Sec 3 Subject Combination Normal Technical Stream Parents

Sec 3 Subject Combination Normal (Technical) Stream

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1 Download the app now from App Store or Google Play 2 3 Log in with your Sing. Pass Gain access to all your children’s school activities on one app – even if they are from different schools

From 1 st July 2019 all school information letters will be available on parents gateway!

Objectives of Briefing Provide information on the Sec 2 subjects allocation process, criteria, Sec 3 subject combinations. Raise awareness about the Post-Sec Courses. Help parents and students to make informed decision. Provide an avenue for dialogue and clarification before exercising option in Oct 2019.

INTRODUCTION TO FORM TEACHERS

NT PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

Subject Combination Allocation Guidelines Merit Overall percentage at Sec 2 and subject eligibility criteria Choice Rank order – 1 st choice will be considered if your results meet the subject criteria Vacancy Availability of teachers Take-up rate

How are subject combinations derived? Combinations are reviewed annually based on: 1. Available staff and physical resources. 2. Observations on the strengths and aptitudes of students. 3. Requirements for JC and Poly courses.

2019 Assessment Continual Assessments (CA) Class tests Key assignments Semestral Assessments (SA) Mid Year exams End of Year exams

Promotion Criteria • Promotion from Sec 2 N(T) to 3 N(T): – Pass in English OR Math AND – 1 other subject • Lateral Transferred to 2 N(A): – ≥ 70% in average for all subjects AND – passes for qualifying tests in November

Educational pathways to Upper Secondary & Higher Education after GCE N -Levels

Career Aspirations Northbrooks Educational & Career Guidance (ECG) Portal https: //sites. google. com/moe. edu. sg/ecgnbrss/home

Career Aspirations My Skills Future Portal https: //www. myskillsfuture. sg/content/student/en/secondary. html

University 3 years Diploma Polytechnics 1 -2 years Nitec/ Higher Nitec Institute of Technical Education Sec 4 N (T) Sec 3 N (T) Sec 2 N (T) Private Schools and Institutions

University 2 -3 Years GCE A Level 3 Years Diploma Polytechnic JC/MI 1 Year GCE O Level Sec 5 N(A) 1 Year Polytechnic Foundation Programme 10 Weeks Preparation Programme + 2 Years Higher Nitec Direct Entry Scheme to Poly Sec 4 N(A) *For successful lateral transfer cases only Sec 3 N(A) Sec 2 N(A)* GCE N-Level 2 Years Higher Nitec 2 Years Nitec

Admission to Institute of Technical Education (ITE)

National ITE Certificate Courses 95 courses across 3 ITE colleges 6 Schools – – – Applied & Health Science Business & Services Design & Media Electronics & Info-Comm Technology Engineering Hospitality

BASIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Cut-Off Points based on best 4 subjects including pre-requisites and bonus points –This means if certain subjects are stated, those subjects must be used.

Aggregate Computation Different categories of NITEC courses come with different entry requirements. Admission is based on ITE Aggregate Points of 4 best GCE N-Level subjects

CCA PARTICIPATION CCA grade might be taken into consideration Holistic development of the child Platform to exhibit values learnt Huge impact on School Graduation Certificate (Testimonial)

SECONDARY 3 SUBJECT COMBINATION EXERCISE Normal (Technical) 2020

Selection of Sec 3 Subject Combinations What are some factors you and your child should consider ? Subject Interest (passion & career) Subject Competence (academic performance)

Secondary 3 Normal (Techincal) Combinations Elective Design & Technology OR 6 subjects EL Basic MTL Computer Mathematics Science Applications (CPA) Food Studies OR Elements of Business Skills (EBS)

Secondary 3 Normal (Technical) Subject Allocation Criteria Subject Criteria (Based on Sec 2 Overall Results) Elements of Business Skills (EBS) A good pass* in English Language * A good pass in a subject depends on the overall performance of the cohort.

2020 Subject Combination Exercise Timeline Term 4 Week 6 Description Online Submission of Subject Combinations Release of Selection Results Appeal Period Release of Appeal Results (Late Oct 2019) Term 4 Week 7 Mid-Nov 2019

Subject Combination Exercise Additional Information Subjects are allocated based on Merit, Demand, Student’s Choice and School’s resources. All the elective subjects offered are subjected to a minimum class size. For Food Studies, there is a maximum class size of 20 each.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

FAQ 1 How do the students exercise their option? Students will log into the online streaming portal to exercise their option. Details will be given out at a later date.

FAQ 2 Can I appeal if my child does not get his/her choice of subject combination? Yes, you may submit an appeal form to the school by the appeal deadline. However, we would like to emphasize the success of the appeal process depends on Merit, Vacancy, Demand School’s resources.

FAQ 3 What are the requirements for taking subjects with Coursework such as D/T and Food Studies? The Coursework examination for each subject requires students to work on a long-term project which begins in January of the examination year. It requires students to have good time management skills and diligence.

Other Useful Information

Good Practices Look into your child’s interests, passion, career aspirations and strengths. Communicate Gather with your child. information on possible future pathways. Encourage your child to maintain a Champion Learning mindset.

How can your child prepare well? 1. Have regular attendance in school. 2. Have good attitude in class work and homework. 3. Know their personal interests and strengths well.

How can you help as parents? 1. Talk to your child to discover his/her favourite subjects. 2. Respect your child as he/she may not be inclined towards certain subjects and allow him/her to pursue his/her interests. 3. Give him/her encouragement and keep an open mind.

Partnership with School Communication & Feedback School Website: www. northbrookssec. moe. edu. sg Email: northbrooks@moe. edu. sg Student Handbook Letters to Parents Phone: 6752 4311 In case subject teacher is not available, you can complete a question slip. The teacher will return your call ASAP.

Partnership with School • Be part of the PSG Executive Committee (Ex-co) • We would like to invite interested parents to join the PSG Exco to be part of the exciting group of parents to support school events and PSG initiated events. Do also let us know if there areas of specialisation that you may be able to share with other parents/staff or students of the school. • Class Parents Chat Group • The PSG Ex-co is also inviting interested parents to be part of your child’s class’ parents chat group. Each chat group which will be open to parents of the specific class only and have one of the PSG Ex-co member as the Group Admin. The chat group will allow parents of students within each class to get to know one another and share information on school and class-related activities.

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