🎬 Youth Against Scam 2026 (#YAS2026): Turn Your Creativity into Anti-Scam Power

 Got a knack for making TikToks or Instagram videos? Want to use your creativity for something meaningful—and maybe win cash prizes while you’re at it? Then #YAS2026 is for you.

Organised by the Singapore Police Force’s Clementi Police Division, this anti-scam video competition is back for its fourth edition. The goal? Get youths like you to create relatable, trending videos that educate others about scams—and spread awareness through your social networks.

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📅 Key Dates

Mark your calendars:
1 May 2026 – 31 August 2026 

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🏫 Who Can Join?

There are two competition categories:

🎓 Secondary School Category

Open to all current secondary school students.

🎓 Tertiary Education Category

Open to students from:

• Institute of Technical Education (ITE)
• Polytechnics (including NAFA & LASALLE)
• Junior Colleges
• Universities
• Private secondary and tertiary schools

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👥 Solo or Team? Your Choice

You can join individually or as a team—but if you’re teaming up, everyone must be from the same school.

👉 Sign up here:
https://go.gov.sg/yas2026-registration

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🎥 Bonus: Free Workshop Opportunity

Register early and you’ll get complimentary access to an exclusive workshop led by:

• Ngee Ann Polytechnic (Film & Media Studies)
• Singapore Drama Educators Association

You’ll learn videography and acting skills to help you create high-quality, standout content.

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📱 What You Need to Do

Create a TikTok or Instagram video about at least one scam (or scam-related issue) affecting youths. Use real, open-source information and make it engaging for your peers.

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🏆 How You’ll Be Judged

Your video will be evaluated based on:

• 🔥 Virality (how well it spreads and engages)
• 🧠 Content (accuracy and educational value)

And yes—there are attractive cash prizes up for grabs.

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📄 Need More Details?

Check out the full rules and guidelines here:
https://t968-p135-blue.stg.cwp2.sg/-/media/SPF/Advisories/Scams/Rules-and-Regulations-YAS-2026-FINAL.pdf

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🚀 Why You Should Join

This isn’t just a competition—it’s a chance to:

• Build your content creation skills
• Make an impact by raising scam awareness
• Showcase your creativity to a wider audience

So grab your phone, gather your ideas, and start creating. Your next video could make a difference. 🎥✨

Safety Quiz & Poster Competition on "Preventing Slips, Trips and Falls" - for Primary & Secondary Schools, from 27 April 2026 to 31 July 2026

 

🚸 Preventing Slips, Trips and Falls: Student Safety Initiative 2026

Every year, slips, trips, and falls (STF) remain the leading cause of injuries among both students and adults in schools. These incidents are often preventable, and raising awareness is the first step toward creating a safer school environment for everyone.

To address this, we are excited to launch a Student Safety Initiative in collaboration with the Workplace Safety and Health Council (WSHC). This initiative aims to empower students to recognize common hazards and take proactive steps to prevent accidents among their peers.

🗓 Programme Details

• Start Date: 27 April 2026

• End Date: 31 July 2026, 12:00 PM

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🎥 Quiz on Safety Video

(For Primary and Secondary Schools)

Students are encouraged to watch a safety video on slips, trips, and falls and complete an online quiz based on what they have learned.

🔗 Watch the Safety Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ur5mU_TX1M8

📝 Quiz Links:

• Secondary Schools: https://form.gov.sg/69cb195a5aae962f180901fa

🏆 Prizes:

• 25 drawstring bags (with educational safety materials) will be awarded to:

  • Top 5 Primary Schools

  • Top 5 Secondary Schools

• Winners are determined by the highest number of participants with correct answers

• Schools may decide how to distribute the prizes among participating students

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🎨 Safety Poster Competition

(For Secondary Schools Only)

Secondary school students can further showcase their creativity by designing posters that promote awareness and prevention of STF hazards.

👥 Participation:

• Groups of 2–3 students

📤 Submission Link:
https://form.gov.sg/69829326f359b4041690263c

📌 Key Information:

• Each school may submit up to 2 posters

• Email your poster to karen_ng@sst.edu.sg

• Poster competition guideline 

🏅 Prizes:

• Top 3 winning posters will each receive Artists’ Drawing Materials

🌟 Selected winning posters may also be shared with other schools to inspire wider awareness and promote student-led safety initiatives.

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💡 Why This Matters

Slips, trips, and falls can happen anytime—but with awareness and teamwork, they can be prevented. Through this initiative, students are not just participants, but active contributors to a safer school environment.

Let’s all play our part and make our schools safer places for everyone!

👉 Start by watching the video, taking the quiz, and spreading the message!

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Stay safe, stay aware! 💛

Lunar New Year Celebration 16th February 2026

Dear Young Ladies & Gentlemen,

We are excited to celebrate Lunar New Year together in school on Monday 16th February! 🎉 Let’s embrace the festive spirit and enjoy the meaningful activities planned.

Please take note of the following details:

• Morning Assembly: Report to your classrooms by 07:40 am.
• Dismissal: School will end at 10:30 am.
• Attire: Traditional Costume or in shades of red with outside pants/bermudas.
• If students do not have attire that is of shades of red, you are allowed to wear the SST full school uniform.
• No inappropriate language or picture should form any part of the T-shirt design.
• Red shirt+school skorts/school pants/school bermudas are not allowed.
• Full S&W is not allowed.

We look forward to seeing you in your festive best and celebrating this joyous occasion as a school community!

Wishing everyone a prosperous and happy Lunar New Year in advance! 🍊🍊

Warm regards,

MTL Department

Space Data Series

 Dear SST students,

If you are interested in knowing the application of satellite data, this is a course for you.  

Organised by Office of Space Technology and Industry, EDB, the SDS aims to bring awareness to one of the main applications of the Space Industry.

What is the SPACE DATA SERIES?

•  Orbital Fundamentals: Master space physics and satellite mechanics.
• Remote Sensing: Learn cloudmasking, NDVI, and False Color imaging.
• Applied Analytics: Measure Singapore’s land reclamation and COVID-19 NO2 levels.
• AI Integration: Use EarthBlox and Machine Learning to automate global data insights.

WhAT ARE THE DATES OF THE PROGRAMME?

• 16, 17, 18 March 2026 (During March Holidays)
• Inclusive of a learning journey to NTU Satellite Research Centre
• 27 March 2026 [2 to 6 pm]: Competition Day
• 1 Apr 2026 [3:00 to 3:30 pm]: Award presentation day

Please sign up here if you are interested: https://forms.gle/PGqyt7hjafSRfv636

For enquiries, pls contact Mr Tan Hoe Teck (Tan_Hoe_Teck@sst.edu.sg)

SUTD DAI UG Programme

 SUTD has just launched an exciting new update to our Design Artificial Intelligence (DAI) undergraduate programme. This new update has two (2) new tracks that will be relevant for students who are interested in the domains of Economics, Business, Finance, Psychology, Philosophy, Social Sciences and Human-AI interaction.

 

This is the first time SUTD is offering a degree programme that is relevant to students from all streams (science, non-science, hybrid) who are drawn to the intersection of people, society, technology and design, and want to tackle real-world challenges using strong tech foundational skills grounded in human and societal insights. This programme builds on SUTD’s unique pedagogy, which includes a strong foundation in Design and AI, and harnesses students’ passion to create real-world impact through building and problem-solving in a hands-on environment.  

 

 

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!

Nomination: President’s Award for Teachers (PAT) 2026 - closing date: 9 Jan 2026 (12pm)

The President's Award for Teachers (PAT) gives national recognition to the critical role that teachers play in moulding the future of our nation. It pays tribute to excellent teachers who, through words and deeds, inspire both their students and peers. 

PAT is open to teachers presently in service at a primary school, secondary school, Junior College/Millennia Institute, Polytechnic, Institute of Technical Education, or National Institute of Early Childhood Development. 

Express your appreciation by submitting a nomination HERE.

Nomination closes on 9 January 2026, Friday, at 12pm.

LINK in MOE AST website

Nomination: Outstanding Youth in Education Award (OYEA) 2026 - closing date: 9 Jan 2026 (12pm)

The Outstanding Youth in Education Award (OYEA) gives national recognition to young teachers who are role models for the teaching profession. These educators motivate, challenge and inspire their students to realise their full potential. They personify deep passion for teaching, youthful idealism, energy and enthusiasm, and play a critical role in moulding the future of the nation. 

OYEA is open to teachers aged 35 years and below in 2026, and presently in service at a primary school, secondary school, junior college/Millennia Institute. 

Express your appreciation by submitting a nomination here: https://go.gov.sg/oyea2026

Nomination closes on 9 January 2026, Friday, at 12pm.

More info at the MOE AST website

Nomination of Caring Teacher Award - Closing on 31 December 2025

Click HERE to find out more!

Submit your nomination HERE ✍️

 

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Lesson Arrangements in Term 3 Week 3: 14 July - 18 July

Dear Sec 1s - Sec 4s,

Please be informed that the GCE O-Level Oral Examinations will be taking place during Week 3 from 14 July - 18 July. In order to provide a conducive environment for the exam candidates, there are some updates for you to take note of:

14 July (Mon)

• School dismissal will be at 2pm. 
• TDP and SSP sessions will continue as scheduled.

15 July (Tues) - 17 July (Thursday)

• There will be HBL for ALL students.

For Sec 1s - Sec 3s,

• Subjects involved will follow the usual timetable on 15-16 July. 
• Lessons on 17 July (Odd Thursday) will follow the usual HBL arrangements. 
• Learning will either be synchronous or asynchronous. 
• Your subject teachers will inform you of the lesson arrangements. 
• Sec 3 HMTL students who are involved in GCE O-Level Oral Examinations will have to report to school.

For Sec 4s, 

• Subjects involved will follow the usual timetable on 15 July - 17 July. 
• Learning will either be synchronous or asynchronous. 
• Your subject teachers will inform you of the lesson arrangements. 
• Sec 4 students who are involved in GCE O-Level Oral Examinations and Applied Subjects Coursework will have to report to school.

18 July (Friday)

• Lessons will be as usual on 18 July.

Reminders about the use of ISH/ MPH (Block D)/ School Field

• Exams will be held at the ISH/MPH area, please DO NOT go to that area to ensure exam integrity.
• Do not use the field during the exam timing so that your peers can have a conducive environment for the exam.
• Do not come back to school during the HBL days unless you have sought permission from the Teacher-IC.

Please check with your teachers if you have further questions on this.


Regards,
Ms Priscilla Lee
Dean, Academic Studies

[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.

Snap and Seek Scavenger Hunt

 

snap & seek scavenger hunt by Kmy Er Sze Lei Student

To promote fun and community building through an interactive and exciting scavenger hunt. This game encourages students to explore, collaborate, and creatively engage with their school environment.

• ✅ Follow us on Instagram: @sstudent.life – new clues will drop there regularly!
• ✅ Solve the clue and find the item or location it points to
• ✅ Snap a photo with the item/location (at least one team member in it!)
• ✅ Submit your find using this Google Form
• ✅ We’ll track your team’s score and post a live leaderboard on IG!

SPM and Career Day (29 May)

 Dear students, kindly inform your parents that there will be a School Parent Meeting on 29 May 2025 from 8.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. Students are expected to come with their parents on that day. Students are to be attired in the SST school uniform on that day. S2 - S4 students are expected to attend the Career Day @ MPH on that day also. Thank you.

[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

Arrangement on 29 April 2025 in support of Rally

Dear Students

Please be informed that SST will be used as a rally site on the evening of 29 April. Preparation work will begin this evening.

When you arrive at school in the morning (29 April), barricades will be set up from Gate B and Gate C leading to the field. There will be designated openings to allow access for your usual daily routines.

By 5.30 pm, all openings will be sealed, including access in and out of the car park.

Please leave as soon as possible after your lesson, latest by 5.30pm. The exit point nearer to 5.30 pm is via the staircase next to the General Office.

If your parents are picking you up, please alert them of the above arrangements, and that 1 Technology Drive will not be accessible from 5.30 pm.

Thank you for your attention and cooperation.

Eco-Bazaar on 25 April (Fri)

Dear Students,

There will be an Eco-Bazaar on 25 April(Fri) at SST School Canteen, from 2-3pm.

Come join us to sample bugs for a bottle! Play Eco-games! Try out a compost workshop, pls scan the QR code to sign up! 

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Thank you!

Best regards,

2025 SST Environmental Education Committee

[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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Out of Bounds for All Monday in Term 2

 Dear SST Students,

Please note that ISH is out of bounds for all activities (including unstructured play) for all Mondays in Term 2, from 3:30 - 6pm. 

This will commence on the upcoming Monday (7/4/2025). 

Thank you. 

Call for sign ups for 2025 SST Model UN Conference

Dear students, 

If you have a passion for international affairs or debating or wish to broaden your general knowledge, we encourage you to sign up for SST's very own Model United Nations Conference being held during T1W9!

We have 3 exciting councils that will cater to a wide variety of interests, and mentors will be provided to all delegates to ease you into your Model UN journey. 

You may access more information and the registration form on the Google site.

Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you at the conference!