By Good School Learning Hub When students approach post-secondary choices, many parents rely on beliefs formed years ago or passed along by friends and relatives. These ideas are understandable, but they often no longer reflect how Junior Colleges and Polytechnics actually work today. After years of advising students and families, I’ve found that several recurring myths create unnecessary anxiety and lead to decisions based on fear rather than fit. Myth 1: JC is always the “s

By Good School Learning Hub Problem   Many students experience a noticeable drop in confidence when they start Sec 3 Mathematics and Science. Even students who did well previously may feel that topics are suddenly harder to grasp, questions feel unfamiliar, and results become less stable. Parents often ask why these subjects feel so different when effort has not decreased. Details   In Sec 3, Math and Science shift from procedural learning to conceptual understanding. Instead

By Good School Learning Hub Problem   Many students enter upper secondary believing it will be a straightforward continuation of lower secondary—just with more content. When results fluctuate or stress increases, they feel caught off guard. Parents, too, are surprised that effort no longer translates as predictably into outcomes. The gap lies not in ability, but in unmet expectations. Details   Upper secondary introduces several changes that students often don’t anticipate. L

By Good School Learning Hub One of the earliest challenges students face in secondary school is managing homework on their own. Parents may notice fewer reminders coming from school, while students are expected to track assignments across subjects independently. After years of supporting students through this transition, this adjustment is both common and expected. Problem  Many students enter secondary school used to close guidance around homework. When that structure fades,