ES Newsletter102025

Elementary School Newsletter October 2025

Table of Content Vision & Mission IB Learner Profile (English) IB Learner Profile (Arabic)

Teachers’ DayCelebration Dinner Elementary School Activities Guest Speakers Professional Development for teachers

Student of the Month School Leadership Team

🍽 Teachers’ Day Dinner

In celebration of World Teachers’ Day, MAS staff were graciously invited by Mr. Taysier and Mrs. Omaya Zamel to a special dinner at Nur Restaurant – Fairmont Hotel. It was a heartfelt evening filled with appreciation, connection, and warmth — a beautiful tribute to our dedicated educators and Stuff .

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Helping Hands Against Bullying

Grade 2 students explored the topic of bullying and its different types. Through the “My Helping Hand” activity, they identified trusted people they can turn to for support when they need help. A meaningful step toward building empathy and safety in our school community!

Media Awareness: Smart Choices Online

During the Media Awareness session with Counselor Faten, Grade 4 students watched a short video titled “The Screen” and took part in an open discussion about social media, its impact on behavior, and how to use it responsibly. A thoughtful step toward digital awareness and safe online habits

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Autumn Joy in Grade 2A

Grade 2A welcomed the season with warmth and wonder! From vibrant fall colors to cheerful tunes, the students embraced every moment of our autumn celebration — a beautiful way to learn, laugh, and grow together.

Mindful Moments, Meaningful Manners

Good manners, great skills! Our learners practiced social and self-management skills while enjoying a mindful and respectful mealtime together — guided by our PYP Coordinator, Ms. Duha Safan.

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Vocabulary Parade in Grade 1

Our learners chose new words, practiced them, and proudly shared their meanings showing confidence as Risk-Takers and clarity as Communicators!

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🏗 Grade 1: Little Builders

As part of our theme “Where We Are in Place and Time,” Grade 1 learners visited the Children’s Museum, explored building materials, tried safety gear, and worked together to build a wall learning through play, teamwork, and discovery!

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Grade 5 students took a thrilling VR tour through the human body during their UOI class, exploring organs, systems, and structures up close. A truly immersive way to learn science from the inside out!

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👁 Clear Vision, Bright Future

👓Grades 1-5 – Telescope center collaborated with our school doctors to take part in Eye Check-Up Day to ensure healthy eyesight and happy learning. A clear vision for a bright future! 🌟 🧠

🗳️Student Voices in Action: A Fair and Inspiring Election Day

3A: Adnan Hamed 3B: Naya Aburub

4A: Jude Alsarhan 4B: Talal Jah Qool

5A: Alhussien Al-saaty 5B: Michael Al-Anani

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Congratulations to our students! Our Student Council election was a true reflection of fairness, responsibility, and collaboration. Every student had the chance to express their ideas and vote with confidence. We’re proud to see our young leaders embody values of respect, teamwork, and active citizenship.

Grade 3 Wax Museum

As their end-of-unit action, Grade 3 demonstrated their understanding of the theme “Who We Are” through holding their own Wax Museum, where they embodied their chosen role models and highlighted their qualities, showcasing strong Critical Thinking (Evaluation) and Communication (exchanging information) skills!

🏡 Grade 1 Builders of Imagination

In the Tuning In step of their new theme, our young learners explored the story “If I Built a House”, identifying key events, characters, and ideas. Using comic strips, drawings, and character sticks, they creatively retold the story and designed their own dream houses showcasing Creative Thinking, and Communication Skills!

Becoming Cyber Heroes!

Grade 5 students actively participated in an interactive cyber safety session, learning how to stay smart and safe online while sharing their thoughts on digital dangers. Families were also part of the experience, joining the conversation and supporting our learners in building safer online habits!

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Exploring Human Cells in Grade 5 As part of the theme "Who We Are", Grade 5 learners used microscopes to observe various animal cells, identifying differences in their shapes and structures.

A hands-on science experience that sparked curiosity and discovery.

🧠 Grade 4 Trip to the Children’s Museum – Learning Through Exploration!

Grade 4 learners investigated the human body systems at the Children’s Museum, applying research and critical thinking skills — all as part of their unit of inquiry "Who We Are"

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Laser Tag Adventure: Focus, Fun, and Teamwork!

🔫🎯Grade 4 and 5 students embarked on an exciting laser tag

journey, where strategy met laughter and collaboration. Through fast-paced challenges and friendly competition, they practiced self-management, communication, and team-building skills — all while having a blast in a safe and energetic environment!

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Healthy Choices in Action: Grade 2 at Cozmo Grade 2 students visited Cozmo Supermarket to explore healthy foods, ask questions, and apply their research skills by reading labels and identifying food groups

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Healthy Choices, Happy Learners

Grade 2 explored food groups over a nutritious breakfast.

As Knowledgeable Communicators, they shared how each food helps the body — making Balanced choices for a healthier lifestyle.

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🏠 Grade 1A: Houses Through Time

Grade 1A learners visited Beit Shuqair to explore vintage and modern homes, discovering how house designs have changed over time. A fun start to their unit “Where We Are in Place and Time

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Body Systems in Action: Grade 4 at the Cultural Center

As part of our Theme “Who We Are”, Grade 4 students experienced how their skeletal and muscular systems work interdependently during physical activity.

Grade 4 presented themselves as risk-takers as they learned archery in Haya Cultural Center!

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Our young adventurers had an absolute blast at Jump Park today!

They bounced, laughed, and jumped nonstop turning every leap into a burst of joy and energy!

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💼Career Day Inspiring Futures!

Grade 1 learners explored diverse professions, asked insightful questions, and discovered new passions for their future paths.

Exploring Ancient Civilizations with Guest Speaker Juana Zayadin

Going further into the unit “Where We Are in Place and Time”, Grade 5 welcomed guest speaker Juana Zayadin for an engaging session on our responsibility toward ancient civilizations and historic cities, sparking curiosity and thoughtful discussion among students.

🥗 Healthy Choices with Nutritionist Rawan Al-Ja'bari

🥗👩‍⚕️Grade 2 had a special visit from the nutritionist

Rawan Al-Ja'bari, who introduced our students to the world of healthy eating. Through fun and interactive discussions, the children learned which foods help their bodies grow strong, and which ones to enjoy in moderation. It was a lively and educational session that left everyone inspired to make better choices!

🥋Guest Speakers Empower Learners During AntiBullying Week

Guest speakers Coach Sameer and Laith Haddad, along with their students Zaina and Nagham, visited our school during AntiBullying Week to teach our Grade 5 learners self-defense techniques. Our coaches also shared these valuable moves with the rest of our elementary students!

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Growing Together: Teacher Development Day

A day filled with collaboration, reflection, and fresh ideas — because great teaching starts with continuous learning.

Celebrating Excellence: October Thinkers Shine Bright

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We proudly honored our October Thinkers of the Month across all subjects! Their dedication, effort, and positive spirit truly stood out.

Congratulations to our shining learners — your hard work continues to inspire!

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