parent engagement talk (2 normal academic) ms shen simin
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Parent Engagement Talk
(2 Normal Academic)
by
Ms Shen Simin
Subject Head (English & Literature)
1 April 2016
Key Personnel
Appointment Key Personnel
Head of Pupil Discipline
Subject Head (CCE)
Subject Head (PE / Sports)
Ms Ho Lian Shi
Ms Asniza
Mr Dan Chong
Level Support
Appointment Key Personnel
Sec 2 Year Head
Sec 2 Level Curriculum Head
Sec 2 Level Discipline Master
Mr Gary Sng
Ms Shen Simin
Mr Farhan
2 NA Form Teachers
Class Form Teachers
2N1
Mr Ridzafir
Ms Chen Liwen
Ms Wan Shi Ting
2N2
Ms Sahilah
Mdm Anita
Mr Mohd Farhan
Briefing Outline
• Education Progression and Pathways
• Sec 2 Subject Matching Exercise
• School Support
• Parental Involvement
Education
Progression
and
Pathways
Sec 1
Sec 2
Sec 3
Sec 4
Spiral Curriculum
that reinforces
learning from sec 1
to sec 4
Secondary School
Curriculum
Education Progression
Secondary 2 NA to Secondary 3 NA• A pass will be given to all students that attain grade 5 or better:
• in EL and 2 other subjects,
• OR 4 subjects
• A fail will be given to all students that do not attain the above criteria.
Promotion Criteria to Sec 3
Secondary 2 NA to Secondary 3 Express• If a student fulfils the promotion criteria AND obtains 70% of
higher in the average of all subjects, he or she will be offered a Lateral Transfer to Sec 3 Express.
Promotion Criteria to Sec 3
Begin with the end in mind
Requirements for admission to
Junior College (2-year course)
L1R5 ≤ 20 points
Requirements for admission to
Millennia Institute (3-year course)
L1R4 ≤ 20 points
Subject Requirements for JC/MI
2016
Junior College
Cut-off points
English
2 relevant subjects
2 best subjects
Admission Criteria for Polytechnics
ELR2B2
Net Aggregate Score-26 points or better
Aviation Management2015 COP: 13 points (ELR2B2)
EM: A1 – C6EL: A1 – D7
SCI/D&T: A1 – C6
EL: A1 – D7
Information & Digital Tech2015 COP: 17 points (ELR2B2)
EM: A1 – C6
ANY 3 other subjects: A1 – C6
SEC 2 SUBJECT
MATCHING EXERCISE
• To give every student the most appropriate subject combination to develop his/her abilities, interests and potential to the fullest.
• To meet students’ post-secondary aspirations.
Objectives of Subject Matching
Exercise
Considerations for
Subject Offerings
1. Subject requirements and options for Junior College, Polytechnic and ITE courses.
2. Students’ interests and abilities (based on analysis of students’ performance, and teachers’ & students feedback).
3. Availability of school resources.
1. All students are offered subjects based on consideration of merit (by overall sec 2 performance), interest and aptitude (by relevantsec 2 subjects)
2. Subject is offered when there is a minimum class size of 8 – 10 students, depending on the nature of the subject.
Subject Matching Exercise
Process
SUBJECT COMBINATION
FOR
SEC 3
NORMAL ACADEMIC
7 Subjects (O level Math Combi)
2 Language subjectsEnglish Language
Mother Tongue Languages
1 Mathematics subject Math (O)
1 Science subjectCombined Science:Biology – Chemistry orPhysics – Chemistry
1 Humanities subjectCombined Humanities (Social Studies / History) or Combined Humanities (Social Studies / Geography)
2 Elective subjects• Art and DT cannot be
offered together
A Math orArt orDesign & Technology orEnglish Literature
3NA Subject Combinations
(Tentative)
7 Subjects (N level Math Combi)
2 Language subjectsEnglish Language
Mother Tongue Languages
1 Mathematics subject Math (N)
1 Science subjectCombined Science:Biology – Chemistry orPhysics – Chemistry
1 Humanities subjectCombined Humanities (Social Studies / History) or Combined Humanities (Social Studies / Geography)
2 Elective subjects• Art and DT cannot be
offered together
Art orDesign & Technology orEnglish Literature
3NA Subject Combinations
(Tentative)
6 Subjects (N level Math Combi)
2 Language subjectsEnglish Language
Mother Tongue Languages
1 Mathematics subject Math (N)
1 Science subjectCombined Science:Biology – Chemistry orPhysics – Chemistry
1 Humanities subjectCombined Humanities (Social Studies / History) or Combined Humanities (Social Studies / Geography)
1 Elective subject• Art and DT cannot be
offered together
Art orDesign & Technology
3NA Subject Combinations
(Tentative)
MATHEMATICS
Key facts about
MATHEMATICS
• Compulsory subject at National Examinations
At N-Level Exams At O-Level Exams
• Minimum grade 3 for PFP • Minimum grade 4 for DPP
through higher Nitec
• Minimum grade of D7 for admission into JC / MI
• Relevant subject for many polytechnic courses – minimum grade of C6
• Minimum grade of D7 for most courses in ITE Higher Nitec
Visit www.polytechnic.edu.sg and www.ite.edu.sg/definitelyfor more information about PFP and DPP
Key facts about
ADD MATHEMATICS
• Strong foundation in Algebra is helpful.• Admission to JC/MI: not a compulsory subject for
computation of L1R5 (JC) or L1R4 (MI)• Admission to Polytechnic: not a compulsory subject for computationof ELR2B2• Can be used for application of PFP / DPP
SCIENCES
Pass
Media and Design
Polytechnic courses that require components of Science(Group 1 courses)
Applied Sciences
Information and digital technology
Engineering
Maritime Studies
Health Sciences
Pass in Sc (Phy/Chem)Sc (Chem/Bio)
Design & Technology
Built Environment
HUMANITIES& Other electives
N-Level
ArtSS / Geography
SS / HistoryLiterature
From N-Level to PFP (Poly)Group 2 Courses
Business & Management
Social Sciences Media and Design
Humanities
Note: To be eligible for the above mentioned courses, students must have sat for at least ONE of the Humanities subjects.
Subject Matching Exercise
Timeline
May(Term 2 Week 6)
May(Term 2 Week 9)
Subject talk
Online Subject
Matching Exercise
October November
Release of Subject
Matching Exercise
Result and Appeal
Mid-Year Exam
End-of-Year Exam
October
Subject talk
October
School Support
SkillsFuture
• Develop fullest potential
• Realise one’s aspirations
• Attain mastery of skills
A mindset of continually
striving towards greater
excellence through knowledge,
application and experience
The purpose of assigning homework to
students is to help them consolidate their
learning and to adequately prepare them
for the next stage of their learning.
Homework Policy
CA1[15%]
SA1[25%]
CA2[15%]
SA2[45%]
MSTMid-Year
ExamMST
Alternative
Assessment
End-of-Year
Exam
MCs are to be submitted if students are absent from assessments
Assessment Structure
Term/Week Date EventTerm 2
Week 7,8
29 Apr
2 May – 12 May
Mid-Year
Examination
Term 3
Week 6
2 Aug – 5 Aug Milestone Test 2
Term 4
Week 2
21 Sep – 22 Sep
29 Sep – 7 Oct
End-Of-Year
Examination
Assessment Period
Students will be dismissed from school after the last assessment paper for the day.
Parental
Involvement
Curriculum Timetable
Curriculum Timetable
Co-Curriculum Timetable
15 April (Fri)
Co-Curriculum Activities
Stand-Down
CCA will resume after Mid-Year Examination.
- Communicate with your child daily.
- Communicate with your child’s FTs and Subject teachers
to find out more about his/ her progress in school.
- Monitor your child’s learning, homework completion and
usage of digital devices.
- Guide your child to develop a routine that allows him/ her
to have ample revision time and rest.
Parental Support
- Encourage your child to take ownership of his or her
learning.
- Ensure that your child takes part in all school activities
such as Co-Curricular Activities and school events.
The 5 ‘A’s Approach
1st A Attendance
2nd A Attire
3rd A Attention
4th A Assignment
5th A Attitude
Guidance and Information
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eCareers.sg – Browse Occupations
Important Websites
ecareers.sg – https://ecareers.sg/G_Login_SG/ecareersLogin.asp
ITE – https://www.ite.edu.sg/
Enhanced Nitec Foundation Programme (eNFP) / 3 year Nitec programme –
https://www.ite.edu.sg/wps/portal/definitely-cut-off-points/
Coming up……
Sec 2 Experiential Camp 24-26 May 2016
THANK YOU
Q & A
Website http://www.tampinessec.moe.edu.sg/
Telephone 6783 5423