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Hua Yi Secondary School

Meet-The-Parents Session

15 February 2013

Secondary One


Secondary One 2013 Cohort

• Express Stream• Total Number of Classes : 4

• Normal (Academic)• Total Number of Classes : 2

• Normal (Technical)• Total Number of Classes : 1



SCHOOL VISION


SCHOOL MISSION

To nurture our students to be creative, independent, confident learners

who are gracious, humble and responsible citizens,

prepared for the challenges ahead.


SCHOOL MOTTO

仁义智群

Together we care and grow.


SCHOOL VALUES

仁Benevolence

义 Justice

智 Wisdom

群 Togetherness


Benevolence ( 仁 )• A Hua Yian aspires to be kind and generous

– Be kind to others; demonstrate graciousness; have respect for others and be civic-minded

Justice ( 义 )• A Hua Yian aspires to uphold integrity and treat others with fairness

• Observe fair play, and have respect for authority, and uphold integrity


Wisdom ( 智 )• A Hua Yian aspires to lead by principles.

– Discriminate right from wrong; make informed and responsible decisions; cultivate independent life-long learning skills and persevere in the face of challenges.

Togetherness ( 群 )• A Hua Yian aspires to understand and serve the community wholeheartedly.

- Learn to grow together in harmony regardless of race and religion, and appreciate and preserve the unity and diversity of a multicultural society


Student OutcomesHYSS Student Outcomes

Mission CreativeIndependent life-

long learnersConfident

Hua Yians are adept at solving problems

Hua Yians love learning

Hua Yians think critically in a

rapidly changing world

Values WisdomWisdomJustice

WisdomJustice

21st Century student

outcomesSelf-directed learner

Self-directed learner

Confident person


Student OutcomesHYSS Student Outcomes

Mission CreativeIndependent life-

long learnersConfident

Hua Yians are adept at solving problems

Hua Yians love learning

Hua Yians think critically in a

rapidly changing world

Values WisdomWisdomJustice

WisdomJustice

21st Century student

outcomesSelf-directed learner

Self-directed learner

Confident person

Gracious HumbleResponsible

citizens

Hua Yians are socially

appropriate

Hua Yians are respectful and

polite

Hua Yians act on their conviction

that society comes before

self

BenevolenceJustice

TogethernessWisdom

BenevolenceJustice

TogethernessWisdom

BenevolenceJustice

TogethernessWisdom

Active contributorActive

contributorConcerned

citizen


School Programmes and General Information

Ms Agnes Teo

Vice Principal


Developing the Hua-Yian

Dimensions & Outcomes

1 CognitiveMotivated and independent learners; innovative and practical problem-solvers

2 PhysicalPhysically fit with skills, aptitude and attitude to maintain a healthy lifestyle




3 AestheticAbility to communicate thoughts, ideas and feelings through visual and performing arts

4 Social & MoralHas a social conscience, moral integrity and a sense of national identity




5 LeadershipEffective leaders and good role models; ability to inspire others to try new and untested endeavours

6 MoraleInterests, inclinations and aspirations are catered for, and satisfied within the school


Promotion Criteria

Course Criteria

Sec 1 ExpSec 2 Exp

Pass in EL anda 50% average of the total for all subjects

Sec 3 Exp Grade 6 or better in ELand 2 other subjects


Promotion Criteria

Course Criteria

Sec 1 N(A)Sec 2 N(A)Sec 3 N(A)

Grade 5 or better in a)EL and 2 other subjects, orb)4 subjects


Promotion Criteria

Course Criteria

Sec 1 N(T)Sec 2 N(T)Sec 3 N(T)

Grade 5 or better in 2 subjects, one of which should be EL or Maths


Promotion Criteria

Course Criteria

Sec 1 Exp Pass in EL and a 50% average of the total for all subjects

Sec 1 N(A) Grade 5 or better in a)EL and 2 other subjects, orb)4 subjects

Sec 1 N(T) Grade 5 or better in 2 subjects, one of which should be EL or Maths


English Language

• Skills in Reading, Listening, Writing

• DEAR : Drop Everything And Read

• DEAL : Drop Everything And Listen


DEAR

Every Tuesday and Thursday, 7.35 – 8.00 a.m.


DEAL

Monday, Tuesday & Thursday, 7.25 – 7.30 a.m.


Common Tests• Every Wednesday, 7.45 – 8.30 a.m.

• Schedule posted on school website

• Objectives:– Inculcate good, consistent study habits

– Build examination skills

– Streamline tests set by different departments and subjects


Common Tests• Students with a valid MC will be

required to sit for a re-test, marks capped at 70% of total marks

• Included in Continual Assessment results

• Progress Reports in Mar and Sep• Mid Year Exam Report in May• End-of-Year Exam Report in Nov


Assessment Weighting

Continual Assessment

Semestral Assessment

Semester EXP / N(A)

N(T) EXP / N(A)

N(T)

I 15% 20% 25% 20%

II 15% 20% 45% 40%

Overall 30% 40% 70% 60%

Total 100%


Target Setting


Target Setting

• The process of setting targets enables students to determine what they want to achieve

[academic targets]

• By knowing what they want to achieve, they determine what they need to focus on and how to improve

[behaviours]


Target Setting

Challenge Plan

Maths: Don’t understand some methods

Ask my Maths teacher how to better handle such questions and revise 1 hour a day


Target Setting

Challenge Plan

Chinese: Don’t recognise a number of words

Give myself regular spelling tests every Saturday


Learning Beyond the Classroom

• Inter-department and integrated learning

• Learning Journeys to:– Peranakan Museum (C&T & MTL &

Humanities departments)

– Water Trail @ MacRitchie (Science & Maths departments)


Form Teacher – Student Interaction Time

Every Tuesday

and Thursday

7.35 – 8.00 a.m.


CCA Matters

Mr Cheong Kit Kee

HOD PE & CCA


• To prepare students to face current and future challenges by equipping them with life-skills such as communication skills, decision making skills and innovative & entrepreneurial skills.

OBJECTIVES


• To prepare students to live in a dynamic and vibrant society while instilled with strong moral values and positive social attitudes.

• To prepare students to live a healthy lifestyle by equipping them with the necessary knowledge and skills.

OBJECTIVES


Guiding Principles

•Build Character, Team Spirit and Responsibility•Be broad-based with Opportunities to Specialize•Be Responsive to inculcating National Values & Skills•Promote Social Integration

MOE CCA Framework


•All students must have a CCA

•All students are expected to be actively involved in CCA

•Students with attendance less than 75% will not be given any CCA point for that year

School CCA Policy


MOE’s CCA Grading Scheme

Leadership

Enrichment

Achievement

Participation

Service

LEAPS


LEAPS

Please refer to the Student Handbook for details


LEAPS Example 1Category Descriptor Points

Leadership Captain – 3 years 3 3

Enrichment 6 modules (minimum) 3 3

Achievement•Representation Inter-School – 3 years 4 7

•Attainment NYAA – Bronze/Silver 2

•Accomplishment Qualified for Nationals 1

Participation Sports – 4 yearsIntra-school – 3 years(2 activities, every year)

43 7

Service Values in Action 3 3

Total A2 23


LEAPS Example 2Category Descriptor Points

Leadership UG – Sergeant 4 4

Enrichment 6 modules 3 3

Achievement•Representation Inter-Unit Competition 2

4•Attainment NYAA – Bronze/Silver 1

•Accomplishment Best Unit Award – Bronze/Silver 1

Participation UG – 4 years 4 4

Service VIA 3 3

Total B3 18


No. of points Grade Bonus

25 & above A1 2

20 – 24 A2 2

16 – 19 B3 1

13 – 15 B4 1

10 – 12 C5 1

08 – 09 C6 1

04 – 07 D7 0

01 – 03 E8 0

GRADES


• All CCAs

– are held on all weekdays except Tuesdays

– start at 3.35p.m. and end latest by 6.05p.m. on weekdays

• Information on the various CCAs and practice time is available at our school website – www.huayisec.moe.edu.sg

CCA Schedule


Conclusion:

1. Provide a holistic education for all.2. Develop the potential of the child to

the fullest.3. Require support of parents to

ensure that the child attends CCA regularly.


School Health Advisor Programme

Ms Nur Baeyah

Student Health Advisor (SHA)


Who are we?

• The Student Health Advisor (SHA) Programme is jointly administered by MOE and the Health Promotion Board

• SHAs are based in selected schools to provide health advice and counselling. We also work with the school to provide customised health promotion activities and programmes


Our ProgrammesOur programmes include: •Nutrition counselling for targeted students•Smoking prevention and cessation programme•Provide health education to students with medical or chronic health conditions •Monitor attendances for referrals made by School Health Service Team to ensure students receive appropriate follow up at the Student Health Centre(HPB)


Sessions with Student Health Advisor• Health counselling may be conducted individually or

in groups in school

• Frequency and duration of counselling sessions may vary according to individually needs

• May arrange for follow-up session(s) or updates on student’s health issues


Sessions with Student Health Advisor• Counselling sessions will be conducted either during

their meal breaks or after school hours

• All information relating to the students and shared during the counseling sessions will be kept strictly confidential


What do we do?

Interactive Activities

Customised Health Talks

Health Promotion Events


I am available on….Hi, I am, Ms Nur Baeyah and I am your Student Health Advisor

I am located at: Level 4, Wellness Centre

I will be in Hua Yi on every:

Monday & Tuesday: 8.30am – 5pmAlternate Wednesdays: 8.30am – 5pm


How to make an appointment? • The student may inform the teacher that

he/she would like to meet up with the SHA.

• Approach the SHA directly for an appointment (walk in).

• An appointment slip will be given to the student


Contact

• Subject Teacher Contact List by class

• General Office Tel : 65634568

• Email : [email protected]

• School website : www.huayisec.moe.edu.sg


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