National Arab American Heritage Month

As we approach the end of National Arab American Heritage Month, we would like to recognize and celebrate the many contributions of Arab Americans in our society and community. As shared in the recent presidential proclamation on Arab American Heritage Month, "Ours is a Nation shaped by the immigrant’s heart, and generations of brave and hopeful people from across all countries, including from the Arab world, have woven their unique heritages, customs, and talents into the tapestry of America. Today, the achievements of Arab Americans are reflected in the arts and sciences; in businesses and faith communities; in classrooms and hospitals; and in police stations, firehouses, and every branch of the military."

Bienvenue en France, Les Collégiens !

After three long years of disrupted trips to France, our Middle Schoolers have made it to Paris! Shortly after arriving, they visited the Arc de Triomphe, Champs Elysées, the Louvre, and the Eiffel Tower before settling in with their host families in Lisses, France. After their initial visit to Paris, students will be heading to Vichy where they will spend their time living and learning in France with our amazing team of educators and fantastic host families.

CM2 is Headed to Aramits and Jaca!

Be sure to wish bon voyage and buen viaje to our CM2 students who will be traveling to Aramits, France for our relaunched annual CM2 Trip to France! This year, for the first time ever, students will be taking a travel extension to Jaca, Spain where they will visit with students at the Escolapios school. We look forward to hearing all the fun stories after their return!

Open House Story Time

We were so excited to welcome many new families to the AIS community through our story time Open House; it was a record turnout for this event! Thank you to our teachers, students, and staff members who ready fun and engaging stories in French, English, and Spanish.

This is a fun night of laughter, community and fun food!
Get a babysitter and your tickets now!

RACLETTE NIGHT - Thursday, April 27th, 6:30 - 8:30pm

Tickets are $95 per person and include:

In the private room of Austin's finest cheese shop, ANTONELLI'S!

• Learn about and enjoy raclette (melted cheese poured over your selection of meat and potatoes)
• A flight of wine, selection of chocolates
• Tickets are limited with only 10 slots available! TICKETS HERE!
  

2022-2023 Yearbook cover and page frame contest. Submit by Tuesday, May 2nd!

Unleash your creativity and bring your ideas to life.

You can hand draw or use a digital format for your design and creations and use colors. There will be two folders at the reception desk: one for the yearbook cover and one for for the page frame. For details visit this link.

Paris Saint-Germain Academy Camp July 24th to July 28th (9am - 3pm)

If your kid is between 6 and 15 years old, and a big fan of Paris Saint-Germain, and is also in Austin in July, a parent was able to secure, only for AIS families, a $50 discount for the Austin summer camps, happening from in Round Rock Sports Center. Just use the code KEVIN50 when registering your kid. Hurry up! Only 20 spots available!

Keep Calm and Wash On!

This is the time of year when we see increased instances of norovirus (gastroenteritis) in schools. This is a very contagious illness that can spread quickly in a community. It is important that any children exhibiting any of the typical symptoms of norovirus not come to school for at least 48 hours until symptoms have passed. For more details about this illness, please visit the CDC's page about Norovirus.

Save the dates

Mark these important upcoming dates on your calendars.

• 4/25 Board Meeting 6:00 p.m. - Science lab. A virtual link will be sent out Monday.
• 4/27 Antonelli's Raclette Night
• 4/28 STEAM Week Family Friday
• 5/1 No School - May Day