American International School Jeddah
PO Box 127328
Jeddah
KSA 21352
Sunday, 07 October 2018
Dear Mr. Hallberg,
Subject: Collective Parental Complaint
As the school Superintendent, we realize you have a tough and demanding job. We know that you are passionate about helping the students succeed at the American International School Jeddah (AISJ). However, as a group of responsible parents it is important that you are made aware of some serious issues that we are concerned about, and would like to have resolved.
As you know, recess is a time for students to enjoy themselves, expend energy, build friendships and take a break from classroom work. However, during recess there is no playground, no benches or any other activities. There is no suitable area for the children to sit comfortably as the ground is hot and rough. Therefore the children are bored and frustrated. Are there any solutions being looked at to improve this situation? For example, bring back some of the playground equipment? Or purchase low cost sports equipment like skipping ropes, bouncing balls, etc.
The transition from the safety and security of the Early Years playground to the ‘big’ playground is always stressful but even more so this year due to the lack of equipment or designated safe area for the younger children. This oversight in our opinion contradicts all the school’s core values and vision.
Our children are avid readers and they are all terribly disappointed due to the unavailability of the school library and access to books, a fundamental pillar of education. I am certain you would understand what an important role, books play in a child’s overall development, keeping a child mentally alert and active whilst enriching one’s vocabulary. Is it possible to arrange alternate activities like a book exchange program? Or classroom book clubs?
Whilst we appreciate the school has faced unforeseen scheduling issues with the planned relocation, the parents are still paying full tuition fees, higher than any of the other private schools in Jeddah. The students are getting a substandard environment without any compensation in the semester charges. When can we expect an update about an adjustment in this semesters payment amount?
In today’s global economy, our students simply cannot afford to lose precious schooling time. It would have been expected that given all the delays to the start of the school year that all the issues would have been resolved prior to allowing children to return to school. If required, we can meet you collectively at your convenience to discuss these points in person to ensure the happiness, welfare and education of our children.
Awaiting a positive response at the earliest
Updates
October 8, 2018
The momentum behind this petition highlights how many of us share the same concerns regarding our children's experience at school. It is clear that the lack of adequate facilities on the playground is a priority that requires immediate attention from the leadership team.
Reached 100 supporters
October 8, 2018
22 Comments
For all PK classes : There is No PE class There is No Computer ( IT ) class There is No Arabic class There is No Art class There is No Music Class Pk playground with no swing or slides or only 2 Tricycle !!!!! In General : There is no library no books, no music instruments, empty play ground even there is No grass To sit on !!! Empty gym , no activities even basketball, football , handball etc. during PE classes. Kids sit on dirty dusty floor inside the main Gym. Many more ... STILL PAYING MORE THAN WHAT WE SHOULD GET AT LEAST COMPARING TO LAST YEAR IF NOT TO OTHER INTL SCHOOLS IN Jeddah.
Above mentioned points are all valid, but we cant forgot the core of this which is their education and curriculum implementation, where mostly is not being applied. Classrooms are barely prepared for students, specials are not given, and kids are demotivated to attend school. We look forward for a solution asap.
The heat is unbearable and the elementary area is not shaded and the children have not place to play.
• elementary bathrooms •elementary & middle school playground and break time •first grade E /teacher Ms.Dima Majzoub
Students should be the first priority and yes AISJ is now the most expensive school in Jeddah!
I agree
The current situation of school left me in dispair. The scenary of the naked fields is so unpleasant!
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American International School Jeddah
PO Box 127328
Jeddah
KSA 21352
Sunday, 07 October 2018
Dear Mr. Hallberg,
Subject: Collective Parental Complaint
As the school Superintendent, we realize you have a tough and demanding job. We know that you are passionate about helping the students succeed at the American International School Jeddah (AISJ). However, as a group of responsible parents it is important that you are made aware of some serious issues that we are concerned about, and would like to have resolved.
As you know, recess is a time for students to enjoy themselves, expend energy, build friendships and take a break from classroom work. However, during recess there is no playground, no benches or any other activities. There is no suitable area for the children to sit comfortably as the ground is hot and rough. Therefore the children are bored and frustrated. Are there any solutions being looked at to improve this situation? For example, bring back some of the playground equipment? Or purchase low cost sports equipment like skipping ropes, bouncing balls, etc.
The transition from the safety and security of the Early Years playground to the ‘big’ playground is always stressful but even more so this year due to the lack of equipment or designated safe area for the younger children. This oversight in our opinion contradicts all the school’s core values and vision.
Our children are avid readers and they are all terribly disappointed due to the unavailability of the school library and access to books, a fundamental pillar of education. I am certain you would understand what an important role, books play in a child’s overall development, keeping a child mentally alert and active whilst enriching one’s vocabulary. Is it possible to arrange alternate activities like a book exchange program? Or classroom book clubs?
Whilst we appreciate the school has faced unforeseen scheduling issues with the planned relocation, the parents are still paying full tuition fees, higher than any of the other private schools in Jeddah. The students are getting a substandard environment without any compensation in the semester charges. When can we expect an update about an adjustment in this semesters payment amount?
In today’s global economy, our students simply cannot afford to lose precious schooling time. It would have been expected that given all the delays to the start of the school year that all the issues would have been resolved prior to allowing children to return to school. If required, we can meet you collectively at your convenience to discuss these points in person to ensure the happiness, welfare and education of our children.
Awaiting a positive response at the earliest
Updates
October 8, 2018
The momentum behind this petition highlights how many of us share the same concerns regarding our children's experience at school. It is clear that the lack of adequate facilities on the playground is a priority that requires immediate attention from the leadership team.
Reached 100 supporters
October 8, 2018
22 Comments
I agree with the comments. I believe that despite the management knew the school would not be ready by September or at least there is such a risk, they misled the parents for some reason. If they had shared the real picture and said the new campus would be ready by the end of the year, but not by the first semester, and kept the current building as it was, people wouldn’t be frustrated this much.
For all PK classes : There is No PE class There is No Computer ( IT ) class There is No Arabic class There is No Art class There is No Music Class Pk playground with no swing or slides or only 2 Tricycle !!!!! In General : There is no library no books, no music instruments, empty play ground even there is No grass To sit on !!! Empty gym , no activities even basketball, football , handball etc. during PE classes. Kids sit on dirty dusty floor inside the main Gym. Many more ... STILL PAYING MORE THAN WHAT WE SHOULD GET AT LEAST COMPARING TO LAST YEAR IF NOT TO OTHER INTL SCHOOLS IN Jeddah.
Above mentioned points are all valid, but we cant forgot the core of this which is their education and curriculum implementation, where mostly is not being applied. Classrooms are barely prepared for students, specials are not given, and kids are demotivated to attend school. We look forward for a solution asap.
The heat is unbearable and the elementary area is not shaded and the children have not place to play.
• elementary bathrooms •elementary & middle school playground and break time •first grade E /teacher Ms.Dima Majzoub
Students should be the first priority and yes AISJ is now the most expensive school in Jeddah!
I agree
The current situation of school left me in dispair. The scenary of the naked fields is so unpleasant!
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I agree with the comments. I believe that despite the management knew the school would not be ready by September or at least there is such a risk, they misled the parents for some reason. If they had shared the real picture and said the new campus would be ready by the end of the year, but not by the first semester, and kept the current building as it was, people wouldn’t be frustrated this much.