KIPP Public Charter Schools | College Preparatory Schools

KIPP Public Charter Schools | College Preparatory Schools

KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) is a public charter school in the United States. A charter school is a charter education institution outside the public education system. It is founded by private individuals and can have independent teaching materials and teaching systems. KIPP receives public education funding, and parents do not have to pay tuition. The school usually strictly controls the number of students. If the number of applicants from the surrounding community exceeds the number of school vacancies, admission will be determined by lottery. KIPP mainly targets students from low-income families, and is committed to promoting educational equity, narrowing the educational gap between classes, and helping children from the bottom to enter college. Its mission is to enable students to acquire the knowledge, skills and character needed for success. KIPP schools have the following characteristics: Educational innovation: Continuously innovate teaching content and methods. For example, in the primary school stage, the content and methods of group teaching are combined in a creative way to encourage students to continue exploring and learning; in the middle school stage, the focus is on cultivating students independent consciousness and communication skills; in the high school stage, a rich selection of elective courses and personalized college application consultation are provided to help students prepare for college. Emphasis on character education: Character education is included in the focus, and the school uniforms are printed with "One campus, one mission, two abilities: grades and character". Ensure parental support: When students enroll, parents need to sign a contract called "Excellence Commitment" to clearly define the specific terms of supporting their children. Excellent teacher staffing: The school seeks high-quality teachers who work longer hours to help students get better academic support. KIPP schools have achieved remarkable results. According to national data, the proportion of children from poor families in the United States who are admitted to college is usually less than 25%, while 80% of KIPP school graduates eventually go to college. However, KIPP schools are also controversial. For example, due to its strict management of students time and heavy schoolwork, some people think it is the American version of "Hengshui Middle School". KIPP has been established for nearly 20 years and currently has 242 schools in the United States, with nearly 100,000 students, covering the G1-12 stage (i.e., from the first grade of elementary school to the twelfth grade of high school). Although the educational model of KIPP schools is controversial, its achievements in improving the educational level and enrollment rate of poor students are worthy of attention, and some of its educational reform experiences have also provided some reference for other schools. However, it should be noted that KIPP cannot be simply compared with other educational models because the educational environment they are in is different. The education system of each country and region is unique and needs to be analyzed and evaluated based on local actual conditions.

Reading: 15 2019-03-27

Tourism Western Australia

Tourism Western Australia

Western Australia is located in the west of the Australian continent, bordering the Indian Ocean. It covers an area of ​​about 2.52 million square kilometers, which is equivalent to the entire Western Europe and accounts for 1/3 of Australias total area. It is the largest state in Australia. The state has a diverse natural geographical environment. There are three major desert areas in the inland, and most of the area is a low plateau with an altitude of 300-450 meters, with flat terrain and dry climate. The coastal plain in the southwest corner is crossed by rivers such as the Swan River, which is the main producer of wheat and fruit. The north is the Kimberley Plateau, and the soil in the north and northeast is poor, which is the residence of indigenous people; the northwest has the Hamersley Ridge rich in high-grade iron ore; the central and southern parts have the Kalgoorlie gold mining area; the southwest has the longitudinal Darling Mountains; the eastern inland deserts and semi-deserts are widespread; the coastal plains are a series of narrow strips. The climate types in Western Australia are diverse and changeable. The summer temperature ranges from warm to hot, with little rainfall, an average temperature of 29 degrees Celsius, and there is usually a breeze in the afternoon to lower the temperature. The temperature is mild in winter, averaging about 18 degrees Celsius, and there is plenty of sunshine most of the time. The northern region has a tropical and subtropical monsoon climate, with hot and humid summers and cool winters; the central inland has an arid and semi-arid climate with little and irregular rainfall; the southern part has a subtropical climate, with only dry and rainy seasons; the western part has a Mediterranean climate, the southwest has four distinct seasons, and the central desert is dry and rainy. Western Australia is vast and sparsely populated, with a population of less than 10% of the total population of Australia, most of which is concentrated in the capital Perth. Other major cities include Bumbray, Fremantle, and Jerryton. The natural scenery and ecological environment here are still in their original state and have rich natural resources. There are many kinds of plants, more than 6,800 species, many of which are rare species; animal resources are also rich, among which black swans, numbats, giant crabs, etc. are unique and rare wild animals in the state. Its mineral resources are the highest in Australia, mainly iron, gold, nickel, diamonds, manganese, copper, coal, oil and natural gas, with large reserves, wide distribution, shallow burial, and easy development. In terms of economy, Western Australia is mainly based on animal husbandry, mining and tourism. In 2010, the total value of the states commodity exports exceeded 100 billion for the first time, reaching 100.2 billion Australian dollars, accounting for 44% of Australia. Tourism has developed rapidly in the northern part of the state and has become one of the three pillars of the regions economy. The industry is mainly machinery, metallurgy, shipbuilding, oil refining, food and wood processing. Western Australia has many unique tourist attractions, such as: The Pinnacles: Located in the South Bog National Park, it is a wonder composed of thousands of ancient limestone pillars. It shines brightly under the sun and is even more spectacular at night. There is also a lobster factory nearby, where you can learn about the fishing and production process of Australian lobsters and taste authentic lobster dinners. Wave Rock: After 2.7 billion years of erosion by nature, it has been carved into a wave shape as high as 15 meters, which is shocking. There are also caves in the Aboriginal cultural area nearby, which contain many ancient handprint paintings. Margaret River: This place is picturesque and is one of Australias important wine producing areas. It is surrounded by the sea on three sides and has more than 60 vineyards, mainly producing a variety of red and white wines. There are also various local delicacies and places suitable for outdoor activities, such as Busselton Sea Pier and Lewin National Park. Pink Lake: Such as Hutt Lagoon and Lake Hillier. Hutt Lagoon is the largest natural pink lake in Australia. It has been listed as an important bird sanctuary in the world. There are rare black-headed plover and stilt sandpiper in the world. Visitors can take a helicopter to overlook the unique lake landscape from high altitude. Rottnest Island: 18 kilometers away from the coastline of Western Australia, there are 63 white sand beaches on the island, which is an ideal place for various water sports. The Rottnest Island short-tailed kangaroos on the island are one of the smallest kangaroos. They look cute and are not afraid of people, but they are already endangered species. In addition, there are many relics on the island, and it is an excellent place to watch whales. Perth: The capital of Western Australia, it is the city with the most sunshine in Australia and has been rated as one of the most livable cities in the world for many years. Perth is built along the Swan River. There are 19 beaches in the city where tourists can relax and enjoy the romantic sunset over the water. The city and its suburban villages offer a rich variety of dining options. Historically, before Westerners discovered Australia, Australian aborigines had lived in Western Australia for about 40,000 years. In 1616, Dutch navigators first came to the coast of Western Australia; in 1829, the British established Australias first new immigrant area in Western Australia; in 1886, gold mines were discovered in the state, which opened up economic reforms and self-government movements; in 1901, Western Australia joined the newly established Australian Federation. The political system of Western Australia is subject to the Australian Constitution, and implements the Westminster system of governance, the British parliamentary government system, and the independence of the three powers (legislative, executive, and judicial). The legislative power rests with the Parliament of Western Australia, including the Crown and the Legislative Council of Western Australia, represented by the Premier of Western Australia. The executive power rests with the Executive Council, including the Premier and senior ministers, exercised by the Premier and Cabinet of Western Australia, appointed by the Chief Minister. The judicial power is exercised by the Supreme Court of Western Australia and the secondary court system, with the High Court of Australia having the final judicial power. In terms of foreign trade, the import and export trade volume between Western Australia and China reached A$43.8 billion in 2010, accounting for 44.9% of the trade volume between Australia and China, of which China exported A$2.8 billion to the state, accounting for 7.1% of Chinas exports to Australia; Chinas imports from the state were A$40.98 billion, accounting for 70.3% of Chinas imports from Australia.

Reading: 15 2019-03-27

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