EAGLE TRACT

We warmly welcome you to the month of October. I invite you to reflect on the importance of fostering a supportive environment within our school community as we begin a new month. Positive behavior is the foundation upon which our students' academic and personal growth is built. As a community, we must embrace the International Baccalaureate (IB) learner profile attributes as a means to a safe and happy school space. Students who embody the attributes inspire their peers and contribute to a culture of kindness and respect. Below are few tips for key members of the school community;

Role of Parents

Parents play a vital role in reinforcing our school values and expectations.

We encourage you to engage with your child about the student code of conduct, fostering open dialogue about behavior, respect, and responsibility.

School Support

Our school offers various programs and resources to support students' social and emotional growth. However, the effectiveness of these initiatives relies on collaborative efforts between home and school.

Understanding the Student Code of Conduct

The student code of conduct is a guiding framework that shapes our behavior and interactions in school and at school events. Familiarize yourself and your child with this document to ensure a shared understanding of its significance.

We will empower our students to become compassionate, responsible, and well-rounded individuals if we consistently reinforce positive values and behavior.

Let us work together to create a school culture where kindness, respect, and excellence flourish.

May we have an amazing month ahead.

Thank you for your support.

Sincerely,

William Gyamfi

To nurture young learners into global thinkers and future leaders, we embarked on an investiture process to elect leaders for the student body. The process started on August 12th with nominations and a thorough vetting process by a committee of facilitators, alongside members of the school’s management team. After voting, the newly elected leaders were officially inducted into office on September 4.

The MYP Investiture Ceremony was successfully held, marking a significant moment of leadership transition within the school. Newly elected student leaders were officially sworn into their roles, taking on responsibilities to serve and represent the School. The event fostered a spirit of commitment, teamwork, and service among students, encouraging them to lead with integrity and dedication throughout the academic year.

We extended our student agency journey to parents through an engaging PYP sharing session! The goal was to empower parents with knowledge on fostering ownership, autonomy, and self-directed learning in their children. Parents gained insights into how student agency enhances critical thinking, collaboration, and communication skills. Through interactive discussions and activities, parents discovered practical strategies to support their children’s agency at home. Together, we are cultivating a community that values student-led learning!

On September 28th, the MYP Sharing Session took place at the Masua Campus. The focus of the event was Assessments in the MYP program.

The Academic Director and Coordinators led an interactive discussion, inviting parents to share their perspectives on assessments. Additionally, parents had the chance to meet with subject teachers to gain insight into assessment methods and student achievement levels.

Our International Literacy Day celebration was a vibrant success, showcasing the incredible talents of our students. The day featured captivating poetry recitals, a thought-provoking panel discussion, and engaging enactments of scenes from their favorite literary books. It was a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the power of words and inspire a deeper love for reading and storytelling within our school community.

On September 20, 2024, we celebrated Dr. Kwame Nkrumah’s life and contributions with activities that inspired students to reflect on his legacy. Through engaging activities like the “Quote Tour” and fact-based activities, students were reminded of Nkrumah’s courage, leadership, and enduring impact on Africa’s future.

The Dr. Kwame Nkrumah Commemoration Assembly was a memorable event, honoring the legacy of Ghana's first president and champion of African independence. Students participated in insightful presentations, speeches, and reflections on Nkrumah's vision for unity, education, and progress. The assembly served as an inspiring reminder of his enduring impact on Ghana and the African continent, encouraging students to embody the values of leadership, resilience, and service to their communities.

This journey has been full of excitement and emotions. We are proud of every student who gave their best in this competition. Your hard work and determination has truly shined.

Congratulations to all spellers who made it to the finals, you have worked so hard to get here. To all our participants, we wish you nothing but success as you continue. Shine with words, spell your way to new heights!

In our current unit, "Senses," we are delving into the fascinating realm of sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell. Through hands-on activities, and engaging experiments, we are learning how our senses help us understand the world around us. Here are some fun facts and trivia we came across in the unit;

1. Did you know that the human nose can detect over 1 trillion different scents?

2. The human eye can process 36,000 bits of information every hour!

Our kindergarteners are spreading kindness and good manners throughout our school community! Join us in using please, thank you, and excuse me to create a positive impact!

As part of our first unit on Healthy Lifestyle, we had a series of fun and educational activities aimed at promoting health and wellness. The highlight was the Healthy Picnic, where we learned about nutritious eating while enjoying healthy snacks.

To better understand nutrition, we participated in an exciting activity where we drew and filled the Food Pyramid with examples of foods from the five food groups.

In our unit on ecosystems, we learned how plants and animals interact with their environment. We explored different habitats like forests and oceans. We discovered how animals find food and shelter and the role of plants in providing oxygen.

The second unit in Grade 2 kicked off with an exciting unit exploration. Raw materials were displayed ranging from grains, to semi-finished products, such as flour, and finally finished products, like bread. As students walked by the table, their curiosity was sparked, leading them to the See, Think, Wonder Wall where they reflected on the journey of food from farms to their tables.

These reflections set the stage for thought-provoking games that helped reveal the Central idea of the unit: Different things we consume go through many processes.

Our students explored body systems, learning about their interconnectedness and importance of healthy habits. They discovered how daily choices impact overall health through interactive activities and lessons.

The unit culminated in "Body Blast Off!", an energetic aerobic session promoting physical fitness and teamwork.

Students took away essential lessons on healthy habits, physical activity, and well-being.

In our first unit, 4th-grade students explored beliefs and values, learning about various religions, practices, and games from different cultures, further deepening their understanding through creative poster projects.

In our first unit, fifth graders explored puberty and the various changes their bodies experience during this time. They learned important hygiene tips and had a discussion with the counselor about how the mind changes during puberty. To demonstrate their understanding, they participated in a unit celebration.