Is it compulsory to use Edusave to purchase PLD?
Yes, it is compulsory for all existing students on the MOE Financial Assistance Scheme to use their Edusave to pay for the PLD, after subsidies have been granted.
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What is PLD ?
PLD is a Personal Learning Device. As a part of NDLP (National Digital Literacy Program) launched by MOE, every student in our school is given a personal learning device to strengthen the digital literacy
What kind of device we are using as PLD in LVSS?
At LVSS, every student will be using the Apple iPad as their personal learning device. Every iPad will come bundled with the Apple Pencil and keyboard to maximise the affordances of the iPad as a learning tool. The iPad is a lightweight device that offers students convenient learning on-the-move and is relatively easy to use. A full charge of the battery typically allows students to use the iPad throughout the school day. It allows for a seamless learning experience with existing teaching and learning technologies such as the Singapore Student Learning Space, Microsoft 365 and Google Suite, in addition to native Apple apps.
Why did the school choose the iPad as the PLD?
Using the iPad in teaching and learning is not new to LVSS. We have been tapping on the device for many years in our curriculum as well as enrichment programmes. As such, it is natural to continue on this platform for the familiarity of both students and teachers. The Google apps can also be used on the iPad to facilitate learning.How can the student purchase PLD?
The student can use Edusave to purchase the PLD. Alternatively, the student can choose to pay cash for the PLD
How much Edusave can be used to purchase PLD
If your child/ward is a Singapore citizen, you can use your child’s/ward’s Edusave to pay for the PLD. A Singapore citizen student can use up to the available Edusave balance in his/her Edusave account to pay for the PLD after setting aside provision for payment of 2nd tier miscellaneous fees. MOE has provided a one-off Edusave top-up of $200 in 2020, to all eligible Singaporean students in primary and secondary schools. This is on top of the annual Edusave contribution of $290 for secondary students and $230 for primary students.Is the student provided financial assistance?
Students under Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS) for the year will automatically be subsidised for the PLD. For students on FAS, subsidies are available even if there is insufficient Edusave balance. The cash out-of-pocket will be a maximum of $50.Is financial assistance provide for Permanent Residents (PR) and International Students (IS)?
Financial assistance is also available for Permanent Residents (PR), International Students (IS) and students who are currently not under the MOE Financial Assistance Scheme. Please contact the school at 6582 1727 or email loyangview_ss@moe.edu.sg for more information