Thank you Sheena for sharing with me so generously and openly on your life and aspiration. Today I learn that you are indeed a sweet, articulate and giving person. Continue in your good ways and reach for your stars!
Jeremy, Sheena shared that you are a clever and quick-thinking student. Do work together, with your team in building knowledge, understanding and true friendship.
Onward!
Tuesday, 26 July 2011
Thank you Wilson
I like to thank Wilson for collecting the Edusave Forms and Reply Slips dutifully. He had really provided great assistance to him. Thank you for your quality of work.
Heroians, do learn from Wilson, in his focus, humility and persistence in doing things well.
Great job done!
Heroians, do learn from Wilson, in his focus, humility and persistence in doing things well.
Great job done!
Saturday, 23 July 2011
Grimm Tales 22 July 2011
Dear 3 Heroians,
You would probably agree with me that it was a great night out as a class. I am sure you had enjoyed the performance, as much as I have enjoyed the experience of going out with my form class.
Do reflect on the following questions for next week's lesson on Grimm Tales
1.) What were the high points of the performance?
2.) What did I like about the performance?
3.) Which tale was most memorable? Why so?
4.) What techniques were used in the production to bring across the tales?
5.) Which of these were effective?
6.) What were Grimm Brothers' intentions and messages as conveyed in the stories?
We will conduct as post-performance review on Monday. Also for those who did not hand in their stories as yet, do remember to do so by Monday.
Have a lovely weekend with your family,
Mrs Linda Chua
P.S. Constance says 'thank you' to all of you for being so nice to her. She likes my students : )
You would probably agree with me that it was a great night out as a class. I am sure you had enjoyed the performance, as much as I have enjoyed the experience of going out with my form class.
Do reflect on the following questions for next week's lesson on Grimm Tales
1.) What were the high points of the performance?
2.) What did I like about the performance?
3.) Which tale was most memorable? Why so?
4.) What techniques were used in the production to bring across the tales?
5.) Which of these were effective?
6.) What were Grimm Brothers' intentions and messages as conveyed in the stories?
We will conduct as post-performance review on Monday. Also for those who did not hand in their stories as yet, do remember to do so by Monday.
Have a lovely weekend with your family,
Mrs Linda Chua
P.S. Constance says 'thank you' to all of you for being so nice to her. She likes my students : )
Tuesday, 19 July 2011
Develop Intelligence through Habits of Mind
Yes intelligence can be developed, so says research.
In the coming months, I hope to introduce to you 16 habits of thinking and being of intelligent people. If you like you may 'google' this to find out more - Habits of Mind. It's research-based and well-established in many parts of the world. I will print a set of notes for you to read. In the meantime, here's the 16 Habits of Mind :
1.) Persisting
2.) Managing Impulsivity
3.) Listening with Understanding and Empathy
4.) Thinking Flexibly
5.) Thinking about Thinking (Metacognition)
6.) Striving for Accuracy
7.) Questioning and Posing Problems
8.) Applying Past Knowledge to New Situations
9.) Thinking and Communicating with Clarity and Precision
10.) Gathering Data through All Senses
11.) Creating, Imagining, Innovating
12.) Responding with Wonderment and Awe
13.) Taking Responsible Risks
14.) Finding Humour
15.) Thinking Interdependently
16.) Remaining Open to Continuous Learning
Which of these do you need to focus on?
This week we started with Persisting (having persistence). Kudos to those nominated by their classmates to have qualities of Persistence : Irfan, Jeremy, Amelia, Khin, Shafie, Wilson, Jing Yong and Eunice.
Let's focus on Striving for Accuracy and Thinking and Communicating with Clarity and Precision in tomorrow's EL lesson.
You can be intelligent, if you persist and develop the Habits of Mind!
Yes you can : ) the choice is yours.
In the coming months, I hope to introduce to you 16 habits of thinking and being of intelligent people. If you like you may 'google' this to find out more - Habits of Mind. It's research-based and well-established in many parts of the world. I will print a set of notes for you to read. In the meantime, here's the 16 Habits of Mind :
1.) Persisting
2.) Managing Impulsivity
3.) Listening with Understanding and Empathy
4.) Thinking Flexibly
5.) Thinking about Thinking (Metacognition)
6.) Striving for Accuracy
7.) Questioning and Posing Problems
8.) Applying Past Knowledge to New Situations
9.) Thinking and Communicating with Clarity and Precision
10.) Gathering Data through All Senses
11.) Creating, Imagining, Innovating
12.) Responding with Wonderment and Awe
13.) Taking Responsible Risks
14.) Finding Humour
15.) Thinking Interdependently
16.) Remaining Open to Continuous Learning
Which of these do you need to focus on?
This week we started with Persisting (having persistence). Kudos to those nominated by their classmates to have qualities of Persistence : Irfan, Jeremy, Amelia, Khin, Shafie, Wilson, Jing Yong and Eunice.
Let's focus on Striving for Accuracy and Thinking and Communicating with Clarity and Precision in tomorrow's EL lesson.
You can be intelligent, if you persist and develop the Habits of Mind!
Yes you can : ) the choice is yours.
CCE - Wednesday 9:25 to 10:35am
CCE this week will be conducted on Wednesday's double period.
You are to bring your CCE pack. There is an assessment component in this week's lesson.
You are to bring your CCE pack. There is an assessment component in this week's lesson.
3H Goes to the Theatre 22 July - Pre-Performance Lesson
Dear 3 Heroians,
This Thursday, we will be conducting a pre-performance lesson. I would like you to visit some of the following websites to read up and find out more on Grimm Brothers and their Tales, if you are not already familiar with them.
The websites are
http://www.nationalgeographic.com/grimm/
http://www.thegrimmtales.com/
http://www.cs.cmu.edu/~spok/grimmtmp/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grimm's_Fairy_Tales
The Tales that I like you to be familiar with are
1.) The Musicians of Bremen,
2.) Ashputtel (Cinderella)
3.) The Mouse
4.) the Bird and the Sausage
5.) The Golden Goose
6.) The Hare and the Hedgehog
7.) Hansel and Gretel and the Magic Table
8.) the Gold-Donkey and the Cudgel in the Sack
(most of us are familiar with no. 2 Cinderella, as such there is no real necessity to read it)
This Thursday, 21 July, come to class with one of the above tales. Discuss among your group members, who is to bring which tale to class. We will be 'doing' some storytelling!
Yes, storytelling on Thursday, the 3H's way, before you watch SRT's The Young Co.'s way of doing it (by the way, the performance is put up by young people, people of your age group).
This will better prepare you to appreciate and critique the performance.
This Thursday, we will be conducting a pre-performance lesson. I would like you to visit some of the following websites to read up and find out more on Grimm Brothers and their Tales, if you are not already familiar with them.
The websites are
http://www.nationalgeographic.com/grimm/
http://www.thegrimmtales.com/
http://www.cs.cmu.edu/~spok/grimmtmp/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grimm's_Fairy_Tales
The Tales that I like you to be familiar with are
1.) The Musicians of Bremen,
2.) Ashputtel (Cinderella)
3.) The Mouse
4.) the Bird and the Sausage
5.) The Golden Goose
6.) The Hare and the Hedgehog
7.) Hansel and Gretel and the Magic Table
8.) the Gold-Donkey and the Cudgel in the Sack
(most of us are familiar with no. 2 Cinderella, as such there is no real necessity to read it)
This Thursday, 21 July, come to class with one of the above tales. Discuss among your group members, who is to bring which tale to class. We will be 'doing' some storytelling!
Yes, storytelling on Thursday, the 3H's way, before you watch SRT's The Young Co.'s way of doing it (by the way, the performance is put up by young people, people of your age group).
This will better prepare you to appreciate and critique the performance.
Thursday, 14 July 2011
Hong Kong and Japan - Perspective and Context
Today, I shared some aspects of my experience while in HK and Japan during the June Holidays. I didn't share on observation of Macau...another day perhaps.
Perhaps Si Lin is right ( I know that he thought I was not fair in my comments). I was quite aware of the 'biased' point of view with regards to the remarks I made about the people I met in HK and perhaps in Japan. The point of the sharing was to highlight how our rude disposition and 'I-am-not-happy-with-you' attitude can be a real turn-off......in any country, any community and any home.
In all fairness, HK is not that 'unpleasant'...it was probably the noisy and busy area that I was staying that I really didn't like. I had a lecturer from HK when I was at NUS, and he left a very good impression on me. He gave me the impression that most HK people were independent, intelligent and hardworking. Also while in HK, I was rather impressed with their environment-green policy, immigration officers and police officers, who were highly alert at the airport. One even stopped me to ask why I was carrying empty cupboards. Needless to say, food was great and at a bargain. Japan, though its products and places are pleasing to the eyes, ears and heart...is really incomprehensible, since little English is used. And quite honestly, behind the smiles and politeness, you aren't too sure how they really think of you, or foreigners in general(this didn't really bother me since I was there for a few days). Still, Japan, is really wonderful, if not for any other reason, other than the cool weather. You feel like you are in an air-conditioned room 24/7.
Well, just to share, to put things into perspective. Again, HK, as a tourist destination, not for me - as a teacher in the Singapore International School or to further one's study...... I am game.
Perhaps Si Lin is right ( I know that he thought I was not fair in my comments). I was quite aware of the 'biased' point of view with regards to the remarks I made about the people I met in HK and perhaps in Japan. The point of the sharing was to highlight how our rude disposition and 'I-am-not-happy-with-you' attitude can be a real turn-off......in any country, any community and any home.
In all fairness, HK is not that 'unpleasant'...it was probably the noisy and busy area that I was staying that I really didn't like. I had a lecturer from HK when I was at NUS, and he left a very good impression on me. He gave me the impression that most HK people were independent, intelligent and hardworking. Also while in HK, I was rather impressed with their environment-green policy, immigration officers and police officers, who were highly alert at the airport. One even stopped me to ask why I was carrying empty cupboards. Needless to say, food was great and at a bargain. Japan, though its products and places are pleasing to the eyes, ears and heart...is really incomprehensible, since little English is used. And quite honestly, behind the smiles and politeness, you aren't too sure how they really think of you, or foreigners in general(this didn't really bother me since I was there for a few days). Still, Japan, is really wonderful, if not for any other reason, other than the cool weather. You feel like you are in an air-conditioned room 24/7.
Well, just to share, to put things into perspective. Again, HK, as a tourist destination, not for me - as a teacher in the Singapore International School or to further one's study...... I am game.
AROOZOO R.E.A.D.S. @ ARENA 13 July 2011
Stories.People.Life. - The Lady or the Tiger
I really liked today's presentation by the members of the Drama Club.
Do ponder on this question " If you were the princess, what would you have done?" Would you have chosen the Lady or the Tiger? Truly an interesting examination of human nature.
May I recommend you to read William Golding's 'Lord of the Flies' which explores this theme of human nature at length - what are we truly like? What are we capable of?
I encourage you to google the links given in the story given today, to find more of such stories and at the same time, explore, examine and question nature of our being (human nature) especially in the context of the theme we are exploring in EL classes - the theme of Conflict and War.
Read on!
I really liked today's presentation by the members of the Drama Club.
Do ponder on this question " If you were the princess, what would you have done?" Would you have chosen the Lady or the Tiger? Truly an interesting examination of human nature.
May I recommend you to read William Golding's 'Lord of the Flies' which explores this theme of human nature at length - what are we truly like? What are we capable of?
I encourage you to google the links given in the story given today, to find more of such stories and at the same time, explore, examine and question nature of our being (human nature) especially in the context of the theme we are exploring in EL classes - the theme of Conflict and War.
Read on!
Tuesday, 12 July 2011
Physics (Term 3 Week 3)
- Complete WB pg.29 - 41 and TB pg.100 & 101 SQ1 -12 on foolscap. Submit both assignments on 18/7/11.
- There'll be a test on Chapters 4 & 5 on 18/7/11. Remember to bring your calculator (Borrowing/Sharing of items is not allowed!)
Monday, 11 July 2011
Administrative Matters
As leaders, let's be in tip-top shape with regards to simple tasks. Please do the following:
1. Bring $19 ($10 + $5 + $2x2 dollar notes) - Ms Ngoh will collect from all of you
2. Bring some money to donate to Community Chest as part of Youth Day Celebration - Genevieve i/c
3. Bring Edusave Form for Grimm Tales performance (those without Edusave Account, please bring $19) - Wilson i/c
4. Hand in TYS 2008 with questions (on Passage B) completed - Jonathan i/c
5. Hand in AROOZOO READS : SPECIAL EDITION completed assignment - Nigel i/c
Failing to comply, you will be served 2 demerit points. This is to support you to develop DISCIPLINE and RESPECT for organisational order.
3H, I trust that you will not fail your class and yourself.
Mrs Chua
Genevieve, will you be able to give me the posters for RHD?
1. Bring $19 ($10 + $5 + $2x2 dollar notes) - Ms Ngoh will collect from all of you
2. Bring some money to donate to Community Chest as part of Youth Day Celebration - Genevieve i/c
3. Bring Edusave Form for Grimm Tales performance (those without Edusave Account, please bring $19) - Wilson i/c
4. Hand in TYS 2008 with questions (on Passage B) completed - Jonathan i/c
5. Hand in AROOZOO READS : SPECIAL EDITION completed assignment - Nigel i/c
Failing to comply, you will be served 2 demerit points. This is to support you to develop DISCIPLINE and RESPECT for organisational order.
3H, I trust that you will not fail your class and yourself.
Mrs Chua
Genevieve, will you be able to give me the posters for RHD?
Sunday, 10 July 2011
TP1 Semester 2
Dear Heroians,
As mentioned at the beginning of this term, I will be meeting you individually during TPI. I will be using the reflection journal 'What I Want Out of Life' (written in Term 2) as a springboard in our talk. I have read through them and hope for you to share a little more about yourself. Do ponder over the following questions:
1. What do you value most in life?
2. How close are you with your family?
3. Who are your good friends?
4. What are your aspirations? (a re-visitation)
I do hope we manage to see everyone by the end of the year. At one point I will perhaps see two at a time...if you are no too comfortable, let me know ok?
Do spend quality time with your family over this weekend.
As mentioned at the beginning of this term, I will be meeting you individually during TPI. I will be using the reflection journal 'What I Want Out of Life' (written in Term 2) as a springboard in our talk. I have read through them and hope for you to share a little more about yourself. Do ponder over the following questions:
1. What do you value most in life?
2. How close are you with your family?
3. Who are your good friends?
4. What are your aspirations? (a re-visitation)
I do hope we manage to see everyone by the end of the year. At one point I will perhaps see two at a time...if you are no too comfortable, let me know ok?
Do spend quality time with your family over this weekend.
Nigel and Jonathan
I am heartened to find Nigel's and Jonathan's TYS Passage B in my locker.
This is initiative and self-directed behaviour. Good Work!
This is initiative and self-directed behaviour. Good Work!
TYS 2008 Comprehension Passage B and Summary
Dear 3 Heroians,
Please hand in TYS 2008 Comprehension Passage B by Monday during EL period. The 7 students who were away for ASG please hand in your list of 18 summary points.
I trust that you will do your work on your own. If you need more time, I will allow you to hand in latest Tuesday 2:00pm. This is especially for those who are away at the ASG over this weekend. If you intend to 'copy' in one way or another, I rather you don't hand in.
Take pride in your character.
See you on Monday.
P.S. I am heartened to see that some of your teachers are using this plaform to communicate with you...you are so loved. So lucky...
Please hand in TYS 2008 Comprehension Passage B by Monday during EL period. The 7 students who were away for ASG please hand in your list of 18 summary points.
I trust that you will do your work on your own. If you need more time, I will allow you to hand in latest Tuesday 2:00pm. This is especially for those who are away at the ASG over this weekend. If you intend to 'copy' in one way or another, I rather you don't hand in.
Take pride in your character.
See you on Monday.
P.S. I am heartened to see that some of your teachers are using this plaform to communicate with you...you are so loved. So lucky...
Friday, 8 July 2011
Weekly ACE Learning Online Quiz
hi, 3Hians,
a reminder for all of you to do ACE Learning Online Quiz every weekend.
It opens on Fridays and ends on Mondays 23:55hrs.
The mark is counted towards your CA2 marks.
Please also note that starting for this term, your homework submission will also contribute towards your CA2. Therefore, ensure that you do and submit your homework on time.
Thank you
Have a great weekend ahead.
Mr.Yohan
a reminder for all of you to do ACE Learning Online Quiz every weekend.
It opens on Fridays and ends on Mondays 23:55hrs.
The mark is counted towards your CA2 marks.
Please also note that starting for this term, your homework submission will also contribute towards your CA2. Therefore, ensure that you do and submit your homework on time.
Thank you
Have a great weekend ahead.
Mr.Yohan
Thursday, 7 July 2011
Term 3 EL Curriculum
Conflict and War
As mentioned in class, I like you to research, read and view on topics and materials regarded to the theme of Conflict and War.
In the coming weeks, we will learn about
1. War and war heroes in Ancient Times
2. The Crusades
3. World War 1 and 2
4. Vietnam War
5. Gulf War
6. 'Wars' of our times - Terrorism
Do research on songs, poems and stories written by artistes and writers on their attitudes towards Conflict and War.
Apologies that I have not been around. Nevertheless I hope to start our new curriculum on Monday. I hope you are as excited as I am on this new way of learning.
Do make sure you have completed TYS 2008 comprehension Passage B and for those who were away the summary points (to be listed).
Have a good weekend,
Mrs Linda Chua
As mentioned in class, I like you to research, read and view on topics and materials regarded to the theme of Conflict and War.
In the coming weeks, we will learn about
1. War and war heroes in Ancient Times
2. The Crusades
3. World War 1 and 2
4. Vietnam War
5. Gulf War
6. 'Wars' of our times - Terrorism
Do research on songs, poems and stories written by artistes and writers on their attitudes towards Conflict and War.
Apologies that I have not been around. Nevertheless I hope to start our new curriculum on Monday. I hope you are as excited as I am on this new way of learning.
Do make sure you have completed TYS 2008 comprehension Passage B and for those who were away the summary points (to be listed).
Have a good weekend,
Mrs Linda Chua
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