1. Sec 4&5 Principal-Meets-Parents Session
9 March 2018

2. Scope Meridian Journey Educational Progression Pathways
Home-School Partnership
Managing Stress & Distractions

3. CT JL CL Meridian Journey CCE LLP EAP/MAP Overseas LJs
Experiential Learning
NYAA
VIA
ALP (DT)
CCA (LEAPS)
Various School Events
Bite-size learning & assessment
Authentic Learning
Various Awards (School and National)

4. Educational Progression Pathways

5. JCs / Centralised Institute
Educational Progression Pathways
– O Level Students
Polytechnics
3 years
Diploma
Universities
3-4 years
Degree
JCs / Centralised Institute
2-3 years
GCE A-levels
ITE
2 years
Nitec/ Higher Nitec
Arts Institutions (NAFA / LASALLE)
3 years
Diploma

6. Eligibility: ELMAB3 < 11; Grade 3 or better for EL & MA
Educational Progression Pathways
– Normal Academic Students
Poly Foundation Programme (PFP):
This is a 1-year programme for students who are academically strong and are suited for a polytechnic curriculum.
Practice-oriented curriculum, to better prepare for entry into the relevant Polytechnic Diploma courses.
This is an alternative to the Sec 5 year. PFP students are given provisional places in diploma programmes, subject to them passing all modules in the one-year PFP.
Offered by all five Polytechnics. More than 80% of Polytechnic Diploma courses will be offered under the PFP.
Eligibility: ELMAB3 < 11; Grade 3 or better for EL & MA

7. Eligibility: ELMAB3 ≤ 19 points; Grade 4 or better for EL & MA
Educational Progression Pathways
– Normal Academic Students
ITE Direct Entry Scheme to Polytechnic Programme (DPP):
Suitable for students whose learning styles are more application- based and hands-on.
Direct progression from a Higher Nitec course to a related Diploma course in one of the polytechnics.
Assured of a place in a Polytechnic Diploma course after completion of the Higher Nitec course, subject to meeting the Qualifying Grade Point Average (GPA) for DPP students.
Eligibility: ELMAB3 ≤ 19 points; Grade 4 or better for EL & MA

8. Educational Progression Pathways – Normal Academic Students
Advantage of choosing DPP over Sec 5NA
Direct entry to Higher Nitec, which is otherwise only available for O- level holders.
Students assured of 1st or 2nd year place in related poly.

9. Educational Progression Pathways – Normal Technical Students
2014 GCE ‘N’ Level Results
Educational Progression Pathways
– Normal Technical Students
Application to ITE Nitec
ITE Full Time 2-Yr Nitec.
ITE Full Time 3-Yr Nitec with Enhanced Nitec Foundation Programme.
ITE Industry-Based 1- to 2-Yr Nitec Traineeship Programme.
Lateral Transfer to 4NA
Grade A for EL & Math; Grade B for one other subject

10. Home-School Partnership
Continue to support school programmes and events as this is part of holistic development of students. They include Post-exams activities, CCA, VIA, etc.
Get subsumed in your child’s life. This include, knowing what goes on in the school, study habits, getting sufficient sleep, time management, etc.
Keep communication channels with teachers open. This is useful to triangulate information.
Provide the best possible learning environment at home.
Find a good balance between being firm and provide space.

11. Managing Stress & Distractions
Help your child set a schedule and have specific goals that are achievable and realistic.
Avoid procrastination. Putting off assignments or responsibilities until the last minute can create more mental and physical stress. 
Encourage your child to exercise regularly. Physical activity can help you burn off the energy generated by stress.
Ensure your child practices good sleep habits. Sleep deprivation can cause many physical and mental problems and can increase stress.
Find the cause of distractions:
Restrict the usage of TV, mobile phones and other gadgets.
Prioritise activities.