Education and Career Guidance - 2016 Local University Open Houses

Dear Secondary 3 & 4 students,

4 of our local universities will be having their Open Houses over this weekend and the next. 

You are encouraged to visit the Open Houses to find out more about the university courses offered at the various institutions.

Click on the links below to find out more about the Open House programmes.

Nanyang Technological University (NTU) - 5 March 2016 (Saturday)

National University of Singapore (NUS) - 12 March 2016 (Saturday)

Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD)  - 5 & 6 March 2016 (Saturday and Sunday)

Singapore Management University (SMU) - 5 & 6 March 2016 (Saturday and Sunday)

Play Your Part For A Better Internet

The Safer Internet Day 2016 took place on 9 February with the theme "Play Your Part For A Better Internet".

The Media Literacy Council rolled out a number of activities to raise awareness of how we can play our part for a better internet. A key activity is the Emoji Face Challenge.

Click HERE to participate in the following activities

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[S2 & S4] 2016 Australian Mathematics Competition (AMC) Registration

For Interested SST Sec 2 and 4 Students Only 
(Note: All S1 & S3 students are enrolled into the competition as it is a cohort-wide programme)

• Please read and understand the information in the registration form.
• Deadline for Registration: 9 Mar (Wednesday) 2016

Click here to fill up the Registration Form to participate,

Please direct any enquiry on AMC to Mr Zeng (zeng_wei@sst.edu.sg)

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Adopt a Terrapin and SST Environmental Education

If you are willing to care for a terrapin, do let us know by dropping us an e-mail at environmentcomm@sst.edu.sg.

More details can be found in the attached file.

Alternatively, you could look for Mr Ng Guo Hui or Ms Mohan


Click here to view slides for SST Environment Education

SST Inter-House

Free Library Bookshelf Design Competition

Contact your House Captains to register now!

Context

Little Free Library is a worldwide movement to offer free books housed in small containers to members of the local community. They are often attractively decorated to attract attention. The idea is for book lovers to place a book or two on the shelf left in a common place, and members of the community and in this case, the SST community, can browse, take one, and return at another time with a replacement.

Purpose

This competition encourages students to be involved in the design of our first Little Free Library bookshelf and to raise awareness of such a book exchange facility.

Students in teams of 2-5 from the same House are to come up with their own themes and designs that will

• attract potential readers to the free library and
• encourage reading and exchange of books

The Winning Design will be given up to $100 to decorate the bookshelf.

Click HERE for more information.

[S1-01] Health Screening rescheduled to 26 Feb 2016 (Friday)

Dear Students of Class S1-01

Due to the level test which is starting on 29 Feb 2016, we have rescheduled your health screening checks to:

Revised Date: 26 Feb 2016 (Friday)
Time: 1:35 pm to 2:35 pm

Please see revised table here. School will end slightly late for some students. For assistance, please contact SST General Office. Thank you.

[S2-08] Health Screening rescheduled to 24 Feb 2016 (tomorrow)

Dear Students of Class S2-08

Due to the level test which is starting on 29 Feb 2016, we have rescheduled your health screening checks to:

Revised Date: 24 Feb 2016 (Wed) - tomorrow
Time: 1:05 pm to 2:35 pm

Please see revised table here. School will end slightly late for some students. For assistance, please contact SST General Office. Thank you.

Info Hub Opening Time

Dear all,

Please take note that the Info Hub will open at 9.00 am on Tuesday, 23 February.

[FOR SEC 2 STUDENT'S REGISTRATION] 2016 Computational and Algorithmic Thinking Competition

The registration deadline is extended till 23 Feb 2016. 

Calling all enthusiasts and problem solvers!

You are invited to participate in 2016 Computational and Algorithmic Thinking Competition, organised by Australian Mathematics Trust (AMT).

Competition Details

Date: 22 March 2016
Mode of Test: Online
Cost: SGD13.50 (Price is inclusive of training and an online training module)

Visit http://www.amt.edu.au/informatics/cat/ for the details of the Computational and Algorithmic Thinking Competition.

Registration: 
1) You will need to register through the linked google form below by 21 23 Feb 2016.
2) After registering, you will need to pay for the competition fees (by cash or cheque) to the administrative office. More details will be furnished to registered participants later.

School Updates (February 2016)

Dear All,

We are pleased to share the Principal’s Letter to Parents, Ref: SST/P/65-009, dated 18 February 2016 via the link below:

• February 2016

Thank you.
Warmest regards,
School Of Science and Technology, Singapore 

Briefing Slides

Dear Students,

The slides from the Sec 2 and Sec 4 Parents' Briefings held in Term 1 are available below:

Secondary 4

• Briefing Slides

Secondary 2

• Briefing Slides
• Course Option Booklet
• Course Option Booklet 2

(Sec 3 Briefing slides will be made available later)


Thank you.
Warmest regards,
School Of Science and Technology, Singapore

Total Defence Quiz II - 18th February 2016

Dear Students

It is Total Defence Week and we have an Online Quiz II Challenge for you today.   

1. The first two correct entries will win a prize and attractive prizes await you.  
2. The cut-off timing to attempt this Quiz is 18th February 2016, Thursday, 1500 hr.  
3. Appended is the link to the Quiz for your perusal.  

Come, give it a try!  

From: For National Education Events Team 2016

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[FOR SEC 2 STUDENT'S REGISTRATION] 2016 Computational and Algorithmic Thinking Competition

Calling all enthusiasts and problem solvers!

You are invited to participate in 2016 Computational and Algorithmic Thinking Competition, organised by Australian Mathematics Trust (AMT).

Competition Details

Date: 22 March 2016
Mode of Test: Online
Cost: SGD13.50 (Price is inclusive of training and an online training module)

Visit http://www.amt.edu.au/informatics/cat/ for the details of the Computational and Algorithmic Thinking Competition.

Registration:
1) You will need to register through the linked google form below by 21 Feb 2016.
2) After registering, you will need to pay for the competition fees (by cash or cheque) to the administrative office. More details will be furnished to registered participants later.

Schedule for Health Screening (All Sec 1 & 2 and selected Sec 3 & 4)

Dear Students

The schedule for Health Screening is ready, please click here for the schedule:
(1) By Date
(2) By Class
(3) Name list of selected students for review (Sec 3)
(4) Name list of selected students for review (Sec 4)

Date: 19 Feb to 1 Mar 2016
Venue: Block B (B03-01)
Time: during curriculum time

Important, please remember:
(1) For both Secondary 1 & 2 students, please come in your PE attire
(2) For Secondary 3 & 4 students, you may either be in your PE attire or school uniform
(3) For new foreign students, please bring your Health Booklet and Immunization Certificates
(4) Some classes may be late for recess and slightly late for dismissal

For clarification, you may contact SST General Office. Thank you

HPB Inter-School Steps Challenge FAQ

1. IF I LOST MY TRACKER WHERE DO I PURCHASE A NEW TRACKER?
You will need to purchase from these authorised service providers.


1. Starhub Telestation- AMK Hub53 Ang Mo Kio Ave 3, #02-57, S569933Tel: 6258 3915Operating Hours: Daily 11am-9pm

2. Starhub Telestation- City Square Mall180 Kitchener Road, #01-17, S208539Tel: 6509 1182Operating Hours: Daily 11am-9pm

3. Starhub Telestation- Northpoint Shopping Centre930 Yishun Ave 2, #B1-03, S769098Tel: 6754 2028Operating Hours: Daily 11am-9pm
4. Starhub Telestation- The Clementi Mall3155 Commonwealth Ave West, #B1-03/04, S129588Tel: 6659 5336Operating Hours: Daily 11am-9pm
5. Macpherson Office8 Burn Road, #17-06 TRIVEX, S369977Tel: 6288 8663Operating Hours: Mon-Fri, 9am-6pm

2. WHAT IF MY TRACKER IS FAULTY DURING THE CHALLENGE?

Bring along the tracker and the user guide containing the warranty number to allow you to do a 1 to 1 exchange to the 5 authorised service provider above.

Total Defence Week - Online Quiz

Dear Students of SST

Greetings to you and I trust you are holding up well.  

It is Total Defence Week and we have an Online Quiz I Challenge for you today.   

2. The first two correct entries will win a prize and attractive prizes await you.  

3. The cut-off timing to attempt this Quiz is 16th February 2016, Tuesday, 1500 hr.  

4. Appended is the link to the Quiz for your perusal.  Come, give it a try!  

5. Get a good day ahead.  =)

From National Education Events Team 2016

School of Science and Technology

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Total Defence Exhibition@InfoHub

Dear SST Students,

In the commemoration of Total Defence Day, there is an interesting display put up by Ms Ruth Loh and a team of NE Representatives.  Do spend some time to find out more about Total Defence in the InfoHub.

Thank you.

On behalf of SST NE Events Team

(Mdm Azizah, Ms Wong Ho Yan, Ms Ruth Loh & Ms Huang)

[S1 & S2] Total Defence Day (Reflections)

Dear Sec 1 & 2 SST students,

Here are the instructions for the Reflections.  Click on the link here to access the slides.

Do some time to pen down your thoughts.  You need to refer to the Questions in Slide 6 and write accordingly (answer all three questions).  Write your reflections on one side of the paper only.  Refer to Slide 5 for sample.  Do remember to write appropriately.

You may send in your reflections to your Form Teacher on Wednesday, 17^th February 2016 during FT Time.  Your Form Teacher will vet your reflections and pass all the vetted reflections to Mdm Azizah, by Friday 19th February 2016.

Thank you.

On behalf of SST NE Events Team

(Mdm Azizah, Ms Wong Ho Yan, Ms Ruth Loh & Ms Huang)

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6th CDL Singapore Young Photographer Award

Dear Students

The CDL Singapore Young Photographer Award (SYPA) is a highly regarded national photography competition presented by City Developments Limited. Open to youths aged 13 to 25 years old, the biennial CDL SYPA) aims to unearth and nurture young photography talents, while at the same time promotes photography as a healthy hobby amongst youths. 

If you are interested to participate, please submit your masterpieces at www.SYPA.sg by 2 May 2016. Please click here to view the flyer. More information is available at www.SYPA.sg. Thank you.

 

First time use of School Smart Cards for Concessionary Travel for Secondary 1 Students

Dear Secondary 1 Students

The School Smart Cards (SSC) will be delivered to the school by 24 Feb to meet the expiry deadline on the use of the primary level SSCs by the Secondary One students on 30 April 2016.

You are required to activate your SSC card at the TransitLink Ticket Office / TransitLink Concession Card Replacement Centre / Passenger Services Centre at the MRT / Bus Interchanges by topping up the value for the card before the SSCs can be used for concessionary travel. The minimum top-up value is $5.

While waiting for the new Secondary level SSC to be delivered, you can continue to use your Primary level SSC for concessionary travel till 30 April 2016.  You can still purchase the Bus Concession Pass (BCP) using your Primary level SSC but you would need to purchase the BCP for Secondary school students.

For clarification or assistance, you may contact SST General Office. Thank you.

Health Screening (all Sec 1 & 2 and selected Sec 3 & 4 students)

Dear Students

The School Health Service (SHS) team of nurses will be conducting Health Checks as follows:

Date: 19 Feb to 1 Mar 2016
Venue: Block B (B03-01)
Time: during curriculum time

The schedule by classes and the names of selected Secondary 3 & 4 students will be updated shortly.

Important, please note:
(1) For both Secondary 1 & 2 students, please come in your PE attire
(2) For Secondary 3 & 4 students, you may either come in PE attire or school uniform
(3) For new foreign students, please bring your Health Booklet and Immunization Certificates

For clarification, you may contact SST General Office. Thank you.

2016 Total Defence Day@SST

Dear SST Students,

Here is the NE Programme in commemoration of Total Defence Day.  For the Sec 3s, you will get to experience the 5 pillars of Total Defence through your journey during OBS.   For others, see you there!

Thank you.

On behalf of the NE Events Team

(Mdm Azizah, Ms Wong Ho Yan, Ms Ruth Loh & Ms Huang)

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Questions for House Captain Candidates

Dear SST Students,

The campaigning for House Captains will start after 26 Feb. If you have questions for the candidates
to answer during their campaign, please fill in this form:

https://docs.google.com/a/sst.edu.sg/forms/d/1zANrnNk4VqoEfOVyx9VvqSaafH_3xHjF_F7CyC3SnP8/edit

Thank you for your contribution to the House elections!

Best Regards,
Mr Dennis Lam

(Digital Citizenship) Parents Engagement Session #3 on 19 February 2016 (Friday)

Parents who have signed up for Session 4 would have received an email confirmation for the session taking place on 19 February.

Parents who signed up for Session 3 would have an email informing you that Session 3 (15 Feb) has been cancelled.

House Captaincy Application

Dear Sec 3 Students,

The House Captaincy Application Form can be found here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1i37Z44G5cNpfK-IQW61l0ZGzemml58QNTfBynr2qqxs/edit#heading=h.gjdgxs

The application is open to all Sec 3 students who wish to serve their Houses. Submit it with your campaigning speech attached. Details required are in the form. Deadline: 22 Feb 2016.

Thank you!

SST National Education Events

Dear NE Representatives,

In preparation of the upcoming National Education Events, SST NE Events Team would like to gather information. Please fill in this form.  There will be a NE meeting soon.  Do look out for it in Student Blog and/or via email.

Thank you.

NE Events Team

(Mdm Azizah, Ms Wong Ho Yan, Ms Ruth Loh, Ms Pearl Huang)

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Sec 1 CCA Members

Dear Sec 1 Students,

Some CCA's have started to invite students to join in the training. Please attend the sessions if invited. However, the actual Sec 1 CCA allocation has not been finalised and there may still be changes. Hence, I will only release the list later (by 16 Feb). Your patience in this matter is greatly appreciated.

Thank you.

Best Regards,
Mr Dennis Lam

Programme for LNY celebrations.

Dear SST students

Please note the following for LNY celebrations on Friday(5/2):

1)Attire:

Please refer to Mr Dennis Lam's announcement.

2)Things to bring:

a)Scissors with fine tips and pen knives for cutting of paper patterns.

b)Materials for LNY classroom decoration.

c)Rags and newspapers for spring cleaning.

3)Schedule

Time 0740-0805	Venue ISH	Activity FLAG-RAISING CEREMONY + PRIZE PRESENTATION
0805-0945	CLASSROOMS	CULTURAL ACTIVITIES(Facilitated by Form & Co-Form teachers)
0945-1015	CANTEEN CLASSROOMS	LOWER SEC- RECESS UPPER SEC- PSB/SC VOTING(Facilitated by Form & Co-Form teachers)
1015-1045	CLASSROOMS CANTEEN	LOWER SEC- PSB/SC VOTING(Facilitated by Form & Co-Form teachers) UPPER SEC- RECESS
1050-1150	MPH	CONCERT(Pls be seated by 1045)
1200		STUDENTS’ DISMISSAL TIME

4)Details: Please refer to the PPT slides . You may also wish to refer to your FT for further details.

Ms Wong Ho Yan 王可欣

Academic staff, MTL department

Inter-School Steps Challenge- Collection of Steps Tracker

Dear Sec 1 - Sec 3 students who have not receive the tracker,

Please meet Ms Choo and Ms Lim at Learning Oasis 2 at 3pm on Wednesday 10th February for a short briefing and collection of the tracker for the Inter School Step Challenge.

Do make sure you have download the application 'Healthy 365' on your mobile device and have registered for the Inter-School Steps Challenge in the Application before the briefing.

Thank you

Wednesday (3 Feb) Morning Assembly to be conducted at ISH

Dear students

Please be informed that for Wednesday (3 Feb), the morning assembly will be conducted at ISH. The SC/PSB election rally will be conducted after the flag raising ceremony.

Best regards

Mr Lim Ming Yang

Attire for 5 Feb 2015

Dear SST Students,

You are encouraged to come to school this Friday for LNY Celebrations in Red.
Some simple rules:
1. No S&W Attire. No shorts (not even CCA shorts).
2. No cross-dressing. No revealing attire.
3. No objectionable messages or images or words
4. School rules applies (e.g. don't wear SST pants without the full uniform).
5. You must wear either red clothes, traditional costume or full SST School uniform.

Please ignore the earlier instructions regarding wearing other colours. Thank you.

Project Améliorer by Student Council

The Student Council presents Project Ameliorer.

Looking forward to meet you at OurSpace!

Thank you.