Escola Concept Matrix

CONCEPT manifesto | matrix

CONCEPT INVITES YOU TO: Don't just learn, experience. Don't just read, absorb.

Don't just change, transform. Don't just relate, advocate.

Don't just promise, prove. Don't just criticize, encourage.

Don't just think, ponder. Don't just take, give.

Don't just see, feel. Don’t just dream, do.

Don't just hear, listen. Don't just talk, act.

Don't just tell, show. Don't just exist, live.

Don’t just wait, impact.

- Inspired by Roy T. Bennett

MISSION an academically rigorous, challenging, inclusive, global education designed to develop happy and thoughtful human beings who positively impact the world we live in. The school's program is designed to nurture the dispositions of lifelong learners who collaborate to co-create, embrace an entrepreneurial mindset, understand the meaning of living sustainably, and are globally and digitally fluent.

Learners apply habits of mind to their daily actions, use the language of thinking to communicate, and understand the elements of design thinking to problem-solve and innovate.

Learning is facilitated and assessed through relevant, project-based experiences. Upon graduation, learners will be prepared for their university of choice in Brazil, or elsewhere around the world.

STATEMENT

ESCOLA CONCEPT OFFERS

OUR CORE

Innovation We value the ability to think creatively and to come up with novelty ideas that can solve complex problems to mobilize positive change.

Continuous learning and improvement We believe that learning is a lifelong process. We are committed to continuous learning, growth, and development in all that we do.

Creativity We believe that creativity is essential for success in an increasingly complex and interconnected world. We are committed to fostering a culture that values and nurtures the active use of imagination in all its forms.

Intercultural competencies We believe that to navigate the complexities of the world we inhabit, inclusivity and diversity need to be intentionally addressed and supported. We are committed to cultivating a welcoming and inclusive environment that values and respects all individuals.

Academic mindsets We value the ability to think deeply and critically about complex issues and to approach problems with an open and curious mind. We believe in setting high expectations, viewing mistakes as part of learning, and in cultivating culturally responsive practices.

We are committed to supporting our community in understanding their belonging and value, alongside who they are as learners to empower their successes.

Ethics and integrity We value honesty, transparency, and strong ethical responsibility.

We are committed to acting with integrity in all that we do.

Social responsibility We believe that we have a responsibility to make a positive impact on the world and are committed to using our resources and expertise to create positive change.

VALUES

Beyond our four pillars of collaboration, sustainability, digital fluency, and entrepreneurship, we chose to highlight seven core values that ground us.

WE BELIEVE: That all learners have the potential to be creative and innovative thinkers, and we are committed to fostering these dispositions in all of our students.

In the power of collaboration and teamwork to encourage our learners to work together and support one another in his/her learning and growth.

In the importance of personal and social responsibility, and action to instill these values in our learners through our curricula and programs.

WE ARE COMMITTED TO: Using the latest research data and technology to enhance the learning experience to prepare our learners for success in an ever-changing world.

Building strong partners with our immediate and greater community to enhance the success of our learners success.

WE VALUE: Thinking, inquiry, curiosity, projects of impact, collaboration, diversity of thought, questions, predictions, global & digital fluency, alongside a welcoming and inclusive environment where all learners are valued and supported to achieve their utmost potential.

Creativity and innovation in all areas of learning, alongside a culture that fosters and supports these dispositions in our learners, faculty, staff, and greater community.

WE EMBRACE: A culture of continuous learning and growth and we encourage our learners, faculty, and staff to take risks, embrace new ideas, and strive for excellence in all they do.

MANIFESTO

OUR

We believe in citizenship. We believe in sustainable decision making followed by sustainable action while potentializing the use of our resources.

CONCEPT is sustainability

CONCEPT is collabora(C)tion We believe in fostering joyful learning environments and learning from one another. Synergy is at our core.

We believe in bringing awareness about diversity while embracing differences and celebrating uniqueness.

CONCEPT is entrepreneurship We believe in developing strong networks, in growing leadership capacities, and cultivating long lasting relationships.

CONCEPT is digital fluency We believe in the multiple global languages of innovation, integration, and accessibility.

MA TRIX SCHOOL

WHAT'S THE

We teach our learners how to recognize the importance of respecting others in their beliefs based on our Honor Code, which states three fundamental pillars: Respect for Itself Respect for Others Respect for the Environment To nurture an ethical and moral behavior in our learners we offer a solid base of knowledge with tools and resources such as classes, assemblies, talks, field trips and fairs aiming the questioning of decision making, its problems and solutions in a great culture of thinking, developing learner’s critical thinking and inspiring them to apply the Habits of Minds into our routines. These resources support our learners on reflecting about their choices, its pros and cons and to develop a better understanding of their decisions.

MATRIX ABOUT?

We understand learning as a full formation focusing on the intersection between intellect, body, emotion, individual and collective matters, so ethics and morals are highly valuable notions in our community. We are committed to creating an atmosphere of respect, in which all members of our community are valued and appreciated, acting directly on the construction of an environment in which our learners are able to develop their moral character and to understand the implications of their actions.

In order to make our learners conscious of their actions, we created a referential Matrix proposing different consequences by levels. The Matrix proposes guidance for a healthy and constructive demeanor in our campus, always considering dialogue openness, active listening and reparation as the source for the construction and strengths of relations in our community. Our consequence levels are: Strike: an orientation registered as a warning by the educator when needed Dean's Department verbal orientation and/or Reflection Form (via Google Forms) Written Warning Suspension: learner’s suspension for a specific period. The learner must stay at home during the established period doing activities aligned with the ongoing classes as directed by educators.

3 STRIKES ON THE SAME DAY LEAD TO A REFLECTION FORM SHARED WITH PARENTS

Lack of engagement / paying attention / being on task Calling out / class disruptions / side conversations Bad maintenance of learning space (cleanness, organization of school supplies) Inappropriate use of the iPad (using the device as a distraction) Talking over the educators / learners Use of non school objects during class (toys, cards, balls)

BEHAVIORS

LEVEL 1

VERBAL ORIENTATION WITH THE DEAN OF STUDENTS DEPARTMENT REFLECTION FORM SHARED WITH PARENTS

Refusal to follow specific directives Unjustified absence/late for one period (family warning) Disrespect: Teasing / attitude / inappropriate demonstrations of affection Unsafe behavior / play Use of swear words on campus Use of cell phone/airpods/gadgets

BEHAVIORS

LEVEL 2

WRITTEN WARNING (SHARED WITH PARENTS)

Skipping class Major/chronic refusal to follow specific directives Pattern of aggressive/profane language Use of intentional inappropriate language to offend and threat Forging signature Plagiarism / academic dishonesty / cheating Intentional destruction of school and general supplies Taking / going through other people's belongings without permission

BEHAVIORS

LEVEL 3

SUSPENSION (PHONE CALL TO PARENTS) Chronic level 3 behaviors Leaving school premises without permission Intentional aggressive physical contact Possession of dangerous, offensive or pornographic material Property destruction/Vandalism Possession of tobacco, electronic cigarettes, alcohol or any illegal substances Harassment of learners/educators Theft Cyber offense/attack/bullying Discrimination (i.e. racial, gender, social, ethnic etc) Bullying Obscene or sexual behavior

BEHAVIORS

LEVEL 4

CONSEQUENCES STEPS 3 STRIKES

3 REFLECTION FORMS

Reflection Form

Written Warning

3 WRITTEN WARNING

3 SUSPENSIONS

Suspension

Family meeting

GUIDE LINES We understand every space in our campus as a learning space and every break or lunch time as a learning time. This mindset is set so learners are able to live an active and meaningful learning experience within the whole school period, developing integrity and community values based on our daily Habits of Mind. Our referential matrix supports the expectations that we have on our learners, guiding them at every space in order to understand these expectations, aiming for the learner's self regulation and autonomy.

BLUE COURT, RED COURT, SOCCER FIELD We expect learners to be able to spend time together in a respectful and healthy way, to develop teamwork, live in harmony and in a deep cooperation during their playtime. We strongly believe in the power of sports on learning since respect for itself, respect for others and respect for the rules of the game are essential notions for the development of a strong and healthy community. The Habits of Mind mobilized for this objective are: Thinking Interdependently Managing Impulsivity

CAFETERIA

We understand lunch time as a crucial moment for learners to develop community values, self regulation and responsibility. Since the cafeteria is an active space, learners should be able to understand that a strong behavior keeps the cafeteria clean and tidy for everyone and avoids food waste, essential notions to build a strong community. The Habits of Mind mobilized for this objective are: Thinking Interdependently Gathering Data Through All Senses Listening with Understanding and Empathy Managing Impulsivity

AUDITORIUM Our auditorium is one of the most important learning spaces on campus with an energetic routine of international conferences, events, classes and overall learning opportunities. We expect learners to develop interaction skills, attention, active listening, critical thinking and community values in this learning space.

The Habits of Mind mobilized for this objective are: Questioning and Posing Problems Remaining Open to Continuous Learning Responding with Wonderment and Awe Listening with Understanding and Empathy

MAKER SPACE AND MULTILABS The Maker Space and Multilabs are the core of our community since our focus on Project Based Learning demands an advanced space of technology for project development. Since this is such an important space, our expectations for learners when using any Maker Space ou Multilabs are much higher in a sense that precaution, responsibility, maturity and focus are non negotiable guidelines here. Handling tools and developing high tech projects demands safety, which demands the development of self regulation and autonomy. The Habits of Mind mobilized for this objective are: Taking Responsible Risks Creating, Imagining, and Innovating Striving for Accuracy Thinking Interdependently