Objectives
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To help K1 students who are lagging behind their peers academically and to prepare academically weaker K2 students for Primary 1 with emphasis on phonics and numeracy concepts
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To promote and teach parental involvement in their children's studies
Core Content / methodology
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Lessons in Phonics covering A to Z through stories, music and writing
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Mathematical concepts through games, rhymes and hands-on activities
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Learning Experience Approach through field trips, discussions, reading and writing
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Parents are also taught the same but with additional focus on simple methodology of teaching basic mathematical concepts and parenting tips for a conducive learning environment to motivate, encourage their children
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Individual coaching where needed
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Group teaching
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Small group work
Eligibility criteria for admission to program
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Children identified by their teachers as lagging behind in their cohort or not equipped for Primary One
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Children who are struggling to recognize letters of the alphabet and words in the English language
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Under financial assistance scheme
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Singapore citizens
Venue
Block 81, MacPherson Lane, #01-29, S360081
Duration
20 sessions, 2 hours per session
Schedule
Saturday, 2pm to 4pm, from May to November
Minimum Qualification required of volunteers
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Able to speak in English clearly (Good pronunciation is a plus)
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A credit for English Language at GCE '0' level
Training for volunteers
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Orientation and understanding BCCS’ philosophy
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Phonics & Numeracy
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Worksheet Activities
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Other workshops as appropriate
BCCS' Expectations of volunteers
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Attendance at training
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Regular attendance
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Participate in at least one bonding activity outside of the programme
Contacts for volunteering of services
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Deborah Pay: ppcmbox@gmail.com
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Chew Wee Pin: cwp8168@hotmail.com
