The academic year 2018 -2019 is

drawing to a school and as we re-

flect, we realize what a fantastic

year it has been!

The year was an amazing journey

of learning , progressing, building

on our talents and skills & of

course friendships. Dotted along

the way were a number of inspec-

tions , the sole purpose of which is

to help us

improve.

Some

highlights

from our

inspec-

tions.

What we do best:

Students positive attitudes and relationships with

teachers in a safe, caring and secure environment.

The improving outcomes in Arabic in Elementary.

The good teaching and learning in the KG and Ele-

mentary.

What we need to improve on:

Use assessment data more rigorously to

meet needs of all students.

Sufficiently challenge all students , especially

those with gifts and talents.

Reporting transparent and more accurate

information to all parents on their

child’s progress.

Getting Ready for the New Academic Year

February 2019

Elementary Newsletter

End of a Successful Year!

The School Uniform Shop

SUMERU TRADING

Shop no : 39

1st Floor

Madina Mall

Muhaisnah Fourth, Al Qusais

www.madina-mall.com

Timings: 10am—8pm

All days of the week

Phone: 0555709237

Important Information

Last Day of School: 20th June 2019

First Day of New Academic Year: 1st September

2019

April / May 2019

School Books

An SMS will be sent by the

school as soon as the books

for the academic year 2019-

2020 are available.

HAG AL LAILA

The ‘sweet ‘ tradition of Hag al Laila was kept alive at NAIS as the students celebrated the event by coming dressed up in their traditional clothes and sharing sweets with their friends. Hag Al Laila is a tradition that dates back to hundreds of years, marking the approach of the holy month of Rama-dan. It falls on the 15th day of the lunar month of Shaa-ban

Hag Al Laila

Hag Al Laila

AUTISM AWARENESS— Assembly Grade 1A

The students of grade 1A conducted an assembly on the 25th of April to raise awareness about Autism. They made their fellow students understand that we all are wonderful and have many differences. Some differences are easy to see like height, eye color. Others are harder to notice like favorite food, features. Autistic children handle situations differently to us. We should : Not laugh at them Be understanding Play with them and show care

Earth Day - Assembly Grade 1B

The importance of taking care

of our precious planet was

highlighted in the Earth Day

assembly by Grade 1B with a

song.

Labor Day & Appreciation - Assembly

Grade 1C

For Labor day grade 1 C paid special tribute to the people on this day for all their hard work. They highlighted the tremendous hard work put in by all the workers and dedicated a thank you song special to their teacher for guiding them, inspiring them and everyone around them.

Ramadan Kareem

Grades 1 – 5 welcomed the holy month of Rama-

dan with a special assembly. The students ex-

plained the importance of the 9th month in the

Muslim lunar calendar where Muslims fast from

dawn to sunset. They explained that Ramadan is

one of the five pillars of Islam, this period

is respected and deeply regarded by all Mus-

lims who spend the month in prayer and

spend time with loved ones. Special attention

and consideration is given to the less fortu-

nate. The students ended the assembly by

singing a beautiful song highlighting the im-

portance of Ramadan and Eid .

Bee Bus - Grades 4 & 5

Save the Bees!

The Bee Bus came to NAIS. A concept conceived by Ms. Jocelyn, an Irish native who's love for

bees inspired the idea as an educational venue in the UAE . She and her team brought

thousands of contained bees into the school for the students to observe close up. They

were shown what bee keepers wear, how the bees are smoked when a keeper manages

bees to check for honey, the stages of the bee from egg to queen, what the hive looks like,

and how bees live.

After School Camp—Grades 4 & 5

Grades 4 & 5 enjoyed a fun evening of stay back camp in school. After a delicious hot meal

the students split into teams and raced around the school in a scavenger hunt. This was

followed by a football match between Grades 4 A & B in the Elementary Football Field and

between Grades 5 A & B in the Senior Football Field. The students enjoyed an hour of re-

laxed yet fun activities. The day ended with a Talent Show where the students showcased

the enormous talent pool of NAIS!.

Proud winners of Quran Recitation Competition in the Elementary ection

Topics taught in Moral Education in March Grade 1 - Topic: Character and Morality 2 - Caring and Honest

• Understand what caring means. Describe how you take care of yourself, friends & family and school environment. De-scribe how you can be independent

Gr2 - Topic: What objects and symbols can tell us -Cultural studies 3

• What objects and symbols can tell us: Artifacts and Archaeology. Resilience and Perseverance: What I find difficult.

Practicing resilience and perseverance.

Gr3 - Topic: Thoughtfulness and Cooperation -Character and Morality 6

• Act in ways that demonstrate what it means to be thoughtful and show consideration for others. Show a greater un-derstanding of how ones actions affect the feelings of others.

Gr4 - Topic: Helping and making a difference - The individual and the Community 8

• Identify and confidently participate in activities in the school and wider community and make a supportive contribution in relation to learning, supporting others and community activities, communicating effectively with others and being enthusiastic.

Gr5 - Topic: Ethics in sports and entertainment

• Olympic values excellence and respect

Topics taught in UAE Social Studies in March Gr1: Economics 1.4.1.8 Student is able to distinguish between needs and wants. Student si able to identify key concepts and termsof economics

Gr2: Geography 1.2.1.3 Student is able to distinguish between natural and man-made landmarks and the natural characteristics of his/her city (lakes, gardens, buildings, roads etc). Gr3: History 1.1.1.1 Student is able to chronologically arrange 1.1.1.5 Student is able to analyze the relations between persons and events in the UAE history (Founding ancestors). 1.3.1.3 Student is able to identify political authorities in the UAE (Union Supreme Council – The Cabinet.) Gr4: Economics 1.4.1.1 The student shows knowledge of economic principles and systems, how markets operate, and the role of the govern-ment in the development of the national and global economy. Gr5: National Education

1.3.1.5 Student is able to illustrate the national identity components (religion, Arabic language, customs and traditions, etc)