Principal-Meets-Parents

Session

2014

Secondary 1

Address by Ms Pamela Yoong, Principal

Sharing by Mrs Koh Si Ping, Sec 1 Year Head

Sharing on Teaching and Learning by Mrs Goh Hui Cheng, Senior

Dean Instructional Programme

Parents-School Support Group (PSSG) sharing by Mr Bob Toh,

Chairman of PSSG

Interaction with Form and Co-Form teachers in classrooms

Dinner at Canteen

CCA Briefing at Shaw Hall

Camp Finale Night at Shaw Hall

Programme

Address by Principal

Academic Value-Added

1999 - 2009

Outstanding

(2009)

Our School

A distinctively

Christian School with

a rich Christian

heritage and tradition

An autonomous

school since 2002,

reaffirmed in 2006 &

again in 2012

Academic Value-Added

1999 - 2009

Outstanding

(2009)

Luke 2:52

“…and Jesus increased in wisdom (cognitive

development) and stature (physical development)

and in favour with God (moral development) and

man (social & emotional development).”

School Philosophy

Academic Value-Added

1999 - 2009

Outstanding

(2009)

To nurture every PL-

Lite into a whole person

who lives in favour with

God and Man

School Mission

Academic Value-Added

1999 - 2009

Outstanding

(2009)

An outstanding school producing women of fine

character with a passion for life and learning

Vision School Vision

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1999 - 2009

Outstanding

(2009)

Values Godliness

Respect

All-round excellence

Commitment

Enthusiasm

Academic Value-Added

1999 - 2009

Outstanding

(2009)

PRIME

IMPORTANCE

Character

Development

Academic

Excellence

Academic Value-Added

1999 - 2009

Outstanding

(2009)

Character Development Award

(Outstanding)

Academic Value-Added

1999 - 2009

Outstanding

(2009)

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1999 - 2009

Outstanding

(2009)

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1999 - 2009

Outstanding

(2009)

Personal Philosophy

1. Love God

2. Love your neighbour

3. Leaving the place better than before

Academic Value-Added

1999 - 2009

Outstanding

(2009)

Educational Philosophy

Bottom line = Best interest of the child

• character & values come 1st

• value-added experience

• helping parents and child make informed

decisions

• staff development and optimal deployment

Academic Value-Added

1999 - 2009

Outstanding

(2009)

New Challenges

Socially

• New environment

Academically

• More subjects

• New subjects

Academic Value-Added

1999 - 2009

Outstanding

(2009)

School-

Family

connection

Support

Steer

Standard

Academic Value-Added

1999 - 2009

Outstanding

(2009)

Academic Value-Added

1999 - 2009

Outstanding

(2009)

Focus for 2014

Honour the Lord

Theme Verse:

And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men

Col 3:23 (NKJV)

Academic Value-Added

1999 - 2009

Outstanding

(2009)

Jan – Honour the Lord

Feb – Elderly

Mar – Women

Apr – Friends

May / Jun – Parents, Guardians

Jul – Pioneering National Leaders

Aug – Singapore

Sep – Trs / Former Trs /Admin Staff

Oct – PL

Honour the Lord Blessing Others

Academic Value-Added

1999 - 2009

Outstanding

(2009)

Thank You

PL-Lite : Go Light the World

Academic Value-Added

1999 - 2009

Outstanding

(2009)

Roles of Year Heads

Academic Value-Added

1999 - 2009

Outstanding

(2009)

Level outcomes Sec 1: i Discover

The confident PL-Lites will

discover their self identities,

personalities, talents, interests

and citizenship. (Wise, Articulate, Resilience)

Sec 2: i Aspire

The passionate PL learners will

aspire to fulfill their roles and

responsibilities to their family,

school, community and nation. (Pursues Excellence, Self Directed,

Critical Thinker)

Level outcomes Sec 3: i Influence

The inspiring PL leaders will

influence the people around

them positively. (Loyal, Socially Responsible,

Respects Differences)

Sec 4/5: i Inspire

The active PL citizen will

inspire others by being an

informed citizen and active

servant leader. (Proactive, Influential, Exemplary)

Level outcomes

The confident PL-Lites will discover their

self identities, personalities, talents,

interests and citizenship. (Wise, Articulate, Resilience)

Academic Value-Added

1999 - 2009

Outstanding

(2009)

Sec 1 Key Level Programmes

• Sec 1 “iDiscover” Camp

• CCA Fair

• DISC Profiling

• PL 21 (English Oral Communication, NLB

Literacy Course & Humanities Project, IT

Skills)

• Community Involvement Programme (FIS)

• Leadership 101 Workshop

Academic Value-Added

1999 - 2009

Outstanding

(2009)

Thank you

Mrs Koh Si Ping

Sec 1 Year Head

chan_si_ping@moe.edu.sg

Mr Alex Chiam

Sec 1 Assistant Year Head

chiam_baijie_alex@moe.edu.sg

Teaching and

Learning

Secondary 1 pupils

Lower Secondary Subjects (Exp) EL

MT/ HMT

Mathematics

Science

Humanities (History, Geography,

Literature)

Aesthetics (Art, Food & Consumer

Education, Design & Technology, *Music)

*Physical Education

*non-examinable

Express Stream

A1 A2 B3 B4 C5 C6 D7 E8 F9

100-75 74-70 69-65 64-60 59-55 54-50 49-45 44-40 39 &

below

Express Stream Promotion Criteria

Pupils will be promoted if

they have a pass in EL and

have attained an overall

percentage (50% or more)

in the average for all

subjects.

Lower Secondary Subjects (NA)

EL

MT

Mathematics

Science

Humanities (History, Geography, Literature)

Aesthetics (Art, Food & Consumer

Education, Design & Technology, *Music)

*Physical Education

*non-examinable

Normal (Academic) Stream

Grade

1

Grade

2

Grade

3

Grade

4

Grade

5

Grade

U

100-75 74-70 69 -65 64-60 59-50 49 and

below

Normal (Academic)

Promotion Criteria

A pass will be given to all pupils

who

(a) obtain a Grade 5 or better in

EL and 2 other subjects,

or

(b) a pass percentage in

4 subjects.

Promotion Criteria for Sec 1NA

to Sec 2 Exp (Exceptional Cases)

Grade 5 or better in EL and 2 other subjects and 70% or higher in the average for all subjects

OR

A pass percentage in 4 subjects and 70% or higher in the average for all subjects

Pass the Eligibility Tests

conducted in school

Note : Consistency &

Daily Practice are KEY !

For example :

Food & Consumer Education

(including Coursework)

CPA

Lab-based assignments & coursework

– 70% of Combined Marks

English & Maths – Regular quizzes

Subjects for Sec 1NT English Language

Mother Tongue

Mathematics

Science

Computer Applications (CPA)

Aesthetics (**Art, Food & Consumer

Education, Design & Technology and *Music)

*Physical Education

** only grades will be reflected

* non-examinable

Normal (Technical) Promotion

Criteria

Obtain Grade D or better in 2 subjects,

one of which is EL or Mathematics

Grade A B C D U

Marks 100-75 74-70 69 - 60 59- 50 49 - 0

Promotion criteria for Sec 1NT to

Sec 2NA (Exceptional Cases)

Obtain Grade D or better in 2 subjects,

one of which is EL or Mathematics

AND

70% or higher in the Average for all subjects in the End of Year Results

Pass the Eligibility Tests

conducted in school

Sec 1 Promotion to the next

level

Sec 2 Streaming

Sec 3 Promotion to the next

level

Sec 4/5 National Exams

Assessment in PLMGS(S)

Informal

Assessment (Formative

Assessment)

• Timed Assignments

• Class Quizzes

• Oral Presentations

• Journals / worksheets

• Presentations

• Group / Pair work

• Mind maps

• E-learning activities

• Scrap Book….. etc

Formal

Assessment

•Scheduled Common Tests

•Examinations

•Internal Oral examinations

Assessment Framework in 2014

Sec 1, 2, 3 (Exp / NA / NT)

Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4

CA1 CA2 Exams

No

Assessment

Common

Test +

Informal

Assessment

Common

Test +

Informal

Assessment

End of Year

Exam

25% 30% 45%

Total = 100%

Information for Parents

1. A Letter with the Assessment Schedule will be issued at least 2 weeks before the Assessment.

2. The Test schedule & Topics to be tested will be made available online at least 2 weeks before the test.

3. Subject Teachers will give all pupils relevant information pertaining to the assessment early.

4. Contact the Form teachers or subject teachers if you have any queries.

No. of Curriculum

Weeks in 2014

Curriculum Weeks 2014 (Sec 1) Term Sec 1

1

(11 wks)

9.5 weeks

(Public holidays)

2

(10 wks)

6-8 weeks

(PHs, CT1,Wk 10 enrichment & Learning

Journeys)

3

(10 wks)

7-9 weeks

(PH, CT2)

4

(6 wks)

2 weeks

*Lessons continue after EOY exams

2 weeks EOY Exam + 2 weeks of processing

exams, PH = 4 wks teaching time gone

Total 24.5 – 28.5 wks

IP Overview 2014

Term 1

Term 2

Term 3

Term 4

Areas of Change…

Increased Workload

Flexibility in Class schedules

Independent Learning

Group Projects

More demanding academic tasks

Active participation in CCAs

Service to the Community (Faithful In

Service)

School Involvement

Learning Journeys

NE- Racial Harmony Day, National Day

Celebrations, Total Defence Day

Founder’s Day

Sports Day/ Cross Country

Class-Initiated Activities

Health Wk, Earth Day

Overseas Trips (OFIS/LJs)

Useful Attitudes and Skills

to build on…

Optimism

Self Management

Time Management Techniques

Interpersonal Relationships

How can parents help?

Managing Expectations and stress

Getting A* for all subjects?

Help your child to manage her time

Guiding your child not to

procrastinate

Use technology wisely

Catch sufficient sleep

On the Home Front…

Parents as Builders of Trust and Respect

Parents as Encouragers

Parents as Mentors and Role Models

Parents as Partners to school

Thank you

Mrs Goh Hui Cheng

Senior Dean

Instructional Programme

goh_hui_cheng@moe.edu.sg

Parents-School Support Group

Interaction with Form and Co-Form teachers in

classrooms

Dinner at Canteen (5pm)

CCA Briefing at Shaw Hall (5.45pm)

Camp Finale Night at Shaw Hall

Programme

Academic Value-Added

1999 - 2009

Outstanding

(2009)

Parents-Meet-Teachers

• The school prefects will be assisting and

ushering you to the various classrooms.

• The classrooms are located on the first

and second levels of the Jireh block.