First week in school: More focus on psycho-social recreation than academic activities View(s):For primary students of both government and government-approved private schools, which are reopening tomorrow, the first week will mainly focus on creating a positive atmosphere and getting both students and teachers to gradually adapt to the academic process. A guide with a list of psycho-social activities has been prepared by the Education Ministry’s counselling unit in consultation with the Health Ministry and the primary education branch of the State Ministry for Women and Child Development, Preschool and Primary Education. E-copies of the guide have been sent to principals to be forwarded to primary school teachers. Singing, drawing and a number of group activities have been included for both indoors and outdoors. The Education Ministry said the primary objective was to give time for students to get to know their teacher and classmates.

Source: Sunday Times October 24, 2021 01:39 UTC