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From evaluating AI-generated responses to building robots, students are learning to use AI intentionally as they prepare for an AI-enabled future. go.gov.sg/w-primary-schools-are-developing-students-into-discerning-responsible-users-of-ai

Most people assume the key to a smooth P1 transition is knowing enough letters and numbers. Three experts – an ECDA Fellow, an NIE senior lecturer and a primary school principal – say the thing that matters most isn't academic at all. go.gov.sg/confidence-before-counting-what-p1-readiness-really-looks-like

You can tell a lot about a teacher from what they keep within arm's reach. Our OYEA 2026 recipients and finalists open up their desks - and share with us the everyday objects that make their lessons click. go.gov.sg/whats-on-our-teachers-desks-oyea-2026

What makes someone return to their school band years after graduating? For band alumni Yu Syuen, it is the moments between performances: sweaty rehearsals, shared snacks and the friendships that grew along the way. go.gov.sg/she-came-back-for-band-years-after-graduation-because-what-stayed-was-more-than-any-performance

If you have a school-going child, you are likely in at least one, if not several, chat groups by now. Are these doing more harm than good, or are they a critical part of your child’s school journey? Mother-of-two Melissa Tan shares how it went for her. go.gov.sg/127-messages-and-counting

Learners are explorers, and teachers are guides, says Mr Chia Wei Hou, Master Teacher (Art). So, how do teachers bring that sense of wonder into art lessons to make every lesson magical and see the world afresh? go.gov.sg/wonder-wander-and-awe-making-art-learning-magical/

Artificial intelligence is taking the world by storm, and parents must start thinking about what it means to raise children in an era of humanlike chatbots and capable image generators. A parent working in tech shares her take on this. go.gov.sg/raising-and-protecting-kids-in-the-age-of-ai

At Play Inclusive, students from special education and mainstream schools train together for two months before they compete. Ayser and Melson were both nervous about meeting their new badminton partner. Two seasons on, the 12-year-olds still split their side of the court without a word. go.gov.sg/its-their-psle-year-they-still-made-time-for-friends-badminton-and-inclusivity Play Inclusive is happening this Sat, 1 Aug.

The bell rings. Art class ends. But what if students left with more than a project? What if they walk away with a new way of seeing the world? Ms Vivian Loh, Master Teacher (Art), breaks down concept-based teaching. go.gov.sg/art-that-asks-bigger-questions

Firash Faiq Bin Abdullah started Primary 1 unable to read or write. But thanks to a network of support, he graduated from North Vista Primary School with newfound confidence. go.gov.sg/it-took-a-village-to-help-this-13-year-old-find-his-confidence-now-hes-a-changemaker

There's a reason eight is the magic number when it comes to hours of sleep clocked. Try this Mission Z Game Card Challenge to make reaching it fun for the whole family. go.gov.sg/full-charge-ahead-turn-better-sleep-into-a-family-game

Student leaders from Methodist Girls' School and Dazhong Primary School came together to plan Racial Harmony Day booths for their schools. The deeper learning happened before a single booth went up. go.gov.sg/planning-racial-harmony-day-booths-taught-these-students-more-than-they-expected

From mending broken pottery with gold to engaging in bonding activities, students share how Character & Citizenship Education (CCE) lessons have shaped them. go.gov.sg/levelling-up-students-resilience-with-cce-lessons/

Every parent wants to be the go-to guy (or gal) for their kids as they navigate the challenges of school and growing up. But it’s a tough job. How do you find the happy medium between being too naggy and doing the things that will earn you a big hug or two each day? http://go.gov.sg/10-ways-to-be-an-amazing-parent/

Mdm Ira Wati Sukaimi, Master Teacher (Art), speaks about the role art plays in helping students practise inventive thinking, collaboration, and cross-cultural skills. go.gov.sg/when-art-shapes-minds-and-hearts-for-a-changing-world

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Exploring different areas of study, building one’s character, and discovering interests and talents are just some of the things students learn in primary school, beyond academics. We speak to parents of Primary 6 graduates from Bukit Timah Primary School, on their own observations of how their children have grown over the years. go.gov.sg/how-my-child-progressed-through-primary-school-parents-share-the-signs/

Ms Seow Ai Wee, Principal Master Teacher (Art), explains what a culture of care in the art classroom is, and how it allows students to better manage ambiguities. go.gov.sg/a-culture-of-care-in-the-art-classroom

Gan Eng Seng Primary School and Move Technologies teamed up to enhance students’ learning experience within the school’s Applied Learning Programme through a Virtual Reality game. Read about how this partnership has benefitted students, the school and the company alike. go.gov.sg/a-school-and-a-tech-start-up-gamify-the-learning-experience-to-bring-sustainability-lessons-to-life-for-students/

Stepping into a new environment is not always easy for adults – much less a seven-year-old. Here’s how the TRANSIT programme makes the move from pre-school smoother for some Primary 1 students. go.gov.sg/what-if-my-child-has-trouble-adjusting-to-primary-one/