2013 Sec 1 Discussions

[janet88]

Coolkidsrock2:

janet_lee88:

[quote=\"mummy so kiasu\"]This week is CCA trial week. Need to go back to school for CIP (collect old newspapers) on this sat. Still can't decide on the core CCA. Limited choices & no background.

There will be 2 talks this week regarding CCA. I advised son to pick one which requires minimal follow up or he will have to stay back several times, leaving little time to get homework done. At Sec 1, there is much adjustment and need to do well.

Hi Janet, under the LEAPS program, students are awarded CCA points and these points will be converted to a grade for JC/poly admission. A1/A2 2 points. B3-C6 1 point. CCA points are awarded to commensurate with the demands of the CCA.

Think clubs and societies where the students can represent the school and yet practise indoors are the best - earn points but not wear the child out too much.[/quote]Thanks for the info. I was thinking of this...can earn points yet not too tired to get homework done when he reaches home. However, interest must be there. He is very much like hubby...loves IT related stuff.

[Coolkidsrock2]

Hi fifiyeo


Maybe you can try those Drama society or similar if no debating club. They will likely have some trainers teaching the students speech and drama. Someone mentioned the training that the students received some time back to me, but I cannot remember much as it is not something DD is interested in.

[janet88]

Son likes Infocomm club...not bad idea since it is in the air con room.


There are 3 tests 2moro - Chinese, science and English. Really wondering what will be tested :scratchhead:

[fifiyeo]

DS wants to join flying club. I think it's so cool if he gets in. Can eventually be a junior pilot if he does well. Oh, I told him that it's my dream too to fly a plane. :imcool:


This boy not interested in speech and drama. I'm the one who thinks he should be doing it. Hiaz, he really needs to speak better. Wonder what to do with him? :scratchhead:

[fifiyeo]

janet_lee88:

Son likes Infocomm club...not bad idea since it is in the air con room.


There are 3 tests 2moro - Chinese, science and English. Really wondering what will be tested :scratchhead:

Huh! Tests already!!!

My DS still having fun in school going for CCA selection.

Good Luck to your boy!

[janet88]

fifiyeo:

janet_lee88:

Son likes Infocomm club...not bad idea since it is in the air con room.


There are 3 tests 2moro - Chinese, science and English. Really wondering what will be tested :scratchhead:

Huh! Tests already!!!

My DS still having fun in school going for CCA selection.

Good Luck to your boy!

Thanks fifi.

He told me the tests are to gauge their standards...something like a mini PSLE thing without the oral and compo.

[kwcllf]

janet_lee88:

fifiyeo:

[quote=\"janet_lee88\"]Son likes Infocomm club...not bad idea since it is in the air con room.


There are 3 tests 2moro - Chinese, science and English. Really wondering what will be tested :scratchhead:

Huh! Tests already!!!

My DS still having fun in school going for CCA selection.

Good Luck to your boy!

Thanks fifi.

He told me the tests are to gauge their standards...something like a mini PSLE thing without the oral and compo.[/quote]Maybe, the school wants to stream already? :?

[kwcllf]

janet_lee88:

fifiyeo:

[quote=\"janet_lee88\"]Son likes Infocomm club...not bad idea since it is in the air con room.


There are 3 tests 2moro - Chinese, science and English. Really wondering what will be tested :scratchhead:

Huh! Tests already!!!

My DS still having fun in school going for CCA selection.

Good Luck to your boy!

Thanks fifi.

He told me the tests are to gauge their standards...something like a mini PSLE thing without the oral and compo.[/quote]Maybe, the school wants to stream already? :?

[fifiyeo]

Hmm… just got PSLE results so school can gauge from there instead of putting pressure on the kids so soon. Hiaz, maybe I’m still in a holiday mood and not quite ready for Sec 1 after the crazy 2011 - 2012 years.

[Peony]

fifiyeo:

Hmm... just got PSLE results so school can gauge from there instead of putting pressure on the kids so soon. Hiaz, maybe I'm still in a holiday mood and not quite ready for Sec 1 after the crazy 2011 - 2012 years.

Hi fifi,
No offence, but I do think it's a matter of perspective. It need not be a stressful affair.

PSLE results does not give a very accurate gauge on specific ability (I'm assuming that's what the school is checking).

I mean if I were the P (hee hee), I'd want to know what areas the students need most help in, to build a strong foundation. And it does make sense to put those who need help in the same areas together.

As parents, we can help eliminate and reduce the stress our kids face when we take a positive stance. At this early stage, there's nothing to prepare aside from just being positive and giving their best.