DSA 2012
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psle_stressed_mum:
I m really happy to hear that NJC is relax, i wouldnt be having 2nd thoughts as to whether my dd should take on their CO... ive heard its rather stressful there frm quite a no of ppl. think there will be an open house, can go n check it out in october and talk to their studentsI have been reading all the threads and hope to get some advice from all the parents here.
DS has a confirmed offer from both HCI and NJC and am in dilemma about which one to choose. His Chinese is very weak and I am worried that he will not survive in HCI. On the other hand, I heard that NJC is too relaxed and I dont know whether that is good for the A levels which is ultimately the more important thing.
Any information on both schools would be appreciated
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breezy:
Understand your concern but really, if u and your son like the program and the school environment feels good, go ahead with it.BeContented:
Most of all, being amongst the rich would mean DS has to be very strong in his character, must be able to withstand the temptation, possible taunting (intentional/unintentional) from his peers etc. He will need to learn and I will need to manage his 'why others have, I can't :stompfeet:
To begin with, every sch (esp independent schools), have rich kids. It doesnt mean that rich kids would flaunt their wealth in schools.
It is a misconception that ACSI is flooded with such boys. The truth is that 10% of the boys are on Financial Assistance Scheme. My son goes to ACSI and he is in sec 3 IP now. He was from a neighbourhood primary school and we stay in HDB flat. Never once, did i hear him complain about his friend (may it be politician's or president's grandson, CEO's son...blabla) appearing proud or felt pressured to own a certain expensive gadget becos his friends have it.
His schoolmates are also very happy coming to my HDB home for stayovers and work on projects, etc. None of them appeared snobbish.
As for donations, it is on a volunteer basis. Once after chinese new year (the money collected will use to fund needy schoolmates for yearly overseas trip starting in secondary 2), the other sometime midyr.
Happy deciding! :))))
I also know not all are rich, but perhaps the ratio might be on the higher side hence this perception (plus people like us think think think then dare not go ACSI ....end up only rich ones went ahead to join :rotflmao: ) Anyway, it's all speculation
As for flaunting their wealth, guess I did mention that some are unintentional and sometimes, it's ourselves who gets sensitive/envious/jealous/upset cos cannot afford .... :oops: But I just wanted to highlight this aspect cos' it can get sticky if the child gets 'affected'. My DS is ok, but DD is one such gal who would whine over such things....took a lot of effort to explain and discipline
:frustrated: So must really depend on the child.
Anyway, thanks for sharing. Was hoping to read more.....positive or negative. At least can make informed decision. Glad your child found good friends and happy there......will make many of us more assured
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breezy:
:goodpost:
Understand your concern but really, if u and your son like the program and the school environment feels good, go ahead with it.
To begin with, every sch (esp independent schools), have rich kids. It doesnt mean that rich kids would flaunt their wealth in schools.
It is a misconception that ACSI is flooded with such boys. The truth is that 10% of the boys are on Financial Assistance Scheme. My son goes to ACSI and he is in sec 3 IP now. He was from a neighbourhood primary school and we stay in HDB flat. Never once, did i hear him complain about his friend (may it be politician's or president's grandson, CEO's son...blabla) appearing proud or felt pressured to own a certain expensive gadget becos his friends have it.
His schoolmates are also very happy coming to my HDB home for stayovers and work on projects, etc. None of them appeared snobbish.
As for donations, it is on a volunteer basis. Once after chinese new year (the money collected will use to fund needy schoolmates for yearly overseas trip starting in secondary 2), the other sometime midyr.
Happy deciding! :))))
Also, the truth is the top IPs also have a higher percentage of parents of better backgrounds nowadays :nailbite: Expensive tuition requires deep pockets :evil: Majority of the rich kids do not brag but any casual/innocent comment by them on travelling or possessions may be misconstrued by the less rich as bragging. -
kwcllf:
SJI would start Year 5 IB in 2013 so by the time your DS goes to JC 1 / Year 5, there would be 4 cohorts of graduating students ahead of him.
You can read about the program in their school website. Recently, it was reportrd in the papers that they won some art-science competition. I think you can also read it in the website.Malsy9:
Hi does anyone have any information on SJI Ip
Program . DS not sure if he should take up program considering they are just starting IP this year . Anyone have any information would appreciate a lot . My son dream school is ACSI but reasons same as above not sure if he should go there .
Likewise they will start Year 3 IP in 2014 so your DS would benefit from the experience of their seniors.
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leeven:
Something about the green pants school openly solicts gifts from parents for its teachers which is also discuss in the other forum:
Kiasumeme, list the questions like below and answer yourself and ask your DS to answer which will lead u to what u want . This I have done my side which made me decide green pants and not white pants.kiasumeme:
I'm not sure if it is appropriate to place this query here but do really appreciate to hear some opinion. \"What would be your choice between SJI-IB vs HCI? SJI has projected a very convincing image that it is a school of character whilst the latter is a highly sought after, reputable institution with good track records.\"
1. Interest in Mother Tongue.
2. Do you want him to mingle with multi culture people or get taste of the tradition more.
3. CCA's and other clubs the school has that might interest your child and how high the chance to get what he wants to.
4. Your's child capacity and style of learning.
5. Relaxed phase / Non relaxed phase of learning.
6. IB is for about the Critical thinking & Management Skills and A-Level route dont have (unless the school has seperate pgms for these and your DS gets chance to participate)
7. Are you after branded name.
8. How much ure DS will have chance to participate in pgrms they have in the school , this is more important. school might have many things but if your DS didnt get chance then what is the point joing the school
http://www.kiasuparents.com/kiasu/forum/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=40023 -
BeContented:
Understand your concern but really, if u and your son like the program and the school environment feels good, go ahead with it.breezy:
[quote=\"BeContented\"]Most of all, being amongst the rich would mean DS has to be very strong in his character, must be able to withstand the temptation, possible taunting (intentional/unintentional) from his peers etc. He will need to learn and I will need to manage his 'why others have, I can't :stompfeet:
To begin with, every sch (esp independent schools), have rich kids. It doesnt mean that rich kids would flaunt their wealth in schools.
It is a misconception that ACSI is flooded with such boys. The truth is that
10% of the boys are on Financial Assistance Scheme. My son goes to ACSI
and he is in sec 3 IP now. He was from a neighbourhood primary school and
we stay in HDB flat. Never once, did i hear him complain about his friend (may it be politician's or president's grandson, CEO's son...blabla) appearing
proud or felt pressured to own a certain expensive gadget becos his friends have it.
His schoolmates are also very happy coming to my HDB home for stayovers
and work on projects, etc. None of them appeared snobbish.
As for donations, it is on a volunteer basis. Once after chinese new year (the money collected will use to fund needy schoolmates for yearly overseas trip starting in secondary 2), the other sometime midyr.
Happy deciding! :))))
I also know not all are rich, but perhaps the ratio might be on the higher side hence this perception (plus people like us think think think then dare not go ACSI ....end up only rich ones went ahead to join :rotflmao: ) Anyway, it's all speculation
As for flaunting their wealth, guess I did mention that some are unintentional and sometimes, it's ourselves who gets sensitive/envious/jealous/upset cos cannot afford .... :oops: But I just wanted to highlight this aspect cos' it can get sticky if the child gets 'affected'. My DS is ok, but DD is one such gal who would whine over such
things....took a lot of effort to explain and discipline :frustrated: So must really depend on the child.
Anyway, thanks for sharing. Was hoping to read more.....positive or negative. At least can make informed decision. Glad your child found good friends and happy there......will make many of us more assured[/quote]
My nephew is in ACSI now and he is doing very well there. According to him, all his classmates stay in HDB flats except for two, one stays in a condo and the other in landed property. There aren't any 'Richie Rich' issues among the classmates and they learn and play with one another like good brothers. They even piggy back one another at times during their fun times.
ACSI has all along been branded with having the 'Richie Rich' boy mentality which I think is a misconception. With Singaporeans getting more and more affluent, even the average household can provide reasonably well for their kids and they are not lacking in their 'wants' except the few minority. So students should in no way feel inferior and be intimidated when faced with
their richer counterparts. What's important is our kids learn the importance of self-awareness, being able to feel good and proud of who they are and what they can be. They should learn to be resilient, adaptable and relate well to people from all walks of life and background, managing them with good EQ.
ACSI is a great school which has done very good jobs on character building in their students. I must say the school has produced many 'an officer and a gentleman' students all these years. -
Thank you parents .
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Fresco:
:goodpost:
ACSI has all along been branded with having the 'Richie Rich' boy mentality which I think is a misconception. With Singaporeans getting more and more affluent, even the average household can provide reasonably well for their kids and they are not lacking in their 'wants' except the few minority. So students should in no way feel inferior and be intimidated when faced with
their richer counterparts. What's important is our kids learn the importance of self-awareness, being able to feel good and proud of who they are and what they can be. They should learn to be resilient, adaptable and relate well to people from all walks of life and background, managing them with good EQ.
ACSI is a great school which has done very good jobs on character building in their students. I must say the school has produced many 'an officer and a gentleman' students all these years.
Maybe some may have confused ACSI with ACS International :? I believe the latter may have higher proportion of Richie Rich - alamak siam :siam:
ACSI boys are in general very eloquent, confident and not shy or awkward types. The AC education is holistic with kids less comparing or measuring each other by marks only. Sports and CCA are huge there so will mould a boy into a more rounded person. All ACSI boys have to take 2 CCAs including one uniformed group, except for certain exempted boys. -
[quote=\"Snow Crystal\"] The AC education is holistic with kids less comparing or measuring each other by marks only. Sports and CCA are huge there so will mould a boy into a more rounded person. [quote]
:goodpost:
This is absolutely true. As a parent, i am glad that the boys are not overly competitive over marks. My son was highly introverted. Still is, but much less today....I am thankful that for the 3 yrs in the school, he is consistently challenged and encouraged to break out of his shell, be it through curriculum based presentations, competitions or CCAs. -
Rv’s an awesome sch, my dd is in RV and she is currently doing very well
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