Meet-The-Parents Session 11 January 2019 6.00pm 8.00pm Time - - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

Secondary ry 1 Meet-The-Parents Session

11 January 2019 6.00pm – 8.00pm

Time Programme 6.00 – 7.00 pm  Address by Principal, Mrs Valerie Pinto  Briefings by:

• 1. Secondary 1 Year Head
• 2. HOD / PE&CCA
• 3. Tr-IC / Partnerships

7.00 – 8.00 pm  Meeting with Form Teachers (Classrooms)

Secondary 1 Assistant Year Head Ms Phay Su Hui Francy

Scope of presentation

• 1. Curriculum Structure
• 2. Subjects Offered
• 3. Assessment Matters
• 4. Sec One Enrichment Programmes
• 5. Discipline Beliefs

Curriculum Structure

Curriculum Structure in 2019

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Mon 7.35 am 7.45 am 1.50 pm 2.25 pm – 3.20 pm Humanities Tue 7.35 am 7.45 am 1.50 pm 2.25 pm – 3.20 pm Mathematics CCA starts at 3.30 pm Wed 7.35 am 7.45 am 1.50 pm 2.25 pm – 3.20 pm Science Thu 7.35 am 7.45 am 1.50 pm 2.25 pm – 3.20 pm English CCA starts at 3.30 pm Fri 7.35 am 7.45 am 12.35 pm 2.25 pm – 3.20 pm Malay Language CCA starts at 2.30 pm

Curriculum Structure 2019

• BV Reads starts at 7.20 am every morning
• Lessons are in 55 minutes
• A copy of the time-table will be uploaded to the school website
• To enhance student welfare in view of long school day:

– 35 minutes recess time – 15 minute Snack Break at 12.15 pm – 35 minutes lunch break after school before academic support

Attendance and Punctuality

• To support student learning and holistic development:

– Attendance in school including CCAs and school activities during term time is compulsory – Valid Medical Certificate or a Letter of Excuse (not more than 4 per term) from parents or guardians – Punctual for school, CCAs and school activities

Administration Matters

General Office School Term : 7.00 am to 6.30 pm (Mondays to Fridays) School Holidays : 8.00 am to 5.00 pm (Mondays to Fridays) Front Gate 6.30 am to 6.45 pm (Mondays to Fridays)

• No entry to vehicles during morning assembly from 7.20

am to 7.45 am Back Gate 6.30 am to 7.20 am (Mondays to Fridays) 1.40 pm to 2.45 pm (Mondays to Thursdays) 12.30 pm to 1.30 pm (Fridays)

Subjects Offered

Difference between Primary and Secondary School Subjects

No Pri Sch Subjects Sec Sch Subjects 1 English Language English Language 2 Mother Tongue Language Mother Tongue Language 3 Mathematics Mathematics 4 Science Lower Sec Science 5 Art Literature 6 Music Geography 7 PE History 8 Character & Citizenship Education Art 9 Social Studies Design & Technology 10 Food & Consumer Education 11 Music 12 PE 13 Character & Citizenship Education

Non-examinable

Assessment Matters

Grading System

Sec 1-4 Exp / 5NA Sec 1-4 NA MARKS GRADE MARKS GRADE 75-100 A1 75-100 1 70-74 A2 70-74 2 65-69 B3 65-69 3 60-64 B4 60-64 4 55-59 C5 50-59 5 50-54 C6 0-49 Ungraded 45-49 D7 40-44 E8 0-39 F9

Sec 1 Assessment Components and Weighting For Non-Modular Subjects*

Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 WA1 WA2 WA3 EYE 15 % 15 % 15 % 55 %

WA : Weighted Assessment, EYE : End-of-Year Examination

* Modular subjects: Sem 1: Design & Technology, Geography Sem 2: Food & Consumer Education, History

Types of Assessment

• Assessment is integral to the learning process
• Teachers will conduct formative assessments to check for understanding

throughout the term

• For non-modular subjects, only one Weighted Assessment (WA) is

conducted in each term (i.e Terms 1 – 3)

• For modular subjects, marks from each WA will be distributed within the

semester

• Marks from each WA and End-of-Year Examination (EYE) will be entered in

the MOE School Cockpit System for reporting

• Examples of WA include: Common Test, Project, Performance Tasks

Assessment Components for Various Subjects

• Information on Assessment Components will be shared to

all students by their subject teachers

• The weighting for each Weighted Assessment and End-of-

Year Examination will be clearly stated

• Assessment Components for various subjects can be found

in your child/ward’s subject file by the end of Term 1 Week 3 (25 January)

Promotion Criteria

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Minimum Requirements for Promotion Sec 1 Express

• Pass EL, AND
• Pass overall percentage

Laterally transferred to Sec 2 N(A) course No retention at Sec 1 Express Promoted to Sec 2 Exp No Yes

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Minimum Requirements for Promotion Sec 1 N(A)

• Pass EL and 2 other subjects

OR

• Pass in 4 subjects

Retention at Sec 1 N(A) Promoted to Sec 2 N(A) No Yes

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Can a child transfer from Normal (Academic) to Express stream and take the GCE ‘O’ Levels in 2022?

Yes Yes !!!!

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CRITERIA

• 70% or higher in the overall average for all

subjects and

• deemed able to cope with the more

academically demanding course Laterally transferred to a more academically demanding course

Setting Academic Goals

Page 24 of the 2019 Student Handbook

Sec One Enrichment Programmes

Enrichment Programmes

Objectives:

• 1. Support the core curriculum and provide students with

experiential learning opportunities

• 2. Support school’s efforts to provide holistic education to

students

Enrichment Programmes (SEM 1)

• 1. Spreading the Joy (4 Feb)
• 2. Level Camp (13 to 15 Mar)
• 3. Conversational Chinese/Malay (27 to 30 May)
• 4. Science Experiential Workshop (May)

KEY NOTES ABOUT DISCIPLINE

Sharing With Our Partners: Parents & Guardians

We Discipline Because We Care

Respect . Responsibility . Integrity . Service . Excellence

‘4P’ FRAMEWORK

Our Discipline Beliefs

We Discipline Because We Care

ACCOUNTABILITY

We Discipline Because We Care

We would like our students to take ownership of their development and make responsible decisions as a contributing member of the class and school.

• Contribute to a conducive learning

environment

• Contribute to a clean and hygienic

environment

• Contribute to a caring environment
• Seek help or advice when necessary
• There

will be consequences to inappropriate actions and behavior

ATTIRE & GROOMING

We Discipline Because We Care

We expect our students to look neat and be properly attired.

• Complete school uniform

(i.e. Name Tag, Shirt/Blouse, Pants/Skirt, Tie)

• Modifications to the uniform

is not allowed

• Neat overall appearance

i.e. Hair Styles and Hair Colour, etc.)

USE OF ELECTRONIC DEVICES

We Discipline Because We Care

LEARNING WITHOUT DISTRACTIONS

• Students are not allowed to use their mobile devices (Handphones,

Tablets) during curriculum hours (7.35 am to 1.50 pm) and after curriculum hours during academic support programme, structured revision and CCA. Such devices should be kept out of sight. Students can

• nly use it when their teachers require them to do so.
• For inappropriate use of mobile devices, the school may confiscate the

mobile devise as a disciplinary measure

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for the purpose

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• investigation. Once confiscated, the school may require the presence of a

parent/guardian before the confiscated device is returned to the student.

USE OF ELECTRONIC DEVICES

We Discipline Because We Care

Should you need to contact your child, you may contact our General Office at 6443 0563

We would hope to seek your cooperation to work with us in our efforts to inculcate good character traits in your child / our student.

LET’S WORK TOGETHER

We Discipline Because We Care

Student Handbook

• Every Bedok Viewan has a copy of the

2019 Student Handbook which parents may refer to for more information including: – Study Tips – Stress Management Tips – Services For Students – Examination Regulations – Examination Management Tips

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CCA Briefing

HOD PE & CCA – Mr Steven Su SH CCA – Mrs Lena Tiu

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CCA Objectives in BV

• 1. To provide students with a platform to discover their interests

and talents.

• 2. To progressively develop CCA-specific knowledge, skills,

values and attitudes through sustained participation in CCA.

• 3. To provide a holistic and balanced education for students to learn

core values, social and emotional competencies and the emerging 21st Century Competencies.

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CCA Objectives in BV

• 4. To emphasise social interaction by providing a common space for

friendships and social integration amongst students of diverse backgrounds.

• 5. To develop a sense of identity and belonging to the school.

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Clubs and Societies

Service Learning Club Infocomm Club

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Physical Sports

Badminton Boys Only Football Netball Girls Only Basketball Boys & Girls Track & Field

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Uniformed Groups (UG)

Girl Guides Girls Only NCC (Land) Girls NCC (Land) Boys Boys Only NPCC Boys & Girls

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Visual & Performing Arts Groups

Angklung Choir Concert Band English Drama Guzheng Modern Dance

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CCA Policy in BV

• CCA participation is compulsory for all students in secondary schools with at

least ONE CCA.

• Allocation of CCA is based on Interest, Talent and available resources.
• Attendance is compulsory and important.
• CCA activities will be suspended during Term 1 and 3 Common Tests, and 2

weeks before Semester 1 and 2 Examinations.

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CCA Policy in BV

• School will assess requests for a change of CCA from students in the

mandatory CCA on a case by case basis, and may allow for one change in CCA either at the end of Secondary One or Secondary Two.

• Students can only opt for a change at the end of each academic year.

Learning for Lif ife Programme Framework

A symbol for expansion and renewal From transmission ... to transactional ... to transformational

Good Values @ BV

For this Level Focus on these Values Sec 1 Respect & Responsibility Sec 2 Responsibility & Integrity Sec 3 Excellence & Service Sec 4 Integrity & Excellence Sec 5 Service & Respect

CCAs support the Desir ired Outcomes of Education

D.O.E What students can learn in CCA

Confident

Person

• Reflective thinking and appreciating own strengths, weaknesses,

interests and talents

• Adaptability and resilience in managing setbacks
• Good judgment and responsible decision-making
• Effective communication

Concerned

Citizen

• Appreciation and respect for own and other cultures
• Care and concern for others and awareness of role in making a

difference

• Forging bonds of friendship with others from different backgrounds

Active

Contributor

• Leadership
• Teamwork
• Taking initiative to benefit team and achieve shared goals

Self-directed

learner

• Skills and knowledge related to CCA
• Self-management skills to maintain physical, emotional and mental

well-being

• Perseverance when striving for improvement

Leadership Enrichment Achievement Participation Service

LEAPS 2.0 DOMAINS

– to recognise students’ holistic development

• LEAPS 2.0

– 4 domains has levels of attainment: 1 - 5 Participation Achievement Leadership Service

Participation Domain in LEAPS 2.0

At least 75% attendance each year

• Levels 1 – 4:
• Participation in a CCA for 2 to 5 years
• Levels 4 – 5:
• Continuous involvement in the same CCA for 4 or 5 years
• Levels 3 – 5:
• Exemplary conduct and active contribution in CCA with at least 3 years of

participation in any CCA

Achievement Domain in LEAPS 2.0

Representation

• Level 1:
• Represent class / house / CCA (Intra-school)

Representation/Accomplishment

• Levels 2 – 4:
• Representation school or external organisation in an event
• Accomplishment in an event represented
• Levels increase with no. of years of representation/accomplishment
• Level 5:
• Represent/accomplish Singapore / MOE / Singapore Schools / National Project of Excellence

(NPOE) / UG HQ in international UG competitions

Leadership Domain in LEAPS 2.0

Level 1:

• Completed 2 modules on leadership

Levels 2 – 3:

• National Youth Achievement Award:
• Level 2: Bronze
• Level 3: Silver and above

Levels 2 – 5:

• Recognition of progressive student leadership development

through leadership positions

Level 1 – 4: Highest level attained in either:

• Number of hours of service
• Number of VIA projects
• A combination of both

Level 5:

• VIA project:
• Student-initiated
• Impacts the community beyond the school

Service Domain in LEAPS 2.0

• LEAPS 2.0

– Enrichment domain complements the other domains for students’ holistic development – Will be recognised in School Graduation Certificate – Will not have levels of attainment

Co-Curricular Experience Basic Requirement for Level of Attainment in Domains Bonus Points Excellent 4,3,3,3 2 Good 4,1,1,1 3,2,1,1 2,2,2,1 1 Fair did not meet above criteria

Partnerships

Ms Nur Izyan Tr-IC / Partnerships

Positive parent engagement raises students’ ac academic ach achie ievements, increases motivation for learning, improves behaviour, promotes more regular attendance, and a more positive attitude about homework and school in general.

Parenting Skills Talk

• Triple P (Positive Parenting Programme)
• 1. Raising Resilient Teenagers (April)
• 2. Raising Competent Teenagers (May)
• 3. Getting Teenagers Connected (July)

Information for Parents

Parent Engagement in BV

• Volunteer speakers for

Career Seminar

• Mother’s Day Appreciation
• FAME Booth
• Open House
• Parent-Child bonding activities

Chairperson: Mdm Lim Siew Gek siewgeklim37@gmail.com

PSG Welcome Tea

Saturday, 19 Jan 2019 8.30 – 10.00am Design Studio

MEETING WITH FORM TEACHERS

Venue to meet form teachers

Block C

C4-04 C4-03 C4-02 C4-01

1/1 1/2 1/3 1/4

C3-02 C3-01

1/5 1/6

Thank You