American School of Brasilia

Calendar

Sep

Athletic Practices (1st semester)

Category EAB Events Calendar

Dates & Times 09/18/2018
All Day

Location Gym, Field, Courts, Weight Room, Gymnastics Room, and others.

Summary Athletic Practices Times: 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm Description of the Event: Athletic Team Practices, Games & Activities

Sep

Drama Rehearsal - See attachment

Category EAB Events Calendar

Dates & Times 09/18/2018
2:15 pm -to- 3:30 pm

Location Silvia Cançado-1-Auditorium (250)

Sep

Athletic Practices (1st semester)

Category EAB Events Calendar

Dates & Times 09/19/2018
All Day

Location Gym, Field, Courts, Weight Room, Gymnastics Room, and others.

Summary Athletic Practices Times: 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm Description of the Event: Athletic Team Practices, Games & Activities

Sep

Writing Course - High School / Curso de Redação - High School

Category EAB Events Calendar

Dates & Times 09/19/2018
7:00 am -to- 7:50 am

Location room US 26

Summary DESCRIPTION: CURSO DE REDAÇÃO - Todas às quartas-feiras ,das 8h às 8:50h A EAB está oferecendo, gratuitamente, em caráter opcional, um CURSO DE PRODUÇÃO TEXTUAL/REDAÇÃO para os alunos do HS, visando auxiliá-los nos vestibulares e exames nacionais brasileiros, como: PAS e Enem. EAB is offering an optional, free WRITING COURSE to HS students. The purpose of this course is to better prepare our students for the writing needed during a college career. We would ask parents to encourage their children to attend the course during the following dates and times:

Sep

Late Start Wednesday

Category EAB Events Calendar

Dates & Times 09/19/2018
7:00 am -to- 8:00 am

Summary EAB faculty are involved in meetings to ensure continuous improvement of the curriculum, instruction and assessment at EAB. Classes begin at 9:00am for students.

Sep

IB Parent Meeting - Grade 10

Category EAB Events Calendar

Dates & Times 09/19/2018
11:50 am -to- 12:50 pm

Location HS-1-US iC Amphitheater (40)

Summary Description: Meeting with 10th grade parents about information about IB, the Brazilian Diploma and US Program.

Sep

Drama Rehearsal - See attachment

Category EAB Events Calendar

Dates & Times 09/19/2018
2:15 pm -to- 3:30 pm

Sep

Athletic Practices (1st semester)

Category EAB Events Calendar

Dates & Times 09/20/2018
All Day

Location Gym, Field, Courts, Weight Room, Gymnastics Room, and others.

Summary Athletic Practices Times: 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm Description of the Event: Athletic Team Practices, Games & Activities

Sep

Drama Rehearsal - See attachment

Category EAB Events Calendar

Dates & Times 09/20/2018
2:15 pm -to- 3:30 pm

Sep

Writing Course - MS / Curso de Redação - MS

Category EAB Events Calendar

Dates & Times 09/20/2018
2:20 pm -to- 3:10 pm

Location US 25

Summary DESCRIPTION: A EAB está oferecendo, gratuitamente, em caráter opcional, um CURSO DE PRODUÇÃO TEXTUAL/REDAÇÃO para os alunos do MS, visando auxiliá-los no processo de escrita e nos futuros exames nacionais brasileiros, como: PAS e Enem. EAB is offering an optional, free WRITING COURSE to MS students. The purpose of this course is to better prepare our students for the writing needed during their school and college career. We would ask parents to encourage their children to attend the course during the following dates and times: · Thursdays - 3:20 to 4:10 p.m. - room US 05

More News

News

FSP Updates and Events

September 13, 2018

FSP planning for the school year is well under way and we have lots of events this semester to look forward to. There are many ways that you can get involved and we hope that you will. Every week you can find updates on FSP events and programs here in this section of the Bulletin.

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Understanding Your Child's MAP Results

September 13, 2018

Here at EAB, we implement and make use of a set of standardized assessments called the Measures of Academic Progress (MAP). Three times a year each of our students from Kindergarten through to Grade 10 are assessed in Reading, Mathematics and Language Usage.

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FSP Updates and Events: Understanding the MAP Testing

September 6, 2018

On September 13, the FSP will host a Lower School Coffee with EAB Teaching and Learning director Lesley Tait to discuss MAP testing. This is an opportunity for parents to find out more about the MAP testing process and how the results play a crucial role in helping kids stay on track academically. MAP testing is administered to students in Kindergarten through Grade 10. Please join us! For more information, see our Upcoming Events below.

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The Moth is Coming...

September 6, 2018

The High School English Department is proud to present this year’s first-semester edition of THE MOTH. It is an initiative that celebrates the power of stories. As we prepare students to enter into an ever-changing world full of different stories from different places, EAB students have the opportunity to dive headlong into the storytelling experience.

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How We Teach Mathematics at EAB

September 6, 2018

EAB is invested in its math program, and is continuing its journey to enhance the education of its students. This year, the school will focus on how it assesses students, specifically on three key criteria: concepts and procedures, problem solving, and communication and reasoning.

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Welcome to EAB

Allan Bredy

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Welcome to the American School of Brasilia! Whether you are a prospective student or parent, a current community member, a possible employee, or an interested onlooker, it is my pleasure to welcome you to EAB. EAB has been serving the English speaking community in Brasilia for more than 55 years. As the school mission states, we are committed to the academic preparation of our students, the development of inquisitiveness, ethical behavior, and service, as well as to preparing them for the ongoing opportunities and challenges the future will hold.

EAB is accredited by AdvancEd, a US regional accrediting agency. This accreditation was renewed in 2016. The school uses American curriculum standards and benchmarks with an international perspective and a college preparatory level of rigor. The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program is offered in grades 11 and 12 in order to prepare our graduates for success in their continuing education. While academic excellence is our focus, the integration of the arts, humanities, language learning, service, and athletics are closely wound into the EAB experience.

The students and families of EAB come from more than 50 countries and bring a wonderful international experience and perspective to the school. EAB’s students have an established tradition of hard work, varied interests, and a passion for learning. The school is a member of the Association of American Schools in Brazil and our students participate in various competitions and activities with other member schools around the country.

Excellent teachers are at the heart of outstanding schools. The teachers at EAB come from a variety of North American public and private schools, comparable international schools from around the world as well as from Brazil. They are committed to fulfilling the school’s mission and are desirous of the success of their students. They are talented teachers, writers, scientists, mentors, artists, athletes, coaches, and friends.

It is my pleasure to work with you and your families and I welcome your contact or questions if I can be of service in any regard.EAB is a private, independent school governed by a Board of Directors that set the strategic direction of the school. Parents are also actively involved in the school as part of the Family School Partnership (FSP). The school was established in 1961 by American Embassy parents and has enjoyed a close relationship with the US Embassy and Government for over 50 years.

Sincerely,

Allan Bredy

Head of School