CAS is one of the essential components of the IB (International Baccalaureate) diploma program. It consists of designing creativity, activity, and service projects for both personal and community development. Today we present a service activity by our high school students. “Huellitas Seguras”: A Project of Love and Awareness Manuela Ovalle,…
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10th Graders Presented Their Personal Projects
On March 26, the Personal Project Exhibition took place, where our 10th-grade students shared the results of their independent exploration in an area of personal interest, demonstrating and strengthening their Approaches to Learning skills. “The Personal Project is undertaken by MYP (Middle Years Programme) students during their final year (10th…
Building Research Skills: Extended Essay Bootcamp at the Library Media Center
Last week, the Library Media Center once again supported, participated in, and hosted the Bootcamp organized for our 11th-grade students as they worked on their Extended Essays. The Library Media Center plays a key role in laying the foundation for students’ research skills development. It offers expertise in selecting, acquiring,…
Induction Ceremony for New National Honor Society (NHS) Members
On February 27, our school experienced a special moment with the induction ceremony of 14 new students into the prestigious National Honor Society (NHS) program. These students were recognized for their academic excellence, commitment to service, leadership, and character. During the ceremony, each received their honor cords, membership certificate, and…
International Day of Women and Girls in Science
On February 11 and 12, JFK proudly celebrated the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, offering students meaningful experiences that highlighted women’s contributions to STEM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Exploring Science at ENES UNAM Juriquilla11th and 12th-grade students passionate about biological sciences visited the genomics, neurobiology,…
Meet the Jaguars: Piotr Sobczak
Behind every great learning experience at JFK, there is a dedicated teacher who brings knowledge, enthusiasm, and a unique perspective to the classroom. Today, we introduce Piotr Sobczak, a High School Economics teacher whose passion for education has been a lifelong journey. Originally from Poland, Piotr began his teaching career…
Meet the Jaguars: Francisco Hernández
With 22 years of experience at John F. Kennedy, The American School of Querétaro, Francisco Hernández has made a significant impact on the school community through physical education and sports. From an early age, he discovered his passion for teaching, inspired by his elementary school physical education teacher, Fernando, who…
JFK Students Excel at PASMUN 2025
From January 28 to 30, 17 students from MiddleMUN Club and 7 students from the HS MUN elective represented our school at the PASMUN 2025 Model United Nations Conference in Puebla City. Throughout the event, our students engaged in global debates, honed their argumentation and diplomacy skills, and had an…
Alumnus Ángel De Lope Shares His Ironman Experience
Last week, JFK alumnus Ángel De Lope Cobo gave a talk to students about his experience preparing for the Ironman competition, in which he was the highest-ranked Mexican participant. The conference, titled “My Journey to Becoming Mexico’s #1 Ironman: Qro to Kona”, covered the physical and mental challenges of the…
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…