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…
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Positive Discipline Workshop: Families Committed to Respectful Parenting
Yesterday marked the conclusion of the Positive Discipline Workshop, led by Maritere Soto, Preschool Vice Principal and Certified Positive Discipline Trainer by the PDA (Positive Discipline Association), with the participation of Preschool parents. For our community, this workshop represented a valuable opportunity to explore tools and strategies that support our…
Student Council: Leadership in Action
Student Council representatives from all four academic sections came together for their first joint meeting, marking the beginning of a collaborative effort to strengthen student leadership across the school. With the participation of Mark Dunn, Elementary School Principal, and Debra Cortney, Pre School Principal, the session provided an opportunity for…
JFK Recognized by Innovamat for Excellence in Teacher Development
We are proud to share that John F. Kennedy, The American School of Querétaro has been recognized by Innovamat for its commitment as a “Centro destacado en la formación continua de su equipo docente en didáctica de las matemáticas.” This distinction celebrates our teachers’ dedication to continuous professional growth and…
Meet the Jaguars: Mónica Díaz
Miss Monica’s journey into art education at JFK began unexpectedly. She was originally a homeroom teacher when she was offered the opportunity to teach art in Preschool. “I accepted excited to try something new, although I didn’t know exactly what to expect, and it turned out to be a transformative…
Closing Coffee Around the World
Last week, we celebrated the final session of our monthly event Coffee Around the World, an initiative designed to bring our diverse school community together. During this session, parents and staff participated in a cooking activity led by Radia, a member of our Middle School Parents’ Association, while reflecting on…
Meet the Jaguars: Antares Hernández
Miss Antares is the passionate gardening teacher in Preschool and PreFirst, as well as the head of the Preschool EcoClub. Her love for biology and environmental conservation led her to combine her two passions: teaching and nature. Through gardening, she provides her students with hands-on experiences that allow them to…
K1 Activity: Visit to the Pet Store
K1 students had a fun and educational experience by participating in a pet store activity. The students adopted a pet in their classrooms and, with great excitement, made a list of the items their new pet needed. Among the products they selected were food, toys, beds, and other essential accessories…
K2 Unit – Where Are We in Place and Time
In our K2 unit, “Where Are We in Place and Time,” the K2 students have been exploring how people use a variety of tools, materials, and resources every day to carry out different activities. They have learned about everyday tools and how these tools have evolved over time, making tasks…
K1 Students Welcome a Special Visit!
This week, our K1 students had a special experience as they welcomed our guinea pigs into their classrooms! As part of their Unit of Inquiry, Sharing the Planet, students are exploring how people can make a difference in the lives not only of plants but also of the animals by…