Primary Six students entered a new phase of their lives, Secondary Four students have moved onto tertiary institutions. Regardless of their examination results, there will always be a place for students in Singapore to pursue further education.
Celebrating Chinese New Year during Covid-19
2021 has come, and we are now celebrating the Lunar New Year! How time flies, forty-two days of the year have passed, and one of the most colourful and grand celebrations of the year is upon us. Known by different names such as the Lunar New Year or the Spring Festival, the occasion is one of the most anticipated festivals owing to the vibrant and exciting celebrations, family reunions, festive shopping, parades, and the most delectable dishes. The coming year is going to be the Year of the Ox according to the Chinese Zodiac.
How can I protect my child?
Just a few days back, the Singaporeans received the sad news of the untimely passing of one of its young students during an outdoor school activity. The 15-year old boy who was the victim of a high-elements activity was described as being a mature and sensible individual. This sad event has thrown light on the need to rekindle discussions about personal safety with our kids. Even when we refrain from reckless behavior, the threats of accidents remain significant in certain situations.
How can our kids be safe online?
Throw a stone and if it lands on a group of youths, chances are that almost 90% of them would be hooked onto their mobile gadgets. Not just youths, but adults are guilty of this habit as well. How long do our kids spend before their gadgets, surfing through the internet? What content do they come across and consume via online platforms? How much privacy should we allow our kids to possess with regard to their online activities?
Choosing the right CCA in schools
What are my child’s talents? What activity or interest will best serve his/her career prospects? How much time and energy should you invest in CCAs? CCAs are co-curricular activities that students are encouraged to take on in school, to enable them to have a more holistic education. These are some common doubts that can pop up in the minds of parents while helping their kids pick CCAs. When there is no clear-cut option, students themselves tend to get confused as well.
It’s time to focus on emotional intelligence
What do you do when your loved one starts crying while narrating some traumatic experience that he recently encountered? Sounds like an awkward situation?
What if it is you who is going through a really tough predicament after some unpleasant personal experience? You might be feeling anger, sadness, or even despise yourself at that moment. How do you deal with such situations?
Let’s teach our kids to be compassionate!
Have you guys heard of the Giving Pledge? Well, it is a campaign that was launched by some of the world’s richest people including the likes of Warren Buffet, Bill, and Melinda Gates. What is it about? It’s aimed at nudging the world’s wealthy to give away at least half their wealth to the poor.
Parenting tips for the 21st century – what you can do for your primary and secondary schoolers
Do you ever feel concerned that as a parent you are not doing enough for your kids? Do you worry that there is something wrong with your style of parenting?
Teaching kids self-reliance in an age of competition
Yes, we have all heard these words at some point in time. But do you happen to notice that they are becoming increasingly true today? We live in an age powered by technology and convenience. But take a look at the workplace, the sphere of academics, and any other field of relevance.
Junior College or Polytechnic? Seniors, this is for you!
Congratulations to all students who just received their GCE ‘O’ Level results! Admittedly, the O Level examinations are one of the most important examinations in our lives, not just as kids, but even as adults. Yes, this is the time when there are going to be many questions in the minds of students as well as parents. Questions about whether students should apply for a junior college, or opt for a polytechnic education may arise, and we are here to share what options both institutions provide
