Meet-the-Parents Session Secondary 1 9 th Jan 2016 Programme - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

Meet-the-Parents Session Secondary 1 9 th Jan 2016

Programme Overview 8.15 am Registration 8.30 am Address by Sec 1 Deputy Year Head Performance by Malay Dance Character Development & Student Well-being Physical Education & Co-curricular Activities (CCA) 9.15 am Q & A Parent Support Group (PSG) & Family Matters@ School Programme (FMS) Mass Dance 9.45 am Meeting with Form Teachers in Allocated Rooms 10.45 am Viewing of CCA booths, exhibits and performance . 12.15 pm End of CCA Open House  2

Year Head(Lower Sec) Mdm Sunita Said Sec 1 Deputy Year Head Mr Muzaffar Johari  3

Our School VMV • Our Vision  Inspiring Leaders, Active Contributors. • Our Mission  To nurture responsible, innovative and concerned citizens in a caring and dynamic learning environment. • Our Values - ExCITE  Ex cellence  C ommitment  I ntegrity  T eamwork  E mpathy  4

Ex ExCITE ITE@ Level Naming Sec 1 - Excellence (EX) Sec 2 - Commitment (CO) Sec 3 - Integrity (IN) Sec 4 - Teamwork (TE) Sec 5 - Empathy (EM)

SMB Teaching and Learning Framework Inspiring  Inspiring Leader Active Leader Contributor

SCHOOL HOURS  Silent Reading from 7.20 am to 7.30 am  Morning Assembly starts at 7.30 am Day Reporting Time Dismissal Time Monday 0720 1350 1535 Tuesday 0720 Wednesday 0720 1350 Thursday 0720 1350 1230 Friday 0720

E-ATTENDANCE  The school has embarked on E-Attendance which is able to send automated SMS to parents by around 9am to inform if their child is absent or late for school that day.  Parents to ensure most updated contact number is given to the school .

10-Day Time Table Cycle  The timetable runs on a Odd/Even Week (10 Day) cycle  Term 1 Week 1 - Odd Week  Term 1 Week 2 – Even  CCA starts at 2.30/2.45 pm and typically ends by 5.30/5.45 pm  9

School Terms and Holidays (Sec 1) Semester Term CA Major Assessment Reporting CA1 Term 1 Common Test 1 Progress Slip 22 – 25 Feb On going 4 Jan to 11 Mar Mar Holidays Semester 1 SA1 Term 2 CA2 Mid Year Exam Report Book 21 Mar to 27 May On-going 5 - 12 May Jun Holidays CA3 Common Test 2 Term 3 Progress Slip 15 - 19 Aug 27 Jun to 2 Sep On going Sep Holidays SA2 Semester 2 End of Year CA4 Term 4 Report Book Exam 13 Sep to 28 Oct On going 6 Oct - 13 Oct Dec Holidays

Assessment Weighting Exp & N(A) N(T) Assessment CA1 10% 15% CA2 5% 5% SA1 25% 30% CA3 15% 20% SA2 45% 30% Available in Student Handbook pg 32

Academic Streams Express 4 years leading to GCE ‘O’ levels EXP Normal 4 years leading to GCE ‘N’ levels, (Academic) with option of 1 additional year to GCE ‘O’ levels N(A) Normal (Technical) 4 years leading to GCE ‘N’ levels N(T) Available in Student Handbook pg 33

Subjects Subjects offered in New subjects offered in Primary School Secondary School English Language Food & Consumer Education (FCE) Mother Tongue Language Design & Technology (D&T) Character & Citizenship Education(CCE) Mathematics Science For Express/Normal (Academic) only Music English Literature Art & Craft Geography Physical Education History Civics & Moral Education For Normal (Technical) only Computer Application (CPA) Social Studies (SS)

Assessment Written tests & exams Project-based / Skills-based / Coursework English Language Music Mother Tongue Languages Visual Art Mathematics Design & Technology Science Food & Consumer Education English Literature Physical Education Geography Geography History History Social Studies N(T) Computer Application N(T)

Grading System Express Normal (Academic) Grade Marks (%) Grade Marks (%) A1 ≥75 1 ≥75 A2 70-74 2 70-74 B3 65-69 3 65-69 B4 60-64 4 60-64 C5 55-59 5 50-59 C6 50-54 U <50 D7 45-49 E8 40-44 F9 <40 Available in Student Handbook pg 32

Grading System Normal (Technical) Mother Tongue ‘B’ Syllabus Distinction Grade Marks (%) Grades: Merit A ≥75 Pass B 70-74 Fail C 60-69 D 50-59 U <50 Available in Student Handbook pg 32

Promotion Criteria Stream Promotion Criteria • Pass English Language Express • 50% for overall • Pass English Language and 2 other Normal subjects (Academic) • Or Pass 4 subjects • Pass English Language or Math Normal • Pass 2 subjects in total (Technical) Information available in Student Handbook pg 33

Lateral Transfer N(A) EX N(T) N(A) Criteria for consideration: • Academic performance Min. requirement: Overall average of 70% for all subjects – Good performance for Core Subjects (EMS) – Positive character traits and attitude towards learning – Consistency of performance – Evaluated on a case-by-case basis

Key Programmes English Language Fiesta

Key Programmes Sec 1 Drama

Key Programmes Mother Tongue Fortnight 2015 Mother Tongue Fortnight

Key Programmes Geographical Investigation at Yishun Pond (Secondary 1E/NA) Sec 1 Geography students did their Geographical investigation at Yishun Pond to check if the water quality at Yishun Pond is better than the water quality at the school’s pond. The students collect information using the water testing kit and field sketches to support their hypothesis. Collecting data through field sketch

Key Programmes Geographical Investigation at Yishun Pond (Secondary 1E/NA) Collecting water from Yishun Pond Discussing their findings

Key Programmes ExCITE@Singapore River Trail An integrated Sec 1 learning trail to Singapore River - Amazing Race style using iPad

Key Programmes Happy School Environment

Key Programmes Hydroponics in Term 1 – Science(1NT)

Mathematics Department Equip our students with Mathematical skills, processes and concepts to solve problems in a variety of contexts within and outside the classroom. We want our students to be L ifelong M athematics L earners Students with strong potential in Mathematics are identified early and exposed to higher forms of Mathematical training beyond the curriculum.

Distinctive Programmes

4 th Masterplan for ICT in Education VISION  Future-ready &  Responsible Digital Learner  OUTCOME GOAL Quality Learning In The Hands of Every Learner – Empowered with Technology

What it means in SMB? To support your child in their learning, the school will be embarking on 1-1 Computing for Secondary 1 students.  Each child will be equipped with a mobile computing device in Semester 2

What will the Programme achieve?  Allow your child’s thinking to become visible  Provide a persistent platform to reinforce Cyber Wellness issues  Leverage on the information on the internet and help students gain perspectives and global awareness Read more: http://visible-learning.org

Device of Choice • Microsoft Surface 3 on Windows 10 • Equipped with Type pad • Equipped with Surface Pen • Access to e-Books (specific subjects)

How will your Child benefit from this? A comprehensive technological eco-system to support your child, and facilitate teaching and learning . Some of these includes:  Expanded Wireless Network (in progress)  Wireless Projection system in all rooms  Dedicated helpdesk support at MRL  Security cameras in class Leveraging on Technology not for technology sake

Timeline • Semester 1 – Tuning In for Teachers • Semester 2 – Sec 1 to pilot 1-1 Computing • End of Semester 2 – Return of device for maintenance • End of Semester 2 – Review for 2017

FAQ • Can my child opt out? As the programme is carried out by level, it will be challenging for your child if he or she has no access to the device. However, if you still have concerns, do approach the school for further assistance.

FAQ • What happens if my child damages the device? At SMB, we strive to instil a sense of personal responsibility in our students. We will gauge each case on its individual merits and consider all mitigating factors. School will actively engage parents on the issue so that the child understands that there is a collective responsibility towards resolving the issue.

FAQ • I would prefer my child to own the device. Can I purchase my own. Yes, of course. However, certain installation of propriety software (e.g. e-Book) might incur extra cost that is beyond the existing licensing cost borne by the school.

 Applied Learning Programme (ALP)  @SEMBAWANG SECONDARY SCHOOL (SMB) Developing Critical & Inventive Thinking (CIT) through Media Literacy in the Humanities 39

 WHAT IS APPLIED LEARNING PROGRAMME (ALP)? • School-based programme:  As part of the total curriculum  Innovative curriculum  Specially customised to enable students to connect the knowledge and skills learnt in school with the real world

What is ALP-CIT @ SMB?  Critical and Inventive Thinking (CIT) through Media Literacy in the Humanities