from the year head…

FROM THE YEAR HEAD… 2 January 2019

PROGRAMME FOR ACTIVE LEARNING (PAL)

PROGRAMME FOR ACTIVE LEARNING (PAL)

Philosophy of PALWhen children are just beginning school, we need to

Nurture students desire to learn

Be engaged in and enjoy what they learn

Develop a sense of competence and confidence

Social sphere goes beyond immediate family

Require to interact with peers

Must have social skills and appropriate dispositions for interaction and cooperation with others from different backgrounds

PROGRAMME FOR ACTIVE LEARNING (PAL)

Objectives

1. Provide students with broad exposure and experiences through fun and varied activities in 2 broad areas:

- Sports & Games and Outdoor Education

- Performing Arts (Music & Dance) and Visual Arts

2. Facilitate holistic development of students in the 5 learning domains of moral, cognitive, physical, social and aesthetic.

3. Provide varied avenues for pupils to develop social and emotional competencies.

PROGRAMME FOR ACTIVE LEARNING (PAL)

Characteristics of PAL

Experiential in nature

Encompasses learning in a creative way

Provides opportunities for children to create

Incorporates Values Education & Social-Emotional Learning

Fun & Enjoyable

PROGRAMME FOR ACTIVE LEARNING (PAL)

What?

Integral part of curriculum for P1 & P2

Offers learning of soft skillsAbility to communicate clearly

Cooperate with others

Having a lively curiosity about the world they live in

A belief in their ability to accomplish a task or deal with a challenge

Broadens the learning experiences of students

PROGRAMME FOR ACTIVE LEARNING (PAL)

By the end of P2,

1. Exhibit confidence in what they do and express themselves effectively

2. Exhibit curiosity and positive attitude to learn

3. Enjoy group experiences and team work

PROGRAMME FOR ACTIVE LEARNING (PAL)

Level PAL Modules

Primary 1 Visual Arts

Sports & Games

Music

Primary 2 Outdoor Experience

Dance

Drama

VISUAL ARTS (P1)

SPORTS & GAMES (P1)

MUSIC (P1)

OUTDOOR EDUCATION (P2)

DANCE (P2)

DRAMA (P2)

AREAS FOR COMMUNICATION

AREAS FOR COMMUNICATION

Sharing about your child - “All about My Child”

Attendance and Absence

Clarification and Concerns

Teaching strategies

PARENT SUPPORT GROUP (PSG)

The PSG is a great opportunity for all of you to be closer to your children, understand them better, and

help them in their education journey.

PARENT SUPPORT GROUP (PSG)

Benefits to you…

strengthen your understanding of your child’s school life

increase knowledge of the educational system and how your child can gain from it

know more teachers and forge good communication with them

PARENT SUPPORT GROUP (PSG)

Benefits to you…

increase your own sense of worth and experience through giving

sharpen your skills by equipping and upgrading yourselves with tech knowledge, good parenting skills and other relational skills relevant in today’s context

PARENT SUPPORT GROUP (PSG)

Benefits to your child…

show more positive attitudes

have better school attendance and complete homework more consistently

be able to bridge the cultural gap between school and home

be less anti-social and less prone to behavioural issues

ROLES OF PSG

Supportive Partner in EducationThe PSG complements the school by aligning with the school’s vision & mission, supporting and strengthening the school’s programmes to improve our children’s well-being and learning

Bridge between Parents and School The PSG listens to parents’ feedback on school operations, practices and programmes, and provide feedback to the school. The PSG also facilitates the school ‘s communication to parents.

ROLES OF PSG

Resources to the SchoolThe parent volunteers (PVs) supply their time, energy and abilities to assist the school in its activities, so as to add value and enhance benefits to all pupils.

Magnet to Attract Other Parents The PSG synergise and reinforce the relationship among parents/guardians as they reach out to other parents.

AREAS TO SERVE

School activities e.g. Commemorative events, Teachers’ Day, Oral Days etc

Family Matters @ School Programme

PSG initiated activities

PSG @ Work – NVPS Open House

PSG @ Work – Children’s Day

HOW TO JOIN

https://tinyurl.com/y9ntqwy3