Primary 427 January 20167.30am to 9.00am
• Vision: Hearts of Service * Minds of Inquiry * Joy in Learning * Confidence in Life• Mission: Together we bring out the best in every child for a better nation.• Motto: Standing Tall Achieving Results• School Core Values:• Loyalty * Honesty * Compassion * Diligence * Excellence * Unity * Resilience * Self-
Discipline
Objectives
1. Strengthen home-school partnership
2. Enhance parent &teacher interaction
3. Inform about school/class practices & expectations
Agenda
• Introduction
• Holistic School Experience@LHPS
• School & Class Matters
• Announcements
• Q&A
Values “I Will” Statements
Honesty Resilience Loyalty Self-discipline
I am truthful to self and to others.
I am not afraid to fail and learn from
my mistakes.
I contribute actively to the community.
I do the right thing at the right time.
I accept responsibility for my own actions.
I strive to overcome my challenges.
I recite the pledge, sing the National
anthem and school song with pride.
I make responsible decisions.
I am sincere in my dealings with
others.
I stay strong and endure through difficult times.
I uphold my school’s name with
my behaviour.
I will be a rolemodel to my
classmates and schoolmates.
Statements for all 8 school values
are found in the student diary
Being Pupil-Focused
PhysicalEngaged in
Sport Activities
Lead a Healthy Lifestyle
IntellectualEnjoy
Learning
Think critically and creatively
Social-moral & EmotionalGrounded in
Values
Empowered to Lead
Love Singapore
AestheticsImmersed in
the Arts
Appreciate the Arts
Holistic School Experience @ LHPS
Character and Citizenship Education (CCE)
Form Teacher Guidance Period (FTGP)
CCE Lessons
(4 languages)
National Education & Social Studies
Values-in-Action (VIA)
Key Domain of Social Emotional Skills
Description
Self-Awareness • My feelings• Knowing myself
Self-Management • Managing my emotional state• My learning
Social Awareness • Appreciating diversity• Relating to others
Interaction time with Form &
Co-Form Teachers to build quality
Teacher-Student Relationships
Form Teacher Guidance Period
• Contributing to the school• Maintaining harmonious
relationships with peers• Caring for things around us• Respecting others• Responsible decision-making• My responsibilities
Character & Citizenship Education Lessons
National Education & Social Studies
National Education Social Studies
Commemorative Events- Total Defence Day- International Friendship Day- Racial Harmony Day- National Day
Cluster of Study
Inquiry Focus
Valuing Our Past
How is life in Singapore today shaped by what happened in the past
• Develop socially responsible citizens who contribute meaningfully to the community
• Approach:
• Recent involvement: – Festive Giving (Chinese New Year, Hari Raya & Deepavali)– Environment Education Week
Know the Values
Understand the Values
Apply the Values
Internalize the Values
Values in Action
Project Work : VEX IQ
• Skills / Values
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
Communication
Computing and ICT Literacy
School/NE Values
English Programmes• Reading Programme
– SURF (Silent Uninterrupted Reading for Fun)
– Decentralised Library Books
– Extra support provided for struggling learners
• Oracy Programme– Storytelling
– Speakers’ Corner
• Writing Programme– Writing process cycle
– Publication of good stories
– Writing Buddy on MC Online
Library Programme
NLB Library Membership Drive
Reading Interest Profile
Books to Go
Read, Swap & Share
School Activities Partnership with NLB
MathematicsContent / Mastery of Basic Concepts
• Place Values of Whole Numbers up to Ten Thousands
• Addition / Subtraction / Multiplication / Division Algorithms
• Factors and Multiples
• Mixed Numbers and Improper Fractions
• Addition and Subtraction of Fractions
• Place Values of Decimals
• Four Operations of Decimals
Numbers
• Reading time in 24-hour clock format
• Four Operations of Money
• Measuring Length / Mass / Volume in compound units
• Area and Perimeter of Squares / Rectangles
• Understanding concepts of Lines and Angles
• Understanding concepts of Symmetry
Measurement and Geometry
• Scale Reading
• Reading data from Tables, Bar Graphs and Line GraphsStatistics
• What do I KNOW?
• What do I WANT to KNOW?
• Choose a STRATEGY or ACTION and SOLVE.
• Does my answer MAKE SENSE?
• I DID IT!
MathematicsHi-Five! Problem-Solving Process
Mathematics
Learning by Doing
Learning by Interacting
Learning by Inquiry
To acquire conceptual understanding and make sense of one’s learning
Changes in SyllabusSignificant Change from 2008 to 2014 Syllabus:
Ministry of Education Website:
http://www.moe.gov.sg/education/syllabuses/sciences/files/science-primary-2014.pdf
Life Cycle of Some Animals
Science Process Skills
Observing, Comparing and
Classifying
Communicating
Inferring
Using apparatus and equipment
Science Exam FormatBooklet Running Revision
1/SemestralAssessment 1
Running Revision 2 Semestral Assessment 2
Total Marks 100 100 100
Booklet A (MCQ)
Marks: 56No. of qns (2m): 28
Marks: 44No. of qns (2m): 22
Marks: 56No. of qns (2m): 28
Booklet B (OE) Marks: 44No. of qns (2m, 3m,
4m, 5m): 13
Marks: 36No. of qns (2m, 3m,
4m, 5m): 12
Marks: 44No. of qns (2m, 3m,
4m, 5m): 13
Practical Test NA Marks: 20Paper: 1h 15 min
Practical Test: 30 min
NA
Duration 1h 30 min 1h 15 min 1h 45 min
Key Programmes
School-based Curriculum Innovation:
Light and Shadow
United We Learn (Peer-learning)
Indoor Hydroponics
Mother Tongue Languages Programmes
• Mother Tongue Fortnight
• Reading programme
• ICT platforms eg MC online (refer to school website for more ICT platforms and resources)
• Publication of pupils’ work
• We engage our students using various ICT tools.
• Every child has the opportunity to experience and learn ICT skills through various subjects in the following areas:
• Word processing
• Online tools
• Internet Research
• For example, students write collaboratively using ICT tools.
Use of ICT to Support Curriculum
• MCOnline (www.mconline.sg)
• Brainpop (www.brainpop.com)
• Provide pupils with opportunity for self-directed learning
Online Learning Portal
We focus on developing the pupil’s instinct to protect himself and empower him to take
responsibility for his own well-being in cyberspace.
Cyberwellness
• Students experience self-directed learning
• Lessons, assignments and tests will be assigned to students via the MCOnline portal.
• E-Learning Days are at various times of the year (to be confirmed nearer the date)
E-Learning Days@Lianhua
How to Raise A Healthy Child
Healthy Child
Safety First
Growth & Health
Good Health Habits
Active Lifestyle
Physical Development Programme
• Weekly PE Lessons (taught by qualified PE teachers)
• Inter-class Games (Term 2 & 4)
• Sports Meet (Term 2)
• P4 Outdoor Camp (3 days 2 nights, Term 3))
• Sports Education Programme (Term 2 & 4)
• NAPFA Test (Term 2)
• Sports Academy (Volleyball, Basketball, Fencing) CCA
Learning Areas Primary 3 & 4
Athletics PEDance PE
Games & Sports PE
Gymnastics PEOutdoor Education PEPhysical Health & Fitness
Health Ed(An Active & Healthy Me Book)
Physical Education Curriculum
• Philosophy and belief• Plays an important role in our daily life
• Imparts values and evokes emotions
• Learn to reflect and express one’s uniqueness by
communicating their thoughts and emotions using
images and objects.
• Develop visual literacy which enables pupils to
observe and perceive the world with increased
awareness and aesthetic sensitivity
Visual Arts
S/n Themes Description
1. 2D Exploration Pupils will explore the various medium to create their 2-Dimensional artwork
1. 3D Create! Pupils will create 3-Dimensional artwork using the specific techniques and skills shared.
1. Creative Expression! Pupils will interpret the artworks and create their own artwork.
1. Reuse and Recreate! Pupils will explore creative ways to make artwork using recyclable materials.
1. Digital Art Pupils will express their art interpretations through the ICT App in 3-Dimensional artwork.
Level Primary 4
Skills Art Techniques - drawing, painting, moulding,renderingVisual Inquiry - visible Thinking Approach
Art Form 2-dimensional - drawing, painting, collage,digital media 3-dimensional - assemblage, ceramics
Art medium Oil pastels , colour pencils , acrylic paint
Research and Processing
Observe, record, compare Jotter book serves as documentation and reflection
Communication Express ideas visually and orally through presentation and group and pair discussions
Visual Arts Framework
Music
Every student is able to appreciate,
create and perform music.
•Educate students in music knowledge
•Enable students to create original pieces
•Empower students to perform confidently
• Absent during Semestral Assessment– There will be no make-up for exams missed– Student will take the paper when he/she returns to school– Marks will not be taken into consideration in the
computation of results, but feedback on the performance will be given.
• Considered absent when:– A medical certificate from a doctor is produced
Examination Matters
0 marks will be given when there is no MC
Subject-based Banding
• Takes place at the end of P4 and P5
• Allows students to learn at the level that is appropriate for their ability become more motivated and confident
• Based on the overall exam results, some possible combinations offered:
4 standard subjects 2 standard subjects (EL & MT) 2 foundation subjects (MA & SC)
4 standard subjects + 1 HMT 3 standard subjects (EL, MA & SC)1 foundation subjects (MT)
Subject-based Banding
• At the end of P4
– Schools will recommend the subject combination
– Parents have the option to accept the recommendation or choose a different one
• At the end of P5
– Students will take the subject combination given by the school
Homework Policy
• Purpose of homework
– Practise what is learnt
– Acquire knowledge prior to lesson
– Assess what students have learnt
• Considerations
– Time spent in school (Longer days, less homework)
– Public holidays (homework should be minimal)
– Level of difficulty ( difficulty, quantity)
Homework Policy• General guidelines:
P1 & P2 P3 & P4 P5 & P6
0.5 h to 1 h 1 h to 1.5 h 1.5 h to 2 h
Complete school homework first
Speak with your Form or Co-form Teachers
Speak with P4 Year Head Mr Matthew Chong
Speak with your Vice-Principals & Principal
Getting Help in School
Breakfast Chat with Principal
Level Date Time Register on MC Online
P1 & P2 6 April(Wed)
8.00am to 10.30am
23 Mar to 31 Mar
P3 & P4 30 Mar(Wed)
16 Mar to 24 Mar
P5 & P6 17 Feb(Wed)
3 Feb to 12 Feb