Recognition & Motivation

After thoughts, Best Wishes Corner (ABC)

In order to promote a culture of appreciation and gain deeper reflections about school programmes and events, the ABC (After thoughts, Best wishes Corner) was conceptualized. Teachers and pupils tap on their creativity in designing cards to express their best wishes or show their appreciation. It is also used for pupils to pen down their reflections after different school based programmes/ events to promote better learning. The sharings promoted camaraderie and a greater sense of belonging amongst pupils as they learn more about their schoolmates’ thoughts and feelings about school, its people and programmes.

Model Class Award

The Model Class Award is part of our school’s efforts to develop and recognise pupils in their Values, Skills and Knowledge on the platform of a class level so they may become useful and responsible citizens of good character.

This is also in line with our school philosophy of “Every Child Matters” and Holistic Awards Framework (HAF) so that we can:

Recognise pupils’ efforts and achievements
Raise pupils’ performance
Foster pupils’ motivation to learn
Maximise pupils’ engagement to learn

CCE Areas	What it teaches
Knowledge	What self-discipline means and entails and what it looks like in practice The need to make the right decisions
Skills	Cooperation amongst peers Self-Discipline
Values /Attitudes	Consideration for others’ thoughts and feelings Responsibility in caring for one’s own well-being Harmony with others

Example of Monthly Themes & Processes

A theme is announced monthly and every class will be observed and judged for the month by either teachers or parent volunteers. Recognition and certification will be awarded to one class per level.

Month	Theme	Process
January	Best Decorated Classroom	Classroom decoration will be observed based on a set of criteria set by the school
February	Best Attired	A Spot Check will be conducted on pupils’ appearance. Classes with the least offences recorded win.
March	Best in Lining Up	Classes will be observed during morning assembly and recess. Classes with the most number of teacher votes win.
April	Cleanest Class	• Classroom cleanliness will be observed
May	Most Punctual Class	Classes will be observed based on school late coming records from January to May. Classes with the least latecomers win.

Holistic Awards Framework (HAF)

To further enhance the importance of holistic education for our pupils, the school has adopted a whole-school approach in recognising pupils for their efforts, contributions and achievements in the five domains, namely the Cognitive, Aesthetics, Physical, Social & Moral and Leadership through the Holistic Awards Framework (HAF). The HAF certificates are presented to pupils by the School Leaders or teachers during assembly upon the completion of events. Pupils are strongly encouraged to file the certificates well as they can be useful for direct admission to secondary schools and beyond.

Meaning of the Mascots in HAF

P6 Motivation Programme

The Primary 6 Motivation Programme is a series of compact workshops spread across Terms 1 to 3. It is aimed to support our primary six pupils by providing them with the requisite skills and mental resilience training so that they can be better motivated and equipped to handle the stresses of being a PSLE candidate.

Programme Framework:

Timeline	Key Focus	Activities	Rationale
Term 1	Goal Setting & Self Discovery	Mass Lecture on Hierarchy of Needs & Different Learner Types	Understanding own needs Knowing what is your learning style
	Goal Setting & Self Discovery	Paper Cutting	Understanding that everyone is unique with different learning styles Working as a team to help each other improve
	Focusing Your Attention & Understanding Your Own Motivation	Vision Board Making & “Hugging”	Setting Goals & Vision for year ahead Understanding the purpose for these goals
Term 2	Exam skills & Time Management	Integrated with CCE Dept P6 Lifeskills Package	• Revising exam skills and time management in exams
Beginning of Term 3	Dealing with Stress	Integrated with CCE Dept P6 Lifeskills Package	Knowing the importance of stress management Learning methods to reduce and manage stress
Mid-Term 3	Motivation & Resilience Using Positive Thoughts	Alumni/ Guest talk	Inspiring oneself from the example of others Sharing of personal stories from someone relatable
End Term 3	Self-Reflection	Circle Time sharing	Reflecting on what has been learnt and gaining strength and support through mutual sharing of feelings & thoughts.
End Term 3	Self-Reflection	Re-visitation of Vision Board	Re-affirming Vision & Goals before PSLE.

Paper Cutting & Vision Board Making: