Parent Engagement Talk 9 March 2018
Scope of Presentation 1. General School Information 1. Level Specific Information (Academic Matters)
General School Information
VISION A Caring Community of Learners, Thinkers & Leaders LEARNERS THINKERS LEADERS
MISSION Providing a well-rounded education in a nurturing environment to prepare Tampinesians for the future. COGNITIVE AESTHETICS SOCIAL MOR AL PHYSICAL
LEARNING FOR LIFE PROGRAMME
APPLIED LEARNING PROGRAMME
4NA Elective Modules To broaden the educational experience of students, the Elective Modules seeks to develop students interests and strengths in specific areas and expose them to possible career paths. Sports Science & Fitness Management Culinary Science Aeronautics Engineering
UPCOMING SCHOOL EVENTS
TPSS FIESTA Date: 24 Mar, Saturday Time: 8.30am to 12.30pm For additional details, please refer to letter provided to your child.
Other Key School Events for Term 2 Student Leaders Investiture (T2 W2 Tues 27 Mar) Awards Day 2018 (T2 W3 Tues, 3 Apr) Speech Day 2018 (T2 W3 Fri, 6 Apr) Co-Curriculum Week (T2 Week 10) Termly update letter will be provided to all parents through your child.
Scope of Presentation 1. General School Information 2. Level Specific Information (Academic Matters)
Outline of This Section 1. Where does your child go after the N-Levels? 2. Understanding TPSS context 3. Helping your child to prepare for the National Examinations
1. Where does your child go after the N-Levels? What are the various Post-Secondary School options available?
Normal (Academic) Options After the release of the Sec 4 N-Level results students can: S4 NA Normal (Academic) Journey Enter ITE to take Nitec courses, which lead to Higher Nitec.
Post-Secondary School Tracks Institute of Technical Education (ITE) ITE
Institute of Technical Education (ITE) For students with an aptitude for hands-on learning National ITE Certification (Nitec) Higher National ITE Certification (Higher Nitec)
Normal (Academic) Options After the release of the Sec 4 N-Level results students can: Enrol in a 2-year Higher Nitec course at ITE which leads me to the Polytechnic (DES-to-Poly) Normal (Academic) Journey S4 NA Enter ITE to take Nitec courses, which lead to Higher Nitec.
Direct Entry Scheme to Poly Programme DPP 11-30 th % of the cohort 2 year Higher Nitec course at ITE Guarantees a place in a polytechnic course if GPA is achieved Designed for students whose learning styles are more suited to application based and hands-on learning environment in ITE Need not take the GCE O level exam to get into their preferred poly course Opportunity to skip to 2nd-year in poly (for some courses)
Direct Entry Scheme to Poly Programme Eligibility Criteria DPP EMB3 19 (excluding CCA bonus points) for the GCE N Level exam, with EL 4 and MA 4 E: English M: Math B3: Best three subjects
Direct Entry Scheme to Poly Programme Logon to DPP https://www.ite.edu.sg/wps/portal/d efinitely-des/ for more information
Normal (Academic) Options After the release of the Sec 4 N-Level results students can: Enrol in a 1- year Poly Foundation Program. Enrol in a 2-year Higher Nitec course at ITE which leads me to the Polytechnic (DESto-Poly) Normal (Academic) Journey S4 NA Enter ITE to take Nitec courses, which lead to Higher Nitec.
Poly Foundation Programme Eligibility Criteria PFP EMB3 12 (excluding CCA bonus points) for GCE N Level exam and a minimum grade of 3 for each subject at the N level.
Poly Foundation Programme PFP Top 10% of the cohort, for 4NA students who have done well in GCE N level examination and are interested in the Poly diploma programmes Enrol in a 1-year PFP for selected poly courses
Post-Secondary School Tracks Polytechnics Courses are market driven and career oriented Students graduate with a Diploma Ready to enter the workforce PFP Nanyang Polytechnic Ngee Ann Polytechnic Republic Polytechnic Singapore Polytechnic Temasek Polytechnic
Poly Foundation Programme Logon to www.polytechnic.edu.sg/pfp for more information PFP
Normal (Academic) Options After the release of the Sec 4 N-Level results students can: Enrol in a 1- year Poly Foundation Program. S4 NA Enrol in a 2-year Higher Nitec course at ITE which leads me to the Polytechnic (DESto-Poly) Normal (Academic) Journey Enter ITE to take Nitec courses, which lead to Higher Nitec. Choose to take the O- level exam one year later. S5 NA
Progression from 4NA to 5NA Eligibility Criteria 5NA EMB3 19 (excluding CCA bonus points) for GCE N Level exam and a minimum grade of 5 for all subjects used in computation of EMB3 at the N level.
Normal (Academic) Options After the release of the Sec 4 N-Level results students can: Enrol in a 1- year Poly Foundation Program. Enrol in a 2-year Higher Nitec course at ITE which leads me to the Polytechnic (DES-to-Poly) Normal (Academic) Journey Choose to take the O-level exam one year later. S4 NA Enter ITE to take Nitec courses, which lead to Higher Nitec. S5 NA
Target Setting PFP DPP EMB3 12 EMB3 19 must be at least Grade 3 & better must be at least Grade 4
Post-Secondary School Tracks Private Institutions (LaSalle, NAFA, etc)
Introduction to Myskillsfuture Portal https://www.myskillsfuture.sg/secondary
2. Understanding TPSS Context
Support Structure: Key Personnel & Form Teachers Target Setting & Monitoring Academic Support Programmes 2. Understanding TPSS Context
ENHANCED PASTORAL CARE NETWORK
Support Structure (Sec 4) Mr Dan Chong Sec 4&5 SDT Level Coordinator Form Teachers STUDENT Ms Pek Jia Hui Mr Hafiz Discipline Heads Counsellors + AED (Learning & Behavioural Support)
Support Structure Form Teachers STUDENT
Designation Head of Department (Humanities) & Upper Sec Academic Support IC Key Personnel Ms Lena Yeo Sec 4/5 Level Coordinator Mr Dan Chong Sec 4 Level Discipline Master Ms Pek Jia Hui Class Form Teachers Sec 4N1 Sec 4N2 Ms Marini Binte Musa, Ms Zhang Simin Mr Prinya Lovajana, Ms Nurlina Binte Ibrahim, Mr Lee Kheng Hock
Target Setting PFP DPP EMB3 12 EMB3 19 must be at least Grade 3 & better must be at least Grade 4
Intent: Academic Programmes @ TPSS Friday In Focus FIF FIF serves as a platform to support learning for students identified to be struggling academically Subject consultation and academic guidance by subject teachers Self-Study space and time (prepare notes and revision materials, practise skills required for national exams) Expectations for Identified Students (1)Attendance and Punctuality for all FIF slots (2)Self-directedness and Consideration for others
Academic Programmes @ TPSS Parallel Revision Programme in Term 3 PRP Intent: PRP provides a platform for graduating students to build a strong foundation in Secondary Three topics in core subjects (English Language, Mathematics, Science and Humanities). Subject Revision during curriculum time Preparation for National Examinations Approach: Whole/ Intact class with subject teacher helping students to revise Secondary Three topics while honing examination skills
Level focus for ECG Secondary 1 Education and career awareness ECG Lessons Introduction to ECG (Group Counselling) Secondary 2 Education and career exploration ECG Lessons In Conversations with Form Teachers MOE ECG Fair Subject Banding Awareness Talk Secondary 3 Education and career planning ECG Lessons Applied Learning Program Secondary 4 / 5 Education and career decision ECG Lessons Applied Learning Program Poly Visit Visit by Industry Speakers Elective Modules(for NA / NT students) EAE Preparation O / N levels results release counselling Awareness Exploration Planning Decision
Industry Exposure and Awareness for our Graduating Students Invitation to industry speakers to talk to students based on their preferred career choices Invitation for Poly EAE speakers to speak based on chosen academic pathways
Guide to choosing your subjects Choose subjects because; - You are good at them - You enjoy studying the subject - It is a need for your future course choice / careers - Gain more insight and in-depth knowledge
ECG Level Focus Sec 1 Sec 2 Awareness (Transition to Secondary) Sec 3 Exploration (Making informed decisions on subject combinations) Sec 4/5 Planning (Plan and set achievable goals) Decision (Making informed decisions on IHLs)
3. Helping Your Child to prepare for the National Examinations The Last Lap Important Dates to Note How You can Support Your Child/Ward
Key Dates to Note for N-Level Term 1 W5/6 Milestone Test 1 Term 2 Class Test Term 2 W4 ALL CCA stand down 2 15 May Mid-Year Examinations (Internal) 21 24 May Sec 4 Mother Tongue Intensive 28, 30 May Mother Tongue O-level National Exam 31 May 1 Jun Sec 4 Consolidation Programme Term 3 W1 W4 EL & MT Oral National Exam 31 Jul 7 Aug Preliminary Examinations 10 Sept 12 Oct 2018 N-Level Written Examinations 28 September Graduation Ceremony (Tentative)
How You can help Your Child/Ward Communicate with your child daily Communicate with your child s Form Teacher and Subject Teachers to find out more about his/her progress in school Monitor your child s learning (completion of homework, usage of digital devices) Guide your child to develop a routine that allows him/her to have sufficient rest and time for revision Encourage your child to do his/her best
Routines and Expectations A A A A A ATTENDANCE ATTIRE ATTENTION ASSIGNMENT ATTITUDE 5 As
Routines & Expectations Attendance Daily Attendance Please call General Office or Form Teacher if your child is absent. MC must be produced the day child comes back to school. Please provide documentation (letter or email) if child is absent for private reasons no more than 4 letters a semester) SNAAPP used by the school to monitor students attendance and communicate with parents do log onto the app and switch on notifications!
Routines & Expectations Attendance School Start Time 7.30am Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8.30am Tuesday Please make sure that your child is punctual for school Seek parents partnership to ensure your child is on time and present Please note traffic conditions around school in the morning If child is wilfully late, we seek your understanding that we will discipline your child appropriately
Routines & Expectations Attendance School Timetable Posted online on school website URL: tampinessec.moe.edu.sg If there are updates/changes to timetable, we will inform you and post online No changes to timetable for Term 2
Routines & Expectations Attire School Attire Students must adhere to proper school attire and grooming. This includes hair cut and accessories as well. School Uniform Monday to Thursday Polo-T or School Uniform Tuesday PE/CCA/Class Tee/Polo-T Dress Down Friday
Routines & Expectations Attitude & Assignments Attitude & Assignments Remind child to adopt a positive attitude towards learning Parents can help to assist FTs in ensuring that your child s assignments are duly done and submitted on time
Routines & Expectations Handphone Policy Reminders Handphone usage only allowed in HOD Foyer, GO Foyer, Canteen & School Gates Please remind your child to exercise discipline and use their handphone responsibly
is about equipping parents with updated information to guide their child make informed decisions on their education and career pathways. Workshop highlights Date : 28 March 2018 Time : 7.30 9.00 am Venue : Blk J #01-04 PPN Room Understanding your child s strength through Myskillsfuture portal Updated courses offered and requirements in Post Secondary Institutions
BRINGING OUT THE BEST IN EVERY INDIVIDUAL
We look forward to partnering you as we work together in achieving the desired student outcomes for your child!
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