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New Parent Orientation

June 25, 2020

Outline

I. Who we are

• II. What we expect
• III. Introductions

Meet the Parent Council Meet Geneva School Administration

The Geneva School of Manhattan exists to provide a time- proven classical education within a biblical worldview. We inspire students to love learning, pursue excellence, and become leaders in scholarship, virtue, and faith.

Who We Are: Mission Statement

Our Goals

• To instill a lifetime

love of learning

• To engage the

mind and nourish the spirit

• To nurture Christ-

centered faith and character

Our Portrait of a Graduate

Graduates of The Geneva School of Manhattan exhibit integrity, leadership, and a passion for learning. They strive for mastery in all areas of academics, the arts, and athletics. They have learned the art of public speaking and the craft of cogent writing. They are critical thinkers and wise debaters, able to discern truth in a world of pluralistic

• philosophies. They desire to use their spiritual and academic gifts in

service to others, bringing honor and glory to God. They are equipped to succeed in a challenging and rigorous high school environment. Geneva School graduates strive for excellence in all aspects of life and seek to be leaders in scholarship, virtue, and faith.

“Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it.” Proverbs 22:6

What We Expect

• 1. Classroom environment
• 2. Student responsibility
• 3. Daily rhythms
• 4. Technology
• 5. Parent involvement

• 1. Classroom Environment
• Nurturing

– Teachers are shepherds – Encourage and pray for the students – Help students develop good habits

• Conducive to learning

– Active mind and body – Clear expectations – Intentional planning

• 2. Student Responsibility
• Clear boundaries
• Accountability
• Independence
• Three simple rules

– Use kind words – Keep hands to yourself – Follow directions

• 3. Daily Rhythms
• Punctuality: Be on time
• Preparation: Come prepared for

school – Nutrition: Healthy meals & snacks – Rest: Age-appropriate sleep patterns

• Protocols: Recommended routines, as
• utlined in the Parent Handbook

– Dress: School uniform – Habits: Homework and study habits

• 4. Technology
• No screen time from Monday

to Thursday

• Based on emerging research

about adverse effects of screen time, especially on developing brains

• Good examples to be set by

parents – Set firm boundaries – Model personal screen discipline

• 5. Parent Involvement
• A. Fall: Geneva Fund

– 100% participation – An important indicator to external donors

• B. Spring: Geneva Gala
• C. Parent Time

Commitment

• C. Parent Time Commitment
• A sampling of ways to be involved

– Chaperone (for field trips or park outings) – Substitute teacher – Pizza Friday lunch helper – Geneva Gala committee – Admissions tour guide – Library helper – Unique ways you want to use your talents – Parent Council

Parent Council

Parent Council Executive Team Elizabeth Santini (P’21), President Melody Mak (P’15, P’22, P’25), Vice President Amanda Croasmun (P’25, P’27), Projects Lead Monet Weeks (P’24, P’27), Prayer Lead

Parent Council Objectives

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• Partner with the Administration and

Teachers to help instill a love of learning by providing classroom coordination, reducing administrative burden on teachers and staff.

• Help create an atmosphere of Christian

fellowship where families can share their faith within the classroom and amongst the Geneva School community.

• Demonstrate Christ-centered character by

promoting service and volunteer

• pportunities within the classroom and

amongst the Geneva School community. Prayer Fellowship Partnership Service

The Geneva School Parent Council (PC) is a volunteer

• rganization that supports the Geneva School Mission.

Its objectives are to:

Parent Council Organization

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The Geneva School PC is comprised of classroom representatives and a leadership team

Prayer Fellowship Partnership Service

PC Leadership Team Cross-community PC Class Representatives Class-specific

*See Parent Council Roles & Responsibilities document for more detail.

PC Community Events

• Community Worship
• Parent Reception
• Library Cataloging
• Book Fair
• Teacher Appreciation

and more! See ParentsWeb Resources tab to learn more and get involved!

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Geneva School Administration

• Preschool and Lower School

– Ms. Tessa Tiemann, Head of Preschool and Lower School – Ms. Solmarie Miranda, Administrative Assistant

• Upper School

– Dr. John Lee, Head of Upper School – Ms. Donna Field, Administrative Assistant and High School Placement Officer – Ms. Rachael Waldvogel, Administrative Assistant

• Administration

– Ms. Sandy Kallen, Director of Admissions – Ms. Joanne Lu, Director of Communications – Ms. Gail Prescod-Aridou, Chief Finance Manager – Ms. Renee Reynolds, Director of Development

Rim Hinckley rim.hinckley@genevaschool.net 212-754-9988

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