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A comic book never fails to attract the attention of both the young and old for its eye-catching stylised visuals that unfold engaging narratives. Adopting a comic design for Yearbook 2021 is intentional as it is bound to bring a smile to the faces of Brooksians and our valued partners when they turn its pages and appreciate the rich Brooksian experience despite another year of living with Covid-19. By being proactive, and reactionary when the need arose, our school kept the Brooksian community together and safe. In spite of the pandemic, our school grew stronger together and stronger through innovation in curriculum, events and co-curricular activities as blended learning flourished with the harnessing of technology for teaching and learning. This is Northbrooks! This is our story of facing and overcoming challenges and celebrating successes in a year of many uncertainties. Enjoy!

This is Northbrooks!

The Northbrooks’ Story The Vision, Mission, Values & Motto The Crest The Anthem Principal’s Message

Stronger Together

Key Personnel Patron & School Advisory Committee Parent Support Group Alumni Staff Staff Learning & Development

Living With Covid

Stronger Through Innovation

Academic Enrichment Programmes Co-Curriculum Programmes Events Co-Curricular Activities

Together & Safe

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Secondary 1 - 3 classes

Class Of 2021

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Secondary 4 & 5 classes

Acknowledgements

Inner back cover

This is Northbrooks!

THE NORTHBROOKS’ STORY

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 VISION, MISSION, VALUES & MOTTO

Vision Every Brooksian A Champion, Impacting the Community.

Values

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

Graciousness Integrity Fortitude Teamwork Empathy Discipline

Motto Soaring Yet Rooted

THE CREST

s a t s u J WATER Just as Trees

is the basis of life, the school will provide a nurturing and challenging environment to inspire all Brooksians to learn and grow.

like Aspens and Giant Redwoods grow in groves supporting one another with their roots intert wined, people too are connected by a system of roots (our family and friends). When pounded by the storms of life, we need to hold one another up; like the Oak with their deep, penetrating roots, the School will build a strong foundation of moral values in all Brooksians so that they will have the moral courage to make the right choices in life; like the Oak spreading their branches to provide shelter and nesting place for birds, the school will provide opportunities for Brooksians to develop their talents and abilities to the fullest, so that they in turn can reach out to touch the lives of others.

Gold nd u o r g k Bac

With a firm foundation in moral values to guide their thinking, Brooksians will 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 wings to soar to great heights to achieve their dreams with integrity; and they will become people with values, of value to their community and to the nation.

THE 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 our 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!

PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE Though it has been a challenging t wo years, our amazing community in Northbrooks has not only enabled us to keep going but also thrive in these unprecedented times. Our Brooksians, teaching and non-teaching staff, School Advisory Committee (SAC) and Patron, Alumni, Parent Support Group (PSG), community partners and overseas partners, all play an integral part in ensuring that our Northbrooks ecosystem is a vibrant one. The pandemic has also amplified our Culture of Care and Grow in our school. Despite some early challenges, our Brooksians have managed to adapt well to the various safe management measures and the constraints caused by them. In addition, I am elated to see our peer support and student leaders play their part in supporting one another and leading in various activities. We recognise that students will need to wander, meander - even if it means getting some knocks along the way – in order to develop their interests as well as intellectual and social skills. Therefore, we will continue to create the space for them to articulate, try new things, lead and be empowered so that they can become confident and responsible individuals and team players. This is most evident, especially in our ser vice learning projects and the plethora of student-initiated and teacher-facilitated school programmes and events. For example, our new initiative this year, Brooksian Time, has resonated well with our students. Held once a week in the morning, Brooksian Time empowers students in leading and carrying out class activities on their own. Brooksians work together with their classmates to run programmes that run the gamut, from Aerospace, Student Leadership, Language, Peer Support to Character and Citizenship Education (CCE). We will continue to encourage student voice, student agency and ownership in our Brooksians to stretch their potential and encourage their passions. Our staff have also taken the lead and adapted very well during this difficult time while we tried to cope with the various demands and workload brought about by this new normal. Our affiliated partners, SAC/ Patron, Alumni and PSG, have also proactively come for ward to support the school in various ways. Supported by our SAC/ Patron, we held our inaugural Patron Challenge Shield, Northbrooks Glow Up. This challenge saw many Brooksians submitting their ideas and solutions to transform the Brooksian experience. To glow up means to transform mentally, physically and emotionally for the better and that is what the challenge shield aims to do - to give the students the voice and agency to make a difference. Arguably, we need to have an eye on the challenges and stand ready for future environmental changes as well as shifts in the education landscape, so that we can prevail against the odds. With the uncertainty that Covid-19 brings, our teamwork and learning agility will bring us through these challenging times. In recent years, the Ministry of Education (MOE) introduced three major initiatives - Full Subject-Based Banding (FSBB), National Digital Literacy Programme (NDLP) and Blending Learning (BL) – all of which Northbrooks has embarked on. We believe that by embarking on these initiatives in a timely manner, there will be better coherence and synergy we can reap and create positive impact for more batches of Brooksians. This will prepare our students to be future-ready, providing them with multiple pathways, encouraging social mixing and uplifting the students. Indeed, it is now a common sight to see our Secondary 1 to 3 students using iPads for their learning in class and even outside of class. They can now learn on the go at their own pace, be curious, and discover and explore new knowledge on their own or work collaboratively. The power of technology has also been employed to support our educators in designing meaningful learning activities and experiences for our Brooksians to discover the joy in learning. They can now begin to imagine new possibilities, innovate new pedagogies and transform learning in a meaningful way with technology. To promote greater social mixing, we have embraced FSBB and re-organised our class structure to the current Secondary 1 Home Group and Learning Group concept. Such a concept has already promoted greater social compact in other pilot schools. With this FSBB effort, learning can be customised to develop each child to their fullest potential and mitigate the inadvertent labelling and stigmatisation due to streaming. To pace Brooksians’ learning across the four years, there will be more porosity in the 4-year secondary education to cater to students with different strengths and learning pace, while ensuring they can cope with the rigour of the curriculum. 8

PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE Our structured fortnightly home-based learning helps to enhance the schooling experience and further develop our Brooksians into self-directed learners who integrate offline and online learning together seamlessly and have opportunities for studentinitiated learning. Underscoring these new education initiatives is CCE, with its key focuses - National Education, Cyber Wellness, Sexuality Education, Education Career Guidance, Family Education and Mental Health – remaining vital for student development. The MOE refreshed the CCE experience this year with CCE 2021, to help students navigate the complexities of today’s fast-changing social paradigm. In particular, mental health education has been strengthened to enable students to be better equipped to ensure their well-being, understand mental health problems and know when to seek support. Here at Northbrooks, we have also progressively integrated Positive Education (PosEd) concepts into our student development experiences over the last four years, focusing on well-being, self-care and caring for one another. Once again, this demonstrates our commitment to foster a strong Culture of Care and Grow in the many things we do. PosEd includes showing gratitude or appreciation, making time to listen or to lend a helping hand to someone, or practising mindfulness and other PosEd practices to clear the mind or to energise oneself. One other aspect of PosEd relates to Meaning and Purpose, and getting our students to set larger goals, even beyond themselves. This also includes environmental sustainability, which is an area that we have been focusing on through our Environmental Education programme since 2018. The theme for our 2021 Yearbook is #northbrooksstrongerandsafer as it illustrates how we have emerged stronger from this crisis and built a safer environment for our Brooksians to flourish in. This yearbook is testament to our determination and commitment to do well and thrive together. I have seen many positive instances of us stepping up and caring for issues or someone within the Northbrooks community. This caring and enabling culture will certainly ser ve to build our Northbrooks identity as we emerge stronger from this Covid-19 situation.

Mr Adam Ahmad vice-Prin cipal

Mdm Poh Shi Hui v ic e - P r in c ip a l

I would like to take this opportunity to thank our partners-in-education, our local community and overseas partners for believing in us and working closely with us to deliver meaningful experiences for our Northbrooks community. Lastly, I would like to show my deepest appreciation to our dedicated publication team for working tirelessly on yet another distinctive and memorable Yearbook. Finally, due to the rotational posting of principals, it is with a heavy heart that I announce my departure from the Northbrooks family after 5 fulfilling years. I would like to thank the entire Northbrooks community for your support over the years and I wish the school all the very best for the future ahead under the leadership of Mr David Lau. Let’s warmly welcome him into our Brooksian family. Soaring Yet Rooted, Nick Chan Principal

Mr Nick Cha Principa n l

Stronger Together

KEY PERSONNEL

Mr Nick Chan Choon Loong (Principal)

Mr Adam Ahmad (Vice-Principal)

Mdm Poh Shi Hui (Vice-Principal)

Mr Anbalahan S/O Muthusamy (HOD / Student Management Team)

Mr Chan Ying Chung William (HOD / ICT)

Mrs Eugenia Guo (HOD / Craft & Technology)

Mrs Goh-Ang Sor Pui (HOD / MTL)

Mrs Sukhdev Singh Jas (HOD / EL & Literature)

Ms Lim Wan Yee (HOD / Character & Citizenship Edn.)

Mdm Loo Min Yan Vanessa (HOD / Mathematics)

Ms Low Aijiao (HOD / Science)

Mr Ng Cheong York, Henry (Year Head / Lower Sec.)

KEY PERSONNEL

Mr Ramasamy Venugopal (HOD / NT)

Ms Sumithra Nair D/O Venu Gopal (Year Head / Upper Sec.)

Mr Taufiq Bin Sanusi (HOD / PE & CCA)

Mr Wu Biwei Ivan (HOD / Humanities)

Mrs Rita Teo (School Staff Developer)

Mr Ng Song Beng (LT / Mathematics)

Mrs Sasidharan Indra Devi (LT / History)

Mr Ang Kok Wee Alex (SH / Student Leadership & Outdoor Edn.)

Ms Aryssa Ngoh Huiyi (SH / EL & Literature)

Ms Chan Eunice Grace (SH / Biology)

Mdm Dian Farhana Bte Akbar (SH / Student Management Team)

Mr Eddy Norisman Bin Ismail (SH / Aesthetics) 13

KEY PERSONNEL

Ms Loh Mew Chew (SH / MTL)

Mdm Sharmila D/O Sivalingam (SH / Student Well-being (Upper Sec.) & Educational Support)

Mrs Chua Liyan (SH / Mathematics)

Mr Tham Chun Kit, Paul (SH / CCA)

Mr Sanjay S/O Radakrishna (SH / Character & Citizenship Edn.)

Mrs Celine Goh (ST / Chemistry)

Mdm Zuraidah Bte Abdul Karim (ST / ML)

Mdm Nuraida Bte Ajmaain (ST / Character & Citizenship Edn.)

Mr Eng Sze Shean (ST / Educational Support)

PATRON & SCHOOL ADVISORY COMMITTEE

Dr T Chandroo (Patron)

Mr Lawrence Yip Wai Hon (Chairman)

Mr Nick Chan Choon Loong (Secretary, Principal)

Mr Jayadev S/O K N Unnithan (Member)

Mr Dennis Chee Kwang How (Member)

Mr Mohamad Saddiq Bin Mohamad Sa’id (Member)

Mr Dinesh Vasu Dash (Member)

Mr Eric Goh Cheng Peow (Member)

Mr Melvin Ang Pin Chean (Member)

PARENT SUPPORT GROUP

Mr Desmond Soh (Chairman)

Mdm Veron Jamie (Vice-Chairperson)

Mdm Adeline Wong (Vice-Chairperson)

Mdm Joanne Cheong (Member)

Mdm Ee Hui Hui (Member)

Mdm Nang Thwe Ni Lin (Member)

Mdm Oh Siew Hian (Member)

Mdm Eileen Peh (Member)

Mdm Virginia De Silva (Member)

Mr Oh Sze Hou (Member) 16

Mr Eddie Ow (Member)

Mdm Nur Khairunnisa (Member)

Mdm Sarika Bhatnagar (Member)

ALUMNI

Mr Muhammad Nursyafiq Bin Abdul Rashid (President)

Ms Lim Xin Hui (Vice-President)

Ms Siti Farisah Binte Mohammed Adam (Secretary)

Mr Ong Jian Yong (Treasurer)

Ms Khoo Pei Ying (Member)

Ms Tan Ching (Member)

Mr Ahmad Irfan Bin Ahmad Zaidi (Member)

Mr Toh Hong Yan (Member)

CRAFT & TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT

Mrs Eugenia Guo (HOD / Craft & Technology)

Mr Ramasamy Venugopal (HOD / NT)

Mr Timothy Ting Teck Wee

Mdm Siti Liana Bte Hashim

Mrs Diana G. Annuar

Ms Lin Kaili

Mr Lim Chee Tiong

Mr Foo Weng Choy

Mr Md Finosh K B I Philips

Mr Ramthan Bin Ab. Wahid

Mrs Yeo Shu Wei

Mr Shahrin Bin Mansor

CRAFT & TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT

Mr Ahmad Tarmizi Bin Ishak

Ms Siti Nadiah Bte M Toha

Mr Tang Kin Hua

Mrs Angela Sim

Mr Ng Lian Sin Alex

Mr Paik Poh Leong

MUSIC UNIT

Mr Eddy Norisman Bin Ismail (SH / Aesthetics)

Mr Ler Kai Ming Gavin (Music Coordinator)

Mr Ngiam Xing Hao

ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE DEPARTMENT

Mrs Sukhdev Singh Jas (HOD / EL & Literature)

Ms Aryssa Ngoh Hui Yi (SH / EL & Literature)

Mr Anbalahan S/O Muthusamy (HOD / Student Management Team)

Ms Lim Wan Yee (HOD / Character & Citizenship Edn.)

Mr Eddy Norisman Bin Ismail (SH / Aesthetics)

Mrs Carolyn Leong

Ms Vanishree D/O Vengadasalam

Mr Muhammad Khairi Bin Md Nor

Ms Chelsea Mun Jie Yi

Mr Kesavan S/O Thangam 20

Ms Nurnadia Bte Abdolah

ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE DEPARTMENT

Mdm Premila D/O Dhanabal

Ms Ho Shu Chun Isabel

Mr Md Finosh K B I Philips

Ms Sangeeta D/O Tamilarasan

Mr Ler Kai Ming Gavin

Mrs Indrani Kumar

Mr Tan Yee Herng Zest

Ms Tee Shi Hui

Mr Ngiam Xing Hao

Mdm Siti Aishah Bte Masood (Librarian) 21

HUMANITIES DEPARTMENT

Mr Wu Biwei Ivan (HOD / Humanities)

Mrs Sasidharan Indra Devi (LT / History)

Mrs Rita Teo (HOD / School Staff Developer)

Mdm Nuraida Bte Ajmaain (ST / Character & Citizenship Edn.)

Mr Eddy Norisman Bin Ismail (SH / Aesthetics)

Mdm Sharmila D/O Sivalingam (SH / Student Well-being (Upper Sec.) & Educational Support)

Ms Chee Yuan Leng

Ms Ho Shu Chun Isabel

Mrs Carolyn Leong

HUMANITIES DEPARTMENT

Ms Nicolich Ann Melissa

Ms Nurnadia Bte Abdolah

Mr Kesavan S/O Thangam

Mr Muhammad Khairi Bin Md Nor

Ms Kerina Tan Shi Yun

Ms Sangeeta D/O Tamilarasan

Ms Tee Shi Hui

Mr Matthew Teo Siu Yan

MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT

Mdm Loo Min Yan Vanessa (HOD / Mathematics)

Mrs Chua Liyan (SH / Mathematics)

Mr Ng Song Beng (LT / Mathematics)

Mr Chan Ying Chung William (HOD / ICT)

Ms Sumithra Nair D/O Venu Gopal (Year Head / Upper Sec.)

Mr Sanjay S/O Radakrishna (SH / Character & Citizenship Edn.)

Mr Eng Sze Shean (ST / Educational Support)

Mrs Lim Puay Hoon

Ms Audrey Chong Jia Wen

Mr Janson Yong

Mdm Au Lai Fei

Mr Kenneth Yong

MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT

Mr Annamalai Kumar

Mr Chong Wee Er Timothy

Ms Joanna Ho Mingyi

Ms Kerina Tan Shi Yun

Ms Wendy Lee Chien Wuan

Ms Punitha D/O Vangadasalam

Mdm Sim Lay Hoon

Mr Tok Boon Hwee Alex

Mr Chua Wei Quan Jason

Mr Lim Xiao Feng

Ms Wang Pei Fen 25

MOTHER TONGUE LANGUAGES DEPARTMENT

Mrs Goh-Ang Sor Pui (HOD / MTL)

Ms Loh Mew Chew (SH / CL)

Mdm Zuraidah Abdul Karim (ST / ML)

Mdm Dian Farhana Bte Akbar (SH / Student Management Team)

Mr Huang Kee Hong

Ms Lin Lin

Mdm Ma Ying

MOTHER TONGUE LANGUAGES DEPARTMENT

Mr Wu Yueshen

Ms Xu Xiaoyu Sherry

Mdm Cheryl Lai Mei Yin

Ms Nur Fadillah Bte Fauzan

Mr Muhammad Bin Parjo

Mdm Nuruljannah Bte Jumaa’t

Mr Omar Bin Ismail

INFORMATION & COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT AND MEDIA RESOURCE LIBRARY

Mr Chan Ying Chung William (HOD / ICT)

Mr Tham Chun Kit (SH / CCA)

Mr Toh Chin Hwee

Mr Lim Chee Tiong

Mr Foo Weng Choy

Ms Lee Wen Lin

Mr Alex Ng Lian Sin

Ms Salihah Bte Jalil (ICT Manager)

Mr Loganathan Balasubaramaniam (Desk Engineer)

Ms Nur Atiqah Bte Roslan (Desk Engineer) 28

Mdm Siti Aishah Bte Masood (Librarian)

PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

Mr Taufiq Bin Sanusi (HOD / PE & CCA)

Mr Tham Chun Kit Paul (SH / CCA)

Mr Ang Kok Wee Alex (SH / Student Leadership & Outdoor Edn.)

Mr Sanjay S/O Radakrishna (SH / Character & Citizenship)

Mr Eng Sze Shean (ST / Educational Support)

Mdm Au Lai Fei

Mr Chong Wee Er Timothy

Ms Siti Nadiah Bte M Toha

SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

Ms Low Aijiao (HOD / Science)

Ms Chan Eunice Grace (SH / Biology)

Mrs Chow Cai Yun Celine (ST / Chemistry)

Mr Ng Cheong York Henry (Year Head / Lower Sec.)

Ms Sumithra Nair D/O Venu Gopal (Year Head / Upper Sec.)

Mr Ang Kok Wee Alex (SH / Student Leadership & Outdoor Edn.)

Ms Lee Mun Sum Jane

Ms Carine Lim Shu Qing

Ms Joanna Ho Mingyi

Mrs Michelle Tan Shin Yuen

Mr Annamalai Kumar

Mr Kenneth Yong

SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

Ms Wendy Lee Chien Wuan

Mr Ting Teck Wee Timothy

Mdm Premila D/O Dhanabal

Ms Nur Sakinah Bte Ahmad Jupri

Mrs Yeo Shu Wei

Ms Lee Wen Lin

Ms Mok Yan Yin Agnes

Ms Punitha D/O Vangadasalam

Mr Chua Wei Quan Jason

Mr Lim Xiao Feng

Ms Qamarul Huda Bte Abdul Rahim (Technical Support Officer)

Mdm Lim Li Li (Operations Support Officer) 31

EXECUTIVE & ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF

Mr Nick Chan Choon Loong (Principal)

Mr Adam Ahmad (Vice-Principal)

Mdm Poh Shi Hui (Vice-Principal)

Mr Sahril Bin Yahya (Administrative Manager)

Mr Hamran Bin Mohd Zain (Operations Manager)

Mr Ganesh Letchmanan (Operations Manager)

Ms Kong Yuet Mun Cynthia (Administrative Executive)

Mdm Yeo Bee Eng (Management Support Officer)

Mdm Grace Ng Li Hwa (Management Support Officer)

Ms Halimah Bte Jamil (Corporate Support Officer) 32

Ms Salihah Bte Jalil (ICT Manager)

EXECUTIVE & ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF

Mr Loganathan Balasubaramaniam (Desk Engineer)

Ms Nur Atiqah Bte Roslan (Desk Engineer)

Mdm Kunjuraman Madavy Nair (Student Management Officer)

Ms Hannah Neo (Student Welfare Officer)

Mdm Phoon Hwee Lee (AED / Learning & Behavioural Support)

Ms Priscilla Jampathong (School Health Advisor)

Ms Yap Hwee Hoon (ECG Counsellor)

Ms Chelsea Koh Wen Jie (AED / School Counsellor)

Mdm Maryati Bte M Dahim (FAJ / Student Counsellor)

Ms Elsie Tan Bee Lian (Counselling Assistant)

Mdm Norashikin Bte Ali (AED / Learning & Behavioural Support) 33

EXECUTIVE & ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF

Mdm Siti Aishah Bte Masood (Librarian)

Mr Shahrin Bin Mansor (Education Workshop Officer)

Ahmad Tarmizi Bin Ishak

Ms Qamarul Huda Bte Abdul Rahim (Technical Support Officer)

Mr Poon Soon Hong (Gardener)

Mdm Lim Li Li (Operations Support Officer)

Mdm Oh Guat Kim (Operations Support Officer)

Mr Arifin B Md Subir (Operations Support Officer)

Mdm Ng Kwee Eng (Operations Support Officer)

Mr Heng Lai Sia (Operations Support Officer) 34

STAFF LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT

Teachers observe Mdm Vanessa Loo (HOD/Maths) as she conducts a Maths lesson. Open Classroom observations in Northbrooks allow teachers to learn from and provide feedback to the observed teacher.

Mr Muhammad Bin Parjo (Malay Language teacher) [L] engages in a mentoring session with Mdm Zuraidah Abdul Karim (ST/ML). Mentoring sessions enable beginning teachers like Mr Muhammad to learn from their more experienced seniors.

[L-R] Physical Education teachers Mr Paul Tham Chun Kit, Mr Eng Sze Shean and Mdm Au Lai Fei are deep in discussion about their research project during a Professional Learning Team (PLT) session. Teachers work in groups to carry out PLT projects every year based on common areas of interest.

Teachers pose for a photo after a peer coaching session which was conducted via Zoom by the Humanities Ed-Tech Mentors; Mrs Sasidharan Indra Devi (LT/History) [top row, extreme L] , Ms Melissa Ann Nicolich [top row, 2nd from L] and Ms Chee Yuan Leng [2nd row, 2nd from L].

At one of the Staff Knowledge Cafe Sessions, Mr Anbalahan s/o Muthusamy [R] leads a group of interested teachers in a discussion on ways to support special needs students.

“It is heartening to see how as a community, we share knowledge and take collective responsibility to develop our knowledge expertise and advance our professional growth through peer coaching.” - Mrs Sasidharan Indra Devi Brooksian teachers pose for a group photo on Zoom after the successful completion of the Staff Learning Fest 2021, an annual event where teachers present their PLT projects to the school community. 35

Living with Covid

Stronger Through Innovation

IC T @ NORTHBROOKS 1D students smile in excitement as [L-R] Vice-Principal Mdm Poh Shi Hui and their form teacher Ms Joanna Ho present an iPad to their class representative Audri Quraisha Bte Muhammad Firoz. The handingover ceremony made the occasion more meaningful and memorable for the students and the school.

2T1 students pose proudly with their brand new iPads as they get ready to unbox their learning devices for the first time. All Secondary 1 to 3 Brooksians received their very own iPads in Semester 1, as part of the National Digital Literacy Programme. Many students shared that they did not think they would have the chance to own an iPad of their own.

2F students demonstrate self-directed and collaborative learning using their iPads during a lesson. Over the course of the year, teachers found that the iPad greatly enhanced their students’ ability to learn at a suitable pace. Teachers were also able to customise their lessons to suit the needs of individual learners, allowing for personalised learning to take place.

Cranston Poh Yi Jun (1T2) and his classmates enjoy an interactive game of Active Arcade on their iPads during a Physical Education lesson conducted by Mdm Au Lai Fei. Active Arcade is an app that offers a variety of engaging motion-based games to get students moving.

Students explore features on their iPads as part of a training session conducted by Apple Singapore. Training sessions were conducted to ensure that students are equipped with basic competencies needed for them to maximise the potential of their iPads for learning.

“During the training session, I saw many students explore features on their iPads that were not taught by the instructor. This highlights the potential of a learning device in enhancing students’ competencies in self-directed learning.” - Mr William Chan Ying Chung (HOD / ICT)

Art teacher Mr Tang Kin Hua guides Secondary 1 students as they create their own glass pendants.

Art students help in the annual clean-up of the school’s art room. [Centre] Muhammad Nur Izwan Shah Bin Muhammad Ridhuan (4T) said, “It is really fun cleaning the art room because I like to wipe and I get to mop the floor. It’s very tiring but worth it because the art room is now very clean.”

CRAFT & TECHNOLOGY ENRICHMENT: ART

“Though the process was a challenge for me, I enjoyed the task and managed to accomplish what I had strived for.” - Nurin

Wee Dun Yee (3F) lets his imagination run wild by creating a catastrophic scene based on the theme ‘My Jurassic School’. He and his fellow 3 Express Art students had leveraged their iPads to create these images using the Picsart app.

Nurin Qaisara Bte Hussain (3F) proudly displays the portrait of Dr. T. Chandroo (Northbrooks’ 1st Patron) that she was commissioned to create. Dr. Chandroo was the Guest-Of-Honour at Speech & Prize-Giving Day 2021.

3D students use the Facegen Modeller soft ware to create a realistic three-dimensional face and head meshes during an art lesson conducted by Mr Md Finosh Philips. 45

DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY Design & Technology teachers specially design and create an acrylic holder for the SafeEntry reader at the school’s General Office.

“I created my prototype using cardboard, paper and ice-cream sticks. It was fun making the prototype.” - Elfie Shauqy Bin Muhammad Nin Sulaiman [2nd from L]

Students explore the affordances of their personal iPad by sketching using the Sketchbook Pro soft ware. Through this way of digital sketching, students’ learning is enhanced as they are able to sketch more quickly and clearly.

After weeks of hard work, 1F students pose with the tag light cardboard model and key tag prototype which they had been working on.

Secondary 3 students use the lathe machine to create woodwork pieces. 46

[L-R] Yap Shane Eu (4D), Daryl Ng Hong Jun and Nicholas Chai You Min (4I) recycle electronic parts into a specially-designed electronic waste bin in the Makerspace room.

N U T R IT IO N A N D F O O D S C IE N C E

1I students attempt an escape room in the culinary food laboratory. The activity provided a tense and exciting atmosphere as students tried to solve puzzles in order to escape the room quickly.

Gisele Felicia Tan (1G) takes photographs of her final project before uploading them to the online notice board tool Padlet for her peers to critique. The use of technology in Food and Consumer Education has helped students to interact and engage with the subject content in different and improved ways.

Cadence Low Pei Xuan [R] and Dave Tok Jun Hong (1D) use an iPad to capture high resolution photos of their finished culinary products. The Personal Learning Device Programme has presented new opportunities to engage students using technology.

“The Covid-19 pandemic has certainly provided a window of opportunity for teachers to explore new ways of using technology. I leveraged students’ personal learning devices to conduct practical lessons during Food & Consumer Education lessons in order to maintain social distancing. It was an interesting learning experience indeed.”

Mr Timothy Ting uses the Zoom video conferencing app to project his cooking demonstration so that students can watch on their own personal learning devices while maintaining social distancing. In spite of the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic, teachers like Mr Ting have found innovative ways to maintain social distancing in the classroom.

- Mr Timothy Ting 47

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ENRICHME NT Nigel Tan You Quan (2G) makes an impassioned speech to his classmates about youths in Singapore leading zero-waste lifestyles. He was speaking during a class discussion about environmental conservation and pollution.

[L-R] Ang Lik Hsean and Weng Guisen present a quick oneminute lesson on English grammar while their classmates Sieow Yi Xin and Cham Shi Qi (2I) help with the video recording. Marcelo Kurt Sebastian Vasquez (5G) [Foreground, L] attempts to solve a Rebus puzzle with a classmate during the English Language and Literature Festival. The annual event aims to ignite in Brooksians a love for the English Language through various fun activities.

“Over the months, as I have had multiple experiences of using editing apps such as Garageband and Clips for assignments such as this Grammar video, I have become more used to using these apps and other iPad functions in general.” - Lik Hsean

Muhammad Yazdan Bin Mohd Anuar (2E) reads the school’s newsletter, The Brooksian Times, during the English Language ‘Drop Everything And Read’ (D.E.A.R.) Time. A wide range of e-reading materials were also assigned to students on the SLS platform for these silent reading sessions to promote the joy of reading. 48

Kyser Boo Yu Jing (3I) [R] reads a short story silently on his iPad during NLB’s ‘Read For Books’ charity drive. This year, the school raised 90 storybooks that will be donated to needy children by the sponsors of the national event. For every 10 students who read silently for 15 minutes, 1 book is raised for charity!

[L-R] Muhammad Khawarizmi Bin Md Salehuddin, Ng Yu Zhe Sherwin, and Wang Jun Inn Venedict (1T1) emerge champions in a Kahoot! quiz about the set-text ‘The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas’. Prior to the quiz, they had watched the movie version of the text. Low Jia Hui (1T1) proudly showcases a ‘Blackout’ poem that he wrote as part of Literature enrichment activities held during the End-of-Year post-examination period. Blackout poetry is a form of poetry that is created from words selected from another text.

L IT E R A T U R E E N R IC H M E N T “After a semester of learning how to analyse the written text, watching the film together with their friends helps students to not just visualise what they have learned, but also appreciate the story more.”

Secondary 1 students engrossed in ‘The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas’ movie, screened as part of the school’s postexamination enrichment programme.

- Mr Zest Tan Yee Herng (ELL teacher)

[L-R] Students Qatikah Ayumi Bte Mohammad, Canlas Mikaela Santos (3I) and Lee Jia Xuan (3G) receive commendation certificates from Mdm Poh Shi Hui (VP) [L] and Mrs Sukhdev Singh (HOD/ELL) [R] for their winning poetry in the annual N6 cluster event, ‘Tea, Tiffin & Poetry’, which aims to inspire a love for poetry. Ms Vanishree (Lit. teacher) [2nd from L] prepared her students for the event that was organised by CHIJ St Nicholas Girls’ School. 49

“While working on the calligraphy artwork, I learnt how to be patient as I painted every stroke. I feel proud of my final artwork.” – Jing Le

Lim Wei Xiong ,Sky (1D) holds up his completed wooden wishing ornament.

Lee Jing Le (3E) proudly showcases his calligraphy art work that he worked on during Mother Tongue (MT) Fortnight.

Dylan Chia Zong Lim (1G) is extremely focused on painting and designing his wooden wishing ornament.

MOTHER TONG UE LANGUAGES E NRICHMENT: CHINESE LANG UAGE

Using the Zoom platform, a tea artist from Tea Chapter demonstrates to Secondary 3 students how a good cup of Chinese tea can be appreciated. The objective of the workshop, which was organised in collaboration with local teahouse Tea Chapter, was to teach students the traditional art of tea brewing and appreciation. Louisa Gabriella Victoria (2T1) gleefully holds up a paper lantern she received in a goodie bag to celebrate the MidAutumn Festival. The MT department organised its first virtual workshop for students to celebrate the festival.

Secondary 3 Brooksians Ascendas Teo Yue Teng Fei (3I) [R] and Wan Ruoyu (3G) clinch the Gold Award at the 4th Text Recital Competition. The competition aimed to raise students’ Chinese language reading proficiency and ignite their love for learning the language. The organising committee promotes Chinese language learning, in collaboration with Anderson Primary School and the Singapore Chinese Teachers Literary Recital Society,

MALAY LANGUAGE Secondary 2 students play the kompang, a traditional Malay drum, after learning more about the significance of the instrument in Malay culture. This was one of the activities held during the MT Fortnight programme.

Amirul Danish Bin Amiral [L] and Muhammad Fairuz Bin Yasin (3F) smile for the camera as they work on completing their batik art work. Secondary 3 Malay language students were exposed to batik painting as part of the MT Fortnight programme.

Nur Amirah Insyirah Bte Sabarudin (4E) [L] and Danial Hariz Morier Hartino (4T) perfect their Khat calligraphy, a form of calligraphy using the Arabic alphabet during the MT Fortnight programme.

“I am proud to have won the award and made Northbrooks proud!” Na’im Asyairie Bin Rosli (2T1) reads a special edition article on Student Learning Space during the MT D.E.A.R. Time e-Reading programme.

- Amirul

At the video conferencing session with students from Nanya Middle School of Changsha, Reyniery Maulana Affanny Bin Mohamad Sariman (2T1) confidently shares simple Malay phrases.

Congratulations to [Top L-R] Mohamad Shah Idzwan Bin Mohd Isa, Nur Ilya Shahira Bte Mohammad Aizul (2G), [Bottom L-R] Amirul Danish Bin Amiral and Nur Yasmin Bte Khamis (3F) for clinching the Gold award in Pena Emasku ! They were presented the award certificates by Mr Adam Ahmad (Vice-Principal) for their outstanding performance in the essay writing competition.

Secondary 4 students work on the Singapore and Asian Schools Math Olympiad (SASMO).

Eugene Koh Yong Jun [L] and Chua Li Heng (4I) work on assembling a robot as part of the Ngee Ann Polytechnic Math Challenge 2021. Their team, which won a Silver award, also comprised Anastasia Anand @ Sivaani An Xuan, Aqilah Bte M Sabri and Talut Ali Bin Abdullah (4I). “Participating in this Math competition was really fun and educational for me as I got to work with my classmates, “ said Eugene.

Ang Zi Rui (4F) shared, “The SASMO was a challenging experience especially when we had to calculate big numbers without the use of a calculator. It was a memorable experience for me as I got to try different types of challenging Math problems.”

MATHEMATICS ENRICHMENT Secondary 1 students explore various ICT platforms in the learning of Math.

Secondary 1 students explore various ICT platforms in the learning of Math.

“Students’ requests for additional academic support online over the weekends motivate me. As a teacher, I am now able to help my students effectively online. I am thankful for the National Digital Literacy Programme that has accelerated this process.” - Mr Sanjay

3D students attend a Zoom enrichment session with their Math teacher, Mr Sanjay S/O Radakrishna. One positive outcome of the Covid-19 pandemic is the improved readiness level in our students to learn remotely via virtual platforms. 52

H U M A N IT IE S E N R IC H M E N T Secondary 1 students enjoy games-based learning during the year-end post-examination activities. One of the games they played was ‘The Impregnable Fortress’ where they assumed the role of either the invading Japanese army, or the defending British forces in Singapore during the Second World War.

“The HSI challenge was exciting and new because it was something I’ve never done before. I learnt more about Singapore’s history and I had a lot of fun doing the project with my friends.” - Uzma

Tan Yu Bin Bravyan [foreground] and Kwek Jun Yu Kendrick (3I) extend their geographical knowledge and skills by using Google Street View to explore evidence of cultural preservation and dilution in Kampong Glam.

(L-R) Baliad Catherine Nicole Mosquera, Uzma Haziqah Bte Mohd Shafie, Nurul Sakinah Butar Butar Be Zulkifli and Yan Xuhui, Edan (2I) celebrate their win at the Historical Scene Investigation Competition, organised by the National Library Board and the Ministry Of Education. They won a Silver award at the competition, where they embarked on an investigative journey to uncover how inhabitants of Singapore in the 1800s made use of the natural environment for economic gain. Their research report and accompanying video received compliments from the organising committee.

A group of graduating Brooksians pose with student leaders from Hwa Chong Institution (HCI) after a scenario-based learning experience organised by the HCI. The learning experience involved our Brooksians taking on opposing roles including the government, the media, industry learners and civil groups so as to explore the tensions and inequalities that arose due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

1F students conduct water testing at the Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park as part of their Geographical Investigation learning experience. Through such hands-on activities, Brooksians are nurtured to become citizens who care for the environment. 53

PHYSICAL EDUCA TION ENRICHMENT

[L-R] Danial Arman Bin Zaman, Putri Nur Zulaikha Bte Widani and Siti Nurayisha Bte Mohammed Rizal (3D) cycle around the school track during a PE lesson on mountain bicycles. Cycling is an individual-based activity introduced this year by the department for students to experience the sport while observing safe management measures. Mr Sanjay s/o Radakrishna (PE teacher) leads 3I students in a warmup activity over a live Zoom synchronous PE lesson during the full home-based learning period in May. This was the first time such a lesson was carried out in Northbrooks and fellow PE teacher, Mr Timothy Chong, was also present to provide technical support so as to ensure that the lesson proceeded smoothly.

“Cycling 20 rounds around the school track is more fun than jogging 5 rounds around the track, and it still develops my fitness!” - Siti Nurayisha

[Foreground, L-R] Leroy Chng and Erwin Wong (1T2) take part in an ICT-enabled Physical Education (PE) activity. Both students used their iPads to select an exercise activity that they felt was challenging enough for them.

2E students take part in an inline skating activity in March. The activity was organised as part of a sports enrichment programme meant to expose Secondary 2 students to various types of sports they may not usually experience during PE lessons.

[Background, L-R] Chong Qian Hui, Ibanez Aleisha Renee Nisay and [Foreground, L-R] Fitri Nur Syabilla Bte Razali and Ho Mei Yuan Glynis (2E) pose with their ‘weapons’ before taking part in a Laser Tag shoot-out. It was also another activity that students enjoyed trying out during the Secondary Two sports enrichment programme. 54

[Front - Back] Syakeel Bin Hirwandy, Muhd Danish Irfan Bin Mohamad Faizal, Rezky Qusyairie Putra Muhd Fauzie and Lucas Ong Yong Zhi (2D) get ready for a game of bowling at Sonic Bowl @ Safra Yishun.

S C IE N C E E N R IC H M E N T The Lower Secondary participants of the Elementz Science Project Competition attend a basic research skills workshop conducted in school by Ms Ruth Tan (Teaching Intern). The workshop covered the principles of research and the skills needed for the students to successfully complete their projects.

Participants listen intently as Mr Lim Xiao Feng (teacher mentor) explains the rationale behind a lab procedure.

Ms Tee Shi Hui (teacher mentor) guides Mohd Shah Idzwan Bin Mohd Isa and Muhd Irfanshah Bin Abdul Kareem (2G) in doing the background study for their project. “Although there were many difficulties we faced during the planning and execution stages, I am glad that we were still able to push through and successfully complete the experiments. We could not have done it without the help of Ms Tee,” said Irfanshah.

[L-R] Chloe Pay Yuqi (1T2), Low Cen Yi (2I) and Chong Kar Qing (2T2) pose with Mr Poon Soon Hong (school gardener) who helped them in the Greenwave Competition 2021. It is an annual competition organised by Sembcorp Marine that challenges students to come up with innovative ideas to tackle environmental issues.

Gerlyn Ng Zi Xin (2T1) works with Sim Jun Wei (2T1) to obtain the measurements of their artefact for the Greenwave Competition.

“With Mr Paik’s help, we managed to solve the wiring problem for our project’s artefact. I learned so much about circuitry and have a newfound interest in this area. Embarking on this project was truly a satisfying experience!” - Jun Wei [L-R] Low Cen Yi (2I), Gerlyn Ng Zi Xin and Sim Jun Wei (2T1) watch in awe as Mr Paik Poh Leong (teacher mentor) expertly demonstrates how they could fix the wires in their project for the Greenwave Competition. 55

E-CONFERENCES WITH TWINNING SCHOOLS A group of 35 Brooksians experience a virtual tour of Changsha, China by going on a virtual tour of the Hunan Museum.

Ye Minghan [L] and Oh Xinhui Kelly (2G) share about Singapore’s culture with Nanya students. Both Brooksians felt that it was important and meaningful to let our t winning school students understand Singapore’s multi-ethnic society better.

Uzma Haziqah Bte Mohd Shafie [L] and Gan Le En Feline (2I) proudly hold up their Diao Jiao Lou replicas. After learning more about the Diao Jiao Lou, a traditional building in Hunan, Brooksians built paper replicas of the historical homes of Chinese ethnic groups in that region.

Youth Flying Club (YFC) members listen attentively to their student counterparts from Morley Senior High School in Perth, Australia. They shared actively about teenage lifestyles in their respective countries. 56

“Due to the pandemic, our Brooksians have not been able to visit Changsha as in the past. However, we wanted to continue providing students with as much of a travel experience as possible.” - Mdm Lin Lin (China Twinning Programme teacher-in-charge)

Xendra Tan Qian Yi (3T) [L] and Toh Yu Heng (3I) present a gift to Nanya Middle School; art work pieces of our students’ Peranakan tile painting.

Mr Ramthan Bin Ab. Wahid (YFC teacher-in-charge) engages in a conversation with students from Morley Senior High School, a school that specialises in Aerospace.

A P P L IE D L E A R N IN G PROGRAMME: AEROSPACE Nur Namira Bte Abdul Halim and Sabrina Bte Amirul Haque (3F) explore the aerodynamics needed for a drone to fly.

[L-R] Wong Yi Qi (2G) codes and manoeuvres his drone through a series of obstacles as his classmates watch on. He was being cheered on by his classmates Teo Yong Xin Sebastian, Nigel Tan You Quan and De Nyane Aung.

“It is easy and fun to do coding for the robotic car. We got it to complete a series of tasks. We love it!” - Hazel and Sarah Ong Hazel [L] and Sarah Tay Yu Leng (1E) pose for a photo after completing a coding programme for their robotic car.

Muhammad Shaqil Bin Aziz (1D) is deep in concentration as he figures out where to fit the microcontroller cable of his robotic car.

Zhorif Ammar Bin Ismadi (2G) skillfully controls his drone using a system that involves a remote control and mobile app.

Ang Kang Wei (2T1) taxis his virtual aircraft onto the runway for takeoff on an Advance Flight Simulator. 57

“This experience has allowed me to be more creative and also encouraged me to do everything in my capability to give back to society.” - Ahmad Afriq

Ahmad Afriq Bin Mohamad Samsuri (1E) creates a fun-looking letter box for residents living in the vicinity of the school. These letter boxes were created as part of a joint Service Learning and Arts Enrichment Programme project to bring cheer to Yishun residents.

Loh Fu Rou Jasmine (1F) proudly showcases her creation, a wacky-looking red letter box. She said, “It was a great bonding session with my classmates and friends while working on this project”

Tai Yu Zheng (1F) proudly displays her letter box creation. “During the entire process, I poured all my emotions into my art work. I would like to encourage my juniors to enjoy the process and I hope that I can do more of these activities in the future,” promised Yu Zheng.

Siti Aisyah Butar Bte Zulkifli (1F) poses for a photo with her letter box creation. “It was a very fun and interesting experience. I like how my idea turned out and hope it will bring lots of joy to the Yishun residents,” said Siti Aisyah.

ARTS ENRICHMENT PROGRAMMES

Secondary 1 students submit photos of their creations on Padlet, creating a colourful virtual gallery of letter boxes. They found the activity enriching and they were excited to share their creations with everyone.

Secondary 2 students are deep in concentration as they design and make their own Peranakan tiles.

Catherine Leow Kai Ling (2G) displays her environment-themed Peranakan tile creation.

“I understand more about the Peranakan culture and now I appreciate the amount of hard work that goes into creating these Peranakan tiles,” said Nur Ezzati Bte Husin (2F).

“The Peranakan tile-making activity was really enjoyable as I was given the opportunity to learn more about the Peranakan culture. I have learnt that the patterns on their costumes have different meanings and the way they dress is really unique.” - Catherine

“I find this activity very therapeutic and I am considering it as an activity I should do once in a while to help me practise mindfulness. I’ve also learnt that in the Peranakan culture, the tiles represent longevity and wealth,” said Licia Goh Jiaxuan (2F).

Secondary 2 students showcase the Peranakan tiles they created on Padlet. They enjoyed browsing through the online gallery and commented on the pictures of the tiles their friends shared.

Simeon Toh Yong Keat (4T) is fully engrossed in developing a mobile game using a third party mobile framework platform. He had developed the game as part of the Mobile Application and Gaming Development module.

“The whole module was fun and enjoyable. I am interested in applying for a mobile gaming course in a tertiary institution.” - Simeon Cindy Lim Geok Lian (4E) [foreground] places mushrooms and pepperoni on a pizza she made as Putera Aniq Zikry Abdullah (4D) looks on. Both students were engaged in a hand-ons learning experience at a pizzeria to explore possible career paths in the culinary industry.

[L-R, anti-clockwise] Ong Xi Xun, Muhammad Qaiyum AL-Azim Bin Wahab and Tristen Chia (4T) focus on assembling the car models that they had designed. Through the Automotive Engineering module, they learnt about the various variables that affect the speed of the car.

ELECTIVE MODULES

Keith Teo Jia Hao (4T) [L] and Ashifa Abdul Kader Maricar (4D) work together to apply their skills and knowledge in fashion design development. In the Beauty Wellness & Fashion Elective module, student participants learnt basic skills such as manicure, hair styling and facial services.

Brooksians experience the latest in virtual reality gaming technology at Sandbox VR. They explored the t wo full-sized game rooms there and learned more about the career prospects in this field.

“This experience has provided students with a rare and authentic immersive experience in virtual reality. This has allowed them to understand the requirements in this industry through coding and practical applications.” - Mr Venugopal Ramasamy (HOD / NT)

Brooksian staff enjoy the coffee and pastries prepared by students as part of the café culinary showcase.

Chong Kaijie (4E) [L] and Keith Teo Jia Hao hao (4T) put into practice what they had learnt about manicures through a learning journey to a saloon. 61

“It is important that we instill in youth a sense of environmental awareness. I’m glad that students are participating in such a competition to remind themselves and their peers about how important environmental conservation is.” - Mr Timothy Ting

Axel Poon Jie Lun (2T2) receives a certificate from Mr Timothy Ting (form teacher), for his winning entry in the e-Sticker Design Competition organised by the Environmental Education Committee. The competition sought to encourage students to design e-stickers to create awareness on the importance of caring for the environment.

ENVIRONMENT AL EDUCATION COMMITTEE

Reyniery Maulana Affanny Bin Mohamad Sariman (2T1) studies a poster on composting tips from the Science Centre as part of the Earth Day and World Water Day Commemoration programme by the schools. During the event, students also explored how various agencies raised awareness and encouraged people from all walks of life to go green in different ways Suun Numah Prince Najeeb (2D) shares her design submission for the schoolwide environmental e-Sticker Design Competition. As part of going green, students leveraged their personal devices to reduce paper waste.

Ong Hazel (1E) displays the message she had written for the Earth during the Earth Day and World Water Day Commemoration reflection.

[L-R] Muhammad Elman Bin Himbal, Dwi Anisah Bte Mohd Dean, Loy Yi Xuan and Nur Darwisyah Bte Juhadi (4E) pose with the materials they used to create pencil holders. These holders were later distributed to all the classes for the SaveThat-Pen programme to collect refillable pens.

L E A R N IN G F O R L IF E PROGRAMME: O U T D O O R E D U C A T IO N Mak Gao Ming Jerryl (3T) cycle along the Ketam Mountain Bike trail, applying the cycling skills learnt during the PE lesson module on mountain biking. Mountain biking is a progression from the urban cycling lessons that the students learnt lower secondary. [L-R] 1D students Low Christy, Giovana Franca Loh, Naima Rihanna Bte Mohammad Suhaimi and Dani Hakim Bin Ramli [2nd row, R] enjoy a simple pasta dish which they cooked as part of their outdoor cooking experience.

Canis Chan Wei Ye [L] & Brayden Tan Zhi Wen (3T) pose for a photo after completing the Northbrooks Obstacle Course successfully. This obstacle course was installed and introduced to the school community as the pandemic led to the teachers-in-charge seeking new and innovative ways to engage students.

Ms Cynthia Kong Yuet Mun (Administrative Executive) tries out the Northbrooks Obstacle Course. This experience was initiated in a bid to improve staff well-being and promote good health.

“The obstacle course was a good challenge. I’m glad to have this experience in school.” - Brayden

3T students unfurl the school flag with pride at the top of the Chek Jawa tower. These students climbed up the tower, the highest point of their trekking expedition around Pulau Ubin during their level camp in March.

3I students perform the ‘float test’ in preparation for their kayaking expedition during their level camp in March. As part of the test, the students had to interlock their arms underwater to ensure that all their classmates keep safe. The Outdoor Education programme strives to make students comfortable in the outdoors. By embracing new challenges, Brooksians will then be able to grow as rugged and confident individuals.

“I enjoy organising this annual event for our staff, students and stakeholders to contribute back to the community and to make a positive impact on others.” - Mrs Celine Goh (CSR teacher-incharge) [3rd from R]

The school’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) team hands over non-perishable healthy food items to our beneficiary representatives from Food From The Heart. This is the fifth year Northbrooks has organised the food donation drive.

VALUES-IN-ACT I O N INITIATIVES IMPACTING THE COMMUNITY

Members of the CSR team pack and prepare the food items for the food donation drive.

Several students and teachers shave their heads in support of the Childrens’ Cancer Foundation (CCF). Through the symbolic gesture of shaving bald, they created awareness of childhood cancer in Singapore, and showed children with cancer and their families that they are not alone in their fight against cancer. This is the school’s sixth year supporting the Hair for Hope programme and 299 shavees have raised more than $16,000 in total for the CCF. “Considering how painful and horrible cancer is, it’s nice to be able to contribute in my own small way of shaving my head so that some people, or even just one person, can feel better about their situation,” said Ahmad Mikhail Rauff (4G) [Bottom R].

2F students and their form teacher, Ms Chee Yuan Leng don purple tops to show their support for The Purple Parade. The Purple Parade is a unifying national platform to promote awareness and celebrate abilities of Persons with Disabilities. Through this programme, the whole school came together to develop a sense of empathy towards others.

As part of The Purple Parade programme, Brooksians also recited The Purple Pledge to show their commitment to the cause. 64

“I am very happy to lead this project as it allows our school to make an impact on the community by donating our shoes to build a sustainable future for Singapore. It also helps us live up to our school’s vision - Every Brooksian A Champion, Impacting the Community.” - Erlyn Qiryati Bte Mohamad Yussof (4F) [3rd from L] CCA Leaders from the Sports CCAs come together to show their appreciation to staff and students for contributing to the Northbrooks Shoes Donation Drive in partnership with Sport Singapore. Colourfully arranged to read ‘Thank You’, these shoes will be upcycled for other meaningful purposes to impact the community. This was our first year of implementation and we collected a total of 224 pairs of shoes.

Students from 4G proudly wear their official ‘Relay for Life’ t-shirts after successfully completing the 100 km Challenge to raise funds for the Singapore Cancer Society. This PE VIA project gave the students an opportunity to impact the community while keeping fit and healthy at the same time. They were joined by 10 staff, 8 alumni, and 5 CCA leaders who completed a staggering 438.11 km as a school in 9 days. The Brooksian spirit shines bright as we embrace the belief that ‘no one fights cancer alone’.

Mr Ganesh Letchmanan (Operations Manager) [L] and Ms Lim Wan Yee (HOD/CCE) cool down with refreshing drinks after doing their part for the #WalkForRice initiative.

Staff members are all set and ready to commence their Northbrooks Campus Walk as part of the #WalkForRice initiative, in collaboration with South East CDC. Running for the 6th consecutive year, this is our signature year-end Staff VIA programme that promotes both physical and mental well-being in our staff. It gives staff the opportunity to impact the community as they raise 10 bowls of rice/oats with every 1 km they complete. 65

MAKERSPACE PROGRAMMES Led by Ms Phoon Hwee Lee (AED/Learning & Behavioural Support), a group of Secondary 1 students engage in an activity in the Makerspace to improve communication techniques.

“These students volunteered to facilitate the workshop as this is their passion and they have the experience. Together with the Makerspace team, they planned the details of the workshop; such as the types of basic skills to be taught and the tools required. Their conduct of the session was truly impressive.” - Mr Ramasamy Venugopal (HOD/NT) [L-R] 3D students Muhammad Fitri Bin Ikhwannurrizal and Tengku Sufi Rozemi Bin Abdullah teach Mr Henry Ng (Year Head/Lower Sec.) and Mrs Rita Teo (School Staff Developer) how to repair and maintain a bicycle. Both students were facilitators at a bicycle repair and maintenance workshop that was carried at the Makerspace.

[L-R] Mr Ramthan Bin Ab. Wahid, Mr Shahrin Bin Mansor and Mrs Lim Puay Hoon watch Mdm Zuraidah Abdul Karim (ST/ML) [seated] as she tries her hand at making a badge on her own. Guided by Mr Lim Chee Tiong, Secondary 1 students learn how to make badges using a badge-making machine. 66

NORMAL T E C H N IC A L PROGRAMME Siti Nurayisha Bte Mohammed Rizal (3D) [2nd from R] coaches [L-R] Mohammad Zikri Iqram Bin Mohammad Zainudin, Muhammad Shafiq Danish Bin Iswady and Jasmin Anisa Putri Bte Yusri (2D), in Mathematics and English. The four students were participating in a Normal Technical academic peer support programme, where Upper Secondary students volunteer to teach their juniors.

“This programme has provided a platform for me to guide my juniors and I am happy that I am able to provide the support they need. It has also enabled me to reinforce my understanding of concepts that I learnt in previous years. Learning by teaching is an effective method for knowledge retention.” - Siti Nurayisha

2D students exhibit the joy of learning while participating in the Water Rocket Programme. During this activity, students build their rockets using recyclable materials and learn how water pressure can create a thrust, which is good enough for the ‘rocket’ to take off.

[Foreground] Chan Yee Xuan (3D) manoeuvres a drone through various obstacles. Together with her classmates, Yee Xuan was participating in a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics programme where she learnt drone coding and flying.

4D students build camaraderie by engaging in a game of volleyball while Mr Eng Sze Shean (ST / Educational Support) [R] acts as a referee.

Our spacious Champions’ Lodge is a safe and fun place for Brooksians to relax and unwind after school. It is open 4 times a week.

GEAR-UP PROGRAMME

Students cheer their friends on as they fight head-on in the game of Street Fighter. The Guiding & Empowering students for Affiliation and Resilience to Unlock their Potential (GEAR-UP) team organised a Street Fighter Competition in February and March for students to showcase their gaming skills.

Shanmuga Sundaram Srijan (3G) [L] and Yap Shane Eu (4D) play mobile games in the Champions’ Lodge as a way for them to destress.

“My time in the Champions’ Lodge has been fun and memorable as I get to spend time with my friends doing something that we enjoy!” - Simeon

Chiu Yeng Nadine Magan (1E), Yap Shane Eu (4D) [middle] and Simeon Toh Yong Keat (4T) [foreground] collaborate and display teamwork in a Playstation 4 game.

S T N E D U T S L A N IO T A N R E T IN AND PERMANENT R E S ID E N T S ’ ( IS P R ) E M M A R G O R P N IO T A R IN T E G Chua Jie Yang, Ray [L] and Jason Lee Shin Le (1I) showcase their final batik paintings. This was one of the activities organised for ISPR to learn more about Singapore, such as the Malay culture.

Phyo Thiha Oo (2I) embarks on a Singapore River virtual learning journey to understand more about Singapore’s history.

1I students put up decorations in their classroom for Deepavali celebrations.

“It is nice and meaningful that our ISPR students get to learn and appreciate culture through food. Through our programme, students have not only learnt about Singapore culture, but also got to know each other better.” - Ms Isabel Ho

Mohamad Haris Danial Bin Mohamed Junaidy (2D) and his form teacher, Ms Jane Lee proudly display the Deepavali decorations they had created in the class. Apart from making and putting up decorations in the lead-up to Deepavali, Brooksians also learnt more about the history behind the celebration.

(L-R) ISPR programme teachers Mrs Lim Puay Hoon, Ms Isabel Ho and Ms Wendy Lee get ready for the International Delicacies Appreciation programme by giving out bento lunch sets comprising dishes from various cultures in Singapore to participating Brooksians.

STUDENT LEADERS IN V E S T IT U R E Class leaders [L] Catherine Leow and Wong Yi Qi (2G) receive their appointment letters from their form teachers, Mdm Nuraida Bte Ajmaain [L] and Ms Xu Xiaoyu Sherry. They were appointed during the Class Leaders’ Appointment Ceremony where students officially begin their leadership journey.

Kelly Ho (3E) receives her CCA leader appointment letter from Mr Adam Ahmad (Vice-Principal).

CCA leaders from four different CCA groups proudly display their appointment letters.

Secondary 2 councillors pose for the camera as they get ready for the Council Investiture. The ceremony marks the beginning of their official investment into the Student Council and also signals the end of their probation period.

The incoming President of the Student Council, Terence Ooi (3I), leads all student leaders in pledging the Student Leaders’ Creed. Their allegiance expresses their commitment to serve the school.

“I feel a sense of pride and responsibility to be taking over as the President of the Student Council, I will give my best to lead the council and serve the school.” - Terence

S T U D E N T L E A D E R S H IP PROGRAMMES The teachers in the Student Leadership Committee attend a Youth Development Workshop conducted by Mr Abdul Shukor of Explora Pte Ltd, an experiential and adventure-based learning company.

“Professional development is important for us and we need to constantly update our knowledge in leading our student leaders.” - Mr Alex Ang Kok Wee (SH / Student Leadership & Outdoor Education)

[L-R] Loh Fu Rou Jasmine (1F) and Aerith Lim Zhi Yi (1T1) enjoy a game using Uno cards, held during a Class Leaders’ Workshop.

Mrs Chua Liyan (SH / Mathematics) briefs class leaders in their first leadership workshop on role modelling and setting high standards for their peers within their own classrooms.

[L-R] Emcees for the Teachers’ Day Celebration Roxanne Ron Mantilla (2F) and Reyniery Maulana Affany Bin Mohamad Sariman (2T1) strike a pose in their flight stewardess and pilot costumes. The t wo student councillors wore these outfits in keeping with the Wanderlust theme of the celebrations.

Student councillors decorate one of the staircases in the school with balloons in preparation for Teachers’ Day Celebration.

Student councillors take charge of the Teachers’ Day celebration every year to lead their fellow schoolmates in showing appreciation and gratitude to their teachers.

S T U D E N T - IN IT IA T E D L E A R N IN G Archery teacher consultants [L-R] Mr Taufiq Bin Sanusi, Ms Chelsea Koh and Mrs Diana Annuar learn more about the sport as they prepare to mentor their charges in their Student-Initiated Learning (SIL) groups.

“It is an interesting opportunity to be able to share my passion for archery with students outside of curriculum time.” - Mr Taufiq

Mr Foo Weng Choy receives guidance on the techniques of archery from Mr Taufiq Bin Sanusi at the school field.

Mr Taufiq Bin Sanusi conducts the final session of archery for his SIL group.

Dani Hakim Bin Ramli (1D) shares with his classmates about the outdoors and the different fruits available in Singapore’s jungles during his Outdoor Expedition SIL showcase.

Chan Yee Xuan (3D) [centre] and fellow members of her Photography and Videography SIL group explain to their classmates about the ins and outs of photography.

“The icebreaker games were eye-opening as I discovered that one student had a talent in guitar-playing and some other students could play Mobile Legends very well.” - Arfian

[L-R] Together with Ms Lim Wan Yee, student councillors Alvia Lim Chu Qing (2E), Ang Kok Rui (3G) and Arfian Khuzairie Bin Azrie (3I), lead 1G students in icebreaker games.

SECONDARY ONE O R IE N T A T IO N PROGRAMME

Student councillors proudly display the class flags of all seven Secondary 1 classes.

1T2 students sit in front of their artificial campfire made up of light sticks that they arranged themselves.

1T1 students participate in a Kahoot! quiz on trivia related to the school.

[L-R] Nur Maisara Bte Mohammed Khalif, Qaseh Nur Nayly Bte Muhammad Yusri, Nur Mazaya Bte Mohamed Hizammuddin (1G) get into the mood for a campfire as they sit in their darkened classroom. The gathering could not be held outdoors this year due to safe management measures. However, organisers of the orientation camp creatively recreated the experience by setting up artificial campfires in every Secondary 1 classroom instead.

Brual Carl Edriell Comia (3E) leads the class cheer for 1T2 students to uplift the class spirit!

@ K C A B Y A D T S R I F ) Y L M R E T ( L O O H C S PROGRAMMES 1T1 students write their goals and dreams onto pieces of paper, before folding them into paper aeroplanes. This was done as part of the First Day of School Welcome Assembly programme (Term 1) and was meant to create a positive start to their secondary school years in Northbrooks.

“I was really happy to see the students back in school and really engaged in the activity with their classmates. Amidst the pandemic, I am glad we could bring joy and positivity to Brooksians with their hopes and dreams.” - Miss Sumithra Nair d/o Venu Gopal (Year Head/Upper Secondary)

2E students launch their paper planes into the air at the same time, symbolising their intention to work together as a class to fulfil their individual hopes and dreams.

2T1 students prepare to send their paper planes across the classroom.

On the First Day of Term 2, 3T students construct butterfly origami to symbolise growth and transformation.

[L-R] Noor Azri Bin Mohamed Fahmi, Catolos Alvaro Dennise Jay San Juan and Chye Zhi Yuan (3T) help one another to construct the paper butterfly origami with coloured paper.

Zhuo Qinyu (2E) holds up his beautifully-made paper butterfly origami.

Arianne Hannah Pinlac Granada (4G) makes many pretty paper butterfly origamis with her peers.

Secondary 3 students create a virtual vision board on Padlet, to represent their goals and dreams on the First Day of Term 3. Students were encouraged to put together a virtual collage of images and words that would motivate and remind them of their values, goals and dreams.

“It was difficult to follow the instructions to tie the knots initially but after a few tries, I managed to tie them. I’m happy I successfully tied the challenging ones as well.” - Ariq

Ariq Rayyan Rizq Bin Sharul (2F) proudly showcases one of the knots he made on the First Day of Term 4. This activity was carried out to encourage students to remain united and bonded as they moved into the examination season.

After students tie three different types of knots in their classrooms, they come together to tie a knot of their choice along the corridor of their classroom.

C O - C U R R IC U L A R A C T IV IT IE S ( C C A S ) D IS P L A Y D A Y Yap Shane Eu (4D) [R] shows Secondary 1 students how to fly a drone. Drone flying is one of the activities that members of the Youth Flying Club experience during the CCA sessions.

[L-R] Victoria Tan Si Qi (4D), Yeo Wen Han (4G) and Zhorif Ammar Bin Ismadi (2G) dress up as various characters while they wait to share about the Drama Club’s activities with Secondary 1 students.

Neo Rui En (4G) [2nd from L] and Dwi Anisah Bte Mohd Dean (4E) [R] share with t wo Secondary 1 students about the types of activities that NPCC cadets experience.

“As teachers, it is always our privilege and joy to see our cadet leaders use their communication and mentoring skills to illustrate their own growth in their cadet journey.” - Ms. Joanna Ho (NPCC teacher-in-charge)

Javier Chua Hao Jun (4D) [2nd from L] helps Brandon Caleb Augustine (1E) [L] to adjust the floorball stick he is holding. Secondary 1 students who visited the Floorball CCA booth were able to experience the sport first-hand by attempting shots at the goal.

[L-R] Gerlyn Ng Zi Xin (2T1), Nur Dalinah Bte Ahmad Amin (3E) and Ramos Nheo Mickel Ebdane (4G) cheer Nur Aina Basyirah Bte Nurhadi (4F) on as she shares the skills needed for orienteering to a Secondary 1 student. 76

C H IN E S E N E W Y E A R C E L E B R A T IO N (L-R) Nina Asyhryna Bte Shahruddin, Elyse Emrya Bte Mohamed Ryhan and Nur Anjelina Bte Mohd Azri (5G) pose proudly with their handmade ox paper cuttings. Brooksians tried their hand at traditional paper cutting as part of CNY festivities.

Teachers from the Mother Tongue Languages department unite in a pose to wish the school community a wonderful new year ahead.

“It has been a tremendous class effort in contributing ideas for the creation of the lion, assembling the lion head and the actual performance itself. Without everyone’s hard work, we would not have been able to emerge as champions. Through this activity, everyone certainly got to know each other better and strengthened our bonds.”

Students from 3I and their form teacher Mrs Carolyn Leong (2nd from L) pose with the lion head the class created for the Lion Dance competition.

- Ascendas Teo Yue Teng Fei [2nd from R]

Lion dancers from each class get into positions in the hall as they prepare to show off their lion dance moves. The schoolwide competition is the main highlight of the CNY celebration.

Under the guidance of their form teacher Ms Carine Lim, 1E students work hard on creating their paper cutting by first drawing an outline of an ox on red construction paper.

“The students had a fun cycling experience alongside the patient coaches who ensured that they had a safe experience. We also received kind compliments as our students were seen to be courteous and gracious to members of the public.” - Ms Melissa Nicolich

SECONDARY 1 AND 3 LEVEL CAMPS

Ms Melissa Nicolich (1F form teacher) [foreground] takes a wefie with her students before they begin their cycling expedition around the Yishun neighbourhood.

1I students they take a break during their trekking expedition along the Southern Ridges. Through long-distance walks, our students are able to demonstrate grit and resilience.

As part of the multidisciplinary approach in Northbrooks, our Secondary 1 students attempt a Geographical Investigation lesson at Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park. Infusing the various subject disciplines into our camp programmes promotes experiential learning as the students are able to learn beyond the textbooks.

[L-R] Mohamad Izz Qamahl Al-Seif Bin Mohamad Faizal, Wong Zuo Cheng, Iman Nasharudin Bin Jamaludin and Ahmad Hakimi Idraki Bin Ramli (1E) wait for their turn to push their kayaks into the water.

Our Secondary 1 students are all set and ready for a cycling expedition after completing the in-house cycling circuit. The progressive cycling programme in Northbrooks allows our students to slowly improve their cycling skills as we build them towards cycling in the outdoor trails.

Naura Syarfa’a Bte Mohamad Nazhi (1F) tries out orienteering at Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park. This is an extension activity beyond the school’s ground, where students had been experiencing our in-house orienteering programmes. Orienteering is one of the niche programmes in our school’s Learning for Life programme.

3T students enjoy the bumboat journey that will take them to Pulau Ubin for their Secondary 3 level camp. For many of the students, this is their first time visiting Pulau Ubin and being on a bumboat!

Jolene Koh Kai Ting and Goh Yee Hin (3F) smile for the camera while in the midst of their exciting kayaking expedition to the mangroves of Pulau Ubin.

Ratnah Marsyazarifah Bte Zulkifli (3T) holds her class flag with pride as she prepares for her trekking expedition around Pulau Ubin with her classmates. All classes were tasked to design a flag as part of their class identity. Chong Pongkrit (3E) [R] manages a smile as he negotiates the downhill trail cautiously. This outdoor cycling experience is a first for him.

3T students undergo an environmental appreciation experience at the Chek Jawa wetlands at low tide as they observe the marine wildlife present. The school’s outdoor education programme has a deep emphasis on environmental education.

“The cycling trip was challenging at some points but most of us managed to pull through it. I thoroughly enjoyed bonding and making memories with my friends through this experience.” - Clark Rocales Cedric Margallo (2nd from L)

3I students pause for a quick photo opportunity while cycling around Pulau Ubin. 79

4I students meticulously check on the bags they have packed for the elderly folks living in rental blocks, as part of their Service Learning programme.

Secondary 2 Character and Citizenship Education (CCE) Leaders guide their classmates to come up with ideas on sprucing up an area of the school they have chosen, as part of their Service Learning project.

S E R V IC E L E A R N IN G PROGRAMMES 2I students spruce up the Art Space with azure blue tiles that are guaranteed to lift the spirits of Brooksians who use the Art Space.

Presenting 2G students’ revamped version of the study area outside the staff room. 2G had worked on livening up this space. CCE leader Joyce Teoh Yu Xuan said, “The entire service learning process was very good. I learnt that it is not easy to lead the class and there were many tasks, but it made me more responsible.”

3E students lead their group of elderly beneficiaries through some simple warm up exercises. For their Service Learning project, they conducted a Mindfulness and Zumba workout session via Zoom for their beneficiaries.

“It encouraged my heart that the activities we led left the elderly wanting more. I am happy to see my classmates and the elderly enjoying themselves, and stepping out of our comfort zone.” - Nur Dalinah Bte Ahmad Amin [L] 80

3I students prepare to guide their elderly beneficiaries through a Zoom workshop on how to use the mobile app, PicsArt. Due to safe management measures, students were not able to meet their beneficiaries in person. However, through the creative use of technology, our Secondary 3 students were still able to do their part for the community.

Chua Jia Hao (3G) plays a game of badminton with his mentor, Mr Alex Ong, who graduated from Northbrooks in 2007.

“My mentor has helped me to form a clear goal and set the direction in my life.” - Jia Hao

Brooksian volunteers pose for the camera as they help to pack groceries and other essentials for Project Sunshine. The project is a collaboration bet ween the school, Parent Support Group (PSG) and external welfare organisation. It aims to provide daily necessities to selected families in the school.

Teoh Rong Kai (3F) and his mentor, Miss Tizane Teo, who graduated from Northbrooks in 2010, discuss life at the polytechnic. The Mentoring Alliance Programme, which started this year, aims to rope in Brooksian alumni to be role models and journey with selected Secondary 3 students.

P A R T N E R S H IP PROGRAMMES

[L-R] Mdm Adeline Wong (PSG Vice-Chairperson) and parent volunteers Mdm Michelle Tan and Mdm Sapiahtun Mohamed Ali prepare packed buns and Milo packets to be distributed to students before the start of the school day. The programme aims to encourage students to have a light breakfast so as to start their day right.

[L-R] Mr Desmond Soh (PSG Chairman), Mr Nick Chan and Mr Anson Ng, the founder of Hao Ren Hao Shi, a non-profit organisation, pose for a group photo at the first Project Sunshine held in February.

SPEECH & P R IZ E - G IV IN G DAY

The President of the 20th Student Council, Ahmad Mikhail Rauff (4G) [R] warmly receives Dr T. Chandroo, and explains this year’s theme of ‘Take Flight’ to symbolise and celebrate the school’s 21st birthday!

Mrs Edelweiss Neo (Superintendent/N6 Cluster) [background, L], Mr Nick Chan (Principal) and Mr Jayadev S/O K N Unnithan (SAC member) [R] welcome Northbrooks’ first Patron, Dr T. Chandroo, the CEO Of Montessori International, the Guest of Honour for Speech & Prize-Giving Day. This event is an official platform to celebrate the school’s achievements and to recognise outstanding performances of both students and staff.

Dr T. Chandroo officially opens the Heritage Hub , a gallery that displays Northbrooks’ history.

Mr Sanjay s/o Radakrishna (SH/Character & Citizenship Edn, Ag) [R] shares with Dr T. Chandroo his adventures in mountaineering and how he uses these life lessons to inspire Brooksians.

Our guests witness students from Youth Flying Club (YFC) demonstrate the use of the flight simulators for their flying lessons. Mr Foo Weng Choy (YFC teacher-in-charge) [3rd from L] is on hand to explain the flight simulators to the guests.

“I have learnt many positive lessons from my time in the outdoors and I am glad to have shared them with Dr T. Chandroo.” - Mr Sanjay

[L-R] Our guests gather to view a drone show put up by YFC students using handheld remotes.

Dr T. Chandroo addresses the school in his opening speech through a unique, blended format with guests physically within the AVA room and students watching virtually from their classrooms via a live broadcast.

Staff members who have been in Northbrooks and MOE for more than 5 years are recognised for their service to the school and/or teaching profession. Mrs Edelweiss Neo (Superintendent/N6 Cluster) [L] presents Mrs Sukhdev Singh Jasvindar (HOD/EL & Literature) a well-deserved MOE Long Service Award. Dr T. Chandroo presents the Brooksian of the Year Award to Ding Zhao Yang (4E) from the Class of 2020.

“I feel very honoured to be bestowed the Brooksian of the Year award. I would like to thank my teachers and friends who have been with me on my four year journey for I would not be who I am today without them.” - Zhao Yang

The token of appreciation for our Guest-of-Honour is a portrait of him with our brook in the background. The artist, Art student Nurin Qaisara Bte Hussain (3F) [2nd from R], painted the art work under the guidance of her Art teacher, Ms Lin Kaili [L]. 83

Tan Kar Wee Alvin (3G) picks out a special ethnic costume which is inspired by the Malay and Indian cultures. Alvin had selected it from a booth offering a range of pre-loved ethnic costumes donated by students and staff. The aim of the booth was to encourage Brooksians to don ethnic costumes to commemorate Racial Harmony Day (RHD) and for staff and students to pass on their pre-loved costumes.

Students from 3D and 4D commemorate RHD by posing for a group shot at The Brooks, while adhering to safe management measures.

R A C IA L H A R M O N Y D A Y & TOTAL DEFENCE DAY

4G students bask in the glow of the morning sun as they commemorate their final year in secondary school with a group photo.

“RHD has always been a joyous celebration for me. It has allowed me to always learn about different cultures from around the world in a fun and unique way!” Ramos Nheo Mickel Ebdane (2nd row, 1st from R) Red Cross Youth senior cadet, Ratnah Marsyazarifah Bte Zulkifli (3T) demonstrates how to bandage an injured hand on Muhammad Danzil Bin Mohammad Noh (1G). She was conducting a simple first aid lesson for her Secondary 1 juniors during Total Defence Day.

Teachers commemorate the resilient spirit of Total Defence Day by wearing their uniforms as a reminder of their commitment to supporting Singapore’s military and civil defence.

[L-R] Tiara Dian Arleeana Bte Mohamed, Marinah Bte Mohamed Nizar and Ang Rui Han (1T2) proudly display their finished product - a tightly bandaged hand!

“The four emcees gave their very best, especially Edan and Uzma who were hosting for the first time. The emcees really livened up the mood, despite students having to celebrate in their classrooms via Zoom. Kudos!” - Mrs Carolyn Leong

Nurfalisha Adryna Bte Heriady [L] and Toh Yu Heng (3I) prepare for their roles as emcees for the National Day Celebration.

N A T IO N A L D A Y C E L E B R A T IO N

Yan XuHui, Edan and Uzma Haziqah Bte Mohd Shafie (2I) working with Mrs Carolyn Leong (CCE teacher-in-charge) the preparations for a Zoom telecast of the National Day Celebration.

1G students work together as a class to go through their choreography for the Brooks Bop Dance Challenge. This dance challenge involved classes coming up with a dance routine to a National Day song. 4I students fill the exterior and interior of their classroom with National Day decorations.

Student leaders sit proudly in front of the board made up of encouraging notes for the national teams representing Singapore at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics Games.

Brooksian teachers show their love for Singapore by donning red and white attire. 85

TEACHERS’ DAY C E L E B R A T IO N Led by their class leaders, 4G students enjoy the games segment of this year’s Teachers’ Day Celebration (TDC).

“Like this cake, 2G is well-supported by their two form teachers on each side; and Mr Ng Cheong York (Year Head / Lower Secondary) who is our firm foundation, just like the cake base. 2G’s subject teachers bring much joy to their lives, just like the beautiful frosting on the cake!” - Mdm Nuraida Bte Ajmaain

Terence Ooi Zi Heng (3I) [L] and Lee Jia Xuan (3G), the President and Vice-President of the Student Council respectively, lead the TDC via Zoom as the emcees. Given the pandemic, the student leaders have had to adjust their programme to a virtual format.

2G form teachers, Mdm Nuraida Bte Ajmaain (ST / Character & Citizenship Edn.) [L] and Ms Xu Xiaoyu Sherry beam with pride as they receive a surprise cake on Teachers’ Day.

[L-R] Mr Omar Bin Ismail [ML teacher], Mrs Sukhdev Singh Jasvindar (HOD / EL & Literature) and Mr Tang Kin Hua [Art teacher] lead the staff in reciting the Teachers’ Pledge. Cumulatively, they have taught for a total of 136 years! Northbrooks is truly appreciative of their dedication to the teaching service.

Mr Muhammad Bin Parjo (ML teacher) receives the Shopaholic Traveller award from Mr Nick Chan (Principal). “I’m impressed with how much effort the team put in for this year’s TDC. The school was decorated according to the Wanderlust travel theme and teachers dressed up for the destination that they would love to travel to. It was the only day that I could dress up as if I’m travelling to a beach in Seychelles,” shared Mr Muhammad. 86

1I teachers receive their Teachers’ Day gifts from the class leaders. This year’s theme for TDC was ‘Wanderlust’ which encouraged everyone to reminisce on their past travelling experiences and also look forward to such good times ahead.

A group of Brooksian teachers showcase the spirit of Hari Raya Aidilfitri in a video by visiting Geylang Serai and sharing fun facts about ketupat and sampul duit raya (money packets). Also, several non-Muslim teachers fasted on the day of the recording. They broke their fast together with the rest of the teachers at a restaurant at dusk, otherwise known as iftar. The iftar was an opportunity for the teachers to foster bonds bet ween them.

Ms Halimah Bte Jamil (Corporate Support Officer) [L] and Mdm Zuraidah Bte Abdul Karim (ST / ML) [R] explain to Mr Sanjay S/O Radakrishna (SH/CCE) about the ketupat eating tradition.

H A R I R A Y A A ID IL F IT R I C E L E B R A T IO N In the spirit of Ramadan, the Malay Language unit hands over pre-loved Baju Kurungs and Baju Melayus that the school had collected for needy beneficiaries. The donation drive was organised by Project Ihsan and Tampines West Community Club.

Secondary 1 students help to sort out, fold and pack the pre-loved traditional Malay costumes in boxes, for delivery to Tampines West Community Club.

“We should be grateful for what we have because some people don’t even have clothes for Hari Raya! It was a meaningful activity for me as I got to contribute to the less fortunate and bring joy to them.”

Brooksian Hari Raya Aidilfitri dancers pose at the school foyer. The school foyer was decorated with a coconut tree, hen, rooster and a long wooden spatula in a big pot filled with ketupats; to create a kampong scene.

- Mohamed Faiq Syafi Bin Mohamed Fauzi (1G) [foreground, R] Students of 2T1, the winning class in the Secondary 2 Hari Raya Best Dressed Competition 2021, recreate scenes of the gifting of duit raya and Hari Raya sweet treats. 87

[L-R] Mdm Nuraida Bte Ajmaain and Ms Xu Xiaoyu, Sherry, form teachers of 2G, don Indian ethnic attire and strike their best pose for the annual Northbrooks Deepavali music video!

DEEPAVALI C E L E B R A T IO N [L-R] Mdm Yeo Bee Eng (Management Support Officer) and Ms Kong Yuet Mun Cynthia (Administrative Executive) perform their best dance moves for the filming of the Deepavali music video.

[L-R] Looking all vibrant and colourful in their Indian ethnic attire, Mdm Siti Aishah Bte Masood (Librarian) and Mdm Halimah Bte Jamil (Corporate Support Officer) execute their best Bollywood dance moves in the spirit of celebrating Deepavali.

Ms Lim Wan Yee (HOD / Character & Citizenship Edn.) and Mr Sanjay s/o Radakrishna (SH / Character & Citizenship Edn., Ag) act in a fun and engaging skit to educate Brooksians about rituals conducted during Deepavali.

Our teachers dress up in their Indian ethnic costumes and put up Deepavali decorations in the staff room to create a festive atmosphere.

“It is the time of the year where we put up colourful decorations and get dressed in our vibrant ethnic attire and celebrate the festival of lights with everyone in school.” - Ms Sumithra Nair D/O Venu Gopal (Year Head / Upper Sec.) 88

Our Brooksian teachers, [Top row, L-R] Ms Sumithra Nair D/O Venu Gopal, Mr Sanjay s/o Radakrishna, Ms Sangeeta D/O Tamilarasan, [Bottom row, L-R] Ms Wendy Lee Chien Wuan and Ms Lim Wan Yee connect and communicate on Zoom to celebrate Deepavali, showing that it is possible to have a fun festive celebration despite being apart.

Ms Melissa Nicolich prepares emcees Reyniery Maulana Affanny Bin Mohamad Sariman (2T1) [L] and Nur Aisyah Batrisya (3G) to host the inaugural Patron’s Challenge. The challenge, themed Northbrooks Glow Up, is supported by our school’s Patron, Dr T. Chandroo and involved Secondary 2 and 3 students brainstorming for sustainable projects to enhance school life in Northbrooks.

Mr Nick Chan [L] and Mdm Poh Shi Hui [3rd from R] lend their support to the organising team of teachers and student emcees behind the Patron’s Challenge.

“The challenge presented an avenue for Brooksians to bring about the change they wanted for Northbrooks. It was amazing to see the diversity of ideas and views we received and I cannot wait for the winning projects to take shape.” - Mr Timothy Chong

Mr Timothy Chong Wee Er and Ms Kerina Tan Shi Yun prepare the finalists from the Secondary 2 cohort for the question and answer segment of the challenge.

P A T R O N ’S CHALLENGE

[L-R] Nur Namira Bte Abdul Halim, Dhia Qistina Haziqwah Bte Mohd Sham and Jolene Koh Kai Ting (3F) prepare to share their ideas for the challenge as well as field questions from the judging panel made up of Mrs Diana G. Annuar (Art teacher), Mdm Poh Shi Hui (Vice-Principal), Mr Lawrence Yip (SAC Chairman) and Dr T. Chandroo (Patron).

Mdm Poh Shi Hui (Vice-Principal) and Eagor give out the prizes to the elated class leaders and student councillors of 2G.

Mr Nick Chan (Principal) presents the inaugural Patron’s Challenge Shield to Ayu Syafiqah Bte Shahrul and Muhammad Hazif Bin Heily, the class leaders of the winning class, 3T.

The recipients of the Honours List from 1F – Muhammad Daniel Bin Fazli and Faith Chan pose with their form teachers Mr Wu Yueshen and Ms Nicolich Ann Melissa.

3 1 Y R A D N O C E S HONOURS LIST & T R O F F E E L B A D N E M COM Y N O M E R E C S D R A W A

Siti Hazlynn Nur Rizki Bte Ismail (2T1) receives the Honours List certificate from Mr WillIam Chan (HOD / ICT). The Honours List is given to the top five students who have received excellent academic results.

Yenamandra Hyma Amrutha Varshini (2G) receives the Honours List Award certificate from her form teacher, Mdm Nuraida Ajmaain, for doing exceptionally well in her exams.

Ashley Tan and Joanne Hoo Sian En (2G) beam with pride as they stand proudly with their Commendable Effort Award certificate at the End-of-Year Prize-Giving Ceremony.

“I have worked very hard this year and I am very proud of myself for winning these awards. I will continue working hard next year as well.” - Rasha

Rasha Fahreezi Bin Alias (3D) stands tall as he receives a Certificate for Commendable Effort and Certificate of Accomplishment from his form teacher, Mr Alex Tok.

Cynthia Zhang Xin Yue (3D), a recipient of the Honours List. She was presented the award by her form teacher, Mr Alex Tok.

Ang Min En (3I) receives the certificate for Commendable Effort from her form teacher, Mrs Carolyn Leong.

“I am so glad I managed to receive this certificate this year. I feel so motivated to do better next year,” said Jolin Ang Jia Xuan (3I). She received the certificate for Commendable Effort from her form teacher, Ms Tee Shi Hui.

“I can’t believe we won the Champion Class Award two years in a row! This award is testament to the hard work that our teachers and peers put in the whole year. It has been a great experience working alongside them and I have learned so much!” - Chen Yichuan (Chairperson of 2T1)

2T1 clinches the Champion Class Award again! The class was thrilled when our school’s mascot, Eagor stepped into their classroom to present the Champion Class trophy to them. Each student was also presented a medal by their form teachers, Ms Lee Wen Lin and Mr Lim Xiao Feng. Ms Diana G. Annuar joined in the celebration via Zoom. 91

Mrs. Lim Puay Hoon (4G form teacher) takes a selfie with Ahmad Mikhail Rauff and Chua Tian Song [L] as they decorate their classroom to prepare for Graduation Day on 8th October.

: 1 2 0 2 F O S S A L C N O I T A U D A R G N 5 / 4E DAY

Arianne Hannah Pinlac Granada (4G) receives a Brooksian Core Value Award certificate for the value of Graciousness.

“This award is an encouraging testament to the value I hold close to my heart. I believe it is always important to have integrity, no matter how challenging the circumstance. Northbrooks has taught me this and I will continue to be a good example of this wherever I go in the future.” - Rusyaidi

Erlyn Qiryati Bte Mohamad Yussof (4F) beams with pride as she receives the Edusave Character Award (ECHA) from Mdm Poh Shi Hui (Vice-Principal). The ECHA award by the Ministry of Education is presented to students who demonstrate exemplary character and outstanding personal qualities.

Mr Adam Ahmad (Vice-Principal) presents the ECHA certificate to Muhammad Rusyaidi Bin Radzi (4I).

4NA/NT GRADUATION DAY

Gwendolyn Neo Su Ping (4D) receives her Honours List certificate from her form teacher, Mr Toh Chin Hwee.

Mdm Au Lai Fei (4T form teacher) presents the certificate for Commendable Effort to Danial Hariz Morier Hartino (4T). This certificate is presented to students who have done well in their exams. “It has been a challenging year but I am happy that I have managed to do my best and I will continue to do well for the N levels as well,” said Danial.

“I feel sad as I am parting ways with my friends after four years in the same class. However, I am also excited for the journey ahead as I graduate on this day. I thank the school and my teachers for always believing in me and spurring me on to strive for the best.” - Gwendolyn Mr Adam Ahmad (Vice-Principal) presents the Edusave Character Award to Qurniawan Ilhansyah Bin Mohamad Redzuan (4D).

4E students enjoy their Graduation Day proceedings that were conducted via Zoom. Mrs Celine Goh (4E form teacher) presents a medal to Azlynn Nabillah for being one of the Top 20 fastest females in the Secondary 4 and 5 levels.

“It has been an enjoyable day filled with so many memories and laughter as we look back on how far we have come. It has been a tough t wo years and I am proud of my classmates for overcoming hurdles together to reach this milestone!” said Burog Jessica Laurette Ilagan (4E). 93

IG N IT E S K IL L S CHALLENGE [L-R] Members of the Robotito team, Muhammad Yazdan Bin Mohd Anuar, Ryan Arman Bin Abdullah and Asfarul Hayy Bin Muhammad Suazmin (2E) pose with the robot arm they created prior to the start of the preliminary round of the IgnITE Skills Challenge 2021.

Ryan Arman Bin Abdullah and Asfarul Hayy Bin Muhammad Suazmin (2E) prepare the codes for their robot arm for the final challenge of the Robotito Competition.

Braydon Toh Jing Hui (2E) [2nd from R] pilots a drone to conduct an inventory check under the watchful eyes of his classmates Muhd Rosly Erdanny Bin Erzan Eusope [L] and Halimah Bte Rohani [R]. They were being judged by the Gamemaster [R] from ITE in the finals of the Logistics Challenge.

“I am heartened to see the grit and fortitude shown by the team throughout the competition. Despite early setbacks in the finals when the team faced a faulty motor, they remained calm and managed to troubleshoot in time. I hope their achievement will inspire more students to come forward and participate in similar external competitions!” - Mr Kenneth Yong (teacher mentor of the Robotito Team)

[L-R] Actors Sheraz Rashidean (1F) and Shen Guan Yu Jaden (3D) help Chloe Yong Zi Yi and Chan Yee Xuan (3D) with the filming of a dramatic scene of a company celebrating their year-end party. Chan Yee Xuan [foreground] and Chloe Yong Zi Yi (3D) edit their work with Adobe Premiere on the new Mac workstations in the school’s Digital Studio. They were taking part in the Digital Media Storytelling Challenge.

[2nd from L-R] The team for the Digital Media Storytelling Challenge, Chan Yee Xuan, Chloe Yong Zi Yi and Cynthia Zhang Xin Yue (3D) pose with Mr Nick Chan [extreme L] and their teacher mentor Mr Md Finosh Philips [R] after receiving medals and certificates for participating in the finals of the challenge.

PEER SUPPORT LEADERSHIP PROGRAMME

[L-R] Muhammad Danish Irfan Bin Mohamad Faizal (2D) smiles widely for his fellow Peer Support Leader (PSL) Abdul Halim Bin Rohani (2T1). PSLs break the ice with a game of e-bingo during their first Peer Support Leadership training. For this game, students need to take a picture of someone they did not know previously and upload it on Padlet with a brief description of their newfound friend that matched the descriptions in the bingo squares.

Khairul Shahri Putra Khairul Nizam (2T2) completes a survey on Mentimeter on strengthening peer support training. Our PSLs go through rigorous training to equip themselves with skills so that they can support their peers more effectively.

PSLs use their iPads to find a picture that depicts their own meaning of peer support during a leadership training programme.

During Brooksian Time, PSLs engage their classmates in team building games so as to build class identity and spirit. Led by PSLs, students put together their self-care plans during Brooksian Time.

“I had a lovely time bonding with and getting to know our PSLs.” Mdm Sharmila d/o Sivalingam (SH/Student Well-Being, Upper Sec. & Educational Support) [foreground, L] and Ms Xu Xiaoyu Sherry (GEAR-UP programme teacher-in-charge) [2nd from R] inspect the beautifully made friendship bands by PSLs and their peers for their form teachers as Teachers’ Day gifts.

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T N E D U T S COUNCIL

Student Council President for 2020-2021, Ahmad Mikhail Rauff (4G) [R], presents certificates to the winning team of the Call of Duty Mobile Games Competition. The competition was organised by the Student Council to promote student bonding and cater to their interests.

[L-R] Secondary 3 Student Council presidential candidates Terence Ooi Zi Heng (3I), Nur Namira Bte Abdul Halim (3F) and Lee Jia Xuan (3G) canvass for votes during recess. They shared with Brooksians their plans to improve the school should they be elected to the Student Council President for 2021-2022. Terence was eventually elected the council’s President.

Kimnee Tan (4G) shares about the art pieces on display with Speech & Prize Giving Day 2021 Guest of Honour, Dr T. Chandroo.

Toh Yu Heng (3I) shelters a fellow Brooksian from heavy rain, while on morning duty at the school gate. He demonstrated a strong sense of care and service to the school.

“I am glad to have been able to play my part as a student councillor to help a fellow Brooksian in need.” - Yu Heng 96

[L-R] Nurfalisha Adryna Bte Heriady, Canlas Mikaela Santos and Jolin Ang (3I) celebrate Racial Harmony Day by posing at a photo booth which was prepared by the Student Council.

CONCERT BAND

Concert Band Team B pose triumphantly outside the Singapore Conference Hall after their Singapore Youth Festival Arts (SYF) Presentation 2021 performance.

Nur Emilyna Bte Mohammad Rosli (2T2) smiles for the camera as she balances her trombone across her lap to keep it safe while on the bus ride to the SYF 2021 performance.

Mohamed Farid Farhan Bin Mohamed Razib (4F) watches the conductor while preparing for another round of Masterpiece 2021 rehearsals.

The members of the band rehearse before recording for Masterpiece 2021, an e-concert which showcases the various Performing Arts CCAs in Northbrooks.

“The performances have been a lot of fun and I’ll really miss them after I graduate.” - Farid

Concert Band Team A prepares for their turn at the SYF Arts Presentation 2021 as they wait at the main atrium of the Singapore Conference Hall. The team eventually won a Certificate of Distinction at SYF. Congratulations! 97

D R A M A CL U B

Dramalites improvise a scene from World War II during the Secondary 1 CCA Display Day, in a bid to entice their junior Brooksians to join the club.

The Drama Club clinches yet another Certificate of Accomplishment at this year’s Singapore Youth Festival with their original play titled ‘Essential Behaviours’. The play reflects the moral ethics of societal norms in Singapore during the Covid-19 pandemic. During in-person CCA sessions, Dramalites train on their peripheral vision, stage and spatial awareness as well as their own body gestures and control.

“Learning drama techniques through Zoom is a convenient way to continue with CCA sessions. Recently, I also learnt how to use the Zoom frames well and act in different positions for an upcoming audition on the online platform. That Dramalites get into character as they put up their play titled ‘The Brooksian was certainly memorable.” - Tang Si Ying Ella (3I)

Games!’ on Teachers’ Day. While preparing for their performance, students discovered the differences bet ween a stage and an online performance as they had to learn to use green screens, lighting, camera and screen angles, as well as Zoom and video editing apps in order to put up a good show.

Dramalites discuss the effectiveness of facial expressions, the use of voice and language as well as physical gestures while referring to clips from the movie ‘Hook’, during an e-CCA session. The members also recreated their own versions of the scenes through the use of miming and sounds. 98

GUZHENG ENSEMBLE After months of hard work, Guzheng members stand proudly alongside their peers, alumni and teachers, beaming excitedly behind their masks as they prepare to set off for the Singapore Conference Hall where the Singapore Youth Festival (SYF) 2021 would take place.

Northbrooks Guzheng Ensemble fully immerse themselves in the experience of performing the music pieces, Dayung Sampan and Impressions of the Yellow Plum, during the SYF. All players were focused on their conductor, Ms Lim Choo Li, as she guided them through the repertoire.

Members work on tuning their instruments for the last time before their SYF performance.

Tan Zhi Xin [L] and Sin Zhe Yun (Guzheng Ensemble Alumni) help their juniors with their makeup and final preparations before the SYF competition.

“I came down to help my juniors today because I wanted to give them some moral support.”

The Guzheng Ensemble rehearses in various venues, including the school hall, in order to practise listening to one another in different environments.

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M O D ER N D A N CE Seniors of the Modern Dance team proudly showcase their CCA to Secondary 1 students at CCA Display Day. “It is exciting to welcome new members into our CCA. We look forward to working with them and integrating them into the MD family,” said Leong Ping Fang (4G).

Wong Yi Qi (2G) shares with his juniors various strategies used in dance. It is important that everyone is familiar with the names of the terms and techniques so that each dancer is able to execute the dance moves accurately.

Secondary 3 Modern Dance members pose candidly before a recording of their performance for the school’s Chinese New Year celebration. Alysya Zrina Bte Zairin (3T) [L] said, “I miss performing on stage in the school hall. The atmosphere is very different. However, as times change, we need to be adaptable and learn to live with the new norm. I’m still grateful to be able to dance with my CCA friends for this CNY performance.”

“We started preparing for SYF in 2020 when our coach taught us the moves via Zoom. It has been a tough and challenging journey and we have come a long way. We’ve put in so much hard work and have been awarded a Certificate of Distinction. Our parents and teachers are so proud of us!” - Kimnee Tan Xin Hui (4G, President of Modern Dance)

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Our dancers took part in the Singapore Youth Festival 2021 in the International Dance category. Titled ‘Think in Grey’, the dancers were clad in black and white and impressed the judges with their swift and agile moves.

“Our students find this collaboration meaningful and recognise that every interaction they have is an opportunity to positively impact others.” - Mrs Celine Goh (EAC teacherin-charge)

EAC members harvest home-grown produce for elderly residents in collaboration with Touch Community Services. These vegetables are provided to these residents on a regular basis.

E N V IR O N M E N T A L ART CLUB Nurnahah Bte Fadly (3D) and Ang Lik Hsean (2I) add designs and colours to transform an old drawer into a useful plant pot through upcycling. “Waste is not waste until we waste it,” said Ms Aryssa Ngoh (EAC teacher-in-charge)

[L-R] Chua Hern Wei Janson (3E), Neo Ler Wei (1F) and Tay Cheng Sheng John (3D) engage in a discussion on how to design a biodiversity e-poster. All EAC members participated in this internal competition organised to spread awareness of environmental conservation. Hana Angelica Suay Marpaung [L] and Neville Annalises (1G) showcase their spiral design tie-dye handkerchiefs. “EAC members enjoy the experiential learning activities and look forward to our termly Art masterclasses,” said Mdm Nuruljannah Bte Jumaat (EAC teacher-in-charge) 101

Muhammad Rafie Bin Fauzi (2G) helps with controlling the audio output during the live stream session on Zoom as part of his duties as an Infocomm Club member during the National Day celebrations.

IN F O C O M M C L U B & A U D IO V IS U A L A ID S CLUB Infocomm Club member Ng Qun Yuan (3I) snaps photos of important moments during the school’s Speech Day celebrations.

Chua Yan Siew Alicia (3G) [R] presents the banner she designed for the Infocomm Club CCA and explains the inspiration behind the design. Her banner won the highest votes from her fellow CCA members.

[L-R] Chua Li Heng (4I), Muhammad Nur Izwan Shah Bin Muhammad Ridhuan (4T) and Catalos Albvaro Dennise Jay San Juan (3T) prepare to attract prospective Secondary 1 students to the AVA Club during this year’s CCA Display Day.

During an Infocomm Club’s e-CCA session, a Padlet page was set up for students to showcase the photos they took according to the different rules of photography.

“We are always exploring ways, such as our work with the green screen, to get our students to think creatively and embark on multiple projects to widen their knowledge and gain experience at the same time.” - Ms Nurnadia Abdolah (Infocomm Club teacher-in-charge) 102

Students went through an iMovie course conducted by their teachers-in-charge and experimented with the green screen.

De Nyane Aung (2G), Phyo Thiha Oo (2I), Rayden Leau Tian En (4G) and Aiman Bin Bambang Martono (2D) proudly display the glider that they had created together. Youth Flying Club members learn to build guilders for competitions they participate in.

Aidan Tan Wee Li (2D), De Nyane Aung (2G) and Phyo Thiha Oo (2I) prepare to launch their team’s glider and watch it soar.

“It was really fun making the glider, though frustrating at times. With friends and teachers by my side, I eventually succeeded in making it fly.” - Phyo

[Background, seated] Danial Hadif Bin Yusuf (3I) and Nur Niki Emily Bte Mohammad Rosli (3G) [foreground, seated] practise on Northbrook’s latest flight simulator trainers as their CCA members watch on. These machines help students understand what it is like to fly a real plane.

YOUTH FLYING CLUB

[L-R] Syarin Aryanna Bte Mohammed Rizuwan (3I), Nur Yasmin Bte Khamis(3F) and Nur Niki Emily Bte Mohammad Rosli (3G) receive certificates from Mr Johnson Low, programme manager of Neo Aeronautics, for winning the Aspire Aviation Challenge 2021. They had worked together to design a future concept for unmanned aerial vehicles. 103

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CLUB

Mithalina Xin Yi Hussein attempts an Eskimo Roll with the help of her buddy, Lin Zi Jie Klein (4T). An Eskimo Roll is performed in kayaking to right a capsized kayak. “Though this was hard, I am glad I overcame my fear of water and obtained my 2 star kayaking award,” said Mithalina.

Students enjoy an outdoor cooking experience during one of their in person CCA sessions in school.

“I have been looking forward to this. It is fun cooking our own outdoor meals.” - Qaisara Bte Mohamed Redeha (2T2) [R, in blue] [L-R] Wan Ruo Yu and Cheng Fang Rong (3G) try their hand at navigating around Yishun Park.

A group of Secondary 2 students work together to set up a tent. Axel Poon Jie Lun (2T2) shared, “Tent-pitching is fun! I can’t wait to have overnight camps where I can sleep in the tent I pitched!” Aryton Singh Preet want (1T1) [foreground] tries out the new obstacle course in school. “I never thought that it would be so difficult but it’s so much fun!” he exclaimed. 104

B A D M IN T O N TEAM The Badminton ‘B’ Division Boys’ Team pose for a group photo after competing in a National School Games match.

“The competition was nerve-wracking but it felt better knowing my supportive coach, my caring teachers and my awesome teammates were always there with me.” - Jaren Ong Liang Hwa (4T) [4th from R]

The Badminton ‘B’ Division Girls’ Team is in good spirits after a match in the National School Games. “My experience in badminton was enjoyable and there were teammates who encouraged me to improve my skills. There were teachers willing to lend a hand if I needed someone to train with or to give me tips on how I could play better,” said Loy Yi Xuan (4E) [2nd row, 3rd for L]

The members of the Badminton Girls’ team are all smiles during a training session in the hall.

Badminton Boys’ team display their agility in this collage of them during a training session.

Several members of the Badminton Girls’ team reflect on their journey with the CCA in this collage which also shows them in action during a training session. 105

“Online zoom sessions have helped to strengthen the bonds among the girls, and our CCA leaders have the opportunity to plan activities for their peers via the online platform,” said Ms Sherry Xu (Basketball teacher-in-charge, 2nd row, 2nd from L)

No court time? No problem. Basketball girls continue to hold their CCA sessions online via Zoom despite not being able to meet in person due to safe management measures.

B A S K ET B A LL TE A M [L-R] Ke Xingfa (3I), Mak Gao Ming Jerryl (3T), Arfian Khuzaire Bin Azrie (3I), Han Kuan Xu, Royce (3I) and Guo Weixin (3F) pose for a photo as part of a publicity shoot for CCAs.

Nicholas Tan Yi Jie (4T) makes his farewell speech to his juniors at the last CCA session for Secondary 4 members. He said, “If you work hard for what you dream for, you will achieve it.”

Basketball girls give each other a hands-in cheer before they end their CCA session.

[L-R] Cindy Lim Geok Lian (4E), Amanda Chai Wynn Ernn (3G), Wu Yuen (3I), Erlyn Qiryati Bte Mohamad Yussof (4F), who are members of the ‘B’ Division team, pose after receiving their competition attire.

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FLOORBALL TEAM Secondary 4 Floorball boys gather for a photo as they lend their support to the CCA’s booth during CCA Display Day.

“The running that we had to do on our own gave me a stronger will and reason to run every week. By the end of it, I began to realise that there were results starting to appear such as my stamina improving. Getting the whole CCA to run also helps my teammates in terms of their fitness.” - Rifqi

Secondary 3 Floorball boys form a formidable pose for a CCA publicity photoshoot.

Floorball Captain Muhammad Rifqi Adrian Bin Muhammad Iswadi (3I) completes a 2.4km run around his neighbourhood park. Despite not being able to attend in-person CCA sessions due to safe management measures, CCA members continue to train and build up their fitness.

Rifqi Adrian Bin Muhammad Iswadi (3I) [foreground] shields the ball from Muhammad Aqil Bin Mohammed Rizzuwan (3E) as Tengku Sufi Rozemi Bin Abdullah (3D) [background] looks on. During in-person CCA sessions, Floorball boys train by squaring off against each other.

Ms Siti Nadiah M Toha (Floorball teacher-in-charge) presents this year’s Floorball team jersey to Haani Irfan Bin Zaharudin (2D).

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N A TI O N A L CA D ET CO R PS (A IR ) Secondary 2 cadets receive their Lance Corporal rank at their promotion ceremony.

Secondary 2 cadets demonstrate teamwork as they play a game of paintball, one of the exciting activities conducted during Camp Steel, a modified obstacle course day camp.

Secondary 1 cadets launch their paper aeroplanes as part of an aeromodelling activity they participated in.

Adri Sufyan Bin Muhammad (2I) [centre, standing] facilitates a group discussion on their project for Singapore Kindness Movement.

Mr Toh Chin Chye (NCC teacher-in-charge) explains to Haziq Bin Sufyan (2E) the rules of Guardians of the City II, a Total Defence strategy card game to help youths develop a deeper understanding of Singapore’s security threats.

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“Games such as Guardians of the City II help our cadets appreciate Total Defence in a fun and engaging way.” - Mr Toh

N A T IO N A L P O L IC E CADET CORPS Secondary 3 cadets work on an activity to learn about the placement of each proficiency badge on their National Police Cadet Corps (NPCC) uniform.

Cadet leader, Sergeant Muhammad Harith Mirza Bin Muhammad Hilm (3D) takes the Secondary 1 squad through their drills. Newly-recruited Secondary 1 cadets enjoy a field cooking session during the NPCC Unit Camp.

Secondary 1 cadets volunteer their services to help pack groceries for the school’s Project Sunshine initiative.

“I am heartened and proud to see the cadets readily stepping up to volunteer for Project Sunshine after learning how this initiative helps their fellow peers and schoolmates, especially during this challenging pandemic.” - Mr Kenneth Yong (NPCC teacher-in-charge)

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“Part of the leadership journey is to be able to encourage more youths to take part in giving back to the community through service. One way to do this is by sharing with fellow Brooksians how meaningful the experience can be.” - Ratnah [L-R] Nur Fazira Poh (4I), Nurafrina Batrisya Bte Azrin (3E), Ng Yi Xin Sherlin (3G) and Ratnah Marsyazafirah Bte Zulkifli (3T) share what it means to be a Red Cross Youth (RCY) leader with Secondary 1 students during Total Defence Day.

[L-R, standing] Alisha Bte Abdul Ghani (3F), Nuraqilah Bte Akram (3E) and Kleio Baybay Delos Reyes (3E) come to the aid of their fellow injured cadet A’liyah Khalieshah Bte Mohammed Sulaimi. “I learnt not only Disaster Management and First-aid skills, but also developed a keen sense of care for others and found ways to alleviate the pain that a casualty could possibly experience. When my fellow cadet was injured, my friends and I were excited to help her in whatever way that we could.” said Kleio.

R ED CR O S S YO U TH

Nur Fazira Poh (4I) guides a Secondary 1 student through the cardiopulmonary resuscitation procedure during CCA Display Day.

RCY cadets at the senior cadets’ promotion ceremony.

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Apart from learning life-saving skills, RCY cadets also strive to do their part to encourage the Brooksian community to help the less-privileged through various Grateful Hearts’ fund-raising activities. Aimed to bring joy to those in need, [L] Nur Diyana Putri Zulkiflee (1F) and Nurhaili Mohamed Ali (1I) approach Ms Vanishree d/o Vengadasalam (EL & Literature teacher) on Grateful Hearts’ Flag Day.

Corporal Anson Chan Ze Yuan (3E), Sergeant Ng Han Lin (3G) and Corporal Lucas Ong Yong Zhi (2D) work as a team to brainstorm solutions for a puzzle game during the company’s annual training camp.

The Boys’ Brigade (BB) not only focuses on leadership development but also places equal importance on the fitness level of the boys. The BB boys often have sports sessions to work on their physical fitness and bond.

THE BOYS’ B R IG A D E “We adapted to the pandemic situation by integrating infocomm technology into our CCA lessons and activities.” - Joe Deputy Company Sergeant Major Joe Tan Gee Cheng (3F) [centre] briefs Sergeant Vu Viet Quang (3G) [L] and Lance Corporal Mark Ng (1D) on how to complete their online assignment.

Lance Corporal Daniel Chong (1D) [L] and Lance Corporal Mark Ng (1D) play Guardians of the City II, a fun and exciting Total Defence strategy card game designed to help youths develop a deeper understanding of Singapore’s security threats.

Staff Sergeant Lee Zheng Yang (5G) receives his new chevron and field rank from Lieutenant Leslie Ong (Captain of BB 87th Company) during the BB promotion ceremony.

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This publication would not have been possible without the hard work and creative collaboration of many. We sincerely thank all partners, students and staff who have contributed in one way or another. We are especially grateful to our principal, Mr Nick Chan for his advice and support.

Yearbook Team Sukhdev Singh Jasvindar Carolyn Leong Diana G. Annuar Chelsea Mun Jie Yi Premila Dhanabal Nurnadia Abdolah Audrey Chong Jia Wen Muhammad Khairi Bin Md Nor Jason Chua Wei Quan Zest Tan Yee Herng

Conceptualisation by Public Relations Committee Sukhdev Singh Jasvindar Carolyn Leong Diana G. Annuar Nurnadia Abdolah Chelsea Mun Jie Yi Premila Dhanabal Audrey Ching Jia Wen Muhammad Khairi Bin Md Nor Jason Chua Wei Quan Zest Tan Yee Herng William Chan Ying Chung Anbalahan s/o Muthusamy Ivan Wu Biwei Ler Kai Ming Gavin Lin Kaili Sanjay s/o Radakrishna

Photography Staff’s Contributions Infocomm Club Adam Photography

Artworks Diana G. Annuar

Cover Page Artwork Nur Dar wisyah Bte Juhadi (4E) Diana G. Annuar

Cover Models Nur Dar wisyah Bte Juhadi (4E) [foreground] Ahmad Afiq Bin Mohamad Samsuri (1E)

Publisher Oxford Graphic Printers Pte. Ltd.

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