Dear Middle School Parents,
Last year, I shared a great article about mathematics education and STEAM. I enjoyed re-reading it again this year. My favorite quote comes towards the end of the article, where one person said about learning math: “Forget the rules! Just think!” At AISC, we ask our students to think, explain and process mathematics and science as it is no longer about finding the answer, but about thinking how to solve a problem, whether they have seen it before or not.
We had another successful STEAM Fest this year where students did just that, how to solve a problem. It was great to see many of you here on campus. We appreciate your interest and support of our students in their learning. We would like to congratulate the middle school science teachers: Ms. Rebekah, Ms. Lindsay, Mr. Bill, and Mr. Carlson, for all of their hard work in planning these projects and helping students succeed. If you missed it, check it out here: STEAM Fest 2017.
Don’t miss Cabaret!! Come and join us tonight at 6:30!!
MS Parent Coffee
Each year AISC brings an author to work with students and share his or her passion for reading and writing. This year, we have the honor of welcoming author and illustrator, Mr. Matthew Holm. Matthew Holm (http://www.matthewholm.net) will be visiting AISC from February 20-24. In addition to many other books, he is the co-author and illustrator of two popular series, Baby Mouse and Squish! During his stay he will be sharing some of his books with students and even do some special sessions for teachers. There will be an opportunity to meet Matthew Holm for parents on Tuesday, February 21 during the Parent Coffee from 8:45-9:45 in the Hall of Light.. Please email Mr. Jet in the ES/MS CIC if you have any questions (wjeremy@aischennai.org).
Lifestyle Survey
We have many programs in place in our counseling department, from Advisory topics to Health classes in PE. As we continue to develop and enhance our counseling program, we need more data to help us build it. Therefore, Middle School students will be taking a survey for us to gather data to make informed decisions of how to build a program that will meet their needs. The survey will contain questions such as, but not limited to tobacco and alcohol, eating and sleeping habits, body image, screen time, homework and stress. Students will be taking this survey during the week of 27th of February.
Athletics Office Update – Ron Thomson, Activities and Athletics Director
In just three weeks from now, we will be hosting our second ASIAC sports tournament of the year. The 2017 ASIAC Volleyball and Tennis Tournament which runs from March 3-4, 2017.
ASB and AES are committed to attending this dual Volleyball and Tennis tournament this year. We need to host 40 boys and 40 girls in our homes from Thursday, March 2nd through Sunday, March 5th.
If you can help us out and take 2, 3, 4 or more athletes in your home, please let us know. For your convenience we have included this hosting form link. You can also inform Ms. Sally Victor (vsally@aischennai.org) who is coordinating all the housing for our guests. Sally is located in the Activities/Athletic Director’s Office (Room 1304) and can be reached at extension 1303.
Have a good weekend.
Sincerely,
Alan Phan & Andrew Ranson
Middle School Administration