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N E W S L E T T E R

FEBRUARY 2025

MESSAGE FROM THE KG/ES
ASST. PRINCIPAL

Dear Parents I look forward to seeing how our learners demonstrate
As we reflect on the month gone by, I am filled with a deep their ability to take initiative, think critically, and
sense of pride in the incredible growth our students have collaborate in meaningful ways.
shown. This month, I had the privilege of attending a PYP A Task to Reflect on the Learner Profile and see them in
workshop that reinvigorated my understanding of the IB Action:
Learner Profile and how it plays such an essential role in As part of our school community, I encourage you to
shaping our student's development, both inside and outside think of a place where you feel most connected and
the classroom. The Learner Profile Attributes are not just engaged - it could be at home, at work, or in nature.
theoretical concepts; they come to life in every lesson, every Now, using the Learner Profile Attributes, I invite you to
conversation, and every action our students take. categorize them into two columns:
The Learner Profile encourages students to be: Inquirers, Strengths
Knowledgeable, Communicators, Open-minded, Risk- Developing
takers, Caring, Balanced, Principled, Thinkers and (In this column, list the Learner Profile attributes that you
Reflective.These attributes have been a guide in creating see as your greatest strengths or areas where you feel
an environment where students feel empowered to take most confident.)
ownership of their learning, fostering a sense of Agency — (In this column, list the Learner Profile attributes that you
choice, voice, and ownership. The power of Agency cannot feel you would like to develop further or explore more
be overstated as we continue our journey in the PYP deeply.)
program. It supports our students as they become active, This exercise can be an important tool for reflection as
engaged learners who are not afraid to take risks, ask we continue to focus on giving students the tools and
questions, and reflect on their thinking. the Agency to own their learning and growth. By
Looking ahead to the coming months, I am excited to see engaging in this reflection, we can better understand
how our students will continue to develop and refine these how each of us - students and adults - can be more
attributes as they explore new units of inquiry and engage in intentional in nurturing these attributes within ourselves
activities that encourage both academic and personal and others.
growth. I look forward to seeing how our learners Thank you for being a part of this incredible journey.
demonstrate their ability to take initiative, think critically, and Together, we are preparing students who are confident,
collaborate in meaningful ways.Looking ahead to the caring, and capable of creating positive change in the
coming months, I am excited to see how our students world.
will continue to develop and refine these attributes as
they explore new units of inquiry and engage in Best Regards,
Antoinette Pienaar
activities that encourage both academic and personal KG/ES Principal
growth.