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Secondary 122 December 2016
Welcome to SST
ProgrammeWelcome Address
1-to-1 ICT-Enabled Learning
Mother Tongue & Third Languages
Co-Curricular Programme
Secondary 1 Orientation Programme
Parents-for-SST
Q&A at Various Venues- Mother Tongue & Third Languages- Co-Curricular Programme- Scholarships, Bursaries, Financial Aid- Parents-for-SST- Use of Learning Device
Transforming Learning · Impacting Society
A Global Leader in Transforming Learning
To nurture passionate innovators who improve society through real-world applications of science and technology
School Vision & Mission
School GoalsStudents of SST will be:• Life-long learners of character• Creative thinkers and innovators• Collaborative and independent problem solvers• Dynamic leaders in service of humanity• Active local and global citizens
10CsCommitment. Confidence. Courage. Collaboration. Communication. Cross-Cultural Sensitivity. Citizenship. Curiosity. Critical Thinking. Creative Thinking.
School Goals
School Values3Es:• Forging Excellence• Building an Empowered Community• Expanding Learning Networks
Operative values (4Rs):• Respect• Responsibility• Relationship• Reflection
SST’s Belief
All students CAN learn and will learn better with guidance and support from
both the school and home
Family-School Partnership
STUDENT’SSUCCESS
StudentSST
Family
Transition from Primary to Secondary
• Subject content becomes more rigorous and abstract
• Number of subjects increases• Compulsory CCA(s) & other extension
programmes• Longer curriculum time in school• More homework, assignments, project
work & performance tasks• Adapt to new environment, classmates
& ways of learning• Less hand-holding, more responsibility
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School Work & Activities
Time ManagementIndividual
Responsibility
EnvironmentPeople &
Relationships
Self-Discovery & Autonomy
SST Curriculum
• Based on O-Level Examination curriculum but enriched and enhanced for depth and breadth of learning
• Focus on higher order thinking and authentic problem solving
• ICT-enabled learning
Courses of StudyLower Secondary• Language Arts• Science • Mathematics• (Higher) Mother Tongue Language
(MTL)• Integrated Humanities• Art, Design, Media & Technology
(ADMT)• Interdisciplinary Research Studies• Infocomm Tech (ICT)• Innovation & Entrepreneurship (I&E)
Upper Secondary• English Language• (Higher) MTL• 2-3 Pure Sciences (choice)
– Biology– Chemistry– Physics
• Additional & Elementary Mathematics
• Combined Humanities (Social Studies + History/Geography)
• Applied Subjects – Biotechnology– Computing– Design Studies– Electronics
Student Life• Applied Subjects• Global Citizenship Programme (GCP) Level 2 & 3• Industrial and Research Attachment (IRAP)• Outward Bound Singapore Camp
• Career Fair & Guidance Talks
• Discover Camp (SUTD-SST Big D Camp, NTU-SST Flagship Programme, Learning Journeys)
• Graduation
• Exploring Entrepreneurship Camp at Ngee Ann Polytechnic (NP)• Orientation & Badge Night• Global Citizenship Programme (GCP) Level 1• SST-3M InnoScience Challenge
• Global Citizenship Programme (GCP) Level 2 & 3• Investigative Skills in Science Module (ISS)• Secondary 2 Outdoor Education Expedition
• STEAM Flagship Progamme (SunburST Makers’ Innofest/Coding Enrichment Camp)
School Support
• Teachers are nurturing and ready to provide support and guidance
• In-house school counsellor to provide relevant services
• Opportunities for talent development and additional exposure for balanced, holistic development of students
Communication With Parents• School Website – http://www.sst.edu.sg• Students Blog – http://studentsblog.sst.edu.sg/• Google+ Community• Principal’s Letter to Parents• Email / Telephone
– [email protected]– 6571 7200
• Meetings• Engagement Sessions and Workshops• School Events• Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ssts.1technologydrive
Digital Citizenship
ICT-Enabled Learning1-to-1 Learning ProgrammeLearning DeviceCyberwellness
Learning Device (LD) & Technology Use
Strong Advisory
• Judicious use: For learning purposes• Parents to monitor LD usage at home and to set
up usage routines, just as they would for any other activity
• Healthy, balanced routines during term time as well as the holidays
Parents’ Support Group
P-for-SST
Making A Difference To Your Child’s Learning Experience @ SST
Getting Ready for 1-to-1 ICT-enabled Learning
by Mr Dean Ang Ngee KengHOD ICT
2017
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Agenda for Briefing• Learning Device and Purchases
• 1-to-1 ICT-enabled Learning
• Communication Platforms
• Digital Citizenship Programme
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bit.ly/notestoday
Housekeeping Matters Venue for collection of Learning Device: 1030 - 1600 @ Learning Oasis 2
Talks - Introduction to Mac / Safety tips and insurance1030 - 1600 @ Multipurpose Room 4 (Next to LO2)
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Purchase of the Learning Devicehttps://www.sapuraglobal.com/sst
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Sec 1 registration info
Cost of a Macbook• Device
• Ranging from S$1950 to $3180• Software (Apps)
• $0 for now• Warranty - AppleCare Protection Plan (Optional)
• 1st Year (Free)• 2nd - 3rd Years (AppleCare - 13” - S$268, 15” - S$368)• 4th Year (Sapura - 13” - S$168, 15” - S$224)
• Insurance (Optional)• For device cost <=S$2500 - S$192.60• For device cost >=S$2500 - S$288.90
• SST Helpdesk (Compulsory)• ICT Helpdesk Subscription - approximately S$60.00
subjected to total enrolmentNote: The helpdesk subscription will be collected separately from all students, by the school.
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A Personal Story
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Funding Support• MOE Website• Independent School Bursaries• NEU PC Plus Programme
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What is 1-to-1 ICT-enabled Learning
Academic SubjectsEnglish Language
Mother Tongue LangMathematics
Science Integrated Humanities
Art, Design, Media & Technology (ADMT)
I&E, IRS, S&W, CE
Using ICT to…Investigate
Think CriticallyConstruct
CollaborateCommunicate
Create
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Communication PlatformsStudents Digital Passport - SST Account
Student-related Announcements Parent-related Announcements
Web-based Platform
Students Bloghttp://studentsblog.sst.edu.sg
Announcer- iOS / Android
SST Websitehttp://www.sst.edu.sg/blog/visitor-information/parents/
Email Accounts SST Account - Your Digital Passport
Problem(s)? Email to [email protected]
Student Data Management System (SDM)Registered Email(s) with SST
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Pre-school ICT Engagement Programme
https://goo.gl/mdmDKk
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Being an exemplary Digital CitizenCultivate
Good Work Habitsto maintain a
Balanced Lifestyle
Help your child to manage activities & practise safe use
involving the Learning Device
• Administrator right• Parental Control (setting limits to
access hours)30
The Acceptable Use Policy
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To be returned through the Form Teacher on 3 Jan 2017 (Tue)
L k out for a series of
Parents’ Engagement programmes
related toDigital Citizenship
in 2017
Announcements at SST Website & G+ Community for Parents
The Parents Engagement Programme
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1st Parents Engagement Programme
14 January 2017 (Saturday)0900-1200 @ Auditorium
This set of slides will be available via the school website (www.sst.edu.sg) Students Blog (http://studentsblog.sst.edu.sg/)
Thank You
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Mother Tongue Languages and Third Language Matters
by Mdm Bek Su Ling
Summary of Languages offered in SST
Languages Conducted at SST during curriculum hours
Conducted at designated language centres(MOE/Zonal) after curriculum hours
MT/HMT Chinese/Higher ChineseMalay/Higher MalayTamil/Higher Tamil
NA
Third Language NA French/German/JapaneseArabic/Bahasa Indonesia/Chinese or Malay Special Programme(CSP/MSP))
Non-Tamil Indian Languages(NTIL)
Hindi Bengali, Gujarati, Punjabi, Urdu
Higher Mother Tongue Languages (HMTL)
Criteria for OfferingHigher Mother Tongue Languages (HMTL)
• Students who offer Mother Tongue Language (MTL) or HMTL at the PSLE and
a. are ranked among the top 10% of the
PSLE; or
b. are in the top 11% - 30% who meet the language criteria (i.e. an A* grade in the MTL or at least a merit in the HMTL)
Criteria for offeringHigher Mother Tongue Languages (HMTL)
• Pupils eligible for HMTL will be invited to apply for offering HMTL immediately after the release of the PSLE results.
• On Sec 1 Registration Day, HMTL students will receive Form A
Sample of Form A
Reminders to HMTL students
HMTL is offered in SST. Students attend lessons in SST during curriculum time.
Incentives for offeringHigher Mother Tongue Languages (HMTL)
• A pupil who passes both English and HMTL at the GCE O-Level Exam (grades A1 to C6), and who qualifies for admission to Junior College (JC)/ Millennia Institute (MI) will be given a concession of 2 points in his application to the JC/MI of his choice.
For appeal cases• Students who do not fulfill the criteria but still wish to offer HMTL, please
visit the MTL booth on Sec 1 Registration day.• Complete and submit the HMTL Appeal Form by 24 December.• Application will be processed on a case-by-case basis.• Outcome of application will be released within 3 working days.
OthersPlease approach HOD MTL, Mdm Bek Su Ling for the following which requires MOE’s approval:
1. Application for MTL exemption; and
2. Application to offer Foreign Language, namely French, German or Japanese, in lieu of MTL (considered as second Language)
Third Languages
Third Language• Eligible pupils who are successfully admitted via the DSA-Sec Exercise
must also apply for Third Language during the S1 Option Exercise if they wish to take up a Third Language.
• Outcome of application to offer 3rd lang will be informed directly to students on Sec 1 Registration Day.
• Lessons will be conducted after school (at designated centres)
Third Language Registration
Students offered L3 to take note
Foreign Languages as 3rd Lang• If selected, pupils will attend Foreign Language (French/ German/
Japanese/ Spanish) classes at the MOELC at Bishan or Newton.
Asian Languages as 3rd Lang• If selected, pupils will attend Asian Language (Arabic/ Bahasa Indonesia)
classes at the MOELC at Bishan.
Chinese Special Programme (CSP)• Offered to non-Chinese students only• If selected, pupils will attend CSP classes at a school nearest to SST
(West Zone CSP center – Clementi Town Secondary School).
Malay Special Programme (MSP)• Offered to non-Malay students only• If selected, pupils will attend MSP classes at a school nearest to SST
(West Zone MSP centre – Bukit Batok Secondary School) or MOE Language Centres.
3rd Language/CSP/MSP classes• Lessons are conducted once every week (3 hr 15 min)• Students are advised to sign up for the latest slot, i.e. 3:30pm to 6:45pm
to avoid clashes with school activities• more details at MOE Language Center website:
http://www.moelc.moe.edu.sg/
Non-Tamil Indian Language Bengali, Gujarati, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu
Non-Tamil Indian Language (NTIL)• Only Hindi lessons conducted within curriculum time (by the Hindi Society)
in SST;
• Bengali, Gujarati, Punjabi, Urdu lessons are conducted outside school and outside curriculum time
CO-CURRICULAR PROGRAMME
Shared byMr Lam Hin ChewHOD Sports and
Wellness Programme
Integral Part of Curriculum
Complements Formal Curriculum
Enables Holistic Development
CCA is Compulsory
Develops Character
Bonus Points for Admission to JC
CO-CURRICULAR PROGRAMME
LEAPS 2.0 Grading System
LEadershipAchievementParticipationService (Values in Action)
Recognises students’ experiential learning and attainment in the four domains of the co-curriculum
Link to MOE Information on LEAPS 2.0 (PDF)
LEAPS 2.0 Grading System
Participation in External Activities
Participation
Attendance RateAt least 75% for each year
Absent From CCAMC or parent’s letter must be furnished to the CCA teacher when the student is back in school, otherwise he/she would be considered as absent without valid reason
Absence Without Valid ReasonDisciplinary action will be taken
Change of CCAOnly at the end of the year unless due to valid reasons.
CCAs Offered in SST
CCA Matters and Key Dates
CCA Fair - 13 Jan Friday (2.30 - 4.30)
CCA Tryout - 16 - 27 Jan
CCA Option - Submission of CCA Option Forms by 3 Feb Friday
CCA Allocation - Confirmation of CCA by 13 Feb Monday
No more tryout between 1 - 10 Feb except for those who are confirmed being selected by the CCA
Co-Curricular Programme
Co-Curricular Programme
Pls proceed to Block C 03-07 (CCP booth) if you have any further queries on CCP, CCA, LEAPS 2.0 Grading System
Note to ParentsThe Secondary 1 students still do not know their house colours. When school starts, they will be informed of their houses and then buy the attire from the vendors. (Special arrangement 3, 4, 5 Jan 9.00 a.m. to 3 p.m., normal is only on Monday)
THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION
Sec 1 Orientation & Badge Night
2017Dates: 3 - 6 Jan
“Excelling in all with Humility”
Objectives
• To facilitate the ease of transition to a secondary school environment in SST by building a foundation of camaraderie and teamwork amongst students
• To foster a sense of belonging to SST and to familiarise the students with the school’s culture and values (10Cs and 4Rs)
• To introduce students to a 1-to-1 technology-enabled learning environment
Highlights● 2D1N Orientation Camp (4 - 5 Jan, Wed- Thurs)● Workshops: Transitioning to SST● School and Neighbourhood tours: Familiarisation● Badge Night Ceremony (6 Jan, Fri) - Formality
Orientation Programme Schedule - Week 1
3 Jan (Tues) 4 Jan (Wed) 5 Jan (Thurs) 6 Jan (Fri)
7.20amReport to ISH (Blk D)7.40amFlag Raising2.30pm Dismissal
7.40amFlag Raising at ISHOvernight in school
7.40amFlag Raising12.30pm End of Orientation Camp & Lunch2.00pm - 6.00pmBadge Night Preparations
7.40amFlag Raising12.45pmDismissal & Lunch2.00pm - 5.00pmBadge Night Rehearsal5.30pm - 9.15pmBadge Night
Note: Parents can pick up the students from the Pickup/Drop Off point @ Blk D.
Attire and Things to Bring
DAY 1(3 Jan, Tues)
DAY 2, 3(4 - 5 Jan, Wed - Thurs)
DAY 4(6 Jan, Fri)
Attire:- SST Official Uniform (Polo Tee, Pants/Skorts)- Covered Shoes (Track Shoes/Canvas Shoes)Things to Bring:- Learning Device (LD)- Hardcopy book for reading- Notepad & Writing materials- Completed Consent Forms and Medical Declaration
Attire:- SST Official Uniform (Polo Tee, Pants/Skorts)- Covered Shoes (Track Shoes/Canvas Shoes)Things to Bring:*Packing list would be available on website and students would be informed through briefing.
Attire:- SST Official Uniform (Polo Tee, Pants/Skorts)- Covered Shoes (Track Shoes/Canvas Shoes)Things to Bring:- Learning Device (LD)- Notepad & writing materials
- Orientation for Day 1 and Day 3 will be conducted in SST.
- For Day 2, students will be out in the SST’s neighbourhood for familiarisation.
- More info can be found via the SST website under Admission, Year
1 Admissions, ‘2017 Secondary 1 Registration’ (eg. briefing slides & packing list).
- Consent Form and Medical Declaration can be found in the registration package. Please submit the completed forms through your child on 3 Jan 2017 (Tues) to their respective Form Teachers.
Important Notes
Safety Information
- Students unwell during Orientation programme: Inform their Form Teachers or Class Peer Support Leaders immediately.
- School is not allowed to administer any medication. Students must bring their own personal medication, if necessary.
- Students must not bring along expensive items like iPods/iPads/Handheld games/MP3 players.
Badge Ceremony 20176 Jan (Fri)
Badge Ceremony 2017
• Showcase of learning during Orientation Week
• Interaction time between parents and Form Teachers
• Dinner would be provided from 5.30pm.
• Badge Ceremony to formally induct the Secondary 1 students into SST will start at 7.00pm.
Badge Ceremony 2017
Note:Dresscode: Smart Casual (for parents) & Full school uniform (for students)Parents can RSVP their attendance online via a link provided on the Invitation Card.
6 January 2017 (Friday)
5.30pm - Sec 1 Class Hosting of Parents (In respective classrooms)
6.55pm - Parents to be seated at Multipurpose Hall (MPH) @ Blk D
7.00pm - Start of Badge Ceremony 2016
9.00pm - End of Badge Ceremony 2016 Cleanup by students
9.15pm - Dismissal of students
SST Code of Conduct
SST Code of Conduct
http://www.sst.edu.sg/about-sst/school-information/sst-code-of-conduct/
Attire & GroomingGentlemen:
- polo shirt to be tucked in at all times- a simple black belt to be worn if needed- shoes & socks- short and neat hair- Sports & Wellness top to be tucked in at all times
Ladies:- polo shirt (not tucked in) & skorts- shoes & socks- long hair to be neatly tied up - Sports & Wellness top to be tucked in at all times
SST Code of Conduct
School Smart Card (SSC)
School Smart Card (Concession Cards)
- All students entering Secondary One will each be issued a new Secondary Level School Smart Card (SSC) via the school. Students will receive the cards when they are available.
- In the meantime, they can continue to use their Primary level SSCs for concessionary travel, until they receive their new cards.
- Students can still purchase the Bus Concession Pass (BCP) using their Primary Level SSCs but they need to purchase the BCP for Secondary Level.
Thank You
Welcome to School of Science & Technology,
Singapore
Sec 1 Registration 2017
PforSST stands for Parents for SST, the parent support group
As parents of SST students, you are by default a member of the PforSST. As a member, you can get involved by:(1) Attending training / educational workshops.(2) Participating in social and educational programmes for students and other parents.(3) Being part of the feedback unit to build a nurturing, caring school and home environment for your child.
Our VISIONEvery parent, a connected and positive support for SST
and the students.
Our MISSIONTo provide opportunities for parents to contribute, support
and network for the benefit of the students.
Who Are We?
We are Passionate Parents, coming from different backgrounds and experiences with a common objective to
be a bridge between SST and the parents,
endeavouring to support the school and the parentsin the learning journey of our children.
PforSST 2017 EXCO
PforSST 2017 EXCOFATHERS@SST
Dads are most ordinary men turned by love into heroes, adventurers, story-tellers, and singers of song.Pam Brown
How Can I Get Involved?
There are a whole range of activities that you and I can be involved in.
Main Activities that we collaborated with the school include...
1) Secondary 1 Registration Day
2) SST Open House
3) National Day Celebration
4) Staff Appreciation Celebration
5) I & E Bazaar
Family Life Education (Parenting Workshop),
Fathers @ Schools,
Family Matters @ School
Family Matters @ School
Family Activities
Our Objectives
Volunteering Can Be Fun
Connecting YouConnecting Parents to Parents and Parents to School
● By providing your contact, the PforSST committee will add you to the communication
channels, via Whatsapp group and email, linking you to other parents and SST.● There will be a Whatsapp group for the level connect, as well as another for the class
connect.● The level connect comprises of parents in the Sec 1 cohort● The class connect comprises of parent of the students' class.● Each group is administered by the PforSST Committee members, and to assist with
queries, and event/activities publicity.
“ IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO RAISE A CHILD.BE A PART OF OUR VILLAGE”
I can do things you cannot, you can do things I cannot: together we can do
great things. Mother Teresa
Connect with us today!
Connect with us at PforSST Booth@ SST INC Level 3 Room 07
•Simply fill in the registration form and hand in to us, we connect with you.
•Like us at our Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/PforSST)
•Email us at [email protected]
Thank You
Function Room and Location
Briefing for Parents by Principal and HoDs Auditorium [A-04-01]
Pre-Orientation Programme for Students ISH [D-01-07]
Mother Tongue & Third Languages matters SST Inc [C-03-07]
Co-Curricular Activities Programme
Parents for SST [PforSST]
Scholarships, Bursaries & Financial Assistance Lecture Theatre [C-03-11]
Insurance Policy & AppleCare Protection Plan Multi-Purpose Room 4
Collection of Macbooks Learning Oasis 2 @ C-03-01
10.30 a.m. - 12.30 p.m.