Principal Meets Parents Secondary 2

Agenda

• MOE Directions

• School Strategic Direction

• Sec 2 Programme

• Theme for 2017

• Key Challenges • Disruptions to economy

• Rise of radicalism and terrorism

• New fault lines

• Our Responses • Refresh our effort to strengthen

the Singapore Spirit

• Enhance students’ intrinsic motivation and Entrepreneurial Dare by fostering Joy of Learning

MOE Directions

Survival

Driven

• 1959 – 1978

Ability-Based,

Aspiration Driven • 1997 – 2011

Skills/Capital-

Intensive

Knowledge-Based

Innovation-Driven

Industrialisation

Changes in tandem with our nation’s economic development

Student-Centric,

Values Driven • 2012 onwards Efficiency

Driven • 1979 – 1996

Our education system has been evolving

to prepare our children for the future

Strengthening

the

Singapore Spirit

Appreciating our Singapore story

Building authentic experiences that impact &

connect

Co-constructing our Singapore together

Joy of Learning could look like …

• Engaged Learning

Focuses on interactions between teacher and student

During lessons and co-curricular experiences

Engages students’ head, heart, hands

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• Supportive Environment and Culture

Focus on learning process, rather than

results – for both teachers and students

Opportunities for self-learning,

exploration in non-graded settings

Space to try new things, explore interests, fail, reflect

Do our graduates have “Entrepreneurial Dare”?

14%

18%

20%

54%

56%

73%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80%

OTHER TECHNICAL

BUSINESS SKILLS

SUCCESSFUL JOB

EXECUTION

BUSINESS PLANNING &

MANAGEMENT SKILLS

DEMONSTRATED

LEADERSHIP QUALITIES

GLOBAL OUTLOOK

STRATEGIC THINKING /

DEVISING CREATIVE

SOLUTIONS

As you recruit Singaporean

executives/managers, which skills are

in the shortest supply?

Source: American Chamber of Commerce (Singapore) – SG50 Commemorative Report

"The way to do it is to keep the academic rigour but build in our students the X-factor - that entrepreneurial dare."

"It's a mindset. An attitude of wanting to do better, find break-throughs, of wanting to innovate. If I were to use a Hokkien word, it would be chiong, not a reckless chiong, but taking into account the risks involved and doing it anyway."

What is Entrepreneurial Dare?

Our Desired Outcomes

Confident Person

- Thinks independently

- Communicates

effectively

- Has good inter-

personal skills

Self Directed Learner

- Takes responsibility for

own learning

- Questions, reflects,

perseveres

- Uses technology

adeptly

Concerned Citizen

- Is informed about world

and local affairs

- Empathises with and

respects others

- Participates actively

Active Contributor

- Exercises initiative and

takes risks

- Is adaptable, innovative,

resilient

- Aims for high standards

Desired Outcomes

of Education (Revised 2009)

The school crest is formed by the letter M for Meridian Secondary School and is designed with two

adjoining peaks to represent the unity of Coral Secondary School and Siglap Secondary School.

The peaks stand tall and exude strength in solid foundations.

The silver, blue and green colours symbolise Innovation, Leadership

and The Arts.

The silver peaks symbolise an innovative environment to cultivate creative thinkers.

Supporting the silver peaks are two pillars in blue and green which retain the heritage of both

schools.

The first pillar in blue symbolises Leadership and the other in green symbolises The Arts.

Together, they represent the strength and unity of Meridians to reach new heights.

School Vision and Mission

School Vision

Joyful Learners, Creative Thinkers, Compassionate Leaders

School Mission

To nurture in Meridians inquiring minds and caring hearts for their pursuit of excellence

School Vision

Joyful Learners , Creative Thinkers , Compassionate Leaders

We want to nurture Meridians to become :

Joyful Learners who are self-motivated, have a strong sense of curiosity, take delight in learning and strive for excellence.

Creative Thinkers who are imaginative, inquiring, analytical and innovative.

Compassionate Leaders who can empathise with others, and take the initiative to lead changes.

School Mission

To nurture in Meridians inquiring minds and caring hearts for their pursuit of excellence

Inquiring minds ask questions and seek answers constantly (JL, CT)

Caring hearts empathise and take actions to improve the lives of others (CL)

Pursuit of Excellence refers to continuous efforts towards attaining one’s best.

School Values – RICH

Resilience

Integrity

Compassion

Humility

School Values – RICH

Resilience – A person who is resilient has emotional strength and perseveres in the face of challenges. He manifests courage, optimism, adaptability and resourcefulness. Integrity – A person of integrity upholds ethical principles and has the moral courage to stand up for what is right. Compassion – A person who is compassionate acts with care and kindness. He contributes to the betterment of the community and the world. Humility – A person who is humble demonstrates respect and the willingness to learn and serve others.

School Motto

Unite to Reach

New Heights!

Post-Secondary School Tracks

4 MAIN TYPES OF TRACKS

1. Junior Colleges (JCs) or Millennia Institute

3. Institute of Technical Education (ITE)

2. Polytechnics

Prepares students for the GCE ‘A’ level examination

Trains students with relevant skills for the workplace in a knowledge-

based economy.

Equips students with technical knowledge and skills relevant to the

industry.

4. Private Schools & Institutions (LaSalle/NAFA etc)

Curriculum is determined by the school and alternative options are

provided for students

Express Stream Options

Based on a student’s Sec 4 O-Level exam he/she could…

enrol in a Junior College or Millennia

Institute (A-Level)

enrol in ITE (Higher Nitec). Possibility of

entering Poly if he/she does well enough

enrol in a Polytechnic (diploma)

enrol in NAFA or LaSalle (unique arts

programmes)

“Top 10% of the

cohort: Enrol in a 1-

year Poly

Foundation

Program.”

S4 NA S5 NA

“Take the O-level

exam one year

later if ELMAB3

<=19.”

“11-30th% of the cohort: Enrol in a 2-year Higher Nitec course at ITE which leads to the Polytechnic” (DES-to-

Poly)

Normal (Academic) Journey

“Enter ITE to read

Nitec courses, which

progess to Higher

Nitec courses.”

Normal (Academic) Options

After the release of the Sec 4 N-Level results students can:

Normal (Technical) Options

Normal (Technical) Journey

S1NT S4NT “After N-Level

a)enter ITE (Nitec courses)

b)laterally transfer to S4N(A) if

students do well

- At Sec 1N(T) to Sec 2N(A)

- Sec 2N(T) to Sec 2N(A)

- Sec 3N(T) to Sec 3N(A)

- Sec 4N(T) to Sec 4N(A)

Possible entry points into N(A) stream :

Pathways available for N(T) students

GCE N-Level Exam – N(A) and N(T)

2 year ITE

NITEC

Polytechnic

University

Degree

2 year ITE

Higher NITEC Pre-requisite grades attained

Pre-requisite grades attained

Pre-requisite grades attained

Working World

Where there’s a Will, there’s a Way

1. Singapore’s education system is broad-based to ensure holistic development but yet flexible and diverse to meet the needs of everyone

2. Find the best fit education pathway to suit the student’s needs, abilities and learning styles

3. There are multiple pathways to success

Where there’s a Will, there’s a Way

Sec 2 Express Promotion & Lateral Transfer

Criteria Status

Pass in EL Pass in overall percentage of all subjects combined

Promoted to Sec 3 Express

Not met minimum attainment

Transferred to Sec 3 Normal Academic

Sec 2 NA Promotion & Lateral Transfer

Criteria Status

70% or higher in the average of all subjects and deemed able to cope with the more demanding course

Eligible for Lateral Transfer to Sec 3

Express

Minimum attainment

• Pass in EL and 2 other subjects, OR

• Pass in 4 subjects

Promoted to Sec 3 Normal Academic

Not met minimum attainment Retained in Sec 2NA

Sec 2 NT Promotion & Lateral Transfer

Criteria Status

Minimum of 70% in the overall percentage of all subjects combined and deemed able to cope with the more demanding course

Eligible for Lateral Transfer to Sec 2NA

Minimum attainment

• Pass in 2 subjects, one of which should be EL or Mathematics

Promoted to Sec 3 NT

Not met minimum attainment Retained in Sec 2NT

Co-curricular Programme

Date Events

January Sec 2 Level Camp

Ongoing Co-curricular Activity (CCA)

Ongoing Values in Action Projects

Ongoing National Youth Achievement Award (NYAA)

Guiding Principles • Values and Character Development • Inculcation of National Values and Skills • Promote Social Integration

Importance of CCA

• CCA is compulsory

• Every student to participate in 1 CCA

• 2nd CCA requires approval

• Complete at least 2 modules of each domain in Character Development Programme (CDP)

• Participation in School Activities (e.g. Cross Country) is compulsory

• Participation considered for Conduct Grade

LEAPS

L - Leadership

E - Enrichment

A - Achievement

P - Participation

S - Service

Encourage and motivate young people between the ages of 14 and 25 to develop personal qualities of self-reliance, perseverance and a sense of responsibility to oneself, society and nation.

• Level of Awards - Bronze, Silver, Gold for different age groups

• 5 Requirements • Service

• Adventurous Journey

• Skills Development

• Physical Recreation

• Residential Project

Home-School Partnership Help to reinforce that child

• Maintains scholarly image and behaviour

• Attends school regularly and punctually

• Is engaged meaningfully after school hours

• Stays focused and persevere

• Maintains healthy lifestyle and stay fit

• Attends CCA

We encourage students to study in school -

their home away from home – and use school facilities

No loitering in public in school uniform

• Work with and support the teachers

• Always communicate and clarify with teachers when there are concerns

• Allow teachers to focus on professional work to help students as much as possible

• Work together to bring out the best in the students

Parent-Teacher Collaboration

Communication

• School Termly Letter

• Mass SMS

• School Website / Facebook / Instagram

• Principal Meet Parents (Term 1)

• Parent-Teacher Conference (May/Oct)

• Email to School Leaders / Year Heads / Key Personnel / Home Teachers / Subject Teachers

• Teachers: Refer to Handout

• Call the school number 65831387

• Parent Support Group Meetings

Theme for 2017

Unite to Reach New Heights!