Classroom pets are welcomed at Primary

Help us decide on names At ISD we understand that classroom pets inspire our students to uphold the values of responsibility and respect for all living things. We empower our students with life skills that are applicable and transferable beyond the classroom. We

Unit of Inquiry: Grade 1 Visual Art

See how proud we are and stop by our Grade 1 artwork exhibit! Grade 1 are proud to showcase our artwork that we created throughout our Unit of Inquiry Who We Are. We developed our understanding of the concepts of identity and growth

The Readers and Writers Workshops

Shanna Schwartz, Curriculum Coordinator for Primary Literacy at TCRWP visits ISD Last week we were delighted to host Shanna Schwartz, Curriculum Coordinator for Primary Literacy at Teachers College Reading and Writing program (TCRWP). In this role, she provides leadership throughout the TCRWP organization,

Unit Celebrations are a way of life at ISD Primary

Come along and be a part of what we are showcasing in October! Thursday 12 October: Pre-K is celebrating how “People use different art forms to express emotions and ideas.” Tuesday 17 October: Grade 2 is sharing how “Celebrations are a way of

School trips!

Learning experiences outside of the classroom. School trips not only make lessons more fun and exciting, but they can broaden student understanding of topics. More teachers are stepping out of the classroom to encourage real-world learning and self-discovery. Please see a schedule of

World MAP Testing

Term 1 assessments Term 1 MAP testing is underway in Primary. As always, we share that as a school this is simply a tool for us to know where students are at and how best to support them. It’s certainly not something to

‘Our mind, our rights’ – celebrating World Mental Health Day

Let’s all think about our mental wellbeing this 10th October! The overall objective of World Mental Health Day is to raise awareness of mental health issues around the world and to mobilize efforts in support of mental health.  This year, the theme is

What’s happening in PYP this month?

What is happening in the PYP? Coming up in the Primary Years  this month: Wednesday 20th September 2023: Pre-Kindergarten are visiting Claystation! Thursday 21st September 2023: Come to School in PJs – Dress Up Day!  Wednesday 27th September 2023: Primary 3 Way Conferences

Settling in Playgroup

In the Playgroup, children are settling in and beginning to develop their personal and social skills. They are learning to share toys and take turns during playtime. While they are still in the process of acquiring the appropriate expressions to communicate their needs

Performing Arts

Performing Arts in the PYP curriculum The ancient Greek philosopher Heraclitus once said, “The only constant in life is change.” We have had a creative change in Primary this year; the Music and Drama programs which used to be separate classes have been