Multi-Ethnic Collaboration in Creativity through the Arts and Sciences
A multifaceted program that promotes lifelong learning while building a
strong sense of self and community. The MECCAS Program provides
teachers with the framework to deliver varied instruction and
techniques that engage students into the lesson. Students take journeys
into art, music, dance, literature, technology, history, world
geography, and events. For example, students may learn about explorers,
writers, inventors,famous people, discoveries, and folklore. The goal
of these activities are to help students learn about one another so
they can better understand that everyone is unique, important, and
special.
How does it fit in Abbott Middle School?
Robert Abbott Middle School Celebrates diversity and individuality.
Since Abbott's curriculum is based around the fine and applied arts and
sciences, MECCAS are an excellent source in providing students with
opportunities to meet the global challenges of the 21st century.
Special activities and programs are planned and performed monthly.
During this time, we invite many community leaders and people with
unique experiences to speak at our school.
MECCAS stand for:
Multi-Ethnic-Students learn about other cultures and societies as well as themselves and people in their community.
Collaborations- Opportunities are established to enhance the school
experience for students through interaction with performers, athletes,
scientists, authors, teachers, hobbyists, musicians and artists.
Students will meet, listen to, ask questions of, and develop a working
relationship with guests.
Creativity- The blending of originality, curiosity, and strong interest
in ideas that enable the student to pursue activity that gives him
personal satisfaction and a feeling of accomplishment.
Arts- Will enhance students' lives daily. Diverse and exciting projects
will build self-awareness and develop a greater understanding of the
arts.
Sciences- Will encourage students to develop a better understanding of
the world in which they live. Engaging curriculum will cover Life,
Earth, and Physical sciences. Students will be involved in a wide array
of projects, lab experiments, and real world problem solving activities.
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Special Events
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Annual Abbott Expo- (student music, art, and science exhibit)
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All-School Reading
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Career Day
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Women's History Day
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Cultural Celebration
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Extreme Sports
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The Rammies Academy Awards Ceremony- (student's awards for video production)
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Multi-Ethnic Museum
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Annual Shakespeare Festival
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Special Needs Day
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Winter Olympics
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Awards Night
