Extra-curricular activities help students to learn about themselves and develop and use their skills and knowledge in different contexts
“Chris Davison”
STEM-IT EXTRA-CURRICULAR PROGRAM (IT, CODING, ROBOTICS AND COMPUTER ELECTRONICS)
We offer our parents the opportunity to expose their children to the indispensable knowledge of 21st century and beyond – a knowledge that is already inevitable in our daily personal, social, business and economic activities.
Computer programming otherwise known has coding is a knowledge-based concept required by all – both Kids and Adults to become relevant in the society, in business and in the economy of any nation in this present time and beyond.
STEM-IT COURSES WE OFFER
Software-Based (Kids are provided with Computers and Internet connectivity)
1. Game Development.
2. Animation/Cartoon Creation
3. Mobile App Development.
4. Web Development
5. Graphics Design
Hardware-Based (Schools/Parents are to Provide the Kits for the Kids for now)
6. Robotics Programming
7. Computer Electronics.
BENEFITS OF CODING TO KIDS
The following are some future and present benefits of coding to Kids;
• The unstoppable Digital revolution is powered by Computer Programming/Coding. Hence, kids with the knowledge of coding are better positioned to be decision makers and solution providers in the digitally-driven economy of the future.
• Coding provides a competitive advantage when applying to colleges, internships, and jobs.
• With coding knowledge, students better understand the world around them.
• Coding is fun and satisfying. Hence children are able to embrace learning, and understand concepts easily.
• Coding improves creativity and use of initiative.
• Coding activates problem solving skills and abilities in kids.
• Coding builds persistency in kids in achieving a goal.
• Coding fosters collaboration.
TAEKWONDO
Do you know that taekwondo enhances self-esteem by heightening your physical and mental powers. Builds confidence by encouraging you to succeed and to take control of your life. Develops discipline by thoroughly training your body and mind in the tenets and techniques of Taekwondo. Teaches self-defense by training you to recognize situations in which physical self-defense may be necessary, and teaching you how to control such situations to your advantage. Strengthens your mind and body through increased physical coordination and mental discipline.
ARTS AND CRAFT
Sure, arts and crafts can be messy, but children of all ages love them and it is actually good for them. Art serves as a means through which a child can express his or her true feelings. Children tend to feel good while creating things. Art helps boost self-confidence. Simple tasks such as using a pair of scissors or holding a paintbrush helps enhance fine motor skills. The ability to concentrate on something helps to lengthen their attention span and stimulate their senses. Children gain confidence when they learn a new craft as much as when they complete a particular craft/project.
COOKING/HOMEMAKER
Any mum can do with a little help once in a while in the kitchen/house. A homemaker and manager of a household can either be male or female. He should be taught the art and science of homemaking, which includes the purchase, preparation and service of good food, the selection and making of clothing, care of household items and the importance of proper hygiene amongst others. This club wishes to give your children valuable lessons in cooking, baking, sewing, house cleaning and responsibility that they need now and later in life. To become organized in what they are doing is the primary objective in this club.ct.
FOOTBALL
Football just like any other sport teaches children life lessons that go beyond the physical benefit. Football brings about oneness as seen amongst members of a team. Everyone has a role to play towards the success of the team. Football teaches children to value one another and learn to solve problems together. Your child’s confidence is built as he/she begins to see what he/she has been able to achieve with hard work. It helps you stay healthy and active. Sports gives you a boost psychologically and socially. For pupils it has been proven that being active gives an academic boost too. It encourages self and collective discipline and rewards hard work. Football teaches you to play by the rules, to be the best that you can be within the constraints of the game..
