Week Ending 14th January 2024 General Information Parents Open Morning Issue no: 1 Curriculum Next week, we will be learning about: We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to those who took one their time out of their busy schedule to attend our Open Day at school. It was a pleasure to have you in our classroom, giving you a first-hand experience of what it is like for our children on a daily basis. Their enthusiasm and excitement were written throughout the day. Your presence and involvement made the experience even more special for them, and we cannot thank you enough for that. We have put together highlights of the art activity that you did with your child on the day. Anti-bullying week/Odd Socks Day: During the upcoming anti-bullying week, the school intends to raise awareness about bullying, promote empathy, celebrate differences, and foster a sense of peace and solidarity. To celebrate differences, the whole school will have an "Odd Socks Day" on Sunday. This fun activity will encourage students to embrace individuality and accept others regardless of their differences. They will explore the concept of empathy, diversity, and respect, building their understanding of creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all. Spy Gadgets The event will be held on 12th November, and we are eager to announce the winners to you next week. The enthusiasm and participation of the students have been outstanding, and we are proud of their creativity and problem-solving skills. Any changes to student details please forward to the following email: dataupdate@akis.sch.qa TestYear Form 1 English Newsletter | AY 2024 Star of the Week Well done to our stars of the week this week. Those who received this recognition will receive their certificate by email and will be mentioned in assembly. Page |1 Looking Ahead ✓ International Day 23rd November ✓ Qatar National Day week beginning 15th December Home Learning Children are expected to access 2 lessons of Reading eggs per week. For Maths, children will use My Maths depending on what is set that week by the class teacher. Highlights from the Parents Open Morning TestYear Form 1 English Newsletter | AY 2024 Page |2