Pocket Money For JC: How Much Is Enough?
POCKET MONEY FOR JC HOW MUCH IS ENOUGH How much pocket money is adequate in a JC? This article is good for parents whose children are embarking on the exciting next phase of their journey. Notes […]
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JC Juggling Act: Balancing Studies, Sports and Social Life
JC JUGGLING ACT BALANCING STUDIES, SPORTS, AND SOCIAL LIFE How does one balance studies, sports, friendships and a social life while in JC? Students and parents should know that the rigor of the JC education will not allow a […]
Repeating JC 1: Moving On From Temporary Setback
REPEATING JC1 MOVING ON FROM TEMPORARY SETBACK Every year, there are a number of students who fall short of advancing to JC2, this is not uncommon. Each school’s criteria, otherwise known as the Bell Curve, has some bearing on the […]
Dealing With Emotional Problems
BEAT THE JC BLUES DEALING WITH EMOTIONAL PROBLEMS JC schedules can be very hectic and vigorous. It is not uncommon for a child to experience days when they are overwhelmed with homework and assignments and emotions. Stress strategy This […]
Transiting From JC to Uni: Bigger Gap Compared To Poly Students
TRANSITING FROM JC TO UNI BIGGER GAP COMPARED TO POLY STUDENTS While it can be said that the polytechnic style of learning and school structure will be more similar to that of a university, one can question if poly students […]
Choosing The Right Junior College: Things To Take Note
CHOOSING THE RIGHT JUNIOR COLLEGE THINGS TO TAKE NOTE Choosing the right JC school could pave the way for the next milestone in the learning journey. This article seeks to explain some tips in choosing the right JC. Ultimately, both […]
JC Syllabus: Subject Combinations Explained
JC SYLLABUS SUBJECT COMBINATIONS EXPLAINED Subject combination plays a part in determining a student’s success in his educational journey. Students have varying interest and abilities. It is rare to find a student who can perform well for all subjects. […]
Proximity To Home: A Godsend For Hectic JC Schedules
PROXIMITY TO HOME A GODSEND FOR HECTIC JC SCHEDULES Junior college life is rigorous and tough. Most students come home quite tired after a long day at school. Ideally one’s travel journey via public transport should not exceed 45 […]
Pocket Money: How Much Is Too Much?
POCKET MONEY HOW MUCH IS TOO MUCH? Unlike junior colleges or secondary schools, polytechnics are not fully subsidised government institutions. School fees are significantly more than that in secondary schools. Notes and supplementary materials are usually bought and no longer […]
Group Dynamics – How To Deal With Differences (Part 2)?
GROUP DYNAMICS HOW TO DEAL WITH DIFFERENCES (Part 2) It is vital for parents to share the following information with their children who are involved in group projects. In polytechnics, projects are common. The last thing anyone wants is […]