The students were exposed to different environmental challenges, social, economic and political problems like human rights violations, dictatorial governments, unemployment, urban poverty, illiteracy, human trafficking, regional conflicts etc. Student of Secondary School represented different countries of ECOSOC (Economic and Social Council) in the Model United Nations. They debated and suggested solutions for the problems faced by minority communities around the world.
The various topics stressed on the need for protecting the fragile ecosystems which have bore the brunt of development and extensive commercialization. It was a melting pot of all cultures, as children from across the globe shared their opinions on various topics that need immediate attention such as biodiversity, renewable energy, environmental degradation, overpopulation etc.
As part of the Global Issues Week, CIS initiated an inter school debate competition. The topic of the debate this year was, “Were our ancestors luckier than us”. The various schools which participated in the competition included Canadian International School, Bangalore International School and VidyaShilp Academy. VidyaShilp Academy stood first in the contest followed by CIS.
“We are aware of the Global Issues confronting us politically, socially and environmentally. Let us work together to bring changes which will make our place a better place to live in”, said Fateh, a sixth grader.
"We are living in a high tech world" which our ancestors did not experience. said Ruben an eighth grader.
Mr. Shane Kells, Head of School, Canadian International School said “It is wonderful and heartening to see the level of compassion in our students”. He also expressed his views about the various global issues, which are confronting humanity and commented on the challenges which lie ahead for the young leaders of tomorrow and the importance of debating in schools and international forums about these topics.
About Canadian International School
CIS is a culturally-rich mosaic serving each student by providing a world-class international education, nurturing potential, developing life-long skills, and preparing students for an ever-changing global community. CIS has continued to deliver a very high standard of education with an array of subject choices and activities tailored to students’ interests, allied with a very high level of care in a warm, friendly and non-threatening environment. It follows three internationally recognized curricula - IB (Grades 11 & 12), IGCSE (Grades 6 -10), North American - Ontario (JK to Grade 5), and employs a majority of foreign trained and experienced teachers.For Further details visit - http://www.canadianinternationalschool.com
