A comprehensive meeting was conducted to discuss critical academic strategies, curriculum alignment, and resource utilization to improve the overall teaching and learning process. The following points were highlighted:
Syllabus and Academic Progression:
- Foundation Stages:
- The Stage 1 syllabus will be introduced in Sr. Kg to build a strong foundation, with the expectation of covering at least 50% of the content if the entire syllabus cannot be completed.
- Grade Progression:
- Stage 2 will be aligned with Grade 1, Stage 3 with Grade 2, and this progression will continue across the grades.
Checkpoint and IGCSE Structure:
- Checkpoint Examinations:
- Primary Checkpoint exams will be conducted in Grade 5 to assess foundational skills.
- Secondary 1 Checkpoint exams will be scheduled for Grade 8 to evaluate readiness for IGCSE.
- IGCSE Framework:
- The IGCSE curriculum will span two years, covering Grades 9 and 10 to ensure comprehensive preparation and mastery of subjects.
Assessment and Planning:
- Progression Tests for Practice:
- Teachers will utilize progression test papers to prepare students effectively for Checkpoint examinations, allowing targeted practice and improvement.
- Backward Planning:
- Teachers from all levels will collaborate to develop a backward planning approach, ensuring that each academic stage builds systematically toward the next.
Curriculum Adherence:
- Framework and Scheme of Work:
- Teachers are required to strictly follow the curriculum framework and scheme of work to complete the syllabus.
- Emphasis is placed on syllabus completion rather than strictly adhering to textbooks, promoting flexibility in resource usage.
As/A Level Specific Guidelines:
- Learner’s Guides:
- At the beginning of each academic session, students will be provided with Learner’s Guides for all subjects, equipping them with essential resources for success.
- Compulsory Subjects:
- In As/A Level, Mathematics is not compulsory, offering flexibility in subject choices. Only English General is mandatory to maintain language proficiency.
Training and Resources:
- Training Opportunities:
- Arpit Sharma will share details about free online training sessions with the principal, providing professional development opportunities for teachers.
- Useful Links for Development:
- Cambridge Webinars: Cambridge Education Webinars
- Reflection Activities: Clemson Reflection Activities
- Cambridge Recognition: Cambridge Recognition
Conclusion:
To conclude, Dr. Raut commended the teachers for their dedication and efforts in transforming the school to align more closely with the Cambridge structure. He encouraged them to continue working with the same level of commitment and enthusiasm. Additionally, he requested that teachers share their best practices through a document to further support the collective growth of the teaching community. Overall, the meeting proved to be highly productive and valuable.