Welcome to Geylang Methodist School (Secondary)! · 2019-01-14 · Key Information on LEAPS 2.0...
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Welcome toGeylang Methodist School
(Secondary)!
Principal’s Sharing
Outline• More about GM
• Our Chaplains and Staff
• Weekly Routine and some highlights
• CCA Matters
• Parenting Talk
• Partnership with Parents and Stakeholders
• Student Management and Student Well Being
• Sharing by Chairperson of PSG
• Concluding Thoughts
Mission – Our Purpose
With God’s help, to be a beacon of light
by connecting, nurturing and inspiring GEMS
to make a difference.
Vision – Our Goal
Passionate Learners.
Courageous Leaders.
Caring Citizens.
Values – Our Heart
Godliness – Doing what is right
Excellence – Giving our best
Mastery – Diving deep in our learning
Service – Choosing to care
Theme for 2019
• GEMS by choice.
• Msg 1: We want to become GEMS.
• Msg 2: We become GEMS by the choices we make.
Theme verse
Our Chaplains and Staff
School Leaders
Principal
Mr Wee Tat Chuen
Vice Principal
Mr Eka Tanu
Vice Principal
Mrs Gan Sor Leng
Vice Principal
Mrs Chang-Loy Wee Meng
Administrative Personnel
Admin Manager
Mdm Linda ChuangOperations Manager
Mr Leslie Tan
Year Heads
Mr Kelvin Teo(Sec 2)
Ms Abelyn Quek(Sec 1)
Year Heads
Mrs Sandra Theseira
(Sec 4/5)
Mrs Ong Li Tyng(Sec 3)
ICT, Craft & Technology
Subject Head
Mr Kelvin Chia
Subject Head
Mr Tan Wah Kum
Head of Department
Mr Yeo Wee Pung
Subject Head
Miss Ng Sio Ying
Character & Citizenship
Education (CCE)
Head of Department
Mr Chin Khai Ying
Subject Head
Mr Michael Koh
Curriculum & Pupil Development
(N(A) N(T))
Head of Department
Miss Wendy Wong
English & Literature
Head of Department
Mdm Sng Swee Lian
Humanities
Head of Department
Mrs Lee Fang Lan
Subject Head
Miss Vanda Johnson
Mathematics
Head of Department
Ms Nainee Ismail
Subject Head
Mr Wong Han Ming
Mother Tongue
Head of Department
Mr Neo Ping Leng
Subject Head
Ms Li Ping
PE & CCA
Head of Department
Mr Chng Kiong Choon
Subject Head
Mdm Rachel Cheng
Student Management &
Development
Head of Department
Mr Kelvin Tay
Science
Head of Department
Miss Ng Peck Suan
Subject Head
Mr Yip Cheng HouSubject Head (LS Sci)
Mr Sng Peng Hock
School Staff Developer
Head of Department
Mrs Low Phek Mui
Senior Teachers
Art
Mrs Tan Hui Leng
Chemistry
Mrs Loh Kim Woon
Biology
Mrs Cheryl TangLiterature
Miss Yee Siau Foon
Senior Teachers
English Language
Mrs Lian Yok Khoon
Malay Language
Mdm Norhamidah
Chinese Language
Mrs Toh Chwee Hong
Mathematics
Miss Ng Siew LeeEnglish
Miss Yeo Peng Peng
School Counsellors/ LBS
Counsellor
Mr Nigel Wong
LBS
Ms Menaga
Counsellor
Ms Rosa Lein
Form Teachers
Faith 1-1 Faith 1-2
Mrs Gan Huey Shin Mr Cheng Xin Jin Mr James Lim Mrs Khan
Form Teachers
Faith 1-3Faith 1-4
Mr James Kee Ms Jayanthi Mr Christopher Wong Mdm Siti Fattasha
Form Teachers
Faith 1-5
Mdm Sharifah Ms Tan Kai Wei
Form Teachers
Faith 1-6
Ms Lai Hang Chi Mrs Lian Yok Khoon Ms Phang Si Hui Mr Syarulnizam
Form Teachers
Faith 1-7
Ms Hajranah Mr Zhao Yilin
Weekly routine (Lower Sec-2019)Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri
All Aim to be in school by 7.15am, Silent Reading at 7.20am, Late at 7.25am
LS Latest DismissalTime
2.15pm 1.15pm 12.15pm
Remedials and Consultations
Consultations EL/ MT Remedials
Math Remedials
Enrichment:LS: 1.45pm –3.15pm
Consultations
Science Remedials
Remedials/ Consultations
Sessions may start 30 mins from last period. All sessions to end by 4.30pm (Tue, Wed), 3pm (Fri) for students with CCAs
For students without CCAs, remedials should end by 5pm (Tue, Wed) and 4pm (Fri) latest.
All Students CCAs (4.30pm – 6pm)
CCAs,3pm – 6pm
CCAs,3pm – 6pm(main day)
CCAs, 4.30pm – 6pm CCAs, 2.30pm –5.30pm (main day)
Thematic Approach
Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4
Focus on Vision Passionate Learners
Courageous Leaders, Caring Citizens
Passionate Learners
Theme Laying Strong Foundations
Building theGM Community
Making a PositiveDifference
Celebrating Success
Focus on Values
Godliness Excellence Service Mastery
Focus on SEL Self awareness,Self Management
Social awareness,Relationship Management
Social awareness,Relationship Management
Self awareness,Self Management
Responsible Decision Making
Some Highlights
• Learning for Life Programme
• Applied Learning Programme
• Enrichment Programme
• Term 1 Events
Learning for Life Programme
• Community and Youth Leadership
– Student Leadership
– Public Speaking
– Critical Inquiry
– Values in Action
Applied Learning Programme
• A three-year progressive programme for Secondary 1 to Secondary 3 students which centres on environmental science and sustainable living and exposes students to the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).
Term 1 Events
• Theme for Term 1: Laying Strong Foundations
• 1st round of common tests, CCAs as per normal
• Mini Learning Festival
– LJs for Sec 1s and 2s
• Cross Country
LS Enrichment
Sec 1
• LLP: Public Speaking
• Baseline ICT Skills
• Study Skills
• LLP: Student Leadership
• Conversational CL/ML
• Sec 2
• MADD Fiesta
• Microbits
• LLP: Public Speaking
• Study Skills
• Conversational CL/ML
• F1 Challenge
Progression Criteria
Secondary 1 Express
PROMOTED to 2 EXPRESS
50% or more in EL AND
50% or more in OVERALL AVERAGE
Secondary 1 Express
If criteria not fulfilled,
- Laterally transferred to 2N(A)
- Retained at Sec 1 Express
Progression CriteriaSecondary 1 Normal (Academic)
[A]
PROMOTED to 2 NORMAL (ACADEMIC)
50% or more in EL AND
50% or more in 2 Other Subjects
[B]
PROMOTED to 2 NORMAL (ACADEMIC)
0 – 49% in EL AND
50% or more in 4 Other Subjects
[C]
LATERALLY TRANSFERRED to
2 EXPRESS
Fulfilled criteria [A] or [B] AND
70% or more in OVERALL AVERAGE
Secondary 1 Normal (Academic)
If criteria [A] or [B] not fulfilled,
- Retained at Sec 1 Normal (Academic)
- and above maximum age, student will be
ADVANCED to 2N(A)
Progression CriteriaSecondary 1 Normal (Technical)
[A]
PROMOTED to 2 NORMAL
(TECHNICAL)
50% or more in 2 subjects
one of which must be EL or MATHS
[B]
LATERALLY TRANSFERRED to
2 NORMAL (ACADEMIC)
Fulfilled criteria [A] AND
70% or more in OVERALL AVERAGE
Secondary 1 Normal (Technical)
If criteria [A] is not fulfilled,
- Retained at Sec 1 Normal (Technical)
- and above maximum age, student will
be ADVANCED to 2N(T)
MYE and CTs for 2019Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4
Weightage 15% 15% 15% 55%
Sec 1 CT CT CT EYE
Sec 2 CT CT CT EYE
Sec 3 CT CT CT EYE
Sec 4/5 CT MYE Prelims
• Need for consistent homework, clarification and engagement
• Importance of remediation and intervention
Our CCAs
A key platform for growth in Key Skills, Leadership and Character
• Co-Curricular Programmes support the
holistic development of the child
• Recognise diverse interests of students, developing students to be self –
directed learners
• Role of Parents in the holistic development of your child
– Reinforcement of values, life skills, interests and strengths at home
Character &
Values
Social-Emotional
Competencies
21st Century
Competencies
Interests &
Talents
• LEAPS 2.0
– to recognise students’ holistic development
ParticipationAchievementLeadership Service
4 domains has levels of attainment: 1 - 5
- Enrichment domain complements the other 4 domain
- Will be recognised in School Graduation Certificate
- Will not have levels of attainment
PE/ CCA HOD: Mr Chng
Key Information on LEAPS 2.0 Domains• Participation
– Affirms students’ sustained development in school-based CCA throughout secondary school
– Student can choose from Sports, Arts, Uniformed Groups, Clubs and Societies
• Achievement
– Affirms students’ character development and efforts in representing the school/external organisations in events
– Students diverse interests and talents are recognised as events can go beyond CCA and beyond school
Key Information on LEAPS 2.0 Domains• Leadership
– Affirms students’ development as a leader
– Students are developed through leadership modules, National Youth Achievement Award and leadership positions.
• Service
– Affirms students’ contributions to the community and development as responsible and active citizens
– Students serve the community through schools’ Values-In-Action programmes
Recognition of co-curricular attainment
These bonus
points can be
used for
application to JC,
Poly and ITE
Phase 1: CCA Fair 12 Jan ‘19
Phase 2: CCA Trails from 14 – 26 Jan ‘19
Phase 3 : Online CCA option (school eportal)
from 26 – 31 Jan ‘19
Phase 4 : CCA allocation 4 – 8 Feb ‘19
S1 starts CCA from Term 1 Week 6, Mon 11 Feb ’19
( appeal cases can only be done in Term 1 Week 10
and subject to vacancies)
GOOGLE LEAPS 2.0 for more details in the internet
Important Note:
Irregular attendance
(less than 75%) affects
Conduct grade and Edusave
awards
Thank Youfor your partnership
Parenting Talk
What’s planned in 2019?For Parents
1. Transition to Sec 1 (All) 12 Jan 2019
2. Love Literate
(9am – 12pm)
(3.5 hours, 25 parent-child
pairs) Cost $10 per pair
2 Mar 2019
3. The Parent Coach Dialogues
(830am – 11am)
(4 x 2h sessions; 20 parents
each session) Cost $20 per pax
13 Apr 2019
27 Apr 2019
4 May 2019
11 May 2019
4. SCREENed
(830am – 11am)
(2h; 40 parent-child pairs)
Cost $10 per pair
3 Aug 2019
2 Mar - Love LiterateSPEAKING THE LOVE LANGUAGES TO YOUR
CHILDREN
Based on Dr Gary Chapman’s international bestseller,
The Five Love Languages, Love Literate aims to help
both the parent and child discover and express their
primary or preferred communication style for
receiving, and expressing love.
Programme Duration 3.5 hours
Parent Coach Dialogues WHAT KIND OF PARENT DO YOU ASPIRE TO BE? BE
A PARENT-COACH
The Parent-Coach Dialogues creates communities of parents
who are seeking more intentional and focused equipping in
becoming the Parent-Coach to their children. More than a
workshop that dispenses good parenting notes, the
stimulating and practical dialogue sessions will challenge and
inspire you to enjoy and thrive in your role as a parent.
Duration: 4 sessions of 2 hours each
SCREENedSCREENED – BUILDING A SCREEN SMART FAMILY
SCREENed is an interactive parent-child (aged 11 – 14 years) workshop
designed to clarify parents’ doubts on screen-time, and facilitate open and
honest conversations between parent and child.
Parents and children will get to:
• watch Screenagers, an award-winning docu-movie that will help parent
and child navigate the digital world
• have meaningful conversations with each other about screen time
• create a family screen time agreement together
• take home resources to use as visual reminders for the whole family
What’s planned in 2019?For Parents
1. Transition to Sec 1 (All) 12 Jan 2019
2. Love Literate
(8.30am – 12pm)
(3.5 hours, 25 parent-child
pairs) Cost $10 per pair
2 Mar 2019
3. The Parent Coach Dialogues
(830am – 11am)
(4 x 2h sessions; 20 parents
each session) Cost $20 per pax
13 Apr 2019
27 Apr 2019
4 May 2019
11 May 2019
4. SCREENed
(830am – 11am)
(2h; 40 parent-child pairs)
Cost $10 per pair
3 Aug 2019
BUILDING PARTNERSHIPS BETWEEN SCHOOL AND PARENTS
Partnering the School
1 Knowing your
child
2 Developing
your child3 Keeping in
touch with the
school
Knowing your child
1. Connect with your child through keeping up with what’s happening atschool via
- Termly letter
- School Website
- Updates on Facebook
2. Find out from your child’s teacher his/ her holistic progress at eachsemester’s Parent-Teacher Meeting.
Work with your child’s teachers to understand his/her strengths, interests and development in academic and non-academic areas.
Developing your childPartner the school in the holistic development of your child – a Passionate Learner, Courageous Leader, Caring Citizen.
1. Allow your child to attempt homework and school projects on his/ herown
2. Encourage your child to approach the teacher if he/ she needs helpand to clarify doubts
3. Encourage your child to pack his/ her own schoolbag and bringrequired items to school
4. Encourage your child to attend and actively participate in his/ herCCA, enrichment programmes
5. Share with your child’s teacher any changes at home that may giveus better insights into your child’s behaviour.
6. Recognise your child’s small successes beyond academic results
7. Praise your child for his/her efforts, without focusing only on theoutcome.
KEEPING IN TOUCH WITH THE SCHOOLMaintain regular communication through official school channels.
1. GMS(S) official official modes of communication with parents are:
– School main tel line (General Office: Tel: 6746 6503)
– School email (Email: : [email protected])
– Staff official school email addresses (available on GMS(S) website)
2. As teachers may be in class, do leave a message at the school’s
General Office if you are unable to contact them during school hours.
3. Teachers are not obliged to provide their personal mobile numbers to
parents / students.
4. Contact teachers during school operating hours only, unless it is an
emergency.
Additional Resources
Nurture SG: 5 Habit HacksFor overall well-being (physical and mental)
Resilience BoosterTo develop their child’s resilience
Our Partners
Monday: Harvest Care CentreTuesday: The Love-Aid Project
Details (Refer to calendar in our school website for updates)
Dates: Feb, Mar, Apr, May, July & SepTime: 3pm to 4:30pmVenue: GMS(S)
After-School Engagement Programme
Student Management
Train up a child in the way he should go;
even when he is old he will not depart from it.
Proverbs 22:6
To care is to discipline…
Discipline means “Training”
Conduct Grade
• Found in Student Diary
• GEMS by choice (KNOW-DO-BE)
• What do teachers look out for?
– consistently show a positive learning attitude;
– make responsible decisions;
– demonstrate empathy; and
– rally others to support those in need.
School Rules, Guidelines to Attire & Grooming,
Use of Mobile Devices Policycan be found in the
Student Diary
Mr Kelvin Tay
Attendance• Students will be marked absent when they are
not at assembly venue when National Anthem starts.
• An automated SMS will be sent to parents.
• Medical certificates or parent/ guardian’s letters must be submitted to the form teacher the following school day
• If MC/letter is not submitted within 1 week from the day of absence, student is deemed to be “Absent without valid reason”
School Rules Reminders!
➢Use of hand-phone- use only in the canteen, CMS foyer, GO foyer- only before and after school. Not during recess- It is to be switched off before going back to class- It is to be kept in your bag or locker (not in your pocket)
Use of Mobile Phone Policy• Offenders’ Phone will be confiscated
Now
1st offence • Confiscation for 1 week• Phone to be collected by student
2nd offence • Confiscation for 1 week• Phone to be collected by parentThereafter,• phone can be brought to school but will have
to be handed in at the beginning of the day and can be collected only at the end of the day. (This will be done for 5 school weeks)
Student Well Being
Key Programmes/Processes
MOE Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS); External fundings
Cyber Wellness; Student Management
CCA, Peer Support Relationships; Teacher-Student Conferencing
Character & Citizenship Education (CCE); Sexuality Education; Values in Action (VIA); Education & Career Guidance (ECG);Student Leadership
Diagram (above): Abraham Maslow’s Hierarchy of Human Needs
Who can your child turn to?❖Form Teachers
❖Year Head/Assistant Year Head
❖Level Discipline Teacher
❖School Counsellors: Ms Rosa & Mr Nigel Wong
❖AED (LBS): Ms Menaga
❖HOD CCE: Mr Chin
Mr Chin Khai Ying
Source: Colombia River Mental Health Services, http://crmhs.org/
Recent Survey by The Straits Times
Almost half of the 940 students (age 14 – 18 years old) associate negative labels to individuals with a mental illness1.
Q: How can we help?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jffnP7SHVhQ
“Because my family did not stigmatise me, I did not internalise any shame. In fact, I felt empowered to finish my education and start working.
Thanks to support and medication, today I lead a deeply fulfilling life.”
- Sumaiyah
How stressed are you?
Q: How can we help?
✓Resilience can be developed
✓A supportive environment is essential for developing resilience
▪ A supportive environment is when there are people around me whom I trust and who love me unconditionally
Sharing by Chairperson of PSG