Dear Families,
This week we were sad to say farewell to a long standing member of ABIS Primary staff. Ms. Celine Rowlands has gone home to the UK for health reasons. She is an outstanding educator, and the Kindergarten students over the past 15 years have been so lucky to experience her as their teacher and first introduction to learning. We wish you all the best Celine. You will be dearly missed.
Today, we were treated to yet another wonderful assembly, hosted by Grades 4, 5, and 6 students. It’s wonderful to see lots of parents continue to attend our Primary assemblies and share in our celebrations of learning. Thank you to all of the teachers who work hard to prepare the students for these events. Our next assembly will be either November 23 or 24, depending on when the National Day holiday is declared. We will have a parent coffee morning later in the month.
Next week is reserved for 3 Way Conferences. You have received the Conference Sign Up Link via Newsflash. Please be sure to choose a time for these important meetings with your child(ren) and their teachers. These conversations are about learning so far this year: accomplishments, goals and next steps. They are a great way to ensure we are all working together as a team to support student learning. Primary Homeroom teachers will meet in homeroom classrooms, while all specialists will be set up in LC1 Atrium for your convenience. We look forward to welcoming all of you on campus next week for these important meetings.
Next Friday, Nov. 18th, is Oman’s National Day. We will acknowledge Oman at school by asking students to wear their best Oman clothing to school, either traditional dress or national colours of red, white and green. This is always a special day for students and we are excited to celebrate again this year together.
Today you received an email about the Reading in Oman House Team competition. Please encourage your child to participate by sending a photo of themselves reading somewhere interesting in Oman. This competition will run from Sunday, Nov. 13 until Wednesday, Nov. 30, with points being earned for the most number of photos contributed per House Team.
Thank you as always for your ongoing support. Enjoy your weekend. Maeve