To Whom It May Concern,
Warm greetings.
We are a group of concerned parents from Berkeley School Inc., and we are writing in the spirit of partnership and mutual care for the well-being and development of our children.
We deeply value the education and experiences our children are receiving at Berkeley, and we appreciate the efforts of the administration and faculty in nurturing their growth. At the same time, there are a few matters we would like to bring to your attention in the hope of opening a constructive dialogue.
- Intramurals Duration and Focus
We have observed that the Intramurals span two full weeks, which seems to significantly reduce classroom instruction time. We would like to better understand the rationale behind this duration. Additionally, it appears that a considerable portion of this time is devoted to field demonstration dance practices, with limited actual sports participation. We wonder if there might be a way to strike a better balance between promoting physical activity and preserving valuable academic time or maybe even adjusting the schedule to optimize student benefit. - MSE Program Content and Structure
We also have some concerns regarding the year-long MSE program. It seems that students are focused primarily on learning a single song for the end-of-year recital, and much of the theory covered appears to be repetitive from previous years. The group practice format also makes it difficult for students to hear themselves and receive individualized feedback. When not actively practicing, students often spend long periods waiting, which may not be the most productive use of their time. Given that this is a required and paid program, we would appreciate more insight into its structure and goals, and whether there are opportunities for enrichment or improvement. We would also like to suggest that the MSE program be made optional and other programs be offered instead in order to give the students more options for extra curricular subjects that suit their interests and skills. - Parent Involvement and PTA
Lastly, we would like to express our interest in becoming more actively involved in school matters through a formal Parent-Teacher Association. We believe that creating a PTA could foster stronger collaboration and communication between parents and the school, allowing us to work together more effectively on issues that impact our children.
We share a common goal of providing the best possible learning environment for our children, and we hope this message is received in the spirit of partnership. We would greatly appreciate the opportunity to meet or correspond further on these topics at your convenience.
Thank you very much for your time and attention.
12 Comments
I do agree that the activities must be centered in a more holistic character, body and mind development. Kids learn less every year. Thank you!
I also think that the lack of space or courts contribute to the long duration of intrams
Hi fellow parents, I hope you're all doing well. As a Berkeley parent for more than 11 years, I just wanted to share a quick reminder and a bit of encouragement. Has anyone already reached out to their department heads or spoken directly with Principal Al regarding the concerns we raised in the petition? If not, I strongly encourage you to do so. Over the years, I’ve seen that the school, especially Principal Al, has always been open to hearing from parents, as long as we approach it with respect and a genuine desire to collaborate. Before classes start, they typically hold a parent dialogue or consultation, and it's a great opportunity for us to speak up and be part of the conversation. While the petition is a strong first step, I truly believe that raising our voices directly, whether individually or in small groups, can really help move things forward. Let’s make sure we stay involved and present, not just for ourselves, but for the benefit of all our children. -Supportive Parent
1. We really appreciate it if the school could consider making MSE an optional or elective subject moving forward. While we understand the value of music in a well-rounded education, not all kids are musically inclined. Rather than being a separate subject with additional costs, music appreciation could be more appropriately incorporated into MAPEH, as it is in most standard curricula. It might also be a great opportunity to offer students more choice by introducing other elective subjects. Something in line with today’s digital world, like coding, digital art, or even basic robotics, could really spark different interests and give them useful skills too. 2. We wanted to comment on the recent intramurals. We understand the school is doing its best, but with only one basketball court shared by both elementary and high school students, the event ended up stretching to two full weeks. It may be worth considering renting a private facility next time to help run the games more efficiently and minimize disruption to class time. 3. We also strongly believe that forming a Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) would be a valuable step forward for the school community. A PTA would provide a structured platform for parents and teachers to collaborate, voice concerns, and work together on meaningful improvements—whether it's planning school events, tuition fee hikes, discussing curriculum matters like electives, or addressing facility limitations. It’s something we feel is long overdue and would make a real difference in creating a more engaged and supportive environment for our children. 4. We would also like to raise a concern about gadget usage within the school premises. We understand that technology plays a role in learning, but unsupervised or excessive use of gadgets during school hours can be quite detrimental. It often leads to reduced focus, shorter attention spans, and even behavioral issues among children. It also affects their social development, as kids
For the cheering and field demo, it would also be better if there was a proper venue so the audience and students would be more comfortable.
The school needs a PTA
We can all get involved for the better
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To Whom It May Concern,
Warm greetings.
We are a group of concerned parents from Berkeley School Inc., and we are writing in the spirit of partnership and mutual care for the well-being and development of our children.
We deeply value the education and experiences our children are receiving at Berkeley, and we appreciate the efforts of the administration and faculty in nurturing their growth. At the same time, there are a few matters we would like to bring to your attention in the hope of opening a constructive dialogue.
- Intramurals Duration and Focus
We have observed that the Intramurals span two full weeks, which seems to significantly reduce classroom instruction time. We would like to better understand the rationale behind this duration. Additionally, it appears that a considerable portion of this time is devoted to field demonstration dance practices, with limited actual sports participation. We wonder if there might be a way to strike a better balance between promoting physical activity and preserving valuable academic time or maybe even adjusting the schedule to optimize student benefit. - MSE Program Content and Structure
We also have some concerns regarding the year-long MSE program. It seems that students are focused primarily on learning a single song for the end-of-year recital, and much of the theory covered appears to be repetitive from previous years. The group practice format also makes it difficult for students to hear themselves and receive individualized feedback. When not actively practicing, students often spend long periods waiting, which may not be the most productive use of their time. Given that this is a required and paid program, we would appreciate more insight into its structure and goals, and whether there are opportunities for enrichment or improvement. We would also like to suggest that the MSE program be made optional and other programs be offered instead in order to give the students more options for extra curricular subjects that suit their interests and skills. - Parent Involvement and PTA
Lastly, we would like to express our interest in becoming more actively involved in school matters through a formal Parent-Teacher Association. We believe that creating a PTA could foster stronger collaboration and communication between parents and the school, allowing us to work together more effectively on issues that impact our children.
We share a common goal of providing the best possible learning environment for our children, and we hope this message is received in the spirit of partnership. We would greatly appreciate the opportunity to meet or correspond further on these topics at your convenience.
Thank you very much for your time and attention.
12 Comments
We are parents who are concern of our son’s quality of education received at Berkeley. We want to join the petition so we can also voice out our concerns and thoughts to the right people who needs to hear and people who CAN actually make changes on how education are rendered during classes.
I do agree that the activities must be centered in a more holistic character, body and mind development. Kids learn less every year. Thank you!
I also think that the lack of space or courts contribute to the long duration of intrams
Hi fellow parents, I hope you're all doing well. As a Berkeley parent for more than 11 years, I just wanted to share a quick reminder and a bit of encouragement. Has anyone already reached out to their department heads or spoken directly with Principal Al regarding the concerns we raised in the petition? If not, I strongly encourage you to do so. Over the years, I’ve seen that the school, especially Principal Al, has always been open to hearing from parents, as long as we approach it with respect and a genuine desire to collaborate. Before classes start, they typically hold a parent dialogue or consultation, and it's a great opportunity for us to speak up and be part of the conversation. While the petition is a strong first step, I truly believe that raising our voices directly, whether individually or in small groups, can really help move things forward. Let’s make sure we stay involved and present, not just for ourselves, but for the benefit of all our children. -Supportive Parent
1. We really appreciate it if the school could consider making MSE an optional or elective subject moving forward. While we understand the value of music in a well-rounded education, not all kids are musically inclined. Rather than being a separate subject with additional costs, music appreciation could be more appropriately incorporated into MAPEH, as it is in most standard curricula. It might also be a great opportunity to offer students more choice by introducing other elective subjects. Something in line with today’s digital world, like coding, digital art, or even basic robotics, could really spark different interests and give them useful skills too. 2. We wanted to comment on the recent intramurals. We understand the school is doing its best, but with only one basketball court shared by both elementary and high school students, the event ended up stretching to two full weeks. It may be worth considering renting a private facility next time to help run the games more efficiently and minimize disruption to class time. 3. We also strongly believe that forming a Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) would be a valuable step forward for the school community. A PTA would provide a structured platform for parents and teachers to collaborate, voice concerns, and work together on meaningful improvements—whether it's planning school events, tuition fee hikes, discussing curriculum matters like electives, or addressing facility limitations. It’s something we feel is long overdue and would make a real difference in creating a more engaged and supportive environment for our children. 4. We would also like to raise a concern about gadget usage within the school premises. We understand that technology plays a role in learning, but unsupervised or excessive use of gadgets during school hours can be quite detrimental. It often leads to reduced focus, shorter attention spans, and even behavioral issues among children. It also affects their social development, as kids
For the cheering and field demo, it would also be better if there was a proper venue so the audience and students would be more comfortable.
The school needs a PTA
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We are parents who are concern of our son’s quality of education received at Berkeley. We want to join the petition so we can also voice out our concerns and thoughts to the right people who needs to hear and people who CAN actually make changes on how education are rendered during classes.