Northbrooks Yearbook 2018 'Take Flight: An Eagle's Tale'

TAKE FLIGHT: AN EAGLE'S TALE

2018

Northbrooks Secondary School

Contents : 01

Eagor Says Hi!

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Eagor’s Nest

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It takes a community to raise Eagor

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Eagor discovers the joy of learning

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Eagor builds grit and resilience

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Eagor experiences the Northbrooks’ Spirit

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Eagor makes friends (CCAs and Classes)

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Ready to Soar

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Vision, M ission & Values

Northbrooks’Story THE BROOKSIAN VISION Every Brooksian A Champion, Impacting the Community.

THE BROOKSIAN MISSION

To empower Brooksians to develop a passion for learning, strong moral values and a keen sense of duty and community.

OUR VALUES

Graciousness • Integrity • Fortitude • Teamwork • Empathy • Discipline

SCHOOL MOTTO ‘Soaring Yet Rooted’

Eagor Sa ys Hi!

PROFILE

ABOUT ME

Age: 15 (In human years)

Educational Background: Brooks Primary School

Likes: Flying, hunting for fish, dancing

Dislikes: Hunters, swimming, people who are ungracious and selfish.

Habits: Making sure my feathers are neat.

Hi! I am Eagor the Eagle, a Brooksian student! I love flying around Singapore. I chose Northbrooks Secondary School as it is near the Seletar Aerospace Hub. Since young, my ambition is to lead and inspire other eaglets to be the best they can be.

I love my school as it houses Brooksian Champions who, like me, are eager to learn. Naturally, we aspire to soar higher each day, and we know we can with grit and resilience, and by holding fast to our values. My best friend, Ellie, believes that I have the fortitude to overcome obstacles during my fledgling period here at Northbrooks.

I enjoy gliding around Northbrooks, interacting with my fellow Brooksians, scaling the rock wall, applying theories at Aerospace lessons or even practising mindfulness at our garden.

I will work hard and stay true to our school motto of “Soaring Yet Rooted”.

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EAGOR’S

NEST The Beginning

Northbrooks Secondary School started at the dawn of a new millennium on 2 January 2000 with eight Secondary 1 classes. Built at a cost of over $23 million, the school is fullyequipped with IT facilities and is set amidst the beautiful natural surroundings of Yishun Park.

The school is united in its desire to do its very best for its students and to prepare them for the future knowledge-based workplace. Besides developing their capacity to learn, the School also focuses on building the character of its students and helping them to develop compassion for others.

The name Northbrooks is derived from the Yuan Dynasty proverb 饮水思源. This is one of the core moral values inculcated in all Brooksians: to always remember their roots and to be grateful to their family, teachers, friends and country for the success they achieve in life.

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The Brooksian Crest Just as WATER

Is the basis of life, as a school, we will provide a nurturing and challenging environment, to inspire our pupils to learn and grow.

Just as TREES Like Aspens and Giant Redwoods grow in groves supporting each other with their roots intertwined, people too are connected by a system of roots (our family and friends). When pounded by the storms of life we need to hold each other up; just as the Oak with its deep penetrating roots withstands strong winds and violent storms, we will build a strong foundation of moral values so that our pupils will have the moral courage to make the right choices in life; just as the spreading branches of the Oak provides shelter against the sun and nesting places for birds, we will provide opportunities for our pupils to develop their talents and abilities to the fullest, so that they in turn can reach out to touch the lives of others and make a positive difference to their community and our nation.

GOLD Background With a firm foundation of sound moral values to guide their thinking, our pupils with have the confidence to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing world. They will be well-balanced individuals, anchored by strong roots and equipped with the wings to soar to great heights to achieve their dreams with integrity; and they will become people with values and of value to their community our country.

The Brooksian Anthem With Brooksian fervour Lift up our voices Each day a new beginning Let hearts be open With hopes arising Our promises don’t deny.

We’re friends who offer compassion Whatever the circumstance With fortitude we will overcome Be strong, be true, be free!

Reach for tomorrow Take hold our future Let’s build a brighter new day We’re soaring, yet rooted Take flight And see hopes and dreams come true Our fears to conquer Stand tall Discover who we are and more Making champions of us all Volatilis tamen radicalis O see our dreams come true Our fears to conquer Stand tall Discover who we are and more Making champions of us all Making champions of us all!

Music composed by Miss Chan Young Young Lyrics by Miss Wendy Tan Swee Tee AN EAGLE’S TALE • 2018

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Ms Cynthia Kong, Administrative Executive

IT TAKES A

COMMUNITY TO RAISE EAGOR 4

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Aunty Agnes, Canteen Operator Ms Lim Wan Yee, Teacher

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Principa l’s M essage

Another amazing year has come to a close. The year 2018 has been a very fruitful year. We have thoughtfully mapped out our Strategic Plan for the next five years from 2019 to 2023 with our student outcomes in mind as follows: Cognitive domain: A Critical Thinker and a Learner with a Growth Mindset Social-Moral Domain: An Active Citizen who is rooted in G.I.F.T.E.D. values.

Leadership Domain: A Servant Leader who effects Positive Change.

Physical Domain: A Physically Active Individual who leads a Healthy Lifestyle Aesthetics Domain: An Expressive Individual who displays an Appreciation for the Arts.

For my Principal’s message in the 2017 yearbook, I shared

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on Northbrooks’ direction and what it means to be part of the school community. Once again, I would like to thank my Team Northbrooks (educators and support staff), affiliated partners (Parent Support Group/parents, School Advisory Committee and alumni) and our external community and international partners for their unwavering support for the school. I’m also grateful to our dedicated Publications team for working tirelessly on this yearbook.

The theme for our 2018 yearbook is ‘Take Flight: An Eagle’s Tale’ and it depicts the dynamic and distinctive journey that our Brooksians experience here in Northbrooks. As a vibrant school community, we have many alumni streaming back to their alma mater during school events such as Teachers’ Day and Brooksian Talent Quest. We were also deeply heartened to see scores of alumni from various batches and former Northbrooks educators who attended the inaugural Alumni Homecoming in July this year. It is also heart-warming to hear success stories of our alumni such as Melvin Ang (self-made successful entrepreneur) and Chelsia Wong

(A*STAR scholar) this year, and we can sense our alumni’s unfaltering bond and commitment to the school. This will not be possible, if not for the strong school efforts, positive teacher-student relationships and friendships forged during their stay in Northbrooks.

I believe many of our Brooksians can feel the caring and enabling environment which we strive to foster. Given the steps that we have been taking towards creating such an environment, we are now ready to embark on a new journey to become a Positive Education (PosEd) School in the future.

Deliberate step-by-step efforts have been made for 201718 and we have taken the first official step by becoming a member of the 2018 inaugural Singapore Positive Education Network (SPEN).

So, why Positive Education? Positive Education focuses on specific skills that assist students to strengthen their relationships, build positive emotions, enhance personal resilience, promote mindfulness and encourage a healthy lifestyle. Its goal is to equip people—students, teachers, administrative and support staff, and community partners, with the skills and tools to flourish, and contribute to the flourishing of others, in ways that support and strengthen learning. For instance, in Northbrooks, we aim to imbue in our Brooksians, the Champion’s Learning Mindset, so as to build their grit and resilience. We believe that every Brooksian can develop these valuable life skills to enhance their capacity to learn effectively, as well as build a strong foundation for their life ahead. This is very much aligned with what Northbrooks stands for in our School Vision, Mission, Values and Motto, and our desire for every student to become an active citizen and a person of good character.

Northbrooks is a safe environment for Brooksians to learn.

Even if students fall or fail in the process, their community of peers and teachers provide the support and encouragement needed for them to pick themselves up again to learn. We envision Northbrooks to be a place where all members of Northbrooks can feel the joy of coming to school and where there are many moments of spontaneity. Essentially, this is the reason why we have worked on school-wide initiatives such as Student Voice, the school cheer and mascot, and special interest groups. We also hope to create a place where students feel cared for, through programmes such as Heart to Heart talks, ‘Learn to eat, Eat to learn’ Open Breakfast programme, and teacher-student games.

Here in Northbrooks, the tagline ‘Learning from Self, from Others and with Others’ captures our signature professional development efforts. I’m elated that we are moving towards strengthening our Critical Inquiry processes to see what

we can glean from our research, so as to put our insights into daily practice to effect improvements. With a strong team learning culture within our professional learning community, we will continue experimenting with different teaching actions in order to translate them to become effective teaching practices – part of honing our craft in teaching.

We have also adopted a whole school approach towards ‘Effective Questioning’ and ‘Effective Feedback’ which are vital to developing critical thinking in our Brooksians, so that they can be more discerning, and take greater ownership of their own learning and decision-making. To further enhance our professionalism, a number of experts in the fraternity were invited to Northbrooks to talk about areas such as Assessment, Critical Inquiry, Mindfulness and Positive Education. We are also very proud to have produced our very first 2017 Northbrooks Research and Inquiry Publication, Quest@Northbrooks (QN) (Volume 1), and we are looking forward to the next publication for 2018.

In order to deliver high quality programmes, we are constantly innovating and reviewing our existing curriculum and co-curriculum. The multitude of achievements and improvements that we can see in this yearbook are the fruits of labour by all my colleagues. Moreover, we are deepening our efforts in community service and environmental education. In the process, we provide platforms for everyone to come together for a common purpose and appreciate each other and the environment.. Some examples of our efforts in this area include our zero-waste/ food waste programme, ‘no plastics’ initiative, forming of green advocates, and various community service projects, just to name a few. These programmes have a far-reaching, positive impact on our Brooksians’ outlook and mindset.

We hope that through these authentic curricular and cocurricular experiences, we will fully realise the School Vision of ‘Every Brooksian a Champion, Impacting the Community’.

As One Team Northbrooks, let us all strive together towards our school’s shared vision and mission for the years to come.

Soaring Yet Rooted, Nick Chan Principal

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M essage from the Sc hool A dvisory Committee (SAC) Chairman

2018 has been filled with many exciting new opportunities for Northbrooks’ students to learn and experience new things. For instance, there was the inaugural bi-annual year-end concert, Centrestage: The First Act, held at Republic Polytechnic. Clearly, the students had put in a lot of effort and honed their skills and techniques over the course of the year, to be able to put up such energetic and captivating performances.

Indeed, this event was just one example of the many ways that Northbrooks has provided opportunities for students to grow and develop. Some other good examples of such opportunities include the Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics, and Science (T.E.A.M.S.) Day that inspires the joy of learning in students and the annual level camps that strengthen students’ mental resilience through various outdoor activities.

It is also heartening to see more alumni who stay connected with the school, and who offer to contribute their time and talents. This year’s Alumni Homecoming gathered many former students, from those who had recently graduated to those who were from the first batch of students. Indeed, the various successes of the alumni in their individual pathways, and the impact that they have on their own communities, bear testimony to the important influence that Northbrooks had on their lives.

I am pleased to know that behind all the successes and achievements, there is a team of very dedicated and professional administrative and teaching staff led by the Principal, Mr Nick Chan, who have all made tremendous contributions in teaching and nurturing the students with each passing academic year.

I would also like to record a word of thanks to all the other SAC members who have also played an important role by sharing their observations, comments and opinions. The SAC works in collaboration and consultation with the Principal to discuss and plan ways we could enhance staff and student welfare, as well as the educational experiences of the students.

Finally, I would like to congratulate Northbrooks on another successful year of growing and developing Brooksians, so that they can one day ‘take flight’ and soar.

William Choo SAC Chairman

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ROW 4: RAMASAMY VENUGOPAL, FOO WENG CHOY, TANG KIN HUA, GAVIN LER KAI MING, MUHAMMAD KHAIRI, QUAH WAI KUAN, TIMOTHY TING TECK WEE, ANNAMALAI KUMAR, JANSON YONG KIAM HAM, HUANG KEE HONG, ALEX ANG KOK WEE, TREVOR TAN SIN LEONG, SHAUN TAN TOH LOY, ANDREW SHEN YANRU, SANJAY S/O RADAKRISHNA, ENG SZE SHEAN, TIMOTHY CHONG, ALEX TOK BOON HWEE, LIOW KUM WAH, CHIA SHU WEI, PAIK POH LEONG, TOH CHIN HWEE, KENNETH YONG, ALEX NG LIAN SIN, GARY SIM TECK KHER, OMAR B ISMAIL

ROW 3: DIANA GHAZALI, HALIMAH JAMIL, CINDA TOH, INDRANI KUMAR, SANGEETA D/O TAMILARASAN, NURAIDA BTE AJMAAIN, NUR SAKINAH BTE AHMAD JUPRI, LIN LIN, CELINE GOH, VANISHREE D/O VENGADASALAM, SUMITHRA NAIR D/O VENU GOPAL, ZURAIDAH ABDUL KARIM, PREMILA D/O DHANABAL, PUNITHA D/O VANGADASALAM, TAN JIE LING, PHOON HWEE LEE, HANNAH NEO, AU LAI FEI, NG PUAY HOON, WENDY LEE CHIEN WUAN, NURULJANNAH BTE JUMAAT, JARIAH RAMLEE, QUEENIE CHIU

ROW 2: SASIDHARAN INDRA DEVI, JANE LEE MUN SUM, DIAN FARHANA BTE AKBAR, TANG WENG YEE, JEMIMAH TAN YING JUN, SITI LIANA BTE HASHIM, LIN KAILI, ARYSSA NGOH HUI YI, LIM WAN YEE, LAU SHU WEI, ROSNANI BTE SAID, CAROLYN QUEK SUE WEN, SITI NADIAH BTE M TOHA, LEE WEN LIN, NURNADIA BTE ABDOLAH, AUDREY CHONG JIA WEN, NUR FADILLAH BTE FAUZAN, CHEE YUAN LENG, ISABEL HO SHU CHUN, MRS SASIDARAN, MA YING, KERINA TAN SHI YUN, JOSCELIN CHEW JIA LI, NURUL EZZA BTE JAMALUDIN, SARINAH BTE SABARI

ROW 1: SIM YONG MING, ANBALAHAN S/O MUTHUSAMY, TAUFIQ B SANUSI, GOH-ANG SOR PUI, EDDY NORISMAN B ISMAIL, RITA YAP SIU LI, CHAN EUNICE GRACE, JASVINDAR S. SINGH, IVAN WU BIWEI, LOW AIJIAO, CHITHRA VENKATRAMAN (VICE-PRINCIPAL), NICK CHAN CHOON LOONG (PRINCIPAL), ADAM B AHMAD (VICE-PRINCIPAL), WRIGHT YI NA, VANESSA LOO MIN YAN, TAY LIYAN, LOH MEW CHEW, LOW YI EN, EUGENIA GUO-LIM WEE PING, WILLIAM CHAN YING CHUNG, LINDA MARIE D/O GUNALAN, AMBIKAI VEERAMURUGAN, HENRY NG CHEONG YORK, PAUL THAM CHUN KIT

Our Caring Educators

M essage from the Parent Support Group Chairman

It is yet another enriching year where the Parent Support Group (PSG) Executive Committee (Exco) 2017-2018 has continued to strengthen the home-school partnership as well as foster active parent involvement and support across various activities in Northbrooks Secondary (NBrSS).

In 2018, we set up appreciation booths manned by PSG members for students to pen well wishes for their fathers, mothers and teachers in the lead-up to these special occasions. We also organised art and craft sessions in conjunction with the inaugural Brooksian Arts Festival.

Parents also participated actively in the major school events including the annual Cross Country, National Day Celebrations, Food Donation Drive, Dads for Life activities and most importantly, Teachers’ Day Celebrations where the PSG delighted school staff with our personalised bookmarks, chocolate gifts and cupcakes! We even learnt K-Pop aerobics to have fun after our PSG meetings!

I am certain that the new PSG Exco 2019-2020 will continue to deepen the friendships amongst parents through organised activities. I am confident that they will also rally many more parents to make the NBrSS PSG an even bigger success, where there is sharing of knowledge and expertise by parents at learning platforms for both parents and children.

As the evergreen classic ‘Wind Beneath My Wings’ by Bette Midler aptly puts it,

Did you ever know that you’re my hero, And everything I would like to be.

I can fly higher than an eagle, For you are the wind beneath my wings.

Let us strive to be a role model and hero for our children, so that we can be the wind beneath their wings as they soar high like Eagor the Eagle, and be champions of their lives!

Teo Cheak Han PSG Chairman

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Presenting the newly elected members of the school’s 2018 – 2019 PSG Executive Committee: [L-R] Mdm Martha Ng, Mdm Stella Ng, Mdm Vivien Tay, Mr Desmond Soh, Mdm Yasmin, Mdm Norlelawati Bte Ramri, and Mdm Kerine Tan.

e Soh (1G) and his son, Jerom they had t Mr Desmond Soh tha ir wooden box odworking proudly display the wo e Lif for ds Da a g built together durin workshop.

Parents gain insights on how to strengthen their relationships with their children at the ‘Parenting In Tandem With Personality’ workshop held on 27 January.

“This activity gave me an opportunity to bond with my son as we work together to create something we can be proud of.”

– Mr Soh, PSG Chairman (2018 – 2019)

n rdio Fitness sessio joyed a K-Pop Ca en ng ff eti sta me d G an PS ts ch Paren after ea bonding activities on 21 April. Such ether. tog ser clo ts ren bring the pa

[L-R] Mdm Rosinah Bte Abu, ViceChairperson Mdm Sakura Bte Osman, Mdm Marisol Baccay Ignacio and Mr Henry Ng, celebrate the completion of the PSG’s artwork for the library mural.

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M essage from the Alumni Chairman 2018 has been a year of change for the alumni. In November 2017, the Alumni Executive Committee (Exco) was formed, comprising alumni across several years. We firmly believe that to engage our fellow alumni, we need to be equally committed and engaged ourselves. As such, we took this year to build camaraderie, organise ourselves and develop into a team. Through meetings and many hangouts, we learnt more about our different personalities and backgrounds, and how to rely on each other’s strengths.

Our first goal was to welcome alumni back for school events with more frequency, mainly through social media platforms. We are glad that our efforts paid off, and many alumni returned to reconnect with the school, ex-teachers and juniors. The second goal for the year was to bring together alumni and teachers together. This was accomplished during the Homecoming held on 21 July 2018. On behalf of the committee, I would like to thank the alumni who visited the school and engaged with us.

All in all, this year brought many challenges and opportunities for learning, collaboration and team spirit. We look forward to building on this year’s successes and make more progress next year. We welcome any alumni who is interested in being more active in alumni activities!

Speaking as an alumni myself, I really appreciate that the school is putting more emphasis in engaging the ever-growing alumni body. Since the school was founded in 2010, we have already accumulated 15 cohorts of alumni. To my fellow alumni, I encourage you to reconnect with our school, ex-teachers and old friends from our teenage years.

We would especially like to thank Mr Adam, Mr Henry Ng, Mdm Au Lai Fei and Ms Isabel Ho for advising the Exco throughout the year. I would also like to thank the school for supporting the committee in what we do and also the committee members for their dedication and contributions.

Best regards,

Lee Cher Kian Alumni Chairman Class of 2005

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Alumni

Alumni members Ms Gina Loi (Class of 2008), Ms Li Pei Shan (Class of 2008) and Mr Lee Cher Kian (Class of 2005) smile enthusiastically as they take a quick break from painting the mural outside the library. Their efforts show their continued contributions to the school community, years after graduatio n.

drop by for a e Class of 2017 Alumni from th achers’ Day celebration.

Te visit during the

“I felt like I was walking down memory lane as I entered the school. Though we’ve all grown to become working adults, one thing that’s never changed are the memories created in this school which I’m very thankful for.” – Lin Xinhui (Class of 2006)

Alumni of different cohorts gather outside the AVA room and share their experiences in Northbrooks.

Presenting the newly-elected Alumni Executive Committee!

a Alumni Homecoming on 21 July. It was their former teachers our inaugural . again once her anot Alumni from different batches with one both present and past, to interact with rare opportunity for alumni and staff,

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School Management Committee

ROW 1: TAY LIYAN, NICK CHAN CHOON LOONG (PRINCIPAL), SIM YONG MING, PAUL THAM CHUN KIT, TAUFIQ B SANUSI, LOW YI EN, LINDA MARIE D/O GUNALAN, CHAN EUNICE GRACE, ANBALAHAN S/O MUTHUSAMY, ROW 2: WILLIAM CHAN YING CHUNG, AMBIKAI VEERAMURUGAN, JASVINDAR S. SINGH, GOH-ANG SOR PUI, VANESSA LOO MIN YAN, CHITHRA VENKATRAMAN (VICE-PRINCIPAL), LOH MEW CHEW, HENRY NG CHEONG YORK, RAMASAMY VENUGOPAL, IVAN WU BIWEI, RITA YAP SIU LI, EDDY NORISMAN B ISMAIL, EUGENIA GUO-LIM WEE PING, WRIGHT YI NA, LOW AIJIAO, ADAM B AHMAD (VICE-PRINCIPAL)

Executive & Administrative Staff

ROW 1: LOGANATHAN BALASUBARAMANIAM, MELVYN TAN, YEO CHING HUAT, OH GUAT KIM, NIRMALA D/O JAYA KUMAR, NG KWEE ENG, KONG YUET MUN CYNTHIA, POON SOON HONG, LIM LI LI ROW 2: NICK CHAN CHOON LOONG (PRINCIPAL), SIA HOCK TIONG, ARIFIN B MD SUBIR, ADAM B AHMAD (VICE-PRINCIPAL), HAMRAN B MOHD ZAIN, HENG LAI SIA, SHAHRIN B MANSOR, KUNJURAMAN MADAVY NAIR, PHOON HWEE LEE, HANNAH NEO, SITI AISHAH BTE MASOOD, MUHD NOR SYAWAL B AHMAD, HALIMAH BTE JAMIL, POON PEK JAI, CHITHRA VENKATRAMAN (VICE-PRINCIPAL), SAHRIL B YAHYA, MRS SASIDARAN

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Craft & Technology Department

English Language & Literature Department

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Humanities Department

Information & Communications Technology and Media Resource (Library)

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Mathematics Department

Mother Tongue Languages Department

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Physical Education Department

Science Department

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Staff Lea rnin g

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“Being a beginning teacher, I found this session useful as I’ve learnt how to give quality feedback to my students. I will try to apply it in my teaching and marking in time to come.” – Ms Fadillah [1st from right]

Teachers discuss ways to give feedback effectively to improve the take-up rate by students. This conversation was a segment of the School-based Assessment Literacy Workshop to engage teaching staff in unpacking the school’s four-dimensional feedback approach.

Teachers deepen their understanding of Positive Education in the Australian context, as they learn how to build relationships through teambuilding activities. This session on 21 September involved strategies shared by an experienced Australian Experiential Trainer/Consultant, Mark Collard.

Chefs at Work! Teams of Northbrooks staff made original creations during the Creative Culinary Staff Bonding Workshop in June.

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Cheryl Ching (3I)

EAGOR DISCOVERS

THE JOY OF

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Michelle Goh (3I)

Tristan Ho (3I) Azhad Salihin B Azman (3I)

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En glish Lan guage and Literature E n ric h ment

To add a fun and interactive element to their Brooksian News Champion (BNC) presentation, Teki Abhay Das (2G) and Chau Bao Ngoc (2E) quiz Gwendolyn Neo Su Ping (1D) on what they had shared about Terrorism and SG Secure.

The BNC programme provided a platform for students to develop their public speaking skills.

for their various Literature Festival are raring to go Brooksians at the National Schools Set Text Debate, king, Spea al Lower Secondary Chor events. The school sent teams for the and Unseen Debate events.

“Our debate team was made up of wonderful people who made the experience memorable, despite the obstacles we faced.” - Jazmine

Nur Umairah Bte Mohammad Shafiq (2I) reads her poem titled ‘Dear 13 year old self’ to the participants of the ‘Rhythm and Poetry’ workshop, led by local poet Stephanie Dogfoot. This enrichment activity was organised as part of Words Go Round, the outreach programme of the Singapore Writers’ Festival.

[L-R] Mohammad Ayn Sanee (4G), Mehrin Siddiqui (4I), Reolo Jerica Jazmine Yan (4G) review their notes before their inter-school debate on ‘The Road to Memphis’ at the National Schools Literature Festival. All three students participated in the event for two years in a row as a debate team.

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Mr Sanjay s/o Radakrishna, form teacher of 2D, shares his love for reading by being a role model, as he sits down with his students to read during Drop Everything And Read (D.E.A.R.) time.

“Reading has contributed significantly to my overall growth and I hope my form class will reap similar benefits.” – Mr Sanjay

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Mr Gary Sim and Mrs Carolyn Leong brief the Secondary One cohort before screening the movie, ‘A Wrinkle in Time’ on Print-to Screen Movie Day. Each level watched a different movie that was related to one of the recommended novels that they had purchased as part of the Reading Programme.

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Vermen Chua Zhen Yu (3E) mulls over how to craft a feature article during the Straits Times Journalism workshop conducted at Singapore Press Holdings. This was a cluster event that saw Brooksians collaborating with students from other schools.

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Brooksian Character Day & EL and Literature Festival

Secondary Three students play Heads-up Charades using iPads, with Eryyan Shah Khan (3E) being the first participant to guess the word that he is holding based on his classmates’ actions.

“I enjoyed the meet-the-author session as it helped me to understand the book better, and I even got the author’s autograph! - Nicholas Junus (3G)

Marcelo Kurt Sebastian Vasquez [L] and Belden Tan Liat Hong (2E) pose proudly in their costumes for BCD. “I chose to wear this because I liked the movie ‘Top Gun’. I admire the lead, Maverick, for his bravery and appetite for risks, which earned him his place in the top fighter jet school in the U.S.A.,” said Marcelo Kurt Sebastian Vasquez (2E).

Students watch video recordings from Secondary Two Express and Normal Academic Literature drama projects, and then vote for their favourite video. Pothu Tejas (2G) is featured on the screen as ‘Boon’ from Jean Tay’s play, ‘Boom’.

Nicholas Junus (3G) holds the book ‘Timothy and the Phubbers’ that he had just purchased from the author, Ken Kwek, during the meet-the-author session.

Staff and students pose for a group shot in all their fine costumes, including Eagor, who arrived dressed as a superhero with its own brand.

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Craft & Tec hnolo gy E

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“It is a good learning experience for us city teenagers as we do not have a chance to experience farming, especially in Singapore.” – Abigail

Abigail Ang (3G) appears deep in concentration as she sorts out the different types of seeds at Citizen Farm during the Food and Nutrition (F&N) Learning Journey.

At an ice-cream making workshop, [L-R] Toh Yu En, Anugerah Saputera B Zainuddin and Muhammad Solehan B Sanif (2D) peruse a recipe carefully. As the process requires some precision, students used the thermometer to maintain the temperature of water bath.

The Secondary Three F&N students listen to Mr Walter, the owner of Citizen Farm, as he explains the process of growing and harvesting kale. Zenneth Tay (3I) [L] shares, “I was very intrigued by how Mr Walter was able to convert a small space to produce a large harvest.”

Anugerah [R] pours the final mixture into the ice-cream making machine.

Following the workshop, the students applied their new skills by participating in the Inter-School Ice-Cream Making Competition, organised by Nanyang Polytechnic and Swensen’s.

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A Learning Journey to an art exhibition is an integral part of the Secondary Three Art curriculum. It exposes our students to international and local artists, and deepens their appreciation and understanding of the visual arts.

This year, the students visited the 2018 President’s Young Talents exhibition This stained glass work entitled ‘The Progressing Singapore’ is at the Singapore Art Museum @ 8Q. done by Qistina Nur Allisya (4T), Husna Bte Rohaizad (4I), Lim En Ki Clarissa (3E) and Lai Wen Fei (3G) under the mentorship of Art teacher Mr Tang Kin Hua. It was awarded a Certificate of Recognition at the Singapore Youth Festival (SYF), and one of the 400 pieces selected for the SYF Art Exhibition. “Seeing them enjoy the process of stained glass making and creating a remarkable piece of art is a joy,” said Mr Tang.

“I did not think that my artwork would end up in the exhibition but I am very glad to share it with everyone.” - Hamdan

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Art students from 3D, [L-R] Valerie Tan Yun Qian, Muhammad Hamdan B Ahmat Johan and Pang Wee Siang, proudly hold up their artworks that were selected to be part of SOARTS, the school’s annual art exhibition.

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After viewing and analysing the artists’ works, Jaden Tan En (3T) and Pang Wee Siang (3D) create their own artworks inspired by the works they saw. Wee Siang forms the lips of his favourite character, Venom. He said, “I chose this distinct feature of my favourite character as a representation of my own personality.”

Ng Yong Ning and Yeo Ya Shi Samira (3G) add in their brushstrokes to the wall mural. Reflecting on her experience, Samira said, “Painting our school library wall gives me an opportunity to design my school and strengthens my sense of belonging.”

The Library Wall Mural is a school-wide project (from July 2017 to March 2018) to redesign the exterior walls of the library based on the theme of “Reading leads to Discovery”. The final completed wall mural is a collaborative effort of students, staff and its homeschool-community partners.

A team of Design and Technology students won 1st prize for their lamp shade design, created during the Building Design Skills Workshop held at Nanyang Polytechnic.

tul Latiffa Bte Zaidi (3G), Lim [L-R] Tan Soon Yee Amy (3G), A’liya and Ngow Yeong Wei Qi (3G) Xi Zhi Leo Xing Yuan (3I), Anthea ing the Future Together’.

‘Mak titled (3G) present their final artwork

“I am looking forward to the next workshop already.” – Sean

The winning lamp shade design, which used Changi Airport as an inspiration for their design.

[L-R] Mr Albert Lim (Director, School of Design, Nanyang Polytechnic), Mr Lim Chee Tiong, ‘Asri B Rohaizad (3E), Hairi B Hazmi (3E), R Kayalveli (3I), Nur Syaura Qistina Bte Yahya (3E), Tong Kai Wen Sarah (3E) and Sean Teng (3I) [not in picture].

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Our Humanities teachers bring the learning of Social Studies to life for 3G students at the Parliament House. “This visit has allowed me to better appreciate the functions of Parliament, and the governance structure of Singapore,” remarked Tan Bao Lin (3G) [back row, 6th from left].

G, Michelle leone Aldrich d Joson [L-R] Pilapil Al Sean Teng an for their y Goh Xinrong, na (3I) get read ney. ur Isaiah Aleck Vi e Learning Jo us Ho t en Parliam

Participants of the NUS Geography Challenge are deep in thought as they craft a group response for the preliminary round. Despite a gruelling individual round prior to this, Brooksian geographers persevered and ultimately emerged as one of the top 50 teams.

“We found the individual round very challenging, but we just focussed on the task at hand. I am glad we stayed optimistic throughout, and it paid off!” declared Chudchon Patrakulpiched (4G).

All smiles from Team Northbrooks, comprising [L-R] Chudchon Patrakulpiched (4G), Rachel Chiang (4F), Duangporn Sirikulwattananon (Baitong) (4I) and Eleazar Zyrille Magundayao (4T), just before the NUS Geography Challenge Geo-Trail.

The team raced against 50 other teams to complete tasks at stations across the island.

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“The competition made me see how Geography is an important part of our daily lives; it is more than just about the weather and landforms.” - Baitong

ts tens to accoun ohd Azri (2T) lis nial Singapore.

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ndary One students analyse the With the support of technology, Seco lusions as part of their investigation data they collected and form conc world around us extends beyond the t abou ning Lear on water quality. ! room the four walls of the class

Martin Tang Hao Zheng (2E) examines an exhibit intently as he ponders how Singapore managed to develop immediately after independence. Investigating the stories of our forefathers at the National Museum helps to develop concerned and rooted citizens.

Secondary One students examine the relationship between human activities and their impact on water quality as part of their Geographical Investigation (GI) during their Level Camp. Such authentic learning experiences aim to nurture Brooksians to become confident and active contributors to society.

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Mother Ton g ue Lan guages Enric h ment

[L-R] Liyana Nazurah Bte Mohamed Hari (2I), Amirul Rifqi B Maszudean (2I), Indah Salsabila Murad (2G) and Nur Sufina Bte Safie (2G) [not in picture] participated in the Zoombara Competition organised by NTU/NIE Malay Language and Cultural society (Perbayu). After going through an Amazing Race to broaden their knowledge of the Malay Language, they emerged as champions.

Student guides Lim Yan Shan (2T) and Alexis Thia (2G) catch the attention of Secondary One students with their demonstration of the water filtration system. The students learnt about the function of the rain garden and bioretention swales as natural features that keep our waters clean at this station during the Water Learning Programme.

“This was so exciting! We got to use our Malay Language in a different setting.” - Syed Izz-Amani (1G) [L] During the Water Learning Programme, Secondary One Express and Normal Academic students learnt about the history of Lower Seletar Reservoir and the importance of water in our life.

Students visiting from Nanya Middle School in China listen attentively to student guides Koh Yue Yao (2E) and Li Yizhou (2I) before carrying out water testing, as one of the Water Learning Programme activities. They gained deeper insights into water source management in Singapore through the programme.

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[L-R] Keziah Lee Hui Yi (2G), Koh Yue Yao (2E) and Lim Yan Shan (2T) show their work to the instructor during a workshop for the National Create Your Own Newspaper competition organised by Singapore Press Holdings. Together with Lim Zi Xin (2G) and Liang Yee Tian (2E) [not in picture], the team was awarded the Merit Award in this competiton.

Students from Secondary One to Three honed their public speaking skills at a Pidato (Public Speaking) workshop organised by Gambas Malay Activities Executive Committee on 14th July.

“Through this competition, I became a more confident speaker.”

– Natasha

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[L-R] Yeo Ya Shi Samira, Tan Bao Lin, Ng Yong Ning (3G), Lim Xing Yuan (3I) and Ngow Yeong Wei Qi (3G) [not in picture] won 3rd prize in the National Create Your Own Newspaper competition. Students spent many days working hard on their projects. They even went to Pulau Ubin to interview the locals there for their article about the offshore island.

Mr Amrin la [centre] with cretary, Natasha Delai ry Se ta en m rlia Pa Ministry Amin, Senior me Affairs & Ministry of Ho graced the Pidato ho of Health, w part of Bulan Bahasa as Regional Competition at Woodlands 2018 held Library.

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Firoz (3I), Siti Rahmah Bte [L-R] Nur Adriana Bte Mohamad Perwira TJ (3I) and Azhad Putra Edric iel Dany Hamran (3G), completed ketupat during their up hold Salihin B Azman (3I) e. ramm Prog the Mother Tongue Fortnight

Lee Teng En [L] and Seth Neo Qi Han (3G) have fun painting their traditional lanterns.

Secondary Two students deepen their appreciation of Chinese tea culture as they listen to an explanation of how to make good Chinese tea during their Learning Journey to Tea Chapter.

“It is quite interesting as it is my first time making a lantern. I have learnt that the lantern symbolises the wish for a bright future.” - Seth

, a joy nasi ambeng r 2D students en their Mothe g rin du h dis lay traditional Ma ary. camp held in Febru Tongue Fortnight

Fortnight Programme 1D girls show off their handmade mooncakes. The Mother Tongue languages through Tongue Mother their te apprecia to ities provided students with opportun various hands-on activities.

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Science Enric hment

Ye Zhixuan eijian (1E) and Stanley Sio W ing used us by upcycling picture (1E) practise tic tis ar create an bottle caps to of Eagor.

ce week, Abdul set up during scien At the recess booth lim (3T) demonstrates how a leakl Sa Raheem s/o Abdu said, “I volunteered to be a student He proof bag works. onal.” is fun and educati helper because it

“I learnt many new things through the experiments such as scientific values while bonding with my like-minded friends.” – Mikhail

The facilitator at the S.E.A. Aquarium shares with the Secondary Two students the importance of not eating shark fins, in order to prevent them from becoming extinct.

The Silver Award winners of the 17th Elementz Science Competition (Lower Secondary), [L-R] Suraj Sundaresan, Ahmad Mikhail Rauff, Naufal Ezmal B Rosly and Hanson Low Ming Hin (1G) proudly present their poster at the project exhibition on 25 July.

Excited students get a feel of marine life such as the starfish and sea cucumbers at the touch pool.

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(4F), nce Competition [L-R] Chen Ke Participants in the C.B. Paul Scie (4G) and Chudchon run Tian Yin (4I), ong) (Bait n Sirikulwattananon Duangpor obtained Patrakulpiched (4G).

Wei Rongtian (4G) ntion in Me in ce le fican rab signi its nou and Ho nce an s of Math and Scie “The experience widened my view al and the Singapore Mathematical and Tianrun attained a bronze med my daily life,” said Baitong (4I). She Olympiad (SMO). a silver medal respectively.

Certificate of G) receives a Yin Tianrun (4 tion at the SMO. en Honourable M

“I enjoyed learning about things outside the syllabus during SMO training sessions and I learnt more about the uses of Mathematics in real life.” - Rongtian

Teams of Brooksians from different classes worked to solve problems together at the Ngee Ann Polytechnic Maths Challenge. Eventually, their efforts paid off with Ng Hong Yew Glenn (4T) [2nd row, 2nd from left] proudly carrying the team’s prize. “The escape room was memorable,” said Glenn. “Overall, it was fun, challenging, and a good way to spend time with friends and get to know new people.”

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Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathema tics, Science (T.E.A.M.S.) Day

A group of student helpers from 3G teach 2E students how to perform blood-typing in the activity ‘Forensic Science’, where the students put on the hats of crim e scene investigators to determine the blood group of a pers on.

Zeng Huadi and Keziah Lee Hui Yi (2I) work on the ‘Perfect Square Superhero activity’ using only red, blue, yellow, black and white paint.

“Students learn how Mathematics concepts relate to Art, for example ratio and coordinate geometry,” said Ms Joscelin Chew, one of the teachers in charge of the activity.

“Students were engaged in an active learning process as the activity provided a hands-on approach to see how different Physics principles work together.” – Mr Kenneth Yong

ong Mr Paik Poh Le of Tiong [L] and ciples in pr sic Mr Lim Chee ba e students th odels explain to 1T e to make m ercad softwar allows students nk Ti e th g in us are g. “The softw turn out as a 3D for 3D printin s would ea id eir th w to see ho Mr Lim. product,” said In this activity, 2D students work on coming up with a contraption called the Rube Goldberg Machine, to ring a bell through a series of chain reactions.

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Applied Learning Progra mme (ALP): Aerospace

Mr Foo Weng Choy, an ALP teacher, guides Anselm Nair (2G) on how to fly a drone using first person perspective.

[L-R] Cerwyn Lee Chua, Tan Jian, Edmund and Li Jiaxin (5G) visit the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) Airshow in February. Not only did they have a chance to watch the biennial airshow, they also interacted with the pilots and learnt about what it takes to be an outstanding pilot in Singapore.

“Staying focused, maintaining the balance of the plane and aiming to achieve a stable and constant flight are critical to a smooth manoeuvring of the drone. Having the discipline to train regularly helps our students master the required skillset.” - Mr Foo Azhad Salihin B Azman (3G) [L] teaches Alexis Thia (2G) about the components of the plane. Active peer mentorship is a key aspect of the ALP that helps to develop the students’ leadership skills.

Ms Brigid Tait, an aviation teacher at Morley Senior High, answers questions posed by [L-R] Siti Rahmah Bte Hamran (3G), Siti Nurzaina Bte Razali (3T) and R Kayalveli (3I) about her school’s programmes.

The session was part of the Aerospace Overseas Learning Journey to Perth.

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Alexis Thia (2G) [L] and Joson Isaia h Aleck Vina (3I) from the Youth Flying Club teac h the N6 Cluster teachers how to fly the dron es. Through the teaching of others, students show case their deep understanding of drone flying and aviation concepts.

R Kayalveli (3I) tries out a motion flight

simulator at Morley Senior High.

“The flight simulator gives students a unique opportunity to be in the shoes of real pilots and have a taste of how flying is done in real life.” – Mr Annamalai Kumar, ALP teacher school students to pilot a plane Pothu Tejas (2G) teaches primary they prepare to pit their skills as are softw lation Simu t using Fligh ols. This was part of the scho ary prim Zone h against other Nort h engaged Primary Five whic e, leng Northbrooks Aerospace Chal ated activities. e-rel spac and Six students in hands-on aero

A guide at the Perth Aviation Heritage Museum gives our students insight into the rich history of flight in Australia. Through the experience, students got to better appreciate the growth of the aviation industry in the recent years.

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Norma l Tec hnica l (NT) Pro gra mme

Students are all smiles while learning about the job of a school cleaner and serving the school at the same time.

This class’ Values in Action (VIA) project allowed them to put into practice one of the school values, Empathy.

“Now, we better understand the contributions of our cleaner aunties and uncles, and we have a clean learning environment.”

- Judith Rishalini Devarajan (2D) [L]

Muhammad Taufiq Ray yan B Abdul Ghani (1D ) gives a thumbs up during the Gratitu de Card making sessio n. The activity provided the students an opportunity to show the ir appreciation to their teachers for the ir guidance. The NT Pro gramme aims to inculcate self-discip line through acts of gra titude.

Muhammad Na’im B Selemat [L] and Muhammad Farid Irfan B Anuar help to carry the food from the kitchen to the designated areas. 4D students brought their VIA project out of school to Darul Mukmur Mosque where they helped to prepare for Iftar during the Ramadan period. “We learnt to be appreciative for whatever we have,” mentioned the two students.

Shannon Ang Zuan Nin possible on s che (4D) resear to her occupations related Lifelong the at interests feature key A te. titu Ins g Learnin Career e, mm gra pro of the NT students Guidance prepares the Learning for lifelong learning. cational edu s iou var to ys Journe oration lab col and institutes rs have with numerous partne to know helped the students t work ren cur the ut abo more nt. environme

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Anugerah Saputera B Zainuddin (2D) leads by example by showing his classmates that even though most students avoid the task of cleaning the toilet bowl, it can still be done with a little fortitude. “After we watched our teachers clean the toilets, we felt we can do it too. It feels good too to see our efforts pay off when the toilet bowls become clean and shiny,” he said.

1D students learn the dragon boat ing techniques together with their form teacher, Mr Toh Chin Hwe e [R], during the Term 3 NT Camp.The students went to Kalla ng Water Sports Centre for the activity.

“It was a good opportunity to get to know more about my students in a different environment.” – Mr Toh Chin Hwee

Shajahan mad Ammar B Ahmad, Muham inister Ng Chee Meng B il zk Hi ziq ad Ha ith M neys, [L-R] Muhamm wat B Sainal (3D) pose w Learning Jour Az een. Besides age. gr ro ck Vi pa ith and Shamirul w ce t an ork attachmen part of the career guid ply ap d an during their w se ents are also are given a chance to choo work attachm ts en ud st ree NT rest.

Secondary Th ties of their inte ent opportuni for the attachm

Ms Jane Lee and Ms Sarinah Bte Sabari, form teachers of 3D and 4D respectively, join in the activity with their students. Spirits were high among the teachers and students as they enjoyed the cool weather and “splashing” fun activity.

Muhammad Haziq B Ahmad (3D) co shares about gre nfidently en efforts in Singa pore with DPM Teo Chee Hean. This even t, Earth Day 2018, was part of Muhammad Haziq work attachment ’s 3-day and it gave him and fellow Brooksians an op portunity to learn more about green efforts in ele ctronic waste ma nagement.

After the dragon boating activity, participants are ready for their lunch at the Singapore Sports Hub. As the leaders of the camp, the 4NT seniors demonstrate their servant leadership by serving the food to their juniors.

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Gan Yu Ting [L] and Siti Nur Fatrisah Bte Mohd F (4D) present about Singapore to their Vietnamese counterparts at a secondary school in Hanoi. As preparation for the Vietnam trip, students had to research on both Vietnam and Singapore.

“It is exciting to see Brooksians in outfits other than their school uniform. More importantly, the celebration allows us to better appreciate the diversity and harmony that developed through the immense efforts of our forefathers, and understand that it is our responsibility to maintain and build upon it.” - Mr Sim Yong Ming (HOD/NT) [L] Lee Zheng Feng [centre] and Seow Ming Seng [2nd from right] share a boat for their ride down a river in Hanoi. The boat ride through the caves gave the students an experience of the culture and life in the countryside.

As a culmination of their learning in Northbrooks, Secondary Four NT students went on an Overseas Cross Cultural Immersion Trip to Vietnam in June. The trip aimed to provide them a global perspective and for them to appreciate what they have in life and the possible applications of their knowledge in a real world context.

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After a long day of hard work in the kitchen, [L-R] Putri Nur ‘Aqilah Bte Ismadi (4D), Amira Balqis Bte Sabri (4D) and Muhammad Ilhan Ezra (4E) are excited to display the ‘food of their labour’. They were waiting in anticipatio n for the other students to sample their cooking.

visit a production set at Mediacorp.

A group of Secondary Four students left] shared that she was thankful from [1st (4D) non Ang Zuan Nin Shan see what a production set looks to e rienc expe for this once-in-a-lifetime like in real life.

“I learnt that self-discipline and self-restraint are important when learning this sport.” – Tang Yew Cho (4D) [5th from left]

In preparation for a competition, students modify their Tamiya cars to increase the speed and stability. Some of them even went the extra mile to buy better batteries to improve the performance of their cars.

A group of students show deep respect for their Muay Thai teachers who guided them during one of the segments in the Sports and Fitness EM.

Su Chi Huen Lennon (4T) focuses on fixing his car during the Automotive EM. Students had an opportunity to learn all about cars through the fixing of Tamiya cars. Using tools such as Autocad, students had the hands-on experience of designing, building and testing their cars.

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A dvance d E lective Mo dules (A E Ms)

rmal Academic Three Express and No A group of Secondary ir first session the at rn erness to lea students, show their eag s particular Thi e. siness Now” modul of the “Start Your Bu ire enterprise ent the ugh thro ts AEM coached studen business and ght them fundamental creation process and tau . ses ts and proces entrepreneurship concep

[L-R] Bellamy Tan Hong Xiang (3T), Al Afza Hafifah Bte Zainal (3T), A’Liyatul Latiffa Bte Zaidi (3G) and Lim Zhi Xian (3T) manage their pushcart store. After the students brainstormed on business ideas, they operated their pushcart store on the last day of their course.

Students from 3E [L-R] Lai Xin Yi, Nur Syaura Qistina Bte Yahya, Nur Ezra Qistina Bte Rosli and Bryan Lim Jun Hao discuss their business proposal, as part of their AEM titled “Start Your Business Now”. The main objective of these modules is to widen students’ knowledge of the various career paths they can take in future.

“The AEMs provided an opportunity for us to have a taste of polytechnic studies and informed us of the various courses offered.” - Huda

Nurul Huda Bte Mohd H (3T) [centre] leads the discussion in the AEM “Sports Psychology: The Winning Edge”. This AEM taught students how to apply strategies and techniques from sports psychology to their studies and personal lives to cope with stress, and improve their mental resilience and self-confidence.

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(3G) [L] shares Amirul Mikhail Wijaya the AEM with from his takeaways . “The AEM ers his group memb m for me to tfor pla a ed vid pro has from different tes ma ool sch know my rked towards wo we as classes better four days,” se the a common goal in . irul Am ed ark rem

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create a ts work together and . These Secondary One studen hop rks wo ma part of the Dra meaningful scene as the spot through a on k thin to lity abi ir students displayed the rcises. series of basic drama exe

practice the Capoeira workshop, putting to Students ‘battle’ it out at the end of ramme. It was Prog nt hme Enric Arts day twowhat they have learnt during the ents as s offered to Secondary One stud one of the performing arts workshop ent. part of arts exposure and engagem

“It’s also a test of my artistic skills to come up with something that is acceptable.”

– Mohammad Haisan B Anand (2T) [R]

Sculpting a model from clay take s patience and resilience as these Secondary Two students who signed up for the 3D Sculpting work shop realised.

For the first time, the Secondary Two students came together to put up an exhibition at the end of the two-day programme. It was an opportunity for them to showcase their masterpieces to their peers, and to appreciate one another’s works.

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Cro ss Country

3G students, Castillo Justine Cuaresma [7108 tag] and Jue Jue May Warr [7114 tag] lead the race with a good start. After a wellfought race, they eventually emerged 1st and 2nd respectively.

With their record timings, their class was awarded the Fastest Class Award for the Secondary Three Girls’ category.

The Secondary Two girls are all set and excited about their race. The 3.7 km race required students to race 2.2 km across natural trail terrain before completing the final 1.5 km of road running. After 3 months of longdistance training during Physical Education lessons in schools, students competed against each other as they strove to better their 2017 timings.

At our inaugural Alumni Race 2018, ex-students had a taste of the MacRitchie Reservoir terrain. The race was won by Abdul Ra’uf B Hamran (Class of 2016) [centre] who dedicated his win to the teachers and staff who made his Northbrooks experience memorable and meaningful.

“I am thankful that my placing has contributed to my class’ success in the team category. Teamwork makes the dream work!” - Edwin

d the Edwin Huang Jingkai (3E) complete a timing Secondary Three Boys’ race with With of 14 minutes and 28 seconds.

2nd ed rank was he ce, rman this perfo class’ individually and contributed to his victory in the Fastest Class Award.

Ng Kah Wee [2E] is trailed by Brandon Law Yong Rui (2D) and Christomos Simanjuntak (2D) as they navigate through the undulating terrain. This exacting route challenged students to display grit and resilience as they overcame their mental and physical barriers.

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Before setting off on their cycling route, 1T students listen intently to their instructor as he demonstrates various cycling techniques and safety measures they must take.

1I students attempt to maintain their balance while standing on their kayaks. As part of their level camp, they were exposed to basic kayaking techniques.

“The experience was great as I had not done any farming before.” – Javier

Javier Chua Hao Jun (1D) [centre] and his classmates put what they have learnt about farming techniques into practice by working on the land at Ground-Up Initiative Wow Kampung.

B Azman (1G) Ammar Salihin ter from a manwa collects a pail of ter testing, as part made lake for wa al Investigation hic rap og Ge of his ung, located mp Ka w project at Wo in Yishun.

1I, 1T and 1D students and teachers pose for a photo as they mark the end of a fruitful 2-day, 1-night stay at the Ground-Up Initiative Wow Kampung.

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Second a ry Two Level Ca mp

Students from 2I literally bond over a series of icebreaker games at the start of the level camp.

“I had so much fun throughout the camp and got to know my friends better.” - Allysha Qistina Bte Najif (2I)

In a display of teamwork and coordination, [L-R] Sheikh Faiz Ibni Mohamed, Abdul Rashid B Rahmad and Ong Ziwen (2T), work with their teammates to ensure that their plastic cup structure – held together by strings - does not topple over.

With the support and encouragement from her classmates from 2E, Aleisha Fazira Bte Alauddin [centre] tries cycling for the first time.

Students from 2G che er enthusiastically wh ile waiting to perform at the camp fire, which was held on the of the camp. The eve nt brought the entire Sec last night ondary Two cohort together for an evening of games and performances.

Students from 2D listen intently to their instructors as they prepare to undertake the next task in their kayaking course.

Over a span of two days, these students learnt how to paddle, capsize and evacuate safely from a kayak, as well as rescuing techniques, in order to attain a 1-star kayaking certificate.

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Oh Kai Jie Kovan [L] and Carlos Lim Beng Jun (3I) do their part to keep the waters of the Marina Reservoir clean . Together with their cohort mate s, these students took part in the ‘Kayak and Klean’ programme, which enabled them to learn about the importance of keep ing Singapore’s waterways clean.

ss a water refully acro ca t. s ad tre (3I) Farm Resor R Kayalveli se at the Koref Eco in other d ge ur ga co en le obstac to ents also r stay, stud anting and sweet pota During thei e pl ric as ch activities su harvesting.

“I enjoyed the camp immensely as it gave me the opportunity to challenge myself and complete tasks I never knew I could do.” – Kayalveli

[L-R] Matthew Chua Wei Wen, Edwin Huang Jingkai, Tang Jia Ying and Nur Syaura Qistina Bte Yahya (3E) get ready to cook up a storm as they prepare the ingredients needed for their outdoor cooking activity. “Outdoor cooking was an eye-opening experience as we had to use charcoal to cook our food,” enthused Nur Syaura.

The Secondary Three level teachers are all ready to start the day at the Koref Eco Farm Resort. “The level camp is an excellent platform to bond with my students and fellow colleagues. It has been a great pleasure working with a committed group of teachers to ensure a successful level camp,” said Ms Chee Yuan Leng [foreground, centre].

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Second a ry Four & Five Ca reer Da y

ions conducted Students attended breakout sess (Class of 2007), Tan Alvin Mr s. by former Brooksian beverage (F & B) gave a talk about the food and s to start and trade and explained what it take stry. indu the in succeed

Ms Fanny Ng, a marine surveyor with the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore, explains to students the career opportunities in store for them in the maritime industry. She is one of the industrial partners who spoke to the graduating cohort about the various education pathways and job choices that await them in the working world.

“The Learning Journey to LLI was meaningful as I learned many tips on how to spruce up my resume and portfolio.” - Gallen Tay (4T) [last row, centre]

s of 2015) Ahmad Zaidi (Clas life to an Ahmad Irfan B e lleg on junior co sheds some light out session. e at another break nc die au e tiv en att r College, nio Ju a ov Inn of A recent graduate nces studying in a junior perie he shared his ex pect if they students could ex college and what school. ary nd co se er aft ay chose that pathw sharing as it Mr Ahmad Irfan’s “I really enjoyed l advice to ca cti he had very pra was candid and trakulpiched Pa n ho uc Ch id sa share with us,” (4G).

Secondary Four Normal students pose for a group photo after attending a talk entitled ‘Career Awareness in the 21st Century’ at the Lifelong Learning Institute (LLI).

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Student Leaders’ Inv iture est

The Student Leaders’ Investiture commences with the emcees, Nuh B Muhammad (4F) and Mehrin Siddiqui (4I), announcing the theme of the ceremony, ‘To Lead is to Serve’, which reflects the shared aspiration for all student leaders to lead through service.

after being conferred Class leaders walk down the stage a good role model be to strive will I “I es. badg with their irah Bte Nurhadi Basy Aina Nur ised for my peers,” prom (1G), [3rd from right].

A bittersweet moment as the outgoing executive committee members hand over and clip on the tie pin for the incoming executive committee. The act of handing over the pins symbolises the handing over of the roles and responsibilities to the incoming members.

out his ssionately ab , shares pa eness and funds ng To y m re of ker, Mr Je raise awar ised a total Everest to Guest spea Mr Tong ra imbing Mt. m cl n. ea tio at dr da pt to un m s atte r Fo sian ren’s Cance rted all Brook eams, and to for the Child e foundation. He exho dr r ei th ion of th $13,000 for nfidently in the direct propel them forward. co can at th ng hi big and go et ilure as som embrace fa

“I am proud to have been voted as the President, and I will do my best to serve the school and bring the Student Council to greater heights!” – Huda

The outgoing executive committee takes their leave after the Handover Ceremony. “My leadership journey has not been easy, but it has been satisfying as I know I achieved personal growth throughout these four years, and I am grateful to have been given this opportunity. I wish the incoming executive committee all the best!” said Estela Astrid Shanya Almendras, outgoing President.

Incoming President, Nurul Huda Bte Mohd H (3T), leads her executive committee members down the stage after the handing over ceremony, heralding the start of a new era.

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Student Leadership Pro gra m mes

ing of Ha Fa Shan Having successfully reached the clear ers are elated. lead ent stud the , climb ous after an ardu up by singing s spirit their kept they Along the way up, nt. They were eme urag enco of songs and saying words n needed. whe e tanc assis er rend to k quic also

“To me, leadership is about service.

Only from the willingness to serve, a leader is able to identify problems and propose solutions to improve the situation.” - Azhad, Vice-President

[L-R] Azhad Salihin B Azman (3I), Rachel Chua Jia Yi, Alyn Yazmin Bte Aszrul (3T) and Sin Zhe Yun (3E) engage in an activity at the Urban Renewal Exploration Centre. During the visit, student leaders reflected on the importance of getting support from the community that they are serving.

cheekily with an A group of student leaders pose and Exhibition ion vent Con Kong g Hon the g alon exhibit ent leaders stud the her, weat hot the Centre. Despite make the to ed rmin dete were remained upbeat and trip a meaningful and enjoyable one.

[L-R] Nurul Huda Bte Mohd H (3T), Nur Adrianna Bte Mohamad Firoz (3I) and Castillo Justine Cuaresma (3G) pose with a street vendor from Ladies Market as part of a challenge to put their persuasion skills to the test. The student leaders were tasked to navigate through the busy streets of Hong Kong and negotiate with sellers to agree on a price for the items they have to purchase. “We were able to apply the strategies for persuasion, which is a skill required of a Servant Leader,” Justine said excitedly.

Alyn Yazmin Bte Aszrul (3T) shares a glimpse of life in Singapore wi th at South Tuen Mu a group of student leaders n Government Se “We are excited condary. to local food such as share about some of our nasi lemak and the chili crab!” exclaim famous ed picture], one of the Chong Sherlynn (3I) [not in presenters.

Team Pinnacle is all ready for the Student Leaders’ Overseas Cultural Exchange to Hong Kong. “We believe that this trip will add value to their leadership journey and these leaders will gain a global perspective,” said Ms Kerina Tan [L], one of the accompanying teachers.

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[L-R] Emre Adam B Rayyan Dani al Ovinis (1E), Eeshaa (1I), Nur Syaura Qistina Bte Yahya (3E) and Muhammed Zamree B Zain alabidin (2D) play a game as part of the night activ ity.

During the Council Camp held in November, the councillors gather before they embark on a high elements programme, consisting of an obstacle course and a bungee jump segment. Effy Syazwani Binte Effendy (2E) commented, “I learnt to trust my teammates as we could not hold on to the ropes and could only rely on holding onto our partners.”

“During this game, we had to work as a team to obtain our opponents’ flag without losing our own. It was fun, yet challenging. My team defined our roles clearly and I had the opportunity to guard our team flag from the opponents.” – Emre

During their kayaking expedition, the councillors displayed teamwork by constantly encouraging and cheering one another on. At the end of the activity, Chong Sherlynn (3I) said, “I really enjoyed the kayaking expedition. We are all tired, but we now are more united as one Council!”

[L-R] Gan Zi Xiang (3I and Azhad Salihin B Azman (3I) maintain their focus during the high elements course in Sentosa, as part of their Outdoor Education. Zi Xiang said, “The high elements challenge taught me to overcome my fears and to learn to work together with my team.

With resilience and teamwork, my group managed to complete the obstacle!”

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Chin a Twinn in g Pro gra mme - In co min g

two Nanya Middle School Lim Xin Hui (3T) [centre] guides session on 3rd August glass ed stain the g students durin e. The Nanya students ramm prog as part of the exchange back for their parents. bring prepared some souvenirs to tive and very passionate crea are a Nany from ents stud “The about learning,” shared Xin Hui.

Brooksians visited Gardens by the Bay together with their buddies.

“I really appreciated the opportunity to accompany my buddy and introduce him to the beautiful Flower Dome and Cloud Forest,” shared Shin Thant Te Aung (2G) [back row, 3rd from right].

“It was an interesting hosting experience. I hope my buddy enjoyed the food in Singapore and also understands Singapore better.

I am looking forward to visiting her in Changsha soon.” - Nur Afrini

Students and teachers from both twinning schools pose for a group picture at the end of the farewell ceremony for the students from Nanya. “I can’t wait to meet my buddy in Changsha in November,” said Desmond See Zi Yang (2E) [last row, 4th from right].

Nur Afrini Bte Mohammad Sani (1G) [R] and her family with her hosting buddy [centre] at a coffeeshop. Afrini wanted her buddy to experience the breakfast culture in Singapore.

The Nanya students are all set for the Rock Climbing Programme in Northbrooks. “The students kept trying and were also willing to overcome the challenges even though it was a first time experience for many of them,” shared Ms Loh Mew Chew (Subject Head/ Chinese Language).

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Chin a Twinnin g Pro gra m

Muhammad Aiman Solihin B Muhammad Hairi (1G) proudly presents his master piece, a transliteration of his name in Chinese, during the I calligraphy class. “It is my first time trying Chinese calligraphy and he me,” given have teachers the that name Chinese am using the gushed.

me - Outgoin g

inese dragon d at the traditional Ch Students try their han to show how pe sha rt hea a form dance. “We decided to the dragon activity. We appreciate much we enjoyed this know it is we e aus ter now bec dance performance bet vements with our mo our ate rdin coo not easy to lift it and n Han (1G) [centre]. friends,” shared Yeo We

[L-R] Desmond See Zi Yang (2E), Nor Syahin B Zahari (2I), Anastasia Anand @ Sivaani An Xuan (1I) and Alexis Thia (2G) teach a class of 40 Primary Four students the pronunciation of simple rhyming words.

Northbrooks’ team showcases Singapore’s unique multi-racial society through a costume parade for the Nanya Middle School audience. The parade concluded with the recitation of the Singapore pledge to show a strong national identity.

Students and teachers pose for a picture in front of the mammoth statue of Mao Zedong on Orange Isle. On 25 October, 20 students, led by Mr Adam, together with Mr Ivan Wu, Ms Loh Mew Chew, Mdm Ma Ying and Ms Lim Wan Yee headed to Changsha, Hunan to visit our partner school, Nanya Middle School.

“The students were really passionate about learning and put their hearts and souls into pronouncing every word with energy and excitement.” – Desmond

Nur Afrini Bte Mohammad Sani (1G) is guided by her buddy from Nanya Middle School during the flower arrangement lesson. “It was an interesting experience creating our own floral arrangement and learning how to style the greenery,” she exclaimed.

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Learning for Life Progra mme (LLP): Outdoor Education

er-18 Boys category, representing Presenting participants in the Und [2nd from left], Edwin Huang (3T) g Team Singapore, Ong Jun Xian in B Azman (3I) [2nd from right] Jingkai (3E) [centre] and Azhad Salih Vietnam. Edwin emerged as and ysia Mala from ors with competit Malaysia, Taiwan and Hong from ors petit com Champion, beating paid off! I’m very happy to has work Kong. He exclaimed, “My hard and coaches.” hers teac have joined and trained under my

Brooksian athletes, Castillo Justine Cuaresma (3G) and Yam Rachael (2E) arrive at the finishing checkpoint in the Malaysia-Asia Orienteering Championships. This is an international World Ranking Event in which orienteering athletes from around the world participate in. Justine and Rachael were 2 of the 12 Brooksians selected to represent the school.

[L-R] Nadim B Junari (4T), Muhamm ad Abdul Hafiz B Abdul A (4T), Estela Astrid Shan ya Almendras (4I) and Tan Pei Yu (4F) emerged as Cham pions in both the Mixed and Boys categories.

“I am very proud of the teamwork we displayed during the race to overcome the various obstacles.” – Pei Yu

[L-R] Nadim B Junari (4T), Muhammad Abdul Hafiz B Abdul A (4T) and Estela Astrid Shanya Almendras (4I) take part in the Greendale Adventure Race 2018, with Nadim and Astrid leading the team. the igates her way around al Yam Rachael (2E) nav Nation the ing dur pus cam Singapore Polytechnic to grapple hools) 2018. She had Orienteering Race (Sc stairs, a mix of and pes slo of ain terr with a challenging dscapes. both trail and urban lan

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and Azhad Salihin B Azman (3I) [L] as Edwin Huang Jingkai (3E) emerged Boys’ Champions in the ‘B’ Division and Category. They displayed grit enge chall the g pletin com resilience in in the against 60 teams, and clocking fastest time.

Polintan Seanlee Quiogue (3E) crosses the barricades during the Singapore National Games Adventure Race. Participants had to navigate various challenges including open water swimming, tower climbing and beach running during this race.

“The toughest part of the race was running on sand during the last leg, which was energy-sapping! We’re glad to have come in first place!” – Seanlee Northbrooks boys team comprising Polintan Seanlee Quiogue, Edwin Huang Jingkai (3E) and Abdul Raheem S/o Abdul Salim (3T) emerged Champions in the Singapore National Games Adventure Race Boys Category.

The third edition of the National Orienteering Championships organised by Northbrooks saw the highest turnout of 335 participants from junior colleges, primary and secondary schools. This national scale event was supported by the PE department and student leaders who did a fantastic job!

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Special Pull-Out and Reintegration Progra mme (SOaR)

their names as a SOaR participants attempt to write a feat would Such gs. strin and er team, using a mark munication. com and work team not be possible without d out as the leaders of “Tan Guan and Reshee really stoo ,” said Mr Low Yi En the group who supported the team ). arge (SOaR teacher-in-ch

Students work together to carry Ng Hao Cheng (2G) through the obstacle without touching the strings during the SOaR Camp. Through such activities, participants learn the value of teamwork and mutual trust in an authentic and engaging manner.

“I learnt about the different types of coffee and finally did some coffee art on my own. I hope that there will be more activities like this for us.” - Gabriel

Lacsina (3D) riel Victor Gacilan Gab ith pride and w t ar coffee lony Coffee shows off his Co h s from Dutc cip glee. Barista rti ants the owed the pa Company sh ffee art during the Food co intricacies of ney.

Learning Jour and Beverage

[L-R] Ryou Chong Ren Jie (2D), Muhammad Danish Aqid Bin Azman (2E), Tan Guan (2D), Gacilan Gabriel Victor Lacsina (3D) and Bismi Nur Muhammad B Abdul Manaf (2D) are waiting eagerly to climb the rock wall. With grit, resilience and encouragement, all the boys completed the rock wall challenge even though a couple of them were hesitant to attempt it initially.

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Ng Hao Cheng (2G) shares his reflections after the team-building activities during the SOaR Pre-camp. Such sharing sessions offer opportunities for students to develop selfconfidence.

Cha mpions’ Lodge (After Sc hool E

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Mr Nick Chan looks on as his opponent, Suraj Selvan Panneer Selvan (3E), attempts a highly technical shot.

A game of pool is a popular way for students and staff members to relax after school at Champions’ Lodge.

“During the workshop, I learned the science behind terrariums and I especially enjoyed the opportunity to create my own terrarium. It was also wonderful to take some time off from homework to participate in such an interesting activity with my friends.” – Chau Bao Ngoc (Betty) (2E)

A typical sight in the Champions’ Lodge after school hours, where students from different levels and streams interact with each other through a variety of activities.

Participants of the student-led Terrarium workshop pose proudly with their individuallycustomised terrariums. The workshop was planned and executed by the student leaders of the ASE programme.

Lee Xuan Yu Alicia (3E), student leader of the After School Engagement (ASE) programme, conducts the Terrarium workshop for fellow Brooksians. “I was initially very concerned about having to teach my peers. However, the experience really helped to develop my self-confidence,” shared Alicia after the activity.

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Brooksian A rts Festival & Brooksian Talent Quest

It was ‘mission accomplished’ as teachers and students complete d their handicrafts during ‘The Art of Flower-Making’ workshop, whic h was conducted by the Parent Support Group. The workshop taught parti cipants how to transform simple, every day items such as plastic bags into art pieces.

q (2G) Nur Umairah Bte Mohammad Shafi Brooksian was crowned the winner of the first concluded Talent Quest 2018, an event that Festival.

Arts ksian Broo ural inaug ek the 2-we with her Umairah thrilled the audience e popular rendition of ‘What About Us’ mad

by Pink.

“I am impressed that our school continues to have a pool of good talents. It is heart-warming to see them on stage.” - Dewi, now a student at Republic Polytechnic

s of 2017), was Former student, Dewi Sandra (Clas were invited to give among the panel of judges who ents’ performances feedback and comments on the stud 6 April. on held st Que t Talen at the Brooksian

Anselm Nair [L] and Shin Thant Te Aung (2G) paint on a Sphero, a robotic ball controlled by a smart phone, in order to create an art piece. According to Shin, “We had to control the ball to make it move across the art paper. It was quite difficult but fun!”

Environmental Art Club to know With Recycling’ booth set up by the Curious onlookers stop by the ‘Fun the few booths that engaged of one was It art. ing recyclables into more about recycling and transform ss time. many interested students during rece

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Centrestage: The Fir Act st

Together with their instructor, Ms Lim Choo Li [L], the Guzheng Ensemble members mesmerise the audience with a captivating performance entitled ‘Zapin La Luna’. It was a musical piece presented specially for the Centrestage: The First Act at the Theatre, The Republic Cultural Centre, Republic Polytechnic on 2 November.

hes of light finishing touc (1G) puts the the Modern da ith na w ra ce G an ac ah Pinl for her perform es ar Arianne Hann ep pr e r face, as sh makeup on he backstage rs be em m e nc Da

Drama Club students Alyssa Bte Syed Al-Aminur Shah (3E) and Danish Mirza B Hisham (3T) portray the dramatic tension between the mother and son in their performance of the play titled ‘Boom’, by local writer, Jean Tay.

Republic Rhapsody, an a cappella group from Republic Polytechnic, captivates the audience with their rendition of songs. The group has remained Champions in the A Capella Championship (College Category) since 2010.

“When I was approached to perform for Centrestage, I accepted it almost immediately. I wanted to prove to myself and those around me that I can also play the piano well.” – Sean

Sean Teng (3I), a self-taught pianist, captivates the audience with his rendition of JJ Lin’s ‘不为谁而做的歌’ or ‘Twilight’.

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Ch a racter and Citizenship Educati on

“I will defend and serve the nation because I love Singapore.” - Seth

Neo Qi Han Seth Nicodemus (3G) shares his views on the roles and responsibilities of a citizen with the rest of the Secondary Three cohort.

ents in a discussion on what it Mr Eng Sze Shean leads 3D stud ean. apor means to be a Sing

Student Council Mr Nick Chan presents Mohd H with Bte da Hu rul President, Nu emony, the cer the to her NRIC. Prior dents engaged Secondary Three stu cussions about in small group dis re facilitated by we ich wh citizenship, teachers.

2I students eagerly receive recyclable materials from a generous resident. on their isyah Bte Abdul Razak (5G) are Tan Jun Jie, Gerald [L] and Qura g Recyclatron, a durin t poin ction colle the at les way to deposit their recyclab ct. whole-school values-in-action proje

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Students from 3I interact with some elderly residents of the SASCO Senior Citizens’ Home. They were teaching these senior citizens how to use basic mobile phone apps to enhance communication and quality of life.

“I feel honoured that I am able to assist the elderly and impart some drawing skills to them.” – Janice

on with an s in a conversati vina (3G) engage me during Eld Ho , ng Ru i rsi Me Nu an ion ss Kw Sree Narayana Mi tform for m pla fro a nt as ide d res rve y se elderl ion. This session ss students se rt’ 3G ea r.

-H tte To a ‘Heartresidents be get to know the o-hour service tw ir the g rin the students to du s such as Bingo also played game the home. at ion ss se ng learni

Together with their classmates from 3E, [foreground, L-R] Lai Xin Yi and Janice Low Jia Xuan help elderly residents at the All Saints Home to draw and colour art pieces.

2D students and their teachers are all smiles after collecting recyclables from residents in Yishun. “It is great to be putting in effort together to create a positive impact on the community,” said Mr Foo Weng Choy, one of the form teachers [2nd row, 1st from right].

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Chinese New Yea r Celebrat i on

Brooksians cheer in excitement as their very own class lions emerge from the back of the hall, performing creative lion dance moves while making their way to the stage. Each class created a ‘lion’ out of recycled items as they vied for the honour of ‘best lion’ in their level.

Mr sentatives, Ms Sumithra Nair [L] and Together with some student repre ese New Year songs Chin out g beltin in ol scho the Gary Sim [centre] lead during the concert.

Lion Dance Brooksians enjoy an energetic festivities the of part was h whic performance, ration. for this year’s Chinese New Year celeb

“I was fumbling with the lyrics and singing off-key but the students were very encouraging and we had fun singing along!” - Ms Sumi

Secondary One students lead the school in singing crowd favourites “恭喜恭喜” and “贺新年”. For several weeks before the event, the students practised and rehearsed for their performance during music lessons.

A dog mascot dressed up as the God of Fortune hands out sweets to Brooksians, as a way of wishing them good luck for the new year ahead.

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Tota l Defence D a y

Retired Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) veteran, Lieutenant Colonel Mr Desmond Ee shares with Brooksians his personal experiences of living through significant historical events in his military career.

“I’m proud to be a Singaporean.” – Mr Ivan Wu [back row, 3rd from left]

ir uniforms staff donned the event, Brooksian the te ora em . ce To comm tal Defen various roles in To representing their

Personnel from the SAF Veterans’ League present our Principal, Mr Nick Chan, with a book by the Veterans’ League.

Parade commander, Mr Toh Chin Hwee, executes a salute after bringing the school’s attention to the national flag. Moments earlier, staff members shared how each of them contribute to Total Defence.

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H a ri Ra y a Concert

Chua Yi Ting Rynelissa Bte Ryhan and Amber for this year’s (1T) take on the roles of emcees joining the Hari Raya Concert despite only r. earlie ths mon few a ol scho

The ‘Good Boys, Root Boys’, comprising [L-R] Muhammad Izati B Mohamed Fadil, Muhamad Hafizh Shah, Irsahdul Anam B Ahmad and Ahmad Sirhan B Ahmad Zaidi(4E), perform for the first time during the Hari Raya Concert, entertaining the crowd with a few Hari Raya songs as well as a song that they had composed. The band ended the concert on a high note.

“I felt so nervous, but I am glad that I managed to overcome my fear. This opportunity also got me to be closer to my friends of a different race as I had to borrow a baju kurung from one of them.” - Amber

Zahrul Izan and [L-R] Nurin Nasyira Bte Yusoff (3T), hd Mo Seri Syamila Bte other students, l era sev h wit er eth tog ce that they had performed a Malay dan d. choreographe

Nur Anjelina Bte Mohd Azri (2T), Elyse Emyra Bte Mohamed Rayhan (2T) and Muhammad Ariff B Mohammed (2E) as well as their friends, K Thayalan (2E) and Liang Yee Tian (2E) [both not pictured] had a blast acting on stage during the concert. They shared about the significance of Hari Raya with the school through their presentation. Thayalan said, “Through this dramatization, I am able to better understand why Hari Raya is celebrated. I am glad that I was able to learn about a different culture.”

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Jackson Yeo Yong He (3I) attempts to name some traditional types of kuih that are served during Hari Raya, during the quiz segment. This activity gave students the opportunity to learn more about Malay culture.

Racia l Ha rmony D a y

The outstanding performers receive applause at the end of the Racial Harmony Day concert. A great amount of effort was put in by the team to prepare for the concert.

“I enjoyed wearing a costume from another ethnic group. Racial Harmony Day is important as it reminds us that we are lucky to live in harmony in a multi-racial society that accepts each other’s culture and differences.” - Princess Celine

Clad in ethnic attire, [L-R] Mr Ivan Wu, Ms Linda Marie, Mdm Nuraida and Mr Taufiq are all smiles, ready to celebrate Racial Harmony Day. “It does n’t matter what our individual race or culture is; we stan d as one Singapore,” said Mr Ivan Wu Biwei (Head of Depa rtment/Humanities).

3G students and their form teachers showcase their vibrant costumes.

Maranan Sabado [front row, 3rd from left]

Azhad Salihin B Azman (3I) and Lee Rui Sheng, John (3G), were the eloquent emcees for the Racial Harmony Day concert.

Staff and students dressed in ethnic attire for the day come together for an exciting group shot to commemorate Racial Harmony Day! Students and staff were highly encouraged to borrow ethnic costumes from their friends so as to build their understanding of the different cultures.

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Nati on a l Da y

Juan Diego Baccay Ignacio, Ong Seanne Patrick Marinas and Ng Yu Yang, Darius (2G) proudly showcase the national icon their class created for the competition segment.

an Shah Khan, Danish Mirza B Clad in red and white attire, [L-R] Eryy l Huda (3T) are all smiles.

Nuru and i Salim Hisham, Nursyahirah Bte Uniformed Groups carry the Representatives from the various y for their march-in parade. read national flag and school flag, all the school’s National Day of start the ed mark y mon This cere celebrations.

“The class spent a lot of time working on the design of the icon, using recycled and repurposed materials that we had. It was a great way to bond together as a class.”

– Ms Lee Wen Lin, form teacher of 3G

In a spontaneous show of national pride, Brooksians sing National Day songs with gusto in the community-singing.

3G students pose with a model of a national icon, together with the school leaders and members of the School Advisory Committee.

The class won the top prize for the Secondary Three level.

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Sports, Talent, A Rts (S

TA R) Ca rniva l

Jeffrey Tay Chee Chiang (2T) attempts to attack by rolling the ball past the opposing team’s post. During the carnival, students got a taste of goalball, a team sport designed for the visually impaired, as they were required to wear opaque eyeshades.

Students from 3T flash wide grins after winning the Frisbee inter-class competition.

“My team worked hard for this competition, and I am glad our hard work bore fruits!” – Nurul Huda Bte Mohd H (3T) [3rd from left].

A chirpy Eagor poses for the camera with a dedicated member of the Red Cross Youth. “Eagor and I are on the lookout for anyone who might be injured and stranded somewhere,” shared Siti Maryam Bte Said (3G).

“It was an intense game but we gave our all and put our best foot forward in the game.” – Mohamed Aniq Syazani B Nor M (4F) [1st from right]

A heart-stopping game of volleyball concludes as Mr Sanjay s/o Radakrishna blows the final whistle.

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n o i t a r b e l e C y a Teac hers’ D

their gift of appreciation The Parent Support Group presents thankful for the PSG’s am “I . staff all and ers lead ol to the scho feel appreciated with hers teac us ing time and effort in mak ed chocolate roses,” rapp lly-w the cupcakes and the individua Yee. Wan Lim Ms imed excla

A group of dancers jazz up the Teachers Day concert with their strong energy and sharp movements. “It is my last chance to perform and show my appreciation towards my teachers,” said Mara Anja Gabrielle M Guinto (5G) [2nd from left].

“I truly appreciate the time the teachers in Northbrooks have spent caring for us. Northbrooks is truly a place I can call home.” - Zoe Wee, alumna from the class of 2017 [2nd row, 2nd from left]

Our newly-crowned Wonder Woman, Mrs Eunice Goh, flashes the camera her ever-present toothy grin as she receives the certificate from the President of the Student Council, Nurul Huda Bte Mohd H (3T).

Alumni from various years return to their alma mater on this special day, living up to the school motto of ‘Soaring yet Rooted’.

Brooksian Champion Teachers rene w their commitment and dedicatio n to the teaching service through a pledge led by Mr Sim Yong Ming. “I feel inspi red after witnessing the teachers taking the pledge with such passion,” shared Azhad Salihin B Azman (3I).

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Sc hool Tour @ N ort ooks hbr

Student leaders welcome and register the visitors for the school tour at the foyer.

They also explain the tour route and the publicity materials prepared specially for them.

“The visitors were very energetic and openminded. I definitely had fun bringing them around the school!” – Lim Xing Yuan (3I) [last row,1st from left] Visitors pose with their tour guides, the student leaders, at the Champions’ Lodge, where they had a chance to try out some of the games. The student leaders tirelessly regaled the visitors with their rich Brooksian experiences while moving from one venue to the next. The visitors also had an opportunity to see the school gym and the dance studio.

At the school rock wall, the visitors listen attentively as the student leaders share how all Brooksians are given a chance to learn to climb the rock wall as part of the school’s Outdoor Education (OE) programme. OE is the school’s Learning for Life Programme.

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Muhammad Na’im B Selamat (4D) Javier Chua (1D)

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Muhammad Aqil Firdaus B Abdullah (1E) tries his hand at an activity organised by the Floorball club, which helps students to experience what it would be like to be part of the CCA.

“I’m glad that I was able to find out some of their concerns about the CCA and share my experiences.”

Shermaine Ong Yunxuan (4T) converses with a parent about her experience in Concert Band.

- Shermaine Ong Yunxuan (4T)

(3D) assists Hadi Zulfadhli Maulvi Danesh B Mohamed Isham aration for his climb. prep in ess Hasim (1D) with his harn CCA in the school, new a Outdoor Adventure Club (ODAC), rtunity to try scaling oppo an ents stud One y ndar gave Seco Day. “I see the Sec. One the rock wall during CCA Display ng for their turn to climb. waiti nt eme students smiling with excit sh.

That makes me happy,” said Dane

Red Cross Youth memb ers [L-R] Nur Amira Bte Mohamed Ismail (4T), Nur Faizah Bte Shariff (4F ) and Siti Maryam Bte Sai d (3G) demonstrate their skills for the Second ary One students. “Being aid and disaster manag equipped with first ement knowledge thro ugh my CCA is great as I am able to lend a hel ping hand in times of em ergency,” said Staff Sergeant Faizah.

Members of Modern Dance perform for the Secondary One students. “It’s difficult to get males to join us. However, after CCA Display Day ended, quite a number of boys wanted to join our CCA!” said Chong Sherlynn (3I) [centre].

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Tan Bao Lin (3G) facilitates a team-bonding activity for the students from Nanya Middle School. “I am happy to see that our friends from Changsha enjoyed themselves. Though our words are sometimes lost in translation, smiles are universal,” shared Bao Lin.

Secondary Two student councillors pose at the iconic Lorong Halus bridge, one of the checkpoints for the Secondary Two Student Council expedition. “Despite the erratic weather and long hours, the students’ perseverance and positivity came through and they ended the expedition on a high note,” reflected Mr Timothy Chong [front left], who organised the expedition.

A group of Secondary Two councillors raise awareness of environmental conservation through the poster they created as part of the Holy Innocents’ High School Student Leaders’ Conference. The team persuaded members of the public to pledge to reduce their use of plastic.

President of the Student Council, Nurul Huda (3T), leads the newly selected probation councillors through a team-bonding activity as part of the Tie Ceremony. “I feel excited to learn more about being a leader and to serve the school,” exclaimed Jerome Soh (1G).

After hiking for about 10 km from Northbrooks Secondary towards Punggol Timor Island, the councillors cycled for another 12 km past Lorong Halus to finish the expedition.

“Not knowing how to ride a bike well myself, the task ahead felt daunting. However, thanks to my tandem bike partner, Tejas, who kept comforting and encouraging me, we managed to complete the expedition with all smiles!” – Liyana Nazurah (2I) 76

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ang Jingkai (3E) play the alveli (3I) and Edwin Hu Kay R ), (1D i at the Gambas We Xue [L-R] Andy Tan saxophone respectively or saxophone and alto ing as a team form per of ty cul diffi baritone saxophone, ten and er ir best foot Despite the rainy weath the al. put rniv Ca and y e Da al itud fort tion Na dents showed great stu the , ons diti con h under suc forward.

When the entire Band practises together, everyone tries their best in their respective roles to make sure everything goes smoothly. Lee Yi Xuan (2I) [L] and Huang Yangmile (1G) hold up their parts well despite being a small French Horn section.

“The rhythms can be really tricky sometimes.” – Julian

aman (1G) looks Hilman Hadi B Wahiduzz (1D) practises ian Jul i, on as Ang Jia We re drum. the rhythms on the sna

[L-R] Al Afza Hafifah Bte Zainal (3T), who plays the tuba, looks at the scores of the clarinet section with interest while Siti Nurzaina Bte Razali (3T), Alexander Tjandra (3I) and Chua Jia Yi, Rachel (3T) work hard during sectional practice on their pieces.

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Dra ma Club

isya [R] assists Nur Alicia Atr Victoria Tan Si Qi (1D) oming upc an for nt pai e fac g Bte Adam (1T) in applyin is also not just about acting. It production. “Drama is kstage work that bac and n atio par pre about all the iting!” is just as fun and exc comes with it – which said Victoria.

Drama instructor Mr Hafidz Rahman [L] always introduces new and fun methods to develop characters and storylines. Every training session is an exciting mystery as students warm up with games and activities to develop their acting skills and build a strong rapport with one another.

“From the event I learnt the importance of teamwork. Although the competition seemed overwhelmingly difficult, we still managed to pull through.” - Chua Pei Fen (3E) [R] ers, Amirul One of the main perform , also helps (2I) an ude szr Ma B i Rifq op. “Working out with the backdr kes the job ma m tea together in a easier!” he said.

ce for Day is a chan CCA Display e as tiv ea cr t ge s to act the Dramalite d an up dress the students acters! It ar ch ite ur vo as their fa them portunity for is also an op her’s ot ch ea e se to show and side! fun “crazier” and Members clinched 3rd place for their piece titled, ‘Beating Diabetes’. For the first time, Dramalites participated in Destination Imagination, competing with other schools around Singapore. Students carried out research, script-writing, prop-making, staging and months of rehearsals to prepare for the competition.

Participants also competed in “instant challenges”, where they overcame obstacles that were only revealed on the day itself.

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Guzheng members are waiting to perform for the Gambas Chinese New Year Dinner. “I was initially very anxious, but as I started to perform, I began to enjoy myself!” said Sarah Tong (3E) [R] after the performance.

“I’m glad that I was given a chance to teach her and felt a sense of accomplishment after she was able to play a part of the song.” – Janice y s a Secondar an (3E) teache Xu Jia y. w Da Lo Janice A Display ng during CC play the Guzhe

to One student

Koo Jia Qi (4G) [L] and Low Jia Xuan (3E) mainta in a calm and serene composure as they put up a mesm erizing performance together with other members of the Guzheng Ensemble dur ing Speech and Prize-g iving Day.

Guzheng Ensemble members put up a performance to welcome the Secondary One students and their parents during CCA Display Day. “It was a good experience because I could play the songs I learnt during my practice sessions,” said Jia Qi [1st row, 2nd from left).

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Mo dern Dance

work.

Behind the glitz and glamour on stage is intense preparation and hard ing, condition body training, physical s comprise session A typical training technique enforcement and choreography mastery.

with local dance The Modern Dance Club pose of Singapore’s one io, Stud professionals from EVDance ing journey exposed learn The es. pani com e danc ing lead stry, and they had the dancers to the local dance indu dance genres, Urban new two opportunity to learn Groove and Dance Hall.

“At every session, I observe dance members display grit and resilience together with a growth mindset as they strive to achieve their fullest potential as a dancer.” - Ms Salihah Bte Jalil, Modern Dance teacher-in-charge

Nine dancers represent Northbrooks Dance Explosion at the World Supremacy Battlegrounds (WSB) competition on 8 September at *SCAPE The Ground Theatre. In this dance competition, the dance members showcased their skills, creativity, talent and artistry as hip hop street dancers. “With all the hard work that we have put in, we have stepped out of our comfort zone. Without the team spirit, we wouldn’t be able to come this far,” said Siti Ulfa Bte Safiyee (3G), Vice President of Modern Dance.

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ent Northbrooks e members repres at HDB Hub 30 Modern Danc st gu Au ce on 18 at a performan dern Dance’s pressed by Mo l (SYF) 2017, va Auditorium. Im sti gapore Youth Fe performance in Sin ers to showcase their talents. nc HDB invited the da

Environ menta l A rt Club

[L-R] Toh Wen Yi Sherlynn, Sharon Tan Si Ling, and Charlene Yang Yi Ting (3D) present the maze game that they created using recycled materials.

i Qi ), Ngow Yeong We g (1D), Eeshaa (1I N6 Pin an Su at o p Ne ho lyn [L-R] Gwendo to conduct a works ing recycled Xian (3G) prepare i us Zh t po Lim nt d pla an ) a (3G make felt eting, on how to ycled materials. “I Cluster Board Me compost and rec ging ste ura wa co d en foo s s, wa e ttle plastic bo the audienc nting at first, but Eeshaa. a bit nervous prese while, I no longer felt scared,” said a er aft so , rm wa d an

“I felt great watching the residents’ faces light up with joy as they played our games.” – Zhi Xian

Zhi Xian (3G), Jolanda [L-R] Mr Nick Chan, Lim eive a cash cheque for Cheng Jiaying (3I) rec ld e. The club won the Go ast bW Sem from $3000 ard offered by Aw d Fun en Gre Go Award of the ’s presenting the school SembWaste through am Dre a g atin cre also efforts in going green and petition.

School model for the com

[L-R] Yong Ting Feng (4T), Fanny Sim (4F), Husna Bte Rohaizad (4I) and Lim Zhi Xian (3G) entertain the residents from the Yishun Floral estate during the Family Day Carnival. Their carnival game booths, made of recycled materials, proved to be a hit with both the young and the elderly.

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Aud i o Vis ua l A ids (AVA) Club

Mr Kesavan instructs students on the difference in the various microphones in the control room and the sound quality each of them produce.

“Regular training sessions are essential, so that students are able to troubleshoot when there is a malfunction in any part of the AVA system.” – Mr Kesavan.

Nur (3D) [centre] works with Muhammad Haziq Hizkil min Bte Alias [R] Yas rni Mu and [L] ie Elyani Bte Edd learn ipment. Peers regularly in the setting up of equ skills. and dge wle kno ir the re from each other and sha

An AVA club member learns how to operate the sound mixer effectively. The sound mixer is an integral part of the AVA system, which supports the smooth running of daily school assembly and other school events.

AVA members learn about the microphone stand and how it functions, while Chairman of AVA club, Chudchon Patrakulpiched (4G) [R], monitors the performance of junior members closely and provides constructive feedback.

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In focomm C lub

Ding Zhao Yang (2E) [R] pairs up with the club’s new member, Jovan Lim Chun Wei (2T) [L] to capture important moments of school events. Peer mentoring allows the students to guide and learn from each other so that they can improve on their skills.

), Goh Jun Kiat (4G), n (4E), Lim Wen Da (4G Rya , Yew Jun n Yue ] [L-R Rahman (4T) [not shown ) and Dahliana Bte Abdul Digital Media Awards.

Kevin Koshy Philips (3G ool Sch the Merit Award for in picture] clinched the

“I am proud that the students put in the effort and time to edit the video to the best of their ability,” – Mr Alex Tok

Seth Neo (3G) [L], Chairman of the club, teaches Sarah Aaralyn Tan (2G) how to use the editing software on his laptop. Sarah then went on to lead a small group of students to complete a mini project.

The Infocomm Club conducted a workshop for all CCA leaders in 2018. Under the guidance of Saw Hong Qiing (1G) [2nd from right] and Htat Aung Lwin (3I) [R], the CCA leaders from Red Cross Youth learnt how to record videos with the iPad and use the iMovie App to edit their projects.

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P hoto graphy Club

On 9 April, members of Photography Club ventured to Gardens by the Bay to apply what they have learnt during practice sessions, and capture the beauty of the place on camera.

Welfare IC, provides a model Ng Yong Ning (3G), the club’s the perfect shot of one of the ure demonstration on how to capt ber looks on in awe. mem r junio her while lay, disp on plants

“The Learning Journey provided a good opportunity for the newer members to develop their craft in a reallife setting.” – Yong Ning

[L-R] Toh Xin Ying (4F), Ahmad Mikhail Rauff (1G), Lavonne Wee Liying (1T), Charlene Goh (1T) try out a group activity of light painting photography during a training session.

Vice-Chairman Phua Zhi Wei (3D) steadies his hand, intent on getting a perfect close-up shot of the plant. He commented, “A lack of focus may make the difference between a good photograph and an average one. Practice makes perfect!”

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Izsahqira Bte Ismail (2T) [L] inspects the photo which she has just captured with her grou p of friends.

“Our training sessions allow all members to work together, and this helps bring us closer to one another,” she said.

Youth Flyin g Club ( C) YF

ion for the Aerochallenge Competition YFC students sharpen their drone flying skills as part of their preparat best to fly his quadcopter through the his tries left] nd, [foregrou (2I) Lennard Ren Tan Artiaga July.

13 on as the champions in this competition. post. With rigorous training and practice, his team eventually emerged

“The strong wind is blowing my quadcopter drone aside. I must yaw to the left to counter it.” – Lennard

haizad (3E) on d (2I) consults Asri B Ro Artiaga Tan Ren Lennar ore Amazing Flying gap Sin the for e par his glider design to pre collaboratively in in March. Working Machine Competition ne designs that pla t bes the h e up wit teams, the students cam sible time and pos t rtes to fly in the sho would enable the planes lly. sfu ces suc ns sio mis s also complete the variou

Chai You Min Nicholas (1G) [L] and Yap Shane Eu (1D) are busy prepar their model planes for ing the National Airfix Aerona utical Model Engineerin Competition. g

Naufal Ezmal B Rosly (1G) [L] and Daryl Ng Hong Jun (1I) write the programme codes to fly their drone autonomously during one of their CCA sessions.

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Badminton

the Badminton Annual BBQ Badminton players socialise during own Brooks Garden. Such our at held ion sess ing cum Bond dships in a more relaxed frien forge to rs activities help playe atmosphere.

Chong Kai Jie (1T) umpires a badminton match with focus and concentration as every point is crucial in deciding the winner of the match.

“Being an umpire means you have to be focused at all times. This is because you need to look out for faults by players and make split second decisions which might affect the outcome of the match.” - Kai Jie (2G) joins the Whillianne Claire Aviles Raneses inton technique coach in demonstrating a badm the stroke is as her teammates observe how performed.

Presenting the Badminton Executive Committee: [L-R] Anderson (3E), Syafiq B Iskandar (3I), Joseph Evangeline Beulah (3G), Dishita Amish Gaglani (3G).

“We work hard to ensure that every training session is a meaningful and fruitful one. We also encourage and motivate our team to persevere and give their best for each shot that is delivered in court,” said Syafiq, the Captain of Badminton Team.

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Tang Jia Ying (3E) ensures that she is completely focused and ready to deliver the next shot to her opponent during the National Scho ol Games.

Basketba ll

The ‘B’ Division girls gather around the coach for a briefing before the start of their match at the Bask etball Association of Singapore.

They listen intently to where their strat egic positions will be against their competitors.

a ) demonstrates how Liang Yee Tian (2E hoop. the into wn thro be basketball should

“It is crucial to use the correct basketball skills to improve one’s accuracy and further hone our skills in the sport.” – Yee Tian

Basketball girls huddle together as they attempt to fit as many girls as possible onto the raised platform.

They displayed teamwork in this exercise as they lent a helping hand to one another during the Combined Sports Camp at MOE Changi Coast Outdoor Adventure Learning Centre.

, Jesse Chaleff [L-R]: Kwan Kavan (4I) en Nah (4F) Baldevarona (4T), Camd (4I) pose for ruz D’C go Die l brie Ga and North Zone ir the r afte h rap a photog Basketball n isio Div Basketball “B” l Association game at the Basketbal Singapore.

session, which takes place every ) during a combined practice CCA The Basketball Team (Boys & Girls een the two teams. betw s bond ger d sessions forge stron Wednesday. These regular combine

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Floorba ll

‘B’ Division floorball Mr Nick Chan encourages the leave for the semithey re befo boys to give their best es’ ‘B’ Division Gam ol final match of the National Scho tually emerged even team The ion. petit Com Floorball fourth in the competition.

The ‘C’ Division boys listen intently as coach Muhammad Syazni provides feedback on how to improve their game play for the rest of the match.

‘‘Supporters give the team the motivation to perform better as we do not want to let them down.

My father, who comes to support me frequently at matches, also gives me feedback after each game. His presence also boosts my confidence.” - Mohamed Ryan Qusyairy B Nor M (3E), incoming ‘B’ Division Team Captain

[L-R] Nor Syahin B Zahari (2I) and Rio Ang (1E) work together with goalkeeper Aqmal Zukr y B Zairin (2E) to prevent a player from the opposing team from making a shot at the goal.

Floorballers physically prepare themselves before every match by carrying out a series of warm-up drills. The use of the step ladder helps the boys get used to the fast movements required of them in the match.

Mohamed Aniq Syazani B Nor M (4F) [centre] keeps his eye on the ball as he is being put through his paces by two opponents during a match in the ‘B’ Division Floorball Competition.

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Muhammad Danish (4D) picks the ball and goes by the blind side to evade the defenders. His brave attempt sees him bracing for impact as he bumps off the defenders and advances towards scoring!

7s Schools ete in the Saints . Andrew’s nds ready to comp St sta by m d tea ise n an isio The ‘B’ Div al competition org nu an an t, en Rugby Tournam Secondary School.

“We get to play against many different schools during this tournament. It is a good platform for us to pick up many skills and techniques from the various players for our future use!”

– Haris Nasrullah (4F) [2nd from right]

Lifting weights is part of the boys’ physical training sessions.

Consistent training is the key to success and our boys possess the resilience to see through the rigorous training.

The ‘B’ Division team members are jubilant at their last match in the National Schools Rugby ‘B’ Division Championships. The team played their hearts out and finished with a satisfying win over Junyuan Secondary School.

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Outdoor A dventure Club (OD A C)

Excited members pose at the Hindhede Quarry, where the club went on its first Learning Journey. They ventured to Bukit Timah Nature Reserve where they appreciated nature’s beauty and serenity and got a good trekking experience in the process!

ODACers learn how to prepare land for agriculture. The environmental workshop was conducted by the social enterprise, Ground-Up Initiative, to develop the club members’ appreciation for nature.

“I feel proud to have achieved this and can now climb in external climbing gyms!” - Nur Aina (1G) [first row, 2nd from right]

As the Girls’ Category Relay Cham pions in the National Orienteeri ng Race (Schools), Racheal Yam (2E), Grac e Liew Yeng Yein (1E) and Yu Qima n (1T) stand tall next to Mrs Chithra Venkatram an (Vice-Principal). “I look forward to working harder to improve in my skills,” said Grace, displaying her growth mind set attitude.

d smiles after y proud but tire Members displa ise. For their erc k climbing ex a strenuous roc pore National attained the Singa vel 1! effort, all of them Le ing mb Cli ort Sp Climbing Standards

ODAC teachers and students enjoy their time on the beach after the Singapore National Games Adventure Race 2018.

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The Boys’ Brig ade ( B B)

Joshua Lim (3D) focuss es on the target in his atte mpt at air rifle shooting. Thi s was one of the exc iting activities the boys exp erienced during their annual Adventure Camp.

“The best way to make sense of the knowledge gained from the Geography curriculum is to apply it. – Bernard y Scrabble during s a group of kids to pla Derrick Fong (2I) teache ne to Serve), one ryo Eve g lyin Ral Activities BB Cares (Community CCA’s mission of the h wit ried out in line of the many activities car ve and lead. nurturing BB boys to ser

After hours of practice, Elijah Lim (2T) masters the skill of Stand Up Paddling (SUP), which is an offsh oot of surfing. It was another highlight of this year’s Adventure Cam p.

Joshua Lim (3D) [L] and Joseph Damian Sim (2G) [centre] donate groceries and other daily necessities to one of the needy families in Chang Rai.

(4D) and Seow Ming Seng Bernard Wei (1E) [L] ng Wa us, mn alu BB ely to [centre] listen attentiv the CCA, as he h wit eer unt vol r ula Zichen, a reg ding skills. guides them in map rea

pany ph with the BB’s 1st Chiang Rai Com BB boys gather for a group photogra Of Smiles Land the in time hing enric an had in Thailand. The Brooksian team counterparts there. interacting and learning from their

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) [2nd from right] and Ng Hui Xin (4F Charlotte Ng (4I) [3rd from girls from Orchid GB h wit r Yea w Ne se right] celebrate Chine amboat meal . The girls enjoyed a ste Park Secondary School i session. and took part in a Lo He

GB members try their hand at laser tag at Laser OPS.

“It was a very memorable experience as this was our last CCA session and the seniors came back to join us. Laser tag was tiring but fun. We learnt how to work as a team.” - Lim Zhi Xian (3G) of food that they have GB girls proudly display the spread session in school. ing cook oor prepared during an outd the session because I Lorelle Gan (4D) said, “I enjoyed my own dessert with had the chance to plan and create el.” my friend Rach

GB girls strike a pose after working on their fitness in an exercise session led by Charlotte Ng (4I) [foreground, right] at the school gym.

Too many cooks do not spoil the broth in the case of Ang Zuan Nin Shannon (4D) and RK Jaya Varnikhaa (5G) who worked together as team to successfully cook their soup in a mess tin.

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Ong Jun Xiang (3T) [L] gets a first-hand experience of being part of a security team in a simulation of an urban assault operation. He is joined by two NCC cadets from other secondary schools.

the which is used by of a satellite dish, nt r. fro tou in um se se po ts Mu Junior cade the Air Force pore Air Force, at Republic of Singa

“I learnt how to check the room for enemies and to be aware of blind spots where they may hide. Communication is very important in such an operation, so that we can execute the mission successfully.” – Jun Xiang

Bryan Choo Wei Jie (1E) [R] and Eugene Koh Yong Jun (1G) explore the flight instrument panel during a visit to the Air Force Museum.

Lim Xing Yuan (3I) [ba ckground, R] attempts to give clear instructions to his blin dfolded peers. He wa s taking part in the annual National NC C Camp.

NCC (Air) cadets help to keep the environment clean by taking part in the Clean Singapore Learning Trail at Pasir Ris Beach.

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Natii on a l Poli ce Cadet Corp s (N P CC)

Indeed an Instagram -worthy moment, Mu hammad Akid Salihin B Aziz (1D) pos es wit (3E) and Nur Alicesa Rap h Nur Syaura Qistina Bte Yahya a’at (3T) at their CCA pho during the CCA Displa to booth y Day.

On CCA Display Day, the NPCC group simulates an aspect of NPCC life, field cooking, to entice potential Secondary One recruits to join the CCA.

“The National Camp has given me the opportunity to meet cadets of other uniformed groups and we can also learn specific skills from each other.” - Syaura

Under the watchful eye of Staff Sergeant Ian Lim (4G), a potential Secondary One recruit holds a mock-up of a .38 calibre revolver.

Cadet Leader Nur Syaura Qistina Bte Yahya (3E) demonstrates firstaid to Ms Indranee T. Rajah, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office, and Second Minister for Finance and Education, during the National Camp held on 24 August.

All smiles as the NPCC CCA group poses for the camera.

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ethnic costumes together RCY cadets don their respective during the Kanagawa rts terpa coun nese Japa their with exchange programme The oks. hbro Nort to Chapter visit Japanese culture and the into ht insig an gave our students this eye-opening ugh “Thro lifestyle. Ong Ziwen (2T) said, t the Japanese culture abou more know to got I e, rienc expe and their way of life.”

Goh Wan Rou Vivian (2T) [centre] show s Jiemin Primary School Red Cross members some basic band aging skills. Northbrooks’ RCY cadets visit Jiemin Primary School every year to mentor and guide their Red Cross members in essential First Aid skills.

This initiative has enabled our cade ts to have a positive impact on the community.

“Through this platform, I was able to put the skills I have learnt from my CCA to good use by educating the younger RC members.” – Vivian

the school’s Annual Cross The cadets are all ready to serve at es behind-the-scenes, hero Our . ships pion Country Cham es and emergencies injuri to tend to they worked tirelessly of service is in line act r Thei that occurred during the event. ntal principles of ame fund nt’s eme mov s Cros Red with the ce. servi tary volun humanity and

Cadets pose for a photo to commemorate their time at the CCA’s annual training camp. During the 3-day, 2-night camp, the cadets participated in various team-bonding games, real-life emergency simulations, a heritage trail walk as well as participate in outdoor cooking. They also experienced sleeping under the stars in tents.

During the RCY Week, cadets do their part for charity by selling nuts and dried food items. This activity allowed them to conduct fundraising for a good cause and challenged them to put their communication and entrepreneurial skills to good use.

As a result of their enthusiasm and dedication, Northbrooks’ RCY unit was ranked first in the amount of funds raised among all RCY units in Singapore.

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Prithika Boopalan (1D)

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programme, At the end of the Graduation Day , the new ream ice-c ive rece ents stud graduating n welfare inatio exam and toys edition Eagor plush packs containing stationery.

Graduating students are enthralled by the photo montage videos that captured key highlights of their time in Northbrooks Secondary School.

“Wow, how time flies! They are graduating already. All the best to the Class of 2018!” – Mdm Zuraidah, form teacher of 5G [R]

[L-R] Jesse Chaleff Baldevarona, Danielle Maxine Mabanta Doctor and Eleazar Zyrille Magundayao (4T) dedicate a song to their cohort.

Graduating students sing the school song proudly for the last time.

Class leaders, Chew Wen Wei Adsel [L] and Cheyenne Chia Siu Ting (5G) share their appreciation for their teachers and classmates.

Students from 4T and 4E bond over breakfast, enjoying each other’s company at The Brooks.

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18th Speec h and Prize-givin g Da y

The school’s mascot, Eagor, makes his first official appearance on Speech and Prize-giving Day with our school leaders and distinguished guests.

(4G), Darren Lim Huan Ying Brigade representative ups ys’ gro Bo ed and er form uni and of mm Parade Co mni members composed of various alu ed at recognising aim s wa nt me leads the colours party seg s rch out of the hall. Thi ntity of the as they prepare to ma elop and shape the ide mbers in helping to dev me i mn alu of rts effo the up CCAs. different uniformed gro

“I felt very privileged to be given the opportunity to be the parade commander. The experience was challenging but I managed to put in my best and I was beaming with pride at the end of the event!” - Darren

Muhammad Effie Mirzawyn (4T) and John Lee Rui Sheng (3G) kick off the proc eedings with an exciting drone demonstration unde r the guidance of Mr Foo Weng Choy. The boys were representing the school’s Aerospace programm e and the Youth Flying Club.

Imran Imtiaz Barakathulla (Class of 2017) receives the Brooksian of the Year Award from Mrs Helen Chong, the Guest of Honour, while Mr Alex Ang, the former teacher-in-charge of the Rugby CCA, stands by his side. Imran was recognised for his exemplary academic performance as well as being an outstanding student leader and role model to his peers.

The members of the Modern Dance Club thrill the audience with an electrifying dance routine. Their exuberant performance injected vibrancy and energy to the occasion.

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“In order to achieve a high level of precision and coordination, we had multiple parade rehearsals over a period of 3 weeks. All the hard work and preparation was not in vain as we managed to perform to the best of our abilities!” – Choo Zuo Yin (4E) [centre]

Student representatives from the various uniformed groups display discipline and fortitude during the parade.

Mr Nick Chan presents Mrs Chong, who is also Northbrooks Secondary School’s former principal, with three hand-painted art pieces designed by Anela Yishun Arellano Sanchez (Class of 2017). The art pieces depict three different facades of the school.

rt Band, stays in member of the Conce Deng Xin Yuan (3G), a the audience. for form per band as they sync with the rest of the

Mrs Chong puts in the finishing strokes to the new library wall mural, mark ing the official completion of the project.

Student Council President Estella Astrid Shanya Almendras (4I) guides Mrs Chong along the freshlypainted wall mural of the school’s library. Astrid was one of several student artists, teachers, staff and school partners who painted the mural. It took 9 months to complete the project.

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G raduati on Night

Cael Thierry Saleh (4G) unleashes some K-Pop moves on stage together with his peers.

“It was such a fun night and a great way to conclude our journey here in Northbrooks!” - Thierry

Emcee Terrence Yang checks if Estela Astrid Shanya Almendras’s and Duangporn Sirikulwattananorn’s (4I) team has all the photos that they were supposed to have taken.

This was part of the series of table games that the students took part in during Graduation Night on 20 November.

Ms Low Aijiao [4th from left] poses with the prom king and queen nominees. Among the nominated students, audience favourites Nadim B Junari (4T) and Nurfaizah Bte Shariff (4F) were crowned king and queen respectively.

[L-R] Mrs Carolyn Leong, Gallen Tay, Jude Samuel David and Eleazar Zyrille Magundayao (4T) sing ‘A Million Dreams’ as a tribute to the graduating cohort. “I am so glad I performed for everyone. I hope they enjoyed our performance for them,” said Jude.

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CREDITS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS PUBLICATIONS COMMITTEE Carolyn Leong Cinda Toh Ivan Wu Biwei Jasvindar S. Singh Nirmala D/O Jaya Kumar Premila Dhanabal Sangeeta Tamilarasan Wright Yi Na

PHOTOGRAPHY Adam Photography Northbrooks Photography Club Joscelin Chew Muhammad Khairi

DESIGN AND PRODUCTION Chung Printing Pte Ltd Finally, a big THANK YOU to all staff, students and partners who have contributed in one way or another.

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