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Sec 2 Meet-Parents-SessionPrincipal’s Briefing
26 May 2012
OUR BRAND OF EDUCATION
Our Brand of EducationOur Mission
Empowering Lives, Transforming our FutureWe empower Teck Whyeans to create
opportunities for themselves and others in the future by equipping them with the 21st century values, skills and knowledge.
We help them discover their passion and purpose in life
and develop strength of character to succeed
despite challenges
We can make a difference
Our Brand of Education
Our Vision
A Community of Future-ready LearnersWho Lead, Serve and Achieve
Through a culture of collaboration, a mindset of
excellence and a spirit of lifelong learning, we aspire to be a community of Teck
Whyeans ready for the future,
as we lead with conviction, serve with compassion and
achieve with confidence.
The New Paper, July 21, 2011
We can make a difference!
School Theme 2011 - 2012
R + I + S = E Resilience: Always trying; not giving up when
faced with challenges Integrity: Knowing and doing what is right Synergy: Working as a team; respecting
different perspectives, strengths and talents Excellence: A journey of continuous
improvement as well as a destination of achievements
I Can Excel!
Student performance: GCE N-Level Examination 2011
Passes DistinctionsBetter/Equal National Average
N(A): 8 subjects(EL, Maths, Science,
MTL, D&T, F&N)
N(T): 8 subjects (EL, MTL, CPA, EBS,
D&T, FS)
N(A): 5 subjects(EL, Maths, Science,
MTL, D&T, F&N)
N(T): 5 subjects (EL, MTL, CPA, EBS,
D&T, FS)
Better/Equal 2010 performance
N(A): 5 subjectsN(T): 7 Subjects
N(A): 2 subjectsN(T): 7 Subjects
ST2:
Learn
ing
ou
r Focu
s
Student performance: GCE N-Level Examination 2011
4N(A) Top StudentsPoh Jia Hui (4E): 5 Grade 1sLee Yi Ling (4G): 5 distinctionsSean Lim En Wei (4F): 5 distinctionsLee Wei Ping Joyce (4G): 4 distinctionsChua Ee Ting (4E): 4 distinctionsJolin Pek Si Min (4E): 4 distinctions
ST2:
Learn
ing
ou
r Focu
s
Student performance: GCE N-Level Examination 2011
4N(T) Top StudentsChiang Jun Ming (4I): 4 ‘A’s, 1 ‘B’, Grade 2 for
N(A) MathsTan Shi Hui (4I): 4 ‘A’s, 1 ‘B’Carine Ng Jia Yin (4I): 4 ‘A’s
ST2:
Learn
ing
ou
r Focu
s
Student performance: GCE O-Level Examination 2011
Passes DistinctionsBetter/Equal National Average
4 Exp: 7 subjects(Science, D&T, F&N,
MTL)
4 Exp: 5 subjects(MTL, D&T, F&N)
5NA: 9 subjects(Science, Maths, A
Maths, CH, MTL, Art, D&T, F&N)
5NA: 4 subjects(CH, TL, D&T, F&N)
Better/Equal 2010 performance
4 Exp: 10 subjects5NA: 8 subjects
4 Exp: 7 subjects5NA: 7 subjects
ST2:
Learn
ing
ou
r Focu
s
Student performance: GCE O-Level Examination 2011
4 Express Top StudentsElaine Tan Hui Zhi (4A): 6 distinctionsLee Feifei (4B): 6 distinctionsFuh Ling Huey (4B): 6 distinctionsLim Yun Zhen Stella (4B): 5 distinctionsSoo Guan Roo (4B): 5 distinctionsWang Shi Wen Celine (4B): 5 distinctionsNeo Shi Yi (4B): 5 distinctionsNg Jia Lam Sherman (4B): 5 distinctions
ST2:
Learn
ing
ou
r Focu
s
Student performance: GCE O-Level Examination 2011
5 N(A) Top Students Tan Yan You (5A): 5 distinctionsWong Yong-Zhi Erwin (5A): 5 distinctionsMuhammad Hanifa (5B): 4 distinctionsEric Peh Zheng Wei (5B): 4 distinctionsLiang Jingjing (5A): 4 distinctionsS
T2:
Learn
ing
ou
r Focu
s
2009 2010 2011
TWSS Expected
Positive value-add!
Student performance: GCE O-Level Examination 2011
L1B5 aggregate (4 Express) L1B4 aggregate (5N)
2009 2010 2011
TWSS Expected
Positive value-add!
Value-added Results since 2010
ST2: Learning our Focus
2011: Achievement Award (Academic Value-added) for
2010 4 Exp Results
2011: Achievement Award (Academic Value-added) for
2010 5 N(A) Results
2010: Achievement Award (Academic Value-added) for
2009 4 Exp Results
2012: Achievement Award (Academic Value-added) for
2011 4 Exp Results
2012: Achievement Award (Academic Value-added) for
2011 5 N(A) Results
1st time in Band 5 of School Achievement Table
for Normal Course!
2nd Sustained Achievement Award (Sports)
for outstanding achievements in Hockey & Floorball from 2008 - 2010
1st Sustained Achievement Award (Sports)
for outstanding achievements in Hockey & Floorball from 2007 - 2009
3rd Sustained Achievement Award (Sports)
for outstanding achievements in Hockey & Floorball from 2009 - 2011
Hockey Floorball Archery
2008B Boys: 1st C Girls: 1st, C Boys: 4th 2009B Girls: 2nd C Girls: 3rd, C Boys: 2nd 2010B Girls: 1st C Girls: 1st 2011B Girls: 1st, B Boys: 2nd C Girls: 2nd 2012B Girls: 1st C Div: ongoing
2008B Girls: 3rd
C Girls: 1st 2009B Girls: 4th 2010B Girls: 2nd
C Girls: 3rd
2011B Girls: 1st C Girls: 4th 2012B Girls: 2nd
C Div: ongoing
2011B Girls: 1st
B Boys: 2nd
C Girls: 1st
C Boys: 2nd
2012Ongoing
School Focus 2011 - 2012
See and make connections between subjects, activities, programmes and real life to make learning meaningful and enjoyable
Work with teachers and with one another to achieve and excel
Connecting to Learn,
Collaborating to Achieve
Mrs Shirley TeoWinner of the Inspiring Teacher of English Award 2011
Mdm Grace TanWinner of the Inspiring Chinese Language Teacher Award 2012
( 全国模范 华文教师奖 )
Winners of the 2012 Caring
Teacher Awards (school level)
Mr Gideon YongVice Principal 1
Mr Michael TanVice Principal 2
Mrs Soh Siow Tin
School Staff Developer
Mrs Vena FooHOD Humanities
Mdm Tong Wee Heng
HOD Maths
Mr Alwin NjooHOD Science
The TWSS Team
Mr Ng Chor TanHOD PE & CCA
Mr Kelvin CheokHOD Pupil
Management
Ms Deborah TanHOD Pupil
Development
Mrs Shirley Teo Dean (Curriculum)
HOD EL
The TWSS Team
Mr Rahmat Hassan
SH Aesthetics
Mr Aidil SharilSH PE/CCA
Mr Yusman Ithnin, SH
ICT
Ms Shafillah BegumSH F&N
Ms Ng Shu WenLH Science
Ms Tan Pin YinHOD MTL
Mr KrishnamoorthySH TL
Mdm Nurulazmi Manan, SH ML
Mrs RizalHOD ICT
Mr Alvin TayHOD Art & Design
Ms Safiah Rais
LH EL
The TWSS Team
Mdm Lim Bee Buat
Senior Tr EL
Mdm Lye EngSenior Tr CL
Ms Elodie SngSH/Social Studies
Mdm Mary KatruSenior Tr Maths
Mrs Ong LeeChoo
Senior Tr F&N
Ms Charlene
YangCounsellor
Mr Mark Brosas
Counsellor
Mr Dave Goh
Admin Mgr 1
Mr Alan Wong
Admin Mgr 2
Mr Tan Boon PengOps Mgr
The TWSS Sec 2 Team
Han YiqianFT 2A
Tan Kok HianFT 2A
Jordan LohFT 2B
Li XiaorongFT 2B
Siti RadiahFT 2C
Uma JayaramanFT 2C
Lynn ChongFT 2D
Baskaran GangaFT 2D
The TWSS Sec 2 Team
Muhd SherefudinFT 2E
Crystal LauFT 2E
Joanna LimFT 2F
Wang YiwenFT 2F
Evelyn TanFT 2F
Huang I LungFT 2G
Mrs Ada OngFT 2G
Pupils’ Aspirations
JC (%)
Poly (%)
ITE (%) Others (%)
2Exp 28.5% 69.4% 0% 2.1%2NA 18.3% 80.3% 1.4% 0%2NT 8.8% 26.5% 58.8% 5.9%
The Post-Secondary Education Landscape
Junior College (2 yrs) or
Centralised Institute
(3 yrs) GCE A-Levels
Sec 5N
University Degree
GCE N-Level Examination
Special/Express Course (Sec 1 – 4)
Normal (Academic) / Normal (Technical) Course (Sec 1 – 4)
Institute of Technical
Education (1 - 2 yrs)
Nitec/Higher Nitec
Polytechnic
(3 yrs)
Diploma
GCE O-Level Examination
(DSA) (DSA)
CCAs can
help you!
JC/MI: A-Level CurriculumTypical subject combination
Three H2 content-based subjects
One H1 content-based subject
(at least one from contrasting discipline)
+ H1 Mother Tongue Language (MTL)
H1 General Paper (GP)H1 Project Work (PW)
“Science” combinationH2 PhysicsH2 ChemistryH2 MathematicsH1 Economics/Geog/Lit (contrasting subject)H1 MTL, GP, PW
Polytechnic Courses
5 polytechnics:
Course categoriesApplied Sciences
• e.g. Biotechnology, Food Science & Nutrition, Pharmacy Science, Nutrition, Health & Wellness
Built Environment• e.g. Environmental & Water Technology, Green Building &
Sustainability, Hotel & Leisure Facilities Management, Landscape Architecture, Real Estate Business
Business & Management• e.g. Accountancy, Hospitality & Resort Management, Mass
Media Management, Wellness, Lifestyle & Spa Management
NanyangNgee Ann RepublicSingaporeTemasek
Polytechnic Courses
Course categoriesEngineering
• e.g. 3D Interactive Media Technology, Aeronautical Engineering, Clean Energy, Micro and Nanotechnology
Health Sciences• e.g. Nursing, Optometry, Outdoor & Adventure
LearningHumanities
• e.g. Applied Drama & Psychology, Early Childhood Studies, Social Sciences (Social Work)
NanyangNgee Ann RepublicSingaporeTemasek
Polytechnic Courses
Course categoriesInformation & Digital Technologies
• e.g. Cyber & Digital Security, Game & Entertainment Technology, Mobile & Network Services
Maritime Studies• e.g. Maritime Engineering, Maritime Business
Media & Design• e.g. Advertising & Public Relations, Apparel Design &
Merchandising, Experience & Product Design, Interior Architecture & Design, Visual Effects & Motion Graphics
NanyangNgee Ann RepublicSingaporeTemasek
ITE Higher Nitec CoursesCourse categories
- Accounting - Business/Design & Media- Chemical & Life Sciences- Engineering- Information Technology Note: Higher Nitec
graduates with GPA 2.0 can apply for admission to a related poly diploma course. For some Engineering diploma courses, graduates with GPA 3.5 may be admitted directly to 2nd year
Flexibility for N(A) students
New pathways to polytechnic
http://www.polytechnic.edu.sg/
pfp/
There are many
opportunities to go to poly
from ITE
Direct Entry to Higher Nitec for N(A) students
Direct Entry to Higher Nitec
A high % of graduates obtained employment within 3 months from graduation or completion of full-time NS, with mean salary of $1,400 (ITE 2009 Graduate Employment Survey)
Higher Nitec Course Employment Rate
Mean Gross Salary
Biotechnology 81% $1,490Paramedic & Emergency Care 94% $1,870
Business Studies (Sport Management) 100% $1,510
Electronics Engineering 89% $1,500Information Technology 89% $1,430Electrical Engineering 91% $1,460
Mechanical Engineering 87% $1,480
Are they ready for their future?
(1 = Strongly Disagree; 4: Strongly Agree) 2EXP 2NA 2NT
I am aware of my abilities and interests. 3.11 3.11 3.06
I am aware of the kinds of careers which can match my interests and needs.
2.91 3.01 2.88
I know what careers are available in my interest and ability areas. 2.90 2.97 2.94
I know the entry requirements for the careers that I am interested in. 2.86 2.89 2.79
I am able to make decisions about my future career. 2.90 2.96 2.97
I know how to prepare for careers in which I am interested. 2.86 2.96 3.03
Entering a Junior College/MIEntry criteria:
L1-R5 (JC) L1-R4 (MI)
First Langua
ge
5 Relevant subjects
4 Relevant subjects
EL/ Higher MTL
3 subjects: Humanities/
Mathematics/Science2 other subjects
(except CCA)
2 subjects: Humanities/
Mathematics/Science2 other subjects
(except CCA)
Entering JC/MI
2011 Cut-off Points for some JCs
Average subject grade: A2 to B3
JC Arts ScienceAnderson 10 8
Innova 20 20Jurong 14 15Pioneer 16 16
Entering a polytechnicEntry criteria:
EL-R2-B2English
Language
Group 1 of relevant
subjects (R1)
Group 2 (R2)
Compulsory Humanities / Media (A):Art, Combined
HumanitiesBusiness/ Science / Engineering courses
(B/C/D): E Maths or A Maths
(A) & (B): Art, D&T,
F&N, Maths, CH,
POA(C) & (D):
D&T, Science,
F&N
2 Best subjects
2 other subjects
(except CCA)
Entering a polytechnic
2011 Cut-off Points for some coursesNP: Biomedical Science – 9NP: Accountancy – 11NP: Aerospace Technology – 12NP: Child Psychology & Early Childhood – 11SP: Biotechnology – 10SP: Business Admin – 12SP: Media & Communication – 12
Average subject grade: A2 to B3
Entering ITE Higher Nitec
Entry criteria (O-level results):
EL-B4 or EL-R1-B3 or EL-R2-B2EL R1 R2
Compulsory E Maths, A Maths or
POA
R1: E Maths or A Maths
R2: Science or D&T
B4 B3 B2
Any subject (except CCA)
Any subject (except CCA)
Any subject (except CCA)
Progressing to 5N(A) & Direct Entry to Higher Nitec
Entry criteria (N-level results):
EL-Maths-B3 ≤ 19
* Direct Entry to Polytechnic (Poly Foundation Programme): EL-Maths-B3 ≤ 11
EL Best 3 subjectsCompulsory
Any N-level subject (CCA
excluded)Maths
Compulsory
ITE Direct Entry to Higher Nitec
Higher Nitec Cut-off Points 2010 (N-level EMB3)Hospitality: 14Leisure/Travel: 15Business Studies: 15Mechatronics/ IT: 18Electrical Engineering: 19
N(A) Entry to Nitec 3 N-level passes, including EL and Maths Cut-off points 2010
Aerospace: 4Baking/Food Studies: 6 – 7Fitness/Service: 9Digital animation: 10ICT: 12
The Secondary 2 Streaming Process
After Sec 2Final Exams
PROMOTED
Option E1Option E2Option E3Option E4
Option NA1Option NA2
Sec 3Express
Sec 3 Normal
(Academic)
Option NT1aOption NT1b
Sec 3 Normal
(Technical)
Timeline of Events
Jul - Sep- Subject Options talk for students- Review Sec 2 performance & targets against preferred Sec 3 subject options
May- Subject Options Survey for students- Subject Options talk for parents
Oct- Students submit final choice of subject options after SA2
Nov- Announcement of streaming results and classes for 2013
Subjects for Express Course
5 compulsory subjectsEnglish LanguageMother Tongue:
CL/ML/TLElementary MathematicsCombined Humanities
(Social Studies + Elective Geography/History)
1 Science Subject
Elective/Additional Subjects2nd - 3rd Science subjectPrinciples of Accounts (POA)Additional MathematicsCoursework-based subjects: Design & Technology / Food & Nutrition / Art
Total no. of subjects: 6 - 8
Subject Combinations for Express (historical)
Subject Combina-tion
Compulsory
Subjects (3)
4th subject: Combine
d Humaniti
es
Science subjects
Additional Subjects
E1 (8
subjects)
EL, MTL andE Maths
SS+ Elective Geograph
y
Phy + Chem +
Bio
A. Maths
E2 (7
subjects)
SS+ Elective
History
Science (Phy/Che
m)
A. Maths
D&Tor F&N
E3 (6
subjects)
SS+ Elective Geograph
y
Science (P/C or B/C)
POA
E4 (6
subjects)
Science (P/C or B/C)
Art / D&T / F&N
Pure Science vs Combined Science
Similar coverage of topics, but greater depth for pure Sciences
Practical assessmentSchool-based Practical Assessment (SPA) for
pure Sciences: 4 assessments in Sec 4One-off practical examination for combined
Science: during O-level exam period Post-secondary implications
Pure Science not a requirement for poly courses
Pure Science not a requirement for JC non-Science courses
O-level Additional Mathematics
Aims (from MOE)To provide a strong foundation in algebraic
manipulation and mathematical reasoning skills
To prepare students for A-level H2 and H3 mathematics
Post-secondary implicationsNot a requirement for polytechnic courseNot a requirement for JC non-Science course
Subject Preferences(Express)
Pure Science (Phy, Chem, Bio)50.3% interested but only 19 (12%) qualify based
on SA1 resultsCombined Science
Phy/Chem: 50.7% Bio/Chem: 49.3%Combined Humanities
SS/Geography: 60.6% SS/History: 39.4%Additional Mathematics
73.7% interested but only 28 (18%) qualify based on SA1 results
Subject Preferences(Express)
Coursework subjects (1st choice)POA: 29.5%D&T: 30.9%F&N: 21.5%Art: 18.1%
Subjects for Normal (Academic) Course
5 compulsory subjectsEnglish LanguageMother Tongue:
CL/ML/TLElementary
MathematicsCombined Humanities
(Social Studies + Elective Geography)
1 Science Subject
Elective/Additional Subjects
Coursework-based subjects: Design & Technology / Food & Nutrition / ArtPrinciples of Accounts (POA)O-level Maths
Total no. of subjects: 6 - 7
Subject Combinations for N(A)
Subject
Combina-tion
Compulsory
Subjects (2)
3rd subjec
t: Maths
4th subject: Combine
d Humaniti
es
5th subjec
t: Scienc
e
6th subjec
t
NA1
EL andMTL
O-levelMaths or NA Maths
Social Studies + Elective
Geography
Science (Phy/ Chem)
POA
NA2 NA Maths
Science (Bio/ Chem)
Art / D&T / F&N
Subject Preferences(NA)
Combined SciencePhy/Chem: 53.2% Bio/Chem: 46.8%
Coursework subjects (1st choice)POA: 45.5%D&T: 24.7%F&N: 20.8%Art: 9.1%
Subjects for Normal (Technical) Course
4 compulsory subjectsEnglish LanguageMother Tongue:
CL/ML/TLMathematicsComputer Applications
(CPA)
Elective/Additional Subjects
Coursework-based subjects: Design & Technology / Food Studies/ ArtScienceElements of Business Skills (EBS)
Total no. of subjects: 6
Subject Combinations for N(T)
Subject Combinat-ion
Compulsory
Subjects
Additional Subjects
NT1a EL, Basic MTL,
Maths,CPA
ScienceArt / D&T / Food
StudiesNT1b EBS
Subject Preferences(NT)
1st electiveNT Science: 80% EBS: 20%
Coursework subjects (1st choice)D&T: 18.9%F&N: 48.6%Art: 32.4%
Eligibility Criteria – Exp/N(A)
SCIENCE Eligibility CriteriaPure Sciences: Physics, Chemistry and Biology Science ≥ 75%
MATHS Eligibility CriteriaAdditional Mathematics (Express)
Maths ≥ 75% andSA2 Algebra component ≥ 75%
O-level Maths for N(A) students Maths ≥ 70%
Note: Due to stiff competition at O-levels, distinction cut-off marks are very high for maths e.g. A1: 90% - 100%; A2: 80 – 89%
Eligibility Criteria - Exp/N(A)
HUMANITIES Eligibility CriteriaHistory Elective History ≥ 75%
Elective Subjects Eligibility Criteria
D&T D&T ≥ 60%
F&N Home Econs ≥ 60%
Art Art ≥ 60%
POA EL ≥ 55%
Eligibility Criteria – N(T)
Subjects Eligibility Criteria
Science Science ≥ 65%and Maths ≥ 65%
D&T D&T ≥ 60%
Food Science Home Econs ≥ 60%
Art Art ≥ 60%
EBS EL ≥ 60%
How is the student’s final subject combination decided?
Pupils’ Ability, Aptitude, Attitude & InterestMust meet streaming criteriaOverall merit relative to cohort (Overall Performance +
Performance in specific subject)Teachers’ recommendation/assessment based on potential
and ability to excel Availability of places for each subject combination
Stream % of 2011 Sec 2 students who got their 1st choice subject combination
Express 60.5%N(A) 81.5%N(T) 83.8%
Academic Review System Checkpoints from 2013 to 2014
Sec 3 Common
Test 1e.g. Fail A. Maths or Pure Sciences
Action:Re-test in Term 2
Sec 3 Mid-year Exam
e.g. Fail A. Maths or Pure Sciences
Action:Parents
informed, Remedial
lessons, Re-test in Term 3
Sec 3 End-of-year Exam
e.g. Fail A. Maths or Pure Sciences
Action:Parents meet FT to discuss
dropping/ combining subjects,
Re-test in Jan 2013
Sec 4 Jan 2013
Re-teste.g. Fail A.
Maths or Pure SciencesAction:Parents/student
advised to drop/combine
subjects before exam registration
March 2013
May 2013
October 2013
January 2014
How Sec 2 pupils have fared so far
Express Sec 2A Sec 2B Sec 2C Sec 2DWeakest subjects
ELGeogArtMathsScience
ELMathsScienceArt
ELGeogArt
ELGeographyArt
N(A)/N(T) Sec 2E Sec 2F Sec 2GWeakest subjects
ELMathsGeographyD&TArt
GeographyD&TArtHome Econs
ELMathsScienceD&T
Term 1 & 2
LessonsMotivation& Study Skills workshopsComplete
syllabus, class tests
Evening Revision
ProgMid-year Exams
June holidaysO-level
MTL Exams
Complete Art/D&T/
F&N Coursewor
k
Term 3Complete syllabus / Intensive RevisionO/N-level
Oral / Listening CompreEvening Revision
ProgPrelim Exams
Sep hols: N-level
Term 4Prelim Exams
cont’d
Intensive Coaching
Evening RevisionO/N-level
Practical & Written Exams
The O-level/N-level examination is a 2-year journey
2013 timeline
At most 7 months to complete syllabus!
ST2: Learning our Focus
Special support for Sec 2 students New timetable structure Maths & Humanities Trail CCE-Project Work Leadership training
Lower Sec Timetable
TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
0730 - 0735 FLAG-RAISING, SINGING NATIONAL ANTHEM, PLEDGE-TAKING0735 - 0800 DEAR Programme [Silent Reading]0800 - 0850
LESSONS0850 - 09400940 - 1010 RECESS1010 - 1100
LESSONS1100 - 11501150 – 1240
1240 - 1330 LESSONSAssembly / FT contact time
COMMON TEST
LESSONS
1330 - 1400 LUNCH1400 – 1450 Afternoon lessons, ASP
Afternoon lessons, ASP
CCA1450 – CCA
New! 50-min periods to provide more flexibility and improve engagement
Parents: You can help your child
Discuss these questions with your childWhere he/she would like to go after secondary
school? (JC/MI/Poly/ITE, which course)• Check out poly websites or MOE website
(http://www.moe.gov.sg/education/admissions/jae/)What he/she needs to get there? (entry criteria)
• Tip: EL & Maths are critical and different courses require different compulsory subjects
What to work on this year?• Tip: Identify weak subjects which can be useful for
entry to desired subject combination
Parents: You can help your child
Support your childAttendance: Be present and punctualAttention: Help him/her get enough sleep so that
he/she can focus on learningAttitude: Foster habits of self-discipline and consistent
work, e.g. completing homework, constant practice
Name PSLE JAE L1R4 AttendanceStudent A 169 7 189Student B 135 10 189Student C 174 34 180Student D 181 33 174
Key to success: Work consistently
The Sunday Times, 2 Jan 2011
Develop Good Habits
I am working part-time during term time.2EXP 2NA 2NT4.86% 5.63% 5.88%
I usually sleep _______________ every weekday.
% before 10pm
% between 10pm - 11pm
% between 11pm - 12 midnight
% after midnight
2EXP 13.89% 52.78% 20.83% 12.50%2NA 12.68% 43.66% 29.58% 14.08%2NT 14.71% 32.35% 44.12% 8.82%
Develop Good Habits
I start preparation for common tests and examinations __
% 1 day before
or the night before
% at least 1 week
before
% at least 2 weeks before
% at least 1 month before
2EXP 9.72% 35.42% 43.06% 11.81%2NA 12.68% 32.39% 30.99% 23.94%2NT 14.71% 47.06% 26.47% 11.76%
Character-building at Teck Whye Secondary SchoolSimple and basic habits like being punctual, paying attention in lessons, revising my work, respecting teachers and following their advice made all the difference to me.
Syasya RifqahThe New Paper School Sports Star 2011 Award Winner
“It is the little things and habits of punctuality, paying
attention and being respectful that matters when it comes to
being successful.”
Developing 21st century learners
Student learning: Talent & Interest Development Our students at the
iChef Cooking Competition
Art & Design
Mentoring Programm
e
Sec 3 Science Enrichment
ST2: Learning our Focus
ST2: Learning our Focus
Student learning: Design thinking in action
Character & Leadership Development
Se
c 3
Adve
ntur
e ca
mp
Le
ader
ship
trai
ning
Values in Action:Serving the Community
ST3: Students our Future
Zaobao & Straits Times (Aug 3, 2011) Southwest Mural of
Love project
SW CDC’s Let's Paint Homes!
Overseas CIP in Batam
Overseas Partnerships: Enriching Learning and Making New Friends
ST4: Partners our Support
Seojae Middle School, South Korea
Singapore-Hong Kong Exchange Programme
School/CME values
SE competencies
Sec 1:Empoweri
ng Self
Sec 2:Connecti
ng with Others
Sec 3:Collaborating
with Community
Sec 4/5:Transformi
ng the Future
The Next Lap: Character & Citizenship
Education
Developmental Themesby level to inculcate CCE
values, skills, competencies, habitudes and NE messages
Pupil Management Strong emphasis on building a respectful learning
environment: Pupil Management team working with teachers to support pupils
Mr Kelvin CheokHOD/PM
Express LM
Mdm Tan Yoke HongMs Teo Yen PengExpress ALM
Mdm IdayuN(A) ALM
Mr WafiN(T) member
Mr Foo Sek JinLower Sec N(A) LM
Mr Jack HoUpp Sec N(A) &
N(T) LM
Pupil Management
Minor offences ConsequencesSkipping lessons or school activitiesTruancy or leaving school without permissionVandalism / damage of school property
After-school Detention
Make restitution/compensation
Major offences ConsequencesCheating, forgeryDefiance to teachersFighting, bullying, riotingPossession of weaponsSmokingGamblingOther criminal offences
Verbal / Written Apology (private / public)DetentionIn-house Suspension & Suspension from SchoolCaning (class / office / school)Community Service & special ProjectsSelf-Reflection & CounselingReferral to external agencies, e.g. police
Pupil Management
The ‘Yellow Slip’ system: after-school detentionImproper attire & appearanceEntering class late or absence from lessonsDisruptive behaviour in class
OthersHandphone policy: Strictly disallowed during
lessonsLate-coming: detention; more serious
consequences for late-coming after 8 am
Strong partnership between school & parents
Check your child/ward’s Student Handbook regularly as it contains
Goals & targets set by your child/wardRecord of CIP, leadership training and service (pg 51 – 52)Record of homework & comments by teachers (pg 74 onwards)
Building strong partnerships with parents
Check out the school website or join us on Facebook!www.teckwhyesec.sg
Thank for your partnership & support in buildingA Community of Future-ready Learners
who Lead, Serve & Achieve