On Monday, June 16 of this year, the Elementary School held its flag-bearing ceremony, where 5th-grade students proudly handed over the National Flag to their 4th-grade peers. The new flag bearers committed to safeguarding our National Flag with dignity, actively participating in civic events, and being role models by consistently…
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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…
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…
Gimme Five in Middle School
Last week, during Middle School recess, the “Gimme Five” project took place on the courts. The Physical Education Department organized four activities designed to encourage play and physical activity. Through this project, the school created an inclusive space for the entire section, promoting interaction among different grade levels through recreational,…
High School Hosts “Reds vs. Blues” Physical Education Event
High School students are gearing up for the much-anticipated “Reds vs. Blues” Physical Education Event, where the entire section is divided into two teams: Reds and Blues. This exciting competition will see students competing in various athletic challenges to accumulate points, all with the ultimate goal of earning the elimination…
Physical Education Week / Semana de Educación Física
From October 7 to 10, we celebrated Physical Education Week, with the goal of promoting self-care and raising awareness about the healthy habits we can adopt. Throughout the week, we reflected on the importance of good nutrition, regular exercise, and proper hydration to maintain a balanced physical and social well-being.…
Emma Gutierrez Leadership Award 2024 JFK representative: Dulce Rodríguez
Miss Dulce Rodríguez, Physical Education Teacher, has been selected as a representative of JFK to be a recipient of the Emma Gutiérrez Leadership Award, awarded annually by ASOMEX (Association of American Schools in Mexico), of which we are a part as an institution. This award supports women in reaching leadership…
Physical Education Week / Semana de la Educación Física
During Physical Education Week we carry out activities focused on taking care of our health and well-being, among which there were presentations about the habits, skills and abilities that we work on in Physical Education. In Preschool, the Movement Fair was very fun and a lot of learning, where the…