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P1 Orientation 201911 November 2019

16 Winstedt Road, Singapore 227988 | Tel: (65) 6733 7911 | Fax: (65) 6734 6518 | www.acsj.moe.edu.sg

School Leaders

Principal Mrs Chaillan Mui Tuan

Vice-Principal Mr Richard Chia

Vice-Principal Admin Mr Tony Tan Sek Liang

http://www.acsj.moe.edu.sg

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Our Beginnings

- Founded in 1886 by Bishop William Oldham

- School started out in a shophouse at 70 Amoy Street

- 6 units of ACS schools in Singapore


Bishop William Fitzjames Oldham

“…I pray that the boys who come through this school

will have a lifelong sense of belonging.”

1886



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Our Mission

To nurture our pupils with a quality, holistic education, rooted in Christian values, that allows each to reach his fullest potential,

equipped with life skills to face the future and to serve God and nation.


Our Vision

Every ACSian, a young gentleman of character,

ready for the futureto lead and to serve.



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Our MottoThe Best is Yet to Be

• It is a motto that unites all ACSians, in the certainty that challenges of the future will be overcome, that traditions and present effort will allow for the creation for a better future.

• Shared anthem and badge


Our ValuesIntegrity

Love

Excellence

Curiosity

Collaboration

Loyalty



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ACSian OutcomesAspiration

CuriosityExcellence

ServiceCollaboration

Loyalty

CharacterLove

Integrity

JoyCuriosityExcellence

The ACSianThinker

embraces the future with an

aspiring mindset.

The ACSianGentleman

of Character demonstrates

love and integrity at all

times.

The ACSianServant

Leader works with others to

make a positive difference.

The ACSianis a Joyful Learner who takes

ownership of his learning


• Adjusting to School Environment• Building friendships and developing life skills• Build Character, Sense of Belonging• Form-Teacher Guidance Period (FTGP)• Graduation to P2 as a Class

Focus for Primary One 2020



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ACS(J) PAL (Programme for Active Learning)

• For P1 & P2 pupils only• 2 areas – Modular basis within

curriculum timea) Sports and Outdoor Educationb) Performing and Visual Arts

• Develop social emotional competencies


ACS(J) PALSports- Local traditional games e.g. chapteh, hopscotch, 5 stones

Art- A journey of colours and shapes exploration (exploring 2-D &

3-D art forms)- Conducted by Form TeachersDrama- Introduction of drama elements through teamwork and

experiential learning- Conducted by Form Teachers



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Learning to play local traditional games – Chapteh, Hopscotch, marbles


Sports for AllBuilding strong fundamental skills

•Rugby for All (P1 & P2)•SwimSafer (P3)•Tennis for All •PE (P1 to P6) – Athletics, Dance, Games, Gym, Outdoor Ed, Physical Health and Fitness

All for SportsBuilding the ACSian Spirit

• Games Day (P1 & P2)• ACSian Race (P3)• Camp (P5)• Junior Olympics (P5)• Swimming Championship

Sports for All, All for Sports



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LLP (Sports) - Rugby


Visual Arts



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Music Programme – Learning to play the Trumpet


Neighbourhood Walk



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Learning Journey to the Zoo


Health Education – Making a Healthy Sandwich



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CCAs available from P3 onwards

Uniformed GroupsThe Boys’ Brigade Cadet Scouts

ClubsArt Club Chess Club

Chinese Club Christian FellowshipScience Club


Performing Arts GroupChoir Concert Band

Junior Vibez String Orchestra

ACSplore Modular Sports (P3 to P6)Badminton Football

Table Tennis RugbyTennis Basketball

Tenpin Bowling Hockey

ACScite Specialized Sports (P4 to P6)Badminton Football

Table Tennis Rugby

Tennis Sailing (P3 onwards)Tenpin Bowling Swimming



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Discipline• Punctuality (School Hours: 7.30am – 1.30pm)• School Attire and Name Tags• Looking after their belongings• Behaviour in Class / School / School Bus• School Website – Code of Conduct / School Rules


Communication with the School

• Establish communication lines with Form Teacher• Student Handbook• Email / Parents Gateway• Website / Principal’s Letters• Travel Declaration• Contact Numbers must be updated• Mass SMS



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ACS(J) : Parent Involvement & Feedback

• Start of a 6-year partnership • Teachers & parents : working together for the boys• A partnership based also on mutual respect of

stakeholders • Measured and constructive feedback & NOT anonymous


Programme Description Tentative Date/Day/TimeSchool Contact Person

Email Address

1 Adventure Club

Organise termly activities that promote opportunities for parent child bonding.

Once a term -On the Saturday of the school holidays

Mr Chen Jieming

[email protected]

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Creative Science Investigation (CSI)

Provide assistance during the CSI programme by planning and setting up Science experiments for P3-6 Boys during term time. Schedule will be provided.

Tuesdays (3 to 4 times a month)8.30 to 11.30 am

Ms Syafinah Ibrahim

[email protected]

3P6 Careers Awareness Education

Support the school with the organisation of this Post-PSLE programme where small groups of boys visit organisations to learn more about career choices. Pupils will present to their peers at the end of the programme.

After PSLE in Oct / Nov Ms Noelle Selvadurai

[email protected]

Parent Support Groups 2020



mailto:[email protected]

mailto:syafinah_ibrahim@moe.


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Email Address

4 Chinese Oral Programme

Practise reading and conversation topics with P4-P6 boys

Practise reading and picture discussion with P2-P3 boys

Training session will be conducted for parent volunteers.

Every Wednesday from February to October

P5 & 6 pull-out: 10.15 to 10.45 am

P5 & 6 foundation: 11 to 11.30 am

P2 pull-outs: 1 to 1.30 pm

Mdm KuahHui Hui

[email protected]

5 English Oral Programme

Practise reading and stimulus-based conversation topics with P6 boys on weekly basis for an hour.

Support younger students who need additional support in reading

Training session will be conducted for parent volunteers

Tuesdays Late February to October2 to 2.45 pm

Mr Kelvin Lim [email protected]




Email Address

6 Crafts @ Library

Prepare info-boards and thematic book display and/or craft in line with themes suited to yearly special days/events such as cultural days (CNY, Deepavali, Hari Raya), Founder’s Day, NE Events (Total Defence Day, International Friendship Day, Racial Harmony Day, National Day), Children, Teachers’ Days etc

On the week or the week before the special event / day (usually Wednesdays) 9.30 to 11 am

Mrs Gloria Chia / Ms Desiree Chang

[email protected]

7 Language Week

Support the English and Mother Tongue Language week programmes with games at recess.

July9.30 to 11 am

Mrs Joanne Ho (EL)Mr Zhang Yu

(MT)

[email protected][email protected].

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8 Language Hour

Support the development of Mother Tongue and English through recess games.

Wednesdays and Thursdays9.30 to 11 am

Mrs SitiMohammed (EL)Mrs Ng-Tang

Pui Fun (MT)

[email protected]

[email protected]






mailto:[email protected].

mailto:@moe.edu.sg


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Email Address

9 Read Up Programme

Support the reading habit through the Read Up Programme which rewards students for their perseverance in reading extensively.

Mondays to Fridays All recesses:9.30 to 11 am

After school:1.30 to 2 pm

Ms Kim Quek [email protected]

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Chapel Worship

P1 Parent Shepherds

Be a part of chapel worship at our chapel for P1-2, P3-4 and P5-6 Boys

Help the P1 boys at recess on 2/1 and 3/1 from 9-10am

Chapel Worship -Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday:7.30 to 8.00 am

Ms Noelle Selvadurai

[email protected]




Email Address

11Parents’ Prayer Group

Meets weekly to pray for staff, pupils and the school Every Wednesday

7.30 am

Ms Noelle Selvadurai

[email protected]

12Fathers’ Prayer Group

Meets monthly to pray for staff, pupils and the school Last Saturday of each month

Mr Jeremiah Nga nga_bing_chang_jeremi

[email protected]

13 Library Administration

Support the school library in library administration duties such as book sorting, wrapping, loaning: Able to contribute one to two hours weekly Parents can choose their available days and

time.

Mondays to FridaysLoans:9.30 to 11 am

Library Admin Duties:Times other than recesses

Mrs Ain Lager [email protected]

14 P3 Games Day

Support the P3 Games on Children’s Day as station masters and chaperones

Children’s Day7.30 to 1.30 pm

Mr Colin [email protected]









mailto:koh_boon_hock@moe.

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Sharing Session with P1 Parents

• Thursday, 2 January 2020• 7.45am at the PAH• Programme for P1 Parents from 7.45am to 12pm

• Sharing on approaches to Teaching & Learning by P1 Teachers and Department Heads

• Parenting Talk• Cyberwellness Talk

• 1st week of school – Orientation (Parent Shepherds and P4 Buddies)


Character Education & Pupil Management

HOD Character and Citizenship Education

Ms Noelle Selavadurai

Discipline Master Mr Chen Jieming

Year Head P1/P2 Mrs Jerine Heratnor



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P1 Form Teachers

PRIMARY 1 FT1.1 Mrs Siti Mohamad1.2 Mrs Shabnam Philips1.3 Mdm Karmene Yee1.4 Mrs Caroline Tang1.5 Mdm Norfaiza1.6 Mdm Irene Lee 1.7 Mdm Soh Li Mei1.8 Mrs Bonnie Ho1.9 Ms Zhang Min


An ACS Education• The best possible holistic, mission school education • A continuation to our brother schools and college

• Upholding traditions and also adapting to move forward to provide an education that is relevant in today’s world

• A shared philosophy by our founder Bishop Oldham • Academic Excellence• Character Development• Christian Service

• One Badge, One Anthem, One Motto• THE BEST IS YET TO BE



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General Information,Traffic and Road Safety


Scope• Overview of ACS(J)• PERI Upgrading 2019-2021 • Important things to note

• Drop off/pick up routine • Security on Campus • Corporate T-shirts• Temperature Taking Exercise

• Traffic & Safety



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Overview of ACS(J)

You are here

Gate 1Gate 2Gate 3Gate 4


PERI Upgrading 2019 to 2021ACS Junior will be undergoing Primary & Education Review Implementation (PERI) schoolupgrading from Sep 2019 to Dec 2021.

The purpose is to:- Incorporate standard facilities under MOE PERI Committee’s recommendations made

in 2009 for all schools to raise the quality of holistic education

- Uphold safety standards and improve flow/accessibility

During this period, the school will take the necessary measures to ensure smooth dailyoperations, minimise noise and dust, and ensure the safety and security of itsstakeholders.



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New Facilities- Art Rooms - Band Room - CCA Rooms - Dance Studio - Learning and Behavioural Support Room- Mathematics Room - Teaching and Learning Laboratory- Outdoor Learning Area- Upgraded Playground- Student Care Centre- Additional Lift and Ramp


PERI Upgrading

2019 to

2021



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Drop Off & Pick-Up Routine

• Determine the drop off/ pick up point –Foyer or External Lay-by?

• Determine the time of pick up• During dismissal time, Gate 1 will open

only after all school buses left the campus at 2pm


Security on Campus• Access to Campus strictly by Security Pass• Otherwise, sign in officially• Drop off/ pick up of students restricted to

Foyer



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Corporate T-shirt• Collared T-shirt and Corporate Shorts • Wear on designated School days and for specific

School outings


Temperature Taking Exercise• Conduct two Temperature Taking Exercises

(TTE) annually (First TTE on 16 Jan 2020)• MOE will supply Oral Digital Thermometers

(ODT)s to Pri 1 annually• Information will be emailed to parents



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Traffic & Safety• Winstedt Rd is one way, and no parking / waiting

allowed on – Either side of the road– At the lay-by– On the pedestrian crossing

• No letting boys alight– At the main school gate– On the outer lane of Winstedt Rd (Please note that buses

turn into school from the outer lane)


Traffic & Safety• Boys are to walk into and out of the campus

using the zebra crossing linking the Foyer to the small gate (Gate 3)

• Not to walk across Parade Square (even escorted)

• Brief anyone doing chauffeur duties on your behalf



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ACS(J) “Mini Newton Circus”


Traffic & SafetyPlease…• Respect staff who are on duty• Respect other residents (Do not park at resident lot)• Respect other parents

Understand…• Traffic Police or LTA enforcer will be called if things get

out of hand• They will issue summons• Drive slowly in the School Zone• Don’t cut lanes• Unauthorised or illegally parked vehicle will be towed

away



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Supporting your son’s

journey into Primary 1


Adjustments for BoysAdjustment to 1. Large campus (as compared to the kindergarten

years)2. Number of pupils in the class / level / school 3. Teacher Pupil Ratio4. Different school processes5. Varying prior experiences of school6. Growing independence


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Special Book for Parents of P1 Boys

Tips for a great start to Primary School


What can parents do?TIP 1Help your child prepare by developing & practisingroutines at home• Dressing in school uniform and shoes• Packing school bag• Responsibility for own possessions (label possessions)



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What can parents do?

TIP 2Help your child prepare by developing routines needed for schoolFor example:• Asking for help• Going to the toilet• Buying food from canteen • Purchases at bookshop


New School Routines

• Morning Assembly – National Anthem, School Anthem, National Pledge

• Walking to and from class• Canteen / Library / Play Etiquette• End of School Day• Classroom processes (which may or may not

be similar to what was experienced in kindergarten).



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TIP 3Prepare your child emotionally1. Talk about what the child may experience / feel to

normalise the emotions – use appropriate emotional vocabulary or pictures

2. Manage expectations- own expectations- son’s expectations

3. As adults, we may feel anxious – but be careful not to pass on this anxiety

What can parents do?



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Other practical measures

TIP 4Stay connected to the school

1. email your son’s teacher2. share relevant information with the school3. consider serving as a parent volunteer




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Other practical measures

TIP 5• Model for your son what you would like to observe

him doing• Remember every child is unique


First Day of School

Reporting Time: • First Bell - 7.20am• Second Bell - 7.30amVenue: Music RoomRecess: 9.30 – 10.00 amSnack Time: 10 minutes between

11.30am -12.30pm (**Healthy and dry snacks)

School Dismissal: 1.30pmDismissal from the Foyer



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First Day of School

• Parents are allowed on the first day. Special programme for all parents till 12 noon.

• Parent Shepherds (Day 1 &2)• P4 Buddies for P1 boys (Day 3 onwards)


AttireDay 1(and every Monday to ThursdayWith PE tank top inside)

Day 2 (and every Friday)



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Things to bring on Day 1 and 2

• Water bottle• Pencil case and colour pencils• Wallet/ food for recess • Dry Food for a snack break at around 11.30

• Please make sure everything is labelled with your son’s name and class


Other things to note

• Timetable will be given out in Week 2• P1 books and files to be brought in only when the teachers tell

them to• All information will be in the Principal’s Letter



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Parents Gateway

IntroductionWhat is it?Parents Gateway is a mobile app available on iOS and Android forparents. It affords schools the convenience of updating parents ofyour schools’ programmes and for parents to provide consent fortheir children to participate in school activities.

Why use it?The digitalisation of administrative paperwork (such as issuing,collating of forms) will help alleviate the administrative load ofteachers and allow them to devote more time to nurture theirstudents.

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Setting Up PG Mobile App

Step 1 – Setup your SingPass and 2FA• SingPass and 2-Factor Verification (2FA) is required to access the PG App.• You may also scan the QR code below to access the respective portals.

Step 2 – Download the PG Mobile App• Open the Apple App Store or Google Play Store app on your mobile phone.• Search for the ‘Parents Gateway’ mobile app.• Download and install the app onto your phone.• Enable ‘Allow Notifications’ to receive push notifications.

Note: Supported OS Versions - Android 6.0 or later & iOS 9.1 or later

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Step 3 – One Time Onboarding

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