Northbrooks Yearbook 2019 'Dare to Dream'

Dare to Dream Every Brooksian who walks through the gates of Northbrooks starts an adventure. A journey towards their hopes and dreams, which like mountains loom in the distance, daring one to conquer them.

Guided by visionary leaders, nurturing teachers and caring parents, who like stars light the way forward, they find their pathway and surmount challenges, as they take steps towards their goals.

Along the way, they fill their backpacks with essential gear to prepare for the future, whether to tackle unexpected circumstances, or to bounce forward after a failure. They acquire knowledge about the world, leadership skills and cross-cultural competencies. And at the heart of it all, the G.I.F.T.E.D. values keep them rooted.

As night falls, they take their seats around the warm glow of the campfire, and pause to celebrate and bond with their companions on this journey with them. Together with their fellow adventurers, they pitch their tents and reminisce about moments they have shared so far, tired but proud of how far they have come.

Morning dawns and the mountain beckons. Determined and ready, Brooksians begin that trek up towards the peak, each realising their personal hopes and dreams.

So Brooksians, dare to take that first step on this journey. Dare to challenge yourselves to learn and grow, with a Champion Learning Mindset. Dare to reach for your dreams!

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Vision, Mission and Values

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Messages

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Starting point: About Northbrooks

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Guiding stars: People who lead, care and serve

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Fill your backpack: An enriching curriculum

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Gearing up: Programmes to build grit, resilience and leadership

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Gather round the campfire: Platforms for building bonds

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Pitch your tent: Shared experiences

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Scale that mountain: Aspirations and achievements

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Vision, Mission & Values

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’

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Principal’s Message

What an awesome year it’s been! That aptly summarises our 2019 Northbrooks Story. This is the first implementation year of our 5-year Strategy Plan (20192023); it has been a fruitful, exciting and meaningful journey. In Northbrooks, we are steadfast in charting our way ahead to foster a caring, positive and innovative learning environment for all.

I would like to show my deepest appreciation to my Team Northbrooks (educators and administrative support team), affiliated partners (School Advisory Committee, Parent Support Group, alumni and parents), as well as our external community and international partners for their unwavering support towards the school. I’m also grateful to our dedicated publications team for working tirelessly on yet another wonderful and distinctive Yearbook.

The theme for our 2019 Yearbook is ‘Dare to Dream’, a fitting phrase that captures our hopes. We want to see a Champion in each Brooksian, someone who dares to pursue his or her dreams. To realise these dreams, we want our Brooksians to strive to be better each day, and to confidently face any challenge along the way. We want

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our Brooksians to embrace the joy of learning, not for the sake of competing with others, but for their own growth.

And finally, we want our Brooksians to develop the self-discipline and inner motivation necessary to learn for life. Indeed, our Team Northbrooks believes that every Brooksian has his or her own talent, potential and strengths. Each Brooksian too, can achieve something great in life as long as they set a clear and purposeful goal for themselves and work towards it, with grit and resilience.

To that end, we will continue to instill the courage and confidence in our Brooksians to take that leap of faith to make that effort to fulfil their hopes and dreams.

We will continue to put each and every Brooksian in the centre of what we do, focusing on their well-being and preparing them for the fulfilling life ahead of them; precisely as our Minister for Education, Mr Ong Ye Kung shared in his Opening Address at the Schools Work Plan Seminar 2018 (28 September 2018), “We know that our students need to be resilient, adaptable and global in their outlook. They must leave the education system still feeling curious and eager to learn, for the rest of their lives.”

I strongly believe that a school needs to be a place where everyone finds it safe to try and experiment with new ideas. In addition, we ought to embrace the ‘tryfail-try’ spirit as we do so. A refreshing and meaningful school life depends on all of us, as we each try to make a positive difference to ourselves and to others during our engagements with the community. This year, it is crystal clear that we have set forth towards that positive change.

It is truly amazing to see a number of our Brooksians and educators embarking together on a multitude of innovative and authentic learning experiences, such as in the newly opened Makerspace and the inaugural Humanities trip to Vietnam. As you browse through this Yearbook, you will be able to catch a glimpse of more of such opportunities. Through all these well-designed learning experiences, we have made multiple deliberate efforts to encourage social mixing, working in teams, peer leadership, character building, opportunities for student voice, deep thinking and connection-making for our Brooksians. I am thoroughly elated by my colleagues’ efforts and for believing in our School Mission:

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

Even as we create joyful learning for our students, how can teaching, too, be joyful? What keeps us going and energised in what we do here in Northbrooks? What makes teaching so exciting and refreshing, is not only because we warmly welcome new students to our school each year, but because we find meaning in honing our craft and working with our colleagues to learn and create value, through shared experiences. Here in Northbrooks, we take our professional development very seriously.

In fact, it is etched onto our DNA signature, and evident as we strive to learn, unlearn and relearn as part of our continual efforts to become competent reflective practitioners. ‘Learning from Self, from Others and with Others’ is our key approach towards professional development. I’m elated that we are focusing on Critical Inquiry processes to improve the theory-practice nexus.

We have provided a wide range of formal and informal opportunities for learning such as Open Classroom and

Peer Classroom observations, Good Practice Sharing during Staff Meetings, Professional Learning Teams (PLTs), Knowledge Cafes, Peer Coaching and so on.

At the same time, we have developed various in-house tools and systems to help us in improving our processes: Lesson Observation Tools, Heart-to-Heart, Effective Feedback, Character Index, just to name a few. We are also very proud to announce our second Northbrooks Research and Inquiry Publication, Quest@Northbrooks (QN) (Volume 2, 2018) this year, and we look forward to the next publication for 2019.

Finally, I am happy to share that we have had very good Secondary 1 enrolment for the past two consecutive years, with improved academic attainments and quality school programmes in our Cognitive and ChAMPS (Character, Aesthetics, Moral, Physical and Social) domains. All these will not be possible, if not for our committed Team Northbrooks. Thank you Team!

Our Team Northbrooks will always remain devoted to our cause – ‘Every Brooksian a Champion, Impacting the Community’ – Our School Vision, which you will hear us echoing repeatedly. Indeed, there is so much potential in every Brooksian that we are always looking forward to their learning taking shape in class, outside of class and out in the community. Together with our Northbrooks Community of Skillful Champion Teachers and our strong Home-School-Community partnerships forged, we will continue to develop quality authentic curriculum and co-curriculum experiences for our Brooksians and fully realise our School Vision.

The entire Northbrooks Community looks forward to another excellent year ahead, when we will celebrate Northbrooks’ 20th birthday in the year 2020!

Soaring Yet Rooted, Nick Chan Principal

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Message from the School Advisory Committee (SAC) Chairman

The theme for this yearbook – Dare to Dream – is an inspiring and uplifting one. Indeed, I’m heartened by the school’s greater emphasis on encouraging students to pursue their hopes and dreams, big or small. There are countless stories of Brooksians from the past and present who embody this courage to dream – for instance, the tight-knit group of athletes from this year’s graduating cohort, who dared to dream of competing in Track and Field events at the National level; Mr Melvin Ang from the Class of 2004, who surmounted many personal challenges to fulfil his dream of setting up his own ramen restaurant; or, more recently, Hillary Heng Jia Xin from the Class of 2017, who worked extremely hard to achieve her dream of studying social work at a polytechnic.

We all need a little support and encouragement to keep pursuing our dreams, or sometimes, we might even need some time to simply discover our passions and interests. This is why the SAC is committed to partner and collaborate with the school to help students to dare to dream of possibilities for the future, and to realise their hopes and dreams in life. To that end, the SAC works in collaboration and consultation with the Principal to discuss and plan ways we could enhance the educational experiences of the students, whether through vocational experiences or other means. Here, I would like to record a word of thanks to all the other SAC members who have played an important role by sharing their observations, comments and opinions, and contributing their time and resources to this end.

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Even as students continue after completing their education in Northbrooks to chart their own paths towards their dreams, many continue to remember their roots, and are grateful to the ways that their Brooksian experience has shaped them. This was clearly evident in this year’s successful Homecoming event, which brought together a record number of past graduates who have walked through the school’s gates. It was organised by a group of dedicated alumni who dreamt of bringing past graduates together and fostering stronger bonds with their alma mater.

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.

Finally, I would like to congratulate Northbrooks on another successful year of nurturing and equipping Brooksians, so that they can embark on their own adventurous journeys towards their dreams.

William Choo SAC Chairman

Message from the Parent Support Group (PSG) Chairman

In 2018, when my son was posted to Northbrooks Secondary School, I was concerned about his transition to secondary school life. Keen to see how I could support him in his journey, my wife and I decided to join the PSG. Looking back over the past two years, being a part of the PSG has given me, and many other parents, multiple opportunities to bond with our children. We had great family bonding time when we came as a family to support the school events such as the Annual Cross Country Championships and the Brooksian Arts Festival & Talent Showcase, Father & Child Bonding workshop at Ground Up Initiative and NBrSS Performing Arts CCA Year-End Concert.

This year, as the Chairman of the PSG, I told myself that we must bring the ‘Dads for Life’ programme to the next level, as I firmly believe in the importance of fostering stronger bonds between fathers and their children. I was glad that we saw a huge increase in the participation in Dads for Life activities, such as Learn to Fish @ ORTO and Archery Learn to Play. It was really heartening to see so much bonding and interaction at these events.

Besides forging stronger bonds with our teens, we also strive to support parents to relate better with their teenage children. One of the crucial aspects of parenting is good communication, which is key to building good relationships between parents and their children. Not only that, I believe that the way parents communicate

with their children has a significant impact on how they will communicate in the future. The school regularly organises various parenting talks and workshops, such as the Triple P Parenting Seminars, to help us to better communicate and relate with our children.

Not only that, members of the PSG go beyond supporting their own children, and contribute to a larger group of students in the school. This year, we supported many school events such as the Secondary One Registration, Parents Appreciation Day and the Open Breakfast Programme.

The PSG believes that being supportive partners of the school will enable us to nurture our Brooksians to be contributors in the community. We look forward to more parents coming on board this partnership adventure to discover their strengths and help us to support Brooksians, as they grow from strength to strength. I hope more parents, especially fathers, can come and join PSG and journey these 4 or 5 years with our teens.

Desmond Soh PSG Chairman

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A great journey always starts with a journey within.

Ask where you are from, where you are now and where you are heading.

Take those small, courageous steps and make your own trail.

Live a life of meaning, purpose and adventure…

A great destiny awaits.

– Mr Adam B Ahmad

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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 fully-equipped 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.

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 and our country.

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The Brooksian Anthem With Brooksian fervour Lift up our voices Each day a new beginning Let hearts be open With hopes arising Our promise 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

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Working towards achieving our aspirations is never impossible when we have the right people to guide us on our journey, like bright stars in the night sky lighting the way ahead. Together, we can face any challenge along the way, whether we are wading through the deep ocean trenches or striving to reach a peak high in the sky.

– Mdm Nuraida Ajmaain

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School Management Committee

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Humanities Department

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Physical Education Department

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Staff Learning 1

As teachers, we always wonder: Beyond the grades, how do we know our students are learning? How have we made a difference to their learning?

- MRS RITA TEO (School Staff Developer)

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Mr Andrew Lim enacts the Socratic method of questioning with Teki Abhay Das (3G) [standing] in his Physics Open Classroom, while other teachers watch and learn. “It stimulates my thought processes and I like it!” said Teki.

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[L-R] Ms Sumithra Nair, Mr Low Yi En and Mr Alex Tok discuss animatedly their Professional Learning Team project. The Professional Learning Community enables teaching staff to learn from and with each other, to deepen their craftsmanship through deep discussions.

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Executive and administrative staff and the operations support officers learn about becoming service design thinkers to better serve our school community. This is part of their professional development journey to deepen their understanding of service excellence.

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Our bi-annual learning festivals bring together all teaching staff to celebrate the joy of learning with and from one another. Besides learning about interesting facilitation strategies from knowledgeable peers, the project experiences offered by every professional learning team also deepen our collaborative inquiry as a professional learning community.

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Staff develop their intellectual capacity and bounce innovative ideas off one another at a Knowledge Café session. These sessions allow both key personnel and staff to engage in meaningful and deep conversations to expand their understanding of emerging global trends, so as to develop better leaders and classroom innovators.

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As the keynote speaker at Hougang Secondary School’s Learning Festival, Mr Ng Song Beng (Lead Teacher, Mathematics) shares about the school’s open and peer observations. Our teacher leaders actively seek out opportunities to share good school practices with other schools and gain learning insights from them.

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Parent Support Group (PSG) 1

As a parent, I was impressed to see the students trying their best to showcase their individual strengths and unique qualities!

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Mr Oh Sze Hou [R], father of Shannis Oh (1G), volunteers to form part of the Brooksian Core Values interview panel with Ms Low Ai Jiao (Year Head) [L] and Ms Linda Marie (Head of Department, CCE) [centre].

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PSG Chairperson Mr Desmond Soh [2nd from left] and Vice-Chairperson Mrs Yasmin [centre] present gifts to the school leaders during the Teachers’ Day celebration. Each Brooksian teacher also received one of these water bottles from the PSG.

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On 13 April, Mdm Noraini Bte Asmori from Connect Consulting & Training engages parents at a parenting workshop on how to help their children cope with exam stress.

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Kyser Boo Yu Jing (1G) poses with his father Mr Boo Choon Chik after a good catch at the Dads for Life Programme. Dads for Life is Singapore’s National Fathers Movement that seeks to inspire, mobilise and involve fathers to become good influences in their children’s lives - for life!

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With our backpack full of knowledge, we can see things for what they are, what they should be and what they can be; We can hear what is said and what is not said; We can make the future.

– Mdm Vanessa Loo

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English Language and Literature Enrichment 1

Secondary Three students from the N6 cluster gather for a group photo outside Singapore Press Holdings after the Cluster Journalism Workshop. [1st row, 4th to 7th from left] Clarisse Chan Shi Ting (3G), Pyae Sone Khin (3G), Elliot Koh Rui En (3F) and Ng Miao Qin Megan (3F) participated in the workshop and learned tips about article writing.

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Participants of the Cluster Journalism Workshop tour The Straits Times Newsroom and gain insight into the lives of journalists.

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[L-R] Beh Chun Zen, Nurfalisha Adryna Bte Heriady and Joey Ng Tien Yi (1G) trial their life-sized vocabulary board game, in preparation for the English Language and Literature Festival (ELLF) games carnival.

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Mrs Carolyn Leong (EL teacher) and her students have some fun with ‘Heads Up’, where players have to try to explain the word that is on the screen. This was one of the many games played in the classrooms during ELLF, with the aim of sparking the joy of learning English.

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It was heartening to see confident students running booths of exciting language games they had designed or modified.

- MDM TANG WENG YEE (Overall-in-charge of ELLF)

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Book characters come to life during the ELLF, as staff and students come dressed as all kinds of book and movie characters, from Iron Man to Pikachu.

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For the third year running, Brooksians do their bit for the less fortunate by taking part in the Read For Books charity drive. For every 10 people who read for 15 minutes, one book was donated to charity by a sponsor.

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Ascendas Teo Yue Teng Fei (1G) quizzes his classmate Danial Hadif B Yusuf about his sharing on cyber wellness issues. This was part of the Brooksian News Champion programme which provides a platform for students to hone their public speaking skills and build confidence.

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[L-R] Jolanda Cheng Jiaying (4I), Tan Soon Yee Amy (4G), Lim Zhi Xian (4G) and Michelle Goh Xinrong (4I) maintain a steady composure while representing the school at a debate during the National Schools Literature Festival 2019.

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Humanities Enrichment 1

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Nur Syaura Qistina Bte Yahya [L] and Edwin Huang Jingkai [R] (4E) closely examine an exhibit at the War Remnants Museum in Ho Chi Minh City. As part of the overseas learning journey to Vietnam, our History students saw the interpretation of the Vietnam War through the eyes of the local Vietnamese.

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Happy faces of both our visitors from Tran Van On Junior High School, and our Champion Brooksians. We hosted our Vietnamese friends in school to return the hospitality they showed us.

We shared the experience of scaling the Northbrooks rockwall with them.

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Koo Jia En (3G) [L] and Alexis Thia (3I) [R] proudly show their Vietnamese friends the Champions’ Lodge facility.

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Secondary One students peer intently at their iPad to complete their Geographical Investigation task. The Geography team designed a learning experience that was conducted at the Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park as part of the Secondary One Level Camp, where students examined how the various features of the park affected the quality of the reservoir water.

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Pails away! Students obtain water samples from the reservoir, as the park becomes their classroom and the topic of ‘Water Resources’ comes to life.

Hosting the Vietnamese guests was truly memorable.

They were really friendly and open in sharing their stories with us. It was an eye-opening experience for me as I enjoy getting to know people from around the world.

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Secondary One students focus on a presentation by a guide at The Bicentennial Experience – the main exhibition commemorating Singapore’s 200 years of history. History teachers also crafted a learning experience for students to make the links between the exhibition and the learning of History more explicit.

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Guess who this teacher is? Not only did Mrs Sasidharan Indra Devi (Lead Teacher, History) lead a team of students through the learning experience at The Bicentennial Experience, she was also a guide at the exhibition for members of the public!

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On behalf of his team, Artiaga Tan Ren Lennard (3I) delivers a speech during a Moot Parliament Session, conceptualised by the Social Studies team to better engage our students in examining the issue on foreign labour in Singapore.

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3T students pose for a group photo after their learning journey to the Parliament House. This annual learning journey aims to bring the topic on governance to life.

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Burog Jessica Laurette Ilagan [L] and Nicholas Tan Yi Jie [R] (2E) listen to oral history recordings at the National Museum of Singapore as part of their Historical Investigation. Through inquiry-based learning, the History team aims to make the learning more engaging.

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Craft & Technology Enrichment 1

Although we wanted to win, we know that it is more important to try our best and enjoy the process of learning a new skill!

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[L-R] Sana Ram Roddick Lizo (3T), K Thayalan (3E) and Belden Tan Liat Hong (3T) arrive early to set up their workstation at Assumption Pathway School, in preparation for the Out of the World Baking Competition. They knew exactly what to do as they had rehearsed their roles many times before the competition.

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The students proudly display their mini cakes, ready to be judged by the judges. The theme of the competition was ‘Space Adventures’. “We showed teamwork by helping one another when we encountered challenges such as getting the decorations right on the mini cakes,” said Belden [R].

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Brooksians and Tomeikan Junior High school students and teachers with their beautiful ondeh-ondehs at the Spice Garden, located outside the Culinary Lab, where the pandan leaves, one of the ingredients used to make the local kueh, are planted. It was a memorable activity as part of the Tomeikan-Northbrooks Exchange.

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The Secondary Three Food and Nutrition (F&N) students prepare to deep fry chicken for the protein challenge. Mohammad Noor’Izwan B Abdullah (3E) shared, “I usually love to eat fried chicken, but frying chicken for my loved ones to eat is a totally different experience.”

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3D F&N students listen intently to Chef Gerald from SHATEC as he explains how to cook the perfect French omelet. Goh Jing Ru (3D) shares, “This experience at SHATEC allowed me to see what the available courses are, if I would like to study here.”

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The workshop has taught me a lot about stop motion and the process behind it. I didn’t expect that a short 1 minute film would take 2 hours to produce.

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Secondary Three students team up to produce solutions to issues affecting the environment at the Building Design Skills Workshop held at Nanyang Polytechnic.

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Students participating in the workshop apply their design skills (D & T) to a real-world problem. “Through the workshop, I managed to learn new ways to improve on my Design and Technology work for 2020. It was also a good experience as I got to work positively together with my D&T friends,” said Betty Chau Bao Ngoc (3E) [bottom left].

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Simeon Toh Yong Keat (2E) [L] and Beh Chun Zen (1G) [centre], learn the steps of t-shirt printing from Muhammad Syahmil B Sahmad (2D) [R].

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Students display their badges after going through the ‘Badge Designing and Making Workshop’, facilitated by Ding Zhao Yang (3E) [seated, left], and Alexis Thia (3I) [seated, right]. ”Designing our own badge was fun and I could customise the photos using the template. Initially, it was hard to press the badge making machine down, but after a few tries and with the help of the student facilitators, I was able to complete it,” said Victoria Tan Si Qi (2D).

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Craft & Technology Enrichment 10

From listening to the three artists, I have learnt that art is a continuous practice in our daily lives. I have also learnt to be experimental and daring to use other types of media in our artworks.

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On 15 July, the secondary three Art students enjoyed the opportunity to meet and speak with three of UOB Painting Competition winners organised at Orchid Park Secondary School.

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A group of Secondary Three Art students experience Augmented Reality interaction at the Art Elective Programme Exhibition 2019 held at the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre.

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Choo Cai Yin (3I) [R] admires a work created entirely by ‘stick-man’ drawings. She gushed, “The exhibition was eye-opening! It was interesting to see works from other students of my age.”

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Mr Tang Kin Hua [R] shows Ms Halimah Jalil [L] and Mdm Dian Farhana [centre] the process of making fused glass art. They were among the staff members who attended the Fused Glass Workshop from 29 October to 1 November.

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Mr Janson Yong (Math teacher) patiently places the small pieces of glass with a tweezer to refine the details of his work. Staff were taught the craft of glass cutting, the same set of skills that are being infused in Secondary One Art curriculum.

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Secondary Four Malay Language students hold up their completed Khat Calligraphy artwork, after a workshop held during the annual Mother Tongue Fortnight. “I am very proud of my artwork.

Thank you Malay Language teachers for the opportunity to use my creativity,” said Danyiel Edric Putra Perwira(4I) [2nd from left]

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During a learning journey to Lorong Buangkok, the last kampung in Singapore, students learn how to make bunga rampai, which is used to welcome guests during special Malay occasions. “It is such an informative learning journey, I got to experience Malay culture,” said Hassmetra Perumal (2T) [R].

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Secondary Two Malay Language students pose for a group picture at Lorong Buangkok. “Visiting the last kampung allowed me to experience kampung lifestyle in an authentic setting,” said Putri Nur Deanna Aaliyah (2I).

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3D students learn how ondeh-ondeh is made while on a learning journey to Sembawang Mosque.

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It was my first time visiting a mosque.

It gave me an opportunity to better understand my Malay friends and their culture.

- CHRISTOMOS SIMANJUNTAK (3D) [4th from left]

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TCR Music Station performs during a xinyao concert held during the Mother Tongue Fortnight.

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Secondary One students collect their popcorn packets just before ‘The Wayang Kids’ movie screening.

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[L-R] Koo Jia En (3G), Ezann Tan Yang Ceng (3F) and Pyae Sone Khin (3G) at the Mooncake Making Workshop conducted by their Chinese Language teachers. They enjoyed themselves as they learnt the steps of making a snowskin mooncake.

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Secondary One students showcase the fruits of their labour at the end of the workshop.

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I really felt very happy when I saw that all the students were going to bring their mooncakes home to share with their family members.

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[L-R] Keziah Lee Hui Yi (3G), Ezann Tan Yang Ceng (3F), Lim Yan Shan (3T) and Koh Yue Yao (3T) present their newspaper feature article. This was produced during the ‘Create Your Own Newspaper Competition 2019’ workshop, where they students learnt how to format a newspaper.

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Student guides welcome Secondary One students at one of the stations during the Water Learning Programme at Lower Seletar Reservoir. This programme is one of the school’s annual key programmes to deepen students’ understanding of the importance of water to Singapore and in our reservoirs.

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Student guide Koh Yue Yao (3T) [L] explains the activity to fellow students from our sister school, Nanya Middle School, before they carried out a geographical investigation on the quality of water at Lower Seletar Reservoir.

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[L-R] Wang Yining (1T) [3rd from left] and Tang Si Ying Ella (1F) achieved the 2nd place position at the National Text Recital Competition for Primary and Secondary Schools.

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This is my first time attending such a competition.

I learnt a lot in preparing for it. I hope I can participate again next year.

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Science Enrichment 1

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The stress level was high and the atmosphere tense but we stayed focused. We were delighted to win a Silver award!

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Ng Kah Wee (3E) [seated] excitedly assists in a demonstration during the ‘Incredible Edibles’ workshop about the chemistry of baking cookies. The workshop was conducted by the Science Centre during Science Week.

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Huang Yangmile (2G) [standing, left] demonstrates the concept of kinematics to Syed Izz-Amani B Syed Zainuddin (2G) [centre] at the Science Week Physics booth display.

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[L-R] Chua Tian Song, Ang Zi Rui, Hanson Low Ming Hin and Suraj Sundaresan (2G) are ready to present their findings at the annual Elementz Science Project Competition and Exhibition. The team had to compete with 50 other teams from other schools.

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Tran Khoi Nguyen (3G) looks confident and relaxed while ‘flying’ in the wind tunnel!

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Lin Zi Jie Klein (2T) [L] and his classmates interact with starfish and other marine creatures at the Interactive Touch Pool during the Secondary Two Learning Journey to the SEA Aquarium.

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Sarah Aaralyn Tan (3G) uses the Clinometer app on an iPad to measure the angle of elevation of the top of the school’s rock wall from her eye level. This activity was part of the Secondary Three Express Mathematics Trail, which was organised for students to apply mathematical concepts and skills to solve real-world problems.

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Keziah Lee Hui Yi (3G) [L] and Thiagarajan Hariharan (3I) [R] estimate the height of the flagpole using Tang Jian Wen (3I) as the benchmark.

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2D students listen intently to the lesson on ‘Winning Strategies: Monopoly’ while on their learning journey to the Singapore Science Centre on 30 May. They were introduced to new real-word mathematical concepts like probability and profit / loss, as they learnt about the many optimal ways to win a Monopoly game.

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Students have some fun playing Monopoly together. In addition to the gameplay, the learning journey allowed students to improve their social skills as the game emphasised the importance of cooperation and good sportsmanship.

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This learning journey allowed me to embrace the fun side of Mathematics.

- IYLIA ALYSHA BTE MOHAMED HISSHAM (2D) [2nd from right]

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Arts Education Programme 1

Batik painting was fun and interesting to learn. However, it was challenging due to my shaky wrist causing uneven lines. If I have more time to learn and perfect this, I think I can do my line work even better!

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Jazmine Claire Balancio Macapagal (2G) tries her hand at creating a batik painting, during an Arts Enrichment Programme workshop held during the post-exam period.

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Local artist Mr Foo Kwee Horng [seated, left] explains painting techniques to the students during the watercolour workshop. “I not only learned about the different watercolour techniques, I even made friends from other classes through this workshop,” said Elfiqa Shakira Bte Mohamad Izwan (2G).

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Secondary One students try to execute the challenging movements of Capoeira with poise. “Capoeira teaches me discipline and resilience as the movements are very hard to master,” said Toh Yu Heng (1F) [R].

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Environmental Art Club students [L-R] Ang Kok Rui (1I), Jazmine Claire Balancio Macapagal (2G), Eeshaa (2I), Tan Yu Bin Bravyan (1I) and Nayli Natasha Bte Norhaizad (4D) learn some basic skills from the members of the Guzheng Ensemble members, as part of the CCA Exchange held during the Visual and Performing Arts CCA Camp.

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Secondary Three Brooksians listen attentively to an explanation about the history of Paya Lebar district that inspired the wall mural titled ‘The Signs of Times’ by Salleh Jappar at Paya Lebar MRT station. This was one of the Arts Learning Journeys organised for students to gain greater exposure to and appreciation for the arts.

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[L-R] Eeshaa (2I), Gwendolyn Neo Su Ping (2D), Ng Miao Qin Megan (3F), Ang Kok Rui (1I) and Angie Chu (1F) proudly hold up their certificates for being the top completers of the Amazing Green Race during the Environmental Education Half-Day Camp. “The best way to learn about environmental issues and the 5Rs is often through hands-on experience!” said Ms Aryssa Ngoh (Teacher-in-charge, Environmental Education).

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Ms Lim Wan Yee and Green Ambassadors harvest vegetables after the opening ceremony of the school’s hydroponics shed on 19 July. The Green Ambassadors were taught how to plant leafy vegetables through a stem-cutting method by the school’s gardener, Mr Poon Soon Hong, as part of an urban farming enrichment programme.

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Guest-of-honour Mr Ivan Lim (Vice-Chairperson, Yishun Floral Residents’ Committee) gets his hand painted by Ms Diana Ghazali (Art teacher) at the opening ceremony of the school’s new environment-themed wall mural. “The wall mural, which was designed and painted by a group of Sec 3 Art students, helped them to internalise and take ownership of the environmental message,” said Ms Diana.

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Green Ambassadors pose for a photo while on their learning journey to Sky Greens vertical farm.

They learnt about how hydroponics and vertical farming could be a potential solution to landscarce Singapore’s answer to food security, in a world impacted by climate change

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Green Ambassadors share about their learning journey to Bukit Panjang Eco Community Centre with NorthWest Community Development Council’s Mayor, Mr Teo Ho Pin.

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The experience allowed me to learn how the hydroponics shed works!

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Applied Learning Programme (ALP): Aerospace 1

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Students and teachers pose at a Heliwest Australian Helicopter Services hangar while on an Aerospace and Cultural Immersion trip to Jandakot, Perth.

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Ms Brigit Tait from Morley Senior High, Perth, guides Shin Thant Te Aung (3G) as he tries out the school’s motion flight simulator.

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Brooksians warm up before a volleyball match with students from Morley Senior High, Perth.

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Naufal Ezmal Bin Rosly (2G)[centre] and his classmates put themselves in the shoes of air traffic controllers while using an application to simulate the possible flight control path of an aircraft.

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Mr Foo Weng Choy and Aryan Ajay Deshpande (3G) [seated] demonstrate how to operate the school’s flight simulator to the teachers.

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Secondary Two students try their hand at flying drones as part of the school’s Aerospace ALP lessons.

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[L-R] Brayden Tan Zhi Wen, Muhammad Dhia Asfa B Mohd Faridz, Wong Yu Teck and Muhammad Khabir B Mohamed Zakariah (1E) get up close with varous fighter jets, missiles, and anti-aircraft systems while on a learning journey to the Air Force Museum.

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Ong Yi Xin (1F) [L] and Sheila Sim Yee En (1I) [R] learn more about the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) through a series of interactive displays and roleplaying games at the Museum.

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Students and teachers from 3I visit ST Aerospace at Seletar Aerospace Park.

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I learnt about the different aircraft that they have and what they do as a company. It allowed me to understand the different job scopes required to perform to maintain an aircraft.

- ALEXIS THIA (3I)

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They made the best out of the situation and the rain actually made the experience more memorable for everyone!

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Secondary One to Four NT students participate in a cohort dragon boating activity as part of the termly NT camp.

This activity provides students with the opportunity to strengthen relationships and to also develop fortitude and teamwork.

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After the dragon boating activity, the heavy rain does little to dampen the students’ high spirits.

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2D students work together with Mr Eng Sze Shean and Mr Sanjay Radakrishna to plant a tree in school. This Values-inAction activity taught students about the importance of caring for the environment through a hands-on approach.

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Form teachers Mrs Celine Tan [centre] and Ms Jane Lee [R] facilitate a circle time session for 4D, where students are given opportunities to share personal experiences and learn from each other.

Such sessions, commonplace in the NT classes, help to strengthen relationships by providing a voice for every individual in the classroom.

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Through this programme, it got me to think about what it means to be a Singaporean and what kind of society we want to build for ourselves in the future. It also allowed me to learn about the importance of racial and religious harmony in Singapore.

- MUHAMMED ZAMREE B ZAINALABIDIN (3D)

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3D students embark on a learning journey to Singapore Discovery Centre, where they took part in the Decrypt SG Programme.

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Students from 4D visit a children orphanage in Ho Chi Minh City to learn about the effects of war on the Vietnamese people. “I felt a great sense of empathy towards the children and understood the importance of peace and harmony in a country. It made me appreciate Singapore even more,” said Muhammad Rafiqin B Roomaizan.

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Judith Rishalini Devarajan [L] and Tang Angela Almonedovar [R] (3D) proudly present their scented candle display during the Retail Popup Competition held during the IgnITE Skills Challenge. They were one of two teams who had made it to the finals of the competition. “I’m thankful for the opportunities given to me and my classmates to apply what we have learnt from the subject, Elements of Business Skills,” said Judith.

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Lim Jing Le Jovin (3D) [R] provides weekly mentoring sessions for Andy Tan Xue Wei (2D) [L] in Mathematics. These sessions were part of the Academic Mentor Programme, where a senior will guide a junior in his studies after school.

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Elective Modules (EMs) 1

It was a rare opportunity to visit a professional recording studio and experience sound recording.

- NUR ALLYSA

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Yee Mon Oo (3T) applies what she has learnt during the Beauty and Wellness EM by providing personalised manicure service for Mr Paik Poh Leong. “Yee Mon was very confident and professional throughout the process!” said Mr Paik.

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Nur Allysa Isabella Bte Md Iskandar (3E) lays a vocal track over her original composition during the Music and Technology EM learning journey.

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Lim Jing Le Jovin (3D) [L] and Loh Keng Yew Edric (3D) [R] concentrate on assembling a radio-controlled car meticulously .

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K Thayalan (3E) [R] shares his newly acquired knowledge about blood splatter analysis with Gai Tianrui (4E) [L] at a crime investigation booth. It was set up by participants of the Forensic Science EM, who had gained insight into the complex process of combining science with crime investigation.

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Ng Jia Heng (3T) attempts to capture the perfect photograph that will be used to effectively market the product during the Social Media Marketing Elective Module.

Students learned to leverage social media as a platform to sell products.

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20 Secondary Two and Three Express students pose for a photo while attending the “A Day In The Life Of An Air-Traffic Controller” module held at Republic Polytechnic. This AEM helped these students better understand airport systems and structures.

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As part of the module, students worked together to plan and design their ideal airport. The AEM experience also provided students with an opportunity to work together in teams, share ideas and to accommodate the views of others in their projects.

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To gain greater insight into airport management, students also embarked on a learning journey to Changi Airport to understand how it was run.

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After hours of planning and discussion, this group of students pose with their final airport design.

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Secondary Three students pose for a group photo to commemorate the end of a 1-week vocational experience at Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel. The students took on various roles in the hotel to better understand the needs of the hospitality industry, which will help them make a more informed decision when selecting potential careers in the future.

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Another group of Secondary Three students had a memorable experience at KF1 Karting Circuit as part of the Insights Programme where students gained a better understanding of various industries.

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Ding Zhao Yang (3E) positions his camera strategically to capture the best angle of various food dishes, during his 1-week internship at Successpedia, where he learnt more about the advertising industry. His photos were subsequently used in an article about the famous dishes found at Old Airport Road Food Centre.

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Eager to learn more about the beauty and wellness industry, Yee Mon Oo (3T) tries her hand at hair-washing, during her internship at Mirror’D International College. “I learned that a seemingly simple task such as hair-washing is actually very challenging, as you have to ensure that the customer has a comfortable experience throughout,” shared Yee Mon.

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The many life stories shared by Mr Richard Tan, the owner of KF1, really inspired me to achieve my dreams regardless of any setbacks I may face.

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I hope that we brought a smile to their faces. This experience affected me greatly as I learned to show kindness to the less fortunate.

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4D students pose for a group photo in front of the historical Saigon Central Post Office. As part of the Overseas Immersion Trip to Vietnam, students had the opportunity to learn about the history and culture of Ho Chi Minh City through visits to a number of monuments and museums.

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[L-R] Phua Zhi Wei, Ee Yi Ling, Aidil B Abdul Kamar (4D) interact with Vietnamese students through games. To develop greater cross-cultural awareness, the programme included a visit to Tran Van On Junior High School. “Initially, it was quite challenging to communicate with the Vietnamese students as there was a language barrier. However, we adapted to the situation by demonstrating how to play the game!” said Yi Ling.

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[L-R] Lim Zhi Yang Joshua, Nur Zuliana Bte Zulkeffle, Ee Yi Ling and Mohamed Akif Fairul (4D) give a presentation to the students and teachers of Tran Van On Junior High School. The presentation was focused on introducing Singapore to the local students and teachers and allowing them to better understand the Singaporean way of life.

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Brooksians in high spirits pose along the streets of Ho Chi Minh City. “I enjoyed the opportunity to walk along the streets to take in the sights and sounds of what this city has to offer. It was my first time abroad and certainly an experience that I will cherish forever,” said Tan Jun Yen Loyce (4D).

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Nur Afiqah Bte Abu Bakar (4D) interacts with a child at a local orphanage.

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Japan Twinning Programme (Tomeikan) 1

In line with the Ministry of Education’s digital literacy plan, through this workshop, students were exposed to computational thinking skills to perform short missions and compete in robotic soccer competition.

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In a cross-cultural twinning programme, Brooksians and their Japanese buddies from Tomeikan Junior High visited the Singapore Maritime Gallery to learn more about Singapore’s history. Here, they are looking at the artefacts that dated from the 14th Century.

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Jovan Lim Chun Wei (3T) [L] and Ng Miao Qin Megan (3F) [2nd from right] engage in an intense game of Mbot soccer with their buddies, controlling their Mbots using what they have coded on their laptops.

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A group photo of Brooksians and their buddies on the last day of the exchange. Brooksians bade goodbye to their buddies and thanked them for being wonderful hosts for them over two nights.

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[Foreground to background] Muhammad Zamree B Zainalabidin (3D), Resurreccion Trixie Anne Dotado (3E) and Ng Miao Qin Megan (3F) get ready to launch their handmade rockets. As part of their aerospace learning programme with Tomeikan, they learnt how to make a functional rocket.

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Mr Lim Chee Tiong [L], Brooksians Ms Vanessa Loo[R] showcase their work and pose with the calligraphy teacher from Tomeikan.

“It is actually more difficult than it looks but it’s quite fun too. I think I just need to practice more,” remarked Effy Syazwani Bte Effendy (3E) [4th from left].

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[L-R] Brooksians Heng Yi Jie (3F), Sana Ram Roddick Lizo (3T) and Shin Thant Te Aung (3G) make ondeh ondeh with their Japanese buddies from Chuo University Junior High. The activity was meant to expose the Japanese students to Singapore’s culinary heritage.

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Mr Alex Ang facilitates a game of goalball for a group of students from Chuo University Junior High.

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Brooksians take in the sights of Asakusa, Tokyo as part of their Twinning Programme with Chuo University Junior High.

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Heng Yi Jie (3F) [L] bonds with his homestay hosts over card games and also shared snacks from Singapore with his buddy and family.

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Goe Hong Kiat Reegan (3F) presents his findings after a Chemistry lesson in a Science laboratory at Chuo University Junior High School.

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Brooksian students and teachers pose with a replica of the International Space Station at the Science and Technology Museum in Tokyo.

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Teaching a PE lesson on goalball with the Japanese students was an exciting experience. Tokyo is hosting the Paralympics in 2020 and goalball is one of the featured sports!

- MR ALEX ANG (Teacher-in-charge)

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Mr Adam Ahmad, Mr Ivan Wu and Madam Ma Ying warmly welcome teachers and students from Nanya Middle School at Changi Airport Terminal 1.

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Terence Ooi Zi Heng (1I) [L] and his buddy smile for the camera.

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Brooksians and their buddies pause for a photo break while on a visit to Gardens By The Bay.

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Shanmuga Sundaram Srijan (1G) [2nd from right] and his family host his Nanya Middle School buddy [1st from right] at his home. “I have learnt more about the Chinese culture and practiced the Chinese language with my buddy. I hope I can visit him at his home too, ” Srijan said.

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Students and teachers from both twinning schools pose for a group photo at the farewell ceremony to mark the end of the 4-day programme in Singapore.v

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I really appreciated this opportunity to host my buddy. I have learnt how to communicate better with others. I will also be giving this photo to my buddy as a souvenir to commemorate our friendship.

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I sat in for lessons with my buddy and also spent two nights for a homestay experience. I have learnt more about the way of life in Changsha and how the education system in China differs from Singapore.

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Brooksians gather for a group photo with students and teachers from Changsha Nanya Middle School at the start of the twinning programme in Changsha, China.

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[L-R] Yap Shane Eu (2D), Jerome Soh (2G) and Pai Kah Seng (1I) perform a song during the farewell ceremony at Changsha Nanya Middle School.

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[L-R] Kimnee Tan Xin Hui, Chloe Angela Sanchez Jaucian and Tham Si En (2I) are all smiles after a visit to the Liling Ceramic Museum. The students learnt about how ceramics from China have changed over the centuries.

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Ascendas Teo Yue Teng Fei (1G) [standing] gives a music theory lesson to students during the group’s visit to Guangming Primary School. “We challenged ourselves to conduct the lesson in Mandarin as all the students conversed mainly using this language. I felt satisfied with the lesson after seeing the smiles on their faces,” said Ascendas.

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Brooksians pose for a photo with Mao Zedong’s statue at Orange Island. Mao was the founder of the People’s Republic of China, and the students were brought on a tour to learn more about his contributions towards the country.

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As we work towards achieving growth and success, similar to preparing to climb a rock wall, grit and resilience are two essential qualities. Like good climbing gear, they keep us anchored and steady, especially in the moments when we might struggle or even fall. Together, with hard work and discipline, let’s develop the Champion Learning Mindset in ourselves to go forth to inspire and impact the community.

– Mr Sanjay Radakrishna

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Led by the student councillors, Secondary One students let loose and unleash their dance moves as they practised for the mass dance in the school hall.

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An excited Anson Chua Ze Yuan (1T) tries out the archery activity at the Boys’ Brigade booth during the CCA Display segment of the Orientation programme.

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With the campfire lit, everyone is ready to celebrate the successful induction of the Secondary One students into the Brooksian family. “The camp fire burnt spectacularly bright and strong, and our Brooksian spirit was also strong tonight!” exclaimed Ms Lim Wan Yee (Student Council Teacher).

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Supportive and eager parents whip out their smartphones to capture moments of their children’s journey. “When I saw my daughter having fun with her new classmates during the orientation, she looked very excited and lively. I felt very pleased and relieved that she has already made friends in school,” said the parent of Erra Suhazliyah Bte Ramlee (1F).

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Happiness, excitement, and enthusiasm are written all over the faces of the Secondary One students as they explode into a loud and rousing round of the school cheer as one united Brooksian family.

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I’ve never felt more alive!

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Cross Country 1

I felt nervous yet determined! I had my mind set on finishing the race knowing I did my best.

- CASTILLO JUSTINE CUARESMA (4G)

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The soles of the students’ shoes hit the ground as they begin the race.

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Before the start of the staff race, participating teachers take a photo together.

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Abdul Raheem S/O Abdul Salim (4T) [L] and Suraj Selvan Panneer Selvan (4E) [R] give their all as they sprint to the finish line. “It was not easy to come in first place as I was shoulder to shoulder with Raheem for the last stretch of the run. By staying focused on the goal, I managed to clinch the gold position by a fraction of a second!” exclaimed Suraj.

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Lo Hong Kai (1I) finally reaches the finish line, successfully completing the 3.7km race. “I was extremely happy to come in 8th place as I did not even expect to be in the top 20 for my level. I learnt that it is important to give my best regardless of the odds,” Hong Kai beamed.

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[L-R] Nur Syaura Qistina Bte Yahya, Nur Ezra Qistina Bte Rosli (4E) and Nur Alicesa Rapa’at (4T) pose for a picture at the end of the race. “The annual Cross Country Championships is a great platform to test my resilience after weeks of tough training during P.E. lessons!” said Nur Ezra Qistina.

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Secondary One Level Camp 1

It was definitely fun cycling with my students. They were all constantly encouraging me during the long journey, which was quite a challenge for me.

- MS SANGEETA TAMILARASAN (1I FORM TEACHER) [back row, 1st from right]

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1G students listen to the instructor while in waist-deep water, prior to the kayaking expedition. After the briefing, the students then tested their life jackets.

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1I students and their form teachers are all smiles as they stop to pose for a picture during the cycling expedition.

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1F students collect water from a stream at Bishan Park. This was part of an activity in their Geographical Investigation where the collected water was used to test for indicators such as pH values and oxygen content.

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1E students enjoy their team bonding games during level camp. “I felt happy during the game as it helped me to bond with my classmates,” said Harith Anaqi B Azmi Shawal (1E) [centre].

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Nurnaha Bte Fadly (1D) [L] and Siti Nurayisha Bte Mohammed Rizal (1D) [R] practice their strokes before their kayaking session. “It was tiring but fun at the same time. I enjoyed the experience with my classmates,” said Ayisha.

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This year’s camp was a fun and memorable experience. It was my first time doing outdoor cooking.

- NATASHA DELAILA BTE ROSLAN (2T) [front, left]

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[L-R] Muhammad Faisal B Abu Bakar, Chua Li Heng, Ahmad Mikhail Rauff and Mohamed Aniq B Mohamed Iqbal (2G) solve a quest at one of the stations at Springleaf Naturepark during the level camp.

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2I students walk out of the water after testing their life jackets for buoyancy. They were then all set for the full-day kayaking expedition at Sembawang Park.

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2T students are all smiles as they pose for a picture during the outdoor cooking activity.

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[Clockwise from left] Wei Rongde Bernard, Benson Lin, Derrick Cheong Ruifeng and Emre Adam B Rayyan Danial Ovinis (2E) demonstrate great teamwork in moving the kayak to the sea.

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Muhammad Akid Salihin B Aziz (2D) [centre] exudes confidence and excitement as he prepares to embark on the 24 km cycling expedition with his class.

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Secondary Three Level Camp 1

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Nina Asyhryna Bte Shahruddin (3E) poses for a picture during the cycling expedition. “Cycling on a mountain bike in Pulau Ubin was a brand new experience for me! I was very excited to try out the trails there with my classmates as we worked together to complete the expedition,” said Nina.

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[L-R] Wan Muhammad Irfan B Wan Effendi (3T) and Mr Kenneth Yong pause to pose for a picture during the kayaking expedition. “We got to explore the mangroves and see animals like mudskippers. I also got to know my form teacher better as he was my partner,” said Irfan.

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3G students look out for marine life during their learning journey. “Seeing Chek Jawa at low tide was an eye-opener for me. I understand that it is important to keep our environment pollution free to keep the mangroves in a healthy state,” said Shin Thant Te Aung (3G).

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[L-R] Whillianne Claire Aviles Raneses, Iman Akidah Bte Mohamad Faizal, Clarisse Chan Shi Ting and Pyae Sone Khin (3G) happily pose for a picture after placing their belongings in their tent.

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The campers wave their light sticks enthusiastically in the air during the campfire. “The campfire was the highlight of the camp for me! Everyone was dazzled by the light sticks!” exclaimed Imeldza Arissa Hazelynn Bte Zakariyah (3F).

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Sleeping in tents so near to the beach allowed us to listen to the sounds of the waves when we woke up!

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Secondary Four & Five Level Camp 1

The EM exposed me to the finesse required to prepare intricate desserts. For example, the fruit tart that I made required precise skills or the final product will be damaged.

- TAN JUN YUEN LOYCE (4D) [1st from right] 2

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The Culinary Skills Elective Module (EM) students proudly showcase the dishes that they have prepared.

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Danish Mirza B Hisham (4T) helps out with the hall decorations during the display. “The Events Management EM gave me an insight into what the course entails, which helps me when considering it as a potential course of choice in Polytechnic,” said Danish.

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Students pay close attention to the ball during the softball game. “The softball inter-class games experience not only allowed me to forge stronger bonds with my classmates, it also allowed me to mingle with my fellow school mates from other classes who eventually became my friends,” said Muhammad Haziq Hizkil B Ahmad (4D) [L].

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Siti Rahmah Bte Hamran [L] and Ramos Naomi Myka Ebdane [R] (4G) brief the rest of the players on the rules of the Dodgeball game. “The inter-class Dodgeball games was a great platform for me to test my leadership skills. I had to work with new people and I learnt that it is not easy to come up with a solution that pleases everybody. However, seeing the happy faces during the games made all the hard work worth it,” said Siti Rahmah.

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Students showcase what they have learnt during their Sports and Fitness EM. “I was really nervous to perform on stage for the first time but being there with my friends motivated me and made me want to give my best. I learnt that having fortitude and not giving up when encountering challenges may result in memorable experiences,” said Harith Danial B Shamsuddin (4E) [centre].

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Student Leaders Investiture 1

It has been a great honour serving the school as the Student Council President and I would like to encourage the incoming student leaders to take the school to greater heights.

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Outgoing Student Council President, Nurul Huda Bte Mohd H (4T) gives her speech during the investiture.

A proud moment for Ms Lin Kaili as she pins the Class Leader badge for Shariffah Batrisyia Bte Syed Firdaus (3E).

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The Co-Curricular Activities leaders march into the hall, all dressed in their respective attire for the ceremony. The march-in is led by the Sports Leaders from the Badminton team.

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The outgoing and incoming Student Council Executive Committee all set for the handover ceremony. The passing over of tie pins from the seniors to juniors symbolises the handover of the leadership responsibilities.

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Led by the incoming Student Council President, Marcelo Kurt Sebastian Vasquez (3T) [centre], the Student Leaders recite the Student Leaders’ Creed with pride,

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Rynelissa Bte Ryhan (2G) [R] gives her fellow Student Councillor, Nur Aina Basyirah Bte Nurhadi (2G) [L] a congratulatory hug. “We did it!” exclaimed Rynelissa.

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Student Leadership Programme 1

This experience has certainly opened my eyes to the various possibilities for our students taking on leadership roles in the business realm.

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Teachers in the Student Leadership team visit MOX Creative Studios to better understand the youth culture and leadership within a startup company.

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During the Emerging Leaders Expedition, Secondary Two Student Leaders Cindy Lim Geok Lian (2E) [L] and Yohannce Tan Sy (2I) [R] display environmental awareness and grit by picking litter while hiking amidst heavy rain.

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The Student Leaders from the Emerging Leaders Programme proudly pose for a picture with the school flag after completing a hike and contributing to the community through participating in a ‘Walk for Rice’ event.

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Jazmine Claire Balancio Macapagal (2G) [2nd from right] conducts an activity for the elderly as part of the Kampung Walkathon, organised in collaboration by ActiveSG and Ground-Up Initiative. This partnership aimed to develop students’ servant leadership competencies so that they can create positive change in the Yishun community.

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Bryan Lim (4E) shares his drawing and explains what it means to him during the Class Leaders Workshop.

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The expedition was exciting as we discovered many new pathways and park connectors with sports leaders from other schools.

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Sedric Teo Yong Jun (3I) [L] and Leon Aghari B Robae (3E) [R] pause for a quick break before continuing their cycling expedition. This was one of the activities in the ActiveSG Youth Sports Leaders Camp, a 5-day leadership development programme for selected sports CCA leaders.

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Students go through a briefing prior to a unique experience of having a campfire at the Marina Bay floating platform as part of the Youth Sports Leaders Camp.

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Brooksians pose for a picture at the end of the day.

“I never imagined that I would be able to sleep in a tent on the Marina Bay floating platform and enjoy the view of the Marina Bay Sands at night,” said Lim Yan Shan (3T) [2nd row, 2nd from right].

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Sports CCA Student Leaders lead Primary Four students in a teambuilding activity during the N6 Cluster Camp.

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CCA Student Leaders undergo a facilitation skills workshop and activities, in preparation for their facilitation sessions with their respective CCAs.

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Brooksians paddle hard during the Outrigger Canoeing activity trial with the Outdoor Education Branch. “It was a tiring experience but I enjoyed it as it required a lot of teamwork to get the canoe moving forward!” exclaimed Ahamed Kabeer Faseeha (1I) [L].

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Yam Rachael (3T) focuses on tackling one of the stations in the National Orienteering Race. “The relay category is always a high pressure event with all eyes on us, but I’m glad we did well!” said Rachael.

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[L-R] Yam Rachael (3T), Grace Liew Yeng Yein (2I) and Yu Qiman (2T) proudly receive their trophy from Mr Nick Chan.

“I’m very happy that our hard work has produced results as we came in first for the relay category!” said Grace.

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Winners of the ‘C’ Division Girls Category grin broadly as they accept their medals.

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Brooksians pose with visiting students from Japan’s Chuo University Junior High School after a rock climbing experience at the school’s rock wall. Lee Yi Xuan (3F) recalls, “The opportunity to share about rock climbing through our Outdoor Education lesson was one to cherish as I got to bond closely with my Japanese buddy through the activity.”

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Brooksians representing Singapore at the Asian Junior Youth Orienteering Championships in Japan hold up the Singapore flag with pride.

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The team receives tips from their Coach Eugene Chew on navigating dense forests in Japan.

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Yu Qiman (2T) [2nd from left] gets ready at the starting line with athletes from China, Korea, Hong Kong and Japan, before the relay race begins.

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I was very nervous as the first runner, so I focused on running well!

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Special Pull-Out and Re-integration (SOaR) Programme 1

Benson Lin (2E) [L] and Yu Qiman (2T) [R] warm up by sprinting. After the warm-up, the team played frisbee in the field where they applied all the techniques they had learned during the theory lessons. The Ultimate Frisbee Sports Programme, which was conducted weekly for selected students, aims to encourage them to lead an active lifestyle and inculcate self-discipline.

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Ng Kah Wee (3E) [L] prepares to throw a frisbee to attempt to freeze Daniel Tan (2T) [R] from the opposing team. Through the programme, the students developed skills, knowledge and even interest in the sport.

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Daniel Tan Yan Heng (2T) surveys the action on the field as he serves as an umpire for the Secondary Three Inter-Class Ultimate Frisbee Competition. Members of the programme also had the opportunity to plan and execute an inter-class competition for their peers during the post exam period.

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As the scorekeeper, Kevien Tan Ke Jun (2D) keeps track of the gameplay on the field.

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Teachers of the SOaR programme pose with the winners of the inter-class competition from 3E. One of the teachers in charge, Mr Eng Sze Shean [L] said, “I believe the programme helps our students to maximise their potential. They had the opportunity to learn to work together, develop skills in a sport, and serve the school.”

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Invigorating. This is how I feel whenever I am on the field.

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After-School Engagement Programme 1

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I thought it would be easy but it wasn’t! The challenge I faced was trying not to let the ribbon slip off my fingers.

After several attempts, I finally managed to make a few ketupats. I learned to be more patient and not to give up in any task that I do even though it may be difficult.

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An eager participant in the Ketupat-making Workshop organised by a few Malay teachers in the lead-up to Hari Raya Puasa. Tan Kar Wee Alvin (1I) focuses on weaving the ketupat. “It’s more difficult than solving Math equations!” said Alvin.

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A fast learner, Mr Muhammad [R] quickly masters the technique and jumps in to teach Seri Syamila Bte Mohd Yusoff (4T) [L] how to make ketupat. He said, “Such an activity should be organised as a yearly affair to promote cohesion and bonding with students.”

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Students and teachers proudly hold up their successfully made ketupat.

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An instructor explains road safety guidelines and tips during a Safe Riding Workshop conducted for selected students who ride to school.

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Abdul Raheem S/O Abdul Salim (4T) [R] puts into practice the safe riding tips that he picked up during the workshop, while Hassmetra Perumal (2T) [L] played the role of a pedestrian.

Students were enriched by the experiential and authentic approach to learning.

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A group of students strategise on the best way to hit the pool ball successfully into the hole.

This is a common sight in the Champions’ Lodge, a place where students can unwind with their friends.

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Students de-stress after a long day in school by coming in with their friends and playing their favourite games on the PlayStation 4. Students are encouraged to show graciousness by limiting their playing time so that others can get a chance to play too.

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Ee Yi Ling (4D) [L] and Mohamad Rhyane Shayhidann B Mohamad Salleh (1G) [R] present their group work to the rest of the students, at the Managing Emotions Workshop on 27 March, organised by youth workers from Calvary Community Care. Such workshops are intended to help students become better versions of themselves.

At the end of the Managing Emotions Workshop, student participants take a photo with Ms Adeline Tan [1st from right], a youth worker from Calvary Community Care. Ms Tan comes in every day to oversee the afterschool engagement programme and build rapport with our students.

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The ASE programme provides me, as a youth worker, an opportunity to interact with and get to know more about the students.

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The year has come and gone in a flash, let’s reflect on the moments that kept our flame burning bright – whether it was kick starting 2019 with gigantic balls in the school hall to ‘get the ball rollin’, or singing along to nostalgic songs on Teachers Day. Let us celebrate our journey and the bonds we have forged, as one Brooksian family towards 2020.

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Brooksian Talent Showcase (BTS) 1

It was a really great and fun experience, we hope to be able to do even more next year!

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[L-R] Cindy Lim Geok Lian (2E), Kimnee Tan Xin Hui (2I) and Yohannce Tan SY (2I) deliver a powerful dance item to the beat of a three-song medley at the White Stage Alight segment of BTS. In its fourth year, BTS features students, staff and alumni, covering a wide range of performances and items ranging from drama to beatboxing.

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Modern Dance hits the stage with their eclectic interpretation of the theme ‘Colours’.

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Mr Timothy Ting [back row, right] accompanies students from his form class - Nur Andrianni Bte Mohamed Mirza [back row, left], Balqis Humaira Bte Mohammad Faisal [front row, left] and Natasha Delaila Bte Roslan [front row, right] (2T) - to deliver a sweet rendition of the Ed Sheeran song ‘Perfect’.

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Nur Nadhrah Bte Mohamad Jaafar [L] and Zachary Isaac Anugraham [R], who graduated from the school in 2017, cover the hit song ‘Shallow’ from the movie ‘A Star Is Born’. The show-stopping rendition earned them a standing ovation from the crowd.

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Domingo Guen Pamplona (3D) takes on Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata with great concentration and focus.

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Chinese New Year Celebration (CNY) 1

We worked as a whole class to come up with a long dragon so that most of my classmates could join in the dragon dance. It was fun and I feel that we bonded together as a class and depicted the value in our class name - Teamwork!

- MUHAMAD NUR ZULHUSNI (4T) [2nd from left]

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4T students and Ms Melissa Nicolich [R] proudly display their creation - a dragon made out of recyclable materials. As part of the CNY festivities this year, every class worked together to create their own dragon. These creations were put on display during the school’s CNY concert.

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To kick off the CNY concert, Principal Mr Nick Chan, together with Student Council President Marcelo Kurt Sebastian Vasquez (3T) [L] and Vice-President Choh Bao Ngoc Betty (3E) [R], set off a line of ‘firecrackers’ made out of red balloons.

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Muhammad Ilhan Ezra (5G) [front] leads his classmates in a jubilant display of the dragon their class had created.

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Clad in red tops to usher in the CNY, 4G students gather for a class photo with their form teachers.

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Character and Citizenship Education: Recyclatron 1

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We had to carry a lot of items.

However, it was fun because I got to bond with my classmates. I learnt about the importance of our school value, teamwork. At the end of the day, I also felt happy that I managed to do my part for the community - AUNI QAIYIESHAH BTE MOHAMMED SULAIMI [centre]

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Student helpers distribute food and drinks to fellow Brooksians before they embark on the school’s annual recyclables collection drive, Recyclatron.

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[L-R] Lee Rui Sheng John, Deng Xin Yuan and Tan Soon Yee Amy (4G) pose for a photo with a Yishun resident after explaining to her the benefits of using energy-efficient appliances.

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All smiles as a group of 2D students proudly display the recyclable items that they had collected from the residents.

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Together with the teachers who accompanied them for Recyclatron, 2G students pose for a final photo after doing their bit for the environment. “I was happy to see that my class had a lot of opportunities to express themselves as they approached the public to speak about the importance of recycling,” said Ms Wendy Lee (2G Form Teacher) [L].

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The block party was a good platform for our Brooksians to impact the community.

- MR HENRY NG (YEAR HEAD) [3rd from right]

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Muhammad Aufa Naufal Herwan and Kelly Ang Jia Li (2T) play a game of Bingo with some elderly residents during a block party at Block 438 Yishun Avenue 11. As part of efforts to reach out to the community, Secondary Two students collaborated with Northwest CDC to organise a series of block parties for Yishun Avenue 11 residents celebrating National Day or Racial Harmony Day.

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Brooksian teachers pose with Mohamad Saddiq B Mohamad [3rd from left], a member of School Advisory Committee, representatives from Yishun Community Centre.

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In a show of spontaneity, Cindy Lim Geok Lian and Khaizuran Syahiran B Jumari (2E) pull their Form Teacher Mr Gavin Ler in for a short performance of the National Day songs during the block party.

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Representatives from Yishun Link Community Centre, North West Community Development Council and the Yishun community gather around a National Day-themed cake to celebrate the nation’s birthday during one of the block parties.

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Sovann Teh Yang Ray [L] and Ng Jin Han [R] (3I) present their findings during a Service Learning class discussion. As part of the Design Thinking Process, students were tasked to brainstorm possible solutions to address the needs of the elderly from All Saints Home.

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3I students research on possible solutions to address the needs of the elderly from All Saints Home during a session prior to visiting the home.

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Imeldza Arissa Hazelynn Bte Zakariyah and Nor Syahin B Zahari (3F) interact with an elderly resident from All Saints Home (Yishun) as part of their Service Learning project. This session served as a platform for the students to get to know the elderly better and understand their needs.

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3F students teach a group of elderly residents from All Saints Home the rules of a game they had prepared for them.

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Communication between nations is important in order to understand various perspectives, so that countries involved can come to an agreed resolution.

Otherwise, conflicts may escalate and will not be beneficial for everyone.

Students read articles on Total Defence from the IN section of The Straits TImes intently.

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Our Vice Principal, Mrs Chithra Venkatraman [front, centre], joined by [back row, L-R] Gan Zi Xiang (4I), Mr Ivan Wu, Mdm Kunjuraman Madavy Nair and Mr Muhammad Khairi, take centre stage to express how everyone plays an important role in the defence aspects of Singapore.

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Anson Chan Ze Yuan (1T) [seated, centre] practising some basic bandaging skills on Mrs Michelle Tan (Form Teacher of 1T) [L].

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Staff and Brooksians all clad in their uniforms commemorating Total Defence Day – “Together We Keep Singapore Strong.”

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Mr Ivan Wu, Mrs Sasidharan Indra Devi and a couple of students from 4T listen to Eryyan Shah Khan B Mohamed Z (4T) presenting his thoughts on the maritime dispute between Singapore and Malaysia.

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Hari Raya Concert 1

I had a great time performing with my CCA teammates, especially since it is my last year here in Northbrooks. I am glad to be a part of this performance as I got to learn more about the Malay culture.

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Students from the different races come together as one to perform dikir barat on stage.

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Teachers and students involved in Hari Raya Concert 2019 pose for a picture at the end of the concert. The concert would not have been possible without their hardwork and dedication!

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Elyse Emyra Bte Mohamed Rayhan (3T) [L] and Shariffah Batrisyia Bte Syed Firdaus (3E) [R] put up a skit as mother and daughter.

They spoke about the significance of Hari Raya Aidilfitri during the concert.

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The emcees Betty Chau Bao Ngoc (3E) [L] and Mohammad Haisan B Anand (3T) [centre] interact with Gan Zi Xiang (4I) [R] during the mini quiz segment. The emcees got the students to answer questions related to Hari Raya Aidilfitri during the concert.

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Students share about the two different types of Baju Melayu worn by men during Hari Raya Aidilfitri. Marcelo Kurt Sebastian Vasquez [1st from right] and Muhammad Ariff B Mohammed [2nd from right] (3T), coincidentally wore the two different types of Baju Melayu which are known as Baju Melayu Cekak Musang and Baju Melayu Teluk Blangah.

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I am glad that I can introduce my hometown to my schoolmates.

They are able to know more about Myanmar through this.

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[L-R] Yee Mon Oo (3T), Pyae Sone Khin (3G), Aung Kyaw Myo (3G) and Shin Thant Te Aung (3G) set up a booth to introduce the culture and tradition of Myanmar during the International Friendship Day 2019 NATAS Fair.

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A group of International students (IS) and Singapore Permanent Resident (PR) students and teachers experience breaking fast together at Asyaffa Mosque. They had the opportunity to serve some foreign workers before breaking fast.

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3I and 3D student volunteers for the Gambas MAEC Ramadhan Iftar 2019 pose for a picture with Grassroots Adviser, Mr Ong Ye Kung (seated, centre) after the event. “This was my first breaking of fast experience. It was a good opportunity for me to come out of my comfort zone and at the same time, contribute back to the society,” shared Gong Bentian (3I)[seated, fourth from L].

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[L-R] Tham Si En, Yohannce Tan SY, Kimnee Tan Xin Hui and Chloe Angela Sanchez Jaucian (2I) pose for a picture during a Duck Tour learning journey. “I was able to understand more about Singapore and I really appreciated this opportunity,” said Yohannce.

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Secondary 1 students experience the making of the Eagor rangoli (an Indian art form in which patterns are created on the floor or ground using materials such as coloured rice, dry flour, coloured sand or flower petals). “This was my first rangoli making experience.

It was really fun as we got to experience the Indian culture with our friends and at the same time we got to help out with the Deepavali decoration,” said Chen Bingxin (IT).

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Erin Maitri Zou [R] and Lim Zi Xin [2nd from right] (3I), present information about Indonesia to their fellow schoolmates visiting their booth during IFD.

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[L-R] Grace Liew Yeng Yien, Audrey Sim E’xin and Eeshaa (2I) look intently at information on New Zealand as they answer the questions in the NATAS (Northbrooks Association of Travel Ambassadors, Singapore) ‘passport’.

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With wide grins across their faces, Brooksians show their readiness and enthusiasm in celebrating Rachial Harmony Day!

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Mrs Wright Yi Na captivates 2D students with her impassioned performance of a Chinese Singaporean’s narrative on race relations.

“I found the station to be interesting as it allowed me to see that we should not stereotype people based on their race,” shared Muhammad Syahmil B Sahmad (2D).

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2E students listen closely to Ms Melissa Nicolich as she explains to them about ethnic enclaves in Singapore.

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I found out that there are places in Singapore that nationalities such as the Burmese or the Thai people can gather to get a taste of home!

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National Day 1

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The Boys Brigade, National Cadet Corps (Air), National Police Cadet Corps and Red Cross Youth, stand tall and proud during the National Day Observance Ceremony, led

by Sergeant Liyana Nazurah Bte Mohamed Hari (3F) from the Red Cross Youth.

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Staff Sergeant Ho Cong Sheng (3I) and Staff Sergeant Ng Yu Yang, Darius (3I) from National Cadet Corps [back, L-R], and Sergeant Fong Jing Nan Derrick (3G) and Sergeant Lim Zhi Yong, Elijah (3E) from The Boys’ Brigade [front, L-R], hold the Singapore Flag and get ready to march in for the National Day Observance Ceremony.

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A Brooksian project showcases the collective work of storyboards by Secondary 2 5 classes for the Inter-class Storyboard Competition. The vibrant and informative bicentennial exhibition tells the stories and events of Singapore’s history for over 200 years.

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Brooksian teachers dressed in red and white proudly wave the Singapore flag. “It is always heart-warming to see both staff and students dressed in red and white, filled with immense pride during National Day celebration in Northbrooks,” said Ms Linda Marie, HOD/Character and Citizenship Education [front row, centre].

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Secondary 2I students in a joyous and celebratory mood as they enjoy the celebration with their classmates and wave the Singapore Flag with pride.

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I felt really happy doing the National Day activity together as a class while singing National Day songs and we were able to bond as a class. I love my class very much!

- JUANA ARDHANTY (2I) [front row, right]

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Deserving Champions of the Secondary 3 Inter-Class Volleyball Competition (Boys) on 22 May. The 3D team planned several practice sessions to improve on the skills that they learnt during PE lessons.

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Intense football match played between the girls teams from 4G and 4E. The match was played during the Secondary 4 Inter-Class Football Competition on 18 July. For the first time, the competition also catered to Girls’ teams so that the girls could demonstrate the skills they picked up during PE.

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Mr Alex Ang [R] about to deliver a cross to Mr Sanjay Radakrishna [L] in a friendly staff vs students football match.

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Northbrooks Representatives for the N6 Cluster Frisbee Competition during the Health Fiesta at Yio Chu Kang Secondary School on 7 April. The team was formed by students from Secondary 2 Empathy who had practiced as a team during PE lessons.

The match was a good platform to display camaraderie between the staff and student teams. There was sportsmanship and great joy as we enjoyed the company and the opportunity to have fun together. We certainly showed a different side of teachers to the students during the game.

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Teachers’ Day Celebration 1

Northbrooks’ teachers recite the Teachers’ Pledge and renew their dedication and commitment to the teaching service.

“Reciting the Teachers’ Pledge affirms my belief and passion that teaching is heart work, and it is a reminder to myself to be the best teacher I can be to my students,” said Mr Sanjay s/o Radakrishna [centre].

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Mr Muhammad brings the house down with his rendition of ‘Hit Me Baby One More Time’

by Britney Spears in the game show, Don’t Forget the Lyrics’. “I felt extremely surprised and entertained by this segment of the concert, especially by Mr Muhammad’s spontaneity!” chirped Belden Tan Liat Hong (3T), one of the students in the audience.

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With wide grins across their faces, teachers in Northbrooks participate actively in the Great Singapore Workout, one they are familiar with from their childhood memories.

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Secondary 3F students play a round of ‘Blow Wind Blow’ as part of the Form Teachers Appreciation segment with their form teacher, Ms Kerina Tan. “I enjoyed the game segment that my class planned!” she exclaimed.

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The Student Council closes the Teachers’ Day celebration with a funky dance that they choreographed.

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Teachers’ Day was such a unique and memorable experience for me. I remember the fear I felt whether things would go wrong on the day itself and all our hard work would go to waste. I am relieved that things went smoothly and our beloved teachers were able to have a good time.

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Alumni Homecoming 1

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More than 100 alumni, teachers and excolleagues turn up for the Homecoming on 27 July. It was a joyous reunion for all to catch up and enjoy the evening together.

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The Homecoming Organising Committee 2019 poses for a picture at the end of the event.

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Ng Hong Zhi [standing, left] and Ling Wai Theng [standing, right] (Class of 2015) relive their Northbrooks memories during the ‘Brooksian Memory Lane’ activity.

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Estella Astrid Shanya Almendras (Class of 2018) shares with Mr Nick Chan her postsecondary school life.

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Muhammad Nurhikmah B Sahri (Class of 2014) dedicates his self-composed song, ‘Homecoming’, to everyone present at the event.

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Northbrooks has definitely left a great impact on my life. Having spent 5 years in this school, coming back to contribute again after 13 years gives me this feeling of returning home again.

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Neo Yu Xuan Amaris Lois (3F) [R] exudes confidence as a leader as she shares with the parents of Primary Six students on how the school’s Opus Magnum room is used to showcase Brooksian’s stained glass pieces. “This tour has helped me to understand Northbrooks better and developed my leadership skills. I have also become a confident speaker after leading the tour for the parents and students,” said Amaris.

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Showing his pride as a Brooksian, Ding Zhao Yang (3E) [R] introduces the school’s Applied Leaning Programme - Aerospace to a parent.

All Brooksians attend ALP lessons when they are in Lower Secondary.

“Leading the tour has helped me to build my confidence in public speaking. I have also learnt the importance of adapting to the needs of the different audience and I customise the tour accordingly,” said Zhao Yang.

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Aryan Ajay Deshpande (3G) [centre] highlights some of the artefacts created by the YFC students to the visitors. He also took the opportunity to demonstrate how to use the flight simulator. Many potential Secondary 1 students were excited to try out the simulator.

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CCA Leader Imeldza Arissa Hazellynn Bte Zakariyah (3F) facilitates a Rock Climbing experience for a Primary 6 student by assisting her with the tying of the rope and providing a safety briefing. The primary school students who tried out rock climbing enjoyed the experience!

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The tour was an enjoyable experience as I got to introduce our ALP to the parents and students. I learnt how to think on the spot to answer the questions, and also how to communicate well with my other CCA Leaders.

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Every CCA experience is like pitching a tent – finding a safe place where you can learn and build lifelong bonds with your peers. Continually develop yourself and your juniors, for these memories will be with you till adulthood!

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CCA Display Day 1

We worked together to decorate our booth with R.C. planes, awards and posters, so that we could attract Secondary One students to join our CCA. - XING YUAN

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Master Sergeant Lim Xing Yuan (4I) [centre] leads his cadets to set up their booth for CCA Display Day, which was held on the last day of the Secondary One Orientation.

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Sergeant Nur Ezra Qistina Bte Rosli (4E) [L] from the National Police Cadet Corps demonstrates how the police gather fingerprints during investigations.

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Drama Club members, all decked out in a variety of character costumes, rove around the school inviting students to join them.

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Leifsen Law (4G) [L] from the Infocomm Club explains the different functions of a camera to Xendra Tan Qian Yi [centre] and Nur Suhada Ramadhani Bte Zulkiflee (IT) [R].

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Suraj Selvan Panneer Selvan (4E) from the Floorball team guides Muhammad Afiq B Samat (1G), as he tries his hand at using a floorball stick.

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Nur Aina Basyirah Bte Nurhadi (2G) and Aqilah Bte M D Sabri (2I) present their ideas to fellow participants from the Secondary Two Student Council Events Management workshop. “I have learnt that when planning events, we need to consider the purpose of the event, our target audience, and what we want to achieve at the end,” shared Nur Aina.

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Student Council President Marcelo Kurt Sebastian Vasquez (3T) and Vice-President Chau Bao Ngoc Betty (3E) introduce the role of the Student Council to the newly-selected Secondary One student councillors. “I remember sitting there two years ago as one of them.

It feels surreal to be standing here today, sharing with these juniors the purpose of the Student Council,” reflected Kurt.

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[L-R] Anugerah Saputerah (3D), Muhammed Zamree Bin Zainuddin (3D) and Ding Zhao Yang (3E) pose for a photo with the school’s beloved mascot, Eagor, on Friendship Day, held on 14 February.

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As part of the Tie Ceremony, Muhammed Zamree (3D) [R] guides his mentee, Dendi Ritvik Reddy (1F) [L] on how to put on a tie.

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Ding Zhao Yang (3E) [L] and Aryan Ajay Deshpande (3G) [R] share their group’s key points of discussion with their cohort mates on ways that they can ‘Encourage the Heart’, during a workshop on Visioning.

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The band members keep their focus on their conductor Mr Samuel Tan as they run through a final round of sound checks before their Singapore Youth Festival (SYF) Arts Presentation performance.

The Band eventually received a Certificate of Accomplishment in recognition of its efforts.

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Clarinetists shake off their nerves before heading into the hall to take their place on stage for SYF.

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[L-R] Raiyan Dzairy B Ridzaidean (1I) and Huang Yangmile (2G) tune their French horns to warm up before their performance at the National Day Heartlands Celebrations.

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Xia Minhao [L] and Wang Zi Yuan [R] (4G) enjoy a well-deserved break from rehearsals. After a grueling season of multiple performances, band members were rewarded with a time of bonding over games.

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Atikah Qistina Bte Abdul Rasid (4G) [R], the Band Major and leader of Northbrooks Concert Band 2018, hands over a conductor’s baton to Lee Yi Xuan (3F) [L]. The handover ceremony signifies the transformation of one band to another, for every generation owns a different sound.

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Dramalites celebrate the successful staging of their play at this year’s Singapore Youth Festival (SYF), titled ‘Not Enough’. The play, inspired by their own real life experiences and dilemmas as teenagers, clinched the Certificate of Accomplishment.

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During the rehearsals for the SYF, Holmberg Glennis (1T) [centre] took on the assistant stage manager role for the first time. She said, “I was feeling nervous even though I was just standing in for the rehearsal, because it was the first time I was on stage and my role was important to ensure that the rehearsal goes smoothly.”

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Belden Tan Liat Hong (3T) [L], Vice-President of Drama Club, rehearses with his juniors who are performing in school for the first time for the National Day celebrations. He said, “It was an honour to perform at a school event.”

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Prior to the final performance for the year, the Dramalites went on a learning journey to dive into the world of puppetry. Excited about the workshop, Amirul Rifqi B Maszrudean (3I) [centre], President of Drama Club, said, “It is a good experience for all of us to learn a skill that not many of us know. It is also a time for us to bond.”

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Dramalites are all smiles after their final public performance for the year, a puppetry piece devised by the students titled “The Attitude of Gratitude”. The performance was part of the Community Film & Theatre Festival at Radin Mas Community Centre. Victoria Tan Si Qi (2D) [centre, in orange], played the main role as a ‘live puppet’.

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The Sec 5 students put in such commendable effort for SYF. They only had 3 months to learn and practice the songs while their juniors had learnt and practised for almost a year. They were great role models who inspired their juniors.

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The Guzheng Ensemble plays festival songs during the Chinese New Year Concert, captivating the audience with their music.

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Koo Jia En (3G) [L] teaches students from other CCAs how to play a simple guzheng tune during the Visual and Performing Arts CCA Camp. “Teaching others is really interesting and it’s helped to build up my confidence,” she said.

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The Guzheng members play their Singapore Youth Festival (SYF) Arts Presentation (Guzheng) during a rehearsal, with great focus and determination to achieve the desired goal.

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Ng Hong Yew Glenn (5G) tunes his Guzheng during the rehearsal of SYF 2019.

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Members play games during the CCA Exchange with Nanyang Girls’ High School. Erin Maitri Zou (3I) [in red, L] declared, “As the VicePresident, I learnt how to facilitate an activity with students from another school.”

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Dancers perform during CCA Display Day to entice Secondary One students to join the CCA.

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The dancers mark out their positions during the final rehearsal before their performance for the Singhealth Quality Service Award Ceremony, which was held on 15 January.

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The dancers pose for a group photo before their performance at the Singapore Youth Festival (SYF) Arts Presentation for Dance on 11 April. They achieved the Certificate of Accomplishment for their energetic performance.

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Dancers use movement and facial expressions to convey happy and carefree emotions, during their performance on Speech Day. Niki Sonia Noushin Saleh (4G) [centre] said, “It was an unforgettable moment as it was one of the last few performances with my friends!

Can’t wait to see what my juniors have to offer in the future!” exclaimed Niki Sonia Noushin Saleh (4G).

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The dancers entertain the school with a combined performance with Nanya Middle School students from China.

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The dancers have put in much effort and many hours in their training. We are proud of them!

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Yee Mon Oo (3T) guides a resident in making an apple pie box from recycled toilet rolls during the Environmental Awareness Day organised by Orchid Vista Residents’ Committee on 10 March.

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Gwendolyn Neo Su Ping (2D) [L] and Ng Miao Qin Megan (3F) [R] work on their tetra pak recycled products at a workshop conducted

by Green Sproutz Singapore. “I learnt how to use recycled tetra paks to make wallets and cardholders!” said Gwendolyn.

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[Clockwise from bottom left] Ng Miao Qin Megan (3F), Gwendolyn Neo Su Ping (2D), Eeshaa (2I) and Jazmine Claire Balancio Macapagal (2G) sort and clean the tetra paks that are recycled by their schoolmates. These tetra paks were then used to create their recycled game booths and recycled art!

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Ms Diana Ghazali (Art teacher) [back] sketches the wall mural while EAC members help to paint it. The proposed wall mural was a successful joint project by EAC members and the Green Ambassadors to create Northbrooks’ green corner.

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Members give away handmade photo frames and help residents to personalise their own frames for their photos at the Embracing Parenthood event with Orchid Vista RC on 30 August.

The activity boosted the students’ confidence as they saw the residents enjoy the make-and-take session.

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It’s crucial to test the system at least 15 minutes before the start of the concert, because the team needs time to troubleshoot any issues.

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Azlynn Nabillah Bte Zainal Abidin and Nur Marsya Bte Mohamed Johari (2T) perform their routine assembly duty. As a team, they learn from each other how to manage the complexities of the school’s Public Announcement system.

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Muhammad Nur Izwan Shah B Muhammad Ridhuan (2E) tries to rectify a technical glitch during an assembly programme, single-handedly. Izwan is keenly aware that the sound mixer is a very sensitive equipment which needs to be handled with the appropriate skills.

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The Vice-Chairperson of the AVA club, Yam Rachael (3T) prepares the school hall’s audio-visual systems for the Teachers’ Day concert.

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Chua Li Heng (2G) prepares to play the National Anthem for morning assembly. With his training, he is able to navigate the computer system and project the various assembly programme slides swiftly.

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I used to focus on only photography but now I find videography equally interesting.

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CCA leaders conduct some ice-breakers to welcome the Secondary One students. They planned for members to play games in small groups to get to know each other better.

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Maya Alisa Bte Muhammad Aliff (1E) [L] and Xendra Tan Qian Yi (1T) [R] at their first duty after joining the CCA. They helped capture the important moments of Speech Day.

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Izsahqira Bte Ismail (3E) uses the video camera for the first time.

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Members on a learning journey at the newly-opened Jewel Changi Airport practised taking photographs of the beautiful structures there. “I’m very excited as this is my first time visiting Jewel Changi Airport,” said Mr Muhammad Khairi Md Nor[L], one of the teachers in-charge.

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Maya Alisa Bte Muhammad Aliff (1E) [L] and Nur Suhada Ramadhani Bte Zulkiflee (1T) [R] review the photographs they took, eager and excited about applying the photography techniques learnt during CCA.

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Soh Jun Yu Jordon (2T) [L] and Rayden Leau Tian En (2I) [R] observe and discuss the parts of a helicopter rotor as their fellow YFC cadets look on, during a visit to Bell Helicopter’s maintenance and repair facility. “Rayden, do you know why this rotor blade’s shape looks so different from a turbine engine fan blade?” asked Jordon.

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Our budding aviation professionals Sasidharan Shashvatha (3F) [L] and Alexis Thia (3I) [R] seek career guidance at the Civil Aviation Authority Singapore booth during the biennial Aviation Open House 2019.

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A proud moment for the participants of the annual Singapore Youth Flying Club Interschool First-Person View Drone competition. [LR] Anselm Nair (3G), Artiaga Tan Ren Lennard (3I), Aryan Ajay Deshpande (3G) and Shin Thant Te Aung (3G) had to overcome challenges to fly a drone with only the use of the camera within the shortest time.

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[L-R] Aryan Ajay Deshpande (3G), Jeremy Tan Kong Keat (3G) and Keane Tan Yee Chieh (3I) look on as a representative from Airbus explains how the futuristic drone works, during the Unmanned Systems Asia event.

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[L-R] Daryl Ng Hong Jun (2I), Danial Hadif B Yusuf (1G) and Jerome Soh (2G) had a fun time learning how to dismantle and reassemble a piston engine at the Singapore Polytechnic Aerohub during the Aircraft Propulsion Systems Course.

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The entire Badminton team gathers for a barbecue session in school, to send off the graduating students. It was a bittersweet moment as the seniors bid farewell to the school team.

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Led by Claire Aviles Raneses (3G), the girls from the ‘B’ Division team warm up before the start of the North Zone Badminton Tournament, preparing to fight hard in their matches against other schools.

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After a friendly match with Woodlands Ring Secondary School (WRSS), the boys’ team players from both sides shake hands and applaud each other’s efforts, in a show of sportsmanship.

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Badminton players from WRSS and Northbrooks gather for a picture after the friendly competition held on 26 July 2019.

New friendships were forged, as all players gave their best in both single and double matches.

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A positive, healthy competition will help build the students’ confidence level as they discover new skills.

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Strong teamwork is crucial. We need to work together to make sure we don’t allow our competitors to snatch the ball away.

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All eyes are on the ball as players from both sides try to gain possession, during one of the North Zone “B” Division Championship matches.

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Basketball players play a game with visiting students from Nanya Middle School. Evo Tan Hong Hui (2I) [R] said, “I got to play with new people and improve my basketball skills.”

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Nurnabiha Sabrina Bte Mohd Jaafar (2I) [centre] reaches out to support herself on the high elements course, during the Annual Sports Camp. She exclaimed, “It is difficult to do it alone. I’m glad my teammates cheered me on.”

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The Basketball girls’ team pose for a group shot after their game during the North Zone ‘C’ Division Championships.

“It was my first time participating, and the experience was very valuable,” said Foo Kai Xin Natalie (1F) [front row, 2nd from left].

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Tran Khoi Nguyen (3G) [R] deflected Nicholas Tan Yi Jie’s (2E) lay-up shot during a training session.

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‘C’ division floorballers cheer on their teammates, along with other Brooksian supporters. The ‘C’ division boys successfully made it to Round 2 of the National School Games ‘C’ Division Floorball Competition.

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Our ‘B’ division boys went to Penang for a cultural immersion trip, where they took part in a number of friendly games, including one with the Penang State Team.

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After a gruelling competition period, the team enjoys a hearty bonding time with food, no less.

The team believes firmly in the quote, “Work hard and play hard.” All smiles!

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Gavin Ng Kah Wee (3E) [L] gets ready to tackle the ball, during the ‘B’ Division Plate and Bowl Competition. The team gave their best in the games and came in second place.

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Hilmi Daniel B Mohd Sha’rani (2D) attempts a bouldering problem at the National Schools Bouldering Competition. “It was a challenging problem but I’m glad that I managed to complete it!” he quipped.

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Nur Aina Basyirah Bte Nurhadi [L] and Nor Eyzrah Aqirah Bte Sharin (2G) [R] work with their teammates to solve a puzzle during the Greendale Adventure Race. “It was fun to work with my teammates!” recalled Eyzrah. The team successfully emerged as champions in the girls category of the event.

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The ‘C’ Division Girls team prepare to race at Temasek Regatta, an annual dragon boating competition which builds communication and teamwork amongst teammates.

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Members dash off at the start of the Pesta Sukan Adventure Race organised by ActiveSG in Sentosa. Emre Adam B Rayyan Danial Ovinis (2E) said, “It’s always a challenging race due to the terrain, but our hard work in training paid off!”

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Members hike up Gunung Lambak, during an overseas trekking trip.

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We have been doing stairs training for months before our trip. It was tough but we were prepared for it!

- YEO HON XUAN BRYAN (2I)

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The Boys’ Brigade (BB) 1

The best way to make sense of what you have learnt is to put it to good use.

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Enrique Lim Wei Chen (3G) [R] demonstrates the skills that he has learnt in BB to help set up a campfire.

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Lim Zhi Yong, Elijah (3E) explains to a group of Secondary One students how to use the Nerf gun during CCA Display Day.

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Benson Lin (2E) steadies himself as he attempts to abseil down a wall.

Adventure training is one of the signature programmes the boys experience as BB cadets.

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Kelvin Yong Yuan That (2D) attempt Stand-Up Paddling (SUP) for the first time. Originating from an ancient Hawaiian tradition, SUP is an offshoot of surfing and is a growing sports activity in Singapore.

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[L-R] Anson Chan Ze Yuan (1T) Benson and Lee Zheng Yang (3T) clean the windows at the Yishun Life Student Care Centre as part of BB CARES (Community Activities Rallying Everyone to Serve).

BB CARES is an annual event that aims to nurture BB boys to serve and lead.

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Despite initial setbacks during the competition and the absence of a senior to guide him, Bryan displayed fortitude by not giving up and improving on his original balsa wood glider to come in 3rd in the category!

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Bryan Choo Wei Jie (2E) assembles his balsa wood glider for the annual NCC (Air) Competition on 29 June.

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Christomos Simanjuntak (3D) performs pull-ups as part of the annual NCC Fitness Challenge.

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Anugerah Saputera B Zainuddin (3D) [R] learns how to tie a knot from his course mate during the Senior Specialist Leaders Camp.

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Leow Rui Yang (3G) receives his Staff Sergeant rank upon successful completion of the Senior Specialist Leaders Camp.

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Muhammad Faisal B Abd Bakar (2G) attempts the Modified Obstacle Course during Camp STEEL, which stands for Standards, Tenacity, Emotional Intelligence, Energy and Leadership.

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It has been my dream and an honour to be selected as the flagbearer for the NPCC Annual Parade.

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Secondary Three cadets visit the Singapore Police Force (SPF) Former Combined Operations Room to learn more about how the SPF maintained law and order in the early days.

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Sathiya S/O Manimaran (3D) proudly carries the Northbrooks flag.

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Vermen Chua Zhen Yu (4E) [L] and K Thayalan (3E) [R] man the SGSecure booth at the Chong Pang Mini-Sports and Emergency Preparedness Day.

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Lee Jing Hui Elfin (2E) helps a group of preschool children understand what they need to do during an emergency situation - `Run, Hide and Tell’.

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Qistina Salsabiila Bte Idris (1E) and Nur Amalina Bte Azlan (1T) exhibit the Brooksian value of ‘Fortitude’ when they participated in the NParksorganised Habitat Enhancement project at Yishun Park.

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Neo Yu Xuan Amaris Lois (3F) [L] and Judith Rishalini Devarajan (3D) [R] perform traffic marshal duties at the Road Safety Community Park at East Coast Road. Role-playing as traffic police, they issued ‘summons’ to Primary Five participants when they broke the traffic rules.

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Through this programme, we aim to promote mutual understanding and international friendship between the youths of both countries. To welcome them, we planned a series of activities to showcase our Singaporean and Brooksian experiences.

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Guided by senior cadet Cheng Fang Ting (3T) [L], Iylia Alysha Bte Mo(hamed Hissham 2D) [2nd from left], and Amber Chua Yi Ting (2T) [R] help a casualty to safety.

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RCY cadets and delegates from the Japanese Red Cross Society are all smiles after a rock climbing activity on the school grounds.

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Amber Chua Yi Ting (2T) leads her fellow cadets at the CCA’s PassingOut Parade and Promotion Ceremony. “It was certainly a proud moment to be part of the Passing-Out-Parade where we honour and appreciate our graduating seniors for their dedication and hardwork.

They have shown us how to serve and also displayed integrity and fortitude in their relentless efforts to guide us juniors,” said Amber.

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RCY senior and junior cadets stand together for a final group photo before graduating cadets leave the CCA to focus on the national examinations.

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RCY cadets beam with pride after conducting their inaugural Blood Donation Drive held in school. Medical professionals came to help with the operations of the blood donation drive which saw Brooksians as well as the public coming forward to donate blood.

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Family isn’t always blood; it’s those you love and who love you back. As you journey these years with your Brooksian family, as you share laughter, tears, and hard work, remember to treasure each minute, for one day you will look back on this family you grew up in with fondness and love

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Conquer your fears and work towards your goals. Scale the mountains of Ambition and Dream. Soar high and reach the clouds; Create new paths and break new frontiers. Be the CHAMPION you are destined to be! Soaring, yet Rooted.

– Mrs Chithra Venkatraman

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School leaders, School Advisory Committee (SAC) members, and Parent Support Group members welcome the Guest of Honour, Mr Melvin Ang (Class of 2004) [5th from left]. This year’s theme, ‘Soaring Yet Rooted’, is also our school motto. It acknowledges the generations of Brooksian alumni who, like Melvin, have grown into individuals who have taken flight and achieved success in their own ways, while rooted in values.

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Members of the different Uniformed Groups collaborate with the Youth Flying Club to produce the Emergency Preparedness Performance, which highlighted how the different groups each play an important role in Singapore’s security and defence.

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During the Emergency Preparedness Performance, Siti Rahmah Bte Hamran (4G) plays the role of the Red Cross Youth and collects additional first aid supplies that were flown in via a drone during the crisis.

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Valerie Tan Yun Qian (4D) proudly displays the token of appreciation that she co-created with her art teacher, Ms Diana.

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It is always nice to see members of our alumni back to visit the school.

It is even more special when we see them coming back as successful individuals in their own right.

Melvin has been an inspiration for our Brooksians.

- MR IVAN WU (Head of Department, Humanities)

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Ramos Nheo Mickel Ebdane (2G) beams with pride as he receives the award for Top in Secondary One Express 2018 from Mr Melvin Ang. The event serves to recognise the many achievements of our Brooksians.

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Dancers wow the audience with an energetic performance during the prize-giving ceremony.

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Principal Mr Nick Chan [R] accompanies the SAC Chairman Mr William Choo [L] as they view the newly unveiled Heritage Wall. “The Heritage Wall hopes to capture the gist of our school’s history and heritage. Today’s unveiling of the Wall is just the beginning of more exciting things to come!” said Mr Eddy Norisman Ismail (Subject Head, Aesthetics).

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4I students listen intently to the speech given by their class chairperson. “It was a heartwarming moment to give my appreciation to my classmates and teachers who have journeyed with me through secondary school,” said Zenneth Tay, Chairperson of 4I.

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Class leaders of 4T, Eryyan Shah Khan B Mohamed Z [L] and Ong Jun Xiang [R] give their heartfelt speeches to the 4NA cohort. Jun Xiang said, “The memories that we made with our class will always have a special place in our hearts.”

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A sweet surprise ice-cream treat! “I’m so happy to share in the excitement of the Secondary 4 graduation day, and so very proud of them, too!” said Mrs Celine Goh, who has been the Form Teacher of 4D since they were in Secondary One.

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The 4 Express / 5 Normal (Academic) cohort gathers in the Brooks for a celebratory photo. “I truly believe that the Brooksian core values that have been instilled in me will continue to guide me as I move on to another phase of my life,” said Ng Hong Yew Glenn (5G). Glenn was promoted to the Normal (Academic) stream after Secondary One and went on to take his ‘O’ Levels in Secondary Five.

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Valerie Tan Yun Qian (4D) expresses her gratitude to her teachers and classmates for being there for her throughout her four years in the school.

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I am immensely proud to see our students blossom into responsible young adults and I believe that they will overcome any challenges they may face if they set their mind to it.

- MS LOW AIJIAO (Year Head)

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[L-R] Sean Teng, Michelle Goh and Jolanda Cheng Jia Ying (4I) smile for the camera.

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4T and 4E students enjoy each other’s company during Graduation Night.

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Ms Low Aijiao presents the 24th lucky draw prize to A’liya Lydia (4T).

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Mr Timothy Chong presents the sash to the newly-crowned prom king Amirul Mikhail Wijaya (4G).

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Suraj Selvan Panneer Selvan (4E) thrills the crowd with his energetic moves while dancing to a popular Korean song. He was taking part in a game that was played during the event.

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Credits and Acknowledgements This publication would not have been possible without the hard work and creative collaboration of many. A big THANK YOU to all staff, students and partners who have contributed in one way or another. We sincerely thank all page owners for your efforts in selecting photos, crafting captions and sourcing for quotes. Finally, we are especially grateful to our principal, Mr Nick Chan for his advice and support.

Editors and Designers Carolyn Leong Cinda Toh Diana Ghazali Jasvindar S. Singh Sangeeta Tamilarasan Wright Yi Na

Photography Adam Photography Northbrooks Infocomm Club

Special contributors Adam B Ahmad Chithra Venkatraman Alex Ang Lim Wan Yee Nuraida Ajmaain Sanjay Radakrishna Sharmila Sivalingam Vanessa Loo

Publisher Chung Printing Pte Ltd

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