Family Communication and Engagement

Back to School Night is an important evening that takes place towards the end of September. We strongly encourage all parents to attend this event. It provides a unique opportunity to become acquainted with your child’s classroom, gain valuable insights into the upcoming academic year, and meet the FAA community.

Back to School Night starts with a general presentation with the Head of School, Division Directors, and a team presentation, followed by a time in your child’s classroom.

In your child’s class, you will receive crucial information about classroom organization, schedules, communication methods, academic and behavior expectations, the curriculum, important milestones, yearly objectives, and more.
(If you have specific questions about your child, please feel free to schedule an appointment with your child’s teachers.)

Attending Back to School Night is essential, as it represents a collaborative effort to provide the tools and support necessary to lay the foundation for a successful and enriching school year for your child.

Twice a year, in November and April, we host Parent-Teacher Conferences.

In November, we schedule our first parent-teacher conference, a 20-minute meeting with the teachers and parents. This meeting allows us to get to know each other, discuss your child’s strengths and areas of improvements, and define goals for the next period.

In April, we organize our second parent-teacher conference, providing an opportunity to summarize your child’s progress and begin planning for the year ahead.

Building a robust bridge between home and school life requires active parental involvement, and teachers genuinely appreciate receiving feedback and insights about their students from the parents’ perspective. Participation in these conferences is necessary in fostering a collaborative and supportive learning environment.

Report cards are emailed twice a year, in January and June.

These reports offer an overview of your child’s progress, highlighting skills that are acquired and skills that are still in the process of acquisition.

Our report cards consist of two main components: 

1. Grades: The section provides an overview of your child’s performance at a specific point in time.
2. Teacher Comments: The section provides insights into your child’s learning style, strengths, and areas for improvement.

It’s important to have open conversations with your child about their experiences, concerns, and aspirations to foster a strong parent-child relationship and support their growth.

To learn more about our report cards and how to discuss them with your child, please visit our blog,  “7 Tips for Talking To Your Child About Report Cards”

Usually in the Fall, we host a Parent Visitation Day, where we welcome parents to sit in our classrooms and observe lessons and activities. It is an opportunity for learning more about Responsive Classroom Approach through Morning Meeting or have an eye to the centers provided to the students.

Once a year, we host a Parent Breakfast in your child’s classroom. On this day, our students have the opportunity to showcase the completion and the process of one or more of their projects to parents. You may learn about their math games, or discover the book they wrote, the skit they designed. Every year, it will be something new linked to our curriculum and the children’s interests.  It’s a wonderful occasion for meaningful engagement between our school community and families.

Every year, we organize two shows: the Winter Show in December and the End-of-the-Year Celebration in June. During these shows, students perform on stage in front of all the parents and the FAA community.

The Winter Show typically focuses on singing, while our End-of-the-Year Celebration adopts various themes each year, including singing, dancing, acting, poetry reading, and more.

These shows provide students with a platform to develop confidence, creativity, and teamwork skills, which are crucial for their personal growth and future success. They also allow parents to witness their child’s growth and talents flourishing. Additionally, these shows strengthen the bonds within our FAA community, fostering a sense of togetherness and pride in our students’ achievements.