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…
How We Organize Ourselves: 4th Grade Discovers Economics with High School Support
This week, 4th-grade students participated in a talk on economic activities led by 12th-grade students as part of the “How We Organize Ourselves” unit. The central idea of this unit is that a country’s development depends on various social, political, and environmental factors, as well as the use of its…
Tips for an Eco-Friendly Halloween and Día de Muertos
Celebrate Halloween and Día de Muertos while caring for our planet! Here are some simple tips to make your festivities greener: 1. Get Creative with Costumes Swap and share: Exchange costumes with friends or family for a fresh look! DIY fun: use items you already have at home. Check online…
Seniors in the Spotlight: First University Acceptances of the Year, Congratulations, Mariana and Ricardo
Each school year, our High School celebrates an exciting tradition: the Principal rings a bell in front of all students to announce each new university acceptance. Last week, we had the joy of ringing the bell for our first two students of the year, Mariana Papacostas and Ricardo Calzada, who have been accepted…
“Dress a Child & Give a Toy” Campaign 2024. Join us in collecting clothing and toys to bring warmth and joy to communities in need.
As part of our commitment to the community for over 20 years, our school proudly supports the “Dress a Child and Give a Toy” campaign. This noble initiative, organized by the Institutional Development area with the valuable support of volunteer mothers, aims to collect clothing and toys for communities in…
Thinking Outside the Box: JFK Students Embrace Creativity and Teamwork through Destination Imagination
For the first time, our 4th and 5th graders are participating in Destination Imagination, a global educational program that fosters creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills in children. In their weekly class, students collaborate to brainstorm ideas, design solutions, and present their final projects. Destination Imagination helps them develop critical thinking,…
AI with Integrity: Middle Schoolers Embrace Responsible Technology Use
Last week, Middle School students engaged in an important session on Academic Honesty and Artificial Intelligence, learning not only about the academic implications of AI but also about its responsible use in a digital world. “Teaching students about AI and academic honesty is essential as AI tools become more accessible…