In fact, at every “Conseil de classe”, we observe the symbolic and at times distressing significance that la moyenne has gained over time. Who hasn’t ever heard a student set a goal for himself or herself of achieving a moyenne of X for the trimester? Who hasn’t heard a conseil
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In October, Lycée staff visited LJBPS for the eighth time, with many “firsts,” both in terms of content and travelers.The Lycée team was composed of 5 people, three of whom were discovering Haiti and the LJBPS for the first time. Here is what they did over two days in their
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A century ago, tens of thousands of women took to the streets of New York City in what was then the largest rally for women’s suffrage of its kind. Stretching nearly five miles along Fifth Avenue, the Parade brought New York City to a standstill, and became the crowning point
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I bumped into a Lycée dad on the way into school on Thursday. We got to talking about the oodles of video projects he’s been working on. He seemed really happy to be so busy…”Of course I’m happy,” he said. “I’m doing something I love.” He continued on about how
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Jamie, your primary role is as an English Teacher, but you also have been developing and implementing mindfulness at the Lycée for three years now, offering students brief sessions with their peers during the school day. I would like to ask you five simple questions, for those who still might
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What is the Fête Foraine? The Fête Foraine is the Fall community event for the school, replacing the Fall festival. It’s a fun family event for all ages. Fête Foraine is the French name for a carnival or fun fair. For us, it’s creating a fun and relaxed atmosphere to
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This year, instead of having several “Languages days”, we decided to focus on one day only. To make the experience more meaningful for the students, with the help of the Cultural Center, we were able to invite artists so the students could participate in workshops depending on the language they
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Huguette grew up in France in a family where fresh ingredients and healthy meals were paramount. Her curiosity about different foods and flavours grew as she started traveling the world, first to Israel and then to Asia before finally coming to NYC. She decided to study holistic nutrition and share
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On Tuesday, the French Minister of Education, Jean-Michel Blanquer, visited the school. He was previously president of the renowned French business school, L’ESSEC. Minister Blanquer, who joined President Macron’s cabinet in May, is a professional educator, as members of our student, teaching, administrative and parents surely noticed during an engaging two-hour session
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It’s back to school! For every adult, both parent and caregiver, whose life is connected to a child in school, a new school year means a fresh start. We create resolutions: “Without a doubt this school year will mean homework done on time with all that newfound knowledge at my
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