School Styles
Ever wondered if school systems are different around the world? Well, they are! Different countries take different approaches to nurture college-prepared and life-readied students.
The first example is, no surprise, China. China is known for their ultra smart, super dedicated students, and strict studying. There are a few other ways their students excel. For one, there are daily, after-lunch naps. These naps, seeming like a fantasy kids in America dream about, actually improve productiveness and alertness for afternoon classes. Younger students learn teamwork and responsibility early in their school years by cleaning their campus daily. Whether it’s bathrooms, hallways, floors, desks, etc., everyone chips in.
Another country with schools better than most is Finland. Their students have excellent scores for many reasons. It may seem ridiculous to us, but there are no mandatory tests until a student is 16—and even then it’s optional. This sounds silly and maybe even stupid to us, but it’s for good cause. Not having tests means no competition between students or comparison with grades and such. Finland focuses on equality. School doesn’t even start for a child until they’re 7. Schools in Finland provide counseling, rides to and from school food, and health care for all students.
The third country to talk about is Denmark. They’re in the top three countries for the best school systems and scores. At age three, they begin “school” which really just consists of time outdoor along with other activities. By the time they turn six, they begin traditional school, focusing more on problem solving than common core logic. They’re taught to work together, which seems to be a recurring trait. School doesn’t even have to stop when you graduate in Denmark since adults from ages 25-64 will take continuation courses. Denmark wants its pupils to challenge themselves rather than memorize information, which is quite admirable.
Which of these techniques should Legacy implement? Teamwork is an underlying theme between these different places and shouldn't be overlooked. I’m sure Legacy students wouldn’t mind a nap break either, and now we have something to back us up!
