dunnoleh:

Jennifer:

[quote=\"csc\"]It is a really wonderful book but at his age, I don't think he is able to appreciate the underlying message . What a waste! :lol:

That's the reason why I asked if The Animal Farm is suitable for 14 y.o. Wld the kids take it just as a fiction story or understand its implications/relate it to our present society makeup?

When my boy was in P6, the sch made HOLES a compulsory reading material. To him, it was a boring book.

never mind if they miss the underlying message now.
the true meanings may surface 30/40/50 years later in life.
I may have memorised the 三字经 at 6, and still find new meanings in it now. [/quote]I think they will understand the underlying message to a certain extent. I enjoyed Animal Farm in Sec2, and still remember it till today. Our kids are smarter than we think they are. But in today's world, Communism is no longer a threat like it used to be. So the relevance of the book has been simmered down for that reason.

Another text I enjoyed was \"Things Fall Apart\". Some schools still use it today. That may be still relevant because it talks about changing cultures and values in society - a challenge that our children face.

Jennifer:

dunnoleh:

[quote=\"csc\"]yeah...and next year, the JH2s are doing Animal Farm...

lovely, sure beats doing Shakespeare(yucks!).

I had not read The Animal Farm. Watched a movie though. Is it suitable for 14 y.o?

I wld prefer one of our local writers named Catherine xxx (cant remember her surname).[/quote]I did animal farm in Sec 2 and Shakespeare in Sec 3/4. I enjoyed them but never imagined that my DS would still be studying the same book many years later.

Dear parents/students,


My son will be starting Sec 1 next year. For Language Arts, could anyone share what "Text Books" or "materials" were used this year for the subject? Thanks in advance.

For NJC, is Language Arts a big jump from Primary 6? Do the Sec 1 students cope well or do they struggle? My son is more inclined to Maths and Science.

Thanks.

My DD will be in P4 next year.


We have been sending her for Science Enrichment at Science Buddies for some years now. She is in Band 1 for Science.

Recently, we found out that Mind Stretcher offers Science tuition, and they claim to be more rigorous for Exams Preparation. They give mind map summary of each topic, etc.

It is hard to know if it is better because we have yet to experience it. I am considering a change over to Mind Stretcher.

Does anyone know which of the two offers more rigorous program. Or does anyone sends your child to Mind Stretcher. What is your assessment?

Thank you very much!

Heartlander

INNOVATE:

Congratulations to all successful applicants.


With so many supportive parents and enthusiastic kids, it boils well for the future of NJC.

Do you realize that NJC thread has the highest number of pages at 160+. The second highest school does not even come close? Would it be fair to say that the parents are more involved, the students are more enthusiastic, and there are lots of interest? Or are there any other reasons for it?

Strparent:

DS also got CO from NJC today. Gratz to all those who received.


...would appreciate if someone can give their OWN opinion which is better , DHS or NJC ? this is not a poll, just would want to hear other views, as I am contemplating which of these to be chosen above the other.

Thank you. :love: :?:

Heartlander, I am also keen for DS to be in NCC, but both DHS and NJC don't have it :oops:

Both schools are different.
1) Location could be a factor (Easterners prefer DHS)
2) DHS is more chinese in culture & emphasis, NJC is more multicultural & Singaporean
3) I heard from 2 sources that DHS is still struggling with JC education (its not easy for a Sec school to do JC)
4) I had the same concern if NJC would be able to handle the lower Sec students (Sec 1 was started in 2009). Seem s like there's no problem from all the feedback I am getting. Maybe easier for JC to do lower Sec.

Just Mama:

:celebrate:


Congrats to all!!!

It seems like everyone who tried dsa at NJC is successful ... ?

Btw, what is DS?

I heard that 170 went for the 2nd phase, and 100 were successful. So it's a high chance for all those in 2nd phase.

PowerPuff Mum:

Heartlander:

[quote=\"PowerPuff Mum\"]

I really like the boarding facility and I am all for the compulsory boarding cos that is definitely a great opportunity for our \"precious little ones\" to learn abt independence and self reliance. My DS is a scout and goes to camping regularly but he comes home after a week at most..it was just fun fun fun...it'll be different with boarding for 1.5 mths at a time.

Powerpuff mum, when you say your DS is a scout, do you mean that this offered as a CCA in NJC? or was this in primary school?

No, he's a scout in primary school. I am also a little concerned that NJC don't hv uniform groups. I understand that its new and all that but uniform groups are good for developing lifeskills.

My son is still in P6 and has applied for NJC DSA. Awaiting results right now.[/quote]Powerpuff mum, now that our DSs have received CO, how about engaging with the school to request for uniform groups, or check if they intend to start some? I will send an email. I believe that with 3 years of Sec 1 enrolments, we should be seeing a better critical mass of Junior High students.

triplediao:

So far, according to your posts, I'm the only girl who got CO. But hey, CO! Uh-huh, Oh yeah, Oh yeah. :imcool:


Congratz to all those with CO too
Hope to see ya' at NJC.

Well Triplediao, congratulations!! Will see you at NJC.

PaPa3:

PowerPuff Mum:

[quote=\"Heartlander\"]
Congrats!! My son got the CO too. The wait is finally over.

Looks like all the boys are in! There must have bn a conscious effort to take in more boys!

Agree.. My DS got CO too[/quote]Yes, my DS had a classmate - a boy who got the CO too.