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…
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Meet the Jaguars: Mayra Azaola
With 11 years of experience at JFK, Miss Mayra Azaola has found a true home within this vibrant community. She treasures the opportunity to learn from people of different nationalities and cultures, and she deeply appreciates the sense of belonging and support she receives at JFK. This year, her dedication…
K1 Explores Responsibility and Care in Unit 3
K1 has embarked on an exciting journey with the start of Unit 3, exploring the transdisciplinary theme “Sharing the Planet”. This unit encourages students to inquire about their rights and responsibilities in sharing finite resources with other people and living beings, fostering a sense of equality, peace, and conflict resolution.…
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…
Meet the Jaguars: Miss Yuko Murasawa, Preschool
Originally from Japan, Miss Yuko Murasawa has been an integral part of the JFK community for 11 years. Her journey began in Kinder 2, where she spent her first two years teaching. For the past eight and a half years, she has dedicated herself to the Kinder 3 program, bringing…
Anti-Bullying Week at JFK: A Commitment to Community and Respect
Last week, we celebrated our Anti-Bullying Week, an opportunity to reflect on and reinforce our school community’s ongoing commitment to respect, inclusion, and kindness. Throughout the week, each section of the school participated in various activities focused on creating a positive and bullying-free environment. In Preschool, the focus was on…
Positive Discipline Workshop for JFK Parents successfully concludes
Yesterday, the Positive Discipline Workshop, led by Maritere Soto, Preschool Assistant Principal and Certified Positive Discipline Trainer by the PDA (Positive Discipline Association), concluded with participation from Preschool and Elementary School parents. For our community, this course represents a valuable opportunity to delve into tools and approaches that support the…
Parent-Teacher Conferences: strengthening collaboration between school and families
At John F. Kennedy School, it is very important to offer parents a comprehensive and personalized view of their children’s development. For this reason, Parent-Teacher Conferences are held in the Preschool and Elementary School sections, where both parents meet with the teacher twice during the school year. Beyond grades, the…
Understanding your child’s IB Inquiry Unit: How you can support their learning
Knowing which inquiry unit your child is working on in the IB program can be a powerful way to support their learning in a direct and meaningful way. Each unit covers a central theme or concept and develops specific skills, such as critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving. Being aware of…
Open Classes: An Opportunity to Bring Parents and Children Closer to Learning / Clases Abiertas: Una oportunidad para acercar a padres e hijos al aprendizaje
During the month of October, our parents had the opportunity to participate in our Open Classes, a space designed for them to get a closer look at the daily routines in the classroom. Guided by their teachers and surrounded by their classmates, each student had the chance to showcase what…