Secondary Principal Weekly Update

 Secondary School Weekly Newsletter

Friday, April 4, 2025

Dear Secondary School Families,

Welcome back! I hope everyone had a restful and enjoyable March Break. It has been wonderful to see students re-engaged in their learning and reconnecting with their peers as we enter the final stretch of the school year.

Upcoming Events & Important Dates

🔹 Middle School MAP Testing Continues in April
A reminder that MAP testing for middle school students continues through April. These assessments provide valuable insight into student progress and help us tailor learning experiences to meet individual needs. Thank you for your support in ensuring students are well-rested and prepared on their testing days.

🔹 Easter Break – April 17 & 18
School will be closed on Thursday, April 17, and Friday, April 18 for the Easter holiday. We hope this short break provides a chance for students and families to relax and recharge.

🔹 ACS Hosts Its First-Ever Model United Nations Conference!
This week, we are proud to host our school’s first-ever Model United Nations (MUN) conference, which began on Thursday and will continue through Saturday afternoon. This event brings together students from various schools to engage in diplomatic discussions, problem-solving, and global issues, developing critical thinking, collaboration, and public speaking skills. We are incredibly proud of our student organizers and participants for making this a reality, and we look forward to seeing the impact of their debates and resolutions!

Thank You for Attending Parent-Student-Teacher Conferences

A heartfelt thank you to all the parents who attended our recent Parent-Student-Teacher Conferences. Your partnership in your child’s education is invaluable, and we appreciate your time, insights, and engagement. These conversations help us work together to support each student’s growth and success.

Health Office Notice

We remind all families to review the recent notification from the Health Office regarding recent COVID cases on campus. The health and well-being of our community are our top priority, and we appreciate your cooperation in following the recommended guidelines.

Please note that I will be off-campus next week while attending the AMISA EdCON in Panama along with five of our teachers. Carolina Soliz, Silvana Salazar, Any Urquidi, and Eric Crabtree are all on standby for support. 

We are looking forward to a strong and productive few weeks ahead. Wishing everyone a wonderful weekend!

Warm regards,
Dr. Peterson
Secondary School Principal

Boletín Semanal de la Escuela Secundaria
Viernes, 4 de abril de 2025

Estimadas familias de la Escuela Secundaria,

¡Bienvenidos de nuevo! Espero que todos hayan tenido un descanso de marzo agradable y reparador. Ha sido maravilloso ver a los estudiantes nuevamente comprometidos con su aprendizaje y reconectándose con sus compañeros mientras entramos en la recta final del año escolar.

Próximos Eventos y Fechas Importantes

🔹 Las Pruebas MAP para Secundaria Continúan en Abril
Un recordatorio de que las pruebas MAP para los estudiantes de secundaria continúan hasta el 16 de abril. Estas evaluaciones brindan información valiosa sobre el progreso de los estudiantes y nos ayudan a adaptar las experiencias de aprendizaje para satisfacer sus necesidades individuales. Agradecemos su apoyo para garantizar que los estudiantes estén descansados y preparados en sus días de examen.

🔹 Vacaciones de Semana Santa – 17 y 18 de abril
La escuela estará cerrada el jueves 17 de abril y el viernes 18 de abril por el feriado de Semana Santa. Esperamos que este breve descanso brinde a los estudiantes y sus familias la oportunidad de descansar y recargar energías.

🔹 ¡ACS Organiza Su Primera Conferencia de Modelo de Naciones Unidas!
Esta semana, estamos orgullosos de organizar la primera conferencia de Modelo de Naciones Unidas (MUN) de nuestra escuela, que comenzó el jueves y continuará hasta el sábado por la tarde. Este evento reúne a estudiantes de varias escuelas para participar en debates diplomáticos, resolver problemas y analizar temas globales, fomentando el pensamiento crítico, la colaboración y las habilidades de oratoria. Estamos increíblemente orgullosos de nuestros estudiantes organizadores y participantes por hacer de este evento una realidad, ¡y esperamos ver el impacto de sus debates y resoluciones!

Gracias por Asistir a las Conferencias Padres-Estudiantes-Profesores

Un agradecimiento especial a todos los padres que asistieron a nuestras recientes Conferencias Padres-Estudiantes-Profesores. Su compromiso con la educación de sus hijos es fundamental, y valoramos profundamente su tiempo, sus aportes y su participación. Estas conversaciones nos permiten trabajar juntos para apoyar el crecimiento y éxito de cada estudiante.

Aviso de la Oficina de Salud

Les recordamos a todas las familias que revisen la notificación reciente de la Oficina de Salud con información sobre casos recientes de COVID en el campus. La salud y el bienestar de nuestra comunidad son nuestra prioridad, por lo que agradecemos su cooperación en seguir las recomendaciones indicadas.

Les informo que estaré fuera del campus la próxima semana para asistir a la AMISA EdCON en Panamá junto con cinco de nuestros profesores. Carolina Soliz, Silvana Salazar, Any Urquidi y Eric Crabtree están disponibles para brindar apoyo. 

Esperamos tener unas semanas productivas y exitosas por delante. ¡Les deseamos un excelente fin de semana!

Atentamente,
Dr. Peterson
Director de la Escuela Secundaria

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