Primary 3 3 February 2016 7.30am to 9.00am Vision: Hearts of Service * Minds of Inquiry * Joy in Learning * Confidence in Life Mission: Together we bring out the best in every child for a better nation. Motto: Standing Tall Achieving Results School Core Values: Loyalty * Honesty * Compassion * Diligence * Excellence * Unity * Resilience * Self- Discipline
Objectives 1. Strengthen home-school partnership 2. Enhance parent & teacher interaction 3. Inform about school/class practices & expectations
Agenda Introduction Holistic School Experience@LHPS School & Class Matters Announcements Q&A
History of Lianhua 1987 Became a government school 2016 Celebrating our 70 th Anniversary
Our School Vision Hearts of Service Minds of Inquiry Joy in Learning Confidence in Life
Our School Mission Together we bring out the best in every child for a better nation
Our School Values Honesty Loyalty Compassion Diligence Excellence Unity Resilience Self-Discipline
Values I Will Statements Honesty Resilience Loyalty Self-discipline I am truthful to self and to others. I accept responsibility for my own actions. I am sincere in my dealings with others. I am not afraid to fail and learn from my mistakes. I strive to overcome my challenges. I stay strong and endure through difficult times. I contribute actively to the community. I recite the pledge, sing the National anthem and school song with pride. I uphold my school s name with my behaviour. Statements for all 8 school values are found in the student diary I do the right thing at the right time. I make responsible decisions. I will be a role model to my classmates and schoolmates.
Being Pupil-Focused Physical Engaged in Sport Activities Lead a Healthy Lifestyle Intellectual Enjoy Learning Think critically and creatively Social-moral & Emotional Grounded in Values Empowered to Lead Love Singapore Aesthetics Immersed in the Arts Appreciate the Arts Holistic School Experience @ LHPS
Social-Moral & Emotional
Student Leadership Framework
Character and Citizenship Education (CCE) Form Teacher Guidance Period (FTGP) National Education & Social Studies CCE Lessons (4 languages) Values-in- Action (VIA)
Form Teacher Guidance Period Key Domain of Social Emotional Skills Self-Awareness Self-Management Social Awareness Description My feelings Knowing myself Managing my emotional state My learning Appreciating diversity Relating to others Interaction time with Form & Co-Form Teachers to build quality Teacher-Student Relationships
Character & Citizenship Education Lessons Contributing to the school Maintaining harmonious relationships with peers Caring for things around us Respecting others Responsible decision-making My responsibilities
National Education & Social Studies National Education Commemorative Events -Total Defence Day -International Friendship Day -Racial Harmony Day -National Day Social Studies Cluster of Study Understanding Singapore Inquiry Focus How do we appreciate the country we live in
Values in Action Develop socially responsible citizens who contribute meaningfully to the community Approach: Know the Values Understand the Values Apply the Values Internalize the Values Recent involvement: Festive Giving (Chinese New Year, Hari Raya & Deepavali) Environment Education Week
Project Work - Robotics Interdisciplinary English Mathematics Robot: LEGO NXT
Project Work Rotobot Skills & Values Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving Communication Computing & ICT Literacy School / NE Values
Intellectual
STELLAR in Lower Primary 3. Language Use Activities in Learning Centres The teacher prepares mini-lessons based on specific needs of children to prepare them for reading & writing activities, e.g. grammar, vocabulary, word recognition, decoding skills & spelling. 1.Shared Reading Experiences Children read a storybook with the teacher and engage in discussion with teacher and peers. 2. Shared Writing Experiences The teacher models writing using children s language. Children engage in writing together and writing independently.
STELLAR in Upper Primary
English Programmes Reading Programme SURF (Silent Uninterrupted Reading for Fun) Read and Share Extra support provided for struggling learners Oracy Programme Presentation : Hot Seat / Reader s Theatre Writing Programme Modified Language Experience Approach (MLEA) Writing Process Cycle Publication of Good Stories
Library Programme School Activities Book Quizzes Partnership with NLB NLB Library Membership Drive Guess The Genre Reading Interest Profile Book talks/storytelling Mass Borrowing sessions Choose Your Adventure Read, Swap & Share
P3 English Assessment Component Weighting Paper 1 (Composition) 20% Paper 2 (Language Use and Comprehension) 50% Listening Comprehension 14% Oral (Reading Aloud and Stimulus-based Conversation) 16%
Mathematics Content / Mastery of Basic Concepts Numbers Counting in hundreds and thousands Multiplication Tables Addition / Subtraction / Multiplication / Division Algorithms Equivalent Fractions Adding / Subtracting Money in Decimal Notation Measurement and Geometry Telling Time to the minute Understanding duration of Time Measuring Length / Mass / Volume in compound units Basic concepts of Area and Perimeter of Square / Rectangle Understanding concepts of Lines and Angles Statistics Scale Reading Reading data from Bar Graphs
Mathematics Hi-Five! Problem-Solving Process What do I KNOW? What do I WANT to KNOW? Choose a STRATEGY or ACTION and SOLVE. Does my answer MAKE SENSE? I DID IT!
Mathematics To acquire conceptual understanding and make sense of one s learning Learning by Doing Learning by Interacting Learning by Inquiry
Mathematics Assessment Booklet Item Type No. of qns No. of marks per qn Total marks Weighting Duration A MCQ 4 1 11 2 B SAQ 4 1 15 2 26 32.5% 34 42.5% Structured / LAQ 6 3 or 4 20 25% Total 40 80 100% 1 h 45 min
Topics Taught in P3
Changes in Syllabus Significant Change from 2008 to 2014 Syllabus: Animals Materials Ministry of Education Website: http://www.moe.gov.sg/education/syllabuses/sciences/files/science-primary-2014.pdf
Science Process Skills Observing Comparing Classifying
Science Exam Format Booklet Running Revision 1 Running Revision 2 Semestral Assessment 1/2 Total Marks 50 100 100 Booklet A (MCQ) Marks: 28 No. of qns (2m): 14 Booklet B (OE) Marks: 22 No. of qns (2m, 3m): 8 Marks: 44 No. of qns (2m): 22 Marks: 36 No. of qns (2m, 3m, 4m, 5m): 12 Practical Test NA Marks: 20 Paper: 1h 15 min Practical Test: 30 min Marks: 56 No. of qns (2m): 28 Marks: 44 No. of qns (2m, 3m, 4m, 5m): 13 NA Duration 45 min 1h 15 min 1h 30 min
Key Programme School-based Curriculum Innovation: Magnets Fish-breeding
Mother Tongue Languages Programmes Mother Tongue Fortnight Reading programme ICT platforms eg MC online (refer to school website for more ICT platforms and resources) Publication of pupils work
Assessment Subject Paper MTL Weighting Oral 30% Listening Comprehension 10% Composition 15% Language Use & Reading Comprehension 45% Total 100%
Use of ICT to Support Curriculum We engage our students using various ICT tools. Every child has the opportunity to experience and learn ICT skills through various subjects in the following areas: Word processing Online tools Internet Research For example, students collaborate to write stories using online tools
Online Learning Portal MCOnline (www.mconline.sg) Brainpop (www.brainpop.com) Provide pupils with opportunity for self-directed learning
Cyberwellness We focus on developing the pupil s instinct to protect himself and empower him to take responsibility for his own well-being in cyberspace.
E-Learning Days@Lianhua Students experience self-directed learning Lessons, assignments and tests will be assigned to students via the MCOnline portal. E-Learning Days are at various times of the year (to be confirmed nearer the date)
Physical
How to Raise A Healthy Child Safety First Active Lifestyle Healthy Child Growth & Health Good Health Habits
Physical Development Programme Weekly PE Lessons (taught by qualified PE teachers) Sports Meet (Term 2) P3 Sleepover Camp Sports Education Programme (Term 2 & 4) Sports Academy CCA
Sports Talent Management Programme Formative Assessment (Skills, Attitude & Cognitive) Child s Sports Talents are identified at Primary Two (PE, PAL) Sports Academy CCA Direct School Admission (Sports)
Physical Education Curriculum Learning Areas Primary 3 & 4 Athletics Dance Games & Sports Gymnastics Outdoor Education Physical Health & Fitness PE PE PE PE PE Health Ed (An Active & Healthy Me Book)
Aesthetics Visual Arts & Music
Visual Arts Philosophy and belief Plays an important role in our daily life Imparts values and evokes emotions Learn to reflect and express one s uniqueness by communicating their thoughts and emotions using images and objects. Develop visual literacy which enables pupils to observe and perceive the world with increased awareness and aesthetic sensitivity
Visual Art Visual Art Department 2016 Framework Level Primary 3 Skills Art Techniques (i) Drawing, painting, moulding, rendering Visual Inquiry (i) Visible Thinking Approach Art Form 2-dimensional (i) Drawing, painting, collage, digital media, clay studies S/n Themes Description 1. 2D Exploration Pupils will explore the various medium to create their 2-Dimensional artwork 1. 3D Create! Pupils will create 3-Dimensional artwork using the specific techniques and skills shared. 1. Creative Expression! Pupils will interpret the artworks and create their own artwork. 3-dimensional 1. Reuse and Recreate! Pupils will explore creative ways to make artwork using recyclable materials. 1. Digital Art Pupils will express their art interpretations through the ICT App in 3-Dimensional artwork. (ii) Assemblage Art medium Research and Processing Communication Oil pastels, colour pencils, acrylic paint Observe, record, compare Jotter book serves as documentation and reflection Express ideas visually and orally through presentation and group and pair discussions
Assessment Level Portfolio Assessment Rubrics Primary 3 Project Portfolio Generalized Rubrics
Music Every student is able to appreciate, create and perform music. Educate students in music knowledge Enable students to create original pieces Empower students to perform confidently
Key Curriculum Framework P1-6
Programmes Mass singing Assembly Performances Showtime!
SHOWTIME! http://tiny.cc/showtimelianhua
School Matters
Late Coming
Examination Matters Absent during Semestral Assessment There will be no make-up for exams missed Student will take the paper when he/she returns to school Marks will not be taken into consideration in the computation of results, but feedback on the performance will be given. Considered absent unless: A medical certificate from a doctor is produced 0 marks will be given when there is no Medical Certificate produced
Overall Assessment Plan Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 RR1 SA1 RR2 SC Practical SA2 30% 70%
Homework Policy Purpose of homework Practise what is learnt Acquire knowledge prior to lesson Assess what students have learnt Considerations Time spent in school (Longer days, less homework) Public holidays (homework should be minimal) Level of difficulty ( difficulty, quantity)
Homework Policy General guidelines: P1 & P2 P3 & P4 P5 & P6 0.5 h to 1 h 1 h to 1.5 h 1.5 h to 2 h Complete school homework first
Getting Help in School Speak with your Form or Co-form Teachers Speak with P3 Year Head Ms Wang Xiaoxuan Speak with your Vice-Principals & Principal
Announcements
P1 to P6 slides are available on the school website at www.lianhuapri.moe.edu.sg
Breakfast Chat with Principal Level Date Time Register on MC Online P1 & P2 P3 & P4 6 April (Wed) 30 Mar (Wed) 8.00am to 10.30am 23 Mar to 31 Mar 16 Mar to 24 Mar P5 & P6 17 Feb (Wed) 3 Feb to 12 Feb
Parents, Our Supportive Partners http://parents-in-education.moe.gov.sg/