Kamnoetvidya Science Academy (Thai: โรงเรียนกำเนิดวิทย์; rtgs: Kamnoetvidya Science Academy), also
known colloquially as KVIS, is a high school in Thailand.
The school uses a customized curriculum mainly focused on Mathematics, Science, Engineering
and Technology.
Native English speakers are employed to teach English as well as other subjects.
Apart from English, various other languages like Chinese, Japanese, Spanish and German
are taught to students.
== History == Kamnoetvidya Science Academy with the former
name of Rayong Science Academy (RASA) was founded in 2013.
The name Kamnoetvidya which literally means “The Genesis of Knowledge” was given by
Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn who on 6 August 2015 presided over the grand opening ceremony
of the school.
Kamnoetvidya Science Academy is supported by the RASA foundation with an endowment fund
provided by the PTT Public Company Limited Group of Companies to ensure sustainability,
prosperity, and longevity of the academy.
The conception of Kamnoetvidya Science Academy was the result of a farsighted vision and
a cumulated passion of Dr. Pailin Chuchottaworn, then the chief executive officer (CEO) and
president of PTT Public Company Limited, who wishes to see Thailand emerge as a strong
power in Science and Technology.
Dr. Thongchai Chewprecha, the founding Principal retired from his position in 2018 and currently
he is succeeded by Dr. Rachain Kosenlavit.
Meanwhile, Dr. Thongchai continues to contribute as Principal Emeritus.
== Facilities == Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) is available
in the campus for research and experimental purpose.
KVIS is one of the few educational institutions to own an electron microscope.
The engineering workshop laboratory is equipped with 3D Printers, Lathe machines and 3D modelling
software.
Microcontroller Laboratory is equipped with various microcontroller kits, electronic oscilloscope,
robotic kits, solar panel kits etc.
The Computer Science Lab is equipped with Dell AIO with Intel core i7 processors, NVIDIA
GPU and digital white board.
The academic resource centre is equipped with most of the scientific journals from Springer
and Science Direct.
The entire campus is equipped with wired and wireless high speed internet connectivity.
== Admission process == An entrance exam with two tier process is
open to all Thai nationals pursuing secondary 2 every year.
This exam is conducted in various centers all over the country.
== Academics == Students at Kamnoetvidya Science Academy receive
a full scholarship.
Kamnoetvidya Science Academy received some 6 billion baht ($185.3 million) for academic
park construction.
=== Vision === Kamnoetvidya Science Academy has a vision
of being a world leading science high school.
Nurture future researchers, inventors, and innovators to strengthen sustainable national
development.
Educating gifted and talented students in mathematics and science.
Nurturing future researchers, inventors and innovators with passion and positive thinking
toward nature and mankind.
=== Mission === Cultivate creative thinking to drive future
innovation.
Create knowledge for sustainable national development.
Provide world-class education.
Lay the foundations of a strong scientific and technological education to spur the country’s
development in the coming decades.
Build a knowledge-based society through the combination of natural and scientific methodologies.
== Olympiads performance == KVIS students are encouraged and trained to
participate in various Olympiads conducted at national and international levels.
=== 2016 National Olympiads ===
== International Academic Exchange Programs ==
Academic exchanges with overseas prestigious universities, research centers and other related
institutions for the gifted.
=== Partnership Schools ===
== Press releases == On 3 April 2015, Dr. Pailin Chuchottaworn
said that KVIS, as a part of PTT Group, will strive hard to operate alongside the local
community in Rayong Province, the second home of PTT, with regards to social care and environmental
sustainability.
It was developed to have lifestyle comparable to other leading cities.
== Club activities == Club activities are included in the KVIS curriculum.
Various clubs, like Judo club, Muay Thai club, Music Club, Gardening Club, American Football
club etc. are currently functioning in the school campus.
All clubs function every Monday and Thursday