1) The document discusses six proven ways to motivate students which include getting their attention through multisensory learning, unleashing their creativity, adding sunshine and fresh air through outdoor activities, empowering students to become leaders, using superpowers like faith to connect with students, and having students learn by teaching others.
2) It provides examples of how Milpitas Christian School incorporates these motivational techniques such as engaging students through visits from animals, giving students opportunities to explore and build with large materials, taking recess outside, challenging students to develop skills for the future, connecting faith and values to learning, and having older students teach younger students.
3) The school aims to equip students with a Christ-centered education and a
Milpitas Christian School (MCS) students are performing significantly above national norms in mathematics and math computation, according to the latest standardized tests.
The 10 best international schools in usaMerry D'souza
In this edition of The Knowledge Review, we bring you “The 10 Best International Schools in the USA” that welcome students without worrying about their nationality and strive to educate them and turn them into responsible citizens of the world.
Milpitas Christian School (MCS) students are performing significantly above national norms in mathematics and math computation, according to the latest standardized tests.
The 10 best international schools in usaMerry D'souza
In this edition of The Knowledge Review, we bring you “The 10 Best International Schools in the USA” that welcome students without worrying about their nationality and strive to educate them and turn them into responsible citizens of the world.
Dr. Jim Parsons, a professor at the University of Alberta and director of the Alberta Initiative for School Improvement (AISI), and Kelly Harding, associate director for AISI.
Best Online School with International Curriculum | Dreamtime Learning SchoolListingDL
Dreamtime Learning School is the best online school that offers pre-primary, primary and middle school education online. We are a registered online Cambridge International School.
Banbury Crossroads Independent School is a school based on the “Open Education” or “Integrated Day“ method, which originated in the Modern British Infant Schools. It began in 1979 and we are celebrating our 30th year.
Banbury Crossroads is located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada and we are online at www.banburycrossroads.com.
Lina Ashar is a visionary educator, dedicated to inspiring children and creating a world of abundance. Lina founded Billabong High and Kangaroo Kids with a learner-centric approach that combines a research-based curriculum with practical application
Greenfield Community School - Guiding Principlesfarrahesham
Greenfield Community School provides a high quality, creative and challenging international education, based on the International Baccalaureate Philosophy. We foster within each student, staff member and community member an enduring passion for learning and empowering each individual to become a caring global citizen.
In the News: 8th Grade Student from Milpitas Christian SchoolJim Hsia
Head of School Clark Gilbert credits Milpitas Christian’s emphasis on STEM curriculum science, technology, engineering and math for helping Terry develop his design. The curriculum “is shaping young minds to be creative and complex thinkers,” Gilbert said. “While our classrooms are closed during this public health crisis, students like Terry continue to learn remotely and
put their knowledge into practice. They are true community contributors who use their talents and abilities to benefit the communities they live in.”
Milpitas Christian School, an accredited member
of the Association of Christian Schools
International (ACSI), partners with local Christian
schools to showcase the skills of our students.
ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS
▪ Piano
▪ Spelling
▪ Creative Writing
▪ Art
▪ Math
▪ Speech
Dr. Jim Parsons, a professor at the University of Alberta and director of the Alberta Initiative for School Improvement (AISI), and Kelly Harding, associate director for AISI.
Best Online School with International Curriculum | Dreamtime Learning SchoolListingDL
Dreamtime Learning School is the best online school that offers pre-primary, primary and middle school education online. We are a registered online Cambridge International School.
Banbury Crossroads Independent School is a school based on the “Open Education” or “Integrated Day“ method, which originated in the Modern British Infant Schools. It began in 1979 and we are celebrating our 30th year.
Banbury Crossroads is located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada and we are online at www.banburycrossroads.com.
Lina Ashar is a visionary educator, dedicated to inspiring children and creating a world of abundance. Lina founded Billabong High and Kangaroo Kids with a learner-centric approach that combines a research-based curriculum with practical application
Greenfield Community School - Guiding Principlesfarrahesham
Greenfield Community School provides a high quality, creative and challenging international education, based on the International Baccalaureate Philosophy. We foster within each student, staff member and community member an enduring passion for learning and empowering each individual to become a caring global citizen.
In the News: 8th Grade Student from Milpitas Christian SchoolJim Hsia
Head of School Clark Gilbert credits Milpitas Christian’s emphasis on STEM curriculum science, technology, engineering and math for helping Terry develop his design. The curriculum “is shaping young minds to be creative and complex thinkers,” Gilbert said. “While our classrooms are closed during this public health crisis, students like Terry continue to learn remotely and
put their knowledge into practice. They are true community contributors who use their talents and abilities to benefit the communities they live in.”
Milpitas Christian School, an accredited member
of the Association of Christian Schools
International (ACSI), partners with local Christian
schools to showcase the skills of our students.
ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS
▪ Piano
▪ Spelling
▪ Creative Writing
▪ Art
▪ Math
▪ Speech
Science and Technology Success - Milpitas Christian SchoolJim Hsia
For 18 years, students from Milpitas Christian
School have successfully competed in Silicon
Valley’s premiere science fair competition.
The
Synopsys Championship showcases the
achievements of middle and high school students in
Santa Clara county. Students are challenged to do
independent project based research to address
questions in the fields of Computer Science,
Environmental Science, Medicine & Health, Chemistry,
Biology, and other categories. These students will
become future scientists, technology experts,
engineers, and mathematicians.
The Resource Center (formerly Learning Lab) at Milpitas Christian School is a place where students can come to get help with homework or to receive assistance with building skills needed to be successful in learning and in life.
Gifted and Special Services: IEP and 504 plans
Support parents to understand ADD/ADHD, dyslexia, self-regulation, autism, Asperger’s, and more.
Projecting the potential impacts of COVID-19 school closures on academic achi...Jim Hsia
In this study, we produce a series of projections of COVID-19-related learning loss and its potential effect on test scores in the 2020-21 school year based on (a) estimates from prior literature and (b) analyses of typical summer learning patterns of five million students. Under these projections, students are likely to return in fall 2020 with approximately 63-68% of the learning
gains in reading relative to a typical school year and with 37-50% of the learning gains in math.
However, we estimate that losing ground during the COVID-19 school closures would not be universal, with the top third of students potentially making gains in reading.
Kuhfeld, Megan, James Soland, Beth Tarasawa, Angela Johnson, Erik Ruzek, and Jing Liu.
(2020). Projecting the potential impacts of COVID-19 school closures on academic achievement.
(EdWorkingPaper: 20-226). Retrieved from Annenberg Institute at Brown University: https://doi.org/10.26300/cdrv-yw05
Press Release: Designing, Constructing and Packaging BAND-AID® ActivityJim Hsia
Students at Milpitas Christian School (MCS) used their science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) skills to understand the concepts for designing, constructing and packaging bandages. Volunteers from Johnson & Johnson Vision challenged the elementary school students to think critically and be creative problem solvers during their in-class exploratory sessions.
The annual Synopsys Championship showcases students in the Santa Clara County of California who will become our future scientists, technology experts, engineers, and mathematicians. This regional competition celebrates achievement by middle and high school students supported by their parents, teachers, and schools. MCS students competed against public and prestigious private middle schools from Cupertino, Santa Clara, San Jose, Campbell, and Milpitas.
White Paper: Academic Achievement at Milpitas Christian SchoolJim Hsia
In April of each year, students at Milpitas Christian School in grades 2 to 8 take a standardized achievement test (TerraNova 3 Complete Battery). This tool provides detailed diagnostic information, precise norm-referenced achievement scores, a full complement of criterion-referenced objective mastery scores, and performance-level information.
Are Preschoolers Ready for Remote Learning?Jim Hsia
When schools are closed, parents suddenly need to become the “preschool teachers” for their school-aged children. Elementary and middle school students seem comfortable with technology and remote learning, but what about preschool-aged children? Are 2-, 3- and 4-year old children ready for video-based lessons at home?
Developing the Whole Child - Milpitas Christian PreschoolJim Hsia
When learning is fun, children are more attentive and more motivated. Our interactive activities apply a variety of proven teaching methods to reach all learners—including those who may speak another language at home.
Play-based learning helps young children to build critical communication and collaboration skills without realizing that they are actively learning. Singing, drawing, and counting help kids build academic foundations. Sharing and cooperating with other children allow children to develop social and emotional skills.
www.MilpitasChristian.org
廿八種屬靈恩賜測驗題
Rev. Lawrence Fung is the main evening speaker at WCCCC 2018 at Mount Hermon.
Presented at West Coast Chinese Christian Conference, December 2018.
See related Scoring Sheet.
Spiritual gifts test scoring chart - ChineseJim Hsia
廿八種屬靈恩賜測驗計分表
Rev. Lawrence Fung is the main evening speaker at WCCCC 2018 at Mount Hermon.
Presented at West Coast Chinese Christian Conference, December 2018.
The Art Pastor's Guide to Sabbath | Steve ThomasonSteve Thomason
What is the purpose of the Sabbath Law in the Torah. It is interesting to compare how the context of the law shifts from Exodus to Deuteronomy. Who gets to rest, and why?
The Roman Empire A Historical Colossus.pdfkaushalkr1407
The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
Under Augustus, the empire experienced the Pax Romana, a 200-year period of relative peace and stability. Augustus reformed the military, established efficient administrative systems, and initiated grand construction projects. The empire's borders expanded, encompassing territories from Britain to Egypt and from Spain to the Euphrates. Roman legions, renowned for their discipline and engineering prowess, secured and maintained these vast territories, building roads, fortifications, and cities that facilitated control and integration.
The Roman Empire’s society was hierarchical, with a rigid class system. At the top were the patricians, wealthy elites who held significant political power. Below them were the plebeians, free citizens with limited political influence, and the vast numbers of slaves who formed the backbone of the economy. The family unit was central, governed by the paterfamilias, the male head who held absolute authority.
Culturally, the Romans were eclectic, absorbing and adapting elements from the civilizations they encountered, particularly the Greeks. Roman art, literature, and philosophy reflected this synthesis, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Latin, the Roman language, became the lingua franca of the Western world, influencing numerous modern languages.
Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
The French Revolution, which began in 1789, was a period of radical social and political upheaval in France. It marked the decline of absolute monarchies, the rise of secular and democratic republics, and the eventual rise of Napoleon Bonaparte. This revolutionary period is crucial in understanding the transition from feudalism to modernity in Europe.
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Read| The latest issue of The Challenger is here! We are thrilled to announce that our school paper has qualified for the NATIONAL SCHOOLS PRESS CONFERENCE (NSPC) 2024. Thank you for your unwavering support and trust. Dive into the stories that made us stand out!
Model Attribute Check Company Auto PropertyCeline George
In Odoo, the multi-company feature allows you to manage multiple companies within a single Odoo database instance. Each company can have its own configurations while still sharing common resources such as products, customers, and suppliers.
How to Create Map Views in the Odoo 17 ERPCeline George
The map views are useful for providing a geographical representation of data. They allow users to visualize and analyze the data in a more intuitive manner.
We all have good and bad thoughts from time to time and situation to situation. We are bombarded daily with spiraling thoughts(both negative and positive) creating all-consuming feel , making us difficult to manage with associated suffering. Good thoughts are like our Mob Signal (Positive thought) amidst noise(negative thought) in the atmosphere. Negative thoughts like noise outweigh positive thoughts. These thoughts often create unwanted confusion, trouble, stress and frustration in our mind as well as chaos in our physical world. Negative thoughts are also known as “distorted thinking”.
2024.06.01 Introducing a competency framework for languag learning materials ...Sandy Millin
http://sandymillin.wordpress.com/iateflwebinar2024
Published classroom materials form the basis of syllabuses, drive teacher professional development, and have a potentially huge influence on learners, teachers and education systems. All teachers also create their own materials, whether a few sentences on a blackboard, a highly-structured fully-realised online course, or anything in between. Despite this, the knowledge and skills needed to create effective language learning materials are rarely part of teacher training, and are mostly learnt by trial and error.
Knowledge and skills frameworks, generally called competency frameworks, for ELT teachers, trainers and managers have existed for a few years now. However, until I created one for my MA dissertation, there wasn’t one drawing together what we need to know and do to be able to effectively produce language learning materials.
This webinar will introduce you to my framework, highlighting the key competencies I identified from my research. It will also show how anybody involved in language teaching (any language, not just English!), teacher training, managing schools or developing language learning materials can benefit from using the framework.
2. Start by getting their attention
Unless you get their attention, children will never
have an opportunity to learn. Creative,
experienced teachers know how to engage
children through sight, hearing, movement, touch
and other senses.
Multisensory learning employs visual, auditory,
kinesthetic and tactile (VAKT). In some cases, the
senses of smell and taste may also be used.
Nine-tenths of education is encouragement.
Anatole France (1844-1924)
Animal ambassadors from Happy Hollow visit children at Milpitas Christian
Preschool.
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3. Unleash their creativity…and stand back!
Give children the opportunity to explore. Watch
them assemble objects inspired by their creative
minds.
Inquisitive minds experience STEM (science,
technology, engineering and math) concepts by
thinking and building in three dimensions. The
oversized components help students to play
collaboratively and even build things larger than
themselves!
“High academic standards; teach good learning attitudes.”
Parent (MCS 2018)
Kindergarten and Transitional Kindergarten students use wooden planks with
oversized nuts, bolts, gears, wheels, pulleys, and rope to engineer their
personal creations.
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4. Add sunshine and fresh air
Sunshine is the best source of natural vitamin D,
an essential nutrient that helps the body absorb
calcium and phosphorous. Vitamin D also supports
the health of our brain, nervous and immune
systems.
It’s not surprising to hear that recess and PE are
the favorite subjects for younger children. After
time outside, students are ready for their next
activity in the classroom.
For upper grades, Outdoor Education can integrate
academic learning with spiritual development and
community building.
Kindergarten students show off their wheels around the 10-acre Birchwood
campus.
ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/VitaminD-Consumer/
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5. Empower tomorrow’s leaders
Elementary students talk with professionals about future career interests in
science, health care, engineering, public service and much more.
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Set stretch targets that reach the sky—and
beyond.
Teachers know that today’s students will have the
opportunity to become the leaders of tomorrow.
By challenging kids to become fluent in data
analysis, collaborative problem solving and
complex decision making, they’re developing
critical skills that will help them adapt to the needs
of our fast-changing world.
“Opportunities to learn and lead…teachers seemed invested in the
students.”
Parent (MCS 2018)
6. When necessary, use superpowers
More than ever before, children need role models
that can connect with them. Milpitas Christian
School partners with parents to understand and
learn from the Word of God, the Bible.
Not all students who attend MCS have already
placed their faith in Christ. Those with open hearts
and spirits will find a safe environment to ask
questions and pursue their spiritual quest.
“Education without values, as useful as it is, seems rather to make
man a more clever devil.”
C.S. Lewis
Author and Lay Theologian
Middle schoolers learn about faith and values during weekly chapel time.
ideas.time.com/2011/11/30/the-protege-effect/
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7. Learn by teaching
Students teaching students is the pedagogy that
uses older children to tutor younger children.
Middle school students demonstrate their mastery
of their chosen subject so that they can share
what they’ve learned in age-appropriate ways. The
best protégés? Student teachers who find creative
and entertaining ways to connect with their
younger classmates.
“Everyone was like family: teachers, students, classmates. We had a
great time not just referring to each other as classmates or friends,
but brothers and sisters.”
Student (MCS 2018)
Middle school students share what they’ve learned during a school-wide
science event.
ideas.time.com/2011/11/30/the-protege-effect/
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8. Is Milpitas Christian School Right For You?
The goal of Milpitas Christian School is to equip
our students with a Christ-centered education
based on the Word of God. Although not all
students who attend have already placed their
faith in Christ, those with open hearts and spirits
will find a safe environment to ask tough
questions and pursue their spiritual quest.
“Bible classes taught me how to live my life (being kind, humble, and
how to deal with people who are rude).”
Student (MCS 2018)
9. Choosing Milpitas Christian School
Students who excel at Milpitas Christian School
(MCS) have a love for learning and the desire to
change the world. With the best teacher-student
ratio in the area, our students will have personal
attention from their academic teacher, athletic
coach, music instructor and specialists.
“I have studied at MCS from my preschool years to eighth grade and
have been impacted by their mission towards furthering my faith and
education…Ultimately, MCS has molded me into a better person in
Christ, and I’m so proud to be an alumni lion.”
Amy Junus (MCS 2011), UCLA
Clark Gilbert, Head of School/Principal with MCS Class of 2014: Jan Silva-University of Washington, Electrical Engineering; Cameron
Hane, DeAnza, Political Science; Ryan Nguyen-San Jose State University, Biomedical Engineering; Emerald Gilana-DeAnza, Industrial
Design; Sean Tran-Mission College, Computer Science; Allen Cheung-University of California at Santa Cruz, Computer Engineering;
Kelly Lue-University of California at Irvine, Electrical Engineering; Katherine Hubeny-University of California at Irvine, Computer
Science; and Kyle Wong-University of California at Santa Barbara, Computer Engineering.