Character & Citizenship Education

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Total Defence Day

Total Defence Day is commemorated on 15 February each year – the anniversary of the surrender of  the British to the Japanese on 15 February 1942. The core message of Total Defence is “everyone has a part to play” through the six key pillars of Military, Civil, Economic, Social, Digital and Psychological Defence.

Total Defence Day is meant to strengthen our resolve to keep Singapore safe, secure and independent. Every Singaporean should play a part, individually and collectively, to build a strong, secure and cohesive nation. When we are strong, we are able to deal with any crisis.

P1 - P6

4 February

International Friendship Day

International Friendship Day is a day dedicated to the understanding of Singapore’s relations with neighbouring countries and beyond. This event aims to encourage our students to develop a better understanding of the people and cultures of countries in the ASEAN region. Students understand that our nation’s friendship ties with other countries is also crucial to help ASEAN overcome any crisis together.

P1 - P6

8 April

Racial Harmony Day

It is a day to celebrate Singapore’s success as a racially harmonious nation. The event commemorates the 1964 riots which took place on 21 July 1964. The event aims to encourage students to cultivate strong relationships with diverse individuals and groups and to inspire them to take ownership of their roles in building an inclusive society leading to a cohesive Singapore.

P1 - P6

15 July

National Day

We celebrate National Day in commemoration of Singapore’s independence from Malaysia in 1965. As we celebrate National Day in school, we emphasize to the students that we must unite as one and through kindness and compassion, and that with resilience and determination, Singapore will grow and emerge stronger.

P1 - P6

6 August

P5 NE Show 

Primary 5 students are invited to the NE Show, a preview of the National Day parade, with the intention of developing our students to take pride in our national identity, to have a sense of belonging to our country and to be committed to nation building. 

P5

July every year

TBC

P1 Character Trail

(Updated 1 Mar 2021)

Pupils are equipped with social emotional competencies and useful life skills which they can apply in their daily life. Through parent child bonding activities, character values are also inculcated in pupils. They are also given the opportunity to perform a class dance confidently and apply the skills learnt during the Aesthetics Enrichment Programme.

P1

1 Apr

Cyber Wellness

Cyber Wellness focuses on the well-being of our pupils as they navigate cyberspace. Through Cyber Wellness talks, level programmes and recess activities, the school aims to equip pupils with the knowledge and skills to maintain a positive presence in cyberspace and learn to become responsible digital learners.

P1 - P6

Whole year

Education Career Guidance

Through the career week activities, pupils are exposed to different categories of careers to cater to their diverse interests, abilities and passions. Pupils will learn about the knowledge, skills and values required of selected careers. Pupils also learn to appreciate the value of the different occupations and they can contribute to the functioning of society meaningfully.

Pupils will also explore the MySkillsFuture Portal to help discover more about oneself, explore different education and career options and start thinking about their future.

P1 - P6

Whole year

P5 ECG Day / 

P6 Electronic Honouring Career Day

With the exposure of the career experiences selected by your child, the school hopes that he/she will be equipped with the necessary knowledge, skills and values to make informed decisions at key educational stages for successful transition from school to further education or work.

P5 - P6

Nov

Growing Through Stories

Growing through Stories aims to teach values, develop growth mindset and encourage intrinsic motivation through stories. Lessons will be conducted during FTGP. Parents can support by reading and discussing the stories with their children. Pupils in every level will be reading a book.

P1 - P6

Whole year

Contemporary Issues

Pupils are developed to be concerned citizens and active contributors of society. They are imbued with both MOE and school core values so as to be able to serve the school and nation with their hearts and minds. Through the Contemporary Issues lessons, pupils are also equipped with social emotional and 21st century competencies.

P1 - P6

Whole year

Values in Action (VIA)

Values in Action (VIA) are experiences that support students' development as socially responsible citizens who contribute meaningfully to the community, through the learning and application of values, knowledge and skills. VIA fosters student ownership over how they contribute to the school and community. Programmes like VIA in CNY, Food donations, Children’s Day Appeal, Clean As We Go (CAWG), and Water Wednesdays are some opportunities of students' experiences on VIA.

P1 - P6

Whole year