Kintess School News
Welcome to the Kintess School News, your go-to source for the latest updates and happenings at our school. Here, you’ll find information on upcoming events, student achievements, and important announcements. Stay connected with our community as we celebrate milestones and share stories of success. Whether it’s academic accolades, sports victories, or cultural events, the Kintess School News keeps you informed and engaged with everything that’s going on at the Kintess School. Join us in celebrating our vibrant and dynamic school community!
How RULER Works: A Phased Approach to Social and Emotional Learning
The importance of social and emotional learning (SEL) in education cannot be overstated. In an era where emotional intelligence is increasingly recognized as a key factor in personal and academic success, the RULER approach provides a comprehensive, phased framework for integrating emotional intelligence into school communities. Developed by the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, RULER […]
The only purpose of education is to teach a student how to live his life
Ayn Rand’s assertion that “The only purpose of education is to teach a student how to live his life—by developing his mind and equipping him to deal with reality” underscores a philosophy that education’s primary role is to cultivate an individual’s intellectual faculties, enabling them to navigate and master the complexities of the real world. […]
How to Measure Emotions with an Emotion Meter: Using the Mood Meter
Understanding and managing emotions is a crucial skill in both personal and professional settings. One tool that has gained prominence in helping people recognize and measure their emotions is the “emotion meter,” also known as the “emotional meter.” One of the most well-known versions of this tool is the Mood Meter, which provides a visual […]
How AI Excels at Solving Problems Aligned with Daniel Kahneman’s System 2 Thinking
Artificial intelligence (AI) has proven to be a transformative force across industries, showing a remarkable ability to solve complex problems. To understand why AI is particularly effective in certain domains, it helps to explore the psychology of decision-making, especially through the lens of Daniel Kahneman’s “System 1” and “System 2” framework. Kahneman, a Nobel laureate […]
Understanding the Significance of Neuroscience-Based Educational Assessments
Education is a cornerstone of human development, shaping individuals’ intellect, character, and future prospects. Recognizing the multifaceted nature of learning and child development, the Kintess School has instituted a unique approach to admissions through neuroscience-based educational assessment interviews. These interviews offer profound insights into students’ cognitive processes, emotional responses, and learning potentials, guiding the school […]
Unveiling the Evolution of the Yale University Mood Meter Method
Emotions are the vibrant hues that paint the canvas of human experience. They shape our perceptions, decisions, and interactions with the world around us. Recognizing their significance, researchers at Yale University embarked on a journey to delve deeper into the realm of emotions, ultimately birthing the innovative Marc Brackett Mood Meter Method. This groundbreaking approach […]
What Does It Mean to Be an IB (International Baccalaureate) School?
Teaching Focus and Emphasis Being an International Baccalaureate (IB) school means embracing a unique educational philosophy that sets it apart from traditional educational systems. Rather than focusing solely on standard curricula, IB schools emphasize a broad, interconnected approach to teaching that aims to foster well-rounded, globally-minded students. Here’s a look at what students learn in […]
What Is an Emotion? Understanding the Essence of Human Experience
Emotions are an integral part of the human experience, influencing our thoughts, behaviors, and interactions with the world around us. But what exactly is an emotion? At its core, an emotion can be defined as an immediate response to stimuli—either external events occurring in our environment or internal cues that arise in our minds. These […]
What is a SEL Elementary School?
A Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) elementary school is an educational environment that places a significant emphasis on the development of social and emotional skills in children. SEL is a framework designed to teach students how to understand and manage their emotions, establish and maintain positive relationships, set and achieve goals, and make responsible decisions. […]