On November 27, the Middle School SUM will host a unique and valuable conference for parents: “Forging Champions for Life: An Inspirational Dialogue with Parents of Young Athletes.” This event, taking place from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., will be led by Manolo Guevara, a renowned mental coach specializing in professional,…
Fostering Unity and Leadership through Middle School Houses
In Middle School at JFK, students embrace a new way to connect, learn, and grow through our dynamic “House” program. Launched to promote integration, leadership, and a deeper sense of community, the House system brings together students across different age groups, encouraging them to collaborate and support one another in…
A Huge Thank You to Our Amazing Parent Associations!
We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the parent associations from each section. You did an incredible job making this day so special! Your dedication not only made the celebration memorable but also helped keep the beautiful tradition of altars for the Day of the Dead alive…
Halloween Celebration and Traditions in SWAS
In our SWAS program, our Elementary students immersed themselves in the celebration by creating beautiful catrinas, and we had a winner who dazzled everyone! Middle School students participated in an exciting pumpkin contest and presented posters about Halloween festivities in their respective countries. It was a wonderful opportunity to share…
Understanding Migration: A Learning Experience for 5th Grade
5th-grade students welcomed Cynthia Dayana Monreal Torres, a lawyer and expert in migration, who gave a talk on this topic as part of the unit they are currently studying. The central idea of this unit is that migrations are responses to challenges, risks, and opportunities, transforming both individuals and societies…
Halloween and Rock Altars at High School: A Unique Night!
At High School, we celebrated Halloween with an exciting costume parade organized by the Student Council. It was a fantastic opportunity for students to showcase their creativity and festive spirit. In the evening, we held our altar demonstration, featuring talented rock bands made up of students and teachers. It was…
Halloween and Day of the Dead at Middle School: An Unforgettable Celebration!
At Middle School, the celebration of Halloween and the Day of the Dead was an exciting event full of learning and fun. Students worked hard to create altars, including one dedicated to John F. Kennedy, which was very meaningful for everyone. They also participated in the pumpkin decorating competition by…
Halloween at Preschool: A Magical Celebration
This Halloween, our little ones celebrated in a very special way at Preschool. Everyone arrived in their costumes, filling the space with colors and smiles. They enjoyed a parade where they showcased their amazing outfits and danced to festive songs, sharing joyful moments with their parents. After the parade, the…
Halloween at Elementary School: A Spooktacular Celebration!
This year, our Elementary students came together to celebrate Halloween in a speooktacular way. The costume parade was a great success, with each classroom competing for the best costume. The Parent Association organized a series of fun and spooky activities, some of them included: Additionally, the altar de muertos provided…
JFK Celebrates 20 Years of Environmental Commitment / El JFK celebra 20 años de compromiso ambiental
For the third consecutive year, JFK has been awarded the Eco-School certification, and this year marks our first recognition as a LEAF-certified institution. These certifications reflect our enduring commitment to fostering environmental awareness and action among our students. On October 29, we proudly celebrated the symbolic raising of the Eco-Schools…