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PRIMARY 1 ORIENTATION

2020

Programme for the Morning

Time Item 8.15am Arrival 8.30am Introduction of Key Personnel and Primary 1 Teachers 8.35am Address by Principal 9.15am Important Information (Ms Faiqah and VPA) 9.30am Admin Matters 10.00am End of Session

School Leaders

Key Personnel

Primary 1 Teachers 2021

Principal’s Address

Miss Cheong Hwee Khim

FOUNTAIN OF KNOWLEDGE HEART OF GOLD

School Vision

The imagery of the Fountain of Knowledge connotes continuous flow, suggesting infinity. This imagery recognises that knowledge is not static; it does not stand still; rather, it flows continuously, especially so, with the evolving landscapes of the world. Fountain also connotes ‘source’. As we continue to navigate the current and future landscapes, we will and should become the source or creators of new knowledge ourselves. This stems from our belief that our students are not empty vessels waiting to be filled up with

• knowledge. We believe that our students, in their pursuit of

knowledge, can also become creators of new knowledge in their own journey of discovery. So, in FPPS, we seek to develop the attitudes and dispositions of all our students to be confident lifelong learners who can learn, unlearn and relearn, and have the adaptability to create new knowledge in their own learning experiences.

Fountain of Knowledge

A Confident Person who is to learn, learn, unlearn, relearn

Curiosity

Be Interested to Learn

Humility (in learning)

Be Open-minded

Adaptability

Be Creative, Innovative and Resilient

Reflectiveness

Be Able to Learn from Experience

Motivation

Be Able to Work Towards a Goal

Heart of Gold

A caring leader who is able to listen, empathise, serve

The chemical symbol of gold, Au comes from ‘aurum’ the Latin word for gold, which means morning glow or shining Dawn. This understanding of the word gold is useful to help us understand what it means by Heart of Gold. Indeed, we want every student in the school to grow their hearts to become what gold is to the

• world. We want our students to be the morning glow, the first light

at the break of dawn to everyone around them, at work, at play and at home by living out our FPPS GRAIN values, particularly the values of graciousness and integrity. Our students will treat

• ne another with graciousness in words and in deeds, always be

kind and gentle in spirit, and ready to listen, understand the needs of

• thers and serve others and the community.

Graciousness

Be Courteous and Considerate

Responsibility

Be Responsible to Self, Family and Nation

Adaptability

Be Creative, Innovative and Resilient

INtegrity

Be Honest and Committed in Words and Deeds

Create Opportunities, Accept Challenges, Nurture Character

SCHOOL MISSION

FPPS Dance Club

CHALLENGE THE LIMITS

SCHOOL MOTTO

What parents can do…

“By experiencing failure and adversity, researchers have found, is a critical part of building character….. Based on research, adults who had experienced little or no adversity growing up were actually less happy and confident than those who had faced a few significant setbacks or hurdles in childhood.”

PREPARING OUR CHILDREN FOR LIFE

When we shield our children from every possible adversity – when parents call their teachers to get an extension on a project, or drive into school with something they have forgotten and the school allows it – we are denying our children these character-building experiences.”

PREPARING OUR CHILDREN FOR LIFE

TE:D

1 to 1 Programme

• Launches at Primary 3
• Integrating technology and learning with

student-owned devices.

A few more important points…

MUTUAL TRUST

WORK CLOSELY WITH US…

Help your child to relate to others

We want your child to be confident, respectful and have integrity when interacting with others.

• How parents can partner us:
• Understand that relating to others is part of

your child’s learning in school. Work together with the school to fully understand and support the teacher in helping your child to respect differences and resolve disagreements

• Trust the school’s processes in resolving

disagreements and misunderstandings between students

Working with the school to know and support your child

We want to develop and strengthen mutual understanding, respect and trust between the school and parents for the benefit of your child

• How parents can partner us:
• Stick to these official modes of

communication, as far as possible, not withstanding emergencies. Ask teacher for the best way to contact her

• Contact teachers during school operating

hours (7.30am to 5.30pm)

A Mother’s FB Post

Thank you

See you in 2021…

Some Admin Matters

Ms Faiqah Teacher in-charge of P1 Student Matters

School Expectations

• Pupils are expected to
• Abide by school and class rules
• Attend school every day
• Be on time for school
• Absence from school must be

covered by a medical certificate with a registered doctor

• Only twice a term will parents’

letter of explanation be accepted

When your child is unwell

• r injured

while in school…

• Form Teachers/General Office staff

will contact parents/guardians

• Parents/Caregivers are required to

fetch your child home from school

• Parents/Caregivers to register at

the school’s Security Post before heading to the General Office to pick your child

Establishing School Rules and School Expectations

We establish school rules because

• School is committed to nurturing a safe and supportive learning

environment for every pupil

• Pupils must learn to make good choices so that they can make their
• wn school experience and also that of other pupils a joyful and

meaningful one.

• Pupils also develop self-discipline and sound decision-making skills

which are essential for success in life.

We believe that

• Every pupil can make good choices
• Every pupil is responsible for their choice of actions
• Every pupil needs to understand that wrong choices may lead to

misbehaviours which lead to learning consequences

• Every pupil has the right to learn without disruptions
• Every pupil has the right to feel safe in school
• Everyone must be respected at all times

Details of School Rules can be found in the Pupil Learning Log (Handbook) when it is available for you and your child.

• Wear the prescribed school uniform and modification to the

uniform is not allowed.

• PE attire should be neatly tucked in, during PE lessons.
• Be neatly groomed at all times (hair and nails etc.).
• Personal or religious adornments, accessories or any

jewellery pieces (rings, bracelets, necklaces, fancy watches and earrings etc.) are not allowed.

• Wear only plain full black canvas shoes without white or

coloured trimmings or designs.

• Wear full black socks which are at least 3cm above the

ankle.

Attire and Grooming

Attire and Grooming

Pupils must be in school uniform at all times when reporting to school for lessons or for other activities

• rganised by the school.

Name Tags Below School Crest

PE Attire

Tee-shirt should be tucked in neatly

• Pupils must wear full black canvas shoes and black socks

Acceptable Black Shoes and Socks

• Clean full black canvas shoes
• Designer black shoes are discouraged
• Clean full black socks (NO ankle socks) – 3cm above ankles

• Pupils must switch off their mobile devices during curriculum

time (pupils are not encouraged to own a mobile phone)

• Pupils can only use their mobile devices to contact caregivers

after lessons at the canteen or office disciplinary actions will be taken for unauthorized use of mobile devices

• Parents will need to meet teachers to collect the mobile devices

Use of mobile devices¹ - do not need to

• wn any but if they really should have

¹Including, but not limited to, mobile phones, tablets, laptops, smart watches and devices capable

• f recording videos and pictures

School Hours

Morning Assembly Recess (40 min) In-ClassBreak (10 min) School Ending Time 7.30 a.m. 9.30 a.m. 11 – 12 noon 1.30 p.m.

• Be in school preferably by 7.20 a.m.
• Allow your child to settle in before lessons commence
• Inculcate the good habit of punctuality
• Inculcate the good reading habit, we have set aside time for students to

read from 7.20 a.m. to 7.30 a.m.

• Bring a storybook every day

First 3 Days of School

School Hours 8.00 a.m. to 12 noon (7 Jan onwards, 7.30 a.m.) Recess 9.30 a.m. to 10.10 a.m.

• Pupils taking the school bus will only

be dismissed at 1.30pm.

• A buddy will be assigned to your child

for 2 weeks during recess time

In view of COVID-19

Parents will not be able to enter the school on the first 3 days of school in the morning and during recess as well

Arrival and Dismissal Arrangements (Walk or by Public Transport)

Arrival

• Main Gate (Gate 1), Gate 4 and Gate 7 are accessible for arrival in the

morning.

• Gates close at 7.30 a.m. sharp when the morning flag raising ceremony

begins Dismissal

• Arrange with your child the gate to meet him at dismissal. You may drop
• ff or pick up your child from Gate 4 or Gate 7.
• Please be punctual to pick up your child.
• Should you be late, and Gate 4 and Gate 7 are closed, please sign in at

the security guard post located at the Main Gate (Gate 1) and proceed to the General Office to pick up your child.

Arrival and Dismissal Arrangements (by private transport)

Arrival

• If you drive, you may drop off your P1 child by 7.30 a.m. at the car porch latest via

the Main Gate (Gate 1). Be early as there is usually congestion.

• The Main Gate is closed at 7.30 a.m. sharp.

Dismissal

• You should pick up your child at the car porch via Main Gate (Gate 1) or at Gate 7 at

1.30 p.m.

• If you use Gate 1, please be mindful that there will be school buses in the school
• compound. Look out for the yellow box. Drive with extra care.

Arrival and Dismissal Arrangements (by private transport)

Additional Information

• Gate 4 is a high human traffic point, and it is not advisable

for drop off or pick up by car for younger children (P1 & P2).

Main Gate (Gate 1) along Farrer Park Road

Drop-Off and Pick-Up Point through Main Gate (Gate 1)

Drop-Off/Pick-Up Point (Gate 4)

Along Farrer Park Road

Vehicle Drop-Off/Pick-Up Points available

Drop-Off/Pick-Up Point (Gate 7)

Along Gloucester Road Vehicle Drop-Off/Pick-Up Points available

Mdm Lee, Vice-Principal (Admin)

What is Parents Gateway?

• Parents Gateway
• a mobile app
• connects parents and schools on key administrative matters,
• allows schools
• to send updates on programmes and activities to parents, and
• for parents to perform administrative functions such as providing

consent for their children to participate in school activities.

• Who can access Parents Gateway?
• Access to Parents Gateway is granted to parents and legal guardians of

students studying in MOE schools in Singapore.

• You will need your SingPass to access Parents Gateway.

Downloading Parents Gateway Mobile App

• Open the Apple App Store or Google Play Store app on your mobile phone.
• Search for the ‘Parents Gateway’ mobile app.
• Download and install the app on your phone.
• Enable ‘Allow Notifications’ to receive push notifications.
• Note: Supported OS Versions include:

Android 5.0 or later & iOS 8.0 or later

• If I have more than 1 child, do I require multiple accounts?

No, you do not need multiple accounts. You will be able to access all your children’s information through a single platform on Parents Gateway, even if your children are attending different schools.

• Do I need to log out every time I use Parents Gateway?

You will have to remain logged in to receive notifications of announcements and consent forms from your child's school similar to common mobile apps like Instagram and Facebook. If you choose to log out of your Parents Gateway app [Profile > Log Out], you will stop receiving any notifications for new announcements and consent forms until the next time you log in.

Downloading Parents Gateway Mobile App

Parents Support Group

Objectives

• Support your child to enrich

his/her learning in school

• Support the school in

developing our pupils holistically

• Support the teachers in

bringing out the best in our pupils

• Support other parents in the

parenting journey

How can you contribute?

Attend and support school events

How can you contribute ?

• Provide constructive

feedback

• Offer professional or

personal expertise

• Suggest workshops for

parents.

To volunteer with our parent support group

You may scan the QR code to indicate your interest using your mobile now.

http://tinyurl.com/PSG2021P1

We also strongly encourage

Do you have any questions for us?

Thank you!

See you in 2021!