1. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit SEC 4NT PARENTS SEMINAR 20 February 2016

2. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit Agenda 1. Introduction 2. Achieving academic excellence a) GCE ‘N’ Level results 2015 b) Post-secondary options c) MF programmes d) Tips for parents 3. Meeting with form teachers

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4. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit Trend data 2015201420132012 4NT GCE N Level Mean EMB2 = 9 9.610.1Nil 4NT GCE N Level Mean EMB1 = 7 7.9 8.29.0

5. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit 2015 N Level Subjects with Improved Performance (Sch vs Nat) – N(T) 2015 Subject School GradesNational Grades A to D (%) BASIC ML100.098.7 BASIC CL100.096.1 D & T100.091.9 EBS100.088.3 ART100.086.5 CPA94.689.2 EL89.282.9 MATH81.870.6

6. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit 2015 N Level Subjects with Improved Performance IN DISTINCTION (Sch vs Nat) – N(T) 2015 Subject School GradesNational Grades A (%) D & T75.023.1 BASIC ML55.629.1 BASIC CL50.029.6 EBS46.220.7 CPA45.927.5 ART20.011.3 MATH18.98.5

7. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit What are the various Post-Secondary School options available?

8. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit General Overview Students may wish to enter the Working World at any point on this Education Map ITE’s Technical Diploma Nitec Higher Nitec Polytechnic Diploma GCE N(T)-Levels GCE N(A)-Levels

9. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit 9 The Straits Times, 26 Feb 2015 ITE, poly grads get a chance to learn, earn and work New initiative to match them with companies also offers a $5,000 bonus

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11. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit Consider the 3‘P’s when selecting a course of study P ersonal Characteristics 1.How does the course of study play up to your strengths, interests, learning styles and passion? 2.Will the course you have selected help you to achieve your career aspirations? 3.Which type of learning environment (eg. applied learning) will be more suited for your learning style, strengths? Be open to explore the many pathways available

12. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit P racticalities 1.What are the academic and non-academic entry requirements of the school/course you are applying for? 2.Does your aggregate score meet the minimum entry requirement for your desired course? P rogression Opportunities 1.What will your qualification allow you to do after graduation? 2.What further education opportunities are available? 3.What is the industry outlook for the course of your choice? Consider the 3‘P’s when selecting a course of study

13. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit Institute of Technical Education (ITE)

14. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit Institute of Technical Education (ITE) Preparing you for a fulfilling career Numerous partnerships with key industry players Courses that meet economic demands

15. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit Institute of Technical Education (ITE) For students with an aptitude for hands- on learning National ITE Certification ( Nitec ) Higher National ITE Certification ( Higher Nitec )

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17. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit Admission to ITE Refer to ITE Admission Booklet for detailed information. Tip for students: Look out for additional course requirements, eg. Interviews to be held in Dec for shortlisted applicants.

18. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit Note that there are certain courses in ITE require Science and/or Mathematics at the N-levels

19. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit Four categories of NITEC (National ITE Certificate) courses 19 Business and Services Nitec Cat A Technical Nitec Cat S Technical Nitec Cat B Technical Nitec Pass in EL Sci Pass in MA or Sci Sci Pass MA and Sci Complete NT course Sci ( Sci background knowledge needed) Pass 2 other subjects Pass 1 other subject Examples: Beauty Therapy Service Skills (Office) Service Skills (Retail) Service Skills (Tourism) Community Care and Social Services F&B Operations Hair Services Pastry and Baking Fitness Training Examples: Aerospace Technology Electrical Technology Multi-media Technology Electronics (Computer and Networking) Electronics (Instrumentation) Electronics (Mobile Devices) Space Design ICT Interactive Media Design Examples: Applied Science Chemical Process Technology (Biologics) CPT (Pharmaceuticals) CPT (Petrochemicals) CPT (Process Instrumentation) *Nursing requires pass in EL, MA and Sc Examples: Automotive Technology Facility Technology Mechatronics Security Technology Digital Animation ITE Courses overview

20. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit Course titleMinimum Entry Requirement Applied Food Science3 GCE N level passes in Math, Science and one other subject Chemical Process technology3 GCE N level passes in Math, Science and one other subject NursingGCE N level passes in EL, Math, Science and one other subject Aerospace Machining Technology Electronics Info- communications Technology Interactive media Design Mechatronics Medical manufacturing technology GCE N level passes in Math, Science and two other subjects Entry Requirement for Nitec Courses

21. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit Course titleMinimum Entry Requirement Aerospace Avionics Aerospace technology Digital Audio & video production Electrical technology Multimedia technology Space Design Visual Effects 3 GCE N level passes in Math and two other subjects. Asian Culinary arts Community care and social services Fitness training Food and beverages operation Hair services Pastry and baking 3 GCE N level passes in EL and two other subjects. Entry Requirement for Nitec Courses

22. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit Course titleMinimum Entry Requirement Automotive technology Digital animation Facility technology Laser and tooling technology Machine technology Mechatronics Security Technology Product Design Completed GCE N level Beauty Therapy Service Skills (office) Service skills (Retail) Service skills ( Tourism ) 3 GCE N level passes in EL and two other subjects Entry Requirement for Nitec Courses

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24. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit Different Minimum Requirements: PASS English + 2 Other Subjects PASS English + Mathematics + Science PASS Mathematics + 2 Other Subjects PASS Mathematics or Science + 2 Other Subjects Complete N Levels Cut-off Points: Varies from course to course and can range from 4 (e.g. Score A’s for all 4 subjects required) up to 18

25. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit Cut-Off Points Aggregate points for Nitec courses are calculated based on the best 4 GCE 'N' Level subjects (including pre-requisites and bonus points). Selected courses will require applicants to attend an admission interview, medical examination or drawing test.

26. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit Student A Subject Grades English LanguageA (1) MathematicsU (6) CPAB (2) Mother TongueC (3) ArtU (6)

27. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit Student B SubjectGrades English LanguageU (6) MathematicsU(6) CPAA (1) Chinese LanguageB(2) ScienceA (1) What is this student’s aggregate score?

28. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit Student C SubjectGrades English LanguageB (2) MathematicsA(1) CPAA (1) Chinese LanguageB(2) ScienceA (1) Name one course this child can do?

29. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit General overview: e-NFP 2

30. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit Institute of Technical Education (ITE) Some factors for consideration... All Higher Nitec courses have prerequisites, e.g. selected Nitec. Please find out more if you wish to pursue specific Higher Nitec courses.

31. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit For more information, log on to ecareers.sg

32. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit Available Resources Education and Career Guidance (ECG) Portal Provides information about Polytechnics and ITE insight into a variety of occupations and their entry level requirements www.ecareers.sg Post Secondary School Education Booklet Provides information about a range of education institutions. Financial information and an overview of the possible education pathways is also provided. http://www.moe.gov.sg/educat ion/post-secondary/files/post- secondary-brochure.pdf Extended Nitec Foundation Program (E-NFP) for N(T) students Provides information about Extended Nitec Foundation Programme http://www.moe.gov.sg/media /press/2013/03/helping-every- student-succeed.php

33. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit 2015 GCE N Level Examination

34. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit Academic targets EMB28 points English, Math, 2 other subjects (Include Science for wider options) Minimum B for 4 subjects

35. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit Academic targets ELMath A (Minimum B) A (Minimum B )

36. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit Other requirements CCAInterview skills Aim to score a distinction Develop your ability to communicat e in English well

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38. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit Important dates DateActivity 15 AprilArt coursework submission 13 MayEBS coursework submission 1 JulyD & T coursework submission JulyEL and MT oral examinations start 13-21 SeptStart of written papers (1) 3 Oct – 11 OctStart of written papers (11)

39. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit Gearing up TermKey Programmes Two Camp Challenge I Complete the teaching of syllabus CCA stand-down by end April Supplementary programme for Sec 4 students Preliminary Examination 1 (3 May – 12 May) June Camp Challenge II

40. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit Gearing up TermKey Programmes Three Remedial / Supplementary lessons Afternoon consultations Night Study Preliminary Examination 2 (15 Aug – 26 Aug) Sept N Level written papers Four Remedial / Supplementary lessons Afternoon consultations Night Study Mock examinations Graduation ceremony 30 Sep

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43. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit Tips for parents Preparation for N-level examinations Regular attendance in school Regular attendance at remedial or supplementary programmes Physical well-being Adequate rest Peak performance and alertness at the right time Nutrition and supplements

44. C2HAMPS Parents Guide

45. C2HAMPS Mobile Apps Search for C2HAMPS on Apple’s App Store or Google Play iOS App https://itunes.apple.com/sg/app/c2hamps/id103153 6075?mt=8 Android App https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net. elchemi.c2hamps&hl=en

46. Configure the app When the app is first launched after being installed, you may be prompted if you wish to receive notifications. Please select OK to allow the app to receive notifications from the school. You will first need to search for your child’s school. Type in the first few letters of your school name and tap on the search button on your on-screen keyboard Select your school name from the list of results. This will save your school name in the app’s settings.

47. Logging On Type in your user ID and password which is provided by the school and tap on the “Login” button Userid is with a ‘P’ appended in front of your child’s birth cert/NRIC no. i.e. ‘PTXXXXXXXA’ Default password is ‘Passw0rd’. You will be prompted to change your password at the 1 st log-on Subsequently, if you had forgotten your password, your can do a self-reset and the new password will be sent to your email account Note: if you had chosen the wrong school in the previous step, you can tap on the “Cancel” button to go back and re-select your school

48. Menu To access a module within C2HAMPS, simply tap on the name of the module you wish to access.

49. View Notifications When the school sends a message to you, you will receive a notification on your device. As the notification message may not be displayed in full, you would need to log on to the app to view the full message Tap on the message in the message list to view the whole message Envelope icon indicates new unread message Tap close to close the message box Tap delete to remove the message from your list of messages

50. CCA Attendance You can view your child’s CCA attendance records for the year If your child is in more than 1 CCA, you can choose which CCA attendance records to view List of CCAs Only shown if your child is taking more than 1 CCA Tap on CCA name to view attendance records Tap to go back to select another CCA CCA Attendance Summary

51. My Child’s Calendar You can view your child’s school schedule including school events, homework information and CCA schedules Switch the view of the calendar Tap on down arrow to expand and choose calendars Tap on event item to view pop up of event details

52. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit Hard work, hard work and more hard work!

53. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit What does it mean to work hard? Time Focus Resourcefulness Use of feedback Persistence Commitment

54. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit Effective Effort Time: A willingness to spend the hours needed to finish the job well Focus: Concentrating only on the work, no hand phone, no computer game, no TV or other distractions. Resourcefulness: Knowing where to go and whom to ask for help when I am really stuck.

55. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit Effective Effort Use of Feedback: Looking carefully at responses to my work so I know exactly what to fix Commitment: Being determined to finish and do my very best work Persistence: If one strategy isn’t working, trying different ones until I find one that works.

56. Mighty in Thought & Deed A Zest for Life, A Curious Mind & A Generous Spirit “Important achievements require a clear focus, all out effort, and a bottomless trunk full of strategies. Plus allies in learning.”

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