Welcome to West View Primary School

1. Welcome to West View Primary School P1 Orientation 17 November 2012

2. School Leaders Mdm Rashidah Abdul Rasip Principal Mrs Mabel Lee Vice Principal

3. Our Key Personnel Mdm Reina Aslinda Bte Sahid Senior Head/Languages Mdm Kayalvizhi D/O Ganesan Senior Head/Sciences Mdm Michelle Lew HOD/MT Mrs Judy Chew HOD/English Mdm Lee Lee Cheng HOD/Mathematics Mdm Efizah Bte Samat HOD/Science

4. Our Key Personnel Mdm Ngiam Wee Heng HOD/ICT Mdm Poh Lian Choo HOD/SSD Mdm Haryati Bte Surana SH/Malay Language Mrs Rena Sim LH/CCE Mdm Suhaizat Md Ismail LH/Pupil Development Mr Mohammed Nor SH/PE

5. Key Administrative Staff Mr Krishnan Moorthi Operations Manager Mdm Phylicia Ong Admin Manager

6. P1 Form & Co-form teachers 2013 Mdm Christine Tey Form Teacher Mdm Tan Toon Lim Co-Form Teacher 1 Adventurous

7. P1 Form & Co-form teachers 2013 Mrs Brenda Lee Form Teacher Ms Hong Yu Ning Co-Form Teacher 1 Brilliant

8. P1 Form & Co-form teachers 2013 Miss Diana Low Form Teacher Mdm Jayanthi Co-Form Teacher 1 Creative

9. P1 Form & Co-form teachers 2013 Ms Tan Soon Hui Form Teacher Miss Siti Nazra Co-Form Teacher 1 Dynamic

10. P1 Form & Co-form teachers 2013 Mdm Siti Murni Form Teacher Mrs Rena Sim Co-Form Teacher 1 Energetic

11. P1 Form & Co-form teachers 2013 Miss Madeline Tjai Form Teacher Mdm Suziana Co-Form Teacher 1 Fascinating

12. P1 Form & Co-form teachers 2013 Ms Peh Tin Ling Form Teacher Ms Sheena Co-Form Teacher 1 Glorious

13. P1 Form & Co-form teachers 2013 Mdm Ang Chai Hwa Form Teacher Mdm Yana Co-Form Teacher 1 Happy

14. Why are we here today? • Familiarise with the school environment • Administrative arrangements • Purchase of books/uniform & transport arrangements

15. The school crest The school logo depicts three closely growing flowering plants enclosed in a pentagon. The light blue background signifies the purity and innocence of children while the grey signifies the experience and maturity the children will gain while in West View Primary School. The five sides of the pentagon symbolise the continuous development of the children morally, cognitively, physically, socially and aesthetically. The flowering plants forming the letters 'W' and 'V' represent the zest, exuberance and growth that pupils experience while in West View Primary School and the closeness of the plants indicate the friendship and trust among pupils, teachers and the school community.

16. Our Vision A vibrant school where enthusiastic educators engage independent learners

17. Our Mission With positive attitude, knowledge and skills, we will guide every pupil to achieve his personal best

18. Our CORE values • Care • Integrity • Resilience • Aspiration

19. Our Motto AIM HIGH When we AIM HIGH and work towards our goals, we overcome the challenges we face to reach greater heights.

20. School Hours Afternoon Session Mondays Tuesdays 12.30 – 6.00pm Wednesdays (Reporting time: 12.20pm) Fridays Thursdays 1.30 – 6.00pm (Reporting time: 1.20pm) Recess time: 2.55 – 3.20pm

21. Attire Pupils are required to wear the prescribed school PE attire, with the name tag sewn above the school logo. No modification to the uniform is allowed.

22. School Shoes

23. School Rules • Pupils who are Singapore Citizens must sing the National Anthem and take the pledge. Pupils will take the pledge with the right fist placed over the heart. • Punctual and Prepared for all school activities. • Neat and Tidy in appearance and work. • Courteous and Respectful to one and all. • Responsible for our words and actions. • Show Care and consideration to all. • Self - Disciplined at all times.

24. Safety & Security • Pupils’ safety & Security • If you drive, please alight & pick your child up outside the school gate. [you will only be allowed to drive in after the school bus has left and on rainy days] • If you are not driving, you will be allowed to come into the foyer (area outside General office) to pick your child up at 6pm.

25. Safety & Security Absence from school Please call/fax to keep the school informed Tel: 6760 0178 Fax: 67600147 Produce your child’s Medical Certificate upon return Urgent Matters • If your child is unwell, an adult is required to bring him/her back. • If you need to speak to your child’s teacher, an appointment should be arranged.

26. Safety & Security 1. Do not give your child too much pocket money 2. No jewellery allowed – girls may put on black studs only 3. Label all belongings – water bottles, wallet etc. 4. Advise your child to seek help from his/her teacher when needed

27. First Day of school (2nd Jan) Start It Right Programme • Parents are allowed to stay in the school for the whole day We encourage fathers to come and join their children on the first day of school. • Parents can only come during recess on 3rd & 4th of Jan from 2.55 – 3.45pm • Parental talks and workshops will be organised. • Your child will be paired with a buddy from Primary 3, who will be helping your child get familiarised with school routines.

28. Start It Right Programme The ‘Start It Right’ Programme is intended to: • Help both parents and pupils to assimilate into the school system • Involve parents to be part of their child’s learning process • Familiarise pupils and parents with school’s curriculum • Provide an opportunity for school to share expectations and requirements from the onset

29. Back to school with Dad 2013 • Launched by Centre of Fathering and supported by Health Promotion Board to encourage fathers to be involved in our children’s education to spur them to perform better in school

30. The 1st week • Provide the school with emergency contact numbers • Name tags to be worn at all times • Advise teachers regarding your child’s medical problems if any • Set a routine to be prepared for school • Allow your child to be led by their P3 buddies

31. School Bag • Do not use heavy school bags • Do not fill up with unneccessary books or stationery • Exercise books and workbooks will be collected by the subject teachers in the 1st week • Teach your child to pack his/her bag according to the timetable

32. Unity by Cleo V. Swarat I dreamed I stood in a studioAnd watched two sculptors there,The clay they used was a young child’s mindAnd they fashioned it with care.  One was a teacher the tools she used were books and music and art;One was a parentWith a guiding hand and gentle loving heart. And when at last their work was done,They were proud of what they had wrought.For the things they had worked into the childCould never be sold or bought! And each agreed she would have failedif she had worked alone.For behind the parent stood the school, and behind the teacher stood the home!

33. Thank you!