One Planet International School

One Planet International School is located in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. At the kindergarten level, it offers Nursery (Age 2-3), Lower Kindergarten (Age 3-4), Upper Kindergarten (Age 4-5), and Preparatory (Age 5-6). At the primary level, grades one through nine are offered. Each year an additional grade level will be offered.[1]

Curriculum

Accredited by the Ethiopian Ministry of Education as an international school, the school's curriculum uses research-based curriculum and teaching methods, doing instruction in English and Amharic languages.[1] with subjects of science, social studies, physical education, art and music.[2]

There is also a curriculum of virtues based on The Virtues Project.

Staff

Teachers participate in a teacher training program that includes over 135 hours of training in over 70 workshop sessions. They receive one month of training before the school year begins, and weekly in-service training throughout the year. They are tested and receive a report card/certificate at the end of the year.[3]

Scholarships

Donors sponsor scholarships including the Hidden Gems Scholarship Fund for orphaned and street girls with a one-year scholarship which includes funds for tuition and materials.[4]

History

Founded by 2006 Stories of the Eyes of Light Award recipient, Zelalem Amare[5] and former Tahirih Justice Center intern Gail Amare who has a Masters of Science in International Development Management from American University and over 15 years experience in program/project management.[6]

See also

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Official Website
  2. ↑ Statement on Philosophy
  3. ↑ Teacher Training
  4. ↑ You Can Help
  5. ↑ Eyes of Light 2006 recipients
  6. ↑ Online Resumé

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