There has been a revision in the Direct School Admission (DSA) scheme – a system that allows students to secure spots in secondary schools based on their talents in areas such as sports and the arts, beyond academic results.

The Ministry of Education (MOE) has announced plans to make the DSA scheme more accessible, transparent, and focused on nurturing untapped potential rather than just recognising polished performance.

But why the need for change now? And what will this mean for students, parents, and schools?

On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Gabrielle Chan, Journalist, The Straits Times, to find out.

 

There has been a revision in the Direct School Admission (DSA) scheme &ndash; a system that allows students to secure spots in secondary schools based on their talents in areas such as sports and the arts, beyond academic results.
The Ministry of Education (MOE) has announced plans to make the DSA scheme more accessible, transparent, and focused on nurturing untapped potential rather than just recognising polished performance.
But why the need for change now? And what will this mean for students, parents, and schools?
On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Gabrielle Chan, Journalist, The Straits Times,&nbsp;to find out.
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Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong is your 4&ndash;8pm drive companion, guiding you through the day&rsquo;s biggest headlines, trending conversations and the issues shaping Singapore and the world.
From news and current affairs to lifestyle insights and generational perspectives, the show helps you make sense of what&rsquo;s happening &mdash; with clarity, context and a touch of personality.
Whether you&rsquo;re catching up after a long day or tuning in on the move, Your Way Home keeps you informed, engaged and connected &mdash; all the way home.
And she closes the day with a song that says it all.