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Hua Yi Secondary School
Meet-The-Parents Session
15 February 2013
Secondary One
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Secondary One 2013 Cohort
• Express Stream• Total Number of Classes : 4
• Normal (Academic)• Total Number of Classes : 2
• Normal (Technical)• Total Number of Classes : 1
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SCHOOL VISION
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SCHOOL MISSION
To nurture our students to be creative, independent, confident learners
who are gracious, humble and responsible citizens,
prepared for the challenges ahead.
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SCHOOL MOTTO
仁 义 智 群
Together we care and grow.
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SCHOOL VALUES
仁Benevolence
义 Justice
智 Wisdom
群 Togetherness
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Benevolence ( 仁 )• A Hua Yian aspires to be kind and generous
– Be kind to others; demonstrate graciousness; have respect for others and be civic-minded
Justice ( 义 )• A Hua Yian aspires to uphold integrity and treat others with fairness
• Observe fair play, and have respect for authority, and uphold integrity
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Wisdom ( 智 )• A Hua Yian aspires to lead by principles.
– Discriminate right from wrong; make informed and responsible decisions; cultivate independent life-long learning skills and persevere in the face of challenges.
Togetherness ( 群 )• A Hua Yian aspires to understand and serve the community wholeheartedly.
- Learn to grow together in harmony regardless of race and religion, and appreciate and preserve the unity and diversity of a multicultural society
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Student OutcomesHYSS Student Outcomes
Mission CreativeIndependent life-
long learnersConfident
Hua Yians are adept at solving problems
Hua Yians love learning
Hua Yians think critically in a
rapidly changing world
Values WisdomWisdomJustice
WisdomJustice
21st Century student
outcomesSelf-directed learner
Self-directed learner
Confident person
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Student OutcomesHYSS Student Outcomes
Mission CreativeIndependent life-
long learnersConfident
Hua Yians are adept at solving problems
Hua Yians love learning
Hua Yians think critically in a
rapidly changing world
Values WisdomWisdomJustice
WisdomJustice
21st Century student
outcomesSelf-directed learner
Self-directed learner
Confident person
Gracious HumbleResponsible
citizens
Hua Yians are socially
appropriate
Hua Yians are respectful and
polite
Hua Yians act on their conviction
that society comes before
self
BenevolenceJustice
TogethernessWisdom
BenevolenceJustice
TogethernessWisdom
BenevolenceJustice
TogethernessWisdom
Active contributorActive
contributorConcerned
citizen
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School Programmes and General Information
Ms Agnes Teo
Vice Principal
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Developing the Hua-Yian
Dimensions & Outcomes
1 CognitiveMotivated and independent learners; innovative and practical problem-solvers
2 PhysicalPhysically fit with skills, aptitude and attitude to maintain a healthy lifestyle
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Developing the Hua-Yian
Dimensions & Outcomes
3 AestheticAbility to communicate thoughts, ideas and feelings through visual and performing arts
4 Social & MoralHas a social conscience, moral integrity and a sense of national identity
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Developing the Hua-Yian
Dimensions & Outcomes
5 LeadershipEffective leaders and good role models; ability to inspire others to try new and untested endeavours
6 MoraleInterests, inclinations and aspirations are catered for, and satisfied within the school
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Promotion Criteria
Course Criteria
Sec 1 ExpSec 2 Exp
Pass in EL anda 50% average of the total for all subjects
Sec 3 Exp Grade 6 or better in ELand 2 other subjects
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Promotion Criteria
Course Criteria
Sec 1 N(A)Sec 2 N(A)Sec 3 N(A)
Grade 5 or better in a)EL and 2 other subjects, orb)4 subjects
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Promotion Criteria
Course Criteria
Sec 1 N(T)Sec 2 N(T)Sec 3 N(T)
Grade 5 or better in 2 subjects, one of which should be EL or Maths
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Promotion Criteria
Course Criteria
Sec 1 Exp Pass in EL and a 50% average of the total for all subjects
Sec 1 N(A) Grade 5 or better in a)EL and 2 other subjects, orb)4 subjects
Sec 1 N(T) Grade 5 or better in 2 subjects, one of which should be EL or Maths
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English Language
• Skills in Reading, Listening, Writing
• DEAR : Drop Everything And Read
• DEAL : Drop Everything And Listen
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DEAR
Every Tuesday and Thursday, 7.35 – 8.00 a.m.
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DEAL
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday, 7.25 – 7.30 a.m.
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Common Tests• Every Wednesday, 7.45 – 8.30 a.m.
• Schedule posted on school website
• Objectives:– Inculcate good, consistent study habits
– Build examination skills
– Streamline tests set by different departments and subjects
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Common Tests• Students with a valid MC will be
required to sit for a re-test, marks capped at 70% of total marks
• Included in Continual Assessment results
• Progress Reports in Mar and Sep• Mid Year Exam Report in May• End-of-Year Exam Report in Nov
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Assessment Weighting
Continual Assessment
Semestral Assessment
Semester EXP / N(A)
N(T) EXP / N(A)
N(T)
I 15% 20% 25% 20%
II 15% 20% 45% 40%
Overall 30% 40% 70% 60%
Total 100%
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Target Setting
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Target Setting
• The process of setting targets enables students to determine what they want to achieve
[academic targets]
• By knowing what they want to achieve, they determine what they need to focus on and how to improve
[behaviours]
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Target Setting
Challenge Plan
Maths: Don’t understand some methods
Ask my Maths teacher how to better handle such questions and revise 1 hour a day
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Target Setting
Challenge Plan
Chinese: Don’t recognise a number of words
Give myself regular spelling tests every Saturday
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Learning Beyond the Classroom
• Inter-department and integrated learning
• Learning Journeys to:– Peranakan Museum (C&T & MTL &
Humanities departments)
– Water Trail @ MacRitchie (Science & Maths departments)
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Form Teacher – Student Interaction Time
Every Tuesday
and Thursday
7.35 – 8.00 a.m.
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CCA Matters
Mr Cheong Kit Kee
HOD PE & CCA
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• To prepare students to face current and future challenges by equipping them with life-skills such as communication skills, decision making skills and innovative & entrepreneurial skills.
OBJECTIVES
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• To prepare students to live in a dynamic and vibrant society while instilled with strong moral values and positive social attitudes.
• To prepare students to live a healthy lifestyle by equipping them with the necessary knowledge and skills.
OBJECTIVES
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Guiding Principles
•Build Character, Team Spirit and Responsibility•Be broad-based with Opportunities to Specialize•Be Responsive to inculcating National Values & Skills•Promote Social Integration
MOE CCA Framework
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•All students must have a CCA
•All students are expected to be actively involved in CCA
•Students with attendance less than 75% will not be given any CCA point for that year
School CCA Policy
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MOE’s CCA Grading Scheme
Leadership
Enrichment
Achievement
Participation
Service
LEAPS
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LEAPS
Please refer to the Student Handbook for details
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LEAPS Example 1Category Descriptor Points
Leadership Captain – 3 years 3 3
Enrichment 6 modules (minimum) 3 3
Achievement•Representation Inter-School – 3 years 4 7
•Attainment NYAA – Bronze/Silver 2
•Accomplishment Qualified for Nationals 1
Participation Sports – 4 yearsIntra-school – 3 years(2 activities, every year)
43 7
Service Values in Action 3 3
Total A2 23
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LEAPS Example 2Category Descriptor Points
Leadership UG – Sergeant 4 4
Enrichment 6 modules 3 3
Achievement•Representation Inter-Unit Competition 2
4•Attainment NYAA – Bronze/Silver 1
•Accomplishment Best Unit Award – Bronze/Silver 1
Participation UG – 4 years 4 4
Service VIA 3 3
Total B3 18
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No. of points Grade Bonus
25 & above A1 2
20 – 24 A2 2
16 – 19 B3 1
13 – 15 B4 1
10 – 12 C5 1
08 – 09 C6 1
04 – 07 D7 0
01 – 03 E8 0
GRADES
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• All CCAs
– are held on all weekdays except Tuesdays
– start at 3.35p.m. and end latest by 6.05p.m. on weekdays
• Information on the various CCAs and practice time is available at our school website – www.huayisec.moe.edu.sg
CCA Schedule
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Conclusion:
1. Provide a holistic education for all.2. Develop the potential of the child to
the fullest.3. Require support of parents to
ensure that the child attends CCA regularly.
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School Health Advisor Programme
Ms Nur Baeyah
Student Health Advisor (SHA)
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Who are we?
• The Student Health Advisor (SHA) Programme is jointly administered by MOE and the Health Promotion Board
• SHAs are based in selected schools to provide health advice and counselling. We also work with the school to provide customised health promotion activities and programmes
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Our ProgrammesOur programmes include: •Nutrition counselling for targeted students•Smoking prevention and cessation programme•Provide health education to students with medical or chronic health conditions •Monitor attendances for referrals made by School Health Service Team to ensure students receive appropriate follow up at the Student Health Centre(HPB)
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Sessions with Student Health Advisor• Health counselling may be conducted individually or
in groups in school
• Frequency and duration of counselling sessions may vary according to individually needs
• May arrange for follow-up session(s) or updates on student’s health issues
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Sessions with Student Health Advisor• Counselling sessions will be conducted either during
their meal breaks or after school hours
• All information relating to the students and shared during the counseling sessions will be kept strictly confidential
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What do we do?
Interactive Activities
Customised Health Talks
Health Promotion Events
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I am available on….Hi, I am, Ms Nur Baeyah and I am your Student Health Advisor
I am located at: Level 4, Wellness Centre
I will be in Hua Yi on every:
Monday & Tuesday: 8.30am – 5pmAlternate Wednesdays: 8.30am – 5pm
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How to make an appointment? • The student may inform the teacher that
he/she would like to meet up with the SHA.
• Approach the SHA directly for an appointment (walk in).
• An appointment slip will be given to the student
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Contact
• Subject Teacher Contact List by class
• General Office Tel : 65634568
• Email : [email protected]
• School website : www.huayisec.moe.edu.sg
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