May 5, 2024
Upcoming PTO Events
Mon. May 6, 2024, 08:45 – 11:00, Transitions in Living Abroad: “Leaving & Staying” – Living abroad brings inevitable transitions as we approach the end of the school year. Whether your family is staying or going, how can you navigate the changes for your family, children, and yourself? Join us to share our experiences, emotions, and support as we move through the transition of farewells in our international life. We will explore tools and strategies to empower you and your family to face this transition with calm and direction. RSVP now.
Wed. May 15, 2024, 08:45 – 09:45, PTO Meeting – Join us for our final PTO meeting of this school year. Find out how you can help next year. Learn about events and activities already in the works, and bring your ideas for new things. RSVP now.
Mon. May 27, 2024, 09:30 – 11:30, End of the Year Beach Party – Join us at Strandpaviljoen Sport for breakfast, and let's celebrate all we've accomplished this year. Reserve your seat no later than May 25. RSVP now.
Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week
The PTO is organizing a special week dedicated to celebrating the hard work and dedication of our amazing teachers and staff.
Mon. May 6: A Plentiful Breakfast – ECC Cafeteria, UE Workroom 2.19, and the Mezzanine. Sign up here to help and/or bring a breakfast item. Please drop off food items from 07:40-08:00.
Tues. May 7: Staff Social (Teachers & Staff Only) – The social, sponsored by the ASH PTO, will host staff for a relaxed afternoon of camaraderie and refreshments in the UE Atrium.
Wed. May 8: Send Your Gratitude – In addition to these events, we encourage everyone to take a moment to express their appreciation in their special way. Whether writing a heartfelt card, sending an email, creating a video, or simply saying a warm "thank you" in person, let's ensure our teachers and staff know how valued they are. You can also stop by the bulletin board in the ECC or Main Campus reception and add your handwritten note.
Volunteers Needed for 2024/2025 PTO
Looking for a way to give back to our kids and the school? Join the PTO. We have many fun ways to get involved, contribute, and meet other parents. For the 2024/2025 school year, the PTO council (executive board) is looking to fill the roles of vice president and communications chair. Other committees in particular need of volunteers are Monday Morning Networking, Parent Welcoming Committee, and Spirit Wear. Come to the PTO meeting on May 15 to find out more, or email PTOpres@ash.nl for more information. Join the fun!
International Festival 2025
Preparations are already underway for the 2025 International Festival. The first step is always to identify the theme/slogan, and we want your ideas. Here are some previous ideas to get your creative juices flowing - "Cultures of Colors" and "My Home, My Earth." Submit your ideas by email to ptointfestival@ash.nl by May 19. The International Festival Committee will vote on theme ideas at their next meeting on May 21.
Concession Volunteers Needed for ISSTs
Help needed! Support our Trojans against ISB next week by volunteering with concessions. Parents or high school students are welcome. Service hours are available for high schoolers who sign up; just note your grade in the comments section. Sign up here.
After School Activities
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