Events & Activities

Next PSG Meeting, 1 Feb (Wed), 7.30am, Conference Room

2012-01-29T02:13:00.000-08:00

Dear PSG parents,

Please note that there will be a meeting on Wednesday 01 February 2012 at 7:30am.

Venue: Conference Room, L1 (next to General Office).

Agenda
1. PSG Orientation Evening (13 January): feedback
2. Sec 2 PIE (03 February)
3. Study Area Supervision
4. Update from Mr Marcel Lee
5. AOM

Our meeting will be followed by 'Lo Hei' (prosperity toss of raw fish with salad) for PSG members to herald the Lunar New Year!

Regards,
Siti
PSG
St Gabriel's Sec Sch

Quick Event Updates

2011-10-21T20:17:00.000-07:00

Dear PSG,

St Gabriel's Foundation Flag Day this Saturday 22 Oct
Gentle reminder to return your tin to the School Hall latest by 2:00pm on Flag Day. Alternatively, you can return your tin to Susan (General Office) tomorrow (Fri) anytime up to 5:00pm.

PSG 10th Anniversary Dinner Sat 12 Nov
We look forward to more new members who can join in the very casual dinner at Chilten Park and meet up with the rest of PSG and our guest-of-honour, Mr Marcel Lee. (Note: Details on venue, payment etc were released in previous post)

PSG Orientation Evening Fri 13 Jan 2012
Pls diarise, we hope to see PSG alumni and current members join our new recruits to help bring forth the PSG spirit 'Serve with Pride & Joy' up close and personal. To allow for F&B arrangements, please sign up early with Wang Leng (email wltan3@gmail.com or sms 96-64-2128).

Chinese New Year Decor: An Appeal for items by last day of school, Next Fri 28 Oct

Some of you may want to change your CNY decor at home or in office, just for a different look! When you next drop by at the School, please bring along used CNY festive decor items that you may want to contribute, such as artificial flowers, willows etc and pass these to Susan (General Office). Your cache of (unused) hongbaos (red packets) are also welcome. Susan has kindly agreed to help receive the items on our behalf.

Best Regards,
Siti
on behalf of May Ping
PSG - St Gabriel's Sec Sch

3 Announcements for your kind attention, please.

2011-10-13T02:58:00.000-07:00

Dear all,

Please refer to 3 announcements below for your attention:

1. Annual SGSS Staff Awards 2011: Your Nominations (if any) by 21 Oct

Each year, there are different types of recognition awards for Teachers & Support Staff based on nominations from staff, students, alumni and parents at SGSS. VP Mr Anith has kindly forwarded the nomination form for Parents as well as the criteria for those of you who wish to nominate suitable teachers /support staff for the various awards. Please refer to the 2 images below

Please right-click, save, print & submit your nomination in hardcopy.

You can email your completed form(s) directly to VP Mr Anith at Anith_Kumar@moe.gov.sg or pass your form(s) to the General Office by 21st Oct (5.00pm).

Just a reminder, all nominations have to be made on the form provided.

2. PSG 10th Anniversary Dinner Sat 12 Nov 2011: Register & Join in the Fun!

Happy to announce that many current members and PSG alumni have already signed up for the dinner during our last meeting! For those of you who have yet to register, please note the following info for your action:

Venue : Clubhouse @Chilten Park Condominium

Address : 133 Serangoon Avenue 3, S(556113)

Time : commencing 6.30pm

Theme : 'Perfect 10'

Cost : $18/- per head ($10/- for children aged 12 and below)

Payment : Please sms Grace Chong at 98-19-9338 for details/info about payment (funds transfer), with your name, number of people and amount paid. (Note: fund transfer details have been removed by from this post for security reasons)

3. Service Learning Trip : Collection for Mother&Child Organisation

A big THANK YOU to each one of you who have contributed to the collection efforts!

I copy Mr Jeyaram's message of thanks (received at 4.50pm yesterday), below:

" I would like to extend my heartfelt Thanks & appreciation to all the Parents for their generous support in donating items for the India trip. We are indeed very touched by the enthusiasm and support by PSG.
But very sadly, SILKAIR has only allowed 140kg of donations items to be brought over to India as such I humbly request you to convey to the Parents that we have collected enough items and thus there is not a need for anymore donation items due to the excess baggage cost.

Once again, Thank you so much to the Parents for the generous support.

May God bless you'll abundantly. "

Again, please refer to actionable items (1) and (2). Thank you!

Best regards,

Siti

on behalf of May Ping

Mobile 91-78-0800

Announcement of New PSG Exco Committee - 2011/2012

2011-08-10T03:26:00.000-07:00

Dear PSGs - Greetings.

We warmly welcome the following as our new PSG EXCO Committee - 2011/2012. We also sincerely thank the outgoing team who will continue to lend support and have been invited to be PSG alumni.

Chairperson: Chan May Ping
Vice Chair:    Angela Tay
Vice Chair: Karen Monteiro
Secretary:   Tan Wang Leng
Asst Sec:       Siti Zuraina
Treasurer:    Grace Chong
Asst Treas:    Lily Saw
IT:                 Asokan
Members:    Jacqueline Chan
                    Patrick Wong
                    Sharan Kaur
                    Sharmala
                    Daniel Wong
Mentors:     Flora Chong
                   Sally Foo
                   Virgie Orlino
                  Anne Vijeyndran

Looking forward to your continuous support to the New Exco Team.

Thank you and best regards,

Flora Chong
Outgoing Chairperson
PSG,
St. Gabriel's Secondary School

Gentle Reminder - Proposed Batam Trip

2011-06-16T21:48:00.000-07:00

Dear All

We refer to the proposed Batam trip on 9 July 2011. A gentle reminder for those who are interested and have not notified our Ms Karen Monteiro, please do so as soon as possible latest by 1st July 2011 at swkaren@hotmail.sg. We hope to get a number of 30 persons to make this trip happen and that all can have fun and enjoy themselves.

Regards
Siti
PSG
St Gabriel's Sec School.

Call for Participants : SFE - Parent Facilitator Training

2011-06-16T21:31:00.000-07:00

Dear PSG members,

Please find here below an email from Sally, the SFE Coordinator, on the next Parent Facilitator Training in July. All Sec 1 and 2 parents are encouraged to sign up for this programme.

Kindly take note of the deadline for registration.

Thank you and regards,
Siti
PSG
St Gabriel's Sec Sch

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From: MCYS SFE (MCYS)
Subject: SFE - Parent Facilitator Training

Dear SFE Schools and Coordinators,

The July 2011 intake for Parent Facilitator Training (PFT) is now open for registration!

The Parent Facilitator Training (PFT) is a programme for parent volunteers whose schools are under the School Family Education Programme (SFE). After attending the training, parent volunteers will be equipped with the basic knowledge on the stages in family life cycle and basic facilitation skills to help them to facilitate/co-facilitate with speakers/trainers in school.

Interested participant only needs to pay $50 for this 40-hour training programme. Upon completion of the 40 hour training programme, the participant is required to deliver a minimum of 9 hours of family life education programmes within a year upon graduation.

The deadline for application is 24 June 2011. Do refer to www.sfe.sg for more details. For any enquiries, please contact Helen at tel: 97839386/ email: cafeprogramme@gmail.com.

Proposed Day Trip to Batam (9th July, Saturday)

2011-06-05T20:33:00.000-07:00

Dear PSGs,

In view of the short time frame we have to plan the One-day Batam trip on the 15th of June, we have decided to shift the date for this to the 9th of July (sat). We hope that with this new date, more of you will be able to join us. The details and cost of the trip are listed below.

We would appreciate if you could email Karen at swkaren@hotmail.sg to indicate your interest in this day trip. Members of your family are also most welcome to join us. This will also be opened to all teachers and staff of St. Gabriel's Secondary. We need at least 30 persons to make this happen.

Regards
Siti on behalf of Karen
PSG
St Gabriel's Sec Sch

Next proposed date is 9th July (Saturday)

LIBRARY TOUR AT NEX

2011-05-23T01:57:00.000-07:00

Dear All,

As mentioned in the previous PSG meetings, those who are interested to attend the NEX library tour this Saturday, 28 May 2011, please meet near the customer service counter level 1 at NEX shopping centre at 8.45am.

Regards
Siti
PSG
St Gabriel's Sec Sch

Next PSG Meeting, 20 May (Fri), 7.30am, PSG Room

2011-05-14T21:24:00.000-07:00

Hi everyone,
Please be informed of the next PSG Meeting:

Date : 20 May 2011, Friday
Time : 7.30am
Venue : PSG Room

Agenda as follows:-
1) Review of Easter and Mother's Day activities
2) PSG Account
3) i-Carnival
4) Racial Harmony
5) ACES Day & Teachers' Day Celebration (Lunch)
6) Updates from Mr Marcel Lee
7) AOM

Regards
Siti
PSG
St Gabriel's Sec Sch

Call for Volunteers! Celebrate Reading Project !

2011-03-04T03:22:00.000-08:00

Dear PSG Members,
Ms Devika Tay is requesting for assistance from PSG (volunteers) for the following please:

Book Club
3 parents to work with students (2 students to a parent) after school hours for about an hour, 2 times a week for about 4 weeks. This will start next week )Monday - Thursday). Students will be given a text and they will be informed on passages to read prior to the sessions.

Focus Group
7 parents to assist here, starting Mon, 21 Mar. To commit 2x a week for 2 weeks, each session lasting 20min. In class with students (groups of 5 and conducting sharing sessions about books they have read).

Storytelling Evening (Proposed date - Sat, 19 Mar)
As much help as possible. More details later.

Award Ceremony (proposed date- Sat, 9 Apr)
As much help as possible. More details later.

Those who are keen to help, kindly reply via email to Siti - ctzoo@yahoo.com or Karen - karen.lau98@yahoo.com.sg We need your support. Thank you.

Best Regards
Siti
PSG
St Gabriel's Sec Sch

Forum on "Discipline or Child Abuse"

2011-03-04T03:15:00.000-08:00

Dear Parents,

Forum on "Discipline or Child Abuse" at Raffles Institution on 26th March, 8.15am to 11am

Outline of the forum
In this forum, we hope to explore the different types and methods of child discipline, as well as allow participants to better understand the boundary between child abuse and physical discipline. This is to minimise child abuse under different circumstances, thereby limiting the extent of physical and psychological damage inflicted upon children as a result of discipline

Here's the website for full details : http://parenthink.comuf.com/event.php Please register online if you are interested to attend.

Thank you

Warmest Regards,
Sally
SFE Coordinator for St Gabriel's Sec Sch

Next PSG Meeting, 25 Feb (Fri), 7.30am, PSG Room

2011-02-22T15:34:00.000-08:00

Hi Everyone,

Please be informed of the next PSG meeting:

Date : 25 February 2011, Friday
Time : 7.30am
Venue : PSG Room

Agenda

1) Update and attendance confirmation on Cross Country - 2 Mar 2011
2) Speech Day (16 Apr 2011) Deco
3) Easter Programme
4) Update by Mr Marcel Lee

5) AOM

Regards
Siti

PSG Orientation Evening - 14 Jan (Fri)

2011-01-12T06:07:00.000-08:00

Good morning everyone,

Kindly note that there will be a PSG orientation evening to welcome all new PSG members this friday, 14th Jan at the AVA room. There will be a pot luck after the address by Mr Marcel Lee and his key personnel.

It would be appreciated if you could indicate the items being contributed for the evening by emailing Karen Monteiro at karen.lau98@yahoo.com.sg asap.

We are also urgently looking for volunteers who will be able to help put up Chinese New Year decorations in the school premises to help usher in the year of the rabbit. Kindly submit your names and contact number to karen.lau98@yahoo.com.sg

We look forward to seeing all of you at the orientation evening this friday.

Be blessed and have a good week ahead.

Karen

Happy New Year! Next PSG Meeting on 5 Jan 2011, 7.30am, PSG Room

2011-01-01T02:29:00.000-08:00

Greetings to all! Hope this holiday has been a fruitful and enjoyable one for all. Please note there will be a PSG meeting on 5 Jan 2011, Wednesday, at 7.30am, PSG room. The Agenda as follows:-

1) Reviews & feedbacks on PSG Year End Dinner at Keppel Club.
2) Sec 1 Parent-Information Evening (PIE) on 7 Jan 2011, Friday.
3) Sec 1 PSG Orientation Evening on 14 Jan 2011, Friday.
4) CNY Cookies Update by Wang Leng
5) Updates from Principal, Mr Marcel Lee.
6) AOM

Regards,
Siti
PSG-St Gabriel's Sec

Year-End Dinner - 12 Nov, Friday, 6.30pm, Tables by the Bay @ Keppel Club

2010-11-07T23:14:00.000-08:00

Thank you for the overwhelming response to the Year End Dinner. Once again the details for this dinner is as follows:

Date : Fri, 12th Nov 2010
Time : 6.30pm
Venue : Tables by the Bay, Keppel Club, 10 Bukit Chermin Road (After Vivo City)
Price : $10 (adults), $5 (12 and below)
Theme/Dress code: Floral Fantasy by the Sea (Though its alfresco dining, singlets, shorts and slippers are not allowed).

The actual cost of this dinner is $35 and in order for us to cater accurately, we would appreciate if you all could make payment by Wed, 10th Nov 2010. The amount is non-refundable. We seek your kind understanding and co-operation in this matter as it would make things so much easier. You may make your payment via i-Banking or ATM transfer. Kindly sms Sally Foo at 9826-1469 for account details. Once you have made the payment do inform her, so that she can confirm receipt of payment.

There is a corkage charge of $25 for every bottle of wine brought in. Fruit punch is served with the buffet. All other drinks are to be borne by the individual.

Once again, thank you all for the great response. We look forward to seeing all of you. Its time to PARTY!!!

Thanks and Regards,
Siti

p/s:

1) Parking: There is a public car park just before the entrance of Keppel Club, so do park there as charges are cheaper than in the club itself.

2) Please click the link for directions:   http://maps.google.com.sg/maps?ie=UTF8&q=keppel+club&fb=1&gl=sg&hq=keppel+club&hnear=Singapore&hl=en&view=map&f=d&daddr=10+Bukit+Chermin+Rd,+109918&geocode=CbnvrGv2YOK9Fc9SEwAdsfgvBiHaVNxoB24ujg&ved=0CGYQ_wY&sa=X&ei=9pnTTIOgHITcuQOnzoHLCQ

3)   For those who are not driving, you may choose to carpool with other PSG members or arrange for pick up from the nearest TELOK BLANGAH MRT (Circle line) station.

PSG Activities (Nov & Dec)

2010-10-29T18:02:00.000-07:00

Hi to all PSGs,

Friday was the last day of school (for most of our boys) and I believe everyone is looking forward to the long holidays. Here is an update of the activities for Oct and Nov.......

Library Tour (Gentle Reminder)

For those who are going for the Library Tour on Sat, 30 Oct 10, please meet at Bishan Community Library at 9am. Please look out for Siti, so that she knows you are there as not to miss out anyone of you. Enjoy your tour......

PSG Year End Dinner (12 Nov, Friday)

Kindly note that we have tried our best to find a place that can cater to our date and time but it seems that most of the places are not available on 13 or 14 Nov. Finally, after much deliberation, we have decided to move the appreciation dinner to the 12 Nov, which falls on Friday. We managed to secure a place at the Keppel Club for this purpose.

As such, we would need to confirm your attendance (including spouses and children) by email to karen.lau98@yahoo.com.sg The price of the dinner is $10 for adults and $5 for children below 12.

We would appreciate a quick response, if possible by Mon, 1 Nov, as we need to get back to Keppel to confirm this event. We know transport may be a problem for some but not to worry, we can all arrange for car pool or pick ups from the nearby MRT station.

One good news, South East CDC has approved our grant (on reimbursement basis) for this event and any excess fund that we may have after this event, will be channelled to the PSG fund for all future events.

Thank you.

PSG Meeting - 22 Oct (Fri), 7.30AM, PSG Room

2010-10-18T01:59:00.000-07:00

Dear PSGs,

Please be informed of the next PSG meeting:

Date: 22 October 2010, Friday
Time: 7.30am
Venue: PSG Room

Agenda as follows:-
1) Final confirmation on Volunteers for St. Gabriel's Foundation Flag Day
2) Library Tour, 30 Oct 2010
3) PSG Year End Appreciation Dinner (Venue, Date and Guests List)
4) Fund Raised for Needy Boy's SLT to Chiangmai, Thailand
4) SA2 Timetable 2010
5) AOM

Lastly....please come in your PSG T-shirt for a photo shoot after the meeting.

Regards

Siti
PSG
St Gabriel's Sec Sch

PSG Meeting - 24 Sep, 7.30am, PSG Room RESCHEDULED

2010-09-13T18:52:00.000-07:00

MEETING 24 SEP 2010

Dear PSGs,

Please be informed of the next PSG meeting is confirmed as follows:

Date: ~~17 Sep 2010~~ 24 Sep 2010
Time: 7.30am
Venue: PSG Room

Agenda:

1) Review of ACES Day and Teachers' Day Celebration
2) St. Gabriel's Foundation Flag Day - 23 Oct 2010
3) Library Tour - 30 Oct 2010
4) School Results by Mr Marcel Lee
5) Physical Improvements by Mr Marcel Lee
6) AOM

Regards
Siti
St Gabriel's Sec Sch

ACES Day & Teacher's Day Celebrations! 31 Aug 2010

2010-08-30T06:06:00.000-07:00

Hi All,

ACES DAY

Hope everyone is gear up for tomorrow's ACES Day cum Mass walk to the stadium. Do come in your PSG attire to support the boys, teachers and parents who are taking part in the soccer and walking relay. There is also a new rule from the Stadium that we can't sell drinks or any snack, so those who will be there, your cheers and support is much needed! Here are the names of the parents who have signed up to participate in the following sports:-

Walking Relay
1. Flora Chong                             6. Virgie
2. Siti                                        7. Sally
3. Esther                                    8. Heok Ngin
4. Julaidah                                  9. Grace
5. Susan Wang                          10. Wang Leng
                                              11. Sadeedah

Soccer
Saw Jin Hong
Jeyaharry

TEACHERS' DAY CELEBRATION

After a hard day's work, it is finally here - Teachers' Day Celebration! Please do come in your Retro Attire and you will be in for surprises! The programme will kick off at 6.30pm with Registration. Prior to that, we have some 'Cha Cha' enthusiatic PSG members and Teachers who would like to do some shaking before the actual Teachers' Day Programme - they will be at the Parade Square to do the 'Cha Cha' Dance at 6.15pm and all PSG members who are interested, you are welcomed to join in the fun!

So do look your best for the nite and have fun ahead! Let's Rock!

Cheers!

Regards,
Flora Chong
On behalf of all PSG members

Parenting Talk - Understanding your teen's Learning Style", 28 Aug (Sat), 9AM, AVA Room

2010-08-25T19:48:00.000-07:00

Dear PSG Members,

Gentle Reminder

Please view the flyer for the above mentioned parenting talk on Saturday, 28 Aug 10 and you may have missed out due to your busy schedule.

The topic "Understanding your teen's Learning Style" is very popular amongst other schools and our SFE has specially arranged for an experienced speaker to conduct this session specially for St. Gabriel's parents.

Come and better understand your child's learning style so that you will not face "culture shock" when your son blast his radio and TV while studying. Or he may be kicking a ball or rolling on the floor with a book in hand. After the talk, you should be in a better position to guide him and support him on his learning journey.

Workshop Details:
Date : 28 August 2010, Saturday
Time : 9.00 am – 12 Noon
Venue: AVA Room 2nd Level, St Gabriel Secondary School

Fees : S$5/= per person (Light refreshments will be provided)‏
Who to contact: Sally @ fong.swong@gmail.com

Thanks N Best Rgds
Wang Leng and Julaidah
PSG, SFE Coordinator
St. Gabriel's Secondary School

SFE Talk / Breakfast Meeting - 20 Aug (Fri), 8AM, AVA Room

2010-08-17T09:12:00.000-07:00

Dear PSG members,

Kindly take note that there will be a SFE talk on Friday, 20th Aug at 8.00am followed by a breakfast meeting with Mr Marcel Lee.

Topic:   Discipline and Our Teens
Date:    20 Aug 10
Time:    8.00am
Venue: AVA Room
Speaker: Brother Colin

All are welcome and please register with Wang Leng at wltan@shengtai.com.sg or Julaidah at julaidah_mohd@yahoo.com if you are interested in attending. Thank you.

Regards,
Wang Leng/Julaidah
PSG, SFE Coordinator
St. Gabriel's Secondary School

PSG Meeting - 13 Aug (Fri), 7.30AM, PSG Room

2010-08-11T03:39:00.000-07:00

Dear PSG Members,

Do remember that there is a PSG meeting on this Friday, 13 August 2010, at 7.30am in PSG room. See you there.

For all badminton lovers, kindly be informed that there will be badminton session on this Friday, 13 August 2010 at the school hall from 6.30pm to 8.30pm.

Regards

Siti
PSG
St Gabriel's Secondary School

SFE Talk - "Discipline and Our Teens" by Brother Collin, 20 Aug, 8.30am, AVA Room

2010-08-11T03:35:00.000-07:00

Dear All PSG members,

Please note the SFE Talk this Friday, 13 Aug 10, has been postponed to next Fri, 20 Aug 10. Details as follows:-

Topic:   Discipline and Our Teens
Date:    20 Aug 10
Time:    8.30am
Venue: AVA Room
Speaker: Brother Colin

All are welcome and please register with Wang Leng at wltan@shengtai.com.sg or Julaidah at julaidah_mohd@yahoo.com if you are interesting in attending. Thank you.

Regards,

Wang Leng/Julaidah
PSG, SFE Coordinator
St. Gabriel's Secondary School

SHORT BLITZ OF ACTIVITIES COMING UP!

2010-08-08T18:01:00.000-07:00

Dear All PSGs,

Greetings to all. Here is a short blitz of activities coming up and opportunities for support/participation and contact details!

Fri 13 Aug - Next PSG Meeting & SFE Parenting/Coffee Talk
Please note the next PSG meeting will be held on 13 Aug 2010 at 7.30am at the PSG room.

Also, as discussed during the last PSG meeting, we will have the SFE Parenting/Coffee Talk before the start of our PSG meeting at 7.30am. Unfortunately, the speaker is not able to come in that time, so we have rescheduled it to 9.30am after the PSG meeting instead. Anyone who is interested, please do stay around after the PSG meeting or contact Wang Leng: wltan@shengtai.com.sg or Julaidah: julaidah_mohd@yahoo.com for further details. Thank you.

Tue 31 Aug - ACES Day
Flag off for the walk to Serangoon Stadium will be at 7.45am. Parents are invited to join in for the soccer game and also the running relay. Please email Karen at karen.lau98@yahoo.com.sg if you are interested in taking part in any of the mention events.

Tue 31 Aug - Teachers Day Dinner
Preparation is well underway and thanks to Jacqueline (Programme), Gin Yee & Phyllis (Deco) and Grace (Food) for coming forward to take the lead. Here is how you could lend a hand....
- contribution of home cooked food - contact Grace
- help in decoration of canteen - contact Gin Yee or Phyllis
- contribution and sponsorship of prizes for the Lucky Draw - contact Siti or email: ctzoo@yahoo.com.

Regards
Flora Chong
PSG
St. Gabriel's Secondary

Teachers' Day - Video shoot

2010-08-08T17:58:00.000-07:00

Dear all PSG members,

Following Esther's discussion with Mr Ng, the teacher-in-charge of Infocom, he will be assigning 4 Infocom boys to assist us during the shooting, but would be glad if our PSG members' sons can be the ice-breaker as they are shy to approach the boys. They are available on Thur n Fri (to be confirmed).

This video clip will be entitled "YOU MADE A DIFFERENCE". Our sons will be the representative for their level, e.g Muhd Danial INI (Julaidah), representative for 1N n T classess

We need representative for the following levels:

1E
2E
2N/T
3E - Rep Identified
3N/T
4E
4N/T
5N/T

Kindly submit your son's name to Esther at esther_law@pacific.net.sg or Julaidah at julaidah_mohd@yahoo.com if he's agreeable.

The representatives will gather at the PSG room during their recess time on Tue, 10/08/10. Esther and Julaidah will brief the boys on the topics and no. of students required for each class. We would like to propose 2 students and the chairman from each class and shooting will be conducted only on Thur n Fri (to be confirmed). If you have a videocam, we would appreciate if your sons can bring it to the school and help us with the shooting.

Once the video shooting is completed, Mr Ng and his team will assist us in transferring the data to their system, which will then be broadcasted on SGSS TV monitors for pre-Teachers' Day Celebration.

With your help and assistance, YOU MADE THE DIFFERENCE too! Let's work together towards a memorable Teachers' Day Celebration ever!.

Thank you.

Best regards,
Jacqueline Chan
PSG Teachers' Day Organising Committee

Badminton this Friday - 30 July (7pm)

2010-07-27T02:50:00.000-07:00

Dear All PSG members

For badminton lovers, please see below the email from Mr Alvin Goh.

Regards
Siti
PSG
St Gabriel's Secondary School

---- extract -----
Subject: Badminton this Friday

let us de-stress by coming for a game of badminton this Friday 30/7/10 at 6.30pm-8.30pm. Do bring your family members. A family that plays together stays together.

lov
alvin

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NOTE! - Time has been changed to 7PM.

PSG Meeting - 30 July (Fri), 7.30AM, PSG Room

2010-07-27T02:48:00.000-07:00

Dear PSGs,

Please be informed of the next PSG meeting;

Date : 30th July 2010, Friday
Time : 7.30am
Venue : PSG room

Agenda
1) Review of Racial Harmony Celebration
2) ACES Day and Teachers' Day Celebration
3) Library Tour
4) Gabrielite Foundation Flag Day
5) Kitago Exchange Programme by Mr Marcel Lee
6) From the Principal's Desk Notice 2010/03 by Mr Marcel Lee
7) AOM

Regards
Siti
PSG
St Gabriel's Sec Sch

ps.

Please review July 2010 update of the Principal's Desk

Badminton Games

2010-07-14T03:09:00.000-07:00

Dear PSG members,

The school is organizing a badminton session this Friday, 16 July 2010 at the school hall from 6pm onwards. All PSG members are welcome.

Regards
Siti
PSG
St Gabriel's Secondary School

SINGAPORE PARENTING CONGRESS 2010

2010-07-14T02:58:00.000-07:00

Dear PSG members,

Please see extracted information on Singapore Parenting Congress 2010 organised by Mediacorp. This is a well received seminar for parents to learn parenting skills from renowned speakers. Kindly visit mediacorpradio.sg/spc2010 for more details.

The SFE will subsidise $6.00 for EACH PSG (ie $12.00 for each pair of the tickets). As it is cheaper to book 'pair tickets' than single ticket, we would appreciate it if parents can do a bit of co-ordination here by pairing up. Booking fees are to be borne by parents. We will limit this to 60 parents only. Subsidy is for one parent a day (ie either 17th July or 18th July 2010) and does not extend to spouse.

Reimbursements will be made upon presentation of the tickets bought at SISTIC and strictly on a first-come-first-served basis.

Anyone who is interested to attend will need to submit a form. Please contact Julaidah at email: julaidah_mohd@yahoo.com or Wang Leng at email: wltan@shengtai.com.sg for details/forms.

PLEASE NOTE: DO NOT SUBMIT TO SITI, OTHERWISE, YOUR RESIGTRATION WILL NOT BE RECEIVED BY EITHER JULAIDAH OR WANG LENG.

Thank you

Best Regards,
Wang Leng and Julaidah
PSG - SFE Coordinators

SINGAPORE PARENTING CONGRESS 2010 *NEW!!*

Singapore Parenting Congress returns this year focusing on parenting issues and concerns that are close to your hearts. Organised by Mediacorp and supported by MCYS, the Singapore Parenting Congress 2010 provides a platform for parents and educators to learn parenting skills from renowned speakers and foster stronger parent-child relationships. Seminars will be conducted in four languages.

Visit mediacorpradio.sg/spc2010 for more details.

Date: Sat - Sun, 17 - 18 July 2010
Venue: NTUC Auditorium
Price: Tickets are priced at $18* per person or $24* per couple for each session (*excludes SISTIC charges)
Tickets are available at SISTIC from Tuesday 8 June 2010.
Refreshments will be provided and each participant will receive a FAMILY FUN PACK!

PSG Meeting - 9 July (Fri), 7.30AM, PSG Room

2010-07-05T21:01:00.000-07:00

Dear PSGs,

Please be informed of the next PSG meeting;

Date : 9th July 2010, Friday
Time : 7.30am
Venue : PSG room

Agenda
1) Review of i-Carnival Day
2) Update on Racial Harmony Day, 21 July 2010
3) Update on ACES and Teachers' Day Celebration, 31 July 2010
4) National Library Tour
5) Briefing on Counselling Procedure and Program by Kelvin Goh, our school Counsellor
6) AOM

Regards
Siti
PSG
St Gabriel's Sec Sch

PSG Gathering (Potluck) @ Hedgers

2010-05-14T03:09:00.000-07:00

Dear PSGs,

Please be informed that the gathering at The Hedger's will be on Friday, 21st of May at 7pm. Details are as follows:
1. Address:
Kensington Park Condo
Serangoon North Ave 1
Blk 8, #0201
Please enter via serangoon north. Its the only way in for visitors.

2. Food items so far:
Curry Puffs (Aslinda & Siti)
Murtabak (Sutini)
Vegetable Sticks w Dip, beef rendang & ketupat (muslim stall), (Lily Saw)
100 sticks satay (halal), 60 fishballs (Pauline, Karen Chew & Vicky)
30 pcs Otah - big (Annie Siahaan)
Agar-agar, beancurd with longan (Sally Foo)
Tuna Pasta (Lesley)
Fried Bee Hoon (Grace Chong)

Kindly email Karen your potluck items to karen.lau98@yahoo.com.sg

As this is an opportunity for all the PSGs (old & new) to come together to get to know each other better we really look forward to a positive turnout.

Thank you Peter and Sheila for being so gracious and generous in opening up your home to us! Looking forward to seeing you all there.

Be blessed,
Karen Monteiro

Next PSG Meeting, 10 May (Mon), 7.30am, PSG Room

2010-05-03T03:03:00.000-07:00

Dear PSGs,

The next PSG meeting will be held on the 10th of May, Monday, at 7.30am in the PSG room.

Agenda

1) Review of Mothers' Day Sale
2) School Pride Day on 26 May 2010
3) PSG Gathering at Hedgers
4) Racial Harmony
5) ACES Day & Teachers' Day Celebration
6) Introduction of School Family Education Programme
7) AOM

Thank you.

Regards,
Karen Monteiro
PSG
St Gabriel's Sec Sch

Next PSG Meeting, 16 Apr (Fri), 7.30am, PSG Room

2010-04-14T04:38:00.000-07:00

Dear PSGs,

There will be a meeting this coming Friday, 16 April, in the PSG room at 7.30am. Here is the agenda.

1) Review of Easter Event
2) Review of X-Country
3) Speech Day - 17 April 2010
4) Mothers' Day
5) AOM

Thanks and regards
Flora Chong

Update

2010-04-07T05:23:00.000-07:00

1. Easter Fund Raising Event - Thanks to Anne / Jacqueline for the fantastic coordination of this event which was held on 5 April 2010. Not forgetting all the volunteers who were present to support and making this fund raising event a success. A very big thank you to all. Will update all on the amount raise in the next meeting.

2. Cross Country at MacRitchie - All PSG members, please put on your PSG T-shirts and report directly at MacRitche Reservoir at 7.30am. All are welcome to take part in either the 3.6km or 4.8km route. All to assemble at the open area on top of car park. Please inform Karen Monteiro via email: karen.lau98@yahoo.com.sg

Following are the names of all volunteers for the Cross Country:

Flora
Siti
Karen Monteiro
Julaidah
Nori
Annie Siahaan
Susan Wong
Sadeedah
Vergie
Aslinda
Tan Wang Leng
Clara Yap
Phyllis Ang
Daniel Wong
Esther Chok
Lesley Goonting
Vicky
Sally
Susan Lee
Sharan
Kelly Tham

3. Speech Day - Deco Team, Gee Yin and team to note - Flora will update you on who to liase with for the Deco. Reception / Urshering - the school has informed us that they have enough teachers and student leaders for Reception and Ushering, so those who have volunteered for this area do not need to specially make a trip to school. Thanks for volunteering.

For those PSG members who are receiving your awards, please note that there are limited parking space and only those issue with the Speech Day Parking Label are allowed to park in the designated parking areas. The usual PSG parking label will not be valid on that day. Except the Exco Members, the rest of the PSG members, please inform Flora via email: floransw@hotmail.com if you are driving on that day to make parking arrangement.

THANK YOU!

Regards
Siti

Next PSG Meeting, 12 Mar (Fri), 7.30am, PSG Room

2010-03-09T04:31:00.000-08:00

Hi everyone - the next PSG meeting will be held:
Time: 7.30am
Date: 12 Mar 2010 (Friday)
Venue: PSG room

Agenda:
1. Update on Volunteers for PIE for Sec 2
2. Update on Easter
3. Mr Marcel Lee to address Speech Day, Cross Country and ACES Day Fund Raising Project
4. Mother's Day Sale
5. AOM

Regards
Siti

Next PSG Meeting, 5 Mar, 7.30am, PSG Room

2010-03-01T03:23:00.000-08:00

Please be informed of the next PSG meeting:
Time: 7.30am
Date: 5 Mar 2010
Venue: PSG room

Agenda:
1. PIE for Sec 4NA/T
2. PIE for Sec 2E/NA/T
3. Cross Country
4. Speech Day
5. Review of CNY Cookies Sale Fund Raising
6. AOM

Regards
Siti

PSG Meeting, 29 Jan, 7.30am, Conf Room

2010-01-28T06:21:00.000-08:00

Hi all. The PSG meets tomorrow morning. Pls note the venue is now the Conference Room.

Agenda

-School Update/Performance/Intro to SFE co-ordinator Rowena
-Review of PSG Orientation Evening
-Chinese New Year Celebrations/cookie sale
-Planning for Other Activities

Gentle Reminder - SFE Parents Talk

2010-01-27T06:57:00.000-08:00

Dear Parents,
Just a gentle reminder on the SFE Parents talk at St Gabs. Letter has been given to your child on Jan 22.

Details:
Topic : You can do it - yes you can (All parents- Free of Charge)
Date : 28 January 2010 (Thursday)
Time : 7.15pm to 9:15pm
Venue : AVA Room (2nd floor) @ SGSS
Speaker: Mr. Timothy Tan

Speaker's Profile
Mr Timothy Tan, Co-Founder and Director, Business Development of Adder Corp.
Timothy looks after the business development portfolio. He has been in the field of marketing for over a decade and has worked with small and medium-sized companies, as well as large multinational companies in Singapore. Tim’s experience in educational marketing and training are what he brings to the business and he will continue to develop the consulting, training, licensing and human capital for businesses. He is a graduate of the RMIT University, Australia. He majors in marketing.

Hope to see you and God Bless

Thanks and best regards,
Rowena Andres
SFE Coordinator

Update

2010-01-25T06:05:00.000-08:00

Our next meeting will be on Friday 29 Jan at 7.30am in the PSG room. The agenda will cover any feedback from the Orientation, Chinese New Cookie Sale and Activities coming up. See you!

PSG Orientation Night Pictures (Click Here)

2010 Update - PSG Orientation

2010-01-16T21:27:00.000-08:00

A PSG Orientation Evening is planned for Friday 22 Jan at 7pm in the AV room to welcome the new PSG members. It will be potluck (as per last year) so do bring an item (halal) please. Thanks!

2010 Update

2010-01-05T08:07:00.000-08:00

Dear PSG Friends,

Happy New Year! We hope you have had a great holiday and are all geared up for 2010. We wish you and your families a promising new year.

We invite you to our first PSG meeting on Friday 8 Jan at 6pm( note the evening time) in PSG room followed by support to the Sec 1 Information Night ( assisting with recruitment of new PSG). Do wear your PSG Tshirt. This meeting is scheduled for the evening so that PSG need not make 2 trips to school.

Despite this short notice, we hope that you can join us for the evening meeting & the recruitment activity. But we understand that some may not be able to come along as you may already have commitments. THANKS!

Update

2009-12-06T07:51:00.000-08:00

Dear PSG Friends,

Many thanks for your presence and support to a successful SARONG party dinner last Saturday. The event was in appreciation for PSG's support to our year long activities. Here are a few pictures of our gathering. Appreciations to the Sub-Com, to The Hedgers for opening their home, all others who contributed goodies and to Sutini for the photos.

Sec 1 Orientation cum Christmas Cookie sale- 23 Dec 09 (estimated 8am-1pm)
This is coming up next. Thanks to Siti and kawan-kawan for sourcing/selecting the cookies for the sale. Our volunteers thus far are: Siti, Jacqueline,Belinda (to confirm), Sutini, Jeya, Annie, Nori, Shanthi, Virgie, Sally, Jane and Peter

Here's the action at the Sarong Party --->

OBA - 56th Anniversary Golf

2009-11-20T02:56:00.001-08:00

Update

2009-11-18T20:43:00.000-08:00

FLAG DAY - Sat 21 Nov (from 7.30am for shift 1 and 10am for shift 2)
1. Please proceed to the school hall to sign out your tins. Tins to be returned by 1pm if possible.
2. MORE volunteers may come directly to school to submit name/sign-up for a tin.

SARONG GARDEN PARTY - Sat 28 Nov (from 6.30pm) at Kensington Park
Once again thanks to Peter and Sheila for hosting and for Pauline, Su, Virgie,Nori and Annie for taking the lead. We have 47 adults and 5 kids so far. Lots of regulars have FORGOTTEN to sign-up. PLEASE submit your names to Les by 20 Nov for catering purposes.

Update

2009-11-04T05:05:00.000-08:00

Dear PSG Friends,
The school term is over and the O-levels are well underway... but our host of activities and celebrations continue!...

Gabrielite Golf and Dinner Event - DXO
Wed 18 Nov 09 (from 6pm for Dinner)
By now everyone knows about this fund raising event (Gabrielite bursary). Newer PSG are especially invited to join in the dinner.($56 @head) - Good food and music at DXO Explanade. Tickets with Lesley. PLS BOOK NOW! (Les@81339422)

Foundation Flag Day
Sat 21 Nov 09 (Shift 1- 7.30am and shift 2 -10.30am)
Thank you for volunteers so far to help with this annual Flag Day. Come along. Bring your kids. Spend the morning (about 3hrs per shift) for a VERY GOOD cause. (for needy boys across all Gabrielite institutions). PLS VOLUNTEER- email Lesley your name/preferred shift.

SARONG Garden Party @ Kensington Park- PSG Appreciation Dinner
Sat 28 Nov 09 from 5pm for those swimming or else come along from 6.30pm
Our year-end party is taking shape! Thanks to our sub-committee!!!
Come to our SARONG party with your family! YES...in a SARONG of course! Lets celebrate having worked together for a year and enjoy each others company. Our very own prata/satay stall! $10 per adult and $5 for 12 and below. The rest of the event will be subsidised. Bring your wine/booze too. To-date we have 39 adults and 5 kids. WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR???- Sign Up Now! (email Lesley)

Sec 1 Information Day
Wed 23 Dec 09 (8.30am-1pm)
More volunteers are needed for this event. It will be an opportunity for us to meet new parents and to invite them to join our PSG!

Update

2009-10-29T07:42:00.000-07:00

Dear Friends,

Our next PSG meeting will be this Friday 30 Oct at 7.30am in the PSG room. Our agenda will include:
- Volunteer status and Pick-up of tickets for all those going for the Gabrielite Dinner Wed 18 Nov
- Preparations for PSG Appreciation Dinner Sat 28 Nov
- Updates - Flag Day, Sec 1 Orientation Volunteers and CNY Cookie Sale exercise
- AOB

PS: all the best to PSG whose boys are sitting for the O levels now.

Update

2009-10-16T20:38:00.000-07:00

Firstly, Deepavali Greetings to all our friends who are celebrating!

Here is a quick update for all based on our meeting of Thursday 15 Oct 09:

1. PSG Appreciation Dinner - Thanks to Anne/Angela/ Jacqueline and Jeya for the legwork in sourcing for potential function rooms. Unfortunately, the shorlisted restaurant (Moshi Moshi Bollywood) turned out to be too small. We have reverted to our Garden Party for PSG families at Kensingon Park (based on fresh votes). However the event has been moved to Sat 28 Nov from 5pm (for those who want to swim). It will be catered with a minimal charge of $10 per adult/youth above 13yrs and $5 for kids. Pls email Lesley (asap) if you are attending so that the team can plan the catering.

2. Gabrielite Dinner 18 Nov (DXO Esplanade) - More PSG are encouraged to support/ purchase dinner tickets @$56 a head for a wonderful evening of great food, entertainment by Jive Talking and fun activities. Tickets with me. Pls sms or call Lesley to reserve. Its all for a good cause- Gabriliete needy boys.

PS:
a. Volunteers to help out at the Golf Segment (Raffles at Tuas from 1pm) or at the DXO registration from 6.30pm, do email me asap.
b.If you have any items of value to be auctioned, pls let me know too. Hedgers are donating carpets.

3. Sec 1 Orientation is scheduled for 23 Dec (8am-1pm). Volunteers are needed to help welcome new parents and extend invitations for them to join our PSG Family!. Pls email Lesley by 30 Oct to confirm your availability.

THANKS ALL!

Update

2009-09-26T17:38:00.000-07:00

GREETINGS!

Many thanks to all who came for our PSG meeting on Friday 18 Sep. Below are the items requiring your response.

Our next meeting is on Friday 2 Oct at 7.30am in the Conference Room. The agenda is to announce the new EXCO,finalise the term 4 support and Chinese New Year Cookie 2010 project . Do try to come.

Event 1 - Gabrielite Golf and Dinner (raise funds for the Gabrielite Foundation)
Wed 18 November at Raffles Golf (Tuas) and Dinner - DXO at Esplanade (about $56 a pax for dinner)
Needed: Golfers invited to take up a flight and PSG to attend the dinner or help out where necc. Pls email me your attendance. Your support is greatly appreciated.

Event 2 - Flag Day (raise funds for Gabriel foundation needs)
Sat 21 Nov (7.30am till noon) in shifts so it is about 2 hrs commitment each shift
Needed: Volunteers to help with a tin each in designated areas. (new PSG greatly encouraged)

Event 3 - PSG Annual Appreciation Dinner (To recognise the hardwork of PSG for yr 2009)
Proposed date: Friday 20 Nov (7pm onwards)
Option 1: Dinner/Games at a venue (eg Serangoon Country Club or Restaurant at Dempsey)
Option 2: Garden Party at Kensington Park c/o The Hedgers with roti prata and satay stall
(Pls let me know your choice. We will go with the majority)
(For either options a minimal charge will be included to help us defray costs)

Looking forward to seeing all of you at the next meeting.

Update

2009-08-28T20:15:00.000-07:00

GEAR UP!

We meet at 7.15am (at your convenience) in PSG room before our flag off at 7.45am with the boys. Pls remember to wear your PSG t-shirt if possible. Those driving to the stadium are requested to help send a few cartons of drinks for our PSG stall over there. Location of stall will be as per per instructions from school on arrival there.

(Thanks to Milton Monteiro for offering to do the relay...and Soccer dads- bring your football boots along. For info on events - do check with Alvin 91962972 or he can direct accordingly)

WE CELEBRATE ! (Teachers Day)

For those joining, the evening program starts at 6.30pm....don't forget to bring your cheerful smiles! It is a special day for our dedicated teachers!..NB: Deco team will be there from 2pm-4.30pm, Caterer to set up before 6.30pm. Do liaise with your respective team leads for anything else: Food - (Virgie) and Enertainment- (Anne)

MANY THANKS FOR THE GREAT SUPPORT!

Update

2009-08-07T15:21:00.000-07:00

Dear Friends,

Many thanks to all who attended the Morning Tea Sesion with Mr Lee and staff on Fri 31 Jul. Your participation is appreciated. Here's a snapshot of upcoming activities:

1. Next PSG Meeting Friday 14 Aug 09 at 7.30am (PSG room)
Our meeting agenda will include a review of Racial Harmony Day, Preparations for ACES Day and Teachers Day Lunch.

2. SFE Talk: Seasoned To Taste
Our next SFE Parenting Talk entitled "Seasoned to Taste: Catering to Diverse Learning Styles" is scheduled for Friday, 21 August 2009 at the AVA Room from 7pm-9pm. The letter to parents has been sent for distribution to the students. Kindly note that parents have been requested to return the completed response slip (only if they are attending the talk) to their child's Form Teacher by Wednesday, 19 August 2009.(From Ms Mohana)

Happy National Day!

Update

2009-07-26T04:09:00.000-07:00

Second TEA SESSION- Friday 31st July at 7.45am (canteen)

Our second tea session to chat and network with Mr Lee and Senior Staff and for feedback is planned for Friday 31 July at 7.45am. Pls RSVP Lesley via email of your attendance by Monday 27 Jul for catering purposes.

Many Thanks

Update

2009-05-29T16:04:00.000-07:00

Dear parents, pls be informed of the following:

1. The Fund Raiser Mass Walk for the Indoor Sports hall is planned for ACES day 28 August 09. The Appeal Letters and the Pledge Cards for donations have been distributed to your boys. Please do note and support our project.

2. Please continue to visit the St Gabriel's School website regularly for latest updates eg. on the H1N1 precautionary matters and other important school notices.

3. The next Breakfast/Tea Session with Marcel and Key Staff will be on Friday 31 July at 8am in the canteen. All PSG members are invited. Pls email Lesley (lessgd@yahoo.com.sg) by 20 Jul if you are attending.

4. If you or your boys are approached by the media for any feedback or comments on matters pertaining to the school, please refer them to the school/principal, as this is the appropriate course to take.

Happy Holidays!

Update

2009-05-26T15:31:00.000-07:00

1. One Day Trip to JB - All those who are interested to join in our 1 day Trip of JB , we hope u can come by for a short meeting on Friday 29 May at 7.30pm in the PSG room to fix date (Mon 15 June)/discuss options/finalise some details.. The trip is to get to know each other even better!

2. Tea Light Workshop - This is planned for Wed 3 June from 8am-1pm. Those interested do take a look at the picture attached of a sample but the vase you will do is a bit smaller. Do email Lesley if you can make it. Estimated costs for materials will be advised later and we hope to get permission to use the PSG room.

Update

2009-04-27T07:07:00.000-07:00

Hi Everyone!

1. Many thanks for all helpers at the recent International Friendship day 17/4 and Speech day 18/4. Your kind assistance and efforts, was greatly appreciated. Both events went well.

2. The Love Offerings received from the Hot Cross Buns distribution (topped up to $450) has been presented to Marcel Lee on 24/4 for the needy boys programme. This was done at the Fund Raiser Project Meeting.

3. We wish Jo-anne and all her Mothers Day volunteers the very best for the sale coming up on Monday 27/4 and Wed 29/4 during recess time. Funds raised from this event would be for the PSG activites. Volunteers are reminded to report to the canteen by 10am as per your duty schedule.

4. There were over 35 parents at the first SFE talk on "Fighting Invisible Tigers" (about stress mgt) on Fri 24/4 night. Grrr!

Events Update

2009-04-14T01:45:00.000-07:00

Ahn-nyong-ha-se-yo! (Hello!) We sincerely thank our new parent Seo Jung Won for sharing about Korean culture at International Friendship Assembly on Tue 14/4. Appreciations to Sophia and Flora for all the support and co-ordination too. The sharing was a big hit especially when Jung Won presented in national costume and closed the presentation with a clip of Pop songs by a Korean girl pop group!

Gahm-sah-hahm-ni-da! (Thank You!)

Gentle Reminder:
Our Next Main meeting is on Friday 17 Apr at 7..30am (PSG room). The agenda will be:
- Update on events held/coming up
- Mothers Day preparation update
- Sharing by Marcel Lee on Fund Raising project for the Sports Hall
- AOB

*(after which volunteers for International Friendship day will proceed to your stations as per Flora's guidance)

Next PSG Meeting & Upcoming Events

2009-04-12T01:17:00.000-07:00

Our next meeting will be on Fri 17 Apr at 7.30am before International Friendship Day activities. Mr Lee would like to kick off the project for indoor sports hall funds collection too. PSG Project Lead needed.

Our International Friendship Day project lead is Flora and she will liaise with all volunteers who signed up.

Speech Day is on Sat 18 Apr (pm) but deco to be done in the (am). Siti has kindly offered to be deco project lead. Volunteers for reception and ushering still needed .

Event Updates

2009-04-07T05:58:00.001-07:00

Dear PSG Friends,

LONG SERVICE AWARDS (LSA)
Many thanks to the volunteers who assisted at the Bike Hike (Pulau Ubin on 2/4) and for all the helpers on Fri 3 Apr and Sat 4 Apr for the long service awards. Your kind assistance was truly appreciated. We also got to know each other better! (Check out our PSG Blogsite for pictures on the LSA)

SCHOOL FAMILY EDUCATION PROGRAM
We welcome Eve (St Gabriels new SFE co-ordinator) and thank Jo-anne Lee our PSG member who has volunteered to be the PSG liaison with Eve. If there are any topics for talks you think would be useful to you as parents, pls let Jo-anne know. Her email is jorick2002@yahoo.com; You may also pick up copies of talks offered from the PSG room when you come next.

HOT CROSS BUNS DISTRIBUTION WED 8 APR 09
Hot cross buns will be distributed this Wed at recess time. The lower sec recess is from 10.50am while the upper Sec from 11.15am. Volunteers pls report to the canteen latest by 10.30am so we can organise ourselves.

" In many historically Christian countries, buns are traditionally eaten on Good Friday, with the cross standing as a symbol of the crucifixion. They are believed by some to pre-date Christianity, although the first recorded use of the term "hot cross bun" is not until 1733 "

WISHING ALL CATHOLIC MEMBERS A BLESSED HOLY WEEK AND JOYFUL EASTER!

FREE SEMINAR, 18 APR 09
Attached is a flyer on an Intellectual Property (IPOS) seminar for your information.

If you are interested to attend, please register directly. Thanks!

Looking ahead to Week of 6 April - 9 April

2009-03-30T06:37:00.000-07:00

The school has agreed to the distribution of Hot Cross Buns at Holy Week. A kind PSG member has already sponsored the buns (by Sweet Secrets) to be delivered to school on Wed 9th (9am). The distribution of Hot Cross Buns will be on Wed 8 Apr (at recess time). This is not a sale, but any love offering from boys welcome.

Volunteers pls report to canteen by 10am. There will be two recess slots for lower and upper sec 10.25am and 10.50am .

Event - Sat 4 April 09 (9am-12.30noon) Long Service Awards

2009-03-30T06:23:00.000-07:00

All volunteers for car-parking, pls be in school by 8.30am and look for Mr Thanabol or Benjamin should they need assistance. If they have enough hands, pls proceed to help with USHERING at foyer.

All USHERS pls report to the reception table at the foyer by 8.45am. Teacher in charge is Miss Sim and Ms Gloria. Do introduce yourselves. 300 guests from different Gabrielite schools expected. The long service recipients need to be registered and ushered into the hall to their designated seats. Thank you Selvi/Sarah for taking the lead with ushering.

Event - Friday 3 April 09 (4pm)- Decorations for Long Service Awards day

2009-03-30T06:22:00.000-07:00

All volunteers for deco, pls report to the PSG room at Fri 4pm for planning/deco. We aim to be done by 6pm. Liaison with Lesley (81339422)

Event - Thursday 2 April 09 - Bike Hike (eco study) to Pulau Ubin

2009-03-30T06:19:00.000-07:00

Volunteers are Aslinda, Carol Foo and Lily Soh- Pls come with your boys to school. Any liaison is with Alvin directly (91962972)

Upcoming Events (Apr / May 09) - Call for Volunteers!

2009-03-23T06:33:00.000-07:00

The following events are on-going or coming up:Lent/Easter,Long Service Ceremony 4/4, International Friendship Day 17/4, Speech Day 18/4 and some initial planning for Mothers day.

A PSG working meeting is being called for all volunteers of the above events coming up.
Our meeting is planned for Thursday 26 March 09 at 7.30am in the PSG room.

We apologise for the short notice, but if you are able to join us pls do to get the ball rolling! If you cannot make it, we will get the project leads to keep you updated.

Call For Volunteers - Calendar of Events 2009

2009-02-23T03:35:00.000-08:00

Hi Everyone,

A calendar of events that require PSG support is listed in the table below (click on image to see larger version):

It will help you plan ahead and organise your busy schedule so that you can volunteer for at least 1 event. Please come forward! Once you have identified an event, do send your details to Lesley (81339422).

Remember, if we have more people volunteering, we can lighten everybody's load and have more fun too... :)

Feburary 2009 (Update)

2009-02-15T04:02:00.000-08:00

GREETINGS TO ALL. Here are some quick updates.

TOTAL DEFENSE DAY SHARING - Tues 17 Feb (1.45pm -2.30pm) at School Hall. There will be a talk on total defense next Tuesday for the lower Sec boys. You are invited to join in too. Do introduce yourselves to Mr KC Chng if you go along.

Our First PSG Meeting - Fri 20 Feb (7.30am-9.30am) at PSG room (at end of canteen). You are cordially invited to our First meeting of the year. (timing/venue as above). The agenda will be:

- Sharing Calendar 2009
- Inviting Volunteers to Lead committeess/projects
- AOB

Tea Session with Key Staff of St Gabriel's - Friday 6 March (8am-9.30am) at the canteen Pls block off this morning for a tea session with Marcel Lee and key staff. The session is for sharing, networking and gathering feedback and is for registered PSG Members only. Breakfast will be provided!

2009-01-31T18:50:00.000-08:00

January 2009 Activities (Update)

2009-01-18T16:08:00.000-08:00

Here's a snapshot of upcoming activities that require PSG Support & Participation:

CNY Cookies Distribution- will be on Wed 21 Jan (7.30am). Those who can come by, pls do to assist Flora and team..

CNY Oranges for Staff- will be purchased on Thu 22 Jan (noon). If anyone wants to come along, just sms Lesley (81339422). Appreciations to Virgie for sponsoring this.

New PSG Orientation- is being planned for Friday 30 Jan (6.30pm). All who can come by and support, pls meet at the foyer that evening. A list for pot-luck food will be circulated next week, but if u know what u wish to bring- just email or sms Lesley (81339422) first. We have close to 30+ new parents to invite.

Update :PSG ANNUAL YEAR-END GET TOGETHER - 8 NOV 08 (SAT)

2008-10-31T17:14:00.000-07:00

The response is overwhelming! We have more than 80 ppl on the guest list. Based on this numbers, we have worked out a nominal sum of $10 per adult and $5 per child to help defray costs.

The party theme for the evening is "ALOHA NIGHTS!"

You are encouraged to 'dress-up' in this context. More details will be sent to registered guests via e-mail

"Mahalo" for your support!

PSG ANNUAL YEAR-END GET TOGETHER - 8 NOV 08 (SAT)

2008-10-10T17:29:00.000-07:00

It's amazing how fast time flies! The academic school year is coming to a close and it's time for us to come together, reflect on what we have done and to celebrate! The venue for this year's Get-Together is the BEAULIEU HOUSE at Sembawang Park! ...beautiful colonial setting, beach, lush green park, sea breeze, moonlight walks...... (click on hyperlink to read more)

As of 9 Oct, a total of 37 PSG & family have already signed up! Please email our PSG Secretary by 18 Oct to register. (Note: Based on the total number of sign-ups, we will determine if any nominal sum needs to be collected to help defray costs)

in the meantime... LETS HAVE FUN!!!!!

ps.
We are also looking for volunteers to help with theme & with program give Lesley your names! HURRY!

Sec 1 Registration Exercise - 19 Dec 08 (Friday)

2008-10-10T17:26:00.000-07:00

We need at least 10 PSG volunteers to assist in this exercise. Duties will include ushering, promoting the PSG & School (as ambassadors) and assisting where necessary. Pls email our PSG Secretary - Lesley Goonting if u can help. Thanks!

St. Gabriel's Foundation Flag Day! - 15 Nov (Sat)

2008-10-10T16:52:00.000-07:00

We are looking for volunteers to assist our boys in performing their "mission of charity" for the foundation*. The boys will report to school at 7.30am to collect their 'tins'. There will be 2 shifts (7am-11am) and (10am till 2pm) .

Please pass word to your other parent friends and email/contact our PSG Secretary - Lesley Goonting to register. Thank you for your valuable support!

*Note: The Gabrielite Foundation was set up to see to the running of Gabrielite schools. It also helps to provide funds for the poor students (pocket money for food during recess and lunch, free uniform and textbooks, courses and other operations/support activities)

Singapore Polytechnic - Immersion Program

2008-08-18T17:11:00.000-07:00

UPDATE: Below is an invitation to a networking session by Singapore Poly....Anyone interested pls revert to Lesley by MONDAY (1 Sep). A pre-list of registrants has been sent to the organisers, but Lesley needs to finalise it.

INVITATION BY SINGAPORE POLY
PSG networking session on:
Date: Saturday, 6 September 2008
Venue: Vanda Room, Staff Centre, Singapore Polytechnic
Programme
1030am - Arrival of Guests (Entertainment by Jazz Band)
1100am - Welcome
1105am - Presentation on the Changing Polytechnic Education Landscape
1145am - Q & A
1215pm - Lunch (Entertainment by Jazz Band)
1330pm - End

SP intends to update PSGs on new developments in polytechnic education. We realise that these are pertinent issues for parents of secondary school students contemplating the next step after the ‘O’ levels.

The principal of Singapore Polytechnic, Mr Tan Hang Cheong, and the Directors of SP schools and administrative departments will be at the session to meet the parents and engage in dialogue. We are also inviting SP students to share their experiences on campus. (sent by francis hong)

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Singapore Polytechnic (SP) had organised a half-day immersion programme (The SP Experience) during the June vacation for graduating students to find out more about the courses they have in mind if they want to apply for a place in SP early next year. More than 4,000 graduating students from 69 secondary schools attended and the feedback received from participants was good..

The good news is SP will be running this immersion again, during the Sep-08 vacation.

Date: 3 & 4 September 2008 (Wednesday & Thursday)
Venue: SP Convention Centre (next to Dover MRT Station)

Programme:
12.30 pm - All students to be seated
1.00 pm - Student Club Performances / Talk on “Strategy for Making the Right Choice during JAE 2009”
1.45 pm - Buffet Reception
2.15 pm - Experience the Course of your choice
4.30 pm - Visit Student Hub@Moberly / Collection of Souvenir
5.30 pm - Concert @Student Hub@Moberly
6.30pm - End

Parents can register directly. The closing date for registration is Friday, 22 August 2008.

SP contact: Francis Hong
hp: 90014068

Parental Guidance [PG] Seminar

2008-08-11T02:08:00.001-07:00

Dear Parents! The O-Level exams are just around the corner. Temasek Polytechnic knows how uncertain this period can be - with so many possible routes to take, which of these is best for your child?

That is why - Temasek Polytechnic is holding the "Parental Guidance [PG]" Seminar on Saturday, 16 August 2008 at 10AM at the Temasek Convention Centre.

(Note: Please register directly at www.tp.edu.sg) For Enquiries call 67805017 / 6780 6556

2008-08-06T07:33:00.000-07:00

T-Shirt Sales (Limited Edition) @ $18 each

Our PSG has produced a small quantity of dri-fit t-shirts of varying sizes (S, M, L, XL) to help raise funds for the school. A custom-logo "Gabrielites Rock!" adorn the back of the t-shirt.

Special permission has been obtained for the boys to use this t-shirt during the heritage walk, CCA and P.E. lessons.

The price for each t-shirt is $18.

Direct sales are being done by PSG Members during recess period on Mon, Weds & Thurs (during 1st & 2nd week of August). If you would like to place an order, drop us an e-mail with your contact-details (Name, Mobilephone/Contact Number to psgsgs@gmail.com).

The PSG Lead(s) for this event is Molly Ng & Pauline Chan.

Please support this fund-raising effort by buying at least one! Thank you for your support!

Fund Raising for Indoor Sports Hall

2008-08-02T02:21:00.000-07:00

Our school is building an Indoor Sports Hall and will need to pay for 5% of it's development costs estimated at $4Million (being a government-aided school). Construction is scheduled for 2010.

Our PSG is helping the school to raise funds for this vital project and is jointly organising a walkathon called "Happy Heels - Happy Hearts" on 29 August 08 as part of Project ACES (All Children Exercising Simultaneously").

Donation cards have been distributed to all students & staff. Our goal is to collect between $60 to $80 (at least) for each card!

Closing Date is 15 August 08.

We appeal to your kind generosity! Thanking you in advance!

Teacher's Day Buffet Lunch

2008-08-02T01:32:00.000-07:00

"The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires. --William Arthur Ward"

Teacher's Day is around the corner (1 Sep 08) - It is a terrific opportunity to "celebrate" their indelible contributions to our lifes.

Our PSG will be hosting a Buffet Lunch for all Teachers & Administrators at St. Gabriel's Secondary at the school canteen on 29 August (after the Heritage Walk). We are looking for volunteers and contributions (cash or lucky draw prizes) to make this another memorable event for all!

We will be extending special invitations to our Canteen Operators who have contributed generously during our Racial Harmony Day Festivities.

The PSG "Lead" for this event is Susan Hedger.

If you are a Parent who would like to contribute/participate in this special event, please drop us an e-mail at psgsgs@gmail.com

Events & Activities

Next PSG Meeting, 1 Feb (Wed), 7.30am, Conference Room

Quick Event Updates

3 Announcements for your kind attention, please.

Announcement of New PSG Exco Committee - 2011/2012

Gentle Reminder - Proposed Batam Trip

Call for Participants : SFE - Parent Facilitator Training

Proposed Day Trip to Batam (9th July, Saturday)

LIBRARY TOUR AT NEX

Next PSG Meeting, 20 May (Fri), 7.30am, PSG Room

Call for Volunteers! Celebrate Reading Project !

Forum on "Discipline or Child Abuse"

Next PSG Meeting, 25 Feb (Fri), 7.30am, PSG Room

PSG Orientation Evening - 14 Jan (Fri)

Happy New Year! Next PSG Meeting on 5 Jan 2011, 7.30am, PSG Room

Year-End Dinner - 12 Nov, Friday, 6.30pm, Tables by the Bay @ Keppel Club

PSG Activities (Nov & Dec)

PSG Meeting - 22 Oct (Fri), 7.30AM, PSG Room

PSG Meeting - 24 Sep, 7.30am, PSG Room *RESCHEDULED*

ACES Day & Teacher's Day Celebrations! 31 Aug 2010

Parenting Talk - Understanding your teen's Learning Style", 28 Aug (Sat), 9AM, AVA Room

SFE Talk / Breakfast Meeting - 20 Aug (Fri), 8AM, AVA Room

PSG Meeting - 13 Aug (Fri), 7.30AM, PSG Room

SFE Talk - "Discipline and Our Teens" by Brother Collin, 20 Aug, 8.30am, AVA Room

SHORT BLITZ OF ACTIVITIES COMING UP!

Teachers' Day - Video shoot

Badminton this Friday - 30 July (7pm)

PSG Meeting - 30 July (Fri), 7.30AM, PSG Room

Badminton Games

SINGAPORE PARENTING CONGRESS 2010

PSG Meeting - 9 July (Fri), 7.30AM, PSG Room

PSG Gathering (Potluck) @ Hedgers

Next PSG Meeting, 10 May (Mon), 7.30am, PSG Room

Next PSG Meeting, 16 Apr (Fri), 7.30am, PSG Room

Update

Next PSG Meeting, 12 Mar (Fri), 7.30am, PSG Room

Next PSG Meeting, 5 Mar, 7.30am, PSG Room

PSG Meeting, 29 Jan, 7.30am, Conf Room

Gentle Reminder - SFE Parents Talk

Update

2010 Update - PSG Orientation

2010 Update

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OBA - 56th Anniversary Golf

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Events Update

Next PSG Meeting & Upcoming Events

Event Updates

Looking ahead to Week of 6 April - 9 April

Event - Sat 4 April 09 (9am-12.30noon) Long Service Awards

Event - Friday 3 April 09 (4pm)- Decorations for Long Service Awards day

Event - Thursday 2 April 09 - Bike Hike (eco study) to Pulau Ubin

Upcoming Events (Apr / May 09) - Call for Volunteers!

Call For Volunteers - Calendar of Events 2009

Feburary 2009 (Update)

January 2009 Activities (Update)

Update :PSG ANNUAL YEAR-END GET TOGETHER - 8 NOV 08 (SAT)

PSG ANNUAL YEAR-END GET TOGETHER - 8 NOV 08 (SAT)

Sec 1 Registration Exercise - 19 Dec 08 (Friday)

St. Gabriel's Foundation Flag Day! - 15 Nov (Sat)

Singapore Polytechnic - Immersion Program

Parental Guidance [PG] Seminar

Fund Raising for Indoor Sports Hall

Teacher's Day Buffet Lunch

PSG Meeting - 24 Sep, 7.30am, PSG Room RESCHEDULED