Dear Students and Parents,
110 HS students attended classes this week in Mango and Blue Cohorts. You should be proud of your children’s safe, responsible and engaged presence on campus. Thank you.
Important to remember: Monday, September 13 is a Virtual Day. All students should attend school virtually from home on Monday.
Schedule for September 13-17 and September 20-24
Students who have not yet had Raptor Safe Orientation:
Requirements and Next Raptor Safe Orientations
The next Raptor Safe Orientations are:
For Mango students of all grade levels: Tuesday, September 14th, 8:00 am
For Blue students of all grade levels: Thursday, September 16th, 8:00 am
Forms required to return to campus:
Health/Medical form for all HS students
HS Student Handbook signature page for all HS students and parents
Return to Campus Permission form for all HS students intending to attend school in- person
Uploaded recent Covide negative test result. Panbio Rapid Antigen test instructions and upload process described in the document linked above
This information is fully laid out here.
Lunch Menu
The menu for next week’s lunches for purchase is here. Mr. McFarland will email all attending students the order form for lunches.
HS Parent Coffee: Tuesday, September 21, 8:45-9:45 am
The AISC IT department and I will focus on Schoology - parent use and perspectives. Bring your questions, feedback and spend some time accessing key Schoology information. Zoom link here
Last day!: Yearbook Photo deadline extended
IMPORTANT: Submitting Student Yearbook Portraits
[EXTENDED!] Last day to submit: FRIDAY, September 10, 2021
We are extending submissions for Yearbook Portraits until Friday, September 10. You can read the instructions and upload the photo by visiting this website. A big “Thank You” to all those who submitted your portraits already!
At-A-Glance Details
Please read the instructions carefully.
You can use the back camera of a mobile phone to take your child’s photo. Make sure you use a plain background with no pictures or decor.
You can also consider taking your photo professionally at a studio if you have access to one in your area; make sure to request for a grey background.
IMPORTANT! Please rename your child’s photo accordingly. We will not be able to accept submissions if you do not rename the photo.
Grade_First Name_Last Name
e.g. 11_Harry_PotterNOTE FOR SENIORS: Please wear black and white formal clothes.
Last Day to Submit: Friday, September 10, 11:59 p.m. IST
Thank you for your support! Please write to media@aischennai.org if you have any questions.
CAREERX: Fall Break Experiences
We have four Fall Break opportunities for CareerX and high schoolers can sign up here!
At-a-Glance Information
When is CareerX: September 27– October 1
Organizations are categorized as: Service, Photography, Healthcare, and Architecture
Read more about the experiences here.
Last day to sign up: September 17, 2021
If you or your organization would like to offer a career experience during the Spring or Summer Breaks, please write to advancement@aischennai.org.
A MUN Impact Event: UN76 Discussion following the Parade of Nations
Join the HS MUN Impact club in a discussion about the prevalent issues of the world, as they take a deeper dive into inequalities and global changes. We hope that through this discussion we will be able to further the UN Day theme and find ways to recover from what has occurred in the world recently and create a sustainable and equitable future.
Topic: UN76 Discussion
Time: Friday, September 17, 4:15–5:00 p.m. IST (soon after the UN Day Virtual Assembly)
Where: Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 929 4874 4863
Passcode: 819864
PCA International Community Celebrations: September 17 Onwards
One of the highlights of the AISC annual calendar is the PCA International Day Picnic. In partnership with the PCA and many Country Coordinators that represent our diverse community, International Day is a true celebration of AISC’s cultural identity.
This year, soon after our Parade of Nations assembly, the PCA will be launching an International Community Celebration webpage, complete with country-specific activities and pre-recorded content for you to celebrate our internationalism. Visit the PCA Blog for more details!
Repeat Announcement: Reminder about absences and pre-arranged absences
If your child is absent from a class, we ask that you call the HS office or email ahead of time. For example, if your child is unexpectedly unwell, please call the HS office to report that they will not be attending a class or classes that day. Please do this whether we are in virtual, hybrid or fully in-person. If your child is not present in a class without you having notified us of their absence, we begin a safety process to ascertain your child’s wellbeing and whereabouts.
If you know in advance that your child will miss a class or a day or more of school, your child is required to complete a Pre-Arranged Absence form (aka Blue Form). This process allows your child and their teachers to plan ahead for the absence, and identify what should be completed before, during and after the pre-planned absence. This completed form is signed by a parent and the principal. This document functions as a contract, clearly laying out the path to support your child’s learning.
Repeat Announcement: UN International Day of Peace
SAVE THE DATE: UN International Day of Peace Virtual Assembly and Parade of Nations (Friday, September 17)
This year’s theme for the UN International Day of Peace is "Recovering Better for a Sustainable and Equitable World." With student speakers and participants from Elementary to High School, we are excited to continue bringing annual traditions to you virtually. Stay tuned for more details on how you can join us on Friday, September 17, 2:45 p.m.
PCA International Community Celebrations: September 17 Onwards
One of the highlights of the AISC annual calendar is the PCA International Day Picnic. In partnership with the PCA and the many Country Coordinators that represent our diverse community, International Day is a true celebration of AISC’s cultural identity.
This year, as we continue to bring you shared virtual experiences, the PCA and Advancement will be launching an International Community Celebration webpage, complete with country-specific activities and pre-recorded content for you to celebrate our internationalism. More details to come.
Sincerely,
Mike Malone
High School Principal
