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Music
Music programs for our students have several key elements to ensure their success.
First, the program has a clear purpose that aligns with the school's mission and goals. This includes fostering musical appreciation and talent, encouraging creativity and self-expression, and developing teamwork and collaboration skills.
Second, NMS offers a diverse range of musical styles and genres, to cater to the varying interests and abilities of students. This includes classical music, jazz, pop, rock, and world music, Nepali traditional music among others. This helps to engage students who have different learning styles and musical preferences.
Third, we provide students with access to quality musical instruments, equipment, and resources. This includes instruments such as guitars, drums, and brass and woodwind instruments, as well as quality sheet music, needed electronic systems, recordings, and instructional materials.
Fourth, NMS provides its students with quality instruction and mentorship with a carefully crafted curriculum, so they can develop their musical skills and knowledge. This includes access to experienced music teachers, as well as opportunities for individual and ensemble performance and collaboration.
To conclude, NMS provides students with opportunities to perform and showcase their musical talents, both within the school and in the wider community. This includes concerts, and competitions, which help to build confidence, foster a sense of accomplishment, and bring the music program to life. By implementing these elements, the school ensures that the music program is a well-rounded, engaging, and meaningful experience for the students.
Sports
The NMS sports program provides a safe and supportive environment for students to engage in physical activity and develop important life skills. Through participation in sports, students can learn the importance of setting and working towards goals, as well as the value of teamwork and cooperation. By participating in organized sports, students also have the opportunity to learn about sportsmanship, healthy competition, and the importance of fair play. Additionally, the NMS sports program provides an opportunity for students to build relationships with classmates and coaches, promoting a sense of community and belonging.
Sports activities play a crucial role in keeping our students healthy and fit. By participating in sports activities, students have the opportunity to engage in regular physical exercise, which is essential for maintaining a healthy weight, reducing the risk illness, and improving overall physical health.
Sports activities often involve teamwork, which helps students learn to work together towards a common goal. This teamwork experience helps students develop communication skills and the importance of cooperation and support. Participating in sports also help students build self-confidence and develop a sense of self-esteem as they learn new skills and achieve success. In addition to the physical and mental benefits, sports activities can help students develop important life skills such as leadership, goal-setting, and problem-solving. Sports activities provide opportunities for students to socialize, build relationships, and create a sense of community.
Establishing clear and achievable objectives for the NMS sports program is critical for its success. By focusing on offering a variety of sports, providing quality coaching, ensuring safe facilities and equipment, promoting inclusivity and accessibility, and fostering student development, our program provides students with a positive and enriching sports experience.
New Millennium Philosophy of Sports - Sportsmanship and Fairplay
Sportsmanship and fair play are fundamental values that should be instilled in students as they participate in sports. These values promote respect for others, encourage positive behavior, and create a positive and enjoyable sports environment for everyone involved.
Sportsmanship involves showing respect for one's opponents, teammates, and officials, regardless of the outcome of the game. This includes congratulating the winning team, shaking hands after the game, and avoiding unsportsmanlike behavior. By exhibiting good sportsmanship, students can learn valuable lessons about respect, responsibility, and teamwork, which can be applied to other areas of their lives.
Fair play, on the other hand, refers to playing by the rules and acting in an ethical and honest manner. This includes following the rules of the game, avoiding cheating or unfair practices, and playing with integrity and respect for others. Fair play promotes a level playing field and ensures that everyone has an equal chance to participate and succeed. Incorporating sportsmanship and fair play into the school sports program helps to create a positive and inclusive environment for all students. By emphasizing these values, students can learn to appreciate and respect the efforts and abilities of others, and to behave in a responsible and respectful manner. This, in turn, helps to build a strong and supportive sports community, where all students can participate and enjoy the benefits of sports.
Visual Arts Program at NMS
The objectives of a visual arts program for NMS students focus on several key areas to promote creativity, technical skill development, and cultural appreciation. The first objective is to encourage creativity and self-expression. Visual arts provide our students with a space to explore their imagination and to express their thoughts and emotions through their art. This helps students develop their creativity and encourages self-expression, which is important for building self-confidence and self-esteem.
The second objective of the NMS visual arts program is to develop technical skills. Visual arts classes help students develop technical skills in areas such as drawing, painting, sculpting, and printmaking. This will support students to create more complex and sophisticated artworks and to develop their technical abilities in a fun and engaging way.
The visual arts program fosters critical thinking and cultural appreciation. Visual arts encourage students to think creatively and to solve problems, while also introducing them to different art styles, cultures, and traditions from around the world. This can help students appreciate the role that art plays in different societies, and improve their critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
The ultimate aim of the NMS Visual Arts Program is to provide students with opportunities to develop their creativity, technical skills, and cultural appreciation. The program provides a supportive and engaging environment for our students to explore their imagination, develop their skills, and appreciate the role that art plays in different societies.
Millennium Theatre
New Millennium School has a state-of-the-art 120-seat black- box theater named “Millennium Theatre” for a diverse range of performing arts. The theater is equipped with a top-notch sound system and professional lighting, offering a performing stage with a spacious 500 square feet area, as well as green rooms.
Theatre program
Theatre program at New Millennium is an educational program that provides students with opportunities to participate in theatrical performances, learn about the theatrical arts, and develop their performance skills. The program include drama classes, workshops, rehearsals, and productions. The purpose of the theatre program is to encourage our students to develop their creativity, imagination, and self-expression.
Through the theatre program, students have the opportunity to learn about different aspects of theatre, including acting, stagecraft, scriptwriting, and stage management. They may also learn about the history of theatre and the role it has played in different cultures and societies. In addition, senior students have the opportunity to participate in theatrical productions, which provides them with the chance to perform in front of an audience, develop their public speaking skills, and build their self-confidence.
NMS Theatre Program features
In order to achieve the program's purpose, NMS has a well-structured curriculum that provides students with a comprehensive and challenging theater education. This curriculum includes opportunities for students to engage in theater performance, production, design, and theater history. It provides students with a wide range of experiences, including theater improvisation, monologue and scene work, character development, and vocal training.
Another important aspect of the NMS theater program is the quality of its teaching staff. Teachers are well-equipped to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and guidance they need to succeed in the theater. This includes a strong background in theater, experience working with young people, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Teachers are passionate about theater and committed to helping students develop their potential.
To provide students with the best possible theater education, we have invested in quality facilities and equipment. This includes a well-equipped stage, lighting and sound systems, costumes, props, and set design materials. The school has a flexible theater space that can be adapted to meet the needs of different productions and programs.
NMS theater program is integrated into the wider school community and involves collaboration with other arts and academic programs. This includes partnerships with local theaters, performing arts organizations, or other schools. Such partnerships provide our students with valuable opportunities to perform, network, and build their skills and confidence.
NMS theater program provides students with a rich and rewarding education and helps them develop the skills, knowledge, and self-confidence they need to succeed in theater and beyond. By prioritizing quality facilities, experienced staff, and a comprehensive curriculum, our program ensures that it is both meaningful and accessible to all students.
The theater department ensures that the students have the necessary resources and support to bring these performances to life. This includes providing access to quality scripts, costumes, props, and sets, as well as access to professional-grade lighting and sound equipment. The program provides students with quality coaching and mentorship, so they can develop their skills and gain experience in all aspects of theater production, including acting, directing stage design, and stage management.
The school offers a variety of dance classes catering to students passionate about dance through its dance clubs. These classes encompass popular forms such as Nepali cultural, Bharat Natyam, Free style, and Salsa, presenting students with diverse options that are highly coveted.
The dance instructors employed by the school are proficient and professional in their respective fields. Specialized dance teachers are recruited to ensure students receive authentic and precise instruction in each dance style.
Our approach to dance classes is centered around providing students with a comprehensive experience focusing on cultural awareness, physical and emotional well-being, kinesthetics, and expression.
Cultural awareness plays a pivotal role in our dance classes, enabling students to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of various cultures and their traditional dance forms. Exposure to diverse dance styles broadens students' cultural perspectives and fosters a greater respect for different traditions.
Physical and emotional well-being are emphasized in our dance philosophy. Dancing not only enhances students' physical fitness but also contributes positively to their emotional health by alleviating stress and promoting overall well-being. Moreover, the creative expression inherent in dance allows students to explore their emotions and cultivate self-awareness.
kinesthetics involves the synchronization of physical movements with mental processes. Through dance classes, students develop heightened awareness, refining their coordination and balance. Furthermore, dance enhances cognitive abilities as students learn to memorize choreography, rhythms, and steps.
Expression is a fundamental component of our dance philosophy. Dance provides students with a unique platform for creative expression, nurturing self-confidence as they communicate emotions, ideas, and experiences nonverbally. This enables students to develop their own distinct voice and style.
The New Millennium School has grouped its activities into eight categories, ranging from in-class activities to outdoor, community, and wider experiences. Clubs are also established to allow students to participate in these activities, promoting their overall development and providing them with broad exposure to the world around them.
At New Millennium School, counseling support is available to students as needed. The service is staffed by trained professionals, including psychologists, counselors, and therapists, who assist students in overcoming challenges and enhancing their coping skills for improved academic achievement and overall well-being. The counseling services offered can encompass individual or group therapy, career counseling, and workshops focused on topics such as stress management and time management.
NMS counseling program follows strategies that are normally used by counselors to help students manage their stress:
By utilizing these and other evidence-based strategies, counselors help students effectively manage their stress and improve their overall well-being.
The STEAM program is an innovative educational approach that fuses the subjects of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics to provide students with a well-rounded and integrated curriculum. This program aims to equip students with the necessary skills, knowledge, and experience to thrive in today's rapidly evolving and technology-driven world. By bringing together the traditional disciplines of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics with the arts, the STEAM program provides students with a broad-based education that prepares them for an array of careers and opportunities. Whether a student is interested in technology, engineering, science, or the arts, the STEAM program provides a solid foundation to help them succeed in their chosen paths.
Our school’s well-crafted STEAM classes provide hands-on and engaging learning experiences that foster creativity and critical thinking skills. New Millennium School has several approaches to organizing these classes to ensure that students receive a well-rounded education in the STEAM disciplines.
One approach is project-based learning, where students work on real-world problems and challenges, using the STEAM disciplines to find solutions. This approach encourages students to think creatively, work collaboratively, and apply their knowledge and skills in practical ways. The teacher should provide students with clear project goals and expectations, as well as support and guidance throughout the process.
Another approach is hands-on activities and experiments, where students engage in hands-on exploration and discovery. This approach allows students to experiment, make mistakes, and learn from their experiences. The teacher provides clear instructions, demonstrations, and opportunities for students to work independently and in groups.
Interdisciplinary projects, where students work on projects that cross multiple STEAM disciplines, provide students with an opportunity to see the connections between the subjects and to develop a well-rounded understanding of the STEAM disciplines. The teacher provides clear project goals and expectations, as well as support and guidance throughout the process.
The New Millennium Learner mindset serves as the foundation for developing learner profile attributes. The NMS education programs aim to cultivate 12 mindsets in its students, which will help shape them into well-rounded individuals. Each mindset represents a specific way of thinking and behaving that the school seeks to foster in its students. The ultimate goal is to equip students with the skills and abilities needed to navigate a rapidly changing world and make a positive impact in their communities.
Accountability: The state of being answerable and responsible for one's actions, decisions, and the consequences that follow. This involves taking ownership of one's behavior, accepting the results of one's choices, and being accountable to others.
Appreciation: A recognition and expression of gratitude towards the good qualities and efforts of others. This includes valuing others, expressing thanks, and building positive relationships through the acknowledgment of their contributions.
Broad-mindedness: A state of having an open and inclusive perspective, characterized by the willingness to consider different ideas, opinions, and perspectives. This promotes intellectual curiosity, encourages tolerance and understanding, and supports a growth mindset.
Cooperation: The act of working together towards a common goal, involving shared responsibility, effective communication, and teamwork. Cooperation requires collaboration, coordination, and mutual support, to achieve a shared objective.
Confidence: A belief in one's own abilities and potential, characterized by a sense of self-reliance and a positive outlook. Confidence enables individuals to take action toward their personal and professional goals, pursue their passions, and navigate challenges with resilience.
Decency: A set of values and behaviors that are considered acceptable and appropriate in society. This includes acting with integrity, treating others with dignity and respect, and adhering to ethical and moral principles.
Eagerness: A strong desire or passion for something, characterized by willingness, enthusiasm, and a positive outlook on life. Eagerness drives individuals to pursue their goals, explore new opportunities, and embrace challenges with positivity.
Empathy: The ability to share and understand the feelings and experiences of others, characterized by compassion and understanding. Empathy involves considering another person's perspective, emotions, and experiences, and building positive relationships based on mutual understanding.
Independence: The state of making decisions and taking action based on one's own values, beliefs, and principles. Independence promotes personal responsibility, self-sufficiency, and autonomy, and supports individuals in navigating life with confidence and self-reliance.
Inquisitiveness: A strong desire to learn and explore, characterized by intellectual curiosity and a thirst for knowledge. Inquisitiveness drives individuals to seek out new information, expand their understanding, and grow as individuals.
Respect: The act of showing esteem, consideration, and regard for others, and treating them with dignity. Respect involves recognizing and valuing the contributions of others, fostering positive relationships, and promoting a sense of community and mutual support.
Righteousness: A state of having a moral and ethical code of conduct, characterized by integrity, fairness, and justice. Righteousness involves making decisions based on principles of fairness and equity, acting with honesty and sincerity, and promoting positive social and ethical values.
NMS Learner Attributes
The goal of NMS Learner Profile is to develop students who will reach to excellence and unfold a total educated personality.
Students work at maximum level towards a set of standards as defined by the school. Their learning and performing remains at a challenge level with each of their academic skills and developed intellectual abilities. They learn from all of the knowledge areas meaningfully.
Students become lifelong learner that they are self motivated in persuit of knowledge for both personal enrichment and competency. They equally value different knowledge areas and appreciate them. They understand that learning is a never ending process and value this as important as knowledge.
They make sense of the world based on their own observation and experiences rather than just depending on the word of others. They trust their own ability and broader enquiry to make judgements even if it may contradict. They are willing to grow from experience and reflection.
Students appply the power of imagination for creativity. They use the abilities to think in a newer way and sharpen this human ability.
Students understand that they are obliged to act to benefit society at large as this is a duty every individual has to perform. They critically appreciate their own culture and value the tradition of others. They care environment and nature, and stand as a contributing social member.
Students become integrated idividual and maintain consistancy of honesty, actions, values and practices.They take responsibility for their choice and actions and their outcomes. They are balanced individuals with right moral standards.
They are world citizen as they understand that they are the part off world community and its values and practices. They believe in humanity and accept that in all people.
Students percieve themselves as intelligent, confident, kind and courageous individuals. They fully accept themselves and grow with positive attitude.
At the center of NMS education are our students with their own learning styles, strengths, and challenges. We understand that they come to school with combinations of unique and shared patterns of values, knowledge, and experience of their realm and their place in it.
Promoting open communication based on understanding and respect, NMS encourages students to become active, independent, and lifelong learners. The nature of education at our school is holistic and progressive - it is concerned with the whole person. Along with cognitive development, SOLP programs address students' social, emotional, and physical well-being. SOLP values and offers opportunities for students to become active and responsible social members, and it equally focuses attention on academic excellence through rigor.
So NMS learners strive to become academically excellent, lifelong learners, independent thinkers, integrated individuals, socially responsible, imaginative, creative individuals withpositive self-images. These qualities represent a broad spectrum of human capacities and responsibilities that simply go beyond mere intellectual development and academic success.
As the NMS vision and mission are in action, the learner profile concisely describes the aspirations of excellence we seek at our school. The profile calls for global citizenship and allows our students to cross the boundaries of nations and think from global perspectives as they grow.
Learning to Learn "Learning to learn" at our NMS refers to the process of developing the ability to continuously and effectively acquire knowledge and skills throughout the student’s life. This means having the capacity to learn on one's own and the ability to transfer knowledge and skills from one situation to another. The goal of learning to learn is to help individuals become self-directed learners who can continuously adapt and grow throughout their lives.
At New Millennium School, we believe that education is a lifelong journey, and we aim to equip our students with the skills and habits to continue learning throughout their lives. The focus of our SOLP programs is "learning to learn," which involves developing strong learning skills, fostering a love of knowledge, and encouraging independent thinking.
Our well-structured curriculum is designed to stimulate curiosity, build a love of learning, and cultivate positive attitudes toward education. Our classrooms foster an environment of inquiry and reflection, where students are encouraged to challenge themselves, engage in discussions, and utilize educational resources to inspire independent thinking and push the boundaries of their abilities. At New Millennium School, we foster meaningful learning experiences, which is why our highly trained teachers aim for students to not just memorize facts and formulas, but to truly grasp the concepts and make connections between different pieces of knowledge. The goal is to foster a sense of originality and help students develop a well-rounded, fully educated personality.
Making the Most of Talent: NMS recognizes every individual's uniqueness towards the learning process and the need for each individual to be identified and fostered individually. We encourage creative and critical learning and making maximum use of potential. The school has created such a learning climate in which students easily sharpen their skills and abilities. This, in turn, empowers the students to have an access to their innermost capabilities leading to Outstanding Learning Performance. Each of our students gets opportunities to learn and experiment according to their interests and styles. We provide professional guidance from qualified, experienced teachers who use procedures with appropriate pedagogies that broaden the student's horizons and enable them to reflect upon what they have learned and hope to achieve.
Inquiry: This forms the centerpiece of the whole SOLP program. It features structured inquiry both into established bodies of knowledge and into complex problems. In this approach, prior knowledge and experience establish the basis for new learning, and students' own curiosity provides the most effective motivation for learning that is engaging, relevant, challenging, and significant. SOLP directs students to meaningful scaffolding through the constructivist approach. Reflection: As NMS education fosters creativity and imagination through the learner profile, it offers students opportunities for considering the nature of human thought and for developing the skills and commitments necessary not only to remember but also to analyze one's own thinking and effort.
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