During this week, 4th grade students took part in the provocation activity that marked the beginning of their new unit of inquiry, accompanied by their parents. This experience aimed to spark students’ curiosity and interest around the transdisciplinary theme Who We Are, whose central idea is: Interactions among body systems…
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Exploring Matter Through a Science Market
Our 3rd grade students concluded their unit of inquiry by demonstrating their understanding of the central idea: “When we understand what matter is like and how it changes, we can create new things that help us.” Through a Science Market, students “sold” different products and explained to visitors the form…
Learning How the World Works
Our 3rd-grade students participated in the talk with Milen Roca, a parent from the JFK community, as part of their preparation for the upcoming “Mercadito Científico”. During the session, Milen shared what a scientist does and explained the scientific method in a clear and engaging way, helping students deepen their…
When Learning Becomes Action
During this week’s Flag Ceremony, our first-grade students shared how an idea can be transformed into meaningful action. Last year, when they were in Prefirst, they learned about the importance of signs and symbols as tools to help us communicate and understand one another. This learning took place within the…
Exploring “Where We are in Place and Time”
Regarding the unit of inquiry, whose transdisciplinary theme is “Where we are in place and time” and its central idea, “The Earth’s physical geography influences the way populations live,” our second-grade Elementary School students had the opportunity to hear from parents who shared how their business or company determined that…
Who We Are: Exploring Global Celebrations in 3rd Grade
Last Thursday, November 7, 3rd-grade Elementary School students had the opportunity to attend two talks connected to their Unit of Inquiry, whose transdisciplinary theme is Who We Are, and central idea states: People celebrate important moments with traditions that reflect what they value and share with others. These sessions supported…
Exploring the Universe with a NASA Engineer
As part of their first Unit of Inquiry, “Where We Are in Place and Time,” 3rd-grade students have been exploring the central idea that “Inventions and discoveries have helped us understand the universe.” Through this unit, students learn about the movements of the solar system, celestial bodies, and scientific discoveries…
Learning to be prepared: a safety experience for our 3rd grade students
As part of thier unit of inquiry under the transdisciplinary theme “How we organize ourselves”, and in connection with the central idea “Understanding the risks of natural disasters helps us prepare and take better care of ourselves,” our 3rd grade students participated in a series of educational experiences focused on…
5th graders lead with purpose in the PYP Exhibition
The PYP Exhibition is a culminating experience of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP). It offers 5th-grade Elementary School students a unique opportunity to demonstrate everything they have learned throughout their journey in the program. Over several months, students investigate a topic of personal interest related to a real-world…
4th Grade Students Bring Ancient Civilizations to Life
On May 22 and 23, our 4th-grade students presented their projects through a museum-style exhibition, where they shared with their parents their knowledge of the Inca, Maya, Aztec, and Navajo cultures— the result of extensive research. According to Miss Mitzi Hernández, 4D teacher, “This is a transdisciplinary project where students…