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Parent Engagement Talk 10 March 2017

Scope of Presentation

• 1. General School Information
• 2. Level Specific Information

(Academic Matters)

GENERAL SCHOOL INFORMATION

Our Mission

To provide a well-rounded education in a nurturing environment to prepare Tampinesians for the future

Our Vision

A caring community of Learners, Thinkers and Leaders

Our Motto

“Betterment of Self for Society”

Our Values

Integrity Courage Adaptability Respect Excellence (I-CARE)

Values - What guides our decisions

Well-Rounded Education

Cognitive Aesthetics Moral Physical Social

Arts Exposure Arts Assembly Arts Festival

Learning for Life Programme (LLP) Creative Expressions

Learning Journeys

Quad-Copter Design

Maker Faire Tinkering Sessions 3D Pens

Applied Learning Programme (ALP) Creative Engineering

Solar-Car Design

New in 2017!

Sports & Games Uniform Groups Clubs & Societies Performing Arts Groups

Quality CCA Programmes

Seek assistance of parents to remind your child to attend CCA regularly.

Guangzhou Trip Humanities Hainan trip Student Leadership

Trips for International Experience

Macau Trip LLP - Aesthetics

Encourage your child to apply!

Project G.E.M.S for LOWER SEC N(T)

G.E.M.S (Grow, Experience and Motivate for Success) represents our efforts to grow confident and future ready N(T) students anchored on school shared values and vital life skills. Objectives: 1) Boost N(T) students to be confident for the future 2) Inspire N(T) students through different experiences 3) Equip N(T) students with different life skills 4) Instil school shared values and sense of belonging in N(T) students

• 1. ALP (Applied Learning Programme)
• 2. Exam Preparation Course
• 3. ICT Skills
• 4. LLP ( Lifelong Learning Programme)
• 5. Life Skills Workshop e.g. Social Etiquette
• 6. Motivational Talks
• 7. NE Visits
• 8. Sports e.g. Archery
• 9. Team Bonding Activities

10.VIA 11.Presentations and Reflection

G.E.M.S. Activities

Students in action for Project G.E.M.S.

Team Bonding Activity Visit to Zero Energy Building

Students in action for Project G.E.M.S.

Motivational Talk by Mr Hafiz

Students in action for Project G.E.M.S.

ICT Skills Archery

UPCOMING SCHOOL EVENTS

TPSS FIESTA

Date: 25 Mar, Saturday provided to your child. Date: 25 Mar, Saturday Time: 8.30am to 12.30pm For additional details, please refer to letter provided to your child.

Other Key Events for Term 2

• ARTS Festival

(T2W2)

• Awards Day 2017

(T2 W3 Tues, 4 Apr)

• Speech Day 2017

(T2 W3 Fri, 7 Apr)

• Student Leaders’ Investiture

(T2 W4 Tues 11 Apr)

Termly update letter will be provided to all parents through your child.

ENHANCED PASTORAL CARE NETWORK

Mr Aloysius Ong Sec 2 SDT Coordinator Form Teachers Ms Ho Lianshi Mr Ariff Discipline Heads Counsellors + AED (Learning & Behavioural Support) STUDENT

Support Structure

Routines and Expectations

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• ATTENDANCE

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• ATTIRE

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• ATTENTION

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• ASSIGNMENT

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• ATTITUDE

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Routines & Expectations Attendance

Daily Attendance

• Parent/Guardian must call General Office or Form Teacher

if child is absent.

• MC must be produced the day child comes back to school.
• Please provide documentation (letter or email) if child is

absent for private reasons (no more than 4 letters a semester)

• SNAAPP mobile app is used by the school to monitor

students’ attendance and communicate with parents – do log onto the app and switch on notifications!

Routines & Expectations

School Start Time

• 7.30am – Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
• 8.30am – Tuesday
• Please make sure that your child is punctual for school
• Seek parents’ partnership to ensure your child is on time and

present

• Please note traffic conditions around school in the morning
• If child is wilfully late, we seek your understanding that we

will discipline your child appropriately

Attendance

Routines & Expectations

School Timetable

• Posted online on school website
• URL: tampinessec.moe.edu.sg
• If there are updates/changes to timetable,

we will inform you and post online

• No changes to timetable for Term 2

Attendance

Step 1: Click

• n ‘Students’

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• n Students’

Timetable Step 3: Click

• n link to

download

Routines & Expectations Attire

School Attire

• Students must adhere to proper school attire and
• grooming. This includes hair cut and accessories as

well.

• School Uniform – Monday to Thursday
• Polo-T or School Uniform – Tuesday
• PE/CCA/Class Tee/Polo-T – Dress Down Friday

Routines & Expectations Attitude & Assignments

Attitude & Assignments

• Remind child to adopt a positive attitude towards

learning

• Parents can help to assist FTs in ensuring that your

child’s assignments are duly done and submitted

• n time

Routines & Expectations Handphone Policy

Reminders

• Handphone usage only allowed in HOD Foyer, GO

Foyer, Canteen & School Gates

• Please remind your child to exercise discipline and

use their handphone responsibly

BRINGING OUT THE BEST IN EVERY INDIVIDUAL

Scope of Presentation

• 1. General School Information
• 2. Level Specific Information

(Academic Matters)

Briefing Outline of Academic matters

• Education Progression and Pathways
• Sec 3 Subject Combination Exercise
• Academic Support
• Parental Involvement

Education Progression and Pathways

Secondary School Curriculum

Sec 1 Sec 2 Sec 3 Sec 4

Begin with the end in mind

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Educational Pathways after N-Levels

Pathways for N(T) Students

Institute of Technical Education

• The primary role of ITE is to ensure that its graduates

have the technical knowledge and skills that are relevant to industry.

• ITE is the national authority for the setting of skills

standards and the certification of skills in Singapore.

Institute of Technical Education (ITE)

For students with an aptitude for

hands-on learning

National ITE Certification (Nitec) Higher National ITE Certification (Higher Nitec)

Institute of Technical Education

• ITE is a main provider of career and technical

education and key developer of national occupational skills certification and standards to enhance Singapore's workforce competitiveness.

• More than 90 full-time Nitec and Higher Nitec courses
• 25,000 students

Applied Learning at ITE

• The ITE employs the latest technology and teaching

methods to ensure that its courses stay up to date and relevant to industry demands.

Applied Learning at ITE

• The numerous partnerships that the ITE has with key

industry players will lend immediate relevance to the skills picked up, preparing you for the working world.

Different Colleges. Different Niches

Entry into ITE 3 possible ways

After taking the N-level examinations – Enrol in a NITEC course After doing well for the N-level examinations – Opt for the Direct Entry Scheme (DES) to Polytechnic Programme (For NA Students) After taking the O- level examinations – Enrol in a Higher NITEC course (For Express or 5NA Students)

Computation of ITE Aggregate Points for NT

Normal Technical Grade ITE Aggregate Points A 1 B 2 C 3 D 4 U 5

Nitec Course College Aggregate Cutoff Entry Requirements Grade Aerospace Avionics ITE College Central 6 a) Mathematics b) 2 others subjects A - D or 1 - 5 Finance Services ITE College East 10 a) English b) 2 other subjects A - D or 1 - 5 Digital Audio and Video Production ITE College East 9 a) Mathematics b) 2 other subjects A - D or 1 - 5

Examples of Entry Requirements for 2017 Nitec Courses

More Examples of Entry Requirements for 2017 Nitec Courses

Nitec Course College Aggregate Cutoff Entry Requirements Grade Info- Communications Technology (Cloud Computing) ITE College East 15 a) Mathematics or Science b) 2 other subjects A - D or 1 – 5 Visual Effects ITE College Central 12 a) Mathematics or Science b) 2 other subjects A - D or 1 – 5 Nursing ITE College East 15 a) English b) Mathematics c) 1 other subject A - D or 1 – 5 Electrical Technology (Power & Control) ITE College East 12 a) Mathematics b) 2 other subjects A - D or 1 - 5

SEC 3 SUBJECT COMBINATION EXERCISE

Objectives of Sec 3 Subject Combination Exercise

• To offer subject combinations that develop students'

potential, based on their interest and ability in learning the subject.

• To meet students’ post-secondary aspirations.

Considerations for Subject Offerings

1. Subject requirements and options for Junior College, Polytechnic and ITE courses. 2. Students’ interests and abilities (based on analysis of students’ performance, and teachers’ & students feedback). 3. Availability of school resources.

Sec 3 Subject Combination Exercise Process

1. All students are offered subjects based on consideration of merit (overall sec 2 performance), interest and aptitude (relevant sec 2 subjects) 2. Subject is offered when there is a minimum class size of 8 students, depending on the nature of the subject.

SUBJECT COMBINATION FOR SEC 3 NORMAL TECHNICAL

3 Normal Technical (6 Subjects) Tentative

Subject no 6 subjects 5 compulsory subjects 1 2 3 4 5 English Language Basic Mother Tongue Language Mathematics CPA Science 1 Elective subject 6 EBS D & T Music

Subject Combination Exercise Timeline

Mid-Year Exam Subject Combi Exercise Briefing End-of- Year Exam Subject talk Online Subject Combina

• tion

Exercise Release of Subject Combination Exercise Result and Appeal May (Term 2 Week 6) 28 July (Term 3 Week 5) October October October November

Criteria for Lateral Transfer from 2NT to 2NA – Overall Average for all subjects ≥ 70 Criteria for Lateral Transfer from 3NT to 3NA – Overall Average for all subjects ≥ 70

Lateral Transfers

ACADEMIC SUPPORT PROGRAMMES

Stretch & Boost Program (SBP)- selected pupils

Boost Programme: –Programme for subject teachers to provide academic support to enable students to work towards their academic targets. Stretch Programme: –Programme to stretch students’ academic potential, and to expose them to more academic experiences and opportunities.

Homework Policy

The purpose of assigning homework to students is to help them consolidate their learning and to adequately prepare them for the next stage of their learning.

Assessment Structure

CA1

[15%]

SA1

[25%]

CA2

[15%]

SA2

[45%]

MST 1 Class test 1 Mid-Year Exam MST 2 Class Test 2 End-of-Year Exam

MCs are to be submitted if students are absent from assessments

Assessment Period

Term/Week Date Event

Term 2 Week 1,2 20-29 March Class Test 1 Term 2 Week 7,8 26-28 Apr 1-9 May Mid-Year Examination Term 3 Week 6/Week 8 31July -3 Aug 14 Aug-15 Aug Milestone Test 2 Term 4 Week 3,4,5 28 Sep – 29 Sep 4 – 12 Oct End-Of-Year Examination

Parental Involvement

School Information

Parental Support

• Communicate with your child daily.
• Communicate with your child’s FTs and Subject teachers to

find out more about his/ her progress in school.

• Monitor your child’s learning, homework completion and

usage of digital devices.

• Guide your child to develop a routine that allows him/ her to

have ample revision time and rest.

• Encourage your child to take ownership of his or her

learning.

• Ensuring that your child takes part in all school activities

such as co-curricular activities and school events.

Parental Support

Guidance and Information eCareers.sg

eCareers.sg – Browse Occupations

ecareers.sg – https://ecareers.sg/G_Login_SG/ecareersLogin.asp ITE – https://www.ite.edu.sg/ Enhanced Nitec Foundation Programme (eNFP) / 3 year Nitec programme – https://www.ite.edu.sg/wps/portal/definitely-cut-off- points/

We look forward to partnering you as we work together in achieving the desired student

• utcomes for your child!

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(3) Scan the QR code on the left and complete the online form Thank you.

Thank you!