<![CDATA[DSA 2012]]>[Moderator's Note: This is a continuation thread. The previous thread can be found here: http://www.kiasuparents.com/kiasu/forum/viewtopic.php?f=48&t=60749]


Hi my friend's son next year S1 in RI. She is looking for one parent who drives his son to RI. Kindly help her to fetch her son to school every morning also. She stays in Jurong West Ave 1 (Near Jurong Green CC). She will pay S$100 for every month as thanks. If you are interested, please call Madam Li at 90261655. :thankyou:

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ruohoo97:
Nebbermind:

But a lot of these sports kids are very disciplined, and probably spent a lot more time on their sports than academic stuff prior to their psle. So their psle scores may not truly reflect on their academic capability, n with their disciplined character, catching up may not be a problem.

Also seen a couple of gep, tidah apa type, slacker, underperformers...outside people probably thought they were hothoused coz of the non stellar results. But can suddenly wake up after prelim n scored good enough for RI...definitely unreleased potential previously n not short of brainjuice....but one thing, may be difficult to work with as adult if donch change.

That is so true. In fact, those who are very driven and motivated, mostly do very well in both academic and sports. I have come to know quite number of them, when they were in primary school, from top class, as well as National Finalists; one of them even opted out from GEP, the parents felt his plate was already too full,:)

For those sports children who spend many hours training, perhaps they know they have less time to study, so they learn to study more efficiently (remembing Ksi); Sports also provide stress relief during stressful PSLE year, as least my DD said so. :lol

Agree totally! DS's school sports team comprises of award-winning students and prefects. Sports bring out the drive to excel, to play to win, and win together as a team. It also teaches kids to play with intention, with strategy, that to go in and win a game, the team doesn't just play to its best ability; it takes analysis and strategy, studying the opponent team's strengths and weaknesses and juxtaposing them with theirs, and then thinking of strategy to gain the advantage. All these translate into an excellent, disciplined learning posture in academics.

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]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/925534https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/925534Sat, 29 Dec 2012 04:16:57 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to DSA 2012 on Sun, 23 Dec 2012 06:28:53 GMT]]>

nz:
Hi,


I need advice on DSA via CCA route.

If a child is accepted based on a particular CCA, does that mean he/she have to stay put in that particular CCA throughout her secondary education and will not be allowed to change to other CCA?
Thanks.
Yes. You are right.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/922590https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/922590Sun, 23 Dec 2012 06:28:53 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to DSA 2012 on Sun, 23 Dec 2012 05:00:05 GMT]]>Hi,


I need advice on DSA via CCA route.

If a child is accepted based on a particular CCA, does that mean he/she have to stay put in that particular CCA throughout her secondary education and will not be allowed to change to other CCA?
Thanks.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/922557https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/922557Sun, 23 Dec 2012 05:00:05 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to DSA 2012 on Tue, 18 Dec 2012 10:23:40 GMT]]>Hi, just want to check if we need to bring any docs for the orientation. Thanks!

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/919970https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/919970Tue, 18 Dec 2012 10:23:40 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to DSA 2012 on Tue, 18 Dec 2012 09:47:42 GMT]]>Oh ya… it’s 8.30am… I am blur…

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/919958https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/919958Tue, 18 Dec 2012 09:47:42 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to DSA 2012 on Tue, 18 Dec 2012 06:42:11 GMT]]>

Kind_Soul:
Thanks, I know my child is confirmed in the Sec indicated in the result slip.

Suppose just report as usual, 8.30am...
Yes, on 20th Dec just report to Sec school in Primary school uniform at 8:30am. 😄

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/919861https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/919861Tue, 18 Dec 2012 06:42:11 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to DSA 2012 on Tue, 18 Dec 2012 05:04:26 GMT]]>

temptemp:
anyone knows the registration on 20-Dec @8am what's the process & will take how long?

I thought it is 8.30am? You may try to log in to the sch website to check. Some schs stated Student identification (EZ Link carad), Pri Sch report book and other documentations as stated in the admission letter (? no idea what it is). They may also post the new booklist in their website, so you can print it out and decide the books to purchase rather than scramble on the spot. My sis did that last year. They go to the bookshop 1st while child is still in the sch hall having briefing and manage to beat the queue and hence finish quite early.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/919831https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/919831Tue, 18 Dec 2012 05:04:26 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to DSA 2012 on Tue, 18 Dec 2012 03:34:08 GMT]]>anyone knows the registration on 20-Dec @8am what’s the process & will take how long?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/919797https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/919797Tue, 18 Dec 2012 03:34:08 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to DSA 2012 on Tue, 18 Dec 2012 01:59:49 GMT]]>Thanks, I know my child is confirmed in the Sec indicated in the result slip.

Suppose just report as usual, 8.30am…

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/919744https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/919744Tue, 18 Dec 2012 01:59:49 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to DSA 2012 on Mon, 17 Dec 2012 13:12:32 GMT]]>

Kind_Soul:
Just wonder... anyone can advise?

Your DSA choice of school should be printed on the form that indicate what you are eligible for, like if u r eligible for 3rd Lang and/or HCL, etc.
So there won't be any SMS on which school posted but think will receive for which 3rd Lang if any.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/919600https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/919600Mon, 17 Dec 2012 13:12:32 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to DSA 2012 on Mon, 17 Dec 2012 09:13:10 GMT]]>I don’t think those kids who are successful becos of DSA will get an SMS. It should be printed in the official result cert. If you are still anxious, check with the prospective school what time and where to report.


All the best

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/919520https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/919520Mon, 17 Dec 2012 09:13:10 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to DSA 2012 on Mon, 17 Dec 2012 07:21:48 GMT]]>

Kind_Soul:
Just wonder... anyone can advise?

Why did u ask this? The PSLE result slip would have indicated the sec school and the time/date a pupil to report to when he/she is successful. Only those who had to go through the S1 posting would be informed where they are heading to on 19th Dec.

If a confirmation in the form of SMS is what you meant then do not expect it if you are not waiting for S1 posting. If you are referring to future DSA application then look into the PSLE result slip carefully for confirmation if you are not convinced with the confirmation letter that you will receive from the school that you have successfully obtained a CO.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/919488https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/919488Mon, 17 Dec 2012 07:21:48 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to DSA 2012 on Mon, 17 Dec 2012 00:43:52 GMT]]>Just wonder… anyone can advise?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/919271https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/919271Mon, 17 Dec 2012 00:43:52 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to DSA 2012 on Thu, 06 Dec 2012 03:55:37 GMT]]>In my kid’s school, those girls who DSA sports have to change their class test timing and days frequently because clash with extensive training before competition. Very very disruptive. Some swimmers have to start practise swimming at 6am. Reach school about 8-9am. At least swimming pool in Bt Timah nearby from Anderson Road.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/914742https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/914742Thu, 06 Dec 2012 03:55:37 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to DSA 2012 on Thu, 06 Dec 2012 01:59:55 GMT]]>

Nebbermind:
But a lot of these sports kids are very disciplined, and probably spent a lot more time on their sports than academic stuff prior to their psle. So their psle scores may not truly reflect on their academic capability, n with their disciplined character, catching up may not be a problem.

Also seen a couple of gep, tidah apa type, slacker, underperformers...outside people probably thought they were hothoused coz of the non stellar results. But can suddenly wake up after prelim n scored good enough for RI...definitely unreleased potential previously n not short of brainjuice....but one thing, may be difficult to work with as adult if donch change.
That is so true. In fact, those who are very driven and motivated, mostly do very well in both academic and sports. I have come to know quite number of them, when they were in primary school, from top class, as well as National Finalists; one of them even opted out from GEP, the parents felt his plate was already too full,:)

For those sports children who spend many hours training, perhaps they know they have less time to study, so they learn to study more efficiently (remembing Ksi); Sports also provide stress relief during stressful PSLE year, as least my DD said so. :lol

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/914694https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/914694Thu, 06 Dec 2012 01:59:55 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to DSA 2012 on Wed, 05 Dec 2012 02:55:36 GMT]]>

watmekiasu:
ruohoo97:

[quote=\"adelynn75\"]Is there any minimum academic results for DSA via sports?


If you intent to apply RGS, yes, there is provisional offer for some sports DSA, PSLE >235.

I am very curious to know how these students cope with their academics - their schoolmates are generally 260 and above. If they can keep up, then it gives great hopes to others hoping to DSA into the school.[/quote]I know of some sports DSA girls in RGS. They are doing very well. Perhaps the IP syllabus suits them.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/914243https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/914243Wed, 05 Dec 2012 02:55:36 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to DSA 2012 on Wed, 05 Dec 2012 00:34:52 GMT]]>But a lot of these sports kids are very disciplined, and probably spent a lot more time on their sports than academic stuff prior to their psle. So their psle scores may not truly reflect on their academic capability, n with their disciplined character, catching up may not be a problem.

Also seen a couple of gep, tidah apa type, slacker, underperformers…outside people probably thought they were hothoused coz of the non stellar results. But can suddenly wake up after prelim n scored good enough for RI…definitely unreleased potential previously n not short of brainjuice…but one thing, may be difficult to work with as adult if donch change.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/914166https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/914166Wed, 05 Dec 2012 00:34:52 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to DSA 2012 on Tue, 04 Dec 2012 13:36:48 GMT]]>

ruohoo97:
adelynn75:

Is there any minimum academic results for DSA via sports?


If you intent to apply RGS, yes, there is provisional offer for some sports DSA, PSLE >235.

I am very curious to know how these students cope with their academics - their schoolmates are generally 260 and above. If they can keep up, then it gives great hopes to others hoping to DSA into the school.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/914061https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/914061Tue, 04 Dec 2012 13:36:48 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to DSA 2012 on Tue, 04 Dec 2012 10:36:02 GMT]]>

adelynn75:
Is there any minimum academic results for DSA via sports?

If you intent to apply RGS, yes, there is provisional offer for some sports DSA, PSLE >235.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/913980https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/913980Tue, 04 Dec 2012 10:36:02 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to DSA 2012 on Tue, 04 Dec 2012 09:37:41 GMT]]>

adelynn75:
Is there any minimum academic results for DSA via sports?

I believe different schools have different requirements. If I'm not wrong I think for Singapore Sports School need to get a PSLE score of at least Express stream + DSA via sports.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/913958https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/913958Tue, 04 Dec 2012 09:37:41 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to DSA 2012 on Tue, 04 Dec 2012 09:32:44 GMT]]>Is there any minimum academic results for DSA via sports?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/913953https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/913953Tue, 04 Dec 2012 09:32:44 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to DSA 2012 on Mon, 03 Dec 2012 14:56:36 GMT]]>

clay569:
Peony:



For 1) it depends on the sch u are applying for. For the IP sch my DD applied for, am not sure, but I thought that all were invited for the HAST test. Then only shortlisted students were invited for the interview. I felt this was very fair as different Schs have different level of difficulty hence, inviting all to sit for the same test is the way to go. I'm referring to DSA via academics.

For 2) selection is based on PSLE score. Many rejected students have made it to their dream sch via their actual results.

Skyed, Peony, thanks!

Is it advisable to prepare for GAT test? What does it test? I saw on random page in this thread that it tests shapes and patterns. Does this still hold true now?

There is no need to prepare GAT test. However, part of GAT test for NYGH and RGS was in fact the same. :?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/913588https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/913588Mon, 03 Dec 2012 14:56:36 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to DSA 2012 on Mon, 03 Dec 2012 14:53:52 GMT]]>

Peony:


For 1) it depends on the sch u are applying for. For the IP sch my DD applied for, am not sure, but I thought that all were invited for the HAST test. Then only shortlisted students were invited for the interview. I felt this was very fair as different Schs have different level of difficulty hence, inviting all to sit for the same test is the way to go. I'm referring to DSA via academics.

For 2) selection is based on PSLE score. Many rejected students have made it to their dream sch via their actual results.
Skyed, Peony, thanks!

Is it advisable to prepare for GAT test? What does it test? I saw on random page in this thread that it tests shapes and patterns. Does this still hold true now?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/913586https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/913586Mon, 03 Dec 2012 14:53:52 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to DSA 2012 on Mon, 03 Dec 2012 13:53:12 GMT]]>

clay569:
My apologies if my questions are already covered previously but it's kind of impossible to pore through thousand over pages. Could you help me with these questions?


1) for non-GEP, what results for p4/p5/p6 are good enough to try for DSA to ri?

2) is it true that if a child did not manage to get into selection shortlist or wait list, then he need not even try to put ri in s1 form?

Tia!
For 1) it depends on the sch u are applying for. For the IP sch my DD applied for, am not sure, but I thought that all were invited for the HAST test. Then only shortlisted students were invited for the interview. I felt this was very fair as different Schs have different level of difficulty hence, inviting all to sit for the same test is the way to go. I'm referring to DSA via academics.

For 2) selection is based on PSLE score. Many rejected students have made it to their dream sch via their actual results.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/913555https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/913555Mon, 03 Dec 2012 13:53:12 GMT