2012 brunei presentation

Welcome / selamat datangParents’ Briefing

for

Global Citizenship ProgrammeBrunei Darussalam

Welcome / selamat datangParents’ Briefing

for

Global Citizenship ProgrammeBrunei Darussalam5 November - 9 November 2012

SST’s Global Citizenry Program (GCP)

The GCP is designed to: Prepare students for a global future

shaped with the attributes that will allow them to take advantage of the myriad of opportunities abroad, while remaining connected and emotionally rooted to Singapore.

Alignment with SST’s Vision, Mission and Goals (VMG)

Mission

To Develop World-Ready and Future-Looking Leaders through

Innovative Technology and Applied Learning

GCP Goals

Acquiring Knowledge• Students develop interest in and take stewardship of local and global

issues• Students understand Singapore’s relationships with ASEAN, ASIA

and the rest of the world

Building Competencies• Equip students with 21st century skills• Promote self-awareness, self-management and responsible decision-

making in students

Cultivating Character• Students embrace diversity and cultivate respect for all people• Students act upon ideas for the improvement of their society and the

wider world

Objectives of GCP Brunei

• Extend a platform for students to develop an understanding of Singapore’s relationship with Brunei.

• Enhance understanding and appreciation of Brunei’s role and identity by creating a meaningful opportunity for students to explore, appreciate and understand the culture and language of the people in Brunei

• Broaden our students’ learning networks with their Bruneian counterparts with SST’s twinning school, the prestigious Paduka Seri Begawan Sultan Science College

What it means for SST and the students

Expectations of the group upon their return- impact the school community

• Share their learning to parents and the rest of the school

• Host the next visiting Maktab Sains contingent (2012)

• Role model to their peers the expected attributes Being a leader and caring about the community

Brunei Darussalam, The Abode of Peace.

• A rainforest covered gem of a country nestled on the northern shores of the island of Borneo• Richly diverse natural and cultural heritage• Centuries old majestic Royal heritage• A prosperous oil and gas producing nation with a small, peace loving population• Ruled by His Majesty the Sultan of Brunei, the 29th of an unbroken line dating back 600 years• Tranquil, clean and pollution free environment• Safe, stable, healthy, wholesome and sincerely hospitable society• Near absence of traffic jams

Accompanying Teachers

• Mr Nur Johari (teacher ic)• Mr Kenny Teoh (asst teacher ic)• Ms Shireen (asst teacher ic)

Accompanying Secondary 2 Student Leaders

• Sharifa Suhaila• Md Ada

Brunei Darussalam, The Abode of Peace.

Land Area = 5,675 sq. kmPopulation = 390,000Density = 68 persons/sq. km.

source:geology.com

http://geology.com/

Flight Details

Departure – 5 Nov 2012• ETD 1155 / ETA 1405• Royal Brunei Airlines Flight No: BI 422• Terminal 2. Row to be confirmed.• Students are to report at 0900 hrs @ Changi Airport.

Return – 9 Nov 2012• ETD 1800 / ETA 2000• Royal Brunei Airlines Flight No: BI 423* Students will be dismissed from Changi Airport Arrival Hall.

Accommodation

• Kiulap Plaza Hotel

• 4* hotel

• Address: Kiulap Commercial Area, Bandar Seri Begawan, Negara Brunei Darussalam BE1518 Tel: (673)223 2252 http://www.kiulap-plaza-hotel.com

Trip Highlights - Water Village

• Water Village (Kampung Ayer)• Venice of the East• Largest water village in the world• Approximately 40 000 people live here• About 1500 years old• Built on stilts in the water along the Brunei River• Mode of transport – water taxi• Schools, houses, mosques

Trip Highlights - Royal Regalia

Opened in 1992Large collection of the Royal Regalia across generations

Trip Highlights - Food and Custom

• Bruneian dish• derived from the interior trunk of the sago palm• starchy bland substance, similar to tapioca starch• eaten with a bamboo fork called a chandas, by rolling the starch around the prongs and then dipping it into a sour fruit sauce.

Ambuyat

Profile of Partner School

Maktab Sains Paduka Seri Begawan Sultan (PadukaSeri Begawan Sultan Science College)


•Renowned throughout the region for its excellent O-level and A-level results.•Former Maktab Sains students can be found in universities all over the world including Imperial College, Oxbridge and the Ivy League.



•To gain admission to the school, students must earn straight 5 As in their Penilaian Sekolah Rendah (formerly known as Primary Certificate Of Education).

•Many of Brunei's royal family, were taught in Maktab Sains.


Programme and Itinerary

Trip Cost

Total cost = $990 includes

‣ Return flight (including taxes) on Royal Brunei Airlines‣ All meals‣ 4* Hotel accommodation (twin-sharing) - Kiulap Plaza Hotel‣ Travel insurance (AIG Chartis Superior Plan)‣ Land transport by coach‣ Accompanying tour manager from Singapore‣ Local tour guide

• SST standard subsidy = 50% = $495 (exclude visa costs, if any)

Students on 75% and 100% ISB will have further subsidies.

Modes of Payment

• Edusave• Cheque• Combination of Edusave & Cheque

Edusave Authorisation Form has been given out.

If you have not already done so, kindly complete the reply slip and submit together with any cheque payment by 5th Oct 2012.

Safety Measures/Precautions

• Traffic– Look right, look left and look right again before alighting bus or crossing the road

• Illness / Hospitalisation– Travel insurance (AIG Chartis Superior Plan) included in price– Raja Isteri Pengiran Anak Saleha Hospital, or RIPAS Hospital

• Accommodation– Always look doors– Stay in assigned room

Rules and Expectations

• Students are ambassadors of Singapore and SST!• Be socially sensitive and aware. Exercise courtesy and graciousness during interaction with peers in the local schools e.g. not to 'brag' about Singapore's progress, or what luxuries are absent in Brunei. Their conduct will determine whether these schools want a continued relationship with SST.• Behave appropriately at public places• Observe the laws and regulations in Brunei• Follow teachers’ instructions at all times• All students are required to sleep by 11pm so that they have enough rest for the next day’s activities.• Respect other visitors in the hotel. Noise must be kept to the minimum.


•Speak in low and gentle tone. No shouting or screaming.•Be polite and exercise courtesy and graciousness during interaction with peers in the local schools e.g. not to 'brag' about Singapore's progress, or what luxuries are absent in Brunei. Their conduct will determine whether these schools want a continued relationship with SST.•Do dress modestly. No shorts / bermudas / short skirts ! long track pants•Do to take off your shoes when visiting a mosque. Women are required to cover their heads and wear a dress that covers their knees and arms.


• Students are advised to stay locked in their rooms and avoid going to and fro their friends’ rooms for their own safety and well-being.• Be punctual at all times.• Be considerate and helpful to your peers.

There will be disciplinary consequences for students who do not adhere to school rules and instructions given during the trip. Students who endanger their own safety and that of others will be barred from participating in subsequent activities.

Suggested Packing List

• Clothes & Footwear– School uniform (x 2)– Formal attire (Blazer) & formal shoes– PE t-shirt & long track pants (x2)– Sports/track shoes– Cap & umbrella

• Learning Device & Power plug adapter (for assigned leaders only)

• Camera & charger• Writing materials• Pocket money of maximum $100• Others - medication*Detailed packing list will be provided at a later date

Communication

SST Brunei GCP Bloghttp://sstgcpbrunei2012.blogspot.sg/

Emergency Contact

•School’s contact – handphone 9339 – 5028 (in Singapore)

•Teachers’ contact will be advised at a later date

•Please minimise phone calls and communication times with students.

•In case of any emergencies, please call the teachers NOT students – students may not know how to handle the situation.

Secondary Two Students’ Sharing on their Learning Takeaways from the trips

2012 brunei presentation

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