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IB & PYP News
St. Anthony Academy

2015-2016

1st Six Weeks

A Call to Action!

IB Learner Profile Attributes:
Inquirers
Knowledgeable
Thinkers
Communicators
Principled
Open-minded
Caring
Risk-takers
Balanced
Reflective

One of the expectations of the PYP is that successful inquiry will lead to responsible action initiated by the student as a result of the learning process. Action will extend the student’s learning, or it may have a wider social impact. Students are empowered to choose to act; to decide on their action; and to reflect on these actions in order to make a change in the world. This action is not forced, rather it is a voluntary act that stems from deep learning experiences at school. Our school wide action effort for the month of October is Breast Cancer Awareness, we have pledged to donate funds to the Susan G. Komen Foundation to help find a cure for Breast Cancer.

INQUIRY?
Exploring, wondering, and questioning
Experimenting and playing with possibilities
Making connections and predictions
Collecting data and reporting findings
Clarifying existing ideas and reappraising perceptions of events
Researching and seeking information
Taking and defending a position
Solving problems in a variety of ways

The 5Cs of Creating Action ...

Connect: What do you feel strongly about. Find a cause or conflict that you are passionate about and that you personally connect to.
Collect: Now it’s time to become knowledgeable about the issue by doing research and to collect information about your issue or concern
Collaborate: It’s time to pair up and collaborate with others! Consider the value of teamwork in taking action on this issue
Create: This is the time to use your creativity, critical thinking skills, and problem solving skills to create an action that focuses on the solution
Communicate: Now that you have an action, it is time to share!. Ensure that your idea is supported by evidence and communicate how you feel, what you know, and how others can help
(Education. Www.HelpTakeAction.com)