Parent-Teacher Conferences
Conferences were held with parents and each child’s progress was discussed at length. An e-portfolio was developed for each child and shared with parents during the conference. All parents were provided a copy of the portfolio as well as additional material on a computer disc.
Fun Sports
The TNS Fun Sport event was thoroughly enjoyed by everyone. Students from all classes participated in races and competitions such as the relay race, the obstacle race, the balancing race, the fishing competition and so on.
School Calendar 2008-2009
August 2008
Date |
Event / Meeting |
18 |
First Day of Term for Teachers
General Staff Meeting
Orientation for New Teachers |
19-29 |
Professional Development Days for Teachers |
September 2008
Date |
Event/Meeting |
1 |
First Day of Term for all Students |
October 2008
Date |
Event / Meeting |
3 |
Eid ul Fitr**(tentative dates) |
TBA |
Fun Sports |
31 |
Halloween |
November 2008
Date |
Event / Meeting |
TBA |
Parent Teacher Conference |
9 |
Iqbal’s Birthday |
December 2008
Date |
Event / Meeting |
10-12 |
Eid ul Azha** |
25 |
Christmas
Quid-e-Azam’s Birthday*
Winter Holiday (School closed for all) |
January 2009
Date |
Event / Meeting |
5 |
First Day of Second Term (School open for all) |
9-10 |
Youm-e-Ashura** |
February 2009
Date |
Event / Meeting |
5 |
Kashmir Day* |
28 |
Annual Play |
March 2009
Date |
Event / Meeting |
23 |
Pakistan Day * |
12 |
Eid Milad un Nabi** |
27 |
Parent Teacher Conference |
April 2009
Date |
Event / Meeting |
7 |
World Health Day (WHO event) |
12 |
Easter (US date) |
May 2009
Date |
Event / Meeting |
1 |
Labour Day* |
12 |
Mothers’ Day |
June 2009
Date |
Event / Meeting |
3 |
Parent Teacher Conference |
4 |
Last Day of School for Students |
5-15 |
Professional Development Days for Teachers |
15 |
Last Day of School for Teachers |
21 |
Fathers’ Day |
August 2009
Date |
Event / Meeting |
17 |
First Day of Term for Teachers
General Staff Meeting
Orientation for New Teachers |
18-29 |
Professional Development Days for Teachers |
* Scheduled holidays
** Subject to sighting of the moon
Summer Projects 2008
This summer, why not give your kids three weeks of genuine exposure to real-life projects like creating a Documentary or Making a Jungle Gym? Summer projects 2008 is supported by a unique faculty blend comprising TNS teachers and Industry specialists.
Project 1: Making a Jungle Gym
Age group: 8-10
Objectives: To design and build a jungle gym at the TNS site in collaboration with an architect.
Learning outcomes: project management, problem-solving, design skills, understanding of building materials, budgeting, measurement and more.
Faculty: TNS teacher with an architect.
Project 2: Creating a Short Documentary
Age group: 9-11
Objectives: To research, film and produce a documentary.
Learning outcomes: project management, problem-solving, critical thinking, interviewing skills, documentary production (story-boarding, script-writing, digital filmmaking, digital video and sound editing).
Faculty: TNS teacher with filmmaker.
Project 3: Designing a New Cafeteria
Age group: 6-8
Objectives: Developing design plans, timelines, estimated costs, materials' specifications and menu for a real cafeteria planned at TNS.
Learning outcomes: project management, problem-solving, designing, budgeting, measurement, copywriting (for menu), food pricing and more.
Faculty: TNS teacher with Interior designer.
Session 2 - July 28 to August 15
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