DSA 2012

[Nebbermind]

isetan:

I read abt the IP programme article in today's straits times. It says more emphasis into non core subjects research and teaching. wonder if MOE will step in to help IP students to prepare themselves for the A levels.

Have not read that yet. But I presume if these r mostly 255 or higher, they r of some 'pedigree' n prolly need much lesser time doing the standard academic stuffs. So they can make better use of their time acquiring other skills.

[isetan]

agree. but having said that, students still need to prepare for the exam, which is still syallabus based…it’s like another PSLE exam you know, but this time for the 18 year old boys and girls.

[Nebbermind]

There will still be some form of streaming at yr 3 n 5 so they still have to put up a good fight during the yr2/4 exams.

[Blue Dolphin]

NY1969:

Nebbermind:

I would think it should be around same as cedar, maybe a bit higher if more of their affiliated students with high t score choose to stay on.

If their express cut off is 249, then for ip it's ard cedar standard. Any points higher will be nygh or RGS Liao.

I am not sure.
Cedar IP to VJC
SNGS IP to unknown JC to be built just in time for 2013 batch.

Cedar uses VJC IP programme
SNGS uses ...... (is it the same with the other two schools?) IP programme

There is an element of uncertainty in SNGS IP, which is not helped by opaque disclosure to concerned stakeholders....

[NY1969]

Dear Blue Dolphin, agree with you. It is still untested. Very new programme to them. As per my threads above, wonder why St nicks still remain so secretive abt their cut off points.

[yukilei]

8228:

yukilei:

Just to share. For those who are going for Hwa Chong's Parent Symposium on 20th Oct, Sat, I've confirmed with HCI that the kid can tag along.

Can only the kid attend?

urrr... I only have 1. I believe should be ok. I don't think they'll stop you if you bring along another child.

We're suppose to RSVP. I replied the email, informing them my DS will be going & HCI replied me, saying ok.

Maybe you can reply their email.

[Nebbermind]

Nebbermind:

I would think it should be around same as cedar, maybe a bit higher if more of their affiliated students with high t score choose to stay on.

NY1969:

If their express cut off is 249, then for ip it's ard cedar standard. Any points higher will be nygh or RGS Liao.

Blue Dolphin:

I am not sure.
Cedar IP to VJC
SNGS IP to unknown JC to be built just in time for 2013 batch.
Cedar uses VJC IP programme
SNGS uses ...... (is it the same with the other two schools?) IP programme

There is an element of uncertainty in SNGS IP, which is not helped by opaque disclosure to concerned stakeholders....

Can understand that some will not be convinced. But st nic, Catholic high and SCGS are all powerhouses with strong alumni backing so I have faith in them. But I'm not expecting others to share the same faith. If one is uncomfortable, then there are always other options. Do what is right for u

[kiasumeme]

yukilei:

8228:

[quote=\"yukilei\"]Just to share. For those who are going for Hwa Chong's Parent Symposium on 20th Oct, Sat, I've confirmed with HCI that the kid can tag along.

Can only the kid attend?

urrr... I only have 1. I believe should be ok. I don't think they'll stop you if you bring along another child.

We're suppose to RSVP. I replied the email, informing them my DS will be going & HCI replied me, saying ok.

Maybe you can reply their email.[/quote]Hi, I RSVP with them for 4, including my younger boy and they replied \"Received. Thanks!\" Good to give the younger one a head start

[8228]

yukilei:

8228:

[quote=\"yukilei\"]Just to share. For those who are going for Hwa Chong's Parent Symposium on 20th Oct, Sat, I've confirmed with HCI that the kid can tag along.

Can only the kid attend?

urrr... I only have 1. I believe should be ok. I don't think they'll stop you if you bring along another child.

We're suppose to RSVP. I replied the email, informing them my DS will be going & HCI replied me, saying ok.

Maybe you can reply their email.[/quote]I meant the p6 boy attending without parents. I know it is for parents but have other commitments. Maybe have to give it a miss.

[shaunshaun]

My DS is psle this year. In the very beginning, I ,same as those parents here , am thinking of which prestige sch I should apply for, but now after the baptism of the stressful exam, I have another thought to share. I saw my DS go through all the hurdles and come to an end now. I don’t intend to force him to go which sch, what programme that I suppose to be good for him. His ability and capability that can cope with the future studies is my first concern. If he scored an average result, I won’t force him to go such high cop schools that may make him feel inferior and demoralized. And traditional o level programme may be better than 6 year ip programme. At least he can test his ability whether suits for going to jc then a level or polytechnic . He at least got a o level certificate for his future studies or career. I took a level before, it’s not easy I know. If I just based on my preference want him to go ip coz directly 6 programme to a level. It may be a disaster for him.of course being a parent, I would like him to take 6 year a level programme and then go to university. That is a perfect scenario, but would it apply on my DS? Indeed my DS had full confidence before psle as his prelim did very well. However, after the actual battle, he is not as confident as before. Well, as I saw he tried his best , see his real ability after the release of the result and decide the best choice of his sec sch. Good luck for everyone here as well.