Welcome to Shuqun Primary School Primary 1 Orientation 2013

1. Welcome to Shuqun Primary School Primary 1 Orientation 2013

2. Welcome address by Principal • Matters pertaining to Primary 1 • Talk on transition to Primary 1 • Briefing on School rules, expectations and regulations • Talk on dental health services in school • Completion of Pupil Data Form • Fetching of child from classroom

3. P1 Orientation 2013

4. Starting Primary School Starting school can be liberating as well as daunting for both of you.

5. Preparation • Your child will face new places, people, rules and relationships. This can be both exciting and frightening. • You can help by familiarising your child with his/her new school environment right from today. • Point out the school whenever you pass it. • Tell stories about what you enjoyed at school and the fun things you did. • Find out about the daily routine from the teacher and let your child know what to expect.

6. “Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it.”

7. Shuqun Primary School School Vision A vibrant learning community, rooted in values and ready to serve. School Mission To nurture a star in every Shuqunite, who places community above self School Core Values ‘I CARE’ Values – Integrity, Care, Adaptability, Respect and Excellence

8. C2015 Student Outcomes

9. School Direction and Focus A, B, C Strategic Thrusts A – A Star in Every Shuqunite Academic Excellence , Leadership and Character Development , Healthy Living B – Best Place to Learn & Work Capacity Building and Vibrant Learning Environment C – Community for Us, We for the Community Service Learning , Community Partnerships

10. Shuqun Primary School Strategic Plan (2011-2015) Mission Vision Values A Star in Every Shuqunite Best Place to Learn and Work Community for Us, We for the Community Strategic Thrusts Sub Thrusts Academic Excellence Leadership & Character Devt Healthy Lifestyle Capacity Building Vibrant Learning Env Community Service Community Partnerships Long Term Goals Improved Academic Results Pupils recognised for Leadership and Good behaviour Pupils actively engaged in healthy lifestyle Improved Staff Engagement In Professional Growth Improved Pupil Engagement in Learning Active pupil Participation in Environmental Education and Service Learning Effective partnerships QSE: 3.3 Sustained partnerships with Selected organisations Surpass Comparable Schs for PSLE CDA CHERSIH: Silver Biytes: Above 3 Recognition BENS: People EV Score: Upper Band 2 Green Audit: Lotus OE Niche Sports Top 4 placing for 2 Sports Sch Climate Engagement: C SYF Silver & Gold NE Devt Award KPIs Student Outcomes: Engaged Learner , Rooted in Values & Ready to Serve RESOURCES ASSESSMENT & REVIEW Version 3 : May 2013

11. What goes into SQPS school life ? A wide range of CCAs Structured Student Leadership Programmes STAGE Curriculum to customise curriculum ( Basic /Stretch / APEX) Academic and Non Academic Enrichment Programmes Leadership and Character Devt through Outdoor Education Learning Support Programmes Level based Learning Journeys and OE Camps Developmental programmes for Social & Emotional Learning Talent Development Programmes

12. Parents as Partners in Education • Be involved in your child’s education and development • Ensure school attendance is not compromised • Be in communication with your child’s teachers • Make routines of checking homework , packing bag according to time-table, reading letters and notifications from school • Know your child’s school schedule , upcoming events etc • Check Pupil Diary EVERYDAY and monitor progress

13. Things to take note of … • Monthly Letter from the principal • Termly letter from the Head of Level . This will include calendar of events for the term • Assessment Workplan and other relevant assessment information • Any other programme or event , either a Notification letter or Consent Form • When in doubt , consult the school /teachers !

14. Primary 1 2014

15. MdmMorniBte Ahmad Level Head of P1 Contact: morni_ahmad@moe.edu.sg 65637129 (S QPS)

16. Terrific Transition: Supporting Your Child’s Transitions to Primary School Ms Cristin Oh Allied Educator (Counselling)

17. What do we mean by “transitions”? It is a process of adapting to changes. Slide #3

18. The move from preschool to Primary School is one of the most important transitions a child will make. Terrific Transition Slide #7

19. Strong Connections Between Home and School Can Help Ease Children’s Transition Into School. Terrific Transitions: Slide #2

20. What Transitions means to Parents? It means : • making sure that accurate information about the child is given to the new school, • meeting and communicating with new teachers, • attending school programs, • adapting to school policies .

21. What Transitions Mean to the Child? For young children, the transition to school is much more than simply changing buildings or settings. It means • adapting to new sets of rules, regulations and behaviours, • adjusting to a new peer group, and getting to know new teachers, • learning to play and cooperate with other children, • paying attention for longer periods of time, • developing independent work habits.

22. Benefits of FacilitatingTransition • Children will like school and look forward to school. • Children will show steady growth in academic skills. • Parents will become actively involved in their children’s education. Ramey & Ramey, 1994 Slide #5

23. Common Difficulty faced during Transition: • School Anxiety • Separation Anxiety

24. During transitions, children may feel • Sad • Confused • Anxious • Uncertain • Overwhelmed • Insecure Slide #8

25. I don't want to go to school today …… Maybe • they may feel ill or really tired because they didn't have a good sleep. • they feel worried about something at home or at school • they want to stay in their own house and forget about everything else. • someone is giving them a difficult time.

26. What Can Parents & Families Not Say? • “How can the school be insensitive to my child?” • “You’re just a baby, how can they not allow you to do …” • It was such a short time ago when you were just a baby!” • “He’s too little to ride the school bus!”

27. What Parents Can Do… • 1. Know and manage your own wants and expectations • Support regular school attendance & attend school events • Discuss the link between success in school and success in life . • (e.g. relate to movies, news articles, etc.)

28. What Can Parents Do? • Talk about the new routines and expectations e.g. longer school hours, no play all the time, no more afternoon naps, silent reading • Teach them what to do in case of emergency e.g. missing school bus, forget to bring pocket $$$. • Teach them how to handle money and make friends. • Teach independence skills e.g. tying of shoe laces, taking care of own belongings.

29. Encourage your child EARLY • Remember his needs and habits. • Plan together with your child i.e. develop a new routine for school and homework • Discuss and agree on rewards and consequences, along with reasonable rules. • Emphasize positive aspects of school i.e. early familiarization of school environment during holidays

30. Continuity Occurs To ensure continuity, it is important that schools and home help create connections that support children during the transition to school. Slide #9

31. Contents: • PERI • PAL @ Shuqun • STELLAR • PSG • Self-Help Groups (CDAC, Mendaki and Sinda)

32. P E R I Primary Education Review and Implementation HOLISTIC ASSESSMENT LOWER PRIMARY

33. Teaching the Whole Child in SQPS

34. Holistic Assessment

35. Feedback on your child’s progress

36. PAL @ Shuqun 36

37. Performing Arts Visual Arts Objectives of PAL @ Shuqun Outdoor Education • Broad exposure & experiences through fun and varied activities Sports 37

38. Modules Planning For Primary 1 students

39. Modules Planning For Primary 2 students

40. Timetable For Primary 1 and 2 students

41. Admin Things to note: Make transport arrangements with the bus company Lunch Extra pocket money

42. STELLAR Strategies for English Language Learning and Reading The STELLAR Vision Children Who Love Reading and Have a Strong Foundation in the English Language

43. STELLAR at Lower Primary 1. Shared Reading Experiences 2. Shared Writing Experiences 3. Language Activities in Learning Centres

44. LSM– Learning Support Programme for Mathematics Early support and intervention for P1 students who are identified to be weak in basic numeracy skills. Students who are identified for LSM will be taught on basic mathematical concepts and skills to build good Maths foundation. LSM aims to build students’confidence and positive beliefs about their ability to do Math. LSP – Learning Support Programme for English • Early support and intervention for P1 students who are identified to be weak in Literacy skills.LSP focuses specifically on the basic literary skills needed to help students learn to read and spell. By getting the basics of reading and spelling in place, the LSP also helps students learn in all their subjects.

45. Parent Support Group (PSG)

46. As Member of the PSG • Volunteer in school programmes/projects • Network with other like-minded parents • Have a better understanding of the school and its programmes • Learn & share skills through workshops How can you contribute as a PSG • Attend / support school events • Provide constructive feedback for the betterment of the school • Offer professional & personal expertise to the PSG • Organise workshops for parents & students • Support and advocate the school’s mission & vision

47. SELF-HELP GROUPS 65 TanjongKatongRioad (436957) Main Line: 6841 4889 www.cdac.org.sg Singapore Indian Deveopment Association (Sinda) No 1. Beatty Road Singapore 20994 Main Line: 62985911 51 Kee Sun Avenue Singapore 457056 Main Line: 6245 5555 www.mendaki.org.sg

48. THANK YOU

49. Welcome to Shuqun What Parents Need to Know Student Development Department

50. School Hours • Arrival Time : 12.30pm • On Alternate Tuesdays - 1.30pm (i.e. Even weeks: Wk 2,4,6,8 & 10 of each term) • On PAL days, school starts at 10.00am • Dismissal Time : 6.30pm (Mon-Fri) • Recess timings for P1 : 3 to 3.30pm