Some of the best learning is experiential. A couple of years ago, two friends had an idea to create an online site for the KIS Phoenix Store. After several semesters of design and computer courses beginning in middle school, Justin and Platt, now seniors, were interested in how they might apply their knowledge. They started […]
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Is it possible to biodegrade plastic bottles directly from a trash can? Or are you looking for a way to soothe your arthritic knees? Two Keystone Academy student teams might have the answer. Their designs were among the winning entries in this year’s International Genetically Engineered Machine (iGEM) Competition. This is a worldwide contest that advances
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International School Bangkok (ISB)’s new Early Childhood playground is nearly complete. Construction began in September, and the activity space will be open to students after the winter break. The playground, located right near our Early Childhood Center, will be an extraordinary play and learning space that incorporates physical, social, cognitive, and creative elements. Set in
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The International School Awards celebrate learning, teaching, community, wellbeing, leadership and strategic initiatives at international schools. They provide the opportunity for international schools to share best practice, creative endeavours, community participation and innovation. The British International School Abu Dhabi is thrilled to announce their shortlisting for the Student Pathways Initiative Award at the International School Awards 2021.
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The way that education is provided has changed drastically in the face of COVID-19. While distance or online learning has been a part of many college and university programs, it has become a prevalent method of delivery in efforts to keep students of all ages safe and healthy. Montverde Academy shifted to offer both in-person
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Big schools get all the attention. With the potential for more facilities, it’s easy to flock to them as a choice for education. However, smaller schools tend to have fewer students — which means there are fewer students per grade, and the class sizes are smaller. It turns out that smaller class sizes have numerous
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Nothing is more beautiful than being part of a community where individuals think about each other, pay attention to others’ needs and reach out with kindness and compassion where necessary. That is the kind of community GESS is committed to being! A place where kindness guides our thoughts and actions. Thanks to our counsellors, teachers,
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On Tuesday, November 10, I was privileged to participate with others in a 90-minute Zoom conversation with Michael Sandel, the renowned Professor of Government at Harvard University. He is perhaps best known for his book Justice, published just over 10 years ago, and the very popular course at Harvard that he teaches on this subject. Sandel’s
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At EIM we take responsibility for the physical, mental and emotional wellbeing of our students, particularly during the current Covid-19 crisis. But more importantly, we teach our students so that they may take responsibility for their own physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. We call this the principle of « agency ». As educational leaders, we guide youngsters
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At Maple Leaf Kingsley International School, Palm Printing on the wall is a tradition for all our boarders at the Residential Hall. Our boarders leave their marks on the Residential Hall wall literally and metaphysically by leaving a personalised coloured palm print on the wall. The process begins with the boarders dipping their palms in