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Keechiu visits Singapore Polytechnic.
A community safety net is vital in ensuring the mental well-being of our youths. This comprises support extended by family, educators, the community, and importantly – fellow peers.
Visited Singapore Polytechnic to learn more about their efforts to keep their curriculum industry-relevant and provide a good learning experience for students. Took the opportunity to understand how SP is creating a support ecosystem for students.
Met with Muhamad Shafiq, a second year Civil Engineering student, who is also Vice President of the Peer Supporter Club. Started in 2019, the Club trains members to provide peer support to the SP student community. They also promote greater awareness of mental health issues. Shafiq shared with us that having someone to talk to is an important form of mental health support, and his training allows him to provide a safe space for his peers to share their struggles. He hopes that the work of the Club can play a part in improving the mental well-being of students on campus, and encourage more students to support one another.
Student-led efforts like the Peer Supporter Club are important in removing the stigma of mental health issues. I hope such initiatives will lead to early detection of warning signs, and encourage more youths to come forward to seek help. CCS
Chan Chun Sing added 2 new photos to the album Visit to Singapore Polytechnic 2021.
1 hr·A community safety net is vital in ensuring the mental well-being of our youths. This comprises support extended by family, educators, the community, and importantly – fellow peers.
Visited Singapore Polytechnic to learn more about their efforts to keep their curriculum industry-relevant and provide a good learning experience for students. Took the opportunity to understand how SP is creating a support ecosystem for students.
Met with Muhamad Shafiq, a second year Civil Engineering student, who is also Vice President of the Peer Supporter Club. Started in 2019, the Club trains members to provide peer support to the SP student community. They also promote greater awareness of mental health issues. Shafiq shared with us that having someone to talk to is an important form of mental health support, and his training allows him to provide a safe space for his peers to share their struggles. He hopes that the work of the Club can play a part in improving the mental well-being of students on campus, and encourage more students to support one another.
Student-led efforts like the Peer Supporter Club are important in removing the stigma of mental health issues. I hope such initiatives will lead to early detection of warning signs, and encourage more youths to come forward to seek help. CCS
Keechiu visits Nanyang Primary School.
Chan Chun Sing
3 hrs·Meet Mdm Joanne who has been selling fresh fruits, juices and vegetarian meals at Nanyang Primary School for 17 years. Along with other stallholders who have been with the school for almost 2 decades, she provides nutritious food for the students during their meal breaks. I was told that her signature Chinese pear dessert, and multigrain porridge are very popular with the teachers!
Indeed, it is important that our children are nourished physically, mentally and culturally during their time in school. Enjoyed joining the Pri 2 students at their Chinese calligraphy class, and trying my hand at writing 朴 – the students were very encouraging towards my efforts, but I should definitely stick to my day job
One of my favourite questions to ask students when I visit the schools is – what do you wish to be when you grow up? The Pri 5 students answered this question enthusiastically, and shared their goals of becoming a lego designer, 3D animator, baker, engineer and vet etc. No doubt their plans may evolve as they grow older, but I was impressed by their commitment – Cayden would like to be a police officer, and he visits the air rifle range for target practice with his mother every week; Johannes wishes to be a baker, and he has been testing various recipes with his family.
What I see in these students is the wonderful combination of curiosity and discipline. Curiosity once ignited will propel a child to learn. Discipline once ingrained will enable a child to pursue and master whatever he or she desires to learn.
May we continue to inculcate these qualities in our children, and enable them to be the best that they can be. CCS
Keechiu spotted something interesting.
Spotted this morning. A pair of our next-door neighbours in My Buona Vista has interesting drawings on their gates. Good reminder for their family members before heading out.
Chan Chun Sing
7 hrs·Spotted this morning. A pair of our next-door neighbours in My Buona Vista has interesting drawings on their gates. Good reminder for their family members before heading out.
Keechiu cycles at night.
Night out to check out some of our reservoirs and the dams that our forefathers built.
Filled with confidence and pride to see the well-maintained systems and the high water level in our reservoirs.
Thankful for the foresight, determination and ingenuity of our forefathers to have invested in expanding our network of reservoirs to strengthen our water resilience.
Now, it’s our turn to gift the next generation by turning adversity into opportunity. CCS
Chan Chun Sing added 4 new photos to the album Our reservoirs.
8 hrs·Night out to check out some of our reservoirs and the dams that our forefathers built.
Filled with confidence and pride to see the well-maintained systems and the high water level in our reservoirs.
Thankful for the foresight, determination and ingenuity of our forefathers to have invested in expanding our network of reservoirs to strengthen our water resilience.
Now, it’s our turn to gift the next generation by turning adversity into opportunity. CCS
from tnp.sg:
To navigate an increasingly complex and competitive world, Singapore students have to pursue more diverse interests and capabilities, beyond what is taught and tested in schools.
How far the Republic can move in this direction and away from an overemphasis on academic grades depends on educators, parents and societal culture at large, said Education Minister Chan Chun Sing yesterday.
Highlighting diversity as key to alleviating the "unhealthy stress" of pursuing the same definition of success, he spoke of the need for diverse schools, education pathways, skills, perspectives and experiences.
Mr Chan stressed the important role played by teachers and called on them to be "critical thinkers and communicators" who "read extensively, learn widely and reflect continuously".
"We should also explore giving them more exposure beyond school - by supporting them in taking frequent sabbaticals or short stints in the private, public or people sectors to refresh their perspectives and renew their skill sets."
But he also warned that teaching and testing more do not equate to learning more.
"We will need to re-examine the way we teach and test. What ultimately matters is not how much our students know, but how fast they learn, and how able they are to adapt to an ever-changing environment."
Mr Chan was addressing more than 1,500 public officers at a virtual forum organised by the Public Service Division and Civil Service College.
In a speech on Singapore's strategies for the future, he noted that beyond formal schooling, the "game changer" of global competition would be in lifelong and early childhood education.
"(Adult) learners must feel the training programmes make a real difference to their employment outcomes," Mr Chan said, adding that institutes of higher learning and their staff must remain current and relevant.
While the Government could lower barriers with incentives like lifetime credits, he said employer support was just as vital. Ultimately, individuals must have the desire and drive to keep learning, he said, adding that helping students from disadvantaged and vulnerable backgrounds is of utmost importance.
Education must remain an uplifting force and beacon of hope for this group, which is often most affected by disruption brought about by technological changes, globalisation and the pandemic, Mr Chan added.
The Government will announce plans to help the least privileged students and families in the coming months, he added.
Mr Chan also outlined Singapore's core challenges of geopolitical uncertainty, technological disruption and a population with increasingly diverse aspirations. "We must not let any community fall behind or feel like they have been excluded from the Singapore story."
First, while the world may become more protectionist, Singapore must remain open and connected. Digital connectivity will now be critical and regulatory connectivity is being enhanced - efforts that will position the country as a safe harbour for long-term investments.
Second, Singapore must double-down on investment areas that entrench the country at strategic points in global supply and value chains. "We will target areas where we can develop deep niche expertise and where our skills would not be easily displaced."
Third, with businesses gravitating to where the talent network is most dense and connected, Singapore must focus on building a global innovation and knowledge network. Fourth - and most importantly, said Mr Chan - all Singaporeans will be taken care of, by creating a wide range of jobs for those with different aspirations and skills.
"We also must make sure workers earn a dignified wage and that our growth is inclusive," he added.
Pursue diverse capabilities for a more complex world: Chan Chun Sing
Minister stresses key role of teachers as 'critical thinkers and communicators'
To navigate an increasingly complex and competitive world, Singapore students have to pursue more diverse interests and capabilities, beyond what is taught and tested in schools.
How far the Republic can move in this direction and away from an overemphasis on academic grades depends on educators, parents and societal culture at large, said Education Minister Chan Chun Sing yesterday.
Highlighting diversity as key to alleviating the "unhealthy stress" of pursuing the same definition of success, he spoke of the need for diverse schools, education pathways, skills, perspectives and experiences.
Mr Chan stressed the important role played by teachers and called on them to be "critical thinkers and communicators" who "read extensively, learn widely and reflect continuously".
"We should also explore giving them more exposure beyond school - by supporting them in taking frequent sabbaticals or short stints in the private, public or people sectors to refresh their perspectives and renew their skill sets."
But he also warned that teaching and testing more do not equate to learning more.
"We will need to re-examine the way we teach and test. What ultimately matters is not how much our students know, but how fast they learn, and how able they are to adapt to an ever-changing environment."
Mr Chan was addressing more than 1,500 public officers at a virtual forum organised by the Public Service Division and Civil Service College.
In a speech on Singapore's strategies for the future, he noted that beyond formal schooling, the "game changer" of global competition would be in lifelong and early childhood education.
"(Adult) learners must feel the training programmes make a real difference to their employment outcomes," Mr Chan said, adding that institutes of higher learning and their staff must remain current and relevant.
While the Government could lower barriers with incentives like lifetime credits, he said employer support was just as vital. Ultimately, individuals must have the desire and drive to keep learning, he said, adding that helping students from disadvantaged and vulnerable backgrounds is of utmost importance.
Education must remain an uplifting force and beacon of hope for this group, which is often most affected by disruption brought about by technological changes, globalisation and the pandemic, Mr Chan added.
The Government will announce plans to help the least privileged students and families in the coming months, he added.
Mr Chan also outlined Singapore's core challenges of geopolitical uncertainty, technological disruption and a population with increasingly diverse aspirations. "We must not let any community fall behind or feel like they have been excluded from the Singapore story."
First, while the world may become more protectionist, Singapore must remain open and connected. Digital connectivity will now be critical and regulatory connectivity is being enhanced - efforts that will position the country as a safe harbour for long-term investments.
Second, Singapore must double-down on investment areas that entrench the country at strategic points in global supply and value chains. "We will target areas where we can develop deep niche expertise and where our skills would not be easily displaced."
Third, with businesses gravitating to where the talent network is most dense and connected, Singapore must focus on building a global innovation and knowledge network. Fourth - and most importantly, said Mr Chan - all Singaporeans will be taken care of, by creating a wide range of jobs for those with different aspirations and skills.
"We also must make sure workers earn a dignified wage and that our growth is inclusive," he added.
Keechiu thanks Mdm Tham for her dessert.
It has been a while! We have been able to resume house visits recently and happy to meet our residents again.
It took longer than expected last night and we stopped close to 10pm. I was running late for MPS but thankful for this heartwarming dessert from My Buona Vista resident Mdm Tham. Kept me going through the night! CCS
Chan Chun Sing
11 hrs·It has been a while! We have been able to resume house visits recently and happy to meet our residents again.
It took longer than expected last night and we stopped close to 10pm. I was running late for MPS but thankful for this heartwarming dessert from My Buona Vista resident Mdm Tham. Kept me going through the night! CCS
Keechiu congratulates special award winners.
Congratulations to all 206 students who are receiving this year’s Special Awards!
The multi-faceted nature of the Awards reflects Ministry of Education, Singapore’s belief that success comes in many forms, and our commitment to provide multiple pathways in education. The recipients exemplify many of the qualities we aspire to nurture in our students.
It was inspiring to hear their stories and learn about their diverse achievements in both academic and non-academic spheres. Their contributions to the community are particularly heartening. Here are some of the students!
Chan Chun Sing
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Siti Nur Zhafirah Binte Mohd Fadzil, who received the Lee Kuan Yew All-Round Excellence Award, is motivated by her dream to work in the culinary industry and become a pastry chef. Apart from her commitment to her studies and CCA, she participates actively in various community projects to help the less privileged, through which she has come to understand the importance of her role in the larger community.
Chan Chun Sing added 3 new photos to the album Special Awards 2021.
2 hrs·Congratulations to all 206 students who are receiving this year’s Special Awards!
The multi-faceted nature of the Awards reflects Ministry of Education, Singapore’s belief that success comes in many forms, and our commitment to provide multiple pathways in education. The recipients exemplify many of the qualities we aspire to nurture in our students.
It was inspiring to hear their stories and learn about their diverse achievements in both academic and non-academic spheres. Their contributions to the community are particularly heartening. Here are some of the students!
Chan Chun Sing
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Siti Nur Zhafirah Binte Mohd Fadzil, who received the Lee Kuan Yew All-Round Excellence Award, is motivated by her dream to work in the culinary industry and become a pastry chef. Apart from her commitment to her studies and CCA, she participates actively in various community projects to help the less privileged, through which she has come to understand the importance of her role in the larger community.
Chan Chun Sing
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Kee Yen Cheng, Tejpal Aniket and Yong Huey from Temasek Polytechnic have received the Lee Hsien Loong Interactive Digital Media Smart Nation Award.
The team noticed the anxiety and discomfort that diabetics feel when they have to regularly prick their fingers to take their blood glucose reading. This led to their innovation – the Smart Diabetic Breathalyser. Diabetics just need to blow into the device for the detection of the acetone levels in their breath to monitor their blood glucose level. The team experienced failure in the initial stages, and had to overcome several hurdles in finding the optimal hardware.
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Kee Yen Cheng, Tejpal Aniket and Yong Huey from Temasek Polytechnic have received the Lee Hsien Loong Interactive Digital Media Smart Nation Award.
The team noticed the anxiety and discomfort that diabetics feel when they have to regularly prick their fingers to take their blood glucose reading. This led to their innovation – the Smart Diabetic Breathalyser. Diabetics just need to blow into the device for the detection of the acetone levels in their breath to monitor their blood glucose level. The team experienced failure in the initial stages, and had to overcome several hurdles in finding the optimal hardware.
Chan Chun Sing
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Rex Chan Jun Rui from Canossian School received the Lee Kuan Yew Exemplary Student Award. Learning is not easy for Rex because he has severe hearing loss in both ears. Nonetheless, Rex’s self-discipline and resilience have helped him in his pursuit to learn. Empathising with some of the challenges his classmates may face with learning, Rex readily helps them. He patiently explains the work to his classmates, and encourage them to press on. Rex, you are certainly an inspiration to us all.
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Rex Chan Jun Rui from Canossian School received the Lee Kuan Yew Exemplary Student Award. Learning is not easy for Rex because he has severe hearing loss in both ears. Nonetheless, Rex’s self-discipline and resilience have helped him in his pursuit to learn. Empathising with some of the challenges his classmates may face with learning, Rex readily helps them. He patiently explains the work to his classmates, and encourage them to press on. Rex, you are certainly an inspiration to us all.
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