Welcome Back, YDMA families!
It’s hard to believe how quickly September came and went.We spent the month readjusting to routines, reuniting with old friends and becoming acquainted with new friends.This year there are many new initiatives at YDMA.
We are embarking on a new journey with literacy through the Wit and Wisdom Curriculum. As an IB school this will not change our transdisciplinary approach to learning in which our students explore the topics and themes they are learning about across subject areas and through inquiry-based activities.
We are also excited that our new music program with Ms. C is off to a great start! Our first performance celebrating Hispanic Heritage, will be October 24th.
Our Italian Dual Language program is growing as we have added a First-Grade dual language class this year.
Lastly, we are pleased to welcome Ms. Sartor, our new Italian teacher. She is joining us this month and we are excited for her work with our students to begin.As you read on, you will find out more about what each class is doing this month and the ways in which you can support learning at home. We are always so grateful for your partnership and collaboration as we work together on the most important goal, the education of your children!
A couple of important reminders:
During morning arrival, the gate will now close promptly at 8:15. Therefore, we strongly encourage that you arrive on time with your child.Please make sure your child(ren) are here on time and ready to learn every day. Many students have been arriving late which is resulting in them losing instructional time.Please also remember that lunch is available every day for all of our students. If you are packing lunch or snacks from home, please refrain from sending candies, sweets and chips such as Takis. These are not allowed in school. We want everyone to get be fueled up with healthy energy after lunch!
Important Dates Ahead:
- October 3 and 4: No School: Rosh Hashanah
- October 14: No School: Indigenous People’s Day/Italian American Heritage Day
- October 16: Coffee and Tea with Ms. D and Ms. Ellman: “What’s New? Exciting New Programs at YDMA”
- October 24: Hispanic Heritage Performance
- October 31: Spirit Day: Book-o-Ween: Come to school dressed as your favorite character from a book.November 1: No School: Diwali