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Primary 4 Meet-the-Parents Session

22 February 2019

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Programme

• 1. Introduction
• 2. Curriculum Briefing
• 3. Observations
• 4. Level Programmes
• 5. Subject-Based Banding
• 6. School-Home Partnership

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School Vision:

Empowering Mind, Engaging Heart, Extending Hands School Mission: To nurture confident and self-directed learners who are keen to serve

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To recognise each child as an individual and help him achieve his personal best

Our Philosophy

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Youth of Character Keen to Serve School Motto

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Care Respect Responsibility Integrity Resilience Excellence School Values

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Learning for Life Programme (LLP) CREATE @ YCKPS

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A 3-tier ACE approach will be deployed: Tier 1 – Awareness and Appreciation of the Arts Tier 2 – Capacity and Competencies development Tier 3 – Excellence in the Arts

CREATE@YCKPS

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Tier 1 – Awareness and Appreciation of the Arts

• PAL Programme (P1 to P2)
• Art and Music (P1 to P6) Curriculum
• Theatre Exposure Programme
• Museum Education Programme

CREATE@YCKPS

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Tier 2 – Capacity and Competencies Development

Towards the end of Primary 2, students are talent scouted for entry into various CCAs. Among the 14 CCAs available in school, 7 are Performing Arts and Visual Arts: (1) Handbell (2) Angklung (3) Chinese Dance (4) Malay Dance (5) Indian Dance (6) Choir (7) Art Club Students of these CCAs are exposed to a greater level of learning, involvement and exposure in the Arts in order to stretch and develop their ability in each of their specialised areas.

CREATE@YCKPS

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Tier 3 – Excellence in the Arts

Selected students who have been identified to have a greater capacity

• f talent and creativity, will be

provided platforms to further develop and refine their skills. This is done through putting up external performances and exhibitions in collaboration with various external agencies.

CREATE@YCKPS

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Applied Learning Programme (ALP)

ESTEM@YCKPS

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ESTEM@YCKPS

Environmental STEM-based

applied learning at YCKPS

Focus: Environment & Sustainable Living

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Science Technology English Mathematics

with Values-in-Action(VIA) and Education & Career Guidance (ECG)

ESTEM@YCKPS

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Utilising a problem-based learning approach which leverages S.T.E.M. and integrating with

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disciplines for students to learn more about environment and sustainable living.

ESTEM@YCKPS

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Tier 1 - Awareness about the Environment

Students will understand the vulnerabilities of the environment through assembly talks, assembly shows, Earth Day activities, PAL lessons and Learning Journeys.

ESTEM@YCKPS

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Tier 2 - Connecting with the Environment

P4 to P6 Environmental Project Work (EPW) Problem-based approach where students co-construct their understanding of real-life problems with their peers

ESTEM@YCKPS

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Tier 3 - Extending Learning

Students with greater interest and aptitude will further enhance their ESTEM@YCKPS experience through additional activities and at external platforms.

ESTEM@YCKPS

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CURRICULUM BRIEFING

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Transiting from P3 to P4

• From Learning to read (in P1 to P3) to Reading to learn
• Learning bigger concepts and making connections to real world
• Higher academic demands along with cognitive development

(content coverage, conceptual understanding, length of assessment papers & questions of higher order thinking)

• Greater opportunities for collaborative learning and fostering of

teamwork (eg. EPW, P4 Camp)

• Subject-based banding at the end of P4

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ENGLISH LANGUAGE

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STELLAR TELLAR

STrategies for English Language Learning And Reading STELLAR aims to strengthen both language and reading skills as well as promote a positive attitude towards reading in the foundational years. Broad Strategies:

• Shared Book Approach (SBA)
• Supported Reading (SR)
• KWL
• Modified Language Experience Approach (MLEA)
• Writing Process Cycle (WPC)

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• Drop Everything And Read (DEAR) Programme
• Morning Silent Reading & Silent Reading Periods

KE KEY FO FOCUS: US: rea eadin ing

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Components Item STELLAR Learning Sheets C’mon Supplementary Worksheets Dark Purple Ring Folder Narrative Writing – Theme-based writing

• n 1-3 pictures

Writing File (light purple) Spelling/Dictation Exercise book/activity sheets Oral & Listening Comprehension Book

P4 EL L key y wo work k deliverables liverables

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Examination Components Key Focus Paper 1: Continuous Writing (20 marks)

• Narrative: Writing based on the given theme and with 1, 2 or

3 of the random pictures provided.

• Narrative to be at least 120 words. Interesting and coherent

content/plot line with sound expression through descriptive vocabulary. Paper 3: Listening Comprehension (14 marks)

• Listening for gist and detail in the following:
• Picture Matching; Picture Sequencing; Listening for Info:

Note-taking; Listening for Info: Passage – MCQ Paper 4: Oral Communication (20 marks)

• Reading Aloud – Based on pronunciation/articulation,

fluency and expressiveness. (10 marks)

• Stimulus-based Conversation – Examiners engage the

candidate in a conversation – with accurate grammar and vocabulary structures – on a theme broadly related to the passage and picture. (10 marks) *The candidate is assessed on his/her ability to engage in a sustained conversation.

Key Focus

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Examination Components Components Paper 2: Language Use (50 marks) Vocabulary: MCQ Grammar: MCQ Grammar Cloze (1): Fill-in-the-blank (personal pronouns) (60-70 words) Grammar Cloze (2): Fill-in-the-blank (subject verb agreement) (60-70 words) Transformation and Synthesis Editing for Spelling and Grammar Comprehension OE 1 (200-220 words) Comprehension OE 2 (220-300 words)

Key Assessment Focus

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• Vocabulary
• Comprehension Open-ended (OE)
• Synthesis
• Continuous Writing
• Stimulus-based Conversation

General Areas of Weakness

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• Activate child’s interest – Go to the library
• together. Show/give your child books about their

special interests or hobbies. Allow your child to choose books to read and reread. TIPS FOR PARENTS: READING & SPEAKING

• Teach your child to select and read texts at his/her level:

reading texts that are too difficult can be frustrating; texts that are too easy are not challenging.

• Set aside time for your child to read every day – at least

30 minutes a day.

• Read to and with your child or have your child read to
• you. Encourage your child to talk about books that

he/she has just read (ie. story/characters etc.)

• Suggesting that your child give a different ending to the

story read.

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• Model the use of Standard English when communicating

with him/ her. Do not attempt to correct their mistakes by repeating their mistakes. Model the right language instead.

• Read and write notes/messages in front of your child. Let

them have ample writing opportunities as well.

• In addition to doing worksheets and assessment books,

English language learning requires frequent exposure to listening, speaking, reading and writing opportunities and activities. TIPS FOR PARENTS: READING & SPEAKING

• Provide

ample English language reading materials at home. Introduce your child to a variety

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texts (e.g. game instructions, recipes, comic books, catalogues, toy advertisements, magazines and newspapers etc.)

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• Time management – With only 50 min in the

examination to complete the writing, it is important to manage time well. Let your child go through TIMED practice at home.

• Encourage your child to jot down good

vocabulary/phrases and apply them in their writing.

• Scan this QR code below to access tips to

reinforce good writing with your child: TIPS FOR PARENTS: WRITING

Primary 3 Primary 4

• Writing: Based on the given theme and

with 1, 2 or 3 of the random pictures which are loosely linked thematically.

• At least 100 words;
• Content: Generally simple and direct plot

idea development with sound expression through descriptive vocabulary required

• Writing: Based on the given theme and with

1, 2 or 3 of the random pictures which are loosely linked thematically.

• At least 120 words;
• Fewer helping words
• Content: More room for plot idea

development with greater coherence and sound expression through descriptive vocabulary required

• Language Mastery: 2 x Comprehension OE
• Examples of comprehension skillsets:

cause and effect, identifying main idea, compare and contrast etc.

• Language Mastery: 2 x Comprehension OE

which are nominally greater in length

• Require more inferential, higher-order

skillsets (ie. evaluative and provision of evidence to justify inferences etc.) Oral: Apart from reading aloud, greater emphasis on students’ ability to engage in stimulus- based conversation through more thorough development of ideas supported by accurate grammar and vocabulary structures.

TRANSITION FROM P3 TO P4 – KEY DIFFERENCES

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MATHEMATICS

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Topics to be covered for the year

• Numbers up to 100 000

(Include 4 operations)

• Mixed Numbers & Improper fractions
• Addition & subtraction of fractions
• Time
• Area & Perimeter
• Angles

Primary 4 Mathematics Syllabus

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Primary 4 Mathematics Syllabus

(New) Topics to be covered for the year

• Factors and Multiples
• Decimals
• Rectangles & Squares
• Symmetry
• Tables & Line Graphs

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Assessment Type Format and Rigor of assessment CA2 (Term 3)

• Section A: 8 Multiple-choice
• Section B: 11 Short-answer
• Section C: 3 Long-answer
• Duration: 1 h 15 min
• Marks: 50

SA1 (Term 2) & SA2 (Term 4)

• Section A: 15 Multiple-choice
• Section B: 15 Short-answer
• Section C: 5 Long-answer
• Duration: 1 h 45 min
• Marks: 80

Primary 4 Mathematics Assessment

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Transition from Primary 3 to 4

Areas to look out for

• Learn how to solve 3-steps word problems

instead of 2-steps word problems

• Learning and application of new heuristic skills to

solve word problems involving whole numbers, fractions, decimals, time

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What is expected of your child

• To be clear of all topics, especially

these challenging ones:

• Fractions
• Decimals
• Area & Perimeter
• 3-steps word problems (for Whole

numbers)

• Understand what the word problem is

testing and using the most appropriate method (heuristics)

• Fluent in addition, subtraction,

multiplication and division of numbers

Common Difficulties

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How can parents help

• Encourage child to draw model in order to

better understand the word problems

• Revise and test multiplication tables

regularly

• Test mental calculations by getting child to

add, subtract, multiply and divide mentally

Common Difficulties

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Areas for parental support:

• Read and write numbers up to 100 000

in words and numerals

• Multiply and divide using

multiplication tables

• Add and subtract decimals (up to 2

decimal places)

• Tell time to the seconds
• Know the four cardinal directions:

north, south, east and west

• Encourage child to draw model to

solve word problems

Primary 4 Mathematics Syllabus

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SCIENCE

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P4 Science Topics

Cycles

• 1. Life Cycles of Some Animals
• 2. Life Cycles of Plants
• 3. Matter

Energy

• 4. Light and Shadows
• 5. Heat and Temperature

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P4 Science Exam Format

Continual Assessment (CA2) Booklet Item Type Number of Questions Marks A Multiple-choice 14 28 B Open-ended 6 to 7 22 Total Marks 50 The duration of the paper is 1 hour. Semestral Assessment (SA1 and SA2) Booklet Item Type Number of Questions Marks A Multiple-choice 28 56 B Open-ended 12 to 13 44 Total Marks 100 The duration of the paper is 1 hour 30 minutes.

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Tips for Parents

• Spend time with child

– use everyday situations for exploration and to stimulate curiousity – bring child to places of interests for varied learning opportunities – support child in doing scientific investigations

• Encourage child to read

– magazines or non-fiction books related to science to increase knowledge and improve communication skills

• Challenging topics: Light and Shadows, Heat and

Temperature

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Tips for Students

• Learn spelling of key words
• Understand key concepts
• Read textbooks, workbooks, worksheets/booklets,

and Science Journals

• Improve answering techniques – answers must be

based on scientific concepts

• Take a more hands-on approach
• Ask when in doubt

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• Observing
• Comparing
• Classifying
• Using apparatus and

equipment

• Communicating
• Inferring
• Formulating hypothesis
• Predicting
• Analysing
• Generating possibilities
• Evaluating
• Creative problem solving
• Decision-making
• Investigation

Science Skills and Processes

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MOTHER TONGUE LANGUAGES

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Mastery of 4 Macro Skills

Listening Speaking Reading Writing Language Use

Vocabulary Grammar Reading with Understanding

Approach

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Primary 4 Assessment Components

SA Component Weighting Listening Listening Comprehension 10% Reading and Speaking Oral (Reading Passage, Picture Description & Conversation) 30% Writing Paper 1 – Composition 15% Reading and Language Use Paper 2 (Vocab, Grammar, Comprehension) 45%

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Primary School Mother Tongue Languages (MTL) Curriculum

Listening

• Listening to instructions in Mother Tongue

Language.

• Select the correct picture and response.
• Listening comprehension practices in their

activity books.

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Speaking

• Expressing their thoughts through conversation

section in the MTL textbook.

• Conversation section in oral.

Primary School Mother Tongue Languages (MTL) Curriculum

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Reading

• Able to read aloud and pronounce words,

sentences.

• Read with good intonation.

Primary School Mother Tongue Languages (MTL) Curriculum

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Writing

• Learn to write a full composition based on a

4 pictures. Language Use

• Building of Vocabulary, Grammar and

comprehension skills.

Primary School Mother Tongue Languages (MTL) Curriculum

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Working in Partnership with Parents

• Encourage

your child to share what they words/content learnt for the day with you. This will not only help reinforce what he or she has learnt, but also creates a good opportunity for family bonding.

• Use
• nline

resources to revisit content and vocabulary taught. Making use of online platform to build their reading.

• Bring your child to the library or bookshops to

cultivate a reading habit.

• Make use of objects in your environment such as

road signs and advertisements to engage your child in MTL conversations.

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Transition from P3 to P4

• Oracy includes expressing their thoughts through

conversation with the teacher.

• Write a full composition at the end of the year based
• n 4 pictures when the requirement was to write only
• ne paragraph at P3.
• Interactive writing component as one of the

comprehension question. This can be in the form of writing an email, letter, sms, invitation card, or others.

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ART AND MUSIC

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School-based Module Digital Painting using iPad Compulsory Museum-based Module to National Gallery

Art t Instr truc uctional tional Pr Programme amme

Art Techniques Drawing, painting & using IT tools to assemble objects and create artworks Research & Processing Skills Observe objects, people and environment closely Thinking Routine Compass Points

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Semester One (Term 1 and 2) Semester Two (Term 3 and 4)

• Distinguish visual qualities in

what they see

• Demonstrate eagerness to find
• ut more about art
• Draw from their observation

and experience

• Present their own ideas and

consider others’ ideas in artworks and through art making

• Share their artworks, intentions

and art making processes with

• thers
• Ask questions and gather

information to make meaning of what they see

• Explore and discover different

ways to use materials and tools to make art individually and with

• thers
• Talk about Singapore and

international artworks and artists

• Present their own ideas and

consider others’ ideas in artworks and through art making

• Share their artworks, intentions

and art making processes with

• thers

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Music c Instr tructional uctional Pr Programme amme

School-based Module Cajon

Music Skills Time signature Rhythm- Ti-ka-ti Appreciation of music World music (Korean, Japanese, Indonesian and Philippines)

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Semester One (Term 1 and 2) Semester Two (Term 3 and 4)

• Perform Music in both

instrumental and vocal settings, individually and in groups

• Listen and Respond to Music
• Appreciate Music in local and

global cultures

• Understand musical elements

and concepts

• Perform Music in both

instrumental and vocal settings, individually and in groups

• Create Music in both

instrumental and vocal settings, individually and in groups

• Listen and Respond to Music
• Appreciate Music in local and

global cultures

• Understand musical elements

and concepts

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION

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Physical Education

The purpose of PE is to enable students to demonstrate individually and with others the physical skills, practices, and values to enjoy a lifetime of active, healthy living.

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Co-Curricular Activities

Football (Boys) Angklung Visual Arts Scouts Football (Girls) Choir Info Comm Club Brownies Volleyball (Girls) Handbell Athletics Malay Dance Indian Dance Chinese Dance

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National Physical Fitness Award (NAPFA)

• As an educational tool in the Physical Health

and Fitness component in PE

– Assess level of fitness of students – Evaluate fitness programmes

• Consists of the following test items:

Sit-ups Standing Broad Jump Sit & Reach Inclined Pull-up 4 x 10m Shuttle Run 1.6km Run-Walk

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P4 Camp

• Objectives:

– Develop teamwork – Display of school values – Extension of school’s OE curriculum

• Date & Venue

– 5 July 2019 – YCKPS & Hougang Primary (High elements)

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Junior Sports Academy (JSA)

What is it about?

• MOE’s provision for students with higher

abilities in the physical domain

• Provide opportunities to develop sporting

strengths and passion

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Junior Sports Academy (JSA)

General Territorial- Invasion Net-Barrier / Wall Striking-Fielding / Target Gymnastics Sailing Swimming Taekwondo Track and Field Wushu Basketball Flippaball Floorball Football Netball Badminton Table Tennis Tennis Volleyball Fencing Shooting Softball Tenpin Bowling

• A 2-year programme which comprises of Sports

Modules and Sports Education Modules

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CARING FOR THE WELL-BEING OF OUR CHILDREN

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Breakfast

• Most important meal of the day for children

with growing bodies and minds.

• Come early to school canteen for breakfast

before 7.15am.

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Snack Time

• There will be a snack time at 12.00p.m.
• Providing this meal break would ensure that

students are not too hungry between recess at 9.40a.m. and lunch after school dismissal.

• Students will be allowed to have their snack in

class during lesson time.

• Students should bring only healthy snacks for

their snack time.

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Acceptable items

• Biscuits
• Bun (e.g. red bean bun)
• Bread
• Sandwich
• Cereal (small box)
• Dried fruit
• Energy bar

(e.g. muesli or oats bar)

• Slice of cake (without cream)
• Fruit (e.g. apple or banana)
• Raisins
• Nuts
• Cheese slice/stick
• Carrot/Cucumber stick
• Small packet of Milo/Milk

Unacceptable items

• Fried Food
• Rice, porridge and noodles
• Sweets
• Chocolate bar
• Tidbits (e.g. Potato Chips)

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Limit Use of Electronic Gadgets

• Excessive use of electronic gadgets is addictive
• Regulate

use (No.

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hrs/time

• f

the day/fulfilment

• f

conditions)

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total withdrawal of usage

• Classified as mental illness
• “Gaming Disorder”

(WHO 2018)

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Example: Limit use of Electronic Gadgets

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Permitted Use of Electronic Gadgets Out of Bounds Usage Out of Bounds Usage

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Excessive use of Electronic Gadgets:

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Possible Effects:

• 1. Early onset or worsening of myopia
• 2. “Text Neck” – Head, neck, shoulders strain

(abnormal spinal development)

• 3. Lack of development of social skills or

social withdrawal

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Bonding Time with Children

• Research has shown that healthy parent-

children relationships lead to adults who regulate emotions effectively, manage stress, be more capable of problem solving and have higher self-esteem

• We have a happy child in the end

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LEVEL PROGRAMMES

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Key Objectives

• Support Teaching & Learning process
• Develop values, 21st century skills and

social-emotional learning (SEL)

• Provide authentic learning experiences
• Relate learning to real-world contexts and make

sense of the learning

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Level Programmes

Term 1

• Learning Journey to

Road Safety Community Park

• Learning Journey to Gardens By The Bay

and The Sustainability Gallery

• Code for Fun

Dates will be provided in termly calendar

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Term 2

• VIA to JiaYing Senior Activity Centre
• Conversational Chinese and Malay

lessons (open to all P4s)

• Museum experience

Term 3

• Learning Journey to Bi-centennial

Experience

• P4 Camp

Level Programmes

Dates will be provided in termly calendar

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Meet-The-Parents

• Date : 31st May 2019 (Friday)
• Time: 8am to 3pm (15 minutes per parent)
• More details will be provided closer to the

date

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SUBJECT-BASED BANDING

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What Subject-Based Banding Means For Your Child

• Every child will be encouraged to do the subjects at

the levels that best meet his/her abilities

• Started in 2008 with the P5 cohort
• Removal of streams in Primary 5 and 6

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Why Introduce Subject-Based Banding?

• To provide more flexibility to students with

strengths and abilities that vary across subjects

• To encourage greater interaction among students

with different strengths

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How does Subject-Based Banding Work?

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If your child at the end of P4 Your child will be recommended to take Passes all 4 subjects and performs very well in Mother Tongue Languages 4 standard subjects + Higher Mother Tongue Language

How does Subject-Based Banding Work?

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If your child at the end of P4 Your child will be recommended to take Passes all 4 subjects 4 standard subjects

How does Subject-Based Banding Work?

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If your child at the end of P4 Your child will be recommended to take Passes 3 subjects 4 standard subjects

How does Subject-Based Banding Work?

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If your child at the end

• f P4

Your child will be recommended to take Passes 2 subjects

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• 3 standard subjects + 1 other

foundation subject; or

• 2 standard subjects + 2 other

foundation subjects;

• 4 foundation subjects

How does Subject-Based Banding Work?

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P4 MT Progression to HMT

P5 MT

• Oral, Listening &

Reading Comprehension skills

• Composition
• Language Use &

Comprehension P5 HMT

• Composition
• Written

Comprehension paper

HMT pupils sit for 2 subjects Assessment papers – MT & HMT

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Differences between HMT and MT subjects

Does taking HMT help my child perform better in MT examinations?

• MT & HMT are 2 separate subjects

Demands are different HMT focuses on competency in writing skills Examination formats are totally different Example:

• P5 MT Composition – Choice of picture composition

and topic

• P5 HMT Composition – Choice of topic & continuous

writing

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Other Considerations for taking HCL/HML

• Stretching the students is important, but must

not cause distress to students

• Priority is still on regular curriculum
• Other commitments are to be considered
• Holistic education and overall well-being of the

student must not be compromised

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Student takes a subject combination determined by the school Students who do very well Upgrade or continue with the same subject combination

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Student takes a subject combination determined by the school Students who do not meet expectations Switch some subjects to foundation level

How does Subject-Based Banding Work?

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Student takes a subject combination determined by the school All other students Continue with the same subject combination

How does Subject-Based Banding Work?

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Student takes a subject combination determined by the school

Students who do very well Upgrade or continue with the same subject combination Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) Students who do not meet expectations Switch some subjects to foundation level All other students Continue with the same subject combination

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SCHOOL-HOME PARTNERSHIP

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Working Together to Support your Child

Guidelines for School-Home Partnership

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• Increased involvement of parents

in their child’s educational journey

• Range of expectations and

practices in School-Home Partnership within and across schools

• Guidelines for School-Home

Partnership help to clarify what meaningful parent engagement looks like

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“MOE will provide guidelines to

schools, to give greater clarity

• n involving and engaging

parents in their child’s education, in a balanced and meaningful manner. We will also support schools in re-calibrating parent-teacher engagement practices.” – Minister Ong Ye Kung

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Guiding Principles for School-Home Partnership 1.Students succeed when schools and parents work hand in hand to support students in learning self-management skills, taking responsibility and building resilience. 2.Mutual respect and trust forms the strong foundation for positive engagement between schools and parents.

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Developing good habits We want to nurture your child to be a self-directed learner with good habits and takes responsibility for his/her own learning. Relating to others We want your child to be confident, respectful and have integrity when interacting with others. Managing self We want your child to be able to manage challenges and make ethical responsible decisions to thrive in the VUCA future.

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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.

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Guidelines for School-Home Partnership

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Student Well-being and Holistic Development

Developing good habits

We want to nurture your child to be a self-directed learner with good habits and takes responsibility for his/her own learning

How parents can partner us:

• Regular hours and sufficient sleep are

necessary for healthy growth of children;

• “No Screen Time” an hour before bedtime

because the brain will be too active so the quality of sleep will be affected.

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How parents can partner us:

• create a home environment conducive for

studying and the completion of homework;

• supervise and provide support for child’s

learning;

• reinforce good study habits and attitudes;
• be mindful of the stresses arising from

school homework and out-of-school activities, and help your child to prioritise his time.

Student Well-being and Holistic Development

Developing good habits

We want to nurture your child to be a self-directed learner with good habits and takes responsibility for his/her own learning

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How parents can partner us:

• Set a practice at home for your child to

show you periodically his homework progress;

• Ask

regularly to see/sign tests

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examination papers;

• Work in partnership with his teachers to

support your child’s learning and development.

Student Well-being and Holistic Development

Developing good habits

We want to nurture your child to be a self-directed learner with good habits and takes responsibility for his/her own learning

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How parents can partner us:

• Teachers will write down the homework

in the homework column at the side of the class whiteboard;

• Students

are to copy down the homework in their handbooks;

• Teachers will include the deadlines for

the assigned homework;

• All

students are to complete their homework and hand them in on time;

• School homework must be completed

first before work given by others.

Managing self

We want your child to be able to manage challenges and make ethical responsible decisions to thrive in the VUCA future

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How parents can partner us:

• Do not help your child by bringing

books/ learning materials to school during school hours if he/she should forget

Student Well-being and Holistic Development

Managing self

We want your child to be able to manage challenges and make ethical responsible decisions to thrive in the VUCA future

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How parents can partner us: We seek your understanding to stick to these

• fficial modes of communication, as far as

possible, not withstanding emergencies.

• Call the General Office @ 6385 1365
• Email (admin_yckps@moe.edu.sg)
• Write a message in your child’s handbook
• Make an appointment to meet school

personnel

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.

Communication between Teachers and Parents

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How parents can partner us:

• We seek your understanding to

adhere to the official school hours, and that if a request is received after official school hours, the teacher is not obliged to reply.

Communication between Teachers and Parents

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.

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Guidelines for School-Home Partnership

• We hope to clarify the

nature of school-home partnership so that we can partner each other more meaningfully.

• We would like parents to

work hand in hand with us to support your children in learning self-management skills, taking responsibility and building resilience.

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• Encourage Joy of Learning by not over-

emphasising on academic performance.

• Focus on your child’s learning journey,

rather than compare them to others.

• With your support, your child will:

Better enjoy the process of learning Develop dispositions for lifelong learning

As parents, you can:

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