Year Head/Upper Secondary

Ms Ong Lay Kheng

Scope of presentation

1. Curriculum Structure 2. Sec Three Enrichment Programmes 3. Post-Secondary Options 4. Promotion Criteria

Curriculum Structure

Curriculum Structure 2016

• Silent Reading Period:

0820hrs on Mon morning

0720hrs on Tue to Fri mornings

Students should read story books and newspapers to improve their language and to increase their global awareness (ALP).

• Morning assembly:

0830hrs on Mon morning

0730hrs on Tue to Fri mornings

Curriculum Structure in 2016

Day 1st Period Last Period Structured

Remedial

Other

Activities

Mon 0840 1440 1510 – 1610

Mathematics

Enrichment

Day

Tue 0745 1345 1415 – 1515

English

CCA starts at

1530

Wed 0745 1345 1415 – 1515

Humanities

Enrichment

Day

Curriculum Structure in 2016

Day 1st Period Last Period Structured

Remedial

Other

Activities

Thu 0745 1345 1415 – 1515

Science

CCA starts at

1530

Fri 0745 1235 1415 – 1515

MTL/C&T

CCA starts at

1430

Students offering Triple or Double Sciences will have an additional period from 1345 – 1440 on Tue, Wed and/or Thu.

Remedial is only for students who have been identified for intervention programmes.

Enrichment programmes

Enrichment programmes

Objectives:

1. Supports the core curriculum and provides students with experiential learning opportunities

2. Supports school efforts to provide holistic education to students

Enrichment programmes (SEM 1)

1. Mother Tongue Language Fortnight (Jan)

2. BV Applied Learning Programme (ALP) for 3E Students (Jan to Feb)

3.Visit to Singapore Arts Museum for Arts Students (Mar)

4. Level Camp (Mar)

5. Learning Journey to the Parliament House (Mar to Apr)

6. ignITE Skills Challenge 2016 (Apr to May) for 3NT Students

7. BV Learning for Life Programme (LLP) for UG (May)

Post-Secondary Options

Sec 1 Parent Teacher Conference 11

Sec 4N(A) Sec 4N(T)

GCE ‘N’ Level (in 2017)

Sec 5 N

JC MI ITE

GCE ‘A’ Level

University

Employment

GCE ‘O’ Level (in 2017 for 4E, 2018 for 5N)

Sec 4 E

Polytechnic

Overview of Pathways Pathways for Normal (Academic) Students

2 years ITE Direct Entry Scheme

to Polytechnic Prog (DPP)

10 weeks Prep Programme

GCE O-Level Exam 1 year Sec 5

Polytechnic (3 years)

2 years ITE Nitec 2 years ITE Higher Nitec

NAFA/ LaSalle (3 years)

Polytechnic (3 years)

1 year Foundation

Programme (PFP)

Polytechnic (2 years)

Junior College (2 years) / Centralised

Institute (3 years)

1 3 2 4

GCE N-Level Exam 4 years N(A) Course

PROGESSION PATHWAYS AT THE END OF SEC 4

4E/5NA JUNIOR COLLEGE

MILENNIA INSTITUTE (MI)

POLYTECHNICS

ITE (NITEC OR HIGHER NITEC)

4NA PROGRESSION to SEC 5NA

DIRECT ENTRY SCHEME TO POLY PROGRAMME (DPP)

POLY FOUNDATION PROGRAMME (PFP)

ITE (NITEC)

4NT ITE NITEC COURSES

Eligibility Criteria to Junior Colleges

• L1R5 ≤ 20 excluding Bonus Points E.g. CCA Points (L1 refers to Language 1, R5 refers to Relevant 5 Subjects)

L1R5: For JC Course

L1 First Language – English / Higher Mother Tongue

R5 Relevant Subject 1 – Humanities / Higher Art / Higher Music / Malay / Chinese (Special Programme) / Bahasa Indonesia

Relevant Subject 2 – Mathematics / Science

Relevant Subject 3 – Humanities / Higher Art / Higher Music / Mathematics / Science / Malay / Chinese (Special Programme) / Bahasa Indonesia

Relevant Subject 4 – Any GCE ‘O’ Level subjects excluding CCA and Religious Knowledge

Relevant Subject 5 – Any GCE ‘O’ Level subjects excluding CCA and Religious Knowledge

Eligibility Criteria to Polytechnics

• ELR2B2 ≤26 points (EL refers to English Language, R2 refers to Relevant 2 Subjects, B2 refers to Best 2 Subjects)

• Meet the Minimum Entry requirements (MER) for their respective polytechnic courses

• The MER for each polytechnic course can be found on the polytechnics’ websites

Guidelines for DSA-JC / DPA Application

• Application form from respective JCs / Polytechnics

• Sec 3 and 4 Exam Results

• Teacher’s / Instructor’s Recommendation (based on the niche area of application by respective JCs / Polytechnics E.g. UG/Sports/Performing Arts/Leadership)

• CCA Records E.g. Certificates of Recognition/Awards

Find out from websites regarding application criteria

Polytechnic Foundation Programme (PFP) and DES-to-Poly Programme (DPP-ITE to Poly)

• PFP and DPP were first launched in 2013 to provide “Through-train” options to the polytechnics for good-performing Sec 4N(A) students

• PFP eligibility: ELMAB3 ≤ 11 points or better (EL refers to English,

MA refers to Mathematics, B3 refers to Best 3 Subjects)

• DPP eligibility: ELMAB3≤ 19 points or better (ITE to Poly)

• PFP & DPP eligibility exclude Bonus Points E.g. CCA Points

More information on post-secondary options will be shared at the Sec 4/5 MTP session next year.

Promotion Criteria

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Minimum Requirements for Promotion for

Sec 3 Express

Pass EL and 2 other subjects OR

Pass percentage in 5 subjects

Retention at Sec 3 Express

OR

Laterally transferred to 4NA if at maximum age

Promoted to Sec 4 Exp

No Yes

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Minimum Requirements for Promotion for

Sec 3 N(A)

Grade 5 or better in EL and 2 other subjects, OR

Grade 5 in 4 subjects

Retention at Sec 3 N(A) Promoted to Sec 4 N(A)

No Yes

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Minimum Requirements for Promotion for

Sec 3 N(T)

Grade D or better in 2 subjects, including EL or Mathematics

Retention at Sec 3 N(T) Promoted to Sec 4 N(T)

No Yes

How the school is preparing students

• Motivational Talks/Workshops

• Education and Career Guidance

• Remedials

• Bridging Programme

Parents’ role in this whole process: What can parents do to help? 1) Have open communication with:

a) Your child

b) The school

2) Be aware of:

a) Time-table & after school activities e.g. CCA, enrichment / remedial classes

b) Exams structure and test schedules

KEY NOTES ABOUT DISCIPLINE Sharing With Our Partners: Parents & Guardians

We Discipline Because We Care

Respect . Responsibility . Integrity . Service . Excellence

SH Discipline – Mr Lee Khai Yin

CONTENTS

• Discipline Beliefs Of Our School

• Expectations For Our Students

‘4P’ FRAMEWORK Our Discipline Beliefs

We Discipline Because We Care

POSITIVE Use positive reinforcements to increase likelihood of repeating

desirable behaviour

PREVENTIVE Take measures to encourage students to display desirable

behaviour at all times

PROACTIVE Rehabilitate by repairing relationships between offender and

victim(s)

PUNITIVE Use mainly positive punishment to decrease likelihood of

undesirable behaviour

THE ‘4A’ Attendance . Attitude . Accountability . Attire

We Discipline Because We Care

Attendance

Attitude

Accountability

Attire

ATTENDANCE Attendance

We Discipline Because We Care

• Morning Assemblies

• Lessons (e.g. Remedial, Supplementary)

• Enrichment (e.g. Competitions)

• Co-Curricular Activity

• School Events (e.g. Speech Day, Cross Country Run, Graduation Ceremony)

We would like our students to achieve 100% attendance for school-related activities which they are down for, and turn up for them punctually.

ATTITUDE Attitude

We Discipline Because We Care

We would like our students to adopt good learning habits and a positive mindset.

• Demonstrate and apply the school values:

Respect

Responsibility

Integrity

Service

Excellence

ACCOUNTABILITY Accountability

We Discipline Because We Care

We would like our students to take ownership of their development and make responsible decisions as a contributing member of the class and school.

• Contribute to a conducive learning environment

• Contribute to a clean and hygienic environment

• Contribute to a caring environment

• Seek help or advice when necessary

ATTIRE (& GROOMING) Attire And Grooming

We Discipline Because We Care

We would like our students to look neat, in the appropriate attire.

• Complete school uniform (i.e. Name Tag, Shirt/Blouse, Pants/Skirt, Tie)

• Uniform should be regular-fit instead of slim-fit

• Neat overall appearance

HANDBOOK Student Handbook

We Discipline Because We Care

The Student Handbook is a good source of information for our students.

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CCA Briefing for 2016

HOD PE & CCA – Mr Steven Su

SH CCA – Mrs Lena Tiu

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CCA Objectives in BV 1. To provide students with a platform to discover their

interests and talents.

2. To progressively develop CCA-specific knowledge, skills, values and attitudes through sustained participation in CCA.

3. To provide a holistic and balanced education for students to learn core values, social and emotional competencies and the emerging 21st Century Competencies.

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CCA Objectives in BV

4. To emphasise social interaction by providing a common space for friendships and social integration amongst students of diverse backgrounds.

5. To develop a sense of identity and belonging to the school.

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Clubs and Societies

Service Learning Club

Infocomm Club

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Physical Sports

Badminton

Boys Only Football

Sepak Takraw

Netball Girls Only

Basketball Boys & Girls

Track & Field

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Uniformed Groups (UG)

Girl Guides Girls Only

NCC (Land) Girls

NCC (Land) Boys Boys Only

NPCC

Boys & Girls St John Brigade

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Visual & Performing Arts Groups

Angklung & Kulintang

Choir

Concert Band

English Drama

Guzheng

Modern Dance

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CCA Policy in BV • CCA participation is compulsory for all students in

secondary schools with at least ONE CCA.

• Allocation of CCA is based on Interest, Talent and School Needs.

• Attendance is compulsory and important.

• CCA activities will be suspended 2 weeks before Semester 1 and 2 Examinations.

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CCA Policy in BV

• School will assess requests for a change of CCA from students in the mandatory CCA on a case by case basis, and may allow for one change in CCA either at the end of Secondary One or Secondary Two.

• Students can only opt for a change at the beginning of each academic year.

Leaps 2.0 Recognition System for Co-Curricular Attainment

Leadership

Enrichment

Achievement

Participation

Service

LEAPS 2.0 DOMAINS –to recognise students’ holistic development

• LEAPS 2.0

–4 domains has levels of attainment: 1 - 5 Participation Achievement Leadership Service

• LEAPS 2.0

–Enrichment domain complements the other domains for students’ holistic development

–Will be recognised in School Graduation Certificate

–Will not have levels of attainment

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

Participation Domain in LEAPS 2.0

At least 75% attendance each year

• Levels 1 – 4:

• Participation in a CCA for 2 to 5 years

• Levels 4 – 5:

• Continuous involvement in the same CCA for 4 or 5 years

• Levels 3 – 5:

• Exemplary conduct and active contribution in CCA with at least 3 years of participation in any CCA

Achievement Domain in LEAPS 2.0

Representation • Level 1:

• Represent class / house / CCA (Intra-school)

Representation/Accomplishment • Levels 2 – 4:

• Representation school or external organisation in an event • Accomplishment in an event represented • Levels increase with no. of years of

representation/accomplishment • Level 5:

• Represent/accomplish Singapore / MOE / Singapore Schools / National Project of Excellence (NPOE) / UG HQ in international UG competitions

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

Key Information on LEAPS 2.0 Domains

Leadership Domain in LEAPS 2.0

Level 1:

• Completed 2 modules on leadership

Levels 2 – 3:

• National Youth Achievement Award:

• Level 2: Bronze

• Level 3: Silver and above

Levels 2 – 5:

• Recognition of progressive student leadership development through leadership positions

Level 1 – 4:

Highest level attained in either:

• Number of hours of service

• Number of VIA projects

• A combination of both

Level 5:

• VIA project:

• Student-initiated

• Impacts the community beyond the school

Service Domain in LEAPS 2.0

Co-Curricular Experience

Basic Requirement for Level of Attainment in

Domains

Bonus Points

Excellent 4,3,3,3 2

Good 4,1,1,1 3,2,1,1 2,2,2,1

1

Fair did not meet above criteria 0

Partnership Ms Joy Ho

SH Partnerships

Many researches have shown that children with more involved parents enjoy school more and have better school attendance. They are also more emotionally and socially well adjusted and better able to handle stress.

~Feb 09 The Straits Times

Partnering with Parents

• Parents as vital partners who can contribute significantly to the development and educational experience.

• Parents as key players in influencing and sharing their child’s attitudes towards school and learning.

How can parents be involved?

• Parenting your child

• Communicating with school

• Volunteering in school

Parenting your child

• FamilyMatter@School (A programme supported by the Ministry of Social and Family Development) equips parents with skills to nurture positive family relationship.

• Family Life Programmes to help parents to better connect with their children.

• School Coordinator : Ms Yeo Bee Bee

Parenting Skills Talk

Charting a Road Map for your Family • Date : 29 Jan 2016 • Time : 1700 - 1800 • Venue: Hall

I Can’t Live Without IT - Engaging the IT & Smartphone Generation • Date : 26 Feb 2016 • Time : 1700 - 1800 • Venue: Hall

Communicating with school

• Email mailing list

• Mid Year and End of Year Meet the Parents Session – 27 May and 28 Oct 2016

• Termly Calendar of Events

• Notification to Parents

• Termly Parents Link on school website

• School SMS

Information for Parents

Click on the following links for more information

Volunteering in school

Parent Support Group (PSG)

• Be part of the BVSS family!

• Join the school’s parent support group so that you can be involved in the school’s programmes and activities.

Volunteering in school

PSG Welcome Tea

• Date : 16 Jan 2016

• Time : 0930 - 1100

• Venue: DNT Studio

• If you are keen to join us as a PSG member, please get in touch with us through phone or email.

• Joy Ho(SH Partnerships)

• joy_ho@moe.edu.sg

Thank You