Important Elementary Information

As you are aware our school is constructing new facilities for the elementary and the school as a whole.  All construction is happening in the area currently occupied by the KG classes and senior administration.  As it is essential to have construction completed for the fall school start, there have been some changes to the school [...]

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Earth Week Activities in the Elementary School

The first Earth Day on April 22, 1970, activated 20 million Americans from all walks of life and is widely credited with launching the modern environmental movement. The passage of the landmark Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act and many other groundbreaking environmental laws soon followed. Growing out of the first Earth Day, Earth Day Network (EDN) works [...]

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This Week, April 22 – 26, in the Elementary …

The elementary blog has been on a holiday but now back up and operating to provide you with timely news and view from our school division.  The following are highlights for the coming week. Thank you Grade 1′s for a great assembly this past Wednesday. Earth Week begins on April 22.   What are you going to [...]

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From the Counselor…

Below some thoughts from our counselor, Donna Lawrence, that should have been published over a month ago, my apologies. RL From the Counselor … Welcome back from the holidays and Happy New Year! Although the Grade 4 assembly may seem like a long time ago (all the way back in November), we should still be [...]

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Celebrating and Sharing Learning

I have decided that I absolutely LOVE day three! This is the day I make it a priority to visit classrooms, interact with students and teachers, and glean so much information from you all. It is fun for me to watch the progression students are making in their understanding of concepts, their writing skills, and [...]

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School Clinic Information

Please click on link to access information from the clinic, Clinic Information 1

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After School Clubs Start Date

The AIS clubs second session will start Sunday January 15, 2012 instead of Sunday January 8, 2012. Please inform all the students and that the business office is still accepting the registration for all clubs. Thank you Abdo Chidiac Activities Coordinator American International School Kuwait IBO World School Tel 2225-5155 ext 529 www.aiskuwait.org

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Detailed Elementary Calendar January – June

This detailed elementary calendar will evolve during the year.  Check back regularly for updates to events occuring in the elementary school. Day Date Event 3 8-Jan 1st day after Winter Break 4 9-Jan Coffee & Conversation with the Principal 5 10-Jan 6 11-Jan 7 12-Jan 8 15-Jan 1 16-Jan 2 17-Jan 3 18-Jan 4 19-Jan [...]

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Anti-bullying Video

This video, named “The Price of Silence” was shown at the assembly today for anti-bullying and celebrating Bully Heroes – those who stand up for their friends and others. Sometimes you don’t have to say a word to be a Bully Hero. The message of this video: Anti-Bullying PSA: The Price of Silence Anti-bullying PSA. [...]

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“Homework Do’s and Don’ts” – How to make it stress free.

As the excitement of the start of the new school year is fading and routines are getting set, it’s a good time to be sure that homework time be the most stress-free for the student and for the rest of the family as possible. Here is an excerpt from an article in the 1-2-3 Magic [...]

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Welcome to a New School Year

Dear Parents, Where does time go?  About 11 weeks ago, I said my good byes to students and parents and now here we are beginning a new school year.  It is an exciting time for all involved in education: teachers, parents and; of course, the wonderful students. Whether you are a veteran of AIS or [...]

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Allergy Alert, Birthdays, Healthy Food Choices

We know that daily exercise and good eating habits contribute to the general well being of children.  Our goal is to maintain a school environment that promotes good health and is mindful of  those that are afflicted with childhood diabetes or food allergies.  While the school cannot guarantee that a classroom, canteen or other student [...]

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This Week, March 25 – 28, in the Elementary …

3 Way Conferences Parents were sent home forms to sign up for an appointment time for our 3 Way Conferences that occur this Wednesday evening and Thursday morning. Spring Break The first day after Spring Break, Sunday, April 8th is a Day 5. Calendar Up the End of School   8 25-Mar 1 26-Mar 2 [...]

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Happy Arabic Mother’s Day

To all our students’ mothers, thank you for all you do for your children and our school.   Happy Arabic Mother’s Day! كل عام و جميع الأمهات بألف خير

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This Week, March 18 – 22 in the Elementary …

Calendar up to April Break 3 18-Mar   Kuwait Schools Closed Due to Dust Storm 4 19-Mar 5 20-Mar 6 21-Mar 7 22-Mar 8 25-Mar 1 26-Mar 2 27-Mar 2nd Term Reports emailed home 3 28-Mar Evening 3Way Conferences /Relaxed Dress Day        4 29-Mar Morning 3- Way Conferences 1-Apr Spring Break 2-Apr [...]

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This Week, March 4 – 8 in the Elementary …

Coffee and Conversation with the Principal Monday, March 5 at 7:15 – 7:45 a.m. and 2:00 to 2:30 p.m. Location: Principal’s Office   Calendar up to April Break 3 5-Mar Coffee & Conversation with the Principal 4 6-Mar 5 7-Mar 6 8-Mar 7 11-Mar 8 12-Mar 1 13-Mar 2 14-Mar  Grade 2 Assembly 15-Mar International [...]

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Donate World Coins to the Red Crescent

We all have collected coins from our travels to different countries. This is an opportunity to put them to good use. The Kuwait Red Crescent will have a booth at our International Festival on Thursday, March 16. and will be pleased to receive your donation of foreign coins, money that will be put to good use [...]

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This Week, February 28 – March 1, in the Elementary

There are no particular events occurring in the life of the elementary school during this short week. Clubs will occur as scheduled. Calendar up to and including Spring Break. 7 28-Feb 8 29-Feb 1 1-Mar 2 4-Mar 3 5-Mar Grade 2 Rehearsal 8-10/Coffee & Conversation with the Principal 4 6-Mar 5 7-Mar Grade 2 Assembly 6 [...]

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Happy Liberation/National Day Weekend

As I sit in my apartment and hear the honking below on Gulf Street, I know this weekend’s festivities are just beginning to get started.  I just returned from a walk up Al Mubarak to get out and about and people watch; I wasn’t disappointed and even ran into some of our own students and [...]

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Elementary Carnival Saturday, March 10

The National Honor Society of AIS is hosting their second annual Elementary Carnival.  All proceeds from this event will go to support Sight Savers International. This is a grade 12 student event.  They are responsible for carrying out all aspects of the carnival from planning to execution.  There will be some elementary staff only present [...]

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Buy a T Shirt; Build a School

1 in 7 Billion, What’s your Contribution?  Of course, the 7 Billion refers to the population of our planet.  Buy a T Shirt; Build a School is the opportunity for the 1 (each of us)  to make a contribution to building a school. Last year there was tremendous interest in having an International Day t shirt [...]

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This Week, February 19 – 23, in the Elementary …

This is a special week in Kuwait, the countdown to the National Day/Liberation Day long weekend.  This Thursday the students are invited to wear national dress.  As well, the KG students will be leading the school in the singing of the national  anthem at approximately 9:45 a.m. Thursday morning in the tennis courts.  The school [...]

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