Education Nigeria Project #45259

CENTER OF EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION

by Ibadan Grammar School Old Students' Association NA, INC

Project Report | Aug 16, 2024
Transforming Minds through STEM Education

By Ola Olafunmiloye | Project Leader

STEM Instructor delivering a lecture to students

Engaged STEM Learning

The STEM Sessions at Ibadan Grammar School (IGS) were sponsored by IGSOSANA (North America) to offer IGS students opportunities for hands-on STEM enrichment during the 2024 academic year.

IGS Robotics

During the initial 8-week session, 100 participants collaborated in teams to learn programming for both virtual and physical robots. In an additional 6-week session, participants developed and honed their robotics skills by configuring their own platforms and coding physical robots. Collaborative learning combined with teamwork, boosted students' confidence by cultivating their critical thinking skills through real-world problem-solving.

Robotics Club & Career and College Ready

Participants applied mathematical and problem-solving abilities to design and program robots that simulated real-world scenarios. They also had the chance to partake in robotics competitions as part of their team activities. To sustain student engagement in robotics activities, two Robotics Clubs were established for continued involvement and participation.

IGS Engineering Design

Sixty IGS students were selected to participate in hands-on Solar projects that will enhance their understanding of solar energy, encourage them to become solution providers to challenges within their communities, and also advocate for a cleaner, greener future.

Students were grouped into teams of 5 with roles assigned. Team roles include Project Manager, Researcher, Reporter, Materials Manager, and Time Manager. Each team was assigned Solar projects such as Solar-powered houses, Solar-powered cars, and Solar-powered streetlights.

Teacher Professional Development Part 2

During the school year, 45 IGS teachers participated in the Teacher Professional development facilitated by STEMWonders. The essential topics covered in depth include

Student Engagement: Students’ engaging in their learning is essential for their academic success and overall development.
Differentiating instruction (DI): DI involves tailoring teaching methods and content to accommodate the diverse learning needs of students in a classroom.
Student Assessment: Understanding assessment as an ongoing process of gathering, analyzing, and reflecting on evidence to make informed and consistent judgments to improve student learning.
Resources: Teachers were provided with resources that will help them succeed with effective teaching practices within their classrooms.

Students working on the Robotics code

Students listening to lecture in STEM class

Links:

https://igsosana.org

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Apr 19, 2024
CENTER OF EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION PROJECT #45259

By Tosin Odumosu | Project Leader

IN HOUSE-TRAINING FOR TEACHERS1

TEACHERS’ PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

We started the year with an in-house training for teachers from 1/30 – 1/31. Over two days, 42 teachers from Ibadan Grammar School Senior School actively participated in a Teachers’ Professional Development Training Program organized and sponsored by IGSOSANA. The focus was on equipping them with effective teaching strategies tailored for engaging students in overcrowded classrooms. The training covered a range of valuable techniques, including: -

- Active Learning

- Inquiry-based Learning

- Cultivating Curiosity

- Facilitating Discussion and Dialogue

- Encouraging Collaborative Learning

- Integrating Real-world Applications

Below are some captured moments from the program.

At the end of the training, the teachers were able to acquire the skills to record themselves while teaching in class so that their performance could be evaluated later.

2. IGNITE (Inspiring Growth & Nurturing Innovation Through Excellence)

This program started on February 7 and ran for seven weeks covering over 100 students.

It was a STEM and ROBOTICS Program designed to empower tomorrow’s innovators.

In addition, IGSOSANA organized mock examinations for all final-year students to promote success in their final examinations. The mock examinations were useful in assessing their proficiency in tackling their pivotal final examinations. The aim is to pinpoint areas of weakness and support the students in addressing them.

3. ESSAY WRITING AND POEM RECITATION
(Harnessing the Power of Language Arts)

The annual essay writing event was elevated by incorporating Poem Recitation for participants. About 90 students have enrolled in this year’s competition so far.

4. ACADEMIC STAFF

IGSOSANA continues to support its six additional teachers in specialized subjects (Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Chemistry, English/Literature, Physics, History, ICT, and Technical Drawing to support the pool of teachers hired by the government.

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IN HOUSE TRAINING FOR TEACHERS4

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Dec 20, 2023
PROJECT REPORT FOR 3RD AND 4TH QUARTERS 2023

By Tosin Odumosu | Project Leader

PROJECT REPORT FOR 3^RD AND 4^THQUARTERS 2023

Ibadan Grammar School is a scarcely funded government high school which is situated in a catchment area where family resources are poor, and the economic landscape is highly deficient. In spite of this severe economic background, parents are adamant about sending their children to school and their wards are equally determined to acquire education and take advantage of the opportunities given to them. Sometimes, the students appear in school without the mandated school uniforms and other paraphernalia. At other times, they refuse to show up in school either because their parents could not afford the school fees or are unable to provide the necessary tools such as books, stationery and unforms.

Ibadan Grammar School Old Students Association NA, Inc (IGSOSANA) continues to actively engage with the school in respect of the academic performance of the students, development of badly needed physical structures, upgrading the quality of faculty as well as the welfare of indigent students whose parents can barely support their wards in school.

In the past 6 months, we have executed the following programs with the support of our donors: -

BOOK DRIVE & E-LEARNING: Mathematics and English textbooks were given to over 100 Senior Secondary School students so that they can have references to help them in and outside the classroom. We were also able to support computer workshops for some of the students.

Some of the above students would have had difficulties coping with their schoolwork without these textbooks. With more donor support, we are hoping to be able to extend this program to other subjects and to more students. Our ultimate objective is to provide necessary infrastructure which will give the students access to virtual textbooks and on-line education.

Students in the Computer Laboratory

PRIZE GIVING EVENT 2023: This event, which was held in November was a huge success. The Association disbursed over $4000 worth of prizes for deserving students. Thanks to all our Donors who made this possible.

Prize Giving 2023

UNITED NATIONS INTERNATIONAL GIRL CHILD DAY: IgsosaNA made adequate provision for this day to be celebrated by the female students. A presentation on Digital Safety in Girls’ World was delivered. The problems encountered with Phishing in the digital environment was highlighted and the girls were taught how to prevent and deal with phishing scam. This program was hosted by Ibadan Grammar School, but other schools joined virtually.

Some of the participants at the United Nations International Girl Child Day

ACADEMIC STAFF: Owing to the huge support provided by our Donors, IgsosaNA continues to be responsible for the employment and payment of salaries for six additional teachers in specialized subjects such as Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Chemistry, English/Literature, Physics, History, ICT, and Technical Drawing to supplement the pool of teachers hired by the government. A special development programme is being designed for 2024 and we are hoping to get the full support of our Donors for this important initiative.

The School Principal with one his students and another Teacher seated.

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PROJECT_REPORT_FOR_3RD_AND_4TH_QUARTERS_2023.docx (DOCX)

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