Rulang Primary

[Virgo Mum]

Dear hshs.

My youngest son had similar issue when he was in P1. He was by nature a cheerful chap but rather cautious when interacting with people whom were new to him . Most of the time, he would choose to sit quietly and mind his own business rather than getting into disagreement with peers. It came to a point when he started saying that "my life is sooo boring in school!"
I started with asking him about his classmates , whom he usually played with or spoke too and it came as a surprise that he only quoted 3 names after being in the same class for 4months! So when I asked him why…he simply said "most of my classmates were moody." With that I realised that my son may not be the only pupil who was having this issue.
I then made an appointment with the teacher to discuss on this issue.The form teacher was surprised to hear about this and promised me that she will look into the matter. Two days later, my son told me that his teacher had changed most of pupils’ seating arrangements (he was not aware of my meeting with the teacher actually). I asked how he felt about it? He said his partner on the right was very talkative, on the left was always laughing over simple joke and the one behind him is a teaser but not to the extend of being irritating.
Three weeks later, I pretended to ask about his classmates whom he usually played with and this time he quoted eleven names.He even described the games they played together. I came to comprehend the teacher’s motive in changing the seatings arrangement. She wanted my son and the rest of her pupils to blend in better with one another in a more proactive approach. Mixing the quiet ones with those who were more bubbly & daring. When forced into such situation, I believed the pupils instinct made them adopt a "if you can’t win them , you might as well join them".
I can assured you that my son has since been more vocal and cheerful where school matter is concerned. Perhaps you may approach the form teacher and speak to her about your son situation? Find out more about your son while he is in class and his interaction with peers, and so forth?

[starlight1968sg]

Virgo Mum:

Hi everyone! Wish to share this latest info about HOD EL's whereabout. I received clarification from the VP that Mr Bernard Chan is currently on work attachment for a period of time (6months or so) for the purpose of enhancing the school's future academic programmes upon his return. As for the MT teacher, he has applied for study leave to do his Masters in CL and this request was submitted last year & approval was then given by MOE in Mar. Affirmation was given by VP that no other teacher are leaving the school as rumoured. As a matter of fact, there is no changes affecting all the remaining classes except the ones under Mr Bernard Chan & the MT teacher. Having said this, the teachers who took over the classes of these two respective teachers are equally competent & diligent. So the pupils remained to be in good hands..definitely! Hope this news will allay the undue anxiety of all parents who are affected. Rest assured...Rulang has a pool of impressively credible educators .

Thanks for the update. My dd has been taught by Mr Chan and I must say he is one of the best teachers I ever met.

[rpsparent99]

Hi, I am new to KSP forum. Was anxious about the rumours after my sis-in-law updated me on what she had read. The update is assuring.


She also has three children in Rulang. She told me a number of experienced teachers left these two to three years. Some are very experienced upper primary teachers. One was the Science Subject Head who taught her daughter before. Is it true? I have two children, one in P3 and one in P5. So far I am lucky. Children do not have any changes in teachers.

[Virgo Mum]

Hi rpsparent 99.

Welcome on board. Yes, it was true Rulang had actually ‘lost’ two of its experienced teacher few years ago. One of them was Mr Low YF who was then RPS’ Mathematics Head (not Science actually). He had left Rulang following a promotion extended to him by MOE HQ and is currently still there. The other was Ms Ow who has left after shifting to her new place in Punggol. I believed this is a personal decision which the school has no right to deny ,especially considering that Ms Ow had a toddler girl whom was looked after by her parents who were residing around that area.
Besides, if you have been reading the PSLE’s result banner displayed outside the school’s gate for the past few years, you will notice that our pupils’ progress have been getting better by the years! That in itself speaks how well the school manages its pupils, despite the loss of some of their credible teachers, isn’t it?
Moving forward, continue to have faith & trust in our existing teachers who are equally diligent, compassionate & competent!

[BeContented]

Virgo Mum:

Hi rpsparent 99.

Welcome on board. Yes, it was true Rulang had actually 'lost' two of its experienced teacher few years ago. One of them was Mr Low YF who was then RPS' Mathematics Head (not Science actually). He had left Rulang following a promotion extended to him by MOE HQ and is currently still there. The other was Ms Ow who has left after shifting to her new place in Punggol. I believed this is a personal decision which the school has no right to deny ,especially considering that Ms Ow had a toddler girl whom was looked after by her parents who were residing around that area.
Besides, if you have been reading the PSLE's result banner displayed outside the school's gate for the past few years, you will notice that our pupils' progress have been getting better by the years! That in itself speaks how well the school manages its pupils, despite the loss of some of their credible teachers, isn't it?
Moving forward, continue to have faith & trust in our existing teachers who are equally diligent, compassionate & competent!

Welcome Virgo Mum.
Glad to see some 'experienced' mommy here and happy to be able to read more posting in RPS thread......I'm pretty new in this thread as my DD is a transfer kid. Look forward to see more

Btw, noticed that you are a member since 2009 but hardly made any posting. Curious, what prompted you to start now

[urbanemale]

rpsparent99:

Hi, I am new to KSP forum. Was anxious about the rumours after my sis-in-law updated me on what she had read. The update is assuring.


She also has three children in Rulang. She told me a number of experienced teachers left these two to three years. Some are very experienced upper primary teachers. One was the Science Subject Head who taught her daughter before. Is it true? I have two children, one in P3 and one in P5. So far I am lucky. Children do not have any changes in teachers.

Yes, the ex Science Subject Head left end of last year, I believe.

[Lim Lay Hoon]

Oh dear, has Mr Bernard Chan really left?? What happened??

My child was taught by him and he is a very good teacher…
Oh yes, I heard Mdm Chng has left too… And Mdm Wee, as she has taught my
Child in when she was in p2. These were really good teachers whom I feel
is a pity…My child was even thinking of going back to the school to visit them this teacher’s day

[tankee]

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Dear All

I have embargoed some posts from this thread to preserve harmony among members in this forum.

[urbanemale]

starlight1968sg:

Virgo Mum:

Hi everyone! Wish to share this latest info about HOD EL's whereabout. I received clarification from the VP that Mr Bernard Chan is currently on work attachment for a period of time (6months or so) for the purpose of enhancing the school's future academic programmes upon his return. As for the MT teacher, he has applied for study leave to do his Masters in CL and this request was submitted last year & approval was then given by MOE in Mar. Affirmation was given by VP that no other teacher are leaving the school as rumoured. As a matter of fact, there is no changes affecting all the remaining classes except the ones under Mr Bernard Chan & the MT teacher. Having said this, the teachers who took over the classes of these two respective teachers are equally competent & diligent. So the pupils remained to be in good hands..definitely! Hope this news will allay the undue anxiety of all parents who are affected. Rest assured...Rulang has a pool of impressively credible educators .

Thanks for the update. My dd has been taught by Mr Chan and I must say he is one of the best teachers I ever met.

Yesterday, I posted a response to a message posted by Virgo Mom to clarify some issues as what was presented by Virgo Mom wasn't accurate. So I do not know why my message was removed but her message remains here. The more one tries to cover up, the more suspicious people are regarding certain issues. There is no smoke without fire.

Yes, I have indeed left the school. I would like to thank all parents for their concern and their kind words.

[urbanemale]