Primary Years: Being Principled｜小学部：坚持原则

In Grade 1, students demonstrated being principled by showing fairness and respect by taking turns, listening to each other, and ensuring everyone had an equal opportunity to participate in the activity. During their UoI classes, the children displayed responsibility and integrity as they focused on completing their small-scale ocean habitats, ensuring their work reflected their best effort and commitment.

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This week, Grade 2 students demonstrated what it means to be principled by working collaboratively and persevering through challenges. They explored scientific concepts through hands-on experiments, focusing on gravity and the northern lights. They showed resilience, not giving up until they achieved success. Through teamwork and determination, they embraced the spirit of inquiry and discovery!

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The Grade 3 students have been enhancing their understanding of electricity. Prior to designing their own switches at the end of the week, they engaged in an inquiry-based investigation into conductors and insulators. The success of their investigations relied on conducting fair tests, minimising the variables that were altered, and handling the equipment safely.

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Grade 4 students have expressed their principled nature by working effectively as part of a team, respectfully exploring their teammates' ideas, and creating well-researched and decorated solar system-themed posters. Students showed their ability to listen attentively to others' ideas as they presented their work.

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This week, Grade 5 students were actively encouraged to take responsibility for their actions, fostering a sense of accountability. Through various engaging activities and discussions, they explored the concept of fairness, applying it to their interactions with peers and in group projects.

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The Grade 6A students have been engaged in the development of informative boards focussed on the properties of light. In their groups, they demonstrated principled behaviour by recognising sources, collaborating fairly, appreciating diverse perspectives, and actively seeking feedback.

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In Grade 6B, students showed respect to one another during collaborative activities. They took responsibility for planning their upcoming assembly performance, working together effectively and ensuring that everyone's contributions were valued and acknowledged throughout the process.

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This week, students demonstrated commitment to completing their music pieces. They practiced diligently, collaborated respectfully, and prepared confidently for their presentations. Their dedication and responsibility ensured they were ready to share their soundscapes. 

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In ICT class this week, students from Grade 1 through 6 explored tools like Scratch Jr, Scratch, and Microbit with honesty and respect for each other’s work. They demonstrated responsibility by using these platforms to create and share their projects, while always thinking carefully about their actions in coding and design. By working together and being respectful, they fostered a collaborative and positive learning environment in every activity.

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Grade 2 students studied "A Cake Made by Thousands people ", discovering how everyday items rely on collective effort. Through role-play and discussions, students reflected on why adhering to one’s role (e.g., farmers, workers) matters ethically, even without supervision. They concluded that principled actions—like honoring commitments and respecting others’ labor—build trust and a harmonious society. 

Grade 6 students learned about Robinson Crusoe’s struggles on the deserted island through studying the excerpt from the text. They discovered that despite facing numerous difficulties, Crusoe never gave up hope of survival. With his tenacity and intelligence, he built shelters, grew crops, and domesticated animals. We should learn from his respect for life and his perseverance in the face of adversity. Even on a deserted island, Crusoe still adhered to basic moral principles. For example, he rescued Friday and treated him as a friend rather than a slave, demonstrating his respect for humanity and his pursuit of freedom.

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Grade 5 and Grade 6 students participated in a group debate on "The Pros and Cons of the Internet". They focused on facts and logic, avoiding emotional arguments, and respectfully addressed opposing viewpoints by using reasoned arguments. During their study of transportation,  Grade 3 and Grade 4 students explored the environmental impact of various vehicles. Opting for eco-friendly choices, such as public transit or bicycles, demonstrates a sense of responsibility and principled decision-making.       

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In Grade 1 Math, students focused on subtraction within 20 with regrouping. Students learned to follow steps precisely to solve problems, understanding the importance of rules and order. This practice mirrors sticking to rules ensures accuracy and fairness. They also worked in pairs, showing respect and cooperation, reinforcing the idea that teamwork and discipline lead to success. 

The Grade 4 students learned about the process of the four arithmetic operations, mastering the principle of the order of operations of multiplication and division first, before addition and subtraction. With each step of the calculation process, students ensured the accuracy of the calculation results; and when solving practical problems, the method and order of the four arithmetic operations will be reasonably selected based on the situation and quantitative relationship of the problem to ensure that the problem-solving ideas and processes are logical.

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Upper Primary progressed onto overhead clear rallies and mini games in there badminton lesson. During the lesson students would work with range of peers with different level of experience. Students had to work together, being principled, by showing respect for each others skill level and playing games with integrity and honesty. 

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The PY boarding students demonstrated their principled nature by diligently completing even their most challenging math homework. They creatively utilised materials from the art room to aid their understanding and problem-solving. Additionally, they took responsibility for their environment by ensuring that the space they used was left clean and free of rubbish.

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