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Content

• School Trip: North Vietnam - 25 Nov to 1 Dec 2016• School Trip: South Vietnam - 25 Nov to 5 Dec 2016• School Trip: Beijing – 26 Nov to 3 Dec 2016• School Trip: South India – 1 Dec to 7 Dec 2016• School Trip: Hong Kong – 27 Nov to 1 Dec 2016• Open House - 12 Jan• Meet-the-Parents – 14 Jan (JC2) and 4 Feb (JC1)• Orientation cum Adventure Camp – 3 to 9 Feb• 7th Global Perspectives Symposium -13 Feb• Release of GCE ‘A’ Level Results – 24 Feb• 29th Pre-University Seminar on Tamil Language and

Literature -22 April• Arts Fusion -29 April• Spotlight on College CCAs: Library Council• Staff News: Retirement of Ms Padmini (22 Feb) and Mr

Edward Heng (10 Mar)

North Vietnam - 25 Nov to 1 Dec 2016

A total of 36 Humanities students and 4 teachers embarked on a journey to northern Vietnam for a cultural immersion learning journey. They travelled over 800 km by bus from the mountainous rice terraces of Sapa, to the picturesque Halong Bay, then to bustling Hanoi and the industrial centres in Hai

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South Vietnam - 25 Nov to 5 Dec 2016

Another group, known as Team Inspirit, consisting of 33 JC1 students and 5 teachers went on an overseas service learning journey for 10 days to Long Duc, an industrial development in Ho Chi Minh City, South Vietnam. The students taught English at a local school and contributed to the construction of two houses.

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Beijing – 26 Nov to 3 Dec 2016

Yet another group of 24 students, accompanied by 3 teachers, embarked on a cultural immersion trip to Beijing and Fushun in the last week of November. The objectives of the 8-day trip were to provide an opportunity for our students to interact with their counterparts in China, broaden the horizons of our students and prepare them to be global citizens.

In Beijing, the group visited Zhongguancun High School, a partner school for the past 8 years. In Fushun, an industrial and economic development hub in Liaoning province, students visited Fushun No. 2 High School, another partner school and also participated in a homestay programme.

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South India – 1 Dec to 7 Dec 2016

In December, 18 students and 2 teachers visited South India, specifically, Chennai and Pondicherry. The objectives of the trip were to experience and appreciate Indian culture and heritage, as well as to learn about India’s educational system. The group visited many historical sites, such as Mahabalipuram and Dakshinchitra. They also toured Chennai and Pondicherry to learn about the history of the iconic buildings and also had a glimpse into the lifestyle of the local students there.

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Hong Kong – 27 Nov to 1 Dec 2016

About 50 students from the 31st Student Leaders and the students from the Enhancement of Student Potential (ESP) Programme visited Hong Kong for a 6-day exchange programme from 27 November to 1 December. The trip enabled the students to gain a broader worldview, interact with people from a different cultural background, and to learn more about Hong Kong’s public housing and transportation systems.

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Open House – 12 Jan

Open House 2017 was organised by students from the YJC Ambassadorial group and teachers from the Open House Committee. The entire college rallied to make this event a resounding success. Guided by Student Ambassadors, visitors enjoyed a customised tour of the college and were also able to interact with friendly YJCians and teachers to find out more about college life at YJC.

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Meet-the-Parents - 14 Jan (JC 2) and 4 Feb (JC 1)

Our first Meet-The-Parents session for JC2 cohort was scheduled on 14 January. Parents who attended the session found out more about the JC2 curriculum and the different support structures put in place by the college to help their children prepare for the end-of-year A-level examination.

Parents of the JC1 cohort attended the first Meet-The-Parents session on 4 February. It was an opportunity to hear our Principal and various Heads of Department share about the college’s programmes and to consult the subject advisory panels to make informed choices on subject combinations.

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Orientation cum Adventure Camp – 3 to 9 Feb

Orientation was a vibrant week full of fun-filled teambuilding games and informational talks planned and organised by the 31st Student Leaders and about 84 Orientation Group Leaders (OGLs). The chosen theme for Orientation 2017 was Legends – Unleashing the Power Within. It alludes to the narrative that the freshmen will be writing, as they harness their unique strengths and talents, and the persevering spirit of YJCians. The orientation included Odyssey of the Legends, a 2-day Adventure Camp, and culminated in Jam and Hop, a picnic under the stars, as students enjoyed food and live performances by YJCians and alumni.

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7th Global Perspectives Symposium – 13 Feb

Started in 2011, the 7th Global Perspectives Symposium was held on 13 Feb with the theme, Staying the Course, Exploring the Uncharted. The symposium serves to kick-start a series of conversations about our aspirations for ourselves and Singapore in the future.

Keynotes speakers were Ms Kuik Shiao Yin, from The Thought Collective and Mr Divian Nair from Storyteller Productions.

Several other professionals from various industries were also invited to conduct critical inquiry seminars for JC1 students.

In addition, learning journeys were planned for students to engage in dialogues with experts in different fields and gain a good understanding of how the organisations work.

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Release of GCE ‘A’ Level Results – 24 Feb

The cohort of 2016 did well for the GCE ‘A’ Level examinations. They returned to the college on 24 February to collect their results with much anticipation and also gratitude to their tutors for helping them for the past two years.

All the best to the 2016 cohort, and we wish them well in their future endeavours.

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29th Pre-University Seminar on Tamil Language and Literature – 22 Apr

The 29th Pre-University Seminar on Tamil Language and Literature was held on 22 April.

Guest of Honour Mr R Anbarasu, Centre Director, Umar Pulavar Tamil Language Centre graced the occasion alongside staff from MOE, UPTLC and the Indian community. Four colleges namely, SAJC, JJC, MI and YJC, presented their thoughts on the theme, Tamil Youths and their Literary Involvement. This was followed by a group discussion and a panel discussion involving expert speakers, community representatives and students.

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Arts Fusion - 29 Apr

On 29 April 2017, YJCians from ELDDS Drama and Chinese Cultural Society put up a most memorable drama performance in the first ever collaboration between the two groups as part of Arts Fusion: Drama Night 2017.

Starting with English Drama's The Masque of The Red Death, the evening continued with Chinese Cultural Society's A Dialogue between the Living and the Dead and ended with a collaboration between both CCAs in their original play, Along Changi Road.

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Spotlight on College CCAs: Library Council

• Learning Journey to National Library – 1 Mar• Motivational Talk By Dr Low Lee Yong - 5 April• Talk on How to Appreciate Graphic Novels by VP Lim

Cheng Tju - 5 April• Learning Journey to Enabling Village - 19 Apr

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Retirement of Ms Padmini (22 Feb) and Mr Edward Heng (10 Mar)

• After 24 years of service, Operation Support staff member, Ms Padmini, retired on 22 February. Known for her helpful and kind ways, Ms Mini was presented with cards, flowers and well wishes on her last day. Seen here in the picture with Mr Edward Heng (GP), Mini was all smiles as Mr Heng gave her a card. She reciprocated by surprising him with a peck on his cheek!

• Mr Edward Heng (GP) retired after 36 years of service. He was presented with an apron and a pair of gloves by the English Department as he has resolved to pick up culinary skills upon retirement. Edward has this piece of advice for younger officers: “Be adaptable and stay flexible. When you’re faced with any task, start early - do it systematically and anticipate challenges that you may face.” We wish Edward all the best as he begins a new phase in his life.

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