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BUKIT PANJANG GOVT HIGH SCHOOL 1 Personal Particulars Name Class ( ) NRIC No. Date of birth E-mail Home Address Home Telephone No. Mobile No. House CCA In case of emergency, please notify: Name Name Relationship Relationship Contact No. Contact No. Bukit Panjang Govt High School 7 Choa Chu Kang Avenue 4 Singapore 689809 Tel : 6769 1031 Fax : 6762 6576 Email: [email protected] Website:www.bpghs.moe.edu.sg Blood Group

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BUKIT PANJANG GOVT HIGH SCHOOL • 1

Personal Particulars

Name Class ( )

NRIC No. Date of birth

E-mail

Home Address

Home Telephone No. Mobile No.

House CCA

In case of emergency, please notify:

Name Name

Relationship Relationship

Contact No. Contact No.

Bukit Panjang Govt High School

7 Choa Chu Kang Avenue 4 Singapore 689809Tel : 6769 1031 Fax : 6762 6576

Email: [email protected] Website:www.bpghs.moe.edu.sg

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2 • BUKIT PANJANG GOVT HIGH SCHOOL

Contents

School History 3School Song 5School Crest 6School Vision,Mission,Motto and Values 7The BPian Experience and Our Strategic Thrusts 8List of Key Personnel 9Calendar of Events by Level 10

School Assessment:• Homework Policy 14• School Examination Rules 16• Assessment Guidelines 18• Academic Grading Systems 18• Promotion Criteria 19• National Physical Fitness (NAPFA) Standards 21• Admission to JC/Pre-U/Polytechnic Courses 23

House System 25

Co-Curricular Activities (CCA) and LEAPS 26

Student Leadership Development @ BPGHS• Every BPian, a Leader 32• Class Management Committee 34

Values-in-Action Programme 35

School-based Awards: 36• MOE Edusave Awards • SAC Awards • Academic - Wan Boo Sow Awards - School Awards - Singapore Youth Flying Club Award

School Supplementary Fees 38

Financial Assistance 38

Code of Conduct• Attire and Personal Appearance 39• Expected Student Behaviour in School 42

School Safety 46Safety Rules in the Science Laboratory 46Workshop Safety 47Kitchen Safety 47Art Room Safety 48Safety during PE and CCA 48Road Safety 48Emergency Evacuation 49Use of School Library 50Counselling Services 51Useful Helplines 52Target and Progress Chart 53Reading Log 56School Terms and Holidays for 2015 D12015 Calendar D2

BUKIT PANJANG GOVT HIGH SCHOOL • 3

Journeying with the nation

The school opened its doors on 11 January 1960 to the children of the rural folk

comprising manual workers, small traders, and pig, vegetable and poultry farmers

who lived in Bukit Panjang and the surrounding areas of Bukit Gombak, Mandai and

Woodlands. It made history as the fi rst integrated government secondary school in

Singapore. The challenge for the school was to foster integration between the English

and Chinese educated students – something it did with panache and imagination

through extra curricular activities such as folk dancing.

Underlining the importance of the school in the nation’s educational landscape, BPGHS

hosted visits by three prominent national leaders: President Yusof Ishak on 23 June

1961, Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew on 25 July 1965 and SM Goh Chok Tong on the

occasion of its 45th anniversary on 16 July 2005.

In the Seventies, as the fi rst generation of Housing Board estates were being built

across the island, bricks and mortar issues also dominated the agenda at BPGHS.

The school worked tirelessly to raise funds to upgrade its facilities to offer students

learning opportunities outside the classroom. Academically, the school became well

known for producing sterling results in the Chinese Language at ‘O’ and ‘A’ levels.

In the Eighties, education in Singapore went through a sea change with the phasing

out of vernacular schools. BPGHS showed its mettle when students and teachers from

the Chinese stream persevered in overcoming the diffi culties of adjusting to English

as the main medium of instruction. Not content to rest on its laurels, the school then

set its sights on improving its results in English Language – a feat that was achieved

in 1985 following a rigorous English Language programme. BPGHS’ track record of

sustained progress led to its being accorded autonomous status in 1994.

School History

4 • BUKIT PANJANG GOVT HIGH SCHOOL

In the mid-Nineties, the school embarked on a new chapter in its history when it

moved from its Teck Whye campus to a new location at Choa Chu Kang Avenue 4.

The new campus, offi cially opened in 1995, presented a nurturing environment that

supported holistic learning.

At the turn of the century, the school archive was set up to trace the school’s history

and to reaffi rm the ideals on which it was founded. The school underwent PRIME

redevelopment between 2007 and 2008 and moved back to its refurbished campus

after two years at a holding site.

Today, BPGHS has consistently produced value-added academic results and is

recognized for its organisational excellence and student development beyond the

academic arena. The school continues to excel in its niche areas such as Science and

Elective Malay Language Programme (EMAS), even as new peaks of excellence are

charted by our sporting, aesthetics and uniformed groups. The school offers the Art

Elective Programme (AEP) which provides greater opportunities for academically able

and artistically talented students to further develop their interests and hone their skills

in Visual Art. As a Centre of Excellence, BPGHS leads in the professional development

of Mathematics and Science teachers in the West Zone.

School History

BUKIT PANJANG GOVT HIGH SCHOOL • 5

School Song

BUKIT PANJANGGOVERNMENT HIGH SCHOOL

6 • BUKIT PANJANG GOVT HIGH SCHOOL

School Crest

The Circle symbolises integration and perfection

The Red Triangle stands for brotherhood and the common bond among all BPians

The Three Points of the Triangle represent freedom, equality and benevolence, which stand as beacons in our lives

The Green Background represents the green countryside of our district which reminds us of our humble rural beginnings

The Book, which contains our Motto, signifi es the BPians’ educational journey

The three symbols

stand for different aspects of our educational programme:

The Atom - laying a strong foundation in cognitive and character development

The Ship - imbuing a spirit of discovery and life-long learning

The Hurdler - building a robust body and mind ready to take on life’s challenges

BUKIT PANJANG GOVT HIGH SCHOOL • 7

School Vision, Mission, Motto & Values

Statements What it means

Vision

Soaring together

with heart and

soul towards

excellence

The collective collaborative pursuit of excellence

Mission

To nurture our

students to

be cultured,

enterprising

individuals with

a passion for

learning, confi dent

to lead and

committed to serve

the nation and the

world

Cultured: Being gracious and able to appreciate our heritage

Enterprising: Being able to think innovatively and to harness new challenges and opportunities

Confi dent: Having a strong sense of right and wrong, is discerning in judgement and able to communicate effectively

Serve: Imbued with a readiness to contribute as citizens of the nation and the world.

MottoDiligent in Study and Practice

Diligent: Showing perseverance and tenacity

Study: The pursuit of learning

Practice: The application of learning that shows purpose and character

Values

TeamworkWorking together harmoniously andcollaboratively towards school goals

ResponsibilityFulfi lling one's role and duties to the best of one's ability

Integrity Being honest and upright in character

LearningBeing passionate learners, always adaptable and resilient

ServiceContributing to the good of the community with an attitude of humility and compassion

8 • BUKIT PANJANG GOVT HIGH SCHOOL

The BPian Experience

Our Strategic Thrusts

The BPian Experience represents the four- or fi ve-year learning journey that BPians undergo in BPGHS. It consists of a rigorous core curriculum and an enriching co-curriculum to allow BPians to discover and develop their potential. It also includes a differentiated curriculum to allow BPians to maximize their potential. This is done in a nurturing and caring school environment that is responsive to the needs and expectations of BPians. At the end of this journey, BPians will be imbued with the school values:Teamwork, Responsibility, Integrity, Learning and Service (TRILS) and equipped with the BPian Competencies (Mindset for Excellence; Critical and Inventive Thinking; Information and Communication Skills; Civic Literacy, Global Awareness and Cross-Cultural Skills; and Initiative, Confi dence and Collaborative). Every BPian will be a Confi dent Person, Self-directed Learner, Active Contributor and Concerned Citizen.

ST 1: Quality Learning

An engaging and enriching student-focussed learning environment to develop self-directed learners

ST 3: A Community of Teacher Leaders

Skillful Teachers who grow and excel together to support the BPian Experience

ST 2: Future Ready Learners

BPians equipped with the BPian Competencies

ST 4: Organisational Excellence

An effi cient and effective administration to support the BPian Experience

BUKIT PANJANG GOVT HIGH SCHOOL • 9

List of Key Personnel

General Offi ce Tel: 6769 1031 Fax: 6762 7676Email: [email protected]

School Website: www.bpghs.moe.edu.sg

S/n Name Designation Email Address

1 Ms Chan Wan Siong Principal [email protected]

2 Ms Chow Wai Hoong Vice-Principal [email protected]

3 Ms Jeanie Tan Vice-Principal (Administration) [email protected]

4 Mr Tan Kok Hua HOD/Mother Tongue Languages [email protected]

5 Mrs Angela Ong HOD/English Language and Literature

[email protected]

6 Mr Choo Kong Lum HOD/Mathematics [email protected]

7 Mr Lim Soi Lung HOD/Science [email protected]

8 Ms Adeline Phua HOD/Humanities [email protected]

9 Mr Tay Guan Chuan HOD/Aesthetics [email protected]

10 Mrs Joan Neo HOD/PE & CCA [email protected]

11 Mr Tay Khye Ping HOD/Info Com Technology [email protected]

12 Mdm Ong Seok Jean HOD/Pupil Development [email protected]

13 Ms Zizi Zulkefl i Year Head (Lower Secondary) zizi_elliza_zulkefl [email protected]

14 Ms Alina Ahmad Year Head (Upper Secondary) [email protected]

15 Mr Lim Jun Sheng HOD/Discipline [email protected]

16 Mrs Hoe-Tan Tou Hwa School Staff Developer [email protected]

17 Mrs Christine Wong SH/English Language [email protected]

18 Ms Ng Mei Xin SH/Chinese Language [email protected]

19 Mdm Rasiah Buang SH/Malay Language [email protected]

20 Mr Chua Yong Meng SH/Mathematics [email protected]

21 Ms Yu Sheau Jen SH/Physics [email protected]

22 Miss Jessie Lee SH/Biology [email protected]

23 Miss Trina Tay SH/History [email protected]

24 Mr Mohd Afi q SH/Art (covering duties) mohd_afi [email protected]

25 Mr Tan Kok Yew SH/PE & Sports Education [email protected]

26 Mr Ng Ding Zhong Assistant Year Head (Lower Secondary)

[email protected]

27 Mr Charles Wong Assistant Year Head (Upper Secondary) (covering duties)

wong [email protected]

28 Miss Hester Tay SH/Character & Citizenship Education (covering duties)

[email protected]

29 Ms Lin Debi SH/Values-in-Action (covering duties)

[email protected]

30 Mr Zhuang Erjin SH/Corporate Communications (covering duties)

zhu [email protected]

10 • BUKIT PANJANG GOVT HIGH SCHOOL

Calendar of Events

Secondary One

Jan 2, 5, 9 Sec 1 Orientation Jan 9 CCA Roadshow and Campfi re cum Meet-The-ParentsJan 12 – 16 CCA Trials, Interviews and AuditionsJan 16 – 19 CCA RegistrationJan 17 Parenting Talk on “Transition to Sec One”Jan 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28Feb 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25(pm)

Sec 1 Drama workshops

Feb 18 Chinese New Year Celebration cum Operation OrangeMar 6 Sports CarnivalMar 11 Learning Style WorkshopMar 12 – 13 Cross Cultural ProgrammeMar 28 55th Anniversary celebration – Speech Day cum Carnival

Mar 30 Day off-in-lieu of 55th Anniversary celebration(Students need not report to school)

Apr 7, 8 2.4 km NAPFA runApr 18 CCA stand downApr 27 – May 12 Mid-Year ExaminationsMay 13 Marking Day (Sec 1 – 3 students need not report to school)May 18 CCAs to resume

May 21 55th Anniversary celebration –Public Performance by Performing Arts Groups at University Cultural Centre(Students need not report to school for lessons)

May 22, 25, 26 Post Examination ProgrammesMay 27 BP DayMay 28 – 29 E-learning, Meet-The-Parents and Issue of Report BooksJun 30 Jul 7, 14, 28 Aug 4, 11, 18, 25 Sep 1 (pm) Conversational Chinese and Malay

Jul 25 55th Anniversary celebration - DinnerAug 7 National Day Celebration Sep 3 Teachers’ Day CelebrationSep 12 CCA stand downSep 25, 28 (pm) English and Mother Tongue Languages Oral ExaminationSep 21 - Oct 8 End-of-Year ExaminationsOct 9 Marking Day (Sec 1 – 3 students need not report to school)Oct 12 CCA to resumeOct 19 Administration Day (Sec 1 – 3 students need not report to school)Oct 20 – 22 Post Examination Programmes

Oct 23 End-of-Year Prize PresentationLast day of academic year for Sec 1

BUKIT PANJANG GOVT HIGH SCHOOL • 11

Calendar of Events

Secondary Two

Jan 23 (pm) Sec 2 Meet-The-ParentsFeb 16, 17 2.4 km NAPFA runFeb 18 Chinese New Year Celebration cum Operation OrangeFeb 26 – Mar 4 Common TestsMar 6 Sports CarnivalMar 11 Sec 2 need not report to schoolMar 12 – 14 Sec 2 3D2N Adventure CampMar 28 55th Anniversary celebration – Speech Day cum Carnival

Mar 30Day off-in-lieu of 55th Anniversary celebration

(Students need not report to school)Apr 13 – 17 NAPFA TestsApr 18 CCA stand downApr 27 – May 12 Mid-Year ExaminationsMay 13 Marking Day (Sec 1-3 students need not report to school)May 18 CCAs to resume

May 2155th Anniversary celebration –Public Performance by Performing Arts Groups at University Cultural Centre(Students need not report to school for lessons)

May 22 – 26 Post Examination ProgrammesMay 27 BP Day

May 28 – 29 Sec 2 E-learningMeet-The-Parents and Issue of Report Books

Jul 25 55th Anniversary celebration - DinnerAug 7 National Day CelebrationSep 3 Teachers’ Day CelebrationSep 12 CCA stand downSep 17, 18 (pm) English and Mother Tongue Languages Oral ExaminationSep 21 – Oct 8 End-of-Year ExaminationsOct 9 Marking Day (Sec 1 – 3 students need not report to school)Oct 12 CCAs to resumeOct 19 Administration Day (Sec 1 – 3 students need not report to school)Oct 20 – 22 Post Examination ProgrammesOct 21 – 27 Sec 2 Streaming Exercise

Oct 23 End-of-Year Prize PresentationLast day of academic year for Sec 2

Oct 30 Release of Streaming Exercise resultsOct 31 – Nov 4 Appeal window for Sec 2 StreamingNov 9 Release of fi nal streaming results

12 • BUKIT PANJANG GOVT HIGH SCHOOL

Secondary Three

Calendar of Events

Feb 2 Sec 3 NRIC RegistrationFeb 6 Sec 3 Meet-The-ParentsFeb 18 Chinese New Year Celebration cum Operation OrangeFeb 26 – Mar 4 Common TestsMar 6 Sports CarnivalMar 11 – 13 Sec 3 Heritage Trail / Groove ItMar 28 55th Anniversary celebration – Speech Day cum Carnival

Mar 30 Day off-in-lieu of 55th Anniversary celebration(Students need not report to school)

Apr 7, 8 2.4 km NAPFA runApr 18 CCA stand downApr 27 – May 12 Mid-Year ExaminationsMay 13 Marking Day (Sec 1-3 students need not report to school)May 18 CCAs to resume

May 2155th Anniversary celebration –Public Performance by Performing Arts Groups at University Cultural Centre(Students need not report to school for lessons)

May 22 – 26 Post Examination ProgrammesMay 27 BP Day

May 28 – 29 Sec 3 E-learningMeet-The-Parents and Issue of Report Books

Jul 25 55th Anniversary celebration - DinnerAug 7 National Day CelebrationAug 28, 31 (pm) English and Mother Tongue Languages Oral ExaminationSep 3 Teachers’ Day CelebrationSep 12 CCA stand downSep 21 – Oct 8 End-of-Year ExaminationsOct 9 Marking Day (Sec 1 – 3 students need not report to school)Oct 12 CCAs to resumeOct 19 Administration Day (Sec 1 – 3 students need not report to school)Oct 23 End-of-Year Prize PresentationOct 26 – 28 Sec 3 Overseas Values-in-Action CampOct 29, 30 Sec 3 Higher Mother Tongue Language lessons

BUKIT PANJANG GOVT HIGH SCHOOL • 13

Calendar of Events

Secondary Four & Five

Jan 30 Sec 4/5 Meet-The-ParentsFeb 16, 17 2.4 km NAPFA runFeb 18 Chinese New Year Celebration cum Operation OrangeMar 6 Sports CarnivalMar 11 – 13 Motivation and Team-Building WorkshopsMar 28 55th Anniversary celebration – Speech Day cum Carnival

Mar 30 Day off-in-lieu of 55th Anniversary celebration(Students need not report to school)

Apr 13 – 17 NAPFA TestsApr 10, 17, 24May 8 (pm) A2 Programme

Apr 18 CCA stand downApr 24 (pm) English and Mother Tongue Languages Oral ExaminationApr 27 – May 13 Mid-Year ExaminationsMay 18 – 29 Intensive Study Programme (EL & MTL)

May 2155th Anniversary celebration –Public Performance by Performing Arts Groups at University Cultural Centre(Students need not report to school for lessons)

May 27 BP DayJun 2 – 3 GCE O-Level MTL ExaminationsJun 3 – 5 Intensive Study Programme (Maths, Science, Humanities, Aesthetics)Jul 2 – 15 GCE O-Level MTL Oral ExaminationsJul 7 – 14 GCE N-Level EL Oral ExaminationsJul 21 GCE O-Level MTL Listening Comprehension ExaminationJul 25 55th Anniversary celebration - DinnerJul 27 – 31 GCE N-Level MTL Oral Examinations Aug 3, 4, 12 – 21 Preliminary ExaminationsAug 7 National Day CelebrationAug 13 – 27 GCE O-Level EL Oral ExaminationsSep 3 Teachers’ Day Celebration

Sep 14 GCE N-Level EL Syll A and Syll T Listening Comprehension Examinations

Sep 15 GCE N-Level MTL Listening Comprehension ExaminationsSep 17, 22 GCE N-Level CPA ExaminationsOct 2 Graduation Day – Last day of school for Sec 4/5Oct 6 – 14 GCE N-Level Written Examinations Oct 19 – Nov 13 GCE O-Level Written ExaminationsNov 16 Prom Night

14 • BUKIT PANJANG GOVT HIGH SCHOOL

School AssessmentHomework Policy

Defi nition of homework

1. Homework refers to any learning activity that students are required by the school to complete outside of curriculum time.

Objectives of homework

2. Homework, when used appropriately, can improve students’ academic ability, study skills and disposition towards learning. When used inappropriately or excessively, however, homework can impact negatively on students’ achievements and motivation, and reduce their access to other activities that teach important life skills.

3. Effective use of homework can enable students to: (a) retain knowledge better; (b) be more skilful in application of skills and concepts; (c) deepen their conceptual understanding; (d) develop good study habits and skills, such as time management, self-evaluation and self-direction; and (e) take greater ownership and responsibility for independent learning.

4. Judicious use of homework allows teachers to: (a) consolidate learning that has taken place in class; (b) check for students’ understanding and progress, so as to provide timely feedback,

intervention and support; and (c) review effectiveness of the lesson.

5. Homework also provides parents with: (a) timely information on the learning progress of their child; and (b) opportunity to be involved in child’s learning.

General considerations for setting homework

Quantity of Homework6. In giving homework, the school will take into consideration the following: (a) The amount of homework should be age-appropriate; (b) There is a point of diminishing returns to giving more homework and

homework overload can have detrimental effects on learning; (c) Assignment of homework will be regulated and coordinated across

subjects/departments to avoid homework overload. Classes will make use of the Homework Planner to track the homework assigned and the deadline for submission.

(d) There are competing demands for students’ time (e.g. CCA, competitions, enrichment classes, tests, examinations). There will be no more than three tests a week and homework will not be due for submission a day before common tests and/or examinations.

(e) Students need a balanced life, with adequate time for family bonding, social activities, personal interest(s) and sleep; and

(f) As a guide, if homework is to be given during the school holidays and weekends, the daily homework load should not be more than 50% of the daily load given during the school week.

BUKIT PANJANG GOVT HIGH SCHOOL • 15

School AssessmentHomework Policy

Quality of Homework7. Homework given should be well designed to bring about the intended learning

outcomes. It should: (a) be interesting and purposeful; (b) involve active and thoughtful work; (c) be meaningful and related to class teaching; (d) be explicit and clearly defi ned so that students clearly understand what is required of

them; (e) be within the students’ capabilities and developmental readiness; (f) involve the use of only material resources that are known to be readily available to

students; and (g) be differentiated, where possible, to meet the different needs and abilities of

students.

Feedback for Homework8. Homework should be properly checked, with timely feedback, interventions and support

given. To some extent, the quality of homework is only as good as the quality of feedback and interventions given by teachers.

Roles and responsibilities of stakeholders

9. Educators, parents and learners all play an important role in ensuring that homework serves its intended purposes.

10. Teachers should: (a) Design appropriate and meaningful homework; (b) Set realistic deadlines for submission of homework; (c) Establish and communicate clear expectations to students on the purpose and

procedure of homework; (d) Coordinate with other teachers of the class on the frequency and quantity of

homework to be given; (e) Check homework and provide timely feedback to students; (f) Provide timely intervention and support to students; and (g) Engage parents on homework matters and provide them with information

pertaining to students’ learning progress.

11. Students should: (a) Understand the purpose of homework and what is expected of them; (b) Keep track of homework instructions and deadlines; (c) Manage time well to ensure that homework is completed and submitted on time; (d) Give his/her best effort in completing homework; and (e) Review feedback from teachers on homework submitted.

12. Parents should: (a) Create a home environment conducive for studying and completion of homework; (b) Supervise and provide support for child’s learning; (c) Reinforce good study habits and attitudes; (d) Be mindful not to overload the child with out-of-school activities; and (e) Work in partnership with teachers to support child’s learning and development.

16 • BUKIT PANJANG GOVT HIGH SCHOOL

School Examination Rules

Responsibilities of Students

Students are expected to familiarise themselves with all pertinent information with regard to the examinations and to adhere to the following rules of examination conduct.

At the Start of the Examination

1. Be early. All students are required to be seated at their desks at least 10 minutes before the commencement of the examination.

2. Consequences of reporting late for the examination: a. Students who are late will not be given extra time. b. Students who are late with valid and acceptable reasons, e.g. LRT breakdown or

massive jam at the Customs, are to report to the General Offi ce. The Examination Committee must also be notifi ed of such cases.

3. Absentees must submit a medical certifi cate if they are ill. A letter of excuse from a parent is required if there is a valid reason. However, if the school deems the reason to be invalid, a zero mark will be given for the paper.

4. Students are to observe silence once they are in the examination room.5. Students who are not in proper school attire may be barred from taking the examination.6. Students are required to bring their own materials: pens, pencils, rulers, erasers, staplers,

calculator, fl exible curves, set squares, compasses, protractors or paint necessary for the paper. No one is allowed to borrow these items from others while the examination is in progress.

7. Students must not bring any books, notes or memoranda into the examination venue. Any unauthorised materials found on the student or on/under the student’s desk will be taken to mean that these materials are intended for dishonest use, whether or not the student actually uses them.

8. Students must not bring food into the examination room, unless medical authorisation is provided. Water may be consumed in the examination room in a non-disruptive manner.

9. Students must inform the invigilator IMMEDIATELY by raising their hands should they fi nd that:

a. There is a blank page where there should be questions b. A wrong question paper has been given c. The printing is unclear d. Supplementary materials such as maps or graph paper stated on the question paper are

not issued.10. Students are required to write their name, index/register number and their class CLEARLY

on every sheet of used writing paper, graph paper or drawing paper.11. Students are not to start writing until told to do so.

During the Examination

1. Students are advised to read the questions carefully and follow all the instructions on all question papers.

2. Students are not allowed to use correction fl uid or correction tape to correct any mistake. 3. Students are advised to write their answers legibly in black or dark blue ink.4. Students may ask an invigilator for any clarifi cation when doubts arise with regard to the

question papers but should be aware that invigilators will not answer any question that infringes on exam integrity.

5. Students are not allowed to communicate with other students for any reason. No sharing of stationery items such as pens, pencils, rulers, erasers, stapler, etc. is allowed.

6. Students are advised not to leave any answer sheet, notes or diagram in such a position that another student can read them. All answer materials should be covered.

BUKIT PANJANG GOVT HIGH SCHOOL • 17

School Examination Rules

7. Students should be prepared so that they would not need to go for toilet breaks when an examination is in progress. No request for a toilet visit is allowed within the fi rst 30 minutes or the last 30 minutes of an examination.

At the End of the Examination

1. Students are required to stop writing immediately when they are told to do so. If writing paper is used, students should arrange their answer sheets in the numerical sequence of the questions, with the smallest number on top.

2. Students are required to remain seated in silence while their answer scripts are being collected.

3. Students are required to return all examination paraphernalia before leaving the examination venue.

4. No student is allowed to leave the examination venue before the end of the period allocated for the paper.

5. No student is allowed to leave until the invigilator is satisfi ed with the cleanliness in the examination venue.

6. All students are expected to leave the examination venue quietly when they are dismissed by the invigilator.

7. Students are allowed to go home after the last paper of the day.

Use of Scientifi c Calculators and Dictionaries.

[Rationale: To be in line with instructions issued by SEAB for national examinations.]1. Students are only allowed to use the approved calculator models/dictionaries listed in the

Singapore Examination and Assessment Board website at [http://www.seab.gov.sg/calculatorList/GuidelinesCalculators.pdf] and [http://www.seab.gov.sg/dictionaryList/2014GCENOADictList.pdf].

2. Students can use the approved dictionaries if they are sitting for Paper 1 (N(A) level or O-level) of the mother tongue language papers.

3. Students are not allowed to share the use of calculators or dictionaries during the examination. Calculators and handheld electronic dictionaries must be silent and battery-operated.

4. Students are advised that the working condition of the calculators / dictionaries (including the power supply) is the responsibility of the candidate and a fault in the calculator / dictionary will not be considered as justifi cation for special consideration.

5. If the calculator or electronic dictionary comes with external features, the external storage media must not be in the possession of the candidate during the examination.

6. For calculators, any enclosed instruction leafl ets containing mathematical formulae, conversion tables or instructions are strictly prohibited and must not be taken into the exam venue. Any such information on the calculator that cannot be removed must be securely covered.

7. Dictionaries used must not have any annotations on any of the pages.8. A student who does not adhere to the rules on the use of scientifi c calculators and

dictionaries will be deemed to have breached the examination regulations and may be subjected to the penalty measures in the paragraph under “Warning” below.

Warning

1. A student may be prohibited from taking the examination or expelled from the examination room if he/she misbehaves during the examination.

2. A student will have his/her results terminated and/or be given a zero mark if the student commits any of the following:

18 • BUKIT PANJANG GOVT HIGH SCHOOL

Sec 1 to 4 Express / Sec 5 Normal

Sec 1 to 4 Normal (Academic & Technical Courses)

Secondary 1 – 3 (Express, Normal Academic and Normal Technical)

Modular Subjects in Secondary 1 & 2 (Food and Consumer Education, Design & Technology, History & Geography)

Semester Continual Assessment Total 1 & 2 100% 100%

Semester Continual Assessment (CA) Semestral Assessment (SA) Total 1 15% 30% 45% 2 5% 50% 55% Total 20% 80% 100%

Assessment Guidelines

Academic Grading Systems

Grades (%) Description

A1 75 & AboveDemonstrates very good understanding of the subject.

A2 70-74B3 65-69

Demonstrates good understanding of the subject.B4 60-64C5 55-59

Demonstrates adequate understanding of the subject.C6 50-54D7 45-49

Demonstrates elementary understanding of the subject.E8 40-44F9 39 & Below Has not met the minimum requirements for the subject.

Grades (%) Description

1 75 & AboveDemonstrates very good understanding of the subject.

2 70-743 65-69

Demonstrates good understanding of the subject.4 60-645 50-59 Demonstrates adequate understanding of the subject.U 49 & below Has not met the minimum requirements for the subject.

School Examination Rules

a) has in his/her possession within the examination premises (including Quarantine/Waiting Room) any unauthorized electronic, communication, entertainment or gaming device capable of capturing, storing, displaying and/or transmitting visual, audio or verbal information;

b) has in his/her possession any unauthorized equipment or material even if the student does not intend to use it;

c) communicates or attempts to communicate with any other candidate/person inside or outside the examination room;

d) commits or attempts to commit any act of dishonesty, such as cheating;e) obtains or attempts to obtain unfair assistance on the examination material or offers unfair

assistance to others before, during or after the examination;f) exhibits improper conduct during the examination;g) fails to comply with any other instructions related to the examination. For example, failing to

stop writing when told to do so by the invigilator at the end of the examination.

Additionally, referral will be made to the Discipline Committee for disciplinary action and parents will be informed.

BUKIT PANJANG GOVT HIGH SCHOOL • 19

Promotion Criteria

Express Course - Criteria For Movement

Normal (Academic) Course - Criteria For Movement

Met Minimum Attainment Level: Pass in EL and a pass in overall percentage of all subjects combined

Not Met Minimum Attainment Level

Sec 1E Promoted to Sec 2E Laterally Transferred to Sec 2N(A) Sec 2E Promoted to Sec 3E Laterally Transferred to Sec 3N(A)

Met Minimum Attainment Level: Grade 6 or better in EL and 2 other subjects

Not Met Minimum Attainment Level

Met Advancement Criteria: Grade 6 or better in 5 subjects

Not Met Advancement Criteria

At or above maximum age

Below maximum age

Sec 3E Promoted to Sec 4E Advanced to Sec 4E

Laterally Transferred to Sec 4N(A)

Retained at Sec 3E

Met Minimum Attainment Level: Grade 5 or better in - EL and 2 other subjects OR - 4 subjects

Met Minimum Attainment Level

AND Lateral Transfer

Guideline: Minimum of 70% in the overall percentage of all

subjects combined

Has Not Met Minimum Attainment Level

At or above

maximum age

Below maximum

age

Sec 1N(A)

Promoted to Sec 2N(A) Laterally Transferred to Sec 2E

Advanced to Sec 2N(A)

Retained at Sec 1N(A)

[May be transferred to Sec 2N(T) if deemed more suited for N(T) course]

Sec 2N(A)

Promoted to Sec 3N(A) Laterally Transferred to Sec 3E

Advanced to Sec 3N(A)

Retained at Sec 2N(A)

Sec 3N(A)

Promoted to Sec 4N(A) * -Advanced to Sec 4N(A)

Retained at Sec 3N(A)

Met Minimum Attainment Level: - Grade 5 or better in EL; AND - Aggregate of not more than 19 points for these fi ve subjects: EL, E.Maths and

Best 3 subjects.Sec

4N(A)Promoted to Sec 5N(A)

* The use of CPA grade for promotion from Sec 3N(A) to Sec 4N(A) is allowed.

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Promotion Criteria

Normal (Technical) Course - Criteria For Movement

Met Minimum

Attainment Level:

Grade 5 or better in 2 subjects, one of which should be EL or Mathematics

Met Minimum

Attainment Level

AND

Lateral Transfer

Guideline:

Minimum of 70% in the overall percentage

of all subjects combined

Not Met Minimum

Attainment Level

At or

above

maximum

age

Below

maximum

age

[May be advanced to

next level within N(T)

course]

Sec

1N(T)Promoted to Sec 2N(T)

Laterally transferred to Sec 2N(A) in the following year

Advanced to Sec 2N(T)

Retained at Sec 1N(T)

Sec

2N(T) Promoted to Sec 3N(T)

Laterally transferred to Sec 2N(A) in the following year

Advanced to Sec 3N(T)

Retained at Sec 2N(T)

Sec

3N(T)Promoted to Sec 4N(T)

Laterally transferred to Sec 3N(A) in the following year

Advanced to Sec 4N(T)

Retained at Sec 3N(T)

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NAPFA Standards (Secondary)

STANDARDS FOR MALES

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NAPFA Standards (Secondary)

STANDARDS FOR FEMALES

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Admission To JC/Pre-U/Polytechnic Courses

Junior College

1. At least a C6 in English Language.2. At least a D7 in Second Language or at least an E8 in Higher Mother Tongue.3. At least a D7 in Mathematics or Additional Mathematics.4. Aggregate of not more than 20 points for these six subjects: a. First Language (English or Higher Mother Tongue) b. One Humanities subject (Literature, Geography, Social Studies & History

elective or Social Studies & Literature elective). c. One Science / Maths subject. d. One Humanities / Maths / Science subject. e. Any other two GCE ‘O’ Level subjects except CCA. However, CCA bonus points

can be used to give pupils an advantage in gaining admission to a junior college of their choice.

Millenia Institute

1. At least a C6 in English Language.2. At least a D7 in Second Language or at least an E8 in Higher Mother Tongue..3. At least a D7 in Mathematics or Additional Mathematics.4. Aggregate of not more than 20 points for these fi ve subjects: a. First Language (English or Higher Mother Tongue) b. Two subjects from the Humanities, Science and Maths. c. Any other two, including those outside the Humanities, Sciences and Maths.

CCA can be considered a relevant subject.

# For bonus points and further details, please refer to the MOE website

Polytechnic Diploma Programme (after GCE ‘O’ Level examination)

To be eligible for consideration for admission, Sec 4 Express / 5N(A) students must obtain 26 points or better for the net ELR2B2 (English Language, 2 relevant subjects and best 2 other subjects including CCA bonus points) and meet the minimum course-specifi c entry requirements.

Polytechnic Foundation Programme (after GCE ‘N’ Level examination)

To be eligible to apply for the PFP, Sec 4N(A) students must obtain:i. ELMAB3 (English, Maths, Best 3 subjects) raw aggregate score of 11 points

or better (excluding CCA bonus points) at the GCE ‘N’ Level examination; and ii. the following subject-specifi c requirements:

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Admission To JC/Pre-U/Polytechnic Courses

Minimum Required

Grades

for Courses featured in

science-related courses

Minimum Required

Grades For Courses

featured in business or

media-related courses

English Language Syllabus A 3 2

Mathematics (Syllabus A / Additional) 3 3

One of the following relevant subjects: Science (Physics, Chemistry), Food and Nutrition, Design and Technology

3 -

One of the following relevant subjects: Principles of Accounts, Literature in English, History, Combined Humanities, Art

- 3

Any two other subjects excluding CCA 3 3

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House System

Nutrio means Teamwork. Red represents energy and passion, which are needed for good teamwork to exist. The House crest depicts a blazing fi re which symbolises passion, for a team should share a common passion in order to succeed. The puzzle pieces within the fi re represent how everyone in a team is essential and that every individual has a role to play.

Presto means Responsibility. Purple represents independence and dignity. These are the qualities needed to fulfi l our duties to the best of our ability. The House crest depicts a man supporting the world. It reminds us how we have the responsibility to “contribute as citizens of our nation and the world” to the best of our ability.

Probitas means Integrity. Blue represents peace and eternity which refl ects how integrity should be part of our lives eternally. The house crest depicts a lion, which is a symbol of justice and honesty. This is in line with the value of integrity; to be honest and upright in character.

Athenae which means Learning, is in Yellow. The word Athenae is derived from the name of the Greek goddess, Athena. Athena was the goddess of wisdom. Thus the house crest, which depicts a Greek helmet, symbolises the value of learning.

Gratia means Service. Green represents compassion and generosity. This refl ects how we should give unconditionally for the good of the community. The house crest depicts a hand with a heart within it. The idea of a heart within the hand illustrates how we should contribute to the community with an attitude of compassion and service.

Bukit Panjang Government High School has fi ve Houses: Nutrio, Presto, Probitas,

Athenae and Gratia. These names are derived from Latin and they represent our

school’s fi ve Core Values: Teamwork, Responsibility, Integrity, Learning and

Service.

Explanation of Crest:

The wings represent how the Houses will soar together with heart and soul towards excellence. All fi ve Houses are represented at the bottom of the crest, signifying teamwork and unity. The name of the respective House is stated at the top, with the English translation indicated on the shield.

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Co-Curricular Activities/LEAPS

1. Objectives

a. The CCA programme plays a signifi cant role in the holistic development of our students. CCAs inculcate sound moral values, build character and foster camaraderie. They cultivate healthy habits, and instil aesthetic and cultural appreciation in our students. The guiding principles for the CCA programme are:

• to build character, team spirit and responsibility• to be broad-based with opportunities to specialise• to inculcate national values• to promote social integration

3. CCA Policy

a. CCA participation is compulsory for all students. For a holistic education, all students are expected to take part in one CCA from the following groups: Uniformed Groups, Sports and Games, Performing Arts, and Clubs and Societies. The CCA allocation takes into consideration the school’s niche areas, talent identifi cation and the student’s preferences.

b. Students are encouraged to pursue and specialise in one CCA. The option to change CCA may be given if there are valid and acceptable reasons. Approval must be granted from the teachers-in-charge and the Head of CCA before a transfer may be done. However, students in the NCC, NPCC and Band are not allowed to

change their CCA except on medical grounds.

c. Participation has to be continuous throughout the 4 or 5 years of the secondary school course before CCA marks scored are considered for the award of a CCA grade.

4. General

a. Each CCA has approximately a 30-week programme for the year.

b. 100% attendance at CCA is expected of all students. A medical certifi cate must be submitted if the child is absent on medical grounds.

2. List of CCAs

Girl GuidesNCC (Land)NPCCBoy ScoutsSt. John AmbulanceBrigade

Uniformed Groups Sports and Games Performing Arts Clubs & SocietiesBasketballCanoeingFencingHockeyNetballVolleyball

Chinese OrchestraChoirDanceMilitary BandEnglish DramaChinese Drama

ArtInfo CommScience SocietyMalay Cultural Society

MAIN CCAs * 2nd CCAs

BP Com LinkHealth & SportsService Learning Club

*Students taking up a 2nd CCA must have active participation (>75% attendance) in a MAIN CCA.

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c. At the end of a student’s secondary education, a CCA grade or attainment level will be awarded. The CCA grade will be converted to bonus points for gaining admission into junior colleges/centralised institutions or polytechnics.

d. As part of CCA, all students are encouraged to initiate and carry out ViA-related activities.

e. All students must participate in the Group Insurance Scheme arranged by the school.

CCA Recognition Scheme (for Sec 1 & 2 students)

LEAPS 2.0

Participation

This domain recognises students’ participation in one school-based1 Co-Curricular Activity (CCA). Recognition is based on the number of years of participation and exemplary conduct and active contribution2 to the CCA. Sustained engagement in the same CCA allows for progressive development of character, skills, knowledge and friendships, and will be accorded higher recognition.

Service

This domain recognises students’ development as socially responsible citizens who contribute meaningfully to the community. Every secondary school student will contribute at least 6 hours per school year to the community. They can choose to embark on a Values-in-Action project (ViA). Students will be recognised for the time they put into planning, service and refl ection, when participating in a ViA project.

Leadership

This domain recognises students’ leadership development. Recognition is accorded to students’ ability to take charge of personal development, work in a team and assume responsibilities in service of others. In addition to formal leadership appointments, participation in student leadership modules/workshops, the National Youth Achievement Award (NYAA) and leadership positions in the school, CCA or student-initiated/student-led projects will also be recognised.

Achievement

This domain recognises students’ representation and accomplishment in co-curricular involvements beyond the classroom. Opportunities for representation and accomplishment present valuable learning experiences for students to learn discipline, resilience and develop their character. Students may represent the school or organisations endorsed by the school. Recognising external opportunities better caters to students’ diverse interests and talents. It also recognises the community’s role in developing the child.

Co-Curricular Activities/LEAPS

1 School-based CCA refers to CCA that are organised within the school or have been endorsed by the school.2 Schools have processes in place to determine ‘exemplary conduct and active contribution’ with respect to their school’s context.

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Co-Curricular Activities/LEAPS

Representation refers to being selected and endorsed by the school or an organisation endorsed by the school (e.g. the community club or national association) to contribute, perform or compete. It need not be tied to his/her CCA in school.

Accomplishment refers to attaining accolades and awards at competitions, festivals, performances, exhibitions, conferences and symposiums where the student represents the school or other organisations endorsed by the school.

Recognition of Students’ Level of Attainment

At the end of the graduating year, students’ co-curricular attainment will be recognised according to Excellent/Good/Fair. The level of attainment will be converted to bonus point(s) which can be used for admission to Junior Colleges/ Polytechnics/ Institutes of Education (JC/Poly/ITE).

Co-Curricular Attainment

Details

Excellent(2 bonus points)

Student who attains a minimum Level 3 in all four domains with at least a Level 4 in one domain.

Good (1 bonus point)

Student who attains a minimum Level 1 in all four domains with any one of the following:

i. At least Level 2 in three domains; ii. At least Level 2 in one domain and at least Level 3

in another domain; or iii. At least Level 4 in one domain.

Fair Student’s attainment in co-curricular will not translate into any bonus points.

You may log on to our school website for more details on LEAPS 2.0.

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Co-Curricular Activities/LEAPS

Categories Maximum Points Award of points up to

Leadership

Enrichment(modules under CDP)

Achievement

Sub-categories

• Representation• Attainment• Accomplishment

Participation

Service

12

4

15

866

10

5

2 activities

6 modules with 2 modules from each of the 3 domains.

Main CCA and 1 activity2 activities2 activities

Main CCA and 2 activities

100 hrs

a) Leadership

Leadership points are awarded for leadership roles such as Class Chairpersons, Student Councillors, House Captains, Section Leaders and Conductors of Performing Arts groups, members of the Uniformed Groups and Offi ce Bearers of Clubs and Societies. Students who resign from their leadership posts without valid reason will not be awarded points for the activity. There should be no double counting. Only the highest points awarded for each activity will be considered. Points awarded for up to 2 activities will be totalled up. The maximum awarded is 12 points.

b) Enrichment

Enrichment points are awarded for the completion of Character Development Programme modules within the 4 or 5 secondary school years. Students are required to complete 2 modules from any of the 3 domains to obtain 1 point and opportunities should be made available for students to complete a total of 6 modules with 2 modules from each of the 3 domains. Enrichment points will be awarded according to the total number of modules completed over the 4 or 5 secondary school years. The maximum awarded for Enrichment is 3 points for 6 CDP modules with 2 modules from each of the 3 domains, the domains being:

• Enterprise • Citizenship • Personal and Social Lifeskills An additional 1 point is awarded for participation in Sports and Rugged Activities

CCA grading scheme (for Sec 3-5 students only)

The CCA Grading Scheme, LEAPS awards CCA points in the following 5 categories: Leadership, Enrichment, Achievement, Participation and Service. The Achievement category is sub-divided into Representation, Attainment and Accomplishment. The maximum points for each category are shown as follows:

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Co-Curricular Activities/LEAPS

c) Achievement

Achievement points are sub-categorised into Representation, Attainment and Accomplishment points. Only the highest points awarded for each activity will be considered. There should be no double counting. The maximum awarded for Achievement is 15 points from the 3 sub-categories.

Representation

Points are awarded to students who represent their schools in inter-school competitions and SYF Presentation, as well as those who represent external organizations in inter-school, regional and international competitions. Only the highest points from the main CCA and one other will be totalled up. The maximum awarded is 8 points.

Attainment

Points are awarded to students who attain awards that are of non-competitive nature, such as National Youth Achievement Award. Only the highest points awarded for up to 2 activities will be totalled up. The maximum awarded for Attainment is 6 points.

Accomplishment

Points are awarded to students who win awards at inter-school, national, regional and international competitions. Only the highest points awarded for up to 2 activities will be totalled up. The maximum awarded for Accomplishment is 6 points.

d) Participation

Points are awarded for participation in the main CCA with at least 75%

attendance rate. Points are also awarded for participation in intra-school activities, school performances, SYF Opening Ceremony (outdoor events) and National Day Parade. Only the highest points awarded for the main CCA and 2 other activities will be totalled up. The maximum awarded is 10 points.

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4-YEAR SECONDARY COURSE 5-YEAR SECONDARY COURSE

Points Grade Points Grade 25 & above A1 26 & above A1 20 -24 A2 21-25 A2 16-19 B3 17-20 B3 13-15 B4 14-16 B4 10-12 C5 11-13 C5 8-9 C6 9-10 C6 4-7 D7 5-8 D7 1-3 E8 1-4 E8 0 U 0 U

For students with an attendance rate of 50% - 74%, the CCA points scored for

the year will not be computed. However, CCA points accumulated in earlier

years can be retained for computation when the student rejoins a CCA and

fulfi ls the 75% attendance rate criterion.

An attendance rate of less than 50%, except for medical reasons, will

constitute a break in the CCA and all points accumulated up to and including

that year will be annulled.

In the above instances, the number of modules attended under the Enrichment category and the number of hours rendered to community service under the Service category will not be affected by students’ attendance rate in the main CCA.

e) Service

Service points are awarded for students’ involvement in community service according to the total number of hours spent in community service over the 4 or 5 secondary school years. The number of hours includes the minimum 6 hours per year under the Values-in-Action Programme. The maximum awarded is 5 points for 100 or more hours of service.

Computation of CCA points

CCA participation should be sustained throughout the 4 or 5 secondary

school years to reap maximum CCA points. At the end of the 4 or 5-year course, only the highest point in each activity will be considered. The points for the number of activities permitted for each category will be totalled up and the highest points scored in the 5 LEAPS categories will be totalled up. The points will then be converted to a grade accordingly.

Co-Curricular Activities/LEAPS

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Student Leadership DevelopmentEvery BPian, A Leader

Every BPian, A Leader. This is the philosophy of Student Leadership Development (SLD) in BPGHS. It aims to develop every BPian to be future-ready learners, who are confi dent to lead and committed to serve the nation.

Approach

The school adopts the Leadership Challenge Model (LCM) (Kouzes & Posner) in student leadership development. It aims to incorporate the Five Practices of Exemplary Leadership into its training programmes, to develop in students a set of traits, competencies and behaviour necessary for one to be effective as a leader.

The Five Practices of

Exemplary Leadership® Ten Commitments

Model the Way

• Clarify values by fi nding your voice and affi rming shared ideals.

• Set the example by aligning actions with shared values.

Inspire a Shared Vision

• Envision the future by imagining exciting and ennobling possibilities.

• Enlist others in a common vision by appealing to shared aspirations.

Challenge the Process

• Search for opportunities by seizing the initiative and by looking outward for innovative ways to improve.

• Experiment and take risks by constantly generating small wins and learning from experience.

Enable Others to Act

• Foster collaboration by building trust and facilitating relationships.

• Strengthen others by increasing self determination and developing competence.

Encourage the Heart

• Recognise contributions by showing appreciation for individual excellence.

• Celebrate the values and victories by creating a spirit of community.

Opportunities and Training Programmes

The school has a structured and integrated approach which features across leadership education, leadership development and mentoring. SLD opportunities are provided for all students in each of the three tiers of leadership and not restricted to formal leadership positions. It stands on the belief that every student can make a positive difference within his/her sphere of infl uence regardless of his/her position.

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Student-initiated Activities (SiA)

Student-initiated Activities (SiA) is one of the key platforms for students to develop their leadership skills. Students work in groups or as a class to propose projects in support of a good cause. SiA provides opportunities for students to build team spirit, as well as a greater appetite for risk-taking and experimentation.

BPians who are keen to make a positive impact on the lives of others in the school or community may launch an SiA project by gathering interested peers and obtaining the endorsement from the school SLD team for implementation.

Interested students can sign up on the school online platform.

Tiers of

Leadership

Groups of

LeadersOpportunities and Training Programmes

Self-

Leadership

Every BPian • Sec 1 Communication and Teambuilding Workshop• Sec 1 Leadership Challenge Model (LCM) Workshop• Sec 1 SLD Lessons on LCM• National Youth Achievement Award (NYAA)• Level Leadership Programmes (e.g. Sec 1

Orientation, Sec 2 Adventure Camp, Sec 3 OViA, Sec 4 Motivation Workshop)

• Level Assembly SLD TalksGroup

Leadership

Class CommitteeSiA Project GroupsHouse CommitteeSports Leaders

• Student Leadership Training for Class Chairman and Vice-Chairman

• Ambassadors Training in areas of Values-in-Action (ViA), National Education (NE), Cyberwellness, Green Committee, Welfare/Functions

• Teacher Mentorship for Student-initiated Activities (SiA) project teams (this can be by individuals, student groups, class committee, class and/or CCAs)

School-

Level

Leadership

Student CouncilHouse CaptainsCCA Executive Committee

• Student Leadership Training for top-tier leaders (for Sec 2 & 3 students)

• Student Leadership Training by individual CCA/Student Leader Body

• Community, national and international conferences and workshops

Student Leadership DevelopmentEvery BPian, A Leader

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Designation Roles and Responsibilities

Chairman Together, the Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Head of Functions and Head of Welfare will work collectively to• engender a strong BPian spirit;• instil right character and transmit school values;• promote self-discipline;• build class bonding and camaraderie, and• foster a culture of care in the class.

* Head of Functions will take the lead in planning and organising BP Day.

Vice-Chairman

Head of Functions

Head of Welfare

ViA Ambassador (2)

• To build a spirit of volunteerism so that students become active contributors and concerned citizens, with empathy for fellow Singaporeans.

• To lead the class in Values in Action (ViA) projects that allow students to demonstrate and develop values, knowledge and skills, and meet genuine community needs in a sustained and meaningful way.

• To be involved in all ViA-related projects in school. * ViA Ambassadors will take the lead in planning and organising

the Structured Level ViA programme.

NE Ambassador (2)

• To promote active and responsible citizenry.• To lead the class in the organisation of NE projects that

develop national cohesion, the instinct for survival and confi dence in the future among students.

• To be involved in all NE-related projects in school.

Green Ambassador (2)

• To champion environmental cause and promote a green culture in the school.

• To be involved in all environmental projects in school.

CyberwellnessAmbassador (2)

• To be a positive student role model encouraging peers to observe good online practices and promote cyberwellness,

• To be involved in all cyberwellness-related projects in school.

AVA Coordinator (2) To provide technical support for teachers.

SubjectRepresentatives

To encourage academic excellence by providing administrative and operational support to subject teachers.

Class Management Committee

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Values-in-Action Programme

VALUES-IN-ACTION PROGRAMME (ViA)

Values-in-Action (ViA) are learning experiences that support students’ development as socially responsible citizens who contribute meaningfully to the community, through the learning and application of values, knowledge and skills. In BPGHS, we adopt the Service Learning approach in our ViA programme.

Approach

Service Learning combines service to the community with student learning in a way that improves both the student and community. There is an equal emphasis on helping communities and providing valid learning experiences to students.

Thus, Service-Learning is a structured approach that takes into consideration four areas:i. engaging students in service that meets real community needs,ii. identifying learning outcomes to link the students’ service experiences to the school curriculum,iii. preparing students mentally and physically for the service tasks, andiv. providing a structured process for students’ refl ections.

Platforms

ViA opportunities are provided via the following platforms:

ActivitiesNumber of points awarded for LEAPS

5 4 3 2 1

Community Service over 4 to 5 years

100 or more hours 80-99 hours 60-79 hours 40-59 hours 24-39 hours

Structured Level ViA programme

Under this platform, ViA lessons are incorporated into CCE lessons for students to explore service opportunities and plan their service learning project.

CCA ViA As part of the CCA programme, students are encouraged to organize at least one ViA activity to contribute to the community.

Student-Initiated Activities (SiA) Platform

Students are encouraged to use this platform to champion a social cause they are passionate about. Student initiators can receive guidance and support from the teacher mentors. Through this platform, students can develop their confi dence, initiative, commitment and willingness to serve the community.

Elective ViA Students who wish to contribute to the society but may not be able to so extensively on the SiA platform are encouraged to sign up for Elective ViA opportunities (e.g. fl ag days, community projects) on the online platform so that they can still contribute to better the lives of others, in any way they can.

CCA points

For Sec 3, 4 and 5 students: BPians are encouraged to complete at least 100 hours of ViA by the end of their four/fi ve-year stay in BPGHS. This entitles them to 5 points under the LEAPS system (‘Service’ Component)

For Sec 1 and 2 students (New LEAPS system):

Level Service Criteria

1 Completed between 24 and 29 hours of service to the school or community

2 Completed between 30 and 36 hours of service to the school or community or Completed at least one ViA project

3 Completed at least 36 hours of service to the school or community or Completed at least two ViA projects or Completed at least 24 hours of service and one ViA project.

4 Completed at least 24 hours of service and two ViA projects.

5 Completed at least 24 hours of service, one VIA project and one Student-initiated ViA project

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School - based Awards

Type of Award Criteria Quota Quantum

Edusave Scholarships Award • Top 10% of each level and stream

25% of enrolment by level and stream

$650

Edusave Merit Bursary Award

• Top 11 to 25% of each level and stream• Gross Household income below $4,000 per month

$350

Good Progress Award• Top 10% of each level and stream based on progress• At least 10% improvement in rank

10% of enrolment $200

EAGLES • Leadership qualities, service to community/school, excellence in CCA 5% of Singapore Citizens $200

Edusave Character Award • Exemplary character and upholds school values 5% of Singapore Citizens $500

Category Quantum

Top GCE-O level Express $100

Top GCE-O level Normal Academic $100

Top GCE-N level Normal Academic $100

Top GCE-N level Normal Technical $100

CCA Active Participation• For Sec 1, Sec 2 and Sec 3 students• At least 90% attendance• Possesses positive attitude and has made signifi cant contributions to CCA in the year• One awardee per CCA

Token

CCA Excellence• For Sec 4/5 Graduating students• Awardees: Sports Boy; Sports Girl; Best Cadet (Boy/Girl) in Uniformed Groups; Best Member in Performing Arts; Best Member in Clubs and Societies

$50

A) MOE Edusave Awards

B) SAC Awards

C) Wan Boo Sow Awards

Individual Category (for Singapore Citizens) Quantum No. of winners

Horizon Award (Sec 1-3) for needy students with good conduct and academic achievement. $300 50

1st in Visual Arts in level (Sec 1-3) $200 3

1st in Higher Chinese in level (Sec 1-3)2nd in Higher Chinese in level (Sec 1-3)

$200$150

33

1st in Chinese in level (Sec 1-3)2nd in Chinese in level (Sec 1-3)

$150$100

33

1st & 2nd in Bilingualism in level (Sec 1-4) Exp stream 1st & 2nd in Bilingualism in level (Sec 1-4) N(A) stream 1st & 2nd in Bilingualism in level (Sec 1-4) N(T) stream

$200$200$200

888

Student Leadership Award for students with “Excellent” grade in Student Leadership Index $100 150

CCA Active Participation (Sec 1-3)(in addition to the above SAC Award)

$100 66

CCA Excellence (Sec 4/5)(in addition to the above SAC Award)

$200 5

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Category Prize

Top in Level (Sec 1-3) Plaque

Best in Subject (Sec 1-3) $20 book voucher

Category Prize

Leadership Award Certifi cate

Achievement Award Certifi cate

Service Award Certifi cate

Distinction Award Certifi cate

Perfect Punctuality Award Certifi cate

Perfect Attendance and Punctuality Award Certifi cate

Most Outstanding Pupil Award Certifi cate

D) School Awards

E) School Awards presented during Graduation Day (Sec 4/5)

Category Quantum

SYFC Excellence Award for the student with the highest LEAPS points $500

F) Singapore Youth Flying Club Award (Sec 4/5)

School - based Awards

Group Category Quantum

Class Excellence Award (Lower Sec) Semester 1 $400 per class for bonding activities and/or stationery set

Class Excellence Award (Upper Sec) Semester 1 $400 per class for bonding activities and/or stationery set

Class Excellence Award (Lower Sec) Semester 2 $400 per class for bonding activities and/or stationery set

Class Excellence Award (Upper Sec) Semester 2 $400 per class for bonding activities and/or stationery set

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School Supplementary Fees 2015 (per month)

MOE / SAC Financial AssistanceStudents who need fi nancial assistance, are to obtain the ‘Application For Financial Assistance: MOE FAS / SAC Bursary’ form from the Offi ce. Students should submit their applications in October / November in order for their applications to be processed by December for the following year.

Eligibility for MOE Financial Assistance Scheme:

(a) Student must be a Singapore citizen,(b) Student is from family which is in receipt of social welfare aid or student residing in a

recognized Welfare Organisation Home,(c) Student whose family’s Gross Household Income* is $2,500 or less per month or whose Per Capita Income is $625 or less per month.

(*Gross Household Income includes income earned by ALL members of the household. It includes rental income, pension, alimony and income from other sources such as investments. Full-time National Service allowance is excluded. Per Capita Income is computed based on the number of members in the household).

For MOE Financial Assistance, the subsidies are as follows:

(a) 100% waiver of school fees,(b) 100% waiver of standard miscellaneous fees**,(c) 75% waiver of N and O level examination fees (if application is approved by Feb),(d) Free textbooks and stationery in the approved textbook list,(e) Free school attire comprising 2 sets of uniform, 2 sets of PE attire, 2 pairs of socks and 1 pair of shoes.

(** The monthly 2nd tier Miscellaneous Fees and Autonomous Fee are still payable. Parents can apply to use the child’s Edusave account to pay for these fees, if they have not done so).

School FeeSchool Fee (Singapore PR)School Fee (International Students)

$5$120$450 (ASEAN), $650 (non-ASEAN)

Miscellaneous Fee (Standard) Miscellaneous Fee (2nd Tier) Autonomous School Fee

$10$10$3

A Singaporean student pays $28 per month. A Singapore PR pays $143 per month. AnInternational student pays $473 (ASEAN) or $673 (non-ASEAN) per month.

A Singaporean student can opt to pay the $10 Miscellaneous Fee (2nd Tier) and $3Autonomous Fee through the Pupil Edusave Account,

PaymentThe fees are payable for all 12 months. Parents are encouraged to pay fees through GIRO. Parents must ensure there are suffi cient funds in their bank account for GIRO deduction on the 26th of the month. Cash payment is to be made at the General Offi ce (between 8.30am to 3.00pm) by month end.

Financial Assistance

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Code of Conduct for Students

Attire And Personal Appearance

A strong sense of self-discipline and responsibility among its students has enabled Bukit Panjang Govt High School to maintain a high standard of discipline. Our students are expectedto exercise self-discipline in school and outside school.

In school, students are to exemplify school values in their conduct and relationships with fellow BPians.

Outside school, they must uphold the good name of the school by conducting themselves in a disciplined and responsible manner.

All students benefi t from studying in an environment of good discipline and must play their part to ensure that the highest standards of discipline are maintained.

Every BPian should take pride in wearing the school uniform. The uniform is a representation of the school and her history. The way the uniform is worn shall NOT refl ect individual preferences. BPians MUST wear the BP uniform as prescribed below.

1. UNIFORM

• Students are to wear the prescribed school uniform with the name tag. Modifi cation to the uniform is not allowed.

• All shirts, blouses and T-shirts must be neatly tucked in at all times when worn with the school shorts/trousers/skirt.

• Blouse/shirt sleeves and trousers must not be folded up. Skirts must not be folded around the waist.

• Knee length skirts should be worn at the waist. School trousers and belts to be worn at the waist. Long trousers must not be too tight or taper towards ankles. Pleated trousers and trousers of denim material are not allowed.

• Name tags must be worn at all times when students are in full uniform. They must be worn above the left pocket of the shirt / blouse.

• Only school-issued collar badges are allowed to be worn.• All students must put on the school tie on Mondays as well as at important school functions.• Plain white socks without any brand names are to be worn and must be visible around the

ankle.• The wearing of fl ip fl ops / sandals to school is prohibited except on medical grounds.• The school uniform, PE attire or CCA attire should be worn at all times when students come

to school during the school vacation.• Games attire is not allowed during lessons.

2. PE ATTIRE & CCA/HOUSE/CLASS T-SHIRT

• Students can wear their PE attire to school on the days when they have PE lessons.• Half-uniform of CCA and school shorts / trousers / skirt is to be worn only for participation in

the respective CCAs.• Half-uniform of Class T-shirt and school shorts / trousers / skirt is to be worn only for selected

school events.• Class T-shirt design must be approved by the Form Teacher and endorsed by the Discipline

Master. (Students who do not conform to the code of conduct with regard to the class T-shirt will be required to surrender their unacceptable T-shirt design and may have to purchase new ones.)

• Students should exercise responsibility in ensuring that class T-shirts are not worn in place of their PE T-shirt.

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3. GROOMING

Attire And Personal Appearance

Important Note:

1. For attire check on the fi rst day of each school term, students with dyed hair/unacceptable hairstyles will be identifi ed and referred to the Discipline Committee. Parents will be asked to come to school to take the students home.

2. Conduct grade for these students will be ‘Fair’.

Boys Girls

• Short, neat and tidy hairstyle with natural colour.

• Hair at the back should not touch the shirt collar. There must be a distinct and gradual slope.

• Hair at the front must be above both eyebrows. When combed downwards, it should not cover the eyes.

• Hair at the crown must not be too thick or bushy.

• Hair at the sides must not touch the ears. Side-burns are not allowed.

• Ear-studs/earrings/sticks are not allowed.• Facial hair such as a moustache or a beard is

not allowed. The face is to be clean-shaven.

• Neat and tidy hairstyle with natural colour.

• Long hair length below collar level must be tied up neatly with simple hair accessories that are black or dark brown in colour.

• Hair in front must not cover the eyes or fall across the cheeks.

• Only one pair of small (plain, black, gold or silver) ear-studs is allowed.

• Cosmetics or make-up of any kind are not allowed.

• No accessories can be worn to school except a functional watch.

• No tinting, dyeing or highlighting of hair.• No outlandish hairstyle.• Fingernails should be short and unvarnished.• Fanciful or striking spectacle frames, tinted glasses or contact lenses are not allowed.• Body studs, rings, bangles or wristbands of any colour or kind are not allowed.

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Attire

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Uniform & PE Attire VendorYangtze Kiang TailorMrs Low and Mr Low Funn BoonBlk 26 Teck Whye Lane, #01-180, Singapore 680026Tel: 6769 1260 Fax: 6762 9285Email: [email protected]: www.yangtzekiang.com.sg

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Expected Student Behaviour In School

ATTENDANCE• Attendance in school is compulsory.• Students must clock into the e-fi ngerprint system upon arrival and before leaving the school

premises.• Attendance at the daily fl ag-raising ceremony is compulsory.• Students must be at the assembly area by 7.25 am. The fl ag-raising ceremony will

commence punctually at 7.30 a.m.

ABSENTEEISM• Parent/Guardian must telephone the school to notify the General Offi ce of their child’s/

ward’s absence by 7.30am or before the morning assembly. Absence from school must be supported by a medical certifi cate or a letter (up to a maximum of three letters per semester) from the parent/guardian. This medical certifi cate or letter must be handed in to the Form Teacher the very day the student returns to school. The following constitutes valid reasons to support a letter from the parent/guardian: personal illness, emergencies at home, death within the immediate family or where permission has been granted by the school authority.

• Disciplinary action will be taken against students found playing truant or absenting themselves from school without a valid reason.

• Students who are absent for lessons/tests/examinations must produce a medical certifi cate to cover the period of absence. Students absent for tests or examinations without a medical certifi cate will be given a zero mark for the paper that they miss.

PUNCTUALITY• Students will be considered late if they are not with their class when the fl ag-raising

ceremony commences.• Students coming to school after 7.30am must report to the guard house to obtain a

permission slip to enter class.• Disciplinary action will be taken against habitual late-comers.• Parents will be called up upon the student’s third and subsequent offence within the

semester.

BEHAVIOUR DURING LESSONS• It is the responsibility of students to report punctually for lessons.• They are to bring textbooks, workbooks and other materials relevant for lessons.• Assignments are to be completed and handed in by the specifi ed deadline. Any request for

an extension of time must be made to the teacher before the deadline.• Students must stay focussed and participate actively during lessons.• Students must seek the teacher’s permission before leaving the class during lesson.

(Students are to go for toilet breaks during the change-over period and should refrain from leaving the classroom just before and after recess.)

• Students are not to disrupt the lesson or waste curriculum time.• Students are to move quietly and quickly in an orderly manner as a class, from one venue to

another for lessons.• When a teacher is absent, students are to do self-study and are not allowed to close the

classroom doors/windows.

DURING RECESS• Students must exercise consideration and refrain from making excessive and unnecessary

noise during recess.• Students are not allowed to loiter around classroom blocks particularly along the corridors

during recess.

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Expected Student Behaviour In School

AFTER RECESS• At the end of the recess, students are to report back to their classrooms punctually in a

quiet and orderly manner.

AT THE ASSEMBLY AREA DURING FLAG-RAISING CEREMONY• All must assemble according to their classes and class index nunber quickly and quietly.• Students who are Singapore citizens must sing the National Anthem and take the Pledge

with the right fi st placed over the heart.• All students must stand to attention (regardless of where they are) when they hear the

National Anthem being played.• All must sing the school song with pride.• All must pay attention when announcements are being made.• All must proceed to class in an orderly and quiet manner after the ceremony.

AT THE ASSEMBLY IN THE HALL• All must assemble according to their classes and class index nunber quickly and quietly.• All must observe silence during the assembly.• All must behave with consideration towards the speaker or performer(s).• All must show appreciation for the time and effort spent in presenting the programme.

AT THE CANTEEN AND CAFE• Students shall buy and consume food and drinks only during recess or when special

permission has been obtained.• Food and drinks must be consumed in the canteen or café only.• Students are not allowed to take food and drinks out of the canteen or cafe. Only plain water

is allowed in class and other areas of the school.• Students must queue up to buy food.• When consuming food, students should display good table manners by not leaving or

throwing food scraps on the tables or fl oor.• All utensils and crockery must be returned to the collection bins.

BEHAVIOUR ON SCHOOL GROUNDS• Students should not loiter along the corridors and any movement along the corridors should

be carried out in a quiet and orderly manner.• Students are not allowed to use the school hall for any activity at any time of the day unless

authorised.• Students are not allowed to play ball games in the classrooms or any part of the school

grounds NOT designated for such activities.• There will be no cycling within the school grounds. Students with bicycles must park them

at designated bicycle stands.

USE OF SCHOOL PROPERTY• Students shall use all school property with care.• Students must report all defective equipment immediately to the General Offi ce.• Students must make it a habit to save water and electricity. Air conditioners, fans and

lights should be switched off when not in use.• Students shall not litter.• Classrooms must be kept neat and clean.• Toilets must be kept clean at all times.• Except for the school fi eld, students should refrain from stepping on the grass.

PERSONAL BELONGINGS

• Students are strongly advised against bringing valuable items such as handphones, electronic games, expensive watches, listening devices, etc. to school.

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Expected Student Behaviour In School

• Students are to be responsible for their own personal belongings and should not leave them unattended at all times.

• While the school will assist in the search for lost valuables, the school cannot guarantee the successful return of these valuables. The school cannot be held responsible nor liable in any way in cases of theft/loss of valuables.

• The following items should not be brought to school: chewing gum, playing cards, cigarettes/lighters, pornographic materials and items with sharp pointed ends .

USE OF PERSONAL ELECTRONIC DEVICES (PEDS)

• Personal Electronic Devices (PEDs) include handphones, ipods, ipads, tablets, laptops, cameras and similar electronic devices.

• PEDs can only be used during recess and after curriculum time.• All PEDs should be switched off during curriculum time.• Charging of PEDs is not allowed in school.• Students should not abuse the use of PEDs. They should not take a picture or video of

others without the latter’s permission.• Prior approval must be obtained from the Principal to publish any photographs or

videos of any school-related activity.• The school reserves the right to conduct checks on any PED brought to school at any time.• Students are personally responsible and accountable for the safe-keeping of their PEDs.• PEDs found unattended, or used during curriculum time will be confi scated.

SCHOOL VACATION

• Students coming to school during school holidays to attend remedial/ supplementary lessons or other activities must be in proper school attire.

• They are not to wear sandals/fl ip-fl ops and non-school T-shirts. Offenders will be denied entry and asked to leave the school premises.

PERMISSION TO LEAVE SCHOOL DURING SCHOOL HOURS

• A student wishing to leave school during school hours must obtain permission from the Principal / Vice Principal.

• If a student is unwell and wishes to go home, the General Offi ce will inform the parent/guardian to accompany the student home.

OVERSEAS TRAVEL

• Students are to be responsible in submitting their travel declaration on the school website before they go on any trip overseas during the holidays

• During term time, travel applications must be made directly to the Principal.

Discipline Management For Major & Minor Offences (per Semester)

THE SCHOOL DISCIPLINE COMMITTEE

• The School Discipline Committee is authorised to amend the school rules as deemed necessary.

• All serious offences shall be referred to the School Discipline Committee.• The School Discipline Committee is authorised to decide on the form of punishment to

be meted out for any misbehaviour or misdeed of a student.

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Expected Student Behaviour In School

CONSEQUENCES FOR BREAKING SCHOOL RULES

Students must learn to be responsible for their actions and expect certain consequences if they choose to break the school rules and bring the school’s name into disrepute

Offences (major/minor) will be recorded in School Cockpit Offence Module (SOM). Fair/Poor Conduct Grade will be recorded against the offender Only students with Good Conduct Grade and above will be eligible for Edusave/

Eagles/School/Colours/Edusave Character Award

Note:

Teachers can report offences (major/minor) using the Offence Reporting Form and refer the offender to the Discipline Committee for follow-up action.

Students sent for detention will adhere to the detention order set by Discipline Committee / OM

Failure to report for detention will result in more serious consequences Students who repeatedly break school rules will be given a ‘poor’ conduct grade.

Offences Description Consequences

Major

Cheating in assessments / tests / examinations and/or breach of examination procedures

- Conduct grade will be ‘Poor’ - Home involvement- Results terminated

- Alcohol / Drug / Inhalant Abuse- Cyber bullying- Failure to report for detention- Forgery- Gambling- Gangsterism- Open defi ance and/or rudeness- Pornography- Possession of weapons- Possession of tobacco products- Sexual misconduct- Smoking

- Conduct grade will be ‘Poor’ - Counselling / referral to external agencies- Home involvement- In-house school suspension- Police assistance (if needed)

- Arson- Assault / Fighting- Theft- Truancy- Vandalism

- Compensation to the aggrieved party (where relevant)- Conduct grade will be ‘Poor’ - Counselling / referral to external agencies- Home involvement- In-house school suspension- Police assistance (if needed)

Minor

- Disruptive behaviour- Skipping classes / assembly

- Conduct grade will be ‘Fair’ / ‘Poor’- Detention class / In-house school suspension

- Home involvement

- Consuming food/drink outside cafe/canteen

- Failure to log in/out of iFins- Improper attire and grooming- Late-coming- Littering- Not doing assignments- Using vulgar language

- conduct grade will be ‘Fair’ (4-8 times)- conduct grade will be ‘Poor’ (> 8 times)- Detention class / Corrective work order on every 3rd count

- Home involvement

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School Safety

Safety Rules In The Science LaboratoryAll students should abide by the following rules:

General Safety• Do not enter the laboratories without a teacher’s permission.• Read the instructions fi rst before starting your experiment.• Handling of all apparatus and chemicals should be carried out under the supervision of a

teacher.• Do not lock the doors and windows while an experiment is being carried out.• Do not eat, drink or play in the laboratory.• Do not tamper with the electrical mains.• Do not remove any apparatus or chemical from the laboratory.• Do not taste any chemical.• Work tidily. Wash all apparatus and dispose of all materials correctly. Wash your hands after

all laboratory work.

When heating chemicals• Wear safety goggles when heating chemicals.• Do not place fl ammable substance near fl ames.• Do not point the mouth of a test tube which is being heated towards yourself or your

friends.

Accidents• Should any chemical get into you mouth, spit it out into the basin and rinse your mouth

thoroughly with water. Similarly, if any chemical comes into contact with other parts of your body or clothes, wash thoroughly with plenty of water. Report to the teacher.

• Report all accidents, injuries, breakage and spillages immediately to the teacher.

Avoid Contamination• Do not put any chemical, once removed from the bottle, back into a bottle.

Safety VisionAll staff and students exercise safety practices to ensure a safe environment for all

Safety MissionTo provide a safe and secure environment to support the delivery of the BPian Experience

Safety Policies• Be responsible for the safety of self and others.• Observe safety rules• Be committed to safety in daily life

Safety Values• Teamwork - Working together to ensure a safe environment for all• Responsibility - Fulfi lling your roles and duties to your best ability helps contribute to the safety of all• Integrity - Observing safety practices at all times even when no one is watching• Learning - Always seeking improvement to raise safety standards• Service - Contributing to the creation of a safe environment for the school.

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Workshop Safety

All students are expected to follow the instructions given at all times. When in doubt, ASK. Paying close attention to instructions will ensure a safe and enjoyable lesson.

General rules • Do not enter the workshop without prior permission from the teacher.• All workshop practices should be carried out only when a teacher / instructor is present.• Report tools which are blunt, rusty, badly worn out or in poor condition to the teacher/

instructor immediately.• Do not operate any machine unless proper instructions on its correct and safe use have been

given.• All plastic work should be carried out in well-ventilated rooms.

WORKSHOP SESSIONSBefore the start of each lesson:• All students should wear their aprons.• Watches, rings and bracelets should not be worn as these may cause accidents.• Check tools placed on the tool rack and report any missing tool to the teacher / instructor

immediately.• Report any faulty machine immediately.

During the lesson• Use the right tool for the right job. Return it to its proper place after use. • Exercise care when handling pointed or sharp-edged tools.• Use eye-shields or goggles when working on the machines.• Use face masks and protective gloves when working with toxic materials.• Handle all chemicals and resin with care. Never pour them into the sink or other water

drainage outlets.

After the lesson• Check that all tools are returned to their respective places. • Clean up the work area.• Ensure that all machines are switched off.

Injuries• Any injury, however slight, should be reported to the teacher / instructor immediately.

Kitchen SafetyStudents are to :• Keep fi ngernails short to prevent any food contamination• Put on their aprons and caps before the lesson, making sure their hair is covered neatly.• Line their unit bins with a plastic bag and place it near their sink.• Put all their books, stationery items and food containers into their personal drawers.

(Note: Do not use plastic bags to pack your cooked food)• Use only equipment from their own unit unless theu are told otherwise.• For their own safety, push in all the stools during practical lessons.• Be responsible for their own unit and kitchen duties.• Keep the kitchen-top clean at all times & kitchen linen and apron should be washed clean

after each cooking lesson.• Be considerate. Switch off all fans, lights and close the windows before they leave the

kitchen.• Put on goggles during food investigative experiments.

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Art Room Safety

• Usage of of the Art Room must always be under teacher supervision.• Do not operate any equipment/machine unless proper instructions on its correct and safe use

have been given.• All activities that involve volatile substances (spray paint, turpentine, spray adhesive, fi xatives)

should be carried out in well-ventilated rooms.• Girls with long hair should have the hair tied up neatly.• School-ties, watches, rings, bracelets and bangles should be removed during lessons/

activities.• Exercise care when handling pointed or sharp-edged tools.• After each lesson, check that all tools are returned to their respective places. Clean up the

work area.

For PE and CCAs that involve strenuous or outdoor activities, students should take part only when they are well. Students who are unwell should inform the teacher of their conditions. Students who have recently recovered from fl u, cold and cough with chest infections should also highlight the condition to the teacher.

Students must be appropriately attired and heed the instructions of the teacher / instructor at all times.

Whilst outdoors, students must be alert to the Lightning Warning System (LWS) which gives notice of lightning risk within the vicinity of the activity. If the LWS is activated, students should seek shelter immediately.

Students with asthmatic conditions are advised to have their prescribed reliever medicine with them at all times.

During haze situation when PSI is above 100, students with pre-existing lung and heart conditions or are unwell must inform the teacher-in-charge of the activity and will be exempted from physical exercise.

Students are encouraged to take precaution against excessive UV rays, e.g. by applying sunblock.

When crossing at traffi c junctions or pedestrian crossings, students should:

• Refrain from using mobile phones or other electronic audio devices;

• Wait for vehicles to come to a complete stop before crossing;

• Cross briskly and observe oncoming traffi c;

• Obey school patrol marshals and police.

Safety during PE and CCA

Road Safety

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Emergency Evacuation

ObjectivesTo ensure a safe, orderly and fast evacuation when the need arises.

ReportingAny person who detects an emergency situation must immediately report it to the General Offi ce.

Class Evacuation1. Listen to the announcement over the public address system for evacuation instructions.2. Turn off all gas taps, computers, lights, fans, air-conditioners and electrical appliances.

Follow the instructions of your teacher and evacuate your room.3. Follow the designated evacuation route to the assembly area.4. Refrain from running.5. Offer help to the disabled and those in need, if necessary.

At the Assembly Area1. Stay with your classmates at the designated Assembly Area.2. Assemble for the roll call with other students of your class.3. DO NOT leave the Assembly Area without permission.

‘All Clear’ AnnouncementFollow your teacher’s instructions to leave the Assembly Area.

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Use of the school library

1. Rules on borrowing & returning of books:

a. All books borrowed must be stamped with the date at the ‘Borrowing Counter’.b. A student may borrow up to four books at one time for a period of two weeks.c. Students are to return all books personally before or on the due date.d. Students are to take good care of all books borrowed.e. Students are not allowed to take any magazines out of the library.

2. Students will be asked to pay a fi ne for overdue books (10 cents per book per day).3. Students found to have stolen or vandalized books will face disciplinary action.4. Library opening hours: Monday to Thursday – 7.45am to 4.00pm Friday – 7.45am to 3.00pm 5. Silence must be observed at all times.6. Students who wish to use computers must register with the librarian.7. There shall be no playing of games in the library.8. There shall be no eating or drinking in the library.

The Dewey Decimal System of Classifi cation

Users Maximum number of books allowed to be borrowed

Teachers 8Students 4

100 Philosophy and Psychology

200 Religion

300 Social Studies

400 Language

500 Science and Mathematics

600 Applied Science and Useful Arts

700 Fine Arts and Recreation

800 Literature

900 History, Geography, Biography

000 General Works

Use Of School Library

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Everybody goes through times of diffi culties and in such times, counselling can help support you.

When would you require counselling? When you

• Feel stressed, anxious, confused

• Have diffi culties in relationships

• Need to plan for the future

• Feel like talking over a problem with someone

• Need support in your personal life or studies

• Want to change your lifestyle and habits

• Have experienced a loss, grief or trauma

How you can contact your School Counsellor:

Mdm Chai Po Yen

Email address: [email protected]

Call her directly at 6594 0910 ; or Make an appointment during counselling hours 7.30 am - 4.00 pm At the counselling room at Blk G (Near CCA rooms)

Counselling Services

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Useful Helplines

Emergency NumbersPolice 999Fire and Ambulance 995Choa Chu Kang Neighborhood Police Post 6762-999

WHO TO CALL FOR HELPThese are counselling hotlines and social work agencies that offer help to youths:

Fei Yue Family Service Centre (Choa Chu Kang) 6762-5215Provides services such as counselling, family life education, children and youth programmes and elderly services(Mon & Fri: 9.30am to 6.00pm / Tue, Wed & Thurs: 9.30am to 8.30pm)

Samaritans of Singapore (SOS) 1800-221-4444Provides emotional support and befriending to those who are despairing, discouraged or distressed. (24 hours)

Touchline 1800-377-2252Offers help for computer gaming issues for youths between 12-19 yearsMon to Fri – 9.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. (except public holidays)

Pregnancy Crisis Service 6339-9770 Unwed teenagers who face unplanned, unwanted pregnancies can call for help. (24 hours)

Babes (Beyond Social Services) 8111-3535 (SMS)Teenage pregnancy crisis helpline (24 hours) 1800-TEEN-MOM

CHAT: Community Health Assessment Team 6493-6500 CHAT provides free mental health assessment and treatment 6493-6501recommendations. If counselling services are needed, they do offer relevant referrals and phone numbers. Tue to Sun 12pm to 9pm (except public holidays)Website: www.youthinmind.sg

IMH Emergency Hotline 6389 2003Urgent intervention for those who experience acute diffi culties 6389 2004in their mental health (24 hours)

Useful Websites

Audible Hearts www.audiblehearts.sg

Troubled youths who are too shy to talk over the phone can pour out their woes via email to trained youth volunteers.

National Youth Council www.nyc.pa.gov.sg

The national co-ordinating body for youth affairs in Singapore

eCitizen www.ecitizen.gov.sg

eCitizen is the fi rst-stop portal for Government information and services providing cross-agency, citizen-centric information and services

eCounselling www.eC2.sg

Service from Fei Yue Community ServicesMon, Tue, Fri (except public holidays): 2pm – 5:30pm

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