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Latest News at JCD

10 March 2024
Parents, please take a few minutes to complete the annual NHPS Climate and Culture Survey. Your opinion is valued.   CLICK HERE FOR SURVEY ACCESS...
25 March 2024
Don't forget to join the PTO's monthly meeting, Tuesday March 26th at 6:30.   Topic: Smarter Balanced Assessment   Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81370709469...   Meeting ID: 813 7070 9469 Passcode: 600095...
19 March 2024
On Thursday, March 21st the JCD learning community will recognize World Down Syndrome Day. Every year on March 21st, people all around the world come together to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day by wearing brightly colored, mismatched socks. March 21 is symbolic because people with Down Syndrome have 3 copies of their 21st chromosome.   For $...
14 March 2024
IMPORTANT!! Due to technical issues beyond our control, adjustments have been made to our Stewards of Our Planet Town Meetings scheduled for Friday, March 15th.   Our 5-8 meetings have been postponed to an undetermined later date.   Our K-4 meetings' location and times have been adjusted. Kindergarten, 1st and 3rd grades will present begi...

Upcoming Events

28 Mar
End of Marking Period 3
Date 03.28.2024
29 Mar
10 Apr
12 Apr
Early Dismissal
04.12.2024
15 Apr
NO SCHOOL - April Recess
04.15.2024 - 04.19.2024
27 May
14 Jun
Early Dismissal
06.14.2024

Inspired by Our Children, Dual-Language and The Arts

John Daniels School of International Communication was the first school in New Haven to use a Dual Language model of instruction. All students K-8 learn in English and Spanish with an opportunity to add Mandarin through a world language model in grades 5-8. Our challenging, curriculum and emphasis on respect of diversity prepares our students to be life-long learners in our multicultural world.

Through the incorporation of four elements of our International Communication magnet theme focus in all subject areas, John C. Daniels School of International Communication aims to expand students’ knowledge about the world’s diverse countries, people and languages so that they are equipped and empowered to communicate with each other and across cultures. Students are provided with multiple and varied opportunities, based on CT state standards and NHPS curriculum including the use of technology, to apply their knowledge and skills in connecting with people around the world.

All grade levels focus on four broad themes throughout the year.

Our Themes

  • The World in My Backyard (a study of heritage and diversity)

    This unit is designed to answer the fundamental human question, “Who are we and where did we come from?” It is a study of families and heritage as well as immigration. Students learn about the cultures and histories that are represented in their classrooms and in the world around us through interviews, biographies, diaries and other personal interactions. 

  • Where in the World (a study of the world’s geography and natural resources)

    A geography theme that brings the physical dimensions of the world together with the human ones in a study of people, animals, places and the environment. Students build map and globe skills by learning about our planet, its resources, and how we communicate and interact with other places and people.

  • Stewards of our Planet (an environmental theme)

    During this unit, students begin to think about the big issues facing our planet: weather patterns, changing habitats, hunger and poverty, landfills and recycling, human rights and world health. Students learn that being a citizen of this world comes with responsibility and that everyone has the power to make a difference.

  • Around the World in 60 Days (an in-depth country-study)

    This last unit gives students the opportunity to investigate specific countries and cultures of the past and present with the intention of building an appreciation for diversity and pride in cultural traditions. Studies of a particular civilization will include categories such as geography, history, culture, demographics, education, arts and economics. 

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Contact

Main Office: 475-220-3600

Magnet Office: 475-220-3604

Fax: 203-691-3605

carroll.ryan@nhboe.net

 

 

Opening Hours

School Hours: 8:35 am – 2:50 pm

Pre-K Program: 8:35 am – 2:50 pm


Principal
Yesenia Perez

Assistant Principal Robert Manghnani