2013 Sec 1 Discussions

[janet88]

I taught my son NOT to ignore the Malay boys…some are good ones…of course there are always black sheep. Befriend them but no need to stoop to their level of saying vulgar words. Be humble too.


I monitor his work quietly. But I must say the quality of teaching now is much better…really hope this goes on till Sec 4.

[mummy so kiasu]

janet_lee88:

I taught my son NOT to ignore the Malay boys...some are good ones...of course there are always black sheep. Befriend them but no need to stoop to their level of saying vulgar words. Be humble too.


I monitor his work quietly. But I must say the quality of teaching now is much better...really hope this goes on till Sec 4.

We are not able to guide them with their school work anymore. They have to learn to be more responsible & revise their work regularly rather than last minute. Since the teachers are doing a great job, just keep an eye on the friends they make. Ensure they do not mix with the bad ones or being bully by them.

[mummy so kiasu]

janet_lee88:

I taught my son NOT to ignore the Malay boys...some are good ones...of course there are always black sheep. Befriend them but no need to stoop to their level of saying vulgar words. Be humble too.


I monitor his work quietly. But I must say the quality of teaching now is much better...really hope this goes on till Sec 4.

We are not able to guide them with their school work anymore. They have to learn to be more responsible & revise their work regularly rather than last minute. Since the teachers are doing a great job, just keep an eye on the friends they make. Ensure they do not mix with the bad ones or being bully by them.

[janet88]

mummy so kiasu:

janet_lee88:

I monitor his work quietly. But I must say the quality of teaching now is much better...really hope this goes on till Sec 4.

We are not able to guide them with their school work anymore. They have to learn to be more responsible & revise their work regularly rather than last minute. Since the teachers are doing a great job, just keep an eye on the friends they make. Ensure they do not mix with the bad ones or being bully by them.

:hi5:
Now have to spend more time listening to him and what goes on in school.
But I am able to dedicate more time to my younger one.

[fifiyeo]

I have actually read part of DS's Sci, Literature textbooks and went through some stuff with him over the weekend. Somehow, myabe my DS is still very immature, he still requires mommy to study with him.


I remembered my mom had to stay with me until Sec 2. She would challenge me to see who memorises the history passage 1st etc. :celebrate:

[beanbear]

DS is bringing home his friends to do their school project. I told DS that I prefer to have him bring his friends to our home as I can arrange to be at home to guide them and monitor them while they use the internet. At first DS’ friends wanted to go to their home instead but there are no adult supervision so I said "no". This way I get to see what kind of friends DS has.

[kwcllf]

fifiyeo:

I have actually read part of DS's Sci, Literature textbooks and went through some stuff with him over the weekend. Somehow, myabe my DS is still very immature, he still requires mommy to study with him.


I remembered my mom had to stay with me until Sec 2. She would challenge me to see who memorises the history passage 1st etc. :celebrate:

Hi fifiyeo,

I think it is OK if your DS wants you around. Having and nurturing a strong bond is important in our DC's education journey, even though we may not be able to cope with their school work.

You will be more worried if he DON'T WANT you around. :yikes:

[janet88]

At Sec 1, it is not entirely possible to let go completely. It is nice if the child still wants the parents around. Bcos weekdays are dedicated to my younger one, son has turned to hubby for coaching. I just can't bring myself to face his books :frustrated:


Next week geography or literature test again...I keep hearing some test every other week...tougher than PSLE. A friend of mine told me sec 1 rather relaxed...not that I can see leh...but ok lah...keeps father and son busy :evil:

[janet88]

I have to start to relax…or else get tension headaches hearing his frequent tests and coaching younger one. Honestly, I really thought Sec 1 will be ‘honeymoon’ after last year’s PSLE. But it is not to be.

[mummy so kiasu]

janet_lee88:

Honestly, I really thought Sec 1 will be 'honeymoon' after last year's PSLE. But it is not to be.

Maybe having regular tests is a new routine that we have to get used to.