First Month In School

Assalamualaikum,


As we have come to the end of the first school month, I believe we must have learnt some few tips on how to raise a good and perfect child.

Just to recap into the first month in school “January 2010” we had a trip to the fire station in Alor Gajah, and it was a wonderful experience, the students had a very remarkable experience, For those of you that your child was present for the trip, we want to really extend our sincere gratitude for your support and confident you had in us.
We as a parent we mustn’t stop in given our child the very best of life even at low cost we can still provide them with good things of life.

We have so many photos of our children in classes, trips, school holiday activities, occasions and lot of more, kindly log on to our photo gallery


We also take some time out to celebrate with those of our students born every month, for the month of January, we wish every of Our students born in this month many happy years to come and may the good Allah always remember them for His mercy now and thereafter ( Ameen)
If you may permit me to use of one the word of my mentor, and I quote “ the different between the poor and the rich is information” basically this is the truth, I believe if we all have the right information at the right time and make use of it, things would have been different by now.

To your all Our parent’s out there, We at Matrix Islamic Educational Center has promise to always be here for you, to give you and your child the very best of Islamic education and we want to assured you once again, that by the special grace of Allah, we will not fail you.

This coming month of February, 2010, we will be taken a trip to Malacca Zoo, parents should Endeavour to make sure their child (ren) per take in it, this is another way of showing to the children that education is fun.

We have so many photos of our children in classes, trips, school holiday activities, occasions and lot of more, kindly log on to our photo gallery on this web.
For more information or you are interested in knowing more about how our services can really benefits you and your child, kindly visit us or call us today and you will be glad you did.

Have a pleasant weekend.
See you next month.


Salam.

Ways for Helping Kids and Teens with their Homework and Study Habits

Certain key practices will make life easier for everyone in the family when it comes to study time and study organization. However, some of them may require an adjustment for other members of the family.


• Turn off the TV set. Make a house rule, depending on the location of the set, that when it is study time, it is "no TV" time. A television set that is on will draw youngsters like bees to honey.

• What about the radio? Should it be on or off? Contrary to what many specialists say, some youngsters do seem to function all right with the radio turned on to a favorite music station. (Depending on the layout of your house or apartment, maybe an investment in earphones would be worthy of consideration.)

• Certain rules should be set about the family phone during study hours. The more people in the household, the more restrictions on long and unnecessary phone calls are needed. A timer, placed next to the phone, can help to control the length of calls so that the telephone will be available if it becomes necessary to call a schoolmate to confirm an assignment or discuss particularly difficult homework.

• Designate specific areas for homework and studying. Possibilities include the child's room or the kitchen or dining room table. Eliminate as much distraction as possible.

Since many young people will study in their own rooms, function becomes more important than beauty. Most desks for young people really don't have sufficient space to spread out materials. A table that allows for all necessary supplies such as pencils, pens, paper, books, and other essentials works extremely well.

Consider placing a bulletin board in your child's room. Your local hardware store sells wallboard that might not look too pretty and isn't framed, but a 4 x 3'section is inexpensive and perfect on which to post pertinent school items. You might want to paint or cover it with burlap to improve its appearance or let your child take on this project.

Encourage the use of a small book or pad for writing down assignments so that there is no confusion about when certain assignments must be turned in to the teacher.
Keeping general supplies on hand is important. Check with your child about his needs. In fact, make it his responsibility to be well supplied with paper, pencils, note pads, notebook paper, et cetera.

• Regularity is a key factor in academic success. Try to organize the household so that supper is served at a standard time, and once it and family discussions are over, it's time to crack the books. If the student doesn't have other commitments and gets home reasonably early from school, some homework can be done before supper.

• Consider your child's developmental level when setting the amount of time for homework. While high school students can focus for over an hour, first-graders are unlikely to last more than 15 minutes on a single task. Allow your child to take breaks, perhaps as a reward for finishing a section of the work.

• Organize study and homework projects. Get a large calendar, one that allows space for jotting down things in the daily boxes. Rip it apart so that you (and the child) can sequentially mount the school months for the current semester. For example, you can tear off September, October, November, December, and January and mount them from left to right across one wall. Have the child use a bold color writing instrument (felt tip pen) to mark exam dates in one color, reports that are coming due in a different color, et cetera. This will serve as a reminder so that things aren't set aside until the last dangerous moment.

• Teach your child that studying is more than just doing homework assignments. One of the most misunderstood aspects of schoolwork is the difference between studying and doing homework assignments. Encourage your child to do things like: -
1. Take notes as he's reading a chapter

2. Learn to skim material

3. Learn to study tables and charts

4. Learn to summarize what he has read in his own words

5. Learn to make his own flashcards for quick review of dates, formulas, spelling words, et cetera

• Note-taking is a critical skill and should be developed. Many students don't know how to take notes in those classes that require them. Some feel they have to write down every word the teacher says. Others have wisely realized the value of an outline form of note-taking. Well prepared teachers present their material in a format that lends itself to outline form note taking.

• Should notes ever be rewritten? In some cases, they should be, particularly if a lot of material was covered, and the youngster had to write quickly but lacks speed and organization. Rewriting notes takes time, but it can be an excellent review of the subject matter. However, rewriting notes isn't worth the time unless they are used for review and recall of important information.

• A home dictionary is essential, but if it is kept on a shelf to gather dust, it won't do anyone any good. Keep it in an accessible place and let your child see you refer to it from time to time. If the family dictionary is kept in the living room and the child studies in his room, get him an inexpensive dictionary for his exclusive use
Good dictionary, encyclopedia and organizational skills depend on the ability to alphabetize. See if your child's teacher practices alphabetizing in class. Try alphabetizing spelling words, family members' names or a few favorite toys at home as a way of practicing.

• Help your child to feel confident for tests. Taking tests can be a traumatic experience for some students. Explain to your child that burning the midnight oil (cramming) the night before a test is not productive. Better to get a good night's sleep. Students also need reminding that when taking a test, they should thoroughly and carefully read the directions before they haphazardly start to mark their test papers. They should be advised to skip over questions for which they don't know the answers. They can always return to those if there's time. Good advice for any student before taking a test: take a deep breath, relax, and dive in. Always bring an extra pencil just in case.

• During a homework session, watch for signs of frustration. No learning can take place and little can be accomplished if the child is angry or upset over an assignment that is too long or too difficult. At such times the parent may have to step in and simply halt the homework for that night, offering to write a note to the teacher explaining the situation and perhaps requesting a conference to discuss the quality and length of homework assignments.

• Should parents help with homework? Yes-if it is clearly productive to do so, such as calling out spelling words or checking a math problem that won't prove. No-if it is something the child can clearly handle himself and learn from the process. And help and support should always be calmly and cheerfully given. Grudging help is worse than no help at all!

Read directions, or check over math problems after your child has completed the work. Remember to make positive comments - you don't want your child to associate homework with fights at home.

Model research skills by involving your child in planning a family trip. Help your child locate your destination on a map or atlas. Use traditional encyclopedia or a CD-ROM to find information about the place you will visit; try the Internet or books in the library.


Parents are strongly advice to spend quality time with their children whenever the chance present itself, this is considered a perfect gift money can’t buy

Tips for discussing child safety

Who?
YOU!

• A parent is the best person to teach a child about personal safety.

What?

• Effective personal safety skills.

• Smart Thinking

• Strong Character

• Sticking Together

When?

NOW!

• Age and maturity matter.

• There is no perfect age when parents should begin teaching children about personal safety.

• A child’s ability to comprehend and practice safety skills is affected by age, educational, and developmental levels.

How?

LISTEN to your children.

• Know your children’s daily activities and habits.

• Listen to what they like and what they don’t like.

• Encourage open communication. Let your children know they can talk to you about any situation.

• Reassure your children that their safety is your #1 concern.



TEACH your children.

• Set boundaries about places they may go, people they may see, and things they may do.

• Reinforce the importance of the "buddy system."

• It's OK to say NO—tell your children to trust their instincts.

Get INVOLVED.

• Know where your children are at all times.

• Your children should check in with you if there is a change in plans.

• There is no substitute for your attention and supervision.

PRACTICE safety skills with your child.

• Rehearse safety skills so that they become second nature.

Guide to Parents on Child Parenting

• If a child lives with criticism, he learns to condemn.

• If a child lives with hostility, he learns to fight.

• If a child lives with ridicule, he learns to be shy.

• If a child lives with fear, he learns to be apprehensive.

• If a child lives with shame, he learns to feel guilty.

• If a child lives with tolerance, he learns to be patient.

• If a child lives with encouragement he learns to be confident.

• If a child lives with acceptance, he learns to love.

• If a child lives with recognition, he learns it is good to have a goal.

• If a child lives with honesty he learns what truth is.

• If a child lives with fairness, he learns justice.

• If a child lives with security, he learns to have faith in himself and those about him.

• If a child lives with friendliness, he learns the world is a nice place in which to live to love and be loved


Always create an atmosphere of good communication between you and your child.


For more information on Child parenting, feel free to contact the office, Our phone lines are available 24 hours day and we will be glad to assist.

Ways for Parents to Help Their Children Stay Safe

Safety at Home


Children should know their full name, home phone number and how to use the telephone. Post your contact information where your children will see it: office phone number, cell phone, pager, etc.
Children should have a trusted adult to call if they’re scared or have an emergency.

Choose babysitters with care. Obtain references from family, friends, and neighbors. Once you have chosen the caregiver, drop in unexpectedly to see how your children are doing. Ask your children how the experience with the caregiver was, and listen carefully to their responses.

Safety in the Neighborhood

Make a list with your children of their neighborhood boundaries, choosing significant landmarks.

Interact regularly with your neighbors. Tell your children whose homes they are allowed to visit
Don’t drop your children off alone at malls, movie theatres, video arcades, or parks.
Teach your children that adults should not approach children for help or directions. Tell your children that if they are approached by an adult, they should stay alert because this may be a "trick."
Never leave children unattended in an automobile. Children should never hitchhike or approach a car when they don’t know and trust the driver.

Children should never go anywhere with anyone without getting your permission first.

Safety at School


Be careful when you put your child's name on clothing, backpacks, lunch boxes or bicycle license plates. If a child's name is visible, it may put them on a "first name" basis with an abductor.

Walk the route to and from school with your children, pointing out landmarks and safe places to go if they’re being followed or need help. Make a map with your children showing acceptable routes to school, using main roads and avoiding shortcuts or isolated areas. If your children take a bus, visit the bus stop with them and make sure they know which bus to take.

Morning Exercise

We in Matrix Islamic Educational Center, believes so much in living a healthy life and one of the many way to achieve this is engaging oneself in exercises. And base on this, we have made it a part of our daily activities in the school to engage our students in morning exercise before the commencement of the class section.


Below are some of the very important of exercises

1. The exercise reduces the risks to die prematurely.
2. The exercise reduces the risks to die of the diseases of the heart, cancers, the diabetes and arthritis.
3. The exercise helps us to lose weight by decreasing our index of body mass, reducing our cholesterol and the triglyceride levels which circulate in our blood.
4. The exercise improves operation of our immune system as well as the oxygen and blood circulation towards the various bodies of our body.
5. The exercise increases the sensitivity to insulin to prevent the diabetes of the type 2.
6. The exercise increases our endurance and energy level.
7. The exercise slows down ageing by improving our wellbeing physical, mental, emotive and psychological.
8. The exercise reduces our risk to develop diseases of the bones and articulations.
9. The exercise even helps to develop the creativity and imagination. It also supports the improvement of mental strength, including the acuity and reaction time.
10. The exercise increases the regard of oneself and the self-confidence.
11. The sport is an antidepressant. The sporting practice improves mood and stimulates the production of endorphins in the brain, which gets a feeling of wellbeing to you.
12. The exercise helps us with better sleeping.

Exercises go a very long way in our body systems; the body derives invaluable benefits from exercise. Each one of us should set aside a minimum period of 30 to 40 minutes every day in the morning for exercise

WAYS TO PARENT AND CHILD COMMUNICATION

Good communication is an important parenting skill; this has been proven on so many occasions. Today, we will be sharing useful information and techniques for parents on how to communicate effectively with their children.
Parenting can be more enjoyable when positive parent - child relationship is established.
Whether you are parenting a toddler or a teenager, good communication is the key to building self-esteem as well a mutual respect.

BASIC GUIDELINES TO GOOD PARENT AND CHILD COMMUNICATION
• Always let the child know that you are interested in them and involved and that you will help whenever they needed you.
• Turn off your television or put down whatever you are doing when your child wants to converse with you.
• Avoid taking a telephone call when the child has something important to tell you.
• Unless other people are specifically meant to be included, hold conversations in privacy. The best communication between you and the child will occur when others are not around.
• Embarrassing the child or putting him on the spot in front of others will lead only to resentment and hostility, not good communication.
• Don’t tower over your child. Physically get down to the child’s level then talk.
• If you are very angry about a behavior or an incident, don’t attempt communications with your child until you regain your mood, because you cannot be objective until then. It is better to stop, settle down, and talk to the child later.
• If you are very tired, you will have to make an extra effort to be an active listener. Genuine active listening is hard work and is very difficult when your mind and body are already tired.
• Listen carefully and politely. Don’t interrupt the child when he is trying to tell his story. Be as courteous to your child as you would be to your best friend.
• Don’t be a wipe-out artist, unraveling minor threads of a story and never allowing the child’s own theme to develop. This is the parent who reacts to the incidentals of a message while the main idea is list: i.e., the child starts to tell about what happened and the parent says, "I don’t care what they are doing, but you had better not be involved in anything like that."
• If you have knowledge of the situation, confront the child with the information that you know or have been told.
• Keep adult talking ("You’ll talk when I’m finished." "I know what’s best for you." "Just do what I say and that will solve the problem"), preaching and moralizing to a minimum because they are not helpful in getting communication open and keeping it open.
• Don’t use put-down words or statements: dumb, stupid, lazy: "Stupid, that makes no sense at all" or "What do you know, you’re just a child."
• Assist the child in planning some specific steps to the solution.
• Show that you accept the child himself, regardless of what he has or has not done.
• Reinforce the child for keeping communication open. Do this by accepting him and praising his efforts to communicate.


And lastly, always appreciates your child, because they need to be love and appreciated at all time.

For more information on this topic kindly contact Pn Siti

Welcome to first day at school year 2010

ASSALAMUALAIKUM
A very beautiful morning to all!

Welcome to Matrix Islamic Educational Center (MIEC). We are glad that you have chosen us in your quest for formative and basic education for your children. You know how important education is to your child and that is why you have considered sending your children to us to learn, to experience, to equip them with knowledge and prepare them for the future and their destiny.
You and MIEC are now partners. It is a mutual relationship and we as the new Administrators of MIEC will try to meet our obligations and we expect the same from your child, parents and guardians. Our success is our working together to achieve this goal. WE MUST NOT FAIL!
Let me also take this opportunity to remind you to stay safe and healthy. Lately, the H1N1 Virus or the Swine Flu have been causing health problems and have even caused death to some people. I strongly recommend that you take preventive measures i.e. washing hands thoroughly, if you sneeze use the side of your elbows and not in your hands, and if your child (ren) are sick please let them stay at home and recuperate as it may infect their classmates, and try to alert the school immediately. We will also continue to introduce the morning exercises to keep the children fit physically and mentally.

To every of Our parents and students we welcome you to Matrix Islamic Educational Center. This day promises a good beginning in our lives and I pray that Allah Providence be with us this school year 2010.


PN Siti!