Primary 427 January 20167.30am to 9.00am

• Vision: Hearts of Service * Minds of Inquiry * Joy in Learning * Confidence in Life• Mission: Together we bring out the best in every child for a better nation.• Motto: Standing Tall Achieving Results• School Core Values:• Loyalty * Honesty * Compassion * Diligence * Excellence * Unity * Resilience * Self-

Discipline

Objectives

1. Strengthen home-school partnership

2. Enhance parent &teacher interaction

3. Inform about school/class practices & expectations

Agenda

• Introduction

• Holistic School Experience@LHPS

• School & Class Matters

• Announcements

• Q&A

1987

Became a

government

school

2016

Celebrating

our 70th

Anniversary

History of Lianhua

Hearts of Service

Minds of Inquiry

Joy in Learning

Confidence in Life

Our School Vision

Together we bring out the best

in every child

for a better nation

Our School Mission

Honesty Loyalty Compassion Diligence

Excellence Unity Resilience

Our School Values

Self-Discipline

Values “I Will” Statements

Honesty Resilience Loyalty Self-discipline

I am truthful to self and to others.

I am not afraid to fail and learn from

my mistakes.

I contribute actively to the community.

I do the right thing at the right time.

I accept responsibility for my own actions.

I strive to overcome my challenges.

I recite the pledge, sing the National

anthem and school song with pride.

I make responsible decisions.

I am sincere in my dealings with

others.

I stay strong and endure through difficult times.

I uphold my school’s name with

my behaviour.

I will be a rolemodel to my

classmates and schoolmates.

Statements for all 8 school values

are found in the student diary

Being Pupil-Focused

PhysicalEngaged in

Sport Activities

Lead a Healthy Lifestyle

IntellectualEnjoy

Learning

Think critically and creatively

Social-moral & EmotionalGrounded in

Values

Empowered to Lead

Love Singapore

AestheticsImmersed in

the Arts

Appreciate the Arts

Holistic School Experience @ LHPS

Social-Moral& Emotional

Student Leadership Framework

Character and Citizenship Education (CCE)

Form Teacher Guidance Period (FTGP)

CCE Lessons

(4 languages)

National Education & Social Studies

Values-in-Action (VIA)

Key Domain of Social Emotional Skills

Description

Self-Awareness • My feelings• Knowing myself

Self-Management • Managing my emotional state• My learning

Social Awareness • Appreciating diversity• Relating to others

Interaction time with Form &

Co-Form Teachers to build quality

Teacher-Student Relationships

Form Teacher Guidance Period

• Contributing to the school• Maintaining harmonious

relationships with peers• Caring for things around us• Respecting others• Responsible decision-making• My responsibilities

Character & Citizenship Education Lessons

National Education & Social Studies

National Education Social Studies

Commemorative Events- Total Defence Day- International Friendship Day- Racial Harmony Day- National Day

Cluster of Study

Inquiry Focus

Valuing Our Past

How is life in Singapore today shaped by what happened in the past

• Develop socially responsible citizens who contribute meaningfully to the community

• Approach:

• Recent involvement: – Festive Giving (Chinese New Year, Hari Raya & Deepavali)– Environment Education Week

Know the Values

Understand the Values

Apply the Values

Internalize the Values

Values in Action

Project Work : VEX IQ

• Interdisciplinary

English

Mathematics

Mother Tongue

• Robot

VEX IQ

Project Work : VEX IQ

• Skills / Values

Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

Communication

Computing and ICT Literacy

School/NE Values

Intellectual

STELLAR in Upper Primary

English Programmes• Reading Programme

– SURF (Silent Uninterrupted Reading for Fun)

– Decentralised Library Books

– Extra support provided for struggling learners

• Oracy Programme– Storytelling

– Speakers’ Corner

• Writing Programme– Writing process cycle

– Publication of good stories

– Writing Buddy on MC Online

Library Programme

NLB Library Membership Drive

Reading Interest Profile

Books to Go

Read, Swap & Share

School Activities Partnership with NLB

MathematicsContent / Mastery of Basic Concepts

• Place Values of Whole Numbers up to Ten Thousands

• Addition / Subtraction / Multiplication / Division Algorithms

• Factors and Multiples

• Mixed Numbers and Improper Fractions

• Addition and Subtraction of Fractions

• Place Values of Decimals

• Four Operations of Decimals

Numbers

• Reading time in 24-hour clock format

• Four Operations of Money

• Measuring Length / Mass / Volume in compound units

• Area and Perimeter of Squares / Rectangles

• Understanding concepts of Lines and Angles

• Understanding concepts of Symmetry

Measurement and Geometry

• Scale Reading

• Reading data from Tables, Bar Graphs and Line GraphsStatistics

• What do I KNOW?

• What do I WANT to KNOW?

• Choose a STRATEGY or ACTION and SOLVE.

• Does my answer MAKE SENSE?

• I DID IT!

MathematicsHi-Five! Problem-Solving Process

Mathematics

Learning by Doing

Learning by Interacting

Learning by Inquiry

To acquire conceptual understanding and make sense of one’s learning

Topics Taught in P4

Changes in SyllabusSignificant Change from 2008 to 2014 Syllabus:

Ministry of Education Website:

http://www.moe.gov.sg/education/syllabuses/sciences/files/science-primary-2014.pdf

Life Cycle of Some Animals

Science Process Skills

Observing, Comparing and

Classifying

Communicating

Inferring

Using apparatus and equipment

Science Exam FormatBooklet Running Revision

1/SemestralAssessment 1

Running Revision 2 Semestral Assessment 2

Total Marks 100 100 100

Booklet A (MCQ)

Marks: 56No. of qns (2m): 28

Marks: 44No. of qns (2m): 22

Marks: 56No. of qns (2m): 28

Booklet B (OE) Marks: 44No. of qns (2m, 3m,

4m, 5m): 13

Marks: 36No. of qns (2m, 3m,

4m, 5m): 12

Marks: 44No. of qns (2m, 3m,

4m, 5m): 13

Practical Test NA Marks: 20Paper: 1h 15 min

Practical Test: 30 min

NA

Duration 1h 30 min 1h 15 min 1h 45 min

Key Programmes

School-based Curriculum Innovation:

Light and Shadow

United We Learn (Peer-learning)

Indoor Hydroponics

Mother Tongue Languages Programmes

• Mother Tongue Fortnight

• Reading programme

• ICT platforms eg MC online (refer to school website for more ICT platforms and resources)

• Publication of pupils’ work

• We engage our students using various ICT tools.

• Every child has the opportunity to experience and learn ICT skills through various subjects in the following areas:

• Word processing

• Online tools

• Internet Research

• For example, students write collaboratively using ICT tools.

Use of ICT to Support Curriculum

• MCOnline (www.mconline.sg)

• Brainpop (www.brainpop.com)

• Provide pupils with opportunity for self-directed learning

Online Learning Portal

We focus on developing the pupil’s instinct to protect himself and empower him to take

responsibility for his own well-being in cyberspace.

Cyberwellness

• Students experience self-directed learning

• Lessons, assignments and tests will be assigned to students via the MCOnline portal.

• E-Learning Days are at various times of the year (to be confirmed nearer the date)

E-Learning Days@Lianhua

Physical

How to Raise A Healthy Child

Healthy Child

Safety First

Growth & Health

Good Health Habits

Active Lifestyle

Physical Development Programme

• Weekly PE Lessons (taught by qualified PE teachers)

• Inter-class Games (Term 2 & 4)

• Sports Meet (Term 2)

• P4 Outdoor Camp (3 days 2 nights, Term 3))

• Sports Education Programme (Term 2 & 4)

• NAPFA Test (Term 2)

• Sports Academy (Volleyball, Basketball, Fencing) CCA

Learning Areas Primary 3 & 4

Athletics PEDance PE

Games & Sports PE

Gymnastics PEOutdoor Education PEPhysical Health & Fitness

Health Ed(An Active & Healthy Me Book)

Physical Education Curriculum

AestheticsVisual Arts & Music

• Philosophy and belief• Plays an important role in our daily life

• Imparts values and evokes emotions

• Learn to reflect and express one’s uniqueness by

communicating their thoughts and emotions using

images and objects.

• Develop visual literacy which enables pupils to

observe and perceive the world with increased

awareness and aesthetic sensitivity

Visual Arts

S/n Themes Description

1. 2D Exploration Pupils will explore the various medium to create their 2-Dimensional artwork

1. 3D Create! Pupils will create 3-Dimensional artwork using the specific techniques and skills shared.

1. Creative Expression! Pupils will interpret the artworks and create their own artwork.

1. Reuse and Recreate! Pupils will explore creative ways to make artwork using recyclable materials.

1. Digital Art Pupils will express their art interpretations through the ICT App in 3-Dimensional artwork.

Level Primary 4

Skills Art Techniques - drawing, painting, moulding,renderingVisual Inquiry - visible Thinking Approach

Art Form 2-dimensional - drawing, painting, collage,digital media 3-dimensional - assemblage, ceramics

Art medium Oil pastels , colour pencils , acrylic paint

Research and Processing

Observe, record, compare Jotter book serves as documentation and reflection

Communication Express ideas visually and orally through presentation and group and pair discussions

Visual Arts Framework

Level Portfolio Assessment Rubrics

Primary 4 Project Portfolio Generalized Rubrics

Assessment

Music

Every student is able to appreciate,

create and perform music.

•Educate students in music knowledge

•Enable students to create original pieces

•Empower students to perform confidently

Key Curriculum Framework P1-6

Programmes

Mass singingAssembly

PerformancesShowtime!

SHOWTIME!

http://tiny.cc/showtimelianhua

School Matters

School Matters

Late Coming

• Absent during Semestral Assessment– There will be no make-up for exams missed– Student will take the paper when he/she returns to school– Marks will not be taken into consideration in the

computation of results, but feedback on the performance will be given.

• Considered absent when:– A medical certificate from a doctor is produced

Examination Matters

0 marks will be given when there is no MC

Overall Assessment Plan

Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4

RR1 SA1RR2

SC PracticalSA2

30% 70%

Subject-based Banding

• Takes place at the end of P4 and P5

• Allows students to learn at the level that is appropriate for their ability become more motivated and confident

• Based on the overall exam results, some possible combinations offered:

4 standard subjects 2 standard subjects (EL & MT) 2 foundation subjects (MA & SC)

4 standard subjects + 1 HMT 3 standard subjects (EL, MA & SC)1 foundation subjects (MT)

Subject-based Banding

• At the end of P4

– Schools will recommend the subject combination

– Parents have the option to accept the recommendation or choose a different one

• At the end of P5

– Students will take the subject combination given by the school

Homework Policy

• Purpose of homework

– Practise what is learnt

– Acquire knowledge prior to lesson

– Assess what students have learnt

• Considerations

– Time spent in school (Longer days, less homework)

– Public holidays (homework should be minimal)

– Level of difficulty ( difficulty, quantity)

Homework Policy• General guidelines:

P1 & P2 P3 & P4 P5 & P6

0.5 h to 1 h 1 h to 1.5 h 1.5 h to 2 h

Complete school homework first

Speak with your Form or Co-form Teachers

Speak with P4 Year Head Mr Matthew Chong

Speak with your Vice-Principals & Principal

Getting Help in School

Announcements

P1 to P6 slides are available on the school website at

www.lianhuapri.moe.edu.sg

Breakfast Chat with Principal

Level Date Time Register on MC Online

P1 & P2 6 April(Wed)

8.00am to 10.30am

23 Mar to 31 Mar

P3 & P4 30 Mar(Wed)

16 Mar to 24 Mar

P5 & P6 17 Feb(Wed)

3 Feb to 12 Feb

http://parents-in-education.moe.gov.sg/

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