A Publication of the Armenian Sisters Academy
October 2010
Congratulations: To Mr. & Mrs. Aramian on the birth of their son. Proud sister is in BA. To Mr. & Mrs. Derbedrossian on the birth of their daughter. Proud sister is in OB. May the Lord bless the babies.
Condolences: Our sincere sympathy to Mr. & Mrs. Ara Kurdoghlian on the death of Arpy’s beloved father. May God rest his Soul in the kingdom of Haven and grant consolation to his family.
A JOB WELL DONE! Armenian Sisters’ Academy is proud to announce that it was granted a six-year term accreditation by WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges) . This re-accreditation was based on the recommendation of WASC’s visiting team. The re-accreditation confirmed what everyone at our school has always known: Our teachers and staff are committed to providing an excellent education with high standards, and that our focus is, indeed, on learning. Our heartfelt thanks to the members of school’s WASC Leadership Team, to teachers and staff, parents and alumni students for their time, effort and energy in ensuring the success of the accreditation process. Sister Lucia
Mark your calendar Saturday 10-30-10 Armenian Cultural Day Monday 11-8-10 Tuesday 11-9-10
1A Montrose Fire station 1B Montrose Fire station
Thursday 11-11-10 School closed Friday
11-12-10 School Picture Make Up Day
Saturday 11-20-10 Thanksgiving Dinner Comedy Theater Wednesday 11-24-10 Noon Dismissal Thanksgiving luncheon
ARMENIAN SISTERS ACADEMY 2361 Florencita Dr. Montrose CA 91020 (818) 249 - 8783. Fax (818) 249 - 7288 Web: asamontrose.com; email: asaca@sbcglobal.net
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Hogdympyr amis5 Ha3 =o.owovrtin hamar gu n,ovi ipr m,ago3;i amis1 Polor gr;agan hasdadov;ivnnyre nyrs5 d0nagadarov;ivnnyr dy.i g\ovnynan1 M,ago3;u a3nkan gynsagan yv anhra=y,d e ha3abahbanman cor/6 un;axin hamar5 orkan ]ovru yv 0tu gyankin hamar yv povnu` /a-in5 za3n a-o.] bahylov1 Ha3 Ko3ryrov War=aranu cidagxylow m,ago3;i garyvorov;yan 25 darinyre i wyr gr0nagan yv ha3yxi tasdiaragov;ivn gu ]ampe Ha3 manovgin ov badaniin5 za3n ‘rgylow a3lasyrovmi ov 2ovlovmi wdancen1 Azca3in yv gr0nagan jana[ovmu gu qorana3 m,agov;a3in cidag6 xov;yamp1 Hydyvapar5 Ha3 Ko3ryrov War=aranu srpazan barda6 ganov;ivnu sdan2na/ e sorwyxnylov yv ‘oqanxylov ir a,agyrdnyrovn m,ago3;i garyvorov;ivnu yv cidagxov;ivnu1 M,ago3;u amen meg Ha3ov gu badgani1 M,ago3;ow gu [a’ovin azcyrov yv =o.owovrtnyrov magartagu1 Imanal ir m,ago3;u gu n,anage cidagxil ir sy’agan ar=anabadvov;yan5 ir hbardov;yan1 K7L7
IMPORTANT REMINDERS Birthday celebrations are reserved only for preschool and kindergarten children on a designated day by the teacher. Students are expected to come to school prepared with their complete homework for all subjects equally. Parents are asked to check the students assignment book and sign it on daily basis. Students should observe the dress code rules for regular days and Physical Education classes, as well. CHANGE IN YEARLY CALENDAR The Noon dismissal days scheduled in June 6,7and 8 are changed to full day school days for all grades. We will be reminding the parents in the beginning of June.
October 2010
Bingo Night Once again this year the Parents Auxiliary hosted a Family Bingo Night on September 24, 2010 at the school’s Danielian Hall. The evening was filled with lots of noise and laughter and as always with lots and lots of food. The evening was a great success. Thanks to all the parents for their support and donations. Hope to see you at our next event, Parents Auxiliary
2010-2011 PARENT AUXILIARY EXCECUTIVE COMMITTEE
COME AND JOIN US PARENTS’ AUXILIARY TANKSGIVING DINNER COMEDY THEATER ON NOVEMBER 20,2010 AT 7:00 pm
The Executive Committee of the Armenian Sisters Academy Parent Auxiliary looks forward to another prosperous and productive school year. The Committee members are: -Mrs Vicky Kurkjian Chairperson -Mrs Meline Babachanian Secretary
Watch for the next issue of our newsletter only on the school’s website www.asamontrose.com
-Mrs Liza Ibrahim Treasurer
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Welcome Back! I’m looking forward to 2010-2011 school year. I enjoyed meeting you at the back to school night. One of my job responsibilities is to keep your child’s files updated and current. I need your help in the following areas: If you have updated immunizations, please give the office a copy of the immunization card. Always update information such as telephone numbers, e-mails, new address, change of doctors, allergies your child has developed, etc… This information is vital in case of an emergency. Mrs. Armine Sherikian
Ha3 Tbrox Ha3 tbroxu s’iv-ki me] cor/0n tyr ovnyxa/ e anxyalen min[yv a3s0r5 3adgabes wyr]in [ors dasnamyagnyrovn amyrigaha3 ca.ov;nyren nyrs5 ir azca3in timaci/ow yv ungyra3in abahowov;yamp1 Hydyvapar5 ivrakan[ivr ha3orti bedk e cidagxi5 or ha3 =o.owovrti azca3in osgyhivs badmov;ivnu yv par2r m,ago3;u qarsqova/ e log ha3 tbrov;yan gytronnyrov wra31 Ha3 tbroxu5 ir pazovm /a-a3ov;ivnnyrow gu bahe ir par2r badovan6 tanu ungyra3in ar=eknyrov5 lyzovi dara/man5 azca3in parkyrov yv gr0nagan ‘oqanxman5 orovn himkn e ha3 tbroxu yv go.kin gancno. Ha3 ygy.yxin1 Ha3 tbroxu wemn e ha3ov co3adyvman5 nor syrovntin tasdiaragov;yan5 3adgabes ha3yxi tasdiaragov;yan` 2cylow an’oqarinyli can2 mu anonx hocinyrovn me]1 Tasdiarag Dig7Mar0 Cov3ovmjyan
October 2010
Preschool and Kindergarten Corner Time is flying by very fast at ASA! Our preschoolers phased in smoothly as they got to know each other and become comfortable with daily classroom routines under the watchful eyes of our skilled and dedicated teachers. I’m pleased to announce that our first Preschool and Kindergarten Parents’ Auxiliary (PKPA) has taken form through the participation of eighteen enthusiastic parents. We will be meeting once a month to discuss issues related to the preschool, to plan and implement activities, and to have all the parents involved in the process. My goal is for every parent to feel included in our school’s community. Our first activity was the parenting workshop with Nora Kelechian, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. The response was great as we had more than thirty parents attending the workshop. The topic of the day was: “Effective discipline Techniques.” Through interaction and humor, parents were introduced to different approaches and techniques for setting boundaries with their children and for being consistent with their discipline methods. Dear Parents, I value your involvement in school activities and would love to see you at every event. I would also love to hear from you, so do not hesitate to call or email me with your questions and concerns. Please mark your calendars for upcoming events. -
October 30th - Armenian Cultural Day from 10 a.m.-2:00 p.m. November 12th - Parenting workshop from 7: 00 p.m.-9:00 p. m.
The preschool staff and I are looking forward to a wonderful school year! Warm Regards, Sonia Kazandjian Preschool Director Armenian Sisters’Academy
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ASA STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN JOHN HOPKINS UNIVERSITY TALENT SEARCH ASA 6th,7th and 8th graders will participate in the John Hopkins university talent search that conducts national and international talent searchers to recognize academic talent. Students who achieve at the 95th percentile or higher on one or more areas (Math, Language, Composite score) on the nationally normed IOWA test are eligible to participate. Eligible students for the 2009-2010 search are: 6th Grade-
Talar Galoustian Maya Malekian Shant Papirian
7th Grade-
Tamar Kazazian Marcus Momjian William Ovasapian Loreni Yeterian
8th Grade-
Nareg Bouldoukian Shahe Kazazian Alec Kilisian
October 2010
ASA Sports Corner Ready for another great year? After last year’s triumphs and accomplishments, the ASA Crusaders will soon start gearing up for a new school year. This year, we are excited to announce the introduction of Table Tennis in our team sports line-up. Basketball practices will, of course, continue to run strong in preparation for competitions. Parents, please don’t forget to include a healthy snack for your children to munch on before the start of practice. Additionally, we would like to remind everyone that the Sports Committee’s fundraiser, the Brownie Bake Sale, will be offered twice a month. Homemade brownies will be on sale at snack time for $1 each. We are excited to be back and look forward to another fun year!
Student Council Election The blood pulsing and pumping in his head, stretching to his hands as he lays the paper on the podium, and thus the candidate begins to speak. His words flow and exit, streaming easier and easier out of the mouth and into the ears of the voters . Stepping down, the throbbing in his head begins to calm and the fiery veil flies off the face. The candidate sits. All the brave students who campaigned and spoke in front of the school really deserve a pat on the back. Even those who didn't win, getting up there and saying what they said was a true accomplishment, no matter how you look at it. beginning from the second week of October through the third, students competed with each other to win a spot on the council, a place of prized pride. The people that made it onto council battled with cunning words and ideas until the winners were chosen. Student Government will do all in its power to make this year another great year one that will be full of fun events and fundraisers. Thank you Arin Shahjahanian President of Student Government
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