TALENT

DEVELOPMENT

PROGRAMME

Talent Development Programme

Advanced Maths Program

Experience the beauty of Mathematics Problem solving.

Apply mathematics problem solving through Real World Problem.

Innovate in creative and critical thinking. Developing reasoning

and logical thinking skills.

Advance Math Programme (AMP)

By Cheng yu , Ong Sheng and Gordon

What is AMP?

● Advance Math Programme is a programme where students

• Are being challenged in problem solving

• Were taught different concepts that were actually used in daily life.

• interest, resilience and passion towards Mathematics is nurtured.

• train to be a Critical thinker and Innovative problem solver.

Our Activities

● Trainings conducted by mathematics professors to prepare for our various competitions.

● Representing school for various Mathematics Competitions (i.e. SMO, SASMO, UNSW, etc)

● Visit Science Centre Singapore to explore more in-depth about Mathematics in Real World Context.

More activities to look forward to…

1. Learning Journey to Math Lab, Relevant industry, ECG

2. Math Modelling Competition, IM2C

3. Monthly Math Showcase

4. Math Corridor(Normal curriculum, SLS, Out of classroom learning)-ongoing

5. Math Projects

Competitions AMP was involved in last year

● Competitive events were held to allow students to experience Mathematics questions at a high level.

Achievements

Interested in the programme?

● Nominate yourself!

● You will be considered based on● Sec 1 SA2 Result for Mathematics

● Sec 1 University of New South Wales(UNSW) Results

● Teacher’s Recommendation

What can you expect if you are selected?

• Go through Aptitude test

• Invite to interview

Young Scientist Programme

Experience the wonders of scientific research with

the discovery of the mindset and skills required of a scientist.

Apply the Scientific knowledge under the tutelage of

professional scientists and partners.

Innovate possible solutions for the community through

platforms such as USPE.

THE YOUNG

SCIENTIST

PROGRAMME

YSP

UNITY SECONDARY SCHOOLLead Self, Serving Others, Actualise Self, Inspiring Others

All you need to know

about YSP:

WHO WHAT WHEN WHY HOW

Young

Scientist Programme

(YSP)

Young

Scientist Programme

(YSP)

What is YSP? The YSP is a science talent programme that

prepares highly driven and passionate science

students for a world where research and

development (R&D) and innovation is

increasingly important.

Developing a

Scientific Mind

Scientific

Research Skills

Scientist in School

Programme

Certificate of

Achievement

Journey of a YSP Student

Sec 1Sec 2

Sec 3Sec 4

Young

Scientist Programme

(YSP)

Secondary 1 Programme

Workshop

Developing a Scientist Mind @ Science Centre

Learning Journeys

1. Animal Hospital, Behind the Scenes Tour

@ ZOO

2. Forensic Science Experts Group LJ

Young

Scientist Programme

(YSP)

Secondary 2 Programme

Competition:

Unity Scientific Innovation Challenge @

SP & Eri@n

Research

Monitoring Biodiversity in School programme

Workshop & LJ

1. Scientific Literature Review

2. Energy Research Institute

3. SP Learning Journey

Young

Scientist Programme

(YSP)

Secondary 2 Programme

Young

Scientist Programme

(YSP)

Monitoring Biodiversity

Eri@n Workshop

Secondary 3: Scientist in School

Young

Scientist Programme

(YSP)

• For Secondary 3 YSP Students

• Have an opportunity to work with scientists in leading industries on Biotechnology research projects

• Possibility of visiting the labs at which these scientists carry their research out

• For 2019, we have 2 scientists working with us from A* Star and NUS!

Secondary 3: Scientist in School

Young

Scientist Programme

(YSP)

Dr Kenneth Tan

Dr Daphne Ng

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Secondary 3: Scientist in School

Young

Scientist Programme

(YSP)

GAME DESIGN

Prof Aaron Chia

2019 is even more EXCITING!

• Discovering and experiencing Science beyond the

exam syllabus

• Added advantage for Direct Polytechnic Admission

(DPA)

• A Young Scientist certificate

• A special mention in your school testimonial

WHY JOIN YSP?

Young

Scientist Programme

(YSP)

If you have a Strong interest in Science and

Technology and are excited to know about the

current happenings in the scientific world…

WHO CAN JOIN YSP?

Young

Scientist Programme

(YSP)

• By invitation

• Self nomination

• Apply online! Applicants will be shortlisted for

an interview before final selection.

HOW TO JOIN YSP?

Young

Scientist Programme

(YSP)

JOIN US & DISCOVER

SCIENCE!

Young

Scientist Programme

(YSP)

Leaders of English Programme

Experience Singapore’s dynamic and flourishing creative

scene.

Apply your unique voice and vision in the creation of original

literary works (poetry, prose and drama).

Innovate and experiment with new art forms.

Who are we?

● Platform and opportunities for talented and passionate students of English and English Literature

● Head-start and exposure to career choices in arts and language industry

● Lead school in English programmes and events

Leaders of English Programme

● 3-4 year programme

● Opportunity to shape the future of LEP/Unity by being mentors in Sec 3 and 4

● Division structure and specialisation

● Priority consideration in EL events (musicals & LJs, etc.)

Leaders of English Programme

Highlights: Platforms to Showcase Writing

The Prestigious Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition

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UWF 2018

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UWF 2019

Other Events

Marketing Innovation Challenge

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Attending Musicals (Sound of Music, Les Misérables)

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Scriptwriting Workshops

Writing workshops

Workshops

DIVISIONS

CREATIVE

EDITORIAL

WRITING

CREATIVE DIVISION

Centres on non-conventional English works, such as script writing, storyboarding, film direction, drama and speeches

a)Plays (Writing plays with Jean Tay, local playwright)

b)Performances (Gusto)

EDITORIAL BOARD

Targets future editors who become content managers in curating works and publications such as school

magazines and newsletters.

a)Writing in Unison

WRITING DIVISION

Focuses on honing students’ writing competencies, sharpening their language in creating intriguing and thought provoking pieces of work.

a) Newsletter

b) UnityWrites (Instagram account)

c) Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition

Writing Division – Multiple Writing Competitions, building your writing portfolio, UnityWrites

Creative Division – Mini Arts Showcase and Rhapsody

script writing preparation

Editorial Board – ‘Writing in Unison’ school magazine curation

What to expect in 2019/2020

The Humanities Program

Experience the relevance of Humanities in the

society we live through embarking on a myriad of activities

and programmes.

Apply varied ideas of humanities to formulate possible

solutions to societal issues.

Innovate by kick-starting an inquiry project on social

issues.

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The Humanities Programme

Do you want to understand the joke behind this

meme?

The Humanities Programme

Does the study of humanities have no value?!

• To nurture future Pure Humanities students by providing opportunities to stretch higher ability Humanities students

• To offer students with an aptitude and passion for the Humanities a platform to be nurtured into

Cultured Citizens, Passionate Leaders and Moral Thinkers

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• Platform and opportunities for passionate Humanities students

• Head-start and exposure to experiment the relevance of humanities in career choices

• Kickstart an inquiry project in Humanities to see the impact of humanities in society

• Learning Journeys

• Working with researchers

• Industry Experience – What exactly do historians & geographers do?

Highlights

Programme Structure

• Choose an area of research interest and in groups, you will be guided (by teacher mentors) to develop your area of interest

• Sessions would cover skills related to Humanities and research strategies to embark on your projects

Programme Structure

1 •Generalised Training

2 •Research Projects

3 •Presentation

Superheroes & Humanities?

Generalised Training – Film Appreciation

• History is accessible through films –

Learn more about historical events through the eyes of the various characters

• A main “winners” viewpoint usually dictates the plot of a historical film

Learning about ‘perspective taking’ through films

The world portrayed in The Hunger Games isn’t all that different from

ours today

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In the movie, poorer families are at greater odds of having their children selected for the games.

In modern times,the ranks of the military are almost only made up of the middle class and poor.

Benefits

• Opportunity to kickstart your own inquiry in society

• Develop Oral Communication skills

• Be part of the new and innovative programme to impact change in our society through your own ideas