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FROM THE YEAR HEAD… 2 January 2019
FROM THE YEAR HEAD… 2 January 2019
PROGRAMME FOR ACTIVE LEARNING (PAL)
PROGRAMME FOR ACTIVE LEARNING (PAL)
Philosophy of PALWhen children are just beginning school, we need to
Nurture students desire to learn
Be engaged in and enjoy what they learn
Develop a sense of competence and confidence
Social sphere goes beyond immediate family
Require to interact with peers
Must have social skills and appropriate dispositions for interaction and cooperation with others from different backgrounds
PROGRAMME FOR ACTIVE LEARNING (PAL)
Objectives
1. Provide students with broad exposure and experiences through fun and varied activities in 2 broad areas:
- Sports & Games and Outdoor Education
- Performing Arts (Music & Dance) and Visual Arts
2. Facilitate holistic development of students in the 5 learning domains of moral, cognitive, physical, social and aesthetic.
3. Provide varied avenues for pupils to develop social and emotional competencies.
PROGRAMME FOR ACTIVE LEARNING (PAL)
Characteristics of PAL
Experiential in nature
Encompasses learning in a creative way
Provides opportunities for children to create
Incorporates Values Education & Social-Emotional Learning
Fun & Enjoyable
PROGRAMME FOR ACTIVE LEARNING (PAL)
What?
Integral part of curriculum for P1 & P2
Offers learning of soft skillsAbility to communicate clearly
Cooperate with others
Having a lively curiosity about the world they live in
A belief in their ability to accomplish a task or deal with a challenge
Broadens the learning experiences of students
PROGRAMME FOR ACTIVE LEARNING (PAL)
By the end of P2,
1. Exhibit confidence in what they do and express themselves effectively
2. Exhibit curiosity and positive attitude to learn
3. Enjoy group experiences and team work
PROGRAMME FOR ACTIVE LEARNING (PAL)
Level PAL Modules
Primary 1 Visual Arts
Sports & Games
Music
Primary 2 Outdoor Experience
Dance
Drama
VISUAL ARTS (P1)
SPORTS & GAMES (P1)
MUSIC (P1)
OUTDOOR EDUCATION (P2)
DANCE (P2)
DRAMA (P2)
AREAS FOR COMMUNICATION
AREAS FOR COMMUNICATION
Sharing about your child - “All about My Child”
Attendance and Absence
Clarification and Concerns
Teaching strategies
PARENT SUPPORT GROUP (PSG)
The PSG is a great opportunity for all of you to be closer to your children, understand them better, and
help them in their education journey.
PARENT SUPPORT GROUP (PSG)
Benefits to you…
strengthen your understanding of your child’s school life
increase knowledge of the educational system and how your child can gain from it
know more teachers and forge good communication with them
PARENT SUPPORT GROUP (PSG)
Benefits to you…
increase your own sense of worth and experience through giving
sharpen your skills by equipping and upgrading yourselves with tech knowledge, good parenting skills and other relational skills relevant in today’s context
PARENT SUPPORT GROUP (PSG)
Benefits to your child…
show more positive attitudes
have better school attendance and complete homework more consistently
be able to bridge the cultural gap between school and home
be less anti-social and less prone to behavioural issues
ROLES OF PSG
Supportive Partner in EducationThe PSG complements the school by aligning with the school’s vision & mission, supporting and strengthening the school’s programmes to improve our children’s well-being and learning
Bridge between Parents and School The PSG listens to parents’ feedback on school operations, practices and programmes, and provide feedback to the school. The PSG also facilitates the school ‘s communication to parents.
ROLES OF PSG
Resources to the SchoolThe parent volunteers (PVs) supply their time, energy and abilities to assist the school in its activities, so as to add value and enhance benefits to all pupils.
Magnet to Attract Other Parents The PSG synergise and reinforce the relationship among parents/guardians as they reach out to other parents.
AREAS TO SERVE
School activities e.g. Commemorative events, Teachers’ Day, Oral Days etc
Family Matters @ School Programme
PSG initiated activities
PSG @ Work – NVPS Open House
PSG @ Work – Children’s Day
