DSA 2022

[zac's mum]

Wrt OP/IP “segregation”, I am not referring to timetables or class allocations. Of course those are separated because they learn different things in their respective curriculums.


I believe ACSI (correct me if I am wrong here) has separate wings in the school for IP and OP and they are not allowed to trespass into the “other” wing. Within each CCA there are 2 separate groups of boys, IP and OP, and they do not mix at all. The special programs for IP are not open to any OP students at all, not even at Sec 1-2 level. I got the impression that there exist 2 different social “classes” of people in the school: the elite IP class & the less-stellar & less prestigious OP folk that dont get access to the same resources. It’s like “us versus them” and the tour guides & CCA reps etc literally dont know anything about the other folks.

Whereas at SJI, I didnt sense any such dividing line. The entire school compound is open and free to walk thru no matter whether OP or IP, facilities & resources are shared. The OP kids get to experience mentored research projects right from Sec 1. The CCAs we asked didnt seem to require any prior experience, and there is a free-for-all try out period during Orientation before they fill in their choices. It is unlike certain CCAs at ACSI where only those with competition experience are accepted.

[ainunnajib]

Rockmelon\" post_id=\"2067651\" time=\"1652688808\" user_id=\"146067:

Hi, I just realised that both RI and NUSH selection tests falls on 2 July morning. In this case, we should only apply to either school? Thanks.

I have asked in today's RI's e-Open House as well as NUSH's Open House to the principal directly. The NUSH principal assured that \"the two schools have deconflicted the schedule\" and parents are advised to contact both schools in the case of clash. Basically on case by case basis should be able to arrange different timing or right after one another.

https://postimg.cc/fktkXVFS

[Rockmelon]

ainunnajib\" post_id=\"2068185\" time=\"1653128804\" user_id=\"166513:

I have asked in today's RI's e-Open House as well as NUSH's Open House to the principal directly. The NUSH principal assured that \"the two schools have deconflicted the schedule\" and parents are advised to contact both schools in the case of clash. Basically on case by case basis should be able to arrange different timing or right after one another.

https://postimg.cc/fktkXVFS

Its great to hear this. Thanks for sharing.

[Shortribs]

zac's mum\" post_id=\"2068179\" time=\"1653121460\" user_id=\"53606:[quote=\"zac's mum\" post_id=2068179 time=1653121460 user_id=53606]
Wrt OP/IP “segregation”, I am not referring to timetables or class allocations. Of course those are separated because they learn different things in their respective curriculums.

I believe ACSI (correct me if I am wrong here) has separate wings in the school for IP and OP and they are not allowed to trespass into the “other” wing. Within each CCA there are 2 separate groups of boys, IP and OP, and they do not mix at all. The special programs for IP are not open to any OP students at all, not even at Sec 1-2 level. I got the impression that there exist 2 different social “classes” of people in the school: the elite IP class & the less-stellar & less prestigious OP folk that dont get access to the same resources. It’s like “us versus them” and the tour guides & CCA reps etc literally dont know anything about the other folks.

Whereas at SJI, I didnt sense any such dividing line. The entire school compound is open and free to walk thru no matter whether OP or IP, facilities & resources are shared. The OP kids get to experience mentored research projects right from Sec 1. The CCAs we asked didnt seem to require any prior experience, and there is a free-for-all try out period during Orientation before they fill in their choices. It is unlike certain CCAs at ACSI where only those with competition experience are accepted.[/quote]

Thank you for sharing this. This is surprising to me given it is a mission school.

All the best to your DC and glad he has found the right sch to aim for

[Cocovan]

zac's mum\" post_id=\"2068179\" time=\"1653121460\" user_id=\"53606:[quote=\"zac's mum\" post_id=2068179 time=1653121460 user_id=53606]
Wrt OP/IP “segregation”, I am not referring to timetables or class allocations. Of course those are separated because they learn different things in their respective curriculums.

I believe ACSI (correct me if I am wrong here) has separate wings in the school for IP and OP and they are not allowed to trespass into the “other” wing. Within each CCA there are 2 separate groups of boys, IP and OP, and they do not mix at all. The special programs for IP are not open to any OP students at all, not even at Sec 1-2 level. I got the impression that there exist 2 different social “classes” of people in the school: the elite IP class & the less-stellar & less prestigious OP folk that dont get access to the same resources. It’s like “us versus them” and the tour guides & CCA reps etc literally dont know anything about the other folks.

Whereas at SJI, I didnt sense any such dividing line. The entire school compound is open and free to walk thru no matter whether OP or IP, facilities & resources are shared. The OP kids get to experience mentored research projects right from Sec 1. The CCAs we asked didnt seem to require any prior experience, and there is a free-for-all try out period during Orientation before they fill in their choices. It is unlike certain CCAs at ACSI where only those with competition experience are accepted.[/quote]

Hi do you have any kids in acsi?

[zac's mum]

Cocovan\" post_id=\"2068240\" time=\"1653210147\" user_id=\"185581:

Hi do you have any kids in acsi?

I do not. Hence anyone with kids in ACSI please correct me if I’m wrong.

[mystique_j]

Hi hi, just wanted to share some information that I thought would be useful for those that want to try DSA to CHS via basketball.

I was chit chatting with this boy who DSA into CHS basketball, really nice chap, had a very good impression of him.

Anyway he said that it’s ok if the student doesn’t have any experience in basketball or plays it competitively in his primary school or even joined the CCA. They will be assessed during the trial for their potential. He has seniors who DSA without any experienced and got selected. He said height is one of the factors. In terms of number of kids selected, his year 7 kids got selected. The year before only 5.

So his advice, if you have interest, just go ahead and come for the trial. Hope that helps!

Wished I had gotten his name so I could write to the school to officially praise him. Lol!

[ChiefKiasu]

mystique_j\" post_id=\"2068288\" time=\"1653268933\" user_id=\"39431:

Hi hi, just wanted to share some information that I thought would be useful for those that want to try DSA to CHS via basketball.
I was chit chatting with this boy who DSA into CHS basketball, really nice chap, had a very good impression of him.

Anyway he said that it’s ok if the student doesn’t have any experience in basketball or plays it competitively in his primary school or even joined the CCA. They will be assessed during the trial for their potential. He has seniors who DSA without any experienced and got selected. He said height is one of the factors. In terms of number of kids selected, his year 7 kids got selected. The year before only 5.

So his advice, if you have interest, just go ahead and come for the trial. Hope that helps!

Wished I had gotten his name so I could write to the school to officially praise him. Lol!

DSA without experiencing the sport? I didn't know that is possible.

[floppy]

ChiefKiasu\" post_id=\"2068294\" time=\"1653270611\" user_id=\"3:

DSA without experiencing the sport? I didn't know that is possible.

I think have to take some of the students' words with a pinch of salt, especially when they are trying to 'sell' you their school

That said, I'm sure if you are 1.8m tall as a 12yo, I'm sure the school (and probably every other school) will consider you favourably for basketball, with or without prior experience, as long as you can do the basics (i.e. catch a ball when someone tries to throw it to you, and pass it to your team mate).

[lassie girl]

For those who are trying for a dsa spot this year - remember for the P6s this year, due to the pandemic for the last 2 years - there are limited no of opportunities for players to “shine”. Only one NSG for all the games (some 2 because last year there were some games allowed). Especially for team sports where playing and competing is even more limited amidst all the safe distancing measures. So, I say, go ahead and try if the interest is there. Again, dsa for the right reasons as what I have always said - the selection panel will pick your child if they see something in your child. Good luck! :boogie: