DSA 2012

[MMM]

verykiasu2010:

even for those sports DSA students, if their PSLE t-score is reasonably high, they will still be blended into the standard class

Personally, this point is like a guiding principle for me. I am targetting to position my P5 and P4 for DSA using band.

They are not top of cohort kids. Probably 30 percentile in the school. So I need to be mindful to choose a secondary school that is around their standard which they won't drown if they get in and at the same time allow them to pursue their passion in band. To me, it's the sustainability that matters.

[verykiasu2010]

slmkhoo:

verykiasu2010:

[quote=\"slmkhoo\"]Also depends on what DSA route that is. If it's through sports/CCA or a specific academic discipline, the child needs to be sure she is willing to pursue that for the next 6 yrs. If there are any doubts, I would advise against it. Entering through PSLE means that the student try for a different sport/CCA if she wants, and can decide not to take part in certain competitions/training etc.

any academic discipline for DSA will be no difference once admitted into the school, esp for RGS / NYGH / RI / HCI

even for those sports DSA students, if their PSLE t-score is reasonably high, they will still be blended into the standard class

But students who DSA in via a specific academic discipline are expected to continue with the special training/competitions and related CCA through their school years, I have heard. I don't think they have the option to drop that sport/CCA etc. Eg. if someone DSAs in through Maths, say, can they opt not to go for the Math-related training and competitions?[/quote]for sports DSA it is hard to drop, unless it is due to injury and has to be out on long term basis

for acad DSA -- taking part in competition is already a given as long as you are good even if the entry was not via DSA

eg know of someone who always win in certain international competition but did not enter the school using that domain - still being asked to take part in those competition even when not in that CCA

[jtoh]

slmkhoo:

verykiasu2010:

[quote=\"slmkhoo\"]Also depends on what DSA route that is. If it's through sports/CCA or a specific academic discipline, the child needs to be sure she is willing to pursue that for the next 6 yrs. If there are any doubts, I would advise against it. Entering through PSLE means that the student try for a different sport/CCA if she wants, and can decide not to take part in certain competitions/training etc.

any academic discipline for DSA will be no difference once admitted into the school, esp for RGS / NYGH / RI / HCI

even for those sports DSA students, if their PSLE t-score is reasonably high, they will still be blended into the standard class

But students who DSA in via a specific academic discipline are expected to continue with the special training/competitions and related CCA through their school years, I have heard. I don't think they have the option to drop that sport/CCA etc. Eg. if someone DSAs in through Maths, say, can they opt not to go for the Math-related training and competitions?[/quote]If you DSA through Math you would be expected to go for the Math-related training and competitions. In any case, why wouldn't you if that was your forte?

[phankao]

Flowermonaster:

Does getting a platinum in SMOPS gaurantee a CO in HCI? Let's say if a child gets platinum in SMOPS but overall school result only average, let's say 75-79% for GEP student. What is the chance of getting a CO?

My ds' classmate last year had platinum in SMOPS in p6 plus various other Math Olympiad awards since he was in p4 & p5 as well.

HCI rejected him - no wait list either. But he got a RI CO. Not GEP boy - mainstream class. For actual PSLE, he got just over 250.

[verykiasu2010]

phankao:

Flowermonaster:

Does getting a platinum in SMOPS gaurantee a CO in HCI? Let's say if a child gets platinum in SMOPS but overall school result only average, let's say 75-79% for GEP student. What is the chance of getting a CO?

My ds' classmate last year had platinum in SMOPS in p6 plus various other Math Olympiad awards since he was in p4 & p5 as well.

HCI rejected him - no wait list either. But he got a RI CO. Not GEP boy - mainstream class. For actual PSLE, he got just over 250.

may be he answered the interview question of \"which school will you choose?\" with the answer \"RI\" ...... so, honest answer and got wish fulfilled .... :rotflmao: :rotflmao: :evil: :evil:

[phankao]

verykiasu2010:

phankao:

[quote=\"Flowermonaster\"]Does getting a platinum in SMOPS gaurantee a CO in HCI? Let's say if a child gets platinum in SMOPS but overall school result only average, let's say 75-79% for GEP student. What is the chance of getting a CO?

My ds' classmate last year had platinum in SMOPS in p6 plus various other Math Olympiad awards since he was in p4 & p5 as well.

HCI rejected him - no wait list either. But he got a RI CO. Not GEP boy - mainstream class. For actual PSLE, he got just over 250.

may be he answered the interview question of \"which school will you choose?\" with the answer \"RI\" ...... so, honest answer and got wish fulfilled .... :rotflmao: :rotflmao: :evil: :evil:[/quote]Well, to be given CO by RI is quite a feat too. Only 2 mainstream boys in the school were given CO by RI. Many more by HCI (CO/WL). This boy is rather \"queer\". Wouldn't know how he handled the interviews. Actually he wanted NUSH, not RI, but rejected by NUSH too.

[verykiasu2010]

phankao:

Well, to be given CO by RI is quite a feat too. Only 2 mainstream boys in the school were given CO by RI. Many more by HCI (CO/WL). This boy is rather \"queer\". Wouldn't know how he handled the interviews. Actually he wanted NUSH, not RI, but rejected by NUSH too.

may be his \"queerness\" was his ability to tackle those \"out of the world\" math selection test in RI

[jtoh]

phankao:

verykiasu2010:

[quote=\"phankao\"]

My ds' classmate last year had platinum in SMOPS in p6 plus various other Math Olympiad awards since he was in p4 & p5 as well.

HCI rejected him - no wait list either. But he got a RI CO. Not GEP boy - mainstream class. For actual PSLE, he got just over 250.

may be he answered the interview question of \"which school will you choose?\" with the answer \"RI\" ...... so, honest answer and got wish fulfilled .... :rotflmao: :rotflmao: :evil: :evil:

Well, to be given CO by RI is quite a feat too. Only 2 mainstream boys in the school were given CO by RI. Many more by HCI (CO/WL). This boy is rather \"queer\". Wouldn't know how he handled the interviews. Actually he wanted NUSH, not RI, but rejected by NUSH too.[/quote]Platinum and rejected by NUSH and HCI. I've heard of a previous case too, but rather unusual I must say.

[MummySTay]

jtoh:

slmkhoo:

But students who DSA in via a specific academic discipline are expected to continue with the special training/competitions and related CCA through their school years, I have heard. I don't think they have the option to drop that sport/CCA etc. Eg. if someone DSAs in through Maths, say, can they opt not to go for the Math-related training and competitions?

If you DSA through Math you would be expected to go for the Math-related training and competitions. In any case, why wouldn't you if that was your forte?

DD DSAed into RGS through Maths domain...
And yes, she is required to join Math Soc.
She is also required to participate in Math competitions.
DD does not see the requirements as a chore.
Instead, we thought she was very blessed indeed to be guaranteed a place in Math Soc, one of the CCAs she was interested in.

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MummySTay:

DD DSAed into RGS through Maths domain...
And yes, she is required to join Math Soc.
She is also required to participate in Math competitions.
DD does not see the requirements as a chore.
Instead, we thought she was very blessed indeed to be guaranteed a place in Math Soc, one of the CCAs she was interested in.

For RGS and NYGH, what does one need for DSA through maths domain? Need RIPMWC Distinction or SMOPS Platinum? Is there any selection test by the school? Thx.