gave words of

advice to the students to spread the

spirit of sharing and giving to celebrate

the day.