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Weekly TidBits 
April 21, 2022

Dixon Campus 
The mission of the International School of Louisiana is to provide a challenging education emphasizing language immersion, international awareness, the celebration of diversity and community responsibility.
Office Hours

Monday - Friday 
8:00am-4:00pm 

The office will close Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 3:00pm-3:45pm and 
Wednesday 2:00pm-2:45pm.
*During this time the office staff will not be available. * 
¿NECESITA LA INFORMACIÓN EN ESPAÑOL?
Principal: Rosa Alvarado- ralvarado@isl-edu.org
2022-2023 Calendar at a Glance 
Click here to access the calendar on the website in the future.
Staff Appreciation
May 2-6, 2022

Dear Parents:

We are working hard to create a special week full of surprises and treats for our Teachers and Staff during National Teacher’s Appreciation Week. Please review our plans and consider being a part of this occasion by providing a needed item.

 

Monday, 5/2 - Donuts and Coffee 

 We are asking for donuts, donut holes or donut sticks donations. 

Tuesday 5/3 -  Smart Cookie 

Afternoon Cookies & Tea 

Donations of Lemonade or Tea (gallon or individual bottles) and Pre Packaged cookies

Wednesday 5/4 - Healthy Hump Day

 Thank you Cards, Flowers and Fresh Fruit

 Thursday 5/5 - Top of the Morning Thursday

Donations of Pastries, Breakfast bars, Breakfast Sandwiches,  Juice, Milk or Water (Gallon or individual) 

Friday 5/6 - Treat Bags

Donations of Pre Packaged cookies, nuts, chips, candy, fruit etc., 

 

Ways to get involved:

 ❖  Have your students make cards for their teachers.

❖  A small token of appreciation can be given to Staff members during the week from your family. 

 

All donations can be dropped off during morning carpool or the front office. 

Click here to view staff appreciation likes. 
International Music 
By: Kristen Girardot  (Music Teacher)
Music class is the perfect place to explore folk songs and traditions from all over the world!  This spring we will be learning and creating our very own circle dances using songs from various countries. A circle dance is when the group forms a circle, and then follows a set of directions and steps to the music. From Colombia to Ireland to Nigeria, these group experiences enable students to learn about form, connect in a positive way, and  fun while singing and moving together. Try it at home with your friends and family! A great place to start is with the music of Ireland.  Look up “Rakes of Mallow” or “Irish Stew” and let your creative juices flow!
 
ISL Admissions

French and Spanish Immersion Kindergarten spots still available at ISL!
Important Dates

April 2022

May 2022
  • 5/2-5/6: Staff Appreciation Week
  • 5/3: GiveNOLA Day
Summer Learning Experience 
ISL Dixon will offer an optional  Summer Learning Experience from June 6-24, 2022 for students K-1 grades at the Dixon Campus.  If you are interested in enrolling your child in this academic program, click here to fill out the form no later than Apr 22, 2022. You will receive confirmation and detailed information via email before the Summer Learning Program begins.
Message from
Family Liaison 
Thank you to all the families who attended Family Art Night with KidsmART on yesterday. It was great have families in the building. The smiles on everyone faces was amazing. Please be on the lookout for information on next event in May 2022. Check out the pictures on the Dixon Facebook page.

Tomorrow, Friday, April 22nd we will have a student Art exhibit during dismissal. The gates will open at 3:15p.m. on tomorrow. Families are asked to sign students out with the teachers and enjoy the artwork by students. 

Remember to check the website for important updates.  Feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns. My office hours are Monday- Friday 8:00am-4:00pm.

Catalian Dechelle Colbert
Family Liaison
For more information, visit our Campus  Community Webpage by clicking here!

 

We are so excited about our

Support ISL Spirit Day on MAY 11

Purchase your ISL T-Shirt today!!!
Buy Now

Sale on Lands’ End School Uniforms!

ISL families will need to reference the school number to qualify. ISL Students Preferred School Number 900120965 and you’ll need to provide the grade level.

Click here for more information. 
ADDitude Webinars

EXPERT: Caroline Buzanko, Ph.D.
DATE & TIME: Thursday, May 19 @ 1pm U.S. Eastern Time
(12pm CT; 11am MT; 10am PT)  |  Find it in your time zone >
 
This webinar will be recorded. Register now and we'll reserve you a spot (even if you can't attend live) AND email you the replay link »
 EXTRA CHANGE
OF
CLOTHES 

Parents, I ask that you pack a change of clothes in your child's bookbag. We are running low on extra uniforms for accidents and this can help get us through the end of the school year.

Nurse Kim
Are you on Social Media?

There are many ways to #SupportISL on GiveNOLA Day. One of the many ways you can help is to schedule a few posts during the day to tell your family and friends to donate to ISL on GiveNOLA Day. You can share a personal message or you can share one of our posts from the Facebook.com/InternationalSchoolofLouisiana page. 

Want to volunteer to post on your social media on May 3rd (GiveNOLA Day)? For more information, email development@isl-edu.org or reach out to your Campus Family Liaison
ISL Throwback Thursday:
Morning Assembly 
International Week: S1C
May 30, 2019

Update: Louisiana
P-EBT
The Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) and the Louisiana Department of Education received approval from the USDA Food and Nutrition Service to distribute a third round of Pandemic EBT (P-EBT) to eligible students.  

P-EBT benefits issuance will begin April and May to qualifying households with children in grades k-12.
 
Community News
DON'T FORGET TO CLICK ON COMMUNITY NEWS!!!

We always receive information from local organizations and businesses that can assist and support our ISL families. Rather than overload you with flyers and bulletins sent home, we have created a separate page for "Community News." Consider this our VIRTUAL Community Bulletin Board. Click on the image below to access this information.You can find everything from:
  • Free Community Events
  • Job Fair Information
  • Community Resources
  • After School Language Programs 
  • Summer and Holiday Camps for Students
  • Educational Resources and more!
Please note that we are not partnering or sponsoring any of these activities. We are simply sharing this information with you for your convenience..

CLICK HERE  

Important Links:

ISL Photo Policy

ISL Café Menu

School-Wide Calendar

Spirit Store
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Afternoon of Art
Important Reminders
Here are a few reminders for this week and next week:
 
1. Afternoon Art Show on Friday, April 22 3:15pm-3:45pm. Dismissal will begin 15 minutes earlier to allow everyone to view the artwork. Please enter the blacktop using Peach St, General Ogden St or Marks St. gate. Sign your student out with their teacher and enjoy the artwork. 

2. Summer Learning Experience Applications are due Friday, April 22, 2022. Click here to complete the registration for Dixon (K-1).
Click here to complete the registration for Uptown (2nd). 
Calling all Volunteers
Our campus is looking for volunteers on April 26, 27 & 28, 2022! If you are interested in volunteering, please email Catalian Colbert. 
Campus Reminders
Click here for more information
Important reminders from the front office:
  1. Front Office hours are 8:00am-4:00pm.
  2. Morning drop-off begins at 7:45am.  Gates close promptly at 8:00am.  
  3. Eagle Street entrance is open from 7:15am-7:45 am for students enrolled in Early bird and breakfast (7:30am).
  4. Eagle Street door is closed from 7:45am-8:00am. Students must enter the building via Peach Street, Gen. Ogden St or Marks St. gate.
  5. All visitor may enter the building at 8:00am when the office opens. 
  6. Drivers in the drop off line must pull up curbside. Never stop and let children out from the left hand lane.
  7. Grab and Go Breakfast is served every morning starting at 7:30am. Students will eat breakfast in the classroom. Breakfast ends at 7:59am. 
  8. Students must be in class by 8:00am. Students are considered tardy at 8:01am.
  9. Dismissal is from 3:30pm - 3:45pm (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday) 2:30pm-2:45pm (Wednesday).
How  can I support? 

ISL participates in GiveNOLA Day each year. It is a day dedicated to encouraging philanthropy and supporting your favorite non-profit. We hope you join us and #supportISL for GiveNOLA!
Click here for more information
Join our Facebook Group
Click here to join our Dixon campus Facebook group. This is a great way to connect to other parents, receive information on upcoming events  and view the photo albums. 
Campus Spotlight

KidsmART held a family Art workshop on Wednesday, April 20 led by Zeb Hollins and Paul Malbrough. The focus of the workshop was emotions.

Two questions were asked.
1. What are emotions and feelings?
2. How do I express how I feel?

Families were able to asked these questions through Drama and Muppet making. Click here to view more photos on the Dixon Facebook page. 
What's on the menu?
Click the image below to view April's menu. 

Shop Kendra Scott ONLINE
on May 4th and 5th
and GIVE BACK TO ISL!

Just in time for Mother’s Day! 

This Kendra Scott GiveBack event allows 

families to shop and Kendra Scott 

will give a donation of 20% back to ISL if you use

ISL PROMO CODE: 

GIVEBACK-BQIQW

Click here for more information
ADHD SUPPORT MEETING
NOLA CHADD
MEET THE 4TH MONDAY

 MONDAY, APRIL 25, 5:30-7:00 PM 

Join in MONDAY. Share stories, resources, and support.
Meet people who just "get you"--effortlessly.
We laugh--a lot, often at ourselves, never at each other. This is a safe space.

          https://paloaltou.zoom.us/my/nolachadd

          Meeting ID: 973 6279 7925
          Password: BUTTERFLY

NOLA CHADD
nolachadd@gmail.com
on FaceBook: NOLA CHADD 
a local group of CHADD (the national resource on ADHD)
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