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2019 Principal’s Dialogue with
Sec 2 Parents
22 Feb 2019
Sec 2 Year HeadMs Brenda Nio
Other Key PersonnelMr Ang Yuan Peng, HOD ScienceMr Keith Liew, HOD ICTMr Vincent Chia, HOD DisciplineMr Joseph Guo, LH English
Support Team
Ms Noreffaliza Bte AmerAED Learning & Behaviour Support
Mr Mark LeongSchool Counsellor
Ms Tan Xin RuSchool Counsellor
Support Team
Ms Charlene KohChristian MinistryStaff
Mr Ingo HoffmanChristian MinistryStaff
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Guiding Principles for School-Home Partnership
1. Students succeed when schools and parents work hand in hand to support students in learning self-management skills, taking responsibility and building resilience.
2. Mutual respect and trust forms the strong foundation for positive engagement between schools and parents.
What we hope to achieve
• Developing good habits
– We want to nurture your child to be a self-directed learner with good habits and who takes responsibility for his/her own learning.
• Managing self
– We want your child to be able to manage challenges and make ethical responsible decisions to thrive in the VUCA future.
• Relating to others
– We want your child to be confident, respectful and have integrity when interacting with others.
• Working with the school to know and support your child
– We want to develop and strengthen mutual understanding, respect and trust between the school and parents for the benefit of your child.
o Work with the teachers to help your child respect differences and resolve disagreements amicably.
o Let the school verify the facts in any incident before taking action to ensure a fair, objective outcome for all parties.
What we hope to achieve
Communication with Parents1. School website – Info for
parents, including school calendar
2. Student diary
3. Smartphone app SNAC or sms(Parents Gateway – to be rolled out later)
4. Email
5. Hard copy letter
6. Phone calls
Contact teachers Mon-Fri 7:30am-6:00pm
Feedback to Form Teacher or Subject Teacher Year Head/ HOD P or VP
School Website – Parents Page
Our VisionA Vibrant Community of Active Life-Long
Learners & Influential Leaders
4 Fairsian Outcomes
2018 – Stronger Together
Wisdom
• I am curious and enjoy learning new things.
• I ask questions to gain deeper understanding.
• I make sound judgements.
• I persevere in learning.
Able to operate in and interpret the world and its influences, thereby making sound decisions for self and the team
2019 Focus
Walking in Wisdom’s WaysEphesians 5:15-17
15 Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, 16 making the best use of the time, because the days are evil.
17 Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is.
2019 Focus
Walking in Wisdom’s Ways1. How can we learn to see more clearly?
2. How can we make best use of our time?
3. How can we understand more deeply what the will of God is for our lives?
How would we answer these 3 questions as parents and teachers?
2018 MOE Work Plan SeminarLearn for Lifehttps://youtu.be/r6cbrw-V41c
Encourage Joy of Learning!
Encourage Joy of Learning by
• not over-emphasising 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
Learn for Life in Fairfield
• Reduction in school-based assessment
– No mid-year exams for Sec 1 and 3
– Only 1 weighted assessment per subject per term
• Focus on the learning every day, not assessments once a term
Creating a Culture of ThinkingJoy of Teaching – Joy of Learning
Learning Dispositions for Active Lifelong Learners
• I am generally curious and eager to learn new things.
• I regularly spend time (beyond timetabled lessons) to pursue my intellectual interests (e.g. read up on topics I am interested in, attend enrichment programmes).
• I like to ask questions about the things I am learning.
• I often try to make connections between new things that I am learning and things that I already know.
• If I get stuck with a learning task, I will try to think of how to get round the problem.
How to Raise an Adult• Give them unstructured
time
• Teach Life Skills
• Teach them how to think
• Prepare them for hard
work
• Let them chart their path
• Normalise struggle
• Have a wider mindset
about colleges
• Listen to them
How to build self-efficacy
Self-efficacy:
The belief in one’s capabilities to organise and execute the courses of action to manage prospective situations (Albert Bandura, psychologist)
“I think I can” mindset
The belief that one’s own efforts lead to outcomes
• 1st we do it for you
• Then we do it with you
• Then we watch you do it
• Then you do it completely independently
Managing SelfDos Don’ts
• Encourage your child to take personal responsibility (e.g. doing homework, taking initiative to seek help, managing time, practising responsible online behaviour, helping out in household chores etc).
• Encourage your child to be resilient and learn from the consequences when he/she is unable to complete his/her homework or forgot to bring items to school. Guide your child in managing disappointments.
• When your child expresses concerns about school, find out more from the school and help your child consider ways to solve his/her problems.
• Don’t deliver your child’s forgotten items to school, unless it is a medical emergency.
• Don’t contact the teacher to check on the things that your child needs to do.
Developmental Framework
Level Characteristic Character/Leadership Journey
Academic Journey
Sec 1 Transition from P6 to Sec 1
Self-Leadership Increase in number of subjects, new subjects
Sec 2 Physical and emotional growth
Peer Leadership Streaming examinations [placement]
Sec 3 Transition from junior to senior student
OrganisationalLeadership
Building foundations of two-year course leading to GCE exams
Sec 4/5 Preparing for the next challenge
Cultural Leadership GCE examinations [placement]
Four-Year FLEX ProgrammeFairfield Learning Experience
Year Focus
Sec 1 Empathy & Social Awareness
Sec 2 Outdoor Adventure Camp
Sec 3 Be a Blessing Project
Sec 4 / 5 Career Counselling
Sec 2 FLEX Week
Outdoor Adventure Camp
Sec 2 VIA to St Andrew’s
Cathedral Home for the Aged
Towards a Student-Led School
• Student Council
• Community Student Leaders
• Peer Support Board
• Class Committee
– Chairpersons
– Class Captains
• CCA Leaders
• Sports Leaders
• Hospitality Ambassadors
To develop a strong
PersonalVoice
in all students
Ability to form opinions through
thorough analysis & deep
introspection
Joshlyn Looi (4A 2018)
Secretary, Student Council
Mrs KT Lim Memorial Scholarship 2016
MOE Edusave Character Award 2015, 2017 & 2018
EAGLES Award 2018
South Zone C Division Volleyball Competition 1st
South Zone B Division Volleyball Competition 2nd
Ms June HengEducation & Career Guidance (ECG) CounsellorMondays at Counselling room
ECG Key Messages
Navigate Pathways with Confidence
2. Learn more about the world of work,education, and career pathways that you canchoose. Many pathways are worth taking, andthere are opportunities for continuous learningand recognition.
Make Informed Decisions and Own Them
3. Make considered decisions about your educationand career plans, and take positive steps to embarkon them.
Keep Learning. Be Resilient4. Develop 21st century competencies, values, andworkplace readiness skills to be adaptable andresilient.
Online Profiling Tools: MySkillsFuture
ITE
UniversityPolytechnics
Singapore-CambridgeA-Levels (JC or MI)
International Baccalaureate
LASALLE or NAFA
GCE O-Level
Post-Secondary Options
Entry Criteria For Junior College
Core Requirements: At least C6 in English At least D7 in Mother Tongue At least D7 in Mathematics
L1R5 Aggregate: not more than 20 pointsL1 – English Language or Higher Mother TongueR1 – HumanitiesR2 – Math/ScienceR3 – Math/Science/HumanitiesAny other 2 subjects (except CCA)
Bonus Points for Computation of
Net Aggregate Scores
2) Pass in English and Higher Mother
Tongue
3) Pass in Malay/Chinese (Special programme) or Bahasa Indonesia (BI) as
3rd Language
5) Students who apply for and are accepted into
Chinese LEP or Malay LEP
2 points for admission to JC/MI courses, provided
these choices come before any Poly/ITE courses
2 points
For students from feeder
schools if they choose their
affiliated JC course(s) as
a) 1st choice or
b) 1st and 2nd choices
2 points
4) Affiliation to JC
Limited to maximum of 4 bonus points only for sections (1)-(4).
Limited to maximum of 6 bonus points only for sections (1)-(5).
1) CCA gradesExcellent: 2 pointsGood: 1 point(For admission to JC/Poly/ITE)
What does one study at the A-Levels?
H1 H2 H3
Half of H2 in terms of curriculum time
Equivalent to ‘A’ Level subjects prior to 2006.
Subjects with opportunity for in-depth study (e.g. advanced content, research paper, university module).
Select content subjects from three levels of study:
Usual subject combination:three H2s + one H1 content subjects
(one which must be contrasting)+ General Paper* + Project Work* + Mother Tongue*^* Offered at H1 level ^ Except those who have passed HMT at O-Level
Level of Math offered at O
Levels
Implications forJC/MI Mathematics
Implications for University CourseSelections
Elementary
Mathematics(E-Math)
Math at a H1 level
Fewer university course options e.g. Law, Arts and Social Sciences, Business, Environmental Studies
Additional Mathematics
(A-Math)
Math at a H2 level
More university course options including Engineering & Science courses
Things to note:
Mathematics & Course Selections
Level of Science offered at O
Levels
Implications forJC/CI Science
Implications for University Course Selections
Pure Sciencee.g. Pure Biology
Science at a H2 level
Biology at H2 level
Requires a good H2 or GCE A-Level pass in Biology, Chemistry and either Mathematics or Physics. Candidates without H2GCE A-Level passes in Biology orChemistry are required to read and pass the relevant bridging modules as part of the admission requirements.
Combined Science
e.g. Combined Phy/Chem
Some JCs allow only
Science at a H1 level
Phy and/or Chem at H1 level
Things to note:Science & Course Selections
A-Levels Polytechnic
• Academic/Structured Learning
• Holistic, broad-basededucation
• 2-year programme• More direct route to
university• University admissions based
on A-Level grades• Final Exam
• Vocational/Applied Learning• Specific area of expertise• 3-year programme• Workforce ready• University admissions based
on poly GPA – Consistent Performance
A Levels vs Polytechnic Diploma
Entry Criteria For PolytechnicsGenerally the following applies: At least a C6 in English Language for Non-
Technology Courses
At least a D7 in English Language & C6 in
Mathematics for Technology Courses D7 in Mathematics – only limited courses E8 in Mathematics – not eligible for poly courses
L1 - ELR2 – Relevant 2 subjectsB2 – Best 2 other subjects L1 + R2 + B2 of about 26 points (vary from year to year)
ELR2B2 Aggregate Type refers to the subject combinationrequired for admission to a polytechnic course. Different courseshave different subject requirements.
Implications:
1. Know the subject requirements for the courses you have interest in.
2. Check the cut-off points in the latest JAE
3. Max L1R2B2 of about 26 points for entry to polytechnic couses (vary from year to year)
What is ‘Aggregate Type’?
EL refers to English which is compulsory for all courses. R2 refers to 2 relevant subjects of which you must include a relevant subject from the 1st group and another relevant subject belonging to the 2nd group.
B2 refers to any 2 best subjects which you have to include to make up the aggregate for ELR2B2.
If you want to take a polytechnic course from Group A,
For more information, please download the JAE 2019 booklethttps://www.moe.gov.sg/docs/default-source/document/education/admissions/jae/files/booklet.pdf
Or check the institutions’ websites
SEC 2 EXPRESS STREAMING
OPTIONS
Major Considerations
Setting the students up for success:
• Choosing the right combination based on both interest and ability
• Being able to perform and attain a good aggregate (L1R5, L1R2B2) to progress to next level of education and course of choice
Streaming Considerations
• All subject combinations allow students to gain entry into JCs or Polytechnics
• The only way to determine the right match of subject combination is by your results. You need to be realistic.
• Know the criteria for each subject combination and work towards your preferred one.
• Understand JC and Poly requirements and work towards them. Clarify with your teachers if in doubt.
Criteria for SubjectsTo qualify for You need to have
Pure Science (Triple/ Double)
Science results must be strong
Double Humanities Humanities results must be strong
Biology Strong in EL and strong in Science (Sec 1 and 2)
Additional Mathematics Must pass Mathematics
Additional subjects beyond the standard number
Overall results must be strong
Course 1 Course 2 Course 3 Course 4
Eng Lang Eng Lang Eng Lang Eng Lang
Mother Tongue Mother Tongue Mother Tongue Mother Tongue
Maths Maths Maths Maths
A Maths A Maths A Maths A Maths/Lit/Geog
Humanities
(Social Studies + History/
Geography)
Humanities
SS + H/G
Humanities
SS + H/G
Humanities
SS + H/G
Chemistry Chemistry Chemistry Science (Phy/Chem)
Biology Physics Biology Biology/ D&T/F&N/
Art*/Music*
Physics Lit/ Geog Lit/ Geog
Lit* / Art* / Music*
D&T* / Art* / Music*
Art*/Music*
Proposed Express Course Options
* Special criteria apply. Subjects taught outside normal curriculum time
Selection Criteria for Coursework
Subjects
Food & Nutrition
Able to write an extended research essay for Coursework
Art
Pass school's internal Sec 2 Art Selection Test
Music
Lessons conducted at Music Centres
Not linked to Sec 1-2 General Music
Minimum Grade 6 Practical & Theory by Sec 4
Minimum Grade 4 at the end of Sec 2
Able to handle Performing, Composing and Listening Tests
Selection Criteria for Coursework
Subjects
Streaming Process
Application by Students and Parents
– represents preference and assessment of strengths and weaknesses by students and parents
Placement by School– professional assessment of the strengths and
weakness of students, based on their results and the teachers’ knowledge of the students,
– applies meritocratic principle when places are limited, by using the overall score & strengths in relevant subjects
• New overall percentage will be taken into consideration for placement in Sec 3.
• Recalculation of Overall Percentage based on o ELo Mother Tongueo Mathso Scienceo Humanities Subjects (Geography, History,
Literature)o Aesthetics Subjects (Art, FCE, D&T)
Streaming Process
ApplicationStudents can select up to 3 options (Express)If your overall percentage is less than 60%, you must declare at least one Course 4 Subject Combination.
Timeline• Students given option form – October (after End-
of-Year Exam)• Submission of forms • Release of Streaming Results – 1st week of Nov• Appeal – within 3 days of release of streaming
results• Results of appeal – by 3rd week of Nov
Things to Note
Any Queries
Ask….
• Form Teacher
• Ms Lee Chee Peng and Mr Ang Yuan Peng, HODs i/c of Sec 2 Streaming
• Ms Brenda Nio, YH Sec 2
• Mr Lim Sin Heng, Vice-Principal
Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.