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Let Your Light Shine Before Others
IJ Mission
The mission of an Infant Jesus Convent is the creation of a Christ-centred school community where all work together for the promotion of truth,
justice, freedom and love, with special reference to the needs of persons who
are disadvantaged in any way.
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Women of Integrity with the Passion toPursue Excellence
Curriculum leaders & reflective practitioners
A nurturing & collegial environment
Partners in learning
Strong and cohesive leaders
All pupils possess talents & will experience success
Engaged & Empowered Learners
Effective Leaders Eloquent indiv with strong Ethics
Moral Character
Values-driven
Performance Character
Value-adding
LIFELIFE44
Engaged & EmpoweredLearners
Effective Leaders
Eloquent Individuals
with strong Ethics
FREEDOMLOVE
• God-Fearing
• Maximising Potential
• Gracious & Healthy Lifestyle
INTEGRITY• Truth• Justice
Sec 1 Registration 23 Dec 2010
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Love1) I love God by remembering to love
unconditionally.2) I love my country by singing the
national anthem, saying the pledge and respecting racial and religious differences.
3) I love my school by upholding the school’s image, taking care of school’s property and keeping it clean and obeying school rules
4) I love my teachers by paying attention in class and handing in work on time
5) I love my parents by honouring them in word and deed.
6) I love my friends by showing them care and concern, accepting them for who they are and praying for all (including those I do not like)
7) I love myself by keeping myself fit and healthy, not doing anything that will hurt myself and dressing sensibly so as to prevent unwanted attention
Integrity1) I will do the right
thing even if I may have to suffer the consequences or be unpopular among friends
2) I will admit my mistakes and not push the blame to others
3) I will have the moral courage to speak up when I see that something is wrong
4) I will not check my phone or eat in class even when no one is watching
5) I will complete my homework on my own and hand it in punctually
Freedom1) I will not take
advantage of the freedom given to me by my parents or teachers
2) I have the right to ask others to maintain our school values and image.
3) I will exercise my freedom of choice wisely and take responsibility for any consequences
4) My friends have the freedom to air their opinions and I will respect their points of view.
5) I have the freedom to ask my teachers appropriate questions or to voice my doubts in class
Unpacking.. by students for studentsby students for students
Sec 1 PTM 18 Jan 2008Sec 1 Registration 23 Dec 2010
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Quality Relationships between Teachers and Girls
Our Caring Teachers
Period of Transition
• Orientation week & camp
• Ease the girls’ transition
4 subjects to 8 subjects
Reduce examinable subjects
2 FTs, 2 FTSC, 1 PTSC & 1 AED/LBS
Parents as Partners
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Our Beliefs
Our ExpectationsWom
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We Believe in our Girls• We believe our girls have
potential and talents• We want our girls to
experience success• We want our girls to be
values-driven, to have the mindset of excellence
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• Develop articulate and confident pupils who are women of integrity
• Ability-driven and talent-development approach, grounded in values
• Creation of opportunities for pupils to pursue excellence and experience success
• Data-driven culture
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• Differentiation in curriculum & instruction – way of thinking, beliefs and attitudes
• Teachers are curriculum leaders and reflective practitioners (lesson study / action research)
• Quality of teacher-pupil, teacher-teacher relationships is key
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Love Integrity Freedom LIFE4 !
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Team Work in Action!
Bonding Time
Love Integrity Freedom LIFE4 !
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The Sengkang Trail
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Performance@Campfire
Overcoming Obstacles through
teamwork!
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2012 GCE ‘O’ Level Examination Results
All Pupils Possess Talents and will Experience Success
Women of Integrity with the Passion to Pursue Excellence
AsAs8 or 8 or
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No. of No. of girlsgirls 22 99 2727 57*57*20
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* Includes 1 from Sec5NA* Includes 1 from Sec5NA
Year 2012201
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*L1B5Sec 4
Express15.5 16.4 17.5 18.2
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* L1B5 : EL & best 5 subjects, the lower the aggregate the better
Year 2012201
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NA21.4 23.1 23.5 22.7
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Our Girls Have Excelled
* L1B4 : EL & best 4 subjects, the lower the aggregate the better
Eligibility for JCs / Polytechnics20
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4Exp 81.9% (78.4)
97.9%(97.9)
5NA 19.2%(11.3)
76.7%(61.3)
SubjectDistinction (%)
SJC National
English 33.2 23.6
Literature(E) 58.8 43.3
Chinese 48.8 31.4
Tamil 52.6 35.4
Higher Tamil 62.5 35.0
Higher Hindi 80.0 54.6
4 Express: Subjects that performed better than 4 Express: Subjects that performed better than National DistinctionsNational Distinctions
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A Math 57.6 52.8
Math 62.2 57.8
Biology 60.9 47.6
Science (P/C) 47.5 34.5
Science (B/C) 56.3 30.9
Art 26.7 16.6
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4 Express: Subjects that performed better than 4 Express: Subjects that performed better than National DistinctionsNational Distinctions
SubjectDistinction (%)
2012 2011
English 33.2 28.9
Higher Chinese 33.3 22.7
Higher Tamil 62.5 11.1
Chinese 53.7 33.3
Tamil 59.3 56.5
Literature(E) 58.8 48.5
CH(SS+G) 27.6 27.3
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A Math 57.6 42.5
Math 62.2 47.4
Biology 60.9 50.0
Chemistry 36.1 25.7
Physics 42.3 11.8
Art 25.0 21.7
Hindi 80.0 25.0
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English 8.3 2.1
Literature(E) 35.6 12.6
Math 18.1 13.7
Chinese 13.9 13.0
Science (P/C) 23.1 18.1
Science (B/C) 23.8 13.1
Tamil 66.7 17.7
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English 8.3 5.2
Math 18.3 7.8
Chinese 17.4 5.9
Malay 33.3 0.0
Tamil 27.3 0.0
Literature(E) 33.3 12.5
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SubjectDistinction (%)
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Science (C/B) 25.0 0.0
Science (P/C) 23.1 11.7
Art 50.0 0.0
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English Language and Literature
Focus for Sec 1s and 2s: to build a strong foundation in grammar and oracy skills
Alignment of NA to Express curriculum to stretch our NA pupils
Use of UbD to design lessons to develop communication skills suitable for today’s world
Use of ICT to develop 21st Century Skills Exposure to critical & inventive thinking during
lessons through discussions of current affairs & social issues
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Humanities
New subjects for Sec 1
• Focus: Engagement of students in the learning of Humanities & helping them gain confidence in the subjects
• Strategy: Use of research projects, ICT tools and fieldtrips, which help to promote SDL and
CoL (C2015)
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Humanities Customisation of Humanities syllabi to meet students’ needs by:
• Streamlining and cascading of History & Geography syllabi and skills to lower sec
• Rationale:
- better alignment to upper sec syllabi
- better prepare students for GCE ‘N’/ ‘O’
- use of UbD to redesign curriculum
- exposure to field work & inquiry-based
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Mother Tongue Languages
• New curriculum with emphasis on – Listening & Oral skills presentation– Critical & inventive thinking skills
• Use of ICT – Use of Facebook to assess oracy
skills(Sec 1)– Use of iMTL platform to support learning
• Refine Baseline Resources
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Mathematics Curriculum
New syllabus effective 2013 Applications & Modelling allow students to
connect mathematics that they have learnt to the real world, enhance understanding of key mathematical concepts & methods
Alignment of topics & giving emphasis to Algebra, especially during tests & exams
Enhanced Baseline Resource Packages with DI approach
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Mathematics Use of ICT
E-learning platform that encourages independent learning
Online learning packages & assessment modules for students to learn at their own pace, 24/7
Multi-disciplinary Project Work (MPW) in collaboration with Art & D&T self-directed learners with critical & inventive thinking skills
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Lower Sec Specialised Science Purpose Subject Specialisation according to teacher’s strengths Strengthening the links between
Lower Sec & Upper Sec Demands of GCE O Level Exam
Stretching the potential & imagination of pupils
Broad Schedule Chemistry (4 periods per week):
Throughout both years Physics (5 periods per week):
Sec 1 Semester 1, Sec 2 Semester 2 Biology (5 periods per week):
Sec 1 Semester 2, Sec 2 Semester 1
Slightly more lesson hours for Chem as pupils have the least exposure
to Chem in Pri Schs.
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Science: Curriculum Principles
How Girls Learn Science Enthusiasm
Positive emotions to excite girls’ interest Participation & Collaboration
Girls learn Science better when they can play an active role in lesson actives, and communicate their thoughts with their peers.
Clarity & Structure Guidance from the teacher on how concepts unfold (UbD)
Enhanced design of notes & worksheets
Building from research findings &
improvements in results
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Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) for Project Work
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Design & Technology Home Economics
Sec 1: Design & Tech Sec 2: Home Econs
Syllabus completed in 1 year
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Design & Technology
Semester 1: Focus on Technical Skills
CT1 : Coursework (Handphone Holder) CT2: Topical Tests & Assignments SA1 : Coursework (Steady Hand) No SA1 Written Mid Year Exam
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Design & Technology
Semester 2: Focus on Design Process
CT3: SCAMPER & Google Sketchup CT4: MPW SA2: Design Folio & Coursework (Mobile Toy)
No SA2 Written Year End Exam
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Strong Correlation between Artistic Endeavour and Cognitive Abilities
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Sec 1 Aesthetics Programme
Semester 1: Weekly Dance and Music lessonsWeekly Dance and Music lessons
AssessmentAssessment: :
a)a) Basic music literacy and Introduction to Jazz DanceBasic music literacy and Introduction to Jazz Dance
b)b) Journal reflections Journal reflections
Semester 2: Weekly Communication Skills lessons Weekly Communication Skills lessons anchored in current affairs discussions anchored in current affairs discussions
Assessment:Assessment:
a) Presenting and writing speechesa) Presenting and writing speeches
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Character & Citizenship Education Character & Citizenship Education
A structured and progressive customised curriculum based on
Needs Analysis & the focus on strengthening pupil-teacher
relationships
1. 360˚ feedback – Self, Peer, Parent, Teachers2. Values in Action (VIA)3. Values Education (CME, RE, CHOICES)4. National Education5. Sexuality Education6. Leadership 7. Career Guidance8. Financial Literacy9. Cyberwellness W
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Continual Assessment (CA)
Semestral Assessment (SA)
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CA & SA Schedule: in Students’ Planner
Assessment Type Level Time Frame
Common Test 1 Written Tests Sec 1–4/5 Term 1 Wk 8
Common Test 2 Portfolio Assessment Sec 1–3 Term 1 Wk 3 to Term 2 Wk 3
Semestral Assessment 1
Written Tests/Orals/ Practical
Sec 1–4/5 Term 2 Wk 6-8
Common Test 3 Written Tests Sec 1–3 Term 3 Wk 6-7
Common Test 4 Portfolio Assessment Sec 1–3 Term 2 Wk 4 to Term 3 Wk 7
GCE ‘N’ Prelim Examinations
Prelim Examinations Sec 4NT/4NA Term 3 Wk 5-7
GCE ‘O’ Prelim Examinations
Prelim Examinations (include Practical)
Sec 4Exp– Sec 5NA
Term 3 Wk 5-8
Semestral Assessment 2
Written Tests/Orals/ Practical
Sec 1–3 Term 4 Wk 2-4
CT2 & 4 - Portfolio Assessments
Topical Tests Open book Tests E-Quiz Oral Presentations Journal Writing (e.g. in English) Problem Solving (e.g. in Math & Physics) Research Assignments Project Works (MPW for Sec 1&2; MT)
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WEIGHTING FOR CA & SA
Course
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2
TOTALCA1SA1
CA2SA2
CT1 + CT2 CT3 + CT4
Express 15 % 25 % 15 % 45 % 100 %
N(A) 15 % 25 % 15 % 45 % 100 %
N(T) 20 % 20 % 25 % 35 % 100 %
Absence During Tests & Exams
Call up the school & inform Form Teacher (FT) Submit the Medical Certificate (MC) to the FT upon her return to school
Note: For absence without Medical Certificate, a ‘Zero’ (0) will be given for the papers missed (as is the practice for national exams)
There will be no makeup for the papers missed
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S1 Express: Pass in EL & Pass % in the ave for all subjects
S1 Normal Academic: Pass in EL & 2 other subjects OR Pass in 4 subjects
S1 Normal Technical: Pass in 2 subjects one of which must be EL or Math
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Grade Equivalence“O” Level “N” Level
A1, A2, B3 1
B4, C5, C6 2
D7, E8 3
F9 4
Equivalence between N & O Levels
LATERAL TRANSFERS
1 N(T) 1 N(A)
1 Exp 1 N(A)
> 70% in the average for all subjects
& deemed able to cope
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We have a Wide Range of CCAs
Our Areas of Focus for CCAStude
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STUDENT LEADERSHIP
Social Emotional Learning
[SEL]
Values In
Action•6 – 7 hrs of volunteer service within CCA per year
Core CCA Programmes•Talent & skills development
•Enrichment Programme•Sch representation •Camps & overseas learning journeys
Developing competencies of
Activities
Co-Curricular Activity
Each student must participate in one CCA
CCA attendance must be regular (at least 75%)
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CCA Grading LEAPS
- Leadership Enrichment Achievement
Participation Service
Marks accumulated over 4/5 yrs but CCA attendance of 75% must be maintained every year
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CCA Choices Online Application
• From 25 Jan to 2 Feb 2013
• 6 choices
• Can apply using computers in the school library
• Details & instructions given through students after CCA Experience
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School Rules & Expectations
• To develop disciplined behavior
• Details are in Students’ Planner
• Appreciate parents’ support– tattoos are not allowed– dyed/ tinted hair is not allowed– Handphones can only be used after school &
in designated areas– Latecomers need to serve detention
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Road Safety & Security
• Road Safety– Parents are to drop their children outside the
school after the school gate and girls walk along the zebra pathway
– Parents may drop children within the school in the event of rain
– Speed limit within school premise is 15 km
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Parents to drop off their girls after the school gate, near the overhead bridge
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Girls to walk along the zebra pathway to the school foyer.
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Let your light shine before others
The gift of the candle