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Partnering with Parents. In WPS 2012, our Education Minister defined the 4 Key Attributes of a Student-Centric, Values-Driven Education:. Every School, a Good School. Every Teacher, a Caring Educator Every Student, an Engaged learner. Every Parent, a Supportive Partner.
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In WPS 2012,our Education Minister defined the 4 Key Attributes of a Student-Centric, Values-Driven Education: Every School, a Good School Every Teacher, a Caring Educator Every Student, an Engaged learner Every Parent, a Supportive Partner
Clarity (Valuable Partnership) Why do the school and parents need to work together? What can we achieve together? How can we work together? Some examples/ suggestions: 1. Students spend equal amount time in school and at home- Actively communicate with each other if there is any issue and concerns 2. “Seek first to understand then to be understood”
Commitment (Valuing Partnership) What is the active role that I can play as a parent in this partnership? How much time and effort am I willing/ can I devote myself to this partnership? Some examples/ suggestions: Most important role: Actively involved in the holistic development of your child Reinforce values taught in CCE lessons at home Reinforce the values taught in SE lessons (content available in web portal) Be involved with our PSG and make a proactive contribution
Complementary (Mutually-Benefiting Relationships) How can the school and parents complement each other in the nurturing of our children? What complementary and proactive roles can I play in this partnership? Some examples/ Suggestions Support the CCE and VIA programmes beyond the classrooms (Camps, fund raising or community projects) Support the School’s focus on 3As (Attention, Attendance and Achievement)
CCE Vision 2014: A leader with R.I.S.E values who dares to serve.
Aim of CCE • to inculcate values and build competencies in our students to develop them into good individuals and useful citizens.
Platforms for CCE infusion • Whole-school (BIG ‘C’) • Class-based programmes (small ‘c’)
Achieving 8 Learning Outcomes 21st Century Competencies : CGC ICS CIT QTSS SCHOOL VISION A Premier School of Choice, Nurturing a Leader in Every Learner. SCHOOL MISSION To nurture every learner to become a leader with desirable values, actively contributing to the community, prepared for future challenges. CORE VALUES Resilience We have the determination to persevere and prevail in the face of challenges. Integrity We have the courage to stand for what is right. Service We have the responsibility to serve our community, demonstrating respect and empathy. Excellence We will strive for the best in all that we do. OUR PHILOSOPHY WE BELIEVEin the unique worth of the individual, the enhancement of his well-being and the symbiotic relation between him and society. Confident Person Self - Directed Learner Professional development Skillful, Transformational, Reflective Whole-school Discipline VIA Head IP Leadership LLP CCA Class-based CE, NE, ECG, CW, SE Vision Purpose Clarity, Learning Outcomes Level NASP Philosophy exPerience Experiential Learning Mission Values Heart Hand Pupil Positive TSR Partnership PSG, SAC, Alumni, Community Active Contributor Concerned Citizen
Communication to Parents • School magazine • SMS/Emails • Absenteeism • PSG workshop invitations • School Website www.queenstownsec.edu.sg • Meet-the-Parents session • Once a year (level) • Collection of report books (all)
How can you be involved? BIG ‘C’ events - Opportunities for parent-child bonding Commemorative days • Racial Harmony Day (RHD) • National Day VIA projects • RedhillClose needy elderly – Communal lunch • Cross country event – Fund raising event
How can you be involved? Small ‘c’ • ECG Career sharing • Talk to them about learning in CCE lessons • CE, SE, CW, NE
In short... It takes a village to raise a child. Every School, a Good School Every Parent, a Supportive Partner