I want to attend the Modern School because it possesses the four distinct qualities that distinguish a good school from a poor school, namely, a sound philosophical foundation, appropriate personnel, suitable curriculum, and constructive physical education program (Deuink).
Just as the philosophy that one adopts in life governs his or her actions, so also the philosophy of operations adopted by a school governs its administration and gives direction to the school. A school that does not possess a well-constructed written philosophy statement is like a raft without oars (Deuink). The Modern School possesses an excellent philosophy that is contained in the school diary that is issued to each student. The philosophy statement does well to articulate the vision of the school as well as details of its conception about teaching and learning (Ash).
The staff members comprise the nucleus of a school (Deuink). The teachers of the Modern School have bonafide college degrees. Administration staff possesses college degrees in their respective specialties. The excellent track record of the teaching and administration staff at the Modern School proves that it has succeeded well in enticing and keeping the services of such professionals of high ability and intelligence by providing attractive emolument packages and attractive working surroundings. The teachers of the Modern School reputedly display profound respect and liking of children and are intensely enthusiastic about what they teach. They are helped by the provision of an effort-intensive occupational development program by the school, as well as its firm commitment to continuous betterment (Ash). A majority of the credit for this progressive state-of-affairs goes to the school’s principal who personifies the school’s standards and efficaciously overseas teachers’ as well as school administration staff activities (Ash). Most importantly, the principal understands that the school’s interests are better served by persistence in acting alone. Responsibilities are liberally given to various staff members to undertake part of the overall duties involved. This strategy assumes great importance where the futuristic plans of the Modern School are concerned because the solving of current problems not only serves to learn from past mistakes but also paves the way to efficiently meet challenges of the future (Deuink).
The curriculum of the Modern School is unified and well communicated. More importantly, it is regularly evaluated in the light of new scholastic developments and altered to make improvements. The curriculum is refreshingly innovative in that its distinctly diverse instructional plans involve students and make them capable of achieving success (Ash).
The Modern School has a well-devised physical education program that supplies its students with the know-how, techniques, physical abilities, standards, and passionate interest to develop a healthy manner of living and carry it into adulthood. The Modern School’s physical education curriculum will give me exposure to physical processes such as aquatics, conditioning activities, exercises using gymnastic equipment as well as individual, dual, and team sporting activities. I would also be delighted to join their martial arts training program that teaches students self-defense.
In conclusion, I am certain that by joining the Modern School, I will be groomed into an individual who is self-assured when facing challenges, compassionate in my relations with others, capable in the fields I have studied, and eager to find out more about the world around me (Ash). The Roll Call of Honor that is proudly displayed in the office reception area of the Modern School lists the names and year of graduation of outstanding students. It is my fond hope that one day my name will be added to that coveted list.
References
Ash, Paul B. “What Makes a Good School?” Lexington Public Schools. 2007. Web.
Deuink, James W. “Qualities of a First-Class Student.” BJU Press. (N.d). 2007. Web.
“Physical Education Class.” 2007. Web.