Understanding the Factors that Affect Curriculum Implementation and Monitoring: Key to Successful Curriculum Change

Implementation refers to “efforts designed to get evidence from programs or practices via effective change strategies” (Damshroder and Hagedorn, 2011, p. 195). Bamgbose (1991) sees curriculum implementation as “ranging from actual language work to production of materials”. It is noted that effective translation of policies into practice is necessary in order for actual implementation to…

SHS holds interactive storytelling activities

SHS holds interactive storytelling activities

  HUMSS students of the Montessori De Sagrada Familia conduct series of storytelling sessions for the Grades 1 and 2, February 11.   Grade 11 students of the said strand showcased their creativity and flair in writing by showing their own written compositions to lovely and energetic elementary students.   Instead of presenting the story…

SHS students visit STEM industries | MDSF

SHS students visit STEM industries

  The senior high school curriculum prescribed by the Department of Education primarily aims to give today’s students real life experiences that will enable them to better prepare for their future careers. On their last year in the senior high school program, the grade 12 students of Newton and Einstein conducted observations in institutions belonging…

Sagradan parents learn about the secret to happiness | MDSF

Sagradan parents learn about the secret to happiness

  Last January 19, 2019, a seminar on The Science of Happiness and Well-Being was conducted to Sagradan parents of elementary and high school departments. The seminar’s facilitator, professor and clinical psychologist Dr. Ronnie Motilla discussed about the five important keys to achieving a positive outlook and fulfillment in life: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning…

MDSF eyes integrated approach, holds seminar

MDSF eyes integrated approach, holds seminar

Driven by its commitment to become the “learning hub for creativity and innovation”, the Montessori De Sagrada Familia is rearing to implement an integrated teaching approach in the coming years to further develop 21st century skills of its students.   Mrs. Maria Carmela Santos-Ong, assistant principal for the elementary and preschool department, expressed hopes that…