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The Weekly Newsletter of the New Mexico International School
Volume IV-2 Todd Knouse
August 18, 2014 School Director
From the DirectorMeet the Teacher Remember to swing by school today 4:30-6:00 for “Meet the Teacher” for 1st-5th grades. This is an informal event for families with their students to meet their teacher and see their classroom.
Traffic Flow Be sure to read the attachment to this newsletter for directions on how to access campus.
Welcome Back Picnic The Special Events Committee is working hard on planning the annual “Welcome Back Picnic.” It was originally scheduled for Sunday, September 24, however it has been moved to Saturday, September 23 from 2-6. It will be at the same park as last year, located on Rio Grande Blvd and Chavez.
Back to School Night Parents, you are invited to attend Back to School Night, Wednesday, August 27 from 6-7. It is designed as a parent-only event, for the teachers to present the curricular plan for the upcoming school year. Unfortunately there will be no child supervision available during this time.
No Bus for Us Unfortunately we were unable to generate enough demand to continue pursuing student bus service to/from school. I truly wish this could be a service we could offer, but it’s just not going to happen this year.
Smith’s Community Rewards NMIS received a check for $211.52 from Smith’s grocery. This is from NMIS community members shopping at Smith’s Grocery March – June, 2014, and having their “Smith’s Rewards Card” linked to NMIS. There is no cost to do so. The more you shop at Smiths and use your card (with it linked to NMIS), the more money we will
receive. Thanks to all of you for your support!
Get Involved – Joint the School Advisory Committee (SAC) The SAC is the voice of the parent community at the school. It is comprised mainly of parents, each representing a particular grade level. The SAC’s responsibilities are detailed in their bylaws, but include advising the GC and administration on the governing of the school. SAC members serve 2-year terms. There are vacancies for the following grade level representatives. You must have a child in that grade level to be a representative.
Kindergarten
Second Grade
Fourth Grade Members are elected by fellow parents in that grade level. If you are interested in running for SAC office, submit a brief bio to me at [email protected] by Friday, August 22.
Violin Rental Reminder Don’t forget to get a violin for your child to practice at home. It is highly recommended you rent a violin (rather than purchase). Violins come in very specific sizes (for example 1/10 or 1/8 or 1/2) and its possible for your child to grow this year and need to go up a size. If you chose to rent, you have several options. Baum’s Music on Eubank rents violins at $25/month. Robertson & Son’s rents for $15/month for sizes ½ and smaller and $20/month for ¾ and larger. Most rentals will include an instrument, case, bow, and block of rosin. Not included will be a shoulder rest. These are not required to play the instrument, but make it more comfortable for your child. The best price on these that I have found is Musicians Friend (www.musiciansfriend.com).
They sell them for under $12.
In This Issue:
From the Director 1
Committee News 3
Upcoming Events 4
Help Wanted 4
NMIS Sponsors 5
Uniforms
Be sure to read the uniform committee update on page 3
Our Wonderful Neighbors We are very fortunate to have the community we do, especially our neighbors in our development. In fact, our neighbors at Hope in the Desert Church have even invited the entire NMIS community to their annual church picnic. It is Sunday, September 7 beginning around 11:00. There will be a bounce house and games for children. If your family opts to go, make sure you introduce yourself to one of the church staff members as an NMIS community member. They have been
wonderful, gracious neighbors and we appreciate their invitation. If you plan on attending, please contact the church at [email protected]
First Day of Kinder Parents, bring your camera for a quick “first day of kinder” picture put on by Special Events Committee.
Family Handbook Coming soon: 2014-15 Family Handbook. You will receive a link where you can download your own copy.
Committee News
Fundraising Committee – Susan Martinez [email protected]
Special Events Committee – Erin McCollough and Parisa Wright [email protected]
We would like to extend a huge Bienvenidos to all NMIS families and students!!! We
are gearing up for fantastic events this year, please look out for them!!!
Also we would like to invite all new and existing parents and guardians of NMIS to our
first meeting this Wednesday after drop off in the conference room. This is a fabulous
bunch and we have a great time planning all the special events through out the year!!
Look forward to seeing you all there!!
Enrichment Committee – Kathryn Johnson [email protected]
Uniform Committee – Gabriella Sim and Barbara Lane [email protected]
Please remember that we will be at the school on Tuesday from 12-2. If you need to order or pick up from last spring, please come in Tuesday from 12-2. This is the last order until spring after the lottery. THURSDAY AT 8:30 IS THE ABSOLUTE LAST DAY TO PLACE AN ORDER! We will not be accepting any orders after Thursday at 8:30. If you want to order a fleece jackets you will need to do it during this order period. Yearbook Committee – Brian Barlow [email protected]
School Advisory Committee –[email protected] Next SAC meeting is September 3 at 6:00 here at the NMIS campus Grade level representatives:
Kindergarten vacant First Grade Anney Snyder Second Grade vacant Third Grade Kerri Mich Fourth Grade vacant Fifth Grade Parisa Wright
New Mexico International
School
8650 Alameda Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87122
(505)503-7670 www.nmis.org
For general information and
questions; contact our volunteer receptionist [email protected]
To report an absence, inquire about lottery or registration; contact our registrar Anna
Thompson at: [email protected]
Help Wanted We need about 400
pounds of sand to fill our newly donated portable
basketball hoops.
I’m looking for a volunteer to help strip, wax and buff the floors.
Upcoming NMIS Events
Monday, August 18 – Meet the Teacher Event 4:30-6:00 A child-focused event where families can come by the school and meet their teacher and see their classrooms.
Wednesday, August 20 – Classes Begin
Friday, August 22 – SAC Interest Letters Due If you’d like to be considered for election to the SAC, submit a short bio to school director on or before this date.
Saturday, August 23 – Welcome Back Picnic 12-4 pm Details to follow from Special Events Committee
Wednesday, August 27 – Back to School Night 6-7 pm A parent-only event where teachers will discuss curricular plans for the year. No child care available.
Wednesday, August 27 – SAC election ballots due
Thursday, August 28 – Governing Council Meeting 5-8 pm
Monday, September 1 – No School School closed in observance of Labor Day
Wednesday, September 3 – SAC meeting 6-8 pm
Monday, September 8 –Wednesday September 24 – Fall MAP testing The first of three testing sessions done throughout the year where children are assessed in their reading and math skills in English.
Monday, September 15 – Fall Enrichment Program begins
Wednesday, September 24 – Town Hall Meeting 6-8 pm An evening event where the community can informally meet with the school administration and governance to celebrate school successes and address school concerns.
Friday, September 26 – Mid Trimester Progress Reports sent
Monday, September 29 – October 3 – Scholastic Book Fair
Monday, September 29 – October 3 – International Teacher Appreciation Week. A week-long celebration of our teachers. Details to follow from Special Events committee.
Thursday, October 2 – Governing Council Meeting 5-8 pm
Friday, October 3 – ABQ Aloft Hot Air Balloon Launch from NMIS A culminating event to end Teacher Appreciation Week. Time TBD, but early morning at NMIS.
Thursday October 9 – October 10 – No School School closed for fall break.
Friday, October 24 – United Nations Day
Wednesday, November 5 – SAC meeting 6-8 pm
Thursday, November 6 – November 7 – No School School closed for teacher professional development on International Baccalaureate Programme.
Friday, November 14 – International day for Tolerance An in-school event by Special Events committee celebrating tolerance world-wide.
Friday, November 14 – End of First Trimester
NMIS thanks these sponsors for their support!
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