Students to take NAPFA test in alternate years from 2014

Reply to Students to take NAPFA test in alternate years from 2014 on Mon, 18 Apr 2016 07:03:54 GMT

Ikid — Mon, 18 Apr 2016 07:03:54 GMT

http://i65.tinypic.com/5o89w7.jpg\"> [quote]All Primary 4 and 6, Secondary 2, 4 and 5, and JC 2, Pre-U 3 and Year 6 IP students in the Integrated Programme who do not have medical conditions that impede their participation in PE and NAPFA are required to take the NAPFA test.[/quote]
Students doing Napfa in the 'critical' years to ensure the students have stamina for the 'critical' exams?

What will happen if the girls can't pass the Napfa test?

Students' PE lessons are so short, how to be fit to take Napfa tests.

If your children are taking Napfa, ensure they keep themselves hydrated in this hot season.
It will be nice if Napfa test can be done in 3rd quarter of the year when the weather is usually not so hot.

Reply to Students to take NAPFA test in alternate years from 2014 on Tue, 12 Nov 2013 07:00:49 GMT

RRMummy — Tue, 12 Nov 2013 07:00:49 GMT

:imanisland:

BTW, hi AB!

Long time no chat! Hope all is well.

Reply to Students to take NAPFA test in alternate years from 2014 on Mon, 11 Nov 2013 08:56:26 GMT

RRMummy — Mon, 11 Nov 2013 08:56:26 GMT

autumnbronze:
Jetsetter,

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Thanks for the entertainment ..... :love:

:hi5: AB!!!!

Jetsetter, u are really \"joker of the day\"!!!

And it keeps getting better!

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Reply to Students to take NAPFA test in alternate years from 2014 on Mon, 11 Nov 2013 08:20:26 GMT

autumnbronze — Mon, 11 Nov 2013 08:20:26 GMT

Jetsetter,

You are such a riot!

Your posts here made me :rotflmao: :rotflmao:

Thanks for the entertainment ..... :love:

Reply to Students to take NAPFA test in alternate years from 2014 on Mon, 11 Nov 2013 08:02:41 GMT

Funz — Mon, 11 Nov 2013 08:02:41 GMT

I think a lot of what is suggested is already being done in DD’s school. They get to try out a new sport each term and at the end of the term there was an interclass game. This year they did softball and basketball and I think there was rhythmic gymnastics as well. Not sure what else but I think it was track & field as dd was talking about throwing a javelin and doing high jump.

Most pr sch kids are not sedentary by nature. Given a chance you will see most of them dashing here and there. At recess time, wolfing down their food as quickly as they can so that they can go and play catch with their friends. If not forced to walk at a normal pace, they will be running everywhere.

Anyone remember what we do when we reach our schools last time. Were we made to sit in the assembly area to read or were we allowed to play? I remember all the hopscotch, skipping, dog and bone games that we play, even badminton and gymnastics.

Reply to Students to take NAPFA test in alternate years from 2014 on Mon, 11 Nov 2013 07:22:21 GMT

jedamum — Mon, 11 Nov 2013 07:22:21 GMT

Introducing Holistic Assessment for Physical Education in Schools

http://www.schoolbag.sg/archives/2013/11/introducing_holistic_assessmen.php

Friday, November 8, 2013
Holistic Assessment for PE

A Holistic Assessment will support the Physical Education (PE) Syllabus 2014, which encourages a lifelong pursuit of an active and healthy lifestyle.

From 2016, students will be receiving more feedback on their physical fitness, based on a new Holistic Assessment, which will be implemented in 2016, to support the Physical Education (PE) Syllabus 2014.

The new PE syllabus focuses on laying a foundation for a lifelong pursuit of a physically active and healthy lifestyle. Acquiring fundamental movement skills will be the focus in primary school, while secondary school students will develop skills in at least six physical activities and sports.
Providing Useful Feedback in School

The new PE assessment method will include:

Participation level in PE lessons
Attainment in a range of physical activities
Values and attitudes demonstrated
National Physical Fitness Award (NAPFA)
Body Mass Index (BMI)
Self-directed physical activities with family and friends

From 2014, students will take the NAPFA test on alternate years instead of annually, starting from Primary 4 (i.e. Primary 4 and 6, Secondary 2 and 4/5, and at JC2/MI 3). This change will free up more curriculum time for sports and games, to encourage an active and healthy lifestyle that can be sustained after schooling years.

Holistic Assessment for PE

Primary Schools will focus on helping students acquire fundamental movement skills, which will help to minimise chances of injury.

\"Prolonged sitting is now the new smoking,\" said Mr Michael Chia, Professor of Paediatric Exercise Physiology at the National Institute of Education.

\"In today's context, there is compelling evidence from many international studies, including those of Singapore, to show that young people and adults are increasingly sedentary,\" said Professor Chia, who explained that while one cigarette shortens your lifespan by 12 minutes, prolonged sitting shortens it by 11 minutes.

The new assessment method will enable schools to provide parents with useful feedback. Students will be assessed on their attainment levels in various sports and games, which cannot be measured by a fitness test. For example, in basketball, teachers will observe students' ability to pass and receive a ball, as well as their ability to run into space, or even create space. The excitement and motivation to win a game also pushes students to run a little faster or jump a little higher.

Holistic Assessment for PE

Professor Michael Chia, Professor of Paediatric Exercise Physiology at the National Institute of Education, has been working with the Ministry of Education to develop a Holistic Assessment that will provide meaningful feedback to parents and students.

Teachers will also observe if the student is actively participating or reluctant, whether the student is resilient or gives up easily and how the student works with others during a game.

\"It can be an eye-opener because we all have different personas in different settings,\" said Professor Chia.

To encourage an active lifestyle beyond lesson times, students will also give a one-line report on any physical activities that they do outside of school with their families and friends.

\"When they hear the rest of their peers doing the same thing, it sets them thinking about doing the same,\" said the Principal of Yio Chu Kang Primary School, Mrs Teo Whye Choo.

At Yio Chu Kang Primary School, students learn sports such as volleyball, badminton, handball and many others. A \"Let's Play\" corner was also set up to let students borrow sports equipment outside of PE lesson time.
Changing Habits at Home

Research shows that multi-agency efforts are required for behavioural change. This means involving not just the schools, but families and other social support groups.

Holistic Assessment for PE

Students will learn more sports and games, which can be played together with family and friends.

\"My family usually goes out for jogs and cycling,\" said Muhammad Aqil Dany, a Primary 4 student.

Students' fitness and health will be more sustainable when families participate together, but this also means making an effort to change our routines. Perhaps when planning for family holidays, parents can include a bit of trekking or camping, which students learn during the Outdoor Education component of the new syllabus. Or if planning for a family barbecue, include activities like cycling or a game of frisbee!

Parent Support Groups could also organise physical activities that encourage bonding, such as football.

Professor Chia also shared that exercising metabolises stress, rendering it less harmful, and fitness also increases one's attention span. By changing the way PE is conducted and assessed, students will be given a more holistic education to support them in living a fit and healthy lifestyle in the years ahead.

Reply to Students to take NAPFA test in alternate years from 2014 on Fri, 08 Nov 2013 07:39:46 GMT

SAHM_TAN — Fri, 08 Nov 2013 07:39:46 GMT

jetsetter:
SAHM_TAN:
A neighbourhood school that I know has international dance as CCA.

International dance consider as exercise too right ?

I think neighbourhood schools also have chance for glam glam oral report

thought key objective is to let them do sports with family (friends are secondary)...

The parents may take part in dancing becos of the oral report. Wouldn't it be even powerful? Think about it, kid's oral report, My CCA is International Dance. I experienced the benefits of dancing and find that it's a wonderful form of exercising. I persuaded my parents and sister to join me. We signed up for a course in the CC. My family love it. Now we dance on wkends. International dance is a perfect blend of art and exercise. The music motivate us to dance the whole day. We are fit and cultured now.

Initiative taken by the kids, sure earn extra pts

Reply to Students to take NAPFA test in alternate years from 2014 on Fri, 08 Nov 2013 07:30:51 GMT

jetsetter — Fri, 08 Nov 2013 07:30:51 GMT

SAHM_TAN:
A neighbourhood school that I know has international dance as CCA.

International dance consider as exercise too right ?

I think neighbourhood schools also have chance for glam glam oral report

thought key objective is to let them do sports with family (friends are secondary)...

Reply to Students to take NAPFA test in alternate years from 2014 on Fri, 08 Nov 2013 07:29:20 GMT

SAHM_TAN — Fri, 08 Nov 2013 07:29:20 GMT

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Reply to Students to take NAPFA test in alternate years from 2014 on Fri, 08 Nov 2013 07:26:11 GMT

jetsetter — Fri, 08 Nov 2013 07:26:11 GMT

Or imagine this...

2014 Registration Opens for:

\"How to Deliver a Winning Oral Report for PE\"

Scope: application of bombastic kinesthetic verbs related to sports/physical activities, special jargon commonly used by sportsmen in various sports, flowery emotive adjectives to describe your experience doing sports with your family and friends.

Instructor: Former sports commentator with over 10 years of experience in sports journalism with an established media in the UK. Also holds a public speaking skills qualification.

Course Fees: $330 per term

Sign up this elective course with your core module (Intermediate Swimming) at our Bao Kar Liao Sports Academy by 31 Dec 2013 to enjoy an attractive 30% discount.

OR a new generation of team-building training providers for kids (like Adam Khoo type) could be formed:

\"2013 Teambuilding Holiday Program for Kids\"

\"Working in teams is not just about the competition; it’s also about encouragement, sharing, learning and having fun.

A team will teach you to be part of a group. It will challenge you. With newly developed skills and confidence, you may even develop into a mentor and help others discover their full potential.

Here at Sportszania Learning Lab (SLL), we know that working together helps to yield best results. It helps you to discover abilities that you didn’t know you had.

That’s why we are here to offer you Singapore's best outdoor training opportunity any student can ever imagine!

Be a good Sport, not an Outcast.

Be part of our Winning Team. Sign up with us today!

Course Fees: $800 (2 day residential camp at Pulau Ubin OBS venue)\"

:siam:

Oops, OT...I need coffee!!

Reply to Students to take NAPFA test in alternate years from 2014 on Fri, 08 Nov 2013 07:19:14 GMT

SAHM_TAN — Fri, 08 Nov 2013 07:19:14 GMT

ngl2010:
Why must have Oral? I don't see anything wrong with the current NAPFA. Why changed it?

Be thankful they don't ask for written report.

Reply to Students to take NAPFA test in alternate years from 2014 on Fri, 08 Nov 2013 07:08:09 GMT

ngl2010 — Fri, 08 Nov 2013 07:08:09 GMT

Why must have Oral? I don’t see anything wrong with the current NAPFA. Why changed it?

Reply to Students to take NAPFA test in alternate years from 2014 on Fri, 08 Nov 2013 06:59:33 GMT

SAHM_TAN — Fri, 08 Nov 2013 06:59:33 GMT

A neighbourhood school that I know has international dance as CCA.

International dance consider as exercise too right ?

I think neighbourhood schools also have chance for glam glam oral report

Reply to Students to take NAPFA test in alternate years from 2014 on Fri, 08 Nov 2013 06:58:01 GMT

SAHM_TAN — Fri, 08 Nov 2013 06:58:01 GMT

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Reply to Students to take NAPFA test in alternate years from 2014 on Fri, 08 Nov 2013 06:36:08 GMT

jetsetter — Fri, 08 Nov 2013 06:36:08 GMT

Imagine this…

Oral Report by Student in "Elite School":

"Last month, before the term started, my mum and dad took me and my bro to the Swiss Alps to ski. They engaged a coach who was French to teach us how to balance on my new skis…It was such a breathtaking experience to take that chair lift to the top of the snow-capped mountain!! Please have a look at how I skied with my mom and dad in this YouTube video" (Plays video on iPad)

Or

"I am currently learning golf at my dad’s SICC golf course with my mom. My coach is an American with PGA. I learnt putting last weekend, but I’m still not so good at it. My mom picked up much faster and she’s been very encouraging…"

Oral Report by Student in "SAP School":

"I had a enriching time learning gongfu from the famous Master XX from Wong Fei Hong Pugilistic School last Sunday with my younger bro. The Master just taught me Yong Chun martial art and here’s how you throw your punches. Martial Art is good for our body and health. In China, many young students…yada yada…"

Oral Report by Student in "Neighbourhood School":
…

Reply to Students to take NAPFA test in alternate years from 2014 on Fri, 08 Nov 2013 06:34:51 GMT

SAHM_TAN — Fri, 08 Nov 2013 06:34:51 GMT

sushi88:
SAHM_TAN:
Is there a need to care so much?

What our gvt wants our children to be like does not necc mean we as parents have to groom them as such.

I agree obesity is bad and that's abt it. How we achieve healthy lifestyle is very much up to us.

The swimming thing is becos my dd1 has been pestering me for it. If not I will not even consider, even with the new initiative.
How old is your dd1?

\"Swimming is part of the PE programme.\" - written in moe PE curriculum.

Part of holistic education includes fitness and survival, the govt is not trying to groom athletes, only trying to bring up a healthy nation who understands the importance of keeping fit.

Details can be found here: http://www.moe.gov.sg/education/syllabuses/aesthetics-health-and-moral-education/files/physical-education.pdf

Yup I know the school has it and I know why too. She will eventually participate the school swimming activities.

The swimming that I mentioned is the pte lessons that she wants.

I'm not bothered by the oral presentation and the values and attitude part, which will be assessed. Up to a certain point, I'm not bothered by the whys. As to holistic education, I don't see how it can be holistic when PSLE is very different fr what MOE is trying to achieve. Yes, I do know about DSA but I have my reservations abt that too. I know it's very nice to try to cultivate well-rounded kids but why can't just let kids be who they are? Not talking abt bad habits, bad values etc.

I had something on my mind too when I wrote abt not necc following how the gvt wish us to groom our kids. It was not totally becos of the NAPFA news.

Reply to Students to take NAPFA test in alternate years from 2014 on Fri, 08 Nov 2013 06:29:44 GMT

Sun_2010 — Fri, 08 Nov 2013 06:29:44 GMT

jetsetter:

OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE! :rahrah: :rahrah:

clay569:
Confirm get A!

clay569, jetsetter Err.. it means hyper active
I wish the school would up the play time so he can be a little less active at home. I have actually dared to ask the school this year if he can sign up for a 3rd CCA. Let me see what is the response :xedfingers:

Reply to Students to take NAPFA test in alternate years from 2014 on Fri, 08 Nov 2013 06:25:37 GMT

clay569 — Fri, 08 Nov 2013 06:25:37 GMT

Coolkidsrock2:
If I remember correctly, swimming is conducted off-site (unless the school has its own pool) and outside of school hours. As my kids are already having their own swimming lessons, we opted out.

DD's school has it within Sch hours and Sch arranged for bus service to send and bring them back.

But imagine if the child has art on the same day. Gotta bring school bag, art bag, swim bag, water bottle and file...

Reply to Students to take NAPFA test in alternate years from 2014 on Fri, 08 Nov 2013 06:24:00 GMT

jetsetter — Fri, 08 Nov 2013 06:24:00 GMT

Sun_2010:
DS's report would be

Classes
=1 hr swimming lesson , 1 hr play in pool
= 1.5 hrs Basketball class
Outdoor
=2-3 hrs playing basket ball, soccer, just dribbling, running around the playground with neighbourhood boys or just by myself or pester mom to join .
=2-4 km walk twice a week (part running, part fighting with sis and talking non stop the rest of the time) :faint:
=Play throw ball/badminton with family about once a week.
=Play during recess, and every time I get to stay back in school like for CCA/MO ( 5 min stuff food and then play)

At home
1.Always climb/jump over sofas ( there is \"lava\" on the floor)
2.Why walk when I can run?
3. Jumping/ somersaulting/kicking on bed as a part of vanquishing all the bad guys.
4.While at study table with mom make sure there is a task that needs to be attended to every 5 mins ( like drink water, visit the loo, wash hand, throw something in the furthest dustbin and remember always shoot it from 4 feet away, if miss try try try again till you succeed)
5.Play with pencil, have eraser fight/spin, drop them on the flood a hundred times and pick them up.
Rate of Activities 4&5 are inversely proportional to mom's temper. Stop just before she reaches :mad: point.
Activities 1,2,&3 are reduced temporarily when downstairs neighbour :rant: .

OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE! :rahrah: :rahrah:

Reply to Students to take NAPFA test in alternate years from 2014 on Fri, 08 Nov 2013 06:21:22 GMT

clay569 — Fri, 08 Nov 2013 06:21:22 GMT

Sun_2010:
DS's report would be

Classes
=1 hr swimming lesson , 1 hr play in pool
= 1.5 hrs Basketball class
Outdoor
=2-3 hrs playing basket ball, soccer, just dribbling, running around the playground with neighbourhood boys or just by myself or pester mom to join .
=2-4 km walk twice a week (part running, part fighting with sis and talking non stop the rest of the time) :faint:
=Play throw ball/badminton with family about once a week.
=Play during recess, and every time I get to stay back in school like for CCA/MO ( 5 min stuff food and then play)

At home
1.Always climb/jump over sofas ( there is \"lava\" on the floor)
2.Why walk when I can run?
3. Jumping/ somersaulting/kicking on bed as a part of vanquishing all the bad guys.
4.While at study table with mom make sure there is a task that needs to be attended to every 5 mins ( like drink water, visit the loo, wash hand, throw something in the furthest dustbin and remember always shoot it from 4 feet away, if miss try try try again till you succeed)
5.Play with pencil, have eraser fight/spin, drop them on the flood a hundred times and pick them up.
Rate of Activities 4&5 are inversely proportional to mom's temper. Stop just before she reaches :mad: point.
Activities 1,2,&3 are reduced temporarily when downstairs neighbour :rant: .

Confirm get A!

Reply to Students to take NAPFA test in alternate years from 2014 on Fri, 08 Nov 2013 06:19:42 GMT

jetsetter — Fri, 08 Nov 2013 06:19:42 GMT

jedamum:
Jetsetter,

You speak my mind.
Son is clumsy in sports.
When in games requiring team members to be sufficiently 'skilled', it is no wonder he gets to be reserved most times or second choice.
Napfa is different. It is a challenge to oneself. He puts in daily trainig on sit ups to hit his target when he realised he fell short. His friends cheered him on during 1.6km run despite they themselves giving up the run and were walkig and it is hearteng to know of such.
I was one of those who went stadium to train for 2.4km, didn't enjoy group games and constantly reminded that my body mass index is not ideal. Now that my son, similar to me, needs to be subject to such assessment reminding him that he is too thin.

Fortunately, NAPFA, teacher's appraisal (\"description of your kid's participation\") and student's oral report won't be factored in in PSLE, O Levels or A Levels...

Reply to Students to take NAPFA test in alternate years from 2014 on Fri, 08 Nov 2013 06:19:11 GMT

SAHM_TAN — Fri, 08 Nov 2013 06:19:11 GMT

Coolkidsrock2:
SAHM_TAN:
[quote=\"Nebbermind\"]
if kid is from branded school, he will be sent to neighbourhood school! :siam:
If fr neighbourhood school, where will the child be sent to?

My kids are in neighbourhood schools ==> No downside impact?? ==> Not an issue. ==> Not a problem. ==> No worries. :rahrah: :rahrah:[/quote]Dd1 also in neighbourhood school, so think no worries too.

Reply to Students to take NAPFA test in alternate years from 2014 on Fri, 08 Nov 2013 06:18:54 GMT

clay569 — Fri, 08 Nov 2013 06:18:54 GMT

Funz:
clay569:
\"In the last area, students will give an oral report to teachers what physical activities they have been taking part in with family and friends - in hope of getting them to take ownership of their own physical fitness\"

Hmmm.. Last time when we were students, parents were hardly involved in our studies. Most parents now have to. And soon parents also have to be involved in PE.... What's next? :skeptical:
This will be my kids' report.

Before this need for us to give an oral report, I get at least 2-3hours of outdoor activities each day. Roller blading, swimming, playing soccer, shooting hoops, cycling, etc. But now that we have to give a report, my mummy tell us we need to prepare for the report. We need to think about what we want to say, then we need to write it out, then we need to memorise and after that we need to practise presenting. So in the end, we find that we have no more time of outdoor activities.

:razz:

Hehehe...precisely! Kids are placed against too many gauges...unnecessary IMO