Template Apr 2023

Talent

Programmes/ Opportunities

Leadership (IP / SP)

Leadership Development in Student Leadership Boards

DSA Leadership students will be appointed as class-based Student Representatives. In their role as Student Representatives, they will be given attachment stints with the three leadership boards of the school, namely the Class Management Committee, the Prefectorial Board and the Students’ Council.

These attachments allow them to gain a greater insight into the roles of the various Student Leadership boards through the organising of class-based and school-based activities, the performing of prefect duties and participating in advocacy projects. These experiences will help to develop their leadership competencies in communications and in working with others in teams.

At the end of their stints, they will be invited to apply directly to the leadership boards of their choice and work towards being formally appointed as Student Leaders.

* Appointment as Student Leaders are based on continued good performance and assessed suitability for the roles.

Music Elective Programme (IP / SP)

MEP DSA students will be able to perform and showcase their composition skills within and out of school, including MOE-MEP Concerts and Masterclasses. 

They are encouraged to take on the leadership role of Arts Ambassadors in their classes and be enriched with a range of music and art experiences. They will also have a chance to lead the class in organising music events.   

Performing Arts 

(IP / SP)

• Chinese Drama

• Chinese Orchestra

• Choir

• Concert Band

• English Drama

• Modern Dance

Performing Arts Co-Curricular Activities Programme

The Performing Arts DSA student will be able to develop a lifelong passion for the arts, nurturing his creative expression, enriching social, cultural and historical awareness, and building character.

The 4-year Performing Arts CCA programme will provide learning opportunities for students to apply the art-form skills, techniques and processes and put into practice and showcase their skills. They will learn to think critically and show confidence in their ability to make judgments of art works using vocabulary that is appropriate and representative of the art form. They will also be involved in discussing and relating to the value of the art forms and how they apply in their lives and societies across cultures.  

Sports

(IP / SP)

• Basketball

• Floorball

• Softball

• Table Tennis

• Track and Field

• Volleyball

• Wushu

Physical Sports Co-Curricular Activities Programme

The Physical Sports DSA student will be able to pursue his sporting passion holistically, develop his skills, knowledge and values, specific to his sport, setting personal challenges, achieving sporting excellence, guided by the motto of “Discipline, Character, Championship”.

The 4-year Physical Sports CCA programme will provide learning opportunities for students to acquire fundamental motor skills and movement concepts specific to the sport. The emphasis will be on learning and enjoyment through developmentally appropriate movement experiences. Highly specialised and intensive training for high performance will be planned for the students to achieve sporting excellence, anchored on core values.

Bilingualism (IP)

Bilingual Broadcasting Programme

Students apply the use of both languages

（English and Chinese) to promote bilingualism in school. 

Cultural Ambassador Programme(华青班)

Students deepen their learning in the appreciation of Chinese culture e.g., Bilingual and Bicultural Festival and Mid-Autumn Festival.

华青班活动以推广中华文化为宗旨。华青班的学生有机会聆听和中华文化知识相关的讲座、参加中华文化学习之旅和筹办校内中华传统节日的庆祝活动。

Bicultural Studies Programme (双文化课程)

Bicultural Studies Programme is an upper level programme 

Students learn the history, social evolution, economic developments and international relations of contemporary China with the rest of the world, particularly the West. Various seminars and workshops by academics and entrepreneurs with experience in China and the West augment the curriculum.

学生在高年级也有机会参加双文化课程。公教双文化课程秉持着教育部创办该课程的精神与初衷，旨在培育一群精通华语，且通晓中国悠久历史、中华文化及当代发展的学生。公教中学以中国时事动态为焦点，让学生学贯中西，成为一群既了解中国，又能联系西方的双语人才。

English Language Talent Development Programme (Debates)

Students will have 

• a chance to be part of a Division 1 Debate Team competing at the highest national levels

• opportunities to participate and represent the School in The Singapore Secondary Schools Debating Championship and various competitions throughout the year

• regular training sessions with a professional coach to hone speaking skills, debating skills and confidence, with a focus on analysing current affairs.

English Language Talent Development Programme (Writing)

Students will have 

• a chance to work on personal writing portfolios and be published in school publications.

• opportunities to represent the School in the national and international writing competitions.

• opportunities to mentor juniors when in Level 4

• regular training and creative writing sessions that allows free writing and expression 

Humanities (IP)

Humanities Ambassadors Programme (Lower Levels) The Humanities Ambassadors Programme is designed for lower-level students and intended to leverage on the innate interest toward the Humanities. 

In this programme, Ambassadors

• take on a 2-year leadership role that provides them the opportunity to hone their academic and leadership skills within and beyond the classroom. 

• promote a culture of student-led initiatives in the exploration of the Humanities beyond the classroom and to be confident and inquisitive learners. take part in in-house workshops, physical and virtual learning journeys. 

• apply learning through student projects and programmes.

Humanities Talent Development Programme (Upper Levels) 

The Humanities Talent Development Programme is designed for upper-level students who have shown both aptitude and fortitude in the pursuit of the Humanities subjects. 

In this programme, students take on a 2-year intensive study that provides them with opportunities to develop their passion in the Humanities beyond the classroom. 

Students

• critically examine contemporary issues and to offer their own analysis and understanding of the world around them.

• engage with guest speakers, participate in external events and competitions as well as plan their own learning journeys. 

• attend Humanities seminars and events organised by other schools and external organisations. 

• present their Humanities research programme to their peers and juniors as a culmination of their 2-year programme. 

MOE Humanities and Social Sciences Research Programme

Students who demonstrate a strong interest in Humanities and Social Sciences research will be invited to apply for the MOE HSSRP organised by MOE Gifted Education Branch. Upon selection, they work under the guidance of a university professor on their area of interest and undertake academic research at an advanced level.

Mathematics (IP)

Mathematics Talent Development Programmes

Broadens their experience and cultivates their interest in Mathematics. 

Students 

• may also be involved in the Mathematics Research Programme, where they will complete a mathematics research project under the mentorship of a professor and present their findings in the annual Singapore Mathematics Project Festival. 

• will be given the opportunities to take part in various local competitions and training such as the Singapore Mathematics Olympiad and NUS Statistical Poster Competition.

• will be given priority to participate in activities where they will be exposed to programmes related to Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) in a real-world context.

Science (IP)

CΩergy (Science Talent Development Programme) 

Incoming Level 1 students are assigned a Level 4 TDP student-mentor. In the first year, students are exposed to areas like indoor drone flying, basic programming and aviation science. 

Students will 

• participate in competitions and other activities e.g. CHAOS, Big Science, CB Paul Quiz, PET Water Rocket workshop, Glider building workshop, Drone building and Drone Swarming workshop

• offer leadership service e.g., CHS P6 Outreach Programme 

Students who continue to demonstrate a strong interest and good results in Science will be selected into the department’s CΩergy Programme from Level 2 onwards. In this programme, the students attend lessons after school and participate in enrichment programmes and activities that aim to broaden their experience and advance their learning in science and technology.