Ivy Peak Schools

This Too Shall Pass (Part 2)

The Elder's Wisdom

As Nneoma and Baba (from Part 1) navigated the long fuel queues and bustling markets of Gombe, they stumbled upon an elderly man, Baba Ahmed, sitting on a wooden bench, surrounded by a group of youths. His eyes, clouded by the weight of 80 years, had seen it all - the struggles, the triumphs, and the cycles of history.

Intrigued by the gathering, Nneoma and Baba joined the group, recognizing the elder's wise gaze from their own neighborhood. Baba Ahmed beckoned them closer, his frail voice filled with a deep longing to share his wisdom.

"My children," he began, "I know these times are hard. The queues for fuel, the lack of water, the insecurity... it's enough to make one lose hope. But I'm here to tell you that this too shall pass."

Nneoma and Baba exchanged a knowing glance, remembering their own struggles and the resilience they had discovered within themselves. They nodded in agreement, encouraging the elder to continue.

Baba Ahmed took a deep breath, and his eyes sparkled with memories. "I've lived through the good times and the bad. I saw Nigeria's independence, the civil war, the boom of the 70s, and the struggles of the 80s. I've seen leaders come and go, each with their own promises and failures. But through it all, one thing remains constant - the resilience of the Nigerian people."

The youths leaned in, their faces intent on the elder's words. Nneoma and Baba listened intently, recognizing the same spirit of resilience that had carried them through their own challenges.

As Baba Ahmed continued to share his wisdom, the group grew larger, attracting more youths and even some of the fuel queue neighbors. Together, they formed a community bound by their shared struggles and their determination to overcome.

And so, under the guidance of Baba Ahmed, the group began their journey through memory lane, learning from the past and finding strength in their collective resilience. For in the face of adversity, they knew that this too shall pass.

Dear Cherished Parents,

Warm holiday greetings to you and your wonderful kids! We trust they're having a delightful break.
**Understanding Your Kids Results - Part 1**
We wish to explain why we at IPS choose not to include your child's class position in their end-of-term reports.

Some parents inquire, " *What's my child's position in their class?"*. Here's why we refrain:

Firstly, the practice of class position reporting is known as *NORM REFERENCING*, involving ranking pupils against their peers.

👉🏽At IPS, we opt out of specifying positions to foster a positive and collaborative learning environment. Norm-referenced testing can inadvertently spur competition over collaboration. Our focus is on individual progress and personal growth, steering clear of an atmosphere that emphasizes relative standing.

👉🏽Norm-referenced testing may contribute to heightened stress and anxiety among pupils. We cultivate a nurturing space for them to explore strengths and weaknesses without constant *comparison* . Our aim is to acknowledge and celebrate diverse learning styles and abilities, preparing our kids holistically for future success.

👉🏽Relative standing can be a misleading interpretation of a child's strengths and weaknesses. For instance, a child in a class of 10 might be 10th in position but with an impressive 93% average score. Focusing solely on the position can be demoralizing, shifting the focus from celebrating the child's achievement.

Ironically, if the same child were in another class with a 60% average but ranked first, he'd likely be celebrated. This highlights that norm-referenced interpretation focuses more on relative standing than on individual strengths and weaknesses.

We value your input and encourage open communication as we strive to provide the best educational experience for your child.

P.S. Imagine that the value of a child's class position is 5 ₦1000 notes and another is 1 $100 note. Who's is more worthy? I presume your answer is same as mine! Watch out for the intrigue computation!

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BIG Benefits of Small Schools
Hi,
Ivy Peak Schools wish to share with you the number 3 unique factor that sets us apart -it’s about some interesting facts about “small schools”.

The truth is that parents are often concerned about enrolling their kids in “small schools” and often feel that bigger schools may be able to help their kids more than “small schools”.

We must acknowledge that there are always both positive and negative sides of every issue!!!

But if it is about the relationship between student’s learning and overall gains from schooling and school size, we dare to boldly declare that “small schools” are really better.
Research reports have shown that far from being disadvantaged by attending small schools, children do better.

Children are less likely to be overlooked or isolated in small schools.
Actually, “the benefits of a small school go far beyond academic achievement and test scores.
“Small schools” present unique opportunities for social emotional growth, relationship building, and high expectations both in and out of the classroom” (http://www.methodschools.org/blog/what-are-the-advantages-to-schools-with-small-class-sizes).

Everybody’s participation is needed for team activities, and children in small schools come to know and care about each other to a greater degree than is possible in big schools.

Children at small schools tend to take more responsibility for their learning, learning activities are more individualised, classes are smaller, and teachers can employ multi-age grouping and cooperative learning.

Since over 30 years ago Baker (1986) had posited that the advantages of smallness can be summarized as follows:
 Students are at the center of the school
 Discipline is usually not a serious problem, thereby resulting in an increase in time spent learning
 Teachers still have a sense of control over what and how they teach
 A minimum of bureaucracy allows for more flexibility in decision making
 Low pupil-teacher ratios allow for more individualized instruction and more attention given to students
 Relationships between students, teachers, administrators, and school board members tend to be closer
 Parental and community involvement tends to be stronger than in larger schools(https://www.ericdigests.org/pre-923/small.htm).

Ivy Peak Schools caregivers/teachers, pupils and parents are experiencing these benefits first hand!

Size does matter, and by enrolling your child at Ivy Peak Schools you are giving your child/ren a chance to experience these benefits too.

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🌟 Exciting News: Enroll Your Child in Ivy Peak Schools' Crèche Program Today! 🌟
Are you wondering how to give your child the best possible start in life? Look no further! At Ivy Peak Schools, we're thrilled to announce that our crèche facilities are now open to children aged 6 months to 18 months. 🏫✨
Enrolling your child in our crèche isn't just a necessity; it's a choice that can significantly impact their early development. Here's what you can expect:
1️⃣ School-Ready Excellence: Our crèche program is designed to provide your child with a head start on their educational journey. From literacy and numeracy to essential social interactions, our dedicated caregivers create a nurturing environment for academic success.
2️⃣ Building Independence and Confidence: We understand the importance of balance. While toddlers need love and care, fostering independence is vital. Our highly trained caregivers offer support within a structured yet flexible routine, helping your child develop guided independence and self-confidence.
3️⃣ Nurturing Positive Social and Emotional Bonds: At Ivy Peak Schools, we focus on instilling essential social skills. Your child will learn to interact harmoniously with peers and adults, recognize the rights of others, share, and resolve conflicts.
🌈 Why Choose Ivy Peak Schools? Our commitment to excellence in early childhood education sets us apart. Your child will thrive and grow in a supportive and stimulating environment.
Don't miss this opportunity to give your child a bright beginning. Join us in shaping a future filled with promise and potential! 🌟
📝 Enroll Now! Admissions are open for our nursery section too, catering to children beyond the crèche age group. Contact us today to secure your child's spot at Ivy Peak Schools and invest in their future success.

Let's embark on this exciting journey together! 🚀

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"IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO RAISE A CHILD"

As a school teacher, I added counselling as a component of my tasks and in doing so, I'd come to the conclusion that when it comes to moral development, it is when we have good homes and good parenting styles that we can talk about good schools.

I have had to talk to kids who confided in me that they started to watch *po*******hy, kiss and* *ma******te at an early age of 6/ 7*

If you follow the story of the 10years old Chrisland school girl that is trending now, you will but agree with me that the whole "village" that should have raised the poor 10 year old "matured" minor had failed her: these include her parents,her siblings, her church, her parents' friends and neighbors, her own good and bad friends and class mates, her teachers, as well as the same set of characters as applicable to the boys involved. Space will prevent me from outlining the roles each and every character in the "village" had played and failed to play in the proper upbringing of this 10 year old girl and her cohorts in the grossly indecent act .

These children are naturally curious and intelligent, they are fast learners especially in this digital age.
And not surprising for observant parents that the kids are good imitators. They learn the good, the bad and the ugly without discrimination. They are very guilible, cos that is how their brains are wired.

This is where our roles as parents become so critical. Often times, when this kids do what is wrong and you ask them, "Do your parents know about this"? They say No! Who then introduced you to all these? they begin to mention movies, social media, cousins, aunties, uncles, drivers, movies I'll nannies etc. and most often in the comfort of their homes and with the direct or indirect approval if their parents

Here comes my challenge, whenever teachers inform parents about the vices their children are into...Parents often switch to the defence mode and whenever parents observe any bad behavior in their kids then they switch into the offensive mode, the school being the first target of attacks.

The problem with most of us parents is that we don't want to ever take responsibility for our failures or inadequacies. A proverb says "It takes a village to train a child"...The moment you begin to work on the feedback from your child's teacher objectively then you are on your way to helping that child. The moment we look at the root causes of the problems we observe in our children objectively without passing blames,then, we are at the verge of solving the problem and helping our children to grow.

When a teacher tells you uncomfortable stuff about your child, it's okay to be disappointed but don't ever see the teacher as your child's enemy. Stop thinking the teacher doesn't like your child and that is why he/she is being reported. Take it with an open heart and get to work.

Help your child's teachers to help you. Collaborating with the school will make the daunting tasks of parenting and the ever demanding functions of the schools become easier.

We at Ivy Peak Schools have long realized this and that is why we periodically hold our Parents Retreat/ Conference.

This coming third term, we're looking forward to an exciting time working with you as a vital component of the global village that it takes to raise a child.

We care @ IPS

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