RICHIE’S BULLETIN

Term 3 2019

Hi everyone! Time flies when you are having fun. It seems like it was

only yesterday that I welcomed all of you back to school. Now, Term 3

has ended and the September school holidays are over.

I proudly present “RICHIE’S BULLETIN 2019/3”, the termly newsletter

which captures some of the rich learning experiences in TKPS.

Enjoy reading!

Primary 3 Values-Action (VIA) Project & Kindness Day

dKKindnKindness Day From 22 to 26 April 2019, all the Primary 3 students attended a workshop to learn how to make paper out

of recycled pulp. This yearly VIA project, which aims to teach students to care for their environment, is a

collaboration between our school and National Environment Agency (NEA). The parents played an active

role in this project by assisting the NEA facilitators.

From the pieces of paper made, the students created handmade crafts. They designed appreciation cards

for the non-teaching staff in the school too. These handmade crafts were presented to the non-teaching

staff by our students on Kindness Day, 27 May 2019, to show appreciation for their contribution to the

school. Those cards brought smiles to many on that day.

A facilitator from NEA

demonstrating to students how

to make paper.

A beautifully designed “Thank you” card

from the students being presented to

MdmTahira,our non-teaching staff.

Contributed by Ms Loga

Malay Finesse Carnival

On 13 July 2019, a group of Primary 5 students who are taking Malay Language participated in the

Malay Finesse Carnival at The Plaza, Singapore National Library. Associate Professor, Dr Muhammad Faishal

Ibrahim, who is the Parliamentary Secretary for the Ministry of Education and Ministry of Social and

Family Development was the guest of honour. This carnival provided an opportunity for our students to

develop a better understanding and appreciation of Malay culture.

The students visited various booths at the carnival. They learnt appropriate Malay etiquette through

interactive games at one of the booths. As they played the language games, our students learnt many Malay

proverbs too. There was a mass dance at the carnival and it integrated two Malay dance genres – Tarian

Inang and Tarian Ronggeng. This dance holds the record for having the greatest number of participants in

a Malay mass dance in Singapore. It made an entry to the Singapore Book of Records at the carnival.

Contributed by Mdm Ramlah Begam

Our students enthusiastically waiting for their turn to participate in the

language booth activities.

A presentation on Malay finesse and etiquette

by the secondary school participants.

National Pintar Kata App Competition

On 4 July 2019, a group of four students from Primary 4 and

Primary 5 participated in the National Pintar Kata App (Being

Smart in Vocabulary) Competition. It was organised by Malay

Language Centre of Singapore (MLCS). This app is created to

help students develop their Malay vocabulary and the process

of learning is fun and engaging too.

The four students, Mohamed Emre (P4 Care), Aleena Sofea

(P5 Respect), Nabihah (P5 Resilience) and Rohdatul’Aish (P5

Intergrity) had practised hard for this competition during

the June school holidays. Although they did not win this

competition, they had a fun-filled and enriching experience

as participants.

Contributed by Mdm Raihanah

Mohamed

TKPS Learning Mart

Students making a beeline for the TKPS Learning Mart.

‘Hello Aunty, how much do I

need to pay for these two

sweets?’

Mathematics is indeed fun! On 10 July 2019, as part of Mathematics Department’s efforts to instil the joy

of learning Mathematics in our students, the TKPS Learning Mart was set up during the Primary 1 to 4

recesses.

The setting up of TKPS Learning Mart aims to help students develop concepts of money through the

‘shopping’ experience, which has been designed by the teachers in the school and members from our Parent

Support Group (PSG). Students received play money from the parent volunteers from PSG and purchased

items at the mart. Through this experience, they learnt how to communicate to their peer the reasons for

their purchases too.

Contributed by Mdm Belinda Hoe

Mother Tongue Fortnight Activities

In hopes of instilling a passion for the Mother Tongue Language in our students, a myriad of level-

wide cultural and language activities was organised during the Mother Tongue Fortnight from 16 to 24

July 2019. Students were able to learn and use the languages in novel and exciting ways.

Tamil Language

There were various competitions held for all levels. In

addition, the P1 and P2 students attended a Speech &

Drama workshop, where they learnt how to speak

eloquently. The P5 and P6 students had the opportunity

to learn more about the Indian culture. They learnt how

to make Murruku, an Indian traditional snack, and flower

garlands. Students also enjoyed playing a traditional

game known as Kabaddi.

Malay Language

Students had a go at playing the Malay

Kompang (a traditional musical

instrument), practising the steps of

Silat (a traditional martial art),

competing in traditional games as well as

creating beautiful Batik artwork.

Students also tried Dikir Barat, where

they danced and sang in accompaniment.

Contributed by Mdm Pamela Leck, Mdm Nur Hafizah and Mrs Ramesh

Pamela Leck

Chinese Language

Our students paraded their artistic flair in various activities such as cross-talk performances, ancient

Chinese arts of mask painting, fan painting and porcelain plate-making.

National Day

Celebration

Contributed by Ms Christine Chua

The school hall was a beautiful sea of red and white as

all teachers and students came dressed in our national

colours. Students were all waving their little national

flags excitedly.

In the school hall, our Brownies and Scouts members

kick-started the observance ceremony with a march-

in.

Our teachers and students leading the community singing on

stage.

This year’s National Day celebration not only marked Singapore’s Independence, it also commemorated our

country’s bicentennial. “Our Singapore” was the theme of this year’s National Day. It aimed to tell the

country’s story from past to present and emphasised the collective ownership of Singapore – how today’s

citizens are living the dreams of yesterday’s pioneers and will then become pioneers of the future.

Racial Harmony Week and Aesthetics Week

Our school commemorated Racial Harmony Day (RHD) from 15 to 19 July 2019 with the theme, “The

Singapore Connection”. As a school, we reflected on our shared experiences and values that have connected

us as Singaporeans. We were reminded to appreciate the peace and harmony we have in Singapore amongst

the different races.

A skit, titled "Ramanujan and the

Mixed-up Washing", was performed

during school assembly. Through stories

revolving around a young dhobi and a

majie (occupations of yesteryear), our

students learnt about Singapore's

history and the culture of racial

communities in Singapore.

Contributed by Ms Christine Chua

As our Racial Harmony Week coincided with Aesthetics Week, our music and art teachers organised an

activity where students had an opportunity to try their hand at playing traditional percussion

instruments from various races in Singapore on 16 July 2019 and a Doodle Wall Art activity on 17 July

2019.

To add to the festivities, the TKPS Heritage Lane was officially opened on 19 July 2019. We were pleased

to have our Superintendent, Mr Justin Arul Pierre to grace the opening ceremony as Guest of Honour.

National Education Show

The Primary 5 students attended for the National

Education (NE) show on Saturday, 20 July 2019, at the

Padang. After a hiatus, the return of the parade to the

Padang is symbolic as Singapore’s 54th birthday falls on

Singapore’s bicentennial year. The Padang serves as a

perfect backdrop for this commemoration as it had

stood witness to the many memorable events that had

happened in the course of Singapore’s history. The apt

and timely theme for this year’s parade, “Our

Singapore”, is to commemorate our bicentennial year

and Singapore’s journey from the past to the present.

Our students thoroughly enjoyed the show and were enthralled by the performances. In the midst of all

the fun and excitement, the students also learnt about Singapore’s rich history and how we had grown

successfully as a nation.

The night ended on a high note! Everyone was enthusiastically waving their flags and wishing Singapore a

Happy 54th Birthday!

Contributed by Ms Hafizah Bee Ansari

Our P3 – P6 Sports Day was finally held at both Telok Kurau

Primary School and Bedok Stadium on a hot and sunny day on 12

July 2019, after three years of wet weather alternatives!

All students had a chance to take part in at least two field and

one track events, rotating between our school and the stadium.

We even had special visitors from a primary school in Shanghai

who also participated alongside our students in this year’s

Sports Day.

Amidst the deafening cheers of the supporters, competitors

could be seen performing their best so as to make their classes

proud. At the end of it all, medals were presented for the top

three classes at each level.

Sports Day

Contributed by Mr Tan Kong Hui

Parent-Student-Teacher Conference

The Parent-Student-Teacher Conference (PSTC) was held on 31 May 2019. It was a good platform for

teachers to meet parents to discuss the holistic development of their children. In addition, it served as a

day for students to express their appreciation to teachers and parents. The teachers also gave out the

“Catch Them Doing Right!” cards to parents.

Contributed by Mrs Raj

Visit to the SG Mobility Gallery

Our Primary 3 students visited the SG Mobility Gallery

for their Social Studies Field-based Learning (FbL) in

the month of April 2019. This visit has provided an

opportunity for the students to look at how Land

Transport Authority (LTA) plans, designs and builds our

transport system.

The students also had a chance to participate in a

number of interactive activities. For example, they took

on the role of a transport planner, trying their hands at

planning an efficient and sustainable transport network.

They also experienced the work of public transport

workers through the Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual

Reality (VR) experiential activities. At the end of the

tour, the students penned their thoughts on their

learning experience and their hopes for Singapore’s

future.

Getting their hands busy with the interactive traffic

system planning game.

Contributed by Mr Mohd Hisham Salim

Our Primary 5 students went for their Field-based

Learning (FbL) at the Asian Civilisations Museum in

the months of May and July 2019.

During the FbL, the students embarked on a study

of the achievements of two ancient civilisations –

India and China. Using their observation skills, they

explored and examined the different artefacts and

sculptures exhibited and discovered how the

legacies of ancient India and China have influenced

their lives today. The students enjoyed themselves

immensely as they interacted with their guides to

find out more about the stories and achievements

left behind by these civilisations.

Contributed by Mdm Stephanie Tan

Our students listening attentively to the stories shared by

the guide.

Visit to the Asian Civilisations Museum

Make excellence my habit and

success will follow.

RICHIE’S EDITORIAL TEAM

Ms Felicia Goh Xiu Xian

Ms Wu Ling

Mrs Nalini Raj

Upcoming events in Term 4

3 October (Thursday) -- Sports Day for P1 & P2

Children’s Day Celebration

29 October (Tuesday) -- Deepavali Celebration

15 November (Friday) – SPG Grad Party