Raffles Institution (Year 1-4)

[mathsparks]

ooptimizer:

If RGS merge with RI, then RGS name will be like OUB, swallowed up and disappeared forever.

There's still OUB centre! so name's not really swallowed up.

[ooptimizer]

The building will be gone one day or the name will be changed.

[mathsparks]

you’re so right. in fact i’m quite surprised the name isnt changed.

[edanson]

mathsparks:

Yes, edanson, boy's going to RI and I've a girl in MJC A levels next year :yikes:


Yep, maybe our paths will cross but unless prearrange then I'll not know who you are. Next Wed, I'll be among many other parents craning our necks to figure out which class he's posted to. Nah...he'll crane his neck himself, since he's taller than me already.

btw, Vikaesh qn abt class grouping, do you've any idea? Thanx much.

Sorry, but what does MJC stands for ? _________ Junior College ?
Woh . . .so lucky , you have such a big girl already.

I am not too sure about the grouping but heard that there will be GEP classes. Top PSLE students will join the GEP classes. There will also be a class for students who gain entrance through DSA using sports.

Hope the above help.

[ooptimizer]

MJC = Meridian JC

[mathsparks]

Yes, it’s Meridian…in Pasir Ris…the jc that’s been classified as bottom ranking in another thread. The JC that students in the East go to if they can’t make it to VJC or TJC. But I’ve complete faith in the principal and VP in the way they motivate their students.


I’m fortunate indeed, edanson. To have much time on my hands now that both kids are sensibly matured for their age. Thanks.

[mathsparks]

edanson:

I am not too sure about the grouping but heard that there will be GEP classes. Top PSLE students will join the GEP classes. There will also be a class for students who gain entrance through DSA using sports.


Hope the above help.

That's great! That's what I understood from the dsa briefing too. Son is hoping to have his classmates with him still.

[kiasuson]

mathsparks:

Went to bibi baba this morning. Quite crowded, had to park all the way to the 10th floor. Shop was crowded too...and only 2 fitting rooms.


Good thing we came here to get, otherwise next week, I wonder how'll the boys try on their pants. There'll sure be lotsa red-faced boys if they've to try it there on the spot among their frens. :oops:

So, our loot:

2 shirts - 8.60 x 2
1 polo-T (for Fridays, I was told) - 9.10
3 shorts - 9.60 x 2

Total 55.10

Wonder why the staff there is so cat. They couldnt find the sample polo T for trying, dh asked them to let son have a new piece, they said must pay up first, and exchange if it doesnt fit. So cat for what, there'll be others who need to try also. :?

Anyway, we're almost done. So, next Wed, we only need to get his PE shirt plus show him how to take the MRT to Bartley where I can pick him up..just in case I cant fetch him home.

Looks like I'm more excited about him starting school than he is. He looks so smart n sharp in his white uniform :love: , but he said he looks strange.

Welcome to the Rafflesian family. Last year, the registration day was quite well organised. It is not so bad as decribe in the forum. Take your time and spend half a day in the school. Get your child to attend some of the talks. The most it will take about 45 mins. My son and myself finish the purchasing the books, shirts/trousers/PE attires and registration at about 12 pm. . One of the advise to the new parents is to attend the subject talks organised by the RPA. It will help you a lot. There are a lot of interesting activities to look forward in RI.

You will not get to know your class on registration day. It will only be released in first day of school. Keep your son fit to attend the Orientation camp...It will make him proud to be a Rafflesian after the camp.

[Fairy]

kiasuson:

Keep your son fit to attend the Orientation camp...It will make him proud to be a Rafflesian after the camp.

ha ha...did you get kiasuson's hint?

[mathsparks]

hey fairy, son's been sick for almost 2 weeks liao, already finished 1 round of antibiotics, plus the bad weather plus the internet addiction how to train?


hey kiasuson, you're scaring me leh..is it like the army or really got taupok incidents??

thanks for the welcome. I thot all sec1s take the same subjects, how come must attend subject talk?