ICS PTSA NEWSLETTER

March 31, 2024

See the ICS Calendar for more upcoming event dates.

HELP OUR ZEN DEN!



Zen Den is creating a safe and cozy space for students to chill out. Working with our counseling team, the students request these 3 items to make the room a perfect place for when they need a mental health break.

1. Bookshelf (2.5''X1'', wood finish preferred)

2. Floor lamp (small footprint, warm light)

3. Storage basket for blankets (medium sized, big enough for 1 regular blanket +2 weighted blankets)

If you happen to have an item like those that you could donate, it would be much appreciated. Please respond to president@icsptsa.org with a photo of the item!

SENIOR SCHOLARSHIPS



The International Community School PTSA is now accepting scholarship applications. The deadline to apply for a scholarship is April 26th Friday end of day, please check the below URL link or the attached QR code to access the online scholarship application form, which lists all the requirements for qualification and the details of application process.

These scholarships are granted to award achievement and help further the education of the chosen International Community School Senior recipients. The Scholarship Committee recognizes that achievement is demonstrated in many ways; it is not limited to grades and test scores but, just as importantly, through community work, volunteer efforts, extracurricular activities, and a determination for continued improvement.

The ICS PTSA will award up to a total of 6 scholarships of $1,000 each.

IMPORTANT DATES:

March 24th, 2024: ICS PTSA Starts accepting Scholarship Applications.

April 26th, 2024: Last day to apply.

No late or incomplete applications will be considered. All applications must be submitted electronically through the Online Application Form.

June 7th, 2024: Applicants will be notified.

The recipients will be announced in the PTSA newsletter on/before this date.

December 31st, 2024: Last date to use Scholarship amount.

In the event the recipient has not used the scholarship at a college, university, or vocational school of his/her choice by December 31st, 2024, the PTSA scholarship will remain in the ICS PTSA Scholarship fund.

ELIGIBILITY:

The applicant must be a graduating ICS senior and plan on continuing their education at an institution of higher learning (4-year College or University, Community College, or Vocational Technical Institute) in Fall 2024.

ALLOWED EXPENSES:

Scholarship funds may only be used to pay for tuition, required textbooks, or room and board for on-campus housing.

JUDGING:

A panel of 3 external judges (without direct connections to ICS) will score the applicants.

Every effort is made to keep the information in these applications confidential. Copies of the applications with names redacted will be electronically distributed to judges.

Senior Scholarship Application: https://forms.office.com/r/jWrxuJKRN2

ICS CHESS CLUB



We are very happy to announce the ICS Chess Club is open to all skill levels.

Students will get the chance to play with other students to practice their strategies

Here is the interest form for the chess club - https://forms.office.com/r/cKuRQuGaxU 

THE NOMINATIONS COMMITTEE SEEKS NEW BOARD MEMBERS

The ICS PTSA has many open roles, and we need your support!!

The Nominations Committee has begun the process of finding new ICS PTSA Board members to replace those who are leaving their positions at the end of this school year.

For the 2024-2025 school year, the following positions are open and need to be filled by May 2024:

• Co-President – 2

• Co-Treasurer -1

• Co-Secretary -1

• VP Community and Facilities Support

• VP Information Support

All ICS PTSA members who would like to take a more active role in supporting our school and students are welcome to apply. Serving on the ICS PTSA Board is a great opportunity to be more engaged in school life and to quickly earn volunteer hours.

To nominate yourself or another parent, send an email to nominations@icsptsa.org with the following information:

• First and Last Name

• Mobile Phone Number

• Email Address

• Board Position of Interest

More information about the roles and key responsibilities can be found on the ICS PTSA web page. Board positions require a 2-year commitment and participation at all PTSA Board and parent meetings.

All nominations should be sent to the Nominations Committee by Sunday, March 31st. The Committee will then interview all nominated candidates.

If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us (Shashi Vijay, Amany Hasan and Wing Xu) at nominations@icsptsa.org.

INTERNATIONAL FOOD NIGHT

We are honored and excited to announce that we will be hosting an International Food Night (again!) in the ICS Lyceum on Friday, April 19, 2024, at 6:30 PM. Everyone is invited to participate and share food representing their cultures and heritage. Questions, please contact Tarek Azoz at tazoz@icsptsa.org.

VOLUNTEERING

ICS-COMMUNITY SPRING FLIGHT - GROUNDS MAINTENANCE



Need help to beautify our grounds in time for Earth Day.

On April 20, 2024 we need 20-24 helpers to mulch, prune and weed.

Sign up here by April 15. We meet in front of the ICS entrance. Please park in the ICS parking lot.

Earn 2 volunteer hours or actual hours spent, whichever is longer. Waivers are required to be completed for each person who attends. Please complete your waivers electronically using the link before you arrive.

STAFF APPRECIATION LUNCHEON 

We still need help filling out our staff appreciation luncheon Wednesday, April 17th.

Are you looking for a volunteer opportunity where you enjoy getting to know the teachers and staff? Please Sign up here for April Luncheon for Staff and Teachers.