by Oscar DASS | May 18, 2023 | Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 11 & 12 (DP), Grade 7, Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Grade 8, Grade 9, Secondary Maths, Secondary Science
There are still 5 weeks to go! And many students already think the year has ended. Some work that is being done now is just as important and necessary as all the work during the year. So don’t slack off or you will come short next year. Work done now is relevant...
by Oscar DASS | May 18, 2023 | Grade 7, Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Grade 8, Grade 9, Secondary Maths, The Grades
At this time we are 5 weeks away from the summer holidays. BUT in the next 4 weeks there are all the final summatives to be done. This for example, in Grade 8 consists of at least 9 summative tasks (at this time!). That is some serious pressure. If students have not...
by Oscar DASS | May 18, 2023 | Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 11 & 12 (DP), Grade 7, Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Grade 8, Grade 9, Secondary Maths, Secondary Science
Many students tend to think that the year is over and focus in class drops dramtaically. Or they know that the next few weeks work may not be formally assessed and stop making an effort. This is a short-sighted and dangerous approach. The is still work planned for...
by Oscar DASS | May 4, 2023 | Grade 7, Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Grade 8, Grade 9, Secondary Maths
Welcome back to the last term! Hopefully the unexpected weeks’ break was well used and you are ready to put in the final effort. This is a packed term – no different to the past, so please continue to stay focused on learning. Work will continue probably...
by Oscar DASS | Apr 19, 2023 | Grade 11, Grade 11 & 12 (DP), Grade 12, Grade 7, Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Grade 8, Grade 9, Secondary Maths
Ramadan Kareem and a happy Eid Mubarak in the coming days! The last few weeks have been intense and new units of study have mostly come to an end. This is a time to unwind, and enjoy the bonus break. For those who are so inclined, it would be wise to reflect on what...
by Oscar DASS | Apr 13, 2023 | Grade 11 & 12 (DP), Grade 7, Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Grade 8, Grade 9, Secondary Maths
I had an interesting experience with grade 7 this week. I had given them a test in which many performed poorly. I then gave them a repeat test (same structure, same questions, slightly altered numbers) and many still did poorly. When I asked for feedback, many said...
