Welcome to Meridian Secondary School
Agenda
• MOE Directions
• School Strategic Direction
• Highlights of Sec 1 programme
• Theme for 2018
Minister spoke of the need for our students to have Joy of Learning, Entrepreneurial Dare and the Singapore Spirit
• Our students should have the opportunities to explore and develop their interests and strengths, engage in deep learning and apply their learning in real-world contexts to make a difference in their areas of passion
• Need cultural shift to change the school experience and the conversations within and beyond the school
Play video of Opening Address
What do we understand by:
Joy of Learning, Entrepreneurial Dare &School-Community Engagement
What is the Joy of Learning?
The Singapore Teaching Practice
Singapore Curriculum PhilosophyWe believe in holistic education.
We believe that every child wants to and can learn. We focus on children’s learning needs when designing learning experiences.
We believe that learning flourishes • in caring and safe learning environments, • when children construct knowledge
actively, • through the development of thinking skills
and dispositions, and • when assessment is used to address
children’s learning gaps.
How can teachers bring aboutJoy of Learning?
STRONG START FOR OUR CHILDRENSharing a common experience
What is Entrepreneurial Dare?
Creating Value
Understanding others’ needsIdentifying opportunitiesGenerating innovative solutions
Daring to Try
Pushing boundariesBuilding confidence
Managing risk
Learning from
Setbacks
Developing resilienceAdaptability
Play
• Opportunities to explore, experiment and discover through trial and error
• Seeded in children through formative experiences in school and at home
Passion
• Intellectual or artistic passion
• Nurtured as children grow through learning experiences, exploration
Purpose
• A desire to make a difference or impact in the world
• Develops as young people delve deeper into their passion and connect it to the world
Stages in development of Entrepreneurial Dare
Reference: Creating Innovators (Tony Wagner)
What is School-Community Engagement?
• School-Community Engagement:
• Draws on the expertise and resources of the community external to the school; and
• Forms sustainable partnerships in different areas to:
Support students’ holistic development
and learning
Deepen sense of belonging in the
community
What is School-Community Engagement?
The Singapore Spirit
Cultural Shifts
Needed
We place great emphasis on
academic results
We decide everything for
students
We try to solve everything ourselves
Balanced holistic development
Opportunities for students to find
their passion and purpose
Call on the village
Character and Citizenship EducationWhy is it important?
• Changing Demographics• It is important as a nation to work towards
building and articulating a shared understanding of our values and norms.
• Changing Socio-political Climate• There is a need to equip our young with the
requisite knowledge, skills and dispositions to be active, informed and future-ready citizens in our nation’s evolving socio-political climate.
• Quicker Occurrence of Disruptions
• There is a need for us to find strength in our identity as a united Singapore committed to the continued survival and thriving of our nation-state.
Persistent Challenges
Of concern is the rising data trends in the past 3 years.
Position of these issues are ranked based on 2016 CSM data
JC/CISecondaryPrimary
Anger Management Issues
Disruptive Behaviour
Family Relationship Issues
Peer Relationship Issues
Family Relationship Issues
Peer Relationship Issues
Anxiety Issues (Non-Academic)
Academic Stress
Peer Relationship Issues
Academic Stress
Motivation Issues
Anxiety Issues (Non-Academic)
Anxiety Issues (Non-Academic)
Self-harm/ Self-mutilation
Family Relationship Issues
There is a need to pay more attention to these issues.
The school crest is formed by the letter M for Meridian Secondary School and is designed with two
adjoining peaks to represent the unity of Coral Secondary School and Siglap Secondary School.
The peaks stand tall and exude strength in solid foundations.
The silver, blue and green colours symbolise Innovation, Leadership and The Arts.
The silver peaks symbolise an innovative environment to cultivate creative thinkers.
Supporting the silver peaks are two pillars in blue and green which retain the heritage of both
schools.
The first pillar in blue symbolises Leadership and the other in green symbolises The Arts.
Together, they represent the strength and unity of Meridians to reach new heights.
School Vision and Mission
School Vision
Joyful Learners, Creative Thinkers, Compassionate Leaders
School Mission
To nurture in Meridians inquiring minds and caring hearts for their pursuit of excellence
School Vision
Joyful Learners , Creative Thinkers , Compassionate Leaders
We want to nurture Meridians to become :
Joyful Learners who are self-motivated, have a strong sense of curiosity, take delight in learning and strive for excellence.
Creative Thinkers who are imaginative, inquiring, analytical and innovative.
Compassionate Leaders who can empathise with others, and take the initiative to lead changes.
School Mission
To nurture in Meridians inquiring minds and caring hearts for their pursuit of excellence
Inquiring minds ask questions and seek answers constantly (JL, CT)
Caring hearts empathise and take actions to improve the lives of others (CL)
Pursuit of Excellence refers to continuous efforts towards attaining one’s best.
School Values – RICH
Resilience
Integrity
Compassion
Humility
School Values – RICH
Resilience – A person who is resilient has emotional strength and perseveres in the face of challenges. He manifests courage, optimism, adaptability and resourcefulness.
Integrity – A person of integrity upholds ethical principles and has the moral courage to stand up for what is right.
Compassion – A person who is compassionate acts with care and kindness. He contributes to the betterment of the community and the world.
Humility – A person who is humble demonstrates respect and the willingness to learn and serve others.
School Motto
Unite to Reach
New Heights!
Strategic Thrusts
ST 1: Provide quality teaching for engaged learning
ST 2: Develop a creative thinking culture
ST 3: Nurture leaders of sound character who demonstrate care for others
ST 4: Enhance staff capacity and engagement
ST 5: Manage resources and partnerships effectively
2018 Sec 1 Students
Stream COP 2017
COP2018
No. of Classes
Express 204 208 3
NormalAcademic
165 170 2
NormalTechnical
107 124 1
Sec 1 Expectations
Self Mastery and Care for Others
• Believing in self and acting responsibly (Growth Mindset)
• Showing respect and practising kindness towards others
Two MindsetsFixed Mindset Growth Mindset
Intelligence is static and tendency to …
Intelligence can be developed and tendency to …
Challenges … avoid challenges … embrace challenges
Obstacles … give up easily ... persist in the face of setbacks
Effort … see effort as fruitless or worse
… see effort as the path to mastery
Criticism … ignore useful negative feedback
… learn from criticism
Success of others
… feel threatened by the success of others
… find lessons and inspirationin the success of others
Result They plateau early and achieve less than their full potential
They reach ever-higher levels of achievement.
Growth Mindset
Every Meridian an Academic Achiever!
Leaders of Self Awards
Sec 1 Orientation
Sec 1 Orientation
Meridian Lighthouse Programme
Cabin Room ‘Chillbox’
Home-School Partnership
• Maintains scholarly image
• Attends school regularly and punctually
• Is engaged meaningfully after school hours
Encourage students to study in school
Home away from home and use school facilities
No loitering in public in school uniform
Performance = Potential - Interference
Boy-Girl Relationships Excessive outings with friends
Addiction to Internet and Handphones
Common Distractions
Theme for 2018
Unite to Reach New Heights
as Compassionate Leaders !
Communication
• School Termly Letter
• Mass SMS
• School Website / Facebook / Instagram
• Principal Meet Parents (Term 1)
• Parent-Teacher Conference (May/Oct)
• Email to School Leaders / Year Heads / Key Personnel / Home Teachers / Subject Teachers
• Call the school number 65831387
• Parent Support Group Meetings
Connecting through Website, Facebook and Instagram
Towards a Great 2018!
• Happy, caring school – One Big Meridian Family
• Work with synergy, enjoy and reap satisfaction from what we do
• Maintain Worklife Balance, ensure sufficient time with family and loved ones
Wishing Team Meridian a very Happy and Fruitful 2018!
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