MMorrisonorrison AAcademycademy 1 • Contents •Morrison Academy Contents 3 About Morrison Academy 5 Campuses and Facilities 7 Academics 9 Elementary and Middle School 11 High School 3 1 Fi n e Ar ts 15 Athletics 7 1 Staff Morrison Academy• Contents 2 About Morrison Academy orrison Academy was founded by missionaries in 1952 to educate students in a distinctively Christian environment with a quality American curriculum. Its dynamic learning environment paired Mwith caring educators prepares students to be eff ective leaders, moral and ethical citizens, and life-long learners. Th e school strives to lead students to the Truth which will provide them with an intellectual and moral anchor for life. It is the school’s goal to equip the whole student, helping them to acquire the knowledge, discernment, and ability to dynamically impact the world. Morrison Academy is jointly accredited by the West- ern Association of Schools and Colleges and the Association of Christian Schools International. Association of Christian Schools International 3 • About Morrison Academy • Morrison Academy Taipei • Taipei • Taichung •Kaohsiung Taichung Kaohsiung Taichung Boarding Lounge Campuses and Facilities orrison has campuses in Taipei, Taichung and Kaohsiung. Th e Taipei campus off ers classes from kindergarten through ninth grade. Th e Kaohsiung* and Taichung campuses off er classes from Mkindergarten through twelfth grade. Th e Taichung campus also has a quality boarding program which provides a home-like atmosphere. In order to foster an excellent learning environment, the school is sup- ported by extensive libraries, Mandarin language labs, and integrated technology systems, such as interactive white boards and student re- sponse systems. Each campus is well-equipped to provide a well-rounded learning experience for each student. *By the 2015-2016 school year, there will be a class for each grade K-12 level. Morrison Academy • Campuses and Facilities 6 Academics tudents at Morrison are given the opportunity to learn and experi- ence a rigorous and challenging curriculum that prepares them for an ever-changing world. Morrison seeks to provide a positive Slearning environment for each student by focusing on both group learn- ing and individual development. Students will obtain the knowledge and skills to be eff ective communicators and rational and critical thinkers. 7 • Academics • Morrison Academy As an international school in a Mandarin-speaking country, Morrison is poised to provide various academic opportunities. Morrison off ers Mandarin as a foreign language at every grade level. Also, students have opportunities to take part in academic exchanges with other international schools in mathematics competitions, spelling bees, debates, the World Scholar’s Cup, and the Model United Nations. Morrison Academy • Academics 8 Elementary and Middle School orrison provides a nurturing and safe environment for students’ younger years. While fostering each student’s curiosity, teach- ers strive to integrate the best educational practices to help stu- Mdents achieve optimum levels of learning. Th e classroom is a place for students to learn, explore, and be challenged as they develop spiritually, mentally, emotionally, and physically. Our middle school staff actively assists students as they build their personal identities and transition into high school. Th e intentional integration of service learning projects into school life provides opportunities for each student to develop a heart of compassion and a lifestyle of service. 9 • Elementary and Middle School • Morrison Academy High School he high school aims to provide a balanced curriculum and facili- tate student’s spiritual, intellectual, emotional, social, and physical growth. Academically rigorous Advanced Placement courses are Tprovided, a range of online courses are available, and a wide variety of ex- tracurricular activities are off ered in the performing arts, athletics, service 11• High School • Morrison Academy learning, and student government. Th ese opportunities help develop each student’s interests, abilities, and leadership skills. More than 95 percent of each graduating class pursues higher education, most at universities in the United States and Canada. Morrison Academy• High School 12 Fi n e A r ts ell-developed band, orchestra and choir courses are available on all three campuses. Visual Arts instruction is off ered at every grade level, allowing students to develop their musical and artistic talents and Wabilities. As students mature, they have opportunities to become involved in media and publishing, including video production, photography, web design, journalism and yearbook production. 3 1 • Fi n e A r ts • Morrison Academy Morrison Academy • Fine Arts 14 Athletics orrison’s intramural elementary sports emphasize participa- tion. Th e interscholastic middle school sports include volleyball, softball, soccer, and basketball for both boys and girls. Th e high Mschool soccer, volleyball, basketball, swim, and track teams compete against schools both in Taiwan and in regional tournaments in Asia. 15 • Athletics • Morrison Academy Morrison Academy • Athletics 16 Staff ll Morrison teachers are certifi ed in their academic disciplines and are committed to partnering with parents to meet the unique needs of each student. Th e school provides extensive professional learning Aprograms for teachers to enable them to stay current in the best educa- 7 1 • Staff • Morrison Academy tional practices. Most of Morrison’s staff could earn higher salaries in secu- lar international schools or in their home countries, but they choose to serve at Morrison because they believe in the school’s vision and mission. Morrison Academy Taiwan http://www.mca.org.tw.