{"id":15,"count":185,"description":"We are committed to provide quality, holistic education in the best of Methodist tradition, while provide a safe environment for a purposeful learning experience.","link":"https:\/\/mckl.edu.my\/pykett\/category\/news\/","name":"News","slug":"news","taxonomy":"category","parent":0,"meta":[],"acf":{"highlight_post":{"ID":11898,"post_author":"8","post_date":"2026-05-29 15:36:47","post_date_gmt":"2026-05-29 07:36:47","post_content":"\"\"\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t

The 2026 Autism Acceptance Campaign, held on 25 April 2026, brought together 21 student volunteers from MCKL\u2019s Pre-University\u00a0and Diploma programmes to champion the theme \u201cUnlabelled\u201d.\u00a0More than just a volunteer initiative, the event served as a practical application of MCKL\u2019s signature courses,\u00a0Character Formation\u00a0and\u00a0Service Learning, in line with the vision of\u00a0\u201cMCKL 4.0: Excellence for Life\u201d\u00a0to provide a holistic education that nurtures well-rounded individuals.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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The \"Unlabelled\" Autism Acceptance Campaign 2026 held at MCKL College (Penang, Pykett Campus)<\/I> <\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
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Student volunteers assist in ushering and engaging event participants<\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t\t

A Holistic Approach to Education<\/h4>\t\t\n\t\t

Character Formation, a compulsory course across all programmes, is designed to support students' growth in emotional, spiritual, intellectual, and social dimensions. Through their involvement in the \"Unlabelled\" campaign, students extended their learning beyond classroom learning by reflecting on their core values and understanding how these values can translate into meaningful contributions to society.\u00a0<\/p>

Complementing this, the Service-Learning course requires students to engage in organised activities that address real community needs. Participation in the campaign provided students with the opportunity to actively promote autism awareness and inclusion, while fulfiling a key component of their character development journey.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Values in action: Students bringing empathy, respect, and purpose beyond the classroom<\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t\t

The \"Unlabelled\" Experience: From Booths to the Stage<\/h4>\t\t\n\t\t

The campaign's theme, \"Unlabelled,\" served as a powerful reminder to look beyond diagnoses and recognise everyone for who they are. MCKL volunteers supported a wide range of activities throughout the event, including promoting products, engaging visitors, serving food, packing items, and managing sales.<\/p>

These responsibilities enabled students to develop essential soft skills such as communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and basic financial management. They were also entrusted with handling coupons, including collecting, calculating, and submitting them accurately, which reinforced accountability and attention to detail.<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Serving with purpose, learning with heart. A day where impact goes beyond textbooks<\/I><\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t

The most impactful aspect of the event, however, was the direct interaction with members of the autism community. Many volunteers worked alongside autistic individuals, gaining meaningful insights into inclusiveness, collaboration, and empathy. These interactions allowed students to recognise and appreciate the diverse abilities and strengths within the community.<\/p>

A highlight of the campaign was the series of stage performances by autistic individuals. These performances demonstrated remarkable creativity, confidence, and talent, effectively challenging stereotypes and bringing the \u201cUnlabelled\u201d<\/em> message to life.<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t\t

A Lasting Impact on Civic Responsibility<\/h4>\t\t\n\t\t

As key components of MCKL\u2019s curriculum, Character Formation and Service Learning play a vital role in shaping students holistically. Through Character Formation, students develop a sense of purpose and learn how to contribute meaningfully to society. Service-Learning complements this by providing hands-on experiences that address real-world needs.<\/p>\n

Participation in this campaign strengthened students\u2019 sense of civic responsibility while deepening their understanding of neurodiversity. Students left with a renewed awareness that every individual is unique and deserves an environment where they can thrive.<\/p>\n

Ultimately, this experience reflects MCKL\u2019s commitment to integrating real-world learning into academic life, producing graduates who are not only academically competent but also socially conscious and ethically grounded.<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Guided by Ms Low Poh Wey (Joyce), students experienced firsthand what it means to serve with empathy and lead with purpose<\/I><\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>","post_title":"Living the Values of the MCKL Signature Courses\u00a0","post_excerpt":"The 2026 Autism Acceptance Campaign, held on 25 April 2026, brought together 21 student volunteers from MCKL\u2019s Pre-University and Diploma programmes to champion the theme \u201cUnlabelled\u201d. 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