October 11, 2021
From the Office of The Director Steve Razidlo
Dear ASD Families,
This week is short, but still wonderful to note that shifting to school for all students is a gift to learners and teachers alike. We hope all of our families remain safe and healthy over the fall vacation.
On Sunday, ASD hosted Nadine Menendez, wife of U.S. Senator Robert Menendez (New Jersey), who toured the campus and shared her great admiration for the behavior of our students and for the wonderful opportunities provided for ASD students. She remarked that ASD is as large as some university campuses, and shared numerous compliments regarding seeing happy, engaged learners! Later that day, it was my pleasure to take a tour of the Equine Veterinary Medical Center facility, where I had a chance to witness one of our ASD students, Angel Revsbech Grade 11, who along with four other ASD High Schoolers are afforded the opportunity to shadow professionals, participate in and/or witness veterinary and medical procedures, and begin formal relationships with possible mentors and advocates…all in a world-class facility in Doha! When we speak about inspiring and empowering students, shadow/internship programs such as this one are stellar examples of what is possible when we cultivate great partnerships.
After the upcoming break, October 17 will herald the return of MS students to after school activities; ASA’s for our elementary students will soon follow, and parents should note we continue to build back programs carefully while following MOPH guidance.
Sincerely,
Steve Razidlo
Director of the American School of Doha
What's On ASD
Tue, Oct 12 - Sat, Oct 16
FALL BREAK, No School for Students
Sun, Oct 17
First Day Back from Fall Break
MS/HS Day 4
MS Personal Safety Lessons - Parent Session, 8:30am - 9:30am, via Zoom
Mon, Oct 18
MS/HS Day 1
Tue, Oct 19
MS/HS Day 2
PACT Tuesday, school dismissal at 12:30pm
Wed, Oct 20
MS/HS Day 3
MS Parent Advisory Forum (PAF) meeting, 8:00 - 9:00 am, via Zoom
Thu, Oct 21
MS/HS Day 4
Check out our section on Teaching and Learning
A message From ASD Nursing
Greetings From ASD Nursing,
We have been so excited and humbled to have all of our students back on campus daily. We are also excited that in our Middle School and High School Divisions we have a high vaccination rate against COVID-19 among students. For students 12 years of age and above who are vaccinated against COVID-19 if you have not done so yet please submit the vaccination certificate or card on the ASD COVID-19 Vaccination Form. You may also send this directly to the nurses at laureen.tordecillas@asd.edu.qa or carmen.jones@asd.edu.qa. Please DO NOT send an Ehteraz screenshot as this won’t be sufficient documentation.
Please be mindful that after break those who have students 12 years of age and older that have not presented a vaccination card or certificate will be required to undergo weekly testing. The families who have opted not to vaccinate their student and to do the weekly testing will receive the link to upload results weekly. If this is not done students will no longer be able to access campus until we receive the necessary documentation.
Have a restful and enjoyable break!
A message From the ES Library
**This schedule will begin on Sunday, October 17, 2021.
We are pleased to announce the reopening of the Elementary School Library after school for adults. We will be open from 3:00pm – 4:00pm Sunday through Thursday with the exception of PACT Tuesdays (closing at 12:30pm).
Parents can come in to check books out, return books, and have a quiet place to read with your child.
If you do not yet have a parent account to check out extra books for your student(s), we can take care of that when you come in.
**Students are only allowed in the library after school with a parent or MS/HS sibling.
A message from Admissions
Dear Parents,
Is your son or daughter turning three or four years of age by August 31, 2022? Are you interested in applying for our Pre-K 3 or Pre-K 4 programs for the 2022-2023 academic year? If so, please complete our online application as soon as possible!
If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact the Office of Admissions at admissions@asd.edu.qa or by phone at +974 4459 1511.
We look forward to receiving your child’s application soon!
Sincerely,
Scott Barnwell
Director of Admissions
From our School Community
CAST is BACK and we need YOU! Are you a parent that would like to volunteer for CAST (Creative Arts Support Team)? Do you have a love for the Arts? Costuming? Front Of House? Design? Or Hospitality? Would you like to join a fun and creative team? If so, please fill in the google form or reach out to Jennifer Bendriss jbendriss@asd.edu.qa for information. We cannot wait to work with YOU!
Our PTA Book Fair was a huge success! Thank you to all the parent volunteers, teachers, and staff who helped get many books into the hands of our kids!
Booster Club Parent Volunteers Needed!
The Booster Club consists of parent volunteers whose primary goal is to support the Athletics and Activities program across all the divisions at the American School of Doha. Booster Club's main goal is to promote the school spirit within the ASD community and beyond. Please let us know if you can spare any of your time to help our community and join us by filling out the form HERE. We have specific areas of need or you can just sign up to receive any of our community emails.
Booster Club Online Store
Our ASD Booster Store Online Catalog includes the store's most popular items so be ready to show your dragon spirit. The Booster Club provides positive support and assistance to the American School of Doha Athletics and Activities Program for all school divisions.
Shop Online by clicking on the link below; pick up your purchased items at school! The orders will be delivered on a weekly basis to each student and ASD staff.
Please fill out THIS form to purchase your items after you have explored the Catalog below!
Click HERE for the Booster Club catalog.
AMA welcomes back the ASD community and wishes you all a wonderful year ahead.
Please visit our page to see all the activities AMA is involved in.
If you would like to be added to the AMA registry to find out more about what we do, please join here
If you would like to contact us, have ideas to share or would like to volunteer on the committee please email ama@asd.edu.qa