Year 5 – Year 8 Trip to Massachusetts Institute of Technology ( MIT )
Collaboration with MIT will enhance our Science , Technology , Engineering , Arts and Math ( STEAM ) curriculum and will include a series of in-school challenges for all students
We are delighted to announce that DCIS has been selected to begin a partnership with Massachusetts Institute of Technology ( MIT ). To launch the collaboration for the 2017-2018 academic year , four of our students from Year 5 to Year 8 will have the opportunity to visit MIT in the United States from the 30th April 2017 to 6th May 2017 .
The focus of the trip is STEAM subjects , ( Science , Technology , Engineering , Arts and Mathematics ). While in Boston , students will take part in a synthetic Biology lab , workshops in real-world gaming , nautical engineering , programming and music production . There will also be tours of both MIT and Harvard University .
The trip will be a great opportunity to meet students from other schools , as approximately 104 students will be attending from 25 other Nord Anglia schools .
For more information , click to read the full letter and flyer or contact Ms Mahoney , Head of Science on Jennifer . Mahoney @ dovercourt . edu . sg .
Yoga and Learning
Highlighting the benefits of yoga for overall wellness and concentration , to improve performance in the workplace or classroom
A wealth of research has recently highlighted the benefits of yoga for overall wellness and concentration – time on the mat can improve performance in the workplace or classroom . In November , Nord Anglia Education published an article online highlighting how yoga can unite the mind , body and spirit to improve strength , flexibility and co-ordination .
At Dover Court International School , yoga is a valuable tool we use to promote focus , strength and mindfulness for all . Children access yoga through their PE sessions and in the classroom during relaxation activities . In addition , we run three different yoga ECAs each week with a focus on primary , secondary and DSE yoga ( which is tailored for children with additional learning needs ).
Alongside our qualified PE teachers , we are pleased to congratulate Miss Sarah Alison who recently qualified as a SEN yoga instructor . Miss Alison will be leading the DSE Yoga ECA each week and designing specific yoga programs targeting individual needs delivered in an assessable and engaging way . More information can be found in the most recent ECA booklet online .
But yoga is not just to enhance teaching and learning ! Our dedicated staff take part in a weekly afterschool yoga session led by Miss Alison and Mrs Fernandez to help us relax , de-stress and prepare for the week ahead . For you busy parents out there , yoga is a great way to tune-in to yourself and gain valuable ‘ me time ’. So go ahead , try it !
DCTV News
DCTV have launched their new YouTube channel with a brief documentary on the GC Expedition to Tanzania . Check out the video here . 6