DSA 2011

[Funx3]

Mum1113:

TREX8:

Holidays finally over and packed kids off to school. Now got time to post DD's SOTA Talent Academy for Theatre Studies on 14 March.


Session was from 8 am to 3.15pm. Students were split according to art form that they audition for - hence my account applies only for those applying for Theatre Arts. However, I should think the topics for writing (which is compulsory regardless of which Art Form your child is auditioning for) should be the same and there might be some overlap for interview questions.

Following the welcome address by the Principal, students headed off to different venue depending on which art form they are auditioning for. For Theatre Studies, students were split into 3 groups (about 10 plus students per group). They started off with ice breaking activities and some other activities led by a teacher. There were 2 observers in the room - one from the Academic side, and the other from Theatre Studies.

After lunch break, some students proceed to do their monologue cum interview while others headed off to take the writing test.

DD did the monologue first. She said she was led into a room with 3 persons - 2 were the same observers from the group activity and the third person is a new face, probably from Theatre Arts.

After doing her monologue, DD was asked to read aloud a passage. Then she was asked questions like \"Why SOTA?\", \"Why Theatre Arts?\" and \"Recount a memorable incident.\"

Then she proceeded to do her writing test. They were given 3 topics to choose from. She wasn't too clear about the exact wordings but roughly \"What are the qualities of an artistic person?\", \"Are hobbies important? Why?\". She simply couldn't remember the last topic.

Session ended at 3.15pm and when I picked her up, she told me that she has enjoyed herself tremendously and felt rather good about her monologue and interview.

So, one down for us. Next on agenda - open house on 21 May.

congrats TREX8 and of course your DD...one hurdle down ... :celebrate:

Thanks for sharing, and ALL the Best to Your dd for her DSA in SOTA ....
From Her Tone of Voice, Looks Like she Clinthed a Spot Already ....
:celebrate: :celebrate:

[krtc.031345marineparade]

To all parents who are planning for DSA for their children,


We are sharing some tips on DSA in our blog below:

http://krtc-marineparade.blogspot.com/2011/03/direct-school-admission-preparing-your.html

All the best as you embark on this journey with your child.

[TREX8]

Funx3:

Mum1113:

congrats TREX8 and of course your DD...one hurdle down ... :celebrate:

Thanks for sharing, and ALL the Best to Your dd for her DSA in SOTA ....
From Her Tone of Voice, Looks Like she Clinthed a Spot Already ....
:celebrate: :celebrate:

Tks for the positive words Brenda10, Mum1113 and Funx3. DD enjoyed herself as I think there is no pressure on her as most kids who auditioned for Theatre Studies are more or less on the same footing - that is, no prior training or grading (unlike music, visual arts and dance).

It was also not all smooth going for her - she said that she didn't get to complete reading the passage given to her. The panel asked her to stop halfway. So DD said it is either they have heard enough to decide that SOTA wants her, or they have heard enough to decide that she is not suitable for SOTA.

[jtoh]

TREX8:

Funx3:

[quote=\"Mum1113\"]congrats TREX8 and of course your DD...one hurdle down ... :celebrate:

Thanks for sharing, and ALL the Best to Your dd for her DSA in SOTA ....
From Her Tone of Voice, Looks Like she Clinthed a Spot Already ....
:celebrate: :celebrate:

Tks for the positive words Brenda10, Mum1113 and Funx3. DD enjoyed herself as I think there is no pressure on her as most kids who auditioned for Theatre Studies are more or less on the same footing - that is, no prior training or grading (unlike music, visual arts and dance).

It was also not all smooth going for her - she said that she didn't get to complete reading the passage given to her. The panel asked her to stop halfway. So DD said it is either they have heard enough to decide that SOTA wants her, or they have heard enough to decide that she is not suitable for SOTA.[/quote]50-50 chance because no way of knowing right? Good luck to your dd!

[carmen21]

Thank you for sharing. My DD is very shy and quiet. I’m very worried that she may not look confident and well spoken during the audition for dance in June.

[TREX8]

carmen21:

Thank you for sharing. My DD is very shy and quiet. I'm very worried that she may not look confident and well spoken during the audition for dance in June.

Before going for her TA, I brainstormed with DD some of the possible questions that might be asked during the interview. Then I asked her to think about how she would answer these questions. She typed out the questions and her answers and we went through together. I gave some suggestions and we rehearsed abit. Maybe you would like to try with your DD at home prior to her TA.

During the TA, kids would be nervous and it would be challenging for them to think of responses to questions on the spot and some may be tongue-tied. Since your DD is the shy type, maybe you would want to role-play the interview session at home? Try to rope in other family members and/or friends to form the panel.

I also asked her to think of how she would introduce herself to the panel.

[phankao]

NJC Junior High Tours: 13-15 April 2011


http://www.njc.edu.sg/index.php?option=events&task=article&id=142

NJC Junior High School Tours
Date: 13th Apr 11 to 15th Apr 11
Venue: \tNational Junior College \t
Proud to be: The Next Generation

Tour Schedule*
(Applies to 13, 14 and 15 April 2011)

School Tour Session 1 (3pm to 5pm)
School Tour Session 2 (4pm to 6pm)

Please sign for the tour by 04 April 2011, (Monday), 5pm. http://www.njc.edu.sg/index.php?option=events&task=article&id=142

[superann]

phankao:

NJC Junior High Tours: 13-15 April 2011


http://www.njc.edu.sg/index.php?option=events&task=article&id=142

NJC Junior High School Tours
Date: 13th Apr 11 to 15th Apr 11
Venue: \tNational Junior College \t
Proud to be: The Next Generation

Thanks phankao for the information. The tours are all in the weekdays, not sure DS has time or not.

[phankao]

superann:

phankao:

NJC Junior High Tours: 13-15 April 2011


http://www.njc.edu.sg/index.php?option=events&task=article&id=142

NJC Junior High School Tours
Date: 13th Apr 11 to 15th Apr 11
Venue: \tNational Junior College \t
Proud to be: The Next Generation

Thanks phankao for the information. The tours are all in the weekdays, not sure DS has time or not.

There are 3 days and a few time slots to choose from. We brought our ds1 last time. He wanted to go to the school from there!

[Mum1113]

phankao:

superann:

[quote=\"phankao\"]NJC Junior High Tours: 13-15 April 2011


http://www.njc.edu.sg/index.php?option=events&task=article&id=142

NJC Junior High School Tours
Date: 13th Apr 11 to 15th Apr 11
Venue: \tNational Junior College \t
Proud to be: The Next Generation

Thanks phankao for the information. The tours are all in the weekdays, not sure DS has time or not.

There are 3 days and a few time slots to choose from. We brought our ds1 last time. He wanted to go to the school from there![/quote]Meaning he got inspired and wanted to go that sch very much after the visit, then he really worked hard and go in there ....
Another classic case of sch visits and getting inspiration to work hard in getting in ...