206 and 210: Class test on Chapter 2.4 and 3

Hi classes, please be reminded that the class test will be held on Thursday (03/04/2008). Topics are Chapter 2.4 and the entire Chapter 3 (Simple algebraic fractions). Calculators are allowed. Please revise and be well prepared for the paper. You should be able to do well if you prepare sufficiently.

106: Group presentations for Chapter 13 Transmission of Heat

Hi class, please start working on the group presentation that is due on Thur (03/03/2008). Each group will be given 10 min to present their ideas. As there are 2 groups working on the same sub topic, you can further spread out the workload.

S/no 1 -10: Conduction
11-20: Convection
21-29: Conduction
30-38: Convection

Do use the textbook as a reference. And feel free to use the internet to get more information. Not to worry, i do not need to see beautiful animation. More importantly is the content of the presentation. At the end of the lesson, i will correct all the mistakes/fill in the necessary gaps in your presentations. And then we will move on from there. Do not worry if you think you have not prepared sufficiently. More important is that i want to see the team work in the class and also give you an opporunity to be in the shoes of a teacher.

All the best! Feel free to approach me if you have any queries regarding the topic.

306: Check your wizlearn for notes and worksheets

Hi class, please check your Wizlearn for the notes and worksheets on Chapter 1 to 3 for your Physics. I've uploaded them in case you need them for reference. I will upload the subsequent chapters as we move in the year ahead.

306: Physics Class test in the coming week

Hi class, please note that the class test will be held next week (Friday - 04/03/2008). You will be tested on Chapter 3 Forces. Calculators are allowed. For those who still owe me homework, you know who you are and quickly finish them up and leave them in my pigeon hole by this coming Monday.

202 and 210: Reminder for Math

Hi all, please be prepared for the Math class test on Chapter 2.4 and 3. It will be held on a double period. Do also remember to bring your Math 3A textbook as we will be starting on Chapter 3 Linear inequalities.

Doing the right thing (for all my students)

Another nugget of advice that i have for all my students.

It is never easy to do the right thing. What students and young people face are the tremendous peer pressure from other friends when they try to attempt to do what is right. Young people, do not be afraid to do so! Stand up for what is right. Though others may laugh at you, you have a clear conscience as you know that what you are doing is right. Do not think that the majority is always right. Sometimes, the opposite is true instead.

Another thing is the choice of friends. As the saying goes 近朱者赤, 近墨者黑. How true is this saying! If you are able to overcome the peer pressure and make friends who are more academically inclined, i'm sure you will learn the good things from them, and your attitude towards learning will improve. If you choose to make the wrong friends, i'm afraid that its only a matter of time before you learn all the wrong things. Having said all those, i'm not asking you all to break away from those friends who influence you the wrong way. You can still be friends with them, but you need not be on too close terms with them. Win them over with your determination to study, and i think they will be in awe of you, rather than laugh at you.

In fact, all that what i am saying stems from my belief, which is Christianity. The world may think that those who are doing right are fools, but they are actually loved in the sight of God. That is why i am determined that all of you learn the right things and not the wrong things. Education is supposed to make you a better person both in head knowledge and in character. No use having a student who is smart but does not have a good character. I just hope those who have been falling behind can awake to their senses and think about the future ahead should you continue to wallow in your current bad state.

202: Math homework (Ex. 3.5)

Hi class, this homework is to be done in Math 1. To be submitted to your M1 by tomorrow (27 Mar 2008 Friday). Ex 3.5 Pg 81
Q1(j)
2(j)
3
4

210: Math homework (Ex 3.5)

Hi class, this homework is to be done in Math 1. To be submitted to your M1 by tomorrow (27 Mar 2008 Friday). Ex 3.5 Pg 81
Q1(j)
2(j)
3
4

Words of wisdom (for all my students)

It is not easy being a student nowadays. When i was in secondary school about some 15 years back, i don't recall being so involved in school activities. I hope this advice doesn't come too late for all of you.

1. You need to be self disciplined in order to do well in studies. Do not succumb to your temptations, such as playing computer games, blogging and procrastinating your homework and doing it at the last minute. Perhaps some of you might find it overwhelming now that you are in sec sch, but this is all about managing your time well and we want you all to learn how to manage your own time. After all, you are growing up and its time for you all to learn to manage yourselves. Do seek advice and consult your teachers or classmates when you need help.

2. Prioritise what is important and needs to be done. Sometimes, you might realise you have a lot of homework. Do what is most urgent first and then do the rest. Most important and urgent thing to be done first, and then in descending order of importance and urgency. It does take a while to get used to it.

3. Consult others when in doubt. Feel free to approach the teachers after school if you need help. We are paid to assist you all in your studies. Otherwise, ask your other classmates who are doing well in the subject matter, or ask your siblings or parents if they are well equipped with the knowledge that you need. When in doubt, ask! Ask and it shall be given unto you, seek and ye shall find, knock and it shall be opened unto you (from the Bible).

4. Get some exercise once in a while if you feel unmotivated to study. Or you can have a short time of games to unwind you. Need not always be computer games. Do some reading to take your mind off studies for a while. I understand that exercise will release endorphins which will aid you in your studies. Also, it is good to keep fit while you can. You need a balanced lifestyle. Having said that, i do not encourage long hours in front of the computer as it will damage your eyesight ( i had to wear spectacles cos i played too much video games when i was in pri school. All my other family members do not wear spectacles. See what i mean?)

These are some little nuggets that i have for all of you. Back to studies for you! =)

210: Math Homework (Ex. 3.4)

Hi class, please take note that the deadline for the homework is tomorrow (27/03/08 Thursday). The questions are to be done in Math 4.

Q4, 8, 10, 11, 13.

202: Math Homework (Ex 3.4)

Hi class, please take note that the deadline for the homework is today (26/03/08 Wed). The questions are to be done in Math 4.

Q4, 8, 10, 11, 13.

106: Physics lessons on (27/03/08 Thursday)

Hi 106, please be reminded to bring your Physics workbook and textbook for Physics lessons on Thursday (27/03/08). We will start on the new chapter (Chapter 13 Transmission of Heat).

210 and 202: Latest update for Class Test (week of 31/03/2008)

Hi all, just to confirm that the class test that i mentioned today is on TB 2A Chapter 2.4 (need to know factorisation of various quadratic expressions) and the entire Chapter 3 Simple Algebraic Fractions (if we finish all by this week). It will be counted towards your grades for SA1 and will be held during a double period class. Please revise and be prepared for the test. I'm sure you will be able to do well for it.

210: Class test next week (week of 31/03/2008)

Hi class, pl take note that there will be a class test (during one of the double periods next week). This class test will count towards your SA1, and the topics tested are as follows:

TB 2A Chapter 2 Expansion and Factorisation of Algebraic Expressions
TB2A Chapter 3 Simple Algebraic Fractions (might not be the entire topic depending where we end this week, i will update again.)

210: Math Homework (Ex 3.3)

Hi class,

the homework for today is TB2A, Ex 3.3 Pg 73. Pl do in Math 3. To be submitted tomorrow (25/03/08) to Dorothy.

Q1(j)
2(j)
3(j)
4, 5

306: Physics Task for the Easter holidays

Hi class, please remember to finish up on the Forces worksheet. I will go through with you all when i see you on Tuesday (24 March 2008).

202 and 210: Holiday Homework (Ex 2.4)

Hi 202 and 210, please take note that you have to submit your homework to your class M4. This homework was supposed to have been done in Math 4 during the holidays.

The questions are in TB Pg 58,
Q1(f)
2(f)
3(f)
4(f)
5

Please submit them ASAP. Thanks.

106: Travel Declaration Forms (Reminder)

Hi class, please remember to get your parents to sign and bring the Travel Declaration forms latest by tomorrow (20/03/08 Thur).

202: Math Edusave Form

Hi class, please remember to get your parents to sign and bring the Math Edusave forms latest by tomorrow.

210: Math Homework (Ex. 3.2)

Hi class 210, this homework is to be done in Math 2 (to be submitted on 20/03/2008, Thur).

TB 2A, Pg 69
Q1(d), (h)
Q2(d), (h)
Q3

106: Health check on 26th Mar

Hi class, please be reminded that your health check is on 26 Mar (Wed). Do be reminded to be in your PE attire. The time and venue to report is 1030 at CR D2 (4th floor, above the library). I expect to see all of you in the proper attire. Thanks.

106: Physics homework due (19/03/08 Wed)

Hi 106, please be reminded that your homework for the Term 1 break is due tomorrow. The homeworks are as follows:

Pr Bk 3.1
WB activity 3.1

Please submit to Yu Xuan. Thanks!

210: Math Homework (Ex 3.1)

Hi 210, take note that this homework is to be done in Math 1, to be submitted on 19/03/08 (Wed).

TB 2A Pg 65
Q1(b), (c), (g), (h), (i)
Q2(c), (f), (j)
Q4

202: Math Homework (Ex 3.2)

Hi class 202, this homework is to be done in Math 2 (to be submitted on 20/03/2008, Thur).

TB 2A, Pg 69
Q1(d), (h)
Q2(d), (h)
Q3

202: Math Homework (Ex 3.1)

Hi 202, take note that this homework is to be done in Math 1, to be submitted on 19/03/08.

TB 2A Pg 65
Q1(c), (i)
Q2(c), (f), (j)
Q4

106: Class timetable for Term 2

Hi class, just to note that the current timetable is only valid from 17 to 21 March 2008. The confirmed one will be given out next week.