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.…
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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 —…
Invention Convention: Little Great Inventors!
During the first Unit of Inquiry, SWAS third-grade students explored topics related to space, inventions, and the scientists whose ingenuity and curiosity have allowed us to learn more about the universe. Through readings, experiments, and creative activities, students discovered how ideas can transform the world and open the doors to…
JFK Dancers Win 1st Place at Statewide Impact Dance Convention
We proudly recognize the outstanding performance of Andrea Muñoz and Aranza Corona, who represented the JFK community with remarkable talent and dedication at the Impact Dance Convention, held on Saturday, November 15. This statewide, high-level competition brings together young dancers from across the region to showcase their skills in a…
Community Celebrations
This week, we want to recognize the outstanding achievements of our students in activities outside of school. Congratulations to Mia for her amazing accomplishments! Mia Skinfield – ES4Activity: Ice SkatingEvent: 4th Eden Ice TrophyAchievement: She won 1st place in the Debutants 1 – Infantil B category.Date: November, 2025 We are so proud…
Who We Are: Exploring Global Celebrations in 3rd Grade
Last Thursday, November 7, 3rd-grade Elementary School students had the opportunity to attend two talks connected to their Unit of Inquiry, whose transdisciplinary theme is Who We Are, and central idea states: People celebrate important moments with traditions that reflect what they value and share with others. These sessions supported…