Superintendent's Office

 Dear ACS Community,

Well, we have nearly come to the end of the 2023-2024 school year.  It has been a year of change abounding with new ideas, new events, and new programs.  Of course, the frenetic pace at the end of a school year does not permit much time for reflection in this week.  We have many activities going on.  

Tomorrow we have our elementary music and art programs.  Then, Wednesday we have both the 5th grade graduation and the new 8th grade milestone ceremony.  All, students will be dismissed at noon on Wednesday.  It is the last day of school.  Our final event to mark the end of the year will be our 12th grade graduation on Thursday, June 6th.   

Don't forget to check for items that might belong to your family in the lost and found.  What remains will be donated soon after graduation.

We look forward to welcoming students back on the 8th of August.  In a short while, you will receive information about starting the re-registration process.  The process will open on July first.

Thanks for a great year, and have a wonderful summer vacation.

Yours,

Andrew


Estimada Comunidad de ACS,

Bueno, ya casi llegamos al final del año escolar 2023-2024.  Ha sido un año de cambios lleno de nuevas ideas, nuevos eventos y nuevos programas.  Por supuesto, el ritmo frenético del final del año escolar no deja mucho tiempo para reflexionar en esta semana.  Tenemos muchas actividades aún. 

Mañana tendremos nuestros programas de música y arte de Primaria.  Luego, el miércoles tendremos la graduación de quinto grado y la nueva ceremonia “Milestone” de octavo grado.  Todos los estudiantes saldrán al mediodía el día miércoles.  Es el último día de clases.  Nuestro evento final, para marcar el fin del año, será nuestra graduación del grado 12 el jueves 6 de junio.

No se olviden buscar en los objetos 'perdidos y encontrados' artículos que puedan pertenecer a su familia.  Todo lo que quede será donado poco después de la graduación.

Esperamos dar la bienvenida a los estudiantes el 8 de agosto.  En breve recibirán información sobre cómo iniciar el proceso de reinscripción.  El proceso se abrirá el primero de julio.

Gracias por un gran año y que tengan unas maravillosas vacaciones de verano.

Atentamente,

Andrew

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Urgent Action Items

 

  • 5 May, tuition was due
  • Tuesday, June 4th Yearbook distribution begins
  • Wednesday, June 5 - Last day of school, 12:00 Dismissal
  • Wednesday, June 5 - 8:30-10:30 am - Grade 5 Graduation
  • Wednesday, June 5 - 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 8th Grade Milestone Ceremony (8th Grade only) 
  • Thursday, June 6 - Graduation, Doors open at 9:40 am (By invitation only)
  • The lost and found will be donated after 6 June, please check for items.
  • Monday, July 1 - Re-enrollment Process Begins
  • Thursday, August 8 - First Day of School 
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    • Tue – Elementary EOY Art & Music Show; Tentative Prom Date
    • Tue – ILT meeting
    • Wed – END Q4 - STUDENT LAST DAY
    • Wed – Noon dismissal; G5-Graduation; SS Awards; SS Grad Proctice; 5th grade parent party (6-8 pm)
    • Thu – GRADUATION
    • Sat – ACT Exam
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    Elementary School

    Dear Elementary Parents,

    Our last weekly post of the school year, and what a school year it has been. I am grateful to be a member of a learning community with such positive and engaged parents, such as yourselves. Parents and educators here at ACS are truly making a special and powerful difference for your children!

    There are just a few announcements for the final 3 days of school, and some notes for next year:

    End of Year Art & Music Shows: Tuesday, June 4

                    8:30-9:45 - Upper Elementary Show
                    10:40-11:55 - Lower Elementary Show

    Grade 5 Graduation in the Theater on Wednesday, June 5 from 8:30-10:30 am followed by a reception by the fountains afterward. Grade 5 students have roughly 10 invitations that they can use for attendees to the graduation, and this includes siblings and family members in the school. 

    Last Day of School: Wednesday, June 5 - 12:00 pm dismissal for all students

    Report Cards sent home during the afternoon of Wednesday, June 5

    Class Placement Assignments will be sent to parents on Friday, July 26

    Returning Family Orientation will be on Wednesday, August 7th from 8:30-9:30 am: In this event, we will talk about new offerings, transportation options to and from school, ECAs, lunch services, and students will have an opportunity to meet their new teachers! We hope to see you there!

    The First Day of School for KG5-G5 is Thursday, August 8th: Students should arrive before 8:15 am for their first day of school! They will be dismissed at 3:15 pm. KG3/4 will have Parent Meetings that day, before a 2-day Staggered Start and the first full day of school on Tuesday, August 13th.

    I wish you all, and your families, a wonderful, healthy, safe, and meaningful summer break. We are looking forward to welcoming you all back in August!

    Sincerely,

    Eric Crabtree
    Elementary Principal





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    Secondary School

    Dear parents,

    With a short but busy week ahead, students are finishing up another successful school year. Events this week include:

    8th grade Milestone Ceremony - Grade 8 students and their parents will be celebrating the end of Middle School and preparing for their transition to High School

    High School Commencement Ceremony - We will celebrate our seniors' final year and wish them well as they move on to the next step in their journeys

    This Wednesday is the last day of school for all students, and dismissal is at 12:00. Please remind your child to stop by the Lost & Found to collect any missing clothing; all remaining items will be donated to charity later this week. Please also remind them to take home the lock on their locker. Lockers will be cleaned out during the break, so any locks that remain will be cut off.

    All students are encouraged to read over the summer. The Library is open this week and students are welcome to stop by to pick up some titles for summer reading.

    End of year Report Cards will be sent to all families on Friday.

    Please continue to check your email box over the summer. Information about Classroom Without Walls and Pathways for Prevention may be sent as updates become available. 

    The first student day back at school is Thursday, August 8, 2024. Students will receive schedules by email in late July or early August. Those with questions or concerns may reach out to Carolina Blanco for help.

    We hope everyone has a relaxing break with family and friends!

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    Learning & Teaching

    Monday, June 3, 2024


    End-of-Year Reflection

    Just as I felt at the beginning of this school year, I am filled with gratitude as we close out the 2023-2024 academic year at Calvert. A heartfelt thank you goes out to our community for receiving me with a warm welcome, for giving me the opportunity to gain your trust, and for supporting us in our endeavors as we strive for continuous improvement in teaching and learning at our school.


    The following are some of the highlights that rise to the surface as I reflect on 2023-2024:

    • Meeting our student, colleague, and parent community and getting to know the culture of our school and the hopes for its future.

    • Facilitating instructional leaders in supporting their colleagues in becoming high-functioning teams - beginning with building trust. 

    • Working with teachers to review our programs, both in content and methodology; aligning curriculum and supporting new strategies in classrooms.

    • Hosting a successful NEASC visit where our visitors noted the numerous elements of our school that merit great celebration. 

    • Getting to know La Paz and finding the city more and more endearing all the time.

    • Seeing my daughter welcomed into the senior class with warmth and open arms.

    • Being filled with optimism moving into the 2024-2025 school year, full of exciting developments ahead!


    I very much look forward to returning in July energized and ready to take on the challenges of 2024-2025. I am confident that we will continue to forge an innovative spirit as we cherish our traditions while shaping our future. 


    An immense thank you to our community, and may you all have a very enjoyable break.


    ~Ann


    lunes 3 de junio de 2024


    Reflexión de Fin de Año


    Tal como me sentí al comienzo de este año escolar, me siento llena de gratitud al cerrar el año académico 2023-2024 en Calvert. Un sincero agradecimiento a nuestra comunidad por recibirme con una cálida bienvenida, por darme la oportunidad de ganarme su confianza, y por apoyarnos en nuestros esfuerzos mientras nos esforzamos por mejorar continuamente la enseñanza y el aprendizaje en nuestra escuela.


    Los siguientes son algunos de los aspectos más destacados que salen a la superficie mientras reflexiono sobre 2023-2024:


    • Conocer a nuestra comunidad de estudiantes, colegas y padres y conocer la cultura de nuestra escuela y las esperanzas para su futuro.

    • Facilitar que los líderes educativos apoyen a sus colegas para que se conviertan en equipos de alto funcionamiento, comenzando por generar confianza. 

    • Trabajar con profesores para revisar nuestros programas, tanto en contenido como en metodología; alinear el plan de estudios y apoyar nuevas estrategias en las aulas.

    • Organizar una visita exitosa a NEASC donde nuestros visitantes notaron los numerosos elementos de nuestra escuela que merecen una gran celebración. 

    • Conociendo La Paz y encontrando una ciudad cada vez más entrañable.

    • Ver a mi hija ser recibida en la clase de último año con calidez y brazos abiertos.

    • ¡Estar llena de optimismo para el año escolar 2024-2025, lleno de desarrollos por delante!


    Tengo muchas ganas de regresar en julio lleno de energía y lista para asumir los desafíos de 2024-2025. Confío en que continuaremos forjando un espíritu innovador mientras valoramos nuestras tradiciones y al mismo tiempo damos forma a nuestro futuro. 


    Un inmenso agradecimiento a nuestra comunidad y que todos disfruten del descanso.


    ~ Ana



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