What's new @ InfoHub? Tuning in to Reading....

Dear Students

Just before the end of Term 1, we distributed a reading list, with titles recommended by the NLB.
You can find the complete list below.

• NLB Reading List (2016) Lower Sec - East
• NLB Reading List (2016) Lower Sec - North
• NLB Reading List (2016) Lower Sec - South
• NLB Reading List (2016) Lower Sec - West
• NLB Reading List (2016) Upper Sec - East
• NLB Reading List (2016) Upper Sec - North
• NLB Reading List (2016) Upper Sec - South
• NLB Reading List (2016) Upper Sec - West

Indeed, you would have noticed that the InfoHub has made an attempt to tag the Lexile score to the titles in the list when possible.

In addition, we have added the Lexile score to the books in the InfoHub, whenever possible. With more than 75% of you had taken the Lexile test and obtained the score, you can now select books that are pegged at your reading level so that you can work towards leveling up your reading proficiency.

Please do not hesitate to approach Ms Juliana, our librarian if you need assistance in this.

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Info Hub - March School Holidays

Dear all, 

Info Hub is open as usual on Monday (13/3) and Wednesday (15/3) during the March School Holidays. 

2017 8th Annual Track and Field Meet

Dear students,

1) Attendance:

Please check the schedule for the Annual Track and Field Meet events carefully and attend on time to participate. Attendance is compulsory for all who have registered unless you are on medical exemption.

2) Changes and postponement:

The second day for Track Heats has been postponed from 27 March (Mon) to 7 April (Fri) and the venue has been changed from Clementi Stadium to Academy of Singapore Teachers, PESTA Stadium (located opposite Alexandra  Retail Centre along Alexandra Road).

3) Walk-in registrations:

We will not entertain any last minute walk-in registrations for all events. If you wish to participate in any event but has not registered, you can email Mr Tan at jerome_tan@sst.edu.sg for your requests. Please send in your requests before 17 March 2017. We will consider your requests but reserve the right to reject your requests. 

4) Transport

There will be 1-way transport provided for the Track Heats to Choa Chu Kang Stadium (20 March). All participants are to gather at the Atrium by 3pm before boarding the buses. As for the Track Heats at PESTA Stadium (7 April), participants will make their own way there and report by 3pm. 

Remember to stay healthy, keep yourself hydrated and have enough rest in preparation for the events. Let's look forward to an enjoyable and enriching experience.

2017 School Dental Service (for Sec 1 and Sec 3 Students)

Dear Students (Secondary 1 and 3),

The School Dental Service (SDS) will commence service to Secondary 1 and 3 students starting on 21 March 2017, Tuesday.  Students whose parents have given consent earlier will be required to report during school hours (upon request by the Dentist) to the SDS bus which will be stationed at the visitor's parking lot.

The class schedule will be made available at a later date.  Thank you.

Drilling noise in Info Hub on 9 & 10 March 2017

Dear all, 

Info Hub will be installing some new shelves, display slate walls, and security mirrors as well as castors on some of existing furniture on 9 & 10 March. 

If you are thinking of using the venue, please be advised that inevitable but intermittent noise from drilling will occur.  

Regards,

Ms Patricia Ng

West Zone Inter-Schools 'C' Division Football Competition

Our SST 'C' Division players will be playing against Choa Chu Kang Sec Sch on Tuesday, 7 March.

The school field will be out of bounds from 7.00 am to 10.30 am to host the West Zone Inter-Schools 'C' Division Football match.

Classes having S&W Lessons between 8.00am to 10.30 am are to report to their SW teachers as per normal in your SW attire.

Thank you.

Informed Giving

Dear students,

This is the full episode from Crimewatch that was shown during assembly this week. Please take some time to watch it on your own.

Purchase of SST Jackets (L and XL sizes)

Dear Students,

We have been informed that the L and XL sizes for the SST Jackets have been out-of-stock for a while.  We are working with the School Uniform Shop to expedite on the delivery of the new stock.  

The vendor has suggested for students who need the jackets urgently to place orders so that they can work on providing the required quantities and sizes.  Please place your orders (together with payment) at the School Uniform Shop on 6 Mar, Monday during their opening hours (9 am - 4 pm) if you would like to purchase the L or XL sizes of the jacket.  

Thank you.  

West Zone Inter-Schools 'C' Division Football Competition

The school field will be out of bounds today from 2:00pm to 6:00pm to host the West Zone Inter-Schools 'C' Division Football matches. Visiting schools will be arriving from 2:00pm onwards.

Tuesday, 28 Feb 2017

• 3:00 - 4:15pm: Assumption Pathway vs. ZhengHua Sec
• 4:30 - 6:00pm: SST vs. Choa Chu Kang Sec Sch

Supporters are most welcome!

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[You are Invited] CPIB Short Story Writing Competition 2017

Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau (CPIB) is organising the following a writing competition.
Click HERE to find out more information.

Deadline: 30 April 2017

First Time Use of School Smart Cards for Concessionary Travel for Secondary One Students

Dear Sec 1 Students,

We are pleased to inform you that the School Smart Cards (SSCs) for Secondary One students have been delivered to the school to meet the expiry deadline on the use of the primary level SSCs by the Secondary One students on 30 April 2017.   You will receive your School Smart Card through your respective Form Teachers.  

Please note that you are required to activate your card at the TransitLink Ticket Office / TransitLink Concession Card Replacement Centre / Passenger Services Centres 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.

Please call TransitLink at 1800 2255663 if you require further clarification.  Thank you.  

Update: Lecture is CANCELLED

Dear Students

We regret to inform you that the lecture by Prof John Barrow is cancelled.

For those who have signed up for the lecture. Thank you for your interest.

Unavailability of School Field: West Zone Inter-Schools 'C' Division Football Competition

The school field will be out of bounds on the following dates as SST will be hosting the West Zone Inter-Schools 'C' Division Football matches.

Visiting schools will be arriving from 2:00pm onwards.

The match dates are as follows:

Tuesday, 21 February
3:00 - 4:15pm: Clementi Town Sec vs. Tanglin Sec.

Thursday, 23 February
3:00 - 4:15pm: Assumption Pathway vs. ZhengHua Sec
4:30 - 6:00pm: SST vs. Choa Chu Kang Sec Sch

Registration for Participation for 8th Annual Track and Field Meet

Dear Students,

Greetings.

Please note that it is compulsory for all Sec 1 and Sec 2 students are to register for at least 1 individual event.

All students may register up to only 2 individual events and any number of relays.

Please check against your own schedule and ensure that there are no clashes in the Heats with your other commitments.

The closing date for registration is 24 Feb 2017 (Friday).

Sec 1, C Division Registration Form

Sec 2, C Division Registration Form

Sec 3, 4, B Division Registration Form

We look forward to your active participation.

Thank You.

Reminder: House Meeting

Dear Students,

Please report to the following venues by 3.15pm today, 20 Feb, for House Meeting:
Black - Auditorium
Red - MPH
Green - ISH
Blue - Atrium
Yellow - Stairs outside LO2.

The meeting should end by 4pm.
Thank you!

[Reminder] Reporting time on 20 Feb 2017 (Monday)

This is a reminder that reporting time this coming Monday (20 Feb) is 0740 instead of 0840. 

Please report to the ISH for morning assembly. 
The Student Council and Peer Support Board election candidates will be delivering their speeches after flag raising.

Book Sale

Attention All Book Lovers!

Closetful of Books will be here to sell Alice Pung's novels on Monday, 20 February 2017, during your recess time. There will be books by other writers featured as well.

Alice Pung is the invited speaker for Secondary Ones Assembly on the following Monday, 27 February, 2017. She will be sharing on "Growing Pains and Belonging.

For all more information about the writer, please visit alicepung.com.
Remember to bring some cash to make purchases.

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Astronomy 2017 @ Art Science Museum, Marina Bay Sands

On 18 and 19 February 2017, the SST Astronomy Club will be joining other groups, including SINGASTRO, Institute of Physics Singapore, National University Singapore, Hwa Chong Institution and other Astronomy Interest Groups to host the largest Astronomy Exhibition in Singapore.

SST will be showcasing its Radioastronomy Research to the public.

Booth Name:
LISTENING TO THE UNIVERSE

Research Work Description:

Over the last 5 years, SST has been conducting Astronomy-Based Research for its students. Amongst the more interesting are the projects based on radio telescopes. There are various models of radio telescopes available for the students to work on.

SST will be showcasing the following radio telescopes that are relevant to the amatuer astronomers: RADIOJOVE, INSPIRE, SSID, SSRT and WRMDS. These telescopes operate on different frequencies to detect emissions from the planet Jupiter, Lightning, Solar Flares and Meteors. This exhibition booth aims to open up the radio spectrum where we can “hear” the universe.

The details of the exhibition can be found here:
http://www.celestialportraits.com/a2017/a2017.html

To attend this free exhibition, please register here:
http://www.celestialportraits.com/a2017/a2017reg.html

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YSP Volunteer Opportunities

Dear students

Please click HERE to view the spreadsheet that contains details of all the various service/ volunteering activities that you may wish to sign up for throughout the year.

Do visit this page regularly for new updates on any upcoming volunteering opportunities.
It is accessible at the left panel in the Students Blog

“Service is the rent we pay for being. It is the very purpose of life, and not something you do in your spare time.” ― Marian Wright Edelman

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New Arrivals @ Info Hub

New arrivals and Read!@school titles are now available in the Info Hub. You should be receiving your East version of the NLB Reading List and the 'Little Book' books from your EL teachers shortly.