Dear Colleagues,This 4-day weekend was definitely needed and we hope that you had the opportunity to make the most of the typical Japanese early spring weather with temperatures fluctuating between -1 and + 18. This week is also very different from a normal week for both students and us, as we have the students in our classes until midday Thursday. As we are preparing for the conferences, the focus is on reflecting on the learning of this semester. This very important reporting time offers all constituencies students, teachers, and parents opportunities to focus and commit their efforts to ensure successful learning in the remainder of the school year.
When finalizing your thinking and phrases for the conferences, please keep in mind that parents expect the teachers to take the lead, make certain evaluative judgment calls, and set tangible goals for learning.
Students contribute as they share some of their learning, and participate in the goal-setting process. In April, when we have the student-led conferences, we will let the students take the lead and celebrate the achievements and learning of the whole school year.
On Tuesday, we are sharing learning, celebrating birthdays, and learning about announcements in our February Assembly. Please, get your zoom and students ready right after the lunch recess.
This Wednesday, the first half is focusing on getting ready for the conferences. A great opportunity to check that your technology is all working, you have all the student work ready to go, and to discuss with your team any final agreements. In order to mentally prepare for the meeting, the afternoon is dedicated to well-being. Here you can find a document where you can invite or join groups for socially distanced activities.
Let’s have a successful week!
Riana, Trevor, and Heikki
Weekly Duties:
Time | 10:28 - 10:40 | 12:25-12:50 | 12:40-13:00 | 13:00-13:20 | 14:10-14:20 |
Duty Area (*Rainy day area) | Playscape Playscape Soccer fields (In classrooms) | Line G1-2 Tables G3-5 Tables | Shed (Gym) Playscape (Gym/Classroom) Soccer fields (Classroom) | Shed (Gym) Playscape (Gym/Classroom) Soccer fields (Classroom) | Playground (In classrooms) Note: Shed kept closed |
Who
| Suki Kris Liam | Yoshiko Heikki | Angela Steve Erin | Kieran Trevor Caterina | Suki Kris Liam |
This Week's Schedule: Master Schedule 20-21
Day | Morning | Afternoon |
Mon 22 Feb Day 6 |
| 14:15-16:00 Curriculum Leadership Meeting Monday After-school Clubs end |
Tues 23 Feb Day 7 | FYI: Today is the Emperor's Birthday Holiday | 13:35 February Assembly Tuesday After-school Clubs end |
Wed 24 Feb Day 8 | PYPEAN Meeting Riana and Trevor | Wednesday After-school Clubs end Wednesday Learning: 14:40-15:30 Conference Prep in Teams 15:40-16:30 Wellness |
Thu 25 Feb Day 9 | PYPEAN Meeting Riana and Trevor Early Dismissal at 12:00 12:00-12:45 Lunch (from home) | 13:00 Three-way Conferences begin 16:00-16:45 Supper provided |
Fri 26 Feb
| Three-way Conferences 8:00 - 12:00-12:45 Lunch provided |
Professional Learning:
Please note that in order to qualify for Professional Development, you must always apply through the CA PD application form found on the new KissFlow. Applications must be submitted no later than 10 days before the registration deadline. For further information on 'How to apply for PD - click here'.
N.B. All PD information posted on Blogger is by default 'Personal PD' unless otherwise noted.
Future Dates
Term 2 After-school Clubs end Thursday clubs end Mar 11 Friday clubs end Mar 19
Principal Coffee Mar 11 Thursday
Spring Break Mar 20-28 | Wednesday Learning 3rd March 14:40-15:30 Tankyu 15:40-16:30 EL #13 (short) &14 (full) Planning 10th March 14:40-15:30 Assessment 15:40-16:30 Assessment 17th March 14:40-15:30 Assessment 15:40-16:30 Managebac |
