Overview

Character and Citizenship Education (CCE)

At Mee Toh School, we view character development as akin to nurturing a seed into a thriving plant. We recognise that each child is unique, requiring time, patience, and a supportive community to foster their holistic growth and unlock their full potential.

Character and Citizenship Education (CCE) forms the cornerstone of our educational philosophy, permeating every aspect of school life—both academic and non-academic. This approach ensures that CCE is not confined to a single subject or time slot, but is a continuous process woven into the fabric of our students' daily experiences.

Our CCE programme is firmly rooted in the core values set forth by the Ministry of Education, while also being guided by our school's vision, mission, and motto: Compassion, Conscience, Purity & Righteousness. These principles serve as a moral compass, steering our students towards becoming responsible, empathetic, and principled individuals ready to contribute positively to society.

Through this comprehensive approach, we aim to cultivate not just academically proficient students, but well-rounded individuals with strong moral foundations and a deep sense of civic responsibility.

HIGHLIGHTS

Form Teachers’ Guidance Period (FTGP)

Form Teacher Guidance Period (FTGP) at our school employs authentic contexts to explicitly teach and reinforce essential social-emotional skills. These lessons are firmly anchored in values and citizenship dispositions, ensuring a holistic approach to character development.

During FTGP, we address six key Content Areas of Character and Citizenship Education (CCE) in a developmentally appropriate manner:

Cyber Wellness
Education and Career Guidance
Family Education
Mental Health
National Education
Sexuality Education

These carefully structured lessons serve a dual purpose: they strengthen positive Teacher-Student Relationships (TSR) and foster supportive peer interactions. This approach creates a nurturing environment where students feel valued and understood.

Importantly, we allocate dedicated time within FTGP for Form Teachers to engage in individual conversations with students. These one-on-one interactions provide valuable opportunities for personalised guidance, allowing teachers to better understand and support each student's unique needs and aspirations.

Through FTGP, we aim to equip our students with the social-emotional competencies and values necessary for navigating life's challenges and becoming responsible, empathetic citizens.

Character and Citizenship Education-Mother Tongue (CCE-MTL)

Character and Citizenship Education in Mother Tongue Languages (CCE-MTL) at Mee Toh School focuses on the explicit teaching of our R3ICH values (Respect, Responsibility, Resilience, Integrity, Care and Harmony) within the broader CCE framework. We firmly believe that every Mee Tohian has the potential for growth and development through a nurturing environment and tailored school programmes.

Our CCE-MTL curriculum provides students with ample opportunities to:

Practice and internalise the R3ICH values
Recognise the virtues, significance, and impact of people and things around them
Understand how to strengthen relationships
Contribute to creating an affirmative school culture

National Education (NE) and Social Studies (SS)

National Education (NE) is an integral part of our school's citizenship programme. Through NE, Mee Tohians experience the Singapore story firsthand, fostering a strong national identity and a spirit of unity.

Our students commemorate four core NE events annually:

Total Defence Day
International Friendship Day
Racial Harmony Day
National Day

These events, coupled with our Primary Social Studies syllabus, provide students with opportunities to:

Deepen their understanding of Singapore's history and development
Explore significant local and global issues
Develop critical thinking skills
Cultivate values essential for responsible citizenship

Through this comprehensive approach, we aim to nurture Mee Tohians into informed, empathetic, and active citizens who are ready to contribute positively to our nation and the world.

Learning Journeys

Every year, Mee Tohians embark on diverse learning journeys that extend education beyond the classroom walls. These excursions offer our students:

Opportunities to acquire knowledge in authentic settings
A deeper understanding of heritage sites and places of interest
Hands-on experiences that bring textbook content to life
Insights into becoming well-informed and caring citizens

Through these immersive experiences, our students gain a richer perspective on their studies, connecting theoretical knowledge with real-world applications. These journeys not only enhance their learning but also foster a sense of curiosity and appreciation for our nation's history and culture.

By engaging with their surroundings, Mee Tohians develop a more holistic understanding of their education and its relevance to the world around them, preparing them to be active and responsible members of society.