20 19 ories GETTING TO KNOW SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN THE WEST ZONE Foreword E STories is a collection of stories from secondary schools, specialised and specialised independent schools in the West Zone. Just as our Wlives are made up of stories and the stories we tell to one another, every school has a fascinating story to share and an utterly unique perspective from which to tell it. Through each narrative, we hope to give fresh insights on the endeavours of each school in creating authentic learning experiences for our students. Building on the efforts of our inaugural issue in 2018, the West Zone Publicity Committee has worked on an electronic version for the 2019 edition of WE STories. Some new features include a map that shows the actual geographical location of schools with links that lead the reader directly to the respective schools’ stories. Information on the schools’ Applied Learning Programmes (ALP), Learning for Life Programmes (LLP) and talent areas for Direct School Admission (DSA) have also been consolidated into one list for easy referencing. 9

We hope that this would allow P6 students to more easily identify schools that 1 0 could best support their own areas of interest and passion, when selecting 2 their secondary schools. ories Stories have power to bring people together and we hope that WE STories will connect our schools with you. We believe the stories will be helpful to parents and teachers in guiding their charges towards choosing schools that can cater to their interests and strengths. More importantly, we hope our primary school students who are on the cusp of a new chapter in the education journey will be excited by the many new learning experiences that await them in secondary school. May you be delighted by the stories we have shared!

West Zone Publicity Committee Members Advisor: Ms Nathalie Chen Ms Haslinda Zamani Vice-Principal, Henry Park Primary School Superintendent West 2 Cluster Mr Lee Ko Yong Vice-Principal (Admin), Nanyang Primary School Co-Chair: Mrs Angeline Chan Mr Syamsul Anwar Principal, Hillgrove Secondary School Vice-Principal, Frontier Primary School Ms Deborah Tan Co-Chair: Vice-Principal, Jurong Secondary School Mr Eugene Lin Mdm Diana Goh Principal, Zhenghua Secondary School Vice-Principal, Teck Whye Secondary School Miss Narayanasamy Uma Rani Vice-Principal, Lakeside Primary School

1 20 Unity Secondary 19 School

20 Regent 19 Secondary Kranji Zhenghua 20 School 20 20 19 Secondary 19 19 Secondary School School West Spring Chua Chu Kang 20 Secondary Secondary School 19 School

Teck Whye 20 Bukit Panjang 20 19 Government High Secondary 19 20 Greenridge School School 19 Secondary School

Fajar 20 Secondary 19 School

Assumption 20 Pathway School 19

20 Assumption 20 Swiss Cottage 19 English School 19 Secondary School Dunearn 20 19 Secondary School 9 1

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20 2 Secondary 19 Westwood ories 20 School 20 20 Hillgrove 19 Secondary 19 19 Secondary School Yuhua Secondary Jurongville School 20 School 19 Secondary School Fuhua Bukit Batok 20 20 Secondary 19 19 Secondary School 20 Bukit View School 19 Secondary 20 River Valley High School 19 Crest 20 School 20 19 Secondary 19 20 Boon Lay School 19 Yuan Ching Secondary School 20 Juying Secondary School 19 Secondary 20 School 19 Jurong West Secondary School 20 Methodist Girls’ 19 School 20 Jurong Secondary 20 Nanyang Girls’ 19 School 19 High School

20 Hwa Chong 19 Institution

20 Commonwealth 19 Secondary School

20 Clementi Town 19 Secondary School 20 School of Science and 19 Technology, Singapore

20 New Town 19 Secondary School Nan Hua High 20 School 19 20 NUS High School 19 Of Math and Science

2 3 Contents Assumption English School 6 90 Kranji Secondary School Assumption Pathway School 10 94 Methodist Girls’ School 20 Boon Lay Secondary School 14 98 Nan Hua High School Bukit Batok Secondary School 18 102 Nanyang Girls’ High School 19 Bukit Panjang Government High School 22 106 New Town Secondary School Bukit View Secondary School 26 110 NUS High School of Math and Science Chua Chu Kang Secondary School 30 114 Regent Secondary School Clementi Town Secondary School 34 118 River Valley High School Commonwealth Secondary School 38 122 School of Science and Technology ories Crest Secondary School 42 126 Swiss Cottage Secondary School Dunearn Secondary School 46 130 Teck Whye Secondary School Fajar Secondary School 50 134 Unity Secondary School Fuhua Secondary School 54 138 West Spring Secondary School 9 1

Greenridge Secondary School 58 142 Westwood Secondary School 0 2

Hillgrove Secondary School 62 146 Yuan Ching Secondary School ories Hua Yi Secondary School 66 150 Yuhua Secondary School Hwa Chong Institution 70 154 Zhenghua Secondary School Jurong Secondary School 74 158 West Zone Secondary Schools DSA Talent Areas Jurong West Secondary School 78 161 2019 Applied Learning Programme (ALP) & Learning For Life Programme (LLP) Jurongville Secondary School 82 Juying Secondary School 86 162 Acknowledgement

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4 5 ASSUMPTION ENGLISH SCHOOL www.assumptionenglish.moe.edu.sg ASSUMPTION JOY IN LEARNING: Tell me and I forget. Teach ENGLISH SCHOOL Beyond the me and I remember. Involve www.assumptionenglish.moe.edu.sg me and I learn. Classroom Walls Confucius − Learning Comes Historical and Geographical Investigations Alive at AES form part of the Humanities curriculum and Men and Women of Character and Learning in the students go through rich sensory experiences hrough various performance tasks Service of God and Community and authentic hands-on learning to better understand the concepts and issues Texperiences, Secondary 1 students apply discussed in class. their knowledge and understanding to solve For example, Secondary 1 students take a hike real world problems beyond the classroom down to the nearby park to observe rainforest walls. Students preparing to fly their kites on the school field structure and features. There, they take Imagine you are stranded on an island with photograph notes of their observations and no access to clean water. Can you build a In another lesson, Assumptionknights use practise the sketching skills taught in class. simple water filtration system to obtain estimation and measurement skills learnt in clean and drinkable water from the seawater Mathematics to calculate areas of shapes and In Secondary 2 History, Assumptionknights available around the island? polygons needed to make the best kites. learn about what life was like during the Japanese Occupation through a visit to With that in mind, our Assumptionknights The lesson unit ends with the students the Ford Factory Museum for insights into head down to the school pond to collect running gleefully around the school field those dark times. Beyond seeing, students water samples and find out more about water competing to see whose kite will fly the are challenged to feel what was felt; the quality. They make use of their collected furthest, and for the longest period of time. highlight of the whole experience is a food 9

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build their own water filtration system using Through the actual fieldwork museum visit. ories recycled materials. at Dairy Farm Nature Park, we saw what we learnt about in the Geography textbook. I saw An institution by the Montfort Brothers of St Gabriel the layers of the rainforest and APPLIED LEARNING PROGRAMME (ALP): how the canopy layer helps to provide shade. I also saw SPEAK Out, SPEAK Loud! many beautiful flowers and ood morning, Assumptionknights… many different types of trees. It here are the news headlines of the was a breathtaking view. Gday... Wong Dalton, Sec 1 (2019) This is a familiar line that greets the school each morning during assembly. Every day, two Lower Secondary students are scheduled Students collecting water samples from the school pond Assumptionknights stepping out of their classrooms for to report the news headlines to the school for pH testing a hike to Dairy Farm Nature Park population as part of the school’s Applied Learning Programme (ALP), SPeak English with grAce and Knowledge (SPEAK). AFTER-SCHOOL ENGAGEMENT:

In AES, students build their confidence and “Tuesdays with Morrie” book trailer, “A Day in the Life of an AES Teacher”, A Home Within eloquence in speaking through a variety of produced by a group of Secondary 1 produced by a group of Secondary 2 programmes as part of the English Language students (2018) students (2018) School curriculum: https://youtu.be/AqWWelkTYEY https://tinyurl.com/AESteacher ancy a game of Nerf War? Or perhaps, Secondary 1 (Book Trailers) Secondary 3 (Campaigns) you would like to hang out with your classmates over a game of pool or Foosball? In groups, Assumptionknights produce book As they grow in confidence, Assumptionknights F Stay in school. trailers with the aim of encouraging others learn to become convincing advocates for to read. They write their own scripts and set a variety of issues. Secondary 3 seniors take The Assumption Cabin is a safe haven in turns to raise awareness for their selected the direction for their trailers, making use of school for Assumptionknights to let their hair social campaigns, persuading their peers to Students battling it out in a NERF Gun war Cabin Leaders taking ownership of their duties and the narrative skills and techniques, as well down after a long day of lessons, and to build join them in their cause. meaningful relationships with their peers. responsibilities as articulation strategies taught in class to produce the clips. Upper Secondary Levels (Public Speaking) The Cabin is designed to provide a cosy Programme, which focusses on providing and facilitation skills, so that they may Additional platforms and competitions such ambience for those who just wish to hang support and intervention for identified oversee the general running of the Cabin Secondary 2 (News Clips) as the Inter-class Debate Championships and out after school. There are various games to Assumptionknights through a wide range of and supervise the visiting students to ensure Taking on roles as news anchors and the YMCA Plain English Speaking Awards cater to every student’s preference – Xbox, programmes. proper and fair use. (PESA) allow eloquent students to engage reporters, Assumptionknights continue to Nerf guns, and board games. Each year, a group of students are also The Cabin Leaders also take charge of develop speaking and presentation skills by in intellectual debates with their peers and present their views to a larger audience. All these are part of the GABRIEL identified to take on the role of Cabin planning and running engagement activities, Sec 1 student reporting the news headlines over the writing and producing news clips. (Guiding And Building Resilience through Leaders. They undergo training to equip such as the Nerf War Championship and the PA system Inclusive Education and Leadership) themselves with the necessary management ASE Frisbee Clinic for the student population.

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CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES (CCA): LIFELONG LEARNING PROGRAMME (LLP): Serve to Lead In AES, we believe in harnessing passions and talents, but more Identified student leaders are given AT A GLANCE importantly, we believe in enabling our Assumptionknights to believe DSA (Sports) — Montfortian Way: opportunities to lead their peers in a variety Address in their potential, and to believe that achieving and extending that of programmes and projects. These include: 622 Upper Bukit Timah Road, Nurturing Players in potential is possible. Leading through • Roles in the Class Committee Singapore 678117 • CCA leadership Every Field Mr Benjamin Kwok, AES Principal Serving Others Phone Number • Young Scientist Programme 6572 9100 “Ichi, ni, san, shi! Go, roku, shichi, hachi!” We seek to develop compassionate • Student Council Basketball coaches, Mr Kendy Lee and better guide our athletes to remain focussed Assumptionknights who think beyond Mr Kua Hiong Yong, are experienced beyond short-term wins. School Website themselves and are willing to serve others, Lead to Inspire basketball players themselves and understand www.assumptionenglish.moe.edu.sg especially those who may be in need. At the pinnacle of student leadership Japanese Influence the importance of confidence and strong will in AES, our Assumptionknights become http://gg.gg/judofromjapan through exposure and practice. Learn to Serve School Vision Our patron Saint, St Louis Marie de Montfort, confident leaders, passionate about their Men and Women of Character and Learning, Since 2019, beyond individual training showed humility and compassion for the cause, and thoughtful in their actions in the service of God and Community. - The Montfortian Way. hose are the familiar chants one will hear sessions in the respective CCA areas, the poor and the sick in Dinan, a town in France. school has established mental skills coaching How to get there along the corridors of the AES Dojo, where Inspired by his desire to help others, our the Judokas count in Japanese for their arrangement from distinguished Sport and Nearest MRT Station T Psychology coach, Mr Hansen Bay. Mr Bay school’s Lifelong Learning Programme (LLP) warm-ups and cool-down exercises. Through the workshop, I learnt Cashew serves as the Assistant Director for Coaching is titled the ‘DINAN’ Leadership Programme. how to lead people and I could Bus Services CCAs are an integral part of a vibrant school Development at the Singapore Sport Through Values in Action projects and link it to how our teachers feel 67, 75, 170, 171, 176, 178, 184, 961, 963, 970 life at Assumption English School, and Judo is Institute (SSI). initiatives, Assumptionknights are one of the three DSA Sports identified in our encouraged to follow in Montfort’s footsteps when they teach in class. I am With the coaching strategies shared by Mr to contribute actively towards the school and Distinctive Programmes school, alongside Basketball and Football. glad to be part of the process Applied Learning Programme: Bay, the adult facilitators are empowered to the local community. of planning and leading As a form of martial art, Judo instils a sense AES Basketball: http://gg.gg/aesbball SPeak English with grace and Knowledge of self-discipline and respect for others. As a participants in the Amazing (SPEAK). sport, it sharpens reflexes, promotes better Race during the Learning Learning for Life Programme: When we learn how to focus on the process instead of Those whom the world body coordination and concentration. Festival. ‘DINAN’ Leadership Programme the outcome, we focus on what we can control instead of rejects must move you the - Serving the Last, the Lost, and the Least Our Football coach, Mr Phillippe Aw, is a what we can’t. That is how we build resilience. most. Ng Peng Yu, Owen (bottom right), recognised Football Association of Singapore Sec 2 young scientist (2019) Subjects Offered (FAS) Coach and presently the Coach of the Hansen Bay, Coach Developer, Sport & Psychology coach Additional Mathematics, Art, Biology, National Under-15 Football Team. Chemistry, Chinese, Computer Applications, Design & Technology, Elements Of Business Skills, English, Food & Nutrition, Geography, Higher Chinese, Humanities (Social Studies, Geography), Humanities (Social Studies, History), Literature in English, Malay, Mathematics, Physics, Science (Chemistry, Biology), Science (Physics, Chemistry)

CCAs Physical Sports: Basketball, Floorball, Football, Judo, Softball Assumptionknights learning to extend care and assistance to those in need Uniformed Groups: Girl Guides, NCC (Sea), NPCC, Red Cross Youth AES Judo: http://gg.gg/aesjudo AES Football: http://gg.gg/aesfootball Visual and Performing Arts: DID YOU KNOW: Band - Concert, Choir, Dance Ensemble CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: Clubs and Societies: 34 Countries, Green Club, English Language Drama and Wild, Wild Wet in the West 7 Local Institutions, Debate Society reat navigators like Sir Christopher adventure through active participation in recognised and endorsed by the Singapore Columbus and Admiral Cheng Ho water-based activities. Canoe Federation and NCC Headquarters. 1 Mission share a common passion with AES ssumption English School is part of a G Besides participating in Navy traditions AES NCC (Sea) celebrates the Spirit of NCC (Sea) cadets – the Spirit of Exploration! larger network of the Gabrielite schools and ceremonial activities, our cadets Exploration and strives to nurture this in 34 countries and 5 continents. Our There are only 17 NCC (Sea) units in A embrace the fun and challenges of water- brave spirit in every student cadet because affiliated schools include Montfort schools, Singapore. Being one of the privileged few based activities such as kayaking, rowing, without exploration, there can be no St. Gabriel’s schools and Catholic Junior College. units on the island, our cadets take the sailing and diving. They also undergo basic discovery of the new! “Sea” in NCC (Sea) to a whole new level of training to attain certifications and badges, Our school was founded in 1953 by the Montfort Brothers of St. Gabriel. We started out as a boys’ school providing for boys in need. Today we remain committed in our mission to develop Men and Women of Character and Learning, responsible towards self, and empathetic towards others. Through the Montfortian Education, we are constantly reminded to care for and to serve the Developing Men and Women of Character lost, the least and the marginalised in our society. and Learning since 1953 Cadets preparing their boats for sailing Sec 1 Cadets attending 1 Star Kayaking Course 8 9 ASSUMPTION PATHWAY SCHOOL www.aps.edu.sg ASSUMPTION PATHWAY SCHOOL www.aps.edu.sg

Team Games during iSTAY Learning how to serve food as part of communal living 9 1

CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME: 0 2 iSTAY in School to cultivate Good Behaviour and Discipline ories PS has its own residential facilities of having good habits and discipline, daily washing their own dishes after meals, and located within the school premises. routines, self-management as well as social ironing their uniforms. Each student gets to go through a awareness. A Parents are happy that their children pick up 2-week iSTAY Programme at this residential facility every year. This provides students Students will stay overnight in the school good habits and continue with good daily with the opportunity to learn personal and for the week. They are also required to carry routines at home after going through the desired social habits through communal out daily living routines on their own such as iSTAY programme. living. Students will learn the importance making their own beds, tidying their room,

CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME: Take Up A Challenge and Realise Your Dream PS students are given opportunities to to dream big and the perseverance to realise photography trips, inter-school baking Achieving Personal Success discover their potential, develop new these dreams. competitions, and meal preparation and skills and realise their dreams through haircutting projects at homes for the elderly. A The Income OrangeAid APS Challenge will VOCATIONAL TRAINING PROGRAMME: the Income OrangeAid APS Challenge, a The Year 3 and 4 students shared how happy signature APS programme funded by Income take students through adventure and sports they were in being able to contribute back Learning Vocational Skills at APS to be Workforce Ready OrangeAid. It is a 10-week programme that activities, performing arts and community to the community using the many vocational aims to inculcate in students the confidence service learning projects, overseas skills learnt at APS. n Assumption Pathway School, staff and stakeholders work closely together It was hard to believe the to prepare all students to stay relevant I achievements I could attain and employable in the technologically advanced world upon graduation. Students today when I first came to APS are provided with Foundation Education 4 years ago in English Language, Mathematics and Follow us on The ART Instagram! Instagram Information & Communication Technology Teo Zhixian APS Graduate (2018) in Years 1 and 2. In Year 2, all of them will take up a Skills Induction Programme of the various vocational courses offered at APS. In Years 3 and 4, students will go for industrial mainly by students. These in-house training They will then choose to specialise in one attachments and experience how vocational platforms provide an authentic working of the following ITE Skills Certification (ISC) skills learnt are put to practical use in the real environment for APS students to put their courses in Years 3 and 4: world. skills into practice. • ISC in Baking Practices APS has its own training restaurant named The Upon graduation, students will be awarded • ISC in Culinary Skills ART (Assumption Restaurant for Training), the ITE Skills Certificate. This certificate gives • ISC in Hospitality Services a baking production kitchen, canteen stall graduates the opportunity to study at the ITE • ISC in Hairdressing and hairdressing salon which are all located or other higher education institutions and • ISC in Facility Services within the school’s compound and operated enables graduates to find a job. Immersion Programme to Kuala Lumpur to perform Dikir Tari at local schools Students during Camping session

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VOCATIONAL TRAINING PROGRAMME: DID YOU KNOW: AT A GLANCE Getting Out of Classrooms, Going into The Industry The ART Porridge Buffet to Warm Your Address earning to be work-ready and work- Heart 30 Cashew Road, resilient is part of the APS experience. Singapore 679697 At Year 2, students go for learning ne would have to wait two L months to secure a seat Phone Number journeys to various industries. They get an 6879 3900 idea of the real work environment for their Ofor the porridge buffet respective industry trades and have a better which is held on every last Friday of the month. The Assumption APS Instagram understanding of what they will be working #assumptionpathway as in the future. Restaurant for Training (The ART) is open to the public on weekdays The ART Instagram during the school term for lunch, All Year 3 and Year 4 students will then #apstheart complete the Industry Experiential tea and dinner (on Fridays). Programme (IEP). They are attached to the Even though The ART is a training School Website school’s various industry partners for 2 weeks www.aps.edu.sg where they apply what they have learnt in restaurant, it strives to provide quality food with good service at school to the real work context. Students School Vision may even extend their attachments with the affordable prices. Students gain practical experience interacting Every student a CARER, Achieving Personal companies during the school holidays and Success. earn an allowance. with customers and are exposed to different types of cuisines. Hands on outside classroom How to get there Nearest MRT Station Cashew FOUNDATION PROGRAMME: Yes, it’s worth the two Bus Services months’ wait. 67, 75, 170, 170A, 171, 176, 178, 184, 598, 961, Year One Special 961C, 963, 970 Ms Rachel Lau Distinctive Programmes Programme, Rice Media Writer Vocational Training Programmes: 5 ITE Skills Certificate (ISC) course and Industry Choosing Your Experiential Programme Own Form Class Character Development Programmes: iSTAY Programme and Income OrangeAid APS he newly minted Year One students Wonderful spread of food for the Porridge Buffet Challenge have a choice of class based enrichment T programmes that are specially curated Subjects Offered and organised for them. The school’s curriculum is designed around 3 DID YOU KNOW: pillars of education which are necessary for At the start of the year, the Year One success at the workplace as well as personal teachers will provide all new Year One Cakes And Pastries That Makes You Smile lives. students information about enrichment Foundation Education: programmes they can opt in for. The students akes and Pastries baked English, Mathematics, Information will then be grouped into classes based with dedication from Communication and Technology (ICT). on the programmes they have selected. The ART. During festive C Character Education: These programmes include specialised art periods, one can purchase pineapple tarts, mooncakes Montfort Development Programme, programmes, martial arts lessons, drama or iSTAY Programme, Income OrangeAid APS acting class and state of the art ICT based and even Christmas fruitcakes. Challenge, Arts Appreciation Programme, Co- programmes. Apart from the freshly baked Curricular Activities (CCA). Specially curated enrichment programmes based on their needs and interest buns and pastries for sale over the deli counter daily, The ART Vocational Education: also has a range of delectable Vocational Training Programme (5 ISC cakes such as Tiramisu, Courses), Skills Induction Programme (SIP), Vocational Elective Modules, Industry DID YOU KNOW: American Cheese Cake and Experiential Programme (IEP). Chocolate Truffle available for Providing Support order. CCAs Students at the APS Baking Physical Sports: Even After Production Kitchen work Football, Floorball, Tchoukball, Sepak Takraw, together to fulfil deadlines Basketball Graduation in order to ensure a constant Visual and Performing Arts: tudents are well supported by the supply of freshly baked items Percussion Band, Dance Club, Art Club and Education and Career Guidance (ECG) for sale at The ART daily. The Malay Dance Club SCentre even after they graduate. Our ECG students also pick up the Clubs and Societies: Centre is run by counsellors and staff trained skills and tenacity to fulfil ad Robotics Club, Publication and AV Crew in career facilitation and counselling skills. The hoc orders and handle large Centre helps connect students and graduates production requirements to potential career pathways by equipping during the festive seasons. them with the necessary information and resources. The ECG counsellor and staff work Education Career Counselling closely with teachers and industry partners workshops and immersion programmes. With such professional guidance, parents and students to plan programmes such as career talks, have a better understanding of the multiple pathways for career progression. APS very own Mooncake

12 13 BOON LAY SECONDARY SCHOOL www.boonlaysec.moe.edu.sg CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: Building Your Foundation, Shaping Your Destiny dramatic transition is taking place at at BLS: CCA leaders ensure students are students’ sense of belonging, commitment BOON LAY BLS. CCA teachers here play a more present and ready for learning. and sense of responsibility to the school is significant role than ever as mentors to further deepened. A CCA teachers also use Character and bring out the greatness in every child. SECONDARY SCHOOL Citizenship Education lessons to foster Through CCAs, pupils will also build on their www.boonlaysec.moe.edu.sg Students find identities in their new family positive interactions, underpinned by the interests, be able to live their passion and through their choice of CCAs instead of school motto “To Love and To Forgive”. even pursue them. For example, if a student the traditional “form class” or “house”. develops interest in sports CCA, they could Morning assemblies are not the same With CCA leaders, school seniors and choose to pursue post-secondary qualifications alumni as mentors to younger students, in sports and exercise sciences.

Moving teachers away from the traditional class-centric system has helped enhance teacher-student relationships. Better able to understand the individual talents and needs of my CCA students, I can better devise a developmental plan for them. It is also encouraging to see my student leaders stepping up to give advice to their juniors on how to manage their studies.

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CCA Mentor The parade of the CCA flags at Aspire and Achieve Day 1 0 2 ories

Malay journalists interviewing Senior Parliamentary Secretary, Muhd Faishal Ibrahim STUDENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME: In BLS, We Discover, Experience & Aspire! hat is it like to have every word scrutinised, to be constantly open Wto criticism? Miss Kuik Shiao-Yin, Members of the CCA Leadership Council pledge to serve as one CCAs help bond many in the school Nominated Member of Parliament, shared I’ve grown much closer to my cadets in NCC now as we have more opportunities for interaction. This also her experiences with a group of students. She gives me a better understanding of issues they face in learning. As the camaraderie in the unit grows talked about being a member of parliament stronger, I noticed an improvement in their attendance too. as well as her concerns about being open to public criticism and losing privacy. Mr Ooi Heng, National Cadet Corps CCA Mentor Afterwards, one student said, “I want to be a voice for the voiceless!” to help them set up an experiment, such as These eager students from Boon Lay LEARNING FOR LIFE PROGRAMME (LLP): powering a fan by heating a Peltier tile with Secondary (BLS) were involved in “Young What’s in the Box? a candle. Parliamentarian”, one of the modules Young Ambassador to Japan. running over three school terms, offered to Future scientists bursting with excitement When conducting the SD module, very lesson at Boon Lay’s Materials Science Weekly experiments culminate in a summary help them explore career options. the students’ enthusiasm made Studio begins with a plain-looking green project, where students propose a useful Cosmetic Science and box. Students become scientists seeking the afternoon an enjoyable one, E product for other people. Some have dreamed Other students were at different venues Perfumery. I’ve learnt the basics to understand the behaviour of materials: up HDB windows that close themselves when although the language and learning new languages, training to be of making cosmetics such as the foundation for technology ranging from rain is detected, and “warning” bathroom culture were foreign for most journalists, exploring electronics and using beeswax to make a lip aerospace aluminium to human body implants. tiles for the elderly that change colour when of them. It’s so meaningful for the floor is wet, and thus slippery. improvising song lyrics and melodies. balm. Now I’ve a better idea of Part of the Student Development Programme, them to be learning beyond the To encourage students to discover their the cosmetics industry! these classes are specially designed for Aspiring young scientists also have syllabus. Secondary 1 and 2 students. passion and work towards their aspirations, opportunities to visit high-tech factories Ms Nazerah, Teacher such as global manufacturer 3M, and the school has in place a Student Development Celisse Lim, National Police Cadet Corps Every lesson is about triggering curiosity in attend workshops conducted by industry (SD) Programme to support these pursuits. students to learn. The joy of exploration Students also have the option to build on their interest in a CCA. For instance, a student can take up professionals. The programme comprises mandatory SD shows on their faces as they explore a dye an introductory module to basketball or soccer even if he’s not in these CCAs at a competitive level. modules such as INSPIRE@BLS, which focus that changes colour when wet and a Peltier They also get to prototype objects such as This will help him discover if he likes the sport. If he does, more advanced lessons are available. on music and the performing arts, nurturing tile that heats up only on one side. toys and stationery, thanks to the studio’s 3D printers. student expression and creativity through In all, the SD programme promises students ample opportunities to take ownership of their By unravelling a mystery every lesson, they Students get a chance to work with industry-grade arts-related modules and experiences. learning journey and gain greater self-awareness. are rewarded with new knowledge necessary materials in their lessons

14 15 BOON LAY SECONDARY SCHOOL BOON LAY SECONDARY SCHOOL www.boonlaysec.moe.edu.sg www.boonlaysec.moe.edu.sg DID YOU KNOW: Boon Lay’s Distinct Family Events, Together We Favourite Lab Bond and We Grow he Material Science Studio appeals to the Here at Boon Lay Secondary, everyone is part Here, teachers also invest time to bond with students as a whole new level of hands- of an extended family where teachers dedicate the students during the annual Movie Day AT A GLANCE on, interactive classes are available their time and effort to support every child in and Games Day, forging fond memories of T Address to them. Sitting in a colourful laboratory the learning of knowledge, skills and values. the times together as a BLS family. 11 Jurong West Street 65, designed in collaboration with Singapore Singapore 648354 Science Centre, students are motivated to propose relevant projects to address real-life Phone Number problems in the community. 6794 0161

Students no longer just craft proposals or How can the items in the box work together? BLS A display of the things that students concocted with the School Website students discover this 3D printers give presentations. In this studio, they can www.boonlaysec.moe.edu.sg use special and exotic materials like shape memory alloys and piezoelectric sensors Many of the projects students propose have real-life application. This School Vision to create solutions. They can also use is reassuring, because it means they understand the value of what An extended family which brings out the Chromebooks, 3D printers and a laser cutter they’re learning. greatness in every child to be a responsible to create 3D-printable products as prototypes and passionate learner and leader. to test their solutions. Kwek Joon Hong, Science Teacher Our Movie Day out to watch Wonder as a family How to get there BLS Movie Day Out. It was a Nearest MRT Station very new experience to be Boon Lay LEARNING FOR LIFE PROGRAMME (LLP): watching a movie together Bus Services INSPIRE@BLS Developing Confidence to Shine as a school like we do with 99,181,192,193,243,242, 257,502,502A our family members, not to Distinctive Programmes tudents passionate to explore the mention that it is also cool to Applied Learning Programme: Performing Arts can take their interest to be in a school that books an Exploring Possibilities with Materials Science Sthrilling new heights in BLS. entire movie theatre to take all Learning for Life Programme: INSPIRE@BLS (Igniting Students’ Passion and the students out for a movie STARS! - Shine through the Arts Interests through Arts-related Experiences) during a school day! Subjects Offered allows students to experience the Performing Additional Mathematics, Art, Chemistry, Teachers and students bond as they pull in one direction Arts through specialised workshops as well Muhd Mafaaz Bin Mohd Nazim, National Civil Chinese / Chinese B, Computer Applications, Defence Cadet Corps as level excursions to arts-related exhibitions Computer Studies, Design and Technology, and performances. BLS Games Day. It was nice when the teachers Elements of Business Skills, English, Food and With an array of workshops available, the joined us in the tug-of-war as it was their way of Nutrition, Food and Consumer, Education, Geography, Higher Chinese, Higher Lower Secondary students are spoilt for bonding with us. Even though some of them were choice: KPop and Hip Hop Dance, Sand Malay, History, Humanities (Social Studies, not mentors of that CCA, they still helped out. Geography), Humanities (Social Studies, Animation, Stop Motion Animation and History), Humanities (Social Studies, Literature Cajon, students struggle to decide on the They really let their hair down to enjoy themselves Follow us on in the game! in English), Literature in English, Mathematics, one workshop they can enrol in each year. Instagram! Malay, Physical Education, Physics, Principles of Students demonstrating a stronger interest Nabanita Bose, St John Brigade Accounts, Science, Science (Physics, Biology), may pursue their journey further. Science (Chemistry, Biology), Science (Physics, With support from the National Arts Council Chemistry), Tamil DID YOU KNOW: and La Salle College of the Arts, these CCAs students get to visit La Salle College for class Physical Sports: immersion. Customised Badminton (Boys), Basketball (Boys), Netball They also get to interact with local performers Learning Studios (Girls) and dancers, gaining insights that help them Uniformed Groups: prepare their own portfolios for admission Flexible and Fun Boys’ Brigade, National Cadet Corps (Land) into arts-related courses in post-secondary (Boys), National Civil Defence Cadet Corps, institutes in the future. Learning Spaces National Police Cadet Corps, St. John’s Students gear up to perform after their LLP modules Ambulance Brigade cribbling their ideas on flip-top whiteboard tables, students feel more Visual and Performing Arts: confident about sharing them with Chinese Orchestra, Choir, Concert Band, S Students scribble their ideas and thoughts on the Drama, Malay Dance DID YOU KNOW: their peers. With rewritable pillars and walls fliptop whiteboard tables to support pair and group presentations, Clubs and Societies: Asia-Europe Foundation (ASEF) Online Collaborations students willingly step out of their comfort Lay’s three “Learning Studios” dedicated to Cyberace, Public Address zone to articulate their views and opinions. the English, Humanities and Mathematics Sharing A Classroom in Cyberspace These innovative fixtures are found in Boon departments. ow’s this for homework: form a Facebook to work on online projects. The projects cover These studios feature designs unique to group with students from countries like topics like food, movies, traditional games and subjects offered by the departments. The HItaly, India and Netherlands; then share photography. They culminate in collaborations I enjoy the lessons as we use English Learning Studio has dark window aspects of your culture with them. such as creating a fusion dish with ingredients computers and social media blinds and interlocking seats that convert from various countries. to collaborate. We also make the learning space into a black box theatre That’s one of the things Boon Lay’s Secondary 2 friends from different countries, for drama lessons. The Humanities and Express and Normal (Academic) students get to Boon Lay students appreciate that their school Mathematics studios have visual cues and which we normally wouldn’t do do for Project Work. is the only one in Singapore participating in seats like bean bags to allow a range of this initiative. A few will even be able to work on our own. collaborative activities. This is possible because Boon Lay is part of the on the projects with their foreign friends in Asia-Europe Classroom Network (AEC-NET), person, either by being sent overseas to meet Elyssa Nur Binte Mohamed Fazli Students get comfortable learning in the Interestingly, the studios are housed in a round which connects schools from both continents them, or hosting them in Singapore. Humanities Studio tower standing next to the parade square.

16 17 BUKIT BATOK SECONDARY SCHOOL www.bukitbatoksec.moe.edu.sg BUKIT BATOK COMMUNITY YOUTH LEADERSHIP (CYL): SECONDARY SCHOOL Leading with Abundance Mentality www.bukitbatoksec.moe.edu.sg outh leader Rachel used her disposition of “Remaining Open to Continuous Being able to be part of Project Mi and contribute back to the YLearning” when she reflected on the community makes me proud as a BBSS youth leader. It is not always challenges faced during the Youth Leadership that we have this chance to help those in need, so I am grateful for the Stretch Programme in 2018. opportunity to lead in Project Mi. Then, a group of 25 Sec 3 student leaders, Rachel Tan Wee Yee, Sec 4 (2019) together with students from Hong Kong Lock Tao Secondary School trekked through the hilly areas of Hong Kong such as the Dragon’s Back Trail (8 km) and Tai Mo Mountain (15km). The annual five-day overseas expedition builds students’ mental and physical resilience, and trains them to be self- disciplined and independent while being supportive of each other as teammates. Youth Leaders like Rachel go on to lead and develop more peers as leaders through BBSSians working interdependently as a team BBSS family contributing back to the community various Values in Action (VIA) opportunities in the school. Another such opportunity is Project Mi: • Teachers guide students from Sec 1 to our student leaders lead student and adult 4 during Form Teacher Guidance (FTG) volunteers in canvassing for, collecting and periods using lesson plans adapted from 9

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such as the Willing Hearts. discover their personal strengths and ories learn to appreciate their peers’ variety of Through this project, ongoing for eight strengths. years, students develop “Listening with Understanding and Empathy”. • Mentoring peers in lower secondary BBSSians - Persisting & thinking interdependently as a team classes and guiding them to assume This coupling of the YL and VIA Programmes leadership roles as they progress to forms the bedrock of the school’s Community CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT: the upper secondary levels. These Youth Leadership (CYL) Programme, supported activities help develop “Thinking and Preparing for Future Challenges BBSS students setting up a tent to stay in for the night by the school in two ways: Communicating with Clarity”. alking along our common corridor, one cannot help but notice the eye- CREATING, IMAGINING AND INNOVATING: Wcatching signboards hanging from the ceiling. Enterprise and Innovation Core (EIC) These hard-to-miss Habits of Mind (HOM) he Enterprise and Innovation Core (EIC) was formed to catalyze growth of the ideation visuals are daily reminders of good learning culture in BBSS and students strongly believe that they have the innate ability to create, habits and thinking dispositions like “Listening Timagine and innovate, transforming problems into favourable outcomes. with Empathy and Understanding” that every student in BBSS practises to prepare himself or The EIC boasts a myriad of uses and its possibilities aplenty, instantaneously bustling with herself for future challenges. life when it is opened for use. Students actively harness the affordances in the EIC for their brainstorming sessions and fund-raising projects. They also have ample opportunities to These HOM dispositions have been integral develop communication skills and self-confidence as they market their artifacts to their peers to student character development in the and even to their teachers. EIC - Transforming problems into opportunities school since 2003. We believe in Activity- Based Learning in which students go through the learning cycle of Taught, Caught and OUR TEACHERS: Practice. The strong belief that the Sowers of Seeds teachers had in me and their Starting with the disposition of “Gathering passion in teaching us made Data Through All Senses”, our Sec 1 students learn to tap on their five senses to observe the for the Future a huge difference to my own school environment as they walk around the confidence and outlook to life school during their HOM lessons. They should Our Habits of Mind posters constantly remind our Our challenging outdoor camp for Sec 3 students nchored on the belief that every child be able to describe these locations vividly to students to be mindful teaches teamwork is unique and has innate abilities to be Dr Aishworiya Ramkumar, alumnus (class developed, our teachers work towards of 2001), Pediatrician @ National university parents or friends who have never been to to “Persist” and “Think Inter-dependently” HOM dispositions are practised every day A BBSS also taught us important developing self-directed learners with an hospital that part of the school before. – in class, at CCA, during Values in Action as they negotiate high-obstacle courses and abundance mentality. lessons in resilience through Sec 2 students hone the disposition of “Take work in teams to reach common goals. (VIA) activities, on overseas trips. They are the school’s motto of constantly reflected upon frequently through platforms In doing so, our BBSSians develop the Responsible Risks” through playing an exciting challenging ourselves to be Graduating cohorts facing the national like reflection logs post-activity, using the dispositions and confidence to face the ever game of Stacko in which they steadily pull out our best - overcoming odds to blocks while still maintaining the balance of examinations would apply the dispositions disposition of “Thinking About Your Thinking”. changing VUCA (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex and Ambiguous) environment. become the best versions of the structure. of “Thinking Flexibly” and “Thinking with Developing HOM dispositions is one of our ourselves Clarity and Precision” to good effect as they key approaches to achieve the school mission Every year, Sec 3 students take on a challenging prepare to demonstrate their learning at the outdoor camp to strengthen their dispositions – Self Directed Learners with Abundance Dr Mark Lim Jian Wei, Alumnus (class of 2004), examinations. Mentality. lead scientist & adjunct lecturer - energy research institute @ NTU 18 19 BUKIT BATOK SECONDARY SCHOOL BUKIT BATOK SECONDARY SCHOOL www.bukitbatoksec.moe.edu.sg www.bukitbatoksec.moe.edu.sg

TALENT DEVELOPMENT: APPLIED LEARNING PROGRAMME (ALP): AT A GLANCE National Cadet Corps Sea (NCC Sea) Sensors, Coding and Problem Solvers! Address eing a sea unit, we leverage on various Cadets are challenged in activities such as their sea missions back to Singapore. In 2018, ave you ever tried to navigate your way 50 Bukit Batok West Ave 8, water activities such as kayaking, the arduous 36km Mini Kayaking Expedition 3 out of 10 cadets selected nationwide for out of a maze? Or fried an egg using a Singapore 658962 Bdragon boating and sailing to build self- (MKE) followed by a gruelling three-day participating in the MSTD from Phuket to Hrobotic arm? Phone Number confidence, physical dexterity, situational 100km Annual Kayaking Expedition (AKE). Singapore were from BBSS. 6566 3121 awareness, teamwork and mental resilience. In the age of robotic innovation where They participate in overseas mountaineering The gratifying experiences have helped the industries and lives are disrupted, many of The goal of every BBSS sea cadet after expeditions to Mt Ophir and International unit attain the Best Unit Competition Gold School Website such possibilities can be actualised through our www.bukitbatoksec.moe.edu.sg experiencing the various training activities and Cadet Exchange Programmes (ICEP) where Award for seven consecutive years (2010- Embedded Electronics programme using robots. 2017). For 2018, BBSS NCC (Sea) achieved events is to leave the unit as the best versions they learn to manage themselves and interact This is part of our Applied Learning Programme School Vision of themselves. We want to develop all of them with cadets from countries like Brunei, Hong a Distinction Award under the new Unit (ALP) in Science, Technology, Engineering and A premier school which provides quality Recognition system of Assessment. into strong leaders with good character. Kong, India, the United Kingdom and the Mathematics (STEM). Create, Imagine & Innovate — BBSS Applied Learning holistic education to every BBSSian. United States of America. To achieve this, our cadets are given Only four other schools besides BBSS have Programme (ALP) Our students learn about the control of How to get there opportunities to challenge themselves and A select few get a chance to participate both NCC Sea and Land units. robotic vehicles through block programming, Through these activities, we hope to cultivate grow from the experience. They take part in in the Midshipman Training Deployment in students the dispositions of “Remaining Nearest MRT Station harnessing the power of sensors to make smart Bukit Batok activities which are designed to push them (MSTD), where they travel with the Republic decisions. They progress to manipulating robotic Open to Continuous Learning” and out of their comfort zone safely. of Singapore Navy Officer Cadets on board arms before synthesising their learning to “Questioning and Problem Posing” which Bus Services come up with solutions to real-world problems would prepare them well for self-directed 66, 66B, 157, 174, 174E, 178, 506, 941, 991 lifelong learning. through our Design Thinking approach. Distinctive Programmes Our robotics interest group supports the Through the ALP, the school enables Applied Learning Programme: broadening and deepening of interests in students to: Developing Proactive Problem-Solvers through Robot Building, Coding & Programming drone technology, coding and LEGO®-based • Connect academic knowledge and skills robotics. At the upper secondary levels, with the real world; Learning for Life Programme: students have the opportunity to collaborate Serving the community through Community • Apply thinking skills and connect Youth Leadership (CYL) with partners such as Infineon Technologies to knowledge across subject disciplines in design solutions for real-life issues, participate authentic settings; and Subjects Offered in engineering competitions, do job shadowing • Grow in motivation as they appreciate Additional Mathematics, Art, Biology, and attend STEM-related polytechnic elective the relevance and value of what they are Chemistry, Chinese, Computer Applications, modules. learning in the academic curriculum. Design and Technology, Exercise and Sports Science, Elements of Business Skills, English, Food and Nutrition, Food and Consumer National Cadet Corps (Sea) — Attained Distinction TALENT DEVELOPMENT (SPORTS): Education, Geography, Humanities (Social Other exciting CCAs include: Studies, Geography), Humanities (Social Studies, History), Higher Chinese, Literature Chinese Orchestra (CO) English Language Drama and Debate Rugby in English, Malay, Malay (Special Programme), Awarded with the 4th Distinction in a row for the SYF Arts Presentation, our students get Society (ELDDS) nter as a boy, leave as a gentleman; Mathematics, Music, Physics, Principles of opportunities to hone their musical skills through performances at notable outdoor venues The ELDDS offers students a wide array of an aspiration for all individuals who Accounts, Science (Physics, Chemistry), Tamil like Gardens by the Bay. They also engage in creative expression of music as they challenge opportunities to develop their dramatic Eundergo 4 years of holistic development themselves to present popular music using traditional instruments in school. and oratorical skills. ELDDS members have with BBSS Red Wings. CCAs written and performed their own scripts Physical Sports: We believe in developing our potential in Air Rifle, Badminton, Basketball (Boys), Cross for both school and public performances, a positive environment while encouraging Country, Rugby (Boys), Softball (Girls) besides collaborating with drama students discipline, commitment, integrity and from other schools at platforms such as the Uniformed Groups: honour, both on and off the pitch. M1 Youth Theatre Festival Workshops at the Boys’ Brigade, Girls’ Brigade, NCC (Land) (Boys), NCC (Sea), NPCC Esplanade. We have been very successful in the National Hustle and heart set us apart Schools Rugby Competitions Bowl Category. Having been absent from the Nationals Visual and Performing Arts: ELDDS members were also involved in the Our ‘B’ Division gentlemen clinched 4th since 2016, the Red Wings’ achievements are Band, Chinese Orchestra, ELDDS, Malay Dance, school’s biennial musical Metamorphosis, placing while our ‘C’ Division emerged indeed momentous breakthroughs in our Modern Dance, Choir in addition to the Singapore Youth Festival champions in 2019. school history. Clubs and Societies: (SYF) and the Singapore Secondary Schools’ Media (Photography & Videography) Club, Chinese Orchestra — nurturing precision and accuracy in harmony Debate Championships (SSSDC). In a Robotics Club, PA Club supportive environment, members learn that TALENT DEVELOPMENT (SPORTS): Malay Dance they can persist together despite obstacles — True to our school motto “Be Our Best”, our dancers are constantly pushing boundaries with whether onstage, in the wings, or in real life. Softball their creativity and determination. This high standard of spirited performance has earned them accolades including clinching the Distinction Award at the Singapore Youth Festival since 2011. edication — As our team motto goes ‘One Team, One Dream’. The players Dtrain and play hard together, laugh and cry together. An individual can only go so far in life alone before they realise they actually need assistance from others and it is important to understand that a team maximises the strengths and brings out the best of each individual. With such dedication, our school team is constantly amongst the top eight in the ELDDS — a home for all whose hearts have been Team Spirit, Dedication, Perseverance and Gratitude Malay Dance — where persistence in pursuit of excellence is developed touched by the beauty of the arts defines this BBSS Softball Team National Schools Softball Competition.

20 21 BUKIT PANJANG GOVERNMENT HIGH SCHOOL www.bpghs.moe.edu.sg BUKIT PANJANG CHARACTER AND CITIZENSHIP EDUCATION: GOVERNMENT HIGH SCHOOL Charting a Path for the Future Leaders www.bpghs.moe.edu.sg Alice: Would you tell me, please, which way I includes for BPians to explore their strengths, The Secondary 4/5 Career Talks and Visits to ought to go from here? arouse their intrinsic motivation, find and Post-Secondary Educational Institutions, as Cat: That depends a good deal on where you develop their passion, and make an informed well as the Advanced Elective Modules and want to get to. decision on post-secondary institutions and Elective Modules continue to allow BPians to Alice: I don’t care where … possible career options suited to them. deepen their understanding of future career Cat: Then it doesn’t matter which way you go. prospects. At every stage of their secondary education, Pians don’t want to stay wandering in BPians get to gain insight of work their future like Alice in Wonderland. experiences. The Secondary 2 Apprenticeship BInstead, they are set to chart their Programme allowed BPians to be mentored own paths for their future. This year, all by professionals from different industries. Secondary 4/5 students embarked on a ride to the future where they explored how university education looks like in IHLs like The Secondary 3 Work Attachment Programme NTU. Thereafter, they penned down a letter has students attached to an industry of their to self, as a reflective piece on setting their choice for at least a week during the June own goals. Through such customisation, vacation. This allows them a glimpse of the our Education and Career Guidance (ECG) day-to-day operations of an industry they are programmes in the school hope to provide interested in and enables them to pick up soft a variety of practical experiences to build skills including communication, collaboration a repertorire of future-ready mindsets. That and problem-solving. Experience being a Radio DJ for a day 9 1 0

BP DAY: 2 Work Hard, Play Harder! ories ll work and no play makes Jack a dull boy. For BPians, a day is specially set Every BPian a Leader Aaside for them to spend time ‘playing’ as a class. BP Day - a day to build class spirit LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME: and embrace the school spirit; and a day when BPians go to school to leave it, just Becoming Leaders of Self Before Others to let their hair down and enjoy bonding together, outside the classroom and school. o be a leader or not to be? That becomes a moot question the moment a student On this day, all BPians can be found Tjoins the BPian family. Every BPian everywhere except school: from mowing undergoes a leadership quest to develop the down pins in a bowling alley; to digging qualities required of a leader. They acquire their heels in the sand for a game of beach the skills to first lead themselves, then the volleyball at Sentosa; or even having a picnic school and subsequently the community. To at the scenic Marina Barrage. lead and serve others is not a choice but a This signature programme provides an privilege entrusted to every BPian. Overcoming fears and obstacles excellent opportunity for class leaders to At Secondary 1, BPians learn to value the Leaders of self before others exercise initiative, trial different ideas, make contribution that every individual can make, responsible decisions and be engaged in and are guided to discover their own strengths ‘play’ beyond the classroom environment. A day of fun under the sun and values so as to decide for themselves the Whichever activities planned will invariably kind of leader they want to be and the impact generate fond memories for every cohort of they want to create. BPians. At the Secondary 2 4D3N Adventure Camp, BPians soar the skies and sail the seas to build As the Class Chairman, I have on the leadership skills they have acquired. to coordinate the whole class Activities include overcoming a rope obstacle experience enables them to practise the value committee to plan BP Day. As course in mid-air, scaling a wall and paddling of respect and responsibility, demonsirate I actively try my best to help a dragon boat. BPians learn to conquer project planning and management skills they their fears and develop the confidence and have learnt and also hone the art of public ensure events for the class resilience to prepare themselves to take speaking by sharing their projects at the run smoothly, I learnt that the on greater leadership roles at the upper school assembly. wellbeing of the class will only secondary level. be achieved if the class leaders As a key aspect of leadership is to model the At Secondary 3, BPians further their way for others, BPians are empowered to are responsible in their work. leadership experience at the Outward Bound initiate projects that promote a cause they That inspires me to become Singapore (OBS) where they journeyed and believe strongly in. By successfully navigating a better leader in my BPian led their peers through challenges. They each checkpoint of their personal leadership Experience. also participated in a Leadership Programme quest, every BPian is groomed first to lead where they collaborate with their peers to themselves before taking on the role of Loh Yun, Sec 4 (2018) complete a service learning project. The leading others. Stepping out of their comfort zone Class bonding through play

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THE BPIAN EXPERIENCE: THE BPIAN EXPERIENCE: AT A GLANCE Ignite the Joy of Sports Enthusiasts Create the Space for Knowledge Enablers Address ith 21 main Co-Curricular Activities This evidently portrays how the BPian school term as BPians cheer for one another lways amazed at how engineers can Curriculum time is set aside for all Sec 2 7 Choa Chu Kang Ave 4, Singapore 689809 to choose from, BPians are indeed Experience never fails to influence and ignite tirelessly and appreciate the efforts put in by instruct robots to complete tasks students in the Applied Science Programme Wspoilt for choice when it comes to the joy of learning for our budding sports their teammates. Awith unerring precision? The BPian (ASP) where they learn how to design an Phone Number pursuing their passion for either Sports, enthusiasts, and to sow the seed of sporting Experience does not stop at co-curricular automated greenhouse system from scratch. 6769 1031 Uniformed Groups, Performing Arts or Clubs passion since their early days as a teenager. programmes, but also looks into enriching and Societies CCAs. the students’ applied learning experiences. School Website Many budding sports enthusiasts step into Another platform for inspiration is the much Sec 1 BPians are introduced to the world of coding www.bpghs.moe.edu.sg BPGHS, and get inspired through the various anticipated annual Sports Carnival in Term 1, and robotics in the Code for Fun Programme, School Vision sporting activities and opportunities they that provides the opportunity for every class where they are progressively trained to design Every BPian a passionate learner, an inspiring partake in to grow their passion in sports. to pit the skills that they learnt during their and develop an electronic gadget to solve leader. Saiyidah Aisyah, our alumna is a great PE lessons against other classes. Through problems in the real world context. example, she started her interest in sports as their games of soccer, volleyball, basketball How to get there a netball player, but later blossomed in the Bent over plants on the rooftop garden, fingers and netball, BPians display their skills, dancing across Arduino programming, BPians Nearest MRT Station sports arena, and became a national rower teamwork, sportsmanship and the BPian Choa Chu Kang representing Singapore. are hard at work. They are not just having spirit. It is always an electrifying end to the Science lessons, but are acting as knowledge Bus Services Cheering for their peers at sports carnival enablers, exploring the five key skills essential 300, 983 for innovation - associating, questioning, observing, experimenting and networking. Distinctive Programmes Arduino Programming Applied Science Programme Art Elective Programme Code for Fun Programme Cross-Cultural Programme Elective Programme in Malay Language in Secondary Schools (EMAS) Internship and Work Attachment Programme Leadership Development Programme Malay Language Elective Programme (MLEP)

Subjects Offered Additional Mathematics, Art, Biology, Chemistry, Chinese, Computer Applications, Racing to success Jumpstart to their passion in sports Design & Technology, Elements of Business Skills, English Language, Food & Nutrition, Food and Consumer Education, Food Studies (N Level), Geography, Higher Art, Higher THE BPIAN EXPERIENCE: Thinking in Action, Drones in Flight Chinese, Higher Malay, History, Humanities (Social Studies, Geography), Humanities (Social Paint an Adventure with Arts Explorers Studies, History), Humanities (Social Studies, Literature in Chinese), Humanities (Social he BPian Experience is a holistic traditional forms? Or transform into orchestra From the Performing Art groups such as the DID YOU KNOW: Studies, Literature in English), Humanities one where BPians get exposure to a and band players displaying your talents with Choir, Dance, Drama and Band, to the more United We Stand (Social Studies, Literature in Malay), Literature Tmyriad of performing arts experience. your musical instruments? Or do you imagine unique Chinese Opera, BPians are treated to in English, Malay, Mathematics, Music, Physical The broad-based curriculum enrichment yourself as seasoned stage performers who a mesmerising show of flair and finesse. o one can remember when the BPian Cheer started. But everyone knows the words Education, Physics, Principles of Accounting, like the Sec 1 EL Drama Workshop develops could transit between characters depicting to it. The BPian Cheer has served as a clarion call over the decades to unite all BPians Science, Science (Chemistry, Biology), Science students’ creative self-expression and rich emotions and actions? Nat key school events, binding their hearts and voices as one for generations to come. (Physics, Chemistry), Social Studies N(T) confidence, teamwork, communication and performance skills, as well as expose Never mind if you do not have the Yo, check it out! (Oi! x 4) All the slay, Oi! CCAs them to the elements of drama. opportunity to deepen your craft in the BP, where’s the heat? If they charge, Oi! Physical Sports: performing arts CCAs, there are always Show that you can rock the beat! We will barge, Oi! QR Code to video Basketball, Fencing, Floorball, Netball, opportunities for you to participate in the of BP Cheer If you love the performing arts, you will be Yeah, BP! So we say, Oi! Volleyball swarmed by CCA choices. Do you wish to Cultural Showcase which provides a platform Choa Chu Kang, Oi! All the way, Oi! Uniformed Groups: become versatile dancers both in modern and for everyone to display their talents. Bukit Panjang, Oi! Yeahhhhhh BP! Girl Guides, NCC (Land), NPCC, Scouts, All the way, Oi! St. John Brigade Visual and Performing Arts: Concert & Military Band, Choir, DID YOU KNOW: Modern Dance, Chinese Drama, Lights, Camera, Action! English Drama, Chinese Orchestra Our Humble Clubs and Societies: BP Com Link, Infocom Club, Beginnings Malay Cultural Society, Science Society, Service Learning Club stablished in 1960, BPGHS was first named “Bukit Panjang Integrated EGovernment High School”. Two different language streams, Chinese and English were run by a single administration with students sharing classrooms and teachers sharing a common room. First School Campus at Jalan Teck Whye in 1960 Versatile dancers in their graceful moves Understanding the craft of Chinese Opera Band members displaying their music talents

24 25 BUKIT VIEW SECONDARY SCHOOL www.bukitviewsec.moe.edu.sg BUKIT VIEW SECONDARY SCHOOL TALENT DEVELOPMENT www.bukitviewsec.moe.edu.sg Put on Your Thinking HATS! o you know that a Singaporean Assistant Professor at the NUS Department of students who show a keen interest and scientist pioneered stem-cell analogues Biological Sciences and a Harvard graduate, leadership potential in environment and Dformation using human blood cells Dr Loh’s interest in Science was sparked while sustainable energy. Identified students also from just a pricked finger? he was a student in Bukit View. undergo the Thinking HATS (High Achieving Dr Jonathan Loh’s research work on the To inspire more students like Dr Loh, the Talent in Science) Programme. The TDP seeks “reprogrammable” cells has earned him school has a Talent Development Programme to deepen and develop students’ passion into national and international accolades. An (TDP) where scholarships are given out to strengths, and to their fullest potential.

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Soh Kai Fong, Sec 2 (2019) Dr Jonathan Loh, recipient of the Singapore Young Scientist Award (2009), MIT Technology Review Innovations under ories Joules Scholar 35 Asia Pacific Award (2012), and happy Bukit View alumnusPhoto Credit: A*STAR

Search-and-rescue robots created by BVSS students! LEARNING FOR LIFE PROGRAMME (LLP): APPLIED LEARNING PROGRAMME (ALP): Drama + History + Literature = Values Doing our Part for the Environment Can drama skills help you to express yourself as the pioneers of Singapore. We also and ‘read’ others better? create opportunities for students to reach magine designing, coding and flying audiences beyond the school. Our Secondary your very own drones; building cars and ur Learning for Life Programme (LLP) Two students have collaborated with the racing them; designing and building a I is entitled “Learning the Arts, Living Singapore Heritage Board and the National smart city. These are some of the things our Othe Values”. All Secondary One and Library Board to showcase plays focused on students do when they undergo the ALP – Two students experience this programme Singapore’s history. the JOULES (Junior OUtstanding Leaders in focusing on the affective domain. Through Energy for Sustainability) Programme. Drama, History and Literature, students learn To support student interests, passion and values and grow in their social and emotional strengths, the Drama Club exists for those who The JOULES Programme is a competencies. are keen to explore drama at a deeper level. multidisciplinary study of the environment that focuses on STEM (Science, Technology, The curriculum is co-designed with Engineering and Mathematics) education. professional artistes. Students acquire This 4-year programme provides students drama techniques such as improvisation and Now I can better put myself in with rich experiences in design thinking, role-play and have a safe outlet to express the shoes of others. coding and programming in relation to the themselves. More importantly, the LLP helps Drone flying is exciting, especially when you’re trying to Taking notes on how to harness the power of light with environment. This marriage of STEM and students deepen their sense of empathy Arulprasath, Sec 3 (2019) the environment is purposeful – we want stabilise the flight! solar panels as they flesh out characters they play such FREEZE FRAME: It’s hard to get teenagers to focus and to grow champions who will lead others in be quiet. However, when students try out “tableaux” – a drama technique that reminds them of the mannequin sustainable development. I enjoyed the JOULES programme as it offered me hands-on activities challenge – they put in the effort This JOULES programme fosters critical and unique experiences not found in textbooks. Hence, I decided to and inventive thinking skills in students to take up computing. STEM-education allows us to learn in a fun and help them solve real-world environmental innovative way through applying our creativity into technology. In the classroom, lessons problems in future smart cities. Lower have come alive and many secondary students learn about power Zane Chua, Sec 4 (2019) students want to do well, even generation and transport by building solar the shy ones. The two most cars; water pollution by programming a water-sensing robot. Upper secondary The JOULES Programme is unique to Bukit View. Through the important things they pick up students take elective modules at the programme, I get to learn subjects like Science, Mathematics, are values they learned from polytechnics to deepen their interests and Geography, and Design and Technology applied to a real-world the characters they play and knowledge in STEM. We are also one of the context. I also had the chance to code the microbit which was an confidence. first few schools to offer Computing as an ‘O’ Level subject. experience I really enjoyed. Mr Muhammad Fadly LLP & Literature Subject Coordinator Siddharthan, Sec 2 (2019) Kaleidoscope - A musical put up by our students to celebrate the school’s 30th anniversary

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FUTURE READY: AT A GLANCE Enabling Learning Address 16 Bukit Batok Street 21, Beyond the Singapore 659633 Classroom Phone Number ne of the first things new Secondary 6566 1990 1 students would notice when they School Website Ostep into Bukit View Secondary are www.bukitviewsec.moe.edu.sg the Chromebooks held by every student. We believe in developing students who take School Vision ownership of their learning, collaborate A dynamic institution that adds value to all effectively with others, and are able to by valuing learners, valuing learning and extend their learning beyond the classroom. learning values. Therefore, one-to-one computing is put in place to facilitate ICT-enriched learning. How to get there We teach others about the importance of caring for the environment Our teachers tap on educational technology Nearest MRT Station to design effective lessons. Technology is POSITIVE EDUCATION: Bukit Batok used not only to promote active, engaged, Bus Services and self-directed learning, but also to enable Helping Students 173, 189 teachers to better track their students’ We want to equip our students to Flourish Distinctive Programmes understanding of concepts taught, and assess Cool aids for interactive learning with the competencies to learning. very student can be responsible for his or Applied Learning Programme: be resilient individuals with Clean Energy and Environmental Technology her own learning, and believe that he or a growth mindset. With the she is capable of success in Bukit View. Learning for Life Programme: As a Google Partner school, all BVSS teachers use Google Classroom tools in their practice to aid E positive school experiences Learning the Arts, Living the Values students in their learning and prepare them for an ever-changing future. We have observed how We have adopted Positive Education that are made possible by 1-to-1 ICT-enabled learning engages students in active and deep learning. to harness the individual strengths and building positive emotions Subjects Offered motivation of students so that they learn Additional Mathematics, Art, Biology, Mr Alexander Chia, HOD Educational Technology and strengthening positive best. Focusing on the well-being of students, Chemistry, Chinese, Computer Applications, Positive Education develops individual plans relationships, our students will Computing, Design and Technology, Design for learners to help them reach their goals. flourish with confidence and Studies, Elements of Business Skills, English, This is a big departure from one-size-fits-all contribute meaningfully to Food and Nutrition, Food and Consumer The JOULES Smart Centre at teaching. society. Education, Geography, Higher Chinese, Higher Bukit View Secondary School Malay, Higher Tamil, History, Humanities is a testament to what can be Positive Education has 6 domains: Positive (Social Studies, Geography), Humanities (Social achieved when community Emotions, Positive Engagement, Positive Miss Ang Bee Lee Studies, History), Humanities (Social Studies, Year Head (Upper Secondary) and industry come together as Relationships, Positive Purpose, Positive Literature in English), Literature in English, one. It is truly wondrous seeing Accomplishment and Positive Health. By Malay, Mathematics, Physics, Principles of grounding our student support programmes many green building products Accounts, Science (Physics, Chemistry), Tamil in these domains, Bukit Viewans are fully and materials coming together QR Code to access BVSS Youtube CCAs engaged and find joy in their learning as Channel in a cohesive manner to create they develop social-emotional competencies Physical Sports: a healthy educational facility to lead resilient, fulfilling and healthy lives. Badminton, Hockey, Track & Field, Table for the next generation. Tennis, Volleyball, Floorball Mr Masagos Zukifli Uniformed Groups: Minister for The Environment and Water Girls’ Brigade, NPCC, NCC (Land) Resources, At The Official Opening of The Joules Visual and Performing Arts: Smart Centre, 22 February 2018 Band - Military, Choir, Dance Club, Drama - English, Media Club Surrounding the ponds and Clubs and Societies: pavilion is an eco-garden Environmental Club, Health and Fitness Club, with small plots of herbs and Infocom Club, Singapore Youth Flying Club butterfly-attracting plants. This brings a slice of biodiversity into the school compound. The JOULES Smart Centre – our clean, green and smart learning lab Mr Heng Chong Yong, HOD Partnership FACILITIES: The Jamming Studio, rarely quiet, and just waiting for Students showcasing their talent at the Singapore Clean, Green and Smart School Design the music to kick in Youth Festival ur school building incorporates many pots of plants in the nearby pavilion, as part create an innovative green space. The Centre SELF DIRECTED STUDENTS eco-green design principles. of the school’s aquaponics project. Both the is also a venue for student collaboration and O eco-garden and the pavilion are used as co-creation, a hub for solutions to questions Where Talent Meets Music Meets Art For example, solar panels on the posed. rooftops can power the entire school building outdoor classrooms. orm a band and students can enjoy a jamming session in-between classes for up to two Our efforts to teach and spread environmental hours in the sound-proof Jamming Studio that comes complete with electric guitars, a on weekends and during the holidays. One To provide a unique learning space inhouse, awareness clinched our school the prestigious keyboard, drums, standing microphones and sound amplifiers. Aspiring musicians are pond in the eco-garden has a solar-powered the school has built the JOULES Smart Centre. F President’s Award for the Environment in also encouraged to work with both their music and art teachers to create their very own filtration system, while the other uses plants The Centre helps to educate students and 2016. CDs! Some of our students’ work have been submitted for competitions and our musicians to absorb waste materials. Water from the guests about the functionalities of green have gone on to showcase their talents at national events! ponds is in turn channelled to nourish small products and how they can be co-deployed to

28 29 CHUA CHU KANG SECONDARY SCHOOL www.chuachukangsec.moe.edu.sg CHUA CHU KANG LEARNING FOR LIFE PROGRAMME (LLP): SECONDARY SCHOOL Leadership with Compassion www.chuachukangsec.moe.edu.sg o lead, one must first learn to serve. At learn that they can be leaders in their own CCKSS, we believe that leaders should right, whatever their position is, in any Tstay humble, act with integrity and have organisation. their heart in the right place. This important understanding will pave the way for them to And it’s not all just ‘head’ knowledge. As develop and be effective leaders beyond the students learn increasingly mature skills – school years. such as the practices of Leading Up, Leading Across, and Leading Down – they get Student Leadership Development is serious opportunities to apply what they have learnt business for us. Our students experience the in various capacities – be it as group leaders for 3Es – Explicit Teaching, Experiential Learning class projects or for self-initiated endeavours and Effective Reflection – and learn what it under the Youth-For-Causes programme, as The annual Student Leaders’ Forum and means to lead. class committee members, leaders in their co- Ideas@Work are two key platforms where curricular activities, National Education (NE) student leaders get together to suggest ideas We follow the steps laid out in The 360 ambassadors or as Prefects. for school improvement, and thereafter Degree Leader by John C. Maxwell. Students present the ideas to the school management. “It is both empowering and enlightening to present our ideas to the Principal and to hear him affirm our ideas, or explain why some ideas can or cannot be implemented. We grow from such exchanges,” says Khin That Htar Nyan of Secondary 3.

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carefully guide students as they put theory 0 into practice. Effective reflection and feedback 2 from their teachers and peers then help to ories consolidate the students’ learning and allow Serve first, then lead Leading self, leading others them to grow in their own leadership journeys.

VALUES-IN-ACTION: Mission: Make a Difference! APPLIED LEARNING PROGRAMME (ALP): very year, the entire CCKSS community – was a meaningful one. Oftentimes, we forget students, teachers, parents – fans out in that the elderly have rich stories to tell; there’s Happy Coding! Edroves around our neighbourhood. Armed a lot we can learn from them,” says Ching Wen ancy a ‘Laundrobot’ that automatically with shopping trolleys, raffia string, and a Ting, who is in Secondary 4 now. Taking time brings in your wash when it rains? How whole lot of zeal, our students, accompanied out to bring cheer to the elderly residents in Fabout a ‘Watch-My-Back’ tee-shirt for by teachers and parent volunteers, go about the home gave our students the opportunity to cyclists to signal a turn? Or a smart pet food collecting old clothes and newspapers from the appreciate the many sacrifices and contributions dispenser for times when you’re overseas? residents to promote recycling and the green of the silver generation. cause. These are some of the ideas our students Secondary 4 and 5 students rolled up their came up with for smart living. At the same time, our students become sleeves and went into the enormous soup Utilising their knowledge of coding learned ambassadors for eco-friendly practices – they kitchen of Willing Hearts and to Food Bank in our Robotics and Automation programme, engage residents on Earth Hour and speak Singapore. Whether they were cutting up our students design prototypes of products earnestly to neighbours about how all of ingredients or cleaning out big ovens, or cutting that could potentially become a reality and us, in our little ways, can reduce our carbon Adding life to our common spaces! and packing bread and pastries for distribution, banish some of our more mundane woes. footprint. This annual school-wide Values-In- the Secondary 4 and 5 students learned how Action activity is one where parents get to join empowered to identify a cause and make a many people work behind the scenes to make Robotics and Automation is our school’s in the fun and bond with their children, while difference to the community. positive contributions to the lives of the less niche. Like it or not, we are on the verge of I feel that Robotics & Automation is a very useful programme to have doing something meaningful. It is also a much This year, in collaboration with the People’s privileged. a whole new world where robots are making anticipated school ‘tradition’. their way beyond industry, military and search in schools. I appreciate better now how automation is so much a part Association, the Secondary 1 students worked Through the four or five years in CCKSS, we and rescue situations into our ordinary, daily of our lives today. At the school level, students learn to care for their artistic magic with plank art. The fruit of hope our students become active citizens with their labour would be proudly displayed at an lives. In an increasingly globalised world, Sujaysharan, Sec 2 (2019) the environment through our annual VIA. At a keen social conscience, learn to look beyond coding will become the new lingua franca for each level and through their CCA, students are open field near Jurong East MRT Station. Jarius themselves, appreciate the many blessings youths. Ting of Secondary 1 has this to say: “I am just around them and pay it forward. Ting Zheng Long, Secondary 2 has this to instill better appreciation of technologies happy to know that our effort brings colour In Chua Chu Kang Secondary School, say: “Robotics & Automation lessons get through authentic learning. Through hands- to our common spaces and smiles on people’s students learn user-friendly tools such as us thinking, and challenge us to be more on opportunities, our students develop as faces.” Arduino which enable them to programme creative and innovative as we think of how critical and inventive thinkers. automation could provide solutions to our Partnering organisations such as the Children’s and customise robots. Arduino is a popular It looks like we have made some good electronics development platform that is easy day-to-day problems. And when our codes Cancer Foundation, the Salvation Army to programme and fun, for just about anyone. don’t work, we learn to troubleshoot and to headway. Hey, who knows, we might just see and Lighthouse School, our Secondary 2 be patient as we seek solutions.” the next Bill Gates in our midst! students helped young children of different Responses from the students who have backgrounds. gone through the Robotics & Automation Our aims are to stimulate interest and programme have been very positive. excitement in STEM-related careers, and Secondary 3 students did their part for the elderly. “Our experience at Lions Befrienders There’s much joy in giving! 30 31 CHUA CHU KANG SECONDARY SCHOOL CHUA CHU KANG SECONDARY SCHOOL www.chuachukangsec.moe.edu.sg www.chuachukangsec.moe.edu.sg

CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: DID YOU KNOW: AT A GLANCE A CCA Buffet Green, Green Address On Wednesdays and Fridays, students make choice with 22 different CCAs – 5 Uniformed their CCA, and volunteer to come back to Everywhere 3 Teck Whye Crescent, a beeline for the canteen, chomp down on Groups, 5 Performing Arts groups, 4 Clubs and train their juniors on a regular basis. Singapore 688845 their lunch, and slip into a dizzying array Societies and 8 Sporting groups, including he first thing that strikes visitors is our And our students naturally do well. 4 out green surroundings. The two school Phone Number of neon jerseys, smart uniforms, colourful Swimming and Wushu. 6765 5228, 6766 4425 costumes and T-shirts emblazoned with loud of our 5 Uniformed Groups in the school Tbuildings sit nestled among numerous slogans, proudly declaring the Co-curricular We believe that CCAs are the best platforms are awarded Gold annually, our boys in the tall and majestic trees, many of which are as for students to taste success, imbibe strong Sepak Takraw and Soccer teams regularly win School Website Activities (CCAs) they each claim. old as the school. The lush trees provide a www.chuachukangsec.moe.edu.sg values and learn life skills. Students also at the National Schools Games at zonal levels, pleasant environment for all to work and play. and even make it to the national stages, our For a moment, the school transforms into remember most fondly the time they spend School Vision a kaleidoscope of colours, with students on their CCAs because very often, it is here Performing Arts CCAs put up a good showing We also have little creatures roaming freely amidst the greenery. The jungle fowl (an Our beautiful school compound! A community of passionate learners and thronging the hallways as they gather at the that they discover more about themselves at the biennial Singapore Youth Festival as compassionate leaders. 22 different activity areas, all ready to kick and form lasting friendships with others. do our Clubs & Societies in their respective occasional visitor to our school grounds) start their training. competitions. crows early in the morning, much to the scurrying across our parade square and As a school, we are a caring community with The alumni connection is also very much alive amusement of our teachers and students. shimmying up the trees. shared values and purpose. Considering our student enrolment of a as seen from how our former students feel a Students break out into smiles and chuckles And, our grounds are sweetly productive As passionate learners, we are self-directed, little over a thousand, students are spoilt for strong sense of belonging to the school and when they hear the playful Asian Koel call, as too! We have in our backyard, mangoes, resilient and have a love of learning. if on cue, right smack in the midst of a lesson, rambutans, cempedak, banana, papayas, As compassionate leaders, we are empathetic, competing with the teacher for the students’ noni fruit and lime – alas, no durians! When humble and act with integrity. Being in St John Brigade has not just equipped me with a good attention. the fruits are in season, students and teachers knowledge of first aid skills. It has also taught me the importance of It is also not uncommon to hear students alike enjoy a hearty feast of mouth-watering How to get there tropical fruits, fresh from our own backyard! discipline. The pride and discipline we have as a unit are definitely squealing in delight when they see a squirrel Nearest MRT Station key to our achievements. Choa Chu Kang SERGEANT ONG MINLI, Sec 4 ( 2019) Bus Services DID YOU KNOW: 75, 67, 75, 170, 170A, 171, 176, 178, 184, 598, 961, 961C, 963, 970 ‘Yes’ to work, ‘Yes’ to play! GT61 – Guess What Distinctive Programmes Applied Learning Programme: It Is? Robotics & Automation for a Better Tomorrow hile GT61 (Read: G-T-Sixty-One) may Learning for Life Programme: sound like some model of a sports car, Student Leadership Wit is not. Ask any student and teacher from CCKSS, and they will gladly tell you GT61 Subjects Offered is an acronym for our classroom protocol. Additional Mathematics, Art, Biology, Chemistry, Chinese, Computer Applications, ‘G’ stands for Getting ready for learning Elements of Business Skills, English, Food and ‘T’ for Taking turns to speak place. It promotes a positive learning Nutrition, Food and Consumer Education, ‘6’ for 6-inch voice to keep noise level down environment, by reminding students to Food Studies, Geography, Higher Chinese, ‘1’ for having 1 conversation at a time be responsible for their own learning and Higher Malay, Higher Tamil, History, Before Aladdin hit the Broadway and theatres, we had our own Aladdin, the Musical! Gravity-defying stunts! being prepared for lessons, as well as to Humanities (Social Studies, Geography), Practised in class, the GT61 protocol show respect and consideration for their Humanities (Social Studies, History), helps set the tone for learning to take teachers and classmates. Humanities (Social Studies, Literature), Malay, CARING COMMUNITY: Mathematics, Music, Physical Education, Physics, Science, Science (Chemistry, Biology), Choreographed to Care Science (Physics, Chemistry), Social Studies, DID YOU KNOW: Tamil tep into the school and you will see learning support, our teachers go the extra students smiling and bowing politely in mile. Size Does (Not) CCAs Sgreeting. Parents and visitors to CCKSS Physical Sports: are often pleasantly surprised by the students’ At the same time, students learn to be Matter Badminton, Basketball, Floorball, Football, courtesy and helpfulness. A positive school grateful. Under a programme run by the id you know that the original site of Netball, Sepak Takraw, Swimming, Wushu tone does not happen by chance. Student Welfare team, students make little Chua Chu Kang Secondary School was Uniformed Groups: gifts and pen their appreciation for the school Girl Guides, NCC (Sea), NPCC, Scouts, St. John Our Student Management team has put in Dnot intended for a secondary school? cleaners, canteen vendors and office staff on According to the first blueprints of the school Brigade place strong support structures such as PCTMs Appreciation Day. (Parent-Child-Teacher Meetings) and monthly drawn some three decades ago, the site was While we started off built for smaller, Visual and Performing Arts: In addition, every year the school receives Students at the heart of all we do meant for St. Margaret’s Primary School, but younger students, we have grown to meet Art Club, Band, Choir, English Drama, level meetings with teachers during which Movement and Dance, Chinese Orchestra discussions centre on the student’s well-being hundreds of write-ups from students was later re-designated for our use. needs of secondary students. In 1999, a new and academic progress. And, it takes every nominating their teachers for the Caring That explains why some of our facilities extension building was constructed (this Clubs and Societies: Community Service Club, Infocomm Club teacher in the school to see each child as his Teacher Award, and one such teacher is Mr seem a little, well, ‘scaled-down’ – things time, the right size) because the school was own and to live the talk. Benjamin Pooi. Mr Benjamin’s students love bursting at its seams. (Animation), Infocomm Club (AVA), Robotics like our school hall, our lower than usual Club him. “Mr Benjamin is our Form Teacher. He canteen stall counters, the wash basins in the This new extension is where the current Teachers here practise classroom protocol guides us, counsels us and at times reprimands GT61 (refer to next page) to reinforce an active students’ toilets and ….erm… toilet bowls – General Office, staff rooms and additional us, but all of us know he genuinely cares for to facilitate use by primary school children. classrooms are situated. The school also went learning stance, conduct Circle Time and 1-to- us, and that makes all the difference,” says 1 dialogues to get to know students’ interests In 1994, the second year the school was in single session that year. So now, we have two CCKSS Yong Jie Hui who graduated last year. Through The and needs, and provide learning support. operation, we had a bumper enrolment of blocks and guess the names of these two 19 Secondary One classes and that meant, Years Individual or small group consultation sessions Our school tone is not a chance result. It takes blocks – The Old Block and The New Block! in the afternoons at study areas are also we needed to make space work with some (Did you guess it? ) every teacher to see each child as his own. It Our teachers go the extra mile creativity. not uncommon and for students who need takes care.

32 33 CLEMENTI TOWN SECONDARY SCHOOL www.clementitownsec.moe.edu.sg CLEMENTI TOWN SECONDARY SCHOOL Project Work has taught me how to ask the how and why www.clementitownsec.moe.edu.sg questions in life instead of taking things at face value. I enjoyed the process, as it was enriching and it pushed my understanding of the world around me to its limits.

Bryan Lim, Sec 2 (2019)

Project Work – brainstorming activity ‘Hit and Cluster’

CLEMENTEEN FAMILY: A Home Away From Home n CTSS, Form Teachers are known as ‘Classparents’. This was a term adopted back Iin the 1990s, and has been used ever since. The idea of ‘Classparents’ conveys how CTSS is a second 9

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Mrs Teresa Chua, Head of Department (English) who has been with the school CTSS Classparents - our anchors for a culture of care ALP – Using microbit to programme the robots since 1994

APPLIED LEARNING PROGRAMME/PROJECT WORK: Thank you CTSS for bringing out the best in me. The teachers and my peers have always pushed me to give my best in all that I do and if it weren’t for their constant support, I would not have reached where I am today. The Future-Ready Clementeens camaraderie cultivated here in CT is something that I know I will never be able to find anywhere else. It makes me feel like I am home. Every event and performance sparked so much joy in me and I will never forget that ontrolling the Star Wars BB8 Sphero future, opening doors to many careers and students also need skills like critical thinking, feeling. Thank you CTSS for such an unforgettable and delightful 4 years. Robot’s movements using an iPad. opportunities. It also teaches problem solving collaboration and communication to be CDesigning interactive art works that and logical thinking. Through weekly lessons, ready for the future. Our school aims to Ashvin R Chundayil, Clementeen of The Year 2019 bloom into a gorgeous array of LED lights our ALP provides each Clementeen with early build these skills explicitly from a young upon sensing an approaching audience. exposure to computer science and coding in age. Hence, in Secondary One, Clementeens interesting and fun-filled ways that ignite embark on interdisciplinary Project Work LEARNING FOR LIFE PROGRAMME/ Fun, imaginative and tapping into teenage their motivation. Students can then go on (PW). It introduces our students to critical STUDENT LEADERSHIP: movie mania, these projects by our lower to offer Computing as an O-level Applied thinking tools, research and statistical skills, secondary students are part of the school’s Subject. ways of working collaboratively with their Aspire with Our Applied Learning Programme (ALP), peers, methods of using new technologies Besides learning logical thinking and to collaborate and how to speak and present Uniformed Groups COmputing to Discover and Empower problem solving through coding, our (CODE). Coding is a key skill for the well. (UGs) t is not just the uniforms and drills. CTSS uses I have always been interested in computing our UGs for the Learning for Life Programme (LLP), Leadership Development through UGs. and programming, but I had no idea where I to start. The school genuinely provides a lot of We tap on the rich and authentic opportunities for me to develop my skills, as well experiences that UGs provide to our as fuel my passion for computing. Competitions students to cultivate leadership traits, Every cadet a leader and learning journeys provide additional develop skills and inculcate values in them. platforms for me to learn and grow. Under the LLP: • Lower secondary students receive broad- Jack Chua Yi Chen, Sec 4 (2019) • All Clementeens go for yearly cohort based leadership development training, ASPIRE camps, where they learn and live anchored in Sean Covey’s “The 7 Habits My boys joined CTSS via Direct out the school values: Adaptability, Self- of Highly Effective Teens”. Through School Admission (DSA), in Digital Applied Learning has taught me many Discipline, Perseverance, Integrity, Respect, this programme, students learn greater the Uniformed Group, Scouts. and Empathy. Each year’s camp is designed discipline and self-leadership. forms of coding. We live in a generation where Scouts provides a wide range to cater to the needs of the level. computers are replacing humans and to program • The UG cadets take the lead in this of activities that sharpen our computers, we need to learn coding. These • For example, the Secondary One programme by sharing during the school youths in terms of leadership sessions have helped me develop coding skills Camp Chrysalis focuses on helping new assemblies how they have applied some and life skills. of “The 7 Habits” in their daily lives. which are essential these days. Clementeens to transit smoothly into secondary school life and build new Mdm Catherine Chan, on her sons Sistia Satya Schvin, Sec 2 (2019) A DAL lesson friendships. Theodore and Thaddeus Chua

34 35 CLEMENTI TOWN SECONDARY SCHOOL CLEMENTI TOWN SECONDARY SCHOOL www.clementitownsec.moe.edu.sg www.clementitownsec.moe.edu.sg

AESTHETICS EDUCATION: My daughter initially AT A GLANCE Values Education Through The Arts faced challenges in social Address interactions. She joined the rama and the arts are powerful vehicles These experiences culminate in a large-scale 10 Clementi Ave 3, for character education and we use biennial school musical, with auditions open Drama team and her teachers, Singapore 129904 peers, seniors and even Drama Dthem very effectively at CTSS. They help to the entire school, and students working as Phone Number the students to develop respect and empathy cast and crew! alumni kept encouraging her. 6777 7362 for others, build confidence in themselves, She won a role in the school The aesthetics groups are also a big and and are also platforms for them to apply musical last December and School Website their teamwork and public speaking skills. vibrant part of the school scene, doing the school proud by achieving six Certificates of I wept as I watched her on www.clementitownsec.moe.edu.sg stage. I have seen such growth The lower secondary Normal Technical Distinction in the Singapore Youth Festival School Vision students participate in a Drama-in-Curriculum (SYF) 2019 Arts Presentations. and maturity in her, and I can To be a Vibrant Community of Learners, with Programme, where they get to perform an never thank CTSS enough! the Heart to Value Every Individual and the adaptation of their chosen texts, enabling Spirit to Serve and to Excel. these texts to come vividly to life. Mother of a child with special needs Staff Bonding through ‘CT Hunter’ How to get there LIFE-LONG LEARNING: Nearest MRT Station Teachers Who Don’t Stop Learning Clementi Bus Services chieving the school vision of creating a Therefore our school places a strong emphasis 14, 105, 106, 147, 156, 165, 166, 173, 175, 184, vibrant community of lifelong learners on staff professional development and 196, 282, 284, 285, 7, 96, 99 Awith the spirit to serve and to excel collaborative learning. A significant amount requires a school team that never stops of time is set aside for staff development Distinctive Programmes learning. We take reference from Thomas including learning journeys to broaden our Applied Learning Programme: Friedman who shared in his book ‘The World horizons, lesson planning and lesson study C.O.D.E. (Computing to Discover and is Flat: A Brief History of the Twenty-first for professional discourses as well as fun- Empower) Century’ that what stayed with him from his filled bonding activities to build team spirit. Learning for Life Programme: schooling days were not the facts that the Leadership Development through Uniformed teachers imparted but the excitement about Groups learning they inspired. Subjects Offered Additional Mathematics, Art, Biology, Taking a step back to observe Chemistry, Chinese, Chinese (Special and think how we can create Programme), Computer Applications, School Musical 2018 ‘Where Did You Go?’ Chinese Dance Computing, Design & Technology, Elements new knowledge and skills of Business Skills, English, Food & Nutrition, to stay relevant in this fast- Geography, Higher Chinese, Higher Malay, changing world is necessary as Higher Tamil, History, Humanities (Social STUDENT DEVELOPMENT: a Teacher. My teaching journey Studies, Geography), Humanities (Social has definitely been enriched Studies, History), Literature in English, Malay, Whatever Their Starting Point, Our Students Grow and Achieve by working with educators Mathematics, Music, Physics, Principles of ur school’s philosophy is that we will pace and style of learning. In recognition of At the lower secondary level, students Accounts, Science (Chemistry, Biology), Science from various collaborative (Physics, Chemistry), Tamil help every student to learn, grow and the effectiveness of our programme, CTSS can take part in programmes such as the platforms such as Networked Oachieve, no matter where their starting was awarded the Lee Hsien Loong Award for Innovation Programme (IvP), organised by Learning Community (NLC) CCAs point is. Innovations in the Normal Course (attained the MOE Gifted Education Branch. The IvP and Subject Chapter, through Physical Sports: in 2009 and renewed in 2015). exposes them to innovation, engineering and reading educational books Badminton, Basketball, Football, Netball, For students in the Normal Course, for design thinking. instance, the school has a strong and We are extremely heartened to see our and attending workshops. The Volleyball, Wushu innovative programme to help cater to their students being recognised for their all-round At the upper secondary level, the school challenge facing us today could Uniformed Groups: excellence, strong leadership qualities and provides the Science in Action Science be a busy schedule in school but Girl Guides, NCC, NPCC, Scouts, St. John Brigade sound values. Mentorship Programme (SiA SMP). This embracing active learning for programme enables selected Secondary life will be an inspiration for us to Visual and Performing Arts: For students who are talented and passionate Three students to work on a year-long project Chinese Dance, English Drama, Guzheng about science, the school also provides many under the mentorship of experts from tertiary better our teaching craft. Three generations of CTSS teachers learning together Ensemble, Indian Dance, Malay Dance, learning opportunities for them to grow. and giving back - Mdm Ang Choon Keow (left) taught institutions. MRS EMMELINE TENG, SENIOR TEACHER Mrs Tan Wenyi (right), who taught Ms Chloe Chan Symphonic Band (centre) Clubs and Societies: Art Club, Multimedia Services, Outdoor When all doors seem to close on me, there was always a teacher who Being able to see and “discover” new ideas about what you are Activities Club would guide me through another door. CTSS is a theatre of dreams studying, cemented by thorough thought processes and skills allow and a place where I made and realised my dreams! students to be better engaged and hence, learn better. I see myself as an enabler of my students’ learning. When we set Lee Jiaying, Sec Five Normal Stream. recipient of The Lee Kuan Yew Award For All-Round Excellence the framework and give students a research question, I try not to (LKY-ARE) 2016 tell students how to arrive at the answer. In this way, we provide opportunities for our students to take ownership of their learning and to find ways and means to solve the problem. In most cases, The school’s ASPIRE values shaped me to persevere in the face there is often more than one way to find the answer to the question. of adversity. I attribute my achievements to hard work and the This augurs well in scientific education because science requires a unflagging belief that my teachers had in me. curiosity and an open-mindedness in order for the development of new methods to answer the questions of Science in the future. Don Sim, recipient of The Lee Kuan Yew Award For All-Round Excellence (LKY-ARE) 2011 SiA SMP 2018 Mrs Rachel Lehming, Subject Head (Science)

36 37 COMMONWEALTH SECONDARY SCHOOL www.commonwealthsec.moe.edu.sg COMMONWEALTH A LIBRARY WHERE IMAGINATION HAS NO BOUNDARIES: SECONDARY SCHOOL Imaginarium: Imagine it. Be it. www.commonwealthsec.moe.edu.sg e someone whom you always wanted to be at our Imaginarium. It’s all about your Bchoice. Snuggle up on a couch in the Living Room with a book, escape into one of The Nooks to mull over your school work or enter the 100 Acre Wood with your friends for another quiet project discussion. The library aims to be a community space for students to learn and discover. Care to share a book? Join our Book Pitch Wordsmiths @ work With a range of activities from Wordsmith (creative writing workshops), Pageturners P.S: Did you know our four study rooms are named in honour of famous book characters? Come (book club) and Book Pitch (book sharing by by the 100 Acre Wood, 12 Grimmauld Place, 221B Baker Street or 890 Fifth Avenue and absorb your favourite teachers, friends or respected the atmosphere of your favourite books! authors), you can be who you want to be for that day, or just for that hour or two. I always leave the session with an even longer to-read list.

Jordan Chan, Sec 1 Pageturner (2019) 9 1 0 2 ories

12 Grimmauld Place - a great hangout for Enjoying quiet moment at the nooks collaborative work

SCHOOL-BASED ELECTIVES: The 8th Discipline: Passion & Future-Readiness Nurturing creativity through unstructured play MAKER EDUCATION AND DESIGN THINKING: ore often than not, pursuing your non- academic interest in secondary school Playing Seriously Mmeans spending time after school to attend enrichment programmes, carry out lways dream of making your own toys more self-directed, hands-on learners who research and get your projects done. or furniture? Imagine seeing your self- are resourceful and resilient. The design space is made remote-controlled aeroplane At Commonwealth Secondary, we value A Our students also learn to be human-centric take off to the skies or repairing your own where the limits of my the importance of giving students the time skateboard. At Commonwealth Secondary, problem solvers through our in-house Design imagination are uncapped and space for exploration and to build 21st this is not “mere” play but the foundation at Thinking curriculum. In these classes, they and let loose. A Dance century competencies so we do what most the heart of nurturing creativity. get to work in teams to identify complex schools wouldn’t: offer upper secondary problems, understand the needs of those Dance Revolution machine or a drum machine? students the option to study an innovation- In our well-resourced Makerspace, students around them, brainstorm ideas, prototype focused elective as their 8th subject. are encouraged to use the power of their and test their innovative solutions. Simple feat with all the imagination to create. Students make toys, support and equipment Our first batch of Secondary 3 students got to These authentic experiences not only bring VR headsets, electric pianos and keychains ready at hand. choose the Design Elective in place of a GCE for the sole purpose of realising their wildest the joy of learning but also motivate the O-level subject in 2018. If design and innovation dreams! In the process, our students become students to learn. is not your cup of tea, you may want to consider Edolphus Hoo, Sec 4 (2019) our Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (S.T.E.M.) Elective which will be made available from 2020.

Space for students to imagine and create Learning 3D printing from our maker coach Our students proudly showing their prototypes Students at the Design Elective Students working on their prototypes which is part of the Design Elective Plenty of Learning Journeys for authentic learning Trial Lesson 38 39 COMMONWEALTH SECONDARY SCHOOL COMMONWEALTH SECONDARY SCHOOL www.commonwealthsec.moe.edu.sg www.commonwealthsec.moe.edu.sg

EXPLORING PASSION, SHOWCASING TALENT: TIMEKEEPING, OUR SHARED RESPONSIBILITY: AT A GLANCE Our Stage for Students to Shine Commonwealth, a noBELL School Address n artist without an audience can never mentoring, formalised training and even professional coaching, giving students the confidence ells were used since the Industrial Age 698 West Coast Road, see beyond the horizon and soar to to step up to the world stage and share their creativity! as shepherds to move people to their Singapore 608784 next task. The time has come for us to Agreater heights. At Commonwealth, B Phone Number progress beyond being just followers. Since students are given the space to explore 6560 6866 their interest and passion in the arts. We 2015, CWSS did away with the school bell understand that creativity cannot happen to enable students to build their own “sixth School Website overnight. Hence, we aim to nurture the sense” of time telling. In its place, we use www.commonwealthsec.moe.edu.sg creative flair in each student through the GPS synchronised clocks to show us when creative spiral process. lessons start and end. This instills a sense School Vision of responsibility in our students as they Every CommonWEALTHIAN a Confident The very first step into the realms of creativity develop important self-management skills. Learner, Imaginative Trailblazer, and is appreciation for the arts hence students are In some cases, students have even become Compassionate Leader exposed to aesthetic performances such as timekeepers for teachers during lessons! With a sense of responsibility and the timekeeper, musicals, plays and recitals. having no bell is not an issue How to get there When the students are ready to imagine Nearest MRT Stations possibilities, they are then given the chance Jurong East, Clementi to showcase their creations and experiment. Bus Services Through this spiral process, students learn to IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE FOR CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: 30, 78, 143, 143M, 176, 201 develop their own ideas, test boundaries, get input from others, and generate new ideas See See A(pply) Distinctive Programmes based on their experiences. Design Thinking, Trailblazer Maker ec 1 students can try out different CCAs for a month before they finally make a choice. Programme, All these take place in a highly supportive A student is going to spend his or her entire secondary school life in a CCA so it is only Environmental Education, Tamil Language environment with informal teacher Student performers at Eclat 2.0, our aesthetic showcase Arts Elective Programme Sright that he or she makes an informed decision before making a commitment. This Elective Programme (TLEP), Design Elective, also means more motivated students during CCA. Most importantly, this provides a more STEM Elective immersive experience for our students and allows them to explore their passions! Subjects Offered EMPOWERED TO BE ENVIRONMENTAL ADVOCATES: Additional Mathematics, Art, Biology, Chemistry, Chinese, Computer Applications, When Nature Calls, CWSS Responds Computing, Design and Technology, Elements hen our students are able to of Business Skills, English, Food and Nutrition, appreciate and make connections Food Studies, Geography, Humanities (Social Studies, Geography), Humanities (Social with the natural world, advocacy W Studies, History), Higher Chinese, Higher and activism emerge as a natural outflow of Malay, Higher Tamil, Literature in English, this love for nature. Literature in Tamil, Malay, Mathematics, To foster the love for nature, Commonwealth Music, Physics, Principles of Accounts, Secondary has created many eco-habitats Science (Chemistry, Biology), Science (Physics, for students to experience authentic out of Chemistry), Tamil classroom learning experiences through their CCAs encounters with the rich biodiversity. Physical Sports: Badminton, Basketball (Boys), Dragon Boat (Boys), Cross Country, Netball, Soccer (Boys) Uniformed Groups: Girl Guides, NCC (Land), NPCC, Scouts, Singapore Red Cross Society Finding Nemo Visual and Performing Arts: Band, Choir, Chinese Dance, Malay Dance, CWSS, A SCHOOL WITH RICH BIODIVERSITY: Indian Dance, English Drama, Urban Nature A Safe Haven for Wildlife (Percussion Band) Clubs and Societies: ancy coming up-close with wildlife Bits and Atoms, Eco Club, New Media Club everyday? Our Eco-habitats offer learning beyond the confines of the classroom FThe eco-habitats we created in our school Caring for our winged visitors Our teachers lead their students out of the are excellent environments to attract a range classroom for a first-hand opportunity to of visitors: reptiles, birds, amphibians and study our school’s Rainforest, Wetland and mammals. To date, sunbirds, monitor lizards, Stream up-close. They are encouraged to ask pink-necked green pigeons, and plantain questions based on their observations, and squirrels have visited us for food and shelter. make connections with what they have learnt. Some of these animals have also chosen to become the permanent residents of the Pink-necked green pigeon with two fledgings nesting In our Environmental Education Programme, at our Stream school. Over the years, students and staff students get to engage in scientific inquiry have undertaken the responsibility to report and research on environmental issues and be any wildlife sighting, especially when the advocates for environmental conservation. Discover more about animal is in distress or needs protection. Join us to make a difference! our Biodiversity Engage in environmental investigative work Enjoying the rich biodiversity of our Wetlands

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Students are given different roles simulating a F&B Chef Dave Yuen guides the students as they prepare the dishes during the Authentic Lunch setting for our half yearly Authentic Lunch LIFE SKILLS: Tackling the Heat and Serving Up a Feast

New order!” The entire kitchen froze The “Authentic Lunch” is served twice yearly 9 for three seconds as the orders were at the Bistro in Crest Secondary School, 1 0 “read out. Action quickly resumed after and Crestans specialising in the Hospitality 2 a swift acknowledgement of “Yes, Chef!” Services ISC are tasked to execute the entire ories by the entire crew. The kitchen was hot, and restaurant operation. The Secondary 4 tensions were high but the entire kitchen students are in charge of welcoming guests, crew was focused on individual tasks and taking orders and serving the customers determined to make this “Authentic Lunch” while the Secondary 3 students prepare a success. and cook the dishes in the training kitchen. This experience gives the students a taste of Crestans rejoice after being crowned Overall Champions for the third year running in the ignITE Skills Challenge! They overcame challenges from various N(A) and N(T) secondary Over at the dining area, the service personnel the hospitality industry and prepares them One of the dishes served was the pan fried salmon school teams in the competition organised by the Institute of Technical Education were smartly decked out in their service for the high expectations of working in a served with green pea puree, garlic chips, potato crumbs uniforms while serving hungry patrons. restaurant in the future. and lemongrass infused cream sauce WHERE N(T) STUDENTS SUCCEED: Beacon of Hope for FACILITIES: Normal Technical Authentic Learning Spaces Students restans are often seen engaged in the workshops, labs and kitchens. In I always tell my students that in order to prepare a dish well, we must e know it takes all sorts to make Caddition, valued industry partners first know how to make it from scratch. It is just like walking. If we did the world — and we make sure our such as Esprit, Giant Hypermarket and not take the first step, we wouldn’t know how far we can go. WCrestans learn and let their unique Shimano have also set up learning spaces strengths and talents shine! With motivation – mock-ups of actual retail spaces – in the Chef Chang Yi Ping, Hospitality Services Teacher and strong support, we know that they can school to bring authentic training closer to certainly succeed. Thus our teachers and staff Crestans. are committed to help empower Crestans to achieve their dreams. Our school uses vocational training integrated with academic subjects to create an exciting platform for N(T) students to excel. For example, Crestans are introduced to Mechanical Design & Automation, Internet of Things Applications, Mobile Web Applications, Culinary & Restaurant Operations and Retail & e-Commerce Taster Modules in lower secondary where they pick up valuable life skills through hands-on activities. In Secondary 3, they specialise in two of the 5 specialised modules on top of preparing Crestans exploring the world of Mechanical Design & Automation through Basic Robotics for their GCE ‘N’ Level examinations. By the end of Secondary 4, the students will not only graduate with a GCE ‘N’ Level certificate, but Education (ITE) Skills Subject Certificate (ISSC) according to their specialisations – putting them will also be awarded the Institute of Technical in good stead as they pursue their next course of education in the ITE of their choice. Learning to code at the Mac Lab as part of the Mobile Web Infusing joy of learning in a Math learning activity Application module 42 43 CREST SECONDARY SCHOOL CREST SECONDARY SCHOOL www.crestsec.edu.sg www.crestsec.edu.sg

OVERSEAS PROGRAMMES: AT A GLANCE A Different Address 561 Jurong East Street 24, Exposure Singapore 609561 I feel grateful for all the restans have the opportunity to go things I have as I have seen overseas for various programmes, such Phone Number 6899 2779 Cas community service learning, cultural first-hand that children in other countries are not as exposure, as well as student exchange. The School Website overseas learning programme is an integral fortunate as I am. www.crestsec.edu.sg part of every Sec 3 Crestan experience. The learning journey not only inculcates values Izzah Athirah Bte Md Yusoff, Sec 3 (2019) School Vision like care and resilience, it is also a way to Empowered to Realise My Dreams. broaden their horizon and see the world. How to get there Nearest MRT Stations Bukit Batok, Jurong East EXPOSE, EXPERIENCE AND EXCEL: Bus Services 98, 98M, 176, 187, 188, 188R, 333, 502, 868, Scaffolding for Success 990 How would you illustrate a literary work? We know that when Crestans choose to step Distinctive Programmes How about making a live dramatised trailer beyond their comfort zones with resilience • Industry Experiental Programme showing how Perseus slew the snake- and determination, they rise to the occasion! • Outdoor Interdisciplinary Learning Student artists had their artworks printed on “Stay Prepared” coasters, driving the message home to 1.44 million households across the island headed Gorgon, Medusa? • Local and Overseas Cultural Immersion To top it off, the win in 2018 is in fact, the Programme REACHING OUT TO COMMUNITIES: n July 2018, our team of 12 Crestans – the fourth time Crest bagged a trophy at the • Values-In-Action Programme only N(T) team there – carried off second NSLF. • School Twinning Programme with High Art That Reaches Iprize with this trailer, at the biggest literary School from the Philippines event for students in Singapore – the National Schools Literature Festival (NSLF). Subjects Offered Beyond Character & Citizenship Education, Our Arts and Events Management Club, who English, Info-Communications Technology, n June this year, Crestans’ artwork would We did it! We did our best but be circulated to 1.44 million households produced the trailer, had been feeling jittery Mathematics, Mother Tongue, Music, I wasn’t sure if we were good nationwide in the form of coasters under about the other competitors whom they Performing Arts, Physical Education, Science, I Visual Arts, Taster Modules on Mechanical, the “Stay Prepared” initiative commissioned imagined to be more proficient in Literature. enough. I guess it was worth all the hard work! Facility, Retail and Hospitality Services for by Temasek Foundation Cares. Furthermore, But the Secondary 1 team impressed the Lower Secondary, ITE Skills Certificate Modules Our Crestans’ creations can be seen on the judges with their acting and enthusiasm for for Upper Secondary walls of the void decks around the Yuhua which they spent weeks rehearsing faithfully. Rizki Naufal, Sec 2 (2018) “King Polydectes” who neighbourhood too. Themes such as ‘Anti- Their hard work paid off when it was assigned Perseus to kill the Gorgon CCAs Love Scam’, ‘Anti-Theft’ and ‘SG-Secure’ announced that they emerged second. Physical Sports: inspire their work, which not only adds colour Athletics, Badminton, Basketball (Boys), to the area, but also educates residents on Basketball (Girls), Floorball, Football Crestans showcasing their artistic talent at the Istana Open House during National Day, in such important messages. collaboration with Wildlife Reserves Uniformed Groups: Boy Scouts, Girl Guides Some of the creative artworks are installed take it further: artistic Crestans have also brought their talents overseas on cultural exchange Visual and Performing Arts: in school, where they help to instil a sense trips, and painted a mural in a school in Batam. Such active collaborations allow our Crestans Arts & Events Management, Dance, Guitar, of pride and belonging in students. But we to express themselves creatively and play their part in making a difference to the community. Pop Band, Visual Arts Clubs and Societies: Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Library, New Media, Service STAFF: INTERNSHIPS: INNOVATIVE APPROACHES: Passionate Crestan Industry Experience Interactive Learning Warriors n Sec 3, Crestans head out for a 4-week rest teachers take effort to design internship programme, known as the lessons that engage the students and he hallmark of a Crest staff member is IIndustry Experiential Programme (IEP), Cgrow their interest in learning. Some of their passion! From teachers to support in various companies across Singapore. our innovative approaches include an Escape Tstaff, every one made a deliberate During their internship, they gain valuable Room for language learning, sales of snacks choice to join the school. ‘Crestan Warriors’ is experience and catch a glimpse of working for Mathematics, and Learning Journeys in indeed an apt name for this staff family. life, thus instilling confidence and self-worth and out of school for various subjects. along the way.

Achievement unlocked three times in a row for our students who worked hard for their dramatised trailer at the NSLF!

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Helping the Pioneer Generation navigate the world of mobile apps Food distribution and outreach with Mr Patrick Tay Teck Guan, Adviser for Boon Lay GRO LEARNING FOR LIFE PROGRAMME (LLP): Learning the Art of Leading through Giving

unearnites are trained in leadership In developing Sec 3s as community youth Another activity our Sec 3 students are 9 principles in order to form leadership leaders, Dunearn works with the South West involved in is the Intergenerational Learning 1 0 Dhabits and attitudes. For the upper Community Development Council (SWCDC) Project. Students are paired with senior 2 levels, according to the programme teacher- and community partners such as REACH citizens in the neighbourhood to serve as ories in-charge, “Our students learn how their Youth Powerhouse. guides to the world of smartphone and efforts can benefit the larger community mobile applications, and assist them to install around them - seeing global leadership After discussions guided by the teachers, and use apps such as the SingHealth Health with a local angle; such as discovering and fronted by student councillors and Sec Buddy app. how local communities can address global 3 CCE leaders, Dunearn `adopted’ a block of concerns or issues like meeting the threat of rental flats. Students, after they have been Constructing calorimeters to count calories deforestation by planting more trees in the trained in interview techniques, conduct a We wanted to give [our Sec 3s] APPLIED LEARNING PROGRAMME (ALP): neighbourhood.” neighbourhood needs survey exercise. They return with reports on what each group a meaningful activity at the ‘Makan’ on Everyone’s Mind! The lower secondary students are involved of residents need, and the classes decide start of the year. We highlighted in supporting our neighbour, the Bukit Batok on how they can help. This year, a food to SWCDC that the hamper- unearnites are strong in the sciences, and In Secondary 2, students look into Arduino and attend Advanced Elective Modules Home for the Aged, with the objective of drive was conducted for the benefit of the giving should be extended to the school is one of the few offering the (open-source code) programming and develop (AEM) at Singapore Polytechnic. bringing happiness by offering a listening neighbouring residents. After initiating a the flats that we are ‘adopting’. subject Chemistry with Biology. When their own food projects. The scientific D ear and providing entertainment through needs analysis to find out what the residents’ We will have a year-long it came to designing the school’s Applied principles mesh well with core academic needs were, the students planned the performances and playing games with programme with them. Learning Programme, the teachers chose knowledge and the communications and the residents. This long-term engagement logistics of how to collect and distribute to focus on a topic that leverages students’ presentation skills mirror our student programme rosters classes on a rotational basis various foodstuffs to the residents. strengths: Food Science and Technology development programmes. to engage the elderly over 6 months in a year. Ms Bai Yi rang, LLP Teacher Food is something all students and their Most importantly, the students really like it parents can relate to, explains Ms Aileen Tan, because in certain sessions, they get to taste HOD Science. Furthermore, there are many what they’ve made! RETHINKING LEARNING: courses and exciting careers in the food, The second tier activities involve smaller chemical as well as pharmaceutical industries, groups, particularly the school’s `Science Flipped Classrooms and Microsites which students can consider embarking on in Ambassadors’, who show greater aptitude unearn’s science teachers have the future. and interest – about 30 to 40 students in total. Future farmers in the making? A learning journey to Kin flipped classrooms – but not in the way that you might think! They issue We get to understand the context [of the lesson] before we get to class. The first tier programme captures Secondary Upper secondary students who show greater Yan Agrotech, Lim Chu Kang Agrotechnology Park D Then in class, we have more time to work on the exercises and try out interest attend industry talks by corporations students reading materials to prepare for 1 students’ attention with lots of hands-on class the following day, and when in class, questions where our teachers can guide us... activities such as marshmallow making and such as Fraser & Neave, where they will discuss the work that its food scientists do, they work through exercises to ensure building a simple calorimeter. students demonstrate their understanding Jerald Giam, Sec 4 of the material. This is popular with students, despite the extra `homework’, as more classroom time can be allocated to You can read microsite information Structure of the ALP Programme applying and clarifying concepts with their anywhere! I’ve seen my friend glued Tier 1 (Sec 1/Sec 2) Tier 2 (Sec 2 onwards) subject teachers. to his phone on the train; ‘I have a • Basic ICT training • Learning journeys Several science teachers run micro-websites test tomorrow,’ he said. • Communication and presentation skills • Industry talks (by Fraser & Neave) with teachers’ notes on them. This approach • Hands-on projects (e.g. marshmallow and • AEM at Singapore Polytechnic is very popular with the students too, as it ice-cream making, calorimeter making, • Science innovation competitions gives them access to all the materials for their JAMIE ONG, Sec 5 energy-bar making) lessons, all the time. Climbing the heights of ALP! Shell STEM Youth • Arduino programming Innovation Challenge 2016 Champions

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AT A GLANCE Address 21 Bukit Batok West Avenue 2, Singapore 659250 Phone Number 6565 3692

School Website www.dunearnsec.moe.edu.sg

School Vision Lifelong Learners, Caring Leaders.

How to get there Nearest MRT Stations Bukit Batok, Bukit Gombak Bus Services Sharp dance moves brighten up all the school’s celebrations 160, 180, 187, 188, 188E, 188R, 197, 868, 945, 947, 985

Distinctive Programmes SCHOOL BUILDING: Applied Learning Programme: Food Science and Technology The Sun Rises On Our New Campus! Learning for Life Programme: o you know that our alumnus, Ms Two beautiful sculptures that were Community Youth Leadership Huang Caijin, was instrumental in the designed and built by our artist alumni design of our spanking new school were carefully preserved during the recent Subjects Offered D Additional Mathematics, Art, Biology building? construction, and proudly reinstated in prominent areas in the school, preserving Chemistry, Chinese, Computer Applications, Design and Technology, Elements of Business In 2018, Dunearn Secondary School moved the continuity of Dunearn’s rich history. to our spacious and upgraded Bukit Batok Skills, English Language, Food and Nutrition, campus, which was thoughtfully designed Our students can now look forward to Humanities (Social Studies, Geography), by Ms Huang, an architect, along with her enjoying spacious classrooms, library and Humanities (Social Studies, History), Literature team of consultants. The site’s purposeful laboratories, a brand new Multi-Purpose in English, Malay, Mathematics, Physics, The diversity and dedication of our dancers make all the difference Our dancers putting it together for a knock-out performance interplay between physical spaces and the Hall for games and performances, Principles of Accounts, Science (Chemistry, natural environment enhances the learning new physical training facilities, varied Biology), Science (Physics, Chemistry) CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES (CCA): experience for our students. and exciting learning spaces, and a CCAs competition-ready Indoor Sports Hall! Dancing Our Way Into Audiences’ Hearts The upgrade retains much of the iconic Physical Sports: elements of the former school building, The campus will serve the needs of our Basketball, Football, Table Tennis r Keith Koh, HOD PE & CCA, laughs He added that other good reasons are that its Other popular CCAs include: such as its distinctive original facade. These 21st century learners in this new era Uniformed Groups: as he repeats himself to say that members are strongly committed and spread • Basketball touchstones of our heritage will serve to of technological innovation and rapid National Cadet Corp, National Police Cadet Mmodern dance is surprisingly popular their love of the activity via word-of-mouth. • Football inspire future generations of Dunearnites. educational development. Corp, St. John Brigade, Scouts in Dunearn Secondary. Last but not least, they take every opportunity • Table Tennis Visual and Performing Arts: The traditional sports, of course, attract to perform for the school, showcasing their • Malay Dance Band (Symphonic), Guzheng Ensemble, the most attention. But modern dance was passion and skills. • Guzheng Ensemble SCHOOL SONG: Modern Dance, Choir one of the most-requested CCAs amongst • Choir Clubs and Societies: students, with a sizeable increase in numbers Our Dunearn English Literary Drama Society, Malay Cultural over recent intakes. Society, AV Multi-media Club, Library Club, The group has had high visibility with a performance for SG50, speech Photography Club, Infocomm Club The current modern dance group is 52 strong, Journey, Captured with 10 boys in the ranks. days and at concerts, and will be competing at SYF. It has consistently been recognised with the SYF award for accomplishment. In Song When asked for his theory about why modern usic teacher Faith Khoo, a long- dance is so popular with students, Mr Koh Mr Keith Koh, Hod Physical Education And Co-Curricular Activities serving member of staff, was tasked quipped that K-Pop is `hot’ with many young to write the new school song when people these days. M the school moved to Bukit Batok in 1993. She recalls that the school incorporated DID YOU KNOW: phrases from various staff members, including the Principal and Vice-Principal of We Shine Bright Our classes are named after the school at that time. The first words of the first verse gemstones. Our school uses ‘As I enter Dunearn’s gates, my heart swells are ‘As I enter…’. The last Like A Diamond gemstones like a metaphor, up with pride and hope…’ was from the verse has ‘…From Dunearn unearn’s school crest includes a that we’re ‘precious’ students. then-VP, Mr Goh Soon Guan. I emerge…’ They trace the diamond, and classes are named Not cringey, really, we’d rather students’ journey. Pearl, Opal and Ruby after precious ‘This is where I work and play’ was from D have it than 4E2, 5N1! another senior teacher. gems to carry on the theme that students are just in need of some polishing to truly Miss Faith Khoo, Music and English teacher for And ‘Endure all pressures, overcome all almost 30 years. shine! Jamie Ong, Sec 5 obstacles’ was from the Principal at the time, Miss Dorothy Tay.

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SECONDARY SCHOOL CARING FOR OUR COMMUNITY: www.fajarsec.moe.edu.sg Trail-blazing for Social Causes JS has the highest number of records in the Singapore Book of Records. We have Fcreated and broken 44 Singapore Records and 1 Guinness Record! Best of all, each record was for a social cause, where we raised funds for the needy or for the elderly as we attempted to set new records. Future generations of FJians can continue to share and care with us as we set even more new records for social causes in contribution Record Breaking - Largest number of Shoes Collected for the Less Fortunate to our community, nation and beyond!

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impact the school, community, nation and ories beyond through our flagship programme - Community Youth Leadership, framed by the 3Es: Educate: encourage FJians to develop a growth mindset and develop their leadership competencies and attitudes to serve; Playing a Game of Jenga with our Elderly Friends SCHOOL-WIDE PROGRAMMES: Encourage: recognise students who have done good deeds and kind acts; and Cultivating Care for Generations My classmates and I modified Empower: provide opportunities for interesting games to make students to initiate, lead, plan and conduct ajar Secondary School’s Inter-Generational By going through the LLP, every FJian will them suitable for elderly programmes to serve the community. Games programme has been a platform graduate from our school, more deeply caring players. I was stationed at the for others, anchored in our FJS school values Fto develop FJians to become leader- Kinect station, a very new idea learners. Every year, our elderly guests step of Responsibility, Integrity, compaSsion, into FJS, all eager to participate in a day of rEsilience, to “RISE” like the sun. to the elderly! I have learnt to Students spending time with the Elderly Literally Inter-Generational Games food and fun with the FJian family! be more patient and supportive See also the Channel NewsAsia – to give them the time to The Inter-Generational Games is the (CNA) social documentary process the information, and culmination of our caring culture, introduced project ‘Back to School’ on the encouragement to try the through our Learning for Life Programme, Intergenerational Bonding @ or LLP, to nurture our students into Caring, appended QR Code! games! Empathic Leaders. Wong Zi Qi, Class of 2017

Our guests having fun at our student-designed game booth Coaching “Uncle” in street hockey Sharing Energy-Saving Tips with the Residents Fund-raising for Singapore Cancer Society 50 51 FAJAR SECONDARY SCHOOL FAJAR SECONDARY SCHOOL www.fajarsec.moe.edu.sg www.fajarsec.moe.edu.sg

APPLYING LEARNING: AT A GLANCE Explore and Address 31 Gangsa Road, Uncover Unusual Singapore 678972 Skills Phone Number 6769 1491 JS seeks for our students to explore and discover their interests, talents and School Website Fhopes in life. We believe our students www.fajarsec.moe.edu.sg will draw out their best to be able to give more passionately, compassionately and School Vision purposefully to others. A Vibrant Community of Learners who Lead and Contribute to Family, Nation and Beyond. We have organised applied lessons on examining the properties of energy and light; How to get there creating useful products by recycling items and The art of making batik prints Nearest MRT/LRT Stations reducing water wastage; making pastries under Bukit Panjang, Bukit Panjang, Petir the watchful eyes of trained chefs; and trying This way, our students get to try out their intellectual, physical and aesthetics talents and Bus Services traditional art forms, like batik-painting. dreams, and have fun! 67, 75, 75A, 170, 171, 176, 177, 178, 180, 180A, Club Sunday with children 920, 922, 960, 961, 961C, 963, 963E, 963R, 970, 972, 972A, 973, 973A, 975, 979 FJS SHOWCASES: SIBLINGS FOR THE COMMUNITY: As a leader, patience is key; Distinctive Programmes Develop & Share Your Talents! Playing and it helps you think better and Applied Learning Programme: helps you execute activities Our Applied Learning Programme (ALP) reams are not enough... FJS enables and showcase what they can do, including Learning as We more effectively. We need to on Sustainability equips our students with facilitates the Talent Development of school and public performances, exhibitions, be responsible as well. The Scientific Thinking and Engineering Design Give Back to knowledge and skills for a sustainable world Dour students in all domains. competitions and workshops. well-being of our juniors is of Learning for Life Programme: Students pursue their interests and abilities For instance, our students in Design & Society utmost importance and we Our Learning for Life Programme (LLP) in greater depth in curriculum lessons, Technology and Art conduct craft workshops Jians serve our community in myriad ensure that their needs are leverages on the ‘Educate-Encourage- CCAs, ALP, LLP and Character & Citizenship annually at the Jurong Regional Library, Bukit ways, passing the care from generation attended to. Empower’ framework to develop caring, Education (CCE). They get to develop Panjang Library and Choa Chu Kang Library. Fto generation. empathic leaders who serve and actively expertise in their talents and competencies, contribute to society with multiple platforms to share and This is what one of our student leaders shared Our FJians reach out to younger children Nur Sarah, Class of 2018 Preparing the lemon peels before extraction about her experience in being a leader at FJS. by planning and conducting meaningful Subjects Offered programmes and camps, and in the process, Additional Mathematics, Art, Art (NA), Art reinforce the value of empathy, respect and (NT), Basic Chinese, Basic Malay, Basic Tamil, resilience. Biology, Chemistry, Chinese, Chinese B, I am thankful for the many Chinese (NA), Computer Applications, Design opportunities to grow as As they forge strong frienships and positive & Technology, Elements of Business Skills, a leader. I learnt useful relationships with them, our students get to English, English (NA), English (NT), Food & skills in the Leadership be “big brothers and sisters”, guiding and Nutrition, Food and Consumer Education, caring for their younger peers! Geography, Higher Tamil, History, Humanities Series workshops, but more (Social Studies, Geography), Humanities (Social importantly, I had opportunities Studies, History), Literature (E), Malay, Malay to apply them, for example in The children have truly B, Malay (NA), Mathematics, Mathematics organising this year’s Student enjoyed the games we (NA), Mathematics (NT), Music (NT), Physical Leaders’ Investiture with fellow planned, and together, we Education, Physics, Principles of Accounts, understood the importance Science, Science (Chemistry, Biology), Science student leaders. (Physics, Chemistry), Social Studies (NT), Tamil, of many essential values like Tamil B, Tamil (NA) respect, communication and Nur Farah Iman, Class of 2018 Please refer to FJS School website for more Extracting essential oil from lemon peels Craft workshop for young children in Jurong Library teamwork. details.

Joyce Leen, Class of 2018 Learning journey at River Safari CCAs THE FJIAN LEADER: Physical Sports: Badminton, Basketball, Netball, Football Stretch Your Potential! Uniformed Groups: e teach our students that “going with the help of the CCA Uniformed Groups Boys’ Brigade, Girls’ Brigade, National Cadet it alone” may not take you as far such as National Civil Defence Cadet Corps, Corps (Land), National Police Cadet Corps, Scouts, National Civil Defence Cadet Corps Was when you are with a team. We National Police Cadet Corps and National encourage each FJian to strengthen his Cadet Corps. Visual and Performing Arts: character and values, cultivate good habits, Arts Society (Choir & Dance), Concert Band, build resilience, but above all, step forward See also the Today newspaper English Drama to lead their team, community and country! article ‘Wallflower who became Clubs and Societies: student council Vice-President Infocomm Club, Library/ Editorial Club How? With varied Outdoor Education among Fajar Sec’s top scorers’ @ activities conducted annually during our appended QR Code cohort camps, as well as when planning for emergencies and threats to our society Children’s Camp - upon completion of the resilience hike at dairy farm Conquering the high elements during sec 2 cohort camp

52 53 FUHUA SECONDARY SCHOOL www.fuhuasec.moe.edu.sg FUHUA PARTNERING WITH STAKEHOLDERS: SECONDARY SCHOOL Perfect Partners www.fuhuasec.moe.edu.sg ou might have seen Fuhuanites out and important role in promoting stronger and about, visiting multinational companies deeper home-school collaboration. The Ylike Caterpillar and embarking on work PSG members share tips with one another attachments at Bloomberg, F1 Night Race and on how to better support their children in Mandarin Oriental Hotel Singapore. Learning their secondary school journey. They also alongside industry partners provides the contribute actively to school programmes students with rich learning experiences and such as the Night Self-Study programme for the discovery of their interests and talents. our graduating students. Fuhuanites have supported ‘Project Love’ the annual project by Jurong Central Zone A PSG EXCO members at a practice for their performance Residents Committee to bring festive cheer to the residents during Chinese New Year When like-minded parents with different talents come together to since its inception. All Fuhuanites contribute serve, our yoke is lighter. We fill in the gap, create the synergy and food items and time to put together hampers find joy in working alongside the teachers to support our children in that are then presented to the residents. their learning!

Our Parent Support Group (PSG) plays an Mdm Priscilla Tan Chairperson of Parents Support Group (PSG)

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Innovate for a Cause 2 o promote joy of learning and to showcasing but also gifting their creative school. Through this event, the students see ories instill in students the joy of giving, products – products which have elements the connectedness and authenticity of their Tthe Aesthetics, Craft and Technology of Design, Food and Nutrition, Art and learning and experience what joy of learning Department has on their calendar, the Music well melded together – to the non- and giving is about. Innovation Day – Caring Cookie Challenge. teaching staff in the school to show their This annual event sees Fuhuanites not only gratitude to these unsung heroes of the Work Experience Programme gave me an insight into the industry I would like to be in after graduating from Fuhua. The attachment programme TALENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME: encouraged me to be a more CSI Fuhua confident and outspoken individual. mannequin lay on the floor with what crimes through science. For two periods each and understand more about moving speeds looked like blood stains around it, and week, they learn how to analyse fingerprints, and braking distances. Forensic Science, in its hand, a wine glass with a lipstick blood samples, blood splatter patterns, Fuhua’s Applied Learning Programme, aims Our students working as interns at A token of love from all of us Gladys Ng Min Yi (4E9, 2016) A Lee Kuan Yew Book Prize Winner 2017 smudge. A game of Cluedo? No, a forensic impacts of car crash, shoe print impressions, to develop critical and creative thinkers who Mandarin Oriental Singapore science lesson at Fuhua. handwriting and fabrics. They even get to are able to apply scientific knowledge in the programme lie detectors and burglar alarms real world through experiential learning. It Our lower secondary students are trained to using Arduino, an open-source software. To also aims to enhance their communication TALENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME: step into the mind of a forensic scientist to make learning come to life for the students, and collaborative skills to become effective investigate a crime scene. They have to string the school even procured a second-hand contributors to the community. Our Future-Ready Fuhuanites the given pieces of evidence together and bust car for them to explore car crash scenarios ast year saw Fuhuanites sitting at a tea Students are also given specialised in-school chapter along Neil Road and appreciating platforms to hone their talents in order to Lthe art of Chinese tea-making at excel. Pull-out classes are conducted for Chinatown; taking part in financial literacy students who display exceptional talent modules on generating big ideas to tackle in Mathematics and the Sciences under the global food wastage problem with other the Infinity+ and Inspire Programmes schools at a Junior College and strumming respectively which culminate in them either the guitar and composing simple melodies doing a project, putting up a presentation and performing for their friends during or participating in a competition. Other Lunchtunes in school. external platforms are also available to provide opportunities for the students These rich learning experiences, a staple in to nurture their talent. Students are next Our Fuhua investigators at a “crime scene” Fuhua, are designed to provide enriching Students trying out the Financial Literacy board game exposed to the application of their learning learning experiences for the students. The in the real world through partnerships I never knew that teeth marks are unique to every Mother Tongue (MTL) Department organises for the students to emphasise the practical with industries and institutes of higher individual and I’m glad that at school, we are the annual MTL Fortnight to deepen the application of Mathematics in the real- education. Through the Experience, Excel taught how to use such interesting methods to students’ understanding of their cultural world context. The Humanities Department and Expose programmes, our Fuhuanites identify the culprits. heritage through workshops, games partners Hai Sia Seafood in the hosting of are ready for the future. and learning journeys. The Mathematics its Humanities Night where the learning of Our students analysing the blood types of the suspects Nerissa Soh Xian Ning (2I3) Department runs a Financial Literacy module History and Geography comes alive.

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CREATIVE SPACE PLANNING: SPORTSMANSHIP: AT A GLANCE The Third Teacher Tchouk! Stomp! Address o allow Fuhuanites to acquire the necessary competencies to solve the problems of the - which consists of a Studio, a Play area, an 5 Jurong West Street 41, future, besides deploying innovative learning pedagogies in and beyond the classroom Arts appreciation corner, a Digital media Bang! Singapore 649410 Tby the teachers to engage students in active learning, the school leverages the physical room as well as an Exhibition gallery – where Phone Number he victorious shouts at the environment to serve as the third teacher. The Active Learning Laboratory and Applied our Fuhuanites can have a fuller experience 6563 3067 Learning Programme Rooms are specially designed to promote synergy and collaboration to in their pursuit of the visual arts. Tchoukball games, the pulsating stomps from the National Cadet enhance learning. This year, we have added another teaching and learning space, The SPADE T School Website Corps (NCC) free style drills, and the www.fuhuasec.moe.edu.sg explosive bangs from the firing of air pistols - these are the sights and sounds School Vision of the vibrant co-curricular activities Premier School, Serving Community that Fuhua offers. While fostering the students’ talents, these activities also How to get there instill values in them such as teamwork, Nearest MRT Stations sportsmanship, discipline, and diligence. Chinese Garden, Lakeside Come join us in appreciating the Bus Services melodious symphony of fun-packed 49, 98, 99, 157, 180, 185, 187, 198, 334, 335, actions! Our National Cadet Corps Free Drill Style performance 502, 657 Distinctive Programmes Applied Learning Programme: Forensic Science Learning for Life Programme: Leadership Through Service

Subjects Offered Additional Mathematics, Art, Biology, Inside The SPADE at the Art Appreciation Corner where students are exposed to different types of artworks and Inside The SPADE - Digital Media/Exhibition room Chemistry, Chinese Language, Combined discussed about it Humanities (S1, G2), Combined Humanities (S, H3), Combined Humanities (S, L4), Combined Science (C5, P6), Combined Science LEARNING FOR LIFE PROGRAMME: (B7, C5), Computer Applications Design and Technology, Elementary Mathematics, Heart of it All Elements of Business Skills, English Language, English Literature, Food and Nutrition, Food uhua’s Learning for Life (LLP) Programme implementing of Values in Action projects. the Beyond Borders Overseas Experiential and Consumer Education, Food Studies, - Community Youth Leadership aims The use of Design Thinking will imbue in Programme for the Secondary Three students. Geography, Higher Chinese Language, History, Fto develop students’ leadership in and students empathy for the community they The programme aims to heighten students’ Malay Language, Mathematics, Music, Physics, for the community. Students are taught to belong to and the community at large. One cross cultural awareness and global literacy. Principles of Accounts, Science, Social Studies use Design Thinking in their designing and of the highlights of the LLP is definitely CCAs Our shooters aiming at their target Physical Sports: Badminton, Shooting, Table Tennis, Tchoukball Uniformed Groups: National Cadet Corps (Land), National Police Cadet Corps, Red Cross Youth, Sea Scouts Visual and Performing Arts: Art Club, Band, Chinese Dance and Wushu, Chinese Orchestra, Choir, English Drama and Debate Society, Malay Language and Cultural Society Clubs and Societies: Environment Club, Infocomm Club, Robotics Club

The WHALE (Where Happiness and Learning Exist) SCHOOL CULTURE: Having a WHALE of a Time! t Fuhua, we believe that all our students formal chit-chat sessions with form teachers, can and want to thrive. Thus, we place customised weekly Form-Teacher periods Interacting with local school children in Vietnam Aa premium on building resilience in and CCE lessons, level camps and after-school Fuhuanites. Fuhuanites are encouraged to enrichment activities. At “The WHALE” (the The Cambodia trip taught me what compassion truly was. Our group focused on not only helping the embrace positive emotions and relationships school’s after-school engagement centre), local children, but understanding why we needed to. Therefore, I am beginning to open up myself to so that they can leverage these competencies students can hang out and chill with their to turn challenges into opportunities for friends or choose to participate in the help others in need and improve my relationship with my parents. achieving their goals. Platforms used to build activities planned for them. Fuhua is a place 1Social Studies, 2Geography, 3History, 4Literature, positive emotions and relationships include where learning and fun never stop! 5Chemistry, 6Physics , 7Biology Thu Wai Shan (4E1, 2019)

56 57 GREENRIDGE SECONDARY SCHOOL www.greenridgesec.moe.edu.sg GREENRIDGE SECONDARY SCHOOL LEARNING FOR LIFE PROGRAMME (LLP): www.greenridgesec.moe.edu.sg The Arts in Our HeArts Through the Creative Arts Arts impact people. Arts bond people. Carnival, I learnt to be more And Arts grow people. patient when interacting with he Arts is the perfect platform for young children. By teaching youths to learn about different cultures, others, I became more confident Tdevelop mental and physical abilities, in playing the Erhu. and express their real, confident selves to others. This belief frames the Learning for Felicia Lee, Sec 4 (2018) Life Programme (LLP) through the Arts in Greenridge. Through our LLP, Greenridgeans learn new art forms, deepen their skills in the arts and more importantly, share their love Watch our LLP video for the arts with the community. @ appended QR code 9 1 0 2 ories

Creative Arts Carnival - GSS Performing Arts students sharing about the Arts with the community GSS offers DSA in Visual Arts and Chinese Orchestra

CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME: We Create the Waves of Change! hat do we see in the community around us? What positive change would we want to make? WGreenridgeans explore the answers to these questions when they work on designing and implementing their community outreach projects. APPLIED LEARNING PROGRAMME (ALP): They learn to be active citizens who contribute to community goals by working with partners such as SMRT-Hillion, Lions Befrienders and Bo Tien Future-Ready Communicators Welfare Services Society. ver wondered what it is like to be a Our session with world-renowned Somali-British poet, Momtaza Mehri, newscaster or a journalist? How about I realised that even a simple greeting can add cheer was an eye-opening and enriching experience. It’s amazing how Ebeing a public speaker addressing to a person’s day. We are definitely capable of doing hundreds in the audience? poetry can help us express ourselves on issues we care about. so much more. Where we want change to happen, we In Greenridge Secondary School (GSS), our Joycelyn Lee, Sec 2 (2019) have to be there to do something about it. Applied Learning Programme in the English Promoting graciousness with staff of SMRT- Hillion Language and Mother Tongue Languages Muhammad Ammar, Sec 2 (2019) focuses on developing our Greenridgeans to become creative inquirers and effective communicators of the future. In the GSS Debating Team, Be immersed in current affairs and exciting I learn to look language learning through debating, public critically look at speaking, news reporting and creative writing! different issues and present my views persuasively. Watch our ALP video @ appended QR code Isaac Chin, Sec 3 (2019) Sharing the festive spirit of Deepavali at a multi- Spreading joy to residents at the Lions Befrienders Day Appreciating our mothers on their special day with a GSS Debating Team emerged 5th in 2019 Singapore Secondary Schools generation gathering Activity Centre little gift Debating Championships

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FUTURE READY: DID YOU KNOW: AT A GLANCE Classrooms Without Walls My GSS experience has helped Go B.I.G. Address hat exactly is “Classroom without Learning is designed around questions about me to form well thought out ooking for a special place to enjoy the 32 Bukit Panjang Ring Road, Singapore 679938 Walls”, you ask? It refers to the the world that we live in, some closer to opinions about the dynamic Arts? Look no further than GSS B.I.G. Wauthentic learning experiences that home. Where would be the coolest spot in world around me. It has LGallery. Phone Number our Greenridgeans go through in the GSS GSS to set up a new study corner? What makes nurtured my passion for 6760 1052 curriculum. Bangkit market so special to its residents? B.I.G. stands for “Beyond Imagination learning and inspired me to Greenridge”. True to its name, the B.I.G. Through such learning experiences, students School Website And what drives our Greenridgeans’ learning excel. Gallery is home to a range of creative get to examine real-life situations. Look at the different art mediums! Such a masterpiece! www.greenridgesec.moe.edu.sg in these authentic experiences? Inquiry. To be art pieces produced by our very own future-ready, Greenridgeans are equipped Geraldine Chua, Sec 4 (2018) Greenridgeans. With the gallery, students School Vision with skills for critical thinking and this MOE Humanities Scholarship also learn to curate and introduce art works Dynamic Thinkers. Inspiring Leaders. includes research and investigative skills. to visitors. Since its opening in May last year, Contributing Citizens. One Learning the B.I.G. Gallery has welcomed close to 400 Community. visitors from various schools. How to get there Nearest MRT/LRT Station Bangkit View the pictures of the official opening of the B.I.G. Bus Services gallery @ appended QR code 722, 920, 922, 971E, 972 Distinctive Programmes Applied Learning Programme: The Use of Media and Language Learning in Developing Effective Communicators DID YOU KNOW: Learning for Life Programme: Learning for Life Programme through the Greenridgeans Initiate! Arts reenridgeans are very familiar with of Greenridgeans in 2015, Tchoukball is a Tchoukball. But did you know that fast-paced and exciting sport which has Subjects Offered GTchoukball began in the school as a gained great popularity in Greenridge. Additional Mathematics, Art, Biology, Chemistry, student-initiated activity? Started by a group At the supermarket - students doing product research Conducting water quality testing at our very own pond Chinese, Computer Applications, Design & Technology, Elements of Business Skills, English, Our GSS teachers are very Food & Nutrition, Geography, Higher Chinese, supportive and motivating. Humanities (Social Studies, Geography), INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE PROGRAMME: Humanities (Social Studies, History), Literature They enabled me to set in English, Malay, Mathematics, Music, Physics, Crossing Borders, Appreciating Cultures higher aspirations for myself Principles of Accounts, Science (Chemistry, like starting and growing Biology), Science (Physics, Chemistry), Tamil Sawadee! Apa khabar! 我很好，谢谢！ At the end of each overseas learning journey, Greenridgeans organise talks and presentations for their peers in school. These interactive platforms allow them to share their overseas the Tchoukball community CCAs o enable our students to gain a broader observations and insights with fellow schoolmates, enabling them to consolidate their learning in the school. Physical Sports: global perspective and develop cultural and prepare their juniors for future overseas trips. Football, Rugby, Tchoukball, Volleyball sensitivity, Greenridge Secondary School Shri Nessh Muthu, Sec 4 (2018) T Uniformed Groups: provides cultural immersion experiences recipient of Lee Kuan Yew Award for for our students through overseas learning All-Round Excellence 2018 Girl Guides, NCC (Land), NPCC, Scouts journeys and hosting international Visual and Performing Arts: counterparts. Choir, Chinese Orchestra, English Drama, Modern Dance, Symphonic Band Greenridgeans also travel to various countries DID YOU KNOW: Clubs and Societies: in Asia where they visit schools, places of Media Literacy Club, Robotics Club cultural interest and heritage to immerse Where Stars Are themselves in the way of life of the locals in a foreign land. These experiences heighten Born their cultural awareness and sensitise them arning: Students can fall deeply in to the demands of the globalised world they love with Science in GSS. We inject live in. Wa huge dose of curiosity in our students’ DNA as we take them through an inquiry-based, transformational journey in the learning of Science. Sharing our passion for Science Since 2018, four Greenridgeans have received the A*STAR Science Award I enjoy learning Science in (Upper Secondary), in recognition of their outstanding performance and deep passion school because we conduct in Science and Mathematics. The award gives research and experiments. them the opportunity to interact with leading Being in the A*STAR Research scientists in A*STAR research institutes, Exposure Programme further attend Science seminars and participate in broadens my learning. Learning the cultural significance of the drums in Forging friendship through calligraphy hands-on research workshops. Ng Yu Le Evan, Sec 4 (2019) Xi’An, China 2018 A*Star Science Awardee

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HILLGROVE LEARNING FOR LIFE PROGRAMME (LLP): The ABCs of Arts@Hillgrove SECONDARY SCHOOL ArtSquare values and artistic competencies through the public performance for their families and www.hillgrovesec.moe.edu.sg aking inspiration from popular squares arts. All Secondary 1 students are exposed to friends. No music background? No problem, in the world like St Mark’s Square art forms ranging from dance, drama, music, our music lessons provide training and Tin Venice or Federation Square in broadcasting, videography to graphic design. instruments every student can play. Melbourne, Hillgrove ArtSquare is a space In Secondary 2, students get to specialise where our students gather to explore the in two art forms of their choice to further exciting world of creativity and possibilities develop their interest. in the various art forms. It is also a social space for Hillgrovians to interact and share Confident Hillgrovians their experiences in the arts. We believe that the arts is an effective vehicle in building confidence in students. Broad Exposure Thus, Hillgrove provides every student the Our Arts Learning for Life Programme (LLP) opportunity to showcase their artwork, provides opportunities for Hillgrovians to as well as to perform in front of a public experience and appreciate the Arts. More audience. Music Fest is a yearly event in importantly, they are developed in character, which all Secondary 2 students put up a Hillgrove Music Fest - Our signature programme in Arts LLP, where all Secondary 2 students showcase their talents on the stage

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The Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engine on display Presenting our modern dancers The sound of music Students’ art work on exhibition APPLIED LEARNING PROGRAMME (ALP):

Fly Paper Planes in Class? It’s Alright. SUSTAINABLE ENVIRONMENT EDUCATION PROGRAMME: e’re not joking: we encourage flying paper planes in class. Why? Saving Mother Earth Together To let our students acquire real life W “We do not inherit the earth from our A herb garden has been set up and is lovingly knowledge and skills in the field of aerospace engineering! ancestors; we borrow it from our children.” cared for by our Hillgrovians. All Secondary 1 students plan and carry out Values-in-Action Hillgrove’s Flight and Aerospace (F&A) o you know the earth is getting projects related to environment. Applied Learning Programme enthuses them warmer? Do you know that Singapore’s to embark on post-secondary courses and Ddaily mean temperature could rise Hillgrovians are also advocates for sustainable careers in the aerospace industry. Students by 1.4 to 4.6 degrees Celsius by end of 21st living. Annually, the school works with can choose from a suite of F&A related CCAs century due to climate change? grassroots organisations to organise Green@ Hillgrove. Green@Hillgrove – spreading conservation message in such as Youth Flying Club, NCC (Air) and Air As changemakers, Hillgrovians know that the neighbourhood Scouts to pursue their passion in flight and Hillgrovians at Space Centre Houston JAXA Tsukuba Space Centre every small lifestyle change they make can We go into the Bukit Gombak neighbourhood aerospace, too. For instance, students in the make a difference to saving our environment. to collect newspapers, old clothing and Youth Flying Club learn how to construct their e-waste. Besides spreading the conservation pressure, drag and thrust, to make Science Our students have simulated the fiery re- Our students strive towards sustainable own remote control model planes while the living by developing green habits through message, the proceeds from the sale of cadets in NCC (Air) learn to operate drones. and Maths concepts come alive. entry of spacecraft into our atmosphere, our Sustainable Environment Education recyclables go towards two voluntary welfare building a heat shield designed to overcome organisations. And yes, our students particularly enjoy the Interested students can also participate in this challenge. They have studied buoyancy Programme. making of paper planes and challenging Level 1 and 2 Space Camps in collaboration and built hot air balloons that soar high. Our Environment Advocates also host regular one another to see whose plane can fly the with Science Centre Singapore. There, Our students are actively involved in greening Using everyday materials, students enjoy the school and reducing wastage. A beautiful learning journeys for South View Primary furthest. All Secondary 1 and 2 students get they test their ability to cooperate, create turning ordinary PET bottles into amazing vertical green fence was created using recycled School’s Environment Club to promote immersed in weekly aviation-related lessons and apply knowledge in solving space rockets! sustainability. in which they apply concepts such as air engineering problems. plastic bottles. In another corner of the school, a Sharing knowledge with South View Primary School’s mural was designed using recycled bottle caps. Environment Club

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REFLECTIVE LEARNERS: CARE CULTURE: Hillgrove’s Playground - Space AT A GLANCE P + C = S Do you think paper planes can fly Address in space? 10 Bukit Batok Street 52, A Formula of A Singapore 659250 illgrove Secondary School Different Kind students got the answer to Phone Number ur school philosophy is encapsulated in Htheir hypothesis when their 6560 3726 experiment was chosen to be this simple equation, P + C = S (Potential School Website + Character = Success). At Hillgrove, we conducted aboard International O www.hillgrovesec.moe.edu.sg recognise that every child comes to us with Space Station in 2016. Four different strengths and interests. We believe Hillgrove Secondary students had submitted a proposal “The Flying School Vision in their potential and seek to unleash it by Reflective Learners, Caring Changemakers nurturing their character to help them find Paper Plane” to the Japanese success in life. Circle Time Welcoming our new Sec 1 students Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA). Witnessing how paper planes fly in space How to get there Committed to creating a safe and joyful orientation, the new Secondary One students Concert Band plays the national anthem on Nearest MRT Stations learning environment for our students, we The team was selected to witness In case you were wondering – yes, paper planes can Bukit Batok, Bukit Gombak are formally recognised as Hillgrovians at Friday assembly. their experiment being conducted nurture positive relationships in the school. the Induction Ceremony. Form teachers will ‘fly’ in space, with notable differences needed in ‘flight Bus Services A typical day for a Hillgrovian starts with the live at JAXA Tsukuba Space Center control’ systems design. personally put on a collar pin bearing the – a first for Singapore! 176, 985, 945 form teacher having a one-to-one Knowing shape of a paper plane to welcome each and Hillgrove has given me the You session with the student during the every Secondary One student to the school. opportunities to discover Distinctive Programmes morning reading period to understand his or my interests and grow as a Applied Learning Programme: her needs. Once a term, the class will bond Sports boys and girls who represent Broadening our Learning Horizons through leader. over breakfast with their form teacher and Hillgrove at inter-school tournaments are CARING CHANGEMAKERS: Flight and Aerospace classmates during Big Breakfast. presented with their school jerseys by School Learning for Life Programme: Leaders during the Bestowment Ceremony. Wong-Idota Shun Hillgrove Rice Challenge Nurturing Confident and Passionate Key to instilling pride and a positive President, Student Council Uniformed groups take turns to lead the Staff Sergeant, NCC (AIR) n 2016, a group of students initiated the of rice was raised for 120 needy families Hillgrovians through the Arts affiliation are the various rites of passage and morning assembly on Wednesdays while the recognition platforms. To mark the end of “Hillgrove SG51 Challenge – Cycle for residing in Bukit Batok. Since then, the IRice” in conjunction with the National Day school has continued with the tradition Subjects Offered celebrations. Staff and students of Hillgrove of collecting rice for families in need as Additional Mathematics, Art, Biology, Secondary School were encouraged to pledge part of National Day celebrations. Chemistry, Chinese, Computer Applications, 5 kg of rice for every kilometre covered in a Design and Technology, Electronics, Elements EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING PROGRAMME: bicycle race. Through the initiative, 1000 kg of Business Skills, English, Food and Nutrition, Higher Chinese, History, Humanities (Social Studies, Geography), Humanities (Social The World is Our Classroom Studies, History), Literature in English, Malay, illgrove’s Internationalisation Programme Mathematics, Mobile Robotics, (HIP) aims to develop students’ 21st Physics, Principles of Accounts, Science Hcentury competencies of global (Physics, Chemistry) awareness and cross-cultural skills. CCAs The school has established good relationships Physical Sports: with our twinning partners in Japan, China Badminton, Netball, Volleyball, Floorball and Korea and frequent exchanges with them Uniformed Groups: Ready, get set, cycle! Rice collected from students and staff enable our students to appreciate the different Boys’ Brigade, Girls’ Brigade, NPCC, Air Scouts, cultures and broaden their world view. NCC (Air) Visual and Performing Arts: VOICE OF HILLGROVE: Choir, Modern Dance, Malay Dance, Drama Club, Concert Band, Art Club, Media Club Hillgrove Heartbeats Clubs and Societies: Singapore Youth Flying Club, Robotics Club ur student deejays go on air every views confidently before a large audience, the morning at our very own broadcasting students’ oracy skills are honed. In the course Ostation, Hillgrove Heartbeats. Besides of the year, our budding broadcasters also streaming the latest hits, our deejays share get to present skits to commemorate events their personal experiences and report on like Chinese New Year and International school events or issues of the moment. Friendship Day. They are involved in at least www.hillgrovesec. Hillgrove Heartbeats is a student-initiated one hands-on multimedia learning journey moe.edu.sg Caring changemakers in action group under the English Language to record and present a public broadcast Department. By providing students with the during assembly. opportunities to read and articulate their

Scaling the Great Wall of China In addition, Hillgrovians relish the opportunity to make a difference overseas through service learning trips. On such trips, our students refurbish school buildings and teach English and craft in less developed countries. Our students in turn learn gratitude and others-centredness. These varied experiences help our students to understand Singapore’s position in the global context, and deepen their commitment and sense of belonging to Singapore, enhancing their Lesson time at Mutsumi Junior High School pride in being Singaporeans. Good morning, Hillgrove! Deejay for a day

64 65 HUA YI SECONDARY SCHOOL www.huayisec.moe.edu.sg HUA YI APPLIED LEARNING PROGRAMME (ALP): SECONDARY SCHOOL Never Too Old to Makey Makey www.huayisec.moe.edu.sg n line with Hua Yi’s Applied Learning Programme theme “Technology for Active ILiving”, our Secondary Ones embarked on a new journey with Makey Makey this year, and are the first batch to enjoy the use of this award-winning tool. Paired with Scratch Programming, Makey Makey allows them to exercise their creative juices and critical thinking to solve real-life problems using technology. For example, students designed games involving coordination and memory- work in order to help the rehabilitation of stroke patients, and to delay the onset of dementia in elderly. Students created prototypes from interesting items such as

fruit, aluminium foil, play-doh and even gummies in their efforts to contribute to increasing the quality of healthcare through technology.

The Secondary Twos designed wearable 9 products to enhance the lives of the elderly. 1 0

The entire experience was authentic learning 2

at its best, as students interviewed the elderly ories to understand their problems and needs. They then developed prototypes to help the elderly using design thinking techniques. A fashion show was included in the 2019 edition to allow students to showcase their projects in a fun and meaningful manner. At Hua Yi, every day is filled with exciting possibilities Shine Bright like a Diamond! ntering the main gates of Hua Yi and Visitors to Hua Yi would notice the fusion of the modern and traditional in our school, such as HUA YI SPORTS CARNIVAL: into the main building, one would be our iconic bonsai garden set across the vibrant and bustling Hangout@Huayi, where students Learn to Play, Play to Learn Egreeted by a pair of baby stone elephant love to gather after lessons. statues. The baby elephant statues are aptly In similar fashion, Hua Yi students are a unique blend of 21st century thinkers who are grounded Have you tried Dodge Ball, Flipper Ball, Inline and bond through novelty sports and games. named “万象更新” (beginning a new chapter, in values. Our students not only shine brighter than diamonds, but are a cut above the rest! Skating, Surfing and Swimathon? Amidst the play, Hua Yians learn new skills, charting a new direction) and “拔犀擢象” new sports, new games, and even important (cultivating talents, enriching lives), which hese are just a few of the many exciting life lessons! This year, Hua Yians had the represent the desire of Hua Yi to nurture activities that Hua Yians learn to play in opportunity to meet Mr Lim Tong Hai, former each and every Hua Yian to flourish and Tthe school’s annual Sports Carnival. This Singapore national team football player, and blossom, while remaining rooted in our annual event sees students, staff, parents and learnt much from his personal experiences school values of “仁义智群” (Benevolence, alumni all coming together to participate and life stories. Justice, Wisdom and Togetherness), values that all alumni, staff and teachers hold dear. These values remain an integral part of Hua Yi’s strong heritage, and Hua Yians live out these values by developing themselves to be upright, moral and giving individuals who realise their potential in all that they do. The Hua Yi brand of education emphasises the importance of holistic education, recognition of different talents, and giving back to society. Apart from being a school with a long heritage, Hua Yi is also a home where learning is vibrant and students are celebrated. Annual learning festivals ignite the joy of learning as students take time to learn new skills such as t-shirt printing, sushi-making, conversational Japanese and Korean, and also enjoy enriching experiences such as film appreciation of local films and learning from local film directors!

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OUTDOOR EDUCATION: AT A GLANCE “Friends, sun, sand and sea, that sounds like a summer to me.” Address – Unknown 60 Jurong West Street 42, Singapore 649371 ua Yi’s Level Programmes bring the hot sun. Secondary Three students cross Hua Yians into the great outdoors. seas to embark on an overseas learning Phone Number HSecondary One students go through an experience. This year, our Secondary Threes 6563 4568 orientation camp filled with fun activities, travelled to Batam and immersed themselves and facilitated by their seniors. They explore in a cultural exchange with local schools School Website the school, make new friends in the process, there, and helped out at various orphanages. www.huayisec.moe.edu.sg and venture into the wonderful unknown The Secondary Four and Five students School Vision of secondary school life. The Secondary depicted their vision and future by creating Where Learning is Vibrant and Teaching is Twos challenge themselves in their outdoor magnificent sandcastles at East Coast Park. Dynamic. leadership camp, where they overcome Indeed, these Level Programmes are a obstacles in high elements and experience summer of fond memories and strong bonds Hua Yians welcoming the late PM Lee Kuan Yew in 1969 How to get there new activities such as dragon boating under forged! DID YOU KNOW: Nearest MRT Stations Lakeside, Chinese Garden Distinguished Bus Services I am confident that Hua Yi will 49, 98, 98A, 99, 157, 187, 198, 334, 335, 502 Visitors continue to grow and thrive, e are proud to have hosted the late Distinctive Programmes and develop many more ALP: Technology for Active Living Prime Minister Mr Lee Kuan Yew in generations of Hua Yi students LLP: Community Youth Leadership W1969, after Hua Yi was established as to their fullest potential. a Government Chinese Middle School. Subjects Offered 47 years later, in 2016, we hosted Prime Wishes from PM Lee Hsien Loong Additional Mathematics, Art, Biology, Minister, Mr Lee Hsien Loong at our 60th Chemistry, Chinese, Computer Applications, Anniversary Celebrations! The school has Design and Technology, Elements of Business also been visited over the years by numerous give us a platform to share our illustrious Skills, English, Food and Nutrition, Food international delegates from countries such history, heritage and best practices with Studies, Geography, Higher Art, Higher as China, Indonesia and Thailand. These visits others. Chinese, History, Humanities (Social Studies, Geography), Humanities (Social Studies, History), Humanities (Social Studies, Literature in English), Literature in English, Malay, DID YOU KNOW: Mathematics, Physics, Principles of Accounts, Science (Chemistry, Biology), Science (Physics, Distinguished Chemistry) HOLISTIC DEVELOPMENT: Hua Yi’s Got Talent! Alumni CCAs ua Yi has, among its alumni, many who Physical Sports: ndeed! From modern dance to hip-hop, and poetry. Hua Yians were treated to a have distinguished themselves in their Badminton, Basketball, Floorball, Football, from singing to reciting poetry to acting, visual and acoustic feast, enthralled by jaw- Hchosen fields. The following are just Netball, Track & Field, Volleyball IHua Yians excel in every single one! This dropping and heart-stirring performances. some of whom we are proud to call our own: Uniformed Groups: was evident from “Montage” 2018 – a huge They savoured the performances and learnt National Cadet Corps, National Police Cadet production that involved about 400 students about concert etiquette in the process, • Ms Hong Hui Fang, TV personality Corps, Red Cross Youth and staff. “Montage” was an excellent adding yet another dimension to the holistic • Mr Osman Abdullah, Master Teacher Visual and Performing Arts: platform which showcased Hua Yi’s skills and education that they receive at Hua Yi. (Character and Citizenship Education) Aesthetics & Design Club, Concert Band, Dance talents through song, dance, drama, music • Ms Joanne Soo, Mount Everest Climber, Society, Guzheng Ensemble, Hip-Hop Dance, Ms Hong Hui Fang, TV personality (left) receiving Show Choir member of the first all-women Singapore a token of appreciation from our Principal, Ms Team. Sandra Gwee (right) Clubs and Societies: Chinese Cultural Society, English Literary Drama and Debate Society (ELDDS), Info- Comm Club, Innovation & Entrepreneur Club, Nutrition & Food Science Club, Singapore DID YOU KNOW: Youth Flying Club Distinguished Movement ince the movement started in the 1980s, Hua Yi has played its role in promoting Sand sustaining Xinyao, a unique brand of Singapore music. Xinyao appreciation talks and related activities are organised every year for all students, regardless of race or language backgrounds. In 2018, our Secondary Four student Xu Haoran teamed up with alumnus Li Shaojia (who graduated in 2016) and did Hua Yi Schools Xinyao Competition, song-writing proud by clinching 2nd in the National category.

68 69 HWA CHONG INSTITUTION www.hwachong.edu.sg HWA CHONG GLOBAL LEARNING: INSTITUTION Venturing Out, Inviting Collaborations www.hwachong.edu.sg wa Chong believes in maximising every and appreciation of China beyond just projects. Once confirmed, the students work student’s potential and preparing them academic learning. separately but collaboratively across time Hfor life and work in the 21st century. zones and cultural barriers to plan, execute To achieve this, we have built a global Hwa Chong students also have the and synthesise their projects. partnership network in over 20 countries. opportunity to attend classes at one of the best schools in the United States, the Staples This is followed almost a year later, by a The Hwa Chong-Beijing Satellite Campus High School in Westport, Connecticut. visit to Hwa Chong from their American was set up in 2007 – the first of its kind for a Finally, Hwa Chong has had a long standing friends when the bi-national team presents Singapore school. Since then, the school has collaboration with Academy of Science (AoS), their findings to an expert panel. This novel launched more “Winter Campuses” in Xi’an a magnet school in Louden County, Virginia, approach to science learning has been and Guangzhou, amongst others. In addition USA. cited by Nature as one of the world’s most to attending classes, students participate innovative pedagogical practices for training in industrial attachments and community Every year, selected Hwa Chong students scientists of tomorrow. service projects while in China. These meet with their American counterparts there, experiences give our students a perspective to formulate new and exciting research 9 1 0 2 ories

Hwa Chong students with their research project partners at the Academy of Science, Virginia, USA Hwa Chong students at a media class in Westport, Connecticut, USA

SETTING BENCHMARKS: Excellence as a Way of Life

PM Lee Hsien Loong taking a wefie with guests at the Centennial Gala Dinner ince 2006, Hwa Chong students have For the third time in 2017, Hwa Chongians brought pride not just to the school, were in the five-member winning team SCHOOL CULTURE: Sbut to Singapore, winning 52 World representing Singapore at the World Schools Championship titles in various international Debate Championships. Team Singapore HWA CHONGIANS COME HOME to celebrate her 100th BIRTHDAY competitions. bested defending champion Team England to clinch the Gold medal. n 2019, Hwa Chong marked her birthday An annual highlight of the National Inter- in spectacular style, with a Centennial Gala schools Track and Field competition is when In the same year, finalists from over IDinner on Founders’ Day on 21st March, all 3,000 Hwa Chongians turn up to support 25 countries competed in the Taiwan Winners of the Taiwan International Science Fair marking a grand homecoming for more our Track and Field team at the National International Science Fair. Our students, Poon than 12,000 alumni, including alumni from Stadium. The electric atmosphere and strong Wynne Hsing (Year 5, 2016) and Van Dan Thu overseas. The event was graced by Prime school spirit buoyed the team, and propelled (Year 5, 2016), not only clinched first place in Minister Lee Hsien Loong, and featured them to sweep all 4 divisional championship the Medicine and Health category, but also performances by students, parents and staff. titles in 2019! Fireworks also lit up the sky that night, a received the overall Young Scientist Award fitting tribute to a century of excellence in Beyond sports, Hwa Chongians are taught from Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen. to think critically and creatively in the educating Leaders for the Nation. Students, teachers and parents at the Gala Dinner Fireworks light up the night on Founders’ Day To care is a way of life in Hwa Chong. At Humanities and the Sciences. As part of its 100th Anniversary celebrations, the Future Problem Solving Programme the Kuo Chuan Centennial Art Gallery International Conference 2017, two Hwa (KCCAG) project was launched that same evening. Team Singapore at the World School Debates Championships It’s a great privilege to be able to call Hwa Chong my second Chong teams showcased their projects. home. “Painting the Future” clinched the top spot in the Education category with interactive solutions to help autistic children learn more Aaron Koh, Class of 2010, President’s effectively while “Project Eldestein” topped Scholarship, Singapore Armed Forces Overseas Scholarship, University of Pennsylvania the Health category with their project on Spectacular Performances to mark Hwa Chong’s birthday Our Track & Field team raising awareness of bone marrow donations.

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AUTHENTIC LEARNING: AT A GLANCE Solves Real World Problems Address wa Chong has structured our seamless, In Years 3 and 4, students embark on a 661 Bukit Timah Road, broad-based programmes into 3 main sustained and in-depth study of their chosen Singapore 269734 Hstages that lead our students to fly high. specialisation. The Special Programmes Phone Number offered are: In the first two years, students are exposed 6468 3955 to a general curriculum that allows them to • The Science and Mathematics Talent explore various fields of study. School Website Programme aims to nurture students’ www.hci.edu.sg passion for scientific research, innovation and enterprise. This culminates in School Vision Rare is the school with the year-long research project in Empowering our Students to Live with Passion a vibrant and sustained collaboration with research institutions and Lead with Compassion. and renowned universities. research culture to support excellence in teaching and How to get there learning, that recognises Nearest MRT Station Tan Kah Kee and nurtures the infinite Students can turn to our teachers any time for advice Bus Services capacities of the mind to Hwa Chong taking a quanjiafu (or family portrait) to celebrate start of the new year • The Humanities Programme began when 66, 67, 74, 151, 154, 156, 157, 170, 171, 174, achieve, invent and share, VALUES IN ACTION: 852, 961 that educates students to Hwa Chong was chosen as the first school to offer the MOE Humanities Scholarship A Positive Community that Pays It Forward Distinctive Programmes be leaders who will forge a Programme. Under the guidance of better future. MOE Humanities Programme our specialist tutors, our students are t Hwa Chong, we blend academic volunteers and the staff to plan and conduct MOE Art Elective Programme successfully placed in top universities learning with character building and weekly lessons for Primary 1 & 2 students MOE Bicultural Studies Programme PROFESSOR RUTH VINZ around the world. Astudent well-being. in the Learning Support Programme. These MOE Language Elective Programme (Chinese) COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY lessons cover essential skills and concepts, Science and Mathematics Talent Programme Students collaborate to discover new perspectives • The Bilingual Studies Programme started To start the year on the right foot, students and are aligned with their lesson progression in 1990, aims to nurture bilingual and and teachers eat their first “meal” of the in school. Each pair of Primary 1 & 2 students Subjects Offered bicultural leaders. Since 2009, China’s top year together – a ‘Tau Huay’ party. This is an is mentored by 2 - 4 HCI students, and the HCI Additional Mathematics, Art, Biology, three universities – Peking, Tsinghua and important symbolic act reminding everyone students journey with their young charges Chemistry, English, Geography, Higher Fudan – have awarded full scholarships that we are a closely knit community which through the course of the year. Senior Chinese, History, Integrated Mathematics, to Hwa Chong students, even before the values positive relationships and supports students also plan milestone events such as Literature in English, Literature in Chinese, release of the A level results. each other to grow holistically. the annual Festival of Science and learning Malay (Special Programme), Mathematics, In Years 5 and 6, students are actively Beyond school, Hwa Chongians have a journeys to places of interest during the school Music, Physical Education, Physics holidays. This collaboration was mooted in involved in outreach programmes and can longstanding tradition of service to the CCAs initiate research projects in their areas of community. At Westwood Primary, for 2012, and the pioneer batch of students have graduated from the programme in 2018. Physical Sports: specialisation. This prepares them well to be example, our students collaborate with adult Air Rifle / Shooting, Artistic Gymnastics, change-makers and thought-leaders in the Badminton, Basketball, Canoeing/Rowing/ Hwa Chong’s Integrated Programme model Students work with rigour and precision in their areas of new economy. Dragon Boat, Cross Country, Fencing, Judo, specialisation DID YOU KNOW: Softball, Table Tennis, Tennis, Track & Field, Volleyball, Water Polo, Wushu Hwa Chong’s Mega Uniformed Groups: COLLABORATIVE MINDSETS: NCC (Land), NPCC, Scouts, St. John Brigade Campus is a home Visual and Performing Arts: Servant Leaders on Band, Chinese Drama, English Drama, String away from home Ensemble, Chinese Orchestra a Global Stage Holistic Education Centre (HEC): The Centre Clubs and Societies: houses the Higher Education Unit to help Audio & Video/ PA Club, Chinese Chess Club, ach year, Hwa Chong invites the world students plan their academic journeys Debating And Oratorical Society, Infocomm to our campus! Hundreds of students beyond Hwa Chong. It is also equipped with Club, Library Council, Singapore Youth Flying Eand educators gather in our campus for cutting-edge learning spaces for students to Club, Weiqi Club exciting opportunities to grow and interact. engage with the rigorous curriculum. For example, the International Science Youth Science Research Centre (SRC): Completed in Forum (ISYF) serves as a platform for high 2006, it was then the first and only Research school students from all over the world Centre in a Secondary School. Here, Hwa who are engaged in cutting edge research Chong students work collaboratively on to exchange ideas and forge friendships projects in microbiology, optics, chemical with one another. A major highlight of elucidations and 3D printing. ISYF is for students and educators to attend Student Activity and Leadership Training masterclasses and dialogues with Nobel Centre (SALT): A Moot Parliament chamber Prize winning Laureates – a truly inspiring At Hwa Chong, student leaders are empowered to plan and run international events helps our student leaders learn to speak in a experience for all students of Science. formal setting. 2 world-class gyms, and a wide interact with Business leaders, Ministers and charge of all aspects of the event. Our The Asia-Pacific Young Leaders Summit hosts range of activity spaces allow our students to stalwarts of industries. student leaders lead by serving the school explore their interests and passions. student leaders from all over the world, and the international community, learning inviting them to think critically and deeply At the heart of each event are dedicated from practical experiences bringing large- While the campus is large, it is far from intimidating. Generations of Hwa Chongians about issues that affect the future of their groups of student organisers who are scale events to fruition. communities. They have the opportunity to empowered to plan, organise and take have found a Home away from home on campus. Hwa Chong is a home away from home

72 73 JURONG SECONDARY SCHOOL www.jurongsec.moe.edu.sg JURONG VALUES IN ACTION: SECONDARY SCHOOL Research, Seek, Probe … Eureka! www.jurongsec.moe.edu.sg “Somewhere, something incredible is waiting future and the accompanying set of vital schools in Shanghai and experiencing the to be known.” skills which youth will need to succeed in the different ways in which learning takes place future. are experiences I might not have received olding strongly to the belief shared elsewhere”. by astrophysicist Carl Sagan, the JSS Introduced in 2006 under the sponsorship HResearch Scholars Programme (RSP) is of the JSS School Advisory Committee, the all about encouraging students to push the school has also introduced modules on frontiers of research by challenging them Research Foundation Studies and Methods Indeed, RSP has given me the to ask ‘why’... and then finding possible of Research to support our students’ journeys chance to be more exposed solutions, working on projects, in teams and of inquiry. This culminates in the signature to the world of research and developing leadership skills. overseas immersion trip at Secondary 3. develop a fervent keenness in One of our most recent RSP Scholars, Zhang RSP alumnus Liaw Zheng Kai, from a Sec learning. Yunting from a Secondary 4 class of 2019, 4 class of 2015, reflected that although it chose to embark on a study on jobs of the has been so many years ago, “visiting other Zhang Yunting, Sec 4 (2019) 9 1 0 2 ories

Sharing experiences at the RSP Symposium

RSP students in Shanghai Student researchers hard at work! … Excited, inSPired! SCHOOL INSPIRE PROGRAMME: Be InSPired to Dream! APPLIED LEARNING PROGRAMME (ALP): Selamat datang ke Jurong Secondary! N h o ma? Sustaining Sustainability, the JSS Way! magine being able to converse in Chinese or Microbit programming ave you ever thought about what to all interested Secondary 3 students, it Malay with your friends in school without workshop allows us to happens to the waste we produce, or encourages our students to reflect on why whether it is possible for Singapore to we must continue to push for innovations in having to pay for any expensive classes. learn how technology H I be self-sustainable in food production in the urban farming systems, urban greening and How about learning to code, or fly drones, actually helps us in even all for free? long run? sustainable water technologies under the the simplest of our daily guidance of a teacher mentor. In Jurong Secondary School (JSS), all students activities. I’ve never At the launch of the Sustainable Singapore Mastering the art and science of hydroponics Blueprint 2015, our Prime Minister Lee Hsien get a head start in transforming their passion thought that coding into reality. Loong shared his dream for Singapore to would be so fun, too! be “even greener and more liveable, and to Our inSPire programme encourages students work with others to build better cities and to explore different career pathways that Tinkering with technology Ong Jia Xuan, Sec 2 (2019) a healthier planet, for ourselves and future match their interests and passion from generations.” Secondary 1. It identifies emerging trends Drawing inspiration from the plans and in the industry in the fields of Media & Under inSPire, students get to attend workshops such as Conversational Malay and Chinese, Infotech, Aesthetics & Culture, and Science vision in this Blueprint, JSS rallies its students as well as Microbit coding which allows them to understand the principles behind the Design to constantly think Green in all that they do & Technology, and plans workshops in Thinking approach. these areas for our students. Through their through the Environmental Studies Applied participation in the workshops, our students A key highlight is the inSPire Award. Students can apply for cash grants of $200 and $1000 Learning Programme. explore their interests and get a glimpse of respectively for approved individual or team projects. This can be used to attend courses or One of the highlights of our ALP is the careers they might wish to pursue. workshops that will allow them to pursue their interest areas in greater depth. Research ALP Mentorship Award. Open Going green with Environmental Studies ALP!

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DID YOU KNOW: Something Hot’s LEARNING FOR LIFE PROGRAMME (LLP): Brewing in JSS! AT A GLANCE Sporty at Heart, Sporting in Mind Address ouldn’t it be awesome to be able 31 Yuan Ching Road, sk any alumnus of Jurong Secondary Complementing school-wide programmes Getting the Sports Scholarship to have a cuppa and freshly baked School what the school was and is still that develop students’ interests and abilities Singapore 618652 allowed me to strike a good Wmuffins after a long day at school? Awell-known for, the answer would be in sports, students with passion or talent In JSS, we have just the thing for you! Phone Number balance between excelling in ‘Sports’… And how right he would be! in specific sports can also look forward to 6265 5980 receiving the School Advisory Committee- both my sports and studies. In collaboration with Assumption Pathway As our former Basketball alumnus Chua sponsored JSS Sports Scholarship and Award. Most of all, it covers a wide School, The Pod Café was started with the Qiwei of Sec 4 class of 2016, aptly puts it, JSS Freshly brewed coffee to please every customer! School Website of range of training I had belief that students would benefit from an www.jurongsec.moe.edu.sg was a natural choice for him although he The former provides support for the authentic hands-on learning experience. The could have easily applied to other secondary never experienced before, growth and development of talented and Café project is intended to present students School Vision schools that are strong in basketball. Why? outstanding Basketball and Volleyball for example, mental strength with an authentic learning experience, and Learn with Purpose. Serve with Passion. “I knew Jurong would be able to provide me school team players, while the latter gives coaching, various sports camps let them learn more about what is involved Lead with Heart. with a good balance of academic and sports opportunities for students who are keen to and overseas training. excellence!” learn more about sports and games they are in the operation of an F&B outlet and being passionate about, but which are not offered in the service industry. How to get there Leow Jieyi, Alumnus, Class of 2013 JSS’ Lifelong Learning Programme (LLP) is in the school’s CCA or Physical Education Nearest MRT Station guided by our belief that sports can positively Through this project, students acquire basic programme. service and business-related knowledge and Lakeside impact an individual’s physical, psychological Bus Services and social well-being. skills, aligned to what is learnt in subjects such as Elements of Business Skills and 30, 49, 98, 154, 240, 246 Food Studies in the setting of, running and managing a café. Distinctive Programmes Have a cake and cuppa! Applied Learning Programme: Environmental Studies: An Inter-disciplinary I really enjoy baking and brewing different kinds of hot beverage Approach To Sustainable Living to serve our customers. I hope this can be the start of my journey in Learning for Life Programme: learning more about the F&B industry! Sporty at Heart, Sporting in Mind Siti Nurbaya, Sec 2 (2019) Subjects Offered Additional Mathematics, Art, Biology, Chemistry, Chinese, Computer Applications, Design & Technology, Elements of Business Skills, English, Food & Nutrition, Food Studies, Geography, Higher Chinese, Higher Malay, Our Volleyball ‘B’ Division girls emerging as National Champions in 2019 A legacy of sports excellence in JSS Higher Tamil, History, Humanities (Social Studies, Geography), Humanities (Social Studies, History), Humanities (Social Students, Literature in English), Literature in Chinese, VALUES IN ACTION: Malay, Mathematics, Mobile Robotics, Physics, Principles of Accounts, Science (Chemistry, A Legacy of Giving, a Culture of Caring Biology), Science (Physics, Chemistry), Tamil urong Secondary School has had a Just as we have grown with the help of the in the form of a newly constructed library or Founding PM Mr Lee Kuan Yew laying the foundation of education for Jurong Sec CCAs long history of giving; in fact, it was a community, especially the Taman Jurong equipping eager young minds with the skills DID YOU KNOW: Physical Sports: Jschool built for the community, by the community, we seek to always help other of conversing in English through play. Badminton (Boys), Basketball, Dragon Boat, community. Starting with only 100 students communities too. Entire cohorts of JSS students First in Jurong! Cross-country, Track & Field, Volleyball (Girls), have experienced this when they embarked Through visits to sites of historical significance Floorball (Boys), Sports & Recreation Club and 5 teachers in 1963, the school soon grew SS was the first secondary school to be founding PM Mr Lee Kuan Yew during his on service learning trips to ASEAN countries including the Toul Sleng Museum in Cambodia, to become a highly regarded educational and the Cu Chi Tunnel in Vietnam, JSS students established in the Jurong area; it was visit to the Jurong area, when they spoke Uniformed Groups: annually with the sole purpose of making a Girl Guides, NPCC, Singapore Red Cross institution in the west. In fact, to cater witnessed how vulnerable life is, and gained originally named Jurong Integrated of the needs of children of secondary positive difference in the lives of others. J Society, Scouts, NCC (Land) to the needs of the growing number of a deeper appreciation as to why Singapore Secondary School as it offered both English school-going age in the area. The school students, the community rallied together Since the programme started in 2011, 1960 must continue with her peace-keeping efforts, and Chinese mediums of instruction. is honoured to have had Mr Lee lay the Visual and Performing Arts: to raise $300,000 to build a CCA and Library foundation brick for the school at its Chinese Orchestra, Choir, Contemporary JSS students have left their imprints in villages and why it is necessary for us to embrace The school was established in 1963 following Block for the school in 1977. across Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam, be it differences and be gracious at all times. original premises at “12th mile” Jurong Dance, English Drama Club, Symphonic Band the request by Community Leaders to our Road. Clubs and Societies: Environment, Library, Media & Visual Arts, Science Explorers DID YOU KNOW: Values that Bind us Through Time zh ng (loyalty), 勤 qín (industry), 诚 chéng (sincerity), 爱 ài (love), 忠our school motto in the early Our Motto Then, Our School Values today years, later embraced as the school values, have endeared themselves to all Jurong of the school’s House system, couplets in the Secondary students, past and present. School Hall and the original Chinese and Introduced in 1968 by the school’s second current English versions of our school song. Principal, Mr Bernard Fong Fook Chak, Ask any student in the school what the school these values are today assimilated into all values are, and regardless of his language or JSS students as ‘Teachers’ for the day! Helping to build a volleyball court in a high school overseas spheres of life in JSS, including the name race, the answer would be, “忠, 勤, 诚, 爱”!

76 77 JURONG WEST SECONDARY SCHOOL www.jurongwestsec.moe.edu.sg JURONG WEST LEARNING FOR LIFE PROGRAMME (LLP): SECONDARY SCHOOL Community Youth Leadership www.jurongwestsec.moe.edu.sg How can our students make an impact in the • Enabling students to conceptualise, interact and engage the community? community by organising workshops and community projects, such as guiding the elderly on the use of computers and the internet. o nurture our students as Community Youth Leaders, JWSS has partnered • Outstanding CYL Leaders are trained to mentor their juniors, Scan this QR with Taman Jurong SilverAce’s elderly and given the opportunity to initiate projects at the school or Code for more T information on residents. community level. LLP@JWSS The school’s LLP, that seamlessly integrates the Character and Citizenship Education (CCE) programme, in particular, Values in Action (VIA) with Student Leadership, provides our students with an integrative and immersive experience for them to apply knowledge and develop life skills. This, in turn, provides them with a broad and deep foundation for lifelong learning. Community and Youth Leadership (CYL) as a LLP in the school serves to instill the following in our students: • Key 21st Century Competencies

• Leadership competencies 9 1

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• A sense of responsibility for the ories community and fellow Singaporeans In JWSS, our Community Youth Leadership objectives are achieved through the following: • Use of Design Thinking, where students JWSS students illustrating on iPad Pro using apple pencil are empowered to understand the needs of the community and propose solutions APPLIED LEARNING PROGRAMME (ALP): to address these needs. JWSS Community Youth Leaders engaging the elderly Passion and Care for the Future ow can young Singaporeans respond Students go on learning journeys, listen to experts to broaden their perspectives and attend STUDENT WORK ATTACHMENT PROGRAMME: to local and global issues? Jurong West elective modules of their choice to deepen their knowledge and skills. Secondary students show us how: H The two-year programme culminates in a school-wide exhibition where students showcase Ready for a Future at Work •  Producing a short animated film on their innovative solutions to the rest of the school, as well as a public showcase of their projects uture employers always pick employees strong sensing of how the knowledge and attachment plan for students. A mentor, global warming; in the community. with experience and skills in working with skills they acquire in school is relevant to and together with teachers, will ensure the •  Creating a mobile app to raise awareness Fothers. But how do you get experience can be applied in the work environment. smooth learning as well as the well-being on terrorism; before you even graduate from school? And of our students during the work attachment I learned media literacy how do you prepare a good portfolio for a SWAP enables students to have greater period, which is scheduled for the June and •  Designing a website with infographics and programming which future interview? exposure to the working world in specific November school holidays. and digital art sharing water-saving tips are both pretty unusual industries. In the process, we hope students to tackle local and global water issues. Enter SWAP@JWSS. discover their passion early and make more Our SWAP partners include Singapore skills and we are always informed choices in higher education and Press Holdings (SPH), Singapore Mass Rapid In JWSS, we prepare our students to be learning something new! Our flagship Enhanced Career & Guidance careers with a greater awareness of the work Transit (SMRT), National Library Board (NLB), passionate learners, innovative thinkers and That intrigues me. programme, Student Work Attachment environment and work ethics. Wildlife Reserves Singapore, Singapore caring leaders who are values-centred, and Programme (SWAP) shows students that skills Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry, thus future ready. mastery goes beyond having the right paper Participating organisations work very closely Cheriise Sin, Sec 4 (2019) various law firms and more organisations due qualifications. It allows students to gain a together with the school to draw up an As part of the school’s ALP, students bring to come onboard. together the skills and knowledge in Information and Communications Technology ALP has helped develop (ICT), Visual Arts and Communication to our students to become innovatively address local and global issues. concerned citizens with All Secondary 1 and 2 students undergo the the many issues that they Applied Learning Programme (ALP) that are exposed to. They also Students demonstrating the use of their micro:bit to equips them with a suite of skills which become more confident help the elderly communicate easily with their caregivers include coding, app development, graphic as they articulate and design and persuasive communication. persuade others of the Scan this QR Working collaboratively in groups, students strengths of their ideas. Code for more research issues that they are passionate about Scan this QR Code for more information on information on ALP@JWSS SWAP@JWSS to brainstorm and design ICT-based solutions Mr Rahmat Tirmizi, Geography Teacher that help improve lives and the community. Students on attachment at the Singapore Chinese Chamber of On attachment at Think Tank Studios Commerce and Industry 78 79 JURONG WEST SECONDARY SCHOOL JURONG WEST SECONDARY SCHOOL www.jurongwestsec.moe.edu.sg www.jurongwestsec.moe.edu.sg

TALENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME: DID YOU KNOW: AT A GLANCE Jewels of The West A JWSS Alumnus Address raw gemstone may look just like a he Singaporean who delivered the 61 Jurong West Street 65, pebble, but when a gem cutter puts in opening address at the second United Singapore 648348 Aa lot of hard work identifying, shaping TStates Presidential Debate was a JWSS Phone Number and polishing it – voila! You have a jewel student. Kenneth, who is a PSC Scholar, also 6262 3593 with a lustrous shine. came back to JWSS and shared his life journey and insights with the students. Similarly, our “gem cutter”, the Talent School Website Development Programme, offers our students www.jurongwestsec.moe.edu.sg that final polish, by guiding and developing The teachers I have had at JWSS are some of the most School Vision the talents of students so that they become A Values-Centred Community where Learning lustrous JeWels. competent, committed, and passionate mentors I have met is ignited by Passion, Thinking driven by Innovation and Leading inspired by Service. What can JWSS students hone with in my journey as a student. our JeWel Programme? English Language, Mathematics, Science, Sports and Art. Their care for us does not only How to get there English JeWel students going behind the scenes at Mediacorp Channel News Asia end at academics, but also Nearest MRT Stations We provide passionate and talented extend to our personal well- Boon Lay, Pioneer students with opportunities to practise being. Without a single shred Kenneth Sng, JWSS Alumnus, PSC Scholar Bus Services their intellectual thinking, and extend of doubt, I would not be where 30, 154, 157, 180, 198, 242 their prowess in inter-school, national and I am today without these international competitions. They go through Distinctive Programmes an exciting curriculum under the JeWel excellent mentors. Scan this QR Code for more Alumni achievements Applied Learning Programme: Programme on a weekly basis. Harnessing Technology, Communication and Kenneth Sng, Sec 4 (2008) the Visual Arts in Authentic Contexts Our JeWel Programme prepares students with the talent and passion to pursue these areas Learning for Life Programme: of interest at an even deeper level when they Developing Character, Leadership and enter a Junior College or Polytechnic. DID YOU KNOW: Citizenship Talent Development Programme, Student MP Attachment Work Attachment Programme, Enhanced Art Programme, Overseas Student Exchange Scan this QR Code for more ur students shadow Member of Programme information on TDP@JWSS Parliament for Pioneer Constituency Mr Cedric Foo during his Meet-the- Math JeWel students solving real world problems Science JeWel student creating a solar powered car O Subjects Offered People Sessions to understand the issues that residents at Pioneer Constituency might face Additional Mathematics, Art, Biology, and how the these issues could be resolved. Chemistry, Chinese, Computer Applications, Computing, Design and Technology, Started in 2016, the JWSS MP Attachment Elements of Business Skills, English, Exercise ENHANCED ART PROGRAMME: programme has allowed our students to and Sports Science, Food and Nutrition, gain a deeper understanding of the fabric Geography, Humanities (Social Studies, A Showcase of Learning of our community and better appreciate the Geography), Humanities (Social Studies, Our Student Leaders on attachment to History), Humanities (Social Studies, Literature harmonious relationship among Singaporeans. MP Mr Cedric Foo disposition and ability in Art to further while providing in-depth development of in English), Literature in English, History, Every child is an artist. The nurture and develop their talent. students in select art practices. problem is, how to remain an Higher Art, Higher Chinese, Higher Tamil, Malay, Mathematics, Physics, Principles of artist once we grow up. As one of only two schools in the West to offer It equips students with competencies and the Enhanced Art Programme (EAP), we pride skills to enable them to further their passion DID YOU KNOW: Accounts, Science (Chemistry,Biology), Science ourselves in preparing students to take Art or in art, design and media. (Physics,Chemistry), Tamil Pablo Picasso Higher Art at the GCE O-Level examination. Unique Subjects EAP@JWSS will nurture in our students a CCAs he renowned artist was right, and in EAP@JWSS exposes students to different art deep appreciation for the arts, inspiring esides the usual core subjects, JWSS Physical Sports: JWSS, we continue to provide exciting media, creative processes, professions and them to embrace self-expression, developing also offers unique subjects at the GCE O Badminton, Basketball, Floorball, Frisbee, Topportunities for students with a keen practices in the arts and creative industries, artistic potential. BLevels to cater to the various talents who Hockey, Netball, Volleyball walk through our gates. Uniformed Groups: These subjects include: Computing, Exercise Boys’ Brigade, National Cadet Corps, National & Sports Science as well as Higher Art. Civil Defence Cadet Corps, National Police Computing as a GCE O Level subject Cadet Corps, Singapore Red Cross Society Visual and Performing Arts: Art Club, Band - Concert, Choir, Dance – DID YOU KNOW: International Clubs and Societies: Overseas Student Audio Video and Information Technology Club, English Literary Drama and Debate Exchange Society, Science Club, Student Leadership Programme WSS brings our students to Shanghai, China as well as Shizuoka, Japan to Jnurture our students through a diverse learning environment so as to sharpern their global awareness and cross cultural skills. JWSS students learning more about contemporary art expressions JWSS students learning from Art Practitioners on Overseas Student Exchange Programme to Japan artefacts

80 81 JURONGVILLE SECONDARY SCHOOL www.jurongvillesec.moe.edu.sg JURONGVILLE APPLIED LEARNING PROGRAMME (ALP): SECONDARY SCHOOL Being Electronics-Smart! www.jurongvillesec.moe.edu.sg o better prepare our students for a technology-driven world, our school has Tbeen developing our Electronics Applied Learning Programme (ALP) since 2014. Through ALP, our students understand the fundamentals of digital technology through various stimulating learning experiences within and beyond the school. Our lower secondary students learn coding The team behind the “Smart Elderly Falling Detector” skills and the basics of electronics during their which won the top position in the IDE Maker ALP lessons. They are challenged to develop Competition 2019 prototypes that can solve authentic problems within the community. Some interesting Sec 2 students presenting their “Automatic Smart projects include smart medicine boxes, smart Clothes Rack” at InnoBit Challenge 2019 void deck lighting and an automatic plant watering system. This experience has taught Upper secondary students continue to pursue me how to think out of the box their interest in Electronics through our in order to solve a problem. school’s enrichment programmes. Selected Taking part in the competition students can even take up the O-Level 9

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can help us. ories on to pursue educational courses related to Electronics after they leave Jurongville! Said Fatini, Sec 3 (2019), Part of The Winning Team at The IDE Maker Competition 2019 ALP lesson where Sec 2 Normal Academic students learn how to use the MicroBit and Grove components

COGNITIVE DEVELOPMENT IN VARIOUS DOMAINS: Student representatives for the various CCAs LEARNING FOR LIFE PROGRAMME (LLP): Nurturing Talented JV-nites ave you ever thought of being a student Mathematics are encouraged to explore Sports for Life reporter or participating in Math or innovative ways to solve problems or magine during a SEA games prize presentation, a young athlete stands in front of flashing HScience challenges or honing your improve situations that they observe through cameras, smiling – the latest Gold medallist. It could be your child, who turns to the camera negotiating skills as a UN delegate? These Mathematics Challenges and the Scientific Inquiry Research Experience. The school also and says “The guts to never give up. Simply because giving up is too easy.” These are the are the various opportunities available for I enables students who love to explore world words of a champion – an athlete of character. students who are passionate about and have a talent for the different academic subjects. issues to participate in the River Valley Model At Jurongville, we leverage our Learning for Life Programme (LLP) to develop our students‘ Students with a flair for the languages United Nations, as well as the Geography Challenge organised by NUS. Regardless of love for physical activities and their character. Through Sports Exposure, all students in the are selected to participate in a journalism your interest and passion, the school seeks project where they contribute to the school school are given opportunities to choose the sports they would like to learn during Physical to nurture it through its different academic Education Lessons. During such activities, they acquire values and develop positive attitudes as newsletter by being student reporters. Those talent development programmes. well as social skills. Their perspectives are also widened through activities including inclusive who demonstrate an interest in Science and sports, spectatorship etiquette and sports sciences. Their learning is further enriched through Sports Empowerment. Students are encouraged to think critically, assess options and make sound decisions, through various sports leadership development activities. Selected students have the opportunity to become mentors when End product of the newsletter produced by student reporters they share their knowledge and experiences at sports related camps, workshops and courses. Primary Six Sports for Life Carnival held by our school Students are also further developed through the experience of organising school-based sporting events. At the apex, Sports Excellence stretches the students to excel in their respective sports. Strategic partnership with various sports organisations aims to develop these excellent student athletes with the necessary skills and values to pursue and develop their passion in competitive sports.

The guts to never give up. Simply because giving up is too easy. Jaryl Tay, Gold Medallist (Wushu), 2015 Sea Games, Alumnus (Class 2009) Fitness Run 2019 Scientific Inquiry Research Experience Student participants at the River Valley Model Student reporters for the JVSS Newsletter United Nations

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NURTURING WORLD-READY STUDENTS: DID YOU KNOW: AT A GLANCE Connections in our Global Village Learning Spaces Address art of our school’s mission is to nurture their skills and broaden their knowledge 202 Jurong East Avenue 1, World-Ready students. But what exactly through a learning journey to Malaysia. Singapore 609790 is a World-Ready student? For a start, a P So how do we bring the world to our Phone Number World-Ready student must possess a strong students? Our school has a longstanding 6563 8704 sense of global awareness and have the partnership with Tokyo Koishikawa High cross-cultural skills to better understand School and their educators and students have School Website and appreciate the world. Through our been visiting us yearly. Through engaging www.jurongvillesec.moe.edu.sg internationalisation programmes, we bring interactions such as the playing of traditional our students out into the world and also games, working on group presentations School Vision bring the world to our students. together and experiencing our school’s ALP A vibrant and nurturing community of passionate and resilient learners. Multiple cultural immersion trips are Electronics programme, both groups of students got to know one another better. organised every year to countries such as Engaging Cambodian kids through a pop quiz How to get there Japan, China, Thailand and Malaysia. Each By providing different platforms for Consultation with teachers at the learning spaces Teachers conducting lessons at the newly renovated Nearest MRT Stations trip also caters to different student interests. cross-cultural interactions, our students outside the staff room library Jurong East, Chinese Garden For example, students who are keen on are better prepared for life and work Bus Services contributing to the overseas community are in a globalised world. Our students also 98, 98M, 99, 157, 185, 187, 198, 334, 502, 5N, able to embark on Service Learning trips to develop a stronger sense of identity and JVSS ALUMNI AS FACILITATORS: NR5 Thailand and Indonesia. Our student athletes belonging as Singaporeans through the on the other hand, have the chance to hone Internationalisation programmes. Distinctive Programmes Sec 2 Camp Applied Learning Programme: s part of the school’s outdoor education Real-World Learning Through Electronics programme, the Secondary 2 students Learning for Life Programme: Aexperienced a 3D2N adventure camp Sports for Life at Labrador MOE Campsite. The camp activities were designed and customised for Subjects Offered the students by the PE department. During Additional Mathematics, Art, Biology, What better way to learn about Singapore than through the camp, students went through many JVSS Alumni Facilitators conducting circle time Chemistry, Chinese, Computer Applications, traditional cultural games such as five stones? memorable experiences. One of the special Design and Technology, Electronics, activities was the caving experience that Elements of Business Skills, English, Food and many students look back on fondly. Yet Nutrition, Geography, Higher Chinese, Higher The students were generous another special highlight of the camp was Malay, History, Humanities (Social Studies, and patient with the children, having our JVSS Alumni coming back to Geography), Humanities (Social Studies, one another, and themselves. volunteer as camp facilitators. This shows the History), Humanities (Social Studies, Literature But what really touched strong connection and sense of belonging in English), Malay, Mathematics, Physics, my heart was seeing that that the alumni have for their alma mater! Principles of Accounts, Science (Chemistry, Biology), Science (Physics, Chemistry), Smart indomitable spirit of strength Electrical Technology, Tamil and perseverance to keep pushing through even when CCAs Close bonds forged between facilitators and Physical Sports: the going got tough. participants Students trying their hand at traditional Chinese paper cutting at Hai He High School in Tianjin Badminton, Basketball, Football, Netball, Ms Chng Jia Min, Teacher Sepak Takraw, Tchoukball Uniformed Groups: DID YOU KNOW: Boys’ Brigade, Girl Guides, NCC, NPCC, Scouts Developing Student Leaders Visual and Performing Arts: Band - Concert, Angklung Ensemble, Choir, Serving from the Dance - International, Drama - English, hese lyrics from our school song give We’ll always serve with steadfastness, and honour her ideal; To be Drumatrix Batucada, Orchestra - Chinese a glimpse of the importance we place committed and responsible, and give beyond ourselves with zeal. Clubs and Societies: Tin empowering our students to serve Infocomm Club others in the community. While most students would relish the many students headed out to public places to opportunity to sleep in on a Saturday raise awareness of community needs or issues. morning, over 20 students from JVSS were For example, students from Secondary 4A set already perspiring in the kitchen at Willing up booths and interactive corners at Jurong Hearts packing meals for needy families at East Regional library to educate the public 5.00 am. This is one of the service learning about autism over the weekend during the projects undertaken by our secondary three World Autism Month in April. On the other students in 2019. Other service learning hand, students from Secondary 4B were at Student Leaders facilitating Sec 1 Orientation Sharing with the class about their leadership Programme experience in JVSS projects include Project Love, led by Jurong West library to perform skits and share Secondary Four NT students. For this project, about giving ex-offenders a second chance at n JVSS, we believe that leadership can be based on Kouzes and Posner’s Leadership the students prepared more than 70 food life in support of the Yellow Ribbon Project. nurtured and the JVS student leadership Challenge Model. They hone their leadership hampers with the help of their schoolmates By creating opportunities for students to learn Iprogramme is designed to develop our through facilitation workshops and also and distributed these hampers to needy student leaders to be world-ready with the opportunities to organise key school events families in Jurong Central. through authentic experiences, the school’s service learning programme aims to nurture passion to learn, lead and serve. Student such as Sec 1 Orientation Programme and Sharing with children about giving ex-offenders leaders have the opportunity to go through Graduation Day. a second chance at life in support of the Yellow Our Secondary Four projects are also guided students to be active contributors, with effective Ribbon Project by the school’s motto “Beyond Self”. This year, communication and collaborative skills. a series of developmental training sessions

84 85 JUYING SECONDARY SCHOOL www.juyingsec.moe.edu.sg JUYING OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL: SECONDARY SCHOOL Sharing the Good Earth With Our ASEAN Neighbours www.juyingsec.moe.edu.sg rom teaching English to villagers in Chiangmai (Thailand), to carrying out Fenvironmental conservation in Bintan (Indonesia), JYians have shared their graciousness and practised the R2IGHT Values with communities in the region, contributing funds, time and effort in their interaction with the people there. Students discuss and plan their Values-In- Action (VIA) programmes as a class before their Trips for International Experience (TIE). Student-directed learning is a key aspect of the TIE-VIA journey, which marks a significant milestone in the JYian school life. The shared experiences and rich learning during the trip builds class spirit and strong bonds with their Form Teachers. JYians have gone to Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia and Indonesia to perform their VIA. Local households in Bintan benefiting from the TIE project 9 1 0 2 ories

Students designed and built piping systems for the community VIA sharing the joy of learning English with children overseas

THE JUYING EXPERIENCE: YEARNING FOR LIFELONG LEARNING: CCE - U & I learning with PASSION Juying - A Gathering of Talents uying in Mandarin means ‘a gathering of an Artiste”! Our LLP enables all JYians to continue to clinch various awards at national i I’m Goh Li Yan, a Secondary 1 JYian. improved my socio-emotional competencies! talents’. Many students have chosen Juying learn dance, ukulele and guzheng, while our levels and the Certificate of Distinction at Please allow me to share with you my Secondary School to hone their innate aesthetics CCAs take them further in their the 2019 Singapore Youth Festival (SYF). The exciting journey of exploration through All the learning culminated on SPARK! Day J H (end of semester) when we students got to talents. Our Learning for Life Programme skills development. In International Dance aesthetics CCAs have provided JYians precious my PASSION Module! share our area of passion in a festival-like fair. (LLP) is on Aesthetics, and it serves as a CCA, namely Hip Hop, Juying has in past years experiences in public performance, building I look forward to the Passion-Ignite Day every There were balloons, booth cards and goodie platform to achieve the mission: “Every JYian, attained top international awards and we their confidence and presentation skills. week. My Passion team-mates from different bags given out to visitors to our booth as classes share a similar passion – Science we took turns to present our new learning! exploration which we chose. I found myself I realized how important it is to have good engaged in fun and interesting hands-on communication skills and confidence. activities with my peers. There were talks More importantly, I feel that my Passion team- by external experts, learning journeys and mates and I have made a positive change experiments that stretched my thinking. They in our fellow JYians in terms of increased made me feel the need to care for others and graciousness!

I found myself engaged in fun and interesting hands-on activities with my peers. There were talks by external experts, learning journeys and experiments that stretched my thinking.

Goh Li Yan, Sec 1 (2019)

SPARK! Day - Igniting PASSION for Learning A Guzheng class as part of Juying’s Learning For Life Programme (LLP) Our Hip Hop performers celebrating yet another SYF award recognition

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STUDENT CENTRED: EMPOWERMENT: AT A GLANCE Future-Ready with Every JYian A Values Driven Leader Address 33 Jurong West St 91, Technology n Juying Secondary School, we believe that Singapore 649038 every student has leadership potential. t Juying, all students benefit from our IJYians are provided opportunities to lead Phone Number specially-designed 2-year IT Programme in Class Committees, and as CCA Leaders 6308 9898 A(ITP) carried out within curriculum or Student Councillors. Student Leaders hours. JYians are developed in cutting-edge are identified and developed through School Website ICT proficiencies such as coding, Google cloud Student Leadership Programmes, Camps www.juyingsec.moe.edu.sg collaboration skills, 3D/AR modelling and and Workshops and the prestigious UBS- creating micro:bit DigitalMaker projects such CampVision LEAD programme. School Vision as truth detectors and special keypads that A Gracious Community of Life-long Learners play programmable musical tunes. JYians Our school’s participation in CampVision with Strength of Character learn to use a host of Google Education enables JYians to benefit from mentorship by platforms for their inter-disciplinary project executive leadership coaches of international How to get there work, so undoubtedly JYians are well- standing. Nearest MRT Stations empowered and future-ready! JYian participants had the privilege to host Boon Lay, Pioneer, Joo Koon Experiencing VR while catching a glimpse of the future President Halimah who graced the 2018 Bus Services Graduation Session. 99, 241 An award ceremony with Singapore’s President Mdm Halimah Yacob Distinctive Programmes Applied Learning Programme: Developing Confident & Competent Speakers through Oracy Skills Learning for Life Programme: Every JYian an Artiste. Student Leadership Development Programme, ICT Programme (ITP)

Subjects Offered Additional Mathematics, Art, Biology, Chemistry, Chinese, Computer Applications, Exploring a future of possibilities while constantly JYians teaching micro:bit programming to senior Creating new worlds with 3D modelling while being cyber savvy citizens for Project C.O.D.E. exploring possibilities of 3D printing & AR Design and Technology, Elements of Business Skills, English, Food and Nutrition, Geography, Humanities (Social Studies, Geography), Humanities (Social Studies, History), Humanities (Social Studies, Literature TALENT DEVELOPMENT: in English), Literature in English, History, Higher Chinese, Malay, Mathematics, Mobile Stand & Deliver Robotics, Physics, Principles of Accounts, UBS-CampVision LEAD Programme participants Science (Chemistry, Biology), Science Yians in Secondary 1 might begin as shy Tier 2 (ELDDS / Ambassadorship at Gardens by friends, and are taught coping mechanisms, (Physics,Chemistry), Science (Physics, Biology) students, afraid of public speaking. But the Bay & Ted-Talk Training) to Tier 2+ training through teachers’ coaching as well as through Jsoon, all will gain new confidence with (Newscasting/Emceeing). A Speakers’ Corner, training programmes designed for them by CCAs our Applied Learning Programme (ALP) that well-equipped with a podium, lectern, sound level. The students then get to have their 5 R2IGHT VALUES INCULCATION: Physical Sports: aims to develop our students as confident system and video broadcast in the canteen, minutes (or more) of limelight to speak at Badminton, Basketball, Football, Netball and competent speakers. Students undergo allows students to confidently address their recess to the larger student body, while avid OYSTER GIFT FOR P6s Uniformed Groups: a tiered oracy programme undergoing schoolmates on various issues. During the supporters cheer for them. he Juying OYSTER is a handy booklet which captures the heartbeat of the school National Civil Defence Cadet Corps, National training for Public speaking/Drama, Debate & Stand and Deliver sessions under the ALP, all featuring testimonies of students and parents who have beneffited from the Juying Cadet Corps (Sea) Interview skills (Tier 1), specialized training at students get to practise speaking in front of Texperience. It is given to Primary 6 pupils of primary schools in our vicinity. We welcome Visual and Performing Arts: P6 pupils to choose Juying Secondary, School Code 3066. Choir, Cultural Dance, Hip-Hop, Symphonic Band 2 Our R IGHT Values: Clubs and Societies: Respect Art Club, Green Club, IT-Media Club, ELDDS Responsibility Integrity Gratitude Humility Tenacity

Enjoying public speaking among friends OYSTER Philosophy Opportunities for All Yearning for Lifelong Learning Student-Centered Talent Development Empowerment R2IGHT Values Inculcation

Realising one’s potential in public speaking ALP Talent Development Programme at Gardens By The Bay

88 89 KRANJI SECONDARY SCHOOL www.kranjisec.moe.edu.sg KRANJI SECONDARY SCHOOL We’ve Never Been in Kranji! www.kranjisec.moe.edu.sg ranji Secondary is located physically at Memorial, Kranji River and Kranji Resilience heritage and historical significance. All students Choa Chu Kang Street 51, we have never Trails. go through this purposeful Kranji Experience been in Kranji! The name “Kranji” itself and when they leave our gates as they venture K So the school organises its learning activities (NE, has significant links to numerous landmarks to further their education journey, they would and the history of Singapore, especially Sciences, Humanities, Languages/Literature) in have fully acquired the true Kranjian Identity! during the war period, such as Kranji War the Kranji vicinity, exposing students to its rich

APPLIED LEARNING PROGRAMME (ALP): in Secondary 2, delving into scientific or social in Singapore’s biodiversity and to advocate issues and everyday experiences. The fruits of for the conservation of our natural heritage Bringing out the their labour will then be showcased during through biodiversity education. Thinker ‘Innovation Day’, a day set aside to celebrate Our students get the opportunity to their completed projects. collaborate with professionals. They also Does making your very own air cannon excite Finally, at Secondary 3, students participate as attend workshops conducted by Nanyang you? How about analysing the ingredients ambassadors in NPark’s Community in Nature Polytechnic lecturers, embark on industrial that go into making Panadol? (CIN) initiative. The CIN programme aims attachment and participate in selected hese incredible opportunities and more to firstly, develop science communication Elective Modules in ITE. are available as part of Kranji’s Applied skills through student involvement in nature With the myriad of opportunities available in TLearning Programme (ALP). Our ALP outreach efforts and secondly, equip students our ALP, our Kranjians graduate, enriched by employs the Thinking Curriculum to develop with the relevant skills and knowledge to their holistic learning experiences, ready to students into open-minded and curious engage the public in developing an interest take on the world. thinkers. 9 1

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Confident Leaders With a Heart to Serve Our Secondary 1 Kranjians are first exposed to simple protocols for exploring ideas, LEARNING FOR LIFE PROGRAMME (LLP): which make the students’ thinking visible to themselves and others, so that they can Bringing out the Leader Within improve themselves. Such routines are t Kranji, we provide a myriad of Kranji also organises an annual outreach to integrated into lessons across the various opportunities and platforms for primary schools where approximately 120 subjects at the Lower Secondary level to reap AKranjians to learn and grow as leaders. primary school children are mentored by maximum benefit. Kranjian Student Leaders during the annual • Celebration of Leaders’ Day Once our Kranjians are equipped with critical student-led leadership training camp. At thinking skills, they embark on project work Thinkers with the Drive to Excel • Leadership opportunities for all Kranji, students are empowered to be active • Structured leadership programmes and citizens with a heart to serve meaningfully in training their community. • Partnering organisations and community We Have a Keranji Tree • Outstanding Student Leader Award At the lower secondary levels, all students are taught the school-based leadership modules he Keranji Tree is a species native to Singapore, once widespread but now critically As a tradition we uphold in Kranji every year in during Character and Citizenship Education endangered. Our school name, Kranji, is derived from this tree and it serves as a symbol of April, senior student leaders from CCAs in the lessons. Secondary Three Kranjians attend the Tthe values, such as resilience, and a sense of rootedness to the community, that we want school stand proudly onstage as the Principal Outward Bound Singapore course to sharpen to develop in Kranjians. lists the CCAs’ accomplishments, triumphs and their leadership skills through rigorous and invaluable service rendered to the school. The challenging outdoor activities. In 2017, Secondary 2 Kranjians planted a sapling at our temporary site in Teck Whye. It juniors will come on stage and shake hands has thrived here, and when we move back to Choa Chu Kang in 2019, the Secondary 2 to with the incumbent seniors, thus accepting the Under Kranji’s LLP, Kranjians are well- 5 students walked – with the tree – from the Teck Whye campus to the new site, a symbolic leadership baton on Leaders’ Day. equipped to serve and grow to become journey which encapsulates their growth in Kranji Secondary School. future leaders of the nation. Recognising the need to ensure that our Handing over the Reins of Leadership The Secondary 1 students were at the new campus in Choa Chu Kang to receive their seniors, symbolising a new beginning and the planting of their roots in Kranji Secondary School. nation is helmed by capable leaders, Kranji’s This year’s Leaders’ Day was a remarkable and memorable moment Learning for Life Programme (LLP) aims to for me as I was given the opportunity to stand before my peers as the nurture a Leader in Every Kranjian and we achieve this by exposing our Kranjians to a President of the 4th Student Council. I am honoured to deliver a speech wide repertoire of leadership opportunities and lead the student leaders in reciting the Student Leaders’ Pledge. I in every facet of school life, starting with, but am excited thinking about what lies ahead and truly believe that we, not limited to, CCAs. the student leaders of Kranji Secondary School, will make a positive and lasting impact on every Kranjian. I am confident that we will uphold Our students are also provided with the good name of Kranji Secondary School and achieve breakthrough authentic experiences to apply their together. It will not be a smooth-sailing journey, but we can overcome leadership knowledge and skills to benefit challenges and obstacles as long as we stand and work together the community. One signature event is as one. I am ready give my very best, together with my Executive the school’s collaboration with Limbang Committee members, to serve the school wholeheartedly and to make Planting the Keranji Tree at the new campus on our Grassroots Organisations in organising Kranji Secondary School an even better school for all of us! and running the Mid-Autumn Festival Homecoming day on Jan 2019, with Mr Lawrence Wong, Advisor to Marsiling-Yew Tee GRC! Our very own Keranji tree Celebration. Elyana Syazana Bte Mohd Ridwan, Sec 3 (2018)

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TEACHERS LEARNING: AT A GLANCE A Competent Professional Community Address roviding the best education that we Last year, Kranji teachers underwent a series of Our long term goal is to ensure that students’ 61 Choa Chu Kang Street 51, can to our students is of paramount in-house professional development workshops learning experiences are positive as we equip Singapore 689333 Pimportance to us. That is why Kranji that centred on the Singapore Teaching Practice our teachers with more skills and develop Phone Number Secondary is committed to ensuring that our learning framework. Guided by our core team their confidence. We constantly innovate and 6766 2464 teachers are rigorously trained and regularly of teacher leaders, the teachers revisited meet regularly for Research and Curriculum School Website upgraded so that their teaching skills can be how our students learn by looking at student Planning, reinforcing our commitment to www.kranjisec.moe.edu.sg continually maintained at their best for the motivation. Specifically, they identified a range professional development. School Vision benefit of our students. of strategies that can help develop and increase Leaders with a Heart to Serve. Thinkers with the intrinsic level of motivation in students. the Drive to Excel. How to get there Embracing Cultural Diversity Nearest MRT Station Choa Chu Kang Bus Services 302, 307, 979 Distinctive Programmes The school has two distinctive programmes. Through the Applied Learning Programme (ALP), Thinking Curriculum, Kranji Secondary nurtures communities of reflective and independent Harnessing Technology in Teaching & Learning In the Spirit of Lifelong Learning Passion for Professional Learning & Growth learners. The learning of the Thinking Routines through the Thinking Curriculum, allows students to learn tools to make their thinking visible, thus enriching and enhancing their CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: learning. With the Thinking Routines integrated into the various curricular and non-curricular subjects, students develop dispositions to think Bringing Out the Best Sec 1 Ethnic Percussion both critically and inventively, and analyse situations from different perspectives, increasing ll CCAs have dedicated instructors and • Kranjians in the Performing Arts group With the rich learning experiences each UNIQUELY KRANJI: the level of engagement in their learning. The well-planned Student Development develop and showcase their talents in group is exposed to, it is no wonder that second distinctive programme is the Learning for Plans to immerse students in a fulfilling singing, dancing, acting and playing our students find their time spent in CCAs The Kranji Experience Life Programme (LLP). The objective of the LLP is A to develop A Leader in Every Kranjian. The vision and fun CCA experience throughout their four various instruments through participation meaningful, enriching and memorable! he most anticipated event amongst highlight of the night? The Kranji Mass Dance for student leadership in the school is closely to five years in Kranji. in the Singapore Youth Festival Arts Kranjians is our biennial Cultural the “5-6-7-8!” It is a dance routine that was linked to the school vision. The school adopts the presentations and Performing Arts Fiesta Nite. The event is organised as passed down from previous cohorts and our Kouzes and Posner Leadership Challenge Model Kranji’s CCAs are categorised into 4 main concerts. T to create platforms to help fulfil the leadership groups: Uniformed Groups, Performing Arts, part of the school’s Racial Harmony Day students laugh and cheer as they perform it potential of every students celebrations, which serve to promote inter- in unison. Sports and Games, and Clubs and Societies. • Our athletes in Sports and Games train Subjects Offered Every group takes part in key events in school hard for the annual zonal competitions, racial understanding and social cohesion Leadership opportunities are also available for Additional Mathematics, Additional that bring out the skills and talents of every and they do the school proud when among students. It is a night filled with a Mathematics NA, Art, Art NA, Art NT, Kranjians to step up and take the lead to hype Biology, Combined Humanities (Social student. they qualify for the Nationals (Top Four host of meaningful and fun-filled activities up the school spirit and atmosphere during Schools)! that help our students develop cross-cultural Studies, Geography), Combined Humanities • Our Uniformed Groups cadets proudly school events like Sports Day and Sports (Social Studies, History), Chemistry, Chinese awareness amidst all the fun and laughter. Fiesta. Kranjians get the chance to not only Language, Computer Applications, Design don full uniforms and show off their • With their interest in environmental and Technology, English Language, Food and marching drills during our very own issues, talents in art, skills in audio and Both teachers and students take part in the interact with their classmates, but also to build Consumer Education, Food and Nutrition, National Day Observance Ceremony! It video production or love for photography, festivities by donning a dazzling array of a bond with their schoolmates from different Geography, Higher Chinese Language, is a grand display as we celebrate the students from our Clubs and Societies are levels and courses. History, Literature in English, Mathematics, ethnic costumes. Alumni members as well Malay Language, Music, Music NT, Physical birthday of Singapore. poised to shape our future world with as students’ family and friends come to We aim to balance all Kranjians’ academic Education, Physics, Principles of Accounts, the many skills they learn through CCA. show their support and enjoy the myriad development with their holistic experience – Principles of Accounts NA, Science (Chemistry, Biology), Science (Physics, Chemistry), Science performances lined up for them. ‘The the Kranji Experience. NT, Social Studies, Tamil, Tamil NA CCAs Sports and Games: Badminton, Basketball, Football, Table Tennis Uniformed Groups: Boys’ Brigade, Girls’ Brigade, NPCC, NCC (Land), St John Brigade Performing Arts: Choir, Symphonic Band, Dance , ELDDS Clubs and Societies: Art Club, Media & Production Team

Bringing Out the Best in Every Child To Serve with Pride and Honour Timelapse video of new school being built Kranji Transforms Students to Teachers ur students are always surprised and teachers in Kranji Secondary and if you ask they formed with their Secondary School friends. Have fun finding out the identities of excited when they discover that a them, they will reminisce about their own Kranji secondary school these teachers! Ogroup of their teachers are actually school days where dedicated teachers helped website Kranji alumni! Four of them are currently them with their studies and the strong bond Sec 2 Ethnic Fusion Dance

92 93 METHODIST GIRLS’ SCHOOL www.mgs.moe.edu.sg METHODIST GIRLS’ VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS: SCHOOL Reach for the HeArts www.mgs.moe.edu.sg ith our strong culture of arts appreciation in MGS, the arts is a Wplatform by which we can reach out to the community with our artistic talents. We believe that the arts have the power to elevate the soul and warm the hearts of our audiences. Creativity and collaboration are the key tenets in how we work with our instructors to explore, develop and showcase our students’ artistic expressions. We often partner with industries in our Values-in-Action projects and contribute in significant ways Last year’s MGS Festival of Arts was a meaningful one for us. It opened with Cantabile E Carillons at SOTA Concert Hall with the MGS Choir, Handbell Choir and Visual Arts Club exhibition. What followed in the months of April - June was a series of concerts held by the performing arts groups.

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seek to use their talents to be a blessing for the SGH ArtsExpression wall. ories 2018 Celebrations, also forged meaningful to others. The Handbell Choir and Guitar connections between our students and Ensemble performed at the TRUEfund Not only do the arts add to the school’s others beyond the MG community. Concert (Singhealth Transplant Fundraising character and identity, they enliven and bring vibrancy to our learning experiences. Working with other schools for exchange Concert) with an MGS soloist lending her Whether at Founder’s Day, Open House programmes, combined camps and pipes, and the Indian Dance was invited to or lunchtime performances at the Shaw mentorship of talents plays a huge part in participate in the One Community Fiesta LEARNING OUTSIDE CLASSROOM: Foundation stage, there are always plenty of developing friendships and leadership. It is to promote community bonding through cultural immersion trips to countries such Secondary 3 and Year 3 students to be an opportunities to enjoy the offerings of our characteristic of what we do with and for cultural integration. The year ended with the MGS ROC(k)s! as Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam, India, and intern in an industry of their choice. It is a arts groups. others. IDEAS CCA (previously known as Visual Arts o you want to explore how gemstones China. truly rewarding journey as our students garner insights into real-world challenges are made into jewellery or what In addition, the Work Experience Programme the latest innovations in advanced and learn from experts to explore diverse D offers an enticing array of options for solutions. manufacturing are, or do you wonder what it is like as a lawyer, restaurateur or IT programmer? How about helping to set up a school library, Strings as a CCA has nurtured us to become MGS Drama Society has provided every member building a well or teaching children craftwork better musicians. We have connected not only an outlet for their individual creative expression. to benefit a village community? musically but as a team through the many Its multiple facets help us to learn new skills and This is all part of our unique Reality Outside platforms to give back to society with our develop our character and values. Classrooms (ROCs) Programme, which grooms community performances. Lim Yu Qi each MGS student as a global citizen, poised Lee En Yi Hannah Vice President, Drama Society, Sec 3 (2019) to make a positive social impact President, Guitar Ensemble, Year 4 (2019) Cross-cultural competence is a key advantage in our increasingly global world and the ROCs Programme has imparted generations Joining a performing arts CCA has helped me of MGS students with the ability to engage The trip taught us that we can make an impact on people around us Being part of the guitar ensemble has enabled to grow as a person and expanded my musical meaningfully in culturally diverse situations. in different ways. Travelling to Chennai was truly a blessing and eye- me to develop in confidence and shown me the knowledge and horizons. collaborative effort needed among my ensemble Our students develop invaluable skills, from opening experience for every one of us! Leia Tse Ning crafting a business proposal to running a mates. It is truly an enriching experience! President, Choir, Sec 4 (2019) social enterprise alongside industry leaders. Lisa Xin Kuak & Macy Lim, Sec 3 (2018) Lim Jia Rui Charis At the same time, they learn to collaborate Vice President, String Ensemble, Sec 4 (2019) closely with peers and global partners throughout all 4 years of their time in MGS. Indian dance is the hidden language of the I have learnt how people-centered the healthcare industry is and soul and body. It teaches us discipline and The convergence of behavioural and the passion, respect and efficiency of all the staff has really inspired IDEAS has allowed me to hone my leadership and perseverance for us to give our best in our cognitive competencies honed during me. This work experience has really given me an insight into the creative skills, as well as forge friendships with endeavours. local and overseas learning trips allows operations of a polyclinic. our students to adapt, thrive and excel in the rest of the club. It has become a place where Jayakumar Sabitha various cross-cultural contexts. Our students Chong Shueh Li Shona, Sec 3 (2018) I feel at home. President, Indian Dance, Sec 4 (2019) have embarked on service learning and Abigail Ong Ee Jing President, IDEAS, Sec 3 (2019)

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SPORTING CULTURE: MGS PASSPORT: AT A GLANCE Dive Right into MGS Life! Passport “Chops”? Address rom her very first day at MGS, each complex landscape of the 21st century with indoor multi-purpose hall integrate the MGS 11 Blackmore Drive, ll Secondary 1s are presented with their Singapore 599986 MGS student is given the opportunity confidence. student into the school’s sporting culture, very own MGS Passport during the first to challenge herself not just mentally, nurturing a young generation of confident F Through intensive practice sessions for the week of school. Containing pertinent Phone Number but physically as well. Engaging in rigorous sportswomen. A information for every MGS student, it serves 6469 4800 curricular and co-curricular programmes National School Games at the tennis and squash courts and SYF Arts Presentation at Pooling our Resources: The Sports Complex to inspire and guide them through their augments the diverse MGS learning School Website the dance studios and band room of the MGS is also where our girls develop and use their milestones and experiences over the years experience, building character and imbuing www.mgs.moe.edu.sg Sports Complex, the MGS student not only gifts and talents to light the world of others at the school. As the cohort blossoms into strong values while honing a wide range of young trailblazers, they can look back on competencies, skills and attitudes. grows in her repertoire of capabilities but in the community. The MGS community of School Vision also in personhood. students, staff and parents come together their journey at the checkpoint of graduation, where this signature passport will stand as a Godly women of Excellence with a heart of Learning experiences outside the classroom as volunteers on a regular basis to help Love provide a rich environment for the MGS The MGS pool augments the school’s swim SPD, formerly known as the Society for the keepsake for their memories, reflections and student to develop sportsmanship, teamwork, legacy in developing young talents in the friendships made. 1:1 Learning Physically Disabled. Offering the group the How to get there discipline, resilience, respect and leadership. water. Swim classes and annual swim meets use of our 20-metre training pool enables and STEM at the 50-metre competition pool, as well as Are you ready to embark on your education Nearest MRT Station These qualities stay with the MGS student us to assist these special needs children with experience and be part of our MGS legacy? and stand her in good stead to navigate the weekly PE lessons at the synthetic turf field or their aqua therapy sessions. King Albert Park Bus Services 66, 67, 74, 77, 151, 154, 157, 170, 171, 174, 563, 852, 961, 970

Distinctive Programmes Integrated Programme, Music Elective, Programme, Sophia Blackmore, Academy, 1:1 Learning, Robotics, Code4Life, STEM, Science Mentorship, Programme, Reality Outside, Classrooms, House System, GEL, ECG, Community Service & Advocacy, Swimming Programme and Student, Leadership Training

Subjects Offered Additional Mathematics, Art, Biology, Chemistry, Chinese, Computer Studies, English Language, Geography, Humanities (Social Studies, Geography), Humanities (Social Studies, History), Humanities (Social Studies, History), Higher Art, Higher Chinese, Higher Malay, Higher Music, Higher Tamil, History, Home Economics, Language, Arts, Literature in English, Malay, Mathematics, Music, Physics, Project Work, Tamil MGS HOUSES: MGS is a dual-track school with the O-Level track and CCAs an Integrated Programme Physical Sports: 4 Houses, 1 MGS Family leading to the International Football, Golf, Netball, Softball, Squash, Baccalaureate Diploma Swimming, Artistic Swimming, Ten-Pin in Anglo-Chinese School Bowling, Tennis, Track/Cross-Country (Independent). Uniformed Groups: Girl Guides, Girls Brigade, NCC (Air) Visual and Performing Arts: Choir, Dance, Drama, Guitar Ensemble, Handbell Choir, String Ensemble, IDEAS MGS HERITAGE CENTRE: Clubs and Societies: Chess, The Sophia Society, Infocomm, Library, MG Shines over a Century SALT GS, established in 1887 by Miss Sophia Blackmore, is one of the oldest girls’ Mschools in Singapore. Amongst the he MGS House system was first formed in 1932, with the four houses named after many distinguished alumnae in the school’s Methodist pioneers in Singapore: Blackmore, Oldham, Shellabear and Horley. They were long standing history is Mdm Kwa Geok Choo, later renamed Blackmore, Olson, Lee and Jackson. wife of Singapore’s first prime minister Mr Lee T Kuan Yew. These current House mascots were created by the students themselves, selected based on their positive qualities, and meaningful Biblical references to spur each girl to greater heights, not The MGS Heritage Centre within the school just for their house but also for the MGS family. traces our proud legacy of nurturing students into Godly Women of Excellence with a Heart The MGS House spirit comes alive during school events such as the MGS Swimming of Love, and exhibits artefacts dating back Championships and Secondary Cross-Country Meet when the students don their house colours to the pre-war era. All this serves to remind and cheer for their houses with enthusiasm. Fridays are House Days, where all students are our students that they belong to a time- WOW! + ILD encouraged to come to school in their respective House T-shirts to bring across greater house honoured, greatly cherished MGS heritage and KAP Space unity and affiliation. and culture, together with generations of MGS girls before them!

96 97 NAN HUA HIGH SCHOOL www.nanhuahigh.moe.edu.sg NAN HUA SAP BICULTURAL PROGRAMME: HIGH SCHOOL Where East Meets West www.nanhuahigh.moe.edu.sg Shakespeare’s Butterfly Lovers? n this globally-connected world, it is important to possess the skills to work in Icross-cultural teams and contexts. Hence, our Bicultural Programme distils the best from Eastern and Western schools of thought so that our students develop a balanced worldview, while acquiring vital skills. The Programme enables our students to learn and compare Chinese and Western culture through classical literature such as The Butterfly Lovers and Romeo and Juliet. By examining the commonalities and differences, students develop a better understanding of their own culture while appreciating foreign ones. An important plus that students acquire is the ability to Spreading love and smiles in the community during the Confucius Camp! translate Chinese to English and vice-versa. During the annual Bicultural Forum, students In addition to learning about Chinese Literature, History and Philosophy, students also enjoy also get to attend talks and workshops by learning about traditional art forms such as Calligraphy, Chinese Painting and Seal-Carving renowned artists and writers with experience through hands-on activities. 9 1

working in Eastern and Western countries, 0 who share with them their own cultural During the Confucian Ethics modules, students acquire a better understanding of the 2 observations of both worlds. practical use of Confucianism in modern and contemporary contexts, and get opportunities ories to demonstrate their learning through service learning projects with the community, such as sharing chinese tea with residents of the neighbourhood.

Promoting environmental awareness in the community through games AUTHENTIC LEARNING: ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION: Learning Beyond the Textbooks Planting SEEDs for our Future hat was it like, living through the Japanese Occupation of Singapore? hampioning an environmental cause segregate their food waste daily and recycle Nan Hua’s students not only research and investigating the impact of our them through a food waste digester machine W it in the curriculum module ‘A Blast from the Cactions through scientific experiments to convert it into compost. Past’, but go on to act as museum guides at are a few of the many interesting ‘Sustainable the Old Ford Factory. Environment EDucation (SEED)’ experiences Students play an active role to champion an that students explore at Nan Hua High environmental cause every year, such as by A Box Full of Beats is an integration of Art, School. setting up booths at Clementi West Street Music and Design & Technology. Through the 2 to educate members of the public on the module, students get to construct their own All students reflect on how they should effects of climate change. cajón (a type of percussion instrument) by be prudent in the usage of energy and water resources. They also hone their Students also grow organic vegetables (in thinking skills by using scientific apparatus partnership with parent volunteers) which to analyse specimens collected from the are served as salads to their peers to advocate This module was very special environment and relate their findings to the reduction of our carbon footprint. The as it gave us the opportunity their understanding of environmental issues. school has also been organising the annual to learn new skills while National Environment Quiz for more than providing an outlet for us to Secondary Two and Three students develop a ten years to educate young participants express ourselves. The module Learning about Archaeology through the module deeper understanding of the importance of from primary and secondary schools on also enabled me to step out A Blast from the Past biodiversity through experiential learning at environmental issues. of my comfort zone and try Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum and joining wooden planks together. They then put their artistic skills to good use by decorating Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve. In recognition of our efforts at environmental new things, such as building their cajón with a mosaic of their design, before learning how to create music with drumming conservation, Nan Hua High was awarded the a cajón out of planks of wood. techniques. Good habits are cultivated in all students to International Green Flag for 2016-2017 and Through this module, I am protect the environment. They collect used 2018-2019 by the World Wide Fund (WWF) excited by new experiences Secondary Three Students extend their learning beyond the curriculum by choosing from a range newspapers in class which are transported to for Nature. and learning opportunities that of 20 elective modules at Nan Hua High. These cover fields as varied as archaeology, film criticism, IKEA every week for recycling. Students also can make student life more computer coding and forensic science. interesting. Through these lessons, we hope to give our students more opportunities to discover their passion and ignite their joy of learning, while developing important life skills and 21st century Chia Chee An, Class of 2018 competencies at the same time. Getting students to grow vegetables has helped them to learn that it’s hard work and that they shouldn’t waste food!

Jorine Tay, Parent Volunteer Greening the school!

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CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION: AT A GLANCE Dancing to a National Audience Conquering the CommOlympics Address he largest and most well-known CCA in the Other CCA Highlights: beautiful art. Our Calligraphy Club enables its he world celebrates athletic prowess 41 Clementi Avenue 1, at the Olympic Games once every four Singapore 129956 school, the Nan Hua Dance Society focuses The Performing Uniformed Groups members to unleash their creativity through on character-building and forging a strong art displays at multiple events every year. years. Here at Nan Hua High, we organise T The school’s performing arts niche is echoed T Phone Number esprit de corps so that its members are able to the annual CommOlympics, a platform for by all the six Uniformed Groups. For example, 6778 8303 continue ‘dreaming’ with their hands and feet. Dancing to Sports Awards students to learn about and showcase their the Boys’ Brigade boasts a Hip Hop Dance Mental focus and a strong sense of camaraderie communication skills through immersive School Website For the past 15 years, it has been given the Group as well as a Bagpipes & Drums Band, in the Athletics Club helped them to clinch the games and interactive competitions. Students www.nanhuahigh.moe.edu.sg privilege of performing annually at multiple while the National Cadet Corps has award- championship for ‘B’ and ‘C’ Division Boys in collaborate with their peers to triumph over national level events such as the Chingay winning Freestyle Drill and Precision Drill the 2019 National Inter-school Cross Country communication challenges and put their School Vision Parade, National Day Parade, Youth Olympic teams. Championships. All Sports CCAs at Nan Hua High oratorical skills to good use by speaking in A school of excellence that nurtures world- Games, Asian Youth Games and ASEAN have effective training programmes to develop front of a large audience. ready bicultural scholars who embrace Calligraphy Club Schools Games. excellence in their members. Table Tennis, tradition and are champions of society. In calligraphy, each distinct stroke Badminton and Netball are also consistently Navigating a Communications Minefield Dance on, Nanhuarians! complements other strokes to create among the top-placed teams nationwide. How to get there Nearest MRT Station SCHOOL TRADITIONS: Clementi Bus Services Tie ‘em Up! 14, 33, 52, 78, 96, 97,105, 106, 147, 151, 154, 165, 166, 183, 185, 189, 196, 197, 198, 282, t’s easy to spot Nanhuarians in a crowd do so as part of orientation. Our alumni 285, 963 because all of our girls who have long hair tie often comment that their hairstyle is one Iit up in plaits to reflect a long-held tradition of the things that help them establish a Distinctive Programmes of the school. When they join the school in sense of school identity. SAP & Bicultural Programme Secondary One, they are even taught how to Environment Education Programme CnME Programme (Elective Modules)

Subjects Offered Additional Mathematics, Art, Biology, Chemistry, Chinese, Chinese Literature, Humanities (Social Studies, Geography), Humanities (Social Studies, History), English, English Literature, Food and Consumer Education, Geography, Higher Art, Higher Nan Hua Dance Society at Chingay Parade Freestyle Drill Sequence by NCC Girls Chinese, History, Malay (Special Programme), Mathematics, Music, Physics

CCAs Physical Sports: THE NAN HUA FAMILY: Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Football, Where Lasting Friendships are Forged Netball, Softball, Table Tennis, Volleyball Uniformed Groups: t Nan Hua High, we believe that no school celebrations, and enjoying home- Ask any Nanhuarian and they will agree that Boys’ Brigade, Girl Guides, NCC Land (Boys), man is an island and everyone must cooked food with their students during Nan Hua is like a second home to them, a NCC Land (Girls), NPCC, St John Brigade rely on the company and comfort of ‘Makan and Mingle’ sessions. Through these place where they belong and where there Visual and Performing Arts: A Pleased with Plaits others in order to thrive. platforms, teachers forge strong relationships are adults they look up to and peers with Chinese Drama Society, Chinese Orchestra, with their students. whom precious memories are made. Choir, Dance Society, English Drama and Our teachers make time to get to know each Debating Club, Guzheng Ensemble, Harp and every student through weekly one-to- Within the class, students get to work Ensemble, Symphonic Band one chit-chat sessions and teacher-student together to form their class identity and My juniors are like my little STUDENT ACTIVITY HUB: bonding time is very much treasured during common goals. For example, each term, a Clubs and Societies: brothers and sisters. When I Art and Design Club, Calligraphy and Painting school events such as the Chinese New Year Best Class Award spurs students to do their come back to Nan Hua High, Who says school can’t be fun? Club, Chess Club, Infocomm Club, Innovation Class ‘Lohei’, where all students gather at the best through teamwork. Project DREAM Club, Service Learning Club canteen to toss ‘Lohei’ with their teachers to is another platform that inspires students it’s like returning home! oosball, Air Hockey, Pool and Board Games bond with their peers during breaks or after wish for blessings and strong friendships. to work with their fellow classmates on a – these are just some of the interactive school, the place is often abuzz with laughter project which strengthens their class spirit Stephanie Ng, Alumnus (Class of 2015) gaming equipment that can be found as friendships are forged and strengthened Form Teachers lead by example and F and creates camaraderie. at Nan Hua Hype, our student activity hub. over games. participate actively in school and class A gathering place for students to relax and activities together with their students, such as brainstorming with them on class projects, playing games and dancing with them during

A man of humanity is one who, in seeking to establish himself, finds a foothold for others and who, in desiring success for himself, helps others to succeed. Confucius Makan and Mingle - informal get-together by the class over a meal Fun at the Activity Hub

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NYGH students facilitating BYMUN assembly sessions with foreign and local participants

BILINGUAL BICULTURAL PERSPECTIVE:

A Tale of Two Cultures What students say:

s an established SAP school, we take Youth Model UN) was championed by our Experiencing a different pride in providing all our students own Secondary 4 students from the 2018 culture through interacting Aa conducive bilingual, bicultural batch, in a bid to provide a bilingual version with locals allows me to environment. Students are given a strong of MUN in the region. With the theme, understand more about the foundation for understanding the East and “Transforming the world: Voices of Youth”, BYMUN brought together participants from UK as well as the difference Students showcasing their projects at SPICE Fair the West and achieving mastery in both the English and the Chinese languages. Singapore, Shanghai, Ningbo and Taiwan to between the UK and Singapore EMPOWERED LEARNERS: deepen their understanding of diplomacy or even western countries vs Lower Secondary students learn about and international relations, while enhancing eastern countries. Chinese history and culture during the their bilingual proficiency, critical thinking SPICE Up Your Learning at Nanyang weekly Appreciation of Chinese Culture lessons. In Upper Sec, there is a 4-tier skills, teamwork, and leadership abilities. t NYGH, we delve deeply Bicultural Studies curriculum to empower We also believe in learning through This trip has allowed me to be into complex issues. We think all students to appreciate both the East and experience. Our bicultural programme more culturally informed and Acritically and creatively to the West cultures in greater depth. It is also a includes trips to China and the UK as part has helped shaped my foreign synthesize knowledge. This allows us programme that broadens students’ horizons of the Global Classroom Programme. culture acceptance so that I to solve problems in a collaborative and global perspectives. Students participate in various cultural and can better assimilate into any environment. This is SPICE (Serving Our students pursue their passion for entrepreneurship activities and even make cultural context. People through Innovation, Creativity bilingualism in a variety of ways. For example, industrial visits to learn the basics of business and Enterprise). Our students this year, the inaugural Asia BYMUN (Bilingual set-ups both locally and overseas. appreciate and apply their learning to real-life situations. After I arrived here (China), I realised that I needed to We focus on values, attitudes and skills embrace the Chinese culture that students need to possess in the with open arms to be able to face of an uncertain and fluid future. fully appreciate my trip here. An array of stand-alone programmes For me, this trip was about support this. For example, the Local Cross-Cultural Programme and overcoming my difficulty with Community Education take an inter- the Chinese language, and disciplinary approach. Our Maker gaining understanding of the Education and Educational Technology people and customs here. teams complement these programmes. Sec 2 students volunteering during the Community Education programme Global Classroom Programme - Backpacker Expedition

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AGENTS OF CHANGE: At A Glance Agents of C.H.A.N.G.E Address 2 Linden Drive, he secret is out. For years, women stayed Challenge #2: How can we transform a regular school life into an unforgettable one? Singapore 288683 in the background, quietly working behind the scenes. But now, they are Clothed in all black, the Audio Visual Club produced and staged a night-time alfresco Phone Number T concert--Ying--that allowed talents from all across Nanyang to shine in the dark, giving among us. Heroines in the making, saving the 6466 3275 planet, transforming lives, being the movers Gotham City’s Batman signal a run for its money! and shakers of society. School Website In 2019, the Student Council once again took up the President’s Challenge. Each CCA put up a www.nygh.moe.edu.sg Let us take a look at some of our student- game or food stall in a bid to give back to people--People from all walks of life, regardless of Aunty Shirley with her “godchildren” at the Student Activity Centre initiated projects that have enacted change culture, religion or family background, to help those less fortunate, to build a more caring and School Vision inclusive society. in our community: WE CARE: Every Nanyang Girl a Respected Member of Society and an Agent of Change Challenge #1: How can we save the earth? A Home Away from Home (SAC) How to get there We’re the planeteers, you can be one too, Nearest MRT Stations ‘cause saving the planet is a thing we do! In ucked away in a corner of the basement during recess, the SAC is the place to go! the footsteps of her senior, Ang Zyn Yee who Sixth Avenue, Tan Kah Kee car park of our school is a haven that But what is most special about the SAC is Bus Services started the Straw-Free Singapore movement is special for students. Fondly known the amazing lady who runs it - Aunty Shirley. straight out of Secondary Four, we’ve got… T 66, 67, 74, 151, 154, 156, 157, 170, 171, 174, as the SAC (Student Activity Centre), this An ex-Nanyang girl herself, Aunty Shirley 852, 961 a troll! We’re referring to Laura Lee who place of refuge is popular with all students decided to take charge of the SAC in 2011 started Toiletroll.sg, to get to the core of as it is a place where they can let their hair as her way of giving back to her alma mater. Distinctive Programmes Singaporean’s wasteful habits, one toilet roll down (literally) in a safe and comfortable Since then, she has forged deep relationships Nanyang Talent Development Programme: at a time. environment. Started in August 2004 in with many of the students who fondly call Four-Tier Chinese Language and Culture Scan the QR code to follow these heroines response to calls from students to have an her their godmother and come back to visit Programme which includes Bicultural Studies and their causes! area just for themselves, the SAC recently had her even after they have graduated from (Chinese) and Chinese Language Elective a facelift and now boasts three unique areas Nanyang. Ever ready to lend a listening ear Programme, Humanities Programme, Science for students to relax and enjoy themselves. and a shoulder to cry on, Aunty Shirley has and Mathematics Talent Programme, Art Whether you want to play games like Jenga truly made the SAC a home away from home Elective Programme (AEP) and Higher Music or Monopoly, hold a birthday celebration for students who need someone to turn to Programme (HMP) https://www.instagram.com/ for your CCA group, hold a project meeting during times of need. Other programmes that further enrich the strawfreesingapore/ in air-conditioned comfort or have a nap students’ holistic learning experience include Global Classroom Programme, Boarding School Experience, Conversational Malay, Community Education, Community Leadership Live performance at Ying Concert Programme, Research Programme, Translation WE CREATE: https://www.instagram.com/ Subjects Offered toiletrollsg/ Challenge #3: How can we enliven The MakerSpace Advanced Literature (English), Advanced Singaporeans’ daily commute? Music (Higher Music Programme), Biology, uild a 3D model of your ideal school of Chemistry, Drama, Dance (non-examinable), Bestowed with powers of art and music, the future, modify a wheelchair to make Geography, Higher Art (AEP), Higher Chinese, students from our Art Elective Programme Bit more user-friendly or fabricate props History, Integrated Humanities, Integrated (AEP) put up their original creations on the for your class play, these are just some things Mathematics, Language Arts, Malay Special walls of Sixth Avenue MRT station sending our students do in our very own MakerSpace. Programme (Third Language), Philosophical cheer and messages of love. Meanwhile, Fully equipped with a full range of wood and Inquiry, Physics Higher Music Programme (HMP) students metalwork tools, 3D printers, CNC router and partnered with Singa the Lion and serenaded so much more, it is no wonder that students CCAs commuters during peak hours, soothing their love to visit this space to flex their maker Sports: Artistic Gymnastics, Badminton, Basketball, souls. muscles and pursue their STEAM (Science, Music performance at Sixth Avenue MRT Station Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) Judo, Netball, Sailing, Softball, Swimming, Students exploring creative possibilities at Table Tennis, Tennis, Track & Field, Volleyball, interests. MakerSpace Wushu Uniformed Groups: Girl Guides, NPCC, St. John Brigade Ang Zyn Yee (left) at the Straw-free Movement Performing Arts: WE LIVE: Chinese Dance, Chinese Orchestra, Choir, Concert Band, Guzheng Ensemble, Modern Backyard Café Dance, String Ensemble, Theatre Club Clubs and Societies: raving a slice of red velvet cake with Audio Visual Club, Chinese Calligraphy & a cup of frothy cappuccino? Forget Painting Club, Debate Club, Dragon & Lion Starbucks and head over to the Backyard Dance Troupe cum Festival Drum Ensemble, C Infocomm Club, Mind Sports Club, Nature Café run by our very own Nanyang baristas! Society, Outdoor Club Set in the beautiful sustainable garden set up by the Nature Society CCA group, this self- run café serves up a range of desserts and hot and cold beverages that are a welcome treat from the usual canteen fare.

Laura Lee (left) promoting the Toiletroll.sg project Mural painting at Sixth Avenue MRT Station Chilling at the backyard cafe

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SECONDARY SCHOOL ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION: www.newtownsec.moe.edu.sg Recycling? How About Upcycling? n New Town Secondary School, students have and minimise food wastage. They also write school. We reach out to the community, gone beyond recycling within the school and reflections and draw posters to articulate distributing flyers and sharing helpful Icarry out upcycling on unwanted items for their thoughts. Besides environment-focused information on the fight against mosquito the purpose of reducing waste and improving discussions, students venture on field trips to breeding and preventing dengue fever. the efficiency of resource use as well as Sungei Ulu Pandan and East Coast Park to community-based green initiatives to create a learn about human impacts on water quality Through participation in these projects, our students learn the importance of being better environment for the community. and the importance of water conservation. Enhanced Art Programme proactive and taking on shared responsibilities Since the establishment of the Environment At the school level, Earth Day is in keeping the environment clean. Education as one of the school’s signature commemorated yearly to expand students’ programmes in 2005, “Going green” has New Town’s environmental education efforts knowledge of the environment through talks have earned the school the Lotus Sustained become an integral part of daily life at and skit performances by the Green Guardians New Town Secondary School. Both staff Achievement Award for seven consecutive on marine conservation and the 4Rs (Reduce, years from 2011 to 2017 and the Vanda Miss and students make sure that they turn off Reuse, Recycle and Refuse). Other initiatives the lights and fans when they leave the Joaquim Award in 2018. The school also also include creating a solar-air conditioner, bagged the Green Schools @ South West – classrooms and they also consume their food students pledging to save water in support at the canteen instead of packing their food Sustained Achievement Award in 2016 for of the Singapore World Water Day and the three consecutive years with Gold Awards using plastic disposables. In the Humanities tracking of the biodiversity in school. and Science curriculum, students discuss from 2013 to 2018. current issues like climate change, energy Newtowners’ quest to promote a cleaner conservation as well as ways to save the trees and greener environment goes beyond the 9 1 0 2 ories

Harnessing colours creatively to bring life to the canvas ART & AESTHETICS PROGRAMME: Plugging into Sights and Sounds Learning to prevent mosquitoes from breeding Our Green Guardians giving out dengue prevention kits to residents rom the vantage point of the school’s around them. Through participating in creative foyer, a group of Secondary 3 students expressions from art to photography and the the school’s character education and To lead is to have a voice. During the are looking intently at the school’s display new media, our students develop an eye for LEARNING FOR LIFE PROGRAMME (LLP): F having developed in personal mastery, our morning assembly, the school comes of sculptures that line the green lawn and detail and an appreciation for the rhythms of PSLs are trained to be alert to changes in together to celebrate inspirational stories sketching them. nature. Leading with A their friends’ behaviours and to recognise of leadership. Newtowners take the In the Music room, some Secondary 2 students At the lower secondary level, our students Heart common signs of distress while our Student stage weekly to share their leadership are getting organised with their percussion are exposed to a wide range of musical ike the human body, Newtowners’ Councillors are trained in their leadership experiences. Our student leaders thus instruments and their choral section. They skills and everyone learns how to play the leadership begins with the heart. competencies to lead the school in various become more confident and compassionate are rehearsing for a class performance. guitar. By learning how to read guitar events like the Secondary One Orientation to lead, serve and excel. LOur students start with personal and the Teachers’ Day Concert. chord tabs and play the instrument with In the Art room, a Secondary 4 Art student, different strumming patterns, they pick mastery and progress to peer mastery and with a palette and paintbrush in hand, is up different techniques of harmonising team mastery. standing in front of a 1.7m by 1m canvas, musical sounds. From the guitar, they move In lower secondary, our students learn contemplating how to harness colours on to the percussion instruments, learning self-mastery and self-discipline. They creatively to bring life to the canvas. to layer music through the rhythms and participate in leadership training with collaborating in groups to put up a pop Learning to use the digital medium True to the artistic spirit of the school since its the focus on engaging the heart as the band performance. founding in 1965, Newtowners have learnt foundation of leadership. to appreciate the different shades of colour At the upper secondary level, Newtowners’ opportunity to develop deep artistic talent In upper secondary, our students are and experiences was given a boost when our empowered to lead, plan and implement school was selected by MOE to be one of the service learning projects. Demonstrating There is no shortage of leadership Sharing stories on school values and leadership nine secondary schools to offer the Enhanced team mastery, our students decide how opportunities in New Town Art Programme (EAP). they want to contribute to the larger To me, leadership is all about nurturing, community. Through the school’s Applied Learning motivating and inspiring others to be the best Learning Programme (Visual Communication), In New Town, there is no shortage of version of ourselves while working as a team, Newtowners enjoy a creative space to develop for Life leadership opportunities from appointment a leader is one who fuses different ideas Programme their talents and passion, as well as engage holders in the Student Council, CCAs and together and help the team to succeed. in creative expression to realise the school’s Class Committees to Peer Support Leaders vision of “Nurturing Talents, Sharing Success”. (PSLs). Imbued with the mission to support Shannon Chew, Sec 4 (2018) Exploring the functions of a camera Learning to play the guitar in New Town 106 107 NEW TOWN SECONDARY SCHOOL NEW TOWN SECONDARY SCHOOL www.newtownsec.moe.edu.sg www.newtownsec.moe.edu.sg

COLLABORATION WITH COMMUNITY: AT A GLANCE Learning – Real World, Real Time Address 1020 Dover Road, Want to be a prolific writer? global issues by developing our students’ Voluntary Welfare Organisations (VWOs). Singapore 139657 critical thinking and writing skills. ou should join the group of These are many opportunities for Phone Number Newtowners heading to the National What about joining the students in our authentic learning in the community, 6775 4140 YUniversity of Singapore across the Service Learning projects? as our students go beyond textbooks, school gate. We are going to meet up notes and classrooms. Through an School Website with the University Scholars Programme Our Secondary 4 and 5 students can be extensive network of partnerships and www.newtownsec.moe.edu.sg (USP) students to participate in the heard buzzing in deep discussion as our collaborations with stakeholders, the learning thINK! Writing Mentorship Programme Service Learning Representatives lead experiences of Newtowners are enhanced. School Vision their classes in discussion on the type Nurturing Talents, Sharing Success – a collaboration between the school Our Founding Prime Minister Mr Lee Kuan Yew visited the school in 1967 and USP to raise greater awareness of of services to provide for their adopted SCHOOL HISTORY: How to get there alma mater, by providing work attachment Nearest MRT Station We are As Old As opportunities and sharing their experiences Dover Singapore with the current students. Bus Services 33, 96, 151, 183, 196 he school’s official opening was 1965. In 1987, we started our first Pre-University By 1975, New Town was the largest classes with a total of 120 students. These Distinctive Programmes: Tsecondary school in Singapore with classes ceased in 1991 so that we could focus Developing Critical and Inventive Thinkers more than 3540 students. As a result, New on providing secondary education for students. through Visual Communication Town has produced many prominent alumni. Currently, we offer Express and Normal Learning for Life Programme: The alumni still contribute actively to their Academic courses for about 900 students. Developing Confident and Compassionate Student Leaders to Lead, Serve and Excel Enhanced Art Programme

SCHOOL NAME: Subjects Offered Additional Mathematics, Art, Biology, Why are we Chemistry, Chinese, Design & Technology, English, Food & Nutrition, Food & Consumer Conducting activities at a nursing home Beautifying a garden in the community as part of a called New Town Education, Geography, Humanities (Social service learning project Studies, History), Humanities (Social Studies, Secondary? Literature in English), Humanities (Social fter the Second World War, the Housing Studies, Geography), Mathematics, Malay, Committee of Singapore proposed to Physics, Science (Biology, Chemistry), Science skills and values needed for them to be (Physics, Chemistry), Tamil CO-CURRICULAR AND ENRICHMENT holding on to the oars, our students line decentralise the population away from ACTIVITIES: future-ready. up along the beach and conduct their final A the city to build self-contained residential Our old campus was located in Queenstown, CCAs check on their equipment. It is a maiden areas in the suburbs to curb the problem of Singapore’s first satellite town To develop resilience in our students, experience for most of them. Physical Sports: Equipped with Life we organise an Outdoor Adventure & inadequate housing in Singapore. Badminton, Basketball, Football, Softball, Leadership Camp for all our Secondary 3 By braving the water together, overcoming The old campus of the school was then Table Tennis Skills - To be Future- students. the fear of their kayak capsizing and situated in Queenstown Estate, which was the Uniformed Groups: coordinating movements with their team Ready One highlight of this camp is kayaking. first satellite town built in Singapore. That was Girl Guides, NCC (Land), NPCC, Scouts mates, our students learn the importance why the school was named New Town. re you ready for the uncertainties of Standing beside their team mates, with of trust and resilience in teamwork and Visual and Performing Arts: their safety vests properly strapped and Art Club, Concert Band, Chinese tomorrow? Our school provides a wide thinking on their slightly wet feet. Subsequently, when Queenstown Estate range of CCAs and enrichment activities Contemporary Dance, Ethnic Fusion Dance, A matured and there were fewer school going Guzheng Ensemble for students to choose from. Through these children, the school moved to its current site Our school was relocated to Dover Road in Clubs and Societies: activities, our students discover their interests at Dover Road in 1998. December 1998 and talents while developing values and My boys had a great time rock climbing as part of the Multi-level Creative Readers Club, competencies that will prepare them for a Activity Week Programme. More importantly, I believe this sport builds Media & Communications Club rapidly changing world. character and confidence in a child. The instructors were encouraging yet assertive. My boys found their confidence and climbed all the way ART & AESTHETICS TRADITIONS: The opportunities to participate in work attachment at the different industries to the top. They surprised themselves and me! Art is in Our DNA allow our students to get a glimpse of the demands and challenges in the working Mdm Jen Lee, parent of Jaegan and Jaenah Ng, Sec 4 (2019) e have had a strong focus on Art world and help to equip them with the education since our founding in 1965. WStarting with Chinese paintings and sculptures in the earlier years, our students today have the opportunity to experience a variety of media for visual expression. With the implementation of our Applied Learning Programme (ALP) on Visual Communication in 2016, as well as being accorded the Enhanced Art Programme (EAP) in 2017, every Newtowner has the opportunity to learn photography and digital animation. Our Art Gallery was opened in 2018 to provide a platform for Newtowners to showcase their Our Art Gallery provides a platform for Newtowners A great kayaking experience Together, we overcome our fears works and learn from one another. to showcase their works

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OF MATH & SCIENCE HUMANITIES PROGRAMME: www.nushigh.edu.sg The Science of Advocacy very year, more than 200 students gather providing fresh perspectives on issues students with opportunities to go beyond at NUS High School to assume the role of revolving around sustainable development. the curricula requirements. Students lead delegates representing stakeholders at and champion causes that encourage them E Since its inception in 2010, the convention the United Nations. to think critically, solve challenging problems, has provided a dynamic platform for our and develop skills such as public speaking, In their roles, they raise their concerns, student body to foster a deep appreciation of research, media literacy, teamwork, and share their insights and propose solutions to social, economic, political and environmental planning. related issues. issues revolving around the central theme of sustainable development in both local and NUS High hopes to enable our youths to This is part of NUS High’s annual student- global contexts. gain a more well-rounded understanding initiated and student-run event, the of sustainable development and its issues Sustainable Development Youth Convention It is an outgrowth of the unique Humanities through SDYC. (SDYC). This humanities programme brings and English Language & Literature capstone, together the humanities and sciences, the Socrates Programme, which presents 9 1 0 2 ories

NUS High students working on a solar tracker during a Da Vinci class RESEARCH, INNOVATION AND ENTERPRISE PROGRAMME: Student Chairperson, Toh Ya Wei, with the Guest-of-Honour, Professor Danny Quah, Dean of Lee Kuan Yew School of Participants in action during the convention Public Policy Research Close to their Hearts

n 2017, Vijayakumar Ragavi’s grandfather’s brush with cancer prompted her to find SUBJECT INTEREST GROUPS: Iout more about genetic diseases as part of her Advanced Research Project (ARP). So Taking Charge! she, together with her peers Ethan Ho Zi En and Maxine Hong Minxin, worked under ow do our students show that they the guidance of Dr Chrishan Ramachandra care? They form Subject Interest Groups at the National Heart Centre Singapore for H(SIGs)! their ARP on Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy NUS High has seen the birth of 10 SIGs since or HCM. Although a prevalent genetic heart it was founded: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, condition, many people remain unaware of Mathematics, Engineering, English, Current HCM in the world. The team’s research used Affairs, the Humanities, Music and Art, and stem cell technology to detect HCM through – the newest member – Computing Studies.

Enthusiastic students from Quanta - NUS High’s Physics Interest Group NUS High students during the poster presentation at Singapore Science and Engineering Fair blood samples instead of having to perform research endeavours by connecting them Unyielding in their commitment to spread their passion, the students undertake meaningful invasive cardiac biopsies. The team hopes with suitable research institutes and mentors. events and activities with the support from the respective departments. In 2017, the Biology, that this study will lead to more personalized Chemistry and Physics Interest Groups planned interactive activities, innovative science games and targeted treatment for the patients in At NUS High, all students have to complete and an enlivening learning atmosphere for fellow NUS High students as part of Science Carnival. an ARP as part of their graduation the future. Besides clinching the silver award Not to be outdone, the Music & Art Ambassadors showcase their love for the arts via the at the Singapore Science and Engineering requirement and in preparation for the ARP, all students go through the bespoke Da Vinci Aesthetics Appreciation Programme; the English Interest Group cultivates the love of the Fair, Ragavi won the top prize at the 2018 English Language via the Literary Fair and the Engineering Interest Group teams up with non- A*STAR Talent Search. Programme. NUS High’s keystone programme for research, innovation and enterprise is a profit organisations to empower disadvantaged communities. Passionate about science, Ragavi and her six-year programme that nurtures students’ Regardless of the scale of their undertakings, the NUS High SIGs have made a big impression (left to right) team mates are thankful for the various appreciation and understanding of the multi- on all. Top 3 students in 2018 A*STAR Talent Search: Ragavi, research opportunities at NUS High. The and interdisciplinary nature of knowledge STEM Carnival workshop organised by our math and Li Jingtao, Lendermann Markus Paul Zhi-Guang school supports and empowers students’ and research in this fast-changing world. science interest groups

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AN INNOVATIVE CULTURE: STAR RESEARCHERS: having asteroids named after them. Google AT A GLANCE Adding the Algorithmic Touch Our Stellar Students these names in the NASA Database: Address hen Ng Quan Hao, Kyle Zheng Ching frequency of tainted loads in recycling bins, 3 NUS High Students have namesakes 25100 Zhaiweichao 20 Clementi Ave 1, Chan, Winson Heng and Deepak they leveraged their knowledge of artificial- orbiting space! As 1st Grand Award winners 25102 Zhaoye Singapore 129957 Alagusubramanian were wrestling intelligence based programs to help address at the Intel International Science and W 28277 Chengherngyi Phone Number with ideas on how to save the environment, these concerns. CI Singapore discussed with Engineering Fair, they have the honour of little did they realise that they would hit them the practicality of their solutions and 6516 1709 the bin on the head. As part of the NEA provided them with the necessary resources. Environment Challenge for Schools 2019, This led to the birth of a modified bin School Website the four Year 6 computing studies students equipped with a microbit-enabled proximity www.nushigh.edu.sg developed a modified recycling bin and sensor and camera. When an item is dropped an accompanying smartphone application. into the Smart bin, the proximity sensor School Vision The team partnered with Conservation signals the camera which snaps a picture of Future-ready Pioneers, Humanitarians and International (CI) Singapore, a non- the item and, using artificial intelligence- Innovators for the World. governmental organisation that champions based algorithms, smartly identifies whether environmental causes in Singapore, for this the item is recyclable. The item is then sorted How to get there competition. according to its recyclability. Nearest MRT Station Clementi Once the team decided to tackle the The accompanying smartphone application low domestic recycling rate and the high has two main features. The recyclable Bus Services The modified bin with a sensor and camera to identify if 189, 196, 151, 183 the item is recyclable Herng Yi at the Singapore Science Herng Yi married his love for math Zhao Ye and Weichao at the 2007 checker feature utilises similar algorithms and Engineering Fair with a project and origami at NUS High Intel International Science and Distinctive Programmes and allows users to take a photograph of any on origami. He was selected in Engineering Fair Aesthetic Appreciation Programme item to find out whether it is recyclable. The 2011 to represent Singapore at the Intel International Science and Da Vinci Programme (Research, Innovation point reward system enables users to scan QR Engineering Fair and Enterprise) codes at the collection bins and earn points Einstein+ Programme (Talent Development) for every recyclable item dropped in. These Galileo Programme (Space Engineering) points may then be exchanged for rewards Humanities Education like grocery vouchers. VOICING OUR ASPIRATIONS: Internationalisation Programme Socrates Programme (Humanities and The team’s project won the Best Project (Open Languages) Category) and Best Team Presentation (Open On a High Note Category) at the Challenge. Quan Hao, Kyle, ith the birth of the school in Subjects Offered Winson and Deepak donated a part of their 2005, staff and students had the Art, Biology, Chemistry, Chinese, Computing winnings to CI Singapore in support of their Wopportunity to write and compose Studies, Economics, English, English Literature, conservation efforts. The boys hope that their the school song which reflected their dreams Foreign Languages (French or Japanese), technological innovation will make some and aspirations. The NUS High School song Chinese or Malay as Third Language, headway in encouraging more people to was put together by students from the first Geography, Higher Chinese, Higher Malay, The NUS High Team with Emeritus Senior Minister Goh Chok Tong at the competition recycle and to do so correctly in Singapore. Student Council and Dr Emilia Wong, the Higher Tamil, History, Malay, Mathematics current Head of Music and Art Department, and Statistics, Music, Physics and Engineering, arranged the piano accompaniment and Tamil later orchestrated the score for the school CCAs HUMANITARIAN EDUCATION PROGRAMME orchestra. It is a song that will resonate with the staff and students for years to come. Physical Sports: Our pioneer batch of students helped in the Badminton, Basketball, Football, Netball, Rising to the Occasion composition of our school song Outdoor Adventure Club, Table Tennis, Tennis, As part of the pilot for the Humanitarian Truong Hoang Anh and Zhu Jingxi partnered Track & Field, Water Sports Education Programme (HEP) in 2018, a with Lions Befrienders Service Association Uniformed Groups: group of nine NUS High students focused on Singapore and decided to put together NCC (Land), Scouts, St John Brigade injecting a stronger sense of kinship amongst a 2-hour bread-making demonstration TALENT DEVELOPMENT: Visual and Performing Arts: the elderly at Casa Clementi residential area; workshop for the elderly. They aimed to not Astronomy Club, Chess Club, Gavel/Debate and they figured what better way to so do only create opportunities for the elderly to Age is no Club, Journalism Club, Media Club, Robotics, than through the stomach! interact but to also introduce simple and Youth Flying Club healthy recipes for them to try out. Barrier Clubs and Societies: So, the team comprising Ang Zhi Tat, Chong Chinese Orchestra, Dance Club, Drama Club, Kay-En, Goh Ang Yee, Hsiao Yu Jer, Joshua What ensued was weeks of planning he youngest student to pass High School Choir, School Orchestra Raj Selvam, Koh Zi Kai Hubert, Tang Yetong, peppered with days where they had to go Bonds were built between our students and the elderly an NUS module was one of back to the drawing board. Tour Year 1 students. In NUS But the team of nine possessed the perfect curriculum, comprises platforms for students High, age is no barrier in qualifying alchemy for the successful planning and to interact with people from different walks to read university undergraduate execution of the community service project: of life and learn from experts in various modules. With the National adaptability, collaboration, ingenuity and fields. Our Year 5 students are equipped University of Singapore as the humility. On 18 June, the team taught 20 with effective communication, thinking school’s parent organisation, senior citizens how to make bread and crepes and community building skills, and use students can apply to register for without the use of an oven. At the end of creative approaches to prototype solutions NUS modules in their areas of the session, the recipes were compiled into a that contribute to the well-being of people interest and aptitude. booklet printed in the four official languages in our society. It is said that the heart of a for the elderly to take home. country lies not in its modern skylines, trendy Modules read by our students are hangouts or its vibrant nightlife. Instead, its diverse – ranging from Mathematics, The HEP, now an integral aspect of the heart is in its people, and the students at NUS Reading relevant modules in NUS in pursuit of building a Science and Engineering, to Going against the grain - baking without the oven Year 5 Character and Citizenship Education High exemplify this. nanosatellite Literature and Economics.

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LEARNING FOR LIFE PROGRAMME (LLP): REGENT Youth of Today, Leaders of Tomorrow ouths are the future leaders of society. SECONDARY SCHOOL They possess enormous and multi- www.regentsec.moe.edu.sg Ydimensional talents and creative abilities which can be moulded and harnessed in a conducive atmosphere. At Regent, our LLP aims to develop students’ character, leadership and spirit for volunteering. This is achieved through our Student Leadership and Values-in-Action Programme. The Student Leadership programme equips our students with the attitude, knowledge and skills to lead self, peers and community. Values-in-Action (VIA) provides our students Student Leaders taking the leadership pledge during the Student Leaders Investiture with the platforms and opportunities to take action and make a difference in the school The VIA programme was certainly an enriching experience. Many of and community. us had the opportunity to step out of our comfort zones to approach Some of the VIA activities include reaching out residents and raise awareness on how they can save water. to residents in the Yew Tee neighbourhood on water conservation and raising awareness on Ang Cheng Yang Calvin, Sec 3 (2017) prevention of dengue fever. 9 1 0 2 ories

ASPIRATIONS PROGRAMMES:

Taking Dreams, Defining New Paths Values-in-Action: Student Council members helping to clean the rental flats in Limbang Values-in-Action: NWCDC Service Week reams of yesteryear seemed simpler: and work towards their goals. to be a doctor, lawyer, teacher, I found my work attachment accountant... But young people today Discover, Decide, Develop and Dream – these engaging and meaningful D are the four themes that encompass Regent’s are facing more complex and challenging as it taught me how large Aspirations Programme. Students are transitions to adulthood. businesses manage audits. progressively exposed to these themes over APPLIED LEARNING PROGRAMME (ALP): An increasing array of non-linear paths in their four years in Regent. I helped with some work education is open to them and they have which gave me an outside- Underwater highly individualised ways to realise their As students journey through the lower classroom experience. goals. secondary years, they learn how the different subject combinations in upper secondary will Robotics Regent’s Aspirations Programme gives complement and reinforce their strengths. Muhammad Hamizan B Abdullah Sec 5 (2017) o often we talk about making education students the opportunity to understand their This paves the way to their desired goals as relevant. We want our students to own unique viewpoints, actively explore they decide on their paths to realise their Smake connections to the real world diverse possibilities, chart their own paths aspirations. and to see value and relevance in what they are doing in school. We endeavour to In the upper secondary years, students create a learning environment that is both research their post-secondary options and challenging and applicable to the world we embark on work experience and programmes live in. that give them relevant exposure. The activity-based learning environment In the graduating years, students pursue the in ALP engages students and supports the dreams they have shaped. Regent’s signature development of interpersonal skills. Students programmes for the graduating students are given the opportunity to work in groups, include Careers Day and Course Advisory lead project teams and delegate and share Sessions which offer them an opportunity duties. to hear from industry practitioners on the current trends and needs of the industry. The skills and competencies taught in the programme include: This progressive journey leads students to • Scientific inquiry and literacy I like hands-on activities and we got to do things like soldering and complete their secondary school education • Reasoning and problem-solving with confidence as they are poised to take • Design thinking wiring up a circuit. on their desired post-secondary course and • Computational thinking Students visit to LLEC eventually their dream jobs. • Data analysis and the use of technology Sherrinshah Riduan, Sec 1 (2017)

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OUTDOOR EDUCATION: DID YOU KNOW: AT A GLANCE Boundless Zeal for Games Address he Sports Carnival serves as a platform to promote healthy living through sports and to 50 Choa Chu Kang North 5, Classrooms build class and team spirit. More skilful players compete in one category and have the Singapore 689621 he opportunities for learning at Regent Topportunity for greater competition while the students with fewer competitive skills join Phone Number extend far beyond the classroom another category and enjoy a good game. 6765 3828 Tas students take on experiential challenges that build resilience, relationships School Website and leadership. Our Outdoor Education www.regentsec.moe.edu.sg programme offers a progression of experiences culminating in a series of camps for students School Vision across the levels. A Self-Directed Learner. A Confident Leader. In pursuit of Excellence The Outdoor Education programme allows students to disconnect from the distractions How to get there of technology and reconnect with the world Nearest MRT Station outside the school. It provides an opportunity Yew Tee for them to explore the external environment Bus Services in a safe setting, learn from mistakes and Canoeing at Marina Bay 307, 160, 170, 178, 925, 927, 960, 961 develop perseverance and adaptability. The activities are designed to draw from students Using different approaches like problem-based learning and design thinking, tasks are crafted Distinctive Programmes a greater range of skills and talents that they to suit the learning needs of the students. Students take responsibility for their own learning Applied Learning Programme: may never have known they possessed. through various project tasks which integrate several subject disciplines. Underwater Robotics, Coding with Micro-bit, Drones Flight Programming, Music via “Makey Makey” Invention Kit, Aesthetics Modules Secondary 1 students pitting thier gladiator skills (Guitar and Musical Keyboard, iPad Garage JOY OF LEARNING: band, Hip-Hop), Computer Programming – Code for Fun and Digital Maker Making Things Learning for Life Programme: Community Youth Leadership, Speech and Happen Drama classes, Values-in-Action for youth ome of our Secondary Three students volunteerism development, REGENT habits participated in the NUS-Dow Surprising development, Basic/Advanced Leadership Science Workshop and the NUS Forensic Development, Media Literacy Modules (Cyber S Wellness, CIA Ambassador’s Leadership Science Workshop at the Faculty of Science, National University of Singapore. They Development Programme) learned how Science can be applied in the Subjects Offered real world through hands-on activity during Additional Mathematics, Art, Biology, these enrichment workshops. They had a Chemistry, Chinese, Design and Technology, truly fun experience and rediscovered the joy Exercise and Sports Science, English, Food and of learning. Secondary 5 students playing frisbee Students playing netball Nutrition, Geography, History, Humanities Students are examining bugs as they learn more about Forensic Entomology (Social Studies, Geography), Humanities (Social Studies, History), Literature in English, Malay, Principles of Accounts, Science (Chemistry, CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: Biology), Science (Physics, Chemistry) Learning Through Involvement CCAs Physical Sports: CAs are an integral part of our students’ holistic education. Through CCAs, students Badminton, Football, Handball, Netball, discover their interests and talents while developing values and competencies that will Taekwondo Cprepare them for a rapidly changing world. CCAs also promote friendship among students Uniformed Groups: from diverse backgrounds as they learn, play and grow together. Boys’ Brigade, National Police Cadet Corps, CCAs are also crucial in enabling the students to build confidence and realise their potential. National Cadet Corps (Land), Red Cross Visual and Performing Arts: Regent Wind Symphony, Regent Revolution Show Choir, Movement and Dance, English Language and Drama Society Netball girls training Clubs and Societies: AVPA Club, Entrepreneur Club, InfoComm Club, Green Book Club, Robotics Club

Regent students teaching participant the making of spinach muffin as part of DID YOU KNOW: the class’s VIA project Do Good, Feel Good: s part of their VIA project, our Secondary 3 students taught a group of elderly how to prepare spinach muffins. Not only could the elderly interact with the younger generation, they could also practise their culinary skills. Regent Show Choir performing at B-dazzled Singapore Show Choir A Uniformed groups of Regent

116 117 RIVER VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL www.rivervalleyhigh.moe.edu.sg RIVER VALLEY DEVELOPING 21ST CENTURY COMPETENCIES AND PROMOTING LEARNING BEYOND THE CLASSROOM: HIGH SCHOOL Construct. Integrate. Differentiate. www.rivervalleyhigh.moe.edu.sg hrough a collaboration with the National CID4+ is a signature programme experienced Museum of Singapore (NMS), Phoebe Tan by all Year 4 students. Working collaboratively Tand her group members were trained to with their peers, students are given the time curate oral histories of Singaporeans during and space to pursue their interests and the Japanese Occupation. One of the oral passions. The choice of topics they can pursue histories curated by the group was even can be diverse, ranging from the Humanities selected by NMS to be featured in its Witness and Sciences to exploring leadership within to War exhibition last year. communities and even the Aesthetics Arts. With a teacher-mentor guiding each What Phoebe and her group members went group through the entire process, students through is only a sample of what students Student presenting her group’s CID project to the become active participants in constructing Director of Schools Ms Liew Wei Li at the Big E! can expect with the CID4+ programme here knowledge that transcends their classrooms. at River Valley High School. This experience This yearlong programme culminates in a gave the students further insight into how Learning Symposium where students exhibit history is documented by the professionals. their projects and share their experiences.

While [the accounts of our interviewee] made the Japanese Occupation seem frighteningly real to us, we were also moved by her stories of compassion, strength and grit that saw her through very

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ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND VALUE CREATION: Riding The TIDE at #startathon Junior Brainstorming session Coder, Maker, Dealer, Empathiser, Designer. In 2017, RV’s team impressed judges from whenever sounds are detected – and LEADERSHIP AND CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT: Nanyang Technopreneurship Centre (NTC), emerged champions in the competition. This ounds alien? Not to our Year 3s who Nanyang Technological University, National affirms our TIDE programme which seeks Tackle a pandemic in 15 hours? No sweat! attend River Valley’s (RV) entrepreneurship University of Singapore, Fintech & Innovation to establish a culture of innovation and master classes as part of our Technology, magine that a pandemic illness has broken S Group at OCBC, and raiSE (Singapore Centre creative play through student collaboration Innovation, Design and Entrepreneurship out in Singapore. You are now a member of for Social Enterprise) with their prototype and empowerment to develop our students’ (TIDE) Programme. From app coding, business a health statutory board while your peers – a hearing-aid arm kit which sends visual entrepreneurial dare and empathy for the I modelling, media design and product design to take on the role of the Immigration and input to the elderly or the hearing impaired needy in our community. developing ideas into viable business ventures, Checkpoints Authority officers. You have 15 our students are ready to take on the world! hours to handle the situation. Every year, selected students take part in In River Valley High School’s Leadership #startathon Junior, a two-day-one-night and Character Development signature nation-wide competition. Apart from event, the Youth. Leverage Educate Actuate applying their entrepreneurial skills and Develop (Y.LEAD) Seminar, participants race validating their business ideas, they ideate to formulate action plans and standard and build their prototype in our state of the operating procedures (SOPs) for imaginative art Fab Lab, which is equipped with advanced scenarios such as this. They must come up with prototyping and computer-aided design prototypes and present their solutions in the ‘Doctors’ from the World Health Organisation equipment. form of skits while pushing their physical and mental limits. The solutions presented at the as students dance to a remix of classics, put up a international participants, the Y.LEAD Brainstorming for ideas The champion team from RV testing their visual aid annual Y.LEAD Seminar are most impressive news broadcast and several dramatic skits. Seminar aims to develop students’ 21st device for the hearing impaired Century competencies, heighten their The 15 Hour Challenge has always been a awareness of global social challenges and highlight of the Y.LEAD Seminar and it has empower them to become future leaders had different themes every year, ranging who can make a positive change to society. from Super Heroes to Military Resistance. In 2017, 800 young leaders from various Given the large number of international countries such as South Korea, China, Japan participants taking part in this large scale event, and the US participated in the seminar. students have the opportunity to broaden their Participants engaged in activities that put network of international friends, develop their their knowledge and skills acquired during global perspective, engage in cross-cultural the seminar to the test. learning and learn to work with people from different cultural backgrounds. Student leadership has traditionally been a mainstay of River Valley High School’s Other activities in the seminar include panel curriculum. Organised and run by Year 5 discussions, games, learning journeys, Cross- Drawing a card for their gameplay students for all Year 3 students and our Cultural Night and Commencement Night. Participants of #startathon Junior 2017

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EDUCATION AND CAREER GUIDANCE EXPERIENCE: QUALITY PROGRAMMES: AT A GLANCE The Heart of Your Future RV is an S.I.A. school! Address lways wanted to know what the job of VHS moved 7 times in a span of 62 years 1994 and was given the green light to run the 6 Boon Lay Avenue, an urban farmer or a science researcher and as it moved, it evolved to meet the Integrated Programme in 2010. Now, we are Singapore 649961 Ais like? RV’s flagship Year 4 Education Rchanging needs of the students. From one of the only two Special Assistance Plan, Phone Number and Career Guidance (ECG) Experience is a being the first Chinese government school Integrated Programme, Autonomous S.I.A. 6567 8115 specially designed exploratory programme to a Special Assistance Plan school in 1979, schools in Singapore. that prepares our students for life by RV was awarded the Autonomous status in School Website increasing their awareness of career options www.rivervalleyhigh.moe.edu.sg and the skills needed at the workplace. School Vision What it does is to give our students the A world-class institution that develops leaders chance to find an urban farmer or researcher of distinction for Singapore. and talk to them about their work to find out more. With a myriad of activities such as How to get there career talks with professionals from different Nearest MRT Station walks of life, fireside chats with university Boon Lay undergraduates and a comprehensive MBTI personality profiling workshop designed Bus Services 99, 157, 172, 174E, 198, 502, 502A, SS4, NR5

Learning Journey to the Singapore Press Holdings Distinctive Programmes Integrated Programme to give students greater awareness of their olds in choice of career path”, 18 July 2015) to Special Assistance Programme own learning styles and career preferences, commend RV for “the efforts by the teachers CID (Construct Integrate Differentiate) they are able to explore viable future options involved and the school for arranging Our IP students Subjects Offered with a view to making informed decisions. this well-thought-out activity” as the ECG Additional Mathematics, Art, Biology, The programme also inculcates in students Experience was “a well-defined learning Chemistry, Chinese, Design and Technology, an appreciation for all occupations and an activity that truly benefited the students”. English, Exercise and Sports Science, Food awareness of how they contribute to a well- We’re proud of our new programme and TALENT DEVELOPMENT: and Consumer Education, Geography, functioning society. A reader of the TODAY look forward to seeing new generations History, Higher Chinese, Literature in Chinese, paper, Lim Lih Mei, wrote a forum letter uncover their paths to the working world. Literature in English, Mathematics, Music, (“Top marks for camp that helped 16-year- RV’s GEMs Self-initiated interview with Dr Deng Rensheng of ASTAR Physics n RV, every student is a GEM and is polished by our school through an inclusive, CCAs Iintegrated talent development framework Physical Sports: – Grow, Excel, Magnify – which caters to Badminton, Basketball (Boys), Cross Country BUILDING STUDENTS’ INDEPENDENCE AND BICULTURAL ACUMEN: * a range of talents in various domains. (Girls), Floorball, Football (Boys), Netball, To develop students’ talents, there are 6 Softball, Wushu, Table Tennis, Volleyball * Nurturing Students’ Bicultural Acumen Through an Overseas Academies that are wellresourced with their (Girls), Ultimate Frisbee Experiential Learning Programme own custom-built rooms, partnerships with Uniformed Groups: industries and Institutes of Higher Learning, Girl Guides, National Cadet Corps, National and opportunities for local and overseas Police Cadet Corps, Scouts, St. John week away from loved ones in a These sessions are integrated with their critical awareness that will serve them well. * foreign land might seem daunting for own extensive research prior to the trip, The SAP experience has opened doors of exposure. Students can become Science Ambulance Brigade, Ventures & Rovers Amost 14 year olds, but it is a challenge on the multiple facets of China during the opportunities for many RVians , and this Leaders, Bicultural Leaders, Environmental Visual and Performing Arts: readily accepted by RVians. Year 2 Construct, Integrate, Differentiate invaluable set of skills will continue to serve Leaders, Mathematics Leaders, Humanities Chinese Literary, Drama and Debate Society, (CID) lessons, which is our signature critical RVians well into the future. and Social Science Leaders, while honing Bicultural Leaders Academy students learning about Chinese Orchestra, Choir, Concert Band, Dance After all, they are on a learning adventure thinking and research skills programme. their leadership competencies. America’s involvement in the Vietnam War Society, English Literary, Drama and Debate visiting different parts of China to learn more Society, Guitar Ensemble# about its culture and traditions, and China’s After returning to Singapore from the trip, Clubs and Societies: economy through industrial visits, as part of RV students share their learning and the SELF-DIRECTED STUDENTS: Art Club#, Entrepreneur Club*, Humanities RV’s Year 2 Overseas Experiential Learning memories forged with their classmates at our & Current Affairs Society*, Infocomm Programme (OELP) and SAP experience. school’s Learning Symposium which is held No Need for a School Bell! Club, Mind Sports Club*, Photography annually for all RVians to view the work of Club*, Public Address Club*#, Service and Students mingle with their Chinese their peers. any parents appreciate the schooling Citizenship Society*, Singapore Youth Flying counterparts at local schools and every night, experience that RV provides, and Club*^, Student Editorial Club*, Bicultural they attend a teacher-led sharing session to Through this programme and the trip, Mcontinue to send their children to Academy#, Humanities and Social Sciences consolidate and reflect on the day’s activities. students develop cultural quotient and RV. In fact, one grandmother graduated in Leaders Academy#, Mathematics Leaders 1961, her daughter graduated in 1991 and Academy#, Science Leaders Academy#, The Eco- her granddaughter is currently in Year 3. Sustainability Leadership Academy#, Student Harvesting the long beans They were featured in MediaCorp Channel Leadership Development Academy# 8 Tuesday Report’s “When the School Bell Rings” on 25 July 2017 and shared their happy memories of the school. One of the changes the alumni noticed was that RV no longer relies on the school bell to indicate a change of periods as our students are self-directed and follow their given timetables. They also noted that school life has also become more This may not ring a bell with our current students as it * Years 5 & 6 only vibrant with a lot more learning opportunities was used in the 1950s and now resides comfortably in # Years 1 – 4 can take this as a second CCA Watching a cultural performance at The Master of Nets Garden, Suzhou The art of Chinese painting for our students to grow holistically! our school’s heritage centre ^ External CCA

120 121 SCHOOL OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY, SINGAPORE www.sst.edu.sg SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND OVERSEAS LEARNING EXPERIENCE: TECHNOLOGY, SINGAPORE Bringing Home Overseas Learning www.sst.edu.sg I was so excited to travel with my schoolmates. I was expecting the teacher I got to see real-world issues “to bring us to the landmarks and cultural from a different perspective centres to deepen our cultural understanding and learnt how communities of China. However, the trip did more than use different approaches that.” As a Secondary 1 student, Matthew Tan to overcome 21st-century traveled to Beijing as part of SST’s Overseas challenges. The advocacy Learning Experience. programme has made it more Matthew contemplated, “The trip was a meaningful, allowing me to humbling experience. I learnt and explored make a positive impact on knowledge beyond the textbooks.” the society I live in. This is In SST, all students get to travel to meet learning the SST way. counterparts within the ASEAN region and beyond. As they hone their collaborative Xie Zun Kye, another Secondary 2 student, SST’s students have worked with external partners such skills in joint projects, students also take reflected as the Public Utilities Board, Dementia Friendly Singapore the opportunity to observe their new and Singapore Cancer Society environments closely. The students’ heightened awareness is the result of SST’s Active Citizenship Education programme. On completing their Secondary 1 cohort-wide overseas experiences, students 9 1

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30 ACE leaders, 65 student volunteers, 16 teacher volunteers and SST alumni Jasper Koh getting a first look at the SSTuino with his classmates assisted in distributing food bags to over 400 CHANGEMAKERS PROGRAMME: underprivileged families. Watch their reflections here. Advocacy has extended SST’s Overseas Learning Experience From Embracing Change to Effecting Change Students also collaborate with regional schools on advocacy outreach hat is the most intriguing item The programme provides lower secondary Secondary 1 and the ChangeMakers Innofest in your booklist? For Jasper Koh, students with an integrated learning in Secondary 2. Wit was the SSTuino, a micro- experience towards developing the attitudes DISCOVER PROGRAMME: controller that facilitates ICT learning and attributes of an innovator with an Currently in his second year, Jasper is looking under the ChangeMaker Programme for entrepreneurial mind. Building on what forward to more learning adventures as Discovering What’s Next a ChangeMaker. Looking back on his first lower secondary students. Students learn they have learnt in design, innovation and assionate about robotics and electrical Reflecting on his experience, Zheng Jie said, “The programme has given me more motivation to to programme the SSTuino and use it for entrepreneurship and information and year, he relishes the experience of tapping engineering, Tan Zheng Jie has always pursue my interest in engineering. I have learnt that designing an engineering system requires prototyping their projects as part of the SST communication technology, they apply their on skills across various disciplines in problem Pwondered about possible careers in detailed planning and being able to adapt to constraints. Apart from future aspirations, a more ChangeMakers Programme. skills in the SST-3M InnoScience Challenge in solving. those fields. At the Singapore University immediate reward is applying what I have learnt. And I did this recently through helping my of Technology and Design (SUTD), he was juniors in the SUTD EV Design Challenge.” inspired by how design and engineering work hand in hand to produce an energy efficient Electric Vehicle (EV). The SUTD-SST Big D Camp is one of the experiences under the Discover Programme for year 4 students. Through unique out- of-classroom experiences, students uncover strengths and interests.

Tan Zhengjie and his friends built a low-cost vehicle A team comprising SST’s alumni and current students at the SUTD EV Design Challenge Waxing lyrical about the The SSTuino is a microcontroller designed by alumni SUTD-SST Big D Camp, of SST Zheng Jie said, “The SUTD EV Camp allowed me to see how conceptual knowledge can be applied to real- Students working on prototypes world design, and exposed me to the learning style in The self-directed learning approach and the unique buffet of learning In this video, the winners Students developed proposals university.” opportunities will prepare me well for the dynamic world of tomorrow. of the SST-3M InnoScience to improve the quality of life Challenge, explain the for our elderly at the 2018 Through workshops and learning journeys to educational institutions and industry organisations, students gain Jasper mused background behind their idea. ChangeMaker Innofest. insights into possible career pathways

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INDUSTRIAL AND RESEARCH ATTACHMENT: DID YOU KNOW: AT A GLANCE How would you like to be a researcher for a term? ICT learning > Coding? Address ave you ever found an area of science Their experience had in turn inspired their juniors to also embark on a research about eggs but 1 Technology Drive, o you know that ICT learning extends While students acquire fundamental skills as Singapore 138572 more interesting than another? Or focusing on health science. Through their investigations, Alya Sufiyah’s team discovered that beyond coding? Students in SST have a cohort, they can progress along different Hrealised that some experiments require washing eggs would remove the protective layer on the egg, leading to bacteria growth. In a Dthe flexibility to develop skills relating routes. Should they wish to deepen their Phone Number you to pull in knowledge from different twist, the students had to challenge their findings at N&N Agriculture, where eggs are washed to a programmer, maker and designer. learning in programming or design, they 6571 7200 concepts? If you have answered yes to one of and waxed! can pick up skills in ethical hacking and those questions, the SST Investigative Skills in cybersecurity or learn more about user School Website Science (ISS) Module may excite you! interface and user experience design. www.sst.edu.sg ISS enables all secondary 2 students to Beyond problem-based challenges, students School Vision spend a term developing a science project or have leveraged ICT skills to improve their own A global leader in transforming learning research of their choice in place of regular learning. For example, students co-create classes. Students can explore different topics knowledge through their own Humanities How to get there and are mentored by teachers. iBooks in place of published textbooks. Nearest MRT Station Caitlin, Celine and Ummus wanted to help Dover engineers design cages that minimise Bus Services Among the trailblazers in this breakage of eggs. So they carried out an video, look out for SST Inc 14, 74, 105, 106, 147, 166, 185 experiment to determine the strength of designer, Maya Elisha Bte AS, who challenges a commonly an eggshell at different points. The three held notion that app building Distinctive Programmes is just about coding. SST offers a distinctive 4-year secondary friends also took their learning to the next Students are able to learn skills such as python coding, level through SST’s Industrial and Research prototyping and videography as a cohort programme for university-bound students Attachment Programme (IRAP) at N&N who want a solid academic foundation, Agriculture. particularly in Science, Technology, Engineering, Aesthetics and Mathematics (STEAM) and immersion in real world DID YOU KNOW: applications. Holistic education is emphasised through Students are The Best Advocates of the offering of various programmes and opportunities for Cognitive, Social-Affective, Digital Citizenship Physical, Character, Leadership and Citizenship Other projects explored in ISS Watch the video produced by development; in the process steering include the development of Alya and her teammates at the ver wondered how parents of SST on areas such as improving security and students towards acquiring higher order a natural pH indicator using end of their attachment at N & N common kitchen materials and Agriculture! manage their children’s use of MacBook productivity when using a learning device. cognitive, innovative and entrepreneurial an attempt to measure the mass Caitlin, Celine and Ummus at the East Zone A*STAR Science Fair; Alya at the International Students Science Fair in a 1:1 computing school? For starters, mindsets, competencies and skills to meet the of Jupiter. Check out the ISS Blog E As a 1:1 school, cyberwellness is an for more exciting projects! all MacBooks are termed as learning devices challenges and needs of the 21st Century. essential component of student learning. to emphasise the intent of harnessing ICT Highlights of SST’s programmes include the to optimise learning. SST holds a series of Our students go beyond imbibing the Active Citizenship Programme , the Talent Parents Engagement Programmes for our tenets of digital citizenship to advocating Development Programme, ChangeMakers TALENT DEVELOPMENT: Secondary 1 parents, led by our student Cyber core values to peers, juniors from other Programme for lower secondary, the Discover Wellness Ambassadors (CWSA). The CWSAs schools, parents of SST and even educators Camp and a range of applied subjects for INCredible Solutions plan, organise and conduct sharing sessions at various platforms. upper secondary. hat’s a great way to learn your The companies in SST Inc engage clients as AutoDesk, Apple and Google. Sometimes mother tongue? Before you can such as KK Hospital and SportsSG, producing they end up with job offers.“ Subjects Offered utter “flashcards”, Axios Yeo, games, learning apps and productivity Additional Mathematics, AS-Computing +, W “To the relief of my principal and parents, AS-Biotechnology, AS-Electronics, AS-Design Shannen Samuel Rajoo, Sebastain Choo and solutions. Mirroring the start-up world, Studies, Biology, ChangeMakers Programme, Yee Jia Chen will be quick to promote their the companies even conduct mergers and and dismay of those kids, I’ve always gotten every one home.” he chuckled. Chemistry, Chinese, English, Higher Chinese, app to you. PortableCL helps users learn acquisitions! Higher Malay, Higher Tamil, Humanities Chinese, without having to deal with spoilage (Geography, History, Social Studies), Malay, or loss of flashcards. What’s more, users can A year-end performance review with the SST Inc. Chairman, Mr Aurelius Yeo, serves Mathematics, Physical Education, Physics, learn the strokes, definitions and context Need a digital solution? Scan Science, Tamil as a selection mechanism to qualify students this QR code to reach out to associated with a word. The app can be SST Inc! downloaded for free. You see, the students for a trip to Silicon Valley. Mr Yeo, who is CCAs are members of SST Inc, a tech conglomerate also SST’s Head of Education Technology, Physical Sports: that develops solutions for the community. said,” Students get to visit tech giants such Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Fencing, Floorball, Football, Taekwondo Student leaders helping parents navigate the world of ICT learning Uniformed Groups: Scouts (Air) Visual and Performing Arts: English Drama Club, Guitar Ensemble, Media DID YOU KNOW: Club, Show Choir Clubs and Societies: A School Without School Bells Astronomy Club, Robotics Club, Singapore ince the school’s establishment, there has been no school bells to indicate when classes end. Youth Flying Club Students are expected to be self-directed learners and this is an instance in which they take Sresponsibility for managing their time.The school does, however, have a bell to remind students to go home at the end of the day. With the myriad ways in which they get to explore and deepen their talents, time does fly when learners experience the joy of learning!

The developers of Portable CL Students learning about Tesla Technologies during their trip to Silicon Valley

124 125 SWISS COTTAGE SECONDARY SCHOOL www.swisscottagesec.moe.edu.sg SWISS COTTAGE APPLIED LEARNING PROGRAMME (ALP): clean water to vulnerable communities who Talent Development Programme, enhancing don’t have access to it. their knowledge of science and technology SECONDARY SCHOOL Science to Save Our beyond the classroom. www.swisscottagesec.moe.edu.sg To introduce the Secondary Two students to Planet the world of engineering, they are tasked to They take on investigative projects and join create a wind-powered mobile. Following competitions to challenge themselves. They How can we meet the needs of today, which, our students use the Design Thinking also become science ambassadors to fellow without depleting our resources? Process to make further improvements to Swiss students and students from overseas. How can we use science to secure the future their prototype. They learn about renewable energy, and use recycled materials. Equipped with the knowledge and will to of our planet? act, these students are well on their way to f you think that such big conundrums are For our students with a greater interest in saving our planet! only for scientists and environmentalists, the sciences, they get to join our Science Ithink again. At Swiss Cottage, our students explore such Exploring science through questions through their Science lessons and knowledge of sustainable Applied Sciences programme. development helps me to see the world differently and not When students enter at Secondary 1, they are introduced to Applied Sciences concepts take it for granted. infused in normal lessons. They learn about material and environmental science, and Insyirah Nabilah Bte Mohd Faizal, Sec 2 (2019) how it can be applied in the real world. For example, in the Paper Towel research project, our students experimented on different brands of paper towels to find Scan for video on the 9 Thoughtful Leadership 1 out how durable and value for money they 0

Programme in Swiss 2 are. This leads to the learning of filtration Cottage concepts and how filters are used to create ories clean water. They brainstorm ways to bring Students checking measurements from the data logger

TALENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME: Imagination, Ideas, Solution! “Of course we should allow extra-terrestrial beings to live amongst us. To deny friendship with ultra-intelligent beings is a danger to us and our survival!” uch ideas may sound odd, but considering unlikely events has helped to expand Sstudents’ worldview beyond their immediate knowledge and encouraged them Swiss students on an immersion trip to Japan and enjoying the cultural experiences offered to think creatively. To prepare the students in the Talent LEARNING FOR LIFE PROGRAMME (LLP): Development Programme (TDP), they Students simulate challenges faced by the elderly The World is Our Classroom research on various topics, from marginalised At the Global Round, they go against scholars zone. But it has helped them grow more communities, to smart technology and even near and far, from Vietnam, to Australia, to confident of themselves. Last year, the team t Swiss Cottage, you may find students to gain a deeper understanding about the to learn about their sophisticated SMART and unsolved mysteries. But the motion could be Abu Dhabi. It was eye-opening to interact flew to Tennessee in the U.S. to compete on role-playing as world leaders, defending challenges migrant workers face. green technology, while appreciating their anything—and they have to think on their with people from such diverse backgrounds. the world stage. Atheir country’s immigration policies. rich history. feet, and out of the box. They decide if they want to isolate their Takeaways? Our students learn about global Besides the WSC, TDP students get to choose The programmes in the TDP focus on issues and how they affect us locally. These global experiences widen students’ “The programme is tough, because we have from a variety of programmes that suit their developing students’ critical and inventive country or open their doors wide. After to learn things outside the curriculum. But we learning about each country’s needs, they perspectives of what’s going on around them. interests. thinking. Those in the programme enjoy The learning continues in the real world too. At the same time, they grow confidence in get to learn fascinating facts like black markets the intellectual challenge and the unique debate the pros and cons of immigration. and untold histories. It’s general knowledge Some take part in the Global Issues Problem Secondary 2 students get to pick a country navigating in our increasingly interconnected experiences offered. For students who want Through this, they learn why some countries world. that we have never thought about.” Solving (GIPS) Programme. They go deep into to expand their horizons, the sky is the limit. of their choice to broaden their perspectives a pressing world issue, such as Education are so resistant to immigrants. They also The students train hard in preparation for learn why some risk their lives to leave their about the country. Some choose Bangkok, Disparity or Climate Change, and come up Thailand to find out more about their cultural the World Scholar’s Cup (WSC), and set their homelands. Through Glocal Perspective, with possible solutions. They evaluate the heritage, while others choose Ho Chi Minh eyes on the Global Round. Each year, the If it doesn’t say you can’t, it I have learnt to take multiple effectiveness of a solution, a skill they have This takes place during our Glocal Perspectives City, Vietnam to serve community needs. qualified teams get to compete in places like found useful in everyday life. means you can. You’ve got to perspectives and have a better Hanoi and Beijing. (GP) Programme, which introduces global be imaginative in solving the and local issues to the students. Immigration Selected students have the opportunity to understanding of the world Others take part in Destination Imagination. And they enjoy the process too. problems. That’s the fun part. has a Singaporean context, too. Students learn about technological advancements around me. Here they hone their creative thinking to learn about why people, including migrant in Osaka. Geography students get hands- “We are very close to our teammates because we solve challenges. The competition also has Isabelle Hakim, Sec 4 (2019) workers, migrate to Singapore. At the end of on with coastal fieldwork investigations in work so hard together. It was also fun to make a performance element too. For some, the year, they visit local worker dormitories Sedili. Others embark on a trip to Shanghai Semanti Bandyopadhyay, Sec 2 (2019) friends with people from all over the world.” dramatisation is a step out of their comfort

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ALP (DREAM MAKERS): STUDENT-INITIATED PROJECTS: AT A GLANCE Excited to Invent! What new initiative will you start? Address ave you seen a vending machine that 3 Bukit Batok Street 34, It started out as a hobby. Over the years, self-initiated projects have Singapore 659322 dispenses goodies when a correct gained traction in Swiss Cottage. henever they could, they would Hanswer is given for a Math question? Phone Number How about a basketball hoop that lights up make their way to the field to play In 2017, a group of Secondary 3 students 6563 7173 with each shot? These are some of the toys WUltimate Frisbee. Then it became from the Publication and Media Club (PMC) you will find presented by Swiss students regular sessions. And as their desire to see produced a video to commemorate all the School Website during the ALP showcase. improvements grew stronger, they started Secondary 4 leaders for their contributions to www.swisscottagesec.moe.edu.sg to organise weekly trainings. the school. They called it the Memory Lane One is the “Piano Spinner”, with rainbow Project. School Vision Today, Ultimate Frisbee is a thriving panels and a wheel that can spin to attract Thoughtful Leaders. young children’s attention. It comes with interest group. Besides taking part in (and A conversation about poor handwriting among instructions to teach children dancing and winning!) tournaments, they have also peers became the catalyst for an initiative to How to get there jumping actions. started to organise their own tournaments. teach good penmanship. The Secondary 4 students spent several afternoons conducting Nearest MRT Stations Bukit Batok, Bukit Gombak These products are some of the prototypes Calligraphy workshops. designed and produced by the Swiss Cottage Bus Services Share-a-tot was a project to spread positivity. 187, 188, 985, 945 students as part of their six-month inter- Swiss students brainstorming their toy invention With a blackboard and some chalks, this group disciplinary project. The products are then of students encouraged their peers to share Distinctive Programmes exhibited to their peers and juniors who are With what they have learned, they have free play to create a product; from an aid for the words of kindness with one another. By the Applied Learning Programme: curious to learn the mechanisms behind the end of the project, the blank slate became a Applied Sciences for Sustainable Development automated toys. elderly, tools to protect the environment, to I really enjoyed this entire even carnival toys! The possibilities are as rainbow canvas of encouraging words. Learning for Life Programme: project. It was interesting to Thoughtful Leadership Programme (Glocal The students embark on a series of programmes endless as their imagination. These initiatives show an independent spirit which include lessons on Design Thinking, be able to programme my Perspectives, Values in Action, Student own toy. that has been ignited. What will ignite your Leadership) technology-infused lessons to learn Arduino spirit today? or a Micro:bit board programming. They then Swiss Ultimate Team in action Scan for video on Subjects Offered attend Design and Technology lessons to Dream Makers Bernyce Goh, Sec 3 (2019) Additional Mathematics, Art, Biology, produce the outer casing, culminating in an Chemistry, Chinese, Computer Applications, attractive casing for their toy. CCA – MILITARY BAND: Design and Technology, English, Food and Nutrition, Food Studies, Geography, Marching to a New Beat! Humanities (Social Studies, Geography), Humanities (Social Studies, History), STUDENT DEVELOPMENT: alk past the military band room at As the only National Cadet Corps Command Swiss Cottage, and you might stop Band in Singapore, Swiss Winds also Humanities (Social Studies, Literature in English/Literature in Malay), Higher Art, in your tracks – because they’re performs at World War II Commemoration Let’s Hang Out W Higher Chinese, Higher Malay, Higher listening to Adele. ceremonies organised by the SAF Veterans Tamil, History, Literature in English, ead down the quiet stairwell behind League and the annual Remembrance Day. Malay, Mathematics, Music, Physics, the canteen, and you may be surprised “We aren’t taking a break!” says Sabrina Rifqah, the Secondary Three Cornet In 2016, the band marched around the Science (Chemistry, Biology), Science Hto discover a spacious room with a pool (Physics,Chemistry), Principles of Account, sectional leader, “we are learning our next Istana grounds during the Chinese New table, plush sofas, board games and even a Smart Electrical Technology, Tamil Nintendo Wii! performance piece.” Year Open House, entertaining the public. Students manage the space themselves and They’ve already learned “Hello” by Adele With the many accolades under their belt, CCAs and “Counting Stars” by One Republic and what do they feel most proud of? Physical Sports: also plan afternoon activities for their peers. Badminton (Girls), Basketball, Bowling (Boys), Those looking for a comfortable place to play are looking out for the latest hits for future showpieces. “Our military cadet corps uniform!” says Floorball, Football (Boys) games with friends often make their way Danielle Goh, a Secondary Two clarinettist, here. It is a fun way to learn leadership and Uniformed Groups: This does not mean that Swiss Winds cannot “And being able to dance and groove along Boys’ Brigade, Girl Guides, National Cadet organisational skills as they take ownership be serious. They have participated in the to the music while we are performing!” of this space. Corps, National Police Cadet Corps (Boys), Planning activties for their peers at D’Hangout Students playing pool at D’Hangout Military Tattoo in SEA Games 2015 and are Scouts, St. John Brigade seasoned participants in the National Day Visual and Performing Arts: Parade almost yearly. Dance, Chinese Orchestra, Choir, Drama, Malay Dance, National Cadet Corps Command STUDENT LEADERSHIP: Band Clubs and Societies: To Walk in the Shoes of Others Media Club, Swiss Naturalists, Science and Technology What is the best way to empathise with someone who is different from you? ou walk in their shoes, of course. Or, for us Swiss, we wear their gloves. It is hard to feel much with thick gloves on. Just imagine the difficulty you will have losing your sense Yof touch. That is exactly what the student councillors wanted their peers to experience! In order to help their peers understand the challenges many elderly folks have, Swiss Cottage student councillors started the Eldercare Project. One tool they designed is a pair of blurred spectacles that participants wear in order to experience what limited vision feels like. With the blurred spectacles on, participants find their way through a simulated clinic and go through an eye test. Through these experiential activities, the participants experience first-hand, the challenges that the elderly may experience. Swiss Winds at the Istana Students simulate challenges faced by the elderly

128 129 TECK WHYE SECONDARY SCHOOL www.teckwhyesec.moe.edu.sg TECK WHYE SCIENCE INNOVATION: SECONDARY SCHOOL The Orchid Whisperers www.teckwhyesec.moe.edu.sg he orchid is an important national symbol whose work with plants inspired the home to contact “The Wish” - a in Singapore. Our national flower is an programme to help Singaporeans realise their dreams. Recognising Mr Torchid, visiting dignitaries have orchids Tan’s passion for plants, the students showed him the hybridisation named after them and every day, hundreds of process and gave him his own orchid to place in the community garden at tourists buy home fresh orchids or an orchid- Society of the Aged Sick. themed souvenir from Singapore. Watch the episode of Put your creativity and talent to the test! (It’s safer than Jurassic World!) “The Wish” here In TWSS, our students are exposed to orchids too. However, they do not just study them, they work together like matchmakers and “marry” two orchid species to create a new one! Since its start in 2012, the Orchid Hybridisation Programme (OHP), has seen its students produce two species, Phalaenopsis Teck Whye Secondary School and Dendrobium TWSS50. What was exciting for the students was watching their orchid “babies” grow and develop and then, like proud parents, presenting these orchids at official functions where they confidently explain the

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NATIONAL EDUCATION: Creative robotics experience through authentic thinking exposure Citizenry Experience APPLIED LEARNING PROGRAMME (ALP): ith sweat dripping down their faces and their legs numb, Teck Whyeans commemorated Designing Life by Thinking Total Defence Day with a 40 minute lockdown drill, experiencing what it would feel ver wish you could go back to your Wlike if an active threat was roaming around the school. childhood days where you spent hours I enjoyed the ideating and prototyping process the most. We Following that experience, the next part of the day was spent on Total Defence Day Ecreating new items with lego blocks? Well, designed and built a frog and made its hind legs move with software commemoration activities which included an assembly programme, classroom-based discussions you could probably get your wish and learn to commands. The fun part was coming together as a group to see how and game activities in the school foyer. make an item which might just help you feel a many possible ways we could get the frog to clear obstacles. Not only Enjoying their rations little like Tony Stark in The Avengers! was it challenging, it was very fun as well! Using LEGO ® educational solutions, students However, the highlight of the day was the are exposed to creative problem-solving Isyraf Nor Irfan Bin Borhanudin, Sec 3 much-awaited recess period. Students were skills and will stretch their creativity when issued with ration coupons that entitled they build LEGO ® robotic sets to complete them to basic hardship staples such as sweet specific tasks. potatoes and plain porridge. Helping students to decide on which robotic Although the food was plain, the students set to build would be the approach of Design appreciated the experience and learnt Thinking (DT), where the user of the end- that food was hard to come by during the product is consulted for feedback. This helps war-time years. An interesting twist to the the students to build empathy for the user’s learning experience was the flourishing black needs and helps them ideate and prototype a market of snacks which teachers noticed design that will benefit the end-user. some of the students had brought to school! As such, our ALP serves to connect academic Through a whole day of commemorative knowledge in Science, Technology, activities, the students learnt that peace Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) with cannot be taken for granted and that hands-on training to transform abstract working together, regardless of race or STEM concepts into tangible teaching and religion, for the good of society, is the best learning experiences. Admiring what a little creativity can do Discussing how best to contribute towards the Total Defence of Singapore way to keep safe our way of life.

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INTERNATIONALISATION: DID YOU KNOW: AT A GLANCE TWSS Overseas You Can Be a Star! Address Learning very 2 years, our budding performing our performing artists, synergises their talent 31 Teck Whye Crescent, artistes are given a platform at a public and allows them that magic moment to be Singapore 688848 nitially reluctant to get into the muddy Eperformance venue to showcase their stars in their own right. Phone Number pond, our Secondary Three students were talents. Celebrating their achievements from 6769 1386 Isoon knee-deep in the mud, scrambling the previous year’s SYF showcase, our dancers to catch five very slippery catfish! Although and musicians perform for their friends, Watch our artistes School Website they were soon covered in mud, hearty perform! www.teckwhyesec.moe.edu.sg laughter and happy grins signalled the end family and members of the public. Known as of the activity as students posed happily ArtSynergy, this exposure builds resilience in School Vision with their wriggling fish. A community of future-ready learners who lead, serve and achieve. This was part of an activity held to let the students try out fishing in the Mekong Delta How to get there in Vietnam. Being away from home and Nearest MRT Station living for five days with their friends and Choa Chu Kang teachers helped them learn how to adapt Bus Services to unfamiliar surroundings, food and social 975, 985, 190, 307 situations. The students also learnt to look out for each other and gained the confidence Distinctive Programmes to step up to lead group activities. Applied Learning Programme: Innovation through C.R.E.A.T.E. (Creative A few hundred kilometres away, in a much Robotics Experience through Authentic cooler climate, their friends in China learnt Thinking Exposure) about Chinese Opera in a drama class in Learning for Life Programme: Hangzhou. While they did not catch fish, Admiring the scenic beauty of West Lake in Hangzhou they appreciated the scenic beauty of West Sports and Sportsmanship Programme @ TWSS Lake and how China is forging ahead in the Thailand and Vietnam, it is hoped that (Experience, Expose, Excel) HOCKEY GIRLS: future while still keeping itself rooted to its students will get a chance to learn about Subjects Offered history. regionalisation and the importance it plays Additional Mathematics, Art, Biology, in helping Singapore stay relevant in the Our Wonder Women! Part of the TWSS Overseas Experience Chemistry, Chinese, Computer Applications, future as it seeks opportunities to grow ith a few minutes to go before the go on to join the National Hockey Team to Elements of Business Skills, English, Food ensures that Teck Whyeans get to travel at through investment and collaboration with least once during their time in the school. final whistle, TWSS’ B Division Girls’ play for Singapore. Are you game for the and Consumer Education, Humanities (Social its regional and global neighbours. Studies, Geography), Humanities (Social Expanding the range of countries to include WCaptain, Myra Tan (4E1), took a deep challenge? breath, put her stick down and hammered Studies, History), Malay, Mathematics, Physical Catching fish in the Mekong River the winning goal that made TWSS the Education, Physics, Principles of Accounting, Champion the second year in a row. As the Science (Chemistry, Biology), Science (Physics, Chemistry), Social Studies, Tamil stadium erupted in an ear-splitting roar, the Watch the winning goal! girls hugged each other, glad their hard work CCAs SPORTS AND SPORTSMANSHIP: had paid off. The Hockey girls have always Physical Sports: been groomed to be strong players and many Archery, Badminton, Basketball (Boys), I Came, I Played, I Had Fun! Football, Hockey / Floorball (Girls), Taekwondo Uniformed Groups: very year, students in Secondary 2 can Part of the school’s Learning for Life Through their daily Physical Education lessons Boys’ Brigade, Girl Guides, NCC (Land), NPCC choose one sport from a variety of non- Programme (LLP) is the Sports Education and the school’s All Participate and Exercise Visual and Performing Arts: mainstream sports such as tennis, fencing, Programme (SEP) where every Teck Whyean (APEX) Day, Teck Whyeans are developed in E Art And Craft Club, Concert Band, Chinese water polo, sports climbing or windsurfing. has a chance to pick up new and exciting the Physical Domain and can utilise the skills Dance, Modern Dance, Guitar Ensemble sports which are not commonly taught they pick up to inspire their families to get fit Their juniors, students in Secondary 1, go in schools. Through the SEP, students are together and stay fit for life. Clubs and Societies: Environmental Club, Infocom Club, Robotics Club through an orienteering module at the Sports equipped with the values and skills necessary Hub; and seniors, students in Secondary 3, do to live a healthy lifestyle for life. dragon boating.

Our Hockey Girls

KNOWLEDGE BUILDING: I Taught an Overseas Professor about History! ost students would feel nervous presenting their work in front of their Mclassmates, let alone distinguished visiting professors from overseas. However, historical knowledge, our Lower Secondary our students, who have been learning History students certainly convinced a few educators through Knowledge Building, have done just to adopt the Knowledge Building pedagogy that. Confidently sharing how they co-create in their classrooms! Students trying water polo during APEX Day Sec 3 Dragon Boating Programme 132 133 UNITY SECONDARY SCHOOL www.unitysec.moe.edu.sg UNITY CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: SECONDARY SCHOOL United in Uniform www.unitysec.moe.edu.sg nity builds its strong base through Uniformed Groups (UGs), and the Ufact that all five UGs are Gold Award winners is testament to our discipline and teamwork. It is common to see our NCC (Air), NPCC, BB, GB and Scouts cadets working together in combined drill performances, parades, and during training. They often share knowledge and skills to help one another in their common goals of discipline and UG excellence. A particular highlight for cadets in Unity is the annual Sec 2 Combined UG Camp, organised by the cadet leaders. During this camp, teams of cadets from mixed UGs challenge each other in activities designed to hone their teamwork, leadership and resilience. The cadets also take part in the annual

Remembrance Day Parade at Kranji War Cadet contingents at the National Day Observance Parade 2018 9 Memorial, and they even learn to start and 1 0

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Composing a compost heap in the classroom APPLIED LEARNING PROGRAMME (ALP): Every Unitian a Scientist ll over our school grounds, you’ll see team work and students in long, white lab coats. openness to ideas, AAs part of our Applied Learning as they attempt to Programme (ALP), every student in Unity is solve one of the a junior scientist championing food security biggest problems Looking smart in uniform The NCC Freestyle Drill Squad is one of many award Assistant Sergeant Major Cheah Zhang Yong hosting in Singapore by learning how to clone plants in our world – winning drill teams in Unity. Heng Hong Quan Senior Minister of State Dr Janil Puthucheary at a Boys’ for large scale farming! hunger – through (rightmost) was also awarded the NCC Outstanding Brigade event the sustainable Cadet Award 2016-2017 They learn about genetic engineering in our growing of food. science laboratories, experiment with solar technology, and get exclusive access to Singapore Examining helpful insects in Besides learning LEARNING FOR LIFE PROGRAMME (LLP): Polytechnic’s Fabrication Labs where they are plant communities about sustainable exposed to 3D digital design and printing. living and the Every Unitian An Adventurer importance of growing our own food, Unitians In these ways, they acquire the skills for Scientists busy at work get the opportunity to acquire insights on food ll our students learn to use odd As part of the LLP, Unitians also get to learn scientific research which will help them as industries and urban planning in Singapore. sounding terms: “stern”; “forward eight different games and sports that will they progress in their future careers. do Unitians merge an academic knowledge Astroke”; “hatch”; “PFD”… develop their motor-skills and inculcate team of science with technology, mathematics and This gives them an invaluable advantage in work. Our students memorise these phrases for their In Unity, our ALP lessons tie back to real engineering, but they also acquire essential their future plans and careers. life applications - to inspire through values, such as intellectual persistence, one-star kayaking, as part of their Learning All Unitians get to learn: Biotechnology in Food Sustainability. Not only for Life Programme (LLP) in Secondary 2. 1. Badminton 5. Netball 2. Basketball 6. Softball Kayaking not only teaches our students to 3. Floorball 7. Ultimate Frisbee Getting ready for Dragonboating LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT: numerous integrated activities we have for paddle canoes. Kayaking, together with 4. Football 8. Volleyball Dragonboating in Secondary 3, make Unitians each cohort and in their CCAs equip students more confident and resilient as they acquire Every Unitian can with the resilience, leadership skills, passion the skills to navigate through the waters (and Soar and the drive to excel. through life challenges). n Unity, we believe that every child has the In fact, different types of CCAs and the Unity In Unity we believe that outdoor adventure potential to become an inspiring leader. Councillors embody different strengths shapes good character. Besides kayaking, our IThis is reflected in our Eagle Leadership of the eagle, and at Unity, all students will LLP exposes our students to survival skills such Development Curriculum. get opportunities to develop as leaders and as risk assessment, orienteering, swimming and obtain badges to reflect their leadership outdoor cooking. These basic skills are necessary Just as the eagle in our school crest symbolises What kind of leader will your child become? our school’s vision and philosophy, the styles and capabilities. to equip our students for the Secondary 3 camp. Kayaking adventures! Tackling the ball

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CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: ACADEMIC FOCUS: AT A GLANCE Unity in Basketball Uniting to Find Your Dream Address “Talent wins games, but teamwork and 20 Choa Chu Kang Street 62, t Unity, we believe that every child is On the other hand, students from our Singapore 689143 intelligence win championships!” ­ unique, and our talent development Leaders of English Programme (LEP) learn — Michael Jordan Aprogrammes help every Unitian to find from renowned writers such as Mr Alvin Phone Number their passion in the subjects they love. Pang, Mr Cyril Wong and Ms Jean Tay Inn. 6767 1070 asketball is one of the most celebrated CCAs in Unity. Through intensive training Talent Programmes in Science, English, Beyond writing for and performing in school School Website Band teamwork our school girls and boys Humanities and Mathematics provide our performances, our students take part in www.unitysec.moe.edu.sg teams have won numerous trophies. students with experiences and platforms writing competitions and organise the Unity for them to take their dreams to the next Young Writers Festival, a poetry event which School Vision But our players know that basketball is not level, through specialised modules, learning saw 27 schools take part in 2019. Lifelong Learners, Inspiring Leaders. just about winning on the courts – the game journeys and more! teaches our students important values such National B Division Basketball Championships 2019, where our boys worked hard to clinch 4th Position Students from our Unity Humanities Programme How to get there as perseverance and strategy in the face of In our Young Scientist Programme (YSP) for (UHP) are exposed to research and innovation The mental strength of the team comes to the fore when they have to deal with many tough instance, students embark on their own research in the Humanities and are actively involved Nearest MRT Stations adversity. Yew Tee fixtures within a short span of time for the playoffs. projects and compete with other budding in social entrepreneurship causes through scientists in Singapore through competitions. polytechnic-organised competitions. Bus Services They also organise and take part in our annual 307 Basketball has taught me about discipline Unity Scientific Innovation Challenge! Distinctive Programmes and teamwork. When the season is near, Applied Learning Programme: trainings will be tougher but we persevere Inspire through Biotechnology in Food on. We encourage each other throughout Sustainability the season and give feedback to one Learning for Life Programme: another so as to improve our game. We Lead through Outdoor Sports and Adventure train as a team, we play as a team and Subjects Offered we win as a team. Additional Mathematics, Art, Biology, Chemistry, Chinese, Computer Applications, Lim Lek Kar, Captain (Basketball Girls) Design and Technology, English, Elements of Sec 3 (2019) Lek Kar was chosen to represent Business Skills, Food and Nutrition, Geography, Going for the win! Singapore at the NBA Junior Basketball Higher Chinese, Higher Malay, Higher Tamil, Programme held in Shanghai in 2018 Humanities (Social Studies, Geography), YSP students learning about aerospace technology Mr Alvin Pang at the Unity Young Writers Festival 2019 Humanities (Social Studies, History), Literature in English, Malay, Mathematics, Physics, Principles of Accounts, Science (Chemistry, TEACHERS: PARENTS SUPPORT GROUP (PSG): Biology), Science (Physics, Chemistry), Tamil Talents in Unity CCAs Parents + School = Unite for Young Eagles Physical Sports: n Unity, our teachers are not only curriculum e understand the anxiety that parents Ex-Unitians regularly return to school to Athletics, Basketball, Sepak Takraw, Table leaders, they are also talented in many Tennis, Volleyball areas, especially the arts. Some of Unity’s experience as their child moves on to share with our parents their experiences I the next phase of their education. as students and the different educational Uniformed Groups: teachers have formed their very own band W and have entertained the school during the paths that they have pursued. Boys’ Brigade, Girls’ Brigade, National Cadet In Unity, we believe that for our students Corps (Air), National Police Cadet Corps, school concerts. to excel, strong bonds must first be forged Scouts between the school and parents, thus letting Other teachers showcase their talents in acting Visual and Performing Arts: by starring in in-house film productions or by students fly a little – like baby eaglets – Band - Symphonic, Choir, Dance - dancing during our school performances. We before our programmes encourage them to International, Orchestra - Indian soar into the sky. even have a teacher who is a published poet! Clubs and Societies: Thanks to our teachers, our students have In Unity, we provide workshops and Audio and Video Club, Drama Club, vibrant class experiences! seminars to equip parents with effective Environment Club, Library Club, PA Club Mr Wong Yi Fong, Recipent of the Outstanding Youth in Education Award 2018 parenting skills. We have an active PSG that plans bonding activities such as games and baking sessions. Our alumni, making us proud in their uniforms!

Mr Timothy Chia, the school ‘s resident poet Teachers performing in our concert PSG sports activities

136 137 WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL www.westspringsec.moe.edu.sg WEST SPRING CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: SECONDARY SCHOOL Shoot for Perfection, Settle for Excellence! www.westspringsec.moe.edu.sg rom the comfort of the fully air- conditioned rifle range, students sweat it Fout in training for their annual national competition. Students go through strength- training or conduct precision and accuracy shoots. Nothing can make them settle for anything less than excellence! Shooting accurately involves patience, discipline and accuracy. Championships are often won and lost on decimal point scores, so concentration and determination are key. The shooters’ daily sessions are conducted by professional coaches, and include weight training, target shooting sessions, working on technical skills to attain precision and accuracy, and team bonding activities such as the annual CCA camp. These help them to sustain the achievements that their alumni have attained over the years. Our shooters participate actively in national Shooting Competition. They have attained excellent results over the years and under the 9

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CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: Marching Band – The Sport of the Arts If music be the food of love, play on!” The West Spring Marching Band has ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE: “inspired pride and passion in our students for many years. Joy of Learning through Experiential Efforts The Marching Band has achieved recognition inding commonalities, integrating efforts, activities can pollute water bodies, hence for its performances over the years and enhancing learning: this is the purpose of affecting the water available to us. with four silver awards, one gold award, Fthe Secondary One Experiential Learning. and three certificates of distinction with an The collaboration between the Geography, Students conduct Geographical Investigations outstanding visual performance award at the Science and Mathematics departments to into the turbidity of the water, the levels of biannual Singapore Youth Festival (SYF) Arts enhance how students learn these three dissolved oxygen and pH levels – all indicators Presentation of Display Bands, West Spring Marching Band looks forward to many more subjects was truly a memorable experience of water quality. They then go on to produce achievements in the future. for the students involved. water filtration system prototypes in their Science lessons. They use their Mathematical Taking a trip to Pang Sua Pond and learning knowledge to calculate the perimeter and the functions of a reservoir built within a estimated volume of water. The experience neighbourhood allowed students to see allows them to see how each subject for themselves the intricate workings of a complements the others and the links they can reservoir and how Man interacts with the draw helped them to understand the relevance environment. They observe how human of what they are learning in class.

Encompassing performing arts, sports and uniformed groups, the Marching Band combines The whole experience allowed students to music and choreography to form a grand musical show production portraying marching, dance gain awareness of the techniques involved in and drama. Students also build strength, endurance and coordination through their training. obtaining drinking water from non-portable sources, and how the water quality affects Besides training members with skills, the display band also emphasises character development aquatic life. This truly reflects learning in the and relevant social values such as group discipline and esprit de corps through workshops, real world. band exchanges and community events. Most importantly, it instils a sense of national identity to boost the national spirit with military music.

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AFTER SCHOOL ENGAGEMENT: STUDENT LEADERSHIP: AT A GLANCE OOSH! Our Own Special Home! The TLC Model Address est Spring has set up Our Own Special wide competitions are also held for the die- ur common language and goal for our 61 Senja Road, Home (OOSH!) for our students! hard fans of FIFA and other OOSH! games. student leaders is TLC: Take charge, Singapore 677737 Furnished cosily with carpets, OLead by example and Communicate. Phone Number W For those who prefer board and card television, sofas and large, comfortable From taking charge of the Student Leaders 6892 0369 beanbags, the OOSH! hub is designed like a games, we offer a variety, ranging from Investiture and Teachers’ Day Celebration to home to give the place a relaxed and convivial the adrenaline-pumping Uno Stacko to the intellectually-stimulating Scrabble! Here in leading the school during Cross-country and School Website atmosphere. Manned by our friendly student our OOSH! hub, we have it all! There is such a Sports Day, our student leaders are given www.westspringsec.moe.edu.sg ambassadors and youth workers, it is a wide assortment of games that our students avenues to groom themselves holistically. sanctuary where our students can unwind School Vision are spoilt for choice! after a long day of school. With a guided track record, this motivates our budding leaders to be self-directed in their Ladies and Gentlemen of Character and Learning Our OOSH! hub welcomes any student who planning and execution of work. Communicating their innovative ideas to their schoolmates Students can interact and bond with each simply needs a place to unwind. It is a place via social media platforms and dialogue sessions enables them to make a difference. How to get there other over an exciting game of air hockey, where tired minds are re-energised, a place Nearest MRT/LRT Stations With TLC, the student leaders are more receptive to feedback and become confident and self- foosball or basketball arcade. Of course, there where old friendships are strengthened and Jelapang, Senja are also the highly popular FIFA, NBA PS4 and assured persons, ready to take on the world. new friendships are forged. Bus Services Kinect games for those who want a thrilling 920, 972 challenge with their friends! Annual school- It is a place we call our own special home. Distinctive Programmes Language & Humanities: APPLIED LEARNING PROGRAMME (ALP): Critical Thinking and Effective Communication Me-Lit through Media Literacy Sports & Outdoor Education: rowing up as millennials, a key skill that STAR (Sportsmanship, Teamwork and Resilience) is needed to help us navigate this new Gworld is critical thinking. Subjects Offered Higher Chinese Language, Literature in At West Spring Secondary, this is one of English (Upper Sec), Principles of Accounts the school’s focus for its Applied Learning Pure and Combined Sciences, Geography, Programme – Effective Communication and Additional Mathematics Critical Thinking in Media Literacy (Me-Lit). Students pick up public speaking, creation CCAs of digital media and products as well as Physical Sports: cyberwellness. Badminton, Football, Netball, Shooting, Volleyball Building confidence and being critical Uniformed Groups: thinkers ensure our students graduate with the necessary 21CC skills and ability to engage Girl Guides, NCC (Land), NCDCC, NPCC their audience. The ALP curriculum is infused in the English Language, Geography and LEARNING FOR LIFE PROGRAMME (LLP): Social Studies curriculum and the synergy allows students to see the relevance of the skills Visual and Performing Arts: learnt in these subjects. Display/Marching Band, English Drama, Guitar Be a STAR@WS Ensemble, Guzheng Ensemble, International This in turn helps generate more buzz in these subjects and creates the Joy of Learning. Dance, Festive Drums Aim for the moon; even if you miss, you’ll purpose and passion in life while honing social Clubs and Societies: land among the stars!” goes a well- and emotional competencies, all students Audio & Video/ PA Club, Infocomm Club, “known adage about aiming high and go through various programmes focused on Photography and Digital Media being among the best. That is what West equipping them with transferable skills to VALUES-IN-ACTION (VIA): Spring Secondary School’s Learning for Life enable them to see relevance of learning at Programme (LLP) is all about- training our work and industries and be exposed to post- Project Touching Hearts students to be excellent sportsmen while secondary learning possibilities. We hope to roject Touching Hearts (PTH) is West Spring Secondary’s signature annual Values-in-Action picking up values for life. imbue in the students passion for sports and Programme. Almost 30 Secondary Three students commit themselves to a 6-day community health, as well as develop their resilience in service project in Cambodia. STAR stands for Sportsmanship, Teamwork P face of challenges in life. And Resilience through sports. This Not only do our students engage the children there in fun lessons and games, they also work programme has been West Spring’s distinctive together with the locals to construct a waste incinerator, de-grass and clean the school area. programme since 2015 and rebranded to Scan QR Code to focus more on character and resilience. access highlights of Persevering through the hard work, PTH is an enriching, thought-provoking and enlightening West Spring Cross experience for our students who learn about resilience, empathy and leadership. With the objectives of unleashing the human Country 2019! spirit, connecting with others, finding

140 141 WESTWOOD SECONDARY SCHOOL www.westwoodsec.moe.edu.sg LEARNING FOR LIFE PROGRAMME (LLP): Arts for Life! WESTWOOD Through “Arts for Life!”, the school hopes to build a vibrant arts culture in Westwood, where students are confident and passionate SECONDARY SCHOOL to showcase their talents and bring arts into www.westwoodsec.moe.edu.sg the community. Westwood Arts Festival As part of the school’s Learning For Life programme (LLP), the annual Westwood Arts Festival serves as a platform to expose Westwoodians to the various performing arts, fostering an appreciation and passion for the arts. Showcasing our talented staff Watching a professional in action On top of watching and learning from the performances, students were given opportunities to pick up new skills through a variety of workshops like songwriting, claymation and hip-hop dance. The Secondary 3 students went on learning journeys to various arts organisations such as the Ministry of DJ and O School to meet with Having a joyful time learning Visual feast Taking it one step at a time arts practitioners. Westwood staff were involved in the Arts The Arts Festival was a Festival. Some tried their hand at leather fruitful one for me… as it crafting while others tried creating ceramic artwork. The Hidden Gems revealed the gave me the opportunity to 9

artistic talents of some Westwood staff. experience the various visual 1 The Arts Festival ended on a high note with and performing arts. 0 2 performances after school by both students ories and staff. Rayyan Afiq Md Azlin, Sec 2 (2018)

INTERNATIONALISATION: Learn. Grow. Discover I have learnt that it is Concert band entertaining the crowd with popular tunes important for us to know APPLIED LEARNING PROGRAMME (ALP): he Westwood Internationalisation to them various elements of the Singapore Programme aims to develop in our culture such as traditional games, art forms more about other countries’ Our very FIRST bazaar in the community! Tstudents the 21st Century competencies unique to each culture as well as some local cultures and practices. of global awareness and cross-cultural skills. and childhood snacks. This knowledge of different J-West Fiesta - Everyone Matters us to tap on their wealth of life experiences Westwoodians are provided with authentic I felt that during the J-WEST cultures will be useful to me and embrace their wisdom, bringing into learning opportunities to “Reach Out To he J-West Fiesta was a special day for Fiesta everyone was having in the future when I have to relief the very meaning of “Everyone The World” – by learning, collaborating As a student Ambassador, Westwood as students and alumni Matters”. fun in their own ways and interact with people from came together for an evening of live and interacting with youths from different I hope to improve on T the performances and booths cultures to develop a strong international another country. performances, food and games carnival at Special Features my communication and excite people to come and outlook and at the same time, deepen their Gek Poh Ville Community Club. For the • Fancy Drill performance by Westwood leadership skills so I can Tan Shu Hui, Sec 3 (2018) watch or play. I’m really glad commitment and rootedness to Singapore. first time, Westwood collaborated with two National Cadet Corps (NCC) make our visitors’ experience other groups in the Jurong community - St • Joint SG50 dance performance by to be given the opportunity to In 2018, our Westwood Ambassadors hosted to Westwood a memorable Joseph’s Home and Gek Poh Ville Community residents of St Joseph’s Home, Westwood help at the J-WEST Fiesta and students and staff from various countries such one. Club for a meaningful community fiesta that National Education (NE) Ambassadors, seeing the elderly coming as Indonesia, Japan, China, Thailand and highlights elderly care. The fiesta aims to and the Girls’ Brigade. over happily here just to Korea. The ambassadors had the opportunity promote greater awareness about engaging • Games and ‘Live Art’ stations by CCAs to interact with the visitors and introduce Nadezhda Zara Gustaf, Sec 3 (2018) and caring for the elderly who are part of our • Innovation and Social Entrepreneurship attend the event really made community, and show how important it is for project exhibits my day better. Not only did I get to make Westwood students and Teachers watching the event happily and fruitfully but also the elders.

Winson Pay Ji Xian, Sec 3 (2018) Explaining the rules of the congkak to the students from Special attention given to our Winson Pay his team Young at heart Geumho Middle School Korea special guest

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STUDENT LEADERSHIP: WESTWOOD TALENTS: AT A GLANCE Learning to Lead Dance Dance Dance! Address The Student Leadership Investiture is the Activities (CCA) Leaders, Student Councillors Westwood Dance Mania After months of hard work, selected students 11 Jurong West Street 25, hallmark event for student leaders in and the Student Leadership Board. ance Programme is a 10-week from each class will be representing their class Singapore 648350 enrichment programme for all to compete in the annual Westwood Dance Westwood, as outgoing leaders hand over the Phone Number Student Leaders Day Camp Secondary One students in Westwood. Mania competition in May. The students will mantle of leadership to the incoming leaders D 6792 9737 of 2018. This event signals the start of the Student Leaders from various segments, Students are taught different dance also be given opportunities to further hone journey of the Secondary Three leaders, who Student Leadership Board (SLB), Student techniques and develop showmanship and their skills by training with the professionals Council (SC), Class Chairpersons, CCA, and School Website take over the responsibility to carry forward confidence. Designed on the basis of the to promote continual learning amongst www.westwoodsec.moe.edu.sg the Westwood name in their respective House, gathered together on the afternoon school values, the Dance Programme also students in their fields of interest. segments. The different leadership segments of 29th June 2018 to develop a deeper aims to develop students in their resilience, School Vision include the National Education Ambassadors, understanding of themselves, as well as their compassion and innovation. Rooted in Character & Skills to Soar for the Class Leaders, House Leaders, Co-Curricular leadership roles and purposes. Nation.

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SL Development Camp was Distinctive Programmes Applied Learning Programme: a great opportunity not Innovation and Social Entrepreneurship only to bond with my fellow Strike a POSE! Don’t Be Shy! Learning for Life Programme: student leaders but also to Arts for Life! learn more about myself WESTWOOD TALENTS: as a leader. Besides all the Subjects Offered Nicole sharing her leadrship journey with the juniors A simple handshake that marks the beginning of a new fun and games, there were Sing for the Stars! Additional Mathematics, Art, Biology, leadership a lot of learning points to Chemistry, Chinese, Computer Applications, be taken, and I took a lot of Westwood Superstar school cohort on a bigger Design and Technology, Exercise and Sports estwood Superstar is a biennial event stage to compete for the top Science, Elements of Business Skills, English, them in. After the camp, I with the objective of discovering three positions. Winners get the opportunity Food and Nutrition, Geography, Humanities have a better idea of what Wtalented singers and musicians to represent the school in nation-wide singing (Social Studies, Geography), Humanities leadership truly means and among Westwoodians. Participants who competitions. Through this programme, (Social Studies, History), Humanities (Social I am inspired to be a better qualify for the finals will have the opportunity students will get to experience what it feels Studies, Literature in English), History, Higher Chinese, Literature in English, leader myself! to be mentored by external vendors as well as like to perform in front of a massive crowd, our very own talented Westwood teachers. thus gaining confidence in the process. Malay, Mathematics, Physics, Principles of UGs leaders marching forth Learning how to balance Clarity! Students then perform in front of the entire Accounts, Science (Chemistry,Biology), Science Muhammad Izz Bin Mohamad Halim, Sec 3 (Physics,Chemistry) (Student Leadership Board 2018) CCAs Physical Sports: Badminton, Basketball, Bowling, Football, ACADEMIC PROGRAMMES: TALENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME (TDP): Netball, Tchoukball Learning the fun way Learning the fun way Uniformed Groups: Boys’ Brigade, Girls’ Brigade, National Cadet Mother Tongue Fortnight estwood TDP is designed to stretch the potential of students Corps (Land), National Police Cadet Corps, he Mother Tongue Fortnight programme culminated in our to further hone their creative and critical thinking skills. St. John Brigade school’s inaugural Mother Tongue Languages Carnival where WWestwood TDP students have been given opportunities to Visual and Performing Arts: Tstudents participated in various singing and cultural games showcase their critical thinking skills and capacity to express their A duet! Putting everything in Playing it solo! Concert Band, Dance (Modern), Drama competitions. There were also educational booths showcasing views and opinions through local and international platforms such (English), Guitar Ensemble, Show Choir, Visual students’ work during their Mother Tongue Fortnight cultural as Model United Nations Conferences and Destination Imagination Arts workshops and Reading programmes. National Tournament and Global Finals. STUDENT’S VOICE: Clubs and Societies: A Life Changing Decision AVA, Robotics Club, Westwood Flying Club Tai Hui Xuan, Alumna estwood is unique, compared to other schools around us. We are Wwell known for our positive attitude towards education and curriculum. The teachers set high standards for our discipline and our attitude, and always place a strong Creating art with chinese Having fun with costumes and reciting poetry Convincing the delegates Global perspectives Westwoodians leading focus on our core values, vision and mission. characters from different countries the Singapore contingent Today, I am a voluntary officer in St John (Through the MT Fortnight) … I had to delve ...Pushing my fears and self-doubt aside, this Brigade. From the 4 years of experience as an deeper into why we have certain traditions and conference has not only taught me to exercise critical officer, I grew a lot as a leader and was also practices and this got me to appreciate the thinking but to also respect the various perspectives given an opportunity to lead a contingent in last year’s National Day Parade. uniqueness of our culture. regardless of whether they are controversial or not. Celebrating my graduation with my forever friends Zulhilmi Mohammad, Sec 2 Selina U Miao Quan, Sec 4 (2018) from Westwood

144 145 YUAN CHING SECONDARY SCHOOL www.yuanchingsec.moe.edu.sg YUAN CHING I&E PROGRAMME: SECONDARY SCHOOL InnovAct! Dare to Innovate www.yuanchingsec.moe.edu.sg o you enjoy thinking outside the box? Once a year, we celebrate our Dschool’s innovations. Students and staff members will showcase projects that exhibit innovation and creativity. Our lower secondary students enjoy this day as they have the chance to witness their peers’ creativity come to life! Student presenters also grow in confidence as they share their prototypes such as a Solar Powered Boat with peers. And students also celebrate teachers’ innovations by viewing their projects as well.

Showcasing our Masterpiece

It was exciting to see how teachers from The exhibition is a good experience for my different departments work with students teammates and me. I have also become more to make such multiplication of learning confident as I present more often to others.

possible. We had the chance to see and The time spent was worth it as it forces us to 9 1

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and that has definitely helped raise the doing. 2 awareness and reinforce our school culture of ories innovation. Joshua Ng & Liew Jun Jie, Sec 4 (2017)

Mr Tan Kok Chiew, Year Head

PARTNERSHIP WITH PARENTS: LLP - gRowing Values in Yuan Ching Fun That’s All in the Family! LEARNING FOR LIFE PROGRAMME (LLP): t Yuan Ching, we believe in establishing Parents and child will be encouraged to read During school events such as Sports Day and gRowing Values, Impacting Lives a strong partnership with parents. similar articles and exchange their insights Cross Country Day, parents are invited to with each other. participate with their child in the parent- ow, row, row the boat… Together, we the Dragon Boat Quest in which they learn AOur signature programme, PArents child games. gRow values! In Yuan Ching, our students how to better communicate, care for and involved in Reading (Project PAiR), Our students will then note down the Rhave the opportunity to go through a collaborate with one another to realise leverages partnership with parents to discussion and share their reflections with Other sporting events also include relay runs myriad of authentic learning experiences their team goals. Through such experiences, facilitate bonding between parent and their parents and their peers in school. and tug-of-war. Hence, there is never a dull under our Learning for Life Programme (LLP) our students are able to build their physical child over a common activity, and help moment for our parents! to develop their character as well as enable strength and mental resilience. They will also inculcate the love for reading among our Our parents are also encouraged to have fun them to lead an active and healthy lifestyle. feel the joy of being part of a team. students. with their child through play. As part of the LLP, Secondary One students learn life skills such as water safety, water Students with the talent and aptitude survival and swimming skills. for the sport can pursue it further by joining the Dragon Boat CCA – which has Our Secondary Two students engage in consistently achieved many awards during water sports, such as the Dragon Boat national competitions. Through these orientation and raft-building using recycled authentic learning experiences, students materials. Not only will they learn how to be will get to discover more about themselves environmentally friendly, but they can also and their passion – acquiring life skills like ride on the raft that they have built! They cognitive flexibility, decision-making, people will also be able to display their creativity management and critical thinking that will and innovate using the materials given. help them to accomplish their ambition and Secondary Three students participate in live to their fullest potential. Project PAiR – parent and child involved in reading

Before this, my child and I Joining Yuan Ching’s Dragon Boat team was a pivotal moment seldom discuss any news article in my life. That opportunity shaped my future, first becoming a or a book together. The activity national athlete before setting up a Dragon Boat team for the deaf in Project PAiR inspired us to and now, running my own social enterprise! love reading together. Ms Debra Lam, Alumna (Class of 2009)

Raft-building using recycled materials Parent-child games during Sports Day Ms Andrea, parent of a Sec 4 (2019) student

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APPLIED LEARNING PROGRAMME (ALP): AT A GLANCE (STEM)pede to the Future! Address Through our ALP (Marine Robotics), our experiences from the building of the water 103 Yuan Ching Road, students are able to deepen their interest and robots to exploring innovative applications Singapore 618654 passion in Science, Technology, Engineering to overcome different water challenges. and Mathematics (STEM). They have the Together, they can learn the importance of Phone Number opportunity to learn life skills, values and clean water and how they can play their part 6261 2489 competencies to apply their knowledge in for a sustainable and green environment. School Website the real world context. By working together, The next wave of leaders - our STEM Leaders. www.yuanchingsec.moe.edu.sg they are able to gain new authentic

Let’s construct the SeaPerch from scratch! School Vision Students sharing school values with passion and conviction Every Individual a Thinker, an Achiever, a Concerned Citizen. PUBLIC SPEAKING: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT @YCSS: How to get there Teachers Growing Teachers Stand up & Speak up! Nearest MRT Station “I’m afraid of making a speech in front of my friends!” Lakeside eeling anxious because your child’s subject come up with projects to improve teaching Bus Services or form teacher is new to the profession and learning. We also have a mentoring s this a familiar fear? Every student is given the opportunity to speak during morning assembly 154, 240, 246, 98, 154, 180, 182, 187, 240, 246 Fand the school? Fear not! Our school programme with the senior teachers working for our Values of the Month (VOTM) presentations. Through this platform, our students will has a team of teachers who believe in the closely with the beginning teachers to Iovercome their fear of public speaking and learn to internalise and demonstrate our school Distinctive Programmes professional development of self and others induct them into the school and build their values at the same time. Applied Learning Programme: for students’ learning. Headed by the school professional competence. Marine Robotics staff developer, our teachers meet weekly Learning for Life Programme: and form professional learning teams to gRowing Values through Sports & Outdoor Experiences Our Instructional Mentors PAIRED READING: Subjects Offered Friendships Forged through Books Additional Mathematics, Art, Biology, Chemistry, Chinese, Computer Applications, ou will never walk alone when it comes Design and Technology, Design Studies, SUSTAINABLE LIVING IN A CLEAN & GREEN ENVIRONMENT: to reading. Students from our upper Electronics, Elements of Business Skills, Ysecondary classes volunteer to guide English, Food and Nutrition, Food Studies, Doing your part for the E(Art)h! their juniors by reading the same book with Geography, History, Humanities (Social them. un fact – there is a recycling corner in designing their posters for E(Art)h Hour and Studies, Geography), Humanities (Social each and every classroom at Yuan Ching the PET Rocket Programme. Through their joint reading journey, they Studies, History), Literature in English, Malay, Secondary. have forged strong friendships and learned Mathematics, Physics, Principles of Accounts, F Science (Chemistry, Biology), Science (Physics, During the PET Rocket Project, our students together at the same time. They also get to Since 2005, our students have been involved Chemistry), Tamil will design “rockets” made out of plastic be engaged in discussions about the plot or in our newspaper recycling project. Students bottles and other recycled materials. They the characters from the book. take pride in collecting old newspapers will then launch their “rockets” over the field CCAs especially since they know that this will and see how well their product can fly. You read, I read, We read together! Physical Sports: benefit the environment. Basketball, Cross Country, Dragon Boat, Staff members play a part too. Twice a week, I find satisfaction in Football, Netball It is a common sight on every alternate Friday during our “Bring Your Own Container” days, being able to help my Uniformed Groups: when Environmental Champions of each class I have benefited from this staff members will bring their own containers junior. Having been in the NCDCC, NPCC, Scouts will queue up to have the newspapers weighed. for buying takeaway food, in an effort to programme as I am able to programme for two months learn difficult words quickly Visual and Performing Arts: Students also use recyclable materials stop using non-biodegradable materials such Art and Craft Club, Chinese Dance Concert now, I feel more confident of from my senior. She would for many of their projects, such as when as styrofoam. Band, Dragon & Lion Dance Troupe, Drama my English as I see myself correct me on the spot and – English, Guzheng Ensemble, Indian Dance, School-wide Recycling Project explaining more vocabulary that gives me time to learn Malay Dance and helping my junior read more words. Clubs and Societies: more fluently. Environmental Club, Infocomm/Media Library, Robotics Club The Recycling Project allows the students to step out of their comfort Ang Phitchayapha, Sec 4 (2019) zone and be adaptable as they had to learn to communicate with Ng Xin Hui Joyce, Sec 4 (2018) residents who may not be able to converse in English or their Mother Tongue language. I am glad that our students are able to work well in their teams as they demonstrated team work when they brought the SCHOOL CREST: recyclables back to the collection centre. Our Pride, Our Heritage MS LIM QIU PING, TEACHER an you spot students holding hands in our school crest? Through our partnership with past and present Cmembers of our school, we care for one another and I was afraid to give out pamphlets to the residents at first as I was give our unwavering support for our Yuan Ching family. scared that the residents will ignore me. However, I overcame Like the radiating sun of our crest, our school grows a my fear eventually and approached the residents to spread the passion for lifelong learning, echoed by our school motto, message on our recycling bazaar. ‘Efforts Today, Rewards Tomorrow’. PET Rocket made from recyclable materials Nur Erdniesya Bte Hairul R, Sec 5 (2018) Note the safety goggles, just in case

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LEARNING FOR LIFE PROGRAMME (LLP): Music Is How We Fuel Excellence ur Learning for Life Programme, awards nationally and being recognized as a niche school for Concert Band in 2007. Today, we MELODY – Music Empowered are one of four schools in Singapore offering Music as a GCE ‘O’ level subject, under MOE’s OLearners, Our Dynamic Yuhuans is Enhanced Music Programme. weaved through myriad programmes from Secondary One to Secondary Four and The Secondary One Orientation Camp, Camp MELODY, introduces students to rhythm Five. We want to encourage self-discovery, and movement, as well as provides them the opportunity to collaborate and be creative. develop values, build a spirit of adventure The students explore various instruments and learn to STOMP while building synergy and and inculcate critical thinking in Yuhuans. It camaraderie as a class. is also through music and the aesthetics that Furthermore, students from all levels are invited and encouraged to display their talents by our school seeks to encourage self-discovery, performing at various platforms such as during recess, at community events at the Jurong hone values, build a spirit of adventure and Spring Community Club and Esplanade, as well as national events such as NDP 2018 and inculcate critical thinking dispositions in all Singapore Youth Festival 2019. Yuhuans. Through music, our students build confidence, improve their concentration and learn to work Over the years, the school has established its with others. By using music to contribute to the community, they are doing good and feeling distinctive strength in Music, winning various good, which is what Yuhua as a Positive Education School is all about.

Coming together as One Family: Growing from strength to strength BECOMING ONE YUHUA: Being a good musician and We are growing from strength to strength! a good music leader is more than playing good music, as a huqun Secondary School and Yuhua As one family, we have built upon the look forward to working with you as we Secondary School came together as a strengths of the two schools in areas such as welcome you to become a part of our family. large part of it is building your Smerged school in January 2019. Music, Robotics & Coding as well as Sports character. & the Performing Arts to offer a distinctive Shuqun’s history and heritage is reflected experience that helps students achieve both Muhammad Noraidilsahiq Bin Muhammad in various spaces in the merged school. For excellence and well-being. Norasif, Sec 2 (2018) example, a heritage area has been set up, and a SG50 mural by Shuqun students has We also have a strong team of caring teachers, been put up. With the merger, we harness some of whom have received awards at the the legacies of the two schools and upsize national level for teaching excellence, who the learning opportunities for our students. Music - a universal language which connects all Yuhuans

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POSITIVE EDUCATION: LESSONS FROM NATURE: AT A GLANCE From Basement to Balcony Standing Tall, Against the Odds Address s a Positive Education school, we want Most importantly, Positive Education is cientifically known as Tectona grandis, monsoon climate, the tree in our school 35 Jurong West Street 41, Singapore 649406 to equip students with the skills of about “doing good and feeling good”. At this teak tree has added value to compound is an embodiment of strength and Awell-being so that they can flourish. Yuhua, there are many opportunities for Sthe outdoor education for Yuhuans. adaptability. Its presence reminds Yuhuans Phone Number students to “do good” through empathy Geography teachers have used it to spark that we must always be ready to change 6566 1985 Students start each day by practising projects, student-led initiatives to improve students’ curiosity and further linked it to and adapt to changing conditions, and to mindfulness through deep breathing. graciousness within the school, service to climate types and the importance of forests. persevere and fight on despite challenging School Website Through social-skills training, students learn community organisations and overseas service As teak trees normally grow in a tropical circumstances. www.yuhuasec.moe.edu.sg how to relate with each other and prepare learning. Through these opportunities, our themselves for school. We help students students help to improve the lives of others School Vision discover and develop their strengths. The and “feel good” having made a positive A community where learners flourish Clifton StrengthsFinder tool helps students difference. discover their talent themes. As a result, How to get there students learn what it means to move from basement to balcony. Nearest MRT Station Lakeside The school emphasizes a culture of care Bus Services where each child is trained in peer support to 49, 98, 99, 157, 185, 187, 198, 335, 502 help their friends and where teachers build strong relationships with students through No fear, we can overcome all odds by working together Distinctive Programmes weekly 1-1 chats, class and school bonding Applied Learning Programme: activities and being there when students Science, Technology, Engineering & need them. Mathematics (STEM), CODER- COding, DEsign It taught me how to work Thinking and Robotics effectively with others after Learning for Life Programme: I learnt about strengths which I understanding our unique Music & Performing Arts, MELODY- Music Empowered Learners, Our Dynamic Yuhuans never knew I had. The school’s strengths. I am able to devote Positive Education taught me more time to developing my Subjects Offered how to understand my talent strengths and addressing my Additional Mathematics, Art, Biology, themes and apply them in shortcomings. Chemistry, Chinese, Computer Applications, daily life. Our Geography teacher conducting outdoor learning near the Teak Tree Design and Technology, Physical Education, Electronics, Elements of Business Skills, English, CHERIE TAN LIN HUI, SEC 4 (2018) Food and Nutrition, Geography, Humanities MUHD RAZI RAFIQIN, SEC 4 (2018) Yuhuans Doing Good and Feeling Good (Social Studies, Geography), Humanities (Social INTERDISCIPLINARY SCIENTIFIC Studies, History), Higher Chinese, Literature EXPERIENTIAL AND EXPLORATORY in English, Malay, Mathematics, Mobile SUPPORT FROM ALUMNI: PROGRAMME: Robotics, Music, Music (O Level), Physics, Project Work, NT Science, Science (Chemistry, Eureka! See Biology), Science (Physics, Chemistry), Social A Lethal Spike! Studies, Tamil e are certainly not referring to the students, as well as the other alumni batches. current and past batches and the spirit of through the spikes of a porcupine or sea urchin, The 17th edition of the Volleyball Alumni giving back. The current coach, Mr Lim, is CCAs but rather, a power move in our Cup saw close to 20 teams of past and present one of the many alumni coaches who have Lenses of Curiosity Physical Sports: W Football, Tchoukball, Volleyball, Wushu, recent Volleyball Alumni Cup! students participating. continued to contribute to the school after houghts about how things work in the Floorball graduation, acting as a mentor to our current natural and physical world often flash For the many batches of Volleyballers, who At the school, volleyball is more than just a students as well. Uniformed Groups: have since graduated, the saying 饮水思源 sport – it is about the connection between Tthrough the young curious minds of National Civil Defence Cadet Corps, NCC – “When you drink water, think of where it Yuhuans like Putri Amira from Secondary (Land), NPCC, Boy’s Brigade came from” – could not have been more apt. Two as they take on the role of scientists. Visual and Performing Arts: Many have continued to hone their skills as We hope that this spiking will be even more effective and The Interdisciplinary Scientific Experiential Band – Concert, Choir, Dance, Harmonica they pursue their post-secondary education. lethal in time to come!. and Exploratory programme (iSEE) adopts a Band, Stagewright Once a year, these alumni come back to the scientific investigative approach and extends Clubs and Societies: school and pit their skills against our current Amilya, Captain, ‘B’ Division Girls Class of 2017 the learning of science to the outdoors. Infocomm and Media Club, CLdds – Chinese, Anchored in the 5E (Engage, Explore, Explain, Library, Tinkering & Robotics Club Extend, Evaluate) learning model, iSEE Unlocking the code - “A-ha” moments for Yuhuans provides rich and authentic learning contexts through science inquiry beyond the classroom for students to enhance their understanding of Science and related concepts in Science, namely, (i) biodiversity, (ii) Chemistry and young Archimedes, Newton or Galileo in our environment, and (iii) the physical world our Yuhuans, enabling them to create around us. their own Eureka! lightbulb moments in science. From science-based detective stories of “Who Dunnit?” to the “Heated Business of New Energy”, these novel and cross-disciplinary The cells, they were so learning experiences nurture Yuhuans’ interesting that I decided to scientific attributes and motivate them to find out more about them extend their learning beyond the classroom. after school! With a concoction of curiosity, creativity and 1st Runner Up in the West Zone Volleyball Championship! Vollyballers rising up to the challenge scientific concepts, iSEE hopes to awaken the Putri Amira, Sec 2 (2018)

152 153 ZHENGHUA SECONDARY SCHOOL www.zhenghuasec.moe.edu.sg ZHENGHUA CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: SECONDARY SCHOOL The Air Advantage at Zhenghua www.zhenghuasec.moe.edu.sg CC is common, but NCC (Air) is much less so. It joins ACS, SJI, Bartley, Changkat NChangi, Unity Secondary School and a mere handful of other Singapore schools with Air units. It’s one of the most popular CCAs in the school with some 100 students, and requires several teachers. Apart from drills, leadership training and camping, as with other UGs, NCC (Air) members get to visit airbases and fly remote- control planes. Other CCAs include: SCOUTS: Zhenghua’s Scouts unit is unique in that it offers Chinese Drums as part of the CCA. The Scouts also take part in many outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, and camp-craft activities. They also go on overseas exchange trips. Cadets forming up for a parade inspection in the school’s parade square

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how to manage the equipment, they also ories get to experience what goes on behind the scenes for every school event. HANDBELLS ENSEMBLE: Each student is assigned one bell, and the members have to work on their coordination, precise timing, A student attempts the Cargo Net while his classmates act as belayers on the ground and focus in order to produce a beautiful LEARNING FOR LIFE PROGRAMME (LLP): melody. DRUMS ENSEMBLE: It’s a good way to let Outdoor Education Is in the School’s DNA loose frustration, but it also teaches the econdary 1 students will get to try the ODAC students also have exclusive access to We’re not afraid of heights… right? students basic rhythms of drumming. Challenge Pole, a 10m-high pole, where some of the tougher high elements in the A run-down of the outdoor facilities OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CLUB: Get outdoors Sthey leap into thin air and grab a trapeze. school. in Zhenghua: and relish in the thrilling fun of activities such It’s one of our school’s high elements, and is Outdoor Rock Wall – A favourite with as camping, orienteering, hiking, and more. Members pride themselves on being open to right in front of the school, as the driveway students, there is an annual intra-school rock- The Drums Ensemble performing on stage during Awards Day sweeps to the foyer. It is a daily reminder climbing competition, and ODAC members new challenges and being resilient. to students of our emphasis on outdoor get certified as belayers in their own campus. education and character building. Indoor Rock Wall –Two storeys high, it PSG: Secondary 2 students will have the is housed in a pavilion with the Vertical opportunity to venture out on a location- Playpen. For PE lessons and rainy days. Night Study Munchies based learning exercise for Geography. In Abseiling Wall – Three storeys high; also used PE lessons, they get to try out the vertical by neighbouring schools. riday nights in Term 4, the Sec 4 and 5 students can look forward to a free dinner if they playpen and the rock walls. All of them need it. They are encouraged to come in and study on any night from 6.30pm-8.30pm in the Challenge Pole – A 10m-high pole (and safety will also learn kayaking and acquire water quiet school canteen, where they are chaperoned by teachers. set up) with a trapeze. F confidence skills. Vertical Playpen – The curved net and safety Zhenghua’s very active PSG raises funds to pay for food to fuel the students. Biscuits and drinks Secondary 3 students get to DIY, plan harnesses allow students to climb as far as are available at any time, but on Friday nights at about 6pm, students will queue up to get and execute a three-day, two-night class the pavilion roof. packet meals and fruits on a first-come-first-serve basis. expedition, taking them as far away as PSG Alumni, Mdm Maslina who is also the vendor of the canteen’s Western food stall, prepares Labrador Park, Changi Chapel, and Pasir Ris. Broken Bridge – A horizontal rope ladder stretching between two wings of the 40 or so packets while PSG Chairman, Mr Johnny Ng has been coordinating and helping with Led by the PE department, each class breaks classroom block, four storeys high. the distribution of the meals for the past two years. into various subcommittees, planning where Multi Vines Traverse – A tightrope running to go and researching transport routes to alongside the Broken Bridge. each night’s campsite. Students are focused during the Night Study. The session has helped The last night before exams, I Unsurprisingly, one of our most popular CCAs them greatly as students have a conducive place to revise. come up with a special treat; let is the Outdoor Adventure Club (ODAC). the children have something fun Scan the qr code to learn Scan the qr code to get a As the PSG, it is our pleasure to be able to do something for the Whether it’s field-cooking, building more about our outdoor 360° experience of rock before the final struggle! sandcastles at East Coast Park or cycling on education programme! climbing in our school! graduating students and show our support for them in their final Coney Island, the student leaders plan each preparation for the exams. week’s programme. Mr Johnny Ng, PSG Chairman 2019 Mdm Maslina PSG Alumni

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SEC 3 PLACE-BASED EXPEDITION: APPLIED LEARNING PROGRAMME (ALP): AT A GLANCE Student-planned, Student-led Dance, Robots, Dance! Address 91 Senja Road, How many 15-year-olds get to plan their ll lower secondary students learn how Science lessons. For example, in their Singapore 677741 own three-day two-night camp? to command mobile robots, known as science project, students programme Ambots, to perform crazy antics, like their Micro:bits into thermometers which Phone Number n Zhenghua, the entire Secondary 3 cohort making them dance to disco lights! are used to determine how much energy 6763 9455 gets to DIY the adventure hike, instead of is released when different snacks undergo just following a teacher’s plans, as is the case Secondary 1 students are trained to use combustion. I simple codes to create animations and games School Website with the Outward Bound Singapore camps. www.zhenghuasec.moe.edu.sg using Scratch Programming. As part of our industrial partnership Led by the PE department, each class breaks with Google Asia Pacific, selected upper In Secondary 2, they apply the same Scratch School Vision into various subcommittees, planning where secondary students get to also visit the codes to command their mbots to complete Every Student, A Principled and Future-Ready to go, researching transport routes to each Google Office to learn about Google’s Leader. mission challenges through a very interactive innovative culture. night’s camp. semester long Applied Learning Programme. How to get there They may end up as far away as Changi Interested students could even flex their or Labrador Park, or in MOE’s Outdoor robotic skills against each other at the annual Nearest MRT/LRT Station Adventure Learning Centres. school-based Robotics Challenge. Scan the qr code to learn Jelapang more about our game Bus Services The food committee allocates how much to In addition to mbots, Secondary 2 students design & simulation and 920, 922 spend on each meal (including one barbecue). also get to code a pocket-sized microcomputer robotics programme! They even go to supermarkets to buy food. known as Micro:bit in their Humanities and Distinctive Programmes Applied Learning Programme: A class pauses for a wefie before ending the hike with some tent pitching (below right) The students also discuss who takes pictures Game Design & Simulation and Robotics and even what colour T-shirt their class Learning for Life Programme: should get. Outdoor Education OBS because they got to plan and execute Heavier items and food is driven to the everything on their own. Subjects Offered campsites by staff. And each class has three Additional Mathematics, Art, Biology, or four teachers with them. Also, with teachers’ phone cameras locking away pictures, they all had good memories Chemistry, Chinese, Computer Applications, Design and Technology, Elements of Business Since phones are banned on site, it forces the to share and keep. students to talk as they walk. And of course, Skills, English, Food and Nutrition, Geography, they learn to negotiate and share duties as well Another takeaway was that they all got to Higher Chinese, History, Humanities (Social Studies, Geography), Humanities (Social as supplies. bond. Whether it was through chatting while hiking or by sharing food once they arrived Studies, History), Humanities (Social Studies, A key takeaway from the students was that at the campsite, bonding was the big thing Literature in English), Literature in English, the Adventure camp was more fun than the students remembered. Malay, Mathematics, Physics, Principles of Accounts, Science (Chemistry, Biology), Science (Physics, Chemistry)

CCAs AUTHENTIC LEARNING: Physical Sports: 3 Volleyball, Soccer, Basketball, Netball, ODAC, E : Explore, Experience, Engage CULTURE: Sports Club Uniformed Groups: Learning does not only take place in the Besides Bukit Panjang, students have also remembered as they appeared many times” Connecting with Each and Every Child Scouts, NCC (Air), NPCC, Red Cross classroom. explored the Singapore River, Little India and and “I enjoyed the game very much. I learnt Visual and Performing Arts: Jewel Changi Airport. facts that are not found in the textbook How are you this morning? the classroom. umanities learning is done in a fun Band, Handbells, Dance, Choir, Drama, Drums and spent a good time with my classmates.” ive simple words, but how often do people All students get to have a one-to-one chat with and authentic way through Zhenghua Students also learn by playing games. These Teachers also use ICT games like Kahoot and Clubs and Societies: Secondary’s E3: Explore, Experience, include board games that the teachers have ask one another this question? And how their teachers at least twice a year through Art Club, AVA Club, Library Club, Infocomm H Gimkit to enhance the learning experience many more will listen to the answer? various platforms such as the Student-Teacher Engage signature programme. specially created to ensure that learning is F Club for all students. both fun and enriching. conferences, Class Interaction Time and Students get to visit many interesting places, At Zhenghua, teachers take the time once outside of classroom time. physically explore the neighbourhood and Students shared that “facts and examples a week to chat with students during the communicate with members of the community. mentioned in the game can be easily Morning Student-Teacher-Conference. These help to shape the safe and caring environment that Zhenghua is known for. They take this opportunity to check in on students’ wellbeing and needs during this Educators at Zhenghua see more than “a short chat, which allows students to share student”, we see a unique individual with their inner thoughts and concerns outside potential, possibilities, and aspirations.

Students sketching the geographical features of Pang Sua pond as part of the programme So how ARE you? 156 157 West Zone Secondary Schools DSA Talent Areas ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND INNOVATION DSA Talent Area School DSA Talent Area School DSA Talent Area School DSA Talent Area School Innovation Nanyang Girls’ High School Jurong West Secondary School Boon Lay Secondary School Food Science and Red Cross (Youth) Dunearn Secondary School Social Innovation Westwood Secondary School Regent Secondary School Bukit Batok Secondary School Technology Scouts Clementi Town Secondary School Clementi Town Secondary School Infocomm Hwa Chong Institution Malay Dance Clementi Town Secondary School Commonwealth Secondary School Hwa Chong Institution LANGUAGES AND HUMANITIES St. John Brigade Nan Hua High School Juying Secondary School Methodist Girls’ School (Secondary) - DSA Talent Area School Mathematics Integrated Programme Hwa Chong Institution Swiss Cottage Secondary School Bilingualism Nanyang Girls’ High School Nanyang Girls’ High School PERFORMING ARTS Modern / Contemporary Juying Secondary School Nus High School Of Math & Science Debate River Valley High School DSA Talent Area School Dance Commonwealth Secondary School Debate and Public Boon Lay Secondary School Greenridge Secondary School Hua Yi Secondary School Regent Secondary School Speaking Clementi Town Secondary School Chinese Drama Nan Hua High School Robotics River Valley High School Public Speaking Juying Secondary School Commonwealth Secondary School River Valley High School Yuan Ching Secondary School Hwa Chong Institution Fuhua Secondary School Boon Lay Secondary School Yuhua Secondary School Humanities Methodist Girls’ School (Secondary) - Hua Yi Secondary School Integrated Programme Bukit Batok Secondary School Boon Lay Secondary School Juying Secondary School Greenridge Secondary School Concert Band Bukit View Secondary School Hwa Chong Institution Nan Hua High School Chinese Language Hwa Chong Institution Clementi Town Secondary School Jurong Secondary School Nanyang Girls’ High School Nan Hua High School Commonwealth Secondary School Science Methodist Girls’ School (Secondary) - Regent Secondary School English Drama Integrated Programme Methodist Girls’ School (Secondary) - Hua Yi Secondary School English Language River Valley High School Nanyang Girls’ High School

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Malay Language 2 Greenridge Secondary School Yuhua Secondary School River Valley High School Swiss Cottage Secondary School ories Commonwealth Secondary School Bukit Panjang Government High School Swiss Cottage Secondary School Science for Display / Marching Tamil Language Swiss Cottage Secondary School Sustainable Swiss Cottage Secondary School Greenridge Secondary School Band Guitar Ensemble Westwood Secondary School Development West Spring Secondary School Hua Yi Secondary School Scientific Guzheng Ensemble River Valley High School LEADERSHIP AND UNIFORMED GROUPS Boon Lay Secondary School Nan Hua High School Investigation Commonwealth Secondary School DSA Talent Area School String Ensemble Nanyang Girls’ High School STEAM (Science, Hua Yi Secondary School Technology, Bukit Batok Secondary School Methodist Girls’ School (Secondary) Juying Secondary School Music Elective Engineering, School Of Science & Technology, Singapore Bukit View Secondary School Programme Methodist Girls’ School (Secondary) - Aesthetics and Choir Nan Hua High School Integrated Programme Commonwealth Secondary School Mathematics) Bukit Batok Secondary School Fajar Secondary School Regent Secondary School STEM (Science, Boon Lay Secondary School Technology, Hua Yi Secondary School River Valley High School Hillgrove Secondary School Swiss Cottage Secondary School Fuhua Secondary School Engineering, and Hwa Chong Institution Mathematics) Westwood Secondary School Greenridge Secondary School Jurong West Secondary School Chinese Orchestra Leadership Clementi Town Secondary School Nan Hua High School Juying Secondary School SPORTS AND GAMES Nan Hua High School Commonwealth Secondary School Nanyang Girls’ High School DSA Talent Area School New Town Secondary School Hua Yi Secondary School River Valley High School Archery Teck Whye Secondary School Regent Secondary School Juying Secondary School Swiss Cottage Secondary School Chinese Dance Boon Lay Secondary School River Valley High School Nan Hua High School Theatre Boon Lay Secondary School Commonwealth Secondary School Swiss Cottage Secondary School Nanyang Girls’ High School Fuhua Secondary School Zhenghua Secondary School River Valley High School SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATHEMATICS Hua Yi Secondary School Jurong West Secondary School Swiss Cottage Secondary School DSA Talent Area School Boys’ Brigade Nan Hua High School Chinese and Hwa Chong Institution Bukit View Secondary School Forensic Science Fuhua Secondary School Modern Dance Badminton Juying Secondary School Regent Secondary School Clementi Town Secondary School Boon Lay Secondary School Community Youth Jurong Secondary School Contemporary Coding Commonwealth Secondary School Nan Hua High School Leadership Dance Nan Hua High School Swiss Cottage Secondary School River Valley High School Nanyang Girls’ High School Clementi Town Secondary School Clementi Town Secondary School Girl Guides Indian Dance Computational River Valley High School Nan Hua High School Commonwealth Secondary School Thinking Skills Bukit View Secondary School Swiss Cottage Secondary School Clementi Town Secondary School Hua Yi Secondary School (Coding) West Spring Secondary School National Cadet Jurong West Secondary School Jurong West Secondary School Design and Assumption English School Corps (NCC) Land Technology River Valley High School Nan Hua High School Juying Secondary School Innovation Bukit Batok Secondary School International Dance Methodist Girls’ School (Secondary) Clementi Town Secondary School Electronics Jurongville Secondary School Bukit Panjang Government High School Methodist Girls’ School (Secondary) - Basketball National Police Jurong West Secondary School Bukit View Secondary School Commonwealth Secondary School Integrated Programme Environmental Cadet Corps (NPCC) Nan Hua High School Commonwealth Secondary School Hua Yi Secondary School Science Regent Secondary School Westwood Secondary School River Valley High School Hwa Chong Institution

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DSA Talent Area School DSA Talent Area School Applied Learning Programme Learning for Life Programme Jurong Secondary School Methodist Girls’ School (Secondary) School Title Focus Area Title Focus Area Jurong West Secondary School Swimming Methodist Girls’ School (Secondary) - Integrated Programme Assumption English School Speak English with grAce and Languages Community and Youth Leadership Community & Kranji Secondary School Knowledge (SPEAK) Youth Leadership Methodist Girls’ School (Secondary) Nan Hua High School Synchronised Boon Lay Secondary School Exploring Possibilities in Materials STEM Music and Performing Arts Music & Performing Basketball Methodist Girls’ School (Secondary) - Science Arts Nanyang Girls’ High School Swimming Integrated Programme Bukit Batok Secondary School Developing Proactive Problem-Solvers STEM Developing Community Youth Community & River Valley High School Fuhua Secondary School who care for our World through STEM Leadership (CYL) through VIA - Youth Leadership Journey to Become RESPECTful Leaders Swiss Cottage Secondary School Hwa Chong Institution Bukit View Secondary School Clean Energy and Environmental STEM Learning the Arts, Living the Values Music & Performing Unity Secondary School Table Tennis Nan Hua High School Technology Arts Canoeing Hwa Chong Institution Nanyang Girls’ High School Chua Chu Kang Secondary School Robotics & Automation for a Better STEM Student Leadership Community & Chess - Tomorrow Youth Leadership Nanyang Girls’ High School River Valley High School International Taekwondo Teck Whye Secondary School Clementi Town Secondary School CODE: COmputing to Discover and STEM Student Leadership Development Community & Empower through Uniformed Groups Youth Leadership Chess - Weiqi Hwa Chong Institution Fuhua Secondary School Tchoukball Dunearn Secondary School FSciTech: Developing Dunearnites as STEM Every Dunearnite a Community Youth Community & Bukit Batok Secondary School Jurongville Secondary School confident and creative young scientists Leader Youth Leadership Cross Country Commonwealth Secondary School Methodist Girls’ School (Secondary) through Food Science and Technology Hwa Chong Institution Fajar Secondary School Sustainability through 21st Century STEM Rise to Lead Community & Tennis Methodist Girls’ School (Secondary) - Applied Critical and Inventive Thinking Youth Leadership Fencing Hwa Chong Institution Integrated Programme Skills (ACIT) River Valley High School Nanyang Girls’ High School Fajar Secondary School Forensic Science@Fuhua STEM Values in Action, Leadership through Community & Floorball Swiss Cottage Secondary School Methodist Girls’ School (Secondary) Service Youth Leadership Methodist Girls’ School (Secondary) - Greenridge Secondary School The Use of Media in Engaging 21st Languages Developing Creative and Confident Music & Performing Teck Whye Secondary School Ten-Pin Bowling Century Learners in the English persons, impacting the community Arts 9 Integrated Programme 1

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Swiss Cottage Secondary School 2 Commonwealth Secondary School Action. Programme (CLAP) Hwa Chong Institution Hillgrove Secondary School Broadening our Learning Horizons STEM Nurturing Confident and Passionate Music & Performing ories Jurongville Secondary School Football Track and Field Nan Hua High School through Flight and Aerospace Hillgrovians through the Arts Arts Kranji Secondary School Nanyang Girls’ High School Hua Yi Secondary School Health Sciences: Healthcare STEM Community and Youth Leadership in Community & technologies for the elderly Hua Yi Youth Leadership Swiss Cottage Secondary School Bukit Panjang Government High School Jurong Secondary School Environmental Studies: An Inter- Humanities Sporty at Heart, Sporting in Mind Sports & Outdoor West Spring Secondary School Clementi Town Secondary School disciplinary Approach To Sustainable Education Gymnastics - Hwa Chong Institution Hua Yi Secondary School Urban Living Artistic Nanyang Girls’ High School Jurong West Secondary School Harnessing Technology, Aesthetics Developing Character, Leadership and Community & Hwa Chong Institution Communication and the Visual Arts in Citizenship Youth Leadership Hockey Teck Whye Secondary School Jurong Secondary School Authentic Contexts Assumption English School Volleyball Jurong West Secondary School Jurongville Secondary School Real World Learning through STEM Sports for Life – Character Education Sports & Outdoor Judo Electronics through Sports Exposure, Sports Education Hwa Chong Institution Nanyang Girls’ High School Empowerment and Sports Excellence Bukit Panjang Government High School River Valley High School Juying Secondary School Developing Confident & Competent Languages “iACE@Juying” Music & Performing Clementi Town Secondary School Unity Secondary School Communicators through Oracy Skills ( I Appreciate, I Create, I Exhibit at Arts Programme Juying) Commonwealth Secondary School West Spring Secondary School Methodist Girls’ School (Secondary) Yuhua Secondary School Kranji Secondary School Nurturing Communities of Reflective Interdisciplinary Nurturing a Leader in Every Kranjian Community & Water Polo Hwa Chong Institution and Independent Learners through through Community and Youth Youth Leadership Methodist Girls’ School (Secondary) - Netball Thinking Curriculum Leadership Integrated Programme Clementi Town Secondary School New Town Secondary School Developing critical and inventive Aesthetics Developing Confident and Community & Hwa Chong Institution Nan Hua High School Wushu thinkers through visual communication Compassionate Student Leaders to Youth Leadership Nanyang Girls’ High School Nanyang Girls’ High School Lead, Serve and Excel River Valley High School River Valley High School Regent Secondary School Engineering @ Regent STEM Empowering every Regenite to be a Community & Responsible and Confident Leader, Youth Leadership West Spring Secondary School VISUAL ARTS, DESIGN AND MEDIA Committed to Excellence Rugby Bukit Batok Secondary School DSA Talent Area School Swiss Cottage Secondary School Applied Sciences for Sustainable STEM Swiss Thoughtful Leadership Community & Development Programme Youth Leadership Sailing Nanyang Girls’ High School Nan Hua High School Teck Whye Secondary School Re-designing the Future with Materials STEM Sports and Sportsmanship Programme Sports & Outdoor Hwa Chong Institution Chinese Calligraphy Nanyang Girls’ High School Science @ TWSS (Experience, Expose, Excel) Education Shooting West Spring Secondary School River Valley High School Unity Secondary School Biotechnology in Food Sustainability STEM Lead through Outdoor and Sporting Sports & Outdoor Adventures Education Bukit Batok Secondary School Chinese Painting River Valley High School West Spring Secondary School Effective Communication and Critical Humanities FOCUS (Finding, Optimising, Sports & Outdoor Media Arts / Film / Methodist Girls’ School (Secondary) Jurong West Secondary School Thinking through Media Literacy Communicating, Understanding Education Methodist Girls’ School (Secondary) - Photography Sports) Integrated Programme Photography / Westwood Secondary School Innovation & Social Entrepreneurship Business & Arts for Life (AfL) Music & Performing Softball West Spring Secondary School Nan Hua High School Videography Entrepreneurship Arts Boon Lay Secondary School Yuan Ching Secondary School Marine Architecture and Engineering STEM Dragonboat -- Growing Values: Sports & Outdoor Nanyang Girls’ High School Mastering Core Dragon Boating Skills Education River Valley High School Greenridge Secondary School and Embracing the Values it Embodies Methodist Girls’ School (Secondary) Visual Arts Hua Yi Secondary School Yuhua Secondary School Coding, Design, Thinking and Robotics STEM MELODY- Music Empowered Learners, Music & Performing New Town Secondary School (CODER) Our Dynamic Yuhuans Arts Squash Methodist Girls’ School (Secondary) - Zhenghua Secondary School Game Design,Simulation and Robotics STEM Outdoor Education for Character and Sports & Outdoor Integrated Programme Westwood Secondary School Leadership Development Education

160 161 Acknowledgements

The West Zone Publicity Committee would like to thank the following people without whom this publication would not have been possible:

• Ms Theodora Tan, Zonal Director (Schools), West • Superintendents of the West Zone Branch • All the secondary, specialised and specialised independent schools in the West Zone who have contributed their stories • Design Branch, Communications Division, Communications and Engagement Group, Ministry of Education Singapore

And all others who have helped to make this publication possible.

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