Around the world: Special days in the academic calendar that help students get 'world-ready'
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Light International School Mombasa holds various special days once a term to equip students with the essential skills they need. We find out more about how these days are equipping students with the skills they need to thrive in the modern world.
Virtual learning and global awareness
In today's digital era, students must be proficient in online learning tools, virtual collaboration, and digital literacy to thrive in an evolving technological landscape.
Online Day, held once per term at our school, equips students with essential skills for virtual education by introducing them to interactive e-learning platforms, virtual classrooms, and remote teamwork experiences. This initiative enhances self-discipline, independent learning and adaptability, while also promoting cyber safety, digital ethics, and effective online communication, ensuring students are well-prepared for higher education and remote work opportunities in the future.
Climate Change Day, also held once per term, fosters environmental awareness and sustainability education through interactive discussions, sustainability projects, and hands-on activities such as tree planting, recycling campaigns, and climate change debates. This day encourages students to actively participate in conservation efforts, develop eco-friendly habits, and embrace their role as responsible global citizens.
Humanity Day, held once per term, highlights the importance of empathy, kindness, and social responsibility, helping students gain a deeper understanding of human rights, equality, and global humanitarian issues. Through storytelling sessions, role-playing, and collaborative service projects, students cultivate critical thinking, compassion, and inclusivity, strengthening their emotional intelligence and ability to contribute positively to society. By integrating these thematic days into the academic calendar, schools can equip students with essential life skills, global awareness, and a strong sense of social responsibility, preparing them for a diverse and interconnected world.
Personal development through talents and public speaking
Personal development through talents and public speaking is a vital component of our school’s educational philosophy. Each year, we celebrate key events designed to foster creativity, build confidence, and enhance communication skills.
Cultural Day serves as a vibrant reflection of global diversity, where students have the opportunity to showcase traditional attire, music, dance, and cuisine from various countries. This event promotes multicultural understanding, encourages cross-cultural communication, and nurtures a deep respect for cultural traditions, helping students strengthen their sense of identity while embracing inclusivity and global citizenship.
Got Talent Day offers an exciting platform for students to display their talents in music, dance, drama, poetry, and the arts. This creative celebration not only boosts self-confidence but also provides valuable opportunities for students to develop public presentation skills, recognise and nurture diverse talents, and encourage innovative thinking.
Journalism Day focuses on enhancing public speaking and media literacy, providing students with the opportunity to engage in news reporting, storytelling, and public speaking activities. This event helps improve critical thinking abilities, boosts confidence in delivering speeches, and fosters skills in responsible journalism, media ethics, and the importance of accurate reporting.
Together, these initiatives create a dynamic learning environment where students develop personal and communication skills essential for leadership and global citizenship.
Collectively, these events empower students to express themselves creatively and confidently while equipping them with essential skills for success in today's interconnected world.
Building character through values and service learning
Service Learning is a vital program that combines academic knowledge with community engagement, allowing students to apply their learning to real-world challenges while fostering a deep sense of social responsibility. At our school, each month’s Service Learning Day is linked to a core human value, ensuring that students develop not only essential leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving skills but also moral and ethical awareness.
Through hands-on projects such as volunteering at shelters, assisting local schools, and leading awareness campaigns, students actively engage in meaningful initiatives that contribute to society while reinforcing their personal growth. Each Service Learning Day is structured around a specific core value, guiding students to apply their actions with a purpose. For instance, September focuses on Responsibility, encouraging students to take charge of organising service projects, while October emphasizes Respect, promoting inclusivity and appreciation for diversity through support for marginalized groups. November highlights Good Judgment, allowing students to engage in decision-making exercises and ethical dilemmas, whereas January fosters Creativity, inspiring students to find innovative solutions to local challenges, such as climate action initiatives. In February, the theme of Honour drives students to recognize and uphold ethical leadership in their service work, while March focuses on Empathy, helping students connect with and support underprivileged communities. May emphasises Engagement, reinforcing long-term commitment to social change, and June highlights Innovation, where students introduce creative solutions to social issues.
By integrating these core values into Service Learning, we empower students to become active, responsible, and ethical citizens, prepared to lead with integrity, empathy, and innovation. This values-driven approach ensures that Service Learning is not just an extracurricular activity but a transformative experience that nurtures a lifelong commitment to social impact and leadership.
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