What are the advantages and disadvantages of having enrichment classes?

Written by: Aurora Francoise Tan be Gem (Sec 2G, 2023) Enrichment classes, or rather, tuition, have been controversial among parents. Some believe that it is an unnecessary element, while others never miss an opportunity to enrol their children. Tuition can drastically change a child's education, be it for the better or for the worse. To … Continue reading What are the advantages and disadvantages of having enrichment classes?

Write about a conflict you had with a teacher or parent and how it was resolved.

Written by: Ethan Teh (Sec 1-6, 2023) The sun climbed high and shone its rays of light across the whole country.Students stood tall and confident,with their crisp uniforms and their school badges glistening in the glaring light.Before school started,students were already marching into school,chit-chatting along the way.I was no exception too. Today was the day … Continue reading Write about a conflict you had with a teacher or parent and how it was resolved.

Write about a conflict you had with a teacher or parent and how it was resolved.

Written by: Claire Koh (Sec 1-3, 2023) It was a mundane morning. Clouds drifted across the clear blue sky, signalling the end of the rain. It was yet another day of Home-Based Learning. As I set up my laptop for the usual morning check-ins with our form teachers, I pondered, When will this pandemic end? … Continue reading Write about a conflict you had with a teacher or parent and how it was resolved.

Write about a time when you participated in a fund-raising event and what you learnt from it.

Written by: Carissa Leora (Sec 1-4, 2023) "Class, remember to bring your baked goods for the bake sale tomorrow afternoon, as we will be collecting money to donate to charity," Mrs. Tan, our form teacher, reminded us.  As I walked home with Kaitlyn, my best friend, she suddenly asked, "Hey, what are you going to … Continue reading Write about a time when you participated in a fund-raising event and what you learnt from it.

Write about a conflict you had with a teacher or parent and how it was resolved.

Written by: Win Nie Tan (Sec 1-4, 2023) I was over the moon and skipping joyfully throughout the house. In a few days time, it would be my 13th birthday! I was overjoyed thinking of the things I would be doing on my birthday. I planned to ask my parents to bring me to Universal … Continue reading Write about a conflict you had with a teacher or parent and how it was resolved.

Describe recent changes in a shopping mall that you like. Explain why you welcome or do not welcome them.

Written by: Grace Chen (4D 2023) Right beside my level seven condominium lies the “gem” of the west side of Singapore, the famous Jurong Point Shopping Mall. Hundreds of tourists often come to peek at the beauty of this marvelous building and it is one of the “hot” hang out spots for the locals living … Continue reading Describe recent changes in a shopping mall that you like. Explain why you welcome or do not welcome them.

Write about an interesting or memorable experience that you had when travelling by public transport. How did the experience affect your views about being a public transport user?

Written by: Tan Joi Yii (4D 2023) One memorable experience that has shaped me to become a better person took place on a public transport. Though many people think that learning is contained in the classroom, I believe that any experience outside the classroom is equally impactful. Perhaps it was the location and setting that … Continue reading Write about an interesting or memorable experience that you had when travelling by public transport. How did the experience affect your views about being a public transport user?