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For the third consecutive year, JFK has been awarded the Eco-School certification, and this year marks our first recognition as a LEAF-certified institution. These certifications reflect our enduring commitment to fostering environmental awareness and action among our students. On October 29, we proudly celebrated the symbolic raising of the Eco-Schools and LEAF flags, commemorating JFK’s 20-year commitment to the environment. Over the years, our school has been dedicated to equipping students with the tools to become future leaders in environmental sustainability. Generations of students have been an essential part of the Ecoclub, supporting our environmental programs and contributing to obtaining national certifications. In 2021, JFK achieved its first international recognition as a Green School. The ceremony was attended by Eco-Club students, along with José Antonio Coll Guzmán, Sustainability Director at Airbus Defense and Space and a JFK alumnus; Ricardo Javier Torres Hernández, D...

On October 19, the students of the Ecoclub went on their first environmental outing to the Rancho Vía Orgánica. We learned about the "milpa" and were able to harvest corn and eat it— it was delicious! Our tour consisted of a walk around the ranch, observing different animals. We learned about the importance of each one of them and the role that every living being plays on our planet. Our tour was amazing! Being in touch with nature is healthy for our mind and body. Doing this type of family ecotourism activity helps us learn more about the local flora and fauna, become more sensitive to nature, recognize and appreciate what we have, and enjoy the local culture. But most importantly, it increases our knowledge in a dynamic and entertaining way. An event filled with family bonding, fun, and learning. If you want to experience this, we invite you to join our Ecoclub! ----------------------------------------- El pasado 19 de octubre los alumnos del Ecoclub realizaron su primera s...

Our Preschool Compost Champs program is starting its second year!  This program was  developed by Preschool teachers and the Environmental Program as part of last year’s SEP  analytic program of improvement. Every classroom has a small lidded bucket where they put the  compostable organic waste after lunch. In order to help develop this environmental habit in all  students, most classrooms have included it as a class job that students will carry out throughout  the year. Students also learn to record their habit by putting a tally or checkmark on a weekly  chart that’s next to the compost every time they take their bucket, learning to find their  classroom and the day of the week on the chart. We believe celebrating positive actions engages students and encourages them to  continue, that is why every Flag Ceremony we review the weekly chart and cheer all the  classrooms that remembered to take their compost every day of the previous week...

For the third consecutive year, our school was certified as an Eco School by The Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), highlighting the commitment of the entire JFK Community to caring for the environment. This new school year, we will continue to reinforce all daily practices in favor of the environment to promote good habits. In addition, for the first time we obtained the LEAF (Learning About Ecosystems and Forests) certificate. This new distinction seeks to include outdoor activities within a common process in the school program that ensures generations of people with a sustainable mentality and environmental awareness, creating leaders with environmental education and Agents of Positive Change. LEAF seeks to ensure that learning is carried out not only in its educational center but in the community so that throughout life it makes a difference. This program was resized as a learning and project hub The school, through the ecoclub, carried out various activities to receive ...

In Preschool, we have an exciting composting program from the SEP Analytic Program. Students are encouraged to create compost from their lunch leftovers. After doing so, they record the date and classroom on a poster, fostering environmental awareness from an early age. A fun and educational initiative to care for our planet!  ------------------------------------------- En Preschool, tenemos un programa de composta muy interesante por parte de nuestro plan analítico de la SEP. Los alumnos son invitados a participar, creando composta con lo que les sobra de sus lunch. Después de hacerlo, registran la fecha y su salón, fomentando así la conciencia ambiental desde temprana edad. ¡Una iniciativa divertida y educativa para cuidar nuestro planeta!

At Preschool, we are committed to continuous improvement in our educational and environmental practices. In response to the request from the Ministry of Education (SEP), we have implemented an improvement plan focusing on waste management. We have reinstated our paper recycling program, promoting environmental awareness among our students. Additionally, we are working on establishing composting as part of our sustainability initiative. We are excited about the benefits this plan will bring to our students and the environment. Our Ecoclub friends gave a brief presentation during past flag ceremonies. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- En Preschool, estamos comprometidos con la mejora continua de nuestras prácticas educativas y medioambientales. En respuesta a la solicitud de la SEP, hemos implementado un plan de mejora que se enfoca en el manejo de residuos. Hemos reanudado nuestro programa de reciclaje de papel, fomentando la conciencia ambien...

On October 26, JFK, The American School of Queretaro, received certification as an Eco School from the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE) for the second consecutive year. This great achievement recognizes the work of our entire community to care for the environment. especially by the Eco Club. Marlene Cruz, Coordinator of the Environmental Program and Eco Club, explains: “Recertifying us as a green school at an international level has been an excellent achievement for the JFK. This is all thanks to the incredible effort made by the students, staff, teachers, parents, and directors. Without a doubt, we are on the right track by further strengthening our actions in favor of the environment. It is exciting to see that every day there are more children enrolled in the eco club with a significant commitment and respect for the environment. The Eco Club experience is an opportunity to learn more about the environment, to improve our consumption habits, to be more aware of the i...

After almost 3 years the Ecoclub has resumed its environmental trips. On October 13 to 15, an incredible trip was made among friends with the aim of enjoying and valuing the nature of the Sierra Gorda Queretana, getting to know the different ecosystems. We learned new things with the specialists who live in the region but above all, we had fun and spent time with people who value nature. We visited the wonderful Cuatro Palos lookout and the Chuveje waterfall where we were able to take a tour through the forest observing a gallery of poplar trees. In the Ayutla River we took a tour to identify the local flora and fauna and we also had a great time with all the participants making wood-fired pizzas. Finally, we went to Concá where we were able to visit the ancient tree that is the second oldest after the tule tree located in Oaxaca. Finally, we ended up visiting the Franciscan mission of Miguel Concá If you want to live this experience, we invite you to be part of the Ecoclub next ...

Last week we began our Zookeepers program at Elementary. Our students from Pre-first were the first ones to participate.  The mission of the program is to learn, help and take responsibility for working with pets. This is an activity in which students participate voluntarily on the days assigned to their group from 7:30 a.m. to 7:50 a.m. The zookeeper activities include caring for our pets (guinea pigs, parakeets, hedgehogs, tarantula, chameleon, rabbits) and help them with cleaning dishes, putting water and food and cleaning animal enclosures. Every group will have the opportunity to participate, wait for more information to see when you can come. Authorization requirements - send email with: Student's Name - Group - Parent approval Send info to: ahernandez@jfk.edu.mx  ----------- La semana pasada empezó nuestro programa de Zookeepers en Elementary. Nuestros alumnos de Pre-first fueron los primeros en participar.  El objetivo del programa es aprender, ayudar y ...