5th grade students danced to the tune of Mambo 23 from @juanluisguerra during the opening of the Dominican Week.
5th grade students danced to the tune of Mambo 23 from @juanluisguerra during the opening of the Dominican Week.
Ashton debaters participated in the ACCAS Model United Nations event last weekend and came back with many awards! Our Head of School, Mrs. Gygax, as Vice-President of ACCAS had the honor to share the opening words.
[Click here to view gallery of photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/CZ4nzFWwhy2VNiz27]
Opening words:“Good morning to everyone who is joining us today for this exciting event.
On behalf of the Association of Colombian and Caribbean American Schools, familiarly
known as ACCAS, I want to welcome you to our now, annual ACCAS Model United
Nations encounter. I want to extend a special welcome and a heartfelt word of
congratulations to our honorable delegates from the participating schools. Just being
here today is reason enough for us to say congratulations for being bold enough and
committed enough to take on this challenge and this opportunity.
I am quite sure that all of you are accustomed to hearing the term ACCAS. Over the
years, we have come together to enjoy sports tournaments, drama and arts festivals,
spelling bees, community service initiatives and more recently, our ACCAS MUN. But
perhaps you have never heard a little bit about what ACCAS, as an association, is
committed to pursuing. So, let me quote just three of the fundamental principles from
the By-Laws that govern our association:
● to promote the concept of International understanding and friendship,
● to promote a partnership between pupils, parents, and faculty of different
nationalities,
● to encourage Interchange and dialogue between member schools
We have truly witnessed the above-mentioned in the variety of events in which we have
engaged as an Association, and I am confident that what will unfold here over the next
two days will allow us to witness interchange, understandings, dialogue, partnerships
and most importantly, friendship, as you work hard to be diplomatic and effective
delegates.
I want to close by acknowledging that none of this would have been possible without
the work of our planning committee. Thank you to our faculty advisors:
And thank you to the amazing students who form part of the planning committee:
● Ximena González (SCS)
● Salma Hage (SCS)
● Ashley Grullón (SCS)
● Sara Santana (SCS)
● Sofía Lulo (SCS)
● Mariel Kamil (SCS)
● María F. Montes (SCS)
● Gabriel Bretón (SCS)
● Lucía Bisonó (SMS)
May this be a thoroughly rewarding experience for all you as you display diplomacy at its
finest!”
Best Delegation: Spain: Lourdes Bravo e Isabela Lithgow.
Distinguished Delegation: Germany: Miranda Almonte & Myrna Paulino
Best Negotiator: USA: Eric Bello & Thiago Monagas
Best Oratory: Germany: Miranda Almonte y Myrna Paulino
Best Best position Paper: China: Gianna Marcano & María Eugenia Ventura
We would like to thank all Ashton participants for their dedication and effort in representing the school so well. We hope the knowledge and skills learned continue shaping your minds and hearts:
Spain Commission
Lourdes Bravo
Isabela Lithgow
Germany Commission
Miranda Almonte
Myrna Paulino
Brasil Commission
Miranda Jimenez
Miranda Taveras
China Commission:
Maria Eugenia Ventura
Gianna Marcano
United States Commission:
Eric Bello
Thiago Monagas
Australia Commission:
Dylan Alejo
Diego Gutiérrez
Captain: Manuel Peña
Coaches: Lobsang Mercedes & María José Caminero
Ashton debaters participated in the ACCAS Model United Nations event last weekend and came back with many awards! Our Head of School, Mrs. Gygax, as Vice-President of ACCAS had the honor to share the opening words.
[Click here to view gallery of photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/CZ4nzFWwhy2VNiz27]
Opening words:“Good morning to everyone who is joining us today for this exciting event.
On behalf of the Association of Colombian and Caribbean American Schools, familiarly
known as ACCAS, I want to welcome you to our now, annual ACCAS Model United
Nations encounter. I want to extend a special welcome and a heartfelt word of
congratulations to our honorable delegates from the participating schools. Just being
here today is reason enough for us to say congratulations for being bold enough and
committed enough to take on this challenge and this opportunity.
I am quite sure that all of you are accustomed to hearing the term ACCAS. Over the
years, we have come together to enjoy sports tournaments, drama and arts festivals,
spelling bees, community service initiatives and more recently, our ACCAS MUN. But
perhaps you have never heard a little bit about what ACCAS, as an association, is
committed to pursuing. So, let me quote just three of the fundamental principles from
the By-Laws that govern our association:
● to promote the concept of International understanding and friendship,
● to promote a partnership between pupils, parents, and faculty of different
nationalities,
● to encourage Interchange and dialogue between member schools
We have truly witnessed the above-mentioned in the variety of events in which we have
engaged as an Association, and I am confident that what will unfold here over the next
two days will allow us to witness interchange, understandings, dialogue, partnerships
and most importantly, friendship, as you work hard to be diplomatic and effective
delegates.
I want to close by acknowledging that none of this would have been possible without
the work of our planning committee. Thank you to our faculty advisors:
And thank you to the amazing students who form part of the planning committee:
● Ximena González (SCS)
● Salma Hage (SCS)
● Ashley Grullón (SCS)
● Sara Santana (SCS)
● Sofía Lulo (SCS)
● Mariel Kamil (SCS)
● María F. Montes (SCS)
● Gabriel Bretón (SCS)
● Lucía Bisonó (SMS)
May this be a thoroughly rewarding experience for all you as you display diplomacy at its
finest!”
Best Delegation: Spain: Lourdes Bravo e Isabela Lithgow.
Distinguished Delegation: Germany: Miranda Almonte & Myrna Paulino
Best Negotiator: USA: Eric Bello & Thiago Monagas
Best Oratory: Germany: Miranda Almonte y Myrna Paulino
Best Best position Paper: China: Gianna Marcano & María Eugenia Ventura
We would like to thank all Ashton participants for their dedication and effort in representing the school so well. We hope the knowledge and skills learned continue shaping your minds and hearts:
Spain Commission
Lourdes Bravo
Isabela Lithgow
Germany Commission
Miranda Almonte
Myrna Paulino
Brasil Commission
Miranda Jimenez
Miranda Taveras
China Commission:
Maria Eugenia Ventura
Gianna Marcano
United States Commission:
Eric Bello
Thiago Monagas
Australia Commission:
Dylan Alejo
Diego Gutiérrez
Captain: Manuel Peña
Coaches: Lobsang Mercedes & María José Caminero
For the past 12 years we have coordinated community fundraising efforts for Aula HOPE families as a community service project. The Bazaar was born as an idea with which we can be a blessing to others without incurring expenses in our homes.
We hold the bazaar selling second-hand items at the Aula HOPE facilities (in the Javilla/Los Praditos area), for the public in the area. This year the Bazar will be on November 18th.
The Bazaar sells clothing and household items that we donate from the Ashton family homes.
It’s time to clean closets!
When we put on Christmas we realize the decorations we have and perhaps some can find a special place in another home. Look for clothes that perhaps no longer fit our children and are in good condition… We can spread the word and tell family members that if they want to donate clothes they can give them to you for this purpose.
How do I send my donation?At school we will have collection centers within sight of students so they can deposit donations there.
Around the bazaar date, hands are needed to organize and classify the items. If you want to volunteer for the Bazaar logistics, you can let your course representative know that you want to collaborate and we will be happy to notify you.
For the past 12 years we have coordinated community fundraising efforts for Aula HOPE families as a community service project. The Bazaar was born as an idea with which we can be a blessing to others without incurring expenses in our homes.
We hold the bazaar selling second-hand items at the Aula HOPE facilities (in the Javilla/Los Praditos area), for the public in the area. This year the Bazar will be on November 18th.
The Bazaar sells clothing and household items that we donate from the Ashton family homes.
It’s time to clean closets!
When we put on Christmas we realize the decorations we have and perhaps some can find a special place in another home. Look for clothes that perhaps no longer fit our children and are in good condition… We can spread the word and tell family members that if they want to donate clothes they can give them to you for this purpose.
How do I send my donation?At school we will have collection centers within sight of students so they can deposit donations there.
Around the bazaar date, hands are needed to organize and classify the items. If you want to volunteer for the Bazaar logistics, you can let your course representative know that you want to collaborate and we will be happy to notify you.
As part of our crisis management plan, we have been and will continue to conduct
earthquake drills over the months to come. These drills are designed to prepare all
students and adults to react quickly and in an orderly and safe manner during the onset of an emergency.
Based on the recommendations of all the leading crisis management agencies and in
consultation with our structural engineers, we are instructing students to follow the
“Drop, Cover and Hold On” procedure while at school.
Based on a study of the ground on which the school is constructed, and in accordance
with what the leading crisis management agencies say, it is more likely for injuries to
occur during an earthquake from objects falling down around them rather than from a
total collapse of the building. However, we urge that for responses at home, you
determine what is most appropriate based on your surroundings, ground studies, types of construction, among other factors.
DROP, COVER AND HOLD PROCEDURES
Protect Yourself During an Earthquake…Drop, Cover, and Hold On!
Once it is safe to move, students will be instructed to evacuate the building using the
routes that have been studied and practiced. They will assemble in a predetermined
assembly area and await further instructions from school personnel.
If an earthquake occurs while outside of buildings, adults and students are encouraged to move to open spaces away from buildings, trees and exposed wires and to drop to the ground and cover their heads and the back of their necks with their arms.
If you have questions or suggestions you are welcome to send an email to
acoordinator@tas.edu.do. We also encourage you to view the information on the
following link for further guidance.
http://www.ready.gov/earthquakes
Sincerely,
Ashton School
As part of our crisis management plan, we have been and will continue to conduct
earthquake drills over the months to come. These drills are designed to prepare all
students and adults to react quickly and in an orderly and safe manner during the onset of an emergency.
Based on the recommendations of all the leading crisis management agencies and in
consultation with our structural engineers, we are instructing students to follow the
“Drop, Cover and Hold On” procedure while at school.
Based on a study of the ground on which the school is constructed, and in accordance
with what the leading crisis management agencies say, it is more likely for injuries to
occur during an earthquake from objects falling down around them rather than from a
total collapse of the building. However, we urge that for responses at home, you
determine what is most appropriate based on your surroundings, ground studies, types of construction, among other factors.
DROP, COVER AND HOLD PROCEDURES
Protect Yourself During an Earthquake…Drop, Cover, and Hold On!
Once it is safe to move, students will be instructed to evacuate the building using the
routes that have been studied and practiced. They will assemble in a predetermined
assembly area and await further instructions from school personnel.
If an earthquake occurs while outside of buildings, adults and students are encouraged to move to open spaces away from buildings, trees and exposed wires and to drop to the ground and cover their heads and the back of their necks with their arms.
If you have questions or suggestions you are welcome to send an email to
acoordinator@tas.edu.do. We also encourage you to view the information on the
following link for further guidance.
http://www.ready.gov/earthquakes
Sincerely,
Ashton School
Yesterday, Ashton students received from TOTAL Energies the prize for being finalists in three categories of the art contest they hosted inspired in road safety.
We have been informed that the judges were impressed with the works presented by Ashton students in terms of the creativity displayed, their understanding of the theme and how they managed to convey the message of safety and social responsibility.
The three Ashton groups were:
Grupo 1 ( The heart on the road )
1. Sienna Gigante
2. Rodrigo Camejo
3. Mila Calventi
4. Ximena Llibre
Group 2 ( Life does count )
1. Amelia de Dios
2. Valentina Baboun
3. Hannah Brea
Group 3 ( Just an instant )
1. Marianna Guzman-Desangles
2. Mia Valentina Garcia
3. Sophia Skibo
4. Maria F. Garcia
The students work will be presented before a jury in France where international institutions will also present their proposals.
The final prize would be a trip to France! Oh! La La!
Yesterday, Ashton students received from TOTAL Energies the prize for being finalists in three categories of the art contest they hosted inspired in road safety.
We have been informed that the judges were impressed with the works presented by Ashton students in terms of the creativity displayed, their understanding of the theme and how they managed to convey the message of safety and social responsibility.
The three Ashton groups were:
Grupo 1 ( The heart on the road )
1. Sienna Gigante
2. Rodrigo Camejo
3. Mila Calventi
4. Ximena Llibre
Group 2 ( Life does count )
1. Amelia de Dios
2. Valentina Baboun
3. Hannah Brea
Group 3 ( Just an instant )
1. Marianna Guzman-Desangles
2. Mia Valentina Garcia
3. Sophia Skibo
4. Maria F. Garcia
The students work will be presented before a jury in France where international institutions will also present their proposals.
The final prize would be a trip to France! Oh! La La!
The Secondary School Science program consists of Earth and Space Sciences, Biology, Chemistry and Physics in grades 7-12. Of these, the specific grade levels to be taught will be determined after considering applications for employment.
The Ashton School Science curriculum is informed by the U.S. Next Generation of Science Standards (NGSS), integrates Biblical themes/Throughlines, complies with Dominican curricular requirements, and allows students to engage in more experiential and experimental learning.
We believe students need to have an understanding that there are theories and understandings in science that are accepted and considered required knowledge for college and further advanced work.
They must come to understand any possible tension between faith and science and be able to dialogue about these as appropriate.
We look forward to meeting teachers who are passionate about inspiring the minds and transforming the hearts of students they are blessed to serve.
The Secondary School Science program consists of Earth and Space Sciences, Biology, Chemistry and Physics in grades 7-12. Of these, the specific grade levels to be taught will be determined after considering applications for employment.
The Ashton School Science curriculum is informed by the U.S. Next Generation of Science Standards (NGSS), integrates Biblical themes/Throughlines, complies with Dominican curricular requirements, and allows students to engage in more experiential and experimental learning.
We believe students need to have an understanding that there are theories and understandings in science that are accepted and considered required knowledge for college and further advanced work.
They must come to understand any possible tension between faith and science and be able to dialogue about these as appropriate.
We look forward to meeting teachers who are passionate about inspiring the minds and transforming the hearts of students they are blessed to serve.
The High School English Language Arts program consists of World Literature, American Literature, British Literature, and AP English Language and Composition. The addition of AP English Literature and Composition will open a vacancy in the department.
Teachers also take on one weekly Elective class and one weekly Advisory class. The Elective class is designed in accordance with the teacher’s interests and abilities. Advisory period gives students opportunities to connect with the teacher as well as cover essential life skills.
The teacher should be a follower of Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and have a passion for leading and teaching students through a biblical worldview.
We look forward to meeting teachers who are passionate about inspiring the minds and transforming the hearts of students they are blessed to serve.
The High School English Language Arts program consists of World Literature, American Literature, British Literature, and AP English Language and Composition. The addition of AP English Literature and Composition will open a vacancy in the department.
Teachers also take on one weekly Elective class and one weekly Advisory class. The Elective class is designed in accordance with the teacher’s interests and abilities. Advisory period gives students opportunities to connect with the teacher as well as cover essential life skills.
The teacher should be a follower of Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and have a passion for leading and teaching students through a biblical worldview.
We look forward to meeting teachers who are passionate about inspiring the minds and transforming the hearts of students they are blessed to serve.
The High School Math program consists of Geometry (grade 9), Algebra II (grade 10), Financial Math (grade 10), Trigonometry (grade 11), Statistics and Probability (grade 11), Calculus (grade 12), and AP Calculus.
The vacancy will be to teach a combination of one or two of these subjects, along with technology integration. Teachers also take on one weekly Elective class and one weekly Advisory class.
The Elective class is designed in accordance with the teacher’s interests and abilities. Advisory period gives students opportunities to connect with the teacher as well as cover essential life skills.
The teacher should be a follower of Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and have a passion for leading and teaching students through a biblical worldview.
We look forward to meeting teachers who are passionate about inspiring the minds and transforming the hearts of students they are blessed to serve.
The High School Math program consists of Geometry (grade 9), Algebra II (grade 10), Financial Math (grade 10), Trigonometry (grade 11), Statistics and Probability (grade 11), Calculus (grade 12), and AP Calculus.
The vacancy will be to teach a combination of one or two of these subjects, along with technology integration. Teachers also take on one weekly Elective class and one weekly Advisory class.
The Elective class is designed in accordance with the teacher’s interests and abilities. Advisory period gives students opportunities to connect with the teacher as well as cover essential life skills.
The teacher should be a follower of Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and have a passion for leading and teaching students through a biblical worldview.
We look forward to meeting teachers who are passionate about inspiring the minds and transforming the hearts of students they are blessed to serve.
For more information do not hesitate to contact the Gators Club through their Instagram Account by Direct Message (@gatorsc).
For more information do not hesitate to contact the Gators Club through their Instagram Account by Direct Message (@gatorsc).
7th graders developed Apps with the use of the coding language skills they have been introduced.
The apps used commands to take the user through Trivia style questions. Topics included relevant and age appropriate themes such as sports, the universe or entertainment.
It is not surprising to see how skillful our Middle Schoolers are as we read the following chart from a resource consulted recently from the Axis Organization :
Our challenge is to use these characteristics for building up the character and academic skills in a positive way in order to benefit the student.
Interesting to understand this:
7th graders developed Apps with the use of the coding language skills they have been introduced.
The apps used commands to take the user through Trivia style questions. Topics included relevant and age appropriate themes such as sports, the universe or entertainment.
It is not surprising to see how skillful our Middle Schoolers are as we read the following chart from a resource consulted recently from the Axis Organization :
Our challenge is to use these characteristics for building up the character and academic skills in a positive way in order to benefit the student.
Interesting to understand this:
Ashton School is pleased to share the link to our Christmas presentation. We once again thank all the teachers, staff members and parent delegates for making this special event an in-person reality for our students. We would also like to thank ASPAS for their contribution in making the recording available so that you may enjoy the show with your extended family.
Enjoy!
Ashton School is pleased to share the link to our Christmas presentation. We once again thank all the teachers, staff members and parent delegates for making this special event an in-person reality for our students. We would also like to thank ASPAS for their contribution in making the recording available so that you may enjoy the show with your extended family.
Enjoy!
Estimados padres:
Si se unieron a las reuniones que llamamos Town Hall en octubre pasado, donde presentamos nuestro Mapa Estratégico a tres años, podrán recordar que una de las Iniciativas Estratégicas de Aprendizaje más Profundo es incorporar “Aprendizaje a través de Pasantías” (LTI) en nuestros grados superiores. Este proceso evolucionará durante los próximos tres años, y el primer paso para el año escolar actual es comenzar a hacer conexiones y construir relaciones con empresas y organizaciones que se asociarían con nosotros en este valioso proyecto para nuestros estudiantes.
En el corazón de la iniciativa LTI está el hallazgo comprobado por investigaciones de que los estudiantes aprenden mejor cuando sus experiencias de aprendizaje son más significativas y se les permite tener una participación activa en el proceso educativo. Esto es particularmente poderoso cuando el aprendizaje en el aula se puede combinar con experiencias del mundo real. Esto respalda uno de nuestros Principios Rectores recientemente revisados, el que aboga por que los estudiantes trabajen hacia el Dominio del Conocimiento y las Habilidades, mediante el cual los estudiantes no solo están adquiriendo, sino aplicando conocimientos para resolver desafíos del mundo real.
Bajo este marco, que comenzará a entrar en vigencia el próximo año escolar, los estudiantes de décimo en adelante estarán en el campus durante la mayor parte del ciclo y algunos días recibirán el aprendizaje mediante la experiencia en un entorno del mundo real. Cada estudiante tendrá un plan individualizado, basado en sus posibles intereses profesionales, y los estándares curriculares se integrarán en este plan. El plan se desarrollará en conjunto con el maestro titular del estudiante, nuestras orientadoras, la directora y los padres.
Los estudiantes recibirán crédito por su trabajo fuera del campus, ya que los estándares de sus materias básicas se reflejarán en el trabajo que realicen. Habrá dos “Días de Exhibición del Aprendizaje a través de Pasantías” donde los estudiantes presentarán el trabajo que están realizando y cómo se integra con nuestros Principios Rectores.
Nos comunicamos con ustedes al iniciar este proceso, no solo para informarles y entusiasmarles, sino también para brindarles la oportunidad de asociarse con nosotros para apoyar las pasantías de Ashton en la comunidad. Si es propietario o tiene relaciones con empresas o cree que su lugar de trabajo puede ser ideal para esta iniciativa educativa progresiva, comuníquese con Ms. Gygax (headofschool@tas.edu.do) o Ms. Torres (principal_ug@tas.edu.do), para que podamos comunicarnos con la persona adecuada y cursar este proyecto.
Estamos entusiasmados con la forma en que esta experiencia de aprendizaje enriquecerá la educación de sus hijos hoy y en la preparación para la vida más allá de la escuela secundaria. ¡Únase a nosotros una vez más mientras trabajamos juntos para inspirar y transformar!
¡Que tengan una muy feliz Navidad y entrada de año nuevo!
Bendiciones
Ms. Gygax & Ms. Torres
Estimados padres:
Si se unieron a las reuniones que llamamos Town Hall en octubre pasado, donde presentamos nuestro Mapa Estratégico a tres años, podrán recordar que una de las Iniciativas Estratégicas de Aprendizaje más Profundo es incorporar “Aprendizaje a través de Pasantías” (LTI) en nuestros grados superiores. Este proceso evolucionará durante los próximos tres años, y el primer paso para el año escolar actual es comenzar a hacer conexiones y construir relaciones con empresas y organizaciones que se asociarían con nosotros en este valioso proyecto para nuestros estudiantes.
En el corazón de la iniciativa LTI está el hallazgo comprobado por investigaciones de que los estudiantes aprenden mejor cuando sus experiencias de aprendizaje son más significativas y se les permite tener una participación activa en el proceso educativo. Esto es particularmente poderoso cuando el aprendizaje en el aula se puede combinar con experiencias del mundo real. Esto respalda uno de nuestros Principios Rectores recientemente revisados, el que aboga por que los estudiantes trabajen hacia el Dominio del Conocimiento y las Habilidades, mediante el cual los estudiantes no solo están adquiriendo, sino aplicando conocimientos para resolver desafíos del mundo real.
Bajo este marco, que comenzará a entrar en vigencia el próximo año escolar, los estudiantes de décimo en adelante estarán en el campus durante la mayor parte del ciclo y algunos días recibirán el aprendizaje mediante la experiencia en un entorno del mundo real. Cada estudiante tendrá un plan individualizado, basado en sus posibles intereses profesionales, y los estándares curriculares se integrarán en este plan. El plan se desarrollará en conjunto con el maestro titular del estudiante, nuestras orientadoras, la directora y los padres.
Los estudiantes recibirán crédito por su trabajo fuera del campus, ya que los estándares de sus materias básicas se reflejarán en el trabajo que realicen. Habrá dos “Días de Exhibición del Aprendizaje a través de Pasantías” donde los estudiantes presentarán el trabajo que están realizando y cómo se integra con nuestros Principios Rectores.
Nos comunicamos con ustedes al iniciar este proceso, no solo para informarles y entusiasmarles, sino también para brindarles la oportunidad de asociarse con nosotros para apoyar las pasantías de Ashton en la comunidad. Si es propietario o tiene relaciones con empresas o cree que su lugar de trabajo puede ser ideal para esta iniciativa educativa progresiva, comuníquese con Ms. Gygax (headofschool@tas.edu.do) o Ms. Torres (principal_ug@tas.edu.do), para que podamos comunicarnos con la persona adecuada y cursar este proyecto.
Estamos entusiasmados con la forma en que esta experiencia de aprendizaje enriquecerá la educación de sus hijos hoy y en la preparación para la vida más allá de la escuela secundaria. ¡Únase a nosotros una vez más mientras trabajamos juntos para inspirar y transformar!
¡Que tengan una muy feliz Navidad y entrada de año nuevo!
Bendiciones
Ms. Gygax & Ms. Torres
Ashton School has been named a 2021 Cognia™️ School of Distinction for excellence in education. Cognia, the global nonprofit school improvement organization, recognized 59 schools and 20 systems across the globe as Schools of Distinction.
Ashton School is part of Cognia’s inaugural Schools of Distinction program that recognizes pre-K–12 education institutions that exemplify excellence in education and service to learners. Cognia selected Ashton School as one of the 59 schools and 20 systems out of more than 1,200 institutions that were eligible for its 2021 Cognia Schools of Distinction.
“I is with great joy we share the news received today. We thank the Ashton family for trusting and contributing to the work that renders this distinction possible, above all, we acknowledge and praise God for we know His Grace is upon us,” said Ms. Gygax, Head of Ashton School.
Ashton School first earned Cognia Accreditation in 2010 and reaccreditation in October 2020. Ashton participated in Cognia’s rigorous Accreditation Engagement Review process, which is based on research-based performance standards. The process includes a third-party review by education experts of evidence, interviews, and classroom observations. The evaluation covers Leadership Capacity, Learning Capacity, and Resource Capacity, as well as a demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement. “Ashton School is to be commended on their award as a School of Distinction,” said Dr. Mark A. Elgart, President and CEO of Cognia. “Cognia Accreditation is already a mark of distinction recognized around the world. Being named a School or District of Distinction further recognizes the commitment to excellence in education Ashton School has for its learners,” he added.
For Cognia Global Network member institutions, Cognia offers an opportunity to be further recognized as a school or system of distinction in the year in which an accreditation engagement review is held. Unlike the typical five-year accreditation cycle, this new program recognizes institutions that have hosted a Cognia Accreditation Engagement Review within the recognition year. Learn more about Cognia membership online at Cognia.org.
About Cognia:
Cognia is a global, nonprofit improvement organization dedicated to helping institutions and other education providers grow learners, teachers, and leaders. Cognia offers accreditation and certification, assessment, and professional services within a framework of continuous improvement. Serving 36,000 public and private institutions from early learning through high school in more than 85 countries, Cognia brings a global perspective to advancing teaching and learning. Find out more at cognia.org.
Ashton School has been named a 2021 Cognia™️ School of Distinction for excellence in education. Cognia, the global nonprofit school improvement organization, recognized 59 schools and 20 systems across the globe as Schools of Distinction.
Ashton School is part of Cognia’s inaugural Schools of Distinction program that recognizes pre-K–12 education institutions that exemplify excellence in education and service to learners. Cognia selected Ashton School as one of the 59 schools and 20 systems out of more than 1,200 institutions that were eligible for its 2021 Cognia Schools of Distinction.
“I is with great joy we share the news received today. We thank the Ashton family for trusting and contributing to the work that renders this distinction possible, above all, we acknowledge and praise God for we know His Grace is upon us,” said Ms. Gygax, Head of Ashton School.
Ashton School first earned Cognia Accreditation in 2010 and reaccreditation in October 2020. Ashton participated in Cognia’s rigorous Accreditation Engagement Review process, which is based on research-based performance standards. The process includes a third-party review by education experts of evidence, interviews, and classroom observations. The evaluation covers Leadership Capacity, Learning Capacity, and Resource Capacity, as well as a demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement. “Ashton School is to be commended on their award as a School of Distinction,” said Dr. Mark A. Elgart, President and CEO of Cognia. “Cognia Accreditation is already a mark of distinction recognized around the world. Being named a School or District of Distinction further recognizes the commitment to excellence in education Ashton School has for its learners,” he added.
For Cognia Global Network member institutions, Cognia offers an opportunity to be further recognized as a school or system of distinction in the year in which an accreditation engagement review is held. Unlike the typical five-year accreditation cycle, this new program recognizes institutions that have hosted a Cognia Accreditation Engagement Review within the recognition year. Learn more about Cognia membership online at Cognia.org.
About Cognia:
Cognia is a global, nonprofit improvement organization dedicated to helping institutions and other education providers grow learners, teachers, and leaders. Cognia offers accreditation and certification, assessment, and professional services within a framework of continuous improvement. Serving 36,000 public and private institutions from early learning through high school in more than 85 countries, Cognia brings a global perspective to advancing teaching and learning. Find out more at cognia.org.
The Student Council for the school year 2021-2022 was formally presented after Monday’s Induction Ceremony.
Mr. Gavilan, as Dean of Students headed the ceremony, opening with these words:
“STUCO, you are here because you have met the academic and character requirements and also because you count on the support of your teachers and Academic Council to occupy your corresponding positions from now on. It is a great honor for you to do so and we all feel very proud of you. Congratulations!
Just remember that the reason why one is chosen to be a leader is because that person has not only the necessary knowledge and skills, but also the heart to actively and empathetically listen to others, to try to feel their necessities in his own skin, to offer guidance and feedback, and to take preventive and reactive actions when needed. Being a leader equals being a servant. Don’t forget that.
Today you are inducted as Student Council of Ashton School in this 2021 – 2022 school year, precisely at a very particular stage of human history. I hope that the learning you have gained throughout these pandemic times contributes to shape the course of your actions with a balance of diligence, understanding and sensitivity. On my part, I commit myself to give you the necessary support you need as leaders and as individuals. For that, I ask for wisdom to the Lord. STUCO, once again, congratulations!”
The Student Council for the school year 2021-2022 was formally presented after Monday’s Induction Ceremony.
Mr. Gavilan, as Dean of Students headed the ceremony, opening with these words:
“STUCO, you are here because you have met the academic and character requirements and also because you count on the support of your teachers and Academic Council to occupy your corresponding positions from now on. It is a great honor for you to do so and we all feel very proud of you. Congratulations!
Just remember that the reason why one is chosen to be a leader is because that person has not only the necessary knowledge and skills, but also the heart to actively and empathetically listen to others, to try to feel their necessities in his own skin, to offer guidance and feedback, and to take preventive and reactive actions when needed. Being a leader equals being a servant. Don’t forget that.
Today you are inducted as Student Council of Ashton School in this 2021 – 2022 school year, precisely at a very particular stage of human history. I hope that the learning you have gained throughout these pandemic times contributes to shape the course of your actions with a balance of diligence, understanding and sensitivity. On my part, I commit myself to give you the necessary support you need as leaders and as individuals. For that, I ask for wisdom to the Lord. STUCO, once again, congratulations!”
Every student in grades 1st – 6th is recognized at the end of the year for showing growth and/or effort in a specific area where the student excels or has shown commendable improvement. Students will have a special pin placed on the stole that they maintain all throughout their Elementary grades.
Pins are also issued to students who have received High Honors for at least three quarters out of the school year. Followed by this, students symbolically “move up” to the next grade level.
This ceremony usually is witnessed in person by parents, this year we recorded it to be shared with the families. Due to COVID restrictions parents were not present in school facilities.
Click below to see the Ceremonies:
Every student in grades 1st – 6th is recognized at the end of the year for showing growth and/or effort in a specific area where the student excels or has shown commendable improvement. Students will have a special pin placed on the stole that they maintain all throughout their Elementary grades.
Pins are also issued to students who have received High Honors for at least three quarters out of the school year. Followed by this, students symbolically “move up” to the next grade level.
This ceremony usually is witnessed in person by parents, this year we recorded it to be shared with the families. Due to COVID restrictions parents were not present in school facilities.
Click below to see the Ceremonies:
All Ashton students 12 years or younger are hereby invited to the “I INTERNATIONAL CHESSKID CUP IN SPANISH”
The first International Challenge will be held on May 8, 2021 and is open to any child 12 years old or younger, who lives, resides and plays in any of the 21 Spanish-speaking countries: Mexico, Colombia, Spain, Argentina, Venezuela, Peru, Chile, Guatemala, Ecuador, Cuba, Bolivia, Dominican Republic, Honduras, El Salvador, Paraguay, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Puerto Rico, Panama, Uruguay, Equatorial Guinea and Andorra.
Students Álvaro Marion-Landais and Lucas de los Santos participated last Saturday in the Chesskid Dominican Republic tournament. Their participation qualified them to obtain a direct pass to the international ChessKid.com tournament, to be held on May 8, 2021. Congratulations on the results!
This will be the largest ChessKid en Español event in history, where more than 500 children are expected to compete. Additionally, everyone who signs up before the “early deadline” will receive an invitation to a training camp with the legendary Spanish Super Grandmaster Paco Vallejo.
Register here ⬇️
https://www.events4chess.com/
Invitation here ⬇️
https://www.chess.com/es/blog/
All Ashton students 12 years or younger are hereby invited to the “I INTERNATIONAL CHESSKID CUP IN SPANISH”
The first International Challenge will be held on May 8, 2021 and is open to any child 12 years old or younger, who lives, resides and plays in any of the 21 Spanish-speaking countries: Mexico, Colombia, Spain, Argentina, Venezuela, Peru, Chile, Guatemala, Ecuador, Cuba, Bolivia, Dominican Republic, Honduras, El Salvador, Paraguay, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Puerto Rico, Panama, Uruguay, Equatorial Guinea and Andorra.
Students Álvaro Marion-Landais and Lucas de los Santos participated last Saturday in the Chesskid Dominican Republic tournament. Their participation qualified them to obtain a direct pass to the international ChessKid.com tournament, to be held on May 8, 2021. Congratulations on the results!
This will be the largest ChessKid en Español event in history, where more than 500 children are expected to compete. Additionally, everyone who signs up before the “early deadline” will receive an invitation to a training camp with the legendary Spanish Super Grandmaster Paco Vallejo.
Register here ⬇️
https://www.events4chess.com/
Invitation here ⬇️
https://www.chess.com/es/blog/
Next Week our third graders will be receiving two workshops to address issues that promote a healthy self-esteem.
Thanks to the contribution of the Parents Association, our Counseling Program addresses parental and students interests supported by the Nuestros Hijos Academy project.
Next Week our third graders will be receiving two workshops to address issues that promote a healthy self-esteem.
Thanks to the contribution of the Parents Association, our Counseling Program addresses parental and students interests supported by the Nuestros Hijos Academy project.
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