Service as Action at Amman Academy – November 2024

The recent success of our Service as Action (SA) exhibition for the Middle Years Programme (MYP) was a significant milestone for Amman Academy. The program exemplifies our vision of fostering global citizens by providing a quality and meaningful learning experience.

What Is Service as Action?

Service as Action is a cornerstone of the MYP program, encouraging students to go beyond the classroom and engage with their communities. It is more than just volunteering—it is about identifying needs, taking initiative, and reflecting on how their actions contribute to the well-being of others and the environment. This year, our students have developed skills in demonstrating creativity, empathy, and responsibility through their projects.

A Range of Impactful Projects

Students worked in groups to address diverse community needs and issues which included environmental impact awareness programs, support for local orphans, English lessons in a local school, sport and fitness opportunities on site and mapping of Townsite trails.

Developing Key Skills

Throughout these projects, students honed essential Approaches to Learning (ATL) skills such as communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and self-management. They learned how to plan and execute projects, adapt to challenges, and evaluate the outcomes of their efforts.

Reflection and Growth

Reflection is an integral part of the Service as Action experience. After completing their projects, students shared insights during presentations and written reflections. They explored the impact of their work, challenges faced, and lessons learned. Many expressed a renewed sense of gratitude, empathy, and determination to continue their contributions to the community.

Looking Ahead

This is just the beginning of our commitment to Services as Action at Amman Academy. Through  the dedication and creativity of our MYP students and the supportive guidance of their teachers we will continue to grow this program. As a school, we are committed to fostering these transformative experiences, helping our students grow as compassionate and active global citizens.

Service as Action di Amman Academy

Keberhasilan pameran Service as Action (SA) baru-baru ini untuk Program Tahun Menengah (MYP) merupakan tonggak penting bagi Amman Academy. Program ini mencerminkan visi kami untuk membentuk warga dunia dengan memberikan pengalaman belajar yang bermakna dan berkualitas.

Apa itu Service as Action?
Service as Action adalah pilar utama dari program MYP yang mendorong siswa untuk melampaui pembelajaran di kelas dan terlibat langsung dengan komunitas mereka. Ini bukan sekadar kegiatan sukarela, tetapi mencakup identifikasi kebutuhan, mengambil inisiatif, dan merefleksikan bagaimana tindakan mereka berkontribusi pada kesejahteraan orang lain dan lingkungan. Tahun ini, siswa kami telah mengembangkan keterampilan dengan menunjukkan kreativitas, empati, dan tanggung jawab melalui berbagai proyek mereka.

Beragam Proyek yang Berdampak
Siswa bekerja dalam kelompok untuk menangani berbagai kebutuhan dan isu komunitas, termasuk program kesadaran dampak lingkungan, dukungan untuk anak-anak yatim lokal, pelajaran bahasa Inggris di sekolah lokal, peluang olahraga dan kebugaran di lokasi, serta pemetaan jalur di Townsite.

Mengembangkan Keterampilan Utama
Melalui proyek-proyek ini, siswa mengasah keterampilan penting dalam Approaches to Learning (ATL), seperti komunikasi, kolaborasi, berpikir kritis, dan manajemen diri. Mereka belajar merencanakan dan melaksanakan proyek, beradaptasi dengan tantangan, serta mengevaluasi hasil dari upaya mereka.

Refleksi dan Pertumbuhan
Refleksi adalah bagian integral dari pengalaman Service as Action. Setelah menyelesaikan proyek mereka, siswa berbagi wawasan melalui presentasi dan refleksi tertulis. Mereka mengeksplorasi dampak pekerjaan mereka, tantangan yang dihadapi, dan pelajaran yang diperoleh. Banyak yang mengungkapkan rasa syukur, empati, dan tekad baru untuk terus berkontribusi kepada komunitas mereka.

Melangkah ke Depan
Ini baru permulaan dari komitmen kami terhadap Service as Action di Amman Academy. Melalui dedikasi dan kreativitas siswa MYP kami, serta bimbingan penuh dukungan dari para guru mereka, kami akan terus mengembangkan program ini. Sebagai sekolah, kami berkomitmen untuk menyediakan pengalaman transformatif ini, membantu siswa kami tumbuh menjadi warga dunia yang penuh empati dan aktif.

Credits: Report – Michael Delaney MYP coordinator. Photos- Pak Craig.