Secondary 3 Meet-The-Parents Briefing Slides

Secondary 3Meet-the-parents session30 May 2013, 7.00 p.m.

RegistrationWelcome by PrincipalSchool Programmes by Vice PrincipalStudent Matters by Sec 3 Year HeadForm Teacher – Parent Interaction Time

Programme

Welcome & staff updatesMdm Tay Siok Hwa

Principal

• Every Teacher, a Caring Educator• Every Student, an Engaged Learner• Every Parent, a Supportive Partner

(MOE Work Plan Seminar 2012)

Every School, a Good School

School ProgrammesMs Agnes Teo

Vice-Principal

• A holistic education balances academic results and character development

• We have:• Structured programmes to help students learn• Counselling and guidance to provide support and help when needed

• The partnership between parents and the school plays a key role in ensuring

that students are cared for

Together We Care and Grow

Outline1. Niche Status

2. Anchoring English Learning

3. Target Setting

4. Common Tests

5. Structured Remedial

6. Teacher-Student Interaction Time

7. Promotion Criteria

8. Year End Bridging Programme

9. Homework Policy

Niche Status• Niche area of excellence:

Fostering 21st Century Competencies and Values through Design Thinking

• A methodology, and a mindset, to problem-solving powered by deep understanding of people’s needs and wants

• Participants translate observations into insights, and insights into products and services that will improve lives

Fostering 21CC and Values• acquire keen skills of Observation & Inquiry• form skills of Analysis and Choices• develop Empathy• foster Teamwork• nurture Creativity• build Confidence• imbue Humility• cultivate Responsibility

Direct School AdmissionDirect School Admission – Secondary

DSA-Sec Programme

• Students with creative abilities and keen interest in design activities

• Admission to Secondary One in 2014.

• Skills in Reading, Listening, Writing• Consistent and sustained language use• DEAR: Drop Everything And Read

• Tue & Thu, 0735-0800

• DEAL: Drop Everything And Listen• Mon, Tue & Thu, 0725-0730

Anchoring English Learning

• Clear academic targets for each examination subject

• Specific strategies and behaviours• Sustained monitoring, regular work

Target Setting

Challenge PlanEL: Don’t understand the text

Jot down the definitions of words/phrases in EL journal that I don’t understand and apply them in written/spoken contexts

• Every Wednesday, 7.45 – 8.30 a.m.• Schedule posted on school website and class noticeboard

• Objectives:• Inculcate consistent study habits, build momentum in work

• Reinforce the culture of learning• Lower disruptions to classroom teaching

• Included in Continual Assessment results

Common Tests

Structured RemedialDay Subject

Monday Mathematics

Wednesday SciencesThursday Mother Tongue Languages /

Humanities

Friday English Language / Craft & Technology / Principles of Accounts

• Objectives:o Build quality relationships - takes time and efforto A safe environment for sharing

• Every Tuesday and Thursday, 7.35 – 8.00 a.m.o Every Form Teacher meets a student from his/her respective class

o The other students are involved in DEAR

Teacher-Student Interaction Time

Promotion CriteriaLevel / Stream Criteria

3 Normal TechnicalGrade 5 or better in 2 subjects, one of which should be EL or Math

3 Normal Academic

Grade 5 or better ina)EL & 2 other subjects ORb)4 subjects

3 Express Grade 6 or better in EL and 2 other subjects

• Objective:• Better prepare students academically for Secondary 4

• 23 Oct - 6 Nov 2013• Compulsory for all Sec 3 students

Elective Modules for 3N students• 23 Oct – 29 Oct 2013

• Schedules will be posted on school website

Year End Bridging Programme

Homework Policy• Use of class noticeboard and student handbook

• Prompt submission of homework• Holiday homework: 5% CA• Guidelines:

Level Mon-Fri Mon-Sun

LS 4-6 hrs 5-7.5 hrs

US 6-8 hrs 7.5-10 hrs

* School holidays: Not more than 50% of the daily load

Student MattersMr Peter Yeo

Sec 3 Year Head

HOD / Mathematics (covering)

Outline• Key areas of development• Importance of CCA• Looking ahead• Strategies to help• Communication with parents

Key areas of development• Academic

• Depth, rigour and application• Assessment formats (practical, coursework etc)

• CCA• Greater responsibilities and expectations• Character Development

Key areas of development• Time management

• Learn to prioritise and meet deadlines

• Distractions• Relationships with their peers• Gaming and social media

LEAPS

Please refer to the Student Handbook for details

CCA GradesNo. 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

•For 4E & 5N students• CCA grade can be used for MI admission, but not for JC, Poly or ITE

• JC, Poly or ITE: CCA bonus points can be used to improve overall aggregate for gaining entry to JC, Poly or ITE

Importance of CCA

• You can help!• Ensure 100% attendance• Participate actively!

• CCA helps!• Responsibility• Leadership• Resilience• Health• and many more……..

Importance of CCA

Time Programme

Oct 2013 Semestral Assessment 2

23 Oct to 6 Nov ’1323 Oct to 29 Oct ‘13

Sec 3 Bridging ProgrammeSec 3N Elective Modules

6 Nov 2013 O-level Mother Tongue Examinations (for students taking HMT)

Jan to Feb 2014 Registration for National Examinations

April 2014 CCA stand-down

June 2014 O-level Mother Tongue Examinations

Aug 2014 onwards Preliminary and National Examinations

Looking ahead

•Set goals and monitor progress•Good time management between work and play

•Good sleeping habits

Strategies to help your child

• SMS - Short Messaging System• Termly Letters• Hua Yi Connection• School Website

Communication with parents

Access to Learning Management System(LMS)

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Your child’s NRIC no.For ID & Password

Learning Management System

32

Parent Support Group33

•Fill in the Parents’ Survey & Feedback form to help us plan good programmes to meet your needs and expectations

•Email us at hyss@moe.edu.sg and send us your queries/suggestions

Parent-School Partnership

We are here to help!• Sec 3 Year Head• School Counsellors• Please contact the FTs or Year Head when you have any queries or concerns• Email: yeo_yong_heng_peter@moe.edu.sg

• School contact:• Tel: 6563 4568• Email: hyss@moe.edu.sg• School website: www.hyss.edu.sg

Thank you!