Football Teachers in-charge Ms Wong Yan Lei Grace Mr Wade Wang Fengyin Dr Yee Wai Seng Mr Johar Husin Mr Rohaizad Bin Halim (Coach) Mr Hyrulnizam Juma’at (Coach) CCA Student Leaders [2023 - 2024] ‘B’ Division Captain Yeo Boon Chin (3D/2023) Tan Jie En, Jayien (3B/2023) Vice-Captain Mohammad Irhan Hussaini Bin Saifuddin (3G/2023) Muhammad Furqan Bin Mohamad Faizal (3C/2023) EXCO Member Muhammad Syafir Bin Muhammad Sharil (3D/2023) Fydeliq Putra Kylish Bin Kiefly (3E/2023) Iryan Muzafar Bin Muhammad Iskandar (3F/2023) ‘C’ Division Captain Syazwi Aniqy Bin Mohammad Jazzuli (2E/2023) EXCO Member Ng Jun Yu Owen (2C/2023) Daniel Rayn Roslan (2E/2023) Andy Mirza Danial Lum (2A/2023) Key Programmes • Character Development - Other than equipping members with the necessary skills as a member of the Football CCA, there is also a huge emphasis on character building and moral values. One highlight that took place during the September holidays was our Football CCA Day Camp whereby our footballers were brought through the Goals for Success & Growth Mindset Workshop branded by veteran footballer Fandi Ahmad himself. • Team Building - Our Football CCA members also look forward to bonding sessions where they can have some fun aside from training. These sessions typically take place once per semester. CCA Achievements • Nationwide Football Tournament - Muhammadiyah Welfare Cup 2023 - 1st Placing in U-14 - 2nd Placing in U-14 • National School Games 2023 - ‘B’ Division - Qualified for Quarter-finals of League 2 - ‘C’ Division - 4th Placing in the Finals of League 2 Individual Achievements • Yeo Boon Chin (Sec 3D/2023) - Lion City Sailors Development Centre • Fydeliq Putra Kylish (Sec 3E/2023) - Balestier Khalsa Football Club WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023 51
Girl Guides Teachers in-charge Ms Tong Hui Min Mdm Nur Haziqah Zainol Ms Sheralyn Koh Jia Huey Ms Lin Junyu CCA Student Leaders [2023 - 2024] Company Leader Ameera Zahra Binte Mohammad Moktar (3E/2022) Assistant Company Leader Sara Humaira Binte Muhammad Farudin (3E/2022) Nurul Humairah Binte M. Rahim (3B/2023) Quartermistress Keara Kwee (3F/2023) Lin Jiayi (3D/2023) Assistant Quartermistress Emelia Liu En Qi (3A/2023) Liew Fang Yun Cindy (3D/2023) Key Programmes • World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS) Leadership Development Program • ‘Free Being Me’ Programme (partnership with Dove selfesteem project and WAGGGS) • Gardens by the Bay Ambassador Programme • Singapore Anti-Narcotics Association (SANA) Programme • Kindness Badge Award (KBA) Programme • ASEAN Cybersecurity Skilling Programme (ASEAN CSP) in partnership with ASEAN Foundation • Training (5-Point Program): a comprehensive programme that enables Girl Guides to develop leadership and life skills in 5 areas: Personal & Social Development, Home, Outdoor, Community and International skills CCA Achievements • Puan Noor Aishah GOLD Award (Unit award 2022) • National Day Parade Official Marching Contingent 2023 • Let’s go Camping 2023 • Guard of Honour for Girl Guides Singapore (HQ) Gala Dinner Individual Achievements • Audrey Mel Paca (Sec 3C/2023) was awarded the Baden Powell Award 2023, the highest award given out by the Chief Commissioner to a Girl Guide 52 WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023
Guitar Ensemble Teachers in-charge Mr Chang Liang Kwang David Mdm Ruhaiza Hasan CCA Student Leaders [2023 - 2024] President Kayla Pua Jing Xuan (3B/2023) Vice-President Kong Tzing Enn (3B/2023) Wellson Er (3A/2023) Crystal Toh Yi Jing (3G/2023) EXCO Member Lim Jia Ying (3G/2023) Key Programmes • Weekly Practice on Friday from 1430 to 1730 • Took Part in the annual sec one orientation programme • Performed for the school during the post SYF showcase • Took part in the Singapore Youth Festival Art Presentation (SYF) for Guitar Ensemble on 12th April 2023 CCA Highlights • Awarded the Certificate of Accomplishment for the Singapore Youth Festival Arts Presentation for Guitar Ensemble in 2023. WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023 53
Guzheng Ensemble Teachers in-charge Mrs Charlotte Koh Mr Emmanuel Devapragasam Ms Koh Cai Hua CCA Student Leaders [2023 - 2024] President Joris Tan Si Yi (3C/2023) Vice-President Ang Hui Ru Kaitlyn (3C/2023) Wee Ying Rui Riona (3F/2023) EXCO Member Lim Kai Yang (3B/2023) Lam Jing Xuan (3C/2023) Key Programmes The CCA aims to instil in students’ passion and interest in guzheng instruments and music. In addition, it hopes to promote character building, values inculcation and life skills through teamwork and discipline. CCA Highlights • Secondary 1 Orientation Showcase • Chinese New Year Celebration Performance • Singapore Youth Festival (SYF) Art Presentation 2023 (Awarded the Certificate of Distinction) • Post-SYF Showcase in school • Chinese Development Assistance Council (CDAC) Event Performance at Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre 54 WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023
Infocomm Club Teachers in-charge Ms Zhou Siyang Mrs Shelia Wang Ms Veronica Aw Ms Priscilla Yu CCA Student Leaders [2023 - 2024] President Lim Zai En, Jonathan (3G/2023) Vice-President Oscar Yong Huai En (3G/2023) Ong Si Rui (3E/2023) EXCO Member Ang Ko Hwee (3E/2023) Zara Shaista Putri Mohammad Nazri (3D/2023) Key Programmes Immersive Media Programme provides students with an overview on how to use social media and digital marketing technologies to create projects and plan marketing campaigns to raise awareness for various social issues. Students will be trained by industry experts in this project. CCA Highlights • Student Leadership Workshops (February and May) • SERVE VIA projects - Educating Seniors on basic digital skills for living • National Tech competitions (IMDA & Google) • Social Hackathon with Ngee Ann Poly • Our School Our Story Competition WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023 55
International Dance Teachers in-charge Ms Harliany Hairon Mdm Siti Norahan Mokhtar CCA Student Leaders [2023 - 2024] President Joanna Shen Ke Xin (3F/2023) Vice-President Aurelia Regina Yu (3G/2023) Dance Captain Toh Hui Qing (3E/2023) Key Programmes The CCA aims to instil a great love for dance in students so that they can inspire self confidence, discipline and respect for themselves and others. They also learn the importance of teamwork, where they help one another to overcome challenges. Students may also develop the skills to compose creative and expressive statements through the art of performance. CCA Highlights • Secondary 1 Orientation Showcase • CNY Celebration Performance • SYF Art Presentation 2023 (Awarded the Certificate of Distinction) • SYF School Showcase • CDAC Event Performance at Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre • Teachers’ Day Performance • Secondary School Fairs Performance at Zhenghua Primary School 56 WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023
Marching Band Teachers in-charge Ms Annie Lee Mr Chua Leng Huat Mr Israel Tan Mr Robert Teoh Mdm Khairunnisa Zainal Abidin Mr Jack Lim CCA Student Leaders [2023 - 2024] Band Major Koh An Qi (3B/2023) Assistant Band Major Ang Jing Shuen Shirley (3D/2023) Neo Kyle Hur (2D/2023) Key Programmes • Weekly-focused sectional trainings • Whole band training sessions • Annual whole-band gatherings (e.g. Day camps, ECP trip, Band Graduation Party) CCA Highlights Band Exchange with Queenstown Secondary School Band This brief yet memorable exchange saw musicians from vastly different musical backgrounds coming together to perform for and with each other. Overall, the exchange was a rare opportunity and an eye-opener for both marching band and concert band members to perform in a more relaxed group setting. It was certainly an enriching experience and we look forward to build strong ties and plan for more collaborations in the future. SYF 2023 Celebrations Festival Concert @ Esplanade The band’s colour guards team was selected by MOE Arts Education Branch to be featured in the Festival Concert at the Esplanade - Theatres by the Bay on 1 July 2023. Together with Queenstown Secondary School band and Malay dance group, our colour guards performed a rhythmic fusion of the popular Malay folk song “Di-Tanjong Katong ‘’. Preparations for Singapore Youth Festival 2024 2023 is a year of rejuvenation and recharge after the Covid period. The main focus of our band was to rebuild a strong marching and music (visual arts for colour guards) foundation. Our SYF music pieces can be heard in school from July 2023 onwards. We have geared up for early preparation for the upcoming SYF 2024! WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023 57
National Cadet Corps (NCC) Teachers in-charge Mr Prakash s/o Radakrishna Mr Liu Youhe Mr Md. Munir CCA Student Leaders [2023 - 2024] Unit Sergeant Major (USM) Chua Zong Shao Asher (3C/2023) Assistant Unit Sergeant Major (ASM) Rayden Tan (3B/2023) Platoon Sergeant Muhammad Alfian Bin Abdul Wahab (3C/2023) Lin Hao (3A/2023) Lim Jie Yang Roy (3F/2023) CCA Key Programmes & Highlights Camp Forge for Junior Cadets (Secondary 1) The main objectives of Camp FORGE are to instil core values and self-discipline as well as to build the character and confidence of our Junior Cadets. The acronym FORGE stands for Fun with friendship, Orientation with outdoor activities, Responsibility and resilience building, Grouping of the cadets from different units and Experiential learning. Camp Steel for Senior Cadets (Secondary 2) The main objectives of Camp STEEL are to develop the character of NCC Senior Cadets and prepare them to become responsible and confident leaders. NCC Sports Championship NCC Sports Championship has been introduced to encourage NCC cadets to build up their physical fitness and to allow cadets to represent their school unit in competitions. These friendly competitions will allow cadets to discover their strengths and build positive connections with their teammates. Cadets will also get to strengthen their social emotional competencies through these sports. Trekking to Singapore Quarry Cadets build their resilience and fitness through trekking. 58 WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023
National Civil Defence Cadet Corps (NCDCC) Teachers in-charge Mrs Lydia Tang Xiaoqian Mr Timothy Teh Ms Koh Hui Li Ms Pauline Wan CCA Student Leaders [2023 - 2024] Unit Sergeant Major Foong Rui Tong Xandra (3B/2023) Assistant Sergeant Major Edwin Koh Zhe Rui (3G/2023) Regimental Sergeant Major Izzan Syahmi Bin Muhammad Bahauddin (3D/2023) Key Programmes National Civil Defence Cadet Corps (NCDCC) is a National Uniformed Group under the purview of the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Home Affairs, and the Singapore Civil Defence Force. West Spring NCDCC believes in developing and empowering our cadets to be equipped with life saving skills to respond effectively to emergencies. In 2023, in addition to equipping our cadets with essential life-saving skills, NCDCC cadets were involved in key programmes to showcase their resilience and tenacity in honing their footdrill skills. Cadets also had the opportunity to reach out and serve the Bukit Panjang residents through a VIA programme organised by West Spring National Police Cadet Corps (NPCC) to raise awareness on water conservation efforts. CCA Highlights • 2023 Precision Drill Challenge organised by NCDCC HQ (February 2023) • NCDCC Unit Day Camp (March 2023) • NCDCC Observance Ceremony (April 2023) • Uniformed Group combined VIA (May 2023) • 2023 National Day Programme (August 2023) WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023 59
National Police Cadet Corps (NPCC) Teachers in-charge Ms Siti Farhanum Nordin Ms Jasmine Kao Hui Ling Mr Tan Weicun Mr Wu Zonglun CCA Student Leaders [2023 - 2024] Unit Overall In-Charge Lim Jun Zhi Darius (3A/2023) Assistant Unit Overall In-Charge Cheong Hwei Kah (3F/2023) Sec 1 In-Charge Toh Zhi Heng Emmanuel (3A/2023) Sec 2 In-Charge Xavier Lee Zhi Ting (3B/2023) Sec 3 In-Charge Low Wei Wen Mathilda (3F/2023) CCA Highlights Unit Overall Proficiency Award (2022) Distinction Best Unit Cadet Award Ooi Kai Xuan, Elaine Zhang Yi Ping Station Inspector Promotion Shen Ke En, Javier Lee Le Yang Home Team Corps Award (Team Category) Ms Siti Farhanum Nordin Key Programmes West Spring Secondary School’s National Police Cadet Corps (NPCC) is dedicated to nurture youth leaders with integrity and discipline. Our key programmes are focused on this mission: To foster teamwork, discipline, and a strong sense of civic responsibility. Policing Modules Crime Prevention, Road Safety, SG Secure, Basic Law, Crime Scene Investigation, Anti-Corruption, Unarmed Tactics Camps Sec 1 Orientation Camp, Sec 2 Adventure Training Camp, Sec 2 NonCommissioned Officers’ Camp Parade Police Day Parade, National Day Parade Citizenry Outreach Reduce@North-West CDC, Police Youth Ambassador Collaboration with Bukit Panjang NPC 60 WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023
Netball Teachers in-charge Mdm Lee Si Hui Eunice Ms Sri Wirdaningsih Subari Ms Tan Zhen Yan CCA Student Leaders [2023 - 2024] ‘B’ Division Captain Cheng Jing Min (3E/2023) Vice-Captain Tay Phoebe (3G/2023) ‘C’ Division Captain Ivory Chai Xin Ru (2E/2023) Vice-Captain Nur Sufeah Binte Muhamed Nursham (2D/2023) CCA Key Programmes & Highlights Netball ladies take part in external carnivals and competitions such as Deloitte Pesta Sukan apart from the annual Inter-School Netball Championships. The netball team has also organised friendly matches with other schools such as Nanyang Girls High School. A number of our ladies were selected to be in the Under-17 and Under-14 National School Development Squad, where they had the opportunities to train and play with players from other schools in the West Zone. WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023 61
Photography & Digital Media Teachers in-charge Mdm Seoh Siok Yin Mdm Sharena CCA Student Leaders [2023 - 2024] Chairperson Blanco Zach Zander (3E/2023) Vice-Chairperson Deocades Mark Joseph Pasia (3C/2023) Sheng Yining (3F/2023) Key Programmes Photo and Videography Workshops Our Secondary 1 and 2 students had acquired photography skills this year, which they then applied in a competition which they had participated in. The theme of the competition was ‘Our Schools, Our Stories’. Our Secondary 3 students had also learned to translate their skills from storyboarding to an actual video. Using these skills, they had taken part in the Drug Free SG video competition. For student career guidance, we had brought our Secondary 3 students to Zing Media studio for an experience in an actual studio setting where they get to do hands-on activity of a live broadcasting. CCA Highlights Achievements Three of our students had received the commendation awards at the EE Photo Challenge 2023. Contribution to school PDM members had also aided the school by capturing memorable key school events such as the S.E.A ceremony, Chinese New Year concert, Hari Raya concert, National Day celebrations and Springfest. These photographs were archived and used for various school publications. Exhibition Students also get to curate and exhibit their photography works in school. The exhibition has empowered them to take ownership of their artistic journey and foster a sense of pride and accomplishment when they witness their visual stories come to life. 62 WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023
Shooting Teachers in-charge Mr Kelvin Weng Hong Poon Ms Revathi Rengasamy Mdm Wang Xiufang Mdm Liu Dongmei CCA Student Leaders [2023 - 2024] Captain Lim Fan Hao (3D/2023) Vice-Captain David Jaenel Rica Bomowey (3A/2023) Sia Xin Ern, Rylene (3D/2023) EXCO Member Lim Jia Xuan Rachel (3A/2023) Chuah Jun Hao (3D/2023) Jayden Ng Le Tian (Huang Letian) (3D/2023) Law Zhi Xin (3E/2023) Key Programmes Mental Skills Training for Shooters (In-Person & via Zoom) This programme is specially designed to train the mental strength and resilience of shooters, for both ‘B’ and ‘C’ Divisions, in preparation for competitions. Mental Skills Training includes strengthening and conditioning of the mind towards shooters’ goals and competitive spirit. Intra & Inter school games and competitions The club’s focus is the National School Games. We also participate in other competitions hosted by the Singapore Shooting Association, NUS & NTU Invitational Shoots. We also conduct intra-shooting competitions to encourage shooters to compete with one another to hone their shooting skills, even when it is not the competition season. Physical Training Activity Physical Training (PT) is essential for shooters to be fitter and have the strength to persevere through long sessions of shoots and increase competition stamina. CCA Highlights National School Games 2023 Achievements ‘B’ Division Boys Pistol Team: 2nd Runner- Up Loh Jian Hui (Sec 3A/2023) Chuah Jun Hao (Sec 3D/2023) Jayden Ng Le Tian (Sec 3D/2023) Lim Fan Hao (Sec 3D/2023) Loh Qi An (Sec 4A/2023) Koh Bock Chow (Sec 4B/2023) ‘B’ Division Girls Pistol Team: 2nd Runner- Up David Jaenel Rica Bomowey (Sec 3A/2023) Sia Xin Ern Rylene (Sec 3D/2023) Choo Xin Yi (Sec 4B/2023) Tan Qi Ya (Sec 4C/2023) Yee Cheng Ying Felicia (Sec 4C/2023) Yap Si Yin Agnes (Sec 4D/2023) ‘C’ Division Boys Pistol Team: 1st Runner- Up Mika Wong Jung Kay (Sec 2B /2023) Goh Jek Boon (Sec 2C /2023) Koh Ming Sheng (Sec 2D /2023) Kong Hao Zhe (Sec 1B/2023) Chan Khoon Yu Darien (Sec 1E/2023) Chow Shan Xi (Sec 1F/2023) ‘C’ Division Girls Pistol Team: 1st Runner- Up Shermin aw ya Ru (2A) Erica Chia Xin Zhi (2B) Teo Wee Woon (2G) Tiffany Poon Si Kaye (1E) Sofea Qistina Binte Farain (1D) Olivia Teo Yan Ting (2A) ‘C’ Division Boys Pistol Individual: First Place Goh Jek Boon (Sec 2C /2023) WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023 63
Speech and Drama Club Teachers in-charge Ms Shobana Nadaraja Ms Nur Liyana Osman Ms Aubrey Yeo Yihui CCA Student Leaders [2023 - 2024] President Teum Bai Hui (3D/2023) Vice-President Sage Caelan Ng Han Yi (Huang Hanyi) (3D/2023) Michael Brandon (3A/2023) EXCO Member Ku Chee Xuan (Qiu Zhixuan) (3B/2023) Sharifah Qarmilla Binte Alfian (3D/2023) CCA Key Programmes & Highlights Students learn a variety of skills throughout the year. Some of these skills include voice projection, prop making, scriptwriting and storytelling using podcasts. Students also took part in the Singapore Youth Festival competition and had obtained the Certificate of Accomplishment. They had taken up distinct roles in the competition such as actors, costume designers, stage managers, backstage crew and prop makers. At the school level, students had performed in school events such as Chinese New Year and Teachers’ Day, where students worked with one another closely to create a lively and engaging performance. To better appreciate the development of the arts scene in Singapore, students had also attended a performance, ‘Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs’. 64 WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023
Student Council Teachers in-charge Mr Fadzly Samsuri Mr Fauroni Sukhaimi Mdm Ho Soo Yin Ms Jasmine Kao Ms Annie Lee Ms Evelyn Tan Mr Tan Weicun Mr Soh Hong Wei Mr Munir Ismail CCA Student Leaders [2023 - 2024] President: Liang Jia Yun Jacey (3G/2023) Vice-Presidents: Rifqi Haziq Bin Mohamad Radzi (3D/2023) Yeoh Yi Hng Joel (3E/2023) Lim Jia Ying (3G/2023) Executive Committee Members: Loh Jian Hui (3A/2023) Ahmad Lutfi Bin Sunardi (3A/2023) Audrey Mel Paca (3C/2023) Tan Woon Suan (3C/2023) Chan Celine (3E/2023) Ma Yixuan (3E/2023) CCA Key Programmes & Highlights This year, the student councillors had organised and ran a 4-day Secondary 1 Orientation programme at the start of the year. It was the first time that they ran the entire programme on their own. SpringFest also made its return this year. In conjunction with Teachers’ Day, the student councillors had planned a fun and meaningful carnival for everyone, from staff to students and even alumni, to participate. The student councillors also had a camp during the June holidays. It was the first time since the pandemic that they were able to experience a residential camp. It was an opportunity for the current batch of secondary two and three student councillors to get to know one another better and work together as one student council. WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023 65
Volleyball Teachers in-charge Ms Evelyn Tan Mdm Jolene Chong Mdm Loke Wei May CCA Student Leaders [2023 - 2024] ‘B’ Division Captain Victor Lee Wei Teck (3A/2023) Vice-Captain Clarence Zerachia Hadi (3G/2023) ‘C’ Division Captain Braden Neo Wen Foo (2E/2023) Vice-Captain Liew Han Chung, Clarence (2H/2023) CCA Key Programmes & Highlights The Volleyball team had participated in an external competition organised by JRT academy in June. Our Secondary 2 Boys had emerged as the 1st Runner up in the competition. The team had also organised friendly matches with other schools from the various zones and represented our school in both the ‘B’ division and ‘C’ Division West Zone competitions. 66 WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023
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Learning Excellence
Applied Learning Programme The school’s Applied Learning Programme (ALP) is Critical Thinking and Effective Communication through Media Literacy. Our Secondary One and Two students go through cohort-based programmes where they are guided on transforming their passions into societal impact with focus on social issues and sustainability. They go through training on communicating clearly, from writing speeches to designing infographics. With these skills, they begin to experience what is needed to help make an impact on others. This also gives them the opportunity to learn creative media production and hone their skills in communicating information responsibly and confidently. Our students were featured in the Minister’s Instagram as they had shared about what they have learnt during his visit to our school in July 2023. 70 WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023
Aesthetics Week 2023 Creative Manga Art Workshop As part of the Aesthetics Week, the Art department invited Mr. Sean Lam, a Singaporean graphic novelist and artist, to conduct a manga drawing and storytelling workshop for students. Through this workshop, he aimed to develop students’ visual communication skills, including visual storytelling and panelling, to unleash their creative potential in artistic expression. Creative Clay Workshop Students had the opportunity to enjoy the ‘Have Fun with Clay’ art workshop, conducted by our art teachers during Aesthetics Week. The session was designed to infuse the joy of learning into our students, allowing them to create their own miniature figurines using jumping clay. Art Exhibition - Theme: Wonders of Expression The West Spring annual mini Art Exhibition serves as a showcase for the art curriculum designed for Secondary One and Two students, as well as Secondary Three and Four Art students. The dynamic selection of artworks portrays and shares students’ experiences and self-expression in their creative art processes. Through an inquiry-based learning experience, they explore different media, both digital and traditional, while conceptualising various themes. This exhibition provides students with the opportunity to see, share, and take pride in the work they and their peers have created. This year, the exhibition was featured during a visit by the Minister of Education, Mr. Chan Chun Sing, to the school. He interacted with the student-artists, discussing their art journey at West Spring and learning about their aspirations. WSSS West Spring Got Talent! In conjunction with the Aesthetics Week, the Music Department organised ‘West Spring Got Talent!’ This annual platform provides students with an opportunity to display their talents in the performing arts, whether it be playing a musical instrument, singing, or dancing. Students enrolled in higher-level Music courses (O Level & Music Elective Programme) were invited to perform during this showcase. Furthermore, the entire student population benefited from exposure to various forms of aesthetics and performing arts during the showcase. WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023 71
English Language and Literature Week 2023 This year, the finals of our very own West Spring’s English Language and Literature (ELL) Week was held on 7th July 2023. We had various live competitions such as Scrabble, Boggle and Taboo. What makes this year’s event even more special was the Meet-The-Playwright session with Professor Geraldine Song, our local writer for our Secondary 2 Literature text, The Ugly Singaporeans. The students had fun, as well as a very enriching session where they posed questions to the playwright about the essence of writing, and the thematic concerns behind the play that they are currently studying. The teachers had a whale of time organising the events; just look at the smiles on their faces! Other than the live segments, everyone was involved in one way or another when they participated in the various ELL activities in class. Not only that, our very own Secondary 4 Literature students won the Unseen Debate at this year’s National Schools Literature Festival 2023! To find out more about the works and winning projects of our ELL students, please visit our website at: https://sites.google.com/moe.edu.sg/ellweekwsss2023/home. 72 WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023
Humanities Week 2023 The annual event this year was carried out through an online competition involving several Humanities subjects. Students of all levels could participate in the quiz and engage with sources that would instil greater interest in Humanities through current affairs. This also promoted understanding of the VUCA world and the economic and political relations that define the world we live in today. The competition garnered a total of 156 participants and 23 prize winners. WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023 73
Mother Tongue Language Fortnight 2023 Mother Tongue Language Fortnight Programme: Chinese Language Unit This annual programme aims to instil the love for Chinese culture in an authentic and fun learning environment. Secondary One Chinese students enjoyed the local songs introduction (新瑶和本地流行歌曲的欣赏会）in which students were able to learn and listen to songs by our local Singers such as Lin Jun Jie, Tanya, and many more. For the Secondary Two Chinese students, they had the opportunity to meet two DJs, Qi Jia and Ze Liang, from FM 933. The DJs shared their journey as radio hosts, introduced some Chinese singers, and played games with our students. While the juniors were enjoying the musical aspect of Chinese culture, the Secondary Three students engaged in a quiz to understand and learn Chinese. The Secondary Three Higher Chinese Language students were the ones who took the initiative to plan and carry out the Chinese Challenge for the Secondary 3 Express students, creating an exciting and educational experience. Additionally, some of the Secondary Four students visited Haw Par Villa and participated in an amazing race. Despite the hot weather, a team of dedicated volunteers acted as station masters, motivating students with tasks such as completing the Chapteh challenge. Lastly, some Secondary Four and Five students had the chance to meet Zong Zi Jie, a Mediacorp artist. He shared his journey in learning Chinese and played games with the students, which they thoroughly enjoyed. A Chinese Chess Competition was also held for a group of students interested in Chinese Chess, providing an opportunity for them to learn from one another. Mother Tongue Language Fortnight Programme: Malay Language Unit This annual program aims to instil a love for Malay culture in an authentic and enjoyable learning environment. The theme for this year’s MTL Fortnight program is ‘Music & Dance,’ offering Malay Language students the opportunity to explore Malay Arts through various exciting activities. Secondary One Malay Language students participated in a mass dance activity after learning basic “Zapin” steps, while Secondary Two students delved into the world of Malay music through P. Ramlee’s movies. Secondary Three students engaged in a “kompang” workshop to learn more about Malay drums, and Secondary Four students had the unique chance to interact with Mdm Som Said, a National Cultural Medallion Award recipient, at her dance studio. This experience was complemented by a visit to the Geylang Serai Heritage Gallery. To conclude the 2023 MTL Fortnight Program for the unit, Secondary 5 students organised an exhibition featuring various Malay music genres. Additionally, they curated a music playlist for visitors to enjoy. 74 WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023
School Excellence Awards Ceremony 2023 Our 22nd School Excellence Ceremony took place on February 24th and March 10th, respectively. With the lifting of Covid-19 restrictions, we experienced the ceremony in its entirety, without pre-recordings of students’ performances. Both parents and invited guests were physically present to witness the acknowledgment of their children’s outstanding achievements in academics and CoCurricular Activities (CCA). The event also served to honour our staff for their dedicated long service to the school. In addition, we had the privilege to have our former Principal, Mr. Adolphus Tan, grace the occasion as the Guest of Honour. His presence, alongside members of our School Advisory Committee and Parent Support Group, added to the distinguished gathering and significantly contributed to the overall success of the ceremony. WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023 75
Secondary Two, Three and Four Applied Learning Modules and Elective Modules 2023 The Applied Learning Module (ALM) at Polytechnics and Institutes of Technical Education (ITE) is that bridge to the world beyond, and our Secondary Two, Three and Four students have embraced this transformative journey with zest. During the first semester, our students had embarked on a diverse array of ALM courses, ranging from aerospace exploration to culinary arts, and then to product design. The aerospace course saw them soaring through the skies of innovation, the culinary journey ignited their inner chefs, and the product design process brought their ideas to life. Each experience added a new layer to their learning adventure, fostering creativity and honing their problem-solving skills. Our students were active participants, diving into hands-on tasks that stirred their curiosity and stretched their capabilities. We hope that these positive experiences will ignite a passion for lifelong learning in our students. 76 WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023
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Staff Excellence
Teachers’ Day Lunch 2023 Teachers’ Day Lunch was held on 30 August 2023 at Holiday Inn Atrium, with the theme “Back to the 80s & 90s”. Our staff came dressed in outfits befitting the theme and we had fun with some simple games and singing. 80 WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023
Staff Well-Being Activities On 5 July 2023, the SWB organised fun and engaging bonding activities for the staff. Activities ranged from Interest Groups like Cooking, Mini Clay Garden Making and Planting of Ornamentals to Physical Activities like Yoga, Air Rifle Shooting and Badminton. SWB also encouraged staff to take part in MOE Sports for Life Walk/Run Fitness Assessment at Choa Chu Kang Sports Stadium. Terrarium Workshop was also organised in Term 4. WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023 81
School-based Training School-Based Training on Designing Quality Alternate Assessments & Associated Rubrics School Based Training on Designing Quality Alternate Assessments & Associated Rubrics was conducted by NIE Professor Ms Lin Rongchan on 8 February 2023. To further enhance the designing of assessment rubrics, IP Heads and Teacher Leaders worked together to conduct clinic sessions for the various departments on 10 May 2023. An interdepartmental rubrics critique session conducted on 24 May 2023 Key Personnel (KP) Bonding and Strategic Planning A Key Personnel Bonding and Strategic Planning session was held at the Singapore Discovery Centre (SDC) on 29 March. KP gathered at SDC to discuss school programmes based on the three Strategic Thrusts using SWOT. After the Strategic Planning discussion, KP also had the chance to experience Escape Rooms with National Education elements. School-Based Training on Designing Quality Feedback in Support of Assessment for Learning A school-based training on Designing Quality Feedback in Support of Assessment for Learning was conducted by NIE Professor Ms P Durga Devi for all Key Personnel on 8 Mar. The Staff Excellence Committee also conducted a school-based training on Quality Feedback for teachers on 26 April 2023. To further enhance the knowledge of different levels of Feedback in Support of Assessment for Learning, IP Heads and Teacher Leaders worked together to conduct clinic sessions for the various departments on 2 August 2023. After the training, teachers had a better understanding of how to provide quality feedback to students. 82 WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023
School Staff Retreat EAS Team Building Workshop 2023 The EAS Team Building Workshop was conducted on 7 Sep by Learning Strategists Training & Consultancy. Through this workshop, our EAS understood the importance of shared organisation vision and good team communication skills. They enjoyed the team building session and benefited from the workshop. Staff Learning Journey The Staff Learning Journey was held at Singrow Pte Ltd on 20 Nov. All staff gathered at the Singrow Lounge before they split into different groups for concurrent activities. During the one-hour farm tour, staff were introduced to Singrow’s Automated Indoor Growing System GMO vs Genomic Editing and the varieties of strawberries etc. Our staff also have the chance to harvest the strawberries. They enjoyed the learning journey and learnt new knowledge about genomics technology. WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023 83
Ministry of Education and West Spring Secondary School Long Service Awards We would like to congratulate the following staff for attaining their MOE Long Service Awards. May they continue to mould the future of our nation! For 5 Years of dedicated service: Mr Timothy Teh Kar Leong Mdm Melissa Tong Bee Ling For 10 Years of dedicated service: Ms Harliany Binte Hairon Ms Koh Caihua Ms Oen Hui Qin Mr Tan Weicun For 15 Years of dedicated service: Mr Abdul Azis Bin Sabtu Mrs Joy Ong-Sim Bee Lian Mdm Liu Dongmei Mdm Priscilla Yu Mei Yi Mr Siow Gim Onn Mdm Wang Xiufang For 20 Years of dedicated service: Mdm Cheryl Koh Ye Hsia Mdm Fauzana Binte Ismail Mr Johar Bin Husin Mdm Nora Binte Shahriya We would like to congratulate the following staff for attaining School Long Service Awards. May they continue to mould the future of our nation! For 5 Years of dedicated service: Ms Kao Hui Ling Ms Koh Caihua Mdm Melissa Tong Bee Ling Mr Wang Wade Fengyin For 10 Years of dedicated service: Mr Chan Zhenrong Ms Tong Huimin For 25 Years of dedicated service: Mdm Ho Soo Yin For 30 Years of dedicated service: Mr Emmanuel Devapragasam MOE Special Appreciation Award (2022) Mrs Goh-Hon Swee Ing For 15 Years of dedicated service: Mdm Catherine Lee Yin Ping Mr Kelvin Poon Weng Hong Mdm Liu Dongmei Mdm Priscilla Yu Mei Yi Mdm Sharena Bte Mohamed For 20 Years of dedicated service: Mdm Janet Chow Hung Eng Mdm Siti Zamiara Binte Saripi 84 WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023
National Day Awards We would like to congratulate the following staff on their national accolades. National Day Awards The Long Service Medal 2023 Mrs Tan-Ong Yee Ting Melissa The Commendation Medal 2023 Mdm Nora Binte Shahriya National Awards (COVID-19) MrFauroni Sukhaimi Mr Kok Yeong Haur Mdm Liew Geok May Sherry President’s Award for Teachers 2023 (Finalist) Mdm Tan Pin Yin WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023 85
Academy Awards for Professional Development 2023 Mdm Chan Hwei Hwei Juliet - Facilitator of Workshop Mdm Cheryl Koh Ye Hsia - Facilitator of Workshop Mdm Seoh Siok Yin - Innovator (SgLDC) Academy of Singapore Teachers Awards & MOE Service Excellence Awards MOE Service Excellence Awards (MSEA) 2023 Mdm Chan Hwei Hwei Juliet Mdm Koh Wei Xin Sharon Mdm Loh Yan Luan Jacinthia Mdm Nora Binte Shahriya Mdm Nur Liyana Binte Shahriya Mdm Seoh Siok Yin Mdm Shobana D/O Nadaraja - Innovator (SgLDC) Mr Timothy Teh Kar Keong - Innovator (SgLDC) Ms Chia Keh Ling Joyce - Facilitator of NLC Mdm Zhou Siyang Mr Abdul Azis Bin Sabtu Mr Prakash S/O Radakrishna Mr Siow Gin Onn Mr Wu Zonglun Mr Zhong Rongdian Kelvin Ms Lee Hwee Ling Annie Ms Nurul Ain Binti Md Sukhaimi Ms Tan Zhen Yan Ms Teng Xiaoqian Lydia Ms Victoria Chong Soon Fei 86 WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023
Outstanding Contribution Awards 2023 Individual Outstanding Contribution Awards Mdm Nora Bte Shahriya (HOD English Language & Literature) Mr Chan Zhenrong (HOD Science) Mr Johar Bin Husin (TSO D&T) Mr Mohamad Fadzly Bin Samsuri (SH Student Leadership & Values in Action) Team Outstanding Contribution Awards Student Management Committee Mr Sinkaram Philip Kumaran Ms Revathi D/O Rengasamy Mr Colin Teo Eu Leng Mr Emmanuel Devapragasam S/O Devadas Mr Timothy Teh Kar Keong Mr Teoh Hock Huat Robert Ms Nur Liyana Binte Osman Ms Siti Farhanum Binte Nordin Green Living Committee Mr Wu Zonglun Ms Noor Faezah Binte Noor Aziz Mdm Chery Koh Ye Hsia Mdm Oen hui Qin Mdm Ruhaiza Bte Hasan Mr Low Wai Hoong Ms Pauline Wan Hui Qing Shooting CCA Mr Kelvin Poon Weng Hong Ms Revathi D/O Rengasamy Mdm Liu Dongmei Mdm Wang Xiufang WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023 87
Our Departments
Computer Applications Key Appointment Holders HOD/ICT Mdm Liew Geok May, Sherry Department Teachers Mdm Khairunnisa Faiqah Zainal Abidin Mdm Koh Caihua Ms Lee Hwee Ling, Annie Key Programmes Through our CPA curriculum, students have explored diverse software applications, grasped essential programming concepts, and gained awareness of ethical, legal, and security issues related to computers. The syllabus focused on four main goals: • Skill Development: Students honed their proficiency in using computer applications and hardware to accomplish tasks and communicate ideas effectively. • Ethical and Legal Understanding: Emphasis was placed on the importance of ethical, legal, and security considerations in the use of computers and ICT within society. • Recognising ICT’s Impact: Students acknowledged the significant influence of ICT on society and individuals and became well-equipped to navigate the digital landscape responsibly. • Problem-Solving Abilities: Alongside technical knowledge, students developed fundamental computational thinking and problem-solving skills to tackle future challenges. Congratulations to all the students for their dedication and hard work! With these essential skills and knowledge, they are prepared to make a positive impact in a rapidly evolving world. May their futures be filled with success and fulfillment! Highlights Secondary 2 Animation Category Chu Xi En Chloe (2G/2023) (Platinum Award) Secondary 3 Game Category Dannon Wee Wen Xiong (3C/2023) (Gold Award) 90 WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023
Craft & Technology (Art) Key Appointment Holders Subject Head, Aesthetics Ms Joyce Chia Keh Ling Department Teachers Mr Andrew Chia Mdm Seoh Siok Yin Key Programmes & Highlights The Art Curriculum in West Spring aims to holistically nurture awareness, appreciation and passion for expression in the visual art through artistic knowledge and art-making process. Aligned to the MOE Syllabus and infusion of 21st century competencies, our art lessons are designed to develop positive learning dispositions that help all students to become lifelong thinkers and passionate learners. With a student-centred art education in West Spring, our Inquiry-based Art learning journey provides all students the fundamentals of Elements of Art and Principles of Design that facilitate inquiry about visible thinking strategies, big ideas, and authentic learning in the contexts of life-centred issues. Students are actively engaged in Authentic art learning experiences that allows them to construct their understanding of the natural and human-designed worlds, implement initiatives to develop critical, creative and interdisciplinary thinking skills that would enable students to continue to quest for knowledge throughout life. The West Spring Art Department has showcased a Poster Presentation for MOE Excel Fest 2023 (TCEF) titled: An Artistic Journey into a Creative World of Perspective and Illusion of Space. WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023 91
Craft & Technology (Design & Technology) Key Appointment Holders HOD/Craft & Technology Mr Wong Weng Heng Department Teachers Mr Chua Leng Huat Mr Teoh Hock Huat Mr Abdul Azis Sabtu (TSO) Mr Johar Husin (TSO) Key Programmes & Highlights The Design & Technology curriculum in West Spring aims to promote creative design through fun learning to develop students to be passionate designers. In the early lower secondary, students learn the basics of sketching and drawing to apply to their design project. The lower secondary projects’ components include the design processes of generating and developing ideas, building mock-ups, creating sketch of developed idea and realising of prototypes. Secondary One: Design and Make a Light cum Pencil Holder Secondary Two: Design and Make a Mechanism Toy The Secondary Three students focussed on design journaling by applying design thinking processes. They also develop their drawing skills through using SketchUp software and prototype making skills in preparation for the GCE coursework in Secondary Four. Singapore Polytechnic Engineering Challenge Selected Secondary 2 students participated in this year’s Engineering Challenge and attended a Planter’s workshop organised by Singapore Polytechnic. The purpose of the workshop was to foster an understanding of sustainable agriculture and environmental conservation. 92 WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023
Craft & Technology (Music) Key Appointment Holders SH/Aesthetics Ms Joyce Chia Department Teachers Ms Wong Yan Lei Grace (Music Unit Coordinator) Mr Chang Liang Kwang David Key Programmes & Highlights 2023 Enrichment Workshop for Secondary 1 In line with West Spring’s emphasis on holistic education and aesthetics appreciation, Secondary 1 students attended an enrichment workshop where they learnt how to play the cajon. During the workshop, students grasped basic techniques of the cajon, and also learnt and worked together as a class to perform drumming patterns with accompanying music. The cajon workshop also enhanced their coordination, memorisation and observation skills when they demonstrated their learning by performing a song together at the end. 2023 Enrichment Workshop for Secondary 2 The Secondary 2 students attended an enrichment workshop where they learnt how to dance. During the workshop, students built their confidence and teamwork as a class while they grasped basic techniques of hip hop, one of the most popular dance forms these days. In addition, learning the dance moves also allowed students to enhance their coordination, memorisation and observation skills, and demonstrate their learning by presenting a mini dance showcase together at the end. 2023 Aesthetics Learning Journeys for all levels In line with West Spring’s emphasis on holistic education, our school embarked on the annual series of external learning journeys with the aim of introducing our students to various forms of aesthetics and performing arts. Learning Journeys to date: • 4 February 2023 - dance production at the Esplanade Theatre • 25 April - indie concert at the Esplanade Concert Hall • 6 May 2023 - drama production at the Esplanade Theatre • 26 August 2023 - indie concert at the Esplanade Annex Studio Through these learning journeys, learning for students extended beyond the classroom and at the same time, they were able to broaden their horizons when they were exposed to various genres of performing arts beyond the familiar. 2023 Aesthetics Week Concert This annual concert aims to provide students with a platform to showcase their talents in the area of performing arts, be it playing a musical instrument, singing or dancing. Through the journey of auditions and rehearsals, this concert also provided students with the opportunities to build their self-confidence and resilience as a whole. In addition, the rest of the student population also benefited when they were exposed to the different forms of aesthetics and the performing arts during the showcase. Student Performers: • Lee Min Shen (1C/2023) • Aleesya Syuhada (1F/2023) • Ang Yu Tang Sophie (2B/2023) • Chua Ruixin Rianne (2E/2023) • Lee Min En (2E/2023) • Chin Lik Yang (2G/2023) • Nurdania Mysara (2H/2023) • Liew Han Chung, Clarence (2H/2023) • Loh Jun Rong (2H/2023) • Lam Jing Xuan (3C/2023) • Sofya Eridani (4A/2023) • Karlo Dominic Nadala Ferrer (4A/2023) • Annabel Ang Yu Xuan (4D/2023) • Toh Hui Xuan (5A/2023) WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023 93
Craft & Technology (Nutrition and Food Science) Key Appointment Holders ST/NFS Mdm Selena Samat Department Teachers Mdm Puspawati Rosli Ms Sri Wirdaningsih Binte Subari Mr Muhammad Shah (OSO) Key Programmes & Highlights Inquiry Based Learning and Activity Based Learning The learning experiences in Food and Consumer Education (FCE) and Nutrition and Food Science (NFS) encourage students to consider sound principles and values when making food and consumer decisions. • Lower Secondary FCE students undertake projects through which they are required to do research, decision-making, planning and sensory evaluation. Through these, they apply concepts of nutrition and make informed choices as consumers. Students modified a base recipe and created their very own savoury muffins suitable for a fundraising event. In addition, they created advertisements to promote their muffins. Secondary 2 FCE students were introduced to Food Science Investigation where students carried out food experiments and evaluated the outcomes of batters made using different types of flour. They applied their knowledge of scientific principles during food preparation and the cooking of batters. • Secondary 2 FCE students learned to appreciate the diversity of food from different cultures in Singapore and around the world. Students presented their research through Show and Tell. • Upper Secondary NFS students were presented with authentic learning experiences where they related and applied real life experiences through given scenarios. This helped students to understand the concept of nutrients and meal planning for various age groups. Students also embarked on the studies of Food Science to be better equipped with knowledge and skills to interpret results pertaining to sensory outcomes of food products they developed. 94 WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023
English Language and Literature Key Appointment Holders HOD/ELL Mdm Nora Shahriya SH/ELL Ms Veronica Aw SH/ICT Mrs Wang-Xie Shuxian Shelia ST/EL Mdm Fauzana Ismail Department Teachers Mdm Khairunnisa Faiqah Zainal Abidin Mdm Loke Wei May Mdm Revathi Rengasamy Mdm Shobana Nadaraja Mdm Siti Norahan Mokhtar Mr Tan Tuck Heng Mr Zhong Rongdian, Kelvin Ms Aubrey Yeo Yihui Ms Harliany Hairon Ms Kao Hui Ling Jasmine Ms Norhikmah Sohoi (till Jun 2023) Ms Sheralyn Koh Jia Huey Ms Siti Farhanum Nordin Ms Victoria Chong Soon Fei Mrs Jasmine Foo-Chuah Su May Dr Chionh Yan Huay Key Programmes & Highlights Applied Learning Programme infusion in Secondary 1 EL Secondary 1 students went through a 30-week programme in ALP (Media Literacy) where they advocated for a cause they believed in. Students learnt research, advocacy, digital media creation and presentation skills. ELL Week 2023 Our annual ELL Week continued with a variety of activities to engage students to appreciate Language and Literature. We invited Ms Geraldine Song to be a guest on the day of the competitions as part of the Meet the Playwright event to introduce students to local writers. Read@WS Students subscribed to Straits Times IN In to keep abreast of current affairs and news that appeal to their age group. National Schools Literature Festival (bi-annual) We participated in this year’s event with each category being represented by students from the different levels. Debate team: • Wee Keyi (4C/2023) • Angela Lim (4C/2023) • Tan Yi Ling (4C/2023) WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023 95
Humanities Key Appointment Holders HOD/Humanities Mr Low Wai Hoong SH/History Mr Wu Zonglun SH/Student Wellbeing Mdm Nurhafizahtunnisa Haris SH/Student Leadership & VIA Mr Mohamad Fadzly Samsuri SH/ICT Mrs Wang-Xie Shuxian, Shelia ST/Social Studies Mrs Koh Ye Hsia Cheryl ST/POA Mrs Tan-Chan Hwei Hwei Juliet Department Teachers Mdm Charlotte Chua Mdm Loke Wei May Mdm Ruhaiza Bte Hasan Mdm Shobana Nadaraja Mdm Teng Xiaoqian Lydia Mr Emmanuel Devapragasam Devadas Mr Timothy The Kar Keong Mr Wang Wade Fengyin Ms Fazlin Bte Mohd Fadzuli Ms Harliany Bte Hairon Ms Kao Hui Ling Jasmine Ms Koh Hui Li Ms Sheralyn Koh Jia Huey Key Programmes & Highlights Historical Investigation (HI) Our lower secondary students had opportunities to appreciate real-world application of historical knowledge and skills, while helping them to acquire 21CC via HI. One of the highlights for students was to be purposefully immersed in the rich narratives presented in the National Museum of Singapore, exploring stories of people in Singapore across generations and learning to appreciate the connections between the experiences of past communities and their own lived experiences. Geographical Investigation (GI) The GI fieldwork experience spurred our lower secondary students to go beyond the classroom to actively look for and gather data to address questions that are close to their hearts. Students enjoyed the hands-on outdoor learning at Pang Sua Pond where they applied fieldwork skills. The integration of a Science component in this learning experience made it even more meaningful for students. Competitions and enrichment Through participation in enrichment and competitions, students were given opportunities to experience the joy of learning. The higher readiness students are also stretched to optimise their learning. • MOE History Challenge 2023 • National Accounting Challenge 2023 • EBS Amazing Race 2023 • EBS Work Experience Program @ Mandarin Oriental Hotel Model United Nations This year, our school has engaged PREMUN, a youth-run organisation, to organise a two-day workshop for 16 selected students to learn about the Model United Nations, research methods, debate procedures, and public speaking skills. Our students participated in a mock committee session on nuclear proliferation, simulating what students can expect at regular Model UN conferences. Our students exceeded the teachers’ expectations, delivering stellar performances as they stood firm in their stance while representing the countries of their choice. 96 WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023
Mathematics Key Appointment Holders HOD/Mathematics Mrs Melissa Tan SH/Mathematics Mdm Sharon Koh Wei Xin ST/Mathematics Mr Muhammad Fahmy Babjee YH/Upper Sec Mr Kok Yeong Haur HOD/CCE Mr Marcus Sze Kah Choon Department Teachers Mdm Jolene Chong Yann Shin Mdm Lee Si Hui Eunice Mdm Oen Hui Qin Mr Chang Liang Kwang David Mr Mok Kai Fore Mr Soh Hong Wei Mr Tan Wei Cun Mr Liu Mun Kang Mr Liu Youhe Ms Koh Hui Li Ms Lee Hwee Ling Annie Ms Lin Xiangna Key Programmes Questioning Technique The Mathematics department’s pedagogical focus is the use of Questioning Techniques. Questioning has a crucial role in the process of learning as it stimulates and maintains interest and encourages our students to think and focus on the content. Through planned questioning, we steer our students’ thinking along a particular route to stimulate learning, to aid recall, and to challenge. Highlights In May 2023, our students took part in the 2023 Singapore Mathematical Olympiad (SMO) Junior and Senior category, and we are proud to announce that we achieved 1 Bronze Award and 3 Honourable Mentions in the Junior Category and 1 Silver Award and 1 Honourable Mention in the Senior Category! WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023 97
Mother Tongue Languages Key Appointment Holders HOD/MTL Mdm Teo Chu Yue LT/CL Mdm Tan Pin Yin SH/ML Ms Noor Faezah AYH Ms Tong Hui Min Department Teachers Mdm Liu Dong Mei Mdm Loh Yan Luan Mdm Nur Alinah bte Ali Mdm Nur Haziqah binte Zainol Mdm Nur Liyana binte Osman Mdm Wang Xiufang Mdm Yam Voon Chin Mr Goh Se U Mr Yee Wai Seng Chinese Language Key Programmes Higher Chinese Programme To expose Higher Chinese students to a range of activities and to discover their interest, students attended different courses and also took part in a variety of competitions. This was also important in building their confidence. The Secondary One and Two Higher Chinese students attended a four to six weeks journalism programme and news production workshop respectively. Mother Tongue Language Fortnight (MTLF) To encourage students to speak their mother languages and understand their own culture, the Chinese and Malay Languages units prepared a two- week programme for all students. Cultural Performance Exposure Scheme (CPES) In conjunction with our school’s efforts to promote interest in and continual learning of Chinese Language and Culture, the Chinese Language Department brought the Secondary 1 students for a skit titled《包小龙捉贼 记》performed by Singapore Hokkien Huay Kuan Arts & Cultural Troupe. It was an interactive skit where students participated during part of the skit. Conversational Chinese and Malay Program (CCM) The purpose of this programme was to help students acquire the languages that would enable them to communicate and understand our counterparts better. Malay students learnt basic conversational Chinese while the Chinese students learnt basic conversational Malay. With this programme, we hope that students will be able to bond better with their friends! Chinese Language Unit Highlights • Participated in Create your own Newspaper Competition (编采比赛) (Sec 3 HCL) • Participated in National Chinese Short Film Competition (Sec 2 HCL and PDM members) • Participated in Recital Competition (朗诵比赛): 1 Lower Sec individual category (Sec 1D) and 1 Upper Sec Individual Category (Sec 3C) • Participated in 新蕾奖 “Xin Lei Jiang”: 21st National Secondary School Chinese Creative Writing Competition (Sec 1B students) • Participated in National Mandarin Oratorical Competition for Secondary Schools & Junior Colleges/Centralised Institute (Sec 3C and 3E) • Participated in National Bilingual Creative Writing Competition Cultural Performance Exposure Fund (CPEF) The Cultural Performance Exposure Fund (CPEF) is a programme by the Malay Language Learning and Promotion Committee (MLLPC) to allow students to be exposed to and experience local Malay cultural performances to enrich their learning beyond the classroom. This year, Secondary 4 Malay Language students had the opportunity to meet a recipient of the Cultural Medallion award, Mdm Som Said, at her dance studio Sri Warisan, to learn more about the art of Malay Dance. Secondary 3 students had the chance to learn more about the ‘Orang Laut’ via an immersive theatre titled ‘Air Da Tohor’ for Esplanade’s 2023 Pesta Raya. 98 WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023
Malay Language and Cultural Immersion Programme The annual Language and Cultural Immersion Programme organised by the ML Unit not only aims to instil the love for the Malay culture and tradition through interesting activities, but also provides a platform for the Secondary 1 students and teachers to build positive rapport as they get to know each other. This year, students visited the last surviving kampong in Singapore, Kampong Lorong Buangkok, and participated in activities such as basket weaving and roti kirai making while exploring the sights and sounds of nature. Malay Language Unit Highlights Appointment by the Malay Language Council as ‘Rakan Bahasa’ (Language Ambassadors) for 2022 Bulan Bahasa - National Malay Language Month and Participation in TeeVers Competition • Putri Liyana Binte Ja’afar (2C/2023) • Muhammad Aiman Bin Zaidi (2H/2023) Participation in 2023 NTU-NIE Rentas Pentas Competition • Nur Firzanah Binte Muhamad (2B/2023) • Putri Liyana Binte Ja’afar (2C/2023) • Naufal Akmal Bin Mohamed Farip (2F/2023) • Mohammad Dzahin Aaqil Bin Mohammad Dzulkifli (2G/2023) • Muhammad Aiman Bin Zaidi (2H/2023) Participation in 2023 National Junior College 3T Translation Competition • Mohamad Aniq Izzuddin Bin Mohamad Sani (3C/2023) • Mohamad Aidil Bin Mohamad Rahis (3C/2023) • Saifudin Bin Maslan (3C/2023) • Alisha Hania Binte Mohammad Azhar (4A/2023) • Sofya Eridani Binte Mohamed Shaufi (4A/2023) • Nurhana Binte Soffian (4D/2023) Participation in 2023 Raffles Institution 10th Youth Seminar for all Secondary 3 Express & Express OOS Malay Language students. Viewing of ‘Air Da Tohor’ in lieu of Esplanades’ Pesta Raya for all Secondary 3 Normal Stream students. Participation in ‘2023 Fiesta Bahasa’ organised by MLLPC. Malay Language Unit set up a booth to feature the use of Virtual Reality in the teaching and learning of the Malay Language. Our booth received a visit from a special guest, the Second Minister for Education & Foreign Affairs. Dr Mohamad Maliki Osman and was featured in Berita Harian.sg and Berita Mediacorp.sg. • Mirrah Masturah Binte Masjuani (1B/2023) • Syaqeer Rizq Asyraff Bin Mohammad Rizal (1D/2023) • Arynnah Nur Qishya Binte Amerulzaid (1E/2023) • Aleesya Syuhada Binte Mohamad Faizal Ali (1F/2023) • Muhammad Lutfil Hadi Bin Moharum (1F/2023) • Qarman Armanie Bin Mohammad Faizal (1F/2023) Participation in Short Skit Competition (1, 2, 3 Aksi!) in lieu of in ‘2023 Fiesta Bahasa’ organised by Malay Language Learning and MLLPC. • Muhamad Furqan Bin Mohamad Faizal (3C/2023) • Puteri Sarah Binte Rosli (3F/2023) • Muhammad Nabil Bin Kamis (3F/2023) • Danisha Zahirah Binte Jumadi (3F/2023) • Ameerah Alishah Binte Irwan (3F/2023) Participation in Bulan Bahasa, Pesta Bahasa & Seni @ Marsiling 2023. Malay Language Unit set up a booth to feature ‘Bunga Rampai - A Traditional Malay Potpourri’ for the residents and visitors. Participation in Pena Emasku, Malay Language Creative Writing Competition organised by EDN Media Pte Ltd. All participants received the GOLD Award for the Secondary School Category. • Mirra Syamilah Bte Juman (3C/2023) • Musfirah Bte Musa (3C/2023) • Ameera Zahra Binte Mohammed Moktar (3E/2023) • Daniyn Mardhiyah Binte Muhammad Ezzat (3E/2023) • Sara Humaira Bte Muhammad Farudin (3E/2023) • Nurul Alisah Bte Kamaludin (3G/2023) • Rizqah Farzana Binte Jumani (3G/2023) WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023 99
Physical Education Key Appointment Holders HOD PE/CCA Mr Subhash Nadesan HOD Student Guidance Mr Philip Sinkaram SH/CCA Mr Kelvin Poon Weng Heng Department Teachers Mr Wade Wang Fengyin Ms Evelyn Tan Ms Nurulain Ms Tan Zhen Yan Key Programmes & Highlights Inter Class Games The Inter-Class Games were organised for all levels in Semester 1. The value of such competition is about forging friendships when a team is formed and challenged to work towards a common goal. In line with our Learning for Life Programme, students demonstrated sportsmanship, teamwork, and resilience. It was heartening to see that our students were gracious in victory and resilient in defeat. Sports Leaders assisted the teachers as umpires, scorekeepers, timekeepers, and line judges. West Spring Cross-Country Run @ Sports Hub As part of our continuing efforts to promote healthy lifestyle, West Spring Cross Country @ Sports Hub was successfully concluded on 19 May. With an attendance rate of 95%, students and staff enjoyed the positive and meaningful experience. The inclusive event allowed both competitors and non-competitors to participate and complete the route in a safe manner. Even parents joined their children in the event to show their support for the event. Sec 1 Cohort Camp The Secondary 1 students had a fruitful and meaningful learning experience during the 3D2N camp. One of the key ingredients to the success was the active involvement of the Form Teachers during camp to strengthen the camaraderie and bonds between students and teachers. The trainers played a great role in easing the students into the rugged camp environment. With basic amenities, the students interacted well with the trainers and participated well during the activities. The support and encouragement for one another was clearly evident during the camp. Get Active! Singapore Workout 2023 GASG is an initiative by ActiveSG to celebrate our nation’s birthday through sports. This year we have engaged the Sec 3 cohort to learn the new steps for Dance of the Nation as part of supporting the national initiative. Furthermore, we have involved our Student Councillors to participate in Seniors’ Sports Day @ GetActive! Singapore on 3 August 2023. We hosted Seniors from the Precious Active Ageing Centre (Sunshine Gardens @ Choa Chu Kang). The seniors taught our students how to play Kampung Games while our students taught them how to do Dance of the Nation. The meaningful activity is meant to promote intergenerational bonding through modified sports. Experiential Learning Programme This year, students were involved in a variety of activities to further enhance their learning experiences. The Secondary One students were engaged in Laser Tag, Escape Room and Street Dance. The Street dance culminated into a showcase where the students had to perform a routine they were taught by the instructors. Our Secondary Two students thoroughly enjoyed their sessions in bowling, dragon boating and team building activities. The Secondary Three students were involved in improvised rafting, Amazing Race@ SportsHub and a learning journey to Jewel @ Changi. 100 WEST SPRING SECONDARY SCHOOL YEARBOOK 2023