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P2 Parent Engagement Session
7 February 2020
Event Schedule
Duration
1. Address by Principal, Mrs Wang 2.30 p.m. – 3.10 p.m.
2. Sharing by Year Head, Mrs Jacelyn Ang
School Support cum Learning Experience
3.10 p.m. – 3.20 p.m.
3. Sharing by Assistant Year Head, Mrs Alice Hiah
CCA Selection and other matters
3.20 p.m. – 3.30 p.m.
4. Awards Ceremony
Commendable Learning Dispositions Award
3.30 p.m. – 4.00 p.m.
4. Classroom Session with P2 Form & Subject teachers
Supportive Home & School cum Learning Focus
4.00 p.m. – 5.30 p.m.
PRINCIPAL’S SHARING
Mrs Wang-Tan Sun Sun
Responding to the Evolving Threats
of the Wuhan Coronavirus
Responding to the Evolving Threats of the Wuhan
Coronavirus
▫If you have returned from mainland China within the last 14 days, with day of return counted as Day 0, please do not come to school for PES, Parents’ Workshop or any other school activities. Email us at [email protected] and our teachers will get in touch with you.
▫Ensure your child is well before sending him/her to school.
▫Ensure your child brings a working ODT to school. Teachers will only keep the ODT for P1 students in class.
▫Ensure your child can log on to SLS from home.
▫More information on the above is in Parents’ Letter sent via PGtoday.
Strategic Plan
2019-2021
ST 1
Nurturing the Whole Child to be Ready for
the Future
1.1 Students as engaged learners, who learn with joy and develop learning dispositions for
life-long learning
1.3 Students who
develop character and PQs; and
further interests and/or passion
through related CCAs
1.2 Students who
(a) embody the school motto of compassion, conscience, purity
and righteousness;
(b) are equipped with the 21st Century Competencies
(c) love and have a sense of rootedness to Singapore, and contribute to the community.
Personal Qualities (PQs)
• To equip our students to thrive in a fast-changing, globalised world
Mee Toh School Motto and Values
• Foundation of character
• Provide compass for behaviour
SE Competencies – Skills,
knowledge and dispositions that
help students develop the 21st CC
21st CC necessary skills to
thrive in globalised world
Personal Qualities- A set desired Attitudes & Skills
expressed in simple statements
Personal Qualities (PQs)
21st Century
Competency
Critical and Inventive Thinking
Social-emotional
Competency
Social Awareness
School Value of
RespectPersonal Quality (Pg 23 of Student HB)
• Demonstrate awareness and sensitivity to different
cultures and religions
• Respond open-mindedly to different ideas and
values
Example
Term 1 Assembly Talk: Compassion
School Value Level Personal Qualities
Care P1-P6 o Show care and concern for the environment and
people around me
o Show kindness and empathy
Service P1-P6 o Appreciate and show gratitude for others
P1-P3 o Offer help to family members, teachers & peers
P4-P6 o Take actions to contribute to the common good of
others in the community
Level Personal Qualities Actions you can take
P1-
P6
o Show care and
concern for the
environment and
people around
me
o Be kind to others and speak respectfully
o Help peers with their school work, collect worksheets for buddies when they
are absent
o Be quiet and considerate when walking from place to place in school
o Carry out classroom duty
o Switch off fans and lights when not in use
o Keep our class and school clean
o Show kindness
and empathy
o Think, “If I were him/her, how would I feel?”
o Share good things with others
o Ask for permission before doing something because it may affect others
o Be sensitive to peers’ needs and encourage them
o Take initiative to help others
Level Personal Qualities Actions
P1-P6o Appreciate and show
gratitude for others
o Be grateful and say “please” and “thank you”
o Be punctual for school and class
o Greet with a bow and say “Good morning/ Good afternoon” to all adults
in school
P1-P3o Offer help to family
members, teachers &
peers
o Take initiative to help others
o Volunteer to clean the classroom
P4-P6
o Take actions to contribute
to the common good of
others in the community
o Participate actively in the planning and execution of IPW-VIA
activities
o Take good care of classroom resources and school properties
o Contribute to your family, our school and beyond
Learning from Straits Times-Singaporeans of the year 2019- Extending a hand to help othersThis year's The Straits Times Singaporean of the Year finalists have
inspired others with their warm hearts and kind acts, and their hope of
seeing more good in society.
Organised by The Straits Times, the
Singaporean of the Year award is given each
year to a Singaporean individual or group that
has made an impact in society.
This could be through achievements which
have put Singapore on the world stage, or for
improving the lives of others in the community,
or showing resilience in the face of adversity.
PUBLISHED ON DEC 25, 2019
Learning from Straits Times Singaporeans of the Year 2019
A kind act from a stranger helped
him to get to where he is today.
When Mr Veera Sekaran could
not afford to pay university course
fees for a degree in botany,
lawyer Haridass Ajaib stepped in
to bear the cost. All he asked in
return was for Mr Veera to pay it
forward.
He kept his promise and pays it
forward by hiring former convicts,
and helping the elderly and
children with special needs.
Learning from Straits Times Singaporeans of the Year 2019
▫They may be young but they are full of ideas and dreams to make a concrete change.
▫About six years ago, the Seng siblings were at a hawker centre when they witnessed an elderly woman fall while trying to pick up her walking stick that had slid to the ground. Wanting to find a way to prevent such a mishap, Ian Hao and Ing Le invented a walking stick holder they named Qanemate.
▫The device is now on its 17th prototype after going through rounds of feedback from the elderly at nursing homes.
• for children to apply what’s learned in a structured or unstructured way
Creating Authentic Settings or Projects
student-initiated VIAaugmented reality rock climbing wall
Integrated Project Work (IPW) - VIA
IPW – learn the importance of teamwork, presentation skills, etc.
VIA – encourage children to identify & understand community issues, initiate
action with their peers to make a difference in the lives of others
IPW-VIA Fest
P2 Saving the Environment Project
ALP – Environment Education – children practise environmental care in the
Applied Learning & Learning for Life Programme
MTS Water Conservation Campaign
community & as a nation.
Wushu Quan Package – a customised
Wushu routine taught during PE lessons to
enhance physical attributes & instil values
LLP – SENSE @ MTS – encourage children
to lead a healthy and active lifestyle,
develop in them the sound values and
characters & to be socially responsible
• engage children - be innovative & think creatively & critically as they
solve real-world problems
“Wishy Washy” - Best Ginnovation (Green Innovation) Projects 2019 (Primary)
- OCBC Green Pitch Award 2019
Holistic
Target for
Students…
Develop their Metacognition (an Executive Function)
Where am I now? Where am I going?
How can I achieve it?
How do I respond when I am not getting there as planned?
School value: Resilience
Personal Quality: Demonstrate the Growth Mindset
Student HB Pg 23
Growth Mindset
is the key to lifelong learning
Encourage Joy of Learning!
Learning Dispositions
School Value Level Personal Qualities
Excellence
P1-P6o Put in the best effort to produce quality work
o Reflect from experiences and learn from them
P1-P3 o Seek help and guidance when in doubt
P4-P6o Ask questions, sieve, analyse and evaluate information to
improve understanding of the issue or problem
ConfidenceP1-P6
o Demonstrate self-awareness
o Demonstrate abilities to build positive relationships
P4-P6 o Think critically and explain view points and decisions
Learning DispositionsSchool Value Level Personal Qualities
Resilience
P1-P6 o Demonstrate the growth mindset
P1-P3 o Keep trying even in difficult situations
P4-P6 o Overcome difficulties by exploring alternative solutions
Respect P1-P6
o Demonstrate awareness and sensitivity to different cultures
and religions
o Respond open-mindedly to different ideas and values
Teamwork
P1-P3
o Express ideas and allow opinions and views to be heard
o Fulfill different responsibilities and complete given tasks as
a group
P4-P6
o Influence peers positively
o Leverage on one another’s strengths and abilities to achieve
common goals
Some suggested ways
Parents are encouraged to allow your child to attempt the homework on their own. Guide your child, but do not do their homework for them.
Provide structures for students to develop good habits that support independent learning such as teaching them to file their worksheets and pack their bags.
Some suggested ways
Find out more (do not jump into conclusions) and always work with your child’s teachers first as they are the ones who know your child well.
Train your children to be able to relay information to their teachers & vice versa.
Helicopter Parents Source: https://www.schoolbag.sg/story/helicopter-parenting
Helicopter Parents
Assessment
• No weighted assessment for P1 and P2
• Our focus is on mastery of knowledge and skills
learnt
• Learning progress will be reported using
subject-specific qualitative descriptors at the
end of Semester 1 and 2 in the HDP
• Teachers take reference from students’ daily work
and their learning dispositions
Home-School Partnership• Parents are our one of our key
partners in the holistic education of the children
• Together, we will nurture our students to anchor on school motto & values and develop in them the desired Personal Qualities.
Partnership between School & Parents
Guiding Philosophy
Quality Relationships
Anchored on Mutual Trust and Mutual Respect
A mindset of partnership, collaboration and mutual support
Guided by MOE and Mee Toh School Ethos
Mee Toh School is committed to deliver quality education to all our
students, provide quality service to our partners and at the same time,
care for the well-being of our teachers and all who work here.
We will do our utmost to serve you with courtesy and respect and we
expect that you treat us with the same respect that you would like
to be accorded.
Please let us know if our efforts fall below your expectations. Your
feedback and words of appreciation will inspire us to continue to deliver
our best.
Thank you for working with us, making Mee Toh School Community a
gracious one, and the school a place conducive for learning, growth
and work!
Service Quality Statement
Mrs Jacelyn AngYear Head P1 & P2You can find me at [email protected]
Mrs Alice HiahAssistant Year Head P2You can find her at
Equipped our
students with
competencies
& values (PQs)
Metaphorically
Speaking,
Steer the ship in
the right course
over any treacherous sea
Reach their
destination
Confidently
Unharmed
Unfazed
Learning Experience - Holistic
Centre teachings on Character Devt & Citizenship Education
FTGP
SEAIP
ECG
CCE & NESS
Cyberwellness
SEL
GYS
History Curr
Camp
Assembly
Provide opportunities
for the children to be
aware of the unique
practices & values of
different culture
through various events
–Vesak Day, Total
Defence Day, Racial
Harmony Day, National
Day, International
Friendship Day, Festive
Celebration, Learning
Journey to Little India &
Labrador Historical Trail
Ignite the
Singapore Spirit
Provide
opportunities to pick
up life-long skills to
• strengthen
character
• work
collaboratively
with others
• pursue and enjoy
a physically active
& healthy lifestyle
• learn to
appreciate
aesthetic beauty
Desired Outcomes of PAM (PE, Art & Aesthetics) Education
• Exposes P1 and P2 students to learn in a creative, fun and enjoyable way
• Develop socio-emotional competencies such as respecting others and responsible decision-making
Programme for Active Learning (PAL)
Mee Toh 3-tiered Student Leadership Model
Developed to enhance student leadership potential
Environment
Ambassador
Junior Environment
Champion P4
Environment
Champion P5-P6
done
well
done
well
Revised Student Leadership Programme
Inquiry into the power of our beliefs
Growth Mindset
• Inculcate in the students that failure is not an evidence of unintelligence
• Failures are a springboard for growth and stretching of their abilities
• Constant encouragement and taking on the spirit of excellence
Growth Mindset
What is Not Growth Mindset
• Thinking that learning should not be challenging
• Let the child be
• Ignoring useful feedback
• Growth Mindset helps to develop the right Learning Dispositions
• See them through managing the more challenging curriculum
• Learning Dispositions Mee Toh focuses on are:
Resilience
Excellence
Respect
Confidence
Teamwork
LEARNING DISPOSITIONS
Develop Well-rounded Individuals
Cognitive
智
Physical
体
Social
群
Aesthetic
美
Moral
德
Student Handbook pages 26 & 27 & End-of-Term Reflections
Teachers
will guide students in
setting quantitative &
qualitative targets
with the end in mind
(Desired Outcome of
Education & PQs.)
Holistic Goal Setting
Develop - Well-rounded Individuals- Metacognition
Cognitive
智
Physical
体
Social
群
Aesthetic
美
Moral
德
Student Handbook pages 26 & 27 & End-of-Term Reflections
TERM 1
Week 3-4
Trs to guide children to set
aspirational goals. Children to
determine goals & plans/
strategies.
Week 6
Parents to support by
acknowledging the above. We will
work with children to execute their
plans/strategies to achieve goals.
Week 9-10
Trs to guide children to review
goals & evaluate
effectiveness of
plans/ strategies.
Holistic Goal SettingTERM 2-4
Week 1-2
Parents to support by
acknowledging updated
goals &
plans/strategies. We
will work with children to
execute their
plans/strategies to
achieve goals.
Week 9-10
Trs to guide children to
review goals & evaluate
effectiveness of plans/
strategies.
Reference Points for Parents
Throughout the year:
Worksheets
•Return worksheets
after completion of
each unit
•File in Term 1 units in
class (thereafter,
filing done at home)
•Send file home after
Term 1
End of Term 1 & 3:
Progress Report
•Provide feedback
on Subject-Specific
qualitative
descriptors &
learning
dispositions
End of Semester 1 &
2:
Holistic
Development Profile
(HDP) – Report Book
•Provide feedback on
Subject-Specific
qualitative
descriptors &
learning
dispositions
Teachers’ remarks
Co-Curricular Activities (CCA)
▫CCAs are integral to a holistic education
▫Active involvement builds resilience, excellence, confidence andteamwork
▫All CCA experiences are enriching and meaningful
▫All pupils should have one CCA from P3 onwards
▫CCA Awareness Day: Parents are invited to attend CCA Awareness Day
▫CCA Selection Day: Only students attend CCA Selection Day
Three broad CCA categories:
Co-Curricular Activities (CCA)
Visual & Performing Arts
Uniformed groups, Clubs and Societies
Physical Sports
How to help your child make his/her choice?
• Visit the CCA Awareness Day with your child.
• Hear your child out and discuss about it.
• Remind your child of what it takes to display ‘excellence’ in the CCA.
• What values and skills can your child learn from this CCA?
Co-Curricular Activities (CCA)
Direct Schools Admission (DSA)
Support holistic development of your child.
Allow your child to discover anddevelop his/her interests andtalents.
Your child can continue to develop his/her strength in the secondary school which offers the distinctive programme.
DSA allows students to seek admission to a secondary (sec) school based on your talents, potential & achievements that cannot be demonstrated at PSLE.
You may go to https://beta.moe.gov.sg/dsa/ to find out more about the strengths & distinctive programmes sec schools have to offer.
New single centralised DSA application portal. More will be shared when your child is at P6.
• Change in class size: 30 (in P2) to 40 (in P3)
• Therefore, there is a need to re-organise the students andthis process will take reference from a range of observationsand assessments of your child on areas which includemastery of knowledge and skills, and learning dispositions.
Student Movement at the End of P2
ACTIVITY DATE/PERIOD
Workshops for Parents (Malay Language) 9 March
2.30 p.m. – 4.00 p.m.
Parent-Child-Teacher Conference (PCTC) 1 28 May (full day) to
29 May (morning only)
Important Dates (Semester 1)
ACTIVITY DATE/PERIOD
CCA Awareness Day
(Parents to attend with your child)
1 September
3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
CCA Selection Day
(Only for P2 students, parents do not
attend this)
17 September
3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Home-based Learning (P2)Note: P1, P5: 1 October
P4: 5 October
P3: 6 October
2 October
Parent-Child-Teacher Conference (PCTC) 2 18 Nov (full day) &
19 Nov (morning only)
Important Dates (Semester 2)
Photograph(s) or video image(s) of the students may be captured during
school events, programmes and related activities.
The school may use and publish such photographs and/or
video recordings positively in school publications, website, social media
channels, and other official school communication channels.
Use of Photographs & Videos