Parents’ Briefing

31 January 2015

GENERAL SCHOOL MATTERS

Reporting and Dismissal Time

Reporting time:

12.20 p.m.

1.20 p.m. (Thursdays only)

Dismissal Time:

6.00 p.m.

• For the safety of the child, please do not send

your child to school too early

• Please pick your child up at 6 p.m. punctually

• Please inform the school if you are unable to

pick your child up at the stated dismissal time

Latecoming

• Afternoon assembly will start at 12.20 p.m.

• Pupils who come after 12.20 p.m. are

considered late

• Pupils have to read a book while waiting

for assembly to start

*Frequent latecomers will be referred to the school’s counsellor

Absence from School

• Contact the school if child is absent from

school or unable to attend any activity

such as supplementary or remedial

• Call the General Office. (Tel : 67600178)

• Submit the medical certificate/ parent’s

letter of excuse to the teacher when child

returns

Absence from Formal

Assessments

• There is no make-up paper for all

subjects

• Submit the medical certificate to the

teacher when child returns – Children’s well-being comes first

HOLISTIC EDUCATION

Moral

Character Development Journey

Leadership Citizenship Moral

• Class

Leaders

• Prefectorial

Board

• CCA

leaders

• Learning Journey

• Service Learning Trip

• Community Involvement

* Project Care

* Recycling Thursdays

* School Cleanliness

Duty

• Character and

Citizenship

Education

* Cultural

Immersion

Programme

• CIRA Reward

Programme

• CCE lesson

CIRA Reward Programme

CIRA reward programme

aims to encourage pupils to

exhibit the school value and

they are rewarded by CIRA

stamps for doing so

CIRA Reward Programme

Has your child talk to you about the

CIRA rewards or his/her experiences in

school with you?

• Be a good listener

• Ask your child to share his/her experiences

in school Don’t just ask “Any homework today?”

“How was school?”

Good starting questions eg “What did

you like about school today?” “What

good thing have you done today?”

HOLISTIC EDUCATION

Physical

Oral Health Status

• Percentage of our P1 to P6 pupils who has

1 or more decayed teeth is HIGH

• Parents are encouraged to remind their

children to brush their teeth after every

meal

Physical Activity

• It is recommended that children should

perform physical activities for at least 60

minutes daily

How many of you think that your child

performs physical activities for at least 60

minutes daily?

• Accompany children to perform more

physical activities as a family like

– brisk walking, climbing the stairs instead of

taking the lift, cycling at the park, swimming,

hiking, in-line skating etc.

Parental Support

School Bag

• Bring minimal stationery

• Carry only the required books and

essential items to school

• Pack the bags according to the timetable

daily

HOLISTIC EDUCATION

Financial

Pocket Money

• Right amount of pocket money Teach children important budgeting lessons

Children learn how to spend

Instil the good habit of saving

• Healthy Meals in Schools Programme

Healthy set meals incorporate food

from 4 main food groups –

rice / noodles + meat

+ vegetables + fruit

Set meal (medium) - $1.50

• Encourage pupils to drink plain water

HOLISTIC EDUCATION

Cognitive

Homework Guidelines

Definition of Homework

• Homework is any learning activity

that students are expected to

complete outside of school hours

• This includes assignments, projects,

revision of school work, studying for

spelling and tests, and preparation

for discussion due on the next day

Purpose of Homework

For the Child

• reinforce learning and deepen

understanding of lessons taught

• allow students to regularly practise, and

apply skills and concepts taught

• develop good study skills and habits

• encourage greater ownership and

responsibility for independent learning

Purpose of Homework

For the Parents

• timely information on the learning progress

of their child; and

• opportunity to be involved in the child’s

learning

How long does your child spend his/her

time doing homework every day?

School Support

• To ensure optimal learning, the amount of

homework given will be coordinated amongst

teachers :

• Daily – 15 – 45 mins

• Weekly – Max 4 hours

Homework and Spelling

Homework Spelling

English

Mathematics Every day

Friday

Mother

Tongue Tuesday

Parental Support

• create a home environment conducive

for studying

• supervise and provide support for child’s learning

• reinforce good study habits and attitudes

• be mindful of the stresses arising from school

homework and out-of-school activities, and help

their children prioritise their time among these

activities

• work in partnership with teachers to support

child’s learning and development

Remedial Lessons

English and

Mathematics

Mother Tongue

Tuesday 10.30 – 11.30 a.m.

Will commence on 23th

Feb.

Monday 10.15 – 11.15 a.m.

*MT pupils may have remedial on

other days. Please refer to the

consent forms.

Filing Assignments/Worksheets

• Files will be returned twice a term, week 5

and 8.

• Parents to acknowledge by signing the

worksheets that are marked.

English Activities for Primary 2

• Speech and Drama

• Library & Reading Programme

• Visit to the Bird Park

ASSESSMENT

English

TERM 1

Show & Tell

TERM 2 Listening Comprehension

Oral

Review 1 - Vocabulary MCQ, Grammar

MCQ, Grammar Cloze, Vocabulary Cloze,

Comprehension MCQ

TERM 3 Composition

Review 2 - Vocabulary

MCQ, Grammar MCQ,

Grammar Cloze,

Vocabulary Cloze,,

Comprehension (1

passage testing on a

variety of items)

TERM 4 Listening Comprehension

Oral

Composition

Paper 2 – Vocabulary MCQ, Grammar MCQ,

Grammar Cloze, Vocabulary Cloze,

Comprehension (1 passage testing on a

variety of items)

Mother Tongue

TERM 1 (Practice Only)

Listening

Speaking

Reading

Writing & Language

Use

TERM 2

Listening

Speaking

Reading

Writing & Language Use

TERM 3

Listening

Speaking

Writing & Language

Use

TERM 4

Listening

Speaking

Reading

Writing & Language Use

MATHEMATICS HOLISTIC ASSESSMENT

Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 Formative

Assessment

Mental Sums

Topical Worksheet

Mental Sums

Topical Worksheet

Mental Sums

Topical Worksheet

Mental Sums

Topical Worksheet

Teacher Observations -

Rubrics

• Model drawing

Performance Task 1 -

Checklist

• Multiplication and

Division

Problem Solving –

Rubrics

• Length

Performance Task 2 -

Checklist

• 3D figures

Summative

Assessment

Review 1

• Numbers to 1000

• Addition within

1000

• Subtraction within

1000

• Word problems:

Addition and

Subtraction

Review 2 (30%)

• Multiplication and

Division

• Multiplication

Tables of 2, 5 and

10

• Multiplication

Tables of 3 and 4

• Word problems:

Multiplication and

Division

Review 3 (20%)

• Length

• Two-step word

problems:

Addition and

Subtraction

• Mass

• Money

End-of-Year Exam

(50%)

• Whole Numbers

• Measurement

• Fractions

• Data Analysis

• Geometry

EXAM FORMAT

Part Item Type No. of

Qns

Marks per

Section

Duration

Multiple choice 10 15

1 hr 30 min Short answer

Structured/

Long-answer

17

3

25

10

Total 30 50

ICT- Online Portal

Our school recognises the benefits of

online interactive learning in enriching

our pupils’ learning experiences beyond

the classroom. Your child’s teachers will

assign lessons and tasks throughout the

year using our online portal, MCOnline –

www.mconline.sg. The annual

subscription for your child to access the

online portal is $31. This amount is fully

borne by the school.

.

Login ID:

Txxxxxxxxx

School :

westvps

Password:

mconline

Information & Communciation

Technology (ICT)

ICT Programme

ICT Skills Objectives

Use of Word

Processing

Tool –

MS Word

Use MS Word to create a

poster

Drawing Create a drawing using

Doodle Buddy.

Aesthetics Development

(Art)

• Primary 1 & Primary 2: Basic Drawing and Colouring using Oil Pastels

• Pupils will be taught the basic skills in drawing and colouring. They will develop skills and confidence in using and handling visual elements such as colours, tone, pattern and texture.

Every Child, A Talented Pupil

• Arts Appreciator

• Creative Communicator

• Passionate Performer Vision for the Aesthetics (Music, Visual and the Performing

Arts):

M astery of Values, Skills and Knowledge

U nderstanding of People and Cultures

S elf-discipline and Self-expression

I dentification of Talent in every child

C reativity in every Child

Aesthetics Development

(Music)

• General Music Programme (GMP) that will help pupils to develop awareness of and appreciation for music of various cultures

• Creative Learning @ West View where pupils get to

1) Compose songs about Care and perform their songs

2) Create their own percussion instruments using wooden chopsticks

3) Create movement to Music and improvise on rhythms

• SG50 – Singing of Singapore songs and cultural songs

• Young Musician Programme – Sing, play the keyboard, buzz with cornet and play rhythm sticks

• General Art Programme

– provide a broad and holistic art curriculum

involving 2D and 3D artworks.

– develop pupils’ imaginations, creative thinking

skills, aesthetic awareness and appreciation

– Fundamentals of colours and composition

• IT lessons

– Create artwork using an iPad – Doodle Buddy

Aesthetics Development (Art)

Programme for Active Learning

(PAL)

• Programme for Active Learning consists of

modules of activities in the two broad

areas, Sports and Outdoor Education,

Performing Arts (Music and Dance) and

Visual Arts, which are carried out within

the curriculum.

Schedule for P.A.L PRIMARY TWO (2015)

CLASS / DATE

(Tuesday)

JANUARY - OCTOBER

TERM 1

20, 27JAN

3, 10, 24 FEB

3, 10 MAR

TERM 2

24, 31 Mar

7,14, 21 APR

5, 12 MAY

TERM 3

30 June

7,14, 21, 28 JULY

4, 11 AUG

TERM 4

25 Aug

1, 15, 22, 29 SEP

6, 13OCT

• 2 ADVENTUROUS

• 2 BRILLIANT Outdoor Ed Drama Visual Arts Sports & Games

• 2 CREATIVE

• 2 DYNAMIC Sports & Games Outdoor Ed Drama Visual Arts

• 2 ENERGETIC

• 2 FASCINATING

Visual Arts

Sports & Games

Outdoor Ed

Drama

Form Teacher Guidance Period

(FTGP)

The Form Teacher Guidance Period was introduced to primary schools in 2010 in support of there commendations by the Primary Education Review and Implementation (PERI) Committee.

Objectives:

• To provide time for form teachers to build positive relationships with their pupils.

• To allow for purposeful pupil-teacher interactions and the explicit teaching of Social-Emotional competencies.

Form Teacher Guidance Period

(FTGP)

Lessons are designed with activities for pupils to acquire skills that will help them to:

• Self-Awareness

• Self-Management

• Social Awareness

• Relationship Management

• Responsible Decision Making

Conducted one period a week by form and co-form teacher.

Positive Teacher-Student

Relationship

• Caring and supportive school environment

• Pupils perceive that they are respected

and supported by their teachers

• Positive impact on

– academic outcomes

– social and emotional development

– behavioural competence

http://www.moe.gov.sg/education/programmes/social-emotional-learning/

Positive Teacher-Student

Relationship

• Form Teacher Guidance Period (FTGP)

– More quality teacher-student interaction through activities

– Equip pupils with social and emotional competencies

– One period per week

• Teacher-Pupil Interaction Time (TPIT)

– Form and co-form teacher speak to pupils individually

– Pre-assembly on Tuesdays and Fridays

– School hall

West View Celebrates SG 50

Objectives

To introduce seven founding fathers to pupils and to create awareness of their contributions to Singapore’s development.

To engage pupil in meaningful activities pertaining to the contributions made by our founding fathers.

Each month focuses on contributions by 1 Founding Father

Pre-assembly, recess and/or classroom activities

Counselling @ WVPS

• Equips pupils with the necessary skills to overcome obstacles

• Provides emotional support for pupils

who may be feeling down, stressed or are experiencing struggles

• When will counselling be conducted:

referrals made by teachers referrals made by parents pupils approach Counsellor directly

NOTE: We would like parents/guardians to give this process the time &

effort it deserves before any change can take place.

Our School Counsellor,

Ms Evon Ng

Counselling @ WVPS

If you would like to have a discussion with the Counsellor, you may send an email to schedule for an appointment:

– Ms Evon directly at

evon_ng@moe.edu.sg

OR – the school at wvps@moe.edu.sg

(ATTN: School Counsellor)

Our School Counsellor,

Ms Evon Ng

Preferred Modes of

Communication

• Handbook

• Email

• Call the school to leave a message

Thank you. Together we will make a difference in your

child’s education.