Iskl's mission (void)

Part 1

The International School of Kuala Lumpur provides an exceptional (SILENCE) education that challenges each student to develop the attitudes, skills, knowledge and understanding to become a highly successful, spirited, socially responsible global citizen.

I feel that adding a silence after the word “exceptional” creates the best tension. When you add a VOID after the word, the audience might think that the school has many great programs or just one. They don't know what could be after it. People could think the school has a great sports program or academics or even activities. By adding the silence there creates a confusion in the audiences mind.

Part 2

I feel that one way composers can create great tension and then release is to have all the instruments cresendo from "pp" too "ff". Then complete silence. Rest for 2 measures and then finish with a big bang. 2 whole notes "fff" The tension is the silence

Role Model

We can make the world a better place by just doing something small. You don't have to start with the whole world, but maybe your school or your house. Matt Harding was on a backpacking trip and recorded a video of himself dancing funny. Soon the video spread and millions of people had watched it. He was offered a sponsership and people wanted to join in his dancing videos. People had smiles on their faces and were happy. They are getting connected. Just doing a silly dance is bringing people together. People who are different or who are shy. This is bringing them together like a family. They dance with him in rain, shine, or anything. They want to show there differences to the world. They want to be seen and heard and so does Matt. He loves seeing the happy and joyful faces on all the kids and adults. Matt has seen the differences and similarities every person has. He has witnessed different personalities and different cultures. He is spreading his ideas around while they then spread theres. He is now on a television commercial that has him dancing with people from different cultures. He has been a Role Model for everyone and he has taken that one step to make the world Peaceful.

I chose this photo because we all need a Role Model. Matt has been one to everyone. He has brought people together and made them happy. We can all be role models. Maybe not the President or Matt Harding, but how about the role model of your school or town.

Image by Alex Pardee

A Freind to be there :)

Today I watched the Compliment Guys and I thought of how good of an idea that was. A compliment is a simple thing to do to make someone feel better, smile, and have a good time. Many people now are gloomy and sad, but with a compliment you can change their world. I tested their theory on my Mom and it worked. I gave her compliments about her outfit and her food. She smiled back at me and said, "Thank you." Ever since then my mom has been in a much better mood. She is happier, talks more, and is excited. If everyone in the world helped one person or gave a compliment the world would become a more peaceful planet. All everyone needs is one good friend. Someone who helps them when their down or gives them a pat on the back after a bad test. If we all had 1 great friend the world might start to replace War with Peace. If instead we loved all countries and came together as one the world would live together in Peace. I think weall should compliment people, what they wear, how theyact, what they look like. We all need to make this planet better and this is how we can start.

I chose these two paintings because they show friendship and compliments. In the first one the purple monster is giving his friend a piggyback ride. We all need friends like this to make our only life as good as possible. In the second painting he is helping his buddy after an attack or something horrible. This shows how much they care for each other. This is what I need and everyone needs. Someone to be there for you.

Both images by Alex Pardee

YIN YANG

Rory, An uncommon name. It comes from Irish and means Red King. Some days I wish I were a King so I could banish anyone who called me Loly. Loly, such a girly name. I hate it! People who can’t say R’s say Loly. :) I do get called Loly and I have to put up with it. Rory is my name, and I love it because, no one has it and I hope not many more people will. It suits me. It’s different, it’s unique, and it’s me! Like magic people remember my name. Somehow it just gets stuck to people. People I don’t even know, say “Hey Rory” in the hall. My mom was going to name me Ryan. 9 months, I was “Hello Ryan, awe baby Ryan kicked.” But like magic my dad saved me. He is the superhero of my life. He thought of Rory and my mom liked it, I liked it, and my dad liked it. It was and is a perfect name. The only bad part was that I only knew Rory's that are girls. Everyone said it was a boy girl name and to not worry. Eventually I forgot this nonsense and looked at the good in my name. I found out that my name was like a Yin Yang thing like Good and Evil. Green is my last name and sounds smooth and natural and red is the meaning of Rory, which is fire and anger. The Good vs. Evil in my name makes a good balance in me. It says that I can be Good and Nice but can be Angry and Mean. Which hasn't kicked in yet! :) Rite now I'm not a king, not evil, I'm just nice Rory Green.

Choice

“The road of life twists and turns and no two directions are ever the same. Yet our lessons come from the journey, not the destination.” by Don Williams, Jr. This quote inspired me from the minute I saw it. I have changed the words to create my title. This quote made me realize that any way you go there is always a different ending. Life is a journey and it always ends differently. No one can be the same as someone and no one can be the same as you. We are all different in our own special ways. We all have a purpose and we all have choices. Choices, they all end differently causing a different end. The Earth is our home and we have to make choices. These choices are very important and they hold the future ahead for us. No two directions are ever the same. 

To infinity and GRADE 7!! :D

Hi 7th grade Teachers,
My name is Rory Green. Well people say that I am funny and nice. So i guess I am funny and nice. Now I am going to answer the questions below. I can't wait until 7th grade. :)

1. What piece of work and learning are you most proud? Explain.
I am most proud of my final Math and Science test. I studied so hard for these tests and it payed off. I am really proud of my grade. My parents are happy for me and I am happy. At the beginning of the year I didn't have the best grades. Since the second trimester I have been able to pull my grades up. Now I hope to get good grades on my report card. :D For 7th grade I will push myself to study just like these tests.

2. What were your greatest challenges? Explain.
The greatest challenge this year was getting my homework done on time. Near the beginning of the year I would leave my homework to the last possible moment. Too many times I would be up late at night finishing my homework. Now I am more organized and finish it with lots of effort. My grades have gotten higher and I still have time to play with my friends. Next year i will continue with my good strategy.

3. Reflecting on your growth this year, what did you learn about yourself as a learner?
I learned that I work better in a pair or group. Sometimes we would goof off. I work better with a mixed group. I learn more and we talk about it. We can all put our thoughts into the work. :D

4. To evaluate your work habits, choose 1 of the following from each category ( and provide explanations):

a) Behavior
I feel that I could use some help in behavior. Sometimes I get distracted from other people and lose focus. I sometimes need reminding to get on track. If I am on track I will finish my and will be done early. :)

b) Participation

I usually participate in activities. I will raise my hand to answer questions. Most topics I like and will be excited about. Sometimes I get bored if we sit for 80 minutes. This can be a bad thing :( I try to ask questions about homework to be sure about it.  :)

c) Organization

I am mostly organized. Although I like it when the homework is written on the bored. It helps me remember exactly what to do. My locker is organized and neat. I can find what I need in a second. I always getmy work done and hand it in on time.

d) Effort

I put effort into my work. I can say that I don't go super high. I mostly just get my work done. On tests I always try my best. In writing I try hard because I am not so good at it. I hope I can put lots of effort into all of my work next year.

5. Based upon your reflections, write two personal learning goals for Grade 7 next year.
Goal 1 - In Grade 7, I plan to try out for student Idle or the Talent show. I think that everone should get involved. It was fun watching and i hope i make it next year! :)  


Goal 2 - In Grade 7, I plan to get good grades. I have ok grades now and I reallly want Straight A's. You have to be really smart to get A's. I am going to try my hardest and do my best. :D


6.Is there any more information about yourself that you would like the teachers to know?

I CAN'T WAIT FOR 7th GRADE