Principal-Meets-Parents Session 2013 Secondary 1plmgss.moe.edu.sg/qql/slot/u173/Epistle/2014/January...
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Principal-Meets-Parents
Session
2014
Secondary 1
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Address by Ms Pamela Yoong, Principal
Sharing by Mrs Koh Si Ping, Sec 1 Year Head
Sharing on Teaching and Learning by Mrs Goh Hui Cheng, Senior
Dean Instructional Programme
Parents-School Support Group (PSSG) sharing by Mr Bob Toh,
Chairman of PSSG
Interaction with Form and Co-Form teachers in classrooms
Dinner at Canteen
CCA Briefing at Shaw Hall
Camp Finale Night at Shaw Hall
Programme
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Address by Principal
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Academic Value-Added
1999 - 2009
Outstanding
(2009)
Our School
A distinctively
Christian School with
a rich Christian
heritage and tradition
An autonomous
school since 2002,
reaffirmed in 2006 &
again in 2012
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Academic Value-Added
1999 - 2009
Outstanding
(2009)
Luke 2:52
“…and Jesus increased in wisdom (cognitive
development) and stature (physical development)
and in favour with God (moral development) and
man (social & emotional development).”
School Philosophy
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Academic Value-Added
1999 - 2009
Outstanding
(2009)
To nurture every PL-
Lite into a whole person
who lives in favour with
God and Man
School Mission
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Academic Value-Added
1999 - 2009
Outstanding
(2009)
An outstanding school producing women of fine
character with a passion for life and learning
Vision School Vision
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Academic Value-Added
1999 - 2009
Outstanding
(2009)
Values Godliness
Respect
All-round excellence
Commitment
Enthusiasm
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Academic Value-Added
1999 - 2009
Outstanding
(2009)
PRIME
IMPORTANCE
Character
Development
Academic
Excellence
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Academic Value-Added
1999 - 2009
Outstanding
(2009)
Character Development Award
(Outstanding)
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Academic Value-Added
1999 - 2009
Outstanding
(2009)
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Academic Value-Added
1999 - 2009
Outstanding
(2009)
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Academic Value-Added
1999 - 2009
Outstanding
(2009)
Personal Philosophy
1. Love God
2. Love your neighbour
3. Leaving the place better than before
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Academic Value-Added
1999 - 2009
Outstanding
(2009)
Educational Philosophy
Bottom line = Best interest of the child
• character & values come 1st
• value-added experience
• helping parents and child make informed
decisions
• staff development and optimal deployment
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Academic Value-Added
1999 - 2009
Outstanding
(2009)
New Challenges
Socially
• New environment
Academically
• More subjects
• New subjects
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Academic Value-Added
1999 - 2009
Outstanding
(2009)
School-
Family
connection
Support
Steer
Standard
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Academic Value-Added
1999 - 2009
Outstanding
(2009)
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Academic Value-Added
1999 - 2009
Outstanding
(2009)
Focus for 2014
Honour the Lord
Theme Verse:
And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men
Col 3:23 (NKJV)
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Academic Value-Added
1999 - 2009
Outstanding
(2009)
Jan – Honour the Lord
Feb – Elderly
Mar – Women
Apr – Friends
May / Jun – Parents, Guardians
Jul – Pioneering National Leaders
Aug – Singapore
Sep – Trs / Former Trs /Admin Staff
Oct – PL
Honour the Lord Blessing Others
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Academic Value-Added
1999 - 2009
Outstanding
(2009)
Thank You
PL-Lite : Go Light the World
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Academic Value-Added
1999 - 2009
Outstanding
(2009)
Roles of Year Heads
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Academic Value-Added
1999 - 2009
Outstanding
(2009)
Level outcomes Sec 1: i Discover
The confident PL-Lites will
discover their self identities,
personalities, talents, interests
and citizenship. (Wise, Articulate, Resilience)
Sec 2: i Aspire
The passionate PL learners will
aspire to fulfill their roles and
responsibilities to their family,
school, community and nation. (Pursues Excellence, Self Directed,
Critical Thinker)
Level outcomes Sec 3: i Influence
The inspiring PL leaders will
influence the people around
them positively. (Loyal, Socially Responsible,
Respects Differences)
Sec 4/5: i Inspire
The active PL citizen will
inspire others by being an
informed citizen and active
servant leader. (Proactive, Influential, Exemplary)
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Level outcomes
The confident PL-Lites will discover their
self identities, personalities, talents,
interests and citizenship. (Wise, Articulate, Resilience)
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Academic Value-Added
1999 - 2009
Outstanding
(2009)
Sec 1 Key Level Programmes
• Sec 1 “iDiscover” Camp
• CCA Fair
• DISC Profiling
• PL 21 (English Oral Communication, NLB
Literacy Course & Humanities Project, IT
Skills)
• Community Involvement Programme (FIS)
• Leadership 101 Workshop
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Academic Value-Added
1999 - 2009
Outstanding
(2009)
Thank you
Mrs Koh Si Ping
Sec 1 Year Head
Mr Alex Chiam
Sec 1 Assistant Year Head
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Teaching and
Learning
Secondary 1 pupils
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Lower Secondary Subjects (Exp) EL
MT/ HMT
Mathematics
Science
Humanities (History, Geography,
Literature)
Aesthetics (Art, Food & Consumer
Education, Design & Technology, *Music)
*Physical Education
*non-examinable
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Express Stream
A1 A2 B3 B4 C5 C6 D7 E8 F9
100-75 74-70 69-65 64-60 59-55 54-50 49-45 44-40 39 &
below
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Express Stream Promotion Criteria
Pupils will be promoted if
they have a pass in EL and
have attained an overall
percentage (50% or more)
in the average for all
subjects.
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Lower Secondary Subjects (NA)
EL
MT
Mathematics
Science
Humanities (History, Geography, Literature)
Aesthetics (Art, Food & Consumer
Education, Design & Technology, *Music)
*Physical Education
*non-examinable
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Normal (Academic) Stream
Grade
1
Grade
2
Grade
3
Grade
4
Grade
5
Grade
U
100-75 74-70 69 -65 64-60 59-50 49 and
below
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Normal (Academic)
Promotion Criteria
A pass will be given to all pupils
who
(a) obtain a Grade 5 or better in
EL and 2 other subjects,
or
(b) a pass percentage in
4 subjects.
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Promotion Criteria for Sec 1NA
to Sec 2 Exp (Exceptional Cases)
Grade 5 or better in EL and 2 other subjects and 70% or higher in the average for all subjects
OR
A pass percentage in 4 subjects and 70% or higher in the average for all subjects
Pass the Eligibility Tests
conducted in school
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Note : Consistency &
Daily Practice are KEY !
For example :
Food & Consumer Education
(including Coursework)
CPA
Lab-based assignments & coursework
– 70% of Combined Marks
English & Maths – Regular quizzes
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Subjects for Sec 1NT English Language
Mother Tongue
Mathematics
Science
Computer Applications (CPA)
Aesthetics (**Art, Food & Consumer
Education, Design & Technology and *Music)
*Physical Education
** only grades will be reflected
* non-examinable
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Normal (Technical) Promotion
Criteria
Obtain Grade D or better in 2 subjects,
one of which is EL or Mathematics
Grade A B C D U
Marks 100-75 74-70 69 - 60 59- 50 49 - 0
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Promotion criteria for Sec 1NT to
Sec 2NA (Exceptional Cases)
Obtain Grade D or better in 2 subjects,
one of which is EL or Mathematics
AND
70% or higher in the Average for all subjects in the End of Year Results
Pass the Eligibility Tests
conducted in school
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Sec 1 Promotion to the next
level
Sec 2 Streaming
Sec 3 Promotion to the next
level
Sec 4/5 National Exams
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Assessment in PLMGS(S)
Informal
Assessment (Formative
Assessment)
• Timed Assignments
• Class Quizzes
• Oral Presentations
• Journals / worksheets
• Presentations
• Group / Pair work
• Mind maps
• E-learning activities
• Scrap Book….. etc
Formal
Assessment
•Scheduled Common Tests
•Examinations
•Internal Oral examinations
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Assessment Framework in 2014
Sec 1, 2, 3 (Exp / NA / NT)
Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4
CA1 CA2 Exams
No
Assessment
Common
Test +
Informal
Assessment
Common
Test +
Informal
Assessment
End of Year
Exam
25% 30% 45%
Total = 100%
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Information for Parents
1. A Letter with the Assessment Schedule will be issued at least 2 weeks before the Assessment.
2. The Test schedule & Topics to be tested will be made available online at least 2 weeks before the test.
3. Subject Teachers will give all pupils relevant information pertaining to the assessment early.
4. Contact the Form teachers or subject teachers if you have any queries.
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No. of Curriculum
Weeks in 2014
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Curriculum Weeks 2014 (Sec 1) Term Sec 1
1
(11 wks)
9.5 weeks
(Public holidays)
2
(10 wks)
6-8 weeks
(PHs, CT1,Wk 10 enrichment & Learning
Journeys)
3
(10 wks)
7-9 weeks
(PH, CT2)
4
(6 wks)
2 weeks
*Lessons continue after EOY exams
2 weeks EOY Exam + 2 weeks of processing
exams, PH = 4 wks teaching time gone
Total 24.5 – 28.5 wks
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IP Overview 2014
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Term 1
Term 2
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Term 3
Term 4
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Areas of Change…
Increased Workload
Flexibility in Class schedules
Independent Learning
Group Projects
More demanding academic tasks
Active participation in CCAs
Service to the Community (Faithful In
Service)
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School Involvement
Learning Journeys
NE- Racial Harmony Day, National Day
Celebrations, Total Defence Day
Founder’s Day
Sports Day/ Cross Country
Class-Initiated Activities
Health Wk, Earth Day
Overseas Trips (OFIS/LJs)
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Useful Attitudes and Skills
to build on…
Optimism
Self Management
Time Management Techniques
Interpersonal Relationships
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How can parents help?
Managing Expectations and stress
Getting A* for all subjects?
Help your child to manage her time
Guiding your child not to
procrastinate
Use technology wisely
Catch sufficient sleep
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On the Home Front…
Parents as Builders of Trust and Respect
Parents as Encouragers
Parents as Mentors and Role Models
Parents as Partners to school
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Parents-School Support Group
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Interaction with Form and Co-Form teachers in
classrooms
Dinner at Canteen (5pm)
CCA Briefing at Shaw Hall (5.45pm)
Camp Finale Night at Shaw Hall
Programme
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Academic Value-Added
1999 - 2009
Outstanding
(2009)
Parents-Meet-Teachers
• The school prefects will be assisting and
ushering you to the various classrooms.
• The classrooms are located on the first
and second levels of the Jireh block.