Announcements

Term 3 Week 8 Sun 18 Aug 2019

Dear Parents & Year 1 Josephians,

Year 1 Matters

1. Survey for Year 1 Josephians ; To complete by Tue 20 Aug

The school is conducting two surveys. The surveys are in two areas student development and teaching and learning.

Please use the links to complete the surveys.

2019 Y1 - PART 1 / https://forms.gle/kUgUUbouShjJFBRFA

2019 Y1 - PART 2-3 / https://forms.gle/fPuMhXbyVcEuJ4eM6

2. Year 1 CCA Stand-down from Thu 5 Sep till Wed 18 Oct

• To help the Year 1s prepare for their End-of-Year (EOY) Examinations, kindly note that all CCA training will stand-down from Thu 5 Sep.

3. EOY Examination Schedule [Available on Thu 22 Aug 2019]

• Click <here> for Schedule
• Click <here> for Schedule (Format)

4. Working together to prevent Dengue

• Please click <here> for letter from the school.

Measures to Manage Dengue Fever

• Please do take time to look through these <slides>.

5. Year 1 Catholic Matters

• Daily Morning Prayer (Thu @ 0810h) at 0710h @ SJI Chapel.
• Wednesday Mass at 0710h @ SJI Chapel.
• Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help every Tuesday at 1500h @ Chapel
• Monthly Rosary Prayer session by parents - please do check with parents when it is held

6. Invitation to SJI Parents' Wellness Day II on Sat 31 Aug 2019, from 0900 - 1200 h

Dear Parents,

We had such a good time during the last Parents’ Wellness Day … that we are now back for part II.

Event: SJI Parents’ Wellness Day II

Date: 31 Aug 2019 (Saturday)

Time: 9am to 12noon

Venue: SJI Indoor Sports Hall, Training Room

Oxigeno

• Many of us have heard of yoga or pilates.
• Have you heard of Oxigeno?
• Yoga + Pilates = Oxigeno!
• Be the first few to try out this new form of exercise.

Bring your exercise mat and come join us!

Brain Health and Nutrition

• Exam period is round the corner.
• How do we support our teens during this stressful period?
• Come find out from a nutritionist on how to prepare healthy snacks to boost their brain power!

Sign up now at https://forms.gle/3qRdxBDJ3MS1rzFq9 .

Registration will end on 23 Aug 2019.

This is a complimentary event organised by SJI PSG.

Please feel free to forward this invite to other SJI Parents.

Best regards,

SJI PSG

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Schedule for Term 3 Week 8 - 19 to 23 Aug

• Mon 19 Aug - Normal School Day *
• Tue 20 Aug - Normal School Day *
• Wed 21 Aug - Normal School Day *
• Thu 22 Aug - Normal School Day * (ADM)
• Fri 23 Aug - Normal School Day * (Science Showcase)

* Dismissal as per time-table

Schedule for Term 3 Week 9 - 26 to 30 Aug

• Mon 26 Aug - Normal School Day *
• Tue 27 Aug - Normal School Day *
• Wed 28 Aug - Normal School Day *
• Thu 29 Aug - Normal School Day * (ADM)
• Fri 30 Aug - Normal School Day *

* Dismissal as per time-table

Schedule for Term 3 Week 10 - 2 Aug to 6 Sep

• Mon 2 Sep - Normal School Day *
• Tue 3 Sep - Normal School Day *
• Wed 4 Sep - Visit to SG Bi-Centennial **
• Thu 5 Sep - Normal School Day * (Teachers’ Day Mass)
• Fri 6 Sep - Teachers’ Day School Holiday ***

* Dismissal as per time-table ** More details when available

*** No school for all students

Have a Blessed Week Ahead!

Mrs Nicole Khoo

Head of Level 1, 2019

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Term 3 Week 6 Sun 4 Aug 2019

Dear Parents & Year 1 Josephians,

We move into a short week at school which includes National Day Celebrations at Bedok Reservoir. The SJI Annual Cross Country will be the highlight of the National Day celebrations! Have fun during the run!

Year 1 Matters

1. Parent Gateway App

• If you are not on board, please refer to the letter sent out by the school on Wed 22 May 2019.
• Click <here> for the letter to Parents and click <here> for instructions to download Parent Gateway App.

2. Annual Cross Country at Bedok Reservoir on Thu 8 Aug 2019

• Date: Thu 8 Aug 2019
• Venue : Bedok Reservoir (Assemble at the area where the Boat Shed is located)
• Time : Assemble by 0715 h
• Attire: Fraternity T Shirts, PE shorts and appropriate footwear (unless advised otherwise by CCA/Helper)
• For PPT presentation, click <here>,
• To access the website <here>
• For Notice to Parent form, click<here>. NTP forms must be printed, signed and submitted to the teacher by Tue 6 Aug 2019. However, If you are able to respond via Parent Gateway, please do so by this weekend.

3. Working together to prevent Dengue

• Please click <here> for letter from the school.

Measures to Manage Dengue Fever

• Please do take time to look through these <slides>.

4. Year 1 Catholic Matters

• Daily Morning Prayer (Thu @ 0810h) at 0710h @ SJI Chapel.
• Wednesday Mass at 0710h @ SJI Chapel.
• Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help every Tuesday at 1500h @ Chapel
• Monthly Rosary Prayer session by parents - please do check with parents when it is held

Schedule for Term 3 Week 6 - 5 to 9 Aug

• Mon 5 Aug - Normal School Day *
• Tue 6 Aug - Normal School Day *
• Wed 7 Aug - Normal School Day *
• Thu 8 Aug - SJI National Day Celebrations & Cross Country
• Fri 9 Aug - Public Holiday (National Day)

*Dismissal as per time-table

Schedule for Term 3 Week 7 - 12 to 16 Aug

• Mon 12 Aug - Hari Raya Haji (Replacement Public Holiday)
• Tue 13 Aug - Normal School Day *
• Wed 14 Aug - Normal School Day *
• Thu 15 Aug - Normal School Day * (ADM)
• Fri 16 Aug - Normal School Day *

* Dismissal as per time-table

Schedule for Term 3 Week 8 - 19 to 23 Aug

• Mon 19 Augl - Normal School Day *
• Tue 20 Aug - Normal School Day *
• Wed 21 Aug - Normal School Day *
• Thu 22 Aug - Normal School Day * (ADM)
• Fri 23 Aug - Normal School Day *

* Dismissal as per time-table

Have a Blessed Week Ahead!

Mrs Nicole Khoo

Head of Level 1, 2019

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Dear Parents and Year 1 Josephians,

SJI celebrated Racial Harmony Day on Friday 26 July with an array of activities to raise awareness of the common stereotypes people tend to have of different races.

Part of the celebrations included coming in ethnic costumes and enjoying yummy delights like "ang ku kueh", "muah chee", "kacang puteh" and a whole host of other traditional food fare.

Year 1 Matters

1. Working together to prevent Dengue

• Please click <here> for letter from the school.

Measures to Manage Dengue Fever

• Please do take time to look through these <slides>.

2. Annual Health Check by Health Promotion Board (HPB) from Mon 15 Jul - Tue 30 Jul

• Venue: ISH Training Room & PE Meeting Room
• Attire: All boys to be in PE Attire during Health Check.
• Click here for <Schedule>

3. Change in Reporting Time on Thursdays in Semester 2.

1. Please note that the reporting time for students on Thursdays in Semester 2 will be later unless otherwise stipulated. Morning Assembly will begin at 0830h on Thursdays in Semester 2 and students are

4. Year 1 Catholic Matters

• Daily Morning Prayer (Thu @ 0810h) at 0710h @ SJI Chapel.
• Wednesday Mass at 0710h @ SJI Chapel.
• Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help every Tuesday at 1500h @ Chapel
• Monthly Rosary Prayer session by parents - please do check with parents when it is held

Schedule for Term 3 Week 5 - 29 Jul to 2 Aug

• Mon 29 Jul - Normal School Day *
• Tue 30 Jul - Normal School Day *
• Wed 31 Jul - Normal School Day *
• Thu 1 Aug - Normal School Day * (ADM)
• Fri 2 Aug - Normal School Day *

* Dismissal as per time-table

Schedule for Term 3 Week 6 - 5 to 9 Aug

• Mon 5 Aug - Normal School Day *
• Tue 6 Aug - Normal School Day *
• Wed 7 Aug - Normal School Day *
• Thu 8 Aug - SJI National Day Celebrations & Cross Country **
• Fri 9 Aug - Public Holiday (National Day)

*Dismissal as per time-table

** Details to be made known when available

Schedule for Term 3 Week 7 - 12 to 16 Aug

• Mon 12 Aug - School Holiday (Replacement Holiday)
• Tue 13 Aug - Normal School Day *
• Wed 14 Aug - Normal School Day *
• Thu 15 Aug - Normal School Day * (ADM)
• Fri 16 Aug - Normal School Day *

* Dismissal as per time-table

Have a Blessed Week Ahead!

Mrs Nicole Khoo

Head of Level 1, 2019

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Term 3 Week 4 Fri 26 July 2019

Dear Parents and Year 1 Josephians,

Working together to prevent Dengue

Please click <here> for letter from the school.

Measures to Manage Dengue Fever

Please do take time to look through these <slides>.

What you can do too !

We would like to encourage you to take the opportunity to help your child stay vigilant by practising the following dengue preventive measures:

a) Practise the “5-step Mozzie Wipeout” with your child at home to reduce dengue transmission, so that we can keep everyone safe in the community.

b) If your child is showing symptoms suggestive of dengue, he/she should see the GPs early to be diagnosed. Refer to the MOH website for dengue symptoms https://www.moh.gov.sg/diseases-updates/dengue.

Your family may also wish to use mosquito repellents especially if your home is in a dengue cluster, to minimize mosquito bites and the possibility of dengue transmission.

If you wish to have the latest updates on dengue clusters, please visit https://www.nea.gov.sg/dengue-zika/dengue/dengue-clusters or use the myENV app.

TGIF

Mrs Nicole Khoo

Head of Level 1, 2019

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Term 3 Week 4 Sun 21 July 2019

Dear Parents and Year 1 Josephians,

In the Year 1 level assembly address, I emphasized the need to be reflective, effective communicators in our daily exchanges in whatsapp chats. The need to be positive in all we type/say to one another and to be kind and courteous in our conversations with one another will ensure that miscommunications will not occur.

As we approach mid Term 3, academic rigour will pick up. The advice is not to procrastinate. Be proactive in Initiating study groups or engaging in self study to start preparations for the year end examinations. There is help if you need it! Do consult your teachers for guidance if you require it.

Finally, in all that we do, remember to show gratitude and be appreciative of the people (whether parents, teachers, friends and even the aunties and uncles who clean up after us) for help they have rendered and good deeds they have done.

Year 1 Matters

1. Dismissal on Tue 23 July at 1230 h.

GCE O Level Mother Tongue Listening Comprehension day.

2. Annual Health Check by Health Promotion Board (HPB) from Mon 15 Jul - Tue 30 Jul

• Venue: ISH Training Room & PE Meeting Room
• Attire: All boys to be in PE Attire during Health Check.
• Click here for <Schedule>

3. Change in Reporting Time on Thursdays in Semester 2.

• Please note that the reporting time for students on Thursdays in Semester 2 will be later unless otherwise stipulated. Morning Assembly will begin at 0830h on Thursdays in Semester 2 and students are to be in school no later than 0825h.

4. Racial Harmony Celebrations on Fri 26th July.

As part of the commemoration, all students are invited to come to school in their traditional ethnic costumes. On that day, there will be a photo booth set up for all Year 1 to 4 classes to take photos with their form tutors. Prizes will be awarded to the classes in each level (Year 1 to 4) with:

• the highest number of students wearing ethnic costumes
• the most creative props (To be brought from home or hand-made with racial significance) e.g. Chinese lanterns, ketupat etc

5. Year 1 Catholic Matters

• Daily Morning Prayer (Thu @ 0810h) at 0710h @ SJI Chapel.
• Wednesday Mass at 0710h @ SJI Chapel.
• Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help every Tuesday at 1500h @ Chapel (Cancelled this week due to MTL Listening Comprehension).
• Monthly Rosary Prayer session by parents - please do check with parents when it is held

Schedule for Term 3 Week 4 - 22 to 26 Jul

• Mon 22 Jul - Normal School Day *
• Tue 23 Jul - Normal School Day * (GCE O Level MTL Listening Comprehension, school dismissal 1230 h)
• Wed 24 Jul - Normal School Day *
• Thu 25 Jul - Normal School Day *(ADM)
• Fri 26 Jul - Normal School Day * (Racial Harmony Day)

* Dismissal as per time-table

Schedule for Term 3 Week 5 - 29 Jul to 2 Aug

• Mon 29 Jul - Normal School Day *
• Tue 30 Jul - Normal School Day *
• Wed 31 Jul - Normal School Day *
• Thu 1 Aug - Normal School Day *
• Fri 2 Aug - Normal School Day *

* Dismissal as per time-table

Schedule for Term 3 Week 6 - 5 to 9 Aug

• Mon 5 Aug - Normal School Day *
• Tue 6 Aug - Normal School Day *
• Wed 7 Aug - Normal School Day *
• Thu 8 Aug - SJI National Day Celebrations & Cross Country **
• Fri 9 Aug - Public Holiday (National Day)

* Dismissal as per time-table

** Details to be made known when available

Have a Blessed Week Ahead!

Mrs Nicole Khoo

Head of Level 1, 2019

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Term 3 Week 3 Sun 14 July 2019

Dear Parents and Year 1 Josephians,

​Year 1 Matters

1. Annual Health Check by Health Promotion Board (HPB) from Mon 15 Jul - Tue 30 Jul

• Venue: ISH Training Room & PE Meeting Room
• Attire: All boys to be in PE Attire during Health Check.
• Click here for <Schedule>

2. Year 1 Catholic Matters

• Pilgrimage to Carmelite Monastery. Tue 16 July. 1430h - 1745h @ The Carmelite Convent Chapel, 196 Bukit Teresa Road
• Daily Morning Prayer (Thu @ 0810h) at 0710h @ SJI Chapel.
• Wednesday Mass at 0710h @ SJI Chapel.
• Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help every Tuesday at 1500h @ Chapel.
• Monthly Rosary Prayer session by parents - please do check with parents when it is held

3. Change in Reporting Time on Thursdays in Semester 2.

• Please note that the reporting time for students on Thursdays in Semester 2 will be later unless otherwise stipulated. Morning Assembly will begin at 0830h on Thursdays in Semester 2 and students are to be in school no later than 0825h.

4. Racial Harmony Celebrations

• Fri 26 July - students are invited to come to SJI in their ethnic attire. There will be a time to take photograph as a class in our colourful and diverse traditional attire, let's be a sport!

Schedule for Term 3 Week 3 - 15 to 19 Jul

• Mon 15 Jul - Normal School Day *
• Tue 16 Jul - Normal School Day * (Pilgrimage to Carmelite Monastery)
• Wed 17 Jul - Normal School Day *
• Thu 18 Jul - Normal School Day * (ADM)
• Fri 19 Jul - Normal School Day *

* Dismissal as per time-table

Schedule for Term 3 Week 4 - 22 to 26 Jul

• Mon 22 Jul - Normal School Day *
• Tue 23 Jul - Normal School Day *
• Wed 24 Jul - Normal School Day *
• Thu 25 Jul - Normal School Day *(School Safety Exercise 2/ADM)
• Fri 26 Jul - Normal School Day * ( Racial Harmony Day)

* Dismissal as per time-table

Upcoming events :

• Fri 9 Aug - National Day
• Mon 12 Aug - Replacement Public Holiday
• Fri 6 Sep - Teachers' Day

Have a Blessed Week Ahead!

Mrs Nicole Khoo

Head of Level 1, 2019

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Term 3 Week 2 Sun 7 July 2019

Dear Parents and Year 1 Josephians,

At the start of the new term, the boys were reminded of the need to take ownership - being punctual for school, on-task in their school work and attending CCA. They will remember " we strive to be early, not on time". Being punctual is an important virtue as it shows consideration and responsibility. It is an important habit to cultivate in our young to prepare them for the world of work. The school looks forward to your support and partnership on this matter. Students are expected to be on campus by 0725 hours and by 0825 hours on Thursdays. Parents are to note that all school gates will also be shut promptly at 0725 hours daily and by 0825 hours on Thursdays.

A gentle reminder that parental assistance in continuously checking on your son's personal grooming (e.g. haircut, nails, etc) will be most appreciated.

Year 1 Matters

1. YOUTH DAY school holiday on Mon 8 Jul
2. Anti-Bullying Campaign (ABC) on Tue 9 Jul A half an hour session will be conducted by the Year 2 ABC Ambassadors during PSE.
3. MOELC Examination Information and Schedules
   • Click<here> for details.
4. Annual Health Check by Health Promotion Board (HPB) from Mon 15 Jul - Thu 1 Aug
   • Venue : ISH Training Room and ISH Meeting Room
   • More details will be shared at a later date.

4. Change in Reporting Time on Thursdays in Semester 2.

• Please note that the reporting time for students on Thursdays in Semester 2 will be later unless otherwise stipulated. Morning Assembly will begin at 0830h on Thursdays in Semester 2 and students are to be in school no later than 0825h.

5. Year 1 Catholic Matters

• Wednesday Mass at 0710 hrs @ Chapel. Parents are invited to attend.
• Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help every Tue at 1430 hrs @ Chapel. Parents are invited to attend.
• Pilgrimage to Mount Carmel (Carmelite Monastery) .
  • Why? All Year 1 Catholic students need to attend and help with facilitating the Eucharistic Celebration of the Feast of Carmel.
  • Venue. Carmelite Convent Chapel. 196 Bukit Teresa Road (near St Teresa Church)
  • Date : Tuesday 16 July 2019
  • Reporting Place /Time: SJI Chapel (1430 h), the bus will leave at (1530 h)
  • Teachers-in-charge : Mrs Josephine Lee/ Ms Deborah Goh/Mrs Sandra Lee/ Mr Nigel Fibular/Mr Dominic Ang
  • Buses are chartered to transport the boys from SJI to the venue (to and fro).
  • The mass will begin at 1630 h and end around 1745 h.
  • Please take note there will not be Novena held at the chapel on that day.

Schedule for Term 3 Week 2 - 8 to 12 Jul

• Mon 8 Jul - Youth Day (School Holiday)
• Tue 9 Jul - Normal School Day * (Anti-Bullying Campaign 1330 - 1400 h)
• Wed 10 Jul - Normal School Day *
• Thu 11 Jul - Normal School Day * (ADM)
• Fri 12 Jul - Normal School Day * (FTT / Level Assembly)

* Dismissal as per time-table

Schedule for Term 3 Week 3 - 15 to 19 Jul

• Mon 15 Jul - Normal School Day*
• Tues 16 Jul - Normal School Day *(Pilgrimage to Carmelite Monastery)
• Wed 17 Jul - Normal School Day *
• Thu 18 Jul - Normal School Day * (ADM)
• Fri 19 Jul - Normal School Day * (FTT / Chapel Visit)

* Dismissal as per time-table

Upcoming events :

• Fri 9 Aug - National Day
• Mon 12 Aug - Replacement Public Holiday
• Fri 6 Sep - Teachers' Day

Have a Blessed Week Ahead!

Mrs Nicole Khoo

Head of Level 1, 2019

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Term 3 Week 1 Sun 30 June 2019

Dear Parents and Year 1 Josephians,

The month-long holidays has come to an end, We trust that quality time was spent catching up with the boys. Please continue to work together with us to help the boys in Semester 2. A gentle reminder that parental assistance in checking on your son's personal grooming (e.g. haircut, nails, etc) will be most appreciated.

Year 1 Matters

1. TERM 3 CLASS TIME-TABLE
   • Click<here> for details.

2. CHANGE IN REPORTING TIME ON THURSDAYS IN SEMESTER 2.

• Please note that the reporting time for students on Thursdays in Semester 2 will be later unless otherwise stipulated. Morning Assembly will begin at 0830h on Thursdays in Semester 2 and students are to be in school no later than 0825h.

Schedule for Term 3 Week 1 - 1 to 5 Jul

• Mon 1 Jul - Normal School Day *
• Tue 2 Jul - Normal School Day * (EL Oral)
• Wed 3 Jul - Normal School Day * (EL Oral)
• Thu 4 Jul - Normal School Day * (Temperature-Taking Exercise)
• Fri 5 Jul - Normal School Day *

* Dismissal as per time-table

Schedule for Term 3 Week 2 - 8 to 12 Jul

• Mon 8 Jul - Youth Day (School Holiday)
• Tues 9 Jul - Normal School Day *
• Wed 10 Jul - Normal School Day *
• Thu 11 Jul - Normal School Day *
• Fri 12 Jul - Normal School Day *

* Dismissal as per time-table

Have a Blessed Week Ahead!

Mrs Nicole Khoo

Head of Level 1, 2019

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Term 2 Week 2 Sun 31 Mar 2019 [Founder's Day, Lenten Project, Green Ambassador Training, ,....]

Dear Parents,

On Saturday 30 March 2019, about 120 Year 1 & 3 Class Committee members attended training to develop them as class servant leaders to help realize a stronger class culture and greater student / class ownership. There were several takeaways which we hope each class committee will be able to bring back to the class.

In this 2nd week of the Easter Term, we celebrate Founder's Day. In 1852, six Christian Brothers arrived on the shores of Singapore, marking the beginnings of St Joseph's Institution ... We at SJI will remember our Founder, John Baptist De Lasalle on Friday as we celebrate Founder's Day in the morning, and the Anniversary Parade in the evening.

Year 1 Matters

1. Discover more about LaSalle Tercentenary Celebrations (1 - 2 April)

• Sale of LYNK (Lasallian Youth NetworK) T-shirts @$20 each
• Lenten Project - Project Mitumba. Click <here> to contribute to a good cause.
• Agape Movement 2.0 in conjunction with Founder's Day

2. Foreign and Asian Languages exam schedule 2019 from MOE Language Centre. Click <here>

3. Green Ambassador Training on Tue 2 Apr @ 1500 h

• Venue : MN 403
• GA, please meet at Annexe 1 @ 1450 h. You will be chaperoned to MN403 for the training.

4. Founder's Day on Fri 5 Apr

• Students report directly to class by 0730 h for attendance taking
• Dismissal is expected to be at 1200 h
• More details may be found at the <Order of the Day>

5. Movie Night on Fri 12 Apr in support of Lasallian Day Out Charity Program

Click <here> to vote for movie you would like to watch

6. Heart Strings Charity Concert on Sat 25 May 2019. Click <here> for details and ticketing information

7. Upcoming events:

• Tue 2 Apr - Evacuation Drill
• Fri 5 Apr - Anniversary Parade (All in the Uniformed Group CCA will be involved, everyone else is welcomed to attend)
• Sat 6 Apr - Lasalle Tercentenary Mass @ Cathedral of the Good Shepherd
• Fri 12 Apr - SJI Movie Night.
• Thu 18 - Fri 19 Apr - SJI Lenten Vigil (Maundy Thursday & Good Friday)
• Sat 27 Apr - SJI Open House
• Sat 25 May - Heart Strings Charity Concert

8 . Year 1 Catholic Matters

• Daily Morning Prayer at 0710 h @ SJI Chapel. (Thu @ 0740 h)
• Wednesday Mass at 0710 h @ SJI Chapel. Parents are invited to attend.
• Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help every Tuesday at 1500 h @ Chapel. Parents are invited to attend.
• LaSalle Tercentenary Mass @ Cathedral of the Good Shepherd @ 1430 h
• Lenten Observance for Catholic boys (Thu 18 - Fri 19 Apr 2019)
• Monthly Rosary Prayer session by Parents - do check with parents when it is held

Schedule for Term 2 Week 2 - 1 to 5 Apr

• Mon 1 Apr - Normal School Day *
• Tue 2 Apr - Normal School Day * [AP 2nd Combined Rehearsal (Y1-4)]
• Wed 3 Apr - Normal School Day *
• Thu 4 Apr - Normal School Day * [ AP 3rd Combined Rehearsal (Y1-4)]
• Fri 5 Apr - SJI commemorates Founder's Day ** (Anniversary Parade in the evening)

* Dismissal as per time-table

** Early dismissal.

Schedule for Term 2 Week 3 - 8 to 12 Apr

• Mon 8 Apr - Normal School Day *
• Tue 9 Apr - Normal School Day *
• Wed 10 Apr - Normal School Day *
• Thu 11 Apr - Normal School Day *
• Fri 12 Apr - Normal School Day *

* Dismissal as per time-table *

Have a Blessed Weekend ahead!

Mrs Nicole Khoo

Head of Level 1, 2019

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Term 2 Week 1 Sun 24 Mar 2019 [Personal Grooming, Holiday Homework,....]

Dear Parents,

Welcome back to Term 2, a relatively packed term, with the SJI Anniversary Parade, Founders' Day and SJI Open House.

I hope you managed to have a restful break with the family.

With the start of a new school term, it'll be most helpful if you could gently remind your son to check that he has completed any assigned homework as well as the e-learning assignments. A quick check on his personal grooming (e.g. hair, nails, clean shoes,.... ) is also most appreciated.

Year 1 Matters

1. Class Time-table - Term 2, 2019. Click <here>.

2. ***Study on Secondary School Students by SEAB on Thu 28 Mar from 0800 - 0945 h

• Students from the following classes will have to report to the respective classes promptly at 0750 h as they have been selected for the study. They will not need to attend Morning Assembly.
  • FN102
  • LE102
  • ML101
  • ML103
  • MN101
  • MN102
  • MN103

3. Release of TA 1 Online Instructions on Thu 28 Mar, 1200 h.

Dear parents,

Please note that the Result Slips for the Term 1 Assessment will be released online from Thu 28 Mar, 1200 h onwards till Thu 11 Apr.

To access the results, please use the following new and updated url : https://sdms.sji.edu.sg

Please select the Parent/ Student radio button before clicking the Login button.

User ID : Child’s / ward’s NRIC/BC No. (e.g. User ID: T0012345F)

If you have not changed the password before:

Password: Child’s / ward’s NRIC/BC No. (e.g. Password: T0012345F)

If you had forgotten your changed password, the Forget Password module would send the password reset email to the main guardian. Please check your SPAM folder if the main guardian do not get the reset email.

Should you experience any technical issues, please email <sjihelpdesk@sji.edu.sg> with your Child's / ward's Class, Name and NRIC/BC No.

Thank you.

4. Class Committee Training on Sat 30 Mar, 1030 - 1300 h in SJI.

To better prepare our class leaders, we have organised a training session for them. The intention for this training is for Class Committees to take greater control and charge of their class affairs .... & with time, grow their Class Spirit & Class Culture. The class committee members will be given a Notice to parents form on Tuesday 26 Mar by their class tutors and the response slip should be returned by Thursday 28 Mar.

5. Upcoming events:

• Fri 5 Apr - Founder's Day Celebration & Anniversary Parade
• Sat 6 Apr - Lasalle Tercentenary Mass @ Cathedral of the Good Shepherd
• Thu 18 Apr - Fri 19 Apr - SJI Lenten Vigil (Maundy Thursday & Good Friday)
• Sat 27 Apr - SJI Open House

6. Year 1 Catholic Matters

• Daily Morning Prayer at 0710 h @ SJI Chapel. (Thu @ 0740 h)
• Wednesday Mass at 0710 h @ SJI Chapel. Parents are invited to attend.
• Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help every Tuesday at 1500 h @ Chapel. Parents are invited to attend.
• Lenten Observance for Catholic boys (Thu 18 Apr - Fri 19 Apr 2019)
• Monthly Rosary Prayer session by Parents - every 3rd Friday morning (0730 h) at the Chapel

Schedule for Term 2 Week 1 - 25 to 29 Mar

• Mon 25 Mar - Normal School Day * (AP GOH Rehearsal)
• Tue 26 Mar - Normal School Day *
• Wed 27 Mar - Normal School Day *
• Thu 28 Mar - Normal School Day **
• Fri 29 Mar - Normal School Day * [AP 1st Combined Rehearsal (Y1-4)]

* Dismissal as per time-table

**Selected classes stated above to report at 0750 h at their respective classrooms.

Schedule for Term 2 Week 2 - 1 to 5 Apr

• Mon 1 Apr - Normal School Day *
• Tue 2 Apr - Normal School Day * [AP 2nd Combined Rehearsal(Y1-4)]
• Wed 3 Apr - Normal School Day *
• Thu 4 Apr - Normal School Day * [AP 43rd Combined Rehearsal (Y1-4)]
• Fri 5 Apr - SJI commemorates Founder's Day ** (Anniversary Parade)

* Dismissal as per time-table

** Early dismissal. Details to be made known when available.

Have a Blessed Weekend ahead!

Mrs Nicole Khoo

Head of Level 1, 2019

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Term 1 Week 10 Sun 10 Mar 2019 [Term 1 Break Matters ,Mass Swim, e-Learning, CCA during Holidays, etc ... ...]

Dear Parents & Year 1s,

The SJI Annual Sports Meet at Bishan Sports Complex on Fri 8 Mar 2019 was met with wonderful weather. The Year 1s immersed themselves fully in the atmosphere and were seen to have had great fun and joy. Apart from teaching the students good values such as, sportsmanship, proper spirit of competition, team-spirit, co-operation and discipline in the field, the Sports Meet makes school life lively, interesting, enjoyable and memorable.

Credit must be given to the vast majority of Sec 1 students who have settled in well to life in SJI. Most of the students have been putting in much effort in their academic pursuits. However, for that handful of them, we look forward to working with you so as to help him achieve his fullest potential in the next Term Assessments. As always, please feel to contact your son's class and/or subject tutors or myself if you have any concerns.

Have a Blessed 2 weeks ahead!

Year 1 Matters

1. Year 1 Class Photo-taking Schedule for Mon 11 Mar.
   • 0800 to 0815 h - FN 101 & FN 102
   • 0815 to 0830 h - LE 101 & LE 102
   • 0830 to 0845 h - FN 103 & ML 101
   • 0845 to 0900 h - ML 102 & ML 103
   • 0900 to 0915 h - MN 101 & MN 102
   • 0915 to 0930 h - MN 103

Click <here> for full schedule

2. Safety Evacuation Drill on Tues 12 Mar.

• Students are to be familiar with the procedures as well as the evacuation route in case of an emergency. Please alert your Form Tutor if you are should not participate in the drill for any medical or special reasons. Click <here>

3. SJI Mass Swim on Thu 14 Mar from 1400 to 1600 h @ Bishan Swimming Complex.

• Notice Form. Click <here>
• Getting There / Dismissal: Kindly note that: (i) Year 1s are to make their own way to Bishan Swimming Complex and (ii) Dismissal is from BSC and Year 1s are to make their own way home.
• For more information (Schedule, Map, etc.). Click <here>
• Queries. Kindly email Ms Asmah Hanim <asmah.hanim@sji.edu.sg >

4. SJI e-Learning Day on Fri 15 Mar.

• Please note that students will not be at school but will be learning from home using their devices. Students, please ensure that you have the passwords and are able to access Student Learning Space (SLS) and Google Classroom.

Click <here> [Available on Thu 14 Mar 2019]

5. Holiday Homework & CCA Schedule

• Holiday Homework. Kindly check with your son on his holiday homework, if any.
• Holiday CCA Schedule. Please check with your son on his CCA schedule for the holidays. Do remind him that he is to be present for all training and must inform his teachers, in advance, if he unable to be present.

6. Lasallian Catholic Youth Societies Camp [Compulsory for ALL Year 1s]

Date:15-16 Mar.

Time: Report at 1300 h on 15 Mar

Venue: SJI

Dismissal: 1800 h on 16 Mar

All parents are welcome to attend mass at the camp on 16 Mar at 1700 h.

7. Year 1 Catholic Matters

• Daily Morning Prayer at 0710 h @ SJI Chapel. (Thu @ 0740 h)
• Wednesday Mass at 0710 h @ SJI Chapel. Parents are invited to attend.
• Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help every Tue at 1500 h @ SJI Chapel. Parents are invited to attend.
• Monthly Rosary Prayer session by Parents - every 3rd Friday morning (0730 h) at the Chapel

Schedule for Term 1 Week 10 - 11 Mar to 15 Mar

• Mon 11 Mar - Normal School Day [Photo-taking for Classes & selected non UG CCAs]*
• Tue 12 Mar - Normal School Day [Photo-taking for non UG CCAs]*
• Wed 13 Mar - Normal School Day*
• Thu 14 Mar - Normal School Day [Mass Swim] [No ADM]**
• Fri 15 Mar - Lasallian e-Learning Day

* Dismissal as per time-table

**Early dismissal at 1250 h

NEWS FLASH : SJI School Jacket

** Please note that if you would like to put on a jacket while in school, it has to be the SJI Jacket. However, it is not

compulsory to get a jacket unless you feel the need to have one.)

A message from your Student Council :

Dear Josephians,

Happy March! We hope that you have been doing well, especially with the many deadlines and busy schedules. In Term 4 2018, The Senior Student Council gathered feedback about the SJI jacket.

Based on the the votes and feedback by the student body, we have finalised the following design, which will be made of cotton-fleece.

As we approach the end of Term 1, we are excited to announce that we will be officially taking orders for the SJI School Jacket!

The pre-ordering price of each jacket will be at a discounted price of $24.

Do take note of the following terms and conditions and instructions for buying the jacket:

• Pre-orders (discounted price of $24) will close on 14/03/2019, 2359, and can be made via the following google form: https://goo.gl/forms/JWhC2jDyaegetFnB3
• You are able to purchase more than one jacket for your loved ones or for ex-SJI students.
• The vendors will be coming down to SJI to collect payment and distribute jackets. Therefore, payment will be made upon receipt of the jacket. More instructions regarding this will be given at a later date.

Do take note that after this pre-order sale, the jackets will be sold at the non-discounted price of $30, so grab this opportunity while it lasts!

Should you have any queries, feel free to contact Yash Bhojwani at bhojwani.yash.manoj@sji.edu.sg. We look forward to your response!

Yours sincerely,

The Public Relations Committee

On behalf of the 6th Senior Student Council

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Term 1 Week 9 Tues 5 Mar 2019 [E-Learning Day Message]

Dear Parents/Students,

With reference to the school calendar, 15 March 2019 (Friday) is designated as the Lasallian e-Learning Day.

On this day, students will not be required to report to school, but learning will continue through online lessons and activities.

Subject teachers have prepared online lessons and resources (discussion forum, quiz, videos, etc.) for students to access

from home. Students are to complete the planned e-Learning activities before the deadline, given by the respective

subject teachers. General instructions for Lasallian e-Learning Day can be found on the respective level websites.

1.0 e-Learning Day Information & Instructions:

Students are advised to check your respective level websites (1.1), Instructions and Resources Sheet (1.2) and SJI email accounts for up-to-date information leading up to e-Learning Day.

1.1 Level websites:

Please refer to your respective level websites for e-Learning Day Information at https://www.sji.edu.sg/community/students/level-websites

1.2a Instructions and Resources Sheet (Year 1-4):

A summary (by Level and by Class) of the e-Learning instructions and resources for students will be sent to Year 1 to Year 4 students on Thursday, 14 March '19, 3.00pm onwards. This Google Spreadsheet contains the subjects which have uploaded resources for students

to work on during e-Learning Day. Students will have to access and complete all work stated on this Instructions and Resources Sheet by the deadline given by their respective subject teachers. Please consult your respective subject teachers on the proposed deadline for work submission.

1.2b Instructions and Resources (Year 5-6):

For Year 5 and Year 6 students: Please login to Managebac, and instructions (by your subject teachers) are provided within.

Please approach your subject teacher(s) if you require further clarifications.

2.0 e-Learning Platforms

Students are advised to check with your subject teacher(s) which e-Learning platforms/online applications (e.g. Google Classroom, Student Learning Space,

Ace Learning, Managebac, etc.) you will be using during e-Learning Day, and ensure that you can log in to the relevant online platforms/applications.

Student guide for Google Classroom is provided below for your reference.

Google Classroom Login: http://classroom.google.com

Note: If your class is using Google Classroom, kindly ensure that you are able to log in to Google Classroom prior to

eLearning Day.

PDF Guide to access Google Classroom https://goo.gl/C48aQr

Student guides for Student Learning Space (SLS) are provided below for your reference.

Student Learning Space Login: https://learning.moe.edu.sg

PDF Guide to access SLS: https://goo.gl/8DiBzK

Online User Guide: https://static.learning.moe.edu.sg/UserGuide/login-troubleshooting.html#

3.0 Technical Support

3.1 For SJI email account issues, please approach our system administrators in the IT Support Staffroom (Blk F2-7) to resolve the problem before Wednesday, 13 March 2019, 5:00 PM. You may experience login/access issues during e-Learning Day if you do not resolve this earlier.

3.2 For Google Classroom and Managebac related issues, please approach and/or email Mr. Angelo Agujo (angelo.agujo@sji.edu.sg).

3.3 For SLS related issues, please approach and/or email Mr. Alan Chan (alan.chan@sji.edu.sg).

3.4 For issues with other platforms (e.g. Edmodo, Ace Learning, etc.) please consult your subject teacher(s).

3.5 Students who do not have access to a computer/laptop at home can loan a school-owned laptop/tablet from the ICT Department on e-Learning Day.

However, as the number of school-owned laptops/tablets are limited to 20 sets, the availability of these laptops/tablets is on a first come first serve basis.

If you require to loan a school-owned laptop/tablet, please email your request to IT Care (itcare@sji.edu.sg) by Wednesday, 13 March '19, 3.00pm.

Thank you and have a fruitful e-Learning Day on 15 March 2019.

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Term 1 Week 9 - 10 : Sun 3 Mar 2019 [Fraternity T-shirt, Sports Day, Mass Swim, e-Learning, etc ... ...]

Dear Parents,

As we draw close to the end a busy term for the students, we must be give ourselves a pat on the back for 'surviving' thus far ... ... The boys have settled well into the new school environment and school life is getting busier (aka. normal) for your son with CCAs and the various school activities (e.g. Sports Day, Mass Swim, etc). Term 1 has been ‘packed’ especially for the students involved in Sports and Games with most of the National School Games in full swing. With the upcoming term break, do check with your son on his CCA schedule for holidays. Please remind him that he is to be present for all training and must inform his teachers, in advance, if he unable to be present.

Year 1 Matters

1. Temperature-Taking Exercise on Mon 4 Mar to Thu 7 Mar

• Please ensure the boys have a thermometer at hand.
• As part of SJI's preparedness for school emergencies, everyone in the school community should be familiar with processes and practices so that these can be operationalised effectively. One of these is taking care of the students' well-being health-wise through temperature-taking.

2. Sale of Fraternity T-shirt on Wed 6 Mar from 1000 to 1500 h @ the Canteen.

• Those who may have missed or bought incorrect sizes (please exchange with t-shirt in original condition in original plastic bag

3. SJI 111th Annual Track & Field Meet on Fri 8 Mar from 0730 to 1200 h @ Bishan Stadium.

• For more information (Schedule, Map, etc.). Click <here>
• Queries. Kindly email Mr K Arul <arul@sji.edu.sg >

4. Year 1 Class Photo-taking Schedule for Mon 11 Mar.

• 0800 to 0815 h - FN 101 & FN 102
• 0815 to 0830 h - LE 101 & LE 102
• 0830 to 0845 h - FN 103 & ML 101
• 0845 to 0900 h - ML 102 & ML 103
• 0900 to 0915 h - MN 101 & MN 102
• 0915 to 0930 h - MN 103

Click <here> for full schedule (CCA photo-taking begins on Thu 7 Mar)

5. Safety Evacuation Drill on Tues 12 Mar.

• Briefing will be done by the CTs on the Evacuation Route and Assembly Area. Click <here>

6. SJI Mass Swim on Thu 14 Mar from 1400 to 1600 h @ Bishan Swimming Complex.

• Notice Form. Click <here>
• Getting There / Dismissal: Kindly note that: (i) Year 1s are to make their own way to Bishan Swimming Complex and (ii) Dismissal is from BSC and Year 1s are to make their own way home.
• For more information (Schedule, Map, etc.). Click <here>
• Queries. Kindly email Ms Asmah Hanim <asmah.hanim@sji.edu.sg >

7. Year 1 Catholic Matters

• Daily Morning Prayer at 0710 h @ SJI Chapel. (Thu @ 0740 h)
• Wednesday Mass at 0710 h @ SJI Chapel. Parents are invited to attend.
• Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help every Tue at 1500 h @ SJI Chapel. Parents are invited to attend.
• Monthly Rosary Prayer session by Parents - every 3rd Friday morning (0730 h) at the Chapel
• Wed 6 Mar : Ash Wednesday Mass at 0710 hrs @ SJI Chapel. Parents are invited to attend.

8. SJI e-Learning Day on Fri 15 Mar - Instructions to Students

Fri 15 March 2019 is designated as the Lasallian e-Learning Day. On this day, students will not be required to report to school, but learning will continue through online lessons and activities. Subject teachers have prepared online lessons and resources (discussion forum, quiz, videos, etc.) for students to access from home. Students are to complete the planned e-learning activities before the deadline, given by the respective subject teachers.

This is also an opportunity for us (the adults) to teach the boys on the importance of cyber-security - not to reveal his user IDs or password to others and the need to change their password/s regularly (every 3 to 6 months or if you suspect that your account has been compromised). It is also good to share with the boys on good practices such as how to take care of their devices and logging-out of web applications after each session, especially if you are accessing from shared computer terminals.

Schedule for Term 1 Week 9 - 4 Mar to 8 Mar

• Mon 4 Mar - Normal School Day *
• Tue 5 Mar - Normal School Day *
• Wed 6 Mar - Normal School Day [Ash Wednesday]*
• Thu 7 Mar - Normal School Day [ADM] [Photo-taking for UG CCA]**
• Fri 8 Mar - SJI 111th Annual Track & Field Meet

* Dismissal as per time-table

Schedule for Term 1 Week 10 - 11 Mar to 15 Mar

• Mon 11 Mar - Normal School Day [Photo-taking for Classes & selected non UG CCAs]*
• Tue 12 Mar - Normal School Day [Photo-taking for non UG CCAs]*
• Wed 13 Mar - Normal School Day*
• Thu 14 Mar - Normal School Day [Mass Swim] [No ADM]**
• Fri 15 Mar - Lasallian e-Learning Day

* Dismissal as per time-table

**Early dismissal at 1250 h

Have a Blessed week ahead!

Mrs Nicole Khoo

Head of Level 1, 2019

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Term 1 Week 8 - 10 : Sun 24 Feb 2019 [Fraternity T-shirt, Sports Day, Mass Swim, e-Learning, etc ... ...]

Dear Parents,

With the term coming to an end, kindly take note of the various upcoming school events such as Sports Day, Mass Swim, E-Learning Day, etc. As you have just met your son's class tutors during the Year 1 Orientation, do note that there will not be a parent-teacher meeting for Year 1s this term. Please feel free to contact your son's class and/or subject tutors if you have any queries. Click <here> for email addresses.

With the 'invasion' of technologies into the various aspects of daily life, the positive well-being (or Cyber-Wellness) of Internet users is of utmost importance. Many thanks to the parents who took time off on a Saturday morning to come together to share and learn more at the Parenting Workshop. Cyber-Wellness is ever more so urgent as a good number of the Year 1s, for the first time, 'own' their own mobile phones. The Year 1s have just started their lessons on Cyber-Wellness. This involves an understanding of online behaviour and awareness of how to protect oneself in cyberspace so that they can become responsible digital learners. The boys are also made aware that, when navigating cyberspace, there is the need to demonstrate respect for self and others and also how to practice safe and responsible use of technology. Through social media, the boys are also exposed to the potential risk of meeting strangers that could threaten their safety. The boys must be reminded constantly of the need to be a positive peer influence by harnessing technology for collaboration, learning and productivity, as well as advocating correct use of technology for the good of the community. On this matter, do note that parental monitoring and supervision is of utmost importance.

In the coming week/s, your son will be receiving some of his results for the various class test/s. These 13 year-old are being confronted with many new subjects for the first time which they might find rather daunting, both in terms of the content and the ways in questions are phrased. Therefore, if your son's results are what may seem to be less than ideal, do spend some time to talk to him to find out how we (child, home and school) can work together to help these young men in formation. The boys will need some time to gradually ease into the tempo of life in secondary school and the demands that come with it.

Year 1 Matters

1. Hush Troopers (Year 6 CAS) time with the Year 1s on Thu 28 Feb at 0800 to 0850 h.

• The YoungxHush programme promotes empathy, resilience and mental wellness amongst youths.
• Year 1s are to proceed directly to your own classroom by 0755 h for the above. Year 1s DO NOT assemble on the track for assembly.

2. Sale of Fraternity T-shirt on Wed 6 Mar from 1000 to 1500 h @ the Canteen.

• Those who may have missed or bought incorrect sizes (please exchange with t-shirt in original condition in original plastic bag

3. SJI 111th Annual Track & Field Meet on Fri 8 Mar from 0730 to 1200 h @ Bishan Stadium.

• For more information (Schedule, Map, etc.). Click <here>
• Queries. Kindly email Mr K Arul <arul@sji.edu.sg >

4. Year 1 Class Photo-taking Schedule for Mon 11 Mar.

• 0800 to 0815 h - FN 101 & FN 102
• 0815 to 0830 h - LE 101 & LE 102
• 0830 to 0845 h - FN 103 & ML 101
• 0845 to 0900 h - ML 102 & ML 103
• 0900 to 0915 h - MN 101 & MN 102
• 0915 to 0930 h - MN 103

5. SJI Mass Swim on Thu 14 Mar from 1400 to 1600 h @ Bishan Swimming Complex.

• Notice Form. Click <here>
• For more information (Schedule, Map, etc.). Click <here>
• Queries. Kindly email Ms Asmah Hanim <asmah.hanim@sji.edu.sg >

6. SJI e-Learning Day on Fri 15 Mar

• Year 1s are to note of the above. There will be no school on that day. Students will complete assigned lessons for that day. Details will be made known at a later date.

7. Year 1 Admin Matters

• MOE Concession Card (EZ-link Card - Secondary).
  • Collection. Parents are to note that your son should have received his new EZ-link card on Fri 22 Feb from his Class Tutor.
  • Activation & Transfer of Credit. Year 1s are to bring their new Secondary School EZ-Link card together with their current Primary School EZ-link Card to any TranitLink Ticket Office at MRT / Bus Interchanges for the above. Any remaining credit in the primary school credit card will be transferred to the new card. Do note that the Primary School EZ-link Card is valid till 30 Apr 2019.
  • Year 1s without EZ-link Cards. Kindly see Mrs Nicole Khoo (Ext 301) on Mon 25 Feb personally.
  • Queries. Kindly contact TransitLink hotline at 1800-CALL ONE (1800-2255-663). Operating Hours: 0800 to 1800 h daily except public holidays. Click <here>
• Housekeeping matters (Repeat):
  • Leave requests. Please write to the Class tutors, keeping myself HOL 1 - Mrs Nicole Khoo, <deniser@sji.edu.sg>, VP (Student Development) - Mr Dominic Ang <dom.ang@sji.edu.sg> and Dean (FPA) - Mr Lee Han Seng <hanseng@sji.edu.sg> in the loop.
  • Update of particulars, including email address. Please go online to update, using this <link>. IT Technicians will update in 1-2 days
• Collection / Return of Classroom Keys. [Reminder] Class chairman is to return keys at the Guard Room at the end of the day.
• Locking of Classroom. [Reminder] Class chairman are to remind class to lock classroom whenever they leave the classroom (e.g. PE lesson, CPU lesson, recess, etc,.). Do remember to ledge the classroom doors before locking them.

8. Year 1 Catholic Matters

• Daily Morning Prayer at 0710 h @ SJI Chapel. (Thu @ 0740 h)
• Wednesday Mass at 0710 h @ SJI Chapel. Parents are invited to attend.
• Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help every Tue at 1500 h @ SJI Chapel. Parents are invited to attend.
• Monthly Rosary Prayer session by Parents - every 3rd Friday morning (0730 h) at the Chapel
• Wed 6 Mar : Ash Wednesday Mass at 0710 hrs @ SJI Chapel. Parents are invited to attend.

Schedule for Term 1 Week 8 - 25 to 29 Feb

• Mon 25 Feb - Normal School Day [Sports Heats Reserve Day]*
• Tue 26 Feb - Normal School Day *
• Wed 27 Feb - Normal School Day*
• Thu 28 Feb - Normal School Day [ADM]*
• Fri 29 Feb - Normal School Day *

* Dismissal as per time-table

Schedule for Term 1 Week 9 - 4 Mar to 8 Mar

• Mon 4 Mar - Normal School Day *
• Tue 5 Mar - Normal School Day *
• Wed 6 Mar - Normal School Day [Ash Wednesday] [Photo-taking for UG CCA]*
• Thu 7 Mar - Normal School Day [ADM]*
• Fri 8 Mar - SJI 111th Annual Track & Field Meet

* Dismissal as per time-table

Schedule for Term 1 Week 10 - 11 Mar to 15 Mar

• Mon 11 Mar - Normal School Day [Photo-taking for Classes & selected non UG CCAs]*
• Tue 12 Mar - Normal School Day [Photo-taking for non UG CCAs]*
• Wed 13 Mar - Normal School Day*
• Thu 14 Mar - Normal School Day [Mass Swim] [No ADM]**
• Fri 15 Mar - Lasallian e-Learning Day

* Dismissal as per time-table

**Early dismissal at 1250 h

Have a Blessed Week ahead!

Mrs Nicole Khoo

Head of Level 1, 2019

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Term 1 Week 7 : Sun 17 Feb 2019 ['Yuan Xiao' (元宵) Greetings, CCA Allocation, etc.]

Photographs courtesy of Ms Eliza Lim and Mr Michael Poh

Dear Parents,

Last Friday, the SJI community closed the half day with the "Community Lo Hei Toss". It was a massive event which saw all, from students, teachers. office staff and the school admin come together as the SJI family.

On Tuesday, many Chinese families gather to mark Yuan Xiao (元宵), the fifteenth day of the Lunar New Year. On this day, many will have Tang Yuan ('湯圓) a glutinous rice ball typically filled with sweet red bean paste or sesame paste which symbolize family togetherness.

Festivities aside, it may be of interest to you that there may be class tests and projects scheduled for the various subjects in the coming weeks. Please check in with your son on details (date, topic, format, etc) for the tests and projects. Do spend some time speaking to your sons on how they are holding up so far. This will help you better understand what he's going through in school and as a added bonus, some parent-son bonding.

Have a Blessed Weekend ahead!

Year 1 Matters

1. Housekeeping matters (Repeat):

• Leave requests (Amended). Please write to the Class tutors, keeping myself HOL 1 - Mrs Nicole Khoo, <deniser@sji.edu.sg>, VP (Student Development) - Mr Dominic Ang <dom.ang@sji.edu.sg> and Dean (FPA) - Mr Lee Han Seng <hanseng@sji.edu.sg> in the loop.
• Update of particulars, including email address. Please go online to update, using this <link>. IT Technicians will update in 1-2 days

2. CCA Allocation

• Year 1 CCA Allocation (By class), Click <here>. Please note that Mr Rene Loh will be speaking to the boys during a "CCA assembly" on Monday 18 Feb 2019 at 1430 - 1500 h at the ISH.

For queries, kindly email to Mr Rene Loh HOD (PE / CCA) <rene.loh@sji.edu.sg>.

3. Updated 2019 Year 1 Term 1 Timetable which comes into effect from Monday, 18 Feb 2019 (Term 1 Week 7) onwards.

• Click <here>.

4. "What it means to be a Josephian" Sharing by SJIOBA on Thu 21 Feb from 0800 to 0850 h in the respective classrooms.

• Year 1s are to proceed directly to your own classroom by 0745 h for the above sharing. Year 1s DO NOT assemble on the track for assembly.

5. Parenting Talk on "The Art and Science of Parenting in the Digital Age (Cyber Wellness for Teenagers)".

• Date: Sat 23 Feb 2019
• Time: 0900 to 1200 h (Registration commences at 0845 h)
• Venue: SJI - Indoor Sports Hall - Center For Leadership & Development (Training Room)
• To register, click <here>.
• Queries. Kindly email Mr Benedict Long, School Counsellor <benedict.long@sji.edu.sg>.

6. Year 1 Catholic Matters

• Daily Morning Prayer at 0710 h @ SJI Chapel. (Thu @ 0740 h)
• Wednesday Mass at 0710 h @ SJI Chapel. Parents are invited to attend.
• Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help every Tue at 1500 h @ SJI Chapel. Parents are invited to attend.
• Monthly Rosary Prayer session by Parents - every 3rd Friday morning (0730 h) at the Chapel

Schedule for Term 1 Week 7 - 18 to 23 Feb

• Mon 18 Feb - Normal School Day * [Photo taking Year 5 and those who missed earlier]
• Tue 19 Feb - Normal School Day *
• Wed 20 Feb - Normal School Day*
• Thu 21 Feb - Normal School Day [ADM]*
• Fri 22 Feb - Normal School Day *

* Dismissal as per time-table

Schedule for Term 1 Week 8 - 23 Feb to 1 Mar

• Mon 25 Feb - Normal School Day * [Sports Heats Reserve Day]
• Tue 26 Feb - Normal School Day * [Sports Heats Reserve Day]
• Wed 27 Feb - Normal School Day*
• Thu 28 Feb - Normal School Day [ADM]*
• Fri 1 Mar - Normal School Day *
• * Dismissal as per time-table

Have a Blessed Week ahead!

Mrs Nicole Khoo

Head of Level 1, 2019

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Term 1 Week 6 : Sun 10 Feb 2019 ['Ren Ri' (人日) Greetings, CCA Allocation, etc.]

Dear Parents,

Tomorrow, is the 7th day of the Chinese New Year, which is also known as 'Ren Ri' (人日) - On this day, everyone grows one year older. It is also the day when tossed raw fish salad, yusheng, is eaten for continued wealth and prosperity.

Sometime this coming week, your son will be informed of his allocated CCA. The majority of Year 1s would have been allocated to a CCA of their 1st 3 choices. It would be most beneficial if you could spend some time this weekend speaking to and sharing with your son of your own CCA experiences. The school seeks your understanding and support on this matter.

Have a Blessed Weekend ahead!

Year 1 Matters

1. Housekeeping matters:

• Signing of Diary. Parents, together with your sons, please assist by reading, familiarising and acknowledging the Declaration on page 55 of the School Diary regarding the SJI Code of Conduct. Click <link>
• Leave requests. Please write to the Class tutors, keeping myself HOL 1 - Mrs Nicole Khoo, <deniser@sji.edu.sg>, VP (Student Development) - Mr Dominic Ang <dom.ang@sji.edu.sg> or Dean (FPA) - Mr Lee Han Seng <hanseng@sji.edu.sg> in the loop.
• Update of particulars, including email address. Please go online to update, using this <link>. IT Technicians will update in 1-2 days

2. Year 1 Photo-taking (Individual Photos) Schedule for Mon 11 Feb 2019

• 0750 to 0830 h - ML 103, MN 102, MN 103
• 0830 to 0910 h - ML 101, ML 102 & MN 101
• 0910 to 0950 h - LE 101, LE 102
• 1030 to 1110 h - FN 101, FN 102 & FN 103

3. Academic Discovery Module (ADM) begins on Thu 14 Feb.

• Year 1s who have signed up for ADM are to note that ADM begins on Thu 14 Feb. Details for ADM (module allocation, venues, etc) will be emailed to you during the course of the week.
• Queries. Kindly email Mr Ng Yew Hong, Director of Academics (FPA) <yewhong@sji.edu.sg>

4. Year 1 CCA Allocation (By class). Click <here> [Available only end of Week 6]

• Queries. Kindly email to Mr Rene Loh HOD (PE / CCA) <rene.loh@sji.edu.sg>.

5. Year 1 Catholic Matters

• Lasallian Catholic Youth Societies Camp
  • Duration: 15 - 16 Mar 2019,
  • Venue: SJI
  • Catholic boys should bring $30 (in the form of a crossed cheque, payable to ST. JOSEPH'S INSTITUTION) on Tue 12 Feb to pay for the camp after Novena in school.
  • Click <link> for Letter and Notice to Parents
• Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help every Tue at 1500 hrs @ SJI Chapel. Parents are invited to attend.
• Wednesday Mass at 0710 hrs @ SJI Chapel. [Begins Wed 13 Feb] Parents are invited to attend.

6. Sale of Fraternity and Casual T-shirt on Wed 13 Feb to Thu 14 Feb from 1000 to 1600 hrs @ the Canteen. (Repeat)

• Year 1s are to note the sale of the above. Year 1s would need to have at least 1x Fraternity T-shirt for the upcoming Sports Day on Fri 8 Mar
• Cost: Fraternity Tees ($12); Casual Friday Tees ($15)

7. Fraternity Assembly on Thursdays in Preparation for Sports Meet. (Repeat)

• Please be punctual for assembly on Thursday. Be in school by 0750 h
• Please note assembly at 0800 h is at the Track, then to the following for Fraternity Assemblies:
• Fintan - ISH
• Lawrence - Parade Oval
• Marcian - Founder's Hall
• Michael - Track

Schedule for Term 1 Week 6 - 11 to 15 Feb

• Mon 11 Feb - Normal School Day * [Photo-taking for Y1 students]
• Tue 12 Feb - Normal School Day * [Sports Heats 2]
• Wed 13 Feb - Normal School Day*
• Thu 14 Feb - Normal School Day [ADM begins] * [Sports Heats 3]
• Fri 15 Feb - Normal School Day *

* Dismissal as per time-table

Schedule for Term 1 Week 7 - 18 to 22 Feb

• Mon 18 Feb - Normal School Day *
• Tue 19 Feb - Normal School Day *
• Wed 20 Feb - Normal School Day*
• Thu 21 Feb - Normal School Day [ADM]*
• Fri 22 Feb - Normal School Day *

* Dismissal as per time-table

Have a Blessed Week ahead!

Mrs Nicole Khoo

Head of Level 1, 2019

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Term 1 Week 5 : Sun 3 Feb 2019

Dear Parents,

On Mon 4 Feb, the school will have our Inaugural Assembly where the entire school community gathers to begin the school year. At this assembly, SJI officially welcomes the newest addition to the school – students (Year 1s and Year 5s) and members of the teaching and non-teaching staff. Kindly note that there will be no lessons on Mon 4 Feb and school hours will be from 0730 to 1100 hours.

Kindly click <here> for the note from Fr (Dr) Adrian Danker, SJ.

As we welcome the Year of the Earth Pig, I would like to extend my warmest wishes to one and all a year of wealth, happiness, good fortune and prosperity - of love and peace. Have a Blessed Week ahead!

Year 1 Matters

1. Inaugural Assembly Matters on Mon 4 Feb

• Things to bring - Diary, pen, wallet (EZ link card) and water bottle to be packed in a small bag
• Full school uniform with school tie

2. Punctuality - Please be mindful that on Thursdays, the students are to report by 0800 h and on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays by 0730 h.

3. Handphones - Please remind your sons that the handphones must be clearly labelled with their names and classes. Phones are to be kept in their bags as soon as they arrive in school. They have been advised to bring a book to read instead of being on their phones. We appreciate that you work with us on the messaging to your sons.

4. Code of Conduct - Parents, together with your sons, please assist by reading, familiarising and acknowledging the Declaration on page 55 of the School Diary regarding the SJI Code of Conduct.

5. Update of particulars, including email address. Please update online using this <link>. IT Technicians will update in 1-2 days

6. Closure of United Uniform from 2 - 8 Feb 2019. Business resumes on 9 Feb 2019.

7. Year 1 Catholic Matters

• Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help every Tue at 1500 h @ SJI Chapel. Parents are invited to attend.
• Wednesday Mass at 0710 h @ SJI Chapel. [Starts Wed 13 Feb ] Parents are invited to attend.

Schedule for Term 1 Week 5 - 4 Feb to 8 Feb

• Mon 4 Feb - SJI Celebrates Lunar New Year & Inauguration Celebration
• Tues 5 Feb - Lunar New Year (Day 1)
• Wed 6 Feb - Lunar New Year (Day 2)
• Thu 7 Feb - Normal School Day *
• Fri 8 Feb - Normal School Day *

Schedule for Term 1 Week 6 - 11 Feb to 15 Feb

• Mon 11 Feb - Normal School Day * (Photo-taking for Year 1)
• Tue 12 Feb - Normal School Day * (Sports Heats 2)
• Wed 13 Feb - Normal School Day *
• Thu 14 Feb - Normal School Day * [ADM begins] (Sports Heats 3)
• Fri 15 Feb - Normal School Day *

*Dismissal as per time-table

Have a Blessed Week ahead!

Mrs Nicole Khoo

Head of Level 1, 2019

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Dear Parents,

Thank You for spending your Saturday morning with us. We do hope that it was a morning well spent; understanding better the academic programmes offered by the school.

As January comes to a close, it is clear that our youngest Josephians are settling comfortably in the new school environment. Many have found a new 'home' and are getting used to the rhythm of secondary school life. The Year 1 class tutors have also been busy working with the boys, settling them down into class (literally) and teaching them to take ownership of their own learning environment - keeping the classroom clean and comfortable for learning.

With the boys adjusting to life in a secondary school, please spend some time over the weekend speaking and helping him choose a few Co-Curricular Activities (CCAs) of his choice. The school looks forward to your continuous support in helping your son decide on the CCAs of his choice. It is also recommended that you spend some time talking to him and understanding how he is coping as a Josephian. It is important to let him know that we, at home and in school, care and will always be around to lend him support. As always, please feel free to contact your son's class tutors or myself should you have any queries. For the contact of the Year 1 Class Tutors, click <here>.

1. Briefing for Year 1 Parents' slides. Click <here>

2. Year 1 CCA Matters

• CCA @ SJI.

SJI recognises Co-curricular Activities as an integral part of the school curriculum and that it plays an important part in the all-round development of each student. We believe that active participation in a school-based CCA will provide our students with a full experience of our unique ethos and culture enabling our boys to experience a holistic Josephian education.

• Participation in CCA.

Participation in a CCA is compulsory for all students and every student must join a Core CCA. Students are encouraged to remain committed to their CCA for the duration of their secondary education to enable them to deepen their knowledge and skills in a particular area. Sustained participation in the same CCA will also enable the student to be accorded higher recognition.

• CCA Selection.

During the Year 1 Orientation programme, the Year 1s will attend the Sports Skills & Aesthetics Test, which is compulsory. They may also choose to attend the optional Sports Trials for selected sports CCA. Through these, students with the necessary pre-requisites to perform well and who are deemed able to cope with the demands of the sports are identified. The shortlisted students stand a better chance of securing a place in the sports CCA if they select that particular CCA.

Some of the more popular Uniformed Groups also conduct tests and interviews to identify potential members.

The various tests, trials and interviews are only part of an identification process and NOT a selection for a CCA.

• CCA Allocation.
  • Allocation of CCA is based on the following criteria: (i) student’s talent, (ii) school resources, e.g. availability of places, (iii) student’s interest and (iv) possibility of getting a good CCA grade at the end of the 4 years.
• Information on Year 1 CCA.
  • LEAPS 2.0 - A Holistic Education for Secondary School Students. Click <here>
  • On-line Year 1 CCA Option <Open Fri 25 Jan, 0800 h to Mon 28 Jan, 1800 h>. To login, click <here>.
  • CCA Briefing Slides. Click <here>
  • Return of Online CCA Option Form by Tue 29 Jan
  • Confirmation of Year 1 CCA by mid Feb

3. SJI 111th Annual Track & Field Championships 2019 on Fri 8 Mar

• Click <here> to get to the Sports Meet website.

Quick Links :

• <Sports Meet Notice Form>,
• <Directions to Home of Athletics>,
• <Map of MRT to HOA>,
• <Schedule of Events (Updated 25 Jan)>

Queries. Kindly email Mr K Arul<arul@sji.edu.sg>

4. Sale of Fraternity T-shirt and Casual Friday T-shirts on Wed 13 Feb and Thu 14 Feb from 1000 to 1600 h @ the Canteen.

• Year 1s are note that the sale of the above.
• Year 1s would need to have at least 1x Fraternity T-shirt for Sports Day on Fri 8 Mar.
• Cost: Fraternity Tees ($12); Casual Friday Tees ($15)

5. Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)

• Dos and Don'ts. Students are to note of the various matters with regards to taking care and being responsible for your personal devices. This does not only concern the usage but also the safe-keeping of the device at all times. Parental reinforcement of the following would be appreciated.
• Taking Ownership & Personal Responsibility.

(i) Taking Ownership - Safe-keeping of Devices. Devices must either be locked in their personal locker or be with student at all times. Leaving their devices in their bags unattended or when they run off to play is a sure no-no.

(ii) Personal Responsibility. Students must be responsible for their own belongings at all times, this includes the device they are bringing to school. Being responsible also entails that they ensure that their devices are fully charged the night before. Charging of devices in school may lead to 'unforeseen' incidents in which students trip over a web of charging cables.

• Usage of Device.

(i) In Class. Devices can only be used in the classroom only after permission had been sought from the teacher present as this is the right and polite thing to do.

(ii) Outside Class. Devices should only be used for school-related work. Mind-less surfing, watching of YouTube videos, gaming, etc are strictly prohibited.

• Extract from a note from Mr Ng Yew Hong to Year 1s:

Required specifications can be found <here>. In general, we have found that a tablet (≥ 9 inch ipad or android) with wifi connection and a physical keyboard is best suited for our purposes. No additional paid applications are required as students will be taught how to use the Google Suite of applications for word-processing and presentation. Of course, an old laptop would also do. We do not allow handphones to be used as they are too small and will make users squint at the small screens, and they are also not as easy to use for certain purposes (such as manipulating geometrical objects for Mathematics). A physical keyboard is necessary for typing long reports and writing assignments.

6. Year 1 Catholic Matters

• Daily Morning Prayer at 0710 h @ the SJI Chapel. (Thu @ 0740 h)
• Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help every Tuesday at 1500 h @ the Chapel. Parents are invited to attend.
• Monthly Rosary Prayer session by Parents - every 3rd Friday morning (0730 h) at the Chapel

7. SJI Inaugural & Homecoming 2019 and Lunar New Year Celebrations on Mon 4 Feb from 0730 to 1100 h

• Click <here> for full details
• Attire: School Uniform as on a Monday
• Assembly as per normal at 0730 h (be on the track by 0725 h.
• Bring only a small bag if absolutely necessary (none would be the best), which is to be brought from Assembly point to ISH and placed under the chair. All classrooms will remain locked for the day.
• Class Committee, please be familiar with movement, sitting arrangement and order of the day and to assist your class tutors

Schedule for Term 1 Week 4 - 28 Jan to 1 Feb

• Mon 28 Jan - Normal School Day * (Sports Pre-Heats)
• Tue 29 Jan - Normal School Day *
• Wed 30 Jan - Normal School Day *
• Thu 31 Jan - Normal School Day * [No ADM] (Sports Heats 1)
• Fri 1 Feb - Normal School Day *

* Dismissal as per time-table

Schedule for Term 1 Week 5 - 4 Feb to 8 Feb

• Mon 4 Feb - SJI Celebrates Lunar New Year & Inauguration Celebration
• Tues 5 Feb - Lunar New Year (1st Day)
• Wed 6 Feb - Lunar New Year (2nd Day)
• Thu 7 Feb - Normal School Day *
• Fri 8 Feb - Normal School Day *

* Dismissal as per time-table

Have a Blessed Week ahead!

Mrs Nicole Khoo

Head of Level 1, 2019

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Term 1 Week 3 : Sun 20 Jan 2019

Dear Parents,

With the lighting of the flame over the star, the Josephian Spirit - that flame which burns in each and every Josephian was lit for the youngest Josephians - the Year 1s. The flame burning on the star (Signum Fidei) reminds us all daily of the calling to all Josephians.

Thank you for your presence at the Year 1 Orientation Campfire. More than 500 parents and guests, including old boys and an equal number of SJI boys witnessed this momentous occasion. Witnessing the Year 1s proudly singing the school songs and cheers with such great gusto and deep heart-felt feelings during the campfire will be something that will stay with those present for a long time to come. I was also deeply humbled by the over-whelming support. Your presence at this campfire is an affirmation for what we do at SJI and the need to always do them better.

Thank you for helping us make that unique SJI experience so real and alive for your son. As the Year 1 Orientation Programme comes to an end, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you once again for your patience and understanding these past 2 weeks.

Once again, welcome to the SJI family and we look forward to working with you in the next 2 years.

1. Year 1 CCA Matters

• On-line Year 1 CCA Option <Open Fri 25 Jan, 0800 h to Mon 28 Jan, 1800 h>. To login, click <here>.
• CCA Briefing Slides. Click <here>
• Return of Online CCA Option Form by Tue 29 Jan
• Confirmation of Year 1 CCA by mid Feb

Queries. Please feel free to ask your son to approach his Class Tutors and/or PE teachers if he needs any clarification. For more information, you may also email Mr Rene Loh, HOD (PE) <rene.loh@sji.edu.sg>.

2. Year 1 Talks on Sat 26 Jan 2019

• Briefing for Year 1 Parents at LT2/3 by Mr Ng Yew Hong, Director of Academics (FPA) from 0900 - 1000 h. Click <here>
• Talk on Transitioning from Primary to Secondary School for Year 1 Parents by Mr Benedict Long, Counsellor from 1000 to 1030 h. The talk is conducted by Mr Benedict Long who has 8 years of experience working with children and youths.

3. Information on Asian Languages (AL) /Foreign Languages (FL) IN LIEU OF Mother Tongue Languages (MTL).

• Click <here> for the letter.
• Click <here> for the relevant forms.

4. Year 1 Catholic Matters

• Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help every Tue at 1500 h @ SJI Chapel. Parents are invited to attend.
• Catholic CCAs for Year 1 Catholic Students.
• Attendance. All Year 1 Catholic boys are reminded to attend Novena followed by your allocated CCA (please see below).
• Change of Catholic CCA and/or Timing. Kindly note that the above is only a tentative allocation and may change after Year 1s have been allocated their CCA in mid Feb.
• CCA Days & Venues.
  • Legion of Mary (OLGC - Our Lady of Good Counsel). Tue @ Brothers' Residence from 1530 to 1700 h.
  • Legion of Mary (QOAS - Queen of All Saints). Tue @ Cenacle from 1530 to 1700 h.
  • Legion of Mary (SOW - Seat of Wisdom). Tue @ Chapel from 1530 to 1700 h.
  • Legion of Mary (AOC - Arc of Covenant). Wed @ Cenacle from 1430 to 1600 h.
  • St. Vincent de Paul Society (SVDP). Tue @ ML402 / Kwong Wai Shiu Hospital from 1530 to 1700 h. (Starts after allocation of CCA)
  • Young Christian Students (YCS). Tue @ ISH Meeting Room from 1530 to 1700 h. (Starts after allocation of CCA)

Queries. Kindly email Mrs Josephine Lee <jchang@sji.edu.sg>

5. SJI 111th Annual Track & Field Championships 2019 on Fri 8 Mar

Heats Events Schedule

• Notice Form. Click <here>
• Heats Event Schedule. Click <here>
  • Sports Meet (Pre-Heats) on Mon 28 Jan @ SJI from 1500 to 1800 h
  • Sports Meet Heat 1 on Thu 31 Jan @ HOA* from 1200 to 1700 h
  • Sports Meet Heat 2 on Tue 12 Feb @ HOA* from 1200 to 1700 h
  • Sports Meet Heat 3 on Thu 14 Feb @ HOA* from 1200 to 1700 h
  • Sports Meet (Reserve Day) on Mon 25 Feb @ HOA* from 1200 to 1700 h

(*HOA - Home of Athletics 6 Stadium Blvd, Singapore 397797 )

Queries. Kindly email Mr K Arul<arul@sji.edu.sg>

6. Message from Parent Support Group Chair

Dear Year One Parents,

Welcome to SJI. Please use the link below to register your details for the SJI Parents Support Group.

https://goo.gl/forms/BZQDuCvjm48gIogX2

Thank you.

SJI PSG

Schedule for Term 1 Week 3 - 21 to 26 Jan

• Mon 21 Jan - Normal School Day *
• Tue 22 Jan - Normal School Day *
• Wed 23 Jan - Normal School Day*
• Thu 24 Jan - Normal School Day [No ADM]**
• Fri 25 Jan - Normal School Day*
• Sat 26 Jan - Year 1 Parents Talk

* Dismissal as per time-table

**Training for AV representatives from 1330 - 1400 h

Have a Blessed Week ahead!

Mrs Nicole Khoo

Head of Level 1, 2019

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Term 1 Week 2 : Sun 13 Jan 2019 - Year 1 Orientation Camp... ... Heartfelt Thanks

Dear Parents,

Thank you for helping us make that unique SJI experience so real and alive for your son. With the end of the Year 1 Orientation Camp, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you once again for your patience and understanding this past week. Time flies, it was just about 3 weeks ago on 20 Dec that your son 'reported' to SJI and today he's a JOSEPHIAN (in the making). Camp has ended and it's time we work together to help the newly minted Year 1 Josephians adjust, cope and thrive with life in secondary school.

1. Year 1 Matters

Year 1 Parents' Orientation on Wed 9 Jan & Fri 11 Jan 2019

• Presentation Slides. Click<here>

2. Assembly / Dismissal Matters on Mon 14 Jan

• Reporting Time @ 0730 h. Year 1s are to note that they are to gather (sit) at the track before assembly, with a book for reading. However, Catholic students must be at the chapel by 0710 h to attend morning prayer. Please be in full school uniform (Tie to be worn).
• School Hours on Mon 14 Jan from 0730 to 1330 h. Kindly note that dismissal for all Year 1s (except for **ML 101 & MN 103) on Mon 14 Jan is at 1330 h due to the release of the GCE 'O' Level results. **ML 101 & MN 103 will continue with lessons, ending at 1410 h.
• Books to Bring. For Mon 14 Jan, your son needs to bring books according to the timetable.
• Class Time-table - Term 1, 2019. Click <here>.
• Time-table. Kindly note that the Odd / Even weeks (top and bottom rows) on the time-table are based on the weeks of the school term. Do also note that Mon 14 Jan is Term 1 Week 2 (even week).
• Free Periods. Classes with free periods (usually 20 min slots) are to note that this time is to be spent for self-study and preparation for the next lesson. Playing is strongly discouraged.
• Location of Year 1 Classrooms (Blk J). Year 1 classrooms are located in Blk J (St Brother Jamie Hilario Block), the furthest block from the canteen next to the chapel.
• Layout for Assembly. Click <here>
• Layout for Canteen. Click <here>

3. Year 1 Catholic Matters

• Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help every Tue at 1500 h @ SJI Chapel. Parents are invited to attend.
• Catholic CCAs for Year 1 Catholic Students. [Starts on Tue 15 Jan]
• Notice to Parents (LE). Click <here>
• Notice to Parents (FN/ML/MN). Click <here>
• Attendance. All Year 1 Catholic boys are reminded to attend Novena followed by your Catholic CCA.
• Queries. Kindly email Mrs Josephine Lee, <jchang@sji.edu.sg>

4. Year 1 Campfire on Fri 18 Jan [Dismissal @ 2015 h]

• Reporting time @ 1000 h. Year 1s are to meet at the respective classrooms for attendance taking and to deposit their bags.
• Arts Alive Performance @ 1045 h
• Lunch at 1200 h
• Uniformed Group CCA Orientation @ 1330 h
• Campfire @ 1800 h

5. Schedule for Term 1 Week 2 - 14 to 18 Jan

• Mon 14 Jan - Normal School Day [Early Dismissal at 1330 h for all classes except ML 101 & Mn 103]
• Tues 15 Jan - Normal School Day [Frat Session: dismissal at 1430 h]
• Wed 16 Jan - Normal School Day [Songs & Cheers + Campfire Briefing : Dismissal at 1430 h]
• Thur 17 Jan - Normal School Day
• Fri 18 Jan - Late reporting @ 1000 h [Arts Alive, Uniformed Groups CCA Orientation, Campfire]

Have a Blessed Week ahead!

Mrs Nicole Khoo

Head of Level 1, 2019

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5 Jan 2019 - Week 1 School Matters 2

Dear Parents,

As we wait in eager anticipation for the start of the new school year, kindly take note of the following matters.

1. 1st Day of School Matters - Mon 7 Jan

• Reporting Place & Time.
• Please report to school in SJI PE Attire.
• Click <here>
• Books to Bring. For Mon 7 Jan, your son need not bring anything else other than the documents that were mentioned during the briefing on 20 Dec (Thu).
• Orientation Camp and Parallel Programme Day. Please note that students are to report in PE attire for the week. The uniform and tie should be brought on a hanger for use on Day 2 of the Camp.

2. Traffic Advisory for Mon 7 Jan

• Parents may wish to take note of the above. SJI is located in an area where there are many other schools, therefore please anticipate that traffic will be heavy along Whitley and Malcolm Roads during the morning rush hours. It could take possibly at least 15 minutes just to enter the school premises. Kindly note the following as the school tries to manage traffic into the campus. For pedestrians walking into the school, the side gate at the Malcolm Road entrance will be opened.
• The school will monitor the traffic flow for the first few weeks and if necessary, we will make improvements. We seek your cooperation and understanding to adhere to the above advisory for the safety of our students and staff.

3. Wed 9 Jan / Fri 11 Jan : Parent's Orientation & Closing Ceremony for Year 1 Orientation Camp

• Parents, kindly be in SJI by 1715 h. Click <here>

Have a Blessed weekend ahead!

Mrs Nicole Khoo

Head of Level 1, 2019

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2 Jan 2019 - Week 1 School Matters 1

Dear Parents,

A Blessed New Year. There is still much to be done. The Year 1, Peer Support teachers and Peer Support Leaders have been hard at work preparing to welcome the newest and youngest members of the Josephian family. As we look forward to the first week of school, do take note of the following matters

Details regarding the various orientation programmes will be shared with you.

1. Submission of *Orientation Parent Acknowledgement Form on Mon 7 Jan 2019.

• Fintan (FN) & Lawrence (LE). Click <here>
• Michael (ML) & Marcian (MN). Click <here>

2. 2019 Y1 Classlist (To be released on Fri 4 Jan). Click <here>

3. Assembly / Dismissal Matters

• Reporting Time on Mon 7 Jan @ 0705 h onwards. Year 1s are to note of the above. Please assemble by 0730 h at the Founder's Hall for assembly. (In their SJI PE attire)
• Walking Across the Field. Year 1s are reminded NOT TO walk across the field in the morning if they are coming in from the ISH bus stop.
• Dismissal - Walking to ISH Bus stop. Year 1s are to note that the gate near the Indoor Sports Hall (ISH) will be locked from 0730 h. Students going to the ISH bus stop after school are to exit the school gate and get there by walking around the perimeter of the school.
• Location for Assembly Year 1s are to note that they are to assemble on the school track for assembly (from Week 2 onwards).
• Assembly Matters. Year 1s are to note that they are to gather (sit) at the track before assembly, with a book for reading. However, Catholic students must be at the chapel by 0710 hrs to attend morning prayer (from Week 2 onwards).

4. School Matters

• Food & Drink Matters. Year 1s are to note that food and drinks bought in the canteen MUST be consumed in the canteen / amphitheatre. Students are NOT allowed to bring food and drinks out of these areas.
• Temperature-taking on Thu 10 Jan. Year 1s are reminded to bring their Oral Digital Thermometers (ODTs) for the above. Parents are to note that your son will be issued a new ODT (given by MOE) on Mon 7 Jan.
• Wearing of School Tie (till 0930 h). Year 1s to note that they are to wear their school tie on the 1st school day of the week until 0930 h (for Year 1s in Week 2).

5. Year 1 Orientation Camp

• EZ Link Card - To Bring. Year 1s are reminded to bring their EZ Link card as they will be taking public transport to visit Old SJI (Singapore Art Museum).
• School Uniform and Tie with Hanger. Year 1s are reminded to wear their PE attire when they report to school for their Orientation Camp. They are also to bring along their uniform on a hanger which they'll need to wear during the Year 1 Parent's Orientation.
• Pocket Money for Break/s. Year 1s may bring a small amount of money (enough for 2 recesses), so that should there be a need, they can get a snack during break times.
• Year 1 Parents' Orientation. Please arrive at 1715 - 1730 h for the meet-up with the class tutors at the respective classrooms, followed by the Orientation proper which will begin at 1800 h. Due to very limited parking spaces, parents are STRONGLY ENCOURAGED to take public transport. Alternatively, to avoid undue stress, you may wish to park your cars in car parks nearby the school (e.g. HDB Hub, Newton Hawker Centre, Botanic Gardens, etc). The school appreciates your kind understanding and co-operation on this matter.

6. Year 1 Orientation Parallel Programme [Sports & Aesthetics Skills Tests, Sports Trials, etc]

• PE Attire for BOTH Days. Year 1s are to note that you are to report to school in PE attire for both days. There is no need to wear your school uniform on these days.
• Aesthetics Trials. Year 1s will attend the Aesthetics CCA Open House within curriculum time on Day 1. The Aesthetics Trials for shortlisted (identified during the Aesthetics CCA Open House) and interested students will be conducted in the afternoon of Day 2. Year 1s who are shortlisted and interested are reminded to bring money for your lunch. Please see the Year 1 Orientation Letter for details.
• Sports Trials [Optional]. Year 1s are to note this is OPTIONAL. Interested Year 1s are to check the notice board near the school bookshop for details (e.g. timings, venue, etc). More information will be shared.
  • 8 - 9 Jan (Tue & Wed) - Michael (ML) & Marcian (MN) Fraternity
  • 10 - 11 Jan (Thu & Fri) - Fintan (FN) & Lawrence (LE) Fraternity

Have a Blessed Week ahead!

Mrs Nicole Khoo

Head of Level 1, 2019

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20 Dec 2018 - Reporting Day

Dear Parents,

A warm welcome to the SJI Family ... ... Thank you for your presence today. As we begin this journey together, the school hopes that by working with you, we will be able to support our boys and develop them to their fullest potential, both in and out of the classroom. The Level Website is the primary means of communication between the school and the home. It will provide a platform to update parents in a timely manner on the activities that your son will be involved in at school. Below are the various matters that will be shared at this morning's briefing.

1. On-line Submissions. <Opens 20 Dec (Thu), 0800 hrs>

• Update of Student's Particulars. Click <here>
• MOE Independent School Bursary (ISB). [If applicable] Click <here>

2. Year 1 2019 Reporting.

• Briefing Slides. Click <here>
• Registration Package. Click <here>
• Groupings for Year 1 Reporting. Click <here>
• Higher Mother Tongue Language. Click <here>
• 3rd Language Namelist. Click <here>

If you have any queries, please feel free to drop any of us an email ... ...

• School Matters. Mr Lee Han Seng, Dean (FPA) <hanseng@sji.edu.sg>
• Level Matters, Mrs Nicole Khoo, Head of Level 1 <deniser@sji.edu.sg>
• Academic Matters. Mr Ng Yew Hong, Director of Academics (FPA) <yewhong@sji.edu.sg>
• Sports & CCA. Mr Rene Loh, Head (PE & CCA) <rene.loh@sji.edu.sg>
• Mother Tongue Languages (MTL). Mrs Ng-Yeo Bee Kheng, Head, MTL (FPA) <beekheng@sji.edu.sg>
• IT Support. Mr Lee Ming Liang, Website Administrator <webadmin@sji.edu.sg>
• MOE Independent School Bursary (ISB). Mr Christopher Thio, Student Services Executive <isb-fas@sji.edu.sg>

Have a Blessed Christmas ahead!

Mrs Nicole Khoo

Head of Level 1, 2019