2016 PSLE Discussions (Born in 2004)

[happyheart]

to my daughter, sleep is more important.

just passed her math...a little consolation but she felt as though she got an A :faint:
tomorrow science ca.[/quote]
Huh? Results out so fast?[/quote]

Only Maths Paper 1 came back today. I heard DS murmuring to himself last night...that he feels a bit nervous. He has a very fierce teacher, maybe that's why. He told me at dinner just now that he lost one mark to a 5 marks qns in paper 2, but will still get method marks. Think he is managing his expectation internally. :xedfingers:

[bb_ mom]

ammonite:

janet88:

when expectations are lower, there is less stress on the parents.when I saw a pass, it's like striking lottery. next target, bring up the marks. yesterday's science topical test and 2moro's science is crucial now.

so true! ds did a mock Chinese test in school. He failed but he was SOOO happy because it was still a few more marks than his previous attempt. He said he would buy himself an ice cream treat because he did so well.

Sounds so familiar. DS said the same thing when he regularly failed his MT before he got exempted.

[janet88]

for a child who is weak academically, a pass is an achievement.

because daughter is in a weaker class, her teachers tend to be more forgiving and encouraging.

[happyheart]

janet88:

for a child who is weak academically, a pass is an achievement.

because daughter is in a weaker class, her teachers tend to be more forgiving and encouraging.

Achievements, however small, will give her motivation to propel towards continuous life learning. Good that your girl is progressing at her comfortable pace! 加油！ :rahrah:

[buds]

ammonite:

janet88:

when expectations are lower, there is less stress on the parents.when I saw a pass, it's like striking lottery. next target, bring up the marks. yesterday's science topical test and 2moro's science is crucial now.

so true! ds did a mock Chinese test in school. He failed but he was SOOO happy because it was still a few more marks than his previous attempt. He said he would buy himself an ice cream treat because he did so well.

Agree. My DD exclaimed aloud that she's going to think positive - that she passed by a mark (on the dot 50), rather than hear people tell her she almost failed.

For parents like myself, who has seen many moons, a pass is like a star. :love: It makes us feel happy that the children understand their own marked achievement. Small steps like this boost their confidence.

Parents with slower learning children will feel grateful for the little achievements, as it comes. :grphug:

[janet88]

Learning should be lifelong…not because of passing tests and exams.

Weaker kids should be given additional help, like allied support. These allied support staff teach kids and parents little tips like how to remember 6-9 timetable using fingers. With sufficient support, weaker kids will be more prepared to face national exams.

When daughter told me grimly she got 10/20 for math test, I told her ‘good job, you have passed.’

[Nebbermind]

janet88:

Learning should be lifelong...not because of passing tests and exams.

Weaker kids should be given additional help, like allied support. These allied support staff teach kids and parents little tips like how to remember 6-9 timetable using fingers. With sufficient support, weaker kids will be more prepared to face national exams.

When daughter told me grimly she got 10/20 for math test, I told her 'good job, you have passed.'

You are doing a good job too!

[janet88]

Thank you nebbermind.

I am doing my best to keep expectations low and sincerely show I am happy for her passing tests.

[ngl2010]

janet88:

Learning should be lifelong...not because of passing tests and exams.

Weaker kids should be given additional help, like allied support. These allied support staff teach kids and parents little tips like how to remember 6-9 timetable using fingers. With sufficient support, weaker kids will be more prepared to face national exams.

When daughter told me grimly she got 10/20 for math test, I told her 'good job, you have passed.'

I checked the internet just now. I didn't know we can find out 6-9 timetable using fingers. Interesting.

[janet88]

The method only applicable from 6 timetable onwards. I need some time to recall…it is a little time-consuming and not very helpful during exam. I prefer daughter to memorize it instead.

The allied support officer is still working with daughter weekly on different areas. With the allied officer’s assistance, daughter’s spelling is learnt in school…giving her time at home doing other work like English, Math and science.