2019 Parent-Teacher Meeting - MOE Sharing b… · Mdm Jeow Mui Hwa. School Values: Kindness, Integrity, Resilience, Responsibility, Creativity Primary 1 Form Teachers P1 Care Mdm

2019 Parent-Teacher Meeting22 Feb 2019

School Values: Kindness, Integrity, Resilience, Responsibility, Creativity

Agenda

Introduction • School Personnel • School Crest and Motto• School Values• School Vision• P1 Form Teachers• Curriculum Overview• MOE Guidelines for Home-School Partnership


School Leaders

Principal Vice Principal (EO) Vice Principal (EO) Vice Principal (Admin)

Mr Chua Choon Hock Mr James Peh Ms Choong Pei Chin Mr Tan Meng Khiang


Executive Committee Members

School Staff Developer Year Head (P1-P2) Assistant Year Head (P3-P4) Year Head (P5-P6)

Mr Muhammad Zaki Jalil Mrs Constance Chia Mdm Faridah A Hamid Ms Julee Noordin



HOD English HOD Mother Tongue HOD Math HOD Science

Mdm Anita Abdul Gani Ms Serene Tee Mdm Elaine Loke Mdm Lai Tsai Yi



HOD CCE HOD PE, CCA & Aesthetics HOD ICT Subject Head Discipline

Miss Rachel Koh Mr Muhammad Jabbar Jaaffar Mr Ivan Foo Mr Tan Wei Qiang Jeffrey


Teacher Leaders

Lead Teacher CLMdm Lim Chun Ling

Lead Teacher TLMdm Narayanan

Thanaletchimi

Senior Teacher ELMdm MaimonAbdul Samad

Senior Teacher MathMdm Anita June

Purasamy

Senior Teacher ArtMiss Nurjannah Ayub

School CrestKey Features• School Name within Crest• CP tree-like, infinity symbol logo• Colour Scheme – blue and white

Key Features• Shield-like in shape• Stars in the blue sky• Scroll-like banner with school

motto written on it

• School Colours• Blue is the colour of the sky and sea, which are infinite open spaces, representing boundless opportunities for

all Cedarians to explore our talents, interests and imagination.• White is the colour of goodness and purity, reminding all Cedarians to always think, speak and act with kind

intents.• The shield symbolises the school’s safe environment in which all Cedarians can learn and play.• The 5 stars represent the school values of Kindness, Integrity, Resilience, Responsibility and Creativity• The CP tree in the form of the infinity sign emphasises our belief that every Cedarian has infinite potential to grow

and become better every day.• Scroll-like Banner

• The banner, located near the base of the crest, stands for our belief that learning is the foundation forCedarians’ growth.

• The scroll depicts our ideal that every Cedarian enjoys learning and expanding their knowledge about the world.


School Motto

Effort Determines Success• The motto Effort Determines Success encapsulates our belief that, when given equal

opportunities, all of us can succeed, if we have the determination and put in hardwork. Success is not dependent solely on the abilities or brains we are born with,because these abilities can be developed with the right attitude and effort.

• The word Determines highlights the importance of the choice every individual makes,in the pursuit of success.

• Success in the motto refers to success in the different areas of growth: cognitive,physical, aesthetics, social, moral and emotional. Success is about achieving the goalswe set for ourselves in these aspects; it is also about having the excellence mindsetand giving our best in everything that we do.

Our School Vision, Motto and Values

SocialEmotional

Competencies

KindnessIntegrity

Resilience Responsibility

Creativity

School Vision

School Values

School Motto

Effort Determines Success

P1 Holistic Assessment Briefing

School Values: Integrity, Kindness, Resilience, Responsibility, Creativity

Primary Education Review and Implementation (PERI)

Recommendations #1:

Balancing Knowledge with Skills and Values through:

• More Engaging Teaching methods to teach skills and values

• Emphasising non-academic programmes within curriculum

• Holistic Assessment to Support Learning

P1 Holistic Assessment Briefing


Holistic Assessment……Why?

• Assessment is …… an important aspect of teaching and learning

• Effective to support holistic development of the child

• Move beyond summative evaluation

• Move towards holistic assessment to support learning


•Teacher assesses

•Teacher gives feedback

•Teacher teaches

•Teacher adjusts teaching

Improves

Learns a new topic or skill

Shows how much he has learnt

Gets feedback

Child

HOLISTIC ASSESSMENT……WHY?


• Provide holistic feedback to students fordevelopmental and learning purposes

• Provide opportunities for teachers to vary teachingmethods to motivate and engage learners

• Involve parents in the assessment process anddevelopmental feedback / two-way communicationon regular basis

HOLISTIC ASSESSMENT……WHY?


Holistic Assessment……What?

• On-going gathering of information on different facets of a childfrom various sources, with the aim of providing qualitative andquantitative feedback to support and guide the child’sdevelopment

• Informs teachers on their teaching practice and guides them inthe design and delivery of lessons

• Enable parents to support their child’s development andgrowth


Holistic Assessment….

For Primary 1 and 2

• Building confidence• Desire to learn• Enjoyment of learning


Holistic Assessment…

Thus the assessment will focus on:

• providing rich information on your child’s learning progress through:

Quantitative Feedback (e.g. daily assignments, bite-size tests, short writing)

Qualitative Feedback (e.g. mastery of learning outcomes, teachers’ comments)

• less evaluative


What is the feedback for?

Child Parent

learns about his/her weaknesses and strengths Better understanding of how to support

your child’s learning and

growth

steps to take to improve

encourages personal reflection

develops ownership of own learning

creates awareness of how they learn


In implementing Holistic Assessment:

• A range of age appropriate assessment modes are used for different purposes (show & tell for speaking skill)

• A range of assessment strategies and approaches are used (questioning, giving of feedback, peer & self-assessment)

• Use of Formative Assessment strategies to assess and engage students


• Less emphasis on single point assessment such as SA to ensure smooth transition from pre-school to primary school

• Less evaluative and more formative



• bite-sized assessment (topical tests, short writing, reading, performance task etc…)

• provide opportunities to experience success, build students’ confidence and desire to learn



Holistic Assessment

Broadly emphasizes on these 4 Aspects:• focusing on the development of the whole child• striking a balance between AOL (Assessment of Learning)

and AFL (Assessment for Learning)• using age appropriate methods and modes of assessment• guiding teachers in the design and delivery of their

practices


Holistic Assessment

“Prepare our children for the test of life and not a life of tests.”


“Learn for Life is a value, an attitude and a skill that ourstudents need to possess, and it is fundamental in ensuringthat education remains an uplifting force…We know that ourstudents need to be resilient, adaptable and global in theiroutlook. They must leave the education system still feelingcurious and eager to learn, for the rest of their lives."

Mr Ong Ye KungMinister for EducationMOE Schools Work Plan Seminar 2018

Learn for Life


Primary 1 Form Teachers

P1 Integrity Mdm Anita June Purasamy

P1 Integrity Mr Muhammad Firdaus Bin

Nasirjaya



P1 ResilienceMr Mahadi Ramli

P1 ResilienceMdm Jeow Mui Hwa



P1 CareMdm Teo Teng Teng

Sharon

P1 Care Mrs Constance Chia



P1 KindnessMs Vivien Lim

P1 KindnessMr Muhammad Jabbar

Jaaffar

P1 KindnessMs Diana Chong



P1 CreativityMdm Eileen Soh

P1 CreativityMs Lisa

P1 CreativityMr Gwee Tee Ghee



P1 RespectMs Audrey Wee

P1 RespectMs Nur Diyana

P1 RespectMdm Chua Chuu Suh



P1 ResponsibilityMr Yeo Teow Hiang

P1 ResponsibilityMdm Wong Ooi Ling

P1 ResponsibilityMdm Goh Ngerk Hong

ENGLISH MATTERSPrimary 1

• Listening & Viewing

• Reading & Viewing

• Speaking & Representing

• Writing & Representing

• Grammar

• Vocabulary

Areas of Language Learning


English Programme at Primary 1

Language Learning Area STELLAR School-based Curriculum

Reading & Viewing • Shared Book Approach (SBA)• Sustained Silent Reading (SSR)

• Library curriculum (monthly)• Structured Reading Programme (SRP)

Writing & Representing • Spelling • Modified Language Experience

Approach (MLEA)

• Penmanship• Journal (weekly)

Speaking & Representing • Role-playing• Dramatisation

• Stimulus-based Conversation• Poetry Recitation

(10-week programme)

Listening & Viewing • Recognition of sounds and words in context through phonics instruction• Embedded in all key strategies

Grammar Whole-Part-Whole Approach• Explicit teaching of grammar in meaningful context using Big Books

Vocabulary Text-Based Approach• Big Books

Working with Words• Spelling (in context)


What is STELLAR?

Strategies for English Language Learning and Reading

• Teaching and learning of English using more speaking and listening activities

• Children learn reading and writing using rich and interesting books, with discussions led by the teacher


Shared Book Approach (SBA)

The teacher introduces and shares a Big Book with the children.

The teacher then explicitly teaches word identification and reading skills, vocabulary, grammar, language structures and the concepts of print.


Modified Language Experience Approach (MLEA)

Modified Language Experience Approach, commonly known as MLEA simply means having a shared experience and talking and writing about it.

The purpose of this shared experience is to provide the context and content for students to think, talk and write about.

Making sandwiches together?

Life cycle of a butterfly!


Journal Writing

• Weekly submission

• Free expression based on a given topic/guiding questions

To encourage expression and creativity


Learning Outcomes for EL

Listening

1. Listen attentively and follow simple instructions.

Speaking

2. Speak clearly to express their thoughts, feelings and ideas.

3. Follow communication etiquette such as taking turns, and using appropriate eye contact and volume in conversations or discussions.



Reading

4. Demonstrate basic word recognition skills (e.g. know the letters of the alphabet; able to pronounce words accurately).

5. Read aloud Primary 1 texts (e.g. STELLAR texts) with accuracy, fluency and expression.

6. Understand Primary 1 texts (e.g. STELLAR texts) and are able to identify simple aspects of fiction (e.g. main characters and setting).



Writing

7. Demonstrate writing readiness and handwriting skills such as letter formation, placement, sizing and spacing.

8. Write a simple paragraph of at least 3 sentences to recount appropriately sequenced events.

Mother Tongue LanguagesPrimary 1 & 2


Curriculum Focus

• ListeningAble to listen attentively to spoken content related

to daily life, understand and identify main ideas and some details

• Speaking and spoken interactionSpeak with correct pronunciation using vocabulary

and sentence structures from Primary 1 texts


Curriculum Focus

• Reading

Recognise characters (CL)

Recognise words (ML)

Recognise letters and words (TL) in Primary 1 and/or Primary 2 texts

Read aloud in accuracy Primary 1 and/or Primary 2 texts

Understand Primary 1 and/or Primary 2 texts,

Identify main points with guidance

• Writing

Write words, phrases, simple sentences (CL, ML)/ words and phrases (TL) about daily life with guidance.


MT Programme Highlights

• MTL Fortnight (1 April – 12 April)• Cultural activities for pupils after school, such as traditional handicraft

and performing arts• Learning Journeys after school, such as theatrical drama experience

• MT competitions• National and School-based competitions

• Offer Higher Chinese at P2• Selection at end of P1, based on pupil’s Aptitude and Attitude towards

learning of Chinese Language throughout the year• Only 1 class, maximum 30 pupils• No more selection at end of P2 and P3


How to help your child in learning MTL

• Encourage conversations in MTL at home

• Encourage your child to read MTL story books at home

• Allow your child to watch educational MTL TV shows

• Make use of authentic situations to learn MTL (eg. Buying groceries at the supermarket, taking the MRT etc)

• Ensure your child finishes homework on time

• Ensure your child learns spelling

• Cooperate with the MTL teacher to support your child in learning the language

Programme for Active Learning

(P1 and P2)

Cedar Primary School

• Learning Outcomes:

To nurture in children

• Confidence, Curiosity, Cooperation skills (3Cs)

• Socio-Emotional Competencies (SE Competencies)

• 5 Characteristics of PAL:

• Experiential in Nature

• Encompasses Learning in a Creative Way

• Provides Opportunities for Children to Create

• Incorporates Values Education and Social-Emotional Learning

• Fun and Enjoyable

Programme for Active Learning (Objectives)


4 Domains

Our School’s PAL Programme


Sports and Games

Outdoor Education

Visual ArtPerforming

Arts

Your Child’s Experience (2019)


Level Sports Visual Arts Performing Arts Outdoor

P1

Sports and Games

(7 sessions)

Art Appreciation I (7 sessions)

Music and Dance

(7 sessions)

OutdoorExperience I

(7 sessions)

P2

Art Appreciation II

(7 sessions)

Sports and Games

(7 sessions)

OutdoorExperience II

(7 sessions)

Music and Dance

(7 sessions)

Character and Citizenship EducationParent-Teacher Meeting

22 February 2019


Developing Joyful Learners

CCE Mother Tongue Lessons

a) Values –based lessons

b) Classroom discussion and role play

Form Teacher Guidance Period (FTGP)

Enhanced positive teacher student relationship through:

a) Social Emotional Learning (SEL) lessons

b) Interaction Activities

c) One to One Conferencing Sessions

d) Reflection in FTGP Journals


Developing Joyful Learners

School-based CCE Lessons

a) School-wide Assembly ( focusing on school values)

b) Class- based CCE lessons

c) Just –in-time packages focusing on NE and Current Affairs

Social Studies Lessons

a) Inquiry-based approach

b) Field-based Learning Journeys

c) Performance Tasks for different levels


Nurturing Responsible Citizens

National Education: Cultivating Citizenship Dispositions

a) A Sense of Belonging

b) A Sense of Reality

c) A Sense of Hope

d) The Will to Act

School-wide approach to National Education (NE)

a) School-wide activities NE Events

b) Level-based activities e.g. P5 NE Show, Learning Journeys

c) Assembly Presentations

d) Learning Packages

e) Space for Reflection


Nurturing Responsible Citizens

Values In Action Initiatives

a) Cleanest Classroom Award

b) Canteen Cleanliness Duty Roster

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 on 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 selfWe 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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The Programme

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