This weekend, our talented Jazz students stood out at the ENTREDANCERS dance competition, held at the Teatro Metropolitano in Querétaro. Various educational institutions from the state took part in this event, and our representatives showcased their passion, technique, and dedication in every performance. Thanks to their hard work and commitment,…
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Congratulations Matías
On May 18, Matías Antonio García Aranzubia, a first-grade student, won third place in the lower category at the 4th “Hércules” Public Speaking Contest organized by Pentathlón at the State Congress, where he proudly represented the Colegio Queretano de Oratoria and JFK. For Matías, this achievement is the result of…
4th Grade Students Bring Ancient Civilizations to Life
On May 22 and 23, our 4th-grade students presented their projects through a museum-style exhibition, where they shared with their parents their knowledge of the Inca, Maya, Aztec, and Navajo cultures— the result of extensive research. According to Miss Mitzi Hernández, 4D teacher, “This is a transdisciplinary project where students…
Exploring imagination and creativity through stories
This week, our 2nd-grade students enjoyed a very special experience with Miss Debra Cortney, Preschool Principal, as part of the triggering activity for their new unit of inquiry. Under the central idea “Imagination and creativity help us create and interpret different literary genres” and within the transdisciplinary theme “How we…
Reflection and Learning in Unit 5: SWAS
As part of their summative assessment for Unit 5, 4th grade students stepped into the world of public health by imagining a fictional virus during a made-up pandemic. This creative challenge allowed them to consolidate their learning by designing informative brochures that highlighted key aspects of health and wellness. In…
Learning from JFK’s Leaders
As part of the transdisciplinary theme “Where we are in place and time,” 1st grade students have been working with the central idea: “Leadership is essential for communities to thrive.” Through various activities, they have learned how leadership influences the well-being and functioning of a community. To better understand this…
Unders tanding How Matter Changes
Our 3rd grade students worked on the transdisciplinary theme “How We Share the Planet”, focusing on the following Central Idea: “Understanding the properties and changes of matter allows us to innovate and develop technologies that drive progress in various fields.” Throughout the unit, they explored key concepts such as physical…
Exploring Movement Through Shadow Theater
The Physical Education class at JFK has introduced shadow theater, an activity that challenges the traditional perception of this subject. “Physical Education is often associated only with running, jumping, or using balls and hoops. However, it is also possible to develop body expression,” says teacher Joan Ibarra, who has led…
5th Graders Teach Online Safety Through Games
In celebration of Safer Internet Day, 5th-grade students designed fun board games where they had the opportunity to share and explain online safety tips to Prefirst students as part of their Technology class. It was a great learning and reflection activity for both grades! Con motivo del Día Internacional del…
Transforming Math Education at JFK: A Conceptual Approach
At JFK Elementary School , the way mathematics is taught has undergone a transformation to align with a more conceptual and inquiry-based approach. Recognizing the need for change, the school has been implementing a progressive methodology inspired by the PYP framework over the past two years. Leading this initiative is…