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Grade 1 

Grade 1 Health and Well-being Fair: Making a Lasting Impact

The Grade 1 Health and Well-being Fair was not just an event; it was a remarkable demonstration of the impact our young learners can have. Our Grade 1 students took the lead in planning and organizing this fair, with a mission to spread awareness about the crucial relationship between our choices and our health and well-being.

The fair was a resounding success, with a series of interactive engagements that left a lasting impact on all who attended. From nutrition trivia and wellness board games to recipe demonstrations, physical exercises, and mindfulness practices, the fairgoers were not only educated but also inspired to make healthier choices in their lives. The event showcased the initiative, creativity, and leadership of our Grade 1 students, leaving an indelible mark on the school community. Their efforts demonstrated the importance of early education on well-being and will undoubtedly have a lasting influence on the choices our students make regarding their health in the future.

In conclusion, the Grade 1 Health and Well-being Fair was a shining example of the power of student-led initiatives and the impact they can have on the entire school community. It reminded us all that learning about health and well-being can be fun, engaging, and, most importantly, empowering. Our Grade 1 students have set the bar high, and we eagerly anticipate more such initiatives from them in the future.

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Grade 2 

“Every problem has a solution; it may sometimes just need another perspective”- Katherine Russell 

In our unit on conflict and resolution, students inquired into how different perspectives and communicating the same can help us live together better. Students made connections to their real-life situations and reflected on the different states of mind that they exhibited and how it led to conflicts. 

They started using unit-related vocabulary at home and school and started resolving conflicts using different strategies. Through this unit, we were able to incorporate the guiding statements as they were global advocates by advocating for themselves and standing up for what is right. 

They came up with their strategies and ways to be ‘Happy Humans’. Our innovative thinkers made their tool kit to resolve conflict situations.

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Grade 3 

Young innovators expo!

Students of Grade 3 turned into global advocates as they came up with various innovations to solve different problems they saw around them. It all started with learning under the central idea: Inventions of a few affect the lives of many. 

As a part of the unit, they explored the timelines of important inventions and innovations of famous people from history. They also explored how these created a large impact on the world many of which are still relevant today. 

Later, students looked at modern-day young innovators who are creating a positive change in the world to solve problems like pollution, poverty, and animal rights and also how artificial intelligence is making life easy for us. This instilled a seed in their young minds for them to start looking at problems around them and try to find creative solutions which eventually led to our unit culminating activity called ‘I am an /innovator’. 

These projects not only foster their creativity but also provide valuable hands-on learning experiences. These projects demonstrate the multifaceted learning opportunities provided to the students to enhance their self-management, problem-solving and thinking skills while addressing real-world challenges. Such initiatives empower students to become the innovators of the future, equipped with the skills and knowledge to tackle complex issues and shape a better world.

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Grade 4 

“Well done is better than well said.” -Benjamin Franklin

Through the unit, students of Grade 4 navigated through the relevance of ‘Being Organized’ at varied levels through the three lines of inquiry. As part of their inquiry, students, through different engagements, understood the purpose of organizations and most importantly responsibility of individual members and groups as a whole towards society. 

To further reinforce the central idea: ‘People create organizations to solve problems and support human endeavour’, the Grade 4 students have been working tirelessly to put up a Fiesta on 30th October 2023. Students have taken up the role of social entrepreneurs by creating their mini-organizations; each handling the production, marketing and selling of items and services for the students of PYP. 

Through the Fiesta, we aim to inculcate skills of collaboration, communication and integrity. Students will get hands-on experience by being active members and contributors to an organization. Through the Fiesta, students will be equipped with the life skill of being ‘self-organized.’ They are being encouraged to demonstrate fairness and equality in all of their interactions and transactions. 

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Grade 5

When beliefs and values guide you in life, you can either inspire others or get inspired.

In the vibrant world of fifth-grade students, a powerful wave of change was set in motion when inquiring about the unit of Who We Are. These young minds were not merely passive recipients of knowledge; they were actively taking action to advocate for their core values and recognizing the importance of values in others. This initiative was more than just talk; it was about translating beliefs into action.

Motivated by the desire to bring about change within and around them, these students embarked on the journey of creating their codes of conduct. These codes were more than just written words; they were practical guidelines designed to reflect their deeply held values. By living these codes, they aimed to be the embodiment of role models, inspirations, and heroes within their school community.

Speaking with unshakable confidence about these values, they ignited a transformative process, not only within themselves but in their interactions with others. These conversations sparked a ripple effect of change, fostering a culture of understanding, kindness, and empathy, both within their immediate surroundings and beyond.

These young advocates demonstrated that action, backed by unwavering conviction, had the power to create profound change, not only within their own lives but also in the broader world they inhabited. Their journey showed that the path to being advocates of personal and shared values was not just about words, but about meaningful actions that had the potential to make a significant impact.