Primary 23 February 20167.30am to 9.00am

• Vision: Hearts of Service * Minds of Inquiry * Joy in Learning * Confidence in Life• Mission: Together we bring out the best in every child for a better nation.• Motto: Standing Tall Achieving Results• School Core Values:• Loyalty * Honesty * Compassion * Diligence * Excellence * Unity * Resilience * Self-

Discipline

Objectives

1. Strengthen home-school partnership

2. Enhance parent &teacher interaction

3. Inform about school/class practices & expectations

Agenda

• Introduction

• Holistic School Experience@LHPS

• School & Class Matters

• Announcements

• Q&A

1987

Became a

government

school

2016

Celebrating

our 70th

Anniversary

History of Lianhua

Hearts of Service

Minds of Inquiry

Joy in Learning

Confidence in Life

Our School Vision

Together we bring out the best

in every child

for a better nation

Our School Mission

Honesty Loyalty Compassion Diligence

Excellence Unity Resilience

Our School Values

Self-Discipline

Values “I Will” Statements

Honesty Resilience Loyalty Self-discipline

I am truthful to self and to others.

I am not afraid to fail and learn from

my mistakes.

I contribute actively to the community.

I do the right thing at the right time.

I accept responsibility for my own actions.

I strive to overcome my challenges.

I recite the pledge, sing the National

anthem and school song with pride.

I make responsible decisions.

I am sincere in my dealings with

others.

I stay strong and endure through difficult times.

I uphold my school’s name with

my behaviour.

I will be a rolemodel to my

classmates and schoolmates.

Statements for all 8 school values

are found in the student diary

Being Pupil-Focused

PhysicalEngaged in

Sport Activities

Lead a Healthy Lifestyle

IntellectualEnjoy

Learning

Think critically and creatively

Social-moral & EmotionalGrounded in

Values

Empowered to Lead

Love Singapore

AestheticsImmersed in

the Arts

Appreciate the Arts

Holistic School Experience @ LHPS

Social-Moral& Emotional

Student Leadership Framework

Character and Citizenship Education (CCE)

Form Teacher Guidance Period (FTGP)

CCE Lessons

(4 languages)

National Education & Social Studies

Values-in-Action (VIA)

Key Domain of Social Emotional Skills

Description

Self-Awareness • My feelings• Knowing myself

Self-Management • Managing my emotional state• My learning

Social Awareness • Appreciating diversity• Relating to others

Interaction time with Form &

Co-Form Teachers to build quality

Teacher-Student Relationships

Form Teacher Guidance Period

Character & Citizenship Education Lessons

• Adapting to a new school and making friends

• Self-responsibilities• Building positive relationships • Respecting others• Caring for others

National Education & Social Studies

National Education Social Studies

Commemorative Events- Total Defence Day- International Friendship Day- Racial Harmony Day- National Day

Cluster of Study

Inquiry Focus

Coming together as a nation

What unite us as people of Singapore

• Develop socially responsible citizens who contribute meaningfully to the community

• Approach:

• Recent involvement: – Festive Giving (Chinese New Year, Hari Raya & Deepavali)– Environment Education Week

Know the Values

Understand the Values

Apply the Values

Internalize the Values

Values in Action

Coding for Fun

• Code for Fun Enrichment Programme will be offered to students to increase their exposure to coding and computational thinking.

• Students will go through a 20 hour programming training using a visual, drag and drop software with robotic kits.

Intellectual

1.Shared Reading

Experiences

2. Shared Writing

Experiences3. Language Use

Activities in Learning

Centres

Children read a storybook

with the teacher and

engage in discussion with

teacher and peers.

The teacher prepares mini-lessons

based on specific needs of children

to prepare them for reading & writing

activities, e.g. grammar, vocabulary,

word recognition, decoding skills &

spelling.

The teacher models writing

using children’s language.

Children engage in writing

together and writing

independently.

STELLAR in Lower Primary

English Programmes• Reading Programme

– SURF (Silent Uninterrupted Reading for Fun)

– Recess Activities

– Extra support provided for struggling learners

• Oracy Programme– Prsentation : Fractured Fairy Tales

• Writing Programme– Modififed Language Experience Approach (MLEA)

– Publication of Good Stories

– Writing Buddy on MCOnline

Library Programme

School Activities Partnership with NLBBook Quizzes

E-reading (iPads)

Book Talks

Storytelling

NLB Library Membership Drive

Reading Interest Profile

Mass Borrowing sessions

Read, Swap & Share

Vision: Hearts of Service * Minds of Inquiry * Joy in Learning * Confidence in LifeMission: Together we bring out the best in every child for a better nation.Motto: Standing Tall Achieving ResultsSchool Core Values:Loyalty * Honesty * Compassion * Diligence * Excellence * Unity * Resilience * Self-Discipline

Holistic AssessmentTerm 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4

Listening &

Viewing

1)Sound

Discrimination

2)Picture Matching

1)Sound

Discrimination

2)Sequencing of

events

1)Picture Matching 2)Sequencing of events (5%)

End-of-Year Assessment (50%)

a. Listening Comprehension (15%)(Picture Matching, Sound Discrimination and Sequencing of events)

b. Oral (20%)

1. Reading Aloud

2. Picture Discussion

c. Composition (15%)(30 min)

d. Language Use (50%) (1h 15min)-Grammar-Vocabulary-Comprehension

Speaking &

Representing

Picture Discussion (5%)

Fractured Tales Skit Picture Discussion

Reading &

Viewing

Reading Aloud Reading Aloud (5%) Reading Aloud

Writing &

Representing

1)Spelling2) Picture Composition

1)Spelling2)Picture Composition-Individual writing

Individual Writing-Picture Composition (5%)

Language Use Mini Test (15%)-Grammar -Vocabulary -Comprehension

Mini Test (15%) -Grammar -Vocabulary-Comprehension

Mini Test -Grammar -Vocabulary-Comprehension

Total (100%) 20% 20% 10% 50%

MathematicsContent / Mastery of Basic Concepts

• Counting in tens and hundreds

• Comparing Numbers (greater, greatest, smaller, smallest)

• Addition and Subtraction Algorithms

• Multiplication and Division within Multiplication Tables of 2, 3, 4, 5 and 10

• Understanding Fractions as part of a whole

• Counting Money in Dollars and Cents

Numbers

• Telling Time to 5 minutes

• Understanding duration of 1 hour / half hour

• Measuring Length / Mass / Volume in Standard Units

• Identifying and Describing 2D and 3D Shapes

Measurement and Geometry

• Reading Data from Picture Graphs with scalesStatistics

Mathematics

Hi-Five! Problem-Solving Process

• What do I KNOW?

• What do I WANT to KNOW?

• Choose a STRATEGY or ACTION and SOLVE.

• Does my answer MAKE SENSE?

• I DID IT!

Mathematics

To acquire conceptual understanding and make sense of one’s learning

Learning by Doing

Learning by Interacting

Mathematics AssessmentTerm 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4

Non-

Weighted

Journal

Diagnostic

Test

Journal

Diagnostic

Test

Journal

Diagnostic

Test

Performance

Assessment

-

Weighted Mini-Test

(15%)

Mini-Tests

(22%)

Mini-Test

(13%)

Semestral

Assessment

(50%)

‘P.O.T.S.’ –

Primary One and Two Science

Rationale To formalise a structure to facilitate pupils’ learning

in Science in Primary 1 and 2

To prepare pupils for the formal Science curriculum in Primary 3

Timeframe:

• Commencing from Term 1

• One period a week

Learning Content• Primary 2 Science Content:

– Germination of seeds– Plant parts and their functions– Identification of some plants– Life cycle of some animals (bird, grasshopper and

butterfly)

• Science Process Skills:– Observing– Classifying (leaves, animals, objects)– Measuring (volume)

Features of Mother Tongue Languages Curriculum

• Greater focus on authentic activities to better engage students and develop their communication skills

• Continue to expose students to culture & values through MTL learning

• Story characters set in real-life situations that students can relate to, so as to better engage students in their learning of MTL

• Greater use of ICT e.g. videos, animations and digital interactive games

Programmes

• Mother Tongue Fortnight

• Reading programme

• ICT platforms eg MC online (refer to school website for more ICT platforms and resources)

• Publication of students’ work

Performance Task:• Listening Activities• Penmanship• Show and Tell• Written Expression• Little Book Creation• Reading Aloud• Reading Comprehension

Weighting Term 1 Term2 Term 3 Term4

Listening 30% 0% 10% 10% 10%

Speaking 30% 0% 10% 10% 10%

Reading 20% 0% 5% Paper 1 :5% Paper 2: 25%Writing 20% 0% 5%

Total 0% 20% 30% 50%

Assessment

• We engage our students using various ICT tools.

• Every child has the opportunity to experience and learn ICT skills through various subjects in the following areas:

• Word processing

• Learning with multimedia

• Using online tools

• For example, students learn more about shapes through Microsoft Office

Use of ICT to Support Curriculum

• MCOnline (www.mconline.sg)

• Brainpop (www.brainpop.com)

• Provide pupils with opportunity for self-directed learning

Online Learning Portal

We focus on developing the pupil’s instinct to protect himself and empower him to take

responsibility for his own well-being in cyberspace.

Cyberwellness

• Students experience self-directed learning

• Lessons, assignments and tests will be assigned to students via the MCOnline portal.

• E-Learning Days are at various times of the year (to be confirmed nearer the date)

E-Learning Days@Lianhua

Physical

How to Raise A Healthy Child

Healthy Child

Safety First

Growth & Health

Good Health Habits

Active Lifestyle

Physical Development Programme

• Weekly PE Lessons (taught by qualified PE teachers)

• PAL Games & Sports (Thursdays)

• PAL Outdoor Education (Thursdays)

• SwimSafer Programme (Term 2, after school)

• Lower Primary Sports Day (TBC)

• CCA Exposure Week (Term 4, after school)

Sports Talent Management Programme

Formative Assessment

(Skills, Attitude & Cognitive)

Child’s Sports Talents are

identified at Primary Two

(PE, PAL)

Sports Academy CCA

(P3)

Direct School Admission

(Sports)

Physical Education Curriculum

Learning Areas Primary 2

Dance PE

Games & Sports PE

Gymnastics PE

Outdoor Education PE

Physical Health & Fitness

Health Ed(An Active & Healthy Me Book)

AestheticsVisual Arts & Music

• Philosophy and belief• Plays an important role in our daily life

• Imparts values and evokes emotions

• Learn to reflect and express one’s uniqueness by

communicating their thoughts and emotions using

images and objects.

• Develop visual literacy which enables pupils to

observe and perceive the world with increased

awareness and aesthetic sensitivity

Visual Arts

S/n Themes Description

1. 2D Exploration Pupils will explore the various medium to create their 2-Dimensional artwork

1. 3D Create! Pupils will create 3-Dimensional artwork using the specific techniques and skills shared.

1. Creative Expression! Pupils will interpret the artworks and create their own artwork.

1. Reuse and Recreate! Pupils will explore creative ways to make artwork using recyclable materials.

1. Digital Art Pupils will express their art interpretations through the ICT App in 3-Dimensional artwork.

Visual Art Visual Art Department 2016 Framework

Level Primary 2

Skills Art Techniques (i) Drawing, painting, moulding, renderingVisual Inquiry (i) Visible Thinking Approach

Art Form 2-dimensional (i) Drawing, painting, collage (ii) 3-dimensional(ii) Assemblage, recyclable artwork i.e robot

Art medium Oil pastels , colour pencils , acrylic paint

Research and Processing Observe, record, compare Jotter book serves as documentation and reflection

Communication Express ideas visually and orally through presentation and group and pair discussions

Level Portfolio Assessment Rubrics

Primary 2 Celebration Portfolio Generalized Rubrics

Assessment

Music

Every student is able to appreciate,

create and perform music.

•Educate students in music knowledge

•Enable students to create original pieces

•Empower students to perform confidently

Key Curriculum Framework P1-6

Programmes

Mass singingAssembly

PerformancesShowtime!

SHOWTIME!

http://tiny.cc/showtimelianhua

School Matters

Late Coming

• Absent during Semestral Assessment– There will be no make-up for exams missed– Student will take the paper when he/she returns to school– Marks will not be taken into consideration in the

computation of results, but feedback on the performance will be given.

• Considered absent unless:– A medical certificate from a doctor is produced

Examination Matters

0 marks will be given when there is no Medical Certificate produced

Homework Policy

• Purpose of homework

– Practise what is learnt

– Acquire knowledge prior to lesson

– Assess what students have learnt

• Considerations

– Time spent in school (Longer days, less homework)

– Public holidays (homework should be minimal)

– Level of difficulty ( difficulty, quantity)

Homework Policy• General guidelines:

P1 & P2 P3 & P4 P5 & P6

0.5 h to 1 h 1 h to 1.5 h 1.5 h to 2 h

Complete school homework first

Speak with your Form or Co-form Teachers

Speak with P2 Year Head Ms Wang Xiaoxuan

Speak with your Vice-Principals & Principal

Getting Help in School

Class Matters

(To be done by Form & Co-form)

• Could include

– Rules

– Expectations

– Full Value Contract

– SOP if absent from class

(To be done by Form & Co-form)

• Support for students in the class

– Stretching

– Special needs etc

Announcements

P1 to P6 slides are available on the school website at

www.lianhuapri.moe.edu.sg

Breakfast Chat with Principal

Level Date Time Register on MC Online

P1 & P2 6 April(Wed)

8.00am to 10.30am

23 Mar to 31 Mar

P3 & P4 30 Mar(Wed)

16 Mar to 24 Mar

P5 & P6 17 Feb(Wed)

3 Feb to 12 Feb

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