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MYP Media Design Technology
In an era of debates about “Fake News” and data privacy, in which content can go viral and reach a million eyes in only a few hours, the power of digital media is unquestionable. The MYP Media Design Technology program at M’KIS teaches students how to navigate the constant stream of information in our digital lives and to harness the power of digital resources to create and communicate ideas in engaging and impactful ways.
The M’KIS Media Design Technology program is built around three core components: digital citizenship, media literacy, and media design. The digital citizenship element helps students to learn how to participate in online communities in safe and positive ways. The media literacy component teaches students skills to access, critically evaluate, and create digital media. Finally, the media design element of the program engages students in creating integrated media including audio, video, text, and images, to communicate their ideas and opinions. This is structured in the MYP Design Cycle framework that promotes inquiry, analysis, and problem-solving; key 21st century skills.
At M’KIS, our MYP Media Design Technology program provides students with all of the skills and competencies they need to understand, communicate, and take action as empowered 21st century global digital citizens and provides foundational knowledge in digital media creation for students seeking to pursue further studies and careers in this growing creative field.
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Written by Matt Boomhower - Director of Innovation and Technology at Mont'Kiara International School
MYP Product Design at M'KIS
“Design is not just what it looks and feels like. Design is how it works.” - Steve Jobs
As a part of adopting the International Baccalaureate Middle Years’ Programme (MYP) we were excited to add Product Design as an element of our expanding STEAM programming at M’KIS this year. Our MYP Product Design Technology course challenges students to apply practical and creative thinking to solve problems by designing products to meet different needs.
Over the course of their project-based learning units, students work through a design cycle that involves four major steps: (1) Inquiry and analysis of the problem; (2) Developing ideas and planning; (3) Creating a product to solve the problem; and (4) Evaluating the success of their solution. Students can build on what they learn to improve the products that they create as they move through the cycle again!
Our new Product Design Lab is a safe and well-resourced space full of hand and power tools for working with many different types of materials, from wood to modern polymers and plastics. We’re continuing to add new tools and resources to the lab, including 3-D printing and modeling tools. Students’ daring and creativity are the only limits on the innovative solutions that they can create!
Design technology continues to move our society forward and dramatically change how we live our lives every day. MYP Product Design at M’KIS gives our students the opportunity to work through the same process that modern product designers use to build the tools we use to interact with our world each and every day to bring their bold ideas to life!
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Written by Matthew Boomhower - M'KIS Director of Innovation and Learning
M’KIS Athletes Perform Exceptionally at ISAC
At the recent International Schools' Athletics Conference (ISAC) Track and Field Championship held at Kuala Lumpur Alice Smith School (KLASS), the Mont’Kiara International School (M’KIS) athletes took home 23 medals with a combined elementary, middle and high school team of only 44 athletes.
In a highly competitive competition that consisted of Kuala Lumpur’s top international schools, M’KIS was one of the smaller teams on the day. The M’KIS athletes rose to the occasion and were a shining example of how a handful of dedicated athletes have the ability to compete at any level. Athletes from every school put forward exceptional performances throughout the day, making it a real testament to international school education here in Malaysia.
“We are exceptionally proud of each and every one of our athletes. They have worked incredibly hard over the past twelve weeks and deserve the results they achieved today. No matter where they placed, we know that they gave one-hundred percent on the day. We look forward to continuing to build a strong and competitive athletics program at M’KIS. We would also like to thank KLASS for hosting and putting on a great weekend.” - M’KIS Head Coach, Mr. Jeff Hritzuk.
The Elementary ISAC Championship took place on Saturday 23 February 2019, with the Middle and High School ISAC Championship taking place on Sunday 24 February 2019. Both days ran smoothly with a new format that was implemented this year in relation to the timing of events.
M'KIS College Acceptances
We are very proud to announce that many of our students have started to receive their college acceptance letters. Below is a list of just some of the colleges to which our 2019 graduating class has already been accepted to:
101 Dalmatians @ M'KIS
From nose to tail and ear to paw, 101 Dalmations was a howling success. Every character was spot on and delivered a performance worthy of the Palm Dog Award. We are so proud of our pack of pups for putting on such a spectacular performance. Congratulations to one and all. #proudlymkis
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Elementary School 101 Dalmatians 2019 showcase
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101 Dalmatians Group Photo
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101 Dalmatians Salute
101 Dalmatians Salute
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101 Dalmatians Officers
101 Dalmatians Officers
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Cruella De Vil on Stage
Cruella De Vil on Stage
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101 Dalmatians are saved
101 Dalmatians are saved
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Cruella De Vil and her crew
Cruella De Vil and her crew
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101 Dalmatians Finale at Mont'Kiara International School
101 Dalmatians Finale at Mont'Kiara International School
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M'KIS Cast Members of 101 Dalmatians
Mont'Kiara International School Cast Members of 101 Dalmatians
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The who cast takes a bow at Mont'Kiara International School's 101 Dalmatians performance.
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Cruella De Vil at Mont'Kiara International School
Cruella De Vil at Mont'Kiara International School on stage with her crew.
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101 Dalmatians at M'KIS
101 Dalmatians at M'KIS
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Mont'Kiara International School 101 Dalmatians Cast Members
Mont'Kiara International School 101 Dalmatians Cast Members celebrating
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Two cast members of 101 Dalmatians
Two cast members of 101 Dalmatians at M'KIS
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Cast members of 101 Dalmatians at Mont'Kiara International School
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M'KIS Student Feature - Ayman - Grade 8
Our future is in excellent hands if students like Ayman continue to take the initiative and work towards a better world for all. Ayman, now in grade 8 at M’KIS, is from Pakistan and moved with her family to Kuala Lumpur two years ago. As her first truly international school experience, Ayman’s eyes were opened to the endless possibilities that lie in front of her and feels that she has the freedom, support and ability to achieve anything she puts her mind to.
Last summer, while making bracelets with her mom at home here in Kuala Lumpur, the idea to form a mini summer school for other kids in Pakistan was sparked. Ayman got working on a Google Site, put together a Whatsapp group, designed a Google sign-up form and prepared a two-day mini summer program that was jam packed with fun arts and crafts activities. Through networking with her parents, colleagues, and friends in Pakistan, Ayman had 21 kids sign up for her program. The program was completely supported by her mom and dad who helped her with space, projectors and anything else she needed.
Taking initiative like this and actually making a success out of it is a testimony to Ayman’s tenacity and passion for people. Ayman has a dream of becoming a positive influence on people through being a motivational speaker; however, her ultimate goal is to be the Prime Minister of Pakistan.
Ayman, we are proud to have you and your family as part of our M’KIS Community. Keep doing what you’re doing and we know that one day you will achieve spectacular things.
“One child, one teacher, one pen and one book can change the world.” - Malala Yousafzai
Professional Development @ M'KIS
Professional development done differently! Our last professional development session involved the entire faculty and staff coming together in various classrooms around the school. Each group experienced a series of short presentations from different teachers. The goal of these sessions was for everyone to better understand the roles these teachers play and the high level of teaching and learning that occurs at M'KIS. It was great to see all the participants really enjoying themselves as they interacted with colleagues that they would usually not get the opportunity to interact with.
