doctors school

Award Policy

At Doctors School, we believe in fostering a learning environment where every student’s progress is celebrated. In line with the Finnish educational approach, our focus is on the continuous development of students, building their intrinsic motivation, collaboration skills, and overall well-being. Rather than emphasizing high-stakes exams and competition, we aim to recognize a variety of achievements that reflect personal growth, creativity, and teamwork.

Objectives

To celebrate the individual learning journey of each student.
To recognize effort and improvement over time, not just final outcomes.
To promote collaborative achievements and teamwork.
To provide positive reinforcement for diverse skills, such as creativity, problem-solving, and emotional intelligence.
To involve parents in the process, ensuring their understanding of their child’s unique educational path.

Categories of Awards

Personal Growth Awards

Criteria: Recognizes students who show significant progress in their personal development, such as overcoming challenges, enhancing their skills, or demonstrating persistence.
Award: Certificate of Achievement or Recognition for Personal Development.

Collaboration and Teamwork Awards

Criteria: Awarded to students who demonstrate excellent collaboration and teamwork, contributing positively to group projects and class activities.
Award: Teamwork Award or Certificate of Appreciation.

Creativity and Innovation Awards

Criteria: Given to students who showcase exceptional creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities in projects, assignments, or extra-curricular activities.
Award: Creative Excellence Certificate or Innovation Badge.

Leadership and Social Responsibility Awards

Criteria: Recognizes students who show leadership qualities, initiative, and contribute positively to the school or broader community.
Award: Leadership Certificate or Community Contribution Award.

Improvement Awards

Criteria: Awarded to students who show substantial improvement in any area of their academic or personal development, acknowledging their hard work and resilience.
Award: Certificate of Improvement or Most Improved Student Recognition.

Class and Subject Recognition

Criteria: Students who consistently perform well in various subjects or classes, showing commitment and academic excellence.
Award: Subject Excellence Certificate or Class Champion.

Examination Results and Achievement Tracking

Continuous Assessment:
Doctors School follows an assessment system based on ongoing, formative evaluations that help teachers understand each student’s learning progress. This system values effort, personal growth, and skills development rather than just final exam scores.
Progress Reports:
Instead of a single end-of-year ranking, students and parents receive personalized progress reports detailing achievements, areas for improvement, and future learning goals.

Trophy and Reward Distribution

Certificates for personal and collective achievements, highlighting key aspects such as creativity, teamwork, leadership, and improvement.
Special Acknowledgments for students who show particular resilience or creativity in tackling challenges.
Public Celebrations of accomplishments, where students’ efforts are shared with the community, motivating others to engage in the process of continuous learning.

Implementation of Policy

This policy will be implemented from the current academic year and will be reviewed annually to ensure that it continues to align with our mission to provide a supportive, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment.