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Latest News at JCD

18 March 2023
LET'S ROCK OUR SOCKS! On Tuesday, March 21st students are encouraged to wear bright, mismatched socks over their uniform pants. 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 cop...
14 March 2023
Students in grades 3-8 will be taking the Smarter Balanced Assessments (SBA) beginning the week of March 27th.  To encourage our students to do their best, we will have a school-wide PEP RALLY! To increase the fun, we are asking students to wear certain colors based on their grade level.  The rally will be on March 27th at 1:15.   &n...
02 March 2023
Helping students do their best in school requires a team effort. To help all of us learn how to make your child's schooling experience as positive and beneficial as possible, please give us your honest, thoughtful responses to the survey questions. Families and caregivers can access their surveys by using the link below: surveys.panoramae...
27 February 2023

Please read the notification from Ms. Perez regarding the lockdown that took place on Monday, February 27th.

 

LETTER from Ms. Perez

Upcoming Events

28 Mar
PTO General Monthly Meeting
Date 03.28.2023 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
31 Mar
6 Apr
Early Dismissal
04.06.2023
7 Apr
10 Apr
NO SCHOOL - April Recess
04.10.2023 - 04.14.2023
29 May

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. 

Visit Our School or Contact Us

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