The AISB Times-

Dear AISB Families,

Welcome to the 2023 - 2024 school year! The AISB Board of Directors and I are thrilled to welcome our students, parents and staff back to school. We hope that you were able to relax and make special memories with your friends and families. Now it is time to look forward to a wonderful new school year as we are “Anchored in Achievement” at AISB!

School will reopen for all our families as scheduled on Thursday August 24, 2023 at 7:45 AM. The AISB office has been open daily from 07:15 to 16:00 for returning families and those interested in applying for admission. There is also a limited supply of school supplies in the school store for parents to purchase including uniforms.

Our incredible team of educators has worked hard throughout the summer, been in school for the past weeks in workshops and to prepare classrooms for the new school year. AISB is such a special place to learn and grow. We are proud of our beautiful school and have high expectations for each and every student.

Together with our dedicated staff, we strive to make connections with students to help them feel valued, accepted, and safe. The IB Learner Traits of “Thinker, Inquirer, Balanced, Open-minded, Caring, Knowledgeable, Communicator, Principled, and Reflective ” will continue to guide our mission to provide a rigorous and joyful inclusive school environment. Our overarching goal is to encourage active student engagement to foster a lifetime love for learning.

Partnering with families is crucial to promote a healthy transition to school both socially and emotionally. We recognize that students may be feeling anxious with the start of a new school year and we will continue to place a strong emphasis on social emotional learning while focusing on building classroom community. We encourage families to stay connected and informed by belonging the class WhatsApp groups, our website and Facebook page.

We recognize that in order to be successful in school, our children need support from both the home and school. We know a strong partnership with you will make a great difference in your child’s education. As partners, we ask that you guide and support your child’s learning by ensuring that he/she:

1) Attends school daily and arrives on time, ready for the day’s learning experience

2) Completes all homework assignments given by teachers

3) Reads daily to develop a love for reading and to improve literacy skills

4) Shares school experiences with you so that you are aware of his/her school life

5) Informs you if he/she needs additional support in any area or subject

6) Knows that you expect him/her to succeed in school

Please consider joining our school PTA as our students can greatly benefit from your involvement and contributions to this association and its operations. We seek volunteers to join Ms, Nsarhaza, and Ms. Rutabuzwa Marie-Paule and help us set up a functional PTA this year.

Please refer to the Student-Parent Handbook for AISB's policies, processes and procedures

https://aisbrazza.org/beyond-classroom/parent-and-student-handbook/

If you have any questions about our rules and expectations, please feel free to contact me or to discuss them with your child’s teacher. It is very important that you and your child are fully informed regarding standards related to appropriate behavior for a safe and productive school year. Also remember to sign the AISB Student-Parent Handbook at the end of the document.

Find the school's calendar for updates: https://aisbrazza.org/school-community/calendar-school-year/

As always, my door is open and our team welcomes your input. Please feel free to contact me via email at the address below or call to make an appointment to speak with me to discuss any ideas you feel will make this the best year yet!

SAVE THE DATE!

Thursday, August 24th: 1st Day of school

Thursday, September 7th: After School Activities Begin

Friday, September 8th: Back to School Night- 6:00-8:00PM

Friday, September 15th: Family Fun Day

Saturday, September 23rd: Community Center Day

Please take note:

• Invoices have been sent out to parents. If you need another invoice, please contact the AISB business office at bmanager@aisbrazza.org.

• All tuition fees are due either on or before a student’s first day of attendance, or (if paying by semester), before the first day of each semester

• Payment may be made by: (1) Direct deposit to any one of the School’s bank accounts; (2) Checks deposited directly into one of the School’s accounts or submitted to the Business Office.

• When making payments directly to one of our bank accounts, please provide AISB with a copy of the bank or wire transfer so that we have record of your payment. Please note that AISB is not responsible for paying bank transfer charges.

• Please ensure accounts are settled to prevent any disruption in your child(ren)’s education. We ask that parents not send their child if fees have not been settled to avoid any embarrassing situations.

If you have any questions, please contact the AISB office. (05 786 35 39)

We look forward to welcoming all our new and returning families on August 24, 2023.

NB: The first day of school will be a "no uniform day", so let students feel free to come in their casual but decent outfits.

Kind Regards,

Dr. Laura Viban

Ed.D in Educational Leadership & Management

Director

American International School of Brazzaville

director@aisbrazza.org / www.aisbrazza.org