KG1-Newsletter-28 Oct to 31st Oct 2019

DUNES INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Volume 5, Issue 3 ACADEMIC SESSION 2019-2020 28– 10 October 2019 SNEAK PEEK REMINDERS Glimpse of this week  Send a story book NUTS /The Friendship At its best daily for your ward Dunes International School organized a “Night Under the Stars (NUTS)’ for to read during free girls from grade 5 to 12 and “The Friendship At its Best” for grade 1 & 2 on time. 24th October 2019, where they have learnt the skill of being independent, bonding with peers and teachers. It was a fulfilled programme and provid-  Practice for the up- ed direct learning experience and gets to know each other. They enjoyed coming English the camp with lot of activities. It was a new found independence away Weekly Test.( Por- from home and beyond books. Students learnt to adjust in a new environ- tion has been ment and were emotionally bonded. That was the main aim of organizing shared by your such an event. It was an unforgettable experience in their lives. The stu- ward’s Class Teach- dents organized many activities and showcased their talents in the er) platform under the leadership of senior students and the guidance of teachers. Sports and games, swimming, treasure hunt, morning prayers,  Annual Sports Day exercise and yoga were included in the program. “Theme: Circus will be held on 7th of November. (Circular and e-invites for the same is shared through the school portal) 1

“Tajneed-The capsule Learning Moves\" The Tajneed leadership team of Dunes conducted a Breast Cancer awareness program for the bus monitors. The goal of breast cancer awareness campaigns is to raise the public's \"brand awareness\" for breast cancer, its detection, its treatment, and the need for a reliable and permanent cure. They also shared the Diwali sweets and expressed their gratitude for their service towards the students. 2

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Parent Teacher Conference Parent Teacher Conferences play a crucial role in enhancing a child’s education. Parents along with the teachers can play an active role in their child’s education and can further encourage and influence their child to do well in school. Dunes PTC plays a major effective role to interact and discuss about their child’s progress. Parent teacher meeting helps parents about the activities and academic progress of the child evaluated through regular assessments, assignments and observation. On the other hand, it also helps parents to properly com- municate and coordinate with the teacher about participation of the child in class and in different activities. 4

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KG1 A Snap Shot KG1 B Role Play. One other way of getting students Learn to sit in an organized way. to develop their speaking skill. KG1 D KG1 C Distinguish letters from words Enhance Listening skills through attentively lis- KG1 E tening a story. “Sharing is caring\". Students sharing Diwali sweets among their friends. 6

KG1 F Snap Shot KG1 G Learning letter sound with sensory activity. Learning how to recognize their numbers, KG1 H KG1 I Celebrating festival of Lights Learning numbers through hands own activity. KG1 J 7

Star of the week Each week we have a spotlight on one child from each division– the ‘star’ of the week, for their wonderful behavior and performance. KG1A-Confident Ryan Biju KG1B-Catalina Rose KG1C-Heiza Shameem KG1D-Neha Ranjith Babu 8

Star of the week KG1F-Aditya KG1G-Ananya Suganya KG1H-Kshitij KG1I-Dharshini Sivanantham KG1J-Hana Gunwan 9

Class Mascot “Moral Values are important” because they help us to grow and develop. which reflect an individual's character and spirituality. They help in building good relationships in personal as well as professional lives. Based on moral value students have been chosen to take mascot at home. KG1A-The Resilient Nithara KG1B-Perseverant Shalmali KG1C-Considerate Shifan KG1D-Cheerful Darsh KG1E-Cheerful Hamnd 10

Class Mascot KG1F-Caring Safa KG1G-Capable Manasvi KG1H-Empathetic Jason KG1I-Well Behaved Akshat 11

Diwali Diwali meaning\" row of lights\" is celebrated to honor the victory of good over evil and brightness over darkness. A five day festival is celebrated with full of joy and prayers are offered for the welfare, prosperity, wealth and wisdom. On this occasion Kindergarten students of dunes international school dressed up and shared sweets among their friends. 12

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English Reinforcement of letters, phonic sound, associated pictures, objects and alphabet song. Students were able to iden- tify and read words by using various digital activities. Students were able to frame two and three letter words by blending the sounds. To enhance students speaking skills “Just a minute “activity was conducted. 14

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Mathematics Students were introduced to number “25”with its number value using a ten frame format. Students learnt the concept of counting numbers 21-25 through various hands on activities and online games. 16

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Science Exploring and observing types of weather. Students talked about the different seasons and clothes they wear during the same. Students pretend play their favourite season and explained the reason why they like it 18

Arabic Letter Students gained an understanding of letter “dal” through tracing the letter on ICT and identifying the letter with the picture. 19

Library The Dunes junior library is an essential instrument of developing desirable study habit in students. It promotes individual and group learning, enhancing comprehension. The tiny tots of kindergarten tried to read the words from magazine with the help of phonics. 20

Physical Education \"Physical activity is good not only for the heart, but also for the brain. Students enjoyed practicing physical exercises such as jog- ging, Aerobics, Music and movement for the upcoming sports day. 21

Creativity Corner Kindergarten is a time for young children to learn and develop artistic fundamentals. Art and craft activities are engaging for preschoolers because they are opportunity for hands-on creation, which is how children retain in- formation most effectively and efficiently at this age. Self-expression is important in building character and identity and learning to represent an inner feeling creatively. In Dunes the students are encouraged to show- case their creative skills which enhances their learning process. Fatima-KG1C Ayksha-KG1C Sudeeksha-KG1C Emily-KG1D Vaishnavi-KG1D 22

Dunes Football Cup “Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do” - Pele - Brazil Football Legend Our school conducted the 1st 5 a Side Football tournament – DUNES FOOTBALL CUP (DFC) on 31st October 2019. Totally six schools have took part in this tournament and displayed tremendous sportsmanship throughout the event. The tournament was played on the basis of league cum knock out. Feedback The staff members of our school served whole heart- edly throughout the tour- nament to make this as a grand success. The partici- pant’s schools expressed their gratitude as they ap- preciated our school hos- pitality and tranquil or- ganization of the tourna- ment. This tournament would not be possible without the support of our princi- pal sir. He has given elbow What Next…..  UAE Flag Day will be observed on 3rd November, to remember the efforts of the founders of the country.  Sandwich Day also to be held on 3rd November. Bring homemade sand- wiches for your breakfast. Parents can share recipe of their sandwich with your wards class teacher.  Sports Day will be conducted on Thursday,7th November 2019. 23