Starting the School Year Right
Setting the tone for starting the school year is important for kids to integrate into their new classes, make good friends and cope well with studies. My daughter is currently in primary six. It’s a big year for her, with PSLE coming up and changes ahead. In my family, routine plays a big […]
From One Parent to Another: Mealtimes at Morning Star
It all began in 2005, when I was offered a sponsorship to do culinary studies in the Navy. My passion for cooking was ignited and since then, I’ve moved on to serve in Morning Star Community Services. I enjoy the process from receiving and unpacking the ingredients, to preparing and plating the […]
Certis partners BT BAF for its annual Community Give-Back
Children at Morning Star Community Services animating their paper robots with the help of a student-care teacher using a stop motion videography app on the smartphone. PHOTO: TRCL Published: DECEMBER 9 2020 Vivien Ang To kick off, more than 15 Certis staff and 7 BT BAF youth befriend a group of children from […]
Fun Family Ideas to Celebrate Christmas at Home
Most of us are expecting quieter Christmas celebrations this year. But that doesn’t mean you can’t have a fun time with your loved ones at home! In our fast-paced environment, with education and career at the forefront of our priorities, we often lack the opportunity to interact with loved ones for extended periods— dinnertime […]
#MSCS Parent Support: Routines, Humility and Problem-Solving
Some parents who attended our Triple P® Level 2 Webinars sent in some questions, so we answer them here for all to benefit: 1. Dear Trainer, I have set up a routine for my son, but whenever there are unexpected things that disrupt the routine, he would start whining and it is difficult […]
NOVA is All about Social-Emotional Regulation
Did you know that the “NOVA” in NOVA Learning Intervention Programme stands for “Nurturing One’s Valuable Attributes”? These valuable attributes refer to social-emotional skills, like managing anger, fear, sadness or self-esteem. Why I decided to join NOVA As a NOVA Facilitator in Morning Star Community Services, I work with primary school-aged children […]
The Wonderful Relationship Between Child and Pet
Photo by Alicia Jones / Unsplash As the pandemic takes its physical and emotional toll on businesses and individuals across the world, it may be difficult to see the light at the end of the tunnel. However, families in Singapore are experiencing the joys of home-based learning in the midst of the chaos […]
#MSCS Parent Support: Conflicts, Focus & Adventure
Some parents who attended our Triple P® Level 2 Primary Positive Parenting Webinar sent in some questions, so we answer them here for all to benefit: 1. Dear Trainer, How can I help my child resolve conflicts with friends? — Mediating Mummy Dear Mediating Mummy, I know that conflicts with friends isn’t […]
Sow the Seed, Spark the Change in Your Child’s Life
As a Trainer and Family Life Educator with Morning Star Community Services, I counsel many parents who face difficulties with their children’s behaviour in school and at home. Some parents become disgruntled with their child’s disobedience, frustrated because they don’t understand why their child acts in the way that he or she does. […]
Turning Problems into Learning Opportunities for Your Child
Time to Exercise Brain Power! Most parents want to avoid or prevent problems when their children encounter them, be it with their siblings or with their friends. However, problems are here to stay. Every day, we will encounter problems. Some are small problems which can be easily resolved, while others are more challenging which […]