NUS High School of Mathematics and Science (Diploma)

[sally]

kohjl:

Thanks, Sally, and CONGRATS! That must be a load off your mind.


I told my son the news in as encouraging a way as possible, and after the initial disappointment, he told me during lunch that he will work very hard for PSLE. It turned into a sort of internal motivation for him. I am really glad he took it that way, and I believe he will grow stronger because of this temporary setback.

You must be happy to that he take it well.

Yes, he is happy to make it to his dream school but worry to see that the way he prepared for the PSLE. Hope the day come soon and he can really enjoy before the 6 hard years ahead.

[kohjl]

Jennifer:

I just checked \"My Status\", (on #1 behalf) not offered. Think hubby would be very relieved. So should I tell #1 now? Or wait till the oral is over?

Hi Jennifer

I decided to tell my son cos I didn't want him to face tomorrow alone in school when other children discuss who got in and who didn't. And my son will be wondering whether he got in or not, and may be distracted during Oral.

I decided I preferred to bite the bullet today, and spend time talking to him, encouraging him, and if need be, let him get it out of his system.

No matter what, if you don't tell him today, he is bound to hear from friends tomorrow in school that the NUSH result is out. But of course, you need to assess his reaction/personality and decide whether to tell him now or wait until after the Oral. Only you can decide as his parent.

That's my 2 cents worth!

[Jennifer]

sally:

He make it.

Congrats

[sally]

Jennifer:

sally:

He make it.

Congrats

Thank. Still has to do well in PSLE.

Wish all P6 students do well in the Oral tmw and Fri.

I agreed with kohjl. I also prepared to tell him whatever news from NUSH bscos his classmate will ask him.

[Jennifer]

kohjl:

I decided to tell my son cos I didn't want him to face tomorrow alone in school when other children discuss who got in and who didn't. And my son will be wondering whether he got in or not, and may be distracted during Oral.

kohjl, thanks for this reminder. It completely slipped my mind.

Some time ago, I read that NUSH is looking for pupils who hv bn consistently doing well in their sch exams. I then talked to #1 about the possibility of being unsuccessful since his sch results has taken dips due to his careless mistakes. The day after the camp, he also told us he did not feel confident.

He is not back from sch yet. Would tell him after his lunch.

[turquoise]

sally:

Hi

He make it.

Yes, you are right, sometime negative result might not mean bad. For my boy when he was not selected by RI for the selection test he told us that he will study hard and score well in the PSLE to approve RI that they make a mistake of not giving him a chance for the selection test. And he has been focusing in his revision for the past 1 month and now he said that he hope to make it for the EEIS Scholarship..

I believe that your boy will do well in his PSLE.

Congrats Sally! I like the positive attitude of your son. Good for him!
I'm surprised RI didn't shortlist him for the selection test. Did he get an SMOPS gold or platinum award? You and your son must be so happy and relieved.

[sally]

turquoise:

Congrats Sally! I like the positive attitude of your son. Good for him!

I'm surprised RI didn't shortlist him for the selection test. Did he get an SMOPS gold or platinum award? You and your son must be so happy and relieved.

Thank.

He only won silver and hv no CCA. Relieved - Yes & No bcos PSLE coming.

[Fairy]

sally:

Hi


He make it.

Yes, you are right, sometime negative result might not mean bad. For my boy when he was not selected by RI for the selection test he told us that he will study hard and score well in the PSLE to approve RI that they make a mistake of not giving him a chance for the selection test. And he has been focusing in his revision for the past 1 month and now he said that he hope to make it for the EEIS Scholarship..
I believe that your boy will do well in his PSLE.

How I envy those of you with a child so self motivated and matured in his thinking!

I am very sad , I have been patiently waiting for my daughter to 'wake up' from her nonchalance towards such an important milestone in her life. Until today, she is not willing to put in effort in her study....she continues to take long afternoon naps and did not make any effort to revise for the PSLE, only doing school homework. Even then, she would be very restless and 'can't sit still' and continue to make very very careless mistakes that goes to show she is not focus when doing the work. :x
All the nagging & 'counselling' from us fall on deaf ears. :stupid:

There must really be something not right in my parenting style. Perhaps, I have been too laissez faire in the management of my kids. It's only about 1 month to PSLE...Though blessed with intelligence, she did not make good use of it, sigh...God only help those who help themselves.

[daisyt]

Fairy:

How I envy those of you with a child so self motivated and matured in his thinking!


I am very sad , I have been patiently waiting for my daughter to 'wake up' from her nonchalance towards such an important milestone in her life. Until today, she is not willing to put in effort in her study....she continues to take long afternoon naps and did not make any effort to revise for the PSLE, only doing school homework. Even then, she would be very restless and 'can't sit still' and continue to make very very careless mistakes that goes to show she is not focus when doing the work. :x
All the nagging & 'counselling' from us fall on deaf ears. :stupid:

There must really be something not right in my parenting style. Perhaps, I have been too laissez faire in the management of my kids. It's only about 1 month to PSLE...Though blessed with intelligence, she did not make good use of it, sigh...God only help those who help themselves.

Hi Fiary, don't be sad. I don't think there is anything wrong with your parenting style. Just that different kids mature at different timing. Maybe with her relax mood, she can excel better .... I have heard of kids so stress in PSLE that mind block and black out. I have also seen quite a number of my girl's classmates, all the while doing very well but drop in PSLE. Look at the brighter side ... I have also met a guy, he was in neighbourhood secondary school, excel well and got into NUS, major in Math.

Don't just think that top sec schools are good, you need to look at the other side too. Stress level is super high, work load is very heavy. The most important the chid is happy. You can PM me if you want to find out more .... I am very willing to share with you. Don't blame yourself or your child. Smile !!

[Fairy]

daisyt:

Hi Fiary, don't be sad. I don't think there is anything wrong with your parenting style. Just that different kids mature at different timing. Maybe with her relax mood, she can excel better .... I have heard of kids so stress in PSLE that mind block and black out. I have also seen quite a number of my girl's classmates, all the while doing very well but drop in PSLE. Look at the brighter side ... I have also met a guy, he was in neighbourhood secondary school, excel well and got into NUS, major in Math.


Don't just think that top sec schools are good, you need to look at the other side too. Stress level is super high, work load is very heavy. The most important the chid is happy. You can PM me if you want to find out more .... I am very willing to share with you. Don't blame yourself or your child. Smile !!

Hi daisyt,

Thank you so much for the consolling words. If she ever 'wakes' up from her 'can't be bothered' mode and start studying hard in the next 1 month, you'll be the first one I'll share the good news with. :lol: Meanwhile, I'll and hope for a miracle.