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Secondary One Orientation and Back to School 2025

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Contributed by Trina Chang, Tan Gek Hoon, Sabrina Emil, Ong Shu Wen, Irene Lim, Neo Shu Mei Initiated On 10/17/2024 Completed On 1/10/2025 1.  What was the current need/gap that you were addressing? 1. House system: The need to provide a platform for school wide bonding amongst students so as to foster a sense of belonging, encourage team work and positive competition. 2. Direct purchase from Taobao: Maximise the budget that has been allocated for the above event. 2.  How had it been experimented and enacted? 1. House system: The houses were named according to school values and students from alternate classes were allocated to each house (e.g. students from X01, X05, X09 were in 1 house, those from X02, X06, X10 were in the 2nd house) and encouraged to work with one another through activities organised at class level, cohort level and school level towards a common goal -- rescue xiaozhang. 2. Direct purchase from Taobao: This year, we made our purchase for the cohort...

Install Auto Motion Light Sensor at all staff toilets for classroom block, science block & handicapped.

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Contributed by Andy Ang, Thng Chye Hock 1.  What was the current need/gap that you were addressing? As we know. currently the staff toilets at classroom block, science block and handicapped, the on / off switch is operated using manual, the situation now is when users turn on the toilet light switch, but somehow never turn off after out of the toilet. The infrastructure and security will try to turn off the light if we see it, especially after work or during the night when security is doing patrol. 2.  How had it been experimented and enacted? The perfect ideally is to Install auto motion light sensor at all staff toilets, we seek the help from supplier and meet them to discuss what type of light sensor to be implement , the supplier sourcing the light sensor model and we do the test for the toilet , we let the sensor to operated a few day , along the way we also try adjusted the motion sensitivity and also the timing to cut off after user out of the toilet. The plan is work a...

Student Support Form (SSForm)

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Department/Committee/Team: Student Support Team (School Counsellors) Leader(s): Grace Cheah, Gan Su Ren, Teo Pei Tze Member(s): Grace Cheah, Gan Su Ren, Teo Pei Tze 1. What was the current need/gap that you were addressing? Active data to tabulate and show in a glace all counselling and concenr (non-counselling) cases, tier indicateors and support given. Other details include presenting issues, consent given, ptm, status of the student and stakeholders involved. 2.  How had it been experimented and enacted? Shows overall thrends and presenting issues of the students. Very helpful to look into providing wholistic support for each student as we gather termly to update on case management. 3.  Which group(s) had benefited? Senior Management, Level Heads, Year Heads, School Counsellors 4.  What was the positive impact? User friendly Alignment in language used (With MOE on the presenting Issues) Very clear and active show of overall trends. Able to highlighth hi...

Parental Consent for School Counsellors-Flow Chart and Form

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Department/Committee/Team: Student Support Team (School Counsellors) Leader(s): Grace Cheah, Gan Su Ren, Teo Pei Tze Member(s): Grace Cheah, Gan Su Ren, Teo Pei Tze 1. What was the current need/gap that you were addressing? 1) Firm up Referral and Consent Form SOPs for low to high risk cases. 2) Firm up follow-up actions after PTM. 3) Provide resources for those opting out from seeing school counsellors and resources for external support. 2.  How had it been experimented and enacted? Started experimenting in January. 2025. Thus far, feedback has been positive. 3.  Which group(s) had benefited? Students (Entire Cohort), All Teaching Staff, Non-Teaching Staff (Selected Groups) 4.  What was the positive impact? Teachers are able to know how to send in referral via intranet. Division of labour and Communication flow is smoother. Consent from parents is clear...via e-mail or hardcopy. 5.  What is a future need that this IdEas@work could meet? We can review...

Empowering Learning Through EdTech E-Assessment Strategies

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Leader(s): Nicole Ning Member(s): Wang Mo, Soi Mui and Michael 1. What was the current need/gap that you were addressing? The current need being addressed is the effective integration of EdTech tools in the art classroom and across various disciplines to enhance teaching and learning experiences. Educators aim to foster reflective, contextual, and collaborative learning that connects students to real-world applications, ultimately improving learning outcomes and creating engaging, personalized experiences. Additionally, there is a gap in providing timely feedback through e-assessment methods, which is essential for continuous improvement. The focus on Active Learning Processes (ALPs) highlights the necessity for students to engage in relevant activities that promote deep understanding and metacognitive reflection. Furthermore, empowering students to take charge of their learning journeys is crucial for cultivating lifelong learning competencies, such as autonomous learning an...

Chinese News Broadcasting in Morning Assembly

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Department/Committee/Team: News team Leader(s): Li Lin Member(s): Yang Liu, Cai Yifei, Aloysius Foo 1. What was the current need/gap that you were addressing? The initiative addresses the need to broaden students’ exposure to diverse Chinese media and deepen their understanding of global and regional issues. While students traditionally rely on Lianhe Zaobao for news, this limits their engagement with other reputable Chinese media outlets or official translations of global reports. Additionally, there is a gap in students’ awareness of ASEAN-related developments, which are crucial given Singapore’s regional context. By incorporating non-Zaobao articles and ASEAN-focused content, the program encourages students to explore varied perspectives, enhance their language skills, and develop a more comprehensive understanding of both local and global current affairs. 2.  How had it been experimented and enacted? Every week, the student news broadcasters select articles from...

MP Attachment Programme

Department/Committee/Team: BSP scholars enrichment programme Leader(s): Yeo Peck Hong Member(s): Cai Yifei, Qi Yan Ping, Luo Ziwei, Zhang Rong Hua, Sun Heyu 1. What was the current need/gap that you were addressing? The BSP program addresses the need to nurture globally-oriented scholars who remain deeply rooted in Singapore’s context. Key gaps include limited exposure to local community challenges, difficulty bridging theoretical knowledge with real-world practice, and a lack of opportunities to cultivate empathy and civic awareness. The MP Attachment Programme fills these gaps by engaging students in grassroots activities such as Meet-the-People Sessions and community events. This hands-on approach enables students to observe governance processes, understand local issues, and contribute meaningfully to society, aligning with the program’s aim of fostering bicultural, socially-aware scholars grounded in Singapore’s unique socio-cultural fabric. 2.  How had it been ...