P4 Parents’ Conference2020

Red Swastika School

Housekeeping

All slides will be uploaded on the school website.

Parent Gateway

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Thank you for on-boarding

Parent Gateway.

Programme

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Principal’s Address Sharing by Year Head Middle Primary

“Principal’s Address

Ms Jessie LimPrincipal

Communication

At RSS, parents are welcome to keep the communicationchannel active.We communicate with parents via:• Student Handbook (most encouraged)• Parent Gateway• School Website• Emails• Phone calls• Letters to parents• SMS system• RSS Link (Newsletters)• Parents Conferences• Parent-Child-Teacher Meeting

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• First point of contact – Form Teachers throughemails / phone calls / messages / meetings

• School-related matters – School is still the bestpoint of contact

• Keep parents posted of school matters and updatesthrough Parents Gateway

Communication

Student Well-Being

• The safety and well-being ofyour child is important to us.

• Communicate with yourchild’s FT if you have anyconcerns relating to yourchild.

School Website

http://redswastika.moe.edu.sg/

School Vision

CARING COMMUNITY,

INNOVATIVE LEADERS

博爱 创新 引领

School Mission

To nurture Joyful Learners with Exemplary Character through a Caring Culture

School Motto

恭 Graciousness

宽 Magnanimity

信 Trustworthiness

敏 Diligence

School Values

恭

Graciousness

Respect

恭敬

Harmony

和谐

宽

Magnanimity

Generosity

寛容

Care

关爱

信

Trustworthiness

Integrity

诚信

Responsibility

责任

敏

DiligenceAlertness

敏锐

Resilience

坚毅

At RSS, we prepare our students

for life:

• Learning for Life Programme (LLP) - Every RSS

Student A Leader

• Applied Learning Programme (ALP) - Tinkers to

Thinkers (T2T) Programme

• SAP Flagship Programme -文化育苗，花开卍慈

We hope to enrich the learning experiences of our students,

deepening their acquisition of the 21st century competencies

as well as practise being a小朋友，小先生 &小主人.

Learning for Life Programme (LLP)

“Every RSS Student a Leader”• 4-tier Student Leadership• Cohort CIS Leadership Training

Aligned to our school vision of “Caring Community, Innovative Leaders”

Focus: Community Service & Student Leadership

Developing RSS Student Leadership through the school’s

CIS Leadership Framework

• Ignite students’ passion in the area of programming and in turndevelop students’ computational thinking

• provide students with opportunities to develop students’strengths and interests in ICT

• deepen their 21CC through a combination of authentic andpractice-oriented learning experiences based on fourcontextual themes

Applied Learning Programme (ALP)Tinkers to Thinkers (T2T) Programme

Guiding Principles

⊡Relevant trends

⊡Age appropriateness□ block based programming

⊡Acquisition and practice of soft skills□ Communication□ Teamwork – working collaboratively with peers□ Resilience – debugging of codes

Example of a VR game on sustainability

Primary 4 Virtual RealitySustainability

VR Zoo Environment

⊡Applications of VR in real-world situations through fun and experiential learning.

⊡Students will better understand the relationship between technology and environmental issues.

Primary 5 Fly a Drone

Transportation

ILLUSTRATION OF TYNKER, BLOCK-BASED PROGRAMMING

⊡ Students will explore the types, components and programming of drones.

⊡ Experience how drone technology can be applied to the transportation and logistics industry.

Primary 6 Mobile App Programming

Health Science⊡ Students to gain a fundamental

understanding of mobile app programming and to hone computational and logical thinking.

⊡ Students can design an app which can track the number of hours of sleep, number of calories burned during exercise – solving a real problem.

Sample mobile app

Creating a mobile app with Thunkable

SAP in RSS特选辅助计划

愿景心系特选，情牵岛国，眼观天下

秉持国民教育及特选学校精神,

致力于推行优质双语双文化教育

VisionA committed community of SAP schools that deliversquality bicultural education, premised on strongnational education & SAP school ethos

SAP in RSS特选辅助计划

使命a)培育具有优良价值观及国际视野的双语双

文化人才， 将来为国家与社会作出贡献；

b)培育能传承华文与文化的新一代专才

Missiona) To nurture a core group of bilingual students steeped in

Chinese values and global outlook, who will serve thecommunity and nation in the future

b) To develop future cultural transmitters and specialists inChinese Language and Culture for Singapore.

SAP Flagship Programme

特选旗舰课程“文化育苗，花开卍慈”

Chinese Language Ambassadors-in-Residence (CLARs)

驻校中华文化大使

CLARs

2019

CLARs

2018

P6 SAP SBEP5 SAP

SBE

School-Based Enrichment

Overseas Immersion Programme & Hosting

国际与文化交流

CNY cum Mother Tongue Fortnight Programme

农历新年母语双周活动

SAP Termly Assembly Programme

特选周会

Cross Talk

Chinese

Dance

Skit on Chinese

Idioms & fables

Post exam/End of Term SAP Programme

学段末特选活动

P2 Poetry Recitation &

Presentation

Aspire

Believe

Commit

Joy of Learning Culture of Care

Every RSS student enjoys learning

RSS is a safe place for every child to learn

and grow

Positive Discipline

Every RSS student a self-

disciplined child

Joy of Learning @ RSS

• Happy faces • Engaging looks• On task (focused)• Positive Teacher-

student interactions• Enthusiastic• Asking questions

(being inquisitive)• Raising of hands• Teamwork• Independent learners • Extension of learning

• Constructive, productive noise

• Meaningful conversations

• Positive encouragement

• Seeking clarifications • Laughter• Cheers • Moment of silence

• Motivated to deepen learning • Looking forward to more of

such learning • Confident/empowered• Positive frustration • Satisfied • Achievement • Challenged • Time passes quickly • Safe & Non-threatening • Relaxed • Energetic

Engaged Learning

Encourage Joy of Learning by

• not over-emphasizing academic performance

• focus on your child’s learning journey, rather than

compare them to others

Give our children the time and space to deepen learning

Embracing all learners @ P4 in 2020

⊡Mixed Ability Class Allocation, follow-up from P3 class

⊡Subject Block Structure (Math, Science)□ Caters to different learner profiles and needs□ Resource intensive student-centric approach

⊡Focus on social skills and other 21st CCs and soft skills

Level Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4

P1 No Weighted Assessment (WA) from 2019;

only Formative Assessment (FA)P2

P3 FA WA

From 2020

WA

From 2020

SA2

P4 FA SA1 FA SA2

P5 FA WA

From 2021

WA

From 2021

SA2

P6 FA SA1 Prelims PSLE

RSS Assessment Plan for 2020/2021

• Have more time and space to deepen their learning,

especially in the transition years

(i.e. P3, P5, S1 and S3).

• Better enjoy the process of learning and develop

dispositions for lifelong learning.

These changes aim to help our students:

Subject-Based Banding (P4 to P5)

• Subject-based banding (SBB) gives your child the opportunity to take a combination of subjects at standard and foundation levels based on their strengths.

• Students can take a mix of standard and foundation subjects through SBB at P5 and P6. Foundation subjects are generally less demanding as compared to standard subjects.

• This would allow students to:

– Stretch their potential in subjects they are strong in.

– Build up their understanding in subjects they need more help with.

How does subject-based banding work?

https://www.moe.gov.sg/docs/default-source/document/education/primary/files/moe_sbb_eng_2018.pdf

Choices available

Higher Chinese Language (HCL) in P6

For students who are taking HCL in P5, they are required to attain a passing score for their P5 HCL (Overall Results) in order to

continue taking HCL in P6.

PSLE Scoring (2021)

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Subject-based banding and PSLE

• Intent of Subject-based bandingremains unchanged even underthe new PSLE scoring in 2021.

• Your child will be graded underthe new PSLE AchievementLevels (AL1 to AL8)

PSLE Scoring (2021)

PSLE Scoring (2021)

PSLE Scoring (2021)

FOUNDATION LEVEL SUBJECT GRADES TO BE LESS FINELY DIFFERENTIATED

Under the new AL system, to reduce fine differentiation among

students, Foundation subject grades will be graded in 3 scoring

bands from AL A to C.

Like Standard subject ALs, the Foundation subject ALs will reflect a

student’s level of achievement, rather than how they have

performed relative to their peers.

Foundation Level

AL Reflected on

Result Slip

Foundation Raw

Mark Range

A 75 – 100

B 30 – 74

C < 30

PSLE Scoring (2021)

FOUNDATION LEVEL SUBJECT GRADES

For the purpose of S1 posting, Foundation level AL A to AL C will be

mapped to AL 6 to AL 8 of Standard level subjects respectively, to

derive a student’s overall PSLE Score.

Similar to the current PSLE scoring system, this mapping is based

on the learning and assessment load of the subjects, and informs

students of their readiness to access the curriculum at the

secondary level.

Foundation Level

AL Reflected on

Result Slip

Foundation Raw

Mark Range

Equivalent

Standard

Subject AL

Standard Raw

Mark Range

A 75 – 100 6 45-64

B 30 – 74 7 20-44

C < 30 8 <20

PSLE Scoring (2021)

SCORING OF FOUNDATION SUBJECTS FOR S1 POSTING

A student’s PSLE Score is the sum of the four AL scores across

his/her Standard and Foundation subjects.

Students taking Foundation subjects are eligible for the Express

Course, as long as they meet the course placement criteria.

With Full Subject-based Banding in secondary schools, students may

also take subjects at a higher level for those that they are strong in.

ENGLISH

FOUNDATION

MOTHER TONGUE

FOUNDATION

MATHEMATICS

SCIENCE

AL3

ALB

ALB

AL5

PSLE SCORE: 22

PLACEMENT

OUTCOMEPSLE SCORE

EXPRESS 4 – 20

EXPRESS /

N(A) option21 – 22

N(A) 23 – 24

N(A) / N(T)

option25

N(T)26 – 30, with AL7 or better

in both EL and MA

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HCL POSTING ADVANTAGE (PSLE)

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Should my child take up HCL from P5?

• Does he/she have an interest and a flair for CL?

• Does he/she plan to take HCL in secondary school?

• Is he/she coping well in EL, MA, SC, CL? Or should he/she be spending more time on these subjects?

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What is the impact on my child’s learning if I choose HCL for my child when it is not recommended by the school?

• HCL provides more in-depth learning, and with a greater emphasis on comprehension and writing

• Aptitude and interest are important for child to enjoy learning HCL

• Additional 2 periods of HCL lessons are conducted after school from 2 pm to 3 pm on Monday (2020) *Attendance is compulsory for students who are taking HCL

• Child must be able to cope with the additional curriculum demands of HCL

“Sharing by Year Head

Middle Primary

Miss Tan Zhi Ling

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We want to build a culture of care in which students

are safe, enjoy coming to school, are engaged in

learning and motivated to give their best.

Culture of care

Support for learning

Students with learning needs and who require more specialized interventions are supported by the Allied Educator (Learning and Behaviour Support).

Such interventions may include in-class or withdrawal support, small-group remediation and specialized training or support in life skills, as well as transition support.

* If you require assistance, please contact your child’s Form Teacher.

The AEDs are trained to conduct informal assessment and interventions and to process referral for formal assessment by the MOE Education Psychologist or REACH Team.

Emotional Safety

Your child’s emotional safety is also important tous. We hope to build positive relationships amongpeers and positive relationships between teachersand students.

Sometimes children and their families might need extra support if they are finding it difficult to manage their emotions, behaviour or relationships with peers , teachers or even parents.

The School Counsellor offers support to help students to work out their social, emotional and behavioural issues.

Behavioural and Emotional Support

RSS – Our Second Home

Making Learning

Meaningful

Making School a

fun and safe place

Making positive

relationships with

peers and

teachers.

Start it Right

Rationale: Set tone for class discipline - expectations and rules Inculcate values and character-building Focus on strengthening Teacher-Student

Relationship & Student-Student Relationship

First 2 days of the new school year First half day of every new school term

1 Follow Rules and Routines

2 Build Positive Relationships

• Positive Class Tone for learning Class discipline Work attitude

• Positive Relationships Teacher-Student relationship Student-Student relationship

• Positive Class Tone for learning

• Positive Relationships

⊡ We are ready to learn when we are

responsible and respectful.

⊡ We build positive relationships with those

around us when we are responsible and

respectful.

Buddy System @ RSS

P1 & P4

P2 & P5

P3 & P6

Buddy System

Rationale: creates a friendly and caring primary school

community where strong cross-aged peer relationships can be built and sustained.

helps students to develop positive social skills through various activities which focus on values such as friendliness, responsibility, respect, care for others, value and support differences.

Benefits: • eases the transition of younger students• builds relationships between peers and multi-aged

groupings• includes activities that develop essential social skills• inculcates leadership skills, responsibility and

respect in older students• makes the younger children feel safe and being

cared for while the older children feel valued and respected

• fosters a sense of a whole school community• extends and enhances a peer support structure

Key Level Programmes

P4 Leadership Adventure Camp

• Camp dates

– Term 3, 23 July to 25 July 2020 (Thursday to Saturday)

• Camp site

– MOE Dairy Farm Outdoor

Adventure Learning Centre

30 Dairy Farm Road S(679058)

Objectives

• To provide basic leadership training

• To provide students with opportunities and

experiences with outdoor activities

• To enhance values and

character education

Challenge by Choice

Examples of activities:• Ice-breaking games• Objective-setting session• Teambuilding sessions• High elements• Abseiling• Nature trekking• Rock climbing• Zip line • Navigation activities• Mini Campfire

Important points to note

• Daily attendance

• Students not attending camp

• Facilitation of camp

• Briefing for students

• Information letter for parents

What can I do to support my child in his/her journey in

RSS?

Our partnership to support the whole child

Our children do best when schools and parentswork hand in hand to support them.

Develop good habits

It is important to nurture your child to be a self-directedlearner with good habits and who takes responsibility forhis/her own learning.

• Students are responsible for copying down the day’s homework and to hand in their work on time

• Students need to learn how to manage their time and various commitments

Build responsibility

Homework can: • reinforce learning and deepen understanding of

lessons taught;• allow students to regularly practise, and apply

skills and concepts taught;• develop good study skills and habits;• encourage greater ownership and responsibility

for independent learning.

Completing Homework

How parents can partner the school

• Create a home environmentconducive for studying and thecompletion of homework

• Reinforce good study habits andattitudes

• Set a practice at home for yourchild to show your periodicallyhis/her homework progress

• Supervise and provide support forchild’s learning

How parents can partner the school

• Guide your child in managinghis/her time wisely.

• Work with your child to gettheir things ready for school.

• Refrain from providing“home delivery” for yourchild when he/she informsyou of missing item(s).

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Managing Screen Time

Smart Devices are here to stay. They are addictiveand interfere with relationships. Guidelines areimperative for the development of healthy mindsand habits.

It is important for our children to be able to work and communicate well with others.

Relating to others

How parents can partner the school

• Work with the teachers to help your childrespect differences and resolve disagreementsamicably

• Let the school establish the facts in any incidentto ensure a fair, objective outcome for allparties

• Don’t react. Don’t jump to conclusions.

• Attention - Listen to your child first.

• Reflection - Encourage them to share how they felt.

• Independence - Ask about what he/she can do to prevent/avoid occurrence next time.

• Follow up - If need arises, check with the teacher. Allow teacher to follow up pertaining to the issues.

Working Out Issues with your child

It is important to develop and strengthen mutual understanding, respect and trust between the school and parents for the benefit of your child.

Regular Communication

How parents can partner the school

• Work with the school to know and support your child• Update the form teacher immediately on matters

relating to your child’s well-being • Have regular conversations with teachers in both

academic and non-academic areas – this will help you guide your child’s development

• Check the teachers’ preferred mode of communication – teachers are not required to share their mobile numbers

• Understand that at times teachers may not be able torespond to your queries immediately

Let’s work together for the future of our

children!

How do we define success for our children?What do we really want for our children?

Parent-Child-Teacher Conference 2020

Date: Thursday, 28 May and Friday, 29 May

Time: 8.00 am to 4.30 pm

Important Note:

- Child to be present (in school uniform)

- More information will be provided at a later date

Parent Child Teacher

Conference

Thank You!