[S1, S2, S3] 2025 S4 Preliminary Science Practical Exam

 Dear S1, S2 and S3 students,

• Please be informed that the Secondary 4 students will be taking their Preliminary Science Practical Examination this week on 18 Aug (Mon), 20 Aug (Wed) and 21 Aug (Thu).
• 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.

[S4] 2025 S4 Preliminary (Written) Exam

Dear students,

Please refer to the links below for the details for the Preliminary (Written) Exam:

1. Briefing slides - Preliminary Exam (Written)_ver2

2. Seating Plans

Should you have any queries, please approach your FT, HOD Science or HOY. 

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.

[S4] 2025 S4 Mass Topical Revision

Dear students,

Please refer to the file in the link below for your lessons sign-up as well as the venues for the lessons.

(Student) 2025 Mass Topical Revision 

Do report punctually to the correct venues for your lessons and have the necessary learning materials and stationery with you.

[S4] 2024 S4 Preliminary Science Practical Exam

Dear students,

Please find the following documents for your reference:

1. Briefing slides

2. (Student) 2025 S4 Prelim Exam - Science Practical (Shift Plan, Lab & Seat Allocation)

Please check to ensure that you have been assigned a shift, lab and seat for the different Science subjects. Should you have any queries, please approach your FT, HOD Science or HOY.

[S4] Mass Topical Revision

Dear students,

Mass Topical Revision takes place from 4 Aug (Mon) to 15 Aug (Thu).

Please refer to the following for the details:

• Mass Topical Revision Briefing slides
• (Student) 2025 Mass Topical Revision (4 - 15 Aug)
• 2025 S4 Mass Topical Revision - Sign Up Form

Deadline for Google Form submission: Monday, 28 July, 3.00 pm.

Should you have any queries, please approach your FT, HOY or HOD Science.

[S4] 2025 Supplementary Lessons, 3 to 6 June

Dear students,

Supplementary lessons will take place from 3 Jun (Tuesday) to 6 Jun (Friday).

Here is the schedule:

For details on venues and grouping, click on the link: (STUDENT) 2025 S4 Supplementary Lessons - 3 - 6 Jun. 

Do check your email for instructions from the subject teachers on what to bring to class. 

Attendance is compulsory.

[S4] 2025 GCE O-Level MTL/MTLB Examination

 Dear S4 students,

The GCE O-Level MTL/MTLB Examination is on 2 Jun 2025.

Here are the links to the briefing slides:

• 2025 GCE Briefing to Candidates (SEAB)

• 2025 GCE MTL Exam Timing, Venues and Candidature, Instructions to take the Exam

Please check here for your assigned venue and seat number: 

• 2025 MTL/MTLB Candidature List and Seating Plans

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

1. REPORTING TIME

- Candidates are to report to the ISH at least 30 min BEFORE the start of the exam paper. 

2. VENUES, SEAT NUMBER AND SEATING PLAN

- Refer to the SUMMARY for your exam venue, CANDIDATE LIST for your seat number and SEATING PLAN in the spreadsheet BEFORE the exam day.

- Assemble at ISH (Sit according to the row number card placed on the floor). For exam in the MPH, bags to be placed INSIDE, AT THE FRONT OR BACK of the MPH. For exam in Our Space and ACE Leaders Room, bags should be placed AT THE BACK of the room.

3. THINGS TO BRING

- ENTRY PROOF and NRIC.

- All required exam stationery, approved dictionaries or e-dictionaries.

- E-dictionaries model MUST be visible on your dictionaries. Bring extra batteries/ e-dictionaries. NO EXTRA BATTERIES will be provided.

- OPTIONAL ITEMS: Water bottles, SST Jackets (ONLY).

4. ATTIRE AND PERSONAL GROOMING

- Check your grooming (attire, hair, nails, etc).

- ONLY SST Uniform and S&W attire are allowed.

- ONLY SST Jacket are allowed (Optional).

5. TO ENSURE EXAM RULES AND REGULATIONS ARE NOT COMPROMISED

- SWITCH OFF all electronic devices, e.g. handphones, and put them in your bag before reporting at the ISH. 

- Check that there are no slips of papers or notes in your pockets or jacket's pockets. EMPTY your pockets before reporting to the ISH.

- Jackets will be subjected to random checks. Ensure that all pockets are empty before entering exam venues.

6. SELF-CARE:

- Visit the toilet BEFORE reporting to the ISH.

- Fill up your water bottles, if needed, BEFORE reporting to the ISH.

7. OTHER IMPORTANT THINGS TO NOTE:

- Write your FULL name, O-Level Index Number (Not your class register number) on EVERY piece of writing paper you use during exam.

- Write your FULL name, O-Level Index Number (Not your class register number) DURING the given exam duration, NOT after the end of the paper. Please do not test the system.

- Use a black or dark blue ball-point pen for all your examination.

- FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS FROM THE CPE/ PE/ INVIGILATORS STRICTLY.

If you have any questions, please feel free to approach your exam coordinator (Mrs Lim Woon Foong) leong_woon_foong@sst.edu.sg  or your presiding examiner (Ms Merlene Paik) merlene_paik_xin_yi@sst.edu.sg. 

ALL THE BEST TO YOUR O-LEVEL EXAMINATION!! 😀

Ms Merlene Paik

Presiding Examiner (PE)

[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

[S4] Special Timetable (19 May to 30 May)

Dear S4 students,

Please note the following:

• MTL Intensive Lessons, 19 May to 30 May 
• GCE O-Level MTL Exam, 02 June, 08:00 - 12:30
• GCE O-Level MTLB Exam, 02 June, 08:00 - 10:35

Please find Special Timetable for 19 May to 30 May below or in this link.

[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 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.

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!

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

[S3, S4] SUTD What The Hack (WTH) 2024

 

Hi students, sharing an announcement from SUTD. 

WTH is SUTD’s premier Hardware and Software hackathon that’s open to students of various backgrounds. This year, we’re Hacking it up a Notch by offering bigger prizes and bigger perks!

We’ve prepared $8,000 of prizes for winners in the following categories:

·         Everyday Automation

·         Circular Economy & Sustainable Living

·         Reducing Inequalities

·         Healthcare & Accessibility Tech

There are even more to give out as Open Category Prizes!

Still not convinced? Every team will receive a Hackpack with an ESP32-S3 and other electronic components to help bring your ideas to life.

No experience? No problem! We’ll have introductory and intermediate microcontroller workshops in the lead up to the event!

Important details:

 Date: 21st to 22nd December 2024

 Venue: SUTD Campus, 8 Somapah Road

 Open to all undergraduate, polytechnic, JC and secondary school students as well as NSFs.

 Applications close on 8th November 2024 at 2359

Intrigued? Find out more information and apply now at sutdwth.com!

[S4] 2024 GCE O-Level Exam Matters

Dear Sec 4 Students

The GCE O-Level Year-End Written Exam will take place from 11 October to 11 November 2024.

The SEATING PLAN and SEAT NUMBER can be found in the link below:
Main cohort - Click the link in Column K of the tab "SCHEDULE & VENUES" to access the seating plan and seat number for the respective papers.

Students with approved access arrangements will receive an email from the Presiding Examiner, Ms Janet Tan by the end of the day.

The O-Level briefing slides to candidates are also attached for your reference.  

Please read and note the following points before your examination.

THINGS TO NOTE:

1. REPORTING TIME

- Candidates are to report 30 min BEFORE the start of the exam paper at the exam assembly venue.

2. ASSEMBLY VENUE/ SEAT NUMBER AND SEATING PLAN 
- Refer to your seat number and seating plan in this spreadsheet BEFORE the exam day. - For Paper conducted at Blk D: Assemble at ISH (Sit according to the row number card placed on the floor). Bags to be placed INSIDE, AT THE FRONT OR BACK of the hall. - For Paper conducted at Blk B or C: Assemble OUTSIDE the exam venue. Bags should be placed OUTSIDE of the Exam Room.

3. THINGS TO BRING 
- ENTRY PROOF and NRIC. 
- All required exam stationery and equipment, approved calculators, approved dictionaries or e-dictionaries. - Calculators and e-dictionaries model MUST be visible on your calculator or dictionaries. Bring extra batteries/ calculators/ e-dictionaries. NO EXTRA BATTERIES will be provided. - OPTIONAL ITEMS: Water bottles, SST Jackets (ONLY).

4. ATTIRE AND PERSONAL GROOMING 
- Check your grooming (attire, hair, nails, etc). 
- SST uniform and S&W attire are allowed. 
- SST Jacket (ONLY) (Optional).

5. TO ENSURE EXAM RULES AND REGULATIONS ARE NOT COMPROMISED 
- SWITCH OFF all electronic devices, e.g. handphones, and put them in your bag before reporting at the Exam/ Assembly venue. 
- Check that there are no slips of paper or notes in your pockets or jacket pockets. EMPTY your pockets before reporting to the Exam/ Assembly venue. 
- Ensure that your calculator covers are kept in your bag before reporting to the exam venue. 
- Jackets will be subjected to random checks. Ensure that all pockets are empty before entering exam venues.

6. SELF-CARE 
- Visit the toilet BEFORE reporting at the Exam/ Assembly venue 
- Fill your water bottles, if needed, BEFORE reporting to the Exam/ Assembly venue.

7. OTHER IMPORTANT THINGS TO NOTE 
- Write your FULL name, O-Level Index Number (Not your class register number) on EVERY piece of writing paper you use during exam. - Write your FULL name, O-Level Index Number (Not your class register number) DURING the given exam duration, NOT after the end of the paper. Please do not test the system. - Use a black or dark blue ball-point pen for all your examination. - FOLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS FROM THE CPE/ PE/ INVIGILATORS STRICTLY.

Thank you, and all the best for your O-Level Exam! 

Ms Janet Tan, Presiding Examiner

[S4] 2024 Study Leave/ Revision & Consultation/ Supervised Study

Dear students,

Study Leave/ Revision & Consultation/ Supervised Study takes place next week, over 4 days, 30 Sep, 1 Oct, 3 Oct and 4 Oct.

Please find the following for your reference:

• Briefing slides
• (Student) 2024 S4 Study Leave_Consultation_Supervised Study Schedule - daily lesson schedule, groupings and venues.
  

If you have any questions, please approach your FT, HOY, Dean (Acad Studies) or HOD Science.

Extension of School Smart Card (SSC) Concession Validity for Sec 4 Graduating Students in 2024

Dear Sec 4 Students

Your School Smart Card (SSC) will expire on 31 December 2024.

Kindly proceed to any SimplyGo Kiosk, Top-Up Kiosk, Passenger Service Centre (PSC) or Ticketing Service Centre/ Ticket office from 1 October 2024 to 31 December 2024 to extend the SSC concession validity to continue enjoying public transport concession fares on public transportation.  Students whose SSCs are linked to GIRO or Auto Top-up are also required to extend the concession validity of the SSCs.

After extension, your SSC will be valid for use till 30 April 2025 for Sec 4 graduating students in 2024.

For more information, please refer to the digital poster.

[S4] 2024 GCE O-Level Science Practical Examination

Dear students,

The GCE O-Level Science Practical dates are as follows:

• 2 Oct (Wed) - Chemistry 6092/03
• 7 Oct (Mon) - Physics 6091/03
• 15 Oct (Tue) - Biology 6093/03.

Please refer to the link below for your assigned shift, lab and seat:
(STUDENT) 2024 GCE O-Level Science Practical Exam

Check that you have been assigned a shift, lab and seat for the different Science subjects.

Please refer to the links below for the briefing conducted by the Presiding Examiner, Ms Choo Hui En on 16 September (Fri).

• 2024 GCE O-Level Science Practical Exam briefing
• 2024 GCE Briefing to Candidates
  

Should you have any queries, please feel free to approach your Science teacher, Presiding Examiner (Ms Choo Hui En), HOY (Ms Karen Ng) or HOD Science (Mrs Lim WF).