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…
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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…
Meet the Jaguars: Rebeca García
For eight school cycles, Rebeca García Arroyo, better known as Miss Becky, has been a key figure in shaping first-grade students at JFK. Originally from Mexico, she holds a degree in Pedagogy and is a Certified Graphologist. She is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Multidisciplinary Studies, demonstrating her…
Starting 2025 with Growth: Teacher Training for Excellence
To kick off 2025, our teachers participated in an enriching training session on January 8 and 9. During these days, educators from different sections came together to reflect on their teaching practices and acquire valuable tools to enhance their daily work. According to MS teacher, Diana Sánchez: “We conducted a…
SWAS students celebrate Mexican traditions
This holiday season, High School SWAS students embraced the rich traditions of their host country by creating their own version of the classic Mexican pastorela. Inspired by their recent studies on the Spiritual Conquest of Mexico and how the traditions were introduced during that time, they dived into the culture…
Celebrating Kindness: Recognitions from the Kindness Box in Elementary School
This Monday, during the Elementary School Flag Ceremony, several students were recognized for showing kindness toward their peers. These actions were acknowledged by their classmates through the recently implemented Kindness Box. This program, led by Miss Jimena Barbeito, Character Education teacher in Elementary School, aims to promote the recognition of…
Who We Are: 3rd Grade Explores World Traditions in Unit 2
This week, 3rd-grade students from Elementary School presented their Unit 2 project, centered on the transdisciplinary theme “Who We Are,” to their parents. During the presentation, the students shared their learning experiences, highlighting their understanding of concepts such as culture and tradition. For this open class, teachers Bego Goicoechea, Colombia…
Jaguars shine in National Basketball Tournaments
The JFK basketball teams showcased their competitive spirit and athletic growth by participating in two major national tournaments in November: the CIDECOPA, held in San Luis Potosí, and the COPA MX – LIGA NACIONAL DE CLUBES, hosted in Querétaro. Both events gathered high-level teams, allowing our players to test their…