This year's book fair theme was "Reading Under the Stars" and it was a huge success! In fact, it was a record breaking event with total fundraiser amount coming soon. Our scholars were absolutely thrilled to explore and select books that truly spark their interests and imagination. The excitement in their eyes as they browsed through the shelves was truly heartwarming, and it reminded us all of the transformative power of reading.
I want to extend a tremendous thanks to our phenomenal PTA parent volunteers who made this entire event possible. Your dedication, time, and enthusiasm transformed our book fair from a simple sale into an extraordinary experience for our students. By creating this opportunity for our scholars to discover new worlds through reading, you've done so much more than sell books – you've inspired a love of learning that will continue long after the fair has end
Thank you,
Eduardo Calderon and Claribel Michilena
JC invites you to join us for our Magnet Open House, 1/3/25!
JC takes pride in being the Magnet school of World Languages since 2003. Our students represent 60 countries & 30 languages in one great school, offering the choice of learning either Spanish or French. It has been described as “the little United Nations School of Greenwich.”
Come and learn more about everything that makes JC such a special place.
There will be two information sessions:
JC Magnet Open House
Friday, January 3rd @ 9:30am
Friday, January 3rd @ 6pm
Do you have a love for teaching and learning? Want to be part of an amazing school community? JC is the place for you! We are seeking enthusiastic, flexible individuals to join our dynamic team - help shape young minds and make a meaningful impact, one day at a time!
If interested, please contact Mr. Calderon at (203) 869-1896 and click on this link https://www.applitrack.com/greenwich/onlineapp to apply.
Feel free to pass this message along.
Friendly Reminder:
For the safety and comfort of all our students, we kindly ask that families refrain from bringing dogs onto school grounds (including our blacktop/playground area). We love our furry friends, but keeping our grounds pet-free helps ensure a safe environment for everyone. Thank you so much for your understanding and cooperation!
In November, we’re excited to celebrate several meaningful themes with our students and school community. This month, we’re embracing gratitude, honoring Native American Heritage Month, celebrating Diwali—the Festival of Lights—and highlighting the diversity and unity that make our school such a special place. To enrich our exploration of these themes, we are reading Luli and the Language of Tea written by Andrea Wang and illustrated by Hyewon Yum, an award-winning book that highlights the power of kindness and connection across languages and cultures.
The story emphasizes that when we seek to connect with others, we often look for a common bond. The word for “tea” sounds similar in many languages, and tea becomes the unifying metaphor that brings a diverse group of children together. In Native American culture, for instance, certain herbal infusions—often called “teas”—hold deep meaning. Plants such as mint, sage, three-leaf sumac, and cedar are used for their healing properties and for fostering community bonds, symbolizing respect and gratitude for nature’s gifts.
The book also includes fascinating material at the back that delves into the rich and ancient history of tea across cultures, featuring maps, statistics, and details that engage our readers and deepen their appreciation for shared traditions around the world. We’re excited to share these stories and experiences with our students as we learn and grow together.
