Anglo-Chinese School (Independent)
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South African:
Probably below 6, since demand is relatively high.Hi a few questions on admissions to yr 5 IB via \"o\" level route:
- what is the cut off points of entry under JAE since there is no affiliation pointsSouth African:
No.- if all things being equal, if 2 boys get the same point for entry to yr 5, does the acsi \"o\" level boy get priority
South African:
Yes, this seems also to be true for O-level students entering IP JCs to do A-levels. However, because of the stringent selection process, it might have something to do with the fact that they are top O-level achievers in the first place.- I was told that \"o\" level track to IB - the boys tend to do better because they have been primed for major exams already. How true is this, given that there is indeed some adjustment in IB vs a level?
South African:
It is compulsory for IB students to do a second language in Group 2. Chinese as a second language in the IB is easier than H1 (what we used to call AO) Chinese.- for IB points system, do they take into account 2 languages? Is Chinese easier than the \"AO\" level?
South African:
Variable. Currently the MGS IP candidate quota is either 2 or 3 classes, max 90 (seems unlikely for now). Assume a cap of 450 places total (actually, will be more). DSA is also variable. Places are not really 'set aside' for DSA, technically speaking.- what's the likely no of places available for JAE excluding those set aside for Mgs IP? How many places out of these are set aside for DSA?
South African:
Enlightenment tends to be brighter after the fog of war has cleared.Hope to get some enlightenment soon. Cheers!
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Principal explained to parents during year 1 orientation that if any IP student fails to meet the promotion criteria he will be retained a year in the same system and not moved to Express because both IP and Express system are equally rigorous. I am happy to know this, it shows the school’s commitment to educate all boys(IP/Express), in his words ‘like a family’ .
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Lots of the year 3 boys who went to Hanoi for OEP fell sick. Heard even the teacher is sick.
Saw the photos some of the boys posted on facebook, in some pictures, they looked like they were shivering even with their jackets on.
Quite a few will be on MC today (including my boy).
Wondering whether those how those who went to even colder region like Shanghai and Yunnan fared.
Maybe it’s not such a good idea to arrange trip to these regions during this time of the year ? -
Yunnan must be freezing cold.
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spicyblackpepper:
Yunnan must be freezing cold.
When we did the initial staff recce for the place, I remember it was extremely cold and wet. However, we did conclude that with proper dressing (i.e. warm socks, proper footwear, some kind of overwear) it should be fine. It was fine in general, actually; I used the old army trick of bringing along a lot of foot powder so as to keep not only warm but dry (which helps).
There should also be the mandatory cautions about reporting illness to the team doctor or medical staff, not eating food from street vendors, blah blah… -
Good chance for our boys to learn how to take care of themselves. I will remember to pack good thermal wear if my boy goes to winter trip.
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spicyblackpepper:
Good chance for our boys to learn how to take care of themselves. I will remember to pack good thermal wear if my boy goes to winter trip.
Actually, two relatively thin layers of clothing (e.g. polo shirt with a light jacket, and cargo trousers or not-so tight jeans with dry fluffy socks up to the calf level) will do. The thing is to trap warm air without sweating too much while the outside is cold. Else it's very uncomfortable. For shoes, track shoes are OK, but the basketball kind or something that shields the ankle and doesn't easily let water in from the top — better. Also, lip gloss to prevent cracking lips in cold dry areas, and (haha) some kind of skin coating depending on where the trip is — moisturiser or aloe vera gel. -
autolycus:
Thanx for your rundown on what to wear. My son's taking off to Sweden tonight so this comes in handy.
Actually, two relatively thin layers of clothing (e.g. polo shirt with a light jacket, and cargo trousers or not-so tight jeans with dry fluffy socks up to the calf level) will do. The thing is to trap warm air without sweating too much while the outside is cold. Else it's very uncomfortable. For shoes, track shoes are OK, but the basketball kind or something that shields the ankle and doesn't easily let water in from the top — better. Also, lip gloss to prevent cracking lips in cold dry areas, and (haha) some kind of skin coating depending on where the trip is — moisturiser or aloe vera gel.
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breezy:
Glad to be of help! Sweden might have to add headgear - human body can lose a lot of heat via head and ears/nose. Stay out of wind.
Thanx for your rundown on what to wear. My son's taking off to Sweden tonight so this comes in handy.autolycus:
Actually, two relatively thin layers of clothing (e.g. polo shirt with a light jacket, and cargo trousers or not-so tight jeans with dry fluffy socks up to the calf level) will do. The thing is to trap warm air without sweating too much while the outside is cold. Else it's very uncomfortable. For shoes, track shoes are OK, but the basketball kind or something that shields the ankle and doesn't easily let water in from the top — better. Also, lip gloss to prevent cracking lips in cold dry areas, and (haha) some kind of skin coating depending on where the trip is — moisturiser or aloe vera gel.
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My son went to Shanghai. Didnt wear the beanie he packed nor the scarf. Neither did he use the heat packs I encouraged him to bring along. He said a few boys fell sick during the trip. My son is well apart from a scratchy throat. A nice thick jacket plus thermal helped.
There was a boy from his class who went to the airport in shorts that morning!! Not sure how he coped with the cold on arrival.
I must say they had a great time there!! The only complain was that the water was freezing cold (they had to wash their hands after toilet breaks!!)
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