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Handbook Primary - The International School of Monaco

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Assemblies<br />

Special Occasions<br />

Assembly for the <strong>Primary</strong> <strong>School</strong> takes place regularly. <strong>The</strong>se are always very enjoyable<br />

occasions when the children can proudly share their work, learn to speak confidently in front<br />

<strong>of</strong> a larger group, celebrate successes and learn about the social rules <strong>of</strong> working and playing<br />

together.<br />

Class Presentations<br />

<strong>The</strong>se sessions are organised during the school year and parents are<br />

invited to share the work students have completed.<br />

Sports Day<br />

Classes take part in the Sports Day, which is usually held once per<br />

year.<br />

Summer Fête<br />

This day, organised by the PTA, includes games and activities for<br />

students, performances by students across the school and an<br />

international lunch provided by the parents. Parents will be given<br />

information well in advance and are cordially invited to attend.<br />

Special Weeks<br />

During the school year special weeks are dedicated to the<br />

development and enjoyment <strong>of</strong> particular subject areas. Specialists<br />

from outside the school are invited to share their talent and expertise<br />

with the children.<br />

Giving Projects<br />

<strong>The</strong> Giving Committee work closely with the <strong>Primary</strong> <strong>School</strong> Student<br />

Council, <strong>of</strong>ten attending meetings and presenting ideas at<br />

assemblies in order to develop meaningful giving projects in<br />

different places around the world. <strong>The</strong>se<br />

projects take place throughout the school<br />

year and encourage the students to develop awareness and<br />

understanding <strong>of</strong> others and to build links between communities.<br />

Outings<br />

During the course <strong>of</strong> the school year, some outings are arranged<br />

which enhance and enrich the curriculum. Students may visit the<br />

Oceanographic Museum, the post <strong>of</strong>fice, the zoo or a local exhibition<br />

or museum.<br />

All students in Classes 3 to 6 are expected to participate in the<br />

annual class trip to an outdoor residential activity centre. This forms<br />

part <strong>of</strong> the school curriculum and serves to greatly enhance the<br />

students’ social and educational development.<br />

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