National Education
National Education/Character and Citizenship Education
National Education (NE)
In Si Ling Primary School, we believe in active citizenship among our students. As such, National Education (NE) allow our students to explore and examine their identity as citizens in relation to society and the world, and arrive at a common set of ideals and values. In 2017, NE is anchored on the following citizenship dispositions;
There will be four NE Commemorative Days that we commemorate in Si Ling Primary School; Total Defence Day (TDD), International Friendship Day (IFD), Racial Harmony Day (RHD) and National Day. For each commemorative day, there will be customize learning activities and follow up programmes.
As for a cohort experience, it ranges from the Museum-based Learning programme for Primary 4 students with specific connections to Social Studies and Character and Citizenship Education (CCE), Primary 5 NE Show and NE Quiz for our Primary 6 students.
Character and Citizenship Education (CCE)
Si Ling Primary school’s vision of ‘Every Si Ling pupil a scholar who Leads and Serves’ are premised on CCE core values of Respect, Responsibility, Resilience, Integrity, Care and Harmony. This is to provide a holistic experiences for the physical, leadership, social and moral development of our students for the betterment of self and society.
With this integration, the learning of CCE are infused across our different existing programes , such as Civics and Moral Education (CME), National Education (NE), Cyber Wellness, Sexuality Education, Education Career Guidance (ECG) and Values In Action (VIA).
Total Defence Day
Si Ling Primary School commemorated Total Defence Day (TDD) to renew our commitment to keep Singapore safe and strong. The TDD’s special assembly programme featured Navy Officer LTC Jonathan Liu, who shared how the Navy plays a vital role in keeping Singapore safe.
The fun continued at recess with quizzes, emergency packing, card games and costume try-ons! The activities were carried out by our teachers and parent volunteers, making it a fun and enriching experience for our students.
Racial Harmony Day
The theme for this year’s RHD was Diversity, Our Strength. Since the founding of Singapore in 1819, we have always been a community that has tapped on the strengths of our differences in the pursuit of a common goal to make Singapore our home.
Racial Harmony Day serves to remind our pupils that social division can cost us dearly and that race and religion are potential fault lines in Singapore society. It is a day for us to reflect on, and celebrate our success as a harmonious nation and a society which is built on a rich diversity of cultures and heritages.
National Day
The school celebrated National Day with a vibrant and meaningful programme that bought the school community together in pride and joy. Students took part in class-based activities that encouraged reflection on Singapore’s heritage, including meaningful discussions and hands-on tasks that helped them express what they are grateful for as young Singaporeans and what makes them proud to live in Singapore. The school also produced a special National Day music video featuring pupils, celebrating the spirit of “Majulah Singapura” and unity in our nation. In the hall, students enjoyed an energetic dance workout together, reinforcing teamwork and school spirit, followed by a sing-along session that got the pupils and staff singing to the tune of some National Day Songs.
International Friendship Day
Our school commemorated International Friendship Day (IFD) to emphasize the importance for Singapore to maintain good relations with our neighbouring ASEAN countries. This year’s theme, “Forging Friendships in a Complex World”, highlights the importance of international cooperation in an increasingly interconnected and rapidly evolving global landscape. Through IFD, our students gained greater awareness of Singapore’s geopolitical realities and reflected on the value of friendship, collaboration among diverse communities, cross-cultural skills, and developing a global mindset.
In line with this year’s focus country, the Philippines, our pupil emcees shared engaging presentations featuring its demographics, places of interest, festivals, food and rich cultural heritage. The assembly concluded on a high note with a lively cultural performance that showcased the vibrancy and traditions of the Filipino community.
Beyond the assembly, students were immersed in Filipino culture through a variety of recess activities. They participated in hands-on craft activities and had the opportunity to don traditional Filipino costumes and accessories, experiencing the culture in a meaningful and engaging way. An interactive online quiz via iPads further tested their knowledge, while CCE lessons deepened their understanding of ASEAN and Singapore’s role within the region.
It was truly an enriching and memorable experience, equipping our students with a stronger appreciation of cultural diversity and the importance of building meaningful connections in a complex world.