This month at KISJ, all elementary students and their parents will get a chance to participate in "Student-Led Learning Exhibitions," which you may also know as "student-led conferences."
What is Student-Led Learning Exhibition? This is an opportunity for students to lead a conference about the academic progress they have made over the school year. The key is that this event is student-led. Teachers will be present in the classroom but will not be discussing individual grades or progress, as the students will be in charge of leading the discussion with their families. Why is it important? Students will take ownership of their learning experience, showing their families what they have learned, and leading the discussion (vs. a traditional conference where the teacher leads discussion). This is an opportunity for students to reflect on their goals and the growth they have made this year. This format promotes the KISJ Fundamental 4 Dragon Values: respect (showing respect to parents by welcoming them as guests in their classrooms), responsibility (students taking responsibility for their learning), collaboration (students collaborating with parents to have them participate in engaging learning experiences), and communication (communicating about goals and progress made). How are Student-Led Learning Exhibitions powerful for ELL students? This format is student-centered, focusing on what the student can do. Student-led exhibitions build confidence and independence, and allow ELL students to take pride in their success and reflect on the growth they have made. During the exhibitions, students can communicate in their home language with parents to show their learning and talk about their goals. This rich conversation can begin at school and continue at home. Student-led learning exhibitions are a celebration of student success. Parents will receive more information on Student-Led Learning Exhibitions at KISJ from teachers in the coming weeks. We all look forward to welcoming you back to KISJ for this exciting opportunity!
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