Learn more about Graded's Third Culture Kids

Libby Stephens, Expert on Third Culture Kids Visits Graded (October 21 - 23)

Third Culture Kids

"A third culture kid is a person who has spent a significant part of his or her developmental years outside their parents’ culture. The TCK frequently builds relationships to all the cultures, while not having full ownership in any. Although elements from each culture may be assimilated into the TCK’s life experience, the sense of belonging is in relationship to others of similar background."

-Pollock & Van Reken

Libby Stephens will visit Graded on October 21 - 23 to work with parents, students, teachers and administrators. Ms. Stephens will meet with MS students during their Monday assembly and high school students on Tuesday. She'll also be meeting with individual classes throughout her three day visit. 

Faculty members will have the opportunity to meet with her after school on Monday after school. 

For parents, she will conduct two workshops on Monday morning and Tuesday evening. These meetings are for parents of students in all grade levels.

Monday, October 21 - 8:30 - 10:30 in the Black Box Theater

Tuesday, October 22 - 1930 - 2100 in the Auditorium.

We will be sharing more information prior to her visit but this short video will provide you with some basic information on Third Culture Kids.

Third Culture Kids - The Three Cultures from Libby Stephens on Vimeo.

Celebrating Brazilian Independence This Week

During the next 10 days there are three events planned for the high school where we will celebrate different aspects of Brazilian culture. Next week the focus will be on Bahian culture. We are certainly fortunate to have the support of so many talented and dedicated parents. This support makes the events even more special. 

Tuesday, September 3 @ the High School Assembly we have the pleasure of listening to Marina De La Riva perform the music of Bahia. (1:10 - 1:50 pm in the auditorium)


On Thursday, September 5 the PTA will present exhibits throughout the hallways. You can bet that we'll all be treated to the culinary treats of Bahia. (8:15 am - 3:10 pm)

From VisitBrazil.net

One Monday, September 9 Dr. Mailson da Nobrega will present to the High School student body on O Brasil deu certo. E agora? (Brazil has worked. And now?) (1:00 - 1:45 pm in the auditorium)