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Ref. No: 05/2019

3 May 2019

Dear Parents/Guardians

We would like to take this opportunity to share with you some of our students’ achievements

and highlight how our students have demonstrated the school values of Esprit De Corps, Never-

Give-Up, and Responsibility in this issue of the newsletter.

National School Games Senior Division Floorball Championships 2019 Stamford Primary has always done well in Floorball. In the recently concluded National School

Games Floorball Championships (Senior Division), our school came in 2nd for the Boys and 3rd

for the Girls. The Floorballers’ journey in the Nationals started on 15th January 2019 for the

preliminary round, and en route to the finals held on 25th April 2019, they embraced all the

challenges from their opponents while demonstrating the school’s ENRICH values. On many

occasions, even though the boys and girls had the scores against them, they fought valiantly,

never gave up, and overcame the adversities as a united team. We are proud of our fearless

Stamford Floorball boys and girls, and warmly congratulate them on their distinguished

achievement in their CCAs.

11th Singapore Amazing Flying Machine Competition

For our first attempt on the 11th Singapore Amazing Flying Machine Competition (SAFMC)

2019, we registered 2 teams led by Mr Low Heng Chong (Flexi Adjunct Teacher) for this

Science Centre event hosted by ITE Central College (Ang Mo Kio).

Our unpowered glider team of five P5 students (Xanthus Tey Shui Ler, Quek Yong Hao, Wang

Siyan, Nguyen Bao-Anh Hoang, Dayan Goh Duo Jin), the Stamfordian Falcon launched their

wooden Falcon glider twice successfully in the competition displaying excellent teamwork while

our second team, the Stamfordian Puffin, of five P5 students (Cheng Zhi Lin, Isaac Beverly,

Ayrton Leong Kar Yue, Amanda Ng Yu Ting, Cheong Teng Han), won the hearts and minds of

the judges during the presentation of their Puffin aircraft and won First Position for the “Most

Creative Design Award”, beating the other 47 teams from the Secondary Schools in the

Category C1 for Fixed Wing Radio Control Flight.

For the Award Ceremony on 23 March 2019 (Saturday), Stamfordian Puffin was the only

Primary School team, shortlisted and chosen for the Static Display of top winning aircraft. Our

school team was featured with the other winning teams during the Mediacorp 5 Prime News on

24 March 2019 (Sunday) newsreel report on the SAFMC 2019 event.

As the mid-year examinations are around the corner, we wish the best for all students and hope that they will continue to demonstrate the ‘Never-Give-Up’ attitude, perseverance and self-discipline to do well in the academics. Mdm Cassie Fan Principal

A KEY ANNOUNCEMENTS

1. 2019 Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) - Tentative Results Release Date

The 2019 PSLE Results will be released tentatively between 21 and 25 November 2019. This information is also published on the following website: https://www.seab.gov.sg/home/examinations/important-dates-for-candidates

2. Term 2 Holidays & Travel Declaration

Term 2 school vacation will be from Saturday, 1 June 2019 to Sunday, 30 June 2019. As

this semester school calendar draws to a close and as part of our emergency

preparedness, we would like to remind those planning to travel overseas during the school

vacation to complete the online Student Travel Declaration Form via ONE of the following

means:

i. Access the PDF form by clicking on the Student Travel Declaration Form link on

the school’s website under “Parents/Admin Forms”; ii. Use this website https://goo.gl/forms/k5puWXIzTwSKsjij1 to submit your

declaration; OR iii. Use the QR Code below to access and submit your child/ward’s travel declaration.

The closing date for submission is Friday, 24 May 2019. For parents/guardians of Primary 1 students, do take note that it is mandatory for you to declare your travel plans during this June school vacation. If your child/ward in Primary 1 is not travelling, please indicate “No” in the form. For parents/guardians of Primary 2 to Primary 6 students, only those who will be travelling need to complete the online Student Travel Declaration Form.

3. Parent-Child-Teacher Conference

The Parent-Child-Teacher Conference (PCTC) will be held on Friday 31 May 2019, from 8.00 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. The objective of the PCTC is for you to have a better understanding of your child/ward’s performance in various subjects and his/her conduct in school. This platform will also provide you with an opportunity to work with the teachers to better support your child/ward’s learning. As we move towards developing self-directed reflective learners and effective communicators, we want our students to take responsibility for their own learning and talk about their progress in learning. The conferencing session will be led by your child/ward with the teacher as facilitator. During the PCTC, your child/ward will talk and show evidence about his/her learning to date. You will receive the report book from your child/ward’s Form Teachers. There will be no lessons on that day as we have dedicated this day for you to meet the teachers. Your child/ward is required to come together with you for the conferencing session in his/her school uniform.

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The PCTC booking system will be available from Monday 6 May to Monday 20 May 2019. Kindly make your booking with your child/ward’s Form Teachers early to secure your preferred appointment slot. Booking is based on a first-come, first-serve basis. You can log into the MCOnline Portal using the Parents' Account at www.mconline.sg or scan the following QR Code:

Instructions on how to use the booking system is in Annex 1. It is also available on our school’s website www.stamfordpri.moe.edu.sg under Partners or scan the following QR code:

In the event that you are unable to access the portal, please contact one of your child/ward’s Form Teachers or the general office. We look forward to meeting you at the session.

4. The Integrated Programme

The Integrated Programme (IP) is available for students who are academically strong. Instead of preparing for the O-levels, students can use that time to learn other interesting things in school. They will have the opportunity to go beyond the syllabus for the subjects that they are most excited about. They can also choose their areas of specialization and apply what they learn through doing projects, writing journals, taking pop quizzes, giving presentations and more – not just taking written tests. Some IP schools are Independent Schools which have higher fees compared to other secondary schools. However, there is no need to worry as financial support is available if needed, such as Independent School Bursary, Edusave Scholarship for Independent Schools, more pocket money (Uplift Scholarship of up to $800 per year for students in Independent Schools) and other additional support (school and miscellaneous fees subsidy, free textbooks and attire, transport allowance, school meals programme, school-based bursaries and scholarships). You can encourage your child/ward who do well academically, or have the talent and potential to apply to IP Schools through Direct School Admission for Secondary Schools. For more information, you may access the website https://tinyurl.com/IPSCHOOLS or scan the following QR Code:

B. KEY PROGRAMMES 1. Primary 3 and 4 Learning Journey to Singapore Science Centre

Our Primary 3 students will get to explore the exciting phenomena of magnetism through different types and shapes of magnets. They can investigate the magnetic properties of materials, make their own magnets, find out about the properties and uses of different magnets, and even see the patterns of a magnetic field.

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For our Primary 4 students, they will attend a Heat and Temperature workshop (Design Thinking Challenge). In this workshop, they will carry out a series of hands-on activities to enhance their learning on heat gain or loss by an object. They will work in groups to apply the concepts learnt about heat energy and temperature to tackle the design challenge by using different materials and creative ways of keeping homes cool.

After the workshop, the students will get to tour around Singapore Science Centre to view the interesting and exciting exhibitions!

2. Primary 4 Field Based Learning Trip to Kampong Glam

Every year, we leverage on our proximity to Kampong Glam for an Interactive Heritage Trail. In this experiential learning journey, students use mobile devices to learn independently as well as collaboratively. Through the learning journey, they understand how Kampong Glam was a haven for immigrants in the past and present. They also study and reflect on the contributions made by these immigrants who have shaped what Singapore is today. Students will visit one of the biggest religious buildings in Singapore, Masjid Sultan Mosque, and explore Arab Street, Bussorah Street and Baghdad Street, as part of the immersion in the Malay-Middle Eastern-Muslim culture. At the Malay Heritage Centre, students will also learn about the various cultural practices of the Malays in the past and present.

3. Post Examinations Activities (27 to 30 May 2019)

After the mid-year examinations, Primary 3 to 6 students will have the opportunity to

participate in a series of activities planned specially for them in the last week of Semester

1. To develop our students holistically, the activities will provide them a broad range of

experiences with the opportunity to develop skills and values that they will need for life.

Focused on both academic and non-academic areas, the activities range from

interdisciplinary projects, arts appreciation, communication skills, social and emotional

skills, to serving the community.

Similarly, interesting activities are planned for Primary 1 and 2 students during the week.

To develop their literacy and numeracy skills further, engaging activities like Speech and

Drama lessons, and Math Trails will be conducted. The student will also learn fundamental

sports skills in a fun manner while bonding with their teachers and peers.

Through these activities, we hope to encourage our students to learn more actively and independently even during the June holidays.

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Workshop Class Date to Singapore Science Centre

Magnets 3-1 30/05/2019

Magnets 3-2 25/07/2019

Magnets 3-3 04/07/2019

Workshop Class Date to Singapore Science Centre

Heat and Temperature 4-1 30/05/2019

Heat and Temperature 4-2 03/09/2019

Heat and Temperature 4-3 26/09/2019

C. SUPPORT FOR PARENTS

Cyber Wellness Tips: How to spot phishing scams

Does your child know what a phishing scam is?

Can your child spot a fake email trying to get private information from him/her?

What can your child do to keep his/her private details safe?

Scams are a growing and common threat in cyberspace. They can also be found easily in

Singapore. Do use the tip sheet to discuss with your child on how they can protect themselves

against phishing scams and fake content.

Source: Media Literacy Council

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Annex 1 MC Online Portal Login Guide (For Parents/Guardians) Website: www.mconline.sg

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