JFK Times Blog

We are pleased to inform you that starting next week, we will implement a traffic violation system for those who do not adhere to the traffic rules at our school. This includes practices such as parking in prohibited areas, exceeding speed limits, and double parking. The aim of this system is to raise awareness about the importance of following these rules, which are essential for the safety of our students. It is important to note that the violations will be primarily informational. By highlighting these behaviors, we hope to encourage reflection on the potential consequences for everyone's safety. We will also introduce an "incident traffic light" to assess compliance with these measures within our school community. Stay tuned for more updates on our weekly JFK Buzz. The safety of our students is our top priority, and your cooperation is crucial in creating a safe and responsible environment. We appreciate your support and commitment to this important initiative. --

On October 11th, our school was filled with energy and excitement during Jaguar Day. This special event brought together students from all sections for a day packed with sports activities, laughter, and, above all, to celebrate the birthday of our beloved JJ. From early on, students participated in many team games. Although the competition was fierce, the highlight was the incredible camaraderie, with students cheering each other on and forming bonds that strengthened their team spirit. The most anticipated moment of the day was undoubtedly JJ's birthday party. Friends from other schools, such as Cumbres, Anáhuac, Plenus, Newland, Cuauhtémoc, Gallos Negros, and Celta, joined in on the celebration. JJ, with his characteristic enthusiasm, danced, played, and, of course, received many hugs and good wishes from his friends. Laughter was abundant, and the students enjoyed fun activities, making it a true delight to see our Jaguars jumping for joy and reveling in the day. It

Elementary School is excited to announce the launch of JFK Reads! This program has been reinvented this year to include Reading Journals. This reading incentive program allows Elementary students to track their reading and respond to creative writing prompts. Through JFK Reads, students will have the opportunity to explore various books and stories, enhancing their literacy skills and expanding their global understanding. A unique aspect of this program is the active involvement of parents, who can participate alongside their children in reading sessions and discussions, creating a supportive community around literacy. By promoting reading within the JFK community, we aim to develop critical thinking, creativity, and curiosity in our students—attributes essential to the IB framework. JFK Reads is more than just a reading program; it is a stepping stone towards nurturing well-rounded individuals who appreciate diverse perspectives and are prepared to engage with the world thoughtfully.

Last October 10th we celebrated the 60th Art Celebration Project 1st Places Ceremony. This internal contest was held during September, to celebrate the 60th anniversary of our school. At the ceremony the firsts place winners from Preschool, Elementary and High School were recognized, as well as the Middle School first semester winners of this school year. The winning artworks are being exhibited outside the Library Media Center and all the community can visit the exhibition until December, to celebrate the creativity and talent of our students. Congratulations to our talented winners! Click here to visit the gallery ------------------------------------------------------------------- El pasado 10 de octubre se llevó a cabo la premiación de los primeros lugares del 60th Art Celebration Project, concurso interno de arte visual que se realizó durante el mes de septiembre con motivo de la conmemoración del 60 aniversario de nuestra escuela. En esta ceremonia, se nombró a los gana

From October 7 to 10, we celebrated Physical Education Week, with the goal of promoting self-care and raising awareness about the healthy habits we can adopt. Throughout the week, we reflected on the importance of good nutrition, regular exercise, and proper hydration to maintain a balanced physical and social well-being. Our Physical Education teachers organized a variety of activities, such as movement breaks with music, where both students and teachers exercised in a fun way. In addition, we held tournaments in various sports, motor skills circuits and stations, as well as activities focused on coordination, balance, and strength. There were also matrogymnastics sessions and reflections on the benefits of Physical Education, where students shared what they enjoy most about this subject. At the school entrances, we invited the student body and staff to participate in the “hopscotch game,” and we had great participation from everyone. Through these activities, we not only streng

At the beginning of this school year, we proudly raised the flag of New Zealand to welcome a new family to our diverse school community, which this years represents over 35 nationalities. New Zealand is renowned for its stunning landscapes, including volcanoes, hot springs, and glaciers, as well as its leadership in environmental preservation through national parks and marine reserves. Famous for its native kiwi bird, New Zealand originally had no land mammals except bats, with species like possums and deer introduced by settlers. The country’s bicultural identity is rooted in the Treaty of Waitangi, signed in 1840 between the Māori and European settlers. Efforts to preserve the Māori language continue, as it stands alongside English and New Zealand Sign Language as an official language. A hallmark of Māori culture is the haka, a traditional war dance that is performed with pride by the national rugby team, the All Blacks, before matches. Rugby is more than just a sport in New Zeal

The Digital Platform Course for Middle School teachers is taking place in the Library Media Center in English and Spanish on several occasions during October. In this course MS teachers learn how to use the school Digital Platforms to search for good quality sources for their classes as well as to encourage them to develop a synergy with the Library.  Teachers are vital in handling information matters in their class. There are lots of positive steps they can take to motivate students to use the school’s Library in order to aid their learning with secure, high quality resources. ------------------- El Curso de Plataformas Digitales para profesores de Middle School se lleva a cabo en el Centro de Medios de la Biblioteca en inglés y español en varias ocasiones durante el mes de octubre. En este curso, los profesores de MS aprenden a utilizar las plataformas digitales de la escuela para buscar recursos de buena calidad para sus clases, así como para animarlos a desarrollar una sinergia