P1 Orientation@HaigGirls’ School · • Let your child settle into the school first, before...
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P1 Orientation@Haig Girls’ School
Introductions
Overview of the School
‘Getting Myself Ready for School’
School-Parent Partnership
Introductions
MRS CONSTANCE LOKE
PRINCIPAL
MDM SURAIYA ABDUL HAMEED
VICE-PRINCIPAL
SCHOOL LEADERS
English Language (EL)
Department
MR BRYAN ONG
Head of Department
English
MRS ESTHER TAN
Level Head
English
Mathematics Department
MRS CHARLOTTE MOK
Head of Department
MATHS
Science Department
MDM EVELYN TEO LIAN PENG
Head of Department
SCIENCE
Mother-Tongue Department
MR TAN BOON TIONG
Head of Department
Mother-Tongue
MDM NORAH NORDIN
Senior Teacher
Mother-Tongue
PE/CCA/Aesthetics Department
MRS EILEEN LOW
Head of Department
PE
MDM ANWARA KHATUN
Lead Teacher
VISUAL ART
MS LEU YIFANG
Subject Head
MUSIC
Character and Citizenship
Education (CCE) Department
MRS RAIHANA YUNOOS
Head of Department/
PWD/CCE
MISS GIDWANI POOJALAL
Subject Head
Citizenship Education
MDM TNG SHOO LING
Subject Head
Student Leadership and
Social Emotional
Learning
Info Communication and
Technology (ICT) Department
MRS GINA CHO
Head of Department
ICT
Staff Development
MRS GRACE CHIA
School Staff Developer
P1 Head of Level and
Assistant Head of Level
MISS SHARENE FOO
Head of Level
MDM HAWA BINTE MD
YUSOFF
Assistant Head of Level
Counselling
MISS TEO SIEW WAH
PART-TIME SCHOOL
COUNSELLOR
MISS CHEE FEI WAN
ALLIED EDUCATOR
(COUNSELLING)
Learning and Behavioural
Support (LBS)
MRS ADA GOH
ALLIED EDUCATOR
(LBS)
School Family Education
(SFE)
MS STEPHANIE GOH
SFE Coordinator
Executive and
Administrative Staff
MR ONG CHENG CHUA
OPERATIONS MANAGER
MISS SOON CHOON WAH
ADMIN MANAGER
Executive and
Administrative Staff
MS NUR HAZRILLA
MOHD NOOR
ADMIN EXECUTIVE
MISS MARYAM BEE
ALLAPAKSHI
Corporate Support
Officer (CSO)
MS PATRICIA CHAN
CSO
Executive and
Administrative Staff
MR ABDUL HAMEED BIN
OSMAN
Operation Support Officer
(OSO)
MR WARI BIN HAPI
OSO
Executive and
Administrative Staff
MDM MURTI BINTE
KARDISAN
OSO
MS YATIMAH BTE ABDUL
HADI
OSO
MDM NORLELA BTE
KITANG
OSO
School Health Service
• Mdm Jurginder Kaur, Manager, Dental Therapy
Parents Support Group (PSG)
MDM SITI ZAWIYAH
PSG Executive
Coordinator
Parents Support Group (PSG)
Parent Volunteers For P1 Orientation
Class PVs
• 1 Charity - Mdm NorMasrifah/Ms Angeline
• 1 Grace - Mr Mike Turner/ Ms Vina
• 1 Humility - Mdm Refine/Mr Daoxian
• 1 Joy - Ms Susan Chong/ Ms Wakako
• 1 Kindness - Mrs Angeline Goh / Mdm Rahayu
• 1 Patience - Mdm Zarina/Ms Geri
• *Reading Mum Coordinator - Mrs Pauline Goh
• *P1 Orientation Coordinator - Mrs Sarah Cheng
Overview of
Haig Girls’ School
Established in 1951
Character Leadership Creativity
HGS over the years:
what is distinctive and enduring
• Emphasis on
– Character, leadership, creativity
• Values-based, child-centred philosophy of
education
Ang Li Ming,
Class of 1987,
Parent of a P1 pupil
“I’ve always looked back
on my Haig Girls’ days
with fondness and the
memories flooded back
during a recent visit to the
school with my daughter.
…I’m glad the school
values remain strong
along with aims to
develop character,
leadership and creativity
amongst her girls.”
Celine Teo and
Nadia Lin,
Class of 2011
“What makes Haig
Girls’ so special is the
teachers. They are
smart, funny, caring
and always motivating
us to do better in our
studies. Our teachers
also stress the
importance of
values.”
HGS in the 21st Century
• Vision: Leaders of character striving for
excellence in a vibrant school
• Mission: To develop self-directed learners and
critical and creative thinkers who lead and
serve with integrity and compassion
• Values: Integrity, Commitment, Concern,
Cooperation and Creativity
School Motto
Ars Potens Est: Knowledge is Power
Our knowledge and skills, our conduct and character [Ars] are powerful [Potens] for service to others, the school, community and nation.
HGS in the 21st Century
• A values-based, all-round education
that is rigorous, engaging and
innovative.
• A school recognised for its excellence
in curriculum innovation, arts
education and character education.
Student-centric and values-driven in
our efforts to nurture every pupil to
become a leader of character and a
concerned citizen.
Level IPW Value Creation
P6 USE! Community Problems
(Community Areas)
Research and advocacy:
Creative solutions to a community problem
P5 Science Inno-Fair
(Community Organisations)
Innovative products that solve everyday
problems of community organisations.
P4 TIMEOUT!
(Singapore Art Museum)
Creative writing and contemporary art
installations that address civic issues.
P3 ACT! Joo Chiat Heritage
Conservation
Research and advocacy:
Design of brochures to promote the heritage
and culture of Joo Chiat
P2 We are One! (Singapore Philatelic
Museum)
Creative writing that promotes the
appreciation and traditions in Singapore
P1 Walking through the Zoo Creative writing that promotes animal
conservation
• Inter-disciplinary, field-based learning & authentic problem-solving
• Designed to infuse character & citizenship education and develop 21st century
competencies: self-directed learning, collaboration, critical & creative
thinking and civic literacy.
TIMEOUT – Think! Contemporary
• Exploration of issues
related to identity,
heritage, nationhood
and globalisation
• Creative writing and
contemporary art
inspired by the above
issues
Talent Development:Develop, Discover and Dedicate Your
Talent Time (D3T2)
Talent Development Programmes
(D3T2)
• Visual Art
• Chinese Creative Arts
• Modern/Chinese Dance
• Indian Cultural Dance
• HGS Chorale
• Let’s Act
• Gamelan
• Handbells
• Information &
Communication
Technology
• Maths
• Science
• Track & Field
Dedicating talents in service to
school and communityLet’s Act! D3T2 pupils performing a
skit on Total Defence Day
ArtsConnect: Choir performing at
Serene Nursing Home
Enrichment
Programmes
Ballet
Speech & Drama
CCAs
Badminton
Basketball
Bowling
Netball
Soccer
Swimming
Wushu
Brownies
Red Cross
CCAs
Art Club
Dance Club
Drama & Debating Club
Gamelan Ensemble
Handbells Ensemble
HGS Chorale
Indian Dance
Malay Cultural Club
Media Resource & Library Club
Co-Curricular Activities (CCAs)
• Let your child settle into the school first, before signing up for any CCAs
• The school has programmes in place to identify pupils for performing and visual arts CCAs
• However, if your child is keen to take part in a particular CCA, please inform her form teacher
CCAs that enrol P1 pupils
(in Semester 2)• Choir
• Dance
• Wushu
On a Case-By-Case Basis
• Bowling
• Drama
• Netball
• Art (Talent Development Programme): by invitation
• Soccer
• Swimming
• Brownies
• Red Cross
• Gamelan
• Science Club
• Media Resource & Library Club
Co-Curricular Activities (CCAs)
for Primary 2 pupils
P1 Programmes
Singapore: Singapore: Singapore: Singapore: ‘A City in the Garden’*‘A City in the Garden’*‘A City in the Garden’*‘A City in the Garden’*
****Re: ‘Changing Context’ and National Park vision for Singapore.
Haig Girls’: Haig Girls’: Haig Girls’: Haig Girls’: ‘A School in the Gallery (of Arts)’‘A School in the Gallery (of Arts)’‘A School in the Gallery (of Arts)’‘A School in the Gallery (of Arts)’.
VALUES-BASED CREATIVITY PROGRAMME (Whole-Level Mass Participation and Learning)
LEVEL PROGRAMMETIME –
FRAMEOBJECTIVES/ VALUES
P1‘Growing Art’ Programme
Term
2 - 3
•Learn elements of art - picture composition and
colour combination.
•Integrate skills with Art & English syllabus.
•Inculcate self awareness and build self
confidence.
P2
Values-Based
Creative Tile
Design & Painting
Term 1
•Learn elements of art and principles of design
(patterns, symbol representation).
•Inculcate & reinforce school’s 6Cs shared
values: Concern, Creativity, Commitment,
Cooperation, Continuity and Courage.
P1“Happy Feet”
Dance Programme
Term
1 – 2
�Promote and develop dance and music
appreciation.
�Integrate skills with PE & Music syllabus.
�Inculcate self-awareness and build self
confidence
P2
“Merry Melodies”
Values-Based
Creativity
Programme
Term
2 - 3
�Develop ability for creative expression through
music making (handchimes and bell plates)
�Explore the ways sounds are organised through
manipulating, experimenting and putting it
together
Programme for
Active Learning (PAL)
(2 hours a week)
Objectives of PAL
• Provide pupils with broad exposure and
experiences during curriculum time through
fun and varied activities in:
• Sports and Games
• Outdoor Education
• Performing Arts (Music and Dance)
• Visual Arts
• Facilitate all-round development of pupils
• Provide varied avenues for pupils to
develop social and emotional
competencies
Objectives of PAL
• Experiential
• Fun and Enjoyable
• Encompasses learning in a creative way
• Provides opportunities for children to engage
in creative work
• Incorporates values education and social &
emotional learning
Characteristics of PAL
Holistic Assessment at Haig Girls’ School
Assessment at P1 & P2
• Oral tasks
• Written tasks
• Activity-based tasks
• Mid-Year Exam (P1 & P2)
• End-of-Year Exam (P1)
• End-of-Year Exam (P2)
� Bite-sized
assessments
� More feedback
given
� Wider range of
assessment
tasks
:Purpose of Holistic Assessment
• Know and develop the whole child
• Encourage pupils to be self-directed
learners - more reflective, independent
and involved in their own learning.
• Provide timely and regular feedback for
parents and enable them to support the
child’s holistic development and growth.
Sample EL Assessment PlanPrimary 1 Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4
EL Focus on :
Language Skills-Oral Communication, Reading & Writing
Best-work
Portfolio- Basic
language
development
Speaking-Show & Tell
(10%)
IPW
Reading
Listening
Mini Test
(10%)
Reading
Speaking
-Stimulus-Based
Conversation
Listening
Mini Test
(30%)
Reading and
Speaking
(10%)
Writing (5%)
Listening &
Spelling(10%)
Mini Tests(25%)
• Teacher observation, questioning, checklist based on rubrics
• Self and peer assessment
• Knowing the Whole Child
• Developing the Whole Child
• Regular Feedback for Parents on
Child’s Holistic Development
Benefits of Holistic Assessment
• feedback for parents on the child’s development includes not only the cognitive domains but also the social-emotional, aesthetic and physical domains.
Regular Holistic Feedback for Parents on their Child’s Progress and Development
Getting Your Child
Ready for School
P1 Orientation Package:
Resources for Parents
• P1 Orientation Handbook
• Healthy Living for Children (Health Promotion Board information booklet for Parents)
• P1 Orientation Feedback Form
Our Commitment to P1 Parents
• Easing P1 pupils into primary school
• Engaging, child-centred, values-driven
curriculum
• Managing homework: homework policy
• No ability banding for class placement in P1-2
• No above-level testing
• School does not expect parents to provide
tuition
Parents’ Support
• Unconditional support and love
• Stimulate learning and curiosity: read with
them
• Refrain from being ‘kiasu’
HAIG GIRLS’ SCHOOLAn In-House Production
All Rights Reserved
Primary 1 Orientation Handbook
Name:
Class: Primary 1______ (2014)
Assembly Area
• Parade Square
• Hall (on rainy days)
Sit down quietly, and
read a book.
What time do I have to be in school?By 7.25 am
What time do I go home? Mon & Wed: 1.10 pm
Tue & Thur: 1.40 pm
Fri : 12.40 pm
What to Bring on the 1st Day
Mathematics:
My Pals Are Here, Maths Workbook 1A
Mother Tongue Textbook & Workbook 1A
Student’s Handbook (to bring every day)
(white clear folder)
Pencil case
Colour pencils
Water bottle
1 story book (for silent reading)
A healthy snack (to be eaten on
Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12 noon)
1 broad-lined exercise book for Spelling
1 yellow school file (English)
1 red school file (Mathematics)
1 blue school file (Mother Tongue)
1 white Homework / Communication file
Holistic Development Portfolio
Report Book
The weight of a P1 pupil’s bag should
not be more than 3 kg.
Please write the name of your child on
water bottles, wallets, all text books,
workbooks, school shoes, school
uniforms and other personal
belongings.
I must…
� know how to put on my
school uniform
� know how to pack my bag
� label all my belongings such
as water bottle, books,
school bag, shoes…
� write my parents’ contact
numbers behind my name
tag
Contact No: _________________ (F)
_________________ (M)
Bus No: _________
Gate No: ______ (For Personal pick up only)
Name Tag
DOs
� Be punctual
� Be courteous
� Be properly attired
� Follow the time table
� Keep your school bag light
� Keep the school clean
� Keep your fingernails short
� Keep your hair neat and tidy
DON’Ts
� Don’t bring valuables and too
much money to school
� Don’t wear fanciful hair
accessories, socks and shoes to
school
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