2025 MOE Edusave & SST Character Award Nomination

 Dear students,

 

The nominations are now open for the MOE Edusave Character Award (ECHA) and the SST Character Award (SSTCHA). These awards aim to recognise students who have demonstrated exemplary character and outstanding personal qualities through their behaviour and actions.

 

Nominations are open to all SST students. If you would like to nominate a schoolmate, please submit your nomination using the following link (https://forms.gle/4SheUudSzhaNhBeu8) before 15 August 2025, 3 pm.

[S1, S2, S3] 2025 Term 3 Class Tests

Dear students,

Term 3 Class Tests will take place in Week 7 through Week 8, from 12 to 19 August 2025.

Here are the Term 3 Class Test Schedules:

• 2025 S1 Term 3 Class Test Schedule
• 2025 S2 Term 3 Class Test Schedule
• 2025 S3 IDP Term 3 Class Test Schedule
  
• 2025 S3 Term 3 Class Test Schedule

Please refer to the following links for details:  

• Test/Exam Rules and Regulations - refer to pages 1 & 2
• Briefing on School-based Assessments.

[S1, S2] HMGICS Discovery Tour & Plastic Recycling Workshop

Dear students,

In partnership with Hyundai Motor Group Innovation Center Singapore (HMGICS), there is an upcoming discovery tour and plastics recycling workshop. 

The details of the programme is as follows :

Date : 3 June 2025 (Tuesday, first week of June Holidays)
Reporting Time at SST : 9:00am
Dismissal Time from SST : 1.00pm

20 spaces open for Lower Sec Eco-Ambassadors and students who are keen in Environmental Science!

Sign up fast if you are keen! Refer to the form and attachment for further details.

Link to Google Form 

[S1 & S2] Revised JC Admission Criteria

Based on the briefing during morning assembly on Thursday, 22 May, 2025, please note the updates to the JC Admission criteria with effect from 2028. 

The slides are accessible via this LINK, for your reference and to start thinking about your choice of subjects in Upper Sec. 

Do note that your choices should reflect the full picture of who you are and what you want to grow in - your strengths, interests, well-being and aspirations.

Thank you.

Regards,
Ms Priscilla Lee
Dean, Academic Studies

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[S1, S2, S3, S4] (T2W9) THU 22 May - Lesson Arrangements (no HBL)

Dear Sec 1s to Sec 4s,

Please be informed that there will be LESSONS AS USUAL in school on ODD Thursday, 22 May 2025 in Week 9.

• In view of the shortened school day on 2 May 2025 (Friday) and school holiday on 5 May 2025 (Monday), HBL for Sec 1s to Sec 3s on 22 May 2025 (Thursday) will be cancelled.
• All levels will follow the EVEN Monday timetable for the lessons till 1400. 
• There will be a SUTD Basic Ethics Programme for Sec 3 students from 1400 to 1600.
• There will be MTL/ HMTL lessons for Sec 4 from 1400 to 1500.

Please email me (lee_pei_pei_priscilla@sst.edu.sg) or check with your teachers if you have any questions.

Thank you.

Regards, 

Ms Priscilla Lee 

Dean, Academic Studies

[S1, S2, S3, S4] - Updates to School Schedule in view of Polling Day

Dear Sec 1s - Sec 4s,

With the announcement of the upcoming General Election where Polling Day will be held on Saturday, 3 May 2025, we will be adjusting the school schedule to facilitate the use of the school compounds on the eve of Polling Day.

School Hours on Friday, 2 May 2025

You will report to school in the morning by 0740 and take your Class Test according to the schedule below. You will be dismissed at the end of the Class Test. There will not be afternoon activities including CCAs. 

As the stalls in the canteen will not be in operation, you are encouraged to take a heavier breakfast before coming to school in the morning.

School Holiday on Monday, 5 May 2025

As Polling Day is a public holiday and falls on a Saturday, the following Monday, 5 May 2025, will be a school holiday. You will return to school for lessons on 6 May 2025, Tuesday.

For easy reference, here is a summary of the updates.

Regards,
Ms Priscilla Lee
Dean, Academic Studies

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[S1, S2, S3, S4] T2W3 HBL Information

Dear Sec 1s - Sec 4s,

Please be informed that there will be lessons as per usual on 10 April 2025, Thursday (Week 3), following the timetable for ODD Friday. 

HBL for Week 3 will take place on 11 April 2025, Friday. You do not need to report to school on 11 April 2025, Friday, unless you are a prize recipient or have specific roles in our 15th Anniversary Celebrations@SST.

Do check with your form/ subject teachers if you have any questions for this.

Thank you.

Regards,
Ms Priscilla Lee
Dean, Academic Studies

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2025 HPV Vaccination for Sec 1 and Sec 2 (female students only)

Dear Sec 1 and Sec 2 Students (Female Students Only), 

Further to our message posted on 5 February 2025. Please note that the HPV vaccination for all Sec 1 and 2 female students (whose parents have given consent) will be conducted on 25 April 2025, Friday. 

Please refer to the schedule below and report punctually for the vaccination.

Date	25 April 2025 (Friday)
Venue	Blk B, 01-05, Visitor Centre (opp General Office)
Time	Class
9am - 9:30am	S1-01, S1-02, S1-03
9:30am - 10am	S2-04, S2-05, S2-06
10am - 10:20am	S2-01, S2-02, S2-03
10:20am - 11am	S1-07, S1-08, S1-09, S1-10
11am - 11:30am	S1-04, S1-05, S1-06
11:30am - 12pm	S2-07, S2-08, S2-09, S2-10

Thank you.

Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA) [Talent Development Unit]

Dear Sec 1 & 2 students,

Overview:
Welcome to the world of problem-solving with Data Structures and Algorithms! You will discover how computers organise, store, and retrieve information efficiently. You will learn how data structures, like lists, dictionaries, stacks, and queues, work to manage data and how algorithms help solve problems step by step.

•  Understand the basics of arrays, linked lists, stacks, and queues.
•  Learn how to search through data and sort lists in fun ways.
•  Develop critical thinking skills to solve everyday problems using algorithms.
•  Use your new knowledge to create your mini-projects and challenges.

By the end of this course, you will have a basic foundation in understanding how data and algorithms are at the heart of technology, helping you build your cool projects and prepare for more advanced studies in computer science!

Ideal for: Students who are curious about how technology works and want to explore the exciting world of coding and problem-solving. Students should have a Python IDE installed on their LDs. Common Python IDEs:

• IDLE: https://www.python.org/
• Jupyter Lab Desktop: https://github.com/jupyterlab/jupyterlab-desktop
• VSCode: https://code.visualstudio.com/

Training Details:
Day: Every Even Thursday
Time: 1530 - 1730
Venue: TBA (Usually a classroom)
Scheduled days: T2W2, T2W4, T2W8, T3W2, T3W4, T3W6, T3W8, T4W2

If you are interested, do not miss out on the opportunity to sign up through the link provided!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScAfV0RIl9OHG0OQLEbHazectl4lk2o7T-A_PU0-GS4cTEtZA/viewform?usp=dialog

2025 Health Screening and Vaccination (Sec 1 and Sec 2 Students)

 Dear Sec 1 and Sec 2 Students,

The Annual School-Based Health Screening and HPV Vaccination for our students will commence from 10 Feb to 18 Feb 2025.

Please note the following:

Health Screening 

For all Sec 1 and Sec 2 students 

Date: 10 Feb to 18 Feb 2025

Click HERE to view the schedule

Venue: Visitor Centre, Level 1

HPV Vaccination

For all Sec 1 and Sec 2 Female students only

Date: 25 April 2025 (Friday)

Time: TBA

Venue: Visitor Centre, Level 1

For Sec 1 students, parents have been informed via Parents Gateway to go online to consent on the Child Consent Portal via the QR code or link using their SingPass.  Please remind your parents to do so by 6 Feb 2025.

Please report punctually for the health screening and vaccination.

For more information, please contact the General Office at Tel: 6571 7200 or Email: sasd@sst.edu.sg.  

Thank you.

School of Science and Technology, Singapore

[S1, S2, S3] Invitation to Participate: NIE Mathematics Challenge 2025

Dear Secondary 1 to 3 Students

You are invited to participate in the 2025 Singapore NIE Mathematics Challenge for Secondary School Students (NIEMC).

It is open to all Secondary One to Three students. The competition fee is $10.90 and will be collected through Edusave. If you do not have sufficient Edusave funds, the fee will be collected through GIRO.

It will be held on T2W9 Monday, 19 May 2025, 330 PM to 500 PM in school, and your LD is required to conduct the competition.

If you want to participate in this challenge, kindly sign up here.
The deadline for signing up will be 28 March 2025 (Friday) 5.00 p.m.

More updates will be communicated via your school e-mail once you have signed up. 

If you have further questions, contact Ms Deana at deana_syazwani_binte_azman@sst.edu.sg or Mr Andy Chia at chia_song_zhe_andy@sst.edu.sg.

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2025 Blended Learning: Home-Based Learning (HBL)

Dear students,

Blended Learning: Home-Based Learning (HBL) is designed to equip students with the skills, attitudes, and habits needed for lifelong learning. Please prioritise your responsibilities before engaging in leisure activities.

 

During Home-Based Learning, it is essential to observe cyber wellness, practice the 4Rs, and always follow the Acceptable Use Policy (AUP). Recording the Google Meet or Microsoft Teams sessions is not allowed.

 

You can find the slides from today’s briefing on Google Drive*.

*Note: Student's login is required.

Invitation to join the ADMT & ChangeMaker Talent Development Programme 2025 (Mainly Sec 2s)

 You can click the link to the form for details and registration.

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[S1, S2, S3] Lesson Arrangements on Thursday, 9 Jan 2025

Dear Sec 1s - Sec 3s,

Please be informed that there will be USUAL LESSONS in school on Thursday, 9 Jan 2025 for this week. 

Please follow the Even Thursday timetable for the lessons on Thursday, 9 Jan 2025. 

We will only commence Home Based Learning (HBL) from Week 3 onwards. 

Do check with your form/subject teachers if you are unsure.

Thank you.

Ms Priscilla Lee

Dean, Acad Studies

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2025 S1 - S4 Back to School (BTS) programme

 Dear SST students, 

Happy 2025 to all! Welcome back to school! 

Hope you are recharged during the hols for the new year ahead! 

Please note that your respective level HOYs would be sending you the BTS programme via email so do look out for it. 

Reporting time on 2 Jan (Thurs) is at 7:40am at the ISH. 

See you all on Thursday nicely groomed!

[2024 S2] Year 2025 Secondary 3 class

Dear Students

Please check your email for the 2025 S3 class that you are assigned to.

Please look out for email notifications - as you may start receiving emails related to school re-opening matters, Google Classroom invitations from your S3 Form Teacher and Subject Teachers, etc. 

General Office (GO) Operating Hours During School Holidays

Dear Students

Please be informed that the GO operating hours from 19 November to 23 December 2024 will be as follows:
Monday to Thursday: 8.00am – 3.30pm
Friday: 8.00am – 3.00pm

Please note that students are required to scan the QR code for attendance at the security posts at Gate A/B when returning to school during school holidays.

Additionally, the GO will be closed on the following dates:
15 & 18 November 2024: Whole day
24 & 31 December 2024: 12.00pm onwards

Thank you.
School of Science and Technology, Singapore

Purchase of School Textbooks and Uniform for AY 2025

Dear Students

Purchase of School Textbooks 

Purchase of school textbooks can be made via the vendor's online ordering platform from 4 November 2024.  Please note that you are required to register an account before proceeding with your online purchase.  To ensure timely delivery of the school textbooks, all online orders should be placed by 17 December 2024.  Students may request delivery to their home address (a delivery charge of $11.99 per location is applicable) or request self-collection from the School Bookshop (by appointment only).  Students can select the date and time for collection after orders have been placed and payments have been made online.  

2025 Booklists

Online Textbook Purchase

Purchase of School Uniform 

Purchase of school uniform can be made through one of the 3 options:  

- Online purchase with delivery to home address ($6 per sales transaction applies)

- Purchase in SST (refer to the following link for the sales date and time)

- Purchase at vendor's retail outlet (strictly by appointment only)

Current students are encouraged to purchase the uniform before 30 November 2024, and new Secondary 1 students to purchase it before 13 December 2024.  Please refer to the following link for further details on online purchase and booking of appointments.  

2025 Uniform 

Online Uniform Purchase

Thank you.

School of Science and Technology, Singapore

[S1, S2, S3] Block C Out of Bounds areas on 2 Oct, 7 Oct and 15 Oct

 Dear S1, S2 and S3 students,

• Please be informed that the Secondary 4 students will be taking their GCE O-Level Science Practical Examination on 2 Oct (Wed), 7 Oct (Mon) and 15 Oct (Tue).
• The exam venues are Biology Labs and Chemistry Labs in Block C, Level 1. As such, the area outside these labs are Out of Bounds to ALL students. Do not walk into this area.
• Other Out of Bounds areas in Block C are Level 2 (outside Phy Labs) and Level 3 (outside Lecture Theatre and Seminar Room).
• In addition, 2 sets of staircase are also Out of Bounds. Please use the staircase next to the walkway to MPH or the staircase next to the canteen. See the layout of Block C Level 1 below.

If you come across areas OR staircases that are cordoned off, please take an alternative route.

[S2] 2024 End-of-Year Exam Matters

Dear students,

The S2 End-of-Year Exam takes place from 30 Sep (Mon) to 8 Oct (Tue).

Please find the following files for your reference:

• Examination Schedule
• Briefing slides
• Seating Plans
• HMTL & MTL Paper 1 & 2
• MTL Paper 3

Should you have any queries, please feel free to approach your Form Teacher, Ms Camellia Lee (HOY), Ms Priscilla Lee (Dean, Acad Studies) or Mrs Lim WF (HOD Science).