Orientation Newsletter 2015
Orientation Newsletter 2015
Orientation Newsletter 2015
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September 6, 2015
I would like to welcome you to the American International School of
Egypt and
tell you how excited I am to be teaching your child this
year. This is my fourth year teaching KG1. I have taught for a total of
9 years. I am originally from the United States and I received my
Bachelors
degree from Slippery Rock University in Slippery Rock,
Pennsylvania. I have taught all over the United States as well as in
the United
Arab Emirates.
Kindergarten
is an important time for children. In addition to
teaching
your child the academic skills outlined in the kindergarten
curriculum, I will be helping your child to learn life and social skills like
routines, respect, teamwork, listening and responsibility.
following
Studies have shown the most effective way at this age is through
play-based learning. As a result, lessons in my class are taught
through
centers, activities, and games.
To aid your
child with their transition into a fully English environment
we have Ms. Suzy in our classroom. While Ms. Suzy is fluent in Arabic
and English
she speaks only in English while at school to the students.
Though Ms. Suzy is an important member of our class, please do not
speak to her regarding your childs academic performance. Instead
set up a
meeting with me or send me an e-mail with your concerns
and questions.
To assist with cleaning the classroom, we have Ms. Basma in our class.
Ms. Basma
is also an important member of our classroom, please do
not speak to her about your childs progress.
Im looking forward to an amazing year together!
Ms. Corinn Ms. C
Important Dates:
September 6, 2015: KG1
orientation. Parents
attend during their
scheduled time with
their child.
September 7, 2015:
Parent meeting in the
auditorium at 9:30am.
Please bring your
children to their
classroom first. You will
pick them up after the
meeting.
September 8, 2015: First
day of school without
parents for KG1. All
children will be brought
to school in the morning
and will return home by
car or bus.
8:15-8:30 Homeroom
8:30-9:15 Snack/Snack Recess
Arabic (Thursday)
9:15-10:45 Class Time
10:45-11:30 Specials
Class Time (Tuesday and Thursday)
11:30-12:15PE (Sunday/Tuesday/Thursday)
Class Time (Monday/Wednesday)
12:15-1:00 Lunch
1:00-1:45 Recess
1:45-2:30 Nap
2:30-2:45 Daily Wrap-Up
2:45 Dismissal
KG1 Specials
Physical Education is on Sunday, Tuesday,
and Thursday. Our P.E. teacher is Mr.
Denton. Please send your child to school
wearing running shoes on our PE days.
Art class is on Wednesday. Our art teacher
is Ms. Sue. Please send your child to school
wearing an older uniform on our art day.
Arabic classes will be on Sunday and
Thursday. Our Arabic teacher is Ms. Ola.
Music is on Monday with Mr. Bruce.
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Communication
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For daily communication, you can use your childs planner to write
me notes. Please check your childs planner on a regular basis. I
mostly e-mail if there is a concern but I will occasionally write notes
in the planner. You can also email me at [email protected].
I check my e-mail throughout the day. Please be sure to allow
time
for me to read my e-mail before you contact the school. You also
can set up a meeting with me through the Early Childhood
Secretary, Ms. Heba.
Car Riders
Medical Issues
Drivers:
In order for a child to leave with a person other than
their parents, Ms. Heba in the Early Childhood Office
must have a photocopy of their identification and
written permission from the childs parents. All car
riders will be picked up at Gate 5. Please do not
take your child from the car rider line in the school
building or from their classroom.
General Rules:
Students are to be at the school by 8:20 and are
dismissed at 2:45. Parents are not allowed to enter
their childs class without permission. When dropping
your child off at school, drop them off at the gate
and they will then proceed to the classroom. When
waiting for your child at the end of the day, please
wait at the appropriate gate, not in the building.
No
toys or items from home are allowed in class
unless I have sent a note home requesting them.
prevents arguments over toys and broken
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items. Anything that your child brings in without
permission will be taken and placed in my desk
until the end of the day.
Please remember to label your childs belongings.
If items are not labeled it becomes incredibly
difficult to keep track of them.
Independence is always encouraged. I usually tell the children, Try it yourself, then ask for help
before assisting them with tasks.
My Contact Information
Room # 116, Main floor
Phone: 022-6188400
Fax: 022-6174002
Email: [email protected]
Supply Checklist
Please send in these items and make sure that they are labeled with your childs first and last
name and room (KG1E).
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1 small pillow
1 small blanket
4 packages of wet wipes
1 package of colored pencils
1 package of crayons
1 package of washable markers
3 boxes of tissues
1 box of small ziplock bags
1 box of large ziplock bags
1 water bottle (everyday)
1 pair of underwear
1 pair of pants
1 shirt
1 pair of socks
1 paint shirt
1 large backpack big enough to hold snack, lunch, and notes from the school
Plastic, foldable nap mat