Principal Meets Parents Secondary 2
Agenda
• MOE Directions
• School Strategic Direction
• Sec 2 Programme
• Theme for 2017
• Key Challenges • Disruptions to economy
• Rise of radicalism and terrorism
• New fault lines
• Our Responses • Refresh our effort to strengthen
the Singapore Spirit
• Enhance students’ intrinsic motivation and Entrepreneurial Dare by fostering Joy of Learning
MOE Directions
Survival
Driven
• 1959 – 1978
Ability-Based,
Aspiration Driven • 1997 – 2011
Skills/Capital-
Intensive
Knowledge-Based
Innovation-Driven
Industrialisation
Changes in tandem with our nation’s economic development
Student-Centric,
Values Driven • 2012 onwards Efficiency
Driven • 1979 – 1996
Our education system has been evolving
to prepare our children for the future
Strengthening
the
Singapore Spirit
Appreciating our Singapore story
Building authentic experiences that impact &
connect
Co-constructing our Singapore together
Joy of Learning could look like …
• Engaged Learning
Focuses on interactions between teacher and student
During lessons and co-curricular experiences
Engages students’ head, heart, hands
+
• Supportive Environment and Culture
Focus on learning process, rather than
results – for both teachers and students
Opportunities for self-learning,
exploration in non-graded settings
Space to try new things, explore interests, fail, reflect
Do our graduates have “Entrepreneurial Dare”?
14%
18%
20%
54%
56%
73%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80%
OTHER TECHNICAL
BUSINESS SKILLS
SUCCESSFUL JOB
EXECUTION
BUSINESS PLANNING &
MANAGEMENT SKILLS
DEMONSTRATED
LEADERSHIP QUALITIES
GLOBAL OUTLOOK
STRATEGIC THINKING /
DEVISING CREATIVE
SOLUTIONS
As you recruit Singaporean
executives/managers, which skills are
in the shortest supply?
Source: American Chamber of Commerce (Singapore) – SG50 Commemorative Report
"The way to do it is to keep the academic rigour but build in our students the X-factor - that entrepreneurial dare."
"It's a mindset. An attitude of wanting to do better, find break-throughs, of wanting to innovate. If I were to use a Hokkien word, it would be chiong, not a reckless chiong, but taking into account the risks involved and doing it anyway."
What is Entrepreneurial Dare?
Our Desired Outcomes
Confident Person
- Thinks independently
- Communicates
effectively
- Has good inter-
personal skills
Self Directed Learner
- Takes responsibility for
own learning
- Questions, reflects,
perseveres
- Uses technology
adeptly
Concerned Citizen
- Is informed about world
and local affairs
- Empathises with and
respects others
- Participates actively
Active Contributor
- Exercises initiative and
takes risks
- Is adaptable, innovative,
resilient
- Aims for high standards
Desired Outcomes
of Education (Revised 2009)
The school crest is formed by the letter M for Meridian Secondary School and is designed with two
adjoining peaks to represent the unity of Coral Secondary School and Siglap Secondary School.
The peaks stand tall and exude strength in solid foundations.
The silver, blue and green colours symbolise Innovation, Leadership
and The Arts.
The silver peaks symbolise an innovative environment to cultivate creative thinkers.
Supporting the silver peaks are two pillars in blue and green which retain the heritage of both
schools.
The first pillar in blue symbolises Leadership and the other in green symbolises The Arts.
Together, they represent the strength and unity of Meridians to reach new heights.
School Vision and Mission
School Vision
Joyful Learners, Creative Thinkers, Compassionate Leaders
School Mission
To nurture in Meridians inquiring minds and caring hearts for their pursuit of excellence
School Vision
Joyful Learners , Creative Thinkers , Compassionate Leaders
We want to nurture Meridians to become :
Joyful Learners who are self-motivated, have a strong sense of curiosity, take delight in learning and strive for excellence.
Creative Thinkers who are imaginative, inquiring, analytical and innovative.
Compassionate Leaders who can empathise with others, and take the initiative to lead changes.
School Mission
To nurture in Meridians inquiring minds and caring hearts for their pursuit of excellence
Inquiring minds ask questions and seek answers constantly (JL, CT)
Caring hearts empathise and take actions to improve the lives of others (CL)
Pursuit of Excellence refers to continuous efforts towards attaining one’s best.
School Values – RICH
Resilience
Integrity
Compassion
Humility
School Values – RICH
Resilience – A person who is resilient has emotional strength and perseveres in the face of challenges. He manifests courage, optimism, adaptability and resourcefulness. Integrity – A person of integrity upholds ethical principles and has the moral courage to stand up for what is right. Compassion – A person who is compassionate acts with care and kindness. He contributes to the betterment of the community and the world. Humility – A person who is humble demonstrates respect and the willingness to learn and serve others.
School Motto
Unite to Reach
New Heights!
Post-Secondary School Tracks
4 MAIN TYPES OF TRACKS
1. Junior Colleges (JCs) or Millennia Institute
3. Institute of Technical Education (ITE)
2. Polytechnics
Prepares students for the GCE ‘A’ level examination
Trains students with relevant skills for the workplace in a knowledge-
based economy.
Equips students with technical knowledge and skills relevant to the
industry.
4. Private Schools & Institutions (LaSalle/NAFA etc)
Curriculum is determined by the school and alternative options are
provided for students
Express Stream Options
Based on a student’s Sec 4 O-Level exam he/she could…
enrol in a Junior College or Millennia
Institute (A-Level)
enrol in ITE (Higher Nitec). Possibility of
entering Poly if he/she does well enough
enrol in a Polytechnic (diploma)
enrol in NAFA or LaSalle (unique arts
programmes)
“Top 10% of the
cohort: Enrol in a 1-
year Poly
Foundation
Program.”
S4 NA S5 NA
“Take the O-level
exam one year
later if ELMAB3
<=19.”
“11-30th% of the cohort: Enrol in a 2-year Higher Nitec course at ITE which leads to the Polytechnic” (DES-to-
Poly)
Normal (Academic) Journey
“Enter ITE to read
Nitec courses, which
progess to Higher
Nitec courses.”
Normal (Academic) Options
After the release of the Sec 4 N-Level results students can:
Normal (Technical) Options
Normal (Technical) Journey
S1NT S4NT “After N-Level
a)enter ITE (Nitec courses)
b)laterally transfer to S4N(A) if
students do well
- At Sec 1N(T) to Sec 2N(A)
- Sec 2N(T) to Sec 2N(A)
- Sec 3N(T) to Sec 3N(A)
- Sec 4N(T) to Sec 4N(A)
Possible entry points into N(A) stream :
Pathways available for N(T) students
GCE N-Level Exam – N(A) and N(T)
2 year ITE
NITEC
Polytechnic
University
Degree
2 year ITE
Higher NITEC Pre-requisite grades attained
Pre-requisite grades attained
Pre-requisite grades attained
Working World
Where there’s a Will, there’s a Way
1. Singapore’s education system is broad-based to ensure holistic development but yet flexible and diverse to meet the needs of everyone
2. Find the best fit education pathway to suit the student’s needs, abilities and learning styles
3. There are multiple pathways to success
Where there’s a Will, there’s a Way
Sec 2 Express Promotion & Lateral Transfer
Criteria Status
Pass in EL Pass in overall percentage of all subjects combined
Promoted to Sec 3 Express
Not met minimum attainment
Transferred to Sec 3 Normal Academic
Sec 2 NA Promotion & Lateral Transfer
Criteria Status
70% or higher in the average of all subjects and deemed able to cope with the more demanding course
Eligible for Lateral Transfer to Sec 3
Express
Minimum attainment
• Pass in EL and 2 other subjects, OR
• Pass in 4 subjects
Promoted to Sec 3 Normal Academic
Not met minimum attainment Retained in Sec 2NA
Sec 2 NT Promotion & Lateral Transfer
Criteria Status
Minimum of 70% in the overall percentage of all subjects combined and deemed able to cope with the more demanding course
Eligible for Lateral Transfer to Sec 2NA
Minimum attainment
• Pass in 2 subjects, one of which should be EL or Mathematics
Promoted to Sec 3 NT
Not met minimum attainment Retained in Sec 2NT
Co-curricular Programme
Date Events
January Sec 2 Level Camp
Ongoing Co-curricular Activity (CCA)
Ongoing Values in Action Projects
Ongoing National Youth Achievement Award (NYAA)
Guiding Principles • Values and Character Development • Inculcation of National Values and Skills • Promote Social Integration
Importance of CCA
• CCA is compulsory
• Every student to participate in 1 CCA
• 2nd CCA requires approval
• Complete at least 2 modules of each domain in Character Development Programme (CDP)
• Participation in School Activities (e.g. Cross Country) is compulsory
• Participation considered for Conduct Grade
LEAPS
L - Leadership
E - Enrichment
A - Achievement
P - Participation
S - Service
Encourage and motivate young people between the ages of 14 and 25 to develop personal qualities of self-reliance, perseverance and a sense of responsibility to oneself, society and nation.
• Level of Awards - Bronze, Silver, Gold for different age groups
• 5 Requirements • Service
• Adventurous Journey
• Skills Development
• Physical Recreation
• Residential Project
Home-School Partnership Help to reinforce that child
• Maintains scholarly image and behaviour
• Attends school regularly and punctually
• Is engaged meaningfully after school hours
• Stays focused and persevere
• Maintains healthy lifestyle and stay fit
• Attends CCA
We encourage students to study in school -
their home away from home – and use school facilities
No loitering in public in school uniform
• Work with and support the teachers
• Always communicate and clarify with teachers when there are concerns
• Allow teachers to focus on professional work to help students as much as possible
• Work together to bring out the best in the students
Parent-Teacher Collaboration
Communication
• School Termly Letter
• Mass SMS
• School Website / Facebook / Instagram
• Principal Meet Parents (Term 1)
• Parent-Teacher Conference (May/Oct)
• Email to School Leaders / Year Heads / Key Personnel / Home Teachers / Subject Teachers
• Teachers: Refer to Handout
• Call the school number 65831387
• Parent Support Group Meetings
Theme for 2017
Unite to Reach New Heights!