LITERACY WEEK: a wonderful adventure exploring the rich cultures of Indonesia
SCIENCE OLYMPIADE: Secondary students showcase their amazing science project
UNIVERSITY FAIR - USA: Education exhibition for our Secondary students who want to continue their studies to USA
Hi, everyone, and welcome
This week, we celebrate the power of stories, language, and creativity. Literacy connects us to cultures, traditions, and ideas from around the world, and today, we will see this come to life through wonderful performances by our students.
We are delighted to present: A drama performance of Malin Kundang, a well-known Indonesian folktale. A beautiful song, Kembanglah Bungo Parawitan, performed by our Year 4 students. A special collaboration between Year 3 and Year 5, singing Oo Ibu dan Ayah, a heartfelt tribute to parents.
A huge thank you to our parent volunteers and all our dedicated teachers and staff who have helped make this event possible. Your support ensures that our students continue to develop a love for reading, storytelling, and the rich traditions of literacy.
Let’s enjoy the performances and celebrate the magic of words together!
Myles D’ Airelle Principal of ACG School Jakarta
Some areas of influence are:
Learning to identify and express emotions in ourselves and others appropriately.
Developing empathy for others by understanding their perspectives. Learning to resolve conflicts peacefully and constructively. Make responsible decisions based on ethical principles. At ACG school we intentionally teach and encourage in our students a growth mindset rather than a fixed mindset. A growth mindset is one of reflecting on our mistakes and learning to look for ways to improve or fix our mistakes. Someone with a growth mindset is one who understands that mistakes are opportunities for learning.
A fixed mindset is one where we are uncomfortable to reflect on our learning or mistakes. It can often be seen as easily giving up and not wanting to improve.
We approach ‘ poor ’ choices as mistakes at ACG. We all make mistakes. It is ok to make a mistake, however we also need to fix our mistake. We don’t always force a child to say ‘ sorry ’ either. This can often be rehearsed and lack meaning. When we approach a mistake like hurting my friend, we run through a reflection process whereby we scaffold the child to a place where they think about their choice from the other child’s perspective. (Learning empathy).
We validate any emotions that are being felt “I can see by your face you are sad” … than we offer help “help me understand why you are feeling sad”. More often than not, the child will open up because we are not shaming them for feeling what they are feeling. This also applies for feeling angry, or worried. This reflective process is a restorative process where we are focusing on teaching the child to learn empathy, and take responsibility for their choice or their mistake.
It is really important that the child comes up with an idea on how to fix their mistake. We have an array of ideas that are presented to children. Offering to get the child I hurt a tissue is a way of helping the child and fix my mistake
Going over and putting my arm around the child is another. Coming up with the idea of sitting with them at lunchtime is another. The ultimate goal is for the child to intrinsically think of a strategy to fix their mistake by helping to make the person they hurt feel happy again or better.
Another way is an ACG “Happy Card”. This is just another strategy to fix a mistake, put myself in another’s shoes (develop empathy) and intrinsically think of something – however, as it involves recording the child’s ideas down on paper (I’m drawing a playground because that makes me feel happy) which almost enables the child to commit to this because I came up with the idea, I drew a picture that I know will make ?? feel happy and I’m writing my name and a message (scribed by the teacher).
We finalized the process by giving the card to the person we hurt. There are many strategies that can be used as restorative practices but the most important part of this to note is the process of reflection. The child is scaffolded through a reflection that leads them to hopefully make better decisions.
This whole process also encourages children to solve their own problems and builds essential life skills, fosters independence, and boosts selfconfidence, ultimately preparing them for future challenges and success
Here's a more detailed explanation of why encouraging children to fix their own mistakes is beneficial:
Develops Problem-Solving Skills:
When children are given opportunities to find solutions, they learn to think critically, analyze situations, and come up with creative solutions
Promotes Critical and Creative Thinking: Problem-solving encourages children to think outside the box and explore different approaches, fostering creativity and critical thinking skills.
Boosts Self-Confidence and Independence:
Successfully solving problems builds a child's confidence in their abilities and fosters a sense of independence and self-reliance.
Enhances Resilience:
Learning to overcome challenges and find solutions helps children develop resilience, allowing them to bounce back from setbacks and persevere through difficulties
Teaches the Value of Perseverance:
The process of problem-solving often involves trial and error, teaching children the importance of persistence and not giving up easily.
Prepares for Future Success:
Strong problem-solving skills are crucial for academic, personal, and professional success, as they equip children with the ability to navigate complex situations and find solutions.
Fosters a Growth Mindset:
By viewing challenges as opportunities for learning and growth, children develop a growth mindset, believing that they can improve and succeed through effort and perseverance
Encourages Asking for Help When Needed: While encouraging independence, it's also important to teach children when and how to ask for help, fostering healthy relationships and collaboration.
Kieran Pascoe
IBDP Coordinator of ACG School Jakarta
DP Update – A busy time for DP students!
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Our Year 13 students are entering one of the most intense periods of their IB journey as they prepare for their second Mock Examination Session. Parents, please check your email for updated mock examination dates. These exams are a crucial opportunity to refine exam techniques and consolidate learning ahead of the final IB assessments Students should be using feedback from their first mock exams to target areas for improvement, adjust study strategies, and strengthen their understanding of key concepts
At the same time, students are finalizing their Internal Assessments (IAs) for submission to the IB, marking an important milestone in their academic progress.
Completing these IAs to the highest possible standard is essential, as they contribute significantly to final IB grades
Looking ahead, we are excited for the Visual Arts Exhibition, which will take place in the last week of term. This is always a highlight of the IB Diploma Programme, allowing our talented Visual Arts students to present their creative work to the school community.
Alongside this, the Theory of Knowledge (TOK) Exhibition will showcase students’ thought-provoking explorations of knowledge and its real-world applications. We encourage all parents to attend and support our students in these significant academic milestones.
Literacy Week is a joyful celebration of the power of stories, language, and creativity—a time when we come together to honor how reading and storytelling connect us to cultures, traditions, and ideas from around the world.
Today, we are thrilled to bring this spirit to life through a series of wonderful performances by our talented students, including:
A dramatic performance of Malin Kundang, the beloved Indonesian folktale. A beautiful rendition of Kembanglah Bungo Parawitan by our Year 4 students. A heartfelt collaboration between Year 3 and Year 5, performing Oo Ibu dan Ayah a touching tribute to parents.
On 12 February 2025, ACG School Jakarta held its exciting Science Olympiad! It was a fun day full of creativity, new ideas, and teamwork.
Our Year 7 to Year 12 students worked hard to make amazing science projects. Some tried to help the environment, while others found clever ways to solve everyday problems
They showed their projects with great enthusiasm and shared what they learned through research and experiments. Many parents and students came to see the projects, ask questions, and even vote for their favorite one!
It was a great half-day event that celebrated how fun and powerful science can be. Well done to everyone who took part your ideas can help make the world a better place!
Parents were part of the fun too! They asked great questions and really listened to what their children had to say. It was a special moment where students became the teachers, and everyone learned something new. The room was full of excitement, curiosity, and joy. It was a wonderful day of learning, sharing, and celebrating all the hard work our Year 2 students put into their projects. Well done, Year 2!
Some students enjoyed the session, while a few felt a little shy about their results. But overall, it was a great learning experience that helped everyone understand why looking after our teeth is so important!
Shines with Growth, Grit, and a Last-Minute Victory!
Exploring Future Possibilities at ACG School Jakarta
What an exciting day we had at ACG School Jakarta during the USA University Fair! Students and teachers got to meet and talk with real representatives from some amazing universities in the United States. They shared lots of interesting things about what it’s like to study in America, including campus life, classes, and what students can expect when going to college there. It was a great chance for our students to learn and ask questions about their future dreams!
Some of the universities that came to visit included:
�� Ball State University
�� California State University, Sacramento
�� Pittsburg State University
�� The Ohio State University
�� The University of Arizona
�� University at Buffalo – SUNY
�� University of Kentucky
�� University of South Alabama
�� Wichita State University
Thank you to all the friendly university visitors who spent time with us, and to our wonderful students who joined with such excitement and curiosity.
Who knows? One day, you might be walking across a university campus in the U.S.!
