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Anasazi Elementary School, which is of course home to Scottsdale Unified School District’s International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme, is participating in Arizona’s fourth annual IB Day of Service on Friday, Nov. 15.
IB schools throughout Arizona participate in service projects that reflect IB’s core principle, Service in Action. Anasazi students will contribute by writing letters to members of the U.S. armed services through the national Operation Gratitude program, a meaningful way to show appreciation and support for military and first responder personnel, SUSD officials tell the Digital Free Press.
Anasazi Elementary School is at 12121 N. 124th St. in Scottsdale.
An assembly honoring local veterans will begin at 9 a.m. followed by a student service activity, featuring representatives from IB, students, parents, and staff, including SUSD’s IB Teacher of the Year, Angie Griffith, who will be available to answer questions about the IB program.
“Service is at the heart of our IB program, and the Day of Service is a special opportunity to bring our school community together for a greater purpose,” said Principal Jennifer Waldron, in a prepared statement. “Our students are excited to express their gratitude to veterans and learn the importance of giving back, reflecting the principles of the IB framework in a tangible way.”
Iris Lazarus, Senior IB World Schools Manager for the Americas, oversees IB schools in Arizona and nine other states across the nation.
“Anasazi is at the beginning of its journey as an IB World School, yet it stands out as a powerful example of commitment to IB’s values,” Ms. Lazarus said. “The school’s community is deeply dedicated to fostering a culture of service and social responsibility, enriching students’ perspectives and engagement. Anasazi’s dedication to meaningful learning and community involvement is truly inspiring.”
Anasazi’s IB curriculum aligns seamlessly with offerings at nearby Mountainside Middle School and Desert Mountain High School, which host the Middle Years and Diploma programmes, respectively.
