2016 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK
HWA CHONG INSTITUTION (COLLEGE SECTION) 2016 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK
HWA CHONG INSTITUTION (COLLEGE SECTION)
CONTENTS
MESSAGES PE & CCA Principal 2 Physical Education 71 Students’ Council President/Vice-President 3 CCAs 72
ABOUT HWA CHONG HWA CHONG DIPLOMA 74 National Flag, Pledge and Anthem 5 Introduction to Hwa Chong Institution 6 ADMIN INFORMATION 77 School Vision, Mission, Logo 8 School Core Values, Strategic Values & School 8 FINANCE MATTERS Songs 9 School Fee Information 79 Financial Assistance 80 STAFF PHOTOS 10 Scholarships 82
CODE OF CONDUCT AND SCHOOL RULES 33 IT & MEDIA SERVICES Code of Conduct 34 Library Services 84 Guidelines on Conduct Grade 43 Media Resource 86 Intelligent School Portal (ISP) 87 ACADEMIC MATTERS 44 ICT Information 87 General Information 45 Assessment Structure and Promotional Criteria 46 STUDENTS’ COUNCIL Guidelines for Absence from Block Tests and Exams 48 Organisational Chart 91 Committee Photographs 92 STUDENT DEVELOPMENT Welfare Services 98 Student Development Organisational Structure 50 Student Development Overview 51 COLLEGE SONGS, DANCES & CHEERS 101
FACULTIES APPENDIX Message from SnR Chairperson 61 Campus Map 122 Faculty Pages 62 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION)
MESSAGES
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FOREWORD BY PRINCIPAL DR HON CHIEW WENG
A very warm welcome to the Hwa Chong family! Some of you will also be involved in organising In the next two years, you will experience the high profile events like the International Science excitement of College life. Time will pass you by Youth Forum and Hwa Chong-Asia Pacific Young quickly, so do think about your vision and goals Leaders Summit (APYLS). Notably, APYLS will for the future, and live the present with your mind be celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2016. Hwa focused on being the best that you can be. Chong will also be hosting the next edition of the annual Pre-University Seminar. In your short time here, you will have opportunities to develop yourself in many areas. Enjoy forging new friendships and treasure Programmes that develop you in critical thinking, the time spent with your teachers and peers. entrepreneurship and leadership will equip you Support one another when the going gets tough, with skills you need to navigate this changing and enjoy this journey with your fellow Hwa landscape. Chongians.
Hwa Chongians are known to be individuals I wish you a rewarding and enriching time at who possess a strong sense of service to the Hwa Chong! community. Many of your seniors are currently pursuing their passions serving the community Dr Hon Chiew Weng in various capacities. It is this culture of care and excellence that sets the Hwa Chongian apart. Principal Hwa Chong Institution Through your time at Hwa Chong, we want you to embrace the values of hard work, integrity, passion, and compassion. As a Hwa Chongian, you will receive a sustained character education which encourages you to work with the community through local and global service-learning initiatives. I am glad to see that Hwa Chongians regularly take the initiative to contribute back to society through various community-based projects they commit themselves to both locally and overseas.
Importantly, do take time to fully experience and enjoy every aspect of college life. Cherish your time bonding with your friends over Orientation, Chinese New Year and Mid-Autumn Festival (MAF) celebrations, as well as the activities your Faculty has in store for you. Avail yourself of opportunities to serve the community through local and overseas Community Involvement Programmes and the Grassroots Attachment Programme.
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MESSAGE FROM THE STUDENTS’ COUNCIL PRESIDENTS DR HON CHIEW WENG Hi Juniors! Welcome to Hwa Chong! :)
JC will be a lot to take in – a new environment, masses of unfamiliar faces, and not knowing what is to come. But don't worry! Having been through it ourselves, we know how it feels like, and you are never alone in all this.
Some of you might feel apprehensive about the two years worth of lectures, tutorials, tests and finally the 'A' level examinations at the endof JC2. Yes, these are coming your way, but there's so much more that you will have the opportunity This is just the beginning of your journey, one to experience! Let's see: the vast range of CCAs, that you cannot possibly make without the sup- the fun-filled faculty events, overseas CIP and port of the Hwa Chong family – your peers, your outdoor education trips, exchange programmes seniors and your teachers. Keep them close to and not forgetting the amazing teachers and your heart, and always look out for them, for they friends you'll meet along your journey. All you will be doing the same for you too! Seize the op- need to do to make your JC life much more portunities to build your network of friends. Catch meaningful is to be brave and work hard, so up with old ones and meet new ones whenever don't let your worries drag you down - allow your you can. Give more than you receive, and there excitement and passion to lift you up! will always be someone to catch you when you fall. With such a strong culture of support (that By now, you would have experienced Orientation you contribute towards!), you will have a very – the wonderful two weeks of tremendously fun meaningful journey ahead. :) games and meeting new friends! As long as you put in the effort, these friends will be with you for Our Hwa Chong family is here to support you; a long time to come. :) You will also remember now go, explore the wonders your JC life has to SODACHE – Hwa Chong's very own traditional offer, develop your passion and sail further than SOngs, DAnces and CHEers. You certainly don't you ever imagined you could. need to worry about not being a good singer, dancer or cheerleader because during these With that, we wish you all the very best in your sessions, we sing, dance and cheer as one! You journey! might not be able to visualise it now, but during the Mid-Autumn Festival (MAF) in September, Best regards, more than 3,000 students and alumni will gather Benjamin Tan and Elaine Yeo in Hwa Chong. Just imagine that many people singing, dancing and cheering in unison. It is President and Vice-President indeed our school spirit at its finest. 42nd Students' Council
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ABOUT HWA CHONG
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ABOUT SINGAPORE NATIONAL FLAG overcome if Singaporeans cared enough about Symbolises the Nation’s sovereignty, pride & their country. honour NATIONAL ANTHEM The National Flag consists of two equal horizontal Echoes the enduring spirit and aspiration of sections, of red above white. The upper left Singaporeans section contains a white crescent moon, and five white stars which form a circle. About the Anthem: The anthem was written in the wake of nationalism from 1956-57. Its composer, About the Flag: Red symbolises universal the late Encik Zubir Said, anchored it with two brotherhood and the equality of man, while words, “Majulah Singapura” (Malay for “Onward white signifies pervading and everlasting purity Singapore”). and virtue. The crescent moon represents a rising young nation. The five stars stand for the nation’s ideals of democracy, peace, progress, MAJULAH ONWARD justice and equality. SINGAPURA SINGAPORE (English Translation)
Mari Kita rakyat Come, fellow Singapura Singaporeans Sama-Sama menuju, Let us progress Bahagia towards happiness Cita-cita kita yang together mulia May our noble Berjaya Singapura! aspiration bring Singapore success Mari-lah kita bersatu Dengan semangat Come, let us unite yang baru In a new spirit Semua kita berseru Let our voices soar NATIONAL PLEDGE Majulah Singapura! as one Reflects the ideals for shaping a united nation Majulah Singapura! Onward Singapore Onward Singapore We, the citizens of Singapore, pledge ourselves as one united people, regardless of race, language or religion, to build a democratic society based on justice and About the Anthem: The anthem was written in the equality so as to achieve happiness, prosperity wake of nationalism from 1956-57. Its composer, and progress for our nation the late Encik Zubir Said, anchored it with two words, “Majulah Singapura” (Malay for “Onward About the Pledge: Singapore’s national pledge Singapore”). was written by Singapore’s first Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr S. Rajaratnam, in 1966, against the backdrop of racial riots in the 1950s and 1960s. Mr Rajaratnam’s inspiration was to build “a Singapore we are proud of”, while emphasising unity and multi-racial harmony. He believed that language, race and religion were potentially divisive factors, which could be ABOUT SINGAPORE 5 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION)
SCHOOL INFORMATION The Chinese High School was among the first three schools to turn independent in 1988.With INTRODUCTION the new found autonomy; the school launched a series of innovations and set new trends in education. On the other hand, the former Hwa Hwa Chong Institution is the culmination of Chong Junior College (HCJC) was Singapore’s the watershed merger between the former first government-aided junior college (JC) Chinese High School (founded 1919) and established in 1974. More than three decades Hwa Chong Junior College (founded 1974) in later, the College remains committed to offering 2005. Following the merger, the mega-school students an unrivalled holistic education. In 2004, pioneered a range of groundbreaking initiatives HCJC became the country’s first independent and attained the Singapore Quality Award (SQA) Junior College. status in 2010, which marks the school as a world-class institution. With the merger in 2005, the Chinese High School now forms the High School Section, and Offering a seamless and broad-based 6-year Hwa Chong Junior College forms the College Integrated Programme (IP), Hwa Chong caters Section of Hwa Chong respectively. to the needs of the top students from Singapore and the region. The strength of Hwa Chong’s IP is in our ability to combine academic excellence SCHOOL CAMPUS & FACILITIES with a range of learning opportunities beyond the classroom. Built on a 29-hectare (72 acres) landscaped site, the school campus boasts a top-class Hwa Chong is more than a school that produces sporting complex, Olympic-sized swimming scholars and world champions. We strive to pool, gymnasium, shooting range, and outdoor empower our high ability students to achieve courts. The school is the first institution to their potential and live their aspirations, while provide world-class educational facilities like the embracing the values of passion, innovation, Science Research Centre (SRC) and the Ong integrity, empathy and responsibility. Teng Cheong Student Activities and Leadership Training (SALT) Centre.
RICH HISTORY & DISTINGUISHED The multi-storey SRC has 10 research HERITAGE laboratories and special culture rooms for biotechnology projects, while the SALT Centre Founded in 1919 by Mr. Tan Kah Kee, the enables students to develop their passion and Chinese High School was established to cater leadership in various Co-Curricular Activities. In to the needs of overseas Chinese primary addition, the campus houses a modern boarding school leavers in Southeast Asia. Today, we school that is designed by the world-renowned are one of the finest educational institutions for Kenzo Tange and accommodates up to 1,000 high-achievers and the gifted in the region. Our students. reputation as a premier school is based not only on academic excellence but more importantly Come 2016, the school will look forward to the character and leadership development. the completion of the new Holistic Education Centre, housing a student services wing, Guidance Centre, Learning Centres and 3 storey high Indoor Sports Hall. With the opening of the Tan Kah Kee Station right at the school’s door- step, the school will be easily accessible via the Downtown Line 2.
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CONSORTIUM-FACULTY SYSTEM 3. In 2004, the Art Elective Programme (AEP) was established to offer With 4,000 students across six levels, the students a comprehensive art education strength of the Hwa Chong Integrated that encompasses a broad range of art Programme is rooted in our unique consortium- forms and media. faculty system. This configuration provides unrivalled opportunities for students to develop 4. In 2005, the school pioneered the their interests with the close personal support Bicultural Studies Programme (BSP), from consortium and faculty tutors. which aims to nurture a select group of bicultural future leaders who can In the first four years, the consortium system engage China as well as relate to the operates on the concept of “a school within a West. In 2007, we became the first school”. Teachers and students are grouped Singapore school to set up a satellite into four consortia and the structure ensures campus in Beijing. In 2011, the school close guidance and monitoring of students. In launched two more “winter campuses” in Year 5 and 6, students are grouped into faculties Suzhou (piloted in 2010) and Xi’an. through which pastoral care support is provided by a team of faculty teachers, civics tutors and 5. In 2008, the institution pioneered the units from Student Development Department. FutureSchools@Singapore, which aims to use technologies to design INNOVATIVE CURRICULUM AND teaching pedagogy to enhance learning of our students. In the past few years, PEDAGOGY teachers have experimented with blended learning, seminar styled lecture, The school has achieved eminence as one flipped classroom and team based of the top institutions offering wide-ranging teaching. school based special programmes that develop talents in every area of strength. Some of these 6. In 2010, we are the pioneer Singapore innovative programmes are the Science and school to collaborate with the Guangzhou Mathematics Talent Programme (SMTP), Economic and Technological Integrated Boarding Programme (IBP), Gifted Development District Administrative and Talented Education (GATE) Programme, Committee and SingBridge International which have nurtured budding scientists, Singapore Pte Ltd in promoting entrepreneurs, and most of all, well-rounded international education development leaders with global awareness and strongly in the Sino-Singapore Guangzhou anchored in moral ethnics. Knowledge City. The school is the talent centre for MOE special programmes and national initiatives:
1. First JC chosen to start the Humanities Programme (HP) in 1980. Today, Humanities Programme is one of the leading Oxford and Cambridge entry centres in the world outside the UK, with over 300 students to date.
2. First centre for the Chinese Language Elective Programme (LEP) in 1990. The programme aims to nurture students with linguistic ability in Chinese.
ABOUT HWA CHONG 7 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION) SCHOOL VISION, MISSION, CORE SCHOOL STRATEGIC VALUES VALUES Strategic Value Proposition Vision Passion We must maximise the opportunity to explore our interests. We seek 积极乐学 to develop these interests into life- Defining Holistic Education, and Empowering long passions. The HCI research- our Future Leaders to Live with Passion and based curriculum will hone our Lead with Compassion Disciplined Mind so that we may further develop our passions.
引领全人教育的发展方向，陶铸热爱生活、关爱 培养修练心智，爱学习，乐钻研， 别人，为社群谋福利的未来领袖 喜思考，终生好学不倦。
Integrity Integrity is an integral part of an Mission Ethical Mind. To serve the com- 正直诚信 munity effectively, we need to learn HCI nurtures leaders in Research, Industry and to be ethical in thought, speech, Government to serve the nation and action at all times. 培养道德心智，勤修身，多反省， 培育为国为民之科研、商企与政界领袖 时检讨，做个正人君子。
School Logo Innovation The pre-requisites of a Creating Mind are curiosity, innovation, and 善思创新 a quest for excellence. We should learn to explore possibilities and create platforms to forge break- throughs in a Knowledge-Based Economy.
培养创造心智，喜探索，善发掘， 寻突破，不断推陈出新。
Empathy We must learn to develop a Re- spectful Mind by valuing diverse 仁爱仁心 perspectives and understanding The school logo originates from the Chinese the feelings of others, particularly character “华” (“hua”, meaning “Chinese”, which those from different backgrounds. symbolises an important aspect of the school’s 培养尊重心智，亲民众，乐奉献， mission - to promote Chinese education and to 肯服务，建设和谐社会。 inculcate Chinese culture in our students. Responsibility We must anticipate, and be ac- 今日的华中徽志是由旧徽志演变而成。徽志设计 countable for, the consequences of 源于“华”字的变形。它代表华中建校的使命， 尽力尽责 our actions on self, community and 振兴华文教育与弘扬中华文化之义。 the environment. To whom much is given, much is expected. It is our social respon- School Core Values sibility to serve the nation. In the 21st century, it is vital for us to 自 强 不 息 develop a Synthesising Mind: to Tireless self-improvement with tenacity, draw, process, and transform sali- ent and reliable information from innovation and passion different sources—both offline and 己 立 立 人， 己 达 达 人 online—into knowledge that ben- Win – Win efits the larger community. 饮 水 思 源 培养统合心智，敢承担，有眼光， Never forget the source from which you drink 富魄力，以天下为己任。 water. Show gratitude. ABOUT HWA CHONG 8 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION) SCHOOL SONG
As part of our glorious land Sharing her spreading fame Hwa Chong will firmly stand Always to maintain her name Multi-racial we study together For knowledge we wish to attain Many races we shall gather Each day to achieve its aim We shall strive with verve For health in body and mind We’ll learn to lead and yet to serve In character ruggedly fine May Hwa Chong shine forever Her name big and strong One and all, let’s stand by her That she may live on and on
校歌
The lyrics of the Chinese school song were written in 1934 by Shao Qingyuan (邵庆元), a teacher in The Chinese High School to fit the tune of Annie Lisle, though the tempo of the school song is much faster.
海天寥廓 云树苍茏 中有我华中 礼门义路 时雨春风 吾侪托帡幪 猗与华中 南方之强 我中华之光 雄立狮岛 式是炎荒 万世其无疆
人生茫茫 学海洋洋 吾侪当自强 朝乾夕惕 日就月将 莫负好时光 猗与华中 南方之强 我中华之光 雄立狮岛 式是炎荒 万世其无疆
迨予庶士 笃实辉光 斐然已成章 膂力方刚 经营四方 前途浩且长 猗与华中 南方之强 我中华之光 雄立狮岛 式是炎荒 万世其无疆
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STAFF PHOTOS
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PRINCIPAL COMMITTEE (From left to right)
Front row: Mr Chow Chiu Wai, Director, Education Technology & Global Network, Mr Sung Kah Kee, Director, Student Care (High School), Dr Hon Chiew Weng, Principal, Mr Chan Kwok Leong, Deputy Principal, Student Development (College), Mr Tan Pheng Tiong, Deputy Principal, Special Projects, Dr Chung Wen Chee, Deputy Principal/ Student Development & Executive Director (High School), Mr Ng Seaw Choon, Dean, Student Development (High School), Dr Melvyn Lim, Dean, Corporate Services,
2nd Row: Dr Yeo Hwee Joo, Deputy Principal, Studies (High School), Dr Jasmine Tey, Director, Hwa Chong Centre for Pedagogical Excellence, Dr Chia Hui Peng, Director, Studies (High School), Mrs Veronica Chua, Director, Well- being, Mrs Foo-Lam Woon Keat, Director, Studies (College), Mrs Chin Bee Kuan, Deputy Principal, Studies & Executive Director (College), Mr Raymond Tan Fook Yong, Director, Finance, Mr Lee Kai Sim, Director, Student Development (College), Mr Joseph Timothy Tan Chye Liang, Director, Boarding School
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ARTS (ECONOMICS) (From left to right)
Front row: Ms Lee Su Ling Clara (Senior Teacher/Economics), Ms Lim Yi Wen Michelle (Education Consultant/Economics), Mr Tan Chi Yen William, Mr Tan Koon Ho Andrew (Senior Teacher/Economics), Ms How Lai Yin Deborah (Principal Consultant/Arts), Ms Fok Ying Lee Fiona (Senior Consultant/Economics), Ms Lee Qing Fen Cheryl, Ms Wang Jingwei Jenny
2nd Row: Mr How Hung Kin, Mdm Hayati Wijaya Alice, Mrs Toh-Tay Hui Lin Melissa, Ms Ong Yeong Lee Evelyn, Ms Cheah Suet Ping, Ms Koh Han Yun, Ms Ng Swee Chu, Ms Law Winnie, Mr Tan Kay Lai Albert (Education Consultant/ Education & Career Guidance)
Last row: Mr Ng Ying Fong Gilbert, Mr Foo Yong Hong, Mr Chong Woon Tien David, Mr Lim Yong Hin, Mr Wong Yan Hao
Absent with apologies: Mr Leong Choong Fatt, Ms Phang Lee Chin Janise, Mr Seah Boon Cheng Joshua, Mr Tan Tuan Wei Kelvin
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ARTS (HISTORY, GEOGRAPHY, CSE) (From left to right)
Front row: Mr Ong Hong Chin Ian (Education Consultant/History), Ms How Lai Yin Deborah (Principal Consultant/Arts), Mr Teh Chee Siong (Principal Consultant/Faculty)
2nd Row: Mrs Ling-Li Yinglin (Education Consultant/Student Development), Mrs Chua-Ngui Li Young (Education Consultant/ Geography), Ms Tan Hwei Ling Claire, Ms Heng Yiling Corinne
Absent with apologies: Ms Lo Dening
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ENGLISH (GENERAL PAPER) (From left to right)
Front Row: Mrs Yasila Vetri (Senior Teacher/General Paper), Miss Lee Min Yee Janet (Senior Teacher/Professional Development), Mr Saminathan s/o Moghan (Senior Teacher/General Paper), Dr Wilks Robert (Senior Consultant/General Paper), Miss Tan Mei Leng Judy (Principal Consultant 2/English), Mrs Chan-Lim Yin-Shin (Principal Consultant 1/English), Ms Lim Hwee Tze Marie (Senior Consultant/General Paper), Miss Wang Yitian (Education Consultant/GATE), Mr Tan Wah Jiam (Senior Consultant/Knowledge & Inquiry), Dr Cheong Su-Wei Audrey (Senior Consultant/Corporate Services)
2nd Row: Mr Sheun Gin Fatt Matthew, Miss Li Shi-En Lisa, Mrs Ng-Tay Lay Keow June (Senior Consultant/Faculty), Mr Ng Su Chan, Mr Tan Wei Ping Kenny, Miss Choo Ee Wen Lynn, Mdm Wong Pui Yee Stephanie, Miss Yeo Yun Ting Alanna, Mrs Tan-Leow Siew Li Joey, Mrs Gill-Harkiranjit Kaur, Mr Wong Yew Chong Augustine
Last Row: Ms Nair Vinitha, Mr David Patrick Timothy, Mr Hathaway Benjamin, Mr Kor Zhi Yang, Mr Mohamed Idris Bin Mohamed Haniffa, Mr Chua Boon Hwee Alvin, Miss Ong Hui Kiang Karen, Dr Ross McGregor
Absent with Apologies: Mr Tan Wei Jie Mark (Education Consultant/General Paper), Miss Lim Ai Hua, Mrs Magdalene Cecelia Logan, Mr Ho Cheok Meng Alexander
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ENGLISH (LITERATURE, KI, ELL) (From left to right)
Front Row: Mdm Madihah bte Mahmood (Education Consultant/English), Miss Heng Siok Tian (Senior Consultant/English), Mrs Chan-Lim Yin-Shin (Principal Consultant 1/English), Mr Tan Wah Jiam (Senior Consultant/Knowledge & Inquiry)
2nd Row: Miss Tan Sok Kim Kimberly, Mrs Tan-Loh Wei Ling Vicki, Mr Hathaway Benjamin, Mr U K Shyam, Mr Lo Denson (Education Consultant/Student Development), Mr Christian Richard Simpson, Mrs Siau-Yeo May Ying Serene
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ART ELECTIVE PROGRAMME (From left to right)
Front Row: Ms Low Sok Hui (Education Consultant/Art), Mr Tan Siang Yu (Principal Consultant/Art Elective Programme), Mr Kuek Sway Swee
2nd Row: Ms Ong Xi Wei Grace, Mr Wong Yew Chong Augustine, Mr Ho Zhen Ming, Ms Chung Ai Ling Denise
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HUMANITIES (From left to right)
Front Row: Mr Nicholas Perry (Senior Consultant/English Literature), Mr Michael White (Senior Consultant/Humanities Programme), Mr Christopher Burge
2nd Row: Mr Tan Wah Jiam (Senior Consultant/Knowledge & Inquiry), Mr Koh Siong Fei Isaac, Miss He Jiawen (Senior Consultant/Holistic Education), Mr Richard John Worrall
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MATHEMATICS (From left to right)
Front Row: Mr Yee Weng Hong (Senior Teacher/Mathematics), Miss Goh Keng Wah (Senior Consultant/Computing), Mdm Kwee Tiow Choo (Senior Consultant/Mathematics), Mr Lau Hock Soon (Principal Consultant/Mathematics), Mrs Sim-Lim Siew Hui (Principal Consultant/Student Development), Mr Yeow Boon Chin Ken (Senior Consultant/ Discipline), Mrs Lim-Liaw Lin Eng (Senior Consultant/Counselling), Mrs Tan-Moh Tser Ni Eileen (Senior Consultant/Project Work)
2nd Row: Mrs Boo-Ho Li Pheng, Mrs Chen-Li Jiawen, Mrs Chua-Huang Huifen (Education Consultant/Education Technology), Miss Ho Jia Yuan, Mdm Yu Qian, Ms Eileen Tan Yiling, Mdm Yan Youyu, Mdm Ong Siow Ying, Miss Liw Wenyan, Ms Lang Fui Ying, Mrs Tan-Lee Wing Kei Joyce, Mrs Tam-Ng Beng Beng
Last Row: Mr Ho Ho Sing Philip, Mr Ng Tong Cheong (Senior Consultant/Education Technology), Dr Wee Juan Dee, Mr Khoo Shun Chih, Mr Ng Say Tiong (Senior Consultant/Mathematics), Mr Tan Choo Kee Joseph (Education Consultant/Special Projects), Mr Lee Yung Hei, Mr Ma Zhou, Mr Chua Khang Jye
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PROJECT WORK (From left to right)
Front Row: Ms Yasmin d/o Mohamed Asrafali, Mr Lim Wee Choon Edwin (Senior Teacher/Project Work), Mrs Ong Nirmala Devi Govindasamy (Principal Consultant/Project Work), Mrs Tan-Moh Tser Ni Eileen (Senior Consultant/Project Work)
2nd Row: Ms Shakeela Banu d/o Mohamed Asrafali, Ms Tay Yong Shin Avril (Education Consultant/Corporate Services), Mr Sukhvinder Singh Gill, Mrs Chia-Quek Yean Yean Sheila, Ms Ying Min (Senior Teacher/Project Work), Ms Lin Xiu Xia
Absent with Apologies: Mr U.K Shyam
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MOTHER TONGUE LANGUAGE (From left to right)
Front Row: Mr Ren Xiaohui, Mdm Zhang Wei, Mdm Xu Jianfen (Senior Consultant/Chinese Language), Mr Hong Wee Seng Jeffrey (Principal Consultant/Mother Tongue Language), Dr Tan Mei Leng (Senior Consultant/Corporate Services), Dr Liang Yong (Education Consultant/CSC Curriculum).
2nd Row: Mdm Liu Qian, Mdm Liu Jinyuan, Mrs Leong-Lim Chiew Hong, Mdm Yang Yan, Mdm Zhu Hairong, Ms Yeo Tan Ching (Senior Teacher/Chinese Language), Dr Sin Yee Theng
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MTL (BICULTURAL STUDIES PROGRAMME) (From left to right)
Mdm Liu Qian, Mdm Xu Jianfen (Senior Consultant/Chinese Language), Dr Liang Yong (Education Consultant/ CSC Curriculum), Mr Hong Wee Seng Jeffrey (Principal Consultant/Mother Tongue Language), Mdm Zhu Hairong, Dr Sin Yee Theng.
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MTL (LANGUAGE ELECTIVE) (From left to right)
Mr Ren Xiaohui, Mdm Zhang Wei, Mdm Yang Yan, Dr Tan Mei Leng (Senior Consultant/Corporate Services), Ms Yeo Tan Ching (Senior Teacher/Chinese Language)
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PE & CCA (From left to right)
Front Row: Ms Teo Siew Nge (Senior Teacher/PE&CCA), Ms Chen Phi Fern (Senior Consultant/PE&CCA), Ms Lum Siew Chin, Ms Tan Ai Lay
2nd Row: Mr Derrick Ong Yong Jit, Mr Lee Cheng Wei, Mr Michael Wong Soon Yuh (Education Consultant/Student Development), Dr Terng Yew Lian (Principal Consultant/PE&CCA), Mr Lee Kai Sim (Director/Student Development), Mr Loh Yu Chze, Mr Yong Yuen Cheng, Mr Tan Yee Weal (Education Consultant/PE & CCA), Mr Joshua Teo Wei Shien.
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SCIENCE (BIOLOGY) (From left to right)
Front Row: Miss Soh Yen Ping (Education Consultant / Corporate Services), Mr Nah Wee Keong (Senior Consultant / Student Development), Mr Khairulzad Bin Sulaiman (Senior Consultant / Faculty), Mdm Daphne Tay (Education Consultant / Biology), Mrs Foo-Lam Woon Keat (Director / Studies), Miss Ong Lay Hua (Senior Consultant / Biology), Mr Heng Yew Han (Education Consultant / Faculty), Mrs Tay-Choo Lay Kheng Cindy (Senior Teacher / Biology)
2nd Row: Miss Liu Xi, Ms Lee Sok Ee, Mrs Lim-Kng Yin Ling Irene, Mr Heng Kiang Justin, Mr Khoo Sien Fong Dennis, Miss Liu Peishan, Dr Chia Wan Jie Adeline
Absent with Apologies: Mrs Toh-Lim Hui Ni
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SCIENCE (CHEMISTRY) (From left to right)
Front Row: Mr Wee Chorng Shin (Senior Teacher/Chemistry), Miss Sophie Bobillier (Education Consultant/Science and Mathematics Talent Programme), Mrs Lim-Huang Shufen (Education Consultant/Chemistry), Mrs Cheng-Liau Ming Lee (Senior Consultant /Chemistry), Mr Chan Kwong Yee Benjamin (Principal Consultant 2/Science), Mr Loy Hui Chun (Senior Teacher/Chemistry), Mr Lee Song Kee Sam (Senior Teacher/Chemistry), Dr Tan Yong Leng Kelvin (Research Scientist)
2nd Row: Miss Wong Hwee Ming (Principal Consultant/Faculty), Mrs Lee-Lau Chay Koon, Miss Tan Choon Siew (Senior Consultant/Student Development), Mrs Tano-Phua Sheng Jie Jacqueline (Education Consultant /Student Development), Mdm Chen Xintian, Miss Chua Hui Ying Grace (Senior Consultant/Faculty), Miss Fan Yitian, Miss Hong Yi Shuen, Mrs Tay-Chen Sue Ann, Mrs Cheong-Ng Siok Ching Crystal (Education Consultant/Faculty), Ms Teo Jia Ling Violet, Dr Sze Min Ling Ella, Ms Soh Swee Keng
Last Row: Mr Loo Kian Hin, Mr Kok Wai Keong Kevin, Mr Li Jiexun, Mr Alan Teo Kay Liang, Mr Sim Weiheng, Mr Low Yizong, Mr Teo Ming Ern (Senior Consultant/Faculty), Mr Low Kay Siang, Mr Lim Junyang
Absent with Apologies: Mrs Phee-Tan Peh Ling (Senior Consultant/ Science and Mathematics Talent Programme), Mrs Lim-Kong Lei Zun Jolin (Education Consultant/Student Development), Mr Loy Colin (Education Consultant/Chemistry), Mr Lee Gah Hung STAFF PHOTOS 25 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION)
SCIENCE (PHYSICS) (From left to right)
Front Row: Ms Li Sze Ying Emily, Mdm Chen Geok Loo, Mrs Tan-Lee Lay Koon Irene (Senior Consultant / Physics), Mr Tang Koon Loon (Principal Consultant 1 / Science), Mr Low Juay Kiang Alvin (Education Consultant / Physics), Dr Lim Jit Ning (Senior Consultant / Research), Mrs Leo-Chua Hui Li Teri (Education Consultant / Faculty), Mrs Loh-Lam Yen Ling (Senior Consultant / GATE)
2nd Row: Mr Lee Lih Juinn, Mr Gow Jong Seay Arthur, Mr Tan Oon How, Mr Zhang Yukun, Mr Boredin Saengtuksin, Mr Tan Jun Seng Samuel, Mr Kwek Wei Hong, Mr Philip Hugh Thomas, Dr Dave Jacobus Petronella Lommen, Mr Chua Kah Hean (Senior Teacher / Physics), Dr Erkan Polatdemir, Mr Quek Wee Tong
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EDUCATION TECHNOLOGY (From left to right)
Front Row: Miss Goh Keng Wah (Senior Consultant/Computing), Mr Ng Tong Cheong (Senior Consultant/Education Technology), Mr Chow Chui Wai (Director/Education Technology), Mrs Chua-Huang Huifen (Education Consultant/Education Technology), Mrs Tan-Moh Tser Ni Eileen (Senior Consultant/Project Work)
2nd Row: Mr Loh Tze Wei, Mr Tan Oon How, Dr Wee Juan Dee, Mr Chong Woon Tien David, Mr Khoo Shun Chih, Miss Ho Jia Yuan, Ms Chen-Li Jiawen
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STUDENT DEVELOPMENT (From left to right)
First Row: Ms Lee Meng Choo Carina (Officer/Administration (Higher Education)), Mrs Tano-Phua Jacqueline (Education Consultant/Student Development), Mrs Tay-Chen Sue Ann, Mr Denson Lo (Education Consultant/Student Development), Mr Wong Soon Yuh Michael (Education Consultant/Student Development), Mr Tan Kay Lai Albert (Education Consultant/Student Development), Ms Junita Devi D/O Sockalingam (Assistant Manager/ Higher Education), Miss He Jiawen (Senior Consultant/Student Development), Mrs Ling-Li Yinglin (Education Consultant/Student Development)
2nd Row: Mr Tan Siang Yu (Principal Consultant/ Art Elective Programme), Mr Lee Kai Sim (Director/Student Development), Mr Chan Kwok Leong (Deputy Principal/Student Development), Mrs Sim-Lim Siew Hui (Principal Consultant/ Student Development), Miss Tan Choon Siew (Senior Consultant/Student Development), Mr Yeow Boon Chin Ken (Senior Consultant/ Discipline)
Absent with Apologies: Mr Nah Wee Keong (Senior Consultant/Student Development), Ms Huo Yasi (Education Consultant/Student Development), Mr Koh P-Chong Noel (Education Consultant/Student Development), Mrs Lim-Kong Lei Jun Jolin (Education Consultant/Student Development), Ms Lo Dening, Ms Ong Doo Guat (Manager/Higher Education)
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FACULTY (From left to right)
Front Row: Mrs Lim Lin Eng (Senior Consultant/Counselling), Mr Khairulzad bin Sulaiman (Senior Consultant/Faculty), Mr Teo Ming Ern (Senior Consultant/Faculty), Mr Teh Chee Siong (Principal Consultant/Faculty), Mr Chan Kwok Leong (Deputy Principal/Student Development (JC)), Miss Wong Hwee Ming (Principal Consultant/Faculty), Ms Chua Hui Ying Grace (Senior Consultant/Faculty), Mrs June Ng-Tay Lay Keow (Senior Consultant/Faculty)
2nd Row: Miss Tan Ai Lay (Coordinator/Faculty), Ms Lee Su Ling Clara (Senior Teacher/Economics), Mr Lim Junyang (Coordinator/Faculty), Mrs Leo-Chua Hui Li Teri (Education Consultant/Faculty), Miss Fan Yitian (Coordinator/ Faculty), Mr Heng Yew Han (Education Consultant/Faculty), Mrs Cheong-Ng Siok Ching Crystal (Education Consultant/Faculty), Mrs Goh-Ong Hwee Ling Kathleen (Senior Consultant/Counselling)
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ADMIN/ HEU/ LIBRARY (From left to right)
Front Row: Ms Junita Devi d/o Sockalingam (HEU), Ms Karen Ng (Admin), Mr Patrick Chua (Lib)
2nd Row: Mdm Geraldine Koh (Admin), Mdm Irene Ang (Library), Miss Carina Lee (HEU), Miss Elice Goh (Admin), Mdm Tan Buay Lan (Admin), Miss Joanne Mok (Admin), Miss Laura Tan (HEU)
Absent with Apologies: Ms Vera Kwek (Admin)
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SCIENCE LABORATORY (PHYSIC, CHEMISTRY AND BIOLOGY) (From left to right)
Front Row: Mr Ee Nyuk Choong (Chem), Mr Gan Theng Hong (Chem), Mdm Lee Ghim Fong (Bio), Mdm Cheong Lai Kuen (Phy)
2nd Row: Mr Yau Zhi Wei (Chem), Miss Liew Mei Hua (Bio), Miss Sandra Chan (Bio), mDM Liaw Hui Ai (Chem)
Absent with Apologies: Mr Chiang Kum Leong (Phy), Mdm Lim Geak Eng (Chem), Mr Pang Swee Han (Phy)
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MEDIA RESOURCE/ ESTATE / IT (From left to right)
Front Row: Mr Fred Go (Estate), Miss Elisha Ruth Cabaltera Zamudio (Media Resource), Mr Zhou Yuntian (IT)
2nd Row: Mr Alfie Lam (IT), Mr Ng Gim Song (Estate), Mr Yam Heng Huat (IT)
Absent with Apologies: Mr Lee Cheng Hoe (Media Resource), Mr Tay Peng Kwang (Estate)
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CODE OF CONDUCT AND SCHOOL RULES
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CODE OF CONDUCT & SCHOOL . Integrity must be the most RULES distinguished traits of all Hwa Chongians The Code of Conduct serves to encourage acceptable student behaviour so that the school 2. Respect for TEACHERS community will feel a sense of respect, belonging . Attend lessons and related and security. It focuses on giving empowerment activities conscientiously to students to practice self-discipline and . Always be punctual to show personal responsibility. respect – if you are late, knock before entering the room and We expect every Hwa Chongian to conduct apologise himself/herself with dignity and respect for self . Always greet teachers at the and others, uphold and respect the tradition and beginning and thank them at the spirit of the school. end of the lessons . Be polite and attentive during The School Disciplinary Board is made up of lessons, lectures and talks – no the Principal, the Deputy-Principals and the eating, sleeping or slouching or Discipline Committee. engage in personal conversations . Adopt a respectful demeanour and The Discipline Committee includes the Senior an appropriate tone when speaking Consultant/ Discipline – Mr. Ken Yeow Boon to teachers Chin, Senior Consultant/ Faculty – Miss Grace . Apologise sincerely for any Chua and all faculty teachers. misdemeanours
All students of the school must always uphold the highest standards of conduct as specified in the 3. Respect for School COMMUNITY School Code of Conduct, presented as follows: . Respect for authority is a fundamental value stressed by the school. When due punishment is CODE OF CONDUCT accorded to you, accept it graciously We are proud to be students of Hwa Chong . Appreciate and be grateful to the Institution and pledge to uphold her good efforts of non-teaching staff name by behaving in an exemplary manner at . Be grateful to cleaning and support all times. We aim to be a credit to ourselves, staff and help to keep the school our school and our nation. tidy and clean. No littering in the school compound Our Code of Conduct is based on the four Cs: . Switch off handphones and any Consideration, Courtesy, Concern and Care – all other beeping devices during of which are underpinned by the basic concept lessons of . RESPECT . School property must be respected at all times. Remember to switch 1. Respect for SELF off fans, air conditioning and . Take care to be well-groomed lights after lessons. Leave the . Wear the school uniform with pride classrooms tidy with chairs and and observe school dress code at tables in place and with a clean all times whiteboard . Abstain from vulgar language and . Walk briskly to avoid congestion – gestures we do not loiter in groups and . Conduct yourself with dignity and obstruct others. Refrain from decorum talking loudly or shouting along corridors CODE OF CONDUCT AND SCHOOL RULES 34 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION) . Not afraid to say ‘sorry’ – readily School Rules admit and apologise for your mistakes School rules apply throughout the students’ . Sincerely praise the achievements school life. They also apply when the student is of others and modestly recognize representing the school at any official functions our own achievement or in any situation that may link him/her to the . Cheerfully greet anyone in the school. school community: peers, staff, support personal (cleaning staff, Disciplinary action will be taken against students canteen helpers) and guests of the who fail to observe the school rules. school. Respond warmly when they greet us and assist anyone The School Day who needs help 1. All students must report punctually at . Act responsibly when posting any the designated venues for morning flag content and/or expressing our raising assembly by 7.30 am (at the views on both print and online school field terrace on Mondays) and 7,45 media am (College section) for other days.
4. Respect for SCHOOL and COUNTRY 2. All students must record their attendance . Be punctual for flag raising daily by tapping his/her Ezlink card at the assembly. Stand in order and in designated card readers. Records of silence throughout assembly attendance will be updated daily and . Sing our national anthem, recite taken into consideration in the student’s the pledge with pride and sing the overall Conduct Grade. school song with conviction . Pay attention to assembly 3. A student is considered late for school if announcements he/she is not with the CT group when . Attend and enthusiastically support morning assembly begins with the school functions singing of the national anthem. Students . Greet and assist guests in school who are Singapore citizens must sing the . Listen appreciatively to, and National Anthem and take the Pledge. politely applaud guest speakers Students will take the Pledge with the . Never abuse or vandalise school right fist place over the heart. All other property nationals are expected to stand at . Always act as good ambassadors attention for the school by displaying exemplary behaviour in public 4. A student who arrives after the assembly has begun (but before it is over) must report to the Late-Comers’ Corner at the Right-Wing Void Deck. He/she will be deemed LATE and the Civics Tutor will note down each time a student is LATE. These students will need to submit their Ezlink cards to the teachers on duty and then collect it back from the College Reception Office from 1.00 p.m. onwards.
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5. A student who arrives even later (after 6. Any student found absent from school the assembly is over) must report to his/ or lessons without a valid reason will face her Civics Tutor to have his/her attendance disciplinary action. for the day marked. In the case that the student cannot locate his/her Civics Leaving School Tutor, he/she must leave his/ her Civics 1. No student is allowed to leave the school Tutor a note stating his/ her time of arrival premises before 1.00 p.m. on normal in school. In the event when the student weekdays without permission. If a student fails to report to his/her Civics Tutor, he/ needs to leave the school premises for she will be deemed as being absent from any valid reason (e.g. illness, school school without a valid reason. competitions etc), he/ she must fill in an out-of-campus pass in triplicate (One The School Term copy for the Civics Tutor; one for the CT 1. The school year is divided into two representative and one personal copy). semesters of two terms each. All students are expected to refer to school calendar 2. If a student is unwell during lesson, he/ which can be found in the Intelligent she may use the sick bay with the School Portal (ISP). permission of the administration staff at the College Reception Office. 2. All students are expected to attend school till the last day of every term. Students are 3. Out-of-campus passes are obtainable expected to go for vacation after the close from the College Reception. They can of a term and end their vacation before be duly verified and signed only by the the start of a term. student’s Civics Tutor. In whose absence, the student should seek permission from 3. Attendance during school term is their faculty EC/SC/ PC or PC/SD, compulsory. If a student fails to attend Director/SD, or Deputy Principals or school because of illness, injury or any Principal. other valid reason, he/she must produce a valid medical certificate or a letter of 4. Once the out-of-campus pass is signed, excuse from his/her parents to his/her the student must give a copy each to the Civics Tutor immediately upon return to CT representative and the Civics Tutor the School. and keep the last copy, to be produced when queried. 4. Absence with excuse shall include the following valid reasons: personal illness, \ 5. A valid medical certificate or parent’s death in the immediate family, letter of excuse (for emergencies only) emergencies at home, or where should be provided to the civics tutor on permission has been granted by the the next school day. This will be filed in school or a medical officer. the CT file.
5. Attendance is also compulsory for the 6. Parent’s letter of excuse is capped at 3 following: per term. . Morning flag-raising and pledge- taking ceremony . All lessons, lectures, practical sessions. . All scheduled talks, workshops and seminars. . All school functions, e.g. Sports Day, Cross Country etc.
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Use of Sick Bay ATTIRE & APPEARANCE 1. Students who are unwell during lesson should inform their subject tutor. A School Uniform classmate should accompany the student 1. Students are to wear the prescribed to the College Reception Office to fill up school uniform and modification to the the Sick Bay Report Form. uniform is not allowed.
2. Admin staff at the reception will assist 2. Students are advised to purchase the the student to the sick bay and inform the school uniforms from the school tailor to family members and the Civics tutor. ensure that the correct standard has been The student will be taken to see the doctor met. if necessary. The student must seek permission from Civics tutor or key 3. All students are expected to abide by the personnel should he/she needs to go following dress code: home. Times/Activities Dress Code Remarks All lessons, Full School Students can wear practical sessions Uniform their uniform with & remedial (Shirts and PE T-shirt up to lessons; talks & blouses should be 12.30 pm provided seminars. neatly tucked in) they have PE (excluding PE lessons on the lessons) same morning. Common Tests, Full School Students in Block Tests & All Uniform improper attire will Examinations not be allowed to sit for the test/ examination PE lessons PE attire Games & CCA PE attire or sports practices approved school attire Official school Semi-ceremonial Dress code will be functions uniform or Full announced before & special Ceremonial the event. occasions (e.g. Uniform the Pre-U seminar & Inter-School Debates) School holidays & Full School Uni- No casual clothes weekends form or allowed. Uniform with School approved school approved T-shirt includes T-shirt PE shirt or Faculty T-shirt See Appendix A for the specifications for uniforms.
4. The collar pin must be worn on the left collar of the uniform at all times.
Footwear 1. All students are allowed to wear sports shoes which are predominantly black or white without neon- or fluorescent- coloured panels/stripes.
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2. White socks should be visible at all times. Others Liner and ankle socks that are not visible 1. Accessories deemed inappropriate by the when worn with shoes are not allowed. school should not be worn. This includes Coloured socks are not allowed. . Flashy or chunky jewellery (rings, earrings, bracelets) or other 3. Sandals may be worn only when a student accessories such as leather is suffering from a foot/ankle injury. neckbands, bead chokers Moccasins/slippers are not allowed. . Earrings & ear-studs are not allowed for boys. . Multiple earrings or ear-studs are Hair not allowed for girls. Girls are Every student must maintain a neat and allowed to wear a pair of simple appropriate hairstyle at all times. and identical earrings
For male students 2. Students in uniform must not have long . Hair must not reach the ears or shirt and painted nails and must not wear collars. Side burns are not allowed. cosmetics or make-up. . Fringes should not be floppy and above both eyebrows . Face must be clean-shaven and no Decorum in School facial hair is allowed (e.g. growing of moustaches & beards) School Gatherings . Avoid unusual hairstyles that attract When the school gathers in Assembly ground, others’ attention and deemed inappropriate Hall or Auditorium for flag raising ceremony, talks by the school or school functions, silence should be observed. . Hair must be of its natural colour and should not be dyed, tinted or highlighting Students should put on good behaviour during of hair such gatherings. Courtesy and respect must be accorded to all concerned, especially invited speakers. For female students . Long hair must be tied up neatly. Only Lost and Found plain hair accessories may be used Any items found on the school premises should . Avoid unusual hairstyles that attract be handed to the College Reception Office others’ attention and deemed inappropriate immediately. Students are not encouraged to by the school bring valuable items or excessive cash to school. . Hair must be of its natural colour and should not be dyed, tinted or highlighting School Security of hair Student must cooperate and report any suspicious characters on school premises to the College Reception Office immediately.
All students must take personal responsibility for the safekeeping of their personal belongings.
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School Canteen 5. Students are encouraged to use IT Consumption of food and drinks should be equipment in the school for research and confined to the canteen only. Consumption of learning purposes. It is, however, a any food or drink (other than plain water) on serious offence to: premises outside the canteen is not allowed. . hack into the school’s computer system Cutlery is to be returned to the respective . modify system setting for personal receptacles after meal. reason . send obscene messages or emails TESTS & EXAMINATIONS . make unauthorised use of the internet account 1. All students must sit for all scheduled . download undesirable and tests and examinations for all the subjects offensive materials that they are taking. . Copying of software and data protected by copyright or license 2. A student who is absent from a test or . send spam mail examination due to illness must produce . posting defamatory, derogatory a valid medical certificate. Otherwise, no or political motivated articles on marks will be awarded for that test and the internet or electronic mail “absence without reason” will be indicated . play computer games or install in the students’ records. The student will games in the server not be allowed to sit for a retest (if any). Disciplinary actions will be taken against the 3. All students must be properly attired culprit and may include reporting them to the when sitting for any test or examination. police or barring them from using any IT facilities Mobile phones are prohibited in all test in the school. and examination venues. 6. All hardware and software provided by Use of IT facilities/Internet the school or MOE are not be abused, 1. Cleanliness must be observed in the copied, deleted or modified in any computer labs at all times. Consumption manner. Introduction of virus or any of food and drinks are strictly prohibited. software that maliciously interfere with the normal operation of the network is 2. Students who wish to use the computers prohibited. in lab B218 must do so only during the free periods. Other prohibited practices
3. Students are only allowed to use their 1. The use of ipods and mobile phones are own login ID and password for their prohibited during all lessons, talks and personal school account. Students are practical sessions. fully responsible for the usage and all activities under their account. 2. Bouncing of balls and playing of all ball games is restricted to designated fields or 4. Students should not intentionally seek courts. PE attire or approved school team information on, and copies of data and attire must be worn during such games. files or password belonging to other account holders. 3. No card games using poker cards are allowed.
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4. No consumption and possession of 6. Demerit points will be given to any student alcohol, cigarettes and drugs are allowed. who has committed an offence. The number of demerit points given will 5. Prior approval from the school must be depend on the severity of the offence sought for any fundraising through committed. activities or donations. 7. The School Discipline Board reserves the 6. No recording in any media is permitted. right to amend or append any rule Recording is allowed only when approval and regulation as and when necessary. from the school is obtained. Such changes will be made known to all students.
Disciplinary Actions
1. All teachers may take disciplinary actions against any student who has broken school rules. Disciplinary action includes all forms of restriction of student privileges, including routine reporting, extra written work or supervised work sessions.
2. Teachers may also send a referral to SC/ Discipline. Students will be dealt with according to the nature of the offence. Students who have been referred more than three times may face suspension or expulsion.
3. Students who are not properly attired may be asked to go home to change to the appropriate attire.
4. Criminal offences will be referred to the Police.
5. A student is liable to be suspended or expelled on any one of the following grounds:
. Showing insubordination or insolent behaviour towards teachers . Any form of dishonesty such as theft, cheating in tests or examinations, forgery or plagiarism. . Defacing / damaging School property or any other forms of vandalism . Acts of hooliganism; unruly or disorderly behaviour in or out of School CODE OF CONDUCT AND SCHOOL RULES 40 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION) SPECIFICATIONS FOR UNIFORMS APPENDIX A
1. Full School Uniform 2. Semi-ceremonial Uniform
This consists of: This is the dress code for official school functions, . Beige shirt and beige pants with a black and consists of the full school uniform and the or dark brown belt for boys. school tie with black shoes and white socks. . Beige blouse and beige skirt for girls. . School collar pin 3. Full Ceremonial Uniform . Predominantly black or white sports shoes without neon- or fluorescent- This is the dress code for special functions like coloured panels/stripes the Pre-U Seminar and Inter-school debates. It . White socks of an appropriate length. consists of . The school blazer over a white, long- sleeved shirt . School tie . Beige pants or beige skirt . Black shoes with white socks
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4. PE Attire
This consists of: . The school T-shirt and school PE shorts . Predominantly black or white shoes (unless special footwear is needed to play a particular game) with white socks
CODE OF CONDUCT AND SCHOOL RULES 42 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION) GUIDELINES FOR CONDUCT Minor Offences GRADE The table below shows the award of demerit points for the various minor offences. Serious Offence Parents/guardians will be informed for serious Types of Minor No. of Demerit offences committed by the students. Further Offences Point(s) actions such as demerit points, probation, Late For School 1 suspension or expulsion may be taken by the Fail Spot-Check 1 school. Absent From Lesson/ 2 Courses/ Briefing / Examples of serious offences are, but not limited Flag Raising to: Others To be decided by . Defiance towards teachers Discipline Committee . Cyber offences . Inappropriate behaviour between All disciplinary records will be kept in each students student’s dossier. . Damage to school property/vandalism . Forgery Details on the nature of the offence and . Cheating in assessment disciplinary action will be recorded. . Disregard of rules . Fighting Conduct Grade . Bullying . Outrage of modesty The Conduct Grade will be computed based on . Shoplifting/theft the total demerit points accumulated termly and it will be recorded in the progress report. The table below shows the award of demerit points for the various serious offences. The overall conduct grade for the year is the sum of termly demerit points. Types of Serious No. of Demerit Offences Point(s) Conduct Grade No. of Demerit Defiance / Truancy 4 – 10 (End of Term) Points Vandalism / Fighting 8 – 10 EXCELLENT 0 – 1 / Cheating / Forgery / VERY GOOD 2 Plagiarism GOOD 3 – 4 Cyber Offences 8 – 10 FAIR ≥ 5 Others To be decided by Discipline Committee Conduct Grade No. of Demerit (End of Year) Points EXCELLENT 0 – 4 VERY GOOD 5 – 8 GOOD 9 – 14 FAIR ≥ 15
NOTE Repeated offences committed in each school term may warrant a higher number of demerit points given.
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ACADEMIC MATTERS
44 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION) GENERAL INFORMATION ARTS DEPARTMENT History Departments Geography Economics China Studies in English
AESTHETICS DEPARTMENT Art Elective Programme Music
ENGLISH DEPARTMENT General Paper Knowledge & Inquiry English Language & Linguistics English Literature
HUMANITIES PROGRAMME DEPARTMENT
MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT Mathematics Further Mathematics Computing
MOTHER TONGUE LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT Chinese Language Foreign Language Chinese Language & Literature General Studies in Chinese China Studies in Chinese Translation Chinese Language Elective Programme Bicultural Studies Programme
PROJECT WORK DEPARTMENT
PHYSICAL EDUCATION & CCA DEPARTMENT
RESEARCH DEPARTMENT
SCIENCE DEPARTMENT Physics Chemistry Biology Science & Mathematics Talent Programme Gifted And Talented Education Programme
STUDENT DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT Guidance Education Leadership Education Character & Citizenship Education
ACADEMIC MATTERS 45 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION) ASSESSMENT STRUCTURE & REPORTING PROMOTIONAL CRITERIA There are 2 main methods of reporting student The table below shows the weighting and period progress to parents: of assessment: 1. Through progress report in end March, Assessment weighting of JC1 mid - year (both JC 1/JC2) and at the end of the school year (for JC1).
Type of Continual Block Test Promotional assessment Assessment Examination 2. Through Parent’ teacher meeting. Weighting 25% 10% 65% Students and parents can also log into Timeframe On-going Term 3 Week Term 4 Intelligent School Portal (ISP) to check 1 Weeks 3 - 4 on the tests /examination results which are available at the following schedule: Assessment weighting of JC2 Mid- April Progress report for JC1/JC2
Type of Block Test Preliminary End July Block Tests report for JC1/JC2 assessment Examination Weighting BT1 –10% 80% BT2 – 10% Mid Oct Prelim Examination report for JC2 Timeframe BT1 -- Term 1 Term 3 Week 9 to Week 10 & Term 2 Term 4 Week 1 Early Nov Overall Report for JC1 Week 1;
BT2 – Term 3 April, July and Nov student reports are forward- Weeks 1 & 2 ed to parents/guardians by post but the Prelim Exam Report for JC2 will be handed to the stu- Combination of Subjects dent on the last day of school. Promotional Criteria The norm is for students to offer three H2 and Students will be promoted to JC 2 if they meet one H1 content-based subjects, one of which is the following minimum criteria based on the a contrasting subject. Students must also offer Overall JC1 results. General Paper, MTL and Project Work. The total Academic Unit for the norm combination is 10 Two H2 passes (E-grade) AU. This would present a manageable workload OR for students to enjoy a holistic education. One H2 pass (E-grade) and two H2 sub-pass (S- grade) Students who have the passion for a particular subject and have the time to go beyond the norm Note may offer additional H1/H2 subjects or up to two (i) H1 content subject pass (A to E grade) is H3 subjects. But the maximum Academic unit is equivalent to a H2 sub-pass (S-grade) capped at 12 AU. (ii) Pass in General Paper (A to E grade) is also equivalent to a H2 sub-pass (S- grade)
Students who repeat JC1 have to take 3H2 1H1 subject combinations.
ACADEMIC MATTERS 46 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION) Criteria to continue taking the expanded Grading System for H1/H2 Subjects curriculum (i.e. more than 3 H2 and 1 H1 subjects) Marks Grade Level of Achievement Students are allowed to offer the expanded curriculum in JC2 provided the following minimum 70 & above A Excellent criteria, based on the overall JC1 results, are met. Otherwise, they will have to abide by the 60 – 69 B Very Good corresponding actions recommended.
Curriculum Minimum Action Recommended 55 – 59 C Good taken in JC 1 criteria recommended curriculum in if criteria is JC 2 not met 4 H2 + 1 H1 Pass in three Drop one 4 H2 (11 AU) or 50 – 54 D Satisfactory (12 AU) H2 subjects non-contrasting 3 H2 + 1 H1 and at least a subject. (10 AU) sub-pass in the 4 H2 Down-grade 3 H2 + 1 H1 4th H2 subject. 45 – 49 E Pass (11 AU) one H2 subject (10 AU) (3E + 1S) to H1
40 – 44 S Sub-Pass Criteria to offer H3 Subjects
University taught modules 39 & below U Ungraded The selection is done by the universities based on the JC1 Overall Results. Students who score at least B in the associated H2 subjects are Grading System for MOE H3 Subjects recommended by the school. Marks Grade Level of H3 Research Programmes Achievement All H3 Science Research programmes begin in JC1 Term 2 with the exception of Humanities & 70 & above D Distinction Social Sciences Research which starts in JC2. Selection is done by the universities and MOE. Applicants are selected based on research 55 – 69 M Merit proposal, teacher recommendation and Sec 4 overall results. 45 - 54 P Pass MOE H3 Subjects The selection is based on Mean Subject Grade 44 and below U Ungraded MSG ≤ 2.6 and within top 15 percentile for the associated H2 subject.
MSG is calculated based on all H1 and H2 content based subjects of JC1 Overall Results.
ACADEMIC MATTERS 47 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION) Guidelines for Absence from Block Tests and Examinations
All students who miss any major internal examinations must be covered by a medical certificate (MC) or be given exemption by DP/ Studies with valid reason(s).
Parent’s letter citing grounds for absence will not be accepted.
Examples of valid reasons for exemption include . The student was excused on medical grounds. Student must submit MC to civics tutor immediately upon return to school.
. The student was excused on compassionate grounds. Student should inform civics tutor and submit the relevant document upon return to school.
. The student was excused as he/she was representing the school/nation at a national/international competition. Student has to inform teacher in charge to apply for exemption two weeks before the block test or examination.
Students who are absent from Block tests with valid reasons are required to attempt the paper as an exercise and submit to teachers for grading. The marks will not be counted towards the final grade.
Students who absent without a valid reason or did not comply with examination regulations will be given zero mark for that paper followed by disciplinary actions.
If a student is excused with a valid reason from Promotional Examination, the student must sit for the missing papers at the supplementary examination conducted on dates determined by the school. The supplementary exam results will be used to decide advancement to JC2.
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STUDENT DEVELOPMENT
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STUDENT DEVELOPMENT 50 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION) Student Development Overview The Three Pillars
We strongly believe in taking a holistic approach There are three pillars in Student Development in the affective development of every student, to Programmes refer to Organisation Chart: help them develop their leadership potential and facilitate their contributions to the community, to- PILLARS GOAL wards nation building. Guidance Education Develop self-awareness - personal characteristics Student Development Model (interests, skills and values) and be purposeful in the pursuit of educational, career and life goals. Character & Citizenship Development of social Education awareness and responsible citizenry. Leadership Education Develop ethnical leaders with the vision, wisdom, passion and integrity to succeed in the global environment and to serve our nation
Guidance Education
The Guidance Education comprises of Higher Education, Career Guidance and Counselling,
Higher Education Coordinator IC Ms Junita Devi D/O Sockalingam ([email protected])
The HE unit guides our students to gain admission Student Outcomes to their best fit universities. . Our students should embrace high The following programmes are organized for moral integrity interested students: . Our students display sensitivity . information sessions by local & overseas and respect to others ; concern for university admission representatives the society (US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, . Our students are exemplary France, Germany, Switzerland, Japan leaders and maximize their etc.) to help students explore a wide range innovative and creative potentials. of possible options for their tertiary education; Each week, at least two periods of formal affec- . local university campus tours when tive education curriculum time will encompass a universities send invitations. variety of activities by Civics Tutors, Education/ . overseas undergraduate forums (sharing Senior Consultants or professionals to prepare by ex-students on campus life and their our students for their future, to develop them to overseas educational experiences ); be innovative and passionate individuals who lead with integrity, serve with empathy, and pos- sess a strong sense of civic responsibility
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. in-house briefing sessions on applications Note that TAG programe is held in June and Nov/ to US and UK universities; Dec holidays (usually 1 to 2 weeks). Registration . one-on-one counselling sessions are done in Terms 2 and 3 respectively . US & UK personal essay writing workshops and providing feedback on Pastoral Care & Counselling students’ application essays to improve School counsellor the quality of applications. Mrs Kathleen Goh ([email protected]) The Education & Career Guidance Centre is located at the 3rd level, Holistic Education The unit provides interactive care, support and Building (Block D), which is a great resource on guidance for students and to equip them with the both career and university-related matters and skills to embrace their experiences during their counsellors are seated. growing up years. Students may approach the school counsellor should they need help ECG Corner at the library has SAT/ACT resource materials, essay writing guides and other The Counsellors are located at Education & university related guidebooks Career Guidance Centre on 3rd level, Holistic Education Building (Block D). Details on Higher Education programmes can be found on Higher Education wikispace If student encounters situations that disrupt your http://highereducation.wiki.hci.edu.sg/ learning, please do not hesitate to seek the help of your Civics Tutor, the Education Consultant Career Guidance (EC) or the Level Consultant of the Faculty. You Coordinator IC may also speak to our School Counsellor. Ms He Jiawen, ([email protected] ) These teachers will assist you to identify The CG unit aims to educate our students on opportunities for personal growth, expand how career choice is based on one’s interest, repertoire of coping resources and make skills and values, and contributes to a sense of changes in yourself for achievement in the social, purposeful living. education and career planning, and academic domains. The following programmes are organised for students: Counselling is confidential, requires your . career-related lessons during CT commitment and effort and is a two-way process sessions; between you and your counsellor. . personal/ group career counselling for students who wish to discuss more about Should any student encounters any personal career considerations; problems, you may contact: . career conversations with alumni and professionals; . Senior Consultant/Counselling, . career forums for various industries; Mrs Kathleen Goh . visits to organisations; ([email protected]) . Talent Attachment & Grooming (TAG) . Senior Consultant/Counselling, programme, a work experience Mrs Lim Lin Eng programme that matches students with ([email protected]) executives from various corporations and . Teacher Counsellor, industries to benefit from their mentorship Mr Loh Yu Chze and experience. ([email protected])
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You may also choose to email the teachers about your problems. All consultation sessions will be treated with the strictest confidence. You may approach any of the following agencies for help.
Helplines/ Agencies Contact Number Samaritans of Singapore (for any person in crisis 1800-2214444 and feeling suicidal) 6493 6500, Chat Hub (SCAPE) 6493 6501 Touchline (for people aged 1800-3772252 13-25) Care Corner Mandarin Counselling Centre (Toa 1800-3535800 Payoh) Counselling and Care Centre (for family/ 6536 6366 individual therapy) Singapore Association for Mental Health Counselling 1800- 2837019 Helpline IMH Emergency Help Line 6389 2222
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Character & Citizenship Education Pastoral Care and Moral Education (PCME) programme National Education (NE) Coordinator IC: Coordinator IC: Mr Nah Wee Keong ([email protected]) Mr Nah Wee Keong ([email protected]) The Pastoral Care and Moral Education The National Education programme aims to programme aims to equip the HCI student with develop national cohesion, cultivate the instinct competencies to become a wise, confident and for survival as a nation and instil in our students, self-disciplined individual, a passionate learner confidence in our nation’s future. It also emphasiz and a compassionate leader to succeed in our es on cultivating a sense of belonging and ever-changing world. emotional rootedness to Singapore. The PCME programme carries out the guidance Students will be able to participate in the following curriculum which aims to develop students’ programmes: personal and social responsibilities in the 6 domains of self-awareness & mastery; moral . Celebration of four core events annually, development; education and career guidance; namely Total Defence Day, International citizenship development; life roles management Friendship Day, National Day and Racial and leadership development. Harmony Day, which are planned and organized by the college’s own Student The programme includes civics tutorial session National Education Council (SNEC); activities, workshops and mass lectures by . Dialogues with senior civil servants, to invited speakers sensitize students to the rationale behind policies and to raise awareness of the realities facing Singapore and the considerations of policy makers in defending Singapore’s interests; . Learning journeys to military camps, heritage places, parliament sessions; . Alumni dialogue sessions on current issues (optional programme, open to interested students); . Join the Student National Education Council and be involved in policy making and planning of school-wide NE events; . Quizzes set by SNEC in the NE infographics.
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Community Involvement Programme Overseas Community Involvement Coordinator IC Programme (OCIP) Mr. Noel Koh ([email protected]) Coordinator IC Mr. Michael Wong ([email protected] ) The CIP Unit aims to raise students’ conviction in volunteerism and to instil in them a lifelong Interested students can take part in OCIP trips. interest and involvement in community service. The nature of these trips ranges from teaching, The programmes also provide students with health care to construction of basic amenities, opportunities for leadership training. and to countries such as Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos and Nepal. These trips are usually held Interested students will be able to participate in twice a year during the school holidays, i.e., the following: June and Nov/Dec . Social Awareness Week (SAW) (compulsory for all) Outdoor Education (OE) Programme . Service Learning (SL) workshops Coordinator IC . Monthly interactive sessions with elderly Mr. Michael Wong ([email protected] ) at Care Corner Seniors Activity Centres \ Toa Payoh TP149 & TP170 The OE programme is designed to give students . Science Peer Tutoring with ChestnutDrive opportunities to develop their leadership (TBC for year 2016); potential and acquire leadership skills with an . P4 Camp with New Town Primary emphasis on character development. We aim . Outing with clients from MINDS to provide avenues for students to gain a global . Student-initiated SL Projects Students perspective, to experience joy and develop are strongly encouraged to plan and character and teamwork, resilience, respect for organize their own local CIP projects to others, themselves, others and the environment, hone their leadership skills and contribute and to learn how to adapt to changes in an to the community in a meaningful way. uncertain world. These are called Service-Learning projects, which are designed based on Students can participate in the following OE the needs of the beneficiaries. For Trips: monitoring purposes, all Service-Learning 1. OE Taiwan Bike project proposals are submitted on the 2. OE Surabaya Intelligent School Portal (ISP) at least 3. OE Hong Kong 100km MacLehose 2 - 4 weeks prior to execution of the Trail project. Approvals are granted for 4. 1 day CCA OE trip to Malaysia proposals that meet the stipulated 5. 1 day Nature trail guidelines by the CIP Unit. (Details are available at (http://cip.hci.edu.sg) Venues of trips are subject to changes. The one Students work closely with their Service- day trips are conducted on Saturday during term Learning Mentor, who facilitates their time. learning. . SL Consultation with CIP Council / CIP Students who are keen to develop leadership Unit teachers skills with in-depth specialisation in outdoor skills and competency, may wish to join the OE Unit Students who are keen are encouraged to join Outdoor Education Student Committee (OESC), the CIP Council and be involved in policy making which organises events like Altantis (Amazing and planning of school-wide CIP events Race) under the guidance of the teachers in OE Unit and lead the college OE trips and drive the outdoor movement in HCI.
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Arts Enrichment and Appreciation Student Enrichment Programme Programme Coordinator IC Coordinator IC Mrs. Tay-Chen Sue Ann ([email protected]) Mr. Tan Siang Yu ([email protected]) The Student Enrichment Programme aims to The Arts Enrichment and Appreciation Unit aims equip every student with soft skills for personal to expose students to a variety of genres and presentation and communication, and to expose interests in the arts. students to different disciplines, broadening their education experience and fostering zest for life. Students will have an opportunity to participate . various art performances during CT Students can participate in the following: sessions . Core Modules for interested students . Hwa Chong Arts Festival √ Presentation Skills Workshop (C1) . Art Master classes √ Image Management Workshop (C1) √ Interview skills workshop (C2) Students are also given the opportunity to visit . Foreign Language lessons for interested the Hwa Chong Art Gallery, which houses a students. Language class will be subject collection of Hwa Chongians art works by current to students’ demands students and alumni. . 1 day Sabbatical √ Compulsory post-promo activity for C1 students √ All formal lessons during one day are replaced by enrichment electives which aim to expose students to different disciplines and broaden their education experience, to foster zest for life and to create space for students to develop passions for what they do.
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Leadership Education Students’ Council Coordinator IC Leadership Development Programme Mr Denson Lo Coordinator IC ([email protected]) Mrs Tano-Phua Jacqueline ([email protected]) The Students’ Council is a major student organisation that plays a large part in the student The Leadership Development Programme is activities of the school. It represents the student designed to nurture our students into leaders body in the decision-making process with who are physically fit, mentally alert, socially regards to improving the general welfare of the adept, emotionally stable and psychologically students, fostering school spirit, and producing resilient. We hope to enable our students to gain responsible student leaders of integrity, character experience in leadership roles, and to learn to and excellence. contribute meaningfully to society as a leader. The Students’ Council represents the highest Students can participate in the following apex of student leadership. It is made up of programmes: five distinct committees that facilitate various . Scholarship Day (talks and exhibitions by aspects of school life, from encouraging student- various organisations. Held in July CT administration, communication to student session) welfare. The Students’ Council also takes charge . LEAD package lesson during CT sessions of organising major school events such as the . Grassroots Attachment Programme (for Open House; Senior Promenade; Chinese New C2 students) Year and Mid-Autumn Festival celebrations. . Dialogue sessions with ministers and permanent secretaries Council Election starts at the end of Term 1. . Prestigious seminars / conferences . Attachment programmes with external Please refer to the section on Students’ Council agencies for more information. You may look out for council and school events and activities on Hwa Chong Students can also apply for the following Unite (http://hcunite.com/) scholarships/awards in JC 1.
. MOE Pre-U Scholarship . MOE Language Elective Programme Scholarship . MOE Humanities Scholarship . MOE Art Elective Scholarship . SAP Scholarship (for Bicultural Studies Programme) . DSTA Scholarship . A*STAR JC Science Award . ST Engineering Young Engineers Programme (YEP) . Tan Sri Dr Tan Chin Tuan Scholarship . Seah Boon Thong Book Prize . SPF Book Prize . SAF Young Leader Award . EDB Promising Young Leader Award
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Internationalisation Programme Entrepreneurship Programme Coordinators ICs Coordinator IC Miss Tan Choon Siew Mrs. Ling-Li Yinglin ([email protected]) & ([email protected]) Ms Huo Yasi ([email protected]) The Entrepreneurship Unit aims to raise students’ awareness and understanding of the The Internationalisation programme aims to context, challenges and tools of entrepreneurial give students an opportunity to experience ventures. the diversity of other cultures both locally and overseas Interested students will be able to participate in: . Entrepreneurship competitions e.g. SMU Interested students are able to apply and Innovation Challenge. Students participate in the following programmes: participating in the competitions will be given mentorship. . Hwa Chong Asia-Pacific Young . Entrepreneurship workshops (e.g. Leaders Summit (HC-APYLS): business plan writing) / seminars This is a summit which brings together . Dialogues with entrepreneurs and venture top international student leaders on a capitalists prestigious platform to discuss global issues facing the world today. Student leaders will be involved in the planning and organisation of the summit.
. Exchange Programmes: Students are given an opportunity to experience the diversity of cultures both locally and overseas. For each exchange programme, the selected students will be involved in an overseas leg and a local leg, during which they will host the foreign students. The programmes may vary in terms of academic setting overseas, whether it involves a homestay component and application prerequisites (e.g. foreign language proficiency).
. Cultural Quotient (CQ) workshop: All students going overseas will go through this workshop to prepare them for the cultural exchange and interaction that will take place during such overseas trips. It aims to develop in students both cultural sensitivity and a global outlook.
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International Scholars Scheme (ISS) Programme Coordinator IC Mrs. Jolin Lim ([email protected])
Hwa Chong Institution is the institution of choice for more than 100 international scholars, many of whom hail from China, Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia and Malaysia. The school hopes that all scholars will become ambassadors of Hwa Chong and Singapore, personifying the values inculcated during their stint as International Scholars in the school.
Scholars will be . assigned a teacher mentor to help the scholars to integrate into the local education system as well as guide and monitor them holistically; . able to attend general group meetings with the mentors and/or key personnel each term; . able to attend the English Language Programme to help scholars improve their mastery of the English; . given opportunities to develop their leadership skills, by organizing events such as Scholars’ Orientation for incoming C1 scholars, Farewell Dinner, Scholars’ CIP projects or through the assumption of leadership roles such as Scholars’ Leaders; . given opportunities to participate in outings organized for scholars and their local schoolmates in order to provide opportunities for them to interact with one another in the Hwa Chong family.
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FACULTIES
60 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION) Welcome Message from SnR You will have many other opportunities to interact Chairperson with your Faculty-mates through the many activities organised by your Faculty Committees Welcome C1s! such as Faculty Outings and even Faculty CIP! While your time in Hwa Chong may span a mere I am deeply excited to welcome you into this 2 years, your experiences as a student and a warm Hwa Chong family. As you settle in your member of your respective Faculties will be new home, let me introduce you to one of our nothing short of memorable. I encourage you to unique, prominent and deep-rooted traditions – participate fully in Faculty events and to build a the Faculty System! Being part of a Faculty will sense of belonging to your Faculty. After all, it certainly be an exciting and defining experience is through such events that your JC life will be of your Hwa Chong experience. made livelier and more fulfilling!
Here is a brief introduction of our Faculties: Of course, the Faculty System is not all about fun and games; your teachers and friends will also form an integral part of your life. Do make Faculty Colour Title Mascot new friends with people both within and outside God of the Apollo Yellow Bullboy Sun of your Faculties. You will soon realize that their company is most rewarding in times of trial. Ares Red God of War Stallion Goddess of Artemis Blue Wolf the Hunt Ultimately, we are 4 Faculties, 1 Hwa Chong! We will face similar troubles, we will overcome them Goddess of Athena Green Owl Wisdom together and at the end of it all, we will treasure our shared experiences in Hwa Chong. On that Every Faculty has a unique identity and style of note, let us make the most out of our JC lives expression. I hope that you will discover more together. about your faculties as you take part in the many exciting Faculty events lined up for you! All the best for your time in JC!
Do join your Faculties in those catchy Faculty Abraham Sui cheers and learn the dances specially Social and Relations Committee choreographed for your batch by your very own Chairperson, Faculty Dance I/Cs. Your hard work will pay off as you take the dance floor as a Faculty during 42nd Students’ Council the annual Post-Orientation-Party (POP), a night you will remember for the rest of your life, where you will be showcasing your suave grooves and nifty footwork in front of your batch mates! For those who love and can appreciate drama and acting, the inter-Faculty drama competition, Dramafeste, is just for you. Lastly, during Orientation itself, get ready to fight for your Faculty in our very own War Games! At the end of Orientation, the prized Faculty Shield awaits; so soak in the atmosphere and your Faculty awaits you!
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PE & CCA
70 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION) Physical Education contributors to the society and to other communities. Introduction The PE & CCA department aims to empower our National Physical Fitness Award students for the challenges ahead by cultivating (NAPFA) holistic health, social and mental wellbeing, engagement in lifelong learning, aesthetic Male and female students would complete appreciation, civic- mindedness and leadership their Individual Physical Proficiency Test (IPPT) qualities through our programmes. and National Physical Fitness Award (NAPFA) respectively in semester 1 of their second year Learning Objectives of study in Hwa Chong. 1. Impart Character & Citizenship Education, and inculcate good values to our students. From January 2015, the NAPFA pull-up test will 2. Enhance students’ learning processes be replaced by a push-up test. This will facilitate and performances. the use of the NAPFA test results for pre- 3. Inspire the students to strive to perform enlistment purpose, in line with the modifications to one’s maximum potential at the National in the Individual Physical Proficiency Test (IPPT) Schools Games, Singapore Youth Festival announced earlier by MINDEF. Arts Presentation and Celebrations, as well as other Co-Curricular Activities. The NAPFA test, with its six test stations, will 4. Promote healthy lifestyle and physical continue to provide a comprehensive indicator activity among students via the ‘Sports of students’ health and performance-related For All’ Programme. fitness for the purpose of developing students 5. Promote Arts Appreciation among physically. students via the ‘Arts For All’ Programme. 6. Inculcate the Olympic values of Friendship, The stations for the modified NAPFA are: Respect, and Excellence in all students. . Sit-up . Standing broad jump PE & Health Education . Sit-and-reach . Push Up/ Bent-Knee-Push-up for Students will be equipped with the knowledge females . and skills in Fitness Management, Sports and Shuttle run . Games, Sports Safety, Health Education and 2.4km run Olympic Education. Intra school tournaments These are achieved via games modules The PE & CCA Department organizes the Swimming, Badminton, Basketball, Table Tennis, following events annually: Soccer, Netball, Squash, Floorball, Tennis, Touch Rugby, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball; . Cross-Country Meet (for JC ) . Hwa Chong and Nanyang Girls’ and enrichment modules such as dance and Track & Field Meet & Sports outdoor education. Carnivals, . Sports Education Program The ‘Sports For All’ programme provide . Festival of Sports (for JC1 after opportunities for the application of the skills learnt promotional exam) as well as cultivating exemplary values that arise from these social settings in intra-school events.
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Besides promoting healthy lifestyle among The objectives of the leadership training students and staff, these events provide platforms programmes help student leaders to equip for students to harness their organizational skills; with skills and knowledge to lead and manage cultivate in them an innovative and enterprising their respective CCAs. We hope to develop mind; promote a sense of belonging to the school entrepreneur servant leaders who will exhibit and reinforce the school spirit. the school’s core value of Passion, Innovation, Integrity, Empathy and Responsibility. Co – Curricular Activities (CCAs) Sports & Games 1 Badminton CCA is an integral part of Hwa Chong Integrated 2 Basketball Programme education. With the offer of more 3 Canoeing than 50 CCAs including Sports, Cultural, Visual 4 Cross-country and Performing Arts, Enrichment & Services, 5 Fencing students would have the chance to continue their 6 Gymnastics passion from their secondary school years. They 7 Judo would also be able to explore new activities. 8 Netball Each student are expected to take up at least 9 Shooting one CCA during their years in college. 10 Softball 11 Squash Students who have Sec 4 Mean Subject 12 Table-tennis Grade (MSG) ≤ 2.5 would be allowed to take 13 Tae-Kwon-Do up a second CCA. 14 Tennis 15 Track & Field CCAs seek to consciously expose students to 16 Volleyball life situations, in authentic context, to facilitate perspective taking and relationship management. 17 Waterpolo & Swimming Structured reflection, guided discovery and 18 Wushu & Lion Dance facilitative problem-solving will help students to 19 Floorball internalise the school’s core values of Passion, 20 Soccer Integrity, Innovation, Empathy and Resilience. 21 Health & Fitness Club 22 Touch Rugby Leadership training and enrichment 23 Tchoukball courses 24 Ultimate Frisbee
Newly appointed CCA leaders will assume their Performing Arts roles at the end of the first semester. There are 1 Art Club various Leadership training programmes such as 2 Chinese Dance CCA/Faculty Leadership training Camp, Student 3 Chinese Orchestra Council Leadership Camp and workshops organized by the PE & CCA Department which 4 Chinese Society seek to provide opportunities for student leaders 5 Choir to enhance their leadership skills through 6 Concert Band experiential learning. Some of the workshops 7 ELDDFS include Strategic Planning, CCA Budgeting and 8 Guitar Servant Leadership etc. 9 Harmonica 10 Music & Dance 11 String Ensemble
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Service & Enrichment Request for Excuse from lessons, tests 1 Astronomy Club and End of Year Examinations 2 Chinese Calligraphy 3 First Aid Club Students who are selected by external organsiations (e.g. National Sports Associations) 4 Humanities & Current Affairs Society to participate in local/overseas competitions or 5 Interact Club training are to seek permission in advance. 6 Infocomm Society 7 International Cultural Club Students are advised to inform Principal 8 Law Society Consultant/PE&CCA with the letter of invitation 9 Library from the external organizations. They have 10 Math Appreciation Club to seek their parents’ consent by submitting a 11 Mind Sports Club parent letter. 12 PA/AVA Approval will be considered on a case by case 13 Photographic Society basis. Once the approval is given, the student Science Students' Research Council 14 will be informed by their civics tutors. (CENTAD) 15 Sensorium Vale (Film & Media Society)
Councils & Committees 1 Students’ Council 2 Student National Education Council 3 Community Involvement Programme Council 4 Green Council 5 CCA Council 6 Outdoor Education Student Committee
Faculty 1 Apollo Faculty Committee 2 Ares Faculty Committee 3 Athena Faculty Committee 4 Artemis Faculty Committee
Attendance
Students must ensure that they have at least 75% attendance for their CCA in order to be recognized as CCA members.
Students are encouraged to put in their best effort into CCA and participate actively.
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HWA CHONG DIPLOMA
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The Hwa Chong Diploma is a unique certification The Hwa Chong Diploma is awarded based on of our Integrated Programme and it runs parallel to GCE ‘A’ Level certification which only reflects . Excellent Conduct Grade – academic achievement. exemplary in conduct and embody school values The school adopts a 2 year certification that accurately reflects students’ holistic development . Service to Community – and achievement, not only in academic learning compassionate an empathetic to people but also achievements in pursuits of passion, around them. Require to complete at least leadership and service. 12 hours of Service Learning which includes 4 stages: Needs Identification; It is recognition of Hwa Chong brand of Holistic Planning, Executions of plan and Education. Reflection.
There are 3 categories of diploma to be issued . Academic Achievement – . Diploma University Admission Points of the . Diploma with Merit student’s JC2 Preliminary Examination . Diploma with Distinction results
The Hwa Chong Diploma adopts a criterion based On top of the above requirement, the student approach in assessing student involvement and must fulfil at least one of 2 pre-requisites development in school holistic programmes. . Scholastic Achievements
. Leadership and Services
An Advisory Board is formed by professional expertise, educationalists, university professors chaired by Prof K K Phua, Director of Institute of Advanced Studies, NTU.
The Board oversees the selection and awarding students for Diploma as well as to uphold the standards & quality in assessment
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ADMIN
76 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION) Admin Information Student Particulars In the course of the year, it is the responsibility School Address and Contact of the student to inform the Civics tutors on the HWA CHONG INSTITUTION change in personal particulars, e.g. address, 661 BUKIT TIMAH ROAD telephone numbers. The student is also require SINGAPORE 269734 to update the information in ISP. Tel: 65786644 Fax: 64674366 Bookshop Website: http://www.hci.edu.sg Stationery and school collar pin are sold at the Email: [email protected] bookshop throughout the year. The bookshop is open daily Monday to Friday from 7.30 am to College Reception Office 4.30 pm. The opening hours of the College Reception Office is Photocopying Service Monday to Friday 0700hrs to 1800hrs The photocopying service is provided during the Closed on Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays academic term from 7.30 am to 4.30 pm daily.
Absence from school Facilities Booking All parents/guardians are requested to inform Students should seek the help of their teachers in the school in writing in advance or phone before booking the relevant facilities for their activities. 8 am if their child is not able to attend school that day, Medical Certificate or parents’ excuse letter Student Insurance must be submitted on the first day back from the All students are covered under the Student absence. Accident Protection Scheme against any injury due to accidents during school activities. Withdrawal from School Communication with External Organisations Any student who wishes to discontinue his/her Students must not correspond with external studies is required to present the parent’s letter organization without the approval of their to the Civics tutor at least two weeks before teacher. In addition, student group who wants to leaving. The Clearance Form for School Leavers invite external speakers or guests must first seek can be obtained from the College Reception and permission from the Principal. is required to be endorsed by the respective admin departments before the last day of school. Fundraising/Sponsorship Procedure Student group who wishes to raise fund for Medical Updates charity or to seek funding/sponsorship for student All students are expected to update the school activities must inform Principal Consultant/ with documentary evidence through their Civics Student Development to seek approval from the tutors regarding any ailments or allergies. Principal. They should also update the information on Intelligent School Portal (ISP). This is such that precautionary measures can be taken for physical education lessons and practical sessions, and classroom arrangement can be facilitated.
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FINANCE
78 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION) Fee Information Payment of School Fees
School fees will be deducted through Interbank School Fees Payable GIRO on 15th of the month unless otherwise Category (per Month) stated. Singapore S$ 300 Citizen Please note the following GIRO deduction schedule for 2016 and ensure that there is Singapore sufficient fund for GIRO deduction. Permanent S$ 590 Resident Month Date of Giro Collection International Student S$ 1,280 31 Mar (JC1) (ASEAN) Jan-Feb 15th of the month for JC2 International Student (Other S$ 1,600 29 Apr (JC1) Countries) Mar-Apr 15th of the month for JC2 Note May 16 May 1. School fee will be adjusted accordingly Jun 15 Jun for pupils under Scholarships or Special Jul 15 Jul Programmes. Aug 15 Aug Sep 15 Sep 2. School fee is subject to review and revision by the school. Oct 03 Oct Nov 17 Oct The Edusave or any other MOE Scholarships Dec 02 Nov (refer Scholarship Section) will cover the school fees of $200 per month and the student needs Edusave Account to pay the balance of the monthly school fees to HCI unless the student is also a recipient of Student’s Edusave Account can be withdrawn to MOE Independent School Bursary (ISB). defray the cost of overseas education trips and other enrichment programmes.
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Hwa Chong admits students based on merit regardless of their social and financial background. Financial assistance will be provided to students who cannot afford their fees. Independent Schools Bursary Scheme (ISB)
Eligibility Criteria Student is a Singapore Citizen, and meets one of the income criteria shown in the table below.
Tenure of Bursary All ISB applications approved will be valid till December of the year. Fresh applications will have to be submitted for each academic year.
Effective Month Student can apply any time of the year. The effective month will be the month the application is approved. There will be no backdating of effective month.
MONTHLY GROSS MONTHLY GROSS BENEFITS HOUSEHOLD INCOME (GHI) PER CAPITA INCOME (PCI)
100% school fee subsidy $750 bursary (Year 5 – 6) Not exceeding $2,500 Not exceeding $625 $120 in transport credit per annum (or $10 per month) for students taking public transport
$2,501 - $4,000 $626 - $1,000 90% school fee subsidy
$4,001 - $5,000 $1,001 - $1,250 70% school fee subsidy
$5,001 - $6,000 $1,251 - $1,500 50% school fee subsidy
$6,001 - $7,200 $1,501 - $1,800 33% school fee subsidy
FINANCE 80 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION) Hwa Chong Institution Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS)/ Needy Pupil Fund Opportunity Fund (OF) for Enrichment Programme The HCI Needy Pupils Fund is available for students who may require additional help on top The eligibility criteria are the same as ISB. of existing financial assistance. The amount of assistance is determined by the Monthly Gross The funding for any enrichment programme Household Income (GHI) and Monthly Gross cannot exceed 80% of the cost. Per Capita Income (PCI). Students with GHI < $5,000 and PCI <$1250 are eligible. For enrichment programmes that are above $1,000 and not mandatory, the amount of funding Student can apply any time of the year. The will be assessed on a case by case basis subject effective month will be the month the application to a cap which will be reviewed by the school is approved. There will be no backdating of annually. effective month.
Fresh applications will have to be submitted for each academic year
Hwa Chong Junior College (HCJC) Alumni Bursary
The Hwa Chong Junior College (HCJC) Alumni Bursary was set up in 1999 with the support of generous alumni members to ease the financial burden of deserving students.
The quantum of the award is set at $800 and $1,200, depending on the Monthly Gross Household Income (GHI).
Applications for the Bursary will be open to all students at stipulated times of the year. Information on the Bursary will be made disseminated through the Electronic Messaging Board (EMB).
Other Financial Assistance Scheme & Bursaries
The school receives invitations from external organisations (e.g. Daisy Phay Foundation-MOE Award, Buddhist Lodge Foundation Bursary) to recommend students for their bursaries or financial assistance scheme.
Details of these schemes or bursaries will be made known to students via EMB throughout the year.
FINANCE 81 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION) Scholarships Edusave Scholarships for Integrated Programme Schools Edusave Entrance Scholarships for Independent Schools (EESIS) The ESIP is awarded to Singaporean students admitted into an independent school which offers The Edusave Entrance Scholarships for the integrated programme (IP) at junior college 1 Independent Schools (EESIS) is awarded to (JC1), who do not have the Edusave Entrance Singaporean students who are in the top one- Scholarships for Independent Schools (EESIS) third of the total number of secondary 1 pupils and fulfil the following: admitted to all independent schools, based on their PSLE results. (a) IP students . Have not sat for the GCE O-Level The EESIS is also awarded to Gifted Education Examinations; Programme (GEP) Singaporean students who . Have not sat for the Integrated meet the P6 GEP promotion criteria, and are Programme Scholarship Test posted to the Integrated Programme (IP) in an (IPST) at Secondary 3; Independent School. and . Perform well in the IPST at JC1 For IP students, the tenure of the scholarships is 6 years. The scholar must make good progress (b) Non-IP students each year and have a good conduct in order to . Met EESIS eligibility criteria based continue receiving the scholarship. on performance in PSLE; or . Within the top 5% of all students Details of the scholarship can be found on who sat for the O-Level http://www.moe.gov.sg/initiatives/edusave/ Examinations (Based on L1R5 scholarships/eesis/ scores)
MOE Special Programme Scholarships The tenure of the scholarship is 2 years, up to the end of JC2. The scholar must make good progress each year and have a good conduct in Students who are awarded scholarships under order to continue receiving the scholarship the MOE’s Special Programme (e.g. Humanities Programme, Art Elective Programme, Bicultural Details of the scholarship can be found on Studies Programme and Language Elective http://www.moe.gov.sg/initiatives/edusave/ Programme) are given fee subsidy and an scholarships/esip-jc/ allowance. The quantum of the fee subsidy is equivalent to the ESIS which is $200 per month. Other Scholarships
The school also administer several scholarships each year. Information of such scholarships will be disseminated to students via EMB. Interested students can consult Senior Consultant (Leadership Education)/Student Development.
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IT & MEDIA SERVICES
83 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION) JING XIAN LIBRARY 2. Online databases subscribed by the Located at Level 3, BLK E (Cheng Yi Block) school can be accessed through the Library website (from the School website, Our library, founded in 1974, was renamed as click on the ‘Campus’ tab followed by the the Jing Xian Library in 1983, in honour of the ‘Library’ tab) or through HCI Library father of Mr. Tan Keong Choon, Chairman of Wikispace at the HCJC management committee then. Jing http://library.wiki.hci.edu.sg Xian Library continues to be developed so that it remains relevant to the times. MATERIALS AVAILABLE
The first college library to be fully computerized Print in 1986, it grew both in its floor space as well . About 50,000 books for course work as as in its collection. Having been upgraded well as for leisure reading several times, it was finally moved to a modern . About 50 titles of periodicals premise in Block E in March 2001. We provide . Reference books – encyclopedias and a host of print and non-print materials as well as dictionaries (including subject-specific computers and its peripherals. ones) . Red-spot books (recommended In 2005, an Archive room was set up to display books) photographs of the Hwa Chong Junior College. . Collection of past years examination These photographs were part of an exhibition to papers celebrate the HCJC 30th Anniversary in 2004. . Prospectuses of local and foreign universities MISSON . Magazines and annual reports from various organizations. To serve the students and staff of Hwa Chong . Daily newspapers Institution by providing them with and enabling them to use resources for reading, research and Non-print materials acquiring necessary skills in information retrieval More than 5,000 CD ROMs, CDs, VCDs, DVDs and application via both print and non-print and Blu-Rays media. FACILITIES AVAILABLE IN THE LIBRARY OPENING HOURS LIBRARY
The official opening hours of the Library is from . A Discussion cum Video Room (for group 7.45 am to 6.00 pm during term time and from discussion and viewing; booking required) 8.00 am to 5.00 pm during school holidays. . A Discussion cum Archive Room (for The library is closed on Saturdays, Sundays and group discussion and viewing; booking Public Holidays. not required) . More than 30 sets of networked computers CHECKING FOR RESOURCES connected to high-speed printers (both colour, and black & white). . 1. You can check for materials (print and A stand-a-lone computer connected to a non-print) available in the library through dedicated black & white printer. . the Online Library Catalogue at Photocopying machine (using cards http://hwachong.spydus.com.sg purchased at the photocopying shop)
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SERVICES PROVIDED Open-shelf Books Students may borrow up to 7 books for three . Borrowing and returning of open-shelf weeks. Students can reserve a book that is out and red-spot materials on loan either at the library counter or through . Loan of laptops the online library catalogue. . Borrowing and returning of CD ROMs, CDs, VCDs and DVDs and Blu-Rays Examination Paper Files . Reservation of all materials Past examination papers from Cambridge are . Help with using computers, printers, kept and bound into volumes by subject and by photocopying machine year. . Help in obtaining information regarding materials These are kept at the Red-spot section of the . Display of New Arrivals library and are available for 3-hourly loans. . Display of various types of materials based on a monthly theme (in order to CD ROMS/ CDs/ VCDs/ DVDs/Blu-Rays expose students to the large variety of These are available for loan at the counter. books available) Empty casings/boxes with information pertaining . A library newsletter is published 3 times a to these non-print materials are displayed in the year. Copies are available in the library. cabinets at the General User Area. The latest . Students and Staff can also borrow Non-print catalogue is available at the library library items from Kong Chian Library counter. (located in High School Section). The library items can be returned to either Laptops library. These are available for loan for 1 day only.
LOAN OF LIBRARY MATERIALS Fines There is a fine of 10 cents per day for overdue open-shelf books and 20 cents per hour for Red- System of borrowing Students can use either their EZ-link cards or spot books. identity cards for making loans. For laptops, the fine is $2 on the first day, $4 on the second day and so forth. Red-spot Books (Recommended books) Red-spot books may be on loan for a maximum of 3 hours. Loans after 3 pm can be treated as Talent@Hwa Chong overnight loans and must be returned by 11.00 am the following working day. Exam papers Talent@Hwa Chong is a book display corner set- cannot be loaned overnight. up to showcase books written by present and ex- Hwa Chongians. These books are for browsing Reference Books only and not available for loan. These are books with the letters “R” prefixing the classification number and are meant to be Wireless Access read in the library only. Please return them to the proper shelf after use. The library is one of the designated areas in the school whereby students can have wireless access to the Internet.
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1. Members of the library staff have the The Media Resource Room is located at B218 authority to discipline any student found (BLK B 2nd level) together with IT Department. violating Library Rules. The opening hours are from 8:00am to 5:30pm, 2. Silence must be observed at all times. Mondays to Fridays. 3. Food and drinks are not to be brought into the library. Procedures for loan 4. Students using the library must be in full school uniform. T-shirts are not allowed. 1. Students can obtain the Equipment Loan However, during School holidays, Form from the Media Resource room. Consultation days for C1 & C2, and Study leave days, students are allowed to wear 2. For equipment to be used within the their half uniform (school t-shirt and campus, the form must be duly completed school skirt or pants). before the equipment can be loan out. 5. Vandalism, either to the library or the books, is an offence and any student 3. For equipment to be used outside the caught is liable for disciplinary action. campus, the student should get the 6. Students must ensure that they do not teacher in-charge to sign out the bring out any books that have not been equipment to be used outside the “checked out” at the counter. Our security campus. However, the loan will be detector will sound when such books are subjected for availability and Media brought out and the students must return Resource department reserved the rights to the counter to have his belongings to reject any loan. checked. Bringing any items out of the library without “checking out” is an offence. 4. The loan is only valid for 3 working days. 7. Borrowers must check the books before borrowing. Any damage should be 5. Renewal of loan can be done once and is reported to the library staff immediately. subjected to availability. Otherwise, they will be held responsible if books returned are found to be defaced or have missing pages. Breakdown / Loss of Equipment 8. The Internet services in the library are meant for research purposes only. 1. In case of equipment breakdown during Students are not allowed to play games the period of loan, the technician will or chat on-line. assess the equipment and try to determine 9. Students are responsible for the use of the cause and the seriousness of the their account IDs. They will be held breakdown. The borrower will have to accountable for any activities logged in bear the full cost of the repair unless through their account IDs. otherwise stated. If the equipment is 10. Students found abusing the use of beyond repaired, the borrower will have computers will face disciplinary action. to bear the cost of new set of replacement 11. DVD players are meant for viewing of if found to be a case of misuse. DVDs provided by the college. Students are not allowed to bring in personal DVDs 2. In case of loss of equipment during the for viewing. period of loan, the borrower has to inform 12. Students need to be considerate and Media Resource technician immediately. they are expected to maintain the tidiness If required, a duplicated copy of the police of the library by returning any item they report has to be submitted to technician have used to designated trolleys. within 3 working days. Borrower has to bear full cost of replacement.
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Whom to approach Reporting of defects in Audio Visual Equipment Students may approach the Media Resource To enable the provision of quick and efficient Technicians, Mr. Lee Cheng Hoe or Ms. Elisha service, we would like to appeal to students Ruth to loan and return equipment from the by reporting all defects they encounter in any Media Resource room. of Audio Visual equipment (e.g. Projector, visualizer, microphone) to the technician at Services provided by PA/AVA Media Resource room. Action will be taken to service the equipment. Event(s) Support PA//AVA services are provided for major college Intelligent School Portal (ISP) section events, as well as activities organized by http://isp.hc.edu.sg the Students’ Council. The Hwa Chong Intelligent School Portal (ISP) To request for PA/AVA service, CCA group is an integrated knowledge management system should collect the “Request for Event(s) support that provides all students, teachers, parents and Form” at Media Resource room. The student IC alumni with a convenient one-stop access to in-charge must duly fill up the form and submit useful services and information. All students will to the Media Resource technicians and made a need access ISP regularly to manage and view request through their teachers-in-charge to the their school related matters. PA/AVA coordinator, Mr Samuel Tan (Physics Department). Personal Particulars All students must ensure that their personal All requests must be made at least 1 month in particulars and contact information (especially advance of the said event/activity, prior to the hp number and email address) are accurate and rehearsal or the actual event. updated in ISP.
A detailed plan and program schedule should Students and parents should update their contact also be submitted along with the request. The numbers and email addresses in ISP. PA/AVA crew is not obliged to stay beyond the stipulated hours. Important information will be communicated to the students and parents via SMS and email. Other Services CCA groups may request for PA/AVA services Event Calendar such as the dubbing of video tapes/conversion Students may view major school events through of tape(s) to CD/DVD for official school events. ISP. Students should obtain Request Form from the Media Resource Room. Tests/Examinations Results/ Tutors’ comments They should be duly completed and submit to All tests and examination results will be released the technician. Charges will be imposed for via ISP (hardcopy of progress reports for major these services. tests/exams will also be given).
Any discrepancy in marks must be reported as soon as possible to their civics and subject tutors.
CCA Registration and Management CCA registration is done via ISP, and it is the students’ responsibility to ensure that all activities and competitions are accurately captured in ISP.
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Proposing or Sign up for CIP Activities Intelligent School Portal (ISP) Students can propose or sign up for CIP activities via ISP. The ISP is the school’s key administrative portal for a wide range of functions/services. Some of Accounts the key functions/services include application Each ISP account contains confidential and for sabbatical and elective courses, archival of important information of the account holder, so information such as your personal profile, CCA, it is the responsibility of every account holder CIP, disciplinary records and exam results. to keep his/her user id and password secure Please ensure that you keep yours and your (please ensure you have a strong password). parents’ particulars updated in ISP, including email addresses and mobile phone numbers for For all account related problems, please email: emergency contacting. [email protected] URL http://isp.hci.edu.sg/ Important ICT Information for Login Same as that for Computers on Campus Students Details
The portal page of the HCI website (http://www. MOODLE hci.edu.sg/portals/) contains links to all the ICT systems. Login information for the key systems Moodle is the key learning management system is given below. for college students. Online courses and resources can be found in Moodle. You should Electronic Message Board (EMB) check Moodle regularly to ensure that you do not miss out on any important course information The electronic message board is the school’s and/or activities. key communication platform to disseminate important information to you. You are strongly URL http://moodle.hci.edu.sg/ encouraged to access the EMB at least once a Login Same as that for Computers on day. Details Campus
URL: http://messages.hci.edu.sg/smb/ HCI Wikispaces college_student/ Login NRIC/FIN (not case sensitive) The HCI Wikispaces is a collaborative platform Name to support learning and teaching. You can create Format wikis, such as service learning projects, project Default NRIC/FIN (uppercase) work, CCA etc. However, you should follow the Password format of naming your wikis when you create them (please refer to the wikispaces site for Computers on Campus more information).
To use the computers in the IT classrooms and URL http://wiki.hci.edu.sg/ library, you will need to log into the HCI domain Login 12
IT & MEDIA SERVICES 88 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION) Official School Email 5. For security, a verification email to the forwarding email address that you have You are provided with an official school email entered. Open your forwarding email account where any official email correspondence account and find the confirmation should be done through this account. This email message from the Gmail team. If you’re address is reflected in your personal profile having trouble finding it, check your Spam page in ISP. Students are should check this folder. account regularly for important updates and school announcements. If you prefer to use your 6. Click the verification link in that email. personal email account, please forward emails from official email account to your personal 7. Back in the official email account, reload account. the page in your web browser - look for the reload icon located at the top of the URL https://mail.google.com/ page. Login 12
2. Select Settings. 10. Click Save Changes at the bottom of the page.
Technical Assistance
Should you require any technical assistance or if you have forgotten your password(s) for any of the ICT platforms, please proceed to Tech Hub (which is located next to B218) during office hours to have your password reset. Alternatively, you may send an email to [email protected]. 3. Select the Forwarding and POP/IMAP tab.
4. Click Add a forwarding address in the “Forwarding” section and enter the email address you want to forward to.
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STUDENTS’ COUNCIL
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42nd Hwa Chong Students’ Council Organisational Chart
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THE 42nd STUDENTS’ COUNCIL Row 1 (Left to Right): Audrey Hau Wei Yee, Ng Wei Kai, Heng Wei Shin, Ang Kai Ren, Mr Li Jiexun (Teacher Advisor), Mr Sim Weiheng (Teacher Advisor), Ms Tan Choon Siew (Senior Consultant/ Student Development), Mr Lee Kai Sim (Director/Student Development), Mrs Chin-Leow Bee Kuan (Deputy Principal/Studies & Executive Director (College)), Benjamin Tan Kye Jin, Dr Hon Chiew Weng (Principal), Elaine Yeo, Mr Chan Kwok Leong (Deputy Principal/Student Development (College)), Mrs Sim-Lim Siew Hui (Principal Consultant/Student Development), Lo Denson (Teacher Advisor), Ms Huo Yasi (Teacher Advisor), Ms Claire Tan (Teacher Advisor), Ms Corinne Heng Yiling (Teacher Advisor), Chen Yuan Ling Claudia, Teo Jun Li, Sui Yi Hao Abraham
Row 2 (Left to Right): Thomas Toh Tze Yang, Xu Xin Yue Selina, Lim Su Lyn, Chan Jie Xi, Lim Feng Ying Kathryn, Chong Hui Xian, Chan Luo Qi, Lee Yan Yi Chanel, Pang Shi Ting, Tan Jiayi, Zhang Fengfang, Chiang Yeng Mun, Felicia Kumala, Tan Yong Ching, Tan Qian Hui, Grace Ho Jia Hui, Ng Ting Si Teresa, Chen Xinyu, Lee Yue Di, Chua Wei Rong
Row 3 (Left to Right): Sim Yang Zhi, Lyu Liang, Li Lidao, Zhang Xiaomenghan, Ng Hao Xiang, Zhang Yiran, Jaye Chan, Dai Guang Jing, Elliott Chow Yuk Yean, Lim Hong Dian Ryan, Teo Yu Hui Frederick, Cao Hai Nam, Chong Jun Hoe, Tay Kiat Jun, Liang Yude Lawrence, Cheow Jin Jie, Ong Wei Min Jeremiah, Han Zi Ding, Teo Xin Hui, Tan Jin Hsi Gabriel
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THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (EXCO) Front Row (Left to Right): Mr Li Jiexun (Teacher Advisor), Mr Sim Weiheng (Teacher Advisor), Mr Lo Denson (Teacher Advisor), Benjamin Tan Kye Jin (President), Elaine Yeo (Vice President), Ms Huo Yasi (Teacher Advisor), Ms Claire Tan (Teacher Advisor), Ms Corinne Heng (Teacher Advisor)
Back Row (Left to Right): Ang Kai Ren (General Secretary), Heng Wei Shin (General Treasurer), Audrey Hau Wei Yee (PubCo Chairperson), Chen Yuan Ling Claudia (General Secretary), Ng Wei Kai (WelCo Chairperson), Teo Jun Li (ECACO Chairperson), Sui Yi Hao Abraham (SnR Chairperson)
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THE CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE (ECACO) Row 1 (Left to Right): Lim Su Lyn (Secretary-Treasurer), Mr Li Jiexun (Teacher Advisor), Teo Jun Li (Chairperson), Chen Yuan Ling Claudia (Attaché)
Row 2 (Left to Right): Chong Jun Hoe (Cheers I/C), Li Lidao (CCA Public Relations Officer), Lee Yue Di (Song I/C), Chua Wei Rong (Dance I/C)
Row 3 (Left to Right): Tan Yong Ching (Cheers I/C), Liang Yude Lawrence (Song I/C), Lim Feng Ying Kathryn (Dance I/C), Cao Hai Nam (CCA Public Relations Officer)
The Co-Curricular Activities Committee (ECACO) strives to strengthen the sense of belonging of students towards Hwa Chong. This is achieved through supporting the school’s Co-Curricular Activities, contributing to and promoting Hwa Chong’s rich culture of song, dance and cheer (SODACHE) and providing opportunities to establish a strong school identity in school-wide events. United by our burning passion and love for the school, the 42nd ECACO wishes to spread the love for Hwa Chong and the appreciation of our vibrant culture through relishing SODACHE together as a school and supporting all the various Co-Curricular Activities. The 42nd ECACO pledges to do our very best to serve the school and students and we hope that Hwa Chong spirit will continue to burn in the hearts of the students.
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THE PUBLICATIONS AND PUBLICITY COMMITTEE (PUBCO) Front Row (Left to Right): Ang Kai Ren (Attaché), Mr Sim Weiheng (Teacher Advisor), Audrey Hau Wei Yee (Chairperson), Teo Xin Hui (Secretary-Treasurer)
Back Row (Left to Right): Tan Jiayi (IT Director), Dai Guang Jing (MOCH Coordinator), Xu Xin Yue Selina (MOCH Coordinator), Lyu Liang (IT Director), Sim Yang Zhi (Art Director), Thomas Toh Tze Yang (Art Director), Zhang Yiran (Art Director), Zhang Fengfang (IT Director)
With increasing communication between the student body and the Students’ Council as its main aim, the Publications and Publicity Committee (PubCo) strives to be the medium through which this is achieved. The committee manages various platforms that stretch the creative and innovative boundaries of each and every committee member, such as HCunite.com, the Council Noticeboard and also Hwa Chong’s very own in-house publication, MOCH (Hwa Chong’s Own Magazine). The 42nd PubCo aims to support the council and its various initiatives, while reinforcing the Students’ Council’s primary goal – to serve the student body.
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THE SOCIAL AND RELATIONS COMMITTEE (SNR) Front Row (Left to Right): Pang Shi Ting (Ares Faculty Head), Sui Yi Hao Abraham (Chairperson), Ms Claire Tan (Teacher Advisor), Lim Hong Dian Ryan (Secretary-Treasurer), Elaine Yeo (Attaché)
Row 2 (Left to Right): Chan Luo Qi (Apollo Deputy Faculty Head), Cheow Jin Jie (Ares Deputy Faculty Head), Tan Jin Hsi Gabriel (SNEC Project Coordinator), Sean Lee Kian How (Green Council Project Coordinator), Chong Hui Xian (Apollo Faculty Head)
Row 3 (Left to Right): Tan Qian Hui (Athena Deputy Faculty Head), Tay Kiat Jun (Athena Faculty Head), Elliott Chow Yuk Yean (SNEC Project Coordinator), Jaye Chan (Artemis Faculty Head), Felicia Kumala (Green Council Project Coordinator), Lee Yan Yi Chanel (Artemis Deputy Faculty Head
The Social and Relations Committee (SnR) primarily seeks to connect and build strong bonds between the Council and the Student Body, as well as between each and every member of Hwa Chong. A two- pronged approach is adopted in fulfilling this aim; firstly by uniting and promoting cohesiveness amongst and across the respective faculties (Apollo, Artemis, Ares, Athena), and secondly via the establishment of platforms for student representation. The committee also undertakes the responsibility of creating an exciting and dynamic school environment by carrying out school-based initiatives that revolve around National Education, as well as ad-hoc events focused on making school life more vibrant for staff and students alike. Through collaboration with the Green Council, the committee also promotes green activities to create a clean and green environment for all in Hwa Chong. This eventually culminates in the forging of the Hwa Chong spirit, where Hwa Chong transcends boundaries to be a home for all to identify with. STUDENTS’ COUNCIL 96 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION)
THE WELFARE COMMITTEE (WELCO) Row 1 (Left to Right): Grace Ho Jia Hui (Secretary), Ng Wei Kai (Chairperson), Ms Corinne Heng (Teacher Advisor), Heng Wei Shin (Attaché), Chen Xinyu (Treasurer)
Row 2 (Left to Right): Teo Yu Hui Frederick (Welfare Coordinator), Ng Ting Si Teresa (Welfare Coordinator), Han Zi Ding (Welfare Coordinator), Chan Jie Xi (Sales Executive), Chiang Yeng Mun (Welfare Coordinator)
Row 3 (Left to Right): Zhang Xiaomenghan (Sales Executive), Ong Wei Min Jeremiah (Welfare Coordinator), Ng Hao Xiang (Welfare Coordinator)
A closely-knit team, the Welfare Committee (WelCo) aims to serve the school with all sincerity in heart and dedication, by implementing effective and feasible welfare initiatives and ensuring that the needs of the student population are addressed and well taken care of. Adopting an objective stand, the committee serves as a bridge of communication between the school administration and student population; To provide a listening ear to students and to voice their desires to the school, and to explain the school’s stand and rationale to the students. Through this link, the Welfare Committee hopes to establish understanding and achieve transparency between both entities. In essence, the committee strives to create a more conducive environment, to make the Hwa Chong experience more comfortable and memorable for both staff and students alike. Because in WelCo, “Your Welfare is our Affair”.
STUDENTS’ COUNCIL 97 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION) Welfare Services . Students need not wash or dry- clean the blazer before return The Students’ Council provides a wide range of . Expenses incurred due to misuse services for students in Hwa Chong through its or neglect of the blazer shall be front desk, the Welfare Room. borne by the borrower . School ties can be borrowed either The Welfare Room is conveniently located in separately or with the blazer on BLK D, Level 1, Holistic Education Building and request the Students’ Council Room which is located at Level 1 BLK A. Mass Loans
It is open from 3 to 6pm every Monday to Should a particular event require a loan of more Thursday, and 4.30pm to 6pm on Fridays At than 10 blazers, a mass loan can be obtained. any other time, the Welfare Room can also be . A mass loan form can be printed from opened at the request of staff or student. Simply http://hcunite.com/welfare/ and has to be approach any Student Councillor and he/she will endorsed by Ms, Corinne Heng, Student be happy to help. Council teacher adviser prior to the loan. Kindly inform Ms. Heng about the loan via Sales email ([email protected]),before placing the form in her pigeonhole (Level The primary purpose of the Welfare Room is to 3 Consult Area, Arts Department) . allow students to purchase school merchandise All names, classes and contact numbers as well as snacks and quick-bites after school of students that require blazers have to hours. be listed on the form, after which the form We carry a large variety of items including: must be endorsed by the teacher-in- . Faculty Shirts charge of the event . . I <3 HC Shirts There will be no deposit collected for . Orientation Merchandise (notepads, mass loans, and all blazers have to be shirts, shoebags, etc.) returned as a collective whole within . Paint (for the painting of banners) 5 working school days after the day of . Tidbits (brownies, Hello Panda, Pocky, event. Failure to do so will result in a fine cookies etc.) of $10. . . Hwa Chong School Socks Expenses incurred due to misuse or neglect of the blazer shall be borne by the borrower. Blazer and Tie Loans Deposits The Welfare Room also provides school blazers and ties for loans. A deposit of $10 will be collected per borrower whether a blazer, a tie or both are loaned. Individual Loans The full deposit will be returned upon receipt of the borrowed items within 5 working school days . 3 sizes (S, M, L) are available for loan after the last day of the event. . Students are to provide their name, class, contact number and the name of event Returns more than 5 days after the event will they need the blazer for to the Councillor result in the confiscation of deposits for blazers on duty under individual loans, and a $10 fine for each . Blazers must be returned within 5 working blazer under a mass loan. school days after the day of event, and failure to do so will result in the confiscation of deposits
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School uniforms for both males and females are A well-equipped first aid box has been placed in available for loan in the Welfare Room. the Welfare Room, courtesy of the First Aid Club. . The Welfare Room first aid service serves . All uniforms must be thoroughly washed as a first contact resource for any before return within 3 working school days emergencies in the vicinity. Please from date of loan. proceed to inform the College Reception . Non-compliance will result in a for major injuries. confiscation of the $5 deposit for each . No oral medication is provided by the piece of clothing borrowed. Welfare Room.
Umbrella Loans Locker Rentals Umbrellas are available for loan, rain or shine, in the Welfare Room Sign-ups for locker rentals can be done at the Welfare Room. . Umbrellas must be returned within 3 . Lockers are located outside the hall and working days from date of loan. auditorium on the second floor. . Late returns or damaged umbrellas will . Lockers are available for rental from the result in a confiscation of the $5 deposit. beginning of the academic year to end November. Games Loans . Students may sign up for a locker at any Games including board games, card games and time of the year. others e.g. UNO Stacko are available for loan in . Allocation of lockers will be done upon the Welfare Room payment and provision of student’s own . A list detailing the items in each game set lock. Students have to use their own lock has been placed in its box. for security reasons. . Students are to check for the entirety of . Rental pricing is as such: items at the time of loan, and ensure game sets are complete before returning Timeframe 12 months 24 months them. Any items found missing will be $20 (incl $10 $30 (incl $10 Price chargeable. deposit) deposit) . Game sets are to be returned by 6 pm on the same day of loan. . Deposit is to prevent any misuse or . A deposit of $5 will be collected upon vandalism of the lockers. Any damages to each loan, and late returns will result in lockers should be reported to the Welfare the confiscation of deposits. Room immediately. . Students must not decorate their lockers with graffiti or stickers. Any decoration found on lockers will result in the confiscation of deposits. . Checks for lockers will be undertaken regularly, any illegal occupants will have their items confiscated.
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Sports equipment is also available for loan at the Welfare Room. . Students will need to use their EZ- Link Card as a deposit when borrowing sports equipment from the Welfare Room. . Students will be held liable for any damaged sports equipment. Should any equipment be damaged, please inform the Councillor on duty at once. . Students are required to return the sports equipment by 6 pm on the day of the loan.
Phone Charging Services
The Welfare Room also provides phone charging services to students. . Students who wish to charge their phones may proceed to the Welfare Room. Upon the handing over of your phone, you will be given a token which will be required to claim your phone later on. . If there is a queue for the phones to be charged, phones will only be charged to 60%. . The Students’ Council will not be held liable for any damage done to the phones as a result of the use of these charging services.
STUDENTS’ COUNCIL 100 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION)
COLLEGE SONGS, DANCES & CHEERS
101 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION) COLLEGE SONGS 黄城哟 huang cheng yo 唱一首华初的歌 我们的黄城 wo men di huang cheng CHANG YI SHOU HUA CHU DE GE 永远矗立 yong yuan chu li 我要唱一首华初的歌 坚定不移 wo yao chang yi shou hua chu di ge jian ding bu yi 一首动人的歌 yi shou dong ren di ge 华初哟（华初!） 唱出我们的希望 hua chu yo (hua chu!) chang chu wo men di xi wang 我们的华初（华初 华初） 唱出我们的奔放 wo men di hua chu (hua chu hua chu) chang chu wo men di ben fang 肩负重任 jian fu zhong ren 我要唱一首黄城的歌 百年树人 wo yao chang yi shou huang cheng di ge bai nian shu ren 一首美丽的歌 yi shou mei li di ge 我要唱一首华初的歌 这里有球场上的笑语 wo yao chang yi shou hua chu di ge zhe li you qiu chang shang di xiao yu 一首永远的歌 那里是虎豹楼的书声 yi shou yong yuan di ge na li shi hu bao lou di shu sheng 唱出我们的光明前程 chang chu wo men di guang ming qian cheng *(clap clap / hands on the right) 唱出华初的精神 chang chu hua chu di jing shen
(clap clap)
Song History
Arguably one of the oldest and most important songs in the list of Hwa Chong school songs, it was composed by one of the former council presidents – Mr Liang Wern Fook. Written during the time of the pioneering student council batches, this song has been favoured by students for the popular hand actions that are often used while singing the bridge of the song. Traditionally, the song is sung at the beginning and the end of every school wide song session.
COLLEGE SONGS, DANCES & CHEERS 102 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION) 也是深情 不再停下脚步 bu zai ting xia jiao bu YE SHI SHEN QING 让我们试着开拓新旅程 虽然我们相识无言中 rang wo men shi zhe kai tuo xin lü cheng 把华初灿烂的光芒 sui ran wo men xiang shi wu yan zhong 彼此情谊不深 心灵却相通 ba hua chu can lan de guang mang 照亮路上无数次的黑暗 bi ci qing yi bu shen xing ling que xiang tong 犹记得我们曾说过 我们誓愿尽责 zhao liang lu shang wu shu ci de hei an you ji de wo men ceng shuo guo wo men shi 纵然迎面还有大风浪 yuan jin ze 为学院学生发出光和热 zong ran ying mian hai you da feng lang 我们不再畏惧 风雨的阻挡 wei xue yuan xue sheng fa chu guang he re 黄城虽然已不复留存 wo men bu zai wei ju feng yü de zu dang 生命对你和我来说 已不是一场梦 huang cheng sui ran yi bu fu liu cun 我们却不在乎 不渝是精神 sheng ming dui ni he wo lai shuo yi bu shi yi wo men que bu zai hu bu yu shi jing shen chang meng 只要我们的心联系 从此不再隔分 生活的迈进一刻不放松 zhi yao wo men de xin lian xi cong ci bu zai ge sheng huo de mai jin yi ke bu fang song fen 难道我们就不能往前奔 [Repeat Chorus] 照亮路上无数次的黑暗 nan dao wo men jiu bu neng wang qian ben zhao liang lu shang wu shu ci de hei an [Chorus] 过去的就让它辗转过去 guo qu de jiu rang ta zhan zhuan guo qu 不要一味回顾 bu yao yi wei hui gu 收拾起我们破碎的心情 shou shi qi wo men po sui de xin qing
Song History
The 14th Student’s Council Guitarist, Ronnie Tan, wrote this song. During their term, the 14th Students’ Council was heavily taxed with the relocation of the Hwa Chong campus to Ngee Ann Poly and then Bukit Batok. Yet through this experience, students developed a greater sense of belonging towards the school. Ronnie’s composition reflects his feelings towards the rapid changes and the spirit of the students
COLLEGE SONGS, DANCES & CHEERS 103 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION)
当你孤单你会想起谁 -FIVE SIX SEVEN EIGHT!!- DANG NI GU DAN NI HUI XIANG QI [Chorus] 当你孤单你会想起谁 (华初！) SHEI dang ni gu dan ni hui xiang qi shei (hua chu!) 你想不想找个人来陪 (想!) 你的心情总在飞 ni xiang bu xiang zhao ge ren lai pei (xiang!) ni de xin qing zong zai fei 你的快乐伤悲只有我能体会 什么事都想去追 ni de kuai le shang bei zhi you wo neng ti hui shen me shi dou xiang qu zhui 让我再陪你走一回 想抓住一点安慰 rang wo zai pei ni zou yi hui xiang zhua zhu yi dian an wei 你总是喜欢在人群中徘徊 -ONE MORE TIME!!- ni zong shi xi huan zai ren qun zhong pai hui [Repeat Chorus] 你最害怕孤单的滋味
ni zui hai pa gu dan de zi wei 你的快乐伤悲只有我能体会 ni de kuai le shang bei zhi you wo neng ti hui 你的心那么脆 让我再陪你走一回 ni de xin na me cui rang wo zai pei ni zou yi hui 一碰就会碎 yi peng jiu hui sui 经不起一点风吹 jing bu qi yi dian feng chui 你的身边总需要许多人陪 ni de shen bian zong xu yao xu duo ren pei 你最害怕每天的天黑 ni zui hai pa mei tian de tian hei
但是天总会黑 dan shi tian zong hui hei 人总要离别 ren zong yao li bie 谁也不能永远陪谁 shei ye bu neng yong yuan pei shei 而孤单的滋味 er gu dan de zi wei 谁都要面对 shei dou yao mian dui
不只是你我 bu zhi shi ni wo 会感觉到疲惫 hui gan jue dao pi bei
COLLEGE SONGS, DANCES & CHEERS 104 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION) 只为那爱我愿 只为那爱我愿于你同行万里路 ZHI WEI NA AI WO YUAN zhi wei na ai wo yuan yu ni tong xing wan li lu 愿我能把华初之光点燃 只为那爱我愿于你携手 yuan wo neng ba hua chu zhi guang dian ran zhi wei na ai wo yuan yu ni xie shou 愿黄城之爱于心中滋长 向前迈步 yuan huang cheng zhi ai yu xin zhong zi zhang xiang qian mai bu 愿友谊能把你心温暖 黄城两载多短促 yuan you yi neng ba ni xin wen nuan huang cheng liang zai duo duan cu 愿我有完成心愿的力量 既然爱上了又为何不付出 yuan wo you wan cheng xin yuan de li liang ji ran ai shang le you wei he bu fu chu
没有瀑布与岩石的阻挡 [Repeat Chorus] mei you pu bu yu yan shi de zu dang 溪水就没有悦耳的歌唱 黄城两载多短促 xi shei jiu mei you yue er de ge chang huang cheng liang zai duo duan cu 不愿途中无波浪无挑战 既然爱上了又为何不付出 bu yuan tu zhong wu bo lang wu tiao zhan ji ran ai shang le you wei he bu fu chu 愈经挫折生命愈灿烂 yu jing cuo zhe sheng ming yu can lan
[Chorus] 只为那爱我愿于你同行万里路 zhi wei na ai wo yuan yu ni tong xing wan li lu 只为那爱我愿于你携手 zhi wei na ai wo yuan yu ni xie shou 向前迈步 xiang qian mai bu 短暂相聚多急促 duan zhan xiang ju duo ji cu 既然碰上了又岂能虚度 ji ran peng shang le you qi neng xu du
Song History
Written by the 12th Song I/C Sook Neo, The lyrics of this song describe the council’s dedication to work towards a common goal for the betterment of the school. The song also encourages fellow Hwa Chongi-ans to give their best at song writing. The lyrics of the song convey her love for the school as well as the idea that through hardships and difficulties, students can grow as individuals as they strengthen their characters.
COLLEGE SONGS, DANCES & CHEERS 105 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION) 心旅 转瞬间心灵的交错 zhuan shun jian xin ling de jiao cuo XIN LÜ 闪眸映出真情你我 [Verse] shan mou ying chu zhen qing ni wo 悠悠如云 哪怕路多长(hoi!) you you ru yun na pa lu duo chang 年轻彷徨的心 浪多高 (hoi!) nian qing pang huang de xin lang duo gao 飘然来到黄城里 我们不曾动摇 piao ran lai dao huang cheng li wo men bu ceng dong yao 真诚尝试寻觅什么 转瞬间心灵的交错 zhen cheng chang shi xun mi shen me 填满空白的心灵 zhuan shun jian xin ling de jiao cuo 闪眸映出真情你我 tian man kong bai de xin ling shan mou ying chu zhen qing ni wo 情感找到归依 哪怕路多长(hoi!) qing gan zhao dao gui yi na pa lu duo chang 华初温柔轻抚我心 浪多高 (hoi!) hua chu wen rou qing fu wo xin lang duo gao 点起一盏引路的灯 我们不曾动摇 - ao - ao - ao ~ dian qi yi zhan ying lu de deng wo men bu ceng dong yao, ao ao ao 不再迷惘 bu zai mi wang [Repeat Verse + Chorus] 多少次的热泪满眶 [Chorus] 扬起心旅的风帆 duo shao ci de re lei man kuang 总有你陪在我身旁 yang qi xin lü de feng fan 朝着梦想起航 zong you ni pei zai wo shen pang 时光于此化为永恒 chao zhe meng xiang qi hang 旭日暖意陪伴我 shi guang yu ci hua wei yong heng 啊~~ 永恒 xu ri nuan yi pei ban wo 歌颂黄城的动人 Aaa~~ yong heng ge song huang cheng di dong ren
COLLEGE SONGS, DANCES & CHEERS 106 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION) 情真情深 纵然美好时光 zong ran mei hao shi guang QING ZHEN QING SHEN 就像流星一般短暂
曾经你我的心 jiu xiang liu xing yi ban duan zan 我们也珍惜现在 ceng jing ni wo de xin 就犹如漂浮不定的浮萍 wo men ye zhen xi xian zai 决不让岁月流白 jiu you ru piao fu bu ding de fu ping 毫无方向的飘流 jue bu rang sui yue liu bai hao wu fang xiang de piao liu 而今我们再度 [Repeat Chorus] er jin wo men zai du 回到美丽的城土 日复一日 hui dao mei li de cheng tu ri fu yi ri 过去的风风雨雨 当我们逐渐的成长 guo qu de feng feng yu yu dang wo men zhu jian de chen zhang 我们从不曾忘记 回头重望那段 wo men cong bu ceng wang ji hui tou chong wang na duan 遥远坎坷的路程 [Chorus] yao yuan kan ke de lu cheng 日复一日 但愿纯真的友谊 ri fu yi ri 一次又一次 的迷惘 dan yuan chun zhen de you yi 永远埋藏心底 yi ci you yi ci de mi wang 总有你在身旁 yong yuan mai cang xing di 让我们的故事 zong you ni zai shen pang 伴我走过这一段 rang wo men de gu shi 我们的歌曲 ban wo zou guo zhe yi duan 凭一份真挚的心 wo men de ge qu 点亮每一颗心灵 ping yi fen zhen zhi de xin 为黄城而努力 dian liang mei yi ke xin ling wei huang cheng er nu li 不管途中遇到多少打击 bu guan tu zhong yu dao duo shao da ji
黄城 你我的家 huang cheng ni wo de jia 是我们彼此系缘的地方 shi wo men bi ci xi yuan de di fang 一个充满温暖的天堂 yi ge chong man wen nuan de tian tang
Song History
Inspired by the songs composed by their grand seniors, the 19th Students Council Song I/C, Ho Han Kiat, composed the melody while the rest of the Council came together to compose the lyrics during an over-night camp. The captivating lyrics thus encapsulate a shared vision among the batch.
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细水长流 [Chorus] XI SHUI CHANG LIU 岁月的细水慢慢流 sui yue de xi shui man man liu 年少时候谁没有梦 流到了别离的时候 nian shao shi hou shei mei you meng liu dao le bie li de shi hou 无意之中你将心愿透漏 轻拍你的肩听我说朋友 wu yi zhi zhong ni jiang xin yuan tou lou qing pai ni de jian ting wo shuo peng you 就在你生日的时候 不要太惆怅 jiu zai ni sheng ri de shi hou bu yao tai chou chang 我将小小口琴送 霓虹纵然在嚣张 wo jiang xiao xiao kou qin song ni hong zong ran zai xiao zhang 最难忘记你的笑容 我们的步履有方向 zui nan wang ji ni de xiao rong wo men de bu lü you fang xiang 成败不论切莫将昔日遗忘 友情的细水慢慢流 cheng bai bu lun qie mo jiang xi ri yi wang you qing de xi shui man man liu 流进了你我的心中 [Verse] 多年以后又再相逢 liu jin le ni wo de xin zhong 曾在球场边为你欢呼 duo nian yi hou you zai xiang feng 我们都有了疲倦的笑容 ceng zai qiu chang bian wei ni huan hu 你跌伤我背负 wo men dou you le pi juan de xiao rong 问一声我的朋友 ni die shang wo bei fu 夜里流星飞渡 wen yi sheng wo de peng you 何时再为我吹奏 ye li liu xing fei du 想像着他日的路途 he shi zai wei wo chui zou 是否依旧是否依旧 xiang xiang zhe ta ri de lu tu 晚风吹着我们壮志无数 shi fou yi jiu shi fou yi jiu wan feng ting zhe wo men zhuang zhi wu shu 年少时候谁没有愁 [Repeat Chorus + Verse] nian shao shi hou shei mei you chou 满腔愤慨唯有你能听得懂 人生的际遇千百种 man qiang fen kai wei you ni neng ting de dong ren sheng de ji yu qian bai zhong 每当我失意的时候 但有知心常相逢 mei dang wo shi yi de shi hou dan you zhi xin chang xiang feng 你将那首歌吹奏 人愿长久 ni jiang na shou ge chui zou ren yuan chang jiu 琴声悠悠解我情优 水愿长流 qin sheng you you jie wo qing you shui yuan chang liu 年少时候 nian shao shi hou
COLLEGE SONGS, DANCES & CHEERS 108 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION) Never Forget
[Verse 1] Every morning we meet at our CT bench to put our bags and have a chat For two whole years we did the same until we graduate PE, lectures and much more tutorials were the things we would expect The left and right wings, the bridge the globe were the places we all shared
Ten years down the road will we ever get to meet one another? Will things ever be the same will we still be friends forever?
[Chorus] Never will we ever forget all the times we had in Hwachong All the days we spent, hand in hand, playing to our hearts’ content We will always be together, heart to heart, we’ll conquer All the loneliness, the emptiness ‘Cause Hwachong will always be there
[Verse 2] It has been some time since we’ve gathered in this place where we first met The times we used to share together, oh how can we forget Many things have changed since we moved on, but there’s one thing that stays the same The Hwachong spirit in you and me, the eternal burning flame
Ten years down the road we will still be here to see one another Though things may not be the same we will still be friends forever
Repeat [Chorus] x 2
Song History
It started with the 32nd ECACO wanting to introduce an English song as a breath of fresh air, a departure from the initially purely Chinese collection of college songs. Having heard of a song composed by Mr Galvin Sng from 99S31 who was also a teacher in the high school section, they approached him and were gladly given permission to resurrect the song and promote it as an official Hwa Chong College Song.
COLLEGE SONGS, DANCES & CHEERS 109 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION) Destinations [Verse 2] There may always seem [Verse 1] To be brighter destinations Years of our lives Somewhere else to go And we are back at another start Brand new beginning Time passes, time it flies And then we realize New faces, fresh changes That this is where we all belong Nothing is just as it was 5 , 6 , 7 , 8! But somehow we are not afraid 5, 6, 7, 8! Repeat [Chorus] x 2
[Chorus] This is the place we’ll love And this is the place we’ll grow And this is the place We’ll always know that Tomorrow brings forever
Song History
“Destinations” is a song written by the 37th Song I/Cs Wong Yang Cheng and Natalee Ho. First written as a batch song for the juniors, its lyrics describe the transitions freshmen face when coming into Hwa Chong Junior College for the first time. At the same time, it emphasizes that Hwa Chong will always be our home and where we, as Hwa Chongians, belong.
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Legend: RH: Right Hand, LH: Left Hand, RL: Right Leg, LL: Left Leg Beechwood Together in Electric Dreams THE CARPENTERS GEORGIO MORODER / PHILIP OAKEY Clap in the Beginning (x4) Clap in the Beginning (x32) 1. [Right Left] Right, Left, Right, Left 1. [Intro] Forward (RL) 2 3 Oosh (RH) Forward (RL) together Back (LL) 2 3 Oosh (LH) Back (LL) together Clap-clap, Cross-cross, Point-point Right together Left together 2. [Tap] Right-tap, Left-tap, Right-tap, Left-tap 2. [Turn] Clap-clap, Cross-cross, Point-point Forward (RL) turn Forward (RL) turn 3. [Wave hands] Right in, Right in Right-left, Right-left, Right, Left Left in, Left in Down (RH), Down (LH) Up (RL), Up, Up (LL), Up Up (RH) & Up (LH) Kick (RL) & Kick (LL)
4. [Running Part] 3. [Intro] + [Turn] Left 2 3 Kick (RL) Right 2 3 Kick (LL) 4. [Walking] X 2 Forward 2 3 Kick (RL) Forward (RL) 2 3 Tap (LL) Back (Turn clockwise) 2 3 Kick (LL) Back (LL) 2 3 Tap (RL) Turn (R) 2 3 Clap Clap (x4) Back (L) 2 3 Clap
5. Forward (RL) 2 3 Tap (LL) The above sequence is repeated 4 times facing Back (LL) 2 3 Tap (RL) front, right, back and finally left. Repeat steps 1 to 5 until music ends.
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Legend: RH: Right Hand, LH: Left Hand, RL: Right Leg, LL: Left Leg I’ve Got My Mind Set On You GEORGE HARRISON
1. a. [Close-Close-Open] Close (RH) Close Open Cross (RH) Cross Down Close (RH) Close Open Cross (RH) Cross Down
b. [Tap Part] Tap-tap Tap-tap Tap-tap Tap-tap Tap-tap Tap-tap TURN! Twist Twist Twist Kick (LL) Twist Twist Twist Kick (RL) TURN!
c. [Swim Part] Swim (RH) Swim Swim Swim Point (RH) Point Point Point In & Out (RL) In & Out (LL) To do it! (x6) Woooo! (High 5)
2. [Point Part] [Close-Close-Open] Point 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 (Face front) Hands 2 3 4 5 6 7 Down (Face partner)
3. [Close-Close-Open] + [Tap Part] + [Swim Part]
4. [Chicken Part] x 2 Chicken (RH), Chicken, Chicken, Chicken Down (RH), Down, Down, Down
5. [Point Part] + [Tap Part] + [Swim Part]
6. [Right-Left-Turn] Right-left Turn Chicken (RH), Chicken, Chicken, Chicken Right-left Turn Down (RH), Down, Down, Down
*Repeat part 6 [Right-Left Turn] until music ends.
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Legend: RH: Right Hand, LH: Left Hand, RL: Right Leg, LL: Left Leg I’ve Had The Time Of My Life Right, Left, Right and Stop BILL MEDLEY & JENNIFER WARNES Guys: Right, Left, Right, Back 2 Right, Left, Right and Stop 1a. [Intro] Right, Left 2c. [Kick] Right-Left, Right-Left Outer-leg-2-3 Cross (LL) 2 Back 2 Inner-leg-2-3 Cross (RL) 2 Back 2 Kick (Outer Leg) Cross (LL) 2 Back 2 Inner-leg-2-3 Cross (RL) 2 Back 2 Outer-leg-2-3 Turn 2 3 4 Kick (Inner Leg) Back (LL) 2 3 4 (Turn and face partner) Slide to the right Slide to the right Repeat [Diamond] Slide to the left Repeat [Couple] x 2 Slide to the left 3a. [Push] 1b. [Left-in Left-out] x 2 Push-2-3-4 Left-in Left-out Cross 2 Back-2-3-4 Right-in Right-out Up Down Cross 2 Hook Turn 3b. [Helicopter] In (RL) & Out 1c. [End of Intro] In (LL) & Out Right, Left, Right and Stop 1-2-3-4 Wooo! (Helicopter) (Turn and face partner) 3c. [Push] 1d. [Diamond] Push-2-3-4 Diamond-2-3-4 Back-2-3-4 2-2-3-4 3-2-3-4 3d. [Circle] Turn-2-3-4 Circle (LL) 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Diamond-2-3-4 2-2-3-4 3e. [Helicopter] 3-2-3-4 In (RL) & Out Turn-2-3-4 In (LL) & Out Wooo! (Helicopter) 1e. [Couple] In-and-Out & Turn-2-3-4 4. [Pssss] In-and-Out & Turn-2-3-4 Pssss… (M: RH F: LH) In-and-Out & Change-2-3-4 Pssss… (“never”) (M: LH F: RH) In-and-Out & Change-2-3-4 Pssss… (“swear”) (Both hands)
2a. [Split Couple] 5. [Shine] In and Out & Turn-2-3-4 Right, Left, Shine-2-3-4 Forward (LL) 2-3-4 Right, Left, Shine-2-3-4 Back (LL) 2-3-4 (Turn and face the front) *Repeat part 5 [Shine] until music ends.
2b. [Girls VS Guys] Girls: Right, Left, Right, Back 2 COLLEGE SONGS, DANCES & CHEERS 113 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION)
Legend: RH: Right Hand, LH: Left Hand, RL: Right Leg, LL: Left Leg Wild Wild West THE ESCAPE CLUB
1a. [Hands] x 2 Outer-hand, Inner-hand, Outer-inner-grab-pull Inner-hand, Outer-hand, Inner-outer-grab-pull
1b. [Jerk] Right-jerk, Left-jerk, Right-jerk, Left-jerk Down 2 Up 2 Right-jerk, Left-jerk
1c. [Twist & Kick] Open-open Twist Twist Twist Open-close Kick Kick (LL) Open-close Kick Kick (RL) Open-close Kick Kick (LL) (Turn & face partner)
1d. [Couple Part] Guys Girls Left-tap, Right-tap Right-tap, Left-tap Back-tap (RL), Left-tap, Right-tap Back-tap (LL), Right-tap, Left-tap Back-tap (RL), Left-tap, Right-tap Back-tap (LL), Right-tap, Left-tap Back-tap (LL), Right-tap, Left-tap Back-tap (LL), Right-tap, Left-tap Present! Present!
Together: Wooo! (Turn in) Slide (M:L F:R) Slide (M: L F:R) Slide (M:R F:L) Slide (M: L F:R) Slide (M:L F:R) Slide (M: L F:R) Back, Up, Present!
2. [Jerk] + [Twist & Kick] + [Couple Part]
3. [Can-can Leg Part] x 3 Right-left, Right-left, Right-right Left-right, Left-right, Left-left
4. [Lower-Higher] Lower (RH), Lower (LH) Higher (RH), Higher (LH) Lower (RH), Lower (LH) Higher (RH), Higher (LH) Turn to the left (Face the front) Turn to the right (Face partner) Spastic (M: L F: R), Spastic (M: R F: L) Spastic (M: L F: R), Kick! (M:R F:L)
5. [Couple Part]
[Hwa Chong Ke Bah Bah!]
6. [Hands] + [Jerk] + [Twist & Kick] + [Couple Part] 7. [Jerk] + [Twist & Kick] + [Couple Part] COLLEGE SONGS, DANCES & CHEERS 114 STUDENTS’ HANDBOOK 2016 (COLLEGE SECTION)
Legend: + (Clap) # (Stomp)
Ke Bah Bah! North South East West
Call: Hwa Chong Ke Bah Bah! North! ++++
Respond: Ole Ole Ah Ah South! ++++
Call: Hwa Chong Ke Bah Bah! East! ++++
Respond: Ole Ole Ah Ah West! ++++
North South (+) East West! (+) Who’s the (+) best? (+) Call: Shake it up! Hwa Chong (+) Hwa Chong (+) is the (+) best! (+) Respond: Yeah! 东! ++++ Call: Shake it up! 南! ++++ Respond: Yeah! 西! ++++ Call: Shake it up! 北! ++++ Respond: Yeah Yeah Yeah Yeah Yeah! 东南 (+) 西北(+) 谁最(+) 棒? (+)
华中(+) 华中(+) 一级(+) 棒! (+)
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Willow Countdown
Willow willow willow willow willow willow! (Echo) Call: Who’s gonna win gonna win gonna win?
Willow willow willow willow willow willow! (Echo) Respond: We’re gonna win gonna win gonna win! Call: Who’s gonna win gonna win gonna win? Everywhere we go! (Echo) Respond: We’re gonna win gonna win gonna win! People want to know! (Echo)
Who we are! (Echo) Call: Who’s gonna win?
Where we come from! (Echo) Respond: We’re gonna win!
So we tell them! (Echo) Call: Who’s gonna win?
We are from Hwa Chong! (Echo) Respond: We’re gonna win!
Super duper Hwa Chong! (Echo) Call: Say yo-o High and mighty Hwa Chong! (Echo) Respond: Yo-o
Call: Shake it up! Call: Say yo-o
Respond: Yeah! Respond: Yo-o
Call: Shake it up! Call: Say yo baby yo baby yo-o
Respond: Yeah! Respond: Yo baby yo baby yo-o
Call: Shake it up! It’s countdown, we’ve just begun!
Respond: Yeah Yeah Yeah Yeah Yeah! 5, 4, 3, 2, 1! Hwa Chong!
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Go Fight Win Sexy Cheer
Go... Fight... Win! (Clap throughout in constant tempo)
Our team will go! ++ Hwa Chong ooo, Hwa Chong laa!
Our team will go go go! Hwa Chong Hwa Chong oolala!
Our team will fight! ++ Hwa Chong ohh, Hwa Chong yeah! Our team will fight fight fight! Hwa Chong Hwa Chong oh yeah! Our team will win! ++ (Repeat 3 times, gradually increasing Our team will win win win! volume each time)
So let’s go!
+++++++++ Hwa Chong!
+++++++++ Hwa Chong!
+++++++++ Hwa Chong!
Hey-Yo
Say hey... hey-yo!
Say hey hey hey hey-yo, Hwa Chong!
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山歌 Shan Ge Hwa Chong Shuai
(Jump and swing arm in circles above the head) Call: Hwa Chong!
嘿~~~~~~~~! Respond: 帅!(SHUAI!) *right hand up* HEI~~~~~~~~! Call: Hwa Chong! (Clap throughout in constant tempo) Respond: 帅! (SHUAI!) *left hand up* 山上流水淅沥沥嘿! shan shang liu shui xi li li hei! Call: Hwa Chong! Hwa Chong!
嘿啦啦噢! Respond: 帅! 帅! 帅! (SHUAI! SHUAI! SHUAI!) hei la la o! *right left nod your head* 山上流水哗啦啦嘿! shan shang liu shui hua la la hei! Call: Hwa Chong!
嘿啦啦噢! Respond: 杀! (SHA!) *right hand down* hei la la o! Call: Hwa Chong! 淅沥沥嘿哗啦啦嘿! xi li li hei hua la la hei! Respond: 杀! (SHA!) *left hand down*
华初，华初顶呱呱嘿! Call: Hwa Chong! Hwa Chong! hua chu hua chu ding gua gua hei! Respond: 杀! 杀! 杀! (SHA! SHA! SHA!) *right left (Repeat) right*
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Hwa Chong Boom Hwa Chong Holler
Hwa Chong, ++ Say H W (+) A (+) C H O (+) N G Hwa Chong! (+)
Will win the game! ++ Say H W (+) A (+) C H O (+) N G Hwa Chong! (+)
We’ll focus, (+) fight (+) and show (+) our might! (++) Say H W (+) A (+) C H O (+) N G Hwa Chong! (+)
Boom Badoom (+) Badoom (+) Don’t give up (+) when things get rough, (+)
Boom Badoom (+) Badoom (+) ‘Cause we will show (+) them that we’re tough! (+)
Boom Badoom (+) Badoom (+) Girls: Say oo (+) lah lah! (+) oo oo (+) lah lah! (+)
+ Hwa Chong! Boys: Say oo (+) lah lah! (+) oo oo (+) lah lah! (+)
Go... Hwa Chong!
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Rock You
(##+ throughout the whole cheer)
##+ ##+ ##+ ##+
I say get get get on down!
Say get get get on down!
Say get get get on down!
Say get get get on down!
Come on everybody, let’s shake the floor!
We’ll start the beat at the count of four!
1! (##+) 2! (##+) 3!(##+) 4! (##+)
When Hwa Chong unite, we show our might! (##+)(##+)
We’ll show them how we really fight! (##+)(##+) (Girls: fight ah fight ah!)
We’ll fight till the end with all our might
‘Cause ain’t nobody’s gonna break our pride!
We will we will rock you (Girls: ah!), rock you! (Girls: ah!)
We will we will shock you (Girls: ah!), shock you! (Girls: ah!)
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