Malaysian Education Fair for Secondary School Leavers in Ipoh, Perak (Stadium Indera Mulia) - 8-9 March 2014

SPM and STPM results coming out soon?

Still not too sure what you are up to next?

If you're in Perak and you're looking at visiting a free education expo to better understand where you are going next, you might want to visit PenExpo 5th Perak Education & Job Expo on 8-9 March 2014 (Saturday & Sunday) from 11am-6pm at Stadium Indera Mulia, Ipoh, Perak.

Confirmed Education exhibitors as of today are: 
Curtin University - Miri Sarawak, 
Assunta College - nursing college in Seksyen 4 PJ,
Institut Teknologi Pertama (ITP) - engineering, built environment & technology education courses in BUTL Mantin, South Selangor, Seremban & Negeri Sembilan,
Asie E-University - private university in Malaysia. It is located in Kampung Attap, Kuala Lumpur,
SEGi University - SEGi University Kota Damansara · SEGi College Subang Jaya · SEGi College Kuala Lumpur · SEGi College Penang · SEGi College Sarawak, 
Open University Malaysia (OUM) - distance learning courses in Jalan Tun Ismail, KL, 
Tunku Abdul Rahman University College (TARC/ KTAR) - 6 campuses in KL, Penang, Perak, Johor, Pahang, Sabah, 
UNITEN - Engineering, IT & Business courses in Putrajaya/ Kajang campus & Pahang campus, 
Management & Science University (MSU) - Seksyen 13 Shah Alam, 
Sunway College - University & Colleges in Sunway, Ipoh, Johor Bahru & Kuching Sarawak, 
Imperia Institute of Technology - Built Environment, Hospitality & Tourism courses in Kelana Jaya PJ, 
AIMST University - Bedong Kedah, 
Medic Ed - Doctor or Medicine/ Dentistry/ Pharmacy courses to Russia, Taiwan & Indonesia with student networks from Malaysia, Bangladesh, India & China, 
Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) - PJ (Jalan Bersatu), KL (Jalan Genting Kelang) & Kajang (Jalan Sungai Long), 
Mantissa College - Offers diploma in information and communication technology, management and business administration in TTDI (Taman Tun Dr Ismail) KL, 
Learning Science Lab (LSL) - in collaboration with Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore.

LSL was established in 2005 with a vision,
“To empower learners, in schools and beyond, through design research centred on meaning–making, enabling tools, and participatory cultures. As the first such lab in Asia, we focus on transforming learning using interdisciplinary approaches that cut across methodologies and scales of educational theory and practice.” 

KPJ University College - Healthcare & Nursing institution in Negeri Sembilan (Nilai), Johor Bahru (Tahir), and Penang (Bukit Mertajam), 
QUEST International University Perak (QUIP) - Computer Science, Finance, Business, Business Admin, Science, Hospitality & Tourism Management and Accountancy courses in Perak (Menglembu), 
Asia Pacific University of Tech & Innovation - Technology Park Malaysia (TPM) in Bukit Jalil KL, 
Greencity International College - Hospitality & Tourism Management, Green Science & Engineering, Business & Accounting, ACCA in KL (Jalan Gereja), 
IPK (Pusat Kemahiran Spektrum/ Spektrum Skill Centre) - Malaysia Ministry of Education approved education institution that has developed expertise in providing short training courses in Accountancy, Finance and Business Management. Spektrum Skill Centre is managed by IPK Sdn. Bhd. IPK is a well known educational group which has been established more than 10 years in Bukit Mertajam, Penang, 
Kolej Gemilang - Faculties of IT/ Computer, Language, Accounting, Other Professionals in KL (Jalan Medan Pasar), 
Cosmopoint College of Technology - Diploma courses with 11 campuses in nationwide including Sabah & Sarawak.
Erican College - Business Administration, Graphic Design, Accounting and Mass Communication etc in KL (Jalan Yap Kwan Seng), 
Allianze University College of Medical Sciences (AUCMS) - Penang (Kepala Batas), Kulim campus & Trent Park campus London, 
The One Academy - Malaysia leading Art & Design College in Bandar Sunway & Penang, 
Era Technology Institute - Communication Art & Design courses in Ipoh (Jalan Chung Thye Phin), 
Keris College - Diploma courses in Hotel & Tourism Management, Hotel & Catering Management, Business Management and Skill Development (HIAS, JPK, Bakery) in Ipoh (Jalan Ali Pitchay), 
Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) - Malaysian Public University in Penang main island, Kubang Kerian Kelantan & Nibong Tebal, 
MAHSA University - Healthcare, Engineering & Business courses in KL (Lorong Dungun & Damansara Heights), 
Kolej Poly-Tech Mara Ipoh - Diploma Multimedia, Diploma in Management with Multimedia, & Degree in Multimedia Computing in Ipoh (Greentown), etc.

Building A Stable Career in Early Childhood Education - R.E.A.L. Kids in collaboration with ALFA International College

To have a better idea of what preschool career means for REAL Kids Principals/ Supervisors/ Management Apprentice/ Teachers, see a list of 16 short clips on Career in Early Childhood Education with R.E.A.L. Kids and ALFA International College.

You may undergo Diploma in Early Childhood Education program with ALFA International College (SS 15, Subang Jaya, Selangor) during weekday evening classes while working as an Assistant Teacher/ Subject Teacher.

REAL Education Group provides affordable 2-3 year education installment plans for teachers who are undergoing Diploma in ECE while working for R.E.A.L Kids. Eg: 3-year part-time program for less than RM20k.

For more information, kindly contact Ms Tan, Admin Manager at ALFA College.
Email enquiry@alfa.edu.my
Phone 603 5631 9208
Fax 603 5631 9221

EPSOM College Malaysia - The Best British Education in Malaysia

EPSOM College Malaysia brought in to Bandar Enstek, Selangor Malaysia by Tony Fernandes.

What does it take to be the best education provider?
What gives one the right to claim to be the best?
Is EPSOM College Malaysia about elitism and exclusivity or something else all together or just another option of private education amidst the uncertain role and education quality offered by Malaysian Public Education?
These were the questions I had prior to attending EPSOM's warm and welcoming Parent's Info Day on last Tuesday, 18th Feb 2014 (7-9pm) in KLGCC. It was a fruitful experience and indeed a warm presentation by 3 speakers:

1. Martin George, Headmaster of EPSOM College, Malaysia - the leadership, vision & mission.
2. Mike Oliver, Head of Senior School - the infrastructures and facilities.
3. Jane Smith, Head of Prep School - the profiles of the 22 out of 30 planned academic staffing.

Martin George, Headmaster of EPSOM College Malaysia addressing parents in KLGCC on 18th Feb 2014.

History of EPSOM College
- 155 year-old brand from UK, founded by a Medical Practitioner who wanted to offer the best free education to the off-springs of deceased healers/ doctors of that generation.

In the 1840s, doctors were in the front line of change. The population of the United Kingdom had almost doubled between 1801 and 1841, but towns had grown so fast that demand for medicine often outstripped supply. There was a genuine need to provide preliminary education for youth destined for the medical or other professions - often an impossibility at ordinary schools without incurring an amount of expense beyond the means of many parents.Founded in 1855 with Royal patronage granted by Her Majesty Queen Victoria, the founder of Epsom College, Dr John Propert, raised funds to build a foundation to help orphans and widows of members of the medical profession. The Royal Medical Benevolent College opened its doors in that year, at first providing for fewer than 100 boys... - EPSOM College

- Caters for 3 - 18 year old students, not Tertiary level.
- Sports and Music Scholarships open for applications.

Leadership, Vision and Mission
- Ambitious leadership to be the Best British Education in Malaysia and aims to be the Best Education Provider in SEA. And also in the planning to eventually be an advisor to its London counterpart in 5 years' time from inception (Sept. 2014 first Enrollment).
- Leadership ethos of delegating leadership throughout the whole institution rather than having all people looking back at the top.
- Values & Ethos: Education that parents entrust to develop their children into really good human being.
- 3 Main Values above all: Good-manners, Selflessness, Hardwork.
- Students are expected to aspire to contribute.
- Determine to find the spark in the raging inferno of every individual student despite all the differences.
- Absolute care: Care between the students  through house system, support and shared aspirations.

Infrastructure & Facilities
- NOT a 15-acre school in Kuala Lumpur aimed at maximizing its profits, BUT a 50-acre boarding school outside of KL in Bandar Enstek.
- Broad environment comprising the academics, sports & the arts.
- Cluster ICT Suites, not in rows, better than that of National Science University in Malaysia.
- Maximum class size: 24 for Senior School, 16 for Prep School.
- Overall Teacher: Pupil ratio - 1:5.
- RM1 milllion spent on books and resources for Library, managed by an expatriate teacher/ librarian with 20 years of library management experience.
- Thinking Board & Latest International Publications in Library.
- Challenging but rewarding Boarding Houses.
- Sports/ Music Arts and Design - complete with lighting and sound effect practice room for students.
- AutoCAD Design (MAC) facilities.
- Dining Hall instead of canteen.
- Pastoral Care.

Pastoral care is an ancient model of emotional and spiritual support that can be found in many cultures and traditions. It has been described in our modern context as individual and corporate patience in which trained pastoral carers support people in their pain, loss and anxiety, and their triumphs, joys and victories. - Pastoral Care.

Academic Staffing
- Careful long-listing and short-listing of academic staffing with 500 applications for only 29 vacancies.
- Applicants from around the world.
- Selection criteria: Strict academic excellence and qualifications + other different talents/ hobbies/ outdoor sports engagements to help advise talented & gifted students on hobbies and co-curriculum.

Some snapshots of EPSOM Malaysia's academic staffs hired and plans ahead:

 

For other Private Education Provider Options, please see:
R.E.A.L. School Cahaya Shah Alam, R.E.A.L. School Suria Cheras, R.E.A.L. School Cahaya Johor Bahru.
R.E.A.L. Kids

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G13 Gallery Art Exhibition - Kelana Square 1-22nd March 2014

G13 Gallery's recent artwork during 2014 Exhibition in Kelana Square.

Is exposure to artwork important during early childhood? How does it develop a child into a better contributing adult?

Everybody knows art enhances below in a child:

- Creativity,

- Imagination,

- Self-esteem;

But are you aware that art also encourages below in a child:

- Cognition,

- Critical Thinking,

- Learning.

The US Secretary of Education published a report on "The Value Added Benefits of the Arts," in which he states, "Studies have shown that arts teaching and learning can increase student's cognitive and social development. The arts can be a critical link for students in developing the crucial thinking skills and motivations they need to achieve at higher levels" (Deasy, & Stevenson, 2002). - Early Childhood News.

Upcoming Art Expo featuring 25 pieces of oil paintings and transfer printings by Faizal Suhif, a local UiTM Master of Fine Arts grad.
Exhibition Titile            : Stories From The Soil 
Exhibition period              : 1^st March – 22^nd March 2014

Venue                                  : G13 Gallery, GL13,Ground Floor, Block B, Kelana Square, Jalan SS7/26,

   47301 Kelana Jaya, Selangor. (behind Paradigm Mall)

Opening  hour                   : Monday - Friday

   11am – 5pm (Closed on Public Holiday)

Email                                     : info@g13gallery.com

Website                               : www.g13gallery.com

Facebook                             : www.facebook.com/G13gallery

Some of the artworks exhibited by G13 Gallery:

Buka Tanah by Faizal Suhif.

Diam Membatu by Faizal Suhif.

Kebanggaan (Pride), displayed via fibre glass, resin, metal, electronic device. 

Mendengar, Bercakap dan Memerhati by Khairudin Zainuddin.

Sepetak Puisi by Faizal Suhif.

The Conquer 2.

The Cool of Belum Forest II by Johan Marjunid. 

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Biggest Book Sale back again 15-23 Feb 2014 9am-9pm

It's back again and it's even cheaper at RM5! Do grab some interesting books for your home's reading corner. Recommended for parents who are keen to help their children build their creative and imaginative minds.

When North Meets South - Shabeena - R.E.A.L Kids Putrajaya

Ms Shabeena gave us an icebreaker speech titled When North Meets South during Toastmasters Session on 18th Feb 2014.

Do you know Shabeena as a friend? As a Principal? Or as a person learning and growing as she explores her journey in Education?

Why the topic "When North Meets South"? Because her father came from the northern part of Peninsular Malaysia while her mother came from the Southern part. Boom there she is, a new life cast to this new found world of ours.

She grew up a quiet and reserved child in a family of 3 siblings, with her being the eldest sister taking care of her 2 baby brothers. Never she knew she could have leadership qualities until Standard 4 in Primary School when she was picked to be a prefect. Things changed 360° and she began to have confidence in herself and grew outspoken. Teachers noticed her and put her into competitions. 

Later on she decided not to be a prefect anymore because she hated the meetings and not having the normal recess hours. She then participated in various debate contests and spelling competitions, representing her Convent Girl School.

So much for the serious credentials yea? Guess what? Shabeena also shared with us on her cheeky side. Despite being a mother of 2 (5 & 3 year old kids) now, she enjoys hanging out with her brother for weekend shopping! She especially cherished her time with her brother now since she lost another brother over an unforeseen sickness some time ago. Last occasion she spent with her ailing brother, she managed herself positively and spoke of fond moments together. It was a time when her 3 siblings were crazy about an English Tech Movie, they secretly sliced the mattress at home and poured jugs of water in to make water bed! It was sad her ailing brother had to go, and he wasn't even able to smile or laugh recollecting their fond memories together. However Shabeena took it positively and she's only growing stronger and more positive after his passing.

Let's celebrate our time with Shabeena as the Principal for R.E.A.L Kids Putrajaya. From a quiet and reserved child who got bullied by a pair of twins in preschool--whom later turned best friends, clueless of being bullied and loved still to go to her kindergarten; to a loving sister and mother who is leading her center to provide education and care to other parents' little cute monsters!   

Have Mercy On Me - Mrs Rajen - R.E.A.L Kids Cyberjaya

Mrs Rajen gave us a controversial speech on Have Mercy on Me during Toastmasters Session on 18th Feb 2014.

Mrs Rajen opted a controversial topic for her 3rd Toastmaster's Project. She talked about Euthanasia, the practice of intentionally ending a life in order to relieve pain and suffering.

She shared with us on the pros and cons of the practice and urged us to decide on our own whether or not we approve the practice.

Personally for her, she experienced the agony her late mother-in-law went through when her mother-in-law was diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer. All she could do was to stand there watching her tears run down her face and there's nothing she could do to ease her mother-in-law's pain. 

Pros of Euthanasia:

1. Relief from painful time.

2. Relief from low quality of life.

3. Conversion of medical fund to something else. 

Eg: when doctor's diagnosis is that the patient will certainly die in 3-6 months, would it not be better to pass the medical fund to another patient that could be healed with that same medical fund?

Cons of Euthanasia:

1. Value of life. What is the value of a mosquito's life? How is that comparable to that of a human?

2. Execution. 

3. Doctors are healers, not killers.

What do you think of Euthanasia? Please note that there are different Euthanasia Laws in each country. 

A Lesson To Be Learnt - Mrs Rama - R.E.A.L Kids Kota Damansara

Mrs Rama gave us an inspiring speech on A Lesson To Be Learnt during Toastmasters Session on 18th Feb 2014.

Have you ever asked yourself below 2 questions:

What are the important things in our lives?

What are not important things in our lives?

There's a story about a Professor addressing this question to his class. He picked up an empty jar and filled it with Golf Balls. Turned to ask his students, "Is the jar full?" 

The students took sometime, some answered yes while some answered no.

Then he took a box of Pebbles and roll them down into the jar and asked again, "Is the jar full?"

As usual, some says yes and some says no. But there are more yeses now.

Next on, he picked out a box filled with Sand and pour the sand into the jar. And repeated his question. All the students said YES!

To their amazement, he now pulled out a bottle of Chocolate Milk and poured it into the jar. And guess what? The whole class laughed.

Do you know what does this mean?

-  Golf Balls resemble the big things in our lives, eg: family, children, health, etc.

- Pebbles resemble our jobs and houses, properties, etc.

- Sand resembles the small matters.

- Chocolate milk resembles the need to treat ourselves occasionally, to motivate ourselves in life's journey, and to enjoy your life.

Give importance to the big things, others are just like the dust and sand. Go for medical check regularly. And remember what makes you happy. 

Teach for A Cause

>>> Are you someone who enjoy or take pride in helping others develop themselves better into the authentically best they could be?

>>> Deep down, do you care to teach and mentor juniors eager to learn from you?

If your answers to the above are solid YES'es, I would like to divert your attention to below 11 Education related organizations or societies (within Malaysia) I personally find worthy of your services.

1. Teach for Malaysia

- 2-year structured teaching program for high-need schools in Malaysia by enlisting only non-teacher grads who have secured or worked for high profile MNCs. It offers the Teacher Associates an opportunity to leave a legacy or impact students through their short term teaching career.

2. Dignity for Children

- Empower community to break the poverty cycle by quality holistic education from age 1-18.

3. SOLS 24/7 (Science of Life Studies)

- Youth development centers with teacher volunteers at centers 24/7 to guide youths on critical subjects such as English, maths and sciences. Non-profit, non-religious, non-political, non-governmental science of life studies.

4. Cosmotots iqd.

- Preparing kids for successful university career by early exposure to English literature and training of thinking faculty via sophisticated writing skills. Their teaching methodology is strictly through directed-questions aimed at the kids to draw out what they know rather than feeding them the knowledge.

5. Wynkids

- Supplementary holistic education program aimed at 7-18 year old's to raise high achievers via programs on communications and interpersonal skills, confidence building, ability to focus, discipline and sustain interest in studies, strong character development (moral and ethics), desire to learn, high EQ, creativity, perseverance and persistence, and courage to fail and make mistakes.

6. R.E.A.L. 

- Private integrated education service provider for age 6 months old up to Diploma via multiple intelligence learning and 49 character first traits as foundation of lifelong success.

7. Money Tree

- Financial literacy programs for kids all the way up to college youths via CashVille Kidz, Formative Internet Retail Store Training (FIRST) Steps, Financial Literacy Programs (FLiP), Young Entrepreneur Startup (YES), MoneyTree Idea eXchange (MIX) for business idea pitching.

8. Discovery House

- Fostering positive learning experiences during formative years of childhood starting 1.5 years up to 6.5 via exposure to languages, maths, practical life, creative arts, science, history, technology, geography, literature, music, gymnastics, dance studio, playground, child-friendly snack & lunch area, sand pit, water play area, children's personal cubby cabinets, reading corner.

9. MySkills

- Promoting skills training to youths-at-risks via transformational activities.

10. Endeavor

- The best anti-poverty program of all. The only non-profit that supports high-impact entrepreneurs around the world. Their mentor-capitalist model breaks down economic and cultural barriers to entrepreneurship through advising from their network of world-class business leaders. 850+ Endeavor Entrepreneurs throughout Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and the U.S. created 225,000+ high-value jobs and generated $6 billion in 2012.

11. StART

- Charitable fine art academy giving free art lessons from reputable art teachers to 300 students from 14 shelter homes under UOB, SO+CO and Tang's Art with StART Society, where students are treated as their little teachers with pure and honest thinking reflected in their inspiring paintings and drawings. Life doesn't have to be perfect.

Julia Gabriel's Upcoming Story Telling Session - "The Lego" at Times Bookstores, Bangsar Shopping Center, 22 Feb 2014 (Sat)

Julia Gabriel's center is conducting a story-telling session on 22nd Feb 2014 (Saturday), 3pm - 4pm in Times Bookstores, Bangsar Shopping Center. 

It's not the first of their interesting story-telling session hosted in bookstores. To find out more about the experiences attending to the sessions, we would suggest you pay a visit to Selina Chew (Holistic Therapist cum homeschooling mother of 2)'s blog. 

I personally find it enticing because it's "The Lego" and in conjunction with the upcoming Lego The Movie 2014. Do check out the trailer below and let us know if your kids love "The Lego" story-telling session with Julia Gabriel's center. 

The story-telling session is subject to change without prior notice. For more info, please visit timesbookstores.