9 Feb ISH Out of Bounds

Dear SST students,

Please be informed that ISH will be out of bounds for a staff event on the following date. 

Date:  Monday, 9th February 2026

Time:  2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Thank you.

[All] Talk by Dr Nicholas Yap - Field Methodology: Air, Water & Soil Analyses & Biodiversity

Dear students,

As part of the Integrated Diploma Programme, Sec 4 Environmental Chemistry students are embarking on an alternative assessment which require them to apply the knowledge learnt from the experts from NUS. 

We are pleased to open up this opportunity to interested students who would like to hear from Dr Nicholas Yap.

He will share his expertise on fieldwork methodologies used by scientists to monitor and analyze air, water, and soil quality and biodiversity. 

There are only limited spaces available.

Click on this Link to sign up  if you are keen. 

Details are as follows:

Date: 2 Feb 2026 (Mon)

Time : 1530 - 1700

Venue : Seminar Room

Thank you very much.

Regards,

Ms Praveena Mohan and Ms Choo Hui En

Environmental Chemistry Teachers

[S1, S2, S3, S4] 2026 Assessment Plans & Schedules

Dear students,

Please find 2026 Assessment Plans & Schedules for the respective levels in the links below:

2026 S1 Assessment Plan & Schedule

2026 S2 Assessment Plan & Schedule

2026 S3 IDP Assessment Plan & Schedule

2026 S3 Assessment Plan & Schedule

2026 S4 IDP Assessment Plan & Schedule

2026 S4 Assessment Plan & Schedule

A briefing for all students is scheduled for Term 1, Week 6, tentatively set for 11 February.

SST Gym Booking - Sec 4 Only

Dear S4 students,

The much-awaited wait for the school gym is finally over! We will be opening the gym to all Secondary 4 students, with multiple slots available
 during your breaks. Please look through the briefing video to familiarise yourself with the booking system and the code of conduct. The Google Form for next week has also been attached below. If you are interested in the slots for next week, please submit them by 11.59 pm on 24th Jan. Do note that forms for the following weeks will be sent via your respective house announcement chats.

If you have any questions, feel free to drop your queries at akshay_muraleedharan@s2023.ssts.edu.sg, or directly contact your respective house captains.

2026 S1 CCA Tryout Schedule

 Dear S1 Students,

Please refer to this spreadsheet for your CCA tryout schedule. All the CCA tryout sessions are held at their respective CCA training venue (unless otherwise stated).

As shared during my briefing last week, you are strongly encouraged to attend at least SIX different CCA tryouts. If you have valid reasons on why you need to rearrange your tryout slots, please contact the CCA Teacher-in-charge and arrange.

Contact me at ng_jun_wei@sst.edu.sg or Ms Adele Lim at adele_lim@sst.edu.sg if you need further clarification. 

Thank you.

[Nominations start] Student-Initiated Service Learning Project (Open Group & CCA)

Dear students,

Amidst the preparation and execution of your respective classes’ service-learning projects, this is a call for those among you passionate in making a positive difference and keen on initiating separate student self-initiated projects.

To apply, please follow the instructions and timelines in this document. You are to make a copy of the proposal document. Please do NOT edit directly. 

(Open Group projects are for students across levels, classes in the same service-learning project) 

If you would like to initiate projects within your CCA group, please refer to the instructions and timeline in this document instead. You are to make a copy of it. Please do not edit directly. 

Here are some key dates for ease of reference:

• Before 25 February 2026 - Form a committee of a maximum 5 students. Alternatively, you may embark on the project individually.

• By 25 February 2026 - Submit a draft proposal (Stage 1 and Stage 2A of the Student-Initiated Service Learning Project Form) and book a consultation with an ACE teacher-in-charge.

• 24 March 2026 (2200 hrs) - Submit the final and completed proposal

• By 2 April 2026 - Receive the result of the proposal submitted, i.e. whether the project is approved 

• By 30 June 2026 - Service of the student-initiated project to be completed (for Sec 4 students) 

• By 1st November 2026 - Service of the student-initiated project to be completed (for Sec 1,2 and 3 students) 

 

Should you have further queries regarding Student-Initiated Service Learning Projects or the above procedures, please do not hesitate to contact any of the following ACE Committee teachers via email:

1. Ms Liew Sui Qiong (liew_sui_qiong@sst.edu.sg) 

2. Mdm Nurus Sa’adah (nurus_sa'adah_binte_hatraby@sst.edu.sg)
3. Ms Wong Ho Yan (wong_ho_yan@sst.edu.sg)

4. Mr Keith Wee (wee_kheng_leong@sst.edu.sg) 

 

[S1, S2] Cyber Defenders: Sentinel Programme Application (2026 Intake)

Do you have a passion for technology, problem-solving, and protecting the digital world? The Sentinel Programme invites 2026 Secondary 1 and Secondary 2 students to apply for a fully sponsored national talent development programme in cybersecurity, digital skills, and AI.

Organised by the Digital and Intelligence Service (DIS) in collaboration with the Defence Technology Community, the Sentinel Programme is supported by MINDEF/SAF and aims to develop Singapore’s next generation of cybersecurity professionals.

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What is the Sentinel Programme?

The Sentinel Programme is a long-term national talent development pathway designed to groom students with strong aptitude and interest in cybersecurity and digital technologies.

Participants will be progressively trained through:

• Cybersecurity and digital skills workshops

• Hands-on classes and competitions

• Exposure to real-world defence cybersecurity operations

• Mentorships, visits and internships

• Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications in cybersecurity (from 2026 onwards)

The programme provides a structured learning journey from Secondary school to Pre-University level, preparing students for future careers in the cybersecurity and defence technology sectors.

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Who Can Apply?

2026 Secondary 1 Intake

Open to:

• Students entering Secondary 1 in 2026

• Singapore Citizens or Permanent Residents

• No prior programming experience required (but useful)

Students will attend:

• Holiday workshops

• Experiential learning activities

• Online learning modules

Programme starts: 2 June 2026

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2027 Secondary 3 Intake (for current Secondary 2 students)

For students who develop an interest in cybersecurity during lower secondary, there is a special intake to join at Secondary 3 in 2027.

Open to:

• Students entering Secondary 2 in 2026

• Singapore Citizens or Permanent Residents

• Preferred: basic knowledge of web development and networking

Selected students will attend a bridging workshop in December 2026 before joining the programme in January 2027.

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Application Process and Dates

All applications are submitted online via: https://go.gov.sg/sentinel

Applicants will be required to complete:

• An online aptitude-based selection test

• A short self-introduction video

2026 Secondary 1 Intake

• Application Deadline: 15 March 2026

• Selection Test: 2 – 29 March 2026

• Programme Starts: 2 June 2026

2027 Secondary 3 Intake (for 2026 Sec 2 students)

• Application Deadline: 18 October 2026

• Bridging Workshop: 1 – 3 December 2026

• Programme Starts: 23 January 2027

Students should apply using their school-issued email address (ending with @student.edu.sg).

If unavailable, email sentinel@defence.gov.sg for assistance.

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Learn More

Visit the official Sentinel Programme website: https://www.dis.gov.sg/sentinel-programme/about/

For enquiries: sentinel@defence.gov.sg

[S1, S, S3, S4] Ocean-ICT Project Presentation and Science Lectures by Busan Science High School

Dear students

Curious to find out what our seniors have been working on with students from Busan Science High School? Interested in learning directly from Busan teachers and gaining insights into science education in Korea?

This is your chance!
We are hosting three sharing sessions on Friday, 23 January, featuring presentations on the Ocean-ICT project and lectures by Busan teachers. All students are welcome to sign up.

 Register your interest via the Google Form.
Confirmed participants will receive further details about the sharing session.

 Registration closes on Monday, 19 January.

Ms Choo Hui En

Subject Head, Chemistry

Teacher in-charge of OLE Busan Science High School

Battle of the Panels! Inter-House Graphic Challenge 2026

 

Click HERE to find out how how you can participate in this Challenge.

1page. Your voice.

Your story. Make it count - and have fun!

Overview
In this graphic narrative challenge, participants are to create an engaging idea or narrative based on one of the themes.

 
Themes
Your work is to be centred around one of the following themes: 

• The Future I Want / 我想要的未来 
• Time Travel / 时空穿越 

Your graphic narrative may explore an idea or various aspects of your chosen theme, as well as the diverse values and perspectives that emerge as the story unfolds.

 
Objective
We hope that this Graphic Narrative Challenge will empower SST students to explore and express their identities, ideas, and creativity through the art of visual storytelling. 

By crafting a short graphic narrative, participants will develop their narrative voice, visual communication skills, and empathy, while gaining confidence in sharing perspectives that matter to them.

Orator’s QueSST 2026

Orator’s QueSST 2026 is back, and this is your chance to turn your thoughts into powerful words. This speaking platform invites you to explore real experiences, honest reflections, and ideas that challenge the way we think.

Whether it is finding strength in discomfort, understanding why creativity takes courage, or realising that growing up isn’t as simple as it looks, these topics give you the space to speak from the heart while sharpening your confidence and clarity. If you have something to say and the courage to say it, Orator’s QueSST is for you.

Scan the QR code in the poster to sign up and take your first step onto the stage.

Teachers in charge: Ms Carine Liao, Mr John Chok, Ms Megan Lim

The deadline has been extended to 2 February 2026 (Mon), 5pm! What are you waiting for? Join in now!

Class of 2025 : Release of 2025 GCE O-Level Examination Results and SST-NP IDP Graduation Certificates

This announcement is for all 2025 Secondary 4 students. 

Below is the programme for the events taking place on 14 January 2026 (Wednesday).

Time	Programme	Venue
1330 to 1355	Sharing by SST - NP IDP (Pioneer Batch) For students from classes S4-03 & S4-04  1355 to 1400: Movement of students from classes S4-03 & S4-04 to the MPH.	SST Auditorium
1330 to 1355	Sharing by Head-of-Year 4 (2025) on ECG and JAE Matters For all students from classes S4-01, S4-02, S4-05 to S4-09.	SST Multi-purpose Hall
1400 to 1500	Release of GCE O Level Examination Results and SST-NP IDP Graduation Certificates For all students from classes S4-01 to S4-09	SST Multi-purpose Hall

Reporting time & other Instructions

• Students must be properly attired in FULL SST uniform and grooming (i.e. hair colour, length, appearance) must adhere to the school’s standards. 

• Students who do not meet the attire and grooming rules will be directed to the Visitor's Center, where they will obtain their results and certificate at that venue at a later timing. 

• You will be allowed entry into SST from 12.40 p.m. onwards. 

• Please bring along your NRIC/Passport/Birth Certificate/Student Pass for identification purposes if you are collecting your results on that day. 

• Please refer to the SST Student Blog or your SST email for more information and details.

Students collecting their GCE O-Level results arriving later than 3.00 p.m. but before 5.00 p.m.

• Students are to collect their result slip and certificate from the General Office.

• Students must present their NRIC/Passport/Birth Certificate/Student Pass to the staff member at the General Office for verification.

For students who are unable to collect their GCE O-level result slips on 14 January 2026

• Students can also appoint a proxy to collect the physical copy of their result slip and certificate on their behalf.

• Proxy may collect the result slip and certificate from the General Office from 14 January, 3.00 p.m. onwards. Proxy is required to present the following documents to the staff member at the General Office before he/she is able to collect the result slip.

■  SST Authorisation Letter duly completed

■  Student’s NRIC/Passport/Birth Certificate/Student Pass

■  Proxy’s original NRIC

• Results slip and certificate must be collected from the General Office latest by the next working day on Thursday,15 January 2025, 5:00 p.m.

• Students are to contact 65717-200 (during office hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) for assistance if they are unable to appoint a proxy. 

• Here are some references that you may find helpful in guiding you to make an informed decision for your next phase of education. 

• Overview of Post-Secondary Education Institutions (PSEI)

• What’s Next After O Levels?

• MOE CourseFinder

• MOE School Finder

• JAE Information

• MOE Education and Career Guidance Resources

• MySkills Future - Education and Career Guidance Portal

Additional Information for Parents 

If you wish to accompany your child to school, we kindly request that you proceed to the Parents’ Section at the Multi- Purpose Hall and take a seat from 1:15 p.m. onwards. Please note that due to space constraints, we can only accommodate up to 2 parents per student. 

If you are driving, we appreciate your cooperation in parking at the following HDB carparks and entering the school via Gate B (near the zebra crossing), Gate C (near the bus stop) or Gate D (near ISH). As school will be in session on that day, we seek your understanding that parking within the school compound is not permitted.

For any further queries, please contact Ms Nurul Afiah binte Abdul Rashid (Head of Year 4, 2025) at  nurul_afiah_binte_abdul_rashid@sst.edu.sg.

We look forward to seeing you back in SST next Wednesday. 

Thank you for your cooperation and wishing you all the best!

LEAPS 2.0 Briefing Slides

 Dear S3 Students,

As shared during our briefing yesterday, please see attached for the briefing slides I used. Do email me or Ms Adele Lim if you have any other CCA questions.

Thank you. 

S1 CCA Briefing Slides

 Dear S1 Students,

Welcome to SST! As shared yesterday, this is the briefing slides I used. You may also email me (ng_jun_wei@sst.edu.sg) or Ms Adele Lim (adele_lim@sst.edu.sg) if you have any questions regarding CCA. 

See all of you again during the CCA Showcase & Fair on Friday (9/1/26)! 

2026 Service-Learning opportunities with Heartware Network

Dear student, 

Heartware Network is pleased to share volunteering and service-learning opportunities that enable you to make a positive impact in the community, while also gaining valuable exposure to national and cultural events such as the upcoming River Hongbao and/or National Day Parade 2026 with like-minded youths.

Heartware-River Hongbao 2026 

Connect with visitors and immerse yourself in Chinese culture while forging new friendships and lasting memories at River Hongbao 2026!

Volunteers will usher in the Chinese New Year through interacting with international and local visitors, and develop communication, situational awareness, and problem-solving skills. Selected volunteers will have the privilege to support as VIP liaison or tour guide. 

Roles available: Event Volunteer
*For minimum age of 15 years and above.

sign up here

Heartware-National Day Parade 2026 

The National Day Parade 2026 returns to the National Stadium. Forge new friendships while making memories of a lifetime.  Join us at the National Day Parade 2026 for Singapore's largest National Day celebration. 

Volunteers get behind-the-scenes access to the parade, develop interpersonal, leadership, event management, and teamwork skills. 

Roles available: Event Volunteer, and Logistics Volunteer
*For minimum age of 15 years and above. 

sign up here 

Also, a gentle reminder to read the details on how to update service-learning hours or sign up for student-initiated service-learning projects at the post here. 

Thank you, 
Mr Keith Wee, 

Active Citizenship (ACE) committee

Update on CCA 2026

Dear S2-S4 Students,

Please note that CCA session will still take place tomorrow. Unless you have a valid excuse (e.g. medical reasons, etc), you are to attend the session.

Thank you, and have a great 2026! 

2026 ACE@SST: ACE programme and Service-Learning matters

Dear students,

Welcome to 2026!

The SST Active-Citizenship Education (ACE) programme seeks to nurture passionate advocates engaged in Active citizenship and transformed by Service-learning and some cohort-wide programmes you will experience are listed below.

ACE programme. 

Secondary 1
Basic Advocacy and Service Education in collaboration with ChangeMakers 2.0

Secondary 2
ACE Student Leadership Board selection
Student-initiated Service-learning projects (Term 1 to 3)

Secondary 3:
Cohort-wide Class Led Service-learning projects with HaoRenHaoShi (好人好事)  
Student-initiated Service-learning projects (Term 1 to 3)

Secondary 4:
Cohort-wide Class Led Service-learning projects (Term 1 to 3)
Student-initiated Service-learning projects (Term 1 to 3)

Other than the cohort-wide service-learning programs, student agency is encouraged and further service opportunities are available through,

(a) Volunteering with Student-initiated projects organised by the ACE student leaders such as #SSTACTvocates, a school wide effort.

1) Initiating your own service projects
2) Volunteering with external organisations.
3) Volunteering through Student-initiated projects.

The ACE student leaders and your peers will organise student initiated service projects and will seek volunteers through our common ways of communication. Students are encouraged to sign up for them. Examples of projects are collaborations with Kids Learn Code, Singapore Cancer Society, MCYS and many others.

(b) Self-initiated service-learning projects

Students are also encouraged to initiate their own service projects or with their CCA peers in the areas they are passionate about. More information on this will be shared shortly on SST Student Blog. 

If you are keen, please write in to the relevant CCA/ACE teachers-in-charge or seek out a fellow ACE student leader who will guide you from there. More info on this will be posted on the SST student blog later.


(c) Volunteering with external organisations
SST recognises service rendered to external organisations provided certain conditions are met. Please note the following information on volunteering and submission of service hours documents.

(i) Before volunteering: Obtain permission from your parents/ guardians before signing up with the external organisation.

(ii) After volunteering: Obtain an official document from the external organisation with your full name and the hours volunteered. This document must be signed by the personnel in charge or stamped with the official logo of the organisation.

(iii) Within 2 weeks after the completion of service: Submit a scanned copy or clear photo image of the official document using “ACE@SST: 2026 Service Hours Submission” Google Form.

* If you intend to volunteer regularly/ multiple times at the same external organisation, submit the official document only after the last service for the year latest by 1 November 2026. 

* For service at an external organisation with a group of friends on the same dates, only 1 representative should submit the Google Form on behalf of the group, attaching the relevant documents for every group member in the form.  


Queries on ACE programmes, ACE Student leadership and service-projects:

Mr Keith Wee (wee_kheng_leong@sst.edu.sg)

Queries on self-initiated projects and LEAPS 2.0:

Self-initiated projects: Ms Liew Sui Qiong (liew_sui_qiong@sst.edu.sg)

LEAPS 2.0: Ms Wong Ho Yan (wong_ho_yan@sst.edu.sg)

Both: Mdm Nurus Sa'adah (nurus_sa'adah_binte_hatraby@sst.edu.sg)

Here's to a great 2026 ahead!