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Parent Engagement Talk
Secondary 4 Normal Technical15 March 2019
OBJECTIVES OF THE
PARENT ENGAGEMENT TALK
help parents better understand post-secondary education pathways after the O level examination
to support parents to guide students to prepare for national examinations and choose next course of study
to communicate the school’s plans and programmes to support all students for the national examinations
1. Singapore’s Education Landscape
2. Understanding TPSS context
3. Helping your child to prepare for the National Examinations
4. Question and Answer
Outline
Scope of Presentation
1. Level Specific Information(Academic Matters & ECG)
2. General School Information
LEARNERS
THINKERS
LEADERS
PHYSICAL
COGNITIVEAESTHETICS
MORAL
SOCIAL
Scope of Presentation
1. Level Specific Information(Academic Matters & ECG)
1. General School Information
Singapore’s Education Landscape
What are the various Post-Secondary Education
options available?
Pathways for N(T) Students
Post-Secondary Pathways
Institute of Technical Education (ITE)
ITE
Institute of Technical Education (ITE)
For students with an aptitude for
hands-on learning
National
ITE Certification
(Nitec)
Higher National ITE Certification
(Higher Nitec)
Institute of Technical Education (ITE)
Computation of ITE Aggregate Points for NT taking full-time ITE courses
Normal Technical
Grade
ITE Aggregate
Points
A 1
B 2
C 3
D 4
U 5
Institute of Technical Education (ITE)
Nitec
Course
College Aggregate
Cutoff
Entry
Requirements
Grade
Aerospace
Avionics
ITE College
Central
6 a) Mathematics
b) 2 others
subjects
A - D or 1 - 5
Finance
Services
ITE College
East
10 a) English
b) 2 other
subjects
A - D or 1 - 5
Digital Audio
and Video
Production
ITE College
East
9 a) Mathematics
b) 2 other
subjects
A - D or 1 - 5
Examples of Entry Requirements for 2019 Nitec Courses
Examples of Entry Requirements for 2019 Nitec Courses
Nitec Course College Aggregate
Cutoff
Entry
Requirements
Grade
Info-
Communications
Technology
(Cloud
Computing)
ITE College
East
15 a) Mathematics or
Science
b) 2 other
subjects
A - D or 1 – 5
Visual Effects ITE College
Central
12 a) Mathematics or
Science
b) 2 other
subjects
A - D or 1 – 5
Nursing ITE College
East
15 a) English
b) Mathematics
c) 1 other subject
A - D or 1 – 5
Electrical
Technology
(Power &
Control)
ITE College
East
12 a) Mathematics
b) 2 other
subjects
A - D or 1 - 5
ITE
https://www.myskillsfuture.sg/secondar
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Introduction to Myskillsfuture Portal
Support Structure:
Key Personnel & Form Teachers
Target Setting & Monitoring
Academic Support Programmes
Understanding TPSS Context
TAMPINES SECONDARY SCHOOL
ENHANCED PASTORAL CARE NETWORK
TAMPINES SECONDARY SCHOOL
Ms Jayme ChongSec 4 SDT Level
Coordinator
Form Teachers
Mr HafizMr Joshua Foo
Level Discipline Masters
Counsellors + AED (Learning &
Behavioural Support)
STUDENT
Support Structure (Sec 4)
Designation Key Personnel
Head of Department (Humanities)
& Upper Sec Academic Support IC
Ms Lena Yeo
Sec 4/5 Assistant Year Head Ms Jayme Chong
Sec 4 Level Discipline Masters Mr Hafiz Ahmad
Mr Joshua Foo
Class Form Teachers
Sec 4T1 Mr Terence Goh,
Mdm Norlinna Mohd Ismail
Mr Mohammad Sufian Amir
Target Setting & Monitoring
• Grade A in both English
and Maths
• Grade B in one other
subject at N(T) sitting
Entry Requirements to
ITE By Course
LATERAL TRANSFER TO 4NAENTRY TO ITE:
Stretch & Boost Programme (SBP)
• For identified students who have not met academic targets.
• Remedial and Coaching to help close learning gaps
Academic Support Programmes
ECG – Level Focus
Decision
(Making informed decisions on IHLs)
Sec 1
Sec 2
Sec 3
Sec 4/5
Exploration
(Making informed decisions on subject combinations)
Planning
(Plan and set achievable goals)
Awareness
(Transition to
Secondary)
Level focus for ECG
Awareness Exploration Planning Decision
Secondary 1
Education and
career
awareness
• ECG Lessons
• Introduction to
ECG (Group
Counselling)
Secondary 2
Education and
career exploration
• ECG Lessons
• In
Conversations
with Form
Teachers
• MOE ECG Fair
• Subject Banding
Awareness Talk
Secondary 4 / 5
Education and
career decision
• ECG Lessons
• Applied Learning
Program
• Poly Visit
• Visit by Industry
Speakers
• Elective
Modules(for NA /
NT students)
• EAE Preparation
• O / N levels
results release
counselling
Secondary 3
Education and
career planning
• ECG Lessons
• Applied Learning
Program
4NANT Elective ModulesTo broaden the educational experience of students, theElective Modules seeks to develop students’ interestsand strengths in specific areas and expose them topossible career paths.
Aeronautics EngineeringCulinary ScienceSports Science & Fitness Management
The Last Lap – Important Dates to Note
How You can Support Your Child/Ward
Helping Your Child to prepare for
the National Examinations
Parental Guidance and Support
Communicate with your child regularly
Communicate with your child’s Form Teacher and SubjectTeachers to find out more about his/her progress inschool
Encourage your child to take ownership of learning.
Monitor your child’s learning (completion of homework,usage of digital devices)
Guide your child to develop a routine that allows him/herto have sufficient rest and time for revision
Encourage your child to do his/her best
Key Dates to Note for N-LevelWhen What
19 – 28 Feb Milestone Test 1
20 April CCA Stand-Down
22 April - 3 May Mid-Year Oral Examinations
6 – 17 May Mid-Year Examinations
11 – 18 Jul N-level MT and EL Oral Exam
31 Jul – 7 Aug Preliminary Examinations
16 – 25 Sept,
7 – 17 Oct
N-level Written Examination
26 Sept – 4 Oct Special Timetable
11 Oct Graduation Ceremony (Tentative)
General School Information
Routines and Expectations
A •ATTENDANCE
A •ATTIRE
A •ATTENTION
A •ASSIGNMENT
A •ATTITUDE
5 As
Routines & Expectations
Attendance
Daily Attendance• Please call General Office or Form Teacher if your child is
absent. • MC must be produced the day child comes back to school.• Please provide documentation (letter or email) if child is
absent for private reasons ➢ no more than 4 letters a semester)
• SNAAPP used by the school to monitor students’ attendance and communicate with parents➢ do log onto the app and switch on notifications!
Routines & Expectations
School Start Time• 7.30am – Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday• 8.30am – Tuesday• Please make sure that your child is punctual for school• Seek parents’ partnership to ensure your child is on time and
present • Please note traffic conditions around school in the morning• If child is wilfully late, we seek your understanding that we
will discipline your child appropriately
Attendance
Routines & Expectations
School Timetable• Posted online on school website
• URL: tampinessec.moe.edu.sg
• If there are updates/changes to timetable, we will inform you and post online
• Some changes to timetable for Term 2
Attendance
Routines & Expectations
Attire
School Attire• Students must adhere to proper school attire and
grooming. This includes hair cut and accessories as well.
• School Uniform – Monday to Thursday• Polo-T or School Uniform – Tuesday• PE/CCA/Class Tee/Polo-T – Dress Down Friday
Routines & Expectations
Attitude & Assignments
Attitude & Assignments• Remind child to adopt a positive attitude towards
learning
• Parents can help to assist FTs in ensuring that your child’s assignments are duly done and submitted on time
Routines & Expectations
Handphone Policy
Reminders• Handphone usage only allowed in HOD Foyer, GO
Foyer, Canteen & School Gates
• Please remind your child to exercise discipline and use their handphone responsibly
UPCOMING SCHOOL EVENTS
TAMPINES SECONDARY SCHOOL
TPSS FIESTA
Other Key School Events for Term 2
Termly update letter will be provided to all parents through your child.
Student Leaders’ Investiture (T2 W2 Tues 2 Apr)
Awards Day 2019 (T2 W3 Tues, 9 Apr)
Speech Day 2019 (T2 W3 Fri, 12 Apr) E-Learning Day 2019
Co-Curriculum Week (T2 Week 10)
Parent-Teacher Conference (T2 Week 10, 31 May)
Communication between Teachers and Parents
Communication between Teachers and Parents
We look forward to partnering you as we work together in
achieving the desired student outcomes for your child!
@TampinesSec
You can also visit our school website for more information:
http://tampinessec.moe.edu.sg/