Oak Street Elementary Principal's Coffee - September 2025

Episode Description:Get to know the Oak Street Elementary leadership team and dive deep into what makes the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme unique at our school. In this first Principal's Coffee of the 2025-26 school year, Principal Karim Daugherty introduces her administrative team and explains how FCCPS delivers world-class IB education.Featured Speakers:Karim Daugherty, PrincipalCarrie Checca, Assistant PrincipalAbby Tolkan, Special Education AdministratorLauren Carpel, Primary Years Programme CoordinatorWhat You'll Hear:Personal introductions from each leadership team memberHow the IB Primary Years Programme framework shapes daily learningReal examples of inquiry-based learning happening in classrooms right nowThe IB Learner Profile and character development focusVoice, choice, and ownership in student learningAssessment approaches that go beyond traditional testingDigital portfolios and student reflection toolsWays families can support PYP learning at homeKey Takeaways:Lauren Carpel breaks down complex educational theory into practical examples, showing how 5th graders are currently exploring "How We Organize Ourselves" through science labs, data cycles, early American civilizations, and U.S. geography - all connected by the central idea that "identifiable features provide structure."Learn about Oak Street's new mission: "We each learn in our own way. We grow by trying new things, thinking big and working hard. We care for others, stay curious and get ready to help our world."Perfect for: Parents new to the IB programme, families considering FCCPS, and anyone curious about innovative elementary education approaches.Duration: Approximately 35 minutesFalls Church City Public Schools is one of only nine districts in the United States offering the complete IB continuum from Pre-K through 12th grade.Subscribe for more FCCPS content including Principal Coffees, School Board meeting highlights, and community updates.Tags: #FCCPS #InternationalBaccalaureate #PrimaryYearsProgramme #ElementaryEducation #FallsChurch #OakStreet #Education #PrincipalCoffee