After months waiting for the arrival of our summer students, we are pleased to say that the first week was an absolute blast, and we are sure that children have lots of exciting stories to tell about their first days on the ASV campus.
First Day
The first day is all about getting familiar with the place and making new friends. All groups engaged in fun icebreakers and activities to get to know each other and familiarize themselves with the classroom and common areas. It was raining during the first part of the morning, but this was not a problem to have a great day.
4th of July Celebration
The 4th of July is embedded into the first week and drives some learning activities related to North American culture and the differences between the United States and Spain. This year, the celebration took place on Friday, July 5 and included a parade (the youngest students early in the day, the rest at 3:00 p.m.), a gymkhana with games inspired by the Declaration of Independence. Finally, students enjoyed a special lunch with burgers, roast potatoes and chocolate brownies. Teachers and children were invited to come dressed in red, blue and white clothes.
Be Creative!
Students enrolled in the Level Up Your English program combine language lessons with other creative projects addressed to creating class-spirit and learn common words used in a classroom environment. Some of this week’s handicrafts were made to wear during the 4th of July celebration.
PBIS: Positive Feedback with Morning Routines
In connection with ASV CARE Values and the specific value “Speak in English”, students are encouraged to get immersed in this language by completing some routines. One of them takes place every day when they arrive: the staff at the main gate encourages them to speak in English through asking a simple question related to the program and its activities. They are rewarded with CARE points that will be counted in each class by the end of the week.
