The following students have done the college proud with their scholarship academic success. Congratulations to former Rugby Captain, Kenneth Tay (2T11, 2011/12), on his SME-SPRING Scholarship, alongside his former classmates Victoria Long (2T11, 2011/12) on her acceptance into the prestigious Yale-NUS College, as well as Sheryl Ann Tan (2T11, 2011/12), who received the Ministry of Health (MOH) Healthcare Scholarship. The Flame catches up with Sheryl Ann Tan.
In Conversation with Sheryl Truly embodying a Thinker with a Mission, Sheryl Ann Tan is a proud recipient of the highlycompetitive MOH Healthcare Scholarship. An exceptional student, with a strong desire to serve the community, Sheryl shares her thoughts on seeking out a scholarship to fulfil your personal mission. “The journey of seeking out a scholarship started out with interacting with one of the scholarship providers during Think Career Day. One consideration you have to take into account in selecting the scholarship is to know where your passion lies in the various industries. Having conversations and getting advice from your peers, parents and industry professionals help tremendously. I feel privileged to be able to contribute to one of Singapore’s strategic sectors and of course, to contribute to the community. I would like to thank Ms. Diana Ma, Ms. Michelle Teo and Mr. Kuang Kim Chun. None of this would have been possible without the support and guidance of my teachers who were always ready to help me find passion and purpose in life.” ELL Students who have obtained scholarships after graduating from CJC Every year since the introduction of the new H2 subject, English Language and Linguistics in 2009 and the selection of CJC as one of the three ELEP centres in Singapore, our ELL students have
Sheryl, proudly receiving her Healthcare Scholarship.
garnered prestigious scholarships to pursue their university education and realise their dreams. This year is no exception. Alexandra Hofbauer (2T08, 2011/12) obtained the Overseas Teaching Scholarship and Kevin Martens Wong (2T11, 2009/10) received the Local Teaching Scholarship to study Linguistics in the university of their choice. Alexandra is now in the University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom, to study Linguistics. Kevin will offer Linguistics in the National University of Singapore after completing his National Service. Another scholarship recipient this year is Cheow Sue-Ann (2T02, 2011/12) who has been awarded the Singapore Press Holdings Scholarship and she is also studying in the University of Edinburgh, UK. All three were ELEP Scholars and leaders in CJC. Kevin was a Vice-President of the Student Council and Alexandra was a Student Councillor. Our first ELL recipient of the Overseas Teaching Scholarship, Isabelle Leong Mei Yee (2T11, 2009/10) will be completing her final year in University College, London UK. Isabelle was also an ELEP Scholar.
In Conversation with Sue-Ann Sue-Ann was an English Language Elective Programme Scholar, a Flame Scholar and the President of Speakers’ Ink. What are you studying and why? English Literature with Linguistics and Philosophy as additional courses. I have always loved the English Language and how it has such power to affect and change people. In particular, reading took me on epic adventures from the comfort of my own bedroom, showing me places, people and emotions I would never have been able to experience otherwise. So having the opportunity to study and delve deeper into literature and the English language is nothing short of a dream come true for me. Any thoughts about CJ? In all honesty, my experience in CJ was not without its fair share of challenges and frustration, but it was an experience I would not change for anything. CJ gave me the opportunities to really push myself and grow as a person, through the ELEP scholarship attachment programme, the REACH Cambridge and the REACH Castle programmes, orientation planning, the FLAME
Alexandra with Mrs Kong.
scholarship, the Pre-University seminar, CCA leadership and numerous other programmes I was involved in.The two years in CJ showed me how much I could achieve, and with the help of the most amazing teachers a student could ever hope for, my experience in CJ unlocked in me passion for my subjects, and a desire to be the best I can be. Advice to students? My advice is simple, enjoy every single minute of your JC life. It seems really stressful and horrible sometimes, but trust me, from experience, when you’re done with CJ, you will miss it. I made some of the best friends in CJ and had some of my most fun and memorable experiences both in the school and with the friends I made there. Treasure the days you have in CJ and they will become some of your fondest memories in time to come.
In Conversation with Alexandra It is truly a dream come true to be able to pursue an undergraduate degree in Linguistics and English Language at the University of Edinburgh – one that I am proud to say CJC has helped to make possible. I have always enjoyed studying English and my two years in CJC gave me the chance to develop this interest as I discovered new facets of the language as well as its existence as part of the larger field of Linguistics.
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A Scholarly Flair
I am happy to have been given many opportunities to grow both intellectually and in terms of character, during my time in CJC. I am grateful to the teachers who guided me throughout my A level journey, teaching me everything I needed to know as well as piquing my curiosity about issues and concepts that went beyond the textbooks. I am also lucky to have been part of a loving and caring college community who supported me and kept me going even through the toughest periods. To the current J2 batch: set goals for yourselves and stay focused. Be consistent and do your very best. Be there for each other through this stressful time. Discuss ideas, learn from one another and encourage one another. But most importantly, in the words of Father Nicholas Barre, “whatever happens, remain always in peace and trust in God”.
Sue Ann receiving her award from Dr Lee Boon Yang, Chairman of SPH.
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