All individuals involved in the process have to declare any potential conflict of interest, he says.
The DSA scheme grants Primary 6 pupils the chance to secure spots early in secondary schools using non-academic talents, such as in sports and the arts.
Mr Chua had asked if individuals involved in the DSA selection process must declare conflicts of interest or abstain from the process if they have close ties to a candidate.grants Primary 6 pupils the chance to secure spots early in secondary schools using non-academic talents, such as in sports and the arts.
“The DSA selection process is undergirded by the principles of transparency, objectivity, inclusiveness and student-centricity,” he said. “For example, the guidelines stipulate that the school leadership team is required to lead DSA selection panels and oversee the selection process. Non-school staff, including coaches and instructors, may be invited to join the selection process and provide inputs,” he said.
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