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Staying Motivated and Avoiding Burnout as the School Year Winds Down

As we enter the final stretch of the school year here at Keys School Manila, it’s natural for motivation and energy levels to start waning. With final projects, papers, and Student-Led Conference presentations looming, the pressure can really start to build. However, it’s crucial to avoid burning out before making it across that finish line. …

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Keys School Students Shine at MMUN 2024

A Glimpse into Global Diplomacy: Keys School Students Shine at MMUN 2024 For Keys School Manila students Arie Cenzon and her Grade 8-9 peers, the Montessori Model United Nations (MMUN) conference last March 20-23, 2024 was an unparalleled opportunity to develop essential skills and gain new insights into the world of international diplomacy. Arie’s overall …

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Keyesta Family Day

Keyesta Family Day: A Vibrant Celebration of Community at Keys School Manila The warm April sun shone brightly over the lively Greenfield District as it played host to Keys School Manila’s highly anticipated Keyesta Family Day last April 5, 2024. This vibrant event brought together the entire school community – students, parents, staff, alumni, and …

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Lighting the Fire: A Review of Raising Lifelong Learners

As we celebrate Literacy Month and the transformative power of reading, one book that deserves a spotlight is educator Lucy Calkins’ insightful work “Raising Lifelong Learners: A Parents’ Guide”, published in 1997 but still highly relevant today. For families at progressive schools like Keys School Manila that prioritize nurturing children’s natural love of learning, Calkins’ …

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Words Alive: A Literacy Expo 

A veritable feast for book lovers, Keys School Manila’s Literacy Week was an extravaganza that brought the magic of words to life in spectacular fashion! This year’s theme, “Words Alive: A Literacy Expo”, paid homage to the transformative power of literature and celebrated the joy of reading and writing in grand, immersive style. Upon entering …

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Students attending the conference

Harvard Model Congress Asia: A Simulation Sparks Growth for Keys Students

This past January, a group of our Keys students in Grades 10-11 embarked on an exciting journey to the 2024 Harvard Model Congress Asia. This unique conference provided them with an immersive simulation of the legislative process and the chance to connect with peers from schools across the region. For these students, the Model Congress …

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Keys School Celebrates Love, Lent, and Talent on Valentine’s Day

Love was in the air at Keys School Manila on Valentine’s Day! From thoughtful reflection to joyful celebration, February 14th was filled with activities that united the Keys community in friendship and purpose. Students, faculty, and stakeholders came together to mark the start of Lent, showcase talents, fundraise for student council, and spread the love …

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The Beauty of Math: A Peek Inside a Math Classroom at Keys School Manila

By Lily Racoma “Math gives us hope that every problem has a solution.” Mathematics is one of the most important subjects in schools, because it exercises people’s minds and it can help us think logically and critically. At Keys School Manila, we follow the Singapore Math method, utilizing the CPA (Concrete-Pictorial-Abstract) approach. Keys students get …

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The Magic Formula for Tackling Your Semester Goals

By Sydney Crudo, Grade 6 Student Have you dusted off your list of New Year’s resolutions lately? For many students like us, those ambitious goals scribbled on January 1st are a distant memory by now. But it’s never too late for a fresh start! In the wake of our recent Three-Way Conferences, it’s the perfect …

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Parents as partners in education

Forging the Path Ahead: Parents as Essential Partners

Keys School Manila believes that parents play an integral role in their child’s education. Parents know their child’s needs, interests, strengths, and areas for growth better than anyone else. Keys holds the truth that parent involvement will enrich every learner’s experience and also our growing school community; indeed, parents are essential partners in guiding students …

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