MOE Relooking P1 registration - Too much priority to alumni

[Imami]

DesertWind:

Did I say snatch? :?

Did I mention that you say “snatch”?

DesertWind:

For those with nothing at stake, perhaps they should refrain from joining the discussion to avoid more confusion. For those arguing relentlessly, I am not convinced at all there is nothing at stake therein lies my doubt.

This is a public forum. People who speak up, whether or not they have a stake, are just contributing their views. Some are thought provoking. At least two folks here who have posted on this thread have their youngest kids already in primary schools. What good do they enjoy whichever way the policies change?

[Imami]

dorisp:

DesertWind:

There is nothing wrong about trying to enroll into popular schools. What is wrong is calling for scrapping of alumni priority etc. just so THEY can get into the school. Selfish own interest at the expense of others which I don't buy. For those with nothing at stake, perhaps they should refrain from joining the discussion to avoid more confusion. For those arguing relentlessly, I am not convinced at all there is nothing at stake therein lies my doubt.

This is a zero sum game hence there are always two sides of 'self interests'.

This is just a discussion on our P1 school registration policy. As concerned parents i thought we are encouraged to put forth our thoughts. Those with experience could share for better improvements in future. There might be some good ideas or suggestions here. Don't see why those not at stake should be refrained or could cause confusion. Don't understand.

Different strokes for different folks, Dorisp :celebrate:

[nms1]

Imami:

DesertWind:

I actually think perhaps KSP forum should do more to highlight the various strengths of ALL the neighbourhood schools to help parents instead of just focusing on those ultra-popular ones. It will certainly help a lot more parents given the wide choices available (that is, if they do not insist on coveting those popular schools).

Yes, of course but there is hardly much for hungry/clueless parent like me who wants/needs to know more. I need as much information as I can get on 3 schools in order for me to make an informed decision for registering my child but alas, only one school has a lot of postings/comments on its thread and that is the branded one. :slapshead:

I agree it is hard to find information especially if you don't know anyone with children at the school.

Go & look at the school's website as that can tell you quite a bit especially if you read between the lines a little. MOE has information on awards they have won which can help you see where the focus is in terms of sports, CCAs etc.

Some schools do have open days before P1 registration so call them up & ask.

Go to some other parenting forums and Facebook pages (The New Age Parents) etc and ask about the schools. You may get lucky and have someone respond.

[corneyAmber]

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Looks like time for some liang teh again....

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As an open forum, we encourage everyone to contribute whether there are similar or differing views so long as we do not get personal.

[Imami]

nms1:

I agree it is hard to find information especially if you don't know anyone with children at the school.


Go & look at the school's website as that can tell you quite a bit especially if you read between the lines a little. MOE has information on awards they have won which can help you see where the focus is in terms of sports, CCAs etc.

Some schools do have open days before P1 registration so call them up & ask.

Go to some other parenting forums and Facebook pages (The New Age Parents) etc and ask about the schools. You may get lucky and have someone respond.

thank you thank you! Didn’t expect a response so soon.

I have ask around, there is not ‘open house’ for the 2 schools I am eyeing at. Hopefully things will change soon.

Once again, thank you very much for your suggestions and response.

[limlim]

ksi:

There should be several other factors involved. \"Think child unique factors\" more important.

That, is individual's personal preferences. And you're free to give advise for individual parents how they could choose their school.

What we're discussing is a priority system, a national policy. Why one should have priority over the others based on principle of best interest for the community (direct or indirect).

[dorisp]

Imami:

dorisp:

[quote=\"DesertWind\"]


There is nothing wrong about trying to enroll into popular schools. What is wrong is calling for scrapping of alumni priority etc. just so THEY can get into the school. Selfish own interest at the expense of others which I don't buy. For those with nothing at stake, perhaps they should refrain from joining the discussion to avoid more confusion. For those arguing relentlessly, I am not convinced at all there is nothing at stake therein lies my doubt.

This is a zero sum game hence there are always two sides of 'self interests'.

This is just a discussion on our P1 school registration policy. As concerned parents i thought we are encouraged to put forth our thoughts. Those with experience could share for better improvements in future. There might be some good ideas or suggestions here. Don't see why those not at stake should be refrained or could cause confusion. Don't understand.

Different strokes for different folks, Dorisp :celebrate:[/quote]Agree with you Imami, let's have friendly disussion here even if others do not agree to our views. I cannot imagine.....those who could not tolerate opposing views.....shang nao jing? :slapshead:

[limlim]

ksi:

Awesomely respectable attitude! :salute: :love:

Hogging national resources for selfish interest is awesomely respectable attitude?

I'm amazed..

[dorisp]

ksi:

As an open forum, we encourage everyone to contribute whether there are similar or differing views so long as we do not get personal.

Yes ksi, this has always been the good spirit of this forum.

[limlim]

dorisp:

There's an article in yesterday's (19 Aug'12) The Sunday Times (pg 33) by Toh Yong Chuan titled \"Take the pain out of Primary 1 registration. Some people do not deserve to be ahead of the queue; let's fix this anxiety-ridden system\"


It is a good read and relevant to this topic. Wonder if anyone has link so can share it here.

One sentence summaries it all..

:goodpost:

There are pple who deserve it..

But the current system is so flawed that even those who does not deserve it got it..