The Owl 4/17/23
Student-Led Conferences Are Next Friday
Student-Led Conferences are coming up! Unlike our other two conferences of the year, these will be student-led and IN-PERSON! These conferences are offered to PreK through 5th Grade students.
FRIDAY, APRIL 28
IN-PERSON!
WHAT ARE STUDENT-LED CONFERENCES?
A celebration of learning!
Led completely by the student
An opportunity for students to take ownership and to demonstrate their learning to their families
A common practice in PYP schools all over the world
In person!
Something new for ISP!
Check out more information about the conferences here: Student-led conferences family information 2023.pdf
THEY ARE NOT…
“normal” conferences. They are not a time to discuss issues or concerns with the teacher. This time is all about celebrating your child and giving them a chance to shine!
If you need to discuss an issue or concern, set up a separate time to meet with your teacher.
SIGN UP FOR STUDENT-LED CONFERENCES
Conferences will last about thirty minutes each. There may be up to three families in the conference at once; slots will be staggered (so don’t be confused when you see 10-minute increments on the sign up).
IMPORTANT – PARENTS OF TWINS: Please book your twins’ times separately, if possible, so that there is no overlap. This should be dedicated time for both of them!
One Question Survey
You should have gotten an email last Thursday from Maria or Jason that asks for your participation in a very short survey. It is a simple two-minute survey per student in your family, which we send out in both the Fall and Spring. It’s a simple way for you to let us know what we are doing well and where we can improve. The feedback from this survey helps us to shape our activities and priorities, both school-wide and in specific areas.
It will take no more than a few moments of your time. The more people that participate, the more actionable and valuable the feedback will be to the school.
We would like EVERY parent in a household to complete it. Please check your emails from Maria Abad or Jason Johnston from last Thursday. Thank you in advance for your time!
Parent Network Update: Parent Leaders Needed for 2023-24!
PARENT LEADERS NEEDED!
At ISP, we are so pleased to have a strong network of parent volunteers. And by volunteering at ISP, you are a member of our Parent Network! Parent Network meetings are held monthly at 8:30am on the first Wednesday of the month.
The Parent Network, led by a steering committee made up of parents, works in collaboration with school administration to provide volunteer support to help further ISP’s mission. The group’s goal is to strengthen, enhance and encourage the educational and community environment ISP. Just as importantly, it aims to strengthen relationships, communication, and collaboration between parents, faculty, and administrators.
Current Parent Network co-chairs Melissa Miller and Bernie Murphy and staff liaison Rebecca Roberts are in the planning stages for the 2023-24 school year. There are several positions available, most with minimal time commitments.
Are you looking for ways to meet new parents at the school and help build community at ISP? Check out these open opportunities!
New Parent and Early Childhood Liaison
Be a resource for our new families in elementary and EC. Answer questions and helpour new families find the resources they need help make staff connections. Attend our monthly Parent Network Meetings, summer new family events and the New Parent Orientation in the fall. Average time commitment is 3-5 hours per month. This position is a part of the Parent Network Steering Committee.
Room Parent Lead
Be a resource for our team of room parents. Relay necessary communication to room parents and staff as needed. Attend our Parent Network monthly meetings. Average time commitment is 3-5 hours per month. This position is a part of the Parent Network Steering Committee.
Cultural Events
Help plan our three track language celebrations. Pick one or all three! Average time commitment: 10-20 hours, with the most hours leading up to/at the event.
- Hispanic Heritage Month
- Lunar New Year
- Kodomo no Hi (Children’s Day)
Community Events
Help plan events that bring the ISP community together. Average time commitment: 2-10 hours.
Fall and Spring Spirit Week
Teacher Appreciation Week – FILLED
Parent Info Nights
End of Year Party
Teacher Appreciation Week is Coming Up!
Teacher Appreciation Week is from May 1 – 5. Teacher Appreciation Week is a wonderful way to break up a work day with a delightful treat and make our beloved teachers feel special. All classes and students can participate!
Please check with your room parent if you have not received an email with more details about how you and your student(s) can participate!