PRIMARY 1 & PRIMARY 2 PARENTS’ BRIEFING

PRIMARY 1 & PRIMARY 2 PARENTS’ BRIEFING

29 JANUARY 2021

1. INTRODUCTION

2. THE KHENG CHENG EXPERIENCE

3. P1 & P2 KEY PROGRAMMES

4. HOME-SCHOOL PARTNERSHIP

AGENDA

OUR EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

MDM SARAH LEONG PRINCIPAL

MR PUN KIAN PENG JACKVICE-PRINCIPAL (ADMIN)

SCHOOL LEADERS

MR KHOO GHEE HANVICE-PRINCIPAL

MISS GRACE FOONGLEAD TEACHER

ENGLISH LANGUAGE

MISS SHALINI D/O VENKITESWARAN

SH ENGLISH LANGUAGE

MDM ONG POH LENGST ENGLISH LANGUAGE

MISS ELIZABETH TAYHOD ENGLISH

LANGUAGE

ENGLISH LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT


MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT

MISS ALISA CHUASH MATHEMATICS

MISS GOH MING SZE HOD MATHEMATICS

MS MANDY CHIAST MATHEMATICS


SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

MR MELVIN CHANG HOD SCIENCE

MISS TEO YEE LENGST SCIENCE

MDM SHREE ARITASH SCIENCE


MDM TAN HWEE SANGSH MOTHER TONGUE LANGUAGE

MR LIM MING ENSH CHINESE LANGUAGE

MOTHER TONGUE LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT

MDM WU SHU QINGST CHINESE LANGUAGE


PE/CCA DEPARTMENT

MS SIVAMALAR KULASEGARAM HOD PE & CCA

MR TAN ZE YI ALEXST PE


SCHOOL STAFF DEVELOPER

MR LIM BUAN TIESCHOOL STAFF

DEVELOPER

MISS NILAM SHAFIA HOD ICT

ICT DEPARTMENT

MDM KALPANA KANNADHASAN SH ICT (INTERNAL)


MRS JACQUELINE ANTHONY HOD CCE

MISS SU YEN LENGHOD DISCIPLINE &

STUDENT MANAGEMENT

MRS SHARON CHOO SH PARTNERSHIP

STUDENT DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT


MDM LILY SURIANI TAN YEAR HEAD

LOWER BLOCK

MRS CARYN ONGYEAR HEAD

UPPER BLOCK


STUDENT DEVELOPMENT TEAM

STUDENT DEVELOPMENT TEAM

MDM TOH XIAO YINGP2 ASST YEAR HEAD

MRS SHARON WONGP3 ASST YEAR HEAD

MDM BRENDA PEHSOCK NGOR

P5 ASST YEAR HEAD(INTERNAL)

MS DIXIE TAN MEI LANP6 ASST YEAR HEAD


MR JOHN LEE OPS MANAGER 1

MR REEVE SIM ADMIN MANAGER 1

EAS DEPARTMENT

MR KARUPPIAH RAVINDRANOPS MANAGER 2

MDM GEETHAADMIN MANAGER 2


FORM TEACHERSPRIMARY 1 FORM TEACHERS

MRS CHING HWEE ENG

P1.1 FORM TEACHER

MISS CHEW JIAYINGP1.1 CO-FORM

TEACHER

MISS TIEW SHUYING GERALDINE

P1.2 FORM TEACHER

MS SIVAMALAR KULASEGARAMP1.2 CO-FORM

TEACHER

MS SEAH SIN PENGP1.3 FORM TEACHER

MISS TAY MAN HUIP1.3 CO-FORM

TEACHER

MS GAN LING LINGJOY

P1.4 FORM TEACHER

MDM KOO FONG KIEWP1.4 CO-FORM

TEACHER


MDM LILY SURIANI TAN

P1.6 FORM TEACHER

MRS WINNIE CHANP1.6 CO-FORM

TEACHER

MRS HO-LAI SHAO FONG VINCE

P1.5 FORM TEACHER

MR MUHAMMAD RASUL

P1.5 CO-FORM TEACHER


MRS SHARON CHOOP1.7 FORM TEACHER

MDM JOYCELYN HOP1.7 CO-FORM

TEACHER

MDM MAHALINGAM INDRA

P1.8 FORM TEACHER

MS LI HUIYUANP1.8 CO-FORM

TEACHER


MDM KAVITHA D/O MARIMUTHU

P2.1 FORM TEACHER

MS WONG YEE YEEP2.1 CO-FORM

TEACHER

MS JEYA DEVI NADESVARAN

P2.2 FORM TEACHER

MS YEO YONG YONGP2.2 CO-FORM

TEACHER


MDM ONG POH LENG

P2.3 FORM TEACHER

MR RAYMOND KHOOP2.3 CO-FORM

TEACHER

MDM WONG WAN SIAN

P2.4 FORM TEACHER

MDM SITI AMIRAHP2.4 CO-FORM

TEACHER


MS KAMALIAHP2.6 FORM TEACHER

MR CHENG XIJIEP2.6 CO-FORM

TEACHER

MDM HANIZA BTE BAHARIN

P2.5 FORM TEACHER

MDM MARDIANA ISMAIL

P2.5 CO-FORM TEACHER


MISS TAN YING RUIP2.7 FORM TEACHER

MDM TOH XIAO YINGP2.7 CO-FORM

TEACHER

MDM SRIMARLINAP2.8 FORM TEACHER

MDM WU SHU QINGP2.8 CO-FORM

TEACHER


OUR CORE VALUES

KINDNESS in HEART• We are gracious in our

actions.• We show care and

concern for others.• We love our community

and environment.

SINCERITY of MIGHT• We speak the truth.• We show consideration

to others.• We learn from our

mistakes.

DILIGENCE of HAND• We seek to learn.• We plan and act on

what we set out to do.• We work hard and excel

in what we do.

COURAGE to STAND• We do the right thing.• We dare to try.• We finish the race

strong.

Roots to Anchor, Wings to Fly

We believe that every student deserves a chanceto learn and grow, well and strong, in both theirstudies and in character.We want our students to have strong roots in theirvalues, for their families and the larger community.It is the strong roots that would enable them toweather the storms of life; present and future.

SCHOOL PHILOSOPHY

We also aspire for the students to have wings to fly, beyond their currentcircumstance and mindsets about themselves.We want the students go beyond the limits and boundaries they have set in theirminds for and about themselves.We believe that the school would have succeeded, if we are able to develop ourstudents to surpass us in all that we are, and do.We believe that if we put care in our thoughts, deeds and work as a schoolcommunity, the labour in every endeavour will not be in vain.

Roots to Anchor, Wings to Fly

SCHOOL PHILOSOPHY

1. INTRODUCTION




AGENDA

THE KCS EXPERIENCE

Teach Less, Learn MoreSyllabus review and content reduction

Announcement of PERI Changes

Removal of P1 MYE & EYE, P2 MYE, startedProgramme for Active Learning (PAL)

Removal of names of top-scoring

students for national exam

resultsEvery Student, an Engaged Learner

Introduction of ALP & LLP in schools

Announcement of Changes to PSLE scoring

Subject-Based Banding (Pri)

Subject-Based Banding (Sec)

Thinking Schools, Learning Nation

Syllabus review and content reduction

1997

2005

2008

2009

2012

2013

2018

2016

2014

By striking a balance between rigour and joy

of learning

Learn for LifeReducing assessment load and stakes in primary and secondary schools

Reducing the over-emphasis of academic results and nurturingin our children greater intrinsic motivation to learn…

• Removal of weighted assessments• Use of qualitative descriptors to report student learning in all

subjects throughout the year• Non-academic indicators will be retained• Revised criteria for the Edusave Merit Bursary

THE KCS EXPERIENCE

Reducing the over-emphasis of academic results and nurturing in our children greater intrinsic motivation to learn…

Use of qualitative descriptors to report students’ learning progress forall subjects through…

1. Learning Outcomes (subject-specific)2. Learning Dispositions

THE KCS EXPERIENCE

THE KCS EXPERIENCE

LEARNING OUTCOMES (LO) LEARNING DISPOSITIONS (LD)

Closely aligned and reflect the syllabus outcomes for P1 and P2

Meant to provide feedback to students and parents

Reflect attitude, motivation and interest that affect students’ approaches to learning

Provide a holistic understanding of students’ progress

Example of Learning Outcomes (Mathematics) to be reported in P1 & P2

* The subject-specific learning outcomes are available in the student handbook and on the school website.

Four-level Qualitative Descriptors Beginning, Developing, Competent, Accomplished

THE KCS EXPERIENCE

Learning Dispositions…Reflectiveness Open-mindedness Engagement Resilience

• express their experiences;

• generate questions to clarify their learning;

• generate alternative solutions;

• justify choices/decisions made

• receptiveness to new ideas

• willingness to explore possibilities or consider other viewpoints

• immersed in learning and enjoying it;

• actively seeking new opportunities to learn

• willingness to try new things;

• bounce back and get back up after a failure;

• persevere through times of difficulty;

• willingness to make improvement after receiving feedback

THE KCS EXPERIENCE

Four-level Qualitative Descriptors Beginning, Developing, Competent, Accomplished

Broadening our definition of success in classrooms…Edusave Academic Awards Criteria

P1 and P2 Edusave Merit Bursary(EMB)

• Students who consistently demonstrate good learning dispositions• Good conduct will continue to be a criterion• Singapore citizen • Monthly household income does not exceed $6,900 (or per capita $1,725)

P2 and P3 Good Progress Award(GPA)

• Students with greatest improvement in learning dispositions in the course of the year

• Good conduct will continue to be a criterion• Singapore citizen

THE KCS EXPERIENCE

School-Based Awards Criteria

Learning Champ • Students who consistently demonstrate good learning dispositions

Best in Progress • Student with greatest improvement in learning dispositions in the course of the year

1. INTRODUCTION




AGENDA

KEY PROGRAMMES

• Social Skills Programme: Being Prepared for Class

• Programme for Active Learning (PAL)

• Language Fiesta

• Mathemagic Trails

• Lower Primary Games Day

Student Voice and Advocacy (SVA)

LEARNING FOR LIFE PROGRAMME (LLP)

NURTURING THE SINGAPORE SPIRIT

Be the Change Award [2020]

P1.5 P2.7

NURTURING THE SINGAPORE SPIRIT

We want to show care and appreciation for our unsung heroes who worked so hard to take care of us during the circuit breaker period by presenting them with care packages.

P2.7

1. INTRODUCTION




AGENDA

• Form Teacher / Co-Form Teacher

• Ms Anna Wong (School Counsellor)

• Mdm Lily Suriani Tan (Year Head/Lower Block)

• Mdm Toh Xiao Ying (Assistant Year Head/P2)

WHO CAN YOUR CHILD REACH TO…

https://www.schoolbag.sg/

Explore MOE SchoolBag website for useful parenting tips

SUPPORT YOUR CHILD

https://www.schoolbag.sg/

Suggestions:

•Create ‘screen-free’ zones (e.g. dining table/bedrooms)•Turning off the TV during meals and ban any personal devices at the table•Set parental controls to know what your child is seeing and doing online•Make available alternative activities (sports, going outdoors, books, board games)

SUPPORT YOUR CHILD – Limit Screen Time

SUPPORT YOUR CHILD – Ample Rest

HOMEWORK POLICY

Level Subjects Duration

Primary 1Primary 2

English, Math, Mother Tongue Up to 1.5 hours/day

Students should: 1. Keep track of homework instructions and deadlines2. Manage time well to ensure that homework is completed and submitted on time

HOME-SCHOOL PARTNERSHIP

The Student Handbook provides the following important information:

•School Rules•Learning Dispositions•Subject-specific Learning Outcomes•ICT User Acceptance Policy

STUDENT HANDBOOK


We strongly encourage you to stay updated of our school mattersthrough the following communication channels:

• Parents Gateway• Event/Programme Letters• Monthly Memos by Principal• School Website• Bi-annual Newsletter

COMMUNICATION CHANNELS


If you have concerns regarding your child’s progress, you can communicate with us via:

• Student Handbook• Email• Phone conference (preferably after school)• Face-to-face conference (with prior appointment)

COMMUNICATION CHANNELS


SCHOOL ARRIVAL TRAFFIC PLAN

Extra lane opened for fast alighting

* Merging Lane

“Give Way”

GATE J GATE T

* Rule Number 76 of Singapore Highway Code – Give way to traffic on your right.

BACK GATE – PUBLIC DROP OFF POINT

• Watch out for pedestrians

• Don't double park; it blocks visibility

for other children and vehicles

• Students should alight from the left

side of the vehicle

• Be considerate, no waiting at the

drop off point

• Parent Teacher Meeting (PTM): Fri, 28 May

More details will be provided to you closer to the date.

UPCOMING PARENT ENGAGEMENT SESSIONS



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PRIMARY 1 & PRIMARY 2 PARENTS’ BRIEFING