MOE-OBS Challenge Programme 2020 - PRE-COURSE BRIEFING FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS CRESCENT GIRLS' SCHOOL - Crescent Girls' School
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MOE-OBS Challenge Programme 2020 PRE-COURSE BRIEFING FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS CRESCENT GIRLS’ SCHOOL
CRESCENT GIRLS’ SCHOOL 9 March 2020 – 13 March 2020 School Programmer Coordinator: Mr Huang Pengyuan Email: Huang_Pengyuan@crescent.edu.sg
1. What is the MOE-OBS Challenge Programme?
Content
2. What will my child learn from the programme?
Overview 3. What is the 5-day Course in OBS?
4. How do I register my child for the 5-day Course in
OBS?
5. What are the safety measures for my child/ward
during the 5-day Course?
6. What is the communication channel?
7. How can I help my child?
Holistic • Develop well-rounded individuals
Education • Outdoor Education (OE) provides rich
learning experiences outside the classroom
and helps our students to develop holistically,
building up their resilience and ruggedness
• Authentic learning
experiences help our
students to develop 21st
century competencies
as well as competencies
for sustainable, active
and healthy living
Outdoor Lower Upper
Lower Primary Upper Primary
Adventure Secondary Secondary
Learning Outdoor Education in Physical Education Curriculum
Experiences • Active and healthy lifestyle
• Social and emotional competencies
for ALL
Programme for
1 outdoor 1 outdoor MOE-OBS
Active Learning
adventure adventure Challenge
(Outdoor
learning camp learning camp Programme
Education)
• Social and emotional competencies
• Resilience, ruggedness and social cohesion
What is the 3 COMPONENTS
MOE-OBS
Challenge
Pre-course Lessons and
Programme? Preparation
5-day Expeditionary
Course Conducted by OBS
Post-course Lessons
Pre-course
Lessons Outdoor Education in PE Lessons CCE Lessons
and
Preparation
Pre-course Lesson with School Briefing
Form Teacher to Students
5-day Course in OBS
Post-course Sample CCE Lesson Reflection
Lessons Activity
Post-course Lesson with
Form Teacher
Journaling
What will my child
learn from the
Programme?
Learning Outcomes and Objectives
Learning
Outcomes &
ObjectivesResilience Social
Cohesion
Confident Concerned
Person Citizen1. Duration
The 5-day course spans over 5 days and 4nights.
More
2. Intensity
about the The 5-day course experience is set in an outdoor
5-day course environment with activities conducted in all
in OBS weather conditions, over prolonged durations in
the day.
3. Journey-Based Concept
It is designed to allow for self-propelled/self-
sufficient journey which allow opportunities for
students learn to overcome physical and mental
challenges, while taking ownership through
involvement in responsible planning and
decision-making. Students will travel with their
group from campsite to campsite with an OBS
Instructor.Pre-course Sample Post-course
preparation 5-day course follow-up
Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5
Team/ Problem Adventure Single/Multi-Mode Commitment
Solving Activities Activities, Land/ Water-Based Activity, Peer
Preparation for Expeditions Feedback & Active
Expedition Planning
Debriefing / Reflection Time / Peer Appraisal / Journaling
Getting to know Building Surmounting challenges as a Peer feedback,
you & team competence & TEAM, develop resilience as transfer of
socialisation confidence individuals, sense of learning
achievement as a WHOLEOBS Heads to
Mainland Singapore
Integrating – Lianhe Zaobao
the blue
and green
spaces on
mainland
SingaporeFORMSG
How do I Example
register my
child for the
5-day course
in OBS?
E-Registration
using
FORMSG
Parents are to have the following ready:
1. Singpass login
2. Internet access device
3. Child’s detailsImportant Online Course Registration
Ensure certified accurate information is given
Information when filling the Online Course Registration Form
- The school will be engaging external vendors for
fully-subsidized medical screening session in school
on 15 October and 22 October 2019.
- Tetanus vaccination is not included in the screening.
If required, tetanus vaccination is available during
the screening session but the cost will be self-borne.
*Parents to note:
Additional supplementary information (e.g.
doctor’s memo) may be required by OBS for
assessment if child/ward with pre-existing
conditions can be enrolled into the 5-day course.• FULL DISCLOSURE of all medical conditions should
be made during the E-Registration
• Based on the medical information provided, one or
more of the following message(s) may appear:
Medication Required
During the E- Specialist Memo Required
OBS is unable to enrol
Registration
• Students with the above-mentioned medical
… conditions:
E-mail Mr Huang
(huang_pengyuan@crescent.edu.sg) with the
following information BY 1 October 2019
1. Name, Class
2. Medical ConditionPre-Course Medical Examination
Your child will need to be certified fit by a
medical doctor for the OBS Course.
Why is there a need for medical examination?
To determine your child’s suitability for the
Priority on course based on current and accurate health
Safety and status
Well-Being To determine how best to provide a suitable
level of care, especially for students with pre-
existing conditions*
To help parents/guardians make an informed
decision on their child’s participation in the
course based on current health status of
child/ward
*Note: Please refer to Letter to Parents - Important Note
and Frequently Asked Questions for details - Non-
Admission and Condition(s) of ConcernStudents with the following medical condition(s) are unable to
enrol in to the MOE-OBS Challenge Programme. They will not
be taking the medical examination in school. Please see Mr
Huang from the PE Department at Staff Room 3.
1
Epilepsy / fits / seizures – Any episodes within the last 24 months
2 Unavoidable allergens resulting in severe allergic reaction – e.g. traces of
allergen (including but not limited to peanuts, tree nuts, food additives, wheat,
Furthermore etc), insect bites, unknown allergens
… 3
Thalassemia Major
4 Diabetes condition requiring Insulin injections
5
Mitral valve prolapse with regurgitation
6 PMC from PE lessons / Sports due to medical condition(s) or obesityStudents with the following medical condition(s) will need to
provide additional information from their specialist for review
prior to confirmation on OBS participation. They will not be
taking the medical examination in school. Please see Mr Huang
from the PE Department at Staff Room 3.
7 Breathing problem e.g. exercise induced asthma
Furthermore 8 Blood disorder e.g. anaemia
… 9 Severe obesity – Body Mass Index (BMI) above 35
10 Severe Behavioural and/or psychological conditions e.g. Attention Deficit
Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) / Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
11 Any condition requiring administration of injections (by self or with help) or
medical equipment support – e.g. Epipen
11 Any conditions that may impair movement and/or adversely affect safety to
self or others during the Course – Bone / Joint / Tendon injuries or conditionRisk Management
What are the People
safety Competent and qualified, full-time OBS instructors
measures for Small group size of 12-14 students per instructor
my child Dedicated, professional medical staff on 24-hr
during the standby
5-day Course?
Track Record
• Pioneer in Singapore’s outdoor adventure education
delivering quality outdoor adventure programmes
• Professional practices in risk management and
safetyManagement of your child/ward’s well-being
What are the What are the measures put in place?
safety Instructors are trained in Wilderness Advanced
measures for First Aid
my child Daily, pre-activity and post-activity checks are
during the 5- conducted to ensure your child/ward’s well-being
The medical facility in OBS with outdoor nurse
day Course? practitioner(s) is on 24-hr standby to provide
medical support
Medical treatment will be to your child/ward, if
requiredThe Communication Channel
School
Programme
Parent Coordinator OBS Participant
(Tel: 9172 0450) /
MOE HQ
School
Programme
Coordinator
Participant OBS (Tel: 9172 0450) / Parent
MOE HQ
*MOE and OBS are on 24-hr standby during every MOE-OBS Challenge Programme 5-day courseWhen will I be informed?
You will be informed when your child/ward requires further medical attention, e.g. sent
out to clinic or hospital, instead of daily updates of your child/ward during the course.
Scenario 1: OBS informs Parent via School
OBS will Student requires School informed
Student
assess, further medical &
complains of
treat & attention at clinic Parent/Guardian
injury/illness
monitor and/or hospital informed
Scenario 2: OBS maintains status quo, and will not inform School/Parent/Guardian
OBS will Student re-joins
Student
assess, the group and
complains of
treat & continues on the
injury/illness
monitor course1. Share purpose of the programme & motivate him/her
How can I 2. Emphasise the importance of working together to
achieve team goals - “It’s not about winning but working
help my together”
child? 3. Help your child to set goals
Pre-course - What does he/she want to achieve from programme?
- What are his/her strengths that can be tapped on?
4. Encourage your child to maintain a positive outlook
5. Be receptive to advice and feedback
6. Be brave in facing the unknown and stepping out of
his/her comfort zone to take on new challenges
7. Role model what it means to lead a healthy lifestyle
8. Bring your child outdoors and exercise with him/her
9. Have fun and enjoy the whole experience!How can I Infographic Packing List
help my
child?
Pre-Course
Note: Expedition items
and equipment such as
backpacks, tents,
poncho, whistles,
Personal Floatation
Device (PFD) etc. are
provided by OBS.
Students are encouraged
to borrow from family/
friends/schoolmates
instead of buying.1. Reflect with your child on his/her progress
How can I 2. Encourage your child to share his/her experiences
help my
3. Acknowledge your child’s feelings/accomplishments
child? 4. Celebrate his/her successes
5. Talk about areas that didn’t go so well
Post-course 6. Encourage your child to share his/her feelings on achieving
or not achieving a goal
7. Reflect with your child on lessons learnt (both positive and
negative experiences) during the programme
8. Help your child to apply what they’ve learnt in daily life
9. Affirm your child’s effort to make positive changes
10. Help your child to set new goals and work towards achieving
them
11. Encourage volunteerism and provide opportunities for your
child to contribute to societyHow can I
help my
child? DOs DON’Ts
Do listen to your Do not pack your
Journeying child’s concerns. child’s bag for him
with Your Child or her.
Do set goals with
your child. Do not create
Do affirm your anxiety with
child’s effort to assumptions.
make positive Do not frighten
changes. your child with
“horror” stories.For parents/guardians whose child is attending course in either Term 1 or Term 2 in 2020.
Mainstream / Social and Digital Media Webpage on OBS website (to be updated soon)
ST Photo Story: Teenage Rite of Passage http://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/teenage-rite-of-passage 17 July 2017
Channel News Asia: Coney Island https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/video-on- New Blue and Green Belts demand/singapore-tonight/mon-30-jul-2018-10575380 31 July 2018
New Media Branch: #MOEOBSTakeover https://www.instagram.com/moesingapore/ Narrative: Students’ perspectives 28 May 2017
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