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Scope of presentation
1. Curriculum Structure 2. Sec Three Enrichment Programmes 3. Post-Secondary Options 4. Promotion Criteria
Curriculum Structure 2016
• Silent Reading Period:
0820hrs on Mon morning
0720hrs on Tue to Fri mornings
Students should read story books and newspapers to improve their language and to increase their global awareness (ALP).
• Morning assembly:
0830hrs on Mon morning
0730hrs on Tue to Fri mornings
Curriculum Structure in 2016
Day 1st Period Last Period Structured
Remedial
Other
Activities
Mon 0840 1440 1510 – 1610
Mathematics
Enrichment
Day
Tue 0745 1345 1415 – 1515
English
CCA starts at
1530
Wed 0745 1345 1415 – 1515
Humanities
Enrichment
Day
Curriculum Structure in 2016
Day 1st Period Last Period Structured
Remedial
Other
Activities
Thu 0745 1345 1415 – 1515
Science
CCA starts at
1530
Fri 0745 1235 1415 – 1515
MTL/C&T
CCA starts at
1430
Students offering Triple or Double Sciences will have an additional period from 1345 – 1440 on Tue, Wed and/or Thu.
Remedial is only for students who have been identified for intervention programmes.
Enrichment programmes
Objectives:
1. Supports the core curriculum and provides students with experiential learning opportunities
2. Supports school efforts to provide holistic education to students
Enrichment programmes (SEM 1)
1. Mother Tongue Language Fortnight (Jan)
2. BV Applied Learning Programme (ALP) for 3E Students (Jan to Feb)
3.Visit to Singapore Arts Museum for Arts Students (Mar)
4. Level Camp (Mar)
5. Learning Journey to the Parliament House (Mar to Apr)
6. ignITE Skills Challenge 2016 (Apr to May) for 3NT Students
7. BV Learning for Life Programme (LLP) for UG (May)
Sec 1 Parent Teacher Conference 11
Sec 4N(A) Sec 4N(T)
GCE ‘N’ Level (in 2017)
Sec 5 N
JC MI ITE
GCE ‘A’ Level
University
Employment
GCE ‘O’ Level (in 2017 for 4E, 2018 for 5N)
Sec 4 E
Polytechnic
Overview of Pathways Pathways for Normal (Academic) Students
2 years ITE Direct Entry Scheme
to Polytechnic Prog (DPP)
10 weeks Prep Programme
GCE O-Level Exam 1 year Sec 5
Polytechnic (3 years)
2 years ITE Nitec 2 years ITE Higher Nitec
NAFA/ LaSalle (3 years)
Polytechnic (3 years)
1 year Foundation
Programme (PFP)
Polytechnic (2 years)
Junior College (2 years) / Centralised
Institute (3 years)
1 3 2 4
GCE N-Level Exam 4 years N(A) Course
PROGESSION PATHWAYS AT THE END OF SEC 4
4E/5NA JUNIOR COLLEGE
MILENNIA INSTITUTE (MI)
POLYTECHNICS
ITE (NITEC OR HIGHER NITEC)
4NA PROGRESSION to SEC 5NA
DIRECT ENTRY SCHEME TO POLY PROGRAMME (DPP)
POLY FOUNDATION PROGRAMME (PFP)
ITE (NITEC)
4NT ITE NITEC COURSES
Eligibility Criteria to Junior Colleges
• L1R5 ≤ 20 excluding Bonus Points E.g. CCA Points (L1 refers to Language 1, R5 refers to Relevant 5 Subjects)
L1R5: For JC Course
L1 First Language – English / Higher Mother Tongue
R5 Relevant Subject 1 – Humanities / Higher Art / Higher Music / Malay / Chinese (Special Programme) / Bahasa Indonesia
Relevant Subject 2 – Mathematics / Science
Relevant Subject 3 – Humanities / Higher Art / Higher Music / Mathematics / Science / Malay / Chinese (Special Programme) / Bahasa Indonesia
Relevant Subject 4 – Any GCE ‘O’ Level subjects excluding CCA and Religious Knowledge
Relevant Subject 5 – Any GCE ‘O’ Level subjects excluding CCA and Religious Knowledge
Eligibility Criteria to Polytechnics
• ELR2B2 ≤26 points (EL refers to English Language, R2 refers to Relevant 2 Subjects, B2 refers to Best 2 Subjects)
• Meet the Minimum Entry requirements (MER) for their respective polytechnic courses
• The MER for each polytechnic course can be found on the polytechnics’ websites
Guidelines for DSA-JC / DPA Application
• Application form from respective JCs / Polytechnics
• Sec 3 and 4 Exam Results
• Teacher’s / Instructor’s Recommendation (based on the niche area of application by respective JCs / Polytechnics E.g. UG/Sports/Performing Arts/Leadership)
• CCA Records E.g. Certificates of Recognition/Awards
Find out from websites regarding application criteria
Polytechnic Foundation Programme (PFP) and DES-to-Poly Programme (DPP-ITE to Poly)
• PFP and DPP were first launched in 2013 to provide “Through-train” options to the polytechnics for good-performing Sec 4N(A) students
• PFP eligibility: ELMAB3 ≤ 11 points or better (EL refers to English,
MA refers to Mathematics, B3 refers to Best 3 Subjects)
• DPP eligibility: ELMAB3≤ 19 points or better (ITE to Poly)
• PFP & DPP eligibility exclude Bonus Points E.g. CCA Points
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Minimum Requirements for Promotion for
Sec 3 Express
Pass EL and 2 other subjects OR
Pass percentage in 5 subjects
Retention at Sec 3 Express
OR
Laterally transferred to 4NA if at maximum age
Promoted to Sec 4 Exp
No Yes
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Minimum Requirements for Promotion for
Sec 3 N(A)
Grade 5 or better in EL and 2 other subjects, OR
Grade 5 in 4 subjects
Retention at Sec 3 N(A) Promoted to Sec 4 N(A)
No Yes
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Minimum Requirements for Promotion for
Sec 3 N(T)
Grade D or better in 2 subjects, including EL or Mathematics
Retention at Sec 3 N(T) Promoted to Sec 4 N(T)
No Yes
How the school is preparing students
• Motivational Talks/Workshops
• Education and Career Guidance
• Remedials
• Bridging Programme
Parents’ role in this whole process: What can parents do to help? 1) Have open communication with:
a) Your child
b) The school
2) Be aware of:
a) Time-table & after school activities e.g. CCA, enrichment / remedial classes
b) Exams structure and test schedules
KEY NOTES ABOUT DISCIPLINE Sharing With Our Partners: Parents & Guardians
We Discipline Because We Care
Respect . Responsibility . Integrity . Service . Excellence
SH Discipline – Mr Lee Khai Yin
‘4P’ FRAMEWORK Our Discipline Beliefs
We Discipline Because We Care
POSITIVE Use positive reinforcements to increase likelihood of repeating
desirable behaviour
PREVENTIVE Take measures to encourage students to display desirable
behaviour at all times
PROACTIVE Rehabilitate by repairing relationships between offender and
victim(s)
PUNITIVE Use mainly positive punishment to decrease likelihood of
undesirable behaviour
THE ‘4A’ Attendance . Attitude . Accountability . Attire
We Discipline Because We Care
Attendance
Attitude
Accountability
Attire
ATTENDANCE Attendance
We Discipline Because We Care
• Morning Assemblies
• Lessons (e.g. Remedial, Supplementary)
• Enrichment (e.g. Competitions)
• Co-Curricular Activity
• School Events (e.g. Speech Day, Cross Country Run, Graduation Ceremony)
We would like our students to achieve 100% attendance for school-related activities which they are down for, and turn up for them punctually.
ATTITUDE Attitude
We Discipline Because We Care
We would like our students to adopt good learning habits and a positive mindset.
• Demonstrate and apply the school values:
Respect
Responsibility
Integrity
Service
Excellence
ACCOUNTABILITY Accountability
We Discipline Because We Care
We would like our students to take ownership of their development and make responsible decisions as a contributing member of the class and school.
• Contribute to a conducive learning environment
• Contribute to a clean and hygienic environment
• Contribute to a caring environment
• Seek help or advice when necessary
ATTIRE (& GROOMING) Attire And Grooming
We Discipline Because We Care
We would like our students to look neat, in the appropriate attire.
• Complete school uniform (i.e. Name Tag, Shirt/Blouse, Pants/Skirt, Tie)
• Uniform should be regular-fit instead of slim-fit
• Neat overall appearance
HANDBOOK Student Handbook
We Discipline Because We Care
The Student Handbook is a good source of information for our students.
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CCA Objectives in BV 1. To provide students with a platform to discover their
interests and talents.
2. To progressively develop CCA-specific knowledge, skills, values and attitudes through sustained participation in CCA.
3. To provide a holistic and balanced education for students to learn core values, social and emotional competencies and the emerging 21st Century Competencies.
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CCA Objectives in BV
4. To emphasise social interaction by providing a common space for friendships and social integration amongst students of diverse backgrounds.
5. To develop a sense of identity and belonging to the school.
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Physical Sports
Badminton
Boys Only Football
Sepak Takraw
Netball Girls Only
Basketball Boys & Girls
Track & Field
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Uniformed Groups (UG)
Girl Guides Girls Only
NCC (Land) Girls
NCC (Land) Boys Boys Only
NPCC
Boys & Girls St John Brigade
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Visual & Performing Arts Groups
Angklung & Kulintang
Choir
Concert Band
English Drama
Guzheng
Modern Dance
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CCA Policy in BV • CCA participation is compulsory for all students in
secondary schools with at least ONE CCA.
• Allocation of CCA is based on Interest, Talent and School Needs.
• Attendance is compulsory and important.
• CCA activities will be suspended 2 weeks before Semester 1 and 2 Examinations.
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CCA Policy in BV
• School will assess requests for a change of CCA from students in the mandatory CCA on a case by case basis, and may allow for one change in CCA either at the end of Secondary One or Secondary Two.
• Students can only opt for a change at the beginning of each academic year.
Leadership
Enrichment
Achievement
Participation
Service
LEAPS 2.0 DOMAINS –to recognise students’ holistic development
• LEAPS 2.0
–Enrichment domain complements the other domains for students’ holistic development
–Will be recognised in School Graduation Certificate
–Will not have levels of attainment
Participation
• Affirms students’ sustained development in school-based CCA throughout secondary school
• Student can choose from Sports, Arts, Uniformed Groups, Clubs and Societies
Achievement
• Affirms students’ character development and efforts in representing the school/external organisations in events
• Students diverse interests and talents are recognised as events can go beyond CCA and beyond school
Key Information on LEAPS 2.0 Domains
Participation Domain in LEAPS 2.0
At least 75% attendance each year
• Levels 1 – 4:
• Participation in a CCA for 2 to 5 years
• Levels 4 – 5:
• Continuous involvement in the same CCA for 4 or 5 years
• Levels 3 – 5:
• Exemplary conduct and active contribution in CCA with at least 3 years of participation in any CCA
Achievement Domain in LEAPS 2.0
Representation • Level 1:
• Represent class / house / CCA (Intra-school)
Representation/Accomplishment • Levels 2 – 4:
• Representation school or external organisation in an event • Accomplishment in an event represented • Levels increase with no. of years of
representation/accomplishment • Level 5:
• Represent/accomplish Singapore / MOE / Singapore Schools / National Project of Excellence (NPOE) / UG HQ in international UG competitions
Leadership
• Affirms students’ development as a leader
• Students are developed through leadership modules, National Youth Achievement Award and leadership positions.
Service
• Affirms students’ contributions to the community and development as responsible and active citizens
• Students serve the community through schools’ Values-In-Action programmes
Key Information on LEAPS 2.0 Domains
Leadership Domain in LEAPS 2.0
Level 1:
• Completed 2 modules on leadership
Levels 2 – 3:
• National Youth Achievement Award:
• Level 2: Bronze
• Level 3: Silver and above
Levels 2 – 5:
• Recognition of progressive student leadership development through leadership positions
Level 1 – 4:
Highest level attained in either:
• Number of hours of service
• Number of VIA projects
• A combination of both
Level 5:
• VIA project:
• Student-initiated
• Impacts the community beyond the school
Service Domain in LEAPS 2.0
Co-Curricular Experience
Basic Requirement for Level of Attainment in
Domains
Bonus Points
Excellent 4,3,3,3 2
Good 4,1,1,1 3,2,1,1 2,2,2,1
1
Fair did not meet above criteria 0
Many researches have shown that children with more involved parents enjoy school more and have better school attendance. They are also more emotionally and socially well adjusted and better able to handle stress.
~Feb 09 The Straits Times
Partnering with Parents
• Parents as vital partners who can contribute significantly to the development and educational experience.
• Parents as key players in influencing and sharing their child’s attitudes towards school and learning.
How can parents be involved?
• Parenting your child
• Communicating with school
• Volunteering in school
Parenting your child
• FamilyMatter@School (A programme supported by the Ministry of Social and Family Development) equips parents with skills to nurture positive family relationship.
• Family Life Programmes to help parents to better connect with their children.
• School Coordinator : Ms Yeo Bee Bee
Parenting Skills Talk
Charting a Road Map for your Family • Date : 29 Jan 2016 • Time : 1700 - 1800 • Venue: Hall
I Can’t Live Without IT - Engaging the IT & Smartphone Generation • Date : 26 Feb 2016 • Time : 1700 - 1800 • Venue: Hall
Communicating with school
• Email mailing list
• Mid Year and End of Year Meet the Parents Session – 27 May and 28 Oct 2016
• Termly Calendar of Events
• Notification to Parents
• Termly Parents Link on school website
• School SMS
Volunteering in school
Parent Support Group (PSG)
• Be part of the BVSS family!
• Join the school’s parent support group so that you can be involved in the school’s programmes and activities.
Volunteering in school
PSG Welcome Tea
• Date : 16 Jan 2016
• Time : 0930 - 1100
• Venue: DNT Studio
• If you are keen to join us as a PSG member, please get in touch with us through phone or email.
• Joy Ho(SH Partnerships)