During this week, 4th grade students took part in the provocation activity that marked the beginning of their new unit of inquiry, accompanied by their parents. This experience aimed to spark students’ curiosity and interest around the transdisciplinary theme Who We Are, whose central idea is: Interactions among body systems…
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Exploring Matter Through a Science Market
Our 3rd grade students concluded their unit of inquiry by demonstrating their understanding of the central idea: “When we understand what matter is like and how it changes, we can create new things that help us.” Through a Science Market, students “sold” different products and explained to visitors the form…
Meet the Jaguars: Angélica Ortiz
Starting this January, Miss Angélica Ortiz steps into her new role as Student Affairs for Elementary School, bringing with her a strong background in education, psychology, and a deep commitment to students’ social and emotional growth. Miss Angélica’s professional journey began in the classroom as a preschool teacher, an experience…
Learning How the World Works
Our 3rd-grade students participated in the talk with Milen Roca, a parent from the JFK community, as part of their preparation for the upcoming “Mercadito Científico”. During the session, Milen shared what a scientist does and explained the scientific method in a clear and engaging way, helping students deepen their…
Community Celebrations
This week, we recognize the outstanding achievements of our students beyond the classroom. Congratulations to Guillermo on his excellent performance! Guillermo Herrera – ES4Activity: Ice HockeyEvent: Ice Hockey TournamentAchievement: Guillermo and his ice hockey team, the Lakeside Pelicans, competed in a tournament in San Antonio, Texas, earning second place overall.…
Celebrating Our SWAS Graduates
This semester, six students completed the SWAS program. Their progress reflects months of effort, growth, and perseverance, and it has been truly rewarding to witness the development of their confidence and skills over time. We are proud to recognize our graduates—Eleanor and Theodor Kliewer, Yirang Park, Tai Leach, Erinnah Shin,…
When Learning Becomes Action
During this week’s Flag Ceremony, our first-grade students shared how an idea can be transformed into meaningful action. Last year, when they were in Prefirst, they learned about the importance of signs and symbols as tools to help us communicate and understand one another. This learning took place within the…
Community Celebrations
This week, we want to recognize the outstanding achievements of our students in activities outside of school. Congratulations to Emilia and Renata for their amazing accomplishments! Renata Martínez – ES1Activity: GimnasticsEvent: Arcus Gymnastics competitionAchievement: Renata participated in the annual Arcus Gymnastics Competition, part of the Mexican Gymnastics Federation. She competed in all four…
Exploring “Where We are in Place and Time”
Regarding the unit of inquiry, whose transdisciplinary theme is “Where we are in place and time” and its central idea, “The Earth’s physical geography influences the way populations live,” our second-grade Elementary School students had the opportunity to hear from parents who shared how their business or company determined that…
Exploring Migration Stories in Grade 5
As part of the transdisciplinary theme “Where We Are in Place and Time,” fifth-grade students explored the central idea that migration is a response to challenges, risks, and opportunities that transform both people and societies around the world. Through reflection and discussion, students shared their own experiences with migration —…