Sekolah Victory Plus Newsletter - March 2018 Edition

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VICTORY PLUS School Newsletter

MARCH 2018 Edition

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Aladdin the Musical: A Magical Night in SVP

FOREWORD Dear Victorians, In some ways I cannot believe it is already the end of Term 3. We literally have 10 weeks of school left in the Academic Year 2017-2018.

I know Term 4 will be busy, we have Run for Victory, 1,000 Guru's seminar, national exams, A level Cambridge exams, End of Year performances, Graduations, PYP Exhibition exhibition, 20th anniversary celebrations, PSG Donor darah among the 'normal' school life.

Earlier this week I was procrastinating because I had an assignment for my own studies due, and watching a TED talk video on, of all things, procrastination. (Google Tim Urban Ted Talk, if you are interested). Anyway, what struck me, was a graphic he displayed at the end. It was the average number of weeks in a person's life. Each small box represents one week, all of those boxes together equals one life. (assuming you live to old age.)

APRIL 2018 IMPORTANT DATES 2 Students ON 2-5 Grade 9 School Based Exam 6 Religious Activity 7 World Health Day 7 Run for Victory 9-12 Grade 12 Ujian Nasional (UN) 10 Primary School Morning Tea 10-12 Grade 10 Scout Camp 13 School OFF 14 Isra Miraj

19 Community Project Final Presentation 21 Kartini Day 21 Lokakarya 1000 Guru for SVP 20th Anniversary 23 Shakespeare’s Birthday 23-26 Grade 9 Ujian Nasional (UNBK) 28 ECE End of Year Performance 30 Last Day of Classes Grade 12 UN

It does not look that big, particularly when you consider how many weeks are already gone !

It's about 3,500 weeks. How are you using each week? Are you wasting them away or are you making the most of each week?

As I said at the start, we only have 10 more weeks of this school year, how will you be using each week of that ?

Liam Hammer Academic Advisor

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EY 2 LEARNING CELEBRATION In the unit, 'How We Express Ourselves', EY 2 students learnt to use different kinds of media to express their feelings and ideas. All the students were totally engaged in the learning experiences. We started with exploring different kinds of media to manipulate. Next, they learnt how to interpret their own artwork and those of others. As their summative assessment, they became event organizers whose duty was to organize a birthday party for their teacher. It was started with grouping and brainstorming of what a birthday party needs. They listed things they needed such as decorations, birthday hats, goodie bags, invitations and some performances. The students participated with great enthusiasm in the preparation process. The interdisciplinary learning also happened here. In Mathematics, the students learnt about 3-D shapes that they could use in making decorations and a birthday hat.

They also learnt to read a calendar which they could then apply in setting the date and

writing the invitation. In English, they learnt to use experience as stimulus when writing or drawing. They applied their skills in listing what they needed to prepare for the birthday party. In Music, they learnt to create Indonesian and English songs to entertain the guests and the birthday girl. In Physical Education, they learnt to create basic movements in dancing to entertain the guests. In Visual Art, they learnt scribble, doodle, line painting, 3D art, clay sculpting and collage techniques that could be used to create the decorations. In ICT, they learnt to create a photo slide show using iMovie to be played during eating time.

In the end, all the skills that they have learnt in various subjects can be used in a real life experience. It was so exciting to see both the students and the parents enjoyed the party that had been designed by the students.

prepared by Ibu Sheila Widya, EY2 Jupiter Homeroom Teacher

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Sharing the Planet is the current unit EY 2 is studying. The central idea is that plants sustain life on earth and play a role in our lives.

For tuning-in EY 2 students visited Citra Niaga Garden near the school to explore why plants are necessary for human. At the garden they felt experienced the different feelings when they were in places with trees and without trees. This is in line with our learning approach, which is Inquiry-based and problem-based learning, that we've been applying collaboratively with the students to be curious.

Then, they found out the problem and found the solution. They have suggested that we need to grow more trees, stop deforestation and conduct campaign about this matter in order to increase awareness. written by Ibu Fenty Julianti, EY2 Homeroom Teacher

Congratulations to one of Victorians from Primary School, Tristan, who received the 1st place for Olimpiade Sains Nasional - Math Category at Kota Bekasi.

We wish him all the best for competing other schools in West Java Region.

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EY2 STUDENTS MINI EXCURSION TO CITRA NIAGA GARDEN

Nursery Learning Celebration

In our third unit of inquiry ( H o w We O r g a n i z e Ourselves), Nurser y students learned how p e o p l e re s p o n d t o different situations and conditions of their surroundings. To improve their knowledge of this unit, they had fun and enjoyed the activities that we had, such as playing in t h e ra i n , p i c n i c k i n g , swimming, school tours and an evening class.

As a culmination of their learning journey, Nursery students had a Learning th Celebration on Friday, 16 March. They sang “Mr. Golden Sun” and

“Weather” songs for their opening performance.

After an explanation of the unit from their teacher, they had a fashion show.

They confidently showed off their outfits that represented the particular season they had chosen.

They walked like professional models on the catwalk. They were so awesome! Right after the fashion show, they went back to their parents and had a Gallery Walk. In this session, Parents asked some questions of the students, such as: what season they represented?

What can they see during

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a particular season, what does it feel like? And what do people usually wear and do during that season?

In the end, the parents were assigned to give feedback and reflections about the event. Parents a n d s t u d e n t s we re enthusiastic in the Lear ning Celebration.

Great job, students! written by Ibu Desimawati and Ibu Vienna,Nursery Homeroom Teachers)

A Learning Session with Bapak Rahmat Effendi, the Mayor of Bekasi City

written by Ibu Maria Bhekti Utari, ECE Principal

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ur school is a community of learners.

We always improve ourselves through any opportunity of learning. Currently, we are conducting a Professional Learning Community as one of our Professional Development strategies for all education team members in SVP P r i m a r y Ye a r s Programme (PYP).

The PYP leaders team in SVP consisting of the Principals, Vice

Pepen, as our resource. We are so thankful that Bpk. Pepen accepted our invitation to meet us at school.

Principals and C u r r i c u l u m Coordinators in Early Childhood Education and Primary School are exploring leadership as our PLC topic. One of our learning experiences is to invite experts and learn about the leadership from their perspectives.

He came to school on Tuesday, 13 March 2018 and and spent about one and a half hours to meet and talk with us. On that d a y, w e l e a r n e d another perspective of leadership from Bpk. Pepen's experience in leading Bekasi City with its challenges and opportunities. He

Then we proposed a plan to invite and interview the Mayor of Bekasi City, Bpk. Rahmat Effendi, s o m e t i m e s nicknamed Bpk.

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described his perspective of what leadership is and characters of a good l e a d e r. H e a l s o shared with us his strategies in building a good teamwork as well as in coping with the challenges in his leadership roles to achieve successful outcomes.

It was a great learning opportunity for us that really broaden our horizons of leadership.

Take the COURAGE to be CHAMPIONs written by Ibu Theofany Melyana, ECE Vice Principal Ibu Dewi Anggraeni, ECE Teacher

Courage plays an important aspect of each child's character development. Having courage helps children to persevere against challenges, and in the process it raises their self-esteem. When children feel good about themselves and see that they have the personal power to make courageous choices, they are more likely lead to successful lives.

Some of our young learners showed their courageous values by confidently taking part in rd some competitions held by other schools. On the 3 March 2018 Tiffany, Aline, Laura, Arzel and Derrick

Having an experience to join in competitions is a great opportunity to grow and sharpen good characters. Children learn to be courageous in trying new things, push themselves to show their best effort by trying their best, show positive attitude and be open minded in accepting any result given. Last but not least, of course, never give up!

Winning or losing is not always the main goal of joining competition. Above all, the learning journey that takes place is more than just a valuable

“All your dreams can come true if you have the courage to pursue them” - Walt Disney participated in a spelling bee competition. All of them gave their best effort and showed how resilient they were. Before the competition, they joined the daily practice for almost a month. It was a challenging and tiring process for them, but they were principled and could manage themselves to keep the spirit up. During the practice they shared their enthusiasm and laughter and gave their best.

Another risk taker is Glory Berlian from EY 2 Jupiter.

She was invited to join PORSENI PAUD (Pekan Olahraga dan Seni) on the 3rd of March 2018 in Revo Town Bekasi. Glory represented our school for a solo singing competition. Coached by Ibu Veny, Glory showed her commitment and persistence in practicing the song. The chosen song was “Berkibarlah Benderaku”. Even though it was not an easy song, Glory performed very well, enthusiastically and confidently.

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moment to have and to explore. We believe that the events gave them an opportunity to grow and sharpen their courage, self discipline, and the resilience that they need to pursue their dreams in the future. Good job, Kiddos! You are all CHAMPIONs.

written by Ibu Antonia Ignatia Yudhita, Grade 1 Fatmawati Homeroom Teacher

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On Tuesday, March 13 , 2018, Grade 1 students had an excursion to Museum Penerangan, Taman Mini Indonesia Indah, Jakarta. It supports the learning experiences of our ongoing Unit of Inquiry, “Ways and system in which we communicate have varying degrees of effectiveness.� Students had a fun, exciting and joyful day at Museum Penerangan.

The first activity was observing the museum. Students divided into 2 big groups to observe the museum with 2 tour guides for each group. On the first floor, students observed the different forms of communication used before the digital era such as film, radio, television, traditional media communication, newspapers and 17 statues of Indonesian pioneers of communication.

Each form of communication was explained in detail by our tour guides. Most of the students saw the different forms of communication, used in the 19thcentury, for the first time.

On the second floor, the students saw dioramas of people gathering information and communicate with each other. How people communicated in the past showed that there were effective ways to communicate by meeting the person and talk.

On the third floor, we visited a place where Boneka Si Unyil is displayed. There is a small stage and there are many puppets of Boneka Si Unyil characters. There is also a display and steps on how to create a puppet of Boneka Si Unyil.The last activity at the museum Penerangan was watching a movie in the mini theater about students who spend their holiday visiting Museum Penerangan.

Students were encouraged to visit the museum in Jakarta especially in TMII where they can study more about Indonesian history. After that we had lunch at Anjungan Jawa Tengah and then went back to school.

Overall, it was really an interesting activity for our first graders. Students showed enthusiasm and curiosity during the excursion and they learnt so much about different forms of communication, communication methods, and the change of communication system to suit present societies.

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Primary School Morning Tea:

PYP Exhibition The Roles of the Students are: • For students to engage in an in-depth, collaborative inquiry • To provide students with an opportunity to demonstrate independence and responsibility for their own learning • To provide students with an opportunity to explore multiple perspectives • For students to synthesize and apply their learning of previous years and to reflect upon their journey through the PYP • To provide an authentic process for assessing student understanding • To demonstrate how students can take action as a result of their learning • To unite the students, teachers, parents and other members of the school community in a collaborative experience that incorporates the essential elements of the PYP • To celebrate the transition of learners from primary to middle/secondary education

On Wednesday, 28 Feb 2018, Grade 6 parents were invited to attend PYP Exhibition session. The purposes of the session are to know what a PYP Exhibition is, what the students do and how they can support their children. The transdisciplinary theme this year is How We Organize Ourselves, in which students will be exploring different issues such as food, animal entertainment, space technology, environment, sport, etc. The students also learn how to create a business plan to promote or solve problems related to their issue.

The Key Purposes of the PYP Exhibition are: • For students to engage in an in-depth, collaborative inquiry • To provide students with an opportunity to demonstrate independence and responsibility for their own learning • To provide students with an opportunity to explore multiple perspectives • For students to synthesize and apply their learning of previous years and to reflect upon their journey through the PYP • To provide an authentic process for assessing student understanding • To demonstrate how students can take action as a result of their learning • To unite the students, teachers, parents and other members of the school community in a collaborative experience that incorporates the essential elements of the PYP • To celebrate the transition of learners from primary to middle/secondary education

Ways parents can support: · Become the expert · Show enthusiasm in your child's learning · Appreciate and celebrate your child's learning Please book your time for the PYP Exhibition Day on Saturday, 7 April 2018. prepared by Ibu Fifi Anggraeni & Ibu Early Hapsari PYP Coordinator

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Parent Information Session:

WORLD SCHOLARS CUP written by Ibu Fenty H. Gultom, Economics & Business Studies Teacher

The annual World Scholar's Cup has begun; it's another new year with the same or even more excitement especially with this year's theme 'An Untangled world'. This enthusiasm and excitement are also felt by the number of our parents coming to the parent information session on Thursday, 8 March 2018 in Sadewa room. The session went well, and we could see that our parents have positive feeling towards this club. An important highlight that was shared on that session was the date of the Global Round which is very close with the Idul Fitri day, nevertheless it didn't curb the enthusiasm and willingness of our parents to register their children for this competition. Thank you Parents and Sekolah Victory Plus for the endless support for our children.

Grade 4 Excursion to Museum Nasional and Museum Bahari prepared by Ibu Glory Sianipar, Grade 4 Celebes Homeroom Teacher

On March 7th 2018, Grade 4 students went on an excursion to the Museum Nasional and the Museum Bahari. The objective of the excursion was to find out the reasons for exploration as stated in the first line of inquiry of the second trans-theme for this second semester which is 'Sharing the Planet'. We decided on the Museums as our destination because we believed the students would gain a lot of information related to the central idea of this unit: Exploration leads to discovery and develops new understandings.

As we had expected, the students were very enthusiastic to learn about exploration in the two museums. They took pictures, recorded interviews and asked a lot of questions.

The weather was quite hot and humid and there was no air conditioner in Museum Bahari. But that did not stop the students from exploring the whole museum. They were amazed by the things that were on display and everything the guide told them.

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Grade9 fieldtrip to music therapy center and music conservatory uph lippo karawaci written by Bapak Adophus Chrys Ratot, Secondary School Music Teacher

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On February 9 , 2018 Secondary Students from Grade 9 have a great opportunity to visit the Music Therapy Centre in UPH Lippo Karawaci. Led by the founder herself, Ibu Monica Subiantoro, this fieldtrip completes our student's understanding about the emerging music therapy role in health and medication world around the globe. Music therapy actually has been actively contributing in less than 20 years, providing the most innovative solutions in assisting to deal with several diseases. Scientific research has been done occasionally in modern countries around the world for the past 30 years to investigate how music can assist recovery and improve effectivenes of treatment.

education in Indonesia, they offered many interesting subjects that could match any candidates who are passionate either in music p e d a g o g y a n d performance, music education, music management, or music entertainment industry. At the end our students have a touring guide in order to observe and learn how the Music Department run their fantastic learning environment.

UPH Music Department also took this chance to share and present their music conservatory programs and courses. As one of the most complete standard facility for music higher 11

Grade 10 Learning Celebration:

"Subculture Community Exhibition"

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hy do we learn culture? That was the first question that came up during the introduction of the Grade 10 unit for Individuals and Societies. Understanding c u l t u re e n abl e s u s t o explore people among their natural settings of everyday life, through participation in daily routines. Cultural observation builds intimacy, sympathy and bonds; to reveal hidden beliefs, to discover what matters most (and why) and to expose contradictions.

The students studied many factors linked to culture, were influencing changes in society, especially when

c o m p a re d t o t h e p a s t generations. They also studied about how s u b c u l t u re s d eve l o p e d around cultural traditions from the mother culture.

These cultural traditions included clothes, food, h o b b i e s, r e l i g i o n a n d language, but can be based on social class and age.

Subcultures can emerge as a result of the experiences of people in their society.

To d ev e l o p g re at e r understanding on how subcultures developed and enhanced our society, the students were challenged to create a new subculture, generated by their interests and hobbies. Their

written by Ibu Judith Helga, Secondary School Teacher

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s u b c u l t u re s we re a l s o aimed to show cultural diversity and respect manmade creations. Some were based on their interests on travelling, cycling, eating healthy foods, electronics and games. They exhibited their work at a Learning Celebration entitled "Subculture Community Exhibition" in the school foyer on Thursday, 15 March 2018. Many students and t e a ch e rs v i s i t e d t h e i r booths, and most of them gave positive feedback. Well done Grade 10 students, you have shown a great work and enthusiasm in this project!

INDIVIDUAL RESEARCH

EXHIBITION

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he Individual Research Project Exhibition was nd held on Friday, 2 March 2018. This annual event by the Grade 12 Students is the culmination of their indepth research on a particular subject and topic that they chose according to their interests and should be connected to the major that they are going to take at the university they choose.

Grade 12 Students are required to develop their critical thinking and communication skills in the IRP Exhibition. This event was also the closing moment for the Science Week, as by the end of the day, students from Grade 7 - 11 were able to have a look at the research projects that their seniors had completed. This will give students ideas on what they are going to do for their Personal Project (especially the current Grade 9 students) since they will enter MYP Final Year and Extended Essay (especially for Grade 10 students) as in the following year they will start with the IB Diploma Programme.

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Model United Nation (MUN) conference at Singapore Intercultural School, Pantai Indah Kapuk Ten (10) SVP student representatives attended the one day Model United Nations (MUN) conference at the Singapore Intercultural School, Pantai Indah Kapuk (SIS PIK) campus on Friday 9th March 2018. Participating schools included the Australian Intercultural School, schools from the SIS group, Cikal, Tzu Chi school, Sinar Mas Academy and the Piaget Academy.

The SIS PIK conference, with its theme of 'A World in Crisis' featured five (5) committees. The two (2) beginner committees were the United Nations High Commissioner For Refugees (UNHCR) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). The three (3) advanced committees were made up of the World Health Organization (WHO), the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) and United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC). Mathew and Earl joined the UNSC, Russell, Kezia and Rania participated in the UNEP, Shareena, Audrey and Thysia were part of the UNHCR while Schalke and Nadya joined the WHO Committee.

SVP delegates contributed to the Committee sessions, exploring the different issues related to a 'A World in Crisis', through discussions and resolutions. SVP students further developed their public speaking skills and their MUN resolution writing skills. Mathew was voted best delegate in the highly prestigious UNSC Committee, among strongly credentialled representatives.

All the students and myself are indebted to the support and guidance of Bu Hesti, Bu Wini, Bu Desi and Pak Johanes to ensure the pre event and events arrangements were so smoothly organised. written by Mr. Dave Blackburn, Humanities Coordinator

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SCIENCE WEEK 2018 written by Bapak Dendy Permana, MYP Science & Biology Teacher

The theme for the 2018 annual Science week w a s “ S c i e n t i f i c a n d Te c h n o l o g i c a l Innovation”, which was also paired with this year's' school theme of “Entrepreneur Me”.

The learning objective of event this year was to motivate students to be creative and innovative in solving real life problems.

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This event was held from 26 February until 2 March 2018. A few of the activities conducted during this event were watching Science clips, Science Demos, Science competition, Science Speech, and IRP Booth View.

Day / Date

Activities

Monday, February 26, 2018

Opening Ceremony of Science week 2018 -Opening Speech from Pak Hendriadi -Demonstration about Robotics from the Make Block company -Overview of the activities to be held

Tuesday- Thursday/February 27March 1, 2018

Science Clips

Tuesday- Thursday /February 27-March 1, 2018

Science Demonstrations -Biology: the process of making Yoghurt and Aquascape -Chemistry: Metal coating (Electroplating)

Tuesday- Friday / February 27-March 1, 2018

-Grade 7 : Making the model of a cell -Grade 8 : Writing an essay about the ecosystem -Grade 9 : Making a pop up story about science -Grade 10 Andromeda and 10 Centaurs : Presenting a case study related to plants and animal transport systems -Grade 10 Milky Way : Experimental challenge about the cellular transport system

Tuesday- Thursday/February 27March 1, 2018

-Science Speech competition -Making a speech related to scientific and technological innovation connected to entrepreneurship

March 2, 2018

Closing ceremony of Science Week 2018 -Closing Speech by Ibu Yustina -Viewing IRP booths -Guest speaker from INNOPA -Awards for the science competitions, science speech competition, and IRP

What were the interesting events during Science Week 2018 ?

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The opening ceremony

The opening conducted on Monday February 26, 2018. At that time Pak Hendriadi gave an opening speech titled Science vs Entrepreneurship. After that, there was a robotic demonstration by Make Block ID.

Pak Hendriadi explained about Science vs Entrepreneurship

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Science Clips

Make Block ID presentation about robotics.

During break time from Tuesday to Thursday, we showed various videos about science designed to inspire and motivate the students, such as the video about the SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy Rocket Launch and CRISPR/Cas9 Gene Editing.

Science Clip about the launch of SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy Rocket

CRISPR/Cas9 Gene Editing video

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Science Demo During the lunch break from Tuesday to Thursday, science teachers conducted various presentations. During the first demonstration, the biology teachers explained and demonstrated how to properly make yoghurt and aquascape.

During the second demonstration, the chemistry teachers explained and demonstrated how to electroplate coins and rings chemicals.

Pak Dendy, Bu Brigitta and Pak Wahyu explained and demonstrated how to make yoghurt and aquascape.

Pak Krisna, Bu Esa and Bu Nurul explained and demonstrated electroplating

The third science demo was related to physics. The science teachers explained and demonstrated how to balance a Pocari Sweat can on its edge. The teachers also demonstrated how to add a light sensor to a lamp.

Pak Benny and Pak Afar demonstrated how to balance a can.

Pak Benny and Pak Afar explained and demonstrated the concept of light sensor.

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Science Competition

During their science classes, students participated in the science competition. Every science teacher integrated the unit topic with the science week themes.

Secondary students participated in the science week activities

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Closing ceremony of Science Week 2018

The closing ceremony of science week 2018 conducted on March 2, 2018. Ibu Yustina gave her speech highlighting the activities of science week 2018 and the purpose of this event, which was to motivate students to become creative and innovative.

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IRP Booth Viewing

The IRP Booth viewing started after Pak Handoko and Ibu Yustina cut the red ribbon. Then All secondary students could see the IRP booth done by Grade 12 students.

Ibu Yustina gave a closing speech highlighting the activities and the purpose of Science Week 2018.

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Pak Handoko and Ibu Yustina cut the red ribbon to open the IRP booths

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Awards for all grade competitions and IRP

The closing ceremony of Science Week 2018 provided the opportunity to give awards to students who won the various science competitions for each grade level and the best Individual Research Projects (IRP).

Guest Speaker from INNOPA We invited a guest speaker from Indonesian Invention and Innovation Promotion Association (INNOPA) named Erricha Insan Pratisi. She is the president of INNOPA and gave a motivation speech titled, “I Am an Innovator”.

Congratulations for the best IRP’s: Rafael, Charlotte and Monalisa.

Closing ceremony MC’s Pak Krisna and Pak Dendy

The secondary leaders gave a special gift to the guest speaker from INNOPA

Hopefully, the secondary students have meaningful moments and memories from the second annual Science Week, motivating them to be creative and innovative in solving real life problems. See you next science week!

Ibu Erricha Insan Pratisi, guest speaker and president of INNOPA 18

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ANNIEZA FAYDRANORA DARMAWAN AS

JASMINE

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he school production of a musical is a bi-annual program that is organised by the secondary school division at SVP. After successfully performing King and I (2016) and Green Concert (2017), this year Aladdin was the title that was chosen by the team. Directed by Pak Dasrizal and Pak Chrys as musical director, the production took place in Amarta Hall on February 24, 2018. The show itself was almost fully booked by parents, students, and musical enthusiasts. The committee for this production successfully organised the event including the venue, decoration, props, lighting, IT, costumes and many other components. However, the preparation for this successful event took 6 months.

Auditions

With the musical chosen, the next stage was casting the students. After getting the license from Disney, the auditions were conducted. Many students wanted to be main cast, supporting cast, ensemble, and dancers. The audition resulted in Tama as Aladdin, Annieza as Princess Jasmine, and many extraordinary students cast in other roles.

At first, rehearsals were held only once a week. The practice included role distribution, script reading, character development, as well as vocal and acting workshops. Simultaneously, the orchestra musicians were practicing the song and Visual Arts students started to create the set and all props.

Rehearsals

The practice itself took less than 7 months. Therefore, the committee tried hard to maximise the time in order to perform a decent show. When the date was getting closer, the practice was more intensive than before. With full support from the school, parents, coaches, and other parties, finally the students were ready to perform.

Matinee Show

It has been the tradition at SVP to have a matinee show which is also two days before the gala show, known as dress rehearsal. The Matinee show usually refers to a performance conducted in the afternoon. In this show, it was the first time that the entire cast performed with the set, props, and orchestra. The show was witnessed by the whole school, including teachers, students, staff, and many others. After the matinee show, the cast received constructive feedback which was to be applied in the gala show.

On this day, the school building was alive with the magic of Aladdin, the Musical. The lobby was full of red carpet and a photo booth: on the second floor the ticketing spot was well organised, and Amartha hall was decorated very beautifully to support the magic of the show.

Gala Show

The performance ran very well, the jokes were well delivered. Everybody enjoyed the show especially when the big numbers such as Arabian Nights and A Whole New World were sung by the cast. After the credits, the audience gave a standing ovation for the hard work of each person contributed in the show. At the end of the show, one of the parents said “I always attend SVP's school productions, and this Aladdin is the best of all.�

That night was really magical for everyone including students, parents, teachers, and musical enthusiasts. It is inevitable that there is room for improvements to perform better productions in the future. However, through this Aladdin the Musical, secondary students and teachers had proven that by hard work and collaboration, they could produce a high quality show. See you in the upcoming productions!

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UNIVERSITY SESSIONS University of Minnesota

University of Nebraska

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On 15 March 2018, SVP had the opportunity to be visited by representatives of 3 universities from the USA : ?University of Minnesota-Ms. Chelsea Keeney ?University of Nebraska -Mr. Jackson Wu-Pong ?Indiana University - Ms. Maria Santa

The university of Minnesota is one of the top public research

Indiana University

Paul metropolitan area (also called the 'Twin Cities'). University of th Minnesota is the 37 top university according to Q.S World University rankings. The university offers countless opportunities for students to connect with classmates, discover passions and explore the world around them.

The University of Nebraska is ranked in the top third of American public universities. Nebraska enrolls students from more than 100 countries each year. It has UCARE (Undergraduate Creative Activities and Research Experience program) which is one of the top undergraduate research programs in the U.S. It is also one of the safest universities in the United States (Reader's Digest lists).

Indiana University Bloomington is the flagship campus of IU's eight campuses across the state of Indiana. Over 48,000 undergraduate and graduate students attend IU Bloomington—and just over 7,000 are international students. It is also the 5th ranked public affairs school in the World (Academic Rankings of World Universities, 2017).

The University session was held in Pandawa hall and the participants were Grade 10 students. After the presentation, there was a question and answer session which the students clearly enjoyed.

universities in the United states. It is located in the Minneapolis-St.

Bali International Flight Academy

On 21st March 2018 SVP held University session with the representative of Bali International Flight Academy (BIFA). BIFA is Internationally recognized and certified by the Indonesian Directorate General of Civil Aviation, as well as the International Civil Aviation Organization and is in compliance with FAA Part 141 regulations. BIFA offer an integrated course created for young aviators who are eager to achieve a bright career in the Aviation Industry. Bali International Flight Academy conduct an accelerated program in aviation training and look to have every student obtain a full Commercial or Private Pilot License with a high standard.

The University session was held in the Counsellor room. The participants who joined the session were mostly Grade 12 students. We started with light conversation with the students then continued with a presentation and question & answer written by Ibu Rini Pebti Napitupulu, Secondary School Counselor

session. All students actively asked questions to the representatives of BIFA Bapak Raffael Sunardiono. They stated : ‘start your journey with us to begin your great career in the aviation industry, and become part of the great community of world class pilots in Indonesia please join with BIFA'.

Septian Sugara

Former SVP Librarian

The LPDP (Lembaga Pengelola Dana Pendidikan) Scholarship Winner

I believe, everyone has the same chance to succeed.

However, as a child of a middle-low family, I always needed to struggle more than some others.

I started this journey when I was still in high school. I have a dream, that one day, I can study abroad. Feel the cold of the snow, meet people from all around the world, be a global citizen. I held that dream for years, while busy improving my skills by joining some competitions, being involved in many organizations, and becoming a volunteer for some events - things that I believed would help me to achieve my dream.

One day in 2015, my lecturer introduced me to LPDP - a scholarship for Master and Doctoral degrees from the Ministry of Finance, which gives fully-funded scholarships including tuition fee, accommodation, flights, insurance, and living allowance.

Sounds interesting? Yes, indeed. But I had to compete with nearly 15.000 excellent students from all across the country.

I needed to find a way to fill all the documents required : TOEFL, drugs-free certificate, tuberculosis-free certificate, letter of recommendation, etc. I grateful that I met Pak Doddy and Ibu Any Fauzianie who was very kind to write a letter of recommendation for me. In short, I registered myself. Nearly 5000 applicants failed to pass this stage. Luckily I was not one of them.

Next, I needed to face the online assessment which is a psychology test. I was afraid, because If I failed, I wouldn't have any chance to continue my application. Over 5000 applicants fell at this stage.

Fortunately, I've talked to Ibu Mayang Gita Mardian (Primary School Counselor) before the test. She explained many things and gave me some tips. Thanks for that, Miss Mayang. I was one of the 4290 lucky people to go to the final stage.

The final stage consisted of an essay on the spot, leaderless group discussions (LGD), and interviews. I needed to be well-prepared.

So I read newspapers and watched every showing of

the news 3 months before the test, as questions might well appear in LGD and essay on the spot. Being reflective about my writing skills, I forced myself to write an essay about every single news item that I read. I also practiced doing the LGD with other applicants, and did some interview simulations with some friends. Thank you Pak Budhianto (VEC), as he is one of the best interviewer during my practice. Your feedback meant a lot to me to help me improve.

I did not want to lose this golden opportunity, so I prepared everything very carefully. I did deep research about the campus, made a campus-comparison (to make sure the interviewer knew that my choice is the best one), read my study plan again for the last time, and prepared all the documents.

The day finally arrived. I was interviewed by two professors (one of them is an Alumni of McGill University - my dream campus), and a psychologist.

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45 minutes, continued by essay writing and LGD. (Visit m y b l o g i n : septiansugara.tumblr.com for the full interview story.)

After waiting for a month, I got the announcement that I had passed the final stage. I was beyond happy. I texted my mom, 'Bu, i'm going to Canada' with tears in my eyes. I still can't believe it finally happened.

This experience motivated me to share : Whoever you are, just dare to dream big, Victorians. Because the universe is with them who strongly believes in their dream. “No matter how your heart is grieving, if you keep on believing, the dream that you dream will come true�Disney

MEET SVP ALUMNI

Nathan did not join any course to prepare him passing the exams. He said that he just put 100% attention during lessons and always finished tasks earlier than the deadline.

After graduating from SVP, he continued his study in Te c h n i s c h e U n i v e r s i t a t Munchen (TUM) in Germany at the Faculty of Agriculture, majoring in Renewable Resources and Bio Energy. He graduated in 2016 and continued his studies at the University of Hohenheim, taking the same faculty.

Nathan mentioned that it is important to know where and what to learn after graduating from Secondary School since the person is still at Grade 10 or 11. This helped him to be focused on his goals and it guided him while studying. Below are the other tips that Nathan shared with Victorians for graduating successfully and continuing to study abroad: 1.Start looking for your university from Grade 10; decide the final destination at Grade 11.

2 . Pa y a t t e n t i o n t o t h e requirements given by the university.

3. Firstly ask the community that knows about the university, how to get the scholarship, etc. (avoid asking agents as the first step – LOL) 4. After being accepted by the u n i v e r s i t y, r e a d a n y articles, journals that are similar or connected to the chosen major.

5. Study in the university happily. It is good to enjoy learning; understand the purpose to experience the journey and to pass it.

6.Review after class.

Reviewing the lessons can be done individually and in a group.

7. Choose friends that can support you to achieve your goals. (Friends usually enjoy discussion about topics that are learned and they also support you to be balanced).

and to be proactive. SVP shaped him to become a thinker and to be able to solve problems independently.

These are also the essential skills that he believes everyone should have.

He found that building positive communication with the teachers is also important. Even now, he always remembers Ibu Fenty from SVP. She said to Nathan that she believes he will become a successful person.

This statement became a motivation for him to achieve his goals in learning.

Nathan finished his interview by mentioning, “Happy 20th Anniversary, SVP. Think big, dare to dream big. Jangan puas menjadi “biasa” saja”.

Nathan actively joined different activities besides studying. He joined an orchestra and has experienced playing violin together with around 30 music players.

He was also involved in Doctoral Degree research.

For example, research on New Food Sources to Combat Malnutrition and Hidden Hunger.

During his free time, he likes to do tracking for viewing mountains and forests.

Nathan feels that SVP was also supporting him to practice and develop his skills; especially in social and communication skills. He said that he also learned at SVP to never give up (perseverance)

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athan C Hemson (Nathan) joined SVP since Kindergarten.

At Grade 7, he moved to another school and came back to SVP in Grade 10 because he wanted to maintain his English ability that will support him in continuing his study abroad. He graduated from Grade 12 SVP in 2014 with the best score and as a top score achiever in National Exams (UN).

MEET SVP TEACHER

NATALIA MIA MEILANY Grade 2 Merauke Homeroom Teacher

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ith the 20th anniversary of Sekolah Victory Plus soon to be celebrated, we thought it appropriate that we profile the school’s longest serving teacher in this month’s “Meet SVP Teacher” article.

Ibu Natalia Mia Meilany or Ibu Mia graduated from Atmajaya Catholic University, majoring in English in 2000, before beginning her teaching career at SVP in the same year. Starting in Early Childhood Education, where she worked from 2000 until 2010, she then moved to the Primary School, where she has taught ever since. She started a post graduate programme, majoring in Social Studies and graduated in 2017.

Professional development is important to Ibu Mia, and through the years she has participated in many workshops organized by the Association of National Private School (ANPS) and the International Baccalaureate (IB). She has particularly enjoyed these workshops as they have given her the opportunity to meet new people from schools around Indonesia and Asia, as well as the opportunity to share teaching and learning experiences with others.

Ibu Mia says that teaching in an IB school has broadened her perspective on what a 21st century education system looks like. She believes that deep thinking is essential, as well as an understanding that education is not only about learning in the class, sitting for examinations and achieving high grades. In this regard, she says that true education happens when both teachers and students are challenged to become lifelong learners, in knowledge, skill and attitude.

Ibu Mia mentioned that the fun part of teaching in an IB school is that the programme gives the teacher more space and time to explore, experiment and engage with the students through the inquiry process. However, she says that the challenge is to keep herself updated with information relating to teaching strategies, global issues, and technology that will support her in preparing learning materials for the students’ inquiry process or projects and assessments. prepared by Marcomm

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coherent, in-depth understanding, and which have relevance both within and beyond subject areas

The Primary Years Programme (PYP) presents schools with a comprehensive plan for high quality, international education. It provides schools with a curriculum framework of essential elements — the knowledge, concepts, skills, attitudes, and action that young students need to equip them for successful lives, both now and in the future. Schools work with the five elements to construct a rigorous and challenging primary curriculum for international education. The PYP aims to create a curriculum that is engaging, relevant, challenging and significant for learners in the 3–12 age range. The curriculum is transdisciplinary, meaning that it focuses on issues that go across subject areas.

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skills, which are the broad capabilities students develop and apply during learning and in life beyond the classroom

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attitudes, which contribute to internationalmindedness and the wellbeing of individuals and learning communities, and connect directly to the IB Learner Profile

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action, which is an expectation in the PYP that successful inquiry leads to responsible, thoughtful and appropriate action.

Taught Curriculum The PYP is organized according to:

The taught curriculum is the part of the International Baccalaureate© (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) that sets out its pedagogical approach. It identifies how schools should teach the PYP written curriculum.

The PYP is committed to structured, purposeful inquiry that engages students actively in their own learning. The programme supports students' efforts to construct meaning from the world around them by drawing on their prior knowledge, providing provocation through new experiences and providing opportunities for reflection and consolidation. This approach respects students' developing ideas about how the world works. It encourages them to question, consider and refine their understanding of the social and natural world.

? The written curriculum, which explains what PYP students will learn ? The taught curriculum, which sets out how

educators teach the PYP ? The assessed curriculum, which details the

principles and practice of effective assessment in the PYP ?

Written Curriculum The International Baccalaureate® (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) balances the acquisition of significant and relevant knowledge and skills, the development of conceptual understanding, the formation of personal, positive attitudes and the capacity to take responsible actions. The PYP addresses students' academic needs and their social and emotional well-being, encourages students to develop independence and to take responsibility for their own learning, supports students' effort to gain understanding of the world and to function effectively within it and helps students to establish personal values as a foundation on which internationalmindedness will flourish. The written curriculum, outlined below, is made up of five essential elements and details what students will learn.

Assessed Curriculum The unique approaches to teaching and learning in the International Baccalaureate® (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) can be explained through the taught, written and assessed curriculum. The assessed curriculum explains how teachers go about gathering and analysing information about student performance. The IB does not set examinations or moderate grades in the PYP. What are the purposes of assessment in the Primary Years Programme?

Essential elements in the PYP ·

knowledge, which is both disciplinary, represented by traditional subject areas (language, maths, science, social studies, arts, PSPE) and transdisciplinary

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concepts, which students explore through structured inquiry in order to develop

The purposes of assessment are to promote student learning, provide information about student learning and contribute to the successful implementation of the programme. Through assessment, the IB helps schools teaching the Primary Years Programme (PYP) to identify what students know, understand, can do and value at different stages in the teaching and

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learning process. In the PYP, learning is viewed as a continuous journey, where teachers identify students' needs and use assessment data to plan the next stage of their learning.

Teachers use a wide range of assessment strategies to collect information on each of the elements represented in the written curriculum: the understanding of concepts, the acquisition of knowledge, the mastering of skills, the development of positive attitudes and the ability to take responsible action.

The PYP Exhibition: encouraging in-depth, collaborative inquiry

synthesise all of the essential elements of the PYP in ways that can be shared with the whole school community. It also provides teachers with a powerful and authentic process for assessing student understanding. The exhibition represents a unique and significant opportunity for students to exhibit the attributes of the IB learner profile developed throughout their engagement with the PYP. It also provides schools and students with a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the transition of learners to the next phase of their education.

Source: www.ibo.org prepared by Ibu Early Hapsari, PYP Coordinator

In the final year of the PYP, students, carry out an extended, in-depth, collaborative project known as the PYP exhibition. This involves students working collaboratively to conduct an in-depth inquiry into real life issues or problems. Students collectively

CHRISTINA VERONIKA A. ECE Mandarin Teacher

IKA YULIANTI

My name is Christina Veronica Anugrah, but I prefer to be called Veronica. I'm 27 years old. I have a Bachelor in Mandarin Business from Huaqiao University, Xiamen, China. I have worked for a Chinese Company, called PT. BBMAX Technology as a finance and an administrator for 4 years. As well as working in the company, I also opened private mandarin classes for adult workers, and special needs students. I also teach Mandarin short courses for exchange students at Universitas Kristen Krida Wacana.

ECE Teacher

Hello! My name is Ika Yulianti, but you can call me Yuli. I'm 33 years old. I am already married and have 2 children. I was coming from a mixed culture, my dad is Minang while my mom is Manado. I graduated from UKI major in English Literature. I was working in Gandhi School and also Sekolah Lentera Indonesia before I came to Victory. I love singing, playing music, and travelling. In Victory, I'm the substitute teacher for ECE (EY 1). My favorite quote is "Failure is the first step for success" Just keep awaken and face your life. Keep spirit!

I love watching movies, listening to music, and reading. I have a favorite quote “TIME is NOT Money, TIME is LIFE. YOUR TIME is YOUR LIFE� It reminds me to squeeze my time, squeeze my life and challenge my limits.

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PSG MORNING TEA Parents Support Group Sekolah Victory Plus arranges a PSG Morning Tea each semester as a means of smooth communications among parents and student guardians and to convey updates from the PSG and the school. Reports and upcoming events are being updated to class parents by each PSG committee and by Pak Liam Hammer as the school's representative. Class parents are then expected to convey the information being exchanged to the parents and student guardians of each class.

Updates from the Care Commission were delivered

by Ibu Siwi. Religious activities are arranged regularly such as communal quran reading (pengajian), rosary prayer, and christian fellowship.

The Care Commission have also arranged blood donation last semester. There were 121 participants in the activity with 89 blood stock received by the Indonesian Red Cross (PMI). The upcoming program is to arrange a one day free medical services for the communities surrounding our school, which is scheduled on 25 April 2018. Other upcoming events are including a social visit to the orphanage and blood donation on 8 May 2018.

Next is the updates from the Education Commission, which was delivered by Ibu Lucia.

Parent's Sharing Session 6 (PSS6) was successfully completed last semester, with the topic “Optimizing Gadgets for Your Children's Education” from iBox on 29 November 2017. There were 60 parents whom attended the session. “Kids Zaman Now, How To Deal With Them?” was the topic in the PSS7, which was completed on 29 January 2018.

Four of the school's counselors were the speakers in this session, and was attended by 87 parents.

The Education Commission's upcoming programs are the PSS8 with the topic “Kelola Stress Untuk Hidup Lebih Sehat (Self Management)” which is scheduled on 21 March 2018, and then PSS9 in May 2018 and PSS10 which will be arranged in August or

September. One of the commission's big events is the upcoming Career Day 2018, which is scheduled on 5 September 2018 for the secondary school students, with the topic “The Entrepreneur in Me”.

Updates from the Parents Activity Committee was delivered by Ibu Ade, on the parent's regular activity: Yoga, which takes place in the School's Gym, every Thursday from 08.00-10.00. The committee's activities in last semester were a Cooking Class on 15 and 16 November 2017 and a Beauty Class which was completed in 14 February 2018. Upcoming programs are Breaking of the Fast and PSG Gala Dinner.

PSG Morning Tea was concluded by SVP Updates from Pak Liam Hammer. There was an announcement on the change of the Academic Advisor, from Pak Liam Hammer to Pak Steven Thompson.

Numerous school activities have been programmed to take place this Semester.

Parents as learners sessions will be held each month, a musical production by secondary students and many other activities. PSG's important agenda are the upcoming elections of the whole PSG, including chairperson. Parents are welcome to actively engage in the PSG organization.

“Positive thoughts, positive actions, positive results!” written by Theodora Maharani

Parents Session

Stress Management

We, Education Commission – PSG, have conducted Parents Sharing Session on March 21st, 2018 with theme KELOLA STRESS UNTUK HIDUP LEBIH SEHAT (“STRESS MANAGEMENT FOR BETTER HEALTHY LIFE”), presented by psychologist Mrs. ORIZA SATIVA Spsi, Psi,CH, CCR, attended/participated by 79 parents.

Healthy is physically, mentally and socially prosperous condition where mental health is an integral part of overall health. Mental health is a feeling of healthy and happy life and able to face the challenges of life, can accept others as they are and have a positive attitude towards yourself and others.

Characteristic of a mentally healthy person is feeling comfortable with himself, feeling comfortable in touch with other people and be able to meet the demands of life.

Healthy life pattern should have a healthy life style and not at risk for various health factors. Healthy lifestyle should have a good physic, mental and social. Physically

should be free from dangerous illness, have good routine and activity. Mentally should be comfortable with yourself.

Socially should be able to connect with others and can be part of a group.

Not at risk for various health factors should also have a good physic, mental and social. Physically should have no trigger from genetic history and other diseases. Mentally should have no coping character and strategy. Socially should be able to position themselves well.

What is stress?

Stress is an adverse response that is owned by a person against the presence of excessive pressure or pressure beyond limit. Everyone has the potential for stress throughout his life span, from childhood to adulthood. Source of internal stress comes from cognitive/thoughts, affective/feelings and conative/actions.

Source of external stress comes from individual, family, community and environment.

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Marriage, Financial concern, Family relationship, Car problems, Work stress, Health issues, and Kids' behavior. Signs of stress is cognitive, affective and conative.

Cause of stress comes from Stressor, Strain and Stressor plus Strain. Three effects of stress are physical illness, burnout and lack of productivity.

Four stages of mental health against stress are : 1. Promotional : healthy life 2. Prevention : avoid stressor, recognize the signs of stress, eliminate routine bad habits, improve EQ 3. I n t e r v e n t i o n : b e h a v i o r modification, time management, anger management, prioritizing and organizing 4 Rehabilitation : relaxation, meditation, cognitive therapy, hypnotherapy

Stress determinants factor are individual, character, coping strategy and social support. Work – Life Balance is a concept that includes an adequate priority between the work of career and ambition as well as lifestyle that is health, pleasure, fun, family and spiritual development. Stages of stress are Alarm reaction, Resistance and Description of the contents. Efforts to prevent stress are do not hesitate to consult a doctor, always be calm and relaxed, taking medication and vitamins, a balanced nutrition and adequate rest First three steps to detect stress: 1. Daily activity interrupted?

2. Cannot perform lately?

3. T h e s u r r o u n d i n g e n v i r o n m e n t complains or criticizes your behavior?

To avoid stress : - Find social support from relative, family and friends - Always positive thinking and laugh - Consultation and therapy with a psychologist - Multiply worship - Recreation and Sport

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Stress management is all about controlling lifestyles, thoughts, emotions and how to handle problems. Three major keys to stress are acceptance, attitude and a way out.

Various stress reactions : - Positive reaction : Ask for help from colleagues, discuss with superiors, prioritize, organize schedules, organize activities, sports and positive diversions - Negative reaction : Anxious/hurried, quick to blame others, irritable/offended , tend to eat more, shopping outside the budget, not performing at work So we should avoid stress by affirming the purpose of life, organizing better daily activity, making the job easy and fun. Let's Victorian Moms and Dads be together to avoid Stress with positive activities. Thank you Moms and Dads for your support participate and attend to this seminar. See you at next Session.

PSG REGULAR ACTIVITIES

Hi Parents, Thank you for your continuous support for our regular activities, and below is our schedule for March 2018's Regular Activities:

Morning YOGA Day Time Venue PIC

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Every Thursday 08.00 - 09.15 am Multipurpose Gymnasium Room, SVP South Wing, 2nd Fl Ibu Meilan (0813-19338499)

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Day/Date Time Venue PIC

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Tuesday, 17 April 2018 08.30 - 10.00 am VEC Lobby Ibu Rini (0811-897991)

Unity Prayer (Persekutuan Doa) Day/Date Time Venue PIC

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Wednesday, 18 April 2018 08.30 - 10.00 am VEC 3rd Floor Ibu Vera (0812-90273427)

Rosary Prayer Day/Date Time Venue PIC

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Friday, 20 April 2018 08.15 - 09.15 am

Kapel Marsudirini Ibu Siwi (08129982005), Ibu Lucia (0851-01295478) 49

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"LOKAKARYA1000

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DALAM PEMBELAJARAN DI ABAD 21" DARI GURU, OLEH GURU, UNTUK GURU

21 April 2018

07.00 - 12.00

Sekolah Victory Plus Jl. Kemang Pratama Raya AN 2-3 Kemang Pratama, Bekasi

Schedule: 07.00 - 08.00 08.00 - 08.15 08.15 - 09.45 10.00 - 12.00

Pendaftaran Ulang Pembukaan Pembelajaran di Abad 21 oleh Keynote Speaker Breakout Session (33 Kelas - 65 Pembicara)

Keynote Speaker : Ibu Ir. Sri Renani Pantjastuti, MPA (Direktur Pembinaan Guru Pendidikan Menengah)

Bpk. Dr. H. Rahmat Effendi (Pemerhati Pendidikan Kota Bekasi)

Ibu Yustina Ries Sunarti, S.Pd., M.Sc. (Direktur Sekolah Victory Plus)

Pendidikan merupakan bidang yang sangat penting bagi kehidupan manusia, pendidikan dapat mendorong peningkatan kualitas manusia dalam bentuk meningkatnya kompetensi kognitif, afektif, maupun psikomotor. Masalah yang dihadapi dalam upaya memperbaiki dan meningkatkan kualitas kehidupan sangat kompleks, banyak faktor yang harus dipertimbangkan karena pengaruhnya pada kehidupan manusia tidak dapat diabaikan, yang jelas disadari bahwa pendidikan merupakan salah satu faktor yang dapat meningkatkan kualitas Sumber Daya Manusia (SDM) suatu bangsa.

Datangnya abad 21 dengan segala perkembangannya tentu akan membutuhkan SDM yang lebih berkualitas agar dapat menjawab tantangan yang semakin tinggi.

Bersama dengan Nara sumber yang sangat kompeten akan dikupas dalam event ini dan berbagi ilmu dan pengalaman dalam malaksanakan pembelajaran abad 21 kepada para tenaga Pendidik di kota Bekasi

0812 85320576

novi@svp.sch.id

Bagikan pengalaman Anda melalui media sosial, dengan tagar: #sekolahvictoryplus #svp #seminar1000guru #kotabekasi

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