“Fall is the season for art & culture” Let our children shine!
When I take a walk around my neighborhood, I spot red and yellow colors among the green leaves. The height of autumn is approaching. Pumpkins and Halloween ornaments at the entrance of houses are also adding beautiful colors to this season. At JLSP, from now through November, various events will be held by each schools/divisions and courses. Students will show off their study progress at those occasions.
Schedule of the events:
Kindergarten: 11/17/18 (Sat): “Birthday Celebration/Fall Music Concert”
Elementary School: 11/10/18 (Sat): “Fall Study Festival”
Middle School: 10/20/18 (Sat): “Fall Cultural Festival”
High School: 11/17/18 (Sat): “Ko-shien Debating Contest”
Keisho Course: 11/3/18 (Sat): “Autumn Culture Festival” 
In the past, all schools/divisions and courses had gathered together and participated in one annual school play around this time of the year. However, last year, we started to have separate events by each schools/divisions and courses. It will be a good occasion for each of them to introduce Japanese culture and experience, or to present their studies that they have been working on. Moreover, this will be a great opportunity for students to improve how to express themselves, as well as for students to respect and learn from each other. You are welcome to observe any event. Please support your children in their preparation, and cheer for them. Details for the events are yet to be announced. Please pay attention to the correspondence from your children’s homeroom teachers.
“Welcome!” “Thank you!”
Kindergartener’s success at “Play-Pretend Shops”
On October 6th, there was an annual event held by JLSP Kindergarten at the newly renovated cafeteria. Children were able to craft various products in their classroom, as well as at home with help of their parents. “Welcome” “How much does it cost?” “Thank you!”, children’s energetic and cheerful voice echoed through the cafeteria. I hope to see them take advantage of this learning experience and apply it in their future classrooms and at home. Parents, thank you for your cooperation!
“Security Duty” going forward – thank you for participating!
It has been 15 weeks since the security duty by parents was implemented. All of your effort is greatly appreciated keeping the school safe. Below is the list for parking/security duty for coming weeks. Please do not forget your turn. Mark your calendars!
10/20 Yorioka, Yaguchi, Levonelle, Robbey, Trimble, Devoe
10/27 Smith, Wanga, Aoyama, Akamatsu, Akiyama, Ato
11/3 Abdelcader, Abe (1st grade), Abe (Middle School), Mizumoto, Iijima, Ikeuchi
11/10 Ishii, Inami, Iyama, Violette, Vichy, Willoughby
Sound of Taiko-Drum returns to JLSP!
Voluntary Taiko lesson started last week for KEISHO course. Taiko teacher is the school principal, Kudo sensei! Not only is he a Taiko expert, but is also well versed in Kendo and Guitar! Twelve students brought in their self-made Bucket-Taiko and gathered together. With their sparkling eyes, they were making the drum beat echo through the school building. Last year, students had opportunity to study traditional Japanese music/instruments. This drum lesson is a continuation of the study. The drum lesson group will meet once a month until the end of the school year.
Congrats to Reading Yokozuna!
K1 Nanami Maruyama
K2 Tomoka Yoshikawa *600 books
K2 Kyle Price *200 books
Announcement
Middle School / Fall Cultural Festival: 10/20 (Sat) 1st to 4th period at Multi-purpose room