International Baccalaureate 

Year 9 Community Project Presentations

We are excited to invite parents to join us for the Year 9 Community Project presentations, taking place on Wednesday 30 October, from 3.30 to 4.30pm at the SY building. This event marks the conclusion of your child's MYP journey at GNLC, showcasing their dedication, creativity, and year-long effort in addressing important community issues.

The presentations highlight not only their academic achievements but also their growth in service, leadership, and teamwork. It is a proud moment for students, and we encourage all parents to come and support them as they share their projects and reflect on their experiences. 

We look forward to celebrating this milestone with you!

Jessica Ventura

MYP Coordinator

The Knowledgeable Learner

As IB learners, we strive to be knowledgeable by exploring concepts, ideas, and issues of local and global significance. This journey allows us to acquire in-depth knowledge and develop a broad understanding across various disciplines.

A great example of a knowledgeable student exploring new ideas occurred during our Year 1 excursion to the zoo this week. During a zookeeper talk, Tanishqa from 1D made insightful connections between the green fur of a monkey and the leaves in its habitat. She explained how this camouflage helps the monkey hide from predators, illustrating her understanding of the relationship between animals and their environment.

At GNLC, we support students in pursuing knowledge as a means of understanding God's creation and our place within it. This aligns with the notion of being knowledgeable, as it involves not only acquiring information but also applying that knowledge to engage with moral and ethical issues and serve others.

What does knowledge mean to you?

‘Knowledgeable means that we gather information and ideas from anywhere and everywhere and from different perspectives. When we explore knowledge from everywhere, we learn more and make more informed decisions.’ – Dhiren

‘Knowledgeable means making responsible decisions. Thinking outside the box, especially when you come across different tricky problems.’ – Harnaaz

‘To me being knowledgeable is when you think before you act. In class, it is using our prior knowledge and experiences to add to discussions. In the world it is using what we know and have to help others.’ - Varish

How can parents support their children's knowledge development at home?

• Encourage your child to stay informed about current events.
• Help them connect their interests to other subjects.
• When your child asks questions, guide them to find answers themselves instead of providing direct responses.
• Discuss what they are learning in school and engage in meaningful conversations about it.
• Ask open-ended questions, such as “What makes you say that?”
• Nurture your child's interests through books, outings, and activities that align with their passions.

Rebecca Moore

PYP Coordinator