Over the past month, we've been researching about whether or not JIS was ready for a major Earthquake. Throughout the investigation, the hardest part for me was learning how to use the new technology I was working with. I had to figure out how to use an online software called, "Voicethread" and Windows Live Movie Maker which I had been introduced to just recently.
With this task, I learned all kinds of new things I had never known before. I learned how to send surveys out by e-mail, and how to correctly format a bibliography. Just now, I also found out about the JIS emergency procedure manual, and cards. That would be VERY useful in case of an emergency. I learned more about the security of our school, which I doubted just a little bit before.
If I were to change one thing if I were to do this project again, I would start working on my final project much, much earlier. I really think I started too late, so I didn't have enough time to reach my expectations for this video. I ended up doing sort of a last minute video, so I didn't have time to edit. I now wish I had started earlier. Next project, I hope to start just about as soon as I finish the main research I need.
Yes, JIS is prepared for a major earthquake. Their budget is enough to repair and rebuild the school if it were to be knocked down. The school has close relationships with Pondok Indah hospital and the local police department, which actually impresses me a little bit. Most students also know what to do and wear to go. JIS seems very prepared.
I only have one suggestion for JIS, and I'm sure it's what most students would say. Even though JIS students know where to go, or where to find help, but I think JIS needs more earthquake drills. Attending the middle school, I've never had an earthquake drill. I've had fire drills, and drop & cover drills. We definitely need more drills for all types of situations our school community could encounter. So far, JIS has done very well with their preparedness levels. Good job, JIS community.
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