DSA 2012
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Abt last yr, were these ‘academically not as strong’ students fr other schools having ‘talents’ dat were sought by NYGH,
n they were better in their respective ‘talents’ in dat domain than those fr NYPS who applied thro’ DSA?
If d answers r yes, then NYGH is being fair n proper in getting d best candidates for limited slots.
D given reason dat those students were peeved by DSA rejection when they didn’t make d cut,
n turned to other schools to ‘prove a point’ doesn’t resonate with ur reason dat they wanted to
stay in d Nanyang family for d love of d school n to maintain Nanyang spirit.
If they truly feel belonged n love d school, they can still opt for NYGH during S1 posting
where NYPS girls do enjoy a fairly large discount on COP dat many non-NYPS students wld ‘die’ for.
If wat u claimed is true, it’s unequitable treatment to those NYPS girls –
n shd be brought to d attention of d school management if they can be substantiated.
Conversely, if it cannot be substantiated, IMV those disgruntled ppl r just asking for better,
but unfair treatment (to other students) in NYGH DSA selection.
Frankly, dis type of ‘unsubstantiated rumour’ is not gud for d Nanyang spirit.[/quote]
Much of the talk started at the start of this year, mainly because a number of 2011 ‘outstanding’ NYPS students were rejected by NYGH at the DSA stage despite appealing but ended up going to 2-3 TOP TIER ‘rival’ schools either through DSA or higher PSLE score. Thus, as expected people talked about this. Some may argue if these girls were outstanding in the first place, the fact that they were welcomed by NYGH’s top rival schools would seem to support that they were.
The 2011 COs for NYPS girls was believed to markedly less compared to previous years. However, this last point, is hearsay. -
Whylikethat888:
if they were rejected at DSA and accepted other DSA offers, as is now well known -- MOE barred the appeal and transfer wef 2011 DSA - even if NYGH wanted to take in at the appeal stage with good result - there is no way for that to happen. There must be reason why they were not granted DSA offers last year at the DSA stage by NYGH
Much of the talk started at the start of this year, mainly because a number of 2011 'outstanding' NYPS students were rejected by NYGH at the DSA stage despite appealing but ended up going to the top 2-3 tier 'rival' schools either through DSA or higher PSLE score. Thus, as expected people talked about this. Some may argue if these girls were outstanding in the first place, the fact that they were welcomed by NYGH's top rival schools would seem to support that they were.
The 2011 COs for NYPS girls was believed to markedly less compared to previous years. However, this last point, is hearsay. -
Ya, my friend’s dd is now in SCGS and still dancing for the school. Basically sounds like it is a mandatory that she has to take part in every performance locally and overseas. It is somehow ‘owing’ a favour to this ballet instructor.
Personally, I rather use academic to enter into DSA rather than ‘owing a favour to a coach’. -
friendship:
Well if you DSA into a school using a particular talent you are expected to contribute to the school through this talent. So if you DSA through dance you're expected to turn up for all lessons, rehearsals and performances. Which shouldn't be a chore because presumably dance is a passion for those who DSA in using it. Better than being benched because you're not deemed good enough to be selected for local and international performances and competitions.Ya, my friend's dd is now in SCGS and still dancing for the school. Basically sounds like it is a mandatory that she has to take part in every performance locally and overseas. It is somehow 'owing' a favour to this ballet instructor.
Personally, I rather use academic to enter into DSA rather than 'owing a favour to a coach'.
It's not about owing a favour to the coach. It's about the student fulfilling her obligation as a DSA dance student. -
NCMP Yee Jenn Jong to ask the Minister for Education (in dis Parliament sitting) quote "over the past five years what percentage of each Gifted Education Programme (GEP) cohort and how many GEP students enter secondary school by Direct School Admissions yearly; and what percentage of each GEP cohort receives the Edusave Entrance Scholarships for Independent Schools yearly." unquote.
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wrt NYHS case. I think there is a difference between DSA vs affiliations scheme. DSA is by outstanding result(with supporting leadership or subject talent profile) or sport talent selection while affiliations scheme is purely by PSLE T-score at a lower cut-off. So if a mainstream NYPS has no specialities for DSA she can still get in via a lower PSLE cut-off thru affiliation scheme. DSA is an independent process for talent selection so why should there be affiliation consideration? It is the same in all schools.
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jtoh:
Well if you DSA into a school using a particular talent you are expected to contribute to the school through this talent. So if you DSA through dance you're expected to turn up for all lessons, rehearsals and performances. Which shouldn't be a chore because presumably dance is a passion for those who DSA in using it. Better than being benched because you're not deemed good enough to be selected for local and international performances and competitions.friendship:
Ya, my friend's dd is now in SCGS and still dancing for the school. Basically sounds like it is a mandatory that she has to take part in every performance locally and overseas. It is somehow 'owing' a favour to this ballet instructor.
Personally, I rather use academic to enter into DSA rather than 'owing a favour to a coach'.
It's not about owing a favour to the coach. It's about the student fulfilling her obligation as a DSA dance student.![](\"http://i45.tinypic.com/20i9838.gif\")
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yes, a friend's son got into the school via a particular sport. for the past 3 years or more, he has been to every single pracitce (well nearly), every competition (100%)..he is not allowed to give it up. -
verykiasu2010:
For DSA, beside good academic results schools also look at whether the students have any specialty like represent school in any competition, any award or Biculture camp ...etc I know a lot of mainstream students with no talent profile apply DSA to HCI are also not shortlisted at phase 2. HCI is kind enough not to ask them to pay $50 and waste their time for DSA. Anyway those who are sound academically are very likely to do well and still get into their dream school.
if they were rejected at DSA and accepted other DSA offers, as is now well known -- MOE barred the appeal and transfer wef 2011 DSA - even if NYGH wanted to take in at the appeal stage with good result - there is no way for that to happen. There must be reason why they were not granted DSA offers last year at the DSA stage by NYGHWhylikethat888:
Much of the talk started at the start of this year, mainly because a number of 2011 'outstanding' NYPS students were rejected by NYGH at the DSA stage despite appealing but ended up going to the top 2-3 tier 'rival' schools either through DSA or higher PSLE score. Thus, as expected people talked about this. Some may argue if these girls were outstanding in the first place, the fact that they were welcomed by NYGH's top rival schools would seem to support that they were.
The 2011 COs for NYPS girls was believed to markedly less compared to previous years. However, this last point, is hearsay. -
Otah:
[/quote]Just curious... what school are tier 1, tier 2, tier 3... where am I able to check this information?verykiasu2010:
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Much of the talk started at the start of this year, mainly because a number of 2011 'outstanding' NYPS students were rejected by NYGH at the DSA stage despite appealing but ended up going to the top 2-3 tier 'rival' schools either through DSA or higher PSLE score. Thus, as expected people talked about this. Some may argue if these girls were outstanding in the first place, the fact that they were welcomed by NYGH's top rival schools would seem to support that they were.
For DSA, beside good academic results schools also look at whether the students have any specialty like represent school in any competition, any award or Biculture camp ...etc I know a lot of mainstream students with no talent profile apply DSA to HCI are also not shortlisted at phase 2. HCI is kind enough not to ask them to pay $50 and waste their time for DSA. Anyway those who are sound academically are very likely to do well and still get into their dream school.
Yes... HCI ask DSA applicant to pay $50 and submit supporting documents, only when they are shortlisted... I think very good process.. save time and $$
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LOLMum:
Does your friend's son want to give it up?jtoh:
[Well if you DSA into a school using a particular talent you are expected to contribute to the school through this talent. So if you DSA through dance you're expected to turn up for all lessons, rehearsals and performances. Which shouldn't be a chore because presumably dance is a passion for those who DSA in using it. Better than being benched because you're not deemed good enough to be selected for local and international performances and competitions.
It's not about owing a favour to the coach. It's about the student fulfilling her obligation as a DSA dance student.
yes, a friend's son got into the school via a particular sport. for the past 3 years or more, he has been to every single pracitce (well nearly), every competition (100%)..he is not allowed to give it up.
I hear people saying ... not allowed to give it up... if go by DSA sport.... and I have been asking those people whether dd/ds feel like give it up?.... and any particular reason?......bcos thinking my ds to try DSA-sport :scratchhead:
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