GISNY eNewsletter | Sept. 4, 2019 Upcoming Events and Announcements
Welcome new and returning families to the 2019/20 school year! GISNY Around the World - Photo Album (Click on image for more information) We would like to invite all GISNY Families to send us a holiday picture and be part of our “GISNY Around The World” photo album. Still Accepting Applications for 2019/2020 and started enrollment for 2020/21 Discover GISNY, an independent, Pre-K through Grade 12 college preparatory program. We are the only school in the tri-state area where graduates earn the German International Abitur and a NYS High School Diploma.
WEEKLY UPDATES
We regret to inform you that Frau Schmoeckel will unfortunately only return to school later in the semester due to health reasons. The school has been able to adjust our class schedules to cover her classes until she returns. We wish Frau Schmoeckel a speedy recovery.
We also would like to inform you that Brian Purdy, Director of Security, will not be returning to school for personal reasons. We wish him and his family all the best.
Leider wird Frau Schmöckel aus gesundheitlichen Gründen erst im Laufe des ersten Halbjahres an die Schule zurückkehren. Die Schule war in der Lage, die Lehrpläne so anzupassen, dass ihre Stunden bis zu ihrer Rückkehr vertreten werden. Wir wünschen Frau Schmöckel gute Besserung.
Wir möchten Sie auch darüber informieren, dass Brian Purdy, Direktor für Sicherheit, aus persönlichen Gründen nicht an unsere Schule zurückkehren wird. Wir wünschen ihm und seiner Familie alles Gute.
Parents' Night | Elternabend
We would like to remind our parents about the dates and times for parents' night: Wir möchten unsere Eltern an die Termine der Elternabende erinnern:
Dienstag, 10.09.2019 | Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2019
19.00 Uhr: Pre-K, Eingangsstufe und Kl. 3 & 4 20.15–20.30 Uhr: Gemeinsames Treffen in der Aula Eltern der Pre-K,ES – 4 | General Meeting in the Auditorium for parents of students in Pre-K – gr. 4 20.30 Uhr: Klassen 1 & 2 Donnerstag, 12.09.2019 | Thursday, 9/12/2019
19.00 Uhr: Klassen 5 & 6, 9 & 10 20.15–20.30 Uhr: Gemeinsames Treffen in der Aula Eltern der 5 – 12 | General Meeting in the Auditorium for parents of students in gr. 5 – 12 20.30 Uhr: Klassen 7 & 8, 11 & 12
After School Program | AG Sign-Up
After school activities (AGs) will begin on Monday, Sept. 16. Please review the school website for descriptions, schedules and details. (LINK) Sign-up will open on Monday, Sept. 9th at 6.00 pm.
Die Arbeitsgemeinschaften beginnen am Montag, den 16.09.2019. Die AG-Angebote und den Zeitplan für das Schuljahr 2019/20 finden Sie auf der GISNY-Website (LINK) Die Anmeldung beginnt am Montag, dem 9. September um 18.00 Uhr. Wir bitten Sie, die Richtlinien und Informationen zum Anmeldeverfahren auf unserer Website zu lesen.
German American Steuben Parade
Es ist wieder Zeit für die alljährliche Steubenparade in New York City. Sie findet am Samstag, dem 21. September 2019 statt. Die German International School New York möchte auch in diesem Jahr mit möglichst vielen Mitgliedern der Schulgemeinde dabei sein. Die Schule stellt Busse nach Manhattan und zurück zur Verfügung. GISNY T-Shirts werden am Freitag, 13.9. und am Freitag, 20.9. ab 13.45 Uhr im Haupteingang der Schule verkauft. Detaillierte Informationen zur Parade folgen.
This year the annual German-American Steuben Parade in Manhattan will take place on Saturday, September 21, 2019. We hope that many of you will take part in this wonderful event again this year. Bus transportation to and from Manhattan is provided by GISNY. We will be selling GISNY t-shirts on Friday, September 13 and on Friday, September 20 at 1.45 pm in the main lobby of the school. Further information will follow.
Playing Smart: The Amazing Benefits of Chess
Academic Benefits: Chess teaches several skills, including focusing, visualizing a sequence of actions, weighing options, analyzing concretely and thinking abstractly. Children become more critical thinkers, better problem solvers, and more independent decision makers.
Health Benefits: Chess stimulates the growth of dendrites, which in turn increases the speed and quality of neural communication throughout the brain. It improves memory and concentration.
Educational Research: Studies show that chess results in increased scores on standardized tests for both reading and math, and it boosts creativity more than other activities – because it trains the mind to play with all possibilities, which is a cornerstone of original thinking.
Social Benefits: Chess leads to increased motivation and improved self-confidence. It brings children together, from different backgrounds, in a fun, enjoyable activity. It builds friendship and school spirit.
Chess AG 2019-2020 Schedule Monday 2:10-3:40 pm: First Grade Wednesday 2:10-3:40 pm: 2nd-6th Grades
Please read this LINK to learn more about our chess program.
Newcomers' Club
The Newcomers' Club is pleased to announce two upcoming excursions: Stamford Museum & Nature Center and the German Yorkville Tour (for husbands only). Please visit the Newcomers' Club page on the school website for details and sign-up information. LINK
FITNESS FOR PARENTS
Alle Eltern sind herzlich eingeladen, einmal wöchentlich für 60 Minuten an dem Workout teilzunehmen. Ziel ist es, die Kondition sowie den gesamten Muskelaufbau zu verbessern. Mitzubringen sind bitte feste Hallensportschuhe und eine Isomatte. Wir starten am Donnerstag, 12. September um 8.30 Uhr in der Sporthalle. Ich freue mich auf alle „alten" und „neuen" Eltern!
All parents are more than welcome to participate in the weekly 60 minute workout. Our goal is to improve your physical ability and toning. Please bring your own fitness mat and indoor sports shoes. We will begin on Thursday, September 12th at 8.30 am in the gym. I am looking forward to seeing all "old" and "new" parents,
Herzliche Grüße / Best Angela Richmann
angela.richmann@gmail.com
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