Grade 11 HL PSE - With PSD Class 1 by Patrick Desbarats https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x en-us 2020-03-30 05:51:34 UTC 2023-04-28 07:26:01 UTC hello@padlet.com Tour around the island! pds4 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/481308468 On Tuesday April 24 Robbie and I rode our bikes around Singapore - epic!]]> 2020-03-30 06:05:15 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/481308468 Tips on How to Be productive while working at home pds4 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/481310698 Take a look at these tips on how to be productive. Comment on what is working for you.]]> 2020-03-30 06:07:49 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/481310698 Tips on Productivity at Home pds4 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/481313182 Take a look at this article. What is working for you while you are in the on line learning environment?]]> 2020-03-30 06:10:31 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/481313182 Staying Fit and Healthy at this Time pds4 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/481317702 2020-03-30 06:15:23 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/481317702 Positive On Line Learning Story pds4 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/481324285 2020-03-30 06:22:22 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/481324285 Digital Wellbeing pds4 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/492871199 How does one stay sane while learning online? Do you have anything to add to this list?]]> 2020-04-05 02:58:25 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/492871199 Spring Break Highlights pds4 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/492876416 I know that this spring break was a little "out of the ordinary" but what was the hgihlight?]]> 2020-04-05 03:17:45 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/492876416 Have a look at some of the websites below and share your favourite good news stories pds4 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/492878845 https://www.positive.news/

https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/

https://www.optimistdaily.com/

reddit.com/r/UpliftingNews/

https://thehappynewspaper.com/]]> 2020-04-05 03:25:31 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/492878845 UNICEF: Mental Health during the time of Corona pds4 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/492878944 For teenagers facing life changes due to the outbreak who are feeling anxious, isolated and disappointed, know this: you are not alone. We spoke with expert adolescent psychologist, best-selling author and monthly New York Times columnist Dr. Lisa Damour about what you can do to practice self-care and look after your mental health.]]> 2020-04-05 03:25:57 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/492878944 How can we help each other to stay physically and mentally healthy pds4 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/492879103 Think about how normal mental and physical wellbeing strategies can be adapted in the home.

Post a video or photo of your strategies below]]> 2020-04-05 03:26:31 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/492879103 Circle of Grief and Appreciation w/ Grade 12s bumag1033161 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/493892719 (TLDR; lots of tears and hugs, not recommended for social distancing.)

We mourned the loss of things that could have been, plans gone awry, and shifts in what we considered to be normal. But we also celebrated and reflected upon the moments that brought us together in a community--the people who made us laugh the hardest, showed unconditional kindness, and the ones  we wished we had gotten to know better. It was an opportunity to show gratitude towards our seniors who have been in the house for quite some time. A bittersweet goodbye for the books. ]]> 2020-04-06 02:05:08 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/493892719 Trekking alone across Antarctica taught me something about isolation pds4 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/496047712 Written by a UWCSEA alumni from the class of 1984.  Some great takeaways in this article!!!

]]> 2020-04-07 05:17:59 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/496047712 Motivation and being productive https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/498199319 What I personally did was I made a list of things to do which either aligns with connecting with others, hobbies, or achievement. E.g. encouraging calls with friends to connect, baking new recipes for hobbies, and working out everyday for achievement. 

I think it helps a lot when we end up feeling super bored and it's something I can quickly look at and remind myself to try to do something new. 

]]> 2020-04-08 08:08:05 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/498199319 Highlights! kurni483161 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/499911252 Having my sister back (almost). My sister, Dana, studies in the US and because of the COVID'19 pandemic, her university shut down for the rest of the school year. Initially she flew to LA to stay with relatives but ultimately we needed her back in Singapore to ensure her safety. Unfortunately, the new rulings by the government came out and coincidentally, her flight arrived the morning after the time of enforcement. All UK and US persons flying in would have to serve their SHN at a government issued hotel. SO, I haven't yet been able to see her because she comes out on Friday, however, I'm really grateful to know that at least we're on the same island :)]]> 2020-04-09 06:01:07 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/499911252 Balancing school work and personal life sato32878 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/499911843 Since I just moved back to Singapore, I made sure to utilise the spring break to catch up on work in all my subjects. Although it was a bit overwhelming at first, I was able to find it very effective and productive because I was able to work at my own pace and take breaks in between by doing what makes me happy, which is playing the piano and composing music. Despite lots of uncertainty over the break regarding the current situation, I was able to create my own routine , therefore making the transition to online school very smooth.  ]]> 2020-04-09 06:01:51 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/499911843 Taking a break from tech https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/499912762 As we are now remote learning, I find it a little hard to find time to separate myself from my computer.  During my free time, I like to read a lot. The book I'm reading now is online, so I find it a little difficult to separate myself form my computer to rest my eyes now that we're not "at school".]]> 2020-04-09 06:03:09 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/499912762 Organizing my learning resources gu783851 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/499914332 I found that for certain subjects like mathematics, we had little resources to practice in exam conditions. We only had one practice exam for our math revision. I actively searched for revision resources, and that has really helped me in becoming more active. I had so much free time, and I think I just developed an ability to look for something challenging to do all the time. ]]> 2020-04-09 06:05:19 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/499914332 Creativity nesfi184381 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/499925406 2020-04-09 06:19:26 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/499925406 Memorable moments During Spring break kyar1035631 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/499974276 As soon as the break started, I decided to take a day or two off from school work and enjoy life. I signed up for activities that were available for the boarding house and scheduled my working plan. However, due to the virus outbreak, the activities were cancelled and we found ourselves doing more indoor activities. 

Because the grade 12 graduation is cancelled, the boarding house decided to have our own farewell party in Sentai. It was a memorable and heartfelt moment for us and for all the grade 12s, some crying and others tearing up. 

Of course, I was also worried about my family back at home. Being away from home and not knowing when I will go back or for how long I will be staying here scared me. But I was able to overcome these by talking to my family and friends. Staying in the boarding house community also gave me strength and distracted me from my worries I have back home. 

After being issued that the school and exams are cancelled, I was overjoyed - as an ordinary student would. But this also saddened me because we wouldn’t know what will be happening to us in the future especially on how our EEs and IAs will be progressing. Nevertheless, I would be lying if I said I didn’t enjoy my spring break. Despite the COVID-19 outbreak I don’t mind repeating my break all over again!

]]> 2020-04-09 07:07:48 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/499974276 Getting close to many people in the boarding house who I wasn't really close to before. furta761241 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/502903257 2020-04-11 13:54:13 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/502903257 Getting to the action zone pds4 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/503378267 Have a look at the diagram below and post your thoughts:

Why do we often sit in the fear zone? How can we get to the action zone?]]> 2020-04-12 08:52:36 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/503378267 How to Tame Your Wandering Mind pds4 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/505438376 https://ed.ted.com/best_of_web/TFs5JFxz
Take a look at this Ted Talk and post your thoughts on the message below.]]> 2020-04-14 00:37:40 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/505438376 Really taking a Break thorb19049 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/509733136 Having time to relax and reflect on me and myself, being outside of boarding, having a lot of time to take a moments and think without outside stress]]> 2020-04-16 02:14:43 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/509733136 UWCSEA Wellness Resources pds4 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/518963204 https://sites.google.com/gapps.uwcsea.edu.sg/counselling/resources?authuser=0

]]> 2020-04-21 01:13:03 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/518963204 How are you staying healthy? pds4 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/535160101 Please post a picture of yourself being active and maintaining balance in your life.]]> 2020-04-28 03:11:54 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/535160101 Baking as Balance? kurni483161 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/538602936 Been baking a lot this break with my sister. We plan to bake and decorate a cake similar to this one for my brother's birthday tomorrow. ]]> 2020-04-29 09:29:52 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/538602936 Addicted to Routine and Running pds4 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/540779233 Here is a screenshot from my garmin watch and app. I am finding that I am a slave to a routine and right now my routine includes running everyday at 6:45 when the sun is coming up.]]> 2020-04-30 02:39:59 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/540779233 Staying healthy mentally sato32878 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/540935305 I take breaks in between different homework tasks by playing the piano in order to clear my mind and relieve stress. As I tend to focus more on classical pieces, I have used this period of time to learn different genres and styles. Currently I am in the process of practicing a Disney song. ]]> 2020-04-30 05:23:51 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/540935305 Go for a walk at Bedok Reservoir 😍 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/540941185 2020-04-30 05:30:11 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/540941185 Go for a walk at Bedok Reservoir 😍 chen846991 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/540943144 2020-04-30 05:32:15 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/540943144 Since I can't go out... kyar1035631 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/540951936 I stretch in my room :3 (though I do not have a picture with me) ]]> 2020-04-30 05:41:17 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/540951936 Making easy recipes every Friday with my boarding house family bumag1033161 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/540964802 We make all sorts of things whilst checking on each other. I also use this time for making art and doing yoga (can do a headstand). I keep a gratitude journal listing things I am grateful for each day. ]]> 2020-04-30 05:51:26 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/540964802 oh no kyar1035631 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/542238234 2020-04-30 15:09:41 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/542238234 Learning "the tik tok" from the master middle schooler pds4 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/563673280 2020-05-11 01:31:32 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/563673280 Let me know if these are making you feel uncomfortable. pds4 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/563757848 2020-05-11 03:09:56 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/563757848 In this column please write three things that you are grateful for right now. One of them must be related to a person or group of people. It would be great if you could include a picture! pds4 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/563771639 2020-05-11 03:28:16 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/563771639 Family pds4 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/563776580 Right now I am grateful for my wonderful family.  After five weeks of circuit breaker and online learning we still know how to have fun together.]]> 2020-05-11 03:35:01 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/563776580 The View Out My Window pds4 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/563780574 We initially were drawn to this apartment because of the beautiful view. I have never appreciated it more than in the last five weeks.]]> 2020-05-11 03:39:58 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/563780574 Coffee pds4 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/563783640 Simple, easy, and part of my routine. I go to bed every night dreaming of the first sip of coffee I will take in the morning. ]]> 2020-05-11 03:43:52 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/563783640 What now? pds4 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571739528 By the time I go to bed tonight I will individually speak to each one of the people in my family and express my gratitude for who they are and their positive effect on me.
Renee - thank you for the work that you do to encourage all of us unconditionally
Maryn - thank you for your sense of humour
Carter - thanks for your hard work and dedication to school and keeping physically fit even when times are tough.]]> 2020-05-14 05:38:39 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571739528 the process of creating bumag1033161 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571753732 just devoting time to half-finished projects and experimenting with different painting mediums makes me so grateful to have all this creative fuel ]]> 2020-05-14 05:53:49 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571753732 Grateful For ... kyar1035631 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571755961 1. My friends 

Currently, I am grateful for my friends who haven't left the Boarding house. All of us couldn't go back and we are stuck here TOGETHER~! (Latest pic taken as a group cuz we need to social distance) 

2. Food 

Although some parts of Singapore is struggling to get food and cook them, I am grateful that we, as boarders, are able to enjoy food just like how we used to. We do not need to worry about it and I am really grateful for it. 

3. My bed

Honestly, since day 1 I am really grateful that I have a comfortable bed. Sleeping on a mattress is something new to me as I am used to sleeping on the floor with a mat. After a long day, having to relax on it is the best feeling you could ever have. ]]> 2020-05-14 05:55:46 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571755961 Interaction thorb19049 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571758856 May not be able to talk to each other as much but still grateful to have these people

]]> 2020-05-14 05:58:20 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571758856 boarders bumag1033161 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571759092 even if this crazy bunch has reduced quite a lot, the fact that I haven't killed the ones remaining speaks a lot for the connection we've fostered over the last few weeks]]> 2020-05-14 05:58:32 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571759092 Shyan (Winston) https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571760255 1. My Brother
Even in this time of isolation my brother and I are always able to find something fun and exciting to do in our house, also seeing how motivated he is to exercise and stay fit encourages me to do the same

2. My Roof
As most of the day is spent in my room, I begin to feel very claustrophobic, climbing onto my roof gives me a chance to breathe and think, I have never been more grateful for this space.

3. My PlayStation
Although it sounds shallow, I have never been more grateful for my playstation as a platform for me to interact with all my friends in fun, creative situations where we can work together, strategise and laugh just as we would if we were playing together in real life. The complexity and realism of some games makes it almost feel as if I am really in another world standing next to my friends]]> 2020-05-14 05:59:38 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571760255 Gratitude takim15438_2 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571760745 I'm grateful for my mom's cooking because she is AMAZING at cooking and always surprises me with new dishes everyday and I think it's so cute. 

I'm also grateful for public bikes being a thing because my bike got stolen before and recently I've been biking a lot more and kind of exploring new neighbourhoods which is nice :)

I'll also be forever grateful for my friends who means a lot to me and even during this time, it's nice to keep in touch w everyone - lucky to be able to communicate with each other and still be close.]]> 2020-05-14 06:00:07 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571760745 Grateful For https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571761151 My Dog: Ever since lockdown, most days my dog will come into my room and keep me company during class. I usually join her on the floor.

I'm grateful for my private pool (i live in a condo). Lately I've been doing aqua aerobics with my family. Sometimes we'd put the pets on the floating bean bag.

I'm grateful for my family. During a normal school week, my family is usually quite busy. Being on lock down enables us to spend more time together.]]> 2020-05-14 06:00:32 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571761151 Alumni Fair Padlet Link pds4 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571761197 Amazing University Fair over the next three weekends - presented by recent university graduates]]> 2020-05-14 06:00:35 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571761197 3 things Im grateful for sato32878 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571762747 My friends - I feel that I have gotten closer to some of my friends, which is nice and I've gotten the chance to catch up with friends from Taiwan and New York. I'm grateful for the conversations I've had online, even if they may be quick messages asking how I am doing and how my day has been.

Music - I am extremely grateful to have access to music instruments that have been sent from my music teachers (since I recently moved back and the delivery of music instruments have been cancelled due to this current situation) and just being able to listen to music, have access to composition software etc. makes me super appreciative. 

Stuffed animals/plushies - Hugging them really allows me to relieve stress and feel relaxed during these times full of uncertainty. ]]> 2020-05-14 06:02:14 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571762747 sporty the wombat bumag1033161 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571763597 it's life sized--enough said. This plushie has been subject to many a cuddle sessions on those lonely nights.]]> 2020-05-14 06:03:09 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571763597 Grateful for... kurni483161 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571765837 My siblings! Especially this lil cutie who comes in my room from time to time asking for Elsa and the Frozen 2 movie. 

My running routes! I've really enjoyed exploring new running routes and the most recent one - 5km run to Marina Helix Bridge - has been particularly stunning.

My countdown app! I downloaded an app that is a countdown to exciting times - the end of the circuit breaker. It also allows me to include a backdrop from my gallery. Seeing my friends in the photo I inserted makes me smile and  excited to reconnect.]]> 2020-05-14 06:05:30 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571765837 Shyan (Winston) https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571771348 Every night at my dinner table each family member says what they are grateful for before we start eating, tonight I will make an effort to include something about the circuit breaker inorder to lift some of the negative energy that it is always associated with. ]]> 2020-05-14 06:10:30 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571771348 kyar1035631 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571775198 I will try to talk to my family more and tell them that I am grateful for the support they have given me, for raising me to be who I am now and believing in me. ]]> 2020-05-14 06:13:49 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571775198 kuo15430 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571777051 I will try doing some mindfulness activities and communicating with my family more. I will try and express my gratitude towards them]]> 2020-05-14 06:15:23 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571777051 kurni483161 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571778762 I will try to actively express my gratitude towards my family members be it saying thanks or spending more time with them. I will also try to be more patient which is particularly important during this time when cabin fever is very real.]]> 2020-05-14 06:16:43 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571778762 Things I am grateful for gu783851 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571782571 1. My fantastic wifi which enables me to participate in many online events without having to compromise by reducing my video quality, thus my activities with friends and classmates can ensue smoothly, giving me the much needed human interaction within the circuit breaker context.
2. My friends. They having been incredibly important academic wise. Through helping each other out academically, I have grown as a  teacher and a student. We also play video games each other and vent about difficulties that we have with the ongoing circuit breaker. 
3. Netflix : I release my stress by obsessively rewatching brooklyn 99 and some certain other shows. Nature documentaries and anime also helps me look beyond the current condition and keep my hopes up.]]> 2020-05-14 06:19:43 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571782571 sato32878 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571782864 I will express my gratitude towards my friends - quick messages every morning thanking them for being supportive and for having my back would be something nice to do.]]> 2020-05-14 06:19:56 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571782864 chen846991 https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571786101  1. My family
Because of the circuit breaker, it is physically impossible for me to hangout with my friends. However, I am also able to share much more time with my mom and the other family members (soon in a few days after my quarantine is over). 

2. My country
Hello to you all from Taiwan! I'm really grateful that the government actually allowed me to come back here, to be safe and sound. Good news being that I'll be free from my quarantine this Saturday, and I'll be able to visit my grandfather and get some good food! Picture of me and my grandfather below:

3. The internet
I would have definitely failed staying indoors without the internet. I of course went onto  Netflix, YouTube, and games on my PC, but I was also hanging out with my friends (pretty much the whole day). In fact, it got a little bit too convenient for me to talk to my friends, so if this is the same for you get up and walk around!

Nantou County:]]> 2020-05-14 06:22:31 UTC https://padlet.com/pds4/vkwkf5kihv1x/wish/571786101