primary class briefing - ministry of education
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Primary <1 Galileo>Class Briefing
ByMs Fiona Ho
Ms Lim Soo Liam
Welcome
< 1 Galileo>
In line with the school’s motto inInspiring Excellence, we areintroducing the famous historicalcharacter, Galileo Galilei, to thestudents of 1 Galileo.
Introduction of teachers
Student Development Team
Mrs Melanie LauAsst Year Head (P1/2)
Subject Name of
Teacher
Email DID
P.EMs Josephine
[email protected] 65087-279
ArtMs May Lim [email protected] 65089-459
MusicMr Byron Luo [email protected] 65080-662
Chinese
Ms Fiona Ho [email protected] 65087272
Malay Siti
Norrulhudha
Bte [email protected] 65087-320
Eng/
MathMs Lim Soo
[email protected] 65089-453
My Philosophy in Education
Each child is unique.
Every child is a future leader.
I believe every child can learn and want
to learn.
Vision
Mission
Value
s
Curious Minds, Caring Hearts, Creative Spirits
To develop the whole child to be a force of good in the world
Respect, Responsibility, Resilience, Integrity, Care, Harmony
Inspiring the Palm View way…
Palm View Challenge• School-wide programme designed along different learning
experiences aimed at developing student’s life skills andvalues.
• By the end of six years, students are provided holisticdevelopment opportunities in the areas of cognitive,physical, social and moral domains.
• Students at every level are challenged to complete different tasks, each carefully designed to develop in them desirable dispositions for the 21st century.
English Language
Department Programmes & ActivitiesTerm 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4
Phonics Programme
Little Theatre Speech and Drama Programme
Shared Book Approach (SBA)Extensive Reading (ER)
Explicit teaching of Grammar, Oracy skills
PWIMPicture-word-induction Method
English and Math Carnival
Modified Language Experience Approach (MLEA) Writing
Mathematics
Department Programmes & Activities
Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4
English & Math Carnival
Math @ River Safari (Virtual)
Learning Experience Activities
Learning Support for Mathematics
Math@RiverSafari (Virtual)
EL & Math Carnival Week
Mathematics Learning Experiences
Mother Tongue Languages
Key MTL Department Approaches
• Emphasis on listening and speaking skills
• Arouse interest in the learning of Mother Tongue
Languages through games, stories and drama
• Cultivate habits for reading
Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4
Lunar New Year Celebration
Reading Programmes
Hari Raya Celebration
Reading Programmes
MTL Fortnight
Speech & Drama programmes/Showcase
Reading Programmes
Mid Autumn & DeepavaliCelebration
Reading Programmes
Department Programmes
Art and Music
Holistic Assessment
• Portfolio Assessment• Rubrics-based
Music Curriculum OverviewLevel Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4
P1 Singing with
body
percussion
Singing with
percussion
instruments
Singing with
Movement
Singing with
movement and
percussion
instruments
P2 Singing with
Boomwhackers
Ensemble work
with
Boomwhackers
Singing and
Improvisation
with instruments
Singing and
Improvisation
with instruments
Physical Education
P.E. Syllabus
P1 & P2• Sports & Games (Fundamental Movement Skills)• Gymnastics• Dance• Outdoor Education• Health Education
Learning Objectives Semester 1 Semester 2
Games & Sports1.Demonstrate a range of motor skills in rolling, catching, and throwing a variety of objects
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Gymnastics2.Perform a gymnastic sequence of two different movements with smooth transition
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Dance3.Perform a structured dance to the music ‘Chan Mali Chan’, and repeat with modifications to timing (i.e. unison, take turns)
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Outdoor Education4.Move across a variety of ground surfaces in a familiar environment safely and confidently
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Physical Health and Fitness5.Acquire a range of personal safety practices in school, at home and when using the road6.Demonstrate good health practices (drinking water, food choices and physical activities) and habits in personal care (eye care and UV-protection) and hygiene
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Total Assessment Tasks 3 3
Parent’s Involvement
• Schedule time for outdoor play
• Spend time with them exercising, playing games and enjoying the outdoors.
Character and Citizenship Education
Form Teacher Guidance Programme (FTGP)
The FTGP is designed with activities for pupils to acquire skills that will help them to:- better understand themselves (Self-Awareness);- learn ways to manage themselves (Self-Management);- better understand their family and friends (Social Awareness);- learn ways to work with their family and friends (Relationship Management) - make appropriate and responsible decisions (Responsible Decision Making)
During FTGP• Explicit teaching of social and emotional competencies • Team-building games and birthday celebrations to enhance bonding amongst students.• Teacher-Student Interaction (TSI) to foster better teacher relationship with their
students through one-to-one interaction.
Fact 3
The quick brown fox jumped over the lazy dog. The quick brown fox jumped over the lazy dog.
FTGP is
for the explicit
teaching of values,
career guidance and
cyberwellness
Fact 1
The quick brown fox jumped over
the lazy dog. The quick brown fox
jumped over the lazy dog.
Objective of FTGP is to
build a
positive teacher-
student relationship
FTGP is
Interaction Activitiesfor meaningful play among the form teachers and students
FTGP is
Teacher-Student Interaction for meaningful one-to-one interaction between teacher and student
FTGP is
Social Emotional Learning (SEL)Based on the programmes for Explicit Teaching of SE Competencies
Building Student Morale
• Best Class Award
• Model Student Award
• Force For Good Award
Programme for Active Learning (PAL)
• Exposure to varied and fun learning experiences in four domains:
Sports and Games, Outdoor Education, Performing Arts and Visual Arts.
• Learning of socio-emotional competencies such as respecting others and responsible decision making.
• Nurtures confidence, curiosity and cooperation skills in students.
Modules for PAL and Enrichment
PAL Enrichment (School-based initiative to provide students withopportunities to discover their talents and passion)
Drama Clay Modeling
Visual Arts Creative Dance
Outdoor Education
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PAL is part of the curriculum and offered during curriculum time.
General Information for Parents
School Safety and Security• Visitors are not allowed to go beyond the General Office
unattended. • Please obtain a security label at the Security Post before making
your way to the General Office. The staff at the General Office will assist you.
School Rules and RegulationsAttendance and Punctuality:• All students are expected to be punctual for school. Students who are not present
during attendance-taking at 7.30 a.m. will be considered late for school.
• Students arriving after 7.30 a.m. will have their names and classes recorded down. Students who are habitually late will receive an advisory letter. A student’s conduct grade may be affected if he/she receives more than 3 advisory letters from the school.
• A student who is absent from school will need to provide a medical certificate to certify that he/she is unfit for school. Letters from parents will only be accepted for reasons such as early dismissal from school for good reason.
School Rules and RegulationsAttendance and Punctuality:
• Students are not allowed to leave the school during school hours unless there is a valid reason such as illness.
• Permission to be away from school during term time must be sought from the school leaders. Parents are to fill in the ‘Informing School of Child’s Absence During Term Time’ form which must be submitted to the General Office.
School Rules and RegulationsPolicy on Mobile Devices (e.g. mobile phones, tablets, smartphones, smartwatches)
• Students are not encouraged to bring mobile devices to school.• Parents/guardians can complete and submit the Permission to Bring a Mobile
Device to School Form to the Form Teacher for permission. • Fresh requests must be made every year.• Students with approval must switch off their mobile devices during curriculum
time. The mobile devices can only be used for communication before and after school hours and outside the school premises.
Class routinesA) Proper School Attire
B) Packing of school bag Pencils Eraser Ruler Colour pencils Glue School books Student diary Story book Water bottle
Class Routines
1) Homework Policy- All homework will be recorded in the Student Diary - Students are expected to write their homework in the diary
themselves- Homework will be collected the following day unless otherwise
stated
Class Routines 2) Silent Reading:
Bring a storybook daily to schoolMonday, Tuesday and Wednesday – English book
Thursday and Friday – Mother Tongue book
3) Temperature takingBring a working thermometer to school daily
Class Routines4) Spelling Days
English: Tuesday Mother Tongue: Friday5) Spelling
Spelling books to be signed weekly6) Return of worksheets for signature
English: after every unitMathematics: after every chapter (look out for parent’s signature stamp)
Worksheets would be filed and returned
Class Routines 7) Discipline:Consequences for persistent incomplete and late work and other behavioural issues– call to parents
Parent’s Involvement in Child’s Learning
1. Communicate with your child about his/her school experience on a daily basis
2. Check your child’s student diary and homework file daily3. Encourage your child to learn life skills, not just skills
pertaining to academics 4. Praise for effort, not ability (Growth Mindset)
Partners-in-education Giving children the best support is a shared
responsibility between home and school
Communication
Reply to Correspondence,• Within 3 working days for general matters.• For concerns requiring further investigation or
consultation – on a case-by-case basis
