Building a Lifelong Learning Community
At SSIS, we are committed to developing in our students a passion for life and learning. We hope that our parents can join us on this journey as well, and grow together as a community.
SSIS’s Parent Education Programme (PEP) is centred on the premise that parents are their child’s first and most influential teachers. We believe that one of the best ways to develop and nurture our students to be lifelong learners is for the adults to model and lead by example – by first adopting lifelong learning practices.
We encourage you to take advantage of our skilled and talented trainers and volunteers. Come explore, learn, and be inspired! Scan the QR codes to sign up!
SSIS parents who attend at least seven workshops will receive an SSIS PEP Lifelong Learner Certificate!
Please let us know any other topics you are interested in!
Email: community@ssis.asia
List of AY2019/2020 Parent Education Workshops:
The Teenage Brain
Suitable for Parents of Upper Primary School and Senior School
Date: 11 September
Time: 10:00 – 11:00
The brain evolves both structurally and functionally during adolescence; these changes affect their thinking and behaviour. When you understand the science behind how the brain develops and functions, you can help your child build a healthy teenage brain and become their best support at home.
Suitable for Parents of Preschool and Primary School
Date: 18/23/27 September
These 3 sessions will help you understand what are the foundational ‘building blocks’ to strengthen parent-child interactions, and effective parenting strategies, to better manage your relationship with your child/children and enhance family cohesiveness.
Science of Learning
Suitable for Parents of Primary School and Senior School
Date: 9 October
Time: 10:00 – 11:30
Back by popular demand: our Senior School Counselling team will share what research tells us about how students should study, and how you can use this to improve your child’s learning ability.
STEAM: 3D Design and Printing
Suitable for Parents of Upper Primary School and Senior School (G7 and 8)
Date: 11 October
Time: 8:30 – 10:30
You will learn the basics of 3D design and printing using the same software and 3D printers the students use – starting in 4th grade. School Macbooks will be available, however, bringing your personal laptop and a mouse is advised.
English and Chinese Workshop
Suitable for Parents of Primary School
Date: 19 October
Time: 8:30 – 12:00
Parents of Primary School students will be invited to learn about strategies to guide your children in language acquisition.
Child Development Health Talk by Delta Hospital
Suitable for All Parents
Date: 24 October
Time: 9:00 – 10:30
What are the developmental milestones of your growing child? Dr. Joanne Chen and Dr. Kyle Cai of Shanghai Delta Hospital will share with us updates from both the western and traditional Chinese medicine point of views.
Math and Science Workshop
Suitable for Parents of Primary School
Date: 2 November
Time: 9:00 – 12:00
To support your child’s learning at home, you will be invited to learn about the Primary Math & Science Curriculum through hands-on activities.
Summers: How to make sure your child makes use of them effectively
Suitable for Parents of Grade 6 & Above
Date: 6 November
Time: 10:00 – 11:00
Our Counsellors will be sharing tips on how to allow your child to make the most out of their summer holidays! You might also want to ask questions regarding specific summer programmes that you have in mind for your child.
Introduction to One-stop Motion Workshop (Visual Art Collaborates with Film)
Suitable for Parents of Senior School
Date: 20 November
Time: 9:40 – 11:40
Stop motion animation is one of the simplest and most effective ways to create impressive animations. Here you will learn how to make stop motion animation step by step, frame by frame. Please bring your own camera or a smartphone camera and a laptop.
College Application Series
Suitable for Parents of Upper Primary School & Senior School
Date: 16/17/18 December
Time: 10:00 – 11:00
During this three-day series, our college guidance counsellors will share critical information regarding applications to UK, US, Canada, Hong Kong, Australia and Western Europe universities. It’s never too early to start planning!
STEAM: EV3 Robotics
Suitable for Parents of Upper Primary School & Senior School (G7&8)
Date: 10 January
Time: 8:30 – 10:30
You will learn the basics of EV3 robotics using the same kits students use – starting in 5th grade. You will learn how to make the robot move based on degrees, rotations, time, and sensor input. You will explore ultrasonic, light, colour, and touch sensors to learn how they can help the robot to make decisions. During the last 30 minutes, you will compete with a partner to complete an obstacle course.
Valentine’s Day Flower Arrangement
Suitable for All Parents
Date: 14 February
Time: 9:30 – 11:00
Non-refundable Material Fee of RMB 200 to be paid three days before the workshop.
Join us for a romantic day of flowers, tea and fun! Each of you will definitely bring home a bouquet of flowers – give yourself a treat!
Chef Jin’s Pandan Cake and Spring Roll Demonstration
Suitable for All Parents
Date: 26 February
Time: 8:30 – 10:00
Our Head Chef, Jin, will be demonstrating the art of making the famous SSIS pandan cakes and spring rolls. Learn his secret recipes and techniques and impress your child at home!
STEAM: Sewing
Suitable for Parents of Upper Primary School & Senior School (G7&8)
Date: 17 April
Time: 8:30 – 10:30
You will learn the basics of sewing and taught the main features and functions of a machine sewing. The workshop will focus on creating DIY crafts using various sewing materials.
