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media productions Anglo-Chinese (MPAC) Media Productions Anglo-Chinese (MPAC) is a CCA that aims to equipstudents with basic video editing skills, film appreciation and documentationof various school events and provides live feed for chapel and other importantschool events throughout the year. This year, MPAC produced its third film on Bishop William FitzjamesOldham, the founder of ACS. We also organized “Twentyfour 2015” a shortfilm competition (sponsored by Blackmagic Design and NYAA), with activeparticipation from various schools, JCs and Polytechnics. Participants arerequired to conceptualize, film and edit a video on a pre- set theme within 24hours. Before the competition, Blackmagic Design organized a workshop onColour Grading in conjunction with Media Village. This year the competitionwas judged by a team of media personalities and filmmakers such as Looi WanPing, Sharon Calenthral and Derek Tan, co-founder of Viddsee. Award winningfilmmaker, photographer and Media Technologist Nicholas Chee was theGuest- of- Honour. The year-end camp in October organised workshops and talks by mediapersonalities and a visit to a professional editing studio. All year long, studentsare trained by a professional from the media industry. MPAC members alsoparticipated in various film competitions such as National Youth Challenge,Climate Change Film Competition, SDMA and N.E. mation. Within the school,the MPAC team has successfully produced the Founder’s Day, National Day andthe Honour’s Day videos. The dedicated team of MPAC members deserves to beapplauded for their collective effort.Mrs Runima TandonNames of teachers-in-charge of CCA and committee members:Teachers – in- charge Mrs Runima B Tandon and Mrs Choy Hoay MinMPAC Committee 2015   CurrentPresident Lucas Tan, 5.01 (Genesis)Executive Committee IBDP: Tan Yi Jia (5.07 Ruth),Members Clint Pang (5.01 Genesis), Shahruj Rashid (5.01 Genesis), Kanan S/O Nagarajan (5.11 Psalms) SECONDARY: Surendra Shenoy (4.14 Moses), Pradeep Mani (4.15 Noah), Vijayraj Muthukumaran (4.15 Noah), Premkumar Ganesh (4.15 Noah), Rifqi Iskander (4.15 Noah) 251

media resource team The ACS(Independent) Media Resource Team provides a myriad of opportunities for our dedicated group of members to develop a heart of service and help out during morning assembly and other more demanding events like Festival of Arts. Our aim is to develop the technical skills of every member, maximizing his potential to serve the school. Our CCA also develops each member holistically by conducting overnight camps, monthly training sessions and peer mentoring in order to build up their leadership skills and team spirit and grooming them to be outstanding leaders and team players in all aspects of their lives. From dealing with stressful conditions, to maintaining a balance between schoolwork and demanding duty schedules, bonds of friendships are formed, ensuring that Media Resource is not just a service CCA, but also a platform for our members to grow. The Media Resource members are thankful for the guidance provided by our teachers, Mr Andrew Wong, Mdm Lua Shih Lin and Ms Lianne Chua. We are also grateful to our technicians, Mr Kelsey Tan and Mr Nick Lim, for their unrelenting support and patience in guiding us. Being an important part of the school services team, we strive towards excellence in serving and developing our members. Zacharia Low (President) 5.17 Philippians252

multi purposeco-operative society The Multi-purpose Co-operative Society has provided opportunities formembers to familiarise themselves with basic business workings such as productpromotions, stocktaking, marketing techniques and transaction dealings.Members were also encouraged to participate in community events organizedby Singapore National Co-operative Federation. With the ACS Co-op always looking ways to improve, termly committeemeetings were held to foster innovation and creativity through discussionsand suggestions. During the Year 1 registration, the members displayed greatsalesmanship and teamwork. They were innovative and could think of ways toimprove the ‘flow’ of sales. Though it was hard work, the members perseveredand learned to handle difficult customers. The experience also gave theman insight into the working world. The Annual New Recruits training wasconducted in Term 2 to better equip the new members in the day to day runningof the co-op shop. Indeed, 2015 has been a significant year for the ACS(Independent) Co-op.We would like to thank the Senior Administration for their continued supportand the teachers for their guidance in the smooth running of the Co-op.Law Yan An (Secretary) Mrs Tay Suat Kuan, Ms Law Miew Fong and Ms4.13 Cornelius Lee Ooi Lian Leck Kirk Shen (4.13 Cornelius)   Teachers – in- charge Lucas Foo Chuan Bin (3.11 Elisha) Law Yan An (4.13 Cornelius)  Chairman   Jerald Tan Jen Rong (4.13 Cornelius)  Vice-Chairman Joel Lee Ji Xiang (3.11 Elisha), Arnest Lim Jia Shen Secretary (3.14 Obadiah), Ryan Tay Tzerei (3.16 Habakkuk)  Vice-Secretary Committee Members 253

philharmonic orchestra The first half of 2015 has been an eventful one, with the Philharmonic Music Directors Mr Yang Zheng Yi Secondary Orchestra Orchestra performing at the 4 major events; Year One Performing Arts Mr Edward Tan IB Orchestra Showcase, Singapore Youth Festival (SYF) Arts Presentation, Performing Arts Teachers-in-charge Ms Chua Yi Fang Overall In-Charge Night Festival and the Open House. Under the invaluable guidance of our Ms Athena Hsieh teachers-in-charge and conductors, the orchestra has grown with passion and Executive Committee Mrs Serilyn Goh 6.12 Jericho skill. President Ms Denise Tan 6.17 Nazareth Vice-Presidents 4.18 Jude The Secondary Orchestra performed Frolicsome Finale, the 4th Movement Chester Tan Yue Jun 6.17 Nazareth of Benjamin Britten’s Simple Symphony, and the 6th Movement of Carl General Manager Darren Ang Jin Wee 6.04 Cana Reinecke’s Serenade for Strings at SYF and was awarded a Distinction award; the Committee Members Andre Wong Jun Hui 5.15 Galatians highest possible achievement. The IB Orchestra performed Carl Nielsen’s Suite Shawn Lim 5.14 Corinthians for Strings - Intermezzo, and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Fugue in C Minor K. Level Reps Michael Quah 4.17 Solomon 546 at SYF; and was awarded the Accomplishment award. These pieces were Year 6 Thaned Ong 4.18 Jude also performed at the inaugural Performing Arts Night Festival featuring all Year 5 Ian Shum 3.17 Malachi seven performing arts CCAs in ACS (Independent). Year 4 Donovan Sim Year 3 Ryan Ling 6.12 Jericho Through the Philharmonic Orchestra we have become more passionate Year 2 Oliver Lim 5.12 Proverbs about music and the arts as we are provided with numerous performance Year 1 4.04 Ezra opportunities allowing us to improve our skills in various aspects of performance. Section Leaders Elizabeth Lim 3.17 Malachi We will continue to strive to greater musical heights! To God be the glory, the IB Orchestra Justin Kueh 2.02 Simeon best is yet to be! Concert Master Shaun Lim 1.10 Andrew Thaned Ong (Committee member) Second Violin Jang Jun Woo 5.15 Galatians Viola Ian Soh 5.09 Chronicles Cello Ethan Wong 6.10 Gethsamane254 Double Bass 6.12 Jericho Secondary Orchestra Jordan Yoong 6.17 Nazareth Concert Master Amanda Tay 5.14 Corinthians Asst Concert Master Chester Tan Second Violin Darren Ang 4.02 Jacob Ian Shum 3.02 Zachariah Viola 4.13 Cornelius Maximillian Neo 4.11 Stephen Cello Dylan Wee 4.10 Samuel Evan Tan 4.18 Jude Double Bass Wang Yifan 4.18 Jude Daniel Ong 4.13 Cornelius Jireh Loo 4.13 Cornelius Andre Wong Jonah Ryan Kwek Lai Tzu Zheng

photographic society In August 2014, the society hosted its annual national event: SingaporeYoung Photographers’ Convention. This event saw 306 participants from 29local schools and 2 international schools. Participants were placed in differentgroups to allow them to make friends, exchange valuable experiences andphotography skills. The GOH for the evening was Mr Hawazi Daipi, SeniorParliamentary Secretary, Ministry of Education & Ministry of Manpower. Theevent was sponsored by Canon Singapore, Cathay and NYAA. The PhotographicSociety members and teachers had a memorable experience working together toorganise this convention. We started 2015 learning new photography skills through training modulesrun by Canon trainers and senior members in the club. In term 2, an outingto Holland Village and Rochester Park was organised. ‘Photography is aboutcapturing souls not smiles’, we had a wonderful opportunity capturing themoments of Singaporeans engaged in their daily life activities. Election of a newExecutive Committee for year 2015-2016 was held, followed by a farewell partyfor the graduating members of Photographic society. In conclusion, the Photographic Society would like to extend its gratitudeto the Executive Committee of 2014-2015 for their unwavering support for thejuniors and time spent for the betterment of the society.Deepika Ramu5.04 Numbers 255

prefectorial board On the 9 February 2015, we celebrated the Investiture of the Anglo-Chinese School (Independent)’s 55th Prefectorial Board. The Prefects’ investiture was a symbolic moment for our 74 prefects as we pledged our loyalty to the school and promised to do our best to set a good example for our fellow ACSians, carrying on the legacy left behind for us by the previous 54 generations. For the newly invested prefects, this marked the start of a momentous journey that would enable them to them to grow and develop themselves into servant leaders with godly and robust character. For the Year 3s, the investiture was an exciting start to the upcoming term. For the Year 4s, this will be our final year in the Board. The investiture gave us the opportunity to look back at what we have accomplished as prefects and to continue nurturing the younger ones as they embark on their journey as student leaders. The prefects also managed to organize school events such as Sports Night 2015, JuneAct, Prefect Selection Camp, Operation Smile and, in collaboration with the Student Council, co-organized ACSFactor, ACares, Teachers’ Day Celebrations and Custodians Day. Over the past year, we have had much to celebrate and thank God for – only by His grace has the Board been able to move in the direction that it had planned and cope with the challenges that have come their way. As familiar faces leave and fresh ones arrive, we trust that God will continue to carry the Prefects through the years ahead in their endeavours to be a blessing to ACSians. To God be the glory, the best is yet to be! Andre Wong Jun Hui (Administration Councillor 2015) 4.18 Jude Ben Freeborn (Head Prefect 2015) 4.12 Abel256 Prefectorial Board Masters Mr George Lam Mr Phee Beng Chang Executive Committee Mr Adrian Low Head Prefect Mr Jamin Jeow Vice-Head Prefects Mrs Patricia Thong Human Resource Councillors Benjamin Shang-En P Freeborn (4.12 Admin Councillor Abel) External Discipline Councillor Ong Kai Le, Warren (4.08 Apollos) Internal Discipline Councilor Sean Elliot Lim Si-Wei (4.10 Samuel) Hafez Sorouri Zanjani ( 4.10 Samuel) Samuel Sim Tzi Hean (4.02 Jacob) Zhang Yu Cheng Ken (4.12 Abel) Andre Wong (4.18 Jude) Saurabh Pal (4.17 Solomon) Kitiarsa Tantham (4.16 Enoch)

robotics God has continued to bless the Robotics Club throughout the 2014-2015season. From 1 - 4 December 2014, the Robotics Club sent three young teamsto participate in the Asia Pacific Robotics Championship held in Dongguan,China. The teams competed against other teams from China, Hong Kong andHawaii, making it to the quarter-finals. Although we were unable to defendour Asia title, the experience of overseas competition was nevertheless a veryvaluable lesson for our juniors in preparation for and to gauge their readiness forthe World Championship. This year, our Club sent four teams to participate in the Vex Robotics WorldChampionship held in Louisville, Kentucky from 15-18 April. This competitionis still the largest and fastest growing robotics competition in the world, withmore than 15,000 students in 850 teams from 27 countries participating thisyear. After four gruelling days of competition against the best teams in the worldfrom the U.S., New Zealand and China, our teams made Singapore proud byqualifying for the divisional semi-finals and quarter-finals respectively. Our final competition for this year was the Singapore Vex RoboticsChampionship held on 22 and 23 June, where we sent eight teams to representthe School. We competed against schools such as Hwa Chong Institution,NUS (High) School of Mathematics and Science and School of Science andTechnology, and did the school proud by achieving a near clean sweep of theawards. Our teams attained the Tournament Champion, the Robot SkillsChallenge Champion, the Programming Skills Challenge Champion, theTertiary Division Champion and the coveted Excellence Award, which is givento the overall best team across all events. In addition, we were also first, secondand third runners-up for the Championship, as well as first-runners up for boththe Robot and Programming Skills Challenge. The slew of awards bodes wellfor the future of the club and is truly a testament of our commitment to quality. We look forward with anticipation to next year’s 2016 Vex RoboticsWorld Championship. We hope we will triumph and bring back the WorldChampionship trophy! To God be the glory, the best is yet to be!Isaac Lee4.11 Stephen 257

shaw library With the increased emphasis on ‘core’ CCAs to gain entry into Junior Colleges, we have seen a sharp drop in our Library CCA, which is a ‘second CCA’ for most students. However, despite a leaner force of only 21, our student-librarians continue to provide the necessary service to school. We have a team of ‘supporting cast’ who are students fulfilling their VIA requirements. These ‘temps’ help us with the onerous task of making the library more accessible by keeping up with the shelving of books and tidying up of the shelves, while our student-librarians took on the onerous task of keeping a hawk eye on the maintenance of the library books, magazines, newspapers and other reading materials. We facilitate students in their examination preparations and revisions in the months of April - May, July, August, September, October and November. We have extended our operating hours from 5.30pm to 9pm on Mondays to Thursdays and 5pm to 9pm on Fridays. Special Activities for 2015 included a 1-day Training-cum-Farewell camp to welcome new student-librarians and bid farewell to our graduating Year 4’s and 6’s. This year, the Library also bids farewell to Ms Jessie Tan, our Chief Librarian and welcomes our new librarian Mr Leo Joon Meng. Mrs Bethany Khng Mr Leo Joon Meng Mrs Bethany Khng Librarian Ms Ong Siew Lian Teachers-in-Charge Mrs V Alagurani Mdm Susie Wong Library Officers Mdm Betty Lee Executive Committee Darrell Lim (3.11 Elisha) President Ricky Zhao (3.02 Zechariah) Vice-President Shin Yong Hoon (3.12 Amos) Executive Committee Seah Min-Rei (2.11 Asher ) Tan Hao Wei (2.11 Asher ) Shaw Library Opening Hours: Monday to Thursday: 8.00 am to 5.30 pm Friday: 8.00 am to 5.00 pm258

student council “WalkingtheTalk”–lookingback,ourjourneyasaCouncilhasbeenchallengingbut immensely fruitful. From the beginning, we built on the successes of past batches.Guided by our aim of being role models and servant leaders, all of us have certainlybeen changed by our experiences with the Council. To strengthen both school spirit and pride, we actively organized a plethoraof events and activities to cater to different needs of the school and individual. Byorganizing both Teachers Day and Custodians Day 2014 concerts, we soughtto celebrate the key individuals who had such a large impact on our growth andeducation. This was followed by the Graduating Leaders Appreciation Dinner 2014(GLAD), a night where memories of leadership were shared and graduating Prefectsand Councillorsthankedfortheirsincereservice.PromNight2015 also sawthe classof 2014 leave with grand flair, musical acts and fond memories. Alongside this came our own welcome for the incoming juniors – Orientation2015 followed by the talent-search ACSFactor 2015. Thereafter, months ofpreparation culminated in the inaugural Sports Night 2015, a night of house spiritand competitions. AC Cares, a new initiative to reach out to the Dover Communitywas spearheaded with the Interact Club and was a change in direction for our school.This was quickly followed by one of the defining events of ACYLC 2015, an outreachprogramme to the community in areas such as Telok Blangah and also the foreignworkers in our school. WhilewepassontheACSianmantleofchangetoourjunior batch,we continueto grasp firmly onto the values that we treasure dearly and the school experiencewhich we will never forget. We leave satisfied knowing we have done our best to servethe school, and look forward to the generations after us who will strive to do the same.Jonathan Neo (9th President of the Student Council)6.18 Patmos 259

acs independent stage 2015 has been an incredibly memorable year for ACSIS as our drama Teachers-in-charge Mr Brian Connor and Dr Angela Chew productions ranged from the horrific and grotesque to the comedic. Executive Committee Amanda Lim (6.15 Judea) We started the year with our regular annual production, Assortments, in March. President Bryan Choo (6.16 Macedonia) Assortments showcased a spectrum of rough theatre genres with all items scripted, Vice-President Dhameem Ansar (6.07 Ephesus) directed and performed by the members of ACSIS. This year, we ventured into Secretary Yeo Zhixin (6.03 Bethlehem) a greater variety of plays and also had a short play interwoven among the various Treasurer Tay Jing Hui (6.12 Jericho) performances. As with the previous years, Assortments managed to captivate our Logistics Wee Yeong Xin (6.08 Galatia) audience. Welfare With its riveting twist of events, Family was chosen to be performed at the school inaugural Performing Arts Night Festiva with an extended script which did not fail to add more terrifying detail than there was originally. Yet another milestone of the year was the ACSIS production of Salem, presented in collaboration with the ACSDC drama family. A fascinating script by playwright David Calcutt on the historical Salem witch trials, the play bares the ugliness of the human condition to the bone as characters—minister and ordinary townsfolk alike—abuse religion in a ruthless manner and wreaking havoc in the village. Needless to say, Salem was a production to remember and will remain in the hearts of both cast and crew for a long time. Our successful execution of 2015’s drama productions would certainly not have been possible without the steadfast support of our teachers-in-charge, Mr Brian Connor and Dr Angela Chew. We would like to extend our gratitude to them for allowing each member to embark on a journey of self-discovery and improvement once they join ACSIS and also cultivating in them a deeper love for theatre. 2015 has indeed been an eventful one for ACSIS and we trust that ACSIS will continue to Live Life Centrestage in the years to come. Amanda Lim 6.15 Judea260

young diplomats society The Young Diplomats Society had yet another stellar run this year,clinching many of the top awards given out by the various Model United Nationsconferences in Singapore. We clinched the ‘Best Delegation’ awards at the RafflesModel United Nations, River Valley Model United Nations and at the HwaChong Conflict Resolution and Inquiry conferences. Having won their spurs,YDS members have been invited to chair at the Singapore International ModelUnited Nations and the Yale-NUS Model ASEAN conferences. This year, YDSonce again organized successfully the 8th session of the International ModelUnited Nations and the 3rd session of the Middle East Summit conferences,attracting over 400 delegates from secondary schools and junior colleges. None of this would have been possible without the dedication of ourteachers-in-charge, Mr Norman Chua, Mdm Vijitha Ranjee, Ms Nalini Moorthiand Mdm Ruvathy Arumugam. We hope to continue our efforts to bring honour to our school, To God bethe glory, the best is yet to be!Alexander Gee (President)6.18 Patmos 261

CHEONG KOON SENG HOUSE Cheong Koon Seng House performed well in the sporting arena for CKS House Manager Mrs Muralitharan Mohana the year 2015. Despite being outperformed by our worthy competitors in House Captain Swimming and Cross Country, the members of the House displayed remarkable Vice-Captains Tay Ming Hao (6.02 Bethesda) sportsmanship. The House was also able to clinch second place for the Track & Field Championships. With the outstanding performance from the members, Open Boys Representative Ong Sarah (6.17 Nazareth), the House was able to emerge as overall First Runners-up. This was only possible Open Girls Representative Chew Jay Ee (5.04 Numbers) due to the unwavering support and indomitable spirit of the members. Year 4 Representative Ryan Chin (6.04 Galatia) The annual Inter-House Championships was held on the inaugural Sports Night. We saw our members come together to help with face painting, as well as Year 3 Representatives Annabelle Chua Wei Xuan (6.17 Nazareth), to cheer their fellow house mates! Our beautiful mascot, designed by the talented Chua Hui Xuan (5.14 Corinthians) Annabelle Chua Wei Xuan (6.17 Nazareth), brought to life the vivacious and Year 2 Representative tenacious sprit of Cheong Koon Seng House. It was indeed a heartening sight to Tan Wei Long Issac (4.15 Noah), Huh Dam (4.02 see our members excel in all the following: Year 1 Representative Jacob) Track and Field Championship Result Lee Jia Yi Jeremy (3.05 Micah), Khoo Yihao (3.05 Micah) Chua Jie Yu Ernest (2.10 Dan), Wong Ee Png Jarell (2.09 Benjamin) Quek Jin Yi Joseph (1.10 Andrew), Arul Prasad Rishi Vardhaan (1.01 Matthew) Open Girls CHAMPIONS Overall Championship Second Track and Field Individual Championship Result Group 2 Chia Meng Pian Ken (2.03 Gad) Last but not least, we would like to acknowledge our energetic House Manager, Mrs Muralitharan Mohana. Without her insight and guidance, Cheong Koon Seng House would not have seen consistently stellar results. Tay Ming Hao (House Captain) 6.02 Bethesda Ong Sarah (House Vice-Captain) 6.17 Nazareth262

GOH HOOD KENG HOUSE 2015 proved to be a very outstanding year for the Goh Hood Keng house, GHK House Manager Mdm Liu Jianwith numerous milestones made in the different events over the course of the Years 5 and 6 Captains/year. In the face of stiff competition, our athletes formed strong bonds between Vice- Captains Matthias Soh Jia Loong (6.16 Macedonia),one another. The GHK house is exceedingly proud of our athletes who fought Ariane Kea Tong (6.17 Nazareth)with resilience and grace in each of the events. Year 5 Representative Dan Yuet Yau (5.03 Leviticus), Year 4 Representatives Beth Nicole Chow (5.09 Chronicles) We started off the year strong in 78th Annual Swimming Championships,with our House breaking a total of 6 school records. Darren Chua Shou Yi Year 3 Representatives Mark Chan Wei-chien (5.10 Esther)(3.09 Zephaniah) broke three of these six records in the 50m Free, Fly and 200m Year 2 RepresentativesIM. Francis Jia Yi Fong (3.15 Nahum ), broke the 50m Back record. Our Year 3 Year 1 Representatives Nabil B Danil (4.17 Solomon),boys rallied together to break the record for both the Free and Medley 200m Ong Keng Hung, Jonas (4.17 Solomon),Inter-House relays.  Jeremy King Wang (4.01 Joshua) During the Annual Track and Field Championships, the GHK house Neal Kok Zhi An (3.01 Jeremiah),clinched overall first place in the first-ever Sports Night. It was a night of strong Fong Liang Kai (3.07 Daniel)House spirit and dedication as both our Year 1 and 2 boys clinched overall firstin their respective categories. Furthermore, the GHK showed the true spirit Samuel Chew Kai Jie (2.01 Reuben), Huh Kyeomof family in the Family and the Staff race, clinching bronze and gold for the (2.06 Zebulun), Tan Song Zhe Jovan (2.01 Reuben)respective races.  Tan Chyi Hann (1.11 Timothy), In the Annual Cross Country, GHK clinched an overall second position, Nicholas Cheong Ee Seng (1.12 Titus)with our Open Boys clinching first place. With unfailing support andencouragement from our House Manager Mdm Liu Jian, we hope that GHKwill soar to even greater heights in the year to come.Ariane Kea Tong6.17 Nazareth  263

LEE SENG GEE HOUSE Lee Seng Gee (LSG) began the year with a big splash at the 78th Annual activities. Thanks to all the students, teachers and parents who supported the Swimming Meet in February. Our Group 4 and Open Boys teams emerged House in one way or another to make this a great year for us. overall champions in these two levels and helped propel LSG to the overall second place. In addition, Teong Tzen Wei (6.16 Macedonia) took the individual Ong Kah Yong, Timothy (House Captain) gold with Ng Hean Kim, Nigel (6.06 Damascus) in 3rd place in the Open Boys’ 6.05 Corinth category. We were champions in all the four relay events in Group 4 and Open Boys categories. LSG has certainly done very well in the Swim Meet, and we are LSG House Manager Mrs Elaine Lee proud of our House swimmers. House Captain Ong Kah Yong Timothy (6.05 Corinth) Vice-Captain Marianne Lim Cheng Hui (6.04 Cana) At the Track and Field, Ng Sheng Cong, Jerrick (1.05 Peter) and Joshua Year 5 Representative Quek Lu Yi (5.17 Philippians) Lim Yong Loon (3.15 Nahum) were the individual champions for Group 1 and (Girls) Group 3 respectively. Our young athletes from Group 1 and Group 2 won the Year 5 Representative Woo Ming En, Roy (5.05 Deuteronomy) relays in their respective levels. (Boys) Year 4 Representative Loh Sheng Rong, Justin (4.07 Job) The year ended well at the Annual Cross-Country Championships. Our Year 3 Representative Joshua Lim Yong Loon (3.15 Nahum) Group 1 and Group 2 teams emerged Champions. The Open Girls took the Year 2 Representative Chen Jinghao (2.14 Isaac) Bronze. LSG came in third overall. Well done, LSG! Year 1 Representative Ng Sheng Cong, Jerrick (1.05 Peter) The LSG athletes have done very well this year. Many House members participated and put in their best for all the school competitions and other fringe264

Oldham house 2015 was the year of revival of the Oldham House spirit. The House Representatives for their dedications and commitment. For all things, we givemembers displayed brilliant team spirit. This year was an enjoyable and fulfilling thanks to God and To God Be The Glory. The Best Is Yet To Be!year for all the House members. Harold Tan We competed in three Championships this year starting with the Annual 6.09 GalileeSwimming Championship where our swimmers across all levels swam theirbest. During the inaugural Sports Night at Jurong West Stadium, our Years 1, 2 Oldham House Manager Mdm Tan Hui Mingand 3 runners made the House proud by achieving 1st, 3rd and 3rd positions in House Captain Harold Tan (6.09 Galilee)their respective levels. Vice-Captains Benjamin Lim (6.05 Corinth), Han Pin Quan (4.02 Jacob) The highlight of the year for Oldham was when we came in as the overall Open Boys Representative Daniel Lim (5.03 Leviticus)House Champions in the Cross Country Championship with our runners Open Girls Representative Stephanie Quek (6.08 Galatia)attaining top 10 positions for almost every category and coming in top 3 for Year 4 Representative Jireh Loo (4.18 Jude)several categories. Year 3 Representatives Oliver Lim (3.15 Nahum), Isaac Heng (3.15 Nahum) Like Eagles, every Oldham House member is courageous, resilience and Year 2 Representative Ian Soh (2.02 Simeon)has the desire to stretch one’s own limits. Every Oldham House member who Year 1 Representative Sean Soh (1.01 Matthew)participated in the House Championships continues to put in their very bestefforts and aim to achieve greater heights of glory. All these would not be possiblewithout the encouraging words, enthusiasm and constant support by our HouseManager, Mdm Tan Hui Ming, as well as our respective level Captains and Events First Second Third Swimming Meet - - - Track & Field Group 3 Group 1, Group 3 - Group 2 Cross Country Open Girls Group 4 Open Boys - Group 1 265

Shaw Vee MenG house Purple has long been the colour that symbolizes royalty and nobility. True to the colours we don, our athletes showed the noble characteristics of sportsmanship and fighting spirit and we have done our teammates proud by excelling in all the inter-house competitions. The Annual Swimming Championships has traditionally been our weakest event. Nevertheless, our swimmers never gave up and remained undaunted, a trait similar to that of our mascot, the shark. Our Year 3 swimmers put up a great fight and managed to clinch an honorable third position. At the Annual Track and Field Championships, our athletes surpassed expectations as our Open girls managed to come in runners up with Tan Si Wen (6.10 Gethsamane) clinching the individual champion trophy (winning the 100m, 200m and 400m Gold). Our Year 4 athletes also did our House proud by clinching the runners-up position. Attlee Ng (3.13 Haggai) won the Long Jump and Triple Jump Gold medals, Zhang Tieze (5.12  Proverbs) clinched Javelin Gold and Ayyadarshan (4.08 Apollos) won the 100m Gold. Finally, at the Annual Cross Country Championships, our Year 2 athletes ran with great endurance to achieve a commendable runner-up. Philip Wong (3.05 Micah) performed exceedingly well by clinching the Individual Champion trophy. 2015 has been an eventful year for our House and we will continue to strive for excellence in the years to come. To God be the glory, the best is yet to be. Choo Jia Shen Marvin (House Captain) 6.10 Gethsamane266 SVM House Manager Mr Yeo Wee Kong House Captain Marvin Choo (6.10 Gethsamane) Vice-Captains Felix Rene (6.03 Bethlehem), Olivia Lim (6.03 Bethlehem) Year 5 Representative Kristi Lim (5.17 Philippians) (Girls) Year 5 Representatives Joshua Goh (5.08 Kings) (Boys) Jason Goh (5.02 Exodus) Year 4 Representatives Ashley James Tan (4.08 Apollos), Erik Nam (4.18 Jude), Ayyadarshan (4.08 Apollos) Year 3 Representatives Ian Teh Jiazhi (3.04 Ezekiel ), Michael Yong (3.17 Malachi), Bestian Long Tianjie (3.04 Ezekiel) Year 2 Representatives Alexus Liew (2.13 Abraham), Winston Loo (2.08 Manasseh) Year 1 Representative Harpreet Singh (1.11 Timothy)

Tan Chin Tuan house Tan Chin Tuan (TCT) House continues to improve under the guidance TCT House Manager Ms Jamilah Lajamof House Manager, Ms Jamilah Lajam, Captain Cassie Yang (6.09 Galilee), House Captain Cassie Yang (6.09 Galilee)Vice-captains Keith Toh (6.03 Bethlehem) and Dhivian Thanabal (4.07 Job ) Vice-Captains Keith Toh (6.03 Bethlehem, 1st Vice-Captain)together with a team of dedicated level leaders. TCT’s mascot is the lion, symbol Dhivian Thanabal (4.07 Job, 2nd Vice-Captain)of courage, strength, resilience and teamwork. These are attributes which TCT Year 6 Representative Jasmine Chua (6.11 Iconium)members displayed in the various sporting events of 2015. (Girls) Year 6 Representative Michael Yee (6.10 Gethsamane) The year started with the Annual Swim Championships and our Year 2 (Boys)swimmers did our House proud. Isaac Soo (2.01 Reuben), Ong Jung Yi (2.04 Year 5 Representative Erica Chiang (5.13 Ecclesiastes)Judah), Wong Yik Jun (2.06 Zebulun) and Julian Jeow (2.12 Naphtali) were (Girls)an awesome team in the group two section while Rachel Tseng (5.02 Exodus) Year 5 Representative Hansen Liem (5.16 Ephesians)added the medal tally in the Open Girls’ section. Other members also exhibited (Boys)steadfastness and team work in the relay events, especially the Year 5 boys who Year 4 Representatives Md Darwisy Aminuddin (4.08 Apollos),rose to the occasion in the name of House spirit Jonathan Lim (4.02 Jacob) Year 3 Representatives Dean Woo (3.04 Ezekiel), Jovian Goh (3.13 Haggai) The highlight of this year’s Track and Field Championships was the Sports Year 2 Representative Noah Sim (2.07 Ephraim)Night held at Jurong West Stadium. It was a first time family event for ACS Year 1 Representatives Aloysius Ong (1.04 John),Independent, and TCT worked hard together with the other Houses to make Manas Rayadurg (1.09 James)it a memorable evening. Our veteran athletes, Mitchell Teh Yee Cher (6.11Iconium), Timothy Lee (6.06 Damascus) and Nishan s/o Guna Sakaran (6.02Bethesda) breezed to the finishing line. These Year 6 boys will be sorely missednext year. Our field sportsmen and women also rose to the occasion, helping toincrease our medal tally. TCT parents and staff also stepped forward to take partin the evening races. Needless to say, everyone had a lot of fun. The last sporting event of the year was the Annual Cross Country held atWest Coast Park. A carnival, complete with music and games stall, was held inconjunction with Youth Day celebrations. TCT members once again rose to theoccasion, bringing home several medals in the different categories while runninga games stall at the same time.Dhivian Thanabal (2nd Vice Captain)4.07 Job 267

TAN KAH KEE House The prominent American writer Napoleon Hill once quipped, “Victory is We are grateful to our house manager, Mrs Nilanjana Bose, for her continual always possible for the person who refuses to stop fighting.” This year, though support and presence at all events, our supporters for their unyielding support, new challenges and obstacles have arisen Tan Kah Kee (TKK) house has rallied and God, without whom none of this would have been possible. with a united front to compete boldly in another season of success. To God be the Glory, the best is truly yet to be. The house is blessed with members who are wholly committed to winning for our house. This year has been a challenge as we fought off stiff competition Nicole Ngai Tze Yan (Vice-Captain) from the other houses to emerge second runners-up for the Track and Field 5.05 Deuteronomy Championships and Champions in the Swim Meet while also putting up a strong fight in the Annual Cross Country Championships Noah Lim Fang-Zhou (Vice-Captain) 5.15 Galatians TKK has talented athletes within our family who seek to establish a sense of belonging in each and every member. They include the following: TKK House Manager Mrs Nilanjana Bose House Captain Choo Yik-hean Bryan (6.16 Macedonia) Dylan Koo (4.13 Cornelius) secured golds in the 50m butterfly and Vice-Captains Kim Han Sang (6.01 Antioch), freestyle, while also winning the 200m individual medley in the annual Swim Vinny Yap Li Xuan (6.16 Macedonia) Meet. He represented Singapore in the South East Asian Games and later this Open Representative Nicole Ngai Tze Yan (5.05 Deuteronomy) year, he will be at World Juniors’ Swimming Championship (Girls) Open Representative Ou Wai Yan Darrell (5.14 Corinthians), Hubert Lee (4.04 Ezra) made significant contributions to TKK house in (Boys) Lim Fang-Zhou, Noah (5.15 Galatians) claiming gold in the 100m, 200m, and 400m events, and also proved invaluable Year 4 Representatives Dylan Koo (4.13 Cornelius), as in both the 4x100m and 4x400m relays. Kee Ruide Roystan (4.07 Job) Year 3 Representatives David Tameeris (3.17 Malachi), Our girls team, consisting of Alicia Teng (6.18 Patmos), Julia Craggs (6.14 Chan Tze Kai (3.14 Obadiah) Joppa), Peck Hsiao Tyng (6.08 Galatia), and Vinny Yap (6.16 Macedonia) to Year 2 Representative Koh Zhi En Joshua (2.14 Isaac), name a few, actively represented our house and performed exceedingly well in David Mow Wen Xiong (2.05 Issachar), many events. Year 1 Representatives John Yeo Chen Xuan (2.01 Reuben) Lim Hongxi (1.05 Peter), Matthew Lim (1.11 Timothy)268

THOBURN house 2015 has been a very successful year for the Thoburn House. The athletes championships, the runners performed well. Kudos to the athletes who werewho participated in in the various competitions have done Thoburn proud, placed top 10 in their various age groups!coming in 3rd, 4th and 7th overall in the Swimming, Track and Field and CrossCountry championships respectively. All in all, the House has improved since last year, finishing well in all the different competitions. We would like to thank Mr Cao Hui Zhong, the house In the Swimming Championships, the boys in the 13 and under category manager, for his support and all the athletes from who have contributed in oneand the Open girls have achieved outstanding results, clinching gold in the team way or other. We will continue to strive to strive harder, and uphold the houseranking. Special mention goes to Samantha Koh Shui Yuan (6.10 Gethsamane), spirit.who was placed 2nd for the Open girls individual ranking. The open boys havedone exceptionally well in the Track and Field championship, coming in 1st Isaac Tan Jon Weiin the team ranking. Many athletes have won individual gold medals in their 5.04 Numbersevents, and have played a key role in the House success. At the Cross Country 269

BADMINTON 2015 has been an eventful year for the Anglo-Chinese School (Independent) Badminton Team. Both the ‘B’ and ‘C’ Division teams emerged as first runners up in the South Zone Badminton Championships and second runners up in the National Inter-Schools Badminton Championships while the ‘A’ Division team also emerged as first runners up in the National Inter-Schools Badminton Championships. The Badminton season began with the ‘B’ and ‘C’ Division South Zone Championships. Through the display of excellent skills and steadfastness, the two divisions fought their way to the Zonal Finals where they faced their formidable rivals, Raffles Institution. Despite our players displaying outstanding performances in the Zonal Finals, the two teams unfortunately had to settle for the first-runners up position. After a long hard-fought season, the two teams eventually attained the 3rd position in the National Inter-Schools Badminton Championships. The ‘A’ Division Team sailed through to the Finals, winning every match but they had to settle for the first runner up position. The success of the ACS (Independent) Badminton Team definitely lies in the hard work and support of our teachers and coaches. As such, the team would like to thank our teachers and coaches, Mr Samuel Sim, Mr Khoo Kian Teck, Mr Nunung Wibiyanto and Mr Chong Koi Choy for not only their tireless coaching and guidance, but, also for molding and shaping us to be ACSians of robust character. To God be the glory, the best is yet to be. Peck Ern-Wei 6.07 Ephesus270

BAsketball This year was an eventful year for the Basketball Team. Despite the manysetbacks we faced, we put in our best effort and made good use of our talented playersand the opportunities given to us. With student athletes originating from all aroundAsia, the team is gifted with many bright and talented members who work togetheras a family. With one heart, the team has gone through rigorous training sessions whichhelped us to develop a resilient attitude. Our intense training sessions and ourteachers’ never-give-up mindset are what molded us to become tough gentlemenwho will persevere even when the odds are against us. Eventually, we reaped thefruits of our hard work and we were able to equip ourselves with skills to play thegame of basketball with grit and tenacity. This is what we take pride in. This is ACS(Independent) Basketball. Although we did not achieve a favorable position in the standings, we believewe have achieved relative success in the National School Tournaments. In the ‘A’ and‘B’ division tournaments we gave all that we had throughout the intense games. Webelieve that success is not defined by awards alone. There are things more importantthan just trophies and our own glory. We played our hearts out with whatever talentsGod have given us and did our best. To quote Stephen Curry “be it a win or a loss, thank Him for the ability andopportunity to play the game.” As creations of God, whatever we do shows howwonderful and magnificent God is. This is what it means by TO GOD BE THEGLORY.Timothy Lim4.03 Caleb 271

bowlingTeachers-in-charge Ms Linda Goon Ms Goretti PereiraCoach Mr Benjamin WongA’ Division ‘Uncle’ Billy ChooCaptainVice-Captain Isaac Ng (6. 13 Jerusalem)B’ Division An Jea Min (6.14 Joppa)Captain Daniel Soh (4.04 Ezra)C’ Division Leow Tian Ahn (4.16 Enoch)Captain David Goh (2.09 Benjamin) Shaun Wee (2.04 Judah) Bowling is a game which requires mental tenacity and physical strength to overcomethemany challenges. Despiteimmensecompetition,the‘A’DivisionTeam finished 3rd in the National Inter-School Division tournaments. Chen Wen (5.04 Numbers) and Tan Gian Yion (6.12 Jericho) finished 2nd in the doubles event. Both bowlers together with the Captain, Isaac Ng (6.13 Jerusalem) and Ryan Wong (5.07 Ruth) finished 3rd in the team event. The strong support of the Vice-Captain, An Jea Min (6.14 Joppa), Jung Mu Dong (6.15 Judea), Ryan Yong (6.10 Gethsemane) and Jared Lim (5.12 Proverbs) is also commendable. The ‘B’ Division bowlers faced tough competition from Singapore Sports School and Maris Stella Secondary School. Daniel Soh (4.04 Ezra), Daryl Poon (4.04 Ezra), Ryan Thong (4.05 David), Ryan Lee (3.15 Nahum), Royce Thong (4.02 Jacob), Cheah Ray Han (3.09 Zephaniah), Ramsey Lim (3.08 Manasseh), Nicholas Ong (3.07 Daniel), Jaden Tan (3.16 Habakkuk), Matthew Gwee (3.08 Joel) and Dani Aqil (4.09 Elijah) put in days of tireless training to make this a success. The ACS (Independent) team emerged as the overall champions. Pressure mounted as ‘C’ Division bowlers prepared to compete with the best. Bonded as a cohesive unit, the team had trained hard. Their effort paid off when the team won the Gold in the National Tenpin Bowling ‘C’ Division Championship. We hope the passion for Bowling will continue to live on in the future generations to come. Leow Tian Ahn 4.16 Enoch Tan Gian Yion 6.12 Jericho272

canoeing Our canoeists have done the school proud with their excellent showing atnational competitions. Team ACS (Independent) brought home the championshiptitle and silver placing in the ‘B’ Division and ‘C’ Division respectively in the 2015National Inter-Schools Canoeing Championships. With only 5 members, our ‘A’Division pressed on to secure an impressive 3rd placing. Proving their flexibility, the team clinched more titles in the 15th NationalInter-Schools’ Dragon Boat Championships 2015. The ‘B’ Division defended theirchampionship title in the 10-men crew event, while the ‘C’ division 10-men and ‘B’division 20-men teams rowed their way to 2nd placing. The athletes braved through many rounds of competitions with unflaggingmettle and were not discouraged when faced with powerhouses in the various events.They displayed tenacity and excellent sportsmanship. With God’s grace and strength,they have reaped the rewards of their hard work. We thank God for a bountiful year and will like to express our gratitude to ourcoaches, Mr Goh and Mr Ismail, and teachers-in-charge - Mr Jeffrey Tan, Ms DaphneTeo, Mr Moghan Das and Ms Judith Ng for their unstinting support and guidance.To God be the glory, the best is truly yet to be!Tey Kai Ze Sherwin (Team Captain)4.17 SolomonBrendan Tay Jing Xun (Vice-Captain)4.14 MosesChua Yue Chern Ray (Vice-Captain)4.18 Jude 273

cricket Yet another eventful year of cricket has passed for ACS(Independent). All Teachers-in-charge Mr Mohamed Shariff divisions made it to the finals of their respective tournaments yet again. The ‘A’ Mr R Devendran Division Team, led by Captain Suhas Sahu (6.15 Judea) worked hard to do their very A’ Division Ms Ruvathy Arumugam best for the school. They performed exceedingly well by beating powerful rivals such Captain as Saint Andrews’ Junior college and Victoria Junior College convincingly. The team Vice-Captain Suhas Sahu (6.15 Judea) faced Raffles Institution in the finals and put up a brave fight to bring the silver medal B’ Division Anish Srinivasan (5.02 Exodus) back home. Captain Vice-Captain Somil Batavia (4.14 Moses) However the icing on the cake would be the victory of the ‘B’ Division Cricket C’ Division Shikar Verma (4.17 Solomon) Team. A steady performance throughout the tournament with the help of senior Captain players Captain Somil Batavia (4.14 Moses), Shikar Verma (4.17 Solomon) and Ishaan Paul Sawney (2.12 Naphtali) Anirudh Ganesh (4.11 Stephen) was indeed essential to secure a place in the finals. Vice-Captain Dipon Basu (2.05 Issachar) Excellent bowling from Yuvraj Singh (3.06 Hosea) and Nicholas Singham (3.17 Malachi) ensured a historic win for the school. The \"C\" Division team also worked hard and played well to bring home the silver. Congratulations to all of them! 2015 has indeed proved to be a blessed year for the ACS(Independent) Cricket CCA. None of this would have been possible without the help of our coach, Mr Sarika and the teachers- in -charge Mr Shariff, Mr Devendran, and Mdm Ruvathy. We thank all of them for their support and encouragement. To God be the glory, the best is yet to be! S Rajragavan 5.05 Deuteronomy274

cross country On 25 March, the ACS (Independent) Cross Country team participated in the56th National Inter-School Cross Country Championships 2015. After enduringmonths of arduous training, our runners gave it their all to achieve our best set ofresults ever! The “B” Division Boys emerged as Champions. The “A” Division Boys finished3rd while the “C” Division Boys and “A” Division Girls were placed 4th. Our strongresults were secured by several runners attaining individual awards. Notable mentionsinclude Isaac Tan Wei Long (4.15 Noah) who came in 2nd in the “B” Division, TeeChun Ying (6.18 Patmos) who came in 5th in the “A” Division Girls, Gideon PhongWei Sheng (4.18 Jude) who came in 8th in the “B” Division, Lim Song Yang, Samuel(2.08 Manasseh who came in 9th in the “C” Division, Gabriel Ng Yu Jie (1.03 Luke)who came in 10th in the “C” Division as well as Eu Tze Wei, Justin (6.10 Gethsamane)who also came in 10th in the “A” Division. The team would like to thank our coach Mr Lim Kien Mau for his guidance,our teachers-in-charge  Mr  John Ng,  Mdm  Xu  Zhi Wei,  Ms  Chen Liwen, teamadvisor,  Mr  Lawrence  Ang  and the Senior Administration  for their unwaveringsupport and encouragement. Above all, we would like to thank God, without whomnone of this would have been possible. To God be the Glory, the best is yet to be! Yap Sae-Hwa Daniel (Vice-Captain)4.12 Abel 275

floorball Floorball is a new and growing sport in our school. Choosing it as our CCA has nurtured us and made us what we are today, growing together with the sport. Training has developed us in many different aspects both physically and mentally. We remained undaunted by all the strong competitions we faced and trained hard. Whatever score we obttained in the competitions, we still felt victorious knowing that we have all improved in one way or another. We overcame many difficulties and challenges that showed our perseverance and the strong bonds we had built. Even in the face of defeat, we resolved to improve in our future games, correct our mistakes and strive to excel in all that we do. As seniors, we will impart our skills and values to our juniors. We know that they willalsoworkhardtobringglorytoourschool.Ourburning passionfor floorball will also fuel and push us harder. However, whether we win, lose or draw in a game, we will continue to train hard and do our best to achieve excellence in this sport. Daniel Lai En Xian (Captain, “B” Division) 3.03 Isaiah276

football The “A” Division put in great effort this season and did the school proud with competitions such as the Methodist Schools Cup, where we finished in 3rd place, andtheir performances. We would especially like to express our thanks and bid a sad the Tampines Rovers Invitational Cup. Of notable mention was our performance infarewell to those players who are graduating this year, particularly those from Year 6 the Singapore 9’s held at Jalan Besar stadium where we won and progressed to thewho have been committed to Football for 6 years. The “B” Division were also drawn quarter-final and into the last 4 without even conceding a single goal. Sadly, after ain a difficult opening group-stage, where the eventual group winners and runners-up 0-0 draw in which we dominated the play, we were beaten on penalties in the semi’s.would go on to meet in the zonal final. Despite the tough opposition, the team playedwell, scoring 10 goals in 5 games including a 5-2 victory over ACS (International). We would like to thank our teachers and coaches for their commitment andTheir efforts were particularly commendable given that the majority of the squad support as well as the old boys who came to help us train. We hope that as a teammembers were from Year 3, making them a young team compared to their opponents. we can learn from our experiences this year and make the most of our potential nextThe player of the Season Award went to Ryan Ho Haoran (3.15 Nahum) after several season. To God be the glory, the best is yet to besuperb Man of the Match performances as the rock of the defence. Koh Tun Lee The “C” Division team also faced tough opposition in their National Season 6.01 Antiochgroup and only narrowly missed out on qualification after finishing 3rd, following aclose defeat to the 2nd placed team. The team achieved a 12-0 victory over Henderson Ezra Lim Pin KeithSecondary, a 5-1 win over St Andrews and a 2-1 win over Kent Ridge with team striker 4.17 SolomonKeith Goh Qi Guang (2.08 Manasseh) scoring an impressive 5 goals and providinga number of assists. Lee Rui Yi 2.10 Dan Teams made up of both “C” and “B” Division players also competed in otherTeachers-in- Mr Adrian Low (Overall 277charge i/c and i/c “A” Division), Mr Lee James BelcherA’ Division (“B” Division), Mr IsmailCaptain Shifaz (“C” Divsion), MrVice-Captain Goh Tiong Gee, Coach JaiprakashB’ DivisionCaptain Koh Tun Lee (6.01Vice-Captain Antioch) Dinesh Kalaichlvan (6.10C’ Division Gethsemane), MuhammadCaptain Afif Bin Kamari (6.10Vice-Captain Gethsemane) Ezra Lim Pin (4.17 Solomon) Brandon Thio Zhi Kai (3.16 Habakkuk), Woo Zhongyi Dean Dedric (3.04 Ezekiel) Keith Lee Rui Yi (2.10 Dan) Lim Yi Ren Brennan (2.12 Naphtali)

ultimate frisbee Frisbee is a sport that can be played by both genders. It focuses on not only building up an individual’s skill and physical ability, but also on inculcating self- discipline. It also builds trong bonds between teammates 2015 was a thrilling year for the ACS(Independent) team. After having gone through intense trainings last year, the team doubled in size when the Year 5s came in this year. The remainder of the year was spent on intense training sessions and improving our skill sets in preparation for the final competition, The Inter-Junior College Ultimate Championships (IJCs). The two day competition was held on 6 and 7 June, where the ACS (Independent) team was split into two. Our “B” team was made up of Year 5 students, and as this was their first competition, allowed them to gain exposure and experience. The team utilized all that they had been taught and put up a good fight against their opponents which included teams who had played the game for twice as long as they had. Our “A” team comprised pre-dominantly Year 6 students who had been together since the beginning of 2014. The team played both hard defence and offence, utilizing 2 years’ worth of synergy and skills come in 5th out of 22 teams, a marked improvement from their 9th placing last year. While the competition pushed the entire team to our physical and mental limits, both teams relied drew support from each other. Braving the rain and going up against strong opponents, the ACS(Independent) Ultimate team showed no signs of fear and pressed on, even in the face of injury. Being a part of the Frisbee team has been a wonderful experience. Most of us came together as strangers with a passion for the sport but we evolved into a family that played and fought for each other and that is the greatest takeaway the team could have hoped for. We would like to thank the Senior Administration for their support as well as our teachers-in-charge for their support throughout the years. We would also like to thank our seniors for braving the elements to watch us play our matches and, last but not least, our coaches for their undying faith in all of us. Ngiam Xin Ling, Lisa 6.05 Corinth Teachers-in-charge Mrs Sharmila Manoj Saralkar and Ms Doreen Ang Captain Tobias Yap (6.01 Antioch) Vice-Captain Ngiam Xin Ling Lisa (6.05 Corinth) & Benjamin Lui ( 6.06 Damascus)278

golf 2015 has been a fruitful year for the ACS (Independent) Golf Team.Twelve golfers from the Golf Team competed in the National Inter-School GolfChampionships held from the 6 to 8 April 2015, with the aim of doing their best tobring honour and glory to the school. The “A” Division team consisting of Lim ZhenZong (6.05 Corinth) and Wong Qi Yang (6.13 Jerusalem) clinched 2nd runner upwhile the “C” Division team consisting of Choo Jun Inn Darren (2.01 Reuben) andGabriel Yap Qi Long (1.03 Luke) clinched 3rd runner up. On 15 October 2014, thirteen of our golfers in the recreational team participatedin the Chip & Putt Challenge at the Mandai Executive Golf Course. Wing Tai Li,Alexander (2.07 Ephraim) came in tops for chipping and 1st runner up for puttingwhereas Jonathan Eu Wen Wei (2.13 Abraham) came in tops for putting and 1strunner up for chipping. Samuel Chan Wing Dong (4.08 Apollos) and Leong Yi LokElliot (2.14 Isaac) emerged 2nd runner up for chipping and putting respectively. We are grateful to the Senior Administration for their unwavering support andguidance, our sports psychologist Mr Lim Han Ee for his guidance and our teachers-in –charge, Mr Lawrence Ang and Dr Archana for tirelessly running the golf programand their encouragement. To God be the glory, the best is yet to be!Lim Zhen Zong6.05 CorinthSamuel Chan Wing Dong5.03 LeviticusKhan Souparno4.08 Apollos 279

hockey The Hockey Team has had a great run of events in 2015. Like any other team sport, it requires trust and chemistry amongst each team member. We trained hard as a team and were determined to achieve some positive result. Hence, we were very pleased when, after a run of a few good matches, we managed to secure second placing in the National ‘B’ Division Bowl tournament. This was sweet accomplishment, especially for the Year 4 Express students who will be graduating this year. Some Year 3s and 4s have also been taking part in the 3rd and 4th tier domestic hockey league where we competed against veterans and even national team players. We formed teams that consisted of many Ex- ACS players and current ACS players, who exposed us to the rigour of high level hockey. We felt privileged playing alongside such experienced players and achieving good results in the league. The 2015 Hockey Team have not only honed the technical expertise in Hockey but forged valuable friendships that will last a long time. On behalf of the hockey team, I would like to thank Mr Iskandar, our coach, Ms Kavita Mirchandani, Ms Yu See Yee and Mr Idzham for their guidance and support throughout the year. To God be the glory, the best is yet to be. Shaiful Aslam 4.16 Enoch280

netball With much dedication and determination, the Netball team fought their way We would like to express our gratitude to the coach and teacher-in-charge, Msas underdogs to emerge as one of the top 8 teams in the nation. Through the many Susan Tan and Mrs Sandra Sim respectively, for believing in us and pushing us tochallenges and obstacles they faced and overcame, camaraderie was forged between discover our full potential. Special thanks are also due to the supporters for faithfullyteammates. Passion for the sport burns stronger among the individual members. cheering the team on. All glory to God for His sustenance, guidance, and favour. The Netballers will definitely continue to strive for greater achievements. Prior to the “A” Division Competitions, the Netballers actively participated infriendly matches and carnivals, such as the Singapore Cricket Club Netball Carnival, To God be the glory, the best is yet to be.which provides exposure to our members and increases their competitiveness. Lim Hui Hui, Olivia The season started off strong, with the team claiming victory over their first three 6.03 Bethlehemcompetitors, allowing them to progress into the quarter-finals. Despite being tight onplayers due to unfortunate injuries, the team soldiered on and played their hearts outtill the very end. 281

rugby Rugby is a sport where physicality, discipline and teamwork are three The Rugby Teams, Captains and Vice Captains. Year 2015fundamental demands of the game. In addition, the rugby teams are constantlyreminded about the importance of humility and good sportsmanship. These values A’ Division Isaiah Teh Jia Jin (6.16 Macedonia)are inculcated when every division works hard to achieve common goals through Captain Joseph Yek Yu Xiang (6.08 Galatia)training, investing blood, sweat and tears, and forging camaraderie, love and respect Vice-Captain Ho Teng Yang, Ethan (5.17 Philippians)for one another. Through trainings, the bonds among the team members grow Goh Kiat Jwei Joshua (5.08 Kings)stronger. The friendship and bonds fostered made training more enjoyable and it is Vice Captains for Year 5 Ou Wai Yan Darrell (5.14 Corinthians)fuel for every member’s passion for the sport. B’ Division Lee Keng Yong Joshua (4.17 Solomon) We look forward to more fruitful and exciting years ahead. Captain Lim Shern (4.16 Enoch) Vice-Captain Kitiarsa Tantham (4.16 Enoch)Division Achievement[s] in 2015 Remarks Ian Teh Jiazhi (3.04 Ezekiel)A Champion 19 May 15 Vice Captains for Year 3 Tan Ju Ern Isaac (3.14 Obadiah)B National Schools U-20 Rugby Championships 2015 23 Apr 15C Police Cup ‘A’ Division 27 Aug 15 C’ Division Lam Wei Xuan (2.08 Manasseh) Champion Captain Teng Ivan, Lucas (2.06 Zebulun) National Schools U-17 Rugby Championships 2015 Vice-Captain Ira Teh Jiale (2.03 Gad) Police Cup ‘B’ Division Aran James Willetts (2.05 Issachar) ??? Captain for Year 1 Elroy Irwan Jahja-loo (2.02 Simeon) National Schools U-14 Rugby Championships 2015 Leaders for Year 1 Lim Dao Yuan Matthew (1.11 Timothy) Goh Keng Swee Shield Tan Kien En, Noah (1.12 Titus) Lim Chang Wei, Felix (1.04 John) Our heartiest congratulations! Tan Yan Han, Edgar (1.05 Peter) The Rugby Teams would like to thank the following: Sean Ng Shi Wen (1.01 Matthew) • the Board of Governors and Senior Administration for their unwaveringsupport and prayers • our medical mentor, Dr J K Lim and our physiotherapists, Thila and Su, forwatching over our physical well-being in all matches • our coaches, Mr Adrian Chong and Mr Rhys Jones, for their coaching, adviceand support • teachers-in-charge, namely Mr Chia Choy Kian, Mr Zhang Zhihua, Mr NeoChai Wee and Mr Dave Tay Yong Lai, for their support and encouragement • our Seniors and the Old Boys who sacrificed much of their time to train us • Oldham Rugby Club for taking us under their wings • our families, friends and teachers for their patience, love and care and • God for His blessings and for being our pillar of strength and keeping us safe.To God be the Glory, the best is yet to be! Isaiah Teh Jia Jin282 6.16 Macedonia

sailing 2015 has proven to be an extremely fruitful year for the ACS (independent)Sailing Team as we managed to achieve two 1st Runners up and one 2nd Runners upin the National Inter-Schools Sailing Championships. Training has always been strenuous. Nevertheless, our sailors have displayedtremendous perseverance and determination both on and off the waters. With thechallenging championships in mind, many of our sailors trained during the weekendsand competed in other championships too. In preparation, we also held our firstSailing Camp during the March school holidays. The camp also helped us to bond. Throughout the four-day Championships, the hard work we had put in duringtrainings and competitions were evident in the admirable performances given andstellar results achieved. In the “C” Division Boys’ Category, we faced stiff competitionand emerged 3rd. James Koh (2.06 Zebulun), Darrell Lim (2.01 Reuben) as wellas Max Goh (2.11 Asher) came in 4th, 5th and 7th individually respectively. The“B” Division Boys’ Team encountered even stronger competition. Unfazed by thechallenge, we fought valiantly to finish 2nd, with Matthew Scott Lau (4.11 Stephen)and Saurabh Pal (4.17 Solomon) coming in 2nd and 10th individually. Last but notleast, our team in the “A” Division Boys’ Category came in 2nd, with Koh Yi Qian (6.13Jerusalem) coming in 4th individually. In addition, two of our sailors represented ourcountry in the SEA Games this year. Matthew Scott Lau achieved the Silver Medalfor Double-Handed Dinghy 420 while James Koh the Silver Medal in the OptimistTeam Racing Event. We give all our glory to God for watching over us and always pouring His richblessings over us. We would also like to thank our coach, Mr Tonny Tan for hishard work and dedication. Our heartfelt thanks also go to our teachers-in-charge,Mr Rasdeen, Mrs Clara Sim, Mr Loh Guan Liang and Mr Tan Keng Hsin for theirunwavering belief and trust in us as well as their invaluable support and guidance.Thank you all for putting your faith in the Sailing Team. We will continue to push ourlimits and strive for better results. To God be the glory, the best is yet to be.Yeo Keng Hoang, Winston (Captain)4.17 Solomon 283

shooting club The ACS (Independent) Shooting CCA had an eventful start in 2015, In addition, we are immensely proud that two of our shooters, Creighton participating in various competitions in April in preparation for the 19th Inter-School Yeo (4.17 Solomon) and Jarod Yoong (2.01 Reuben), have been accepted into Shooting Championships, where our shooters faced intense competition from other Singapore’s National Youth Team this year. These accomplishments are the product schools. The results for the competitions were: of all our shooters’ hard work, but would not be possible without the support and encouragement of our teachers-in-charge and coaches. They are Mrs Ho-Toh 19th National Inter-School Shooting Championships: Ling Lee, Mrs Yew-Tan Huili and Ms Mazlind Bte Ali, Coach Fan and Coach Gai respectively. Our team would like to express our gratitude for their guidance and Division Shooters Achievements Remarks support throughout the season. James ‘B’ Rifle James Tan (4.05 David) Team 2nd emerged Indeed, to God be the glory, the best is yet to be. Aaron Leong (4.17 Solomon) Individual Euan Chng (4.02 Jacob) 1st Aaron Leong Gregg Chan (3.04 Hezekiah) Keith 4.17 Solomon emerged ‘A’ Rifle Keith Chan (6.06 Damascus) Team 3rd Individual Pardeep Singh Sean Rajakumar (5.05 3rd 4.14 Moses Deuteronomy) Andrew Mark Lim (6.09 Galilee) Nanyang Technological University (NTU) Invitational Shoot (March): Division Shooters Achievements Remarks ‘C’ Rifle Jarod Yoong (2.01 Reuben) Team 2nd Irwin Irwin Lee (2.09 Manasseh) emerged Kennan Yeo (2.12 Naphtali) Individual 1st ‘A’ Rifle Sean Rajakumar (5.05 Individual 1st Deuteronomy) Individual 2nd Andrew Mark Lim (6.09 Galilee) ‘Open’ James Tan Weizhi (4.05 David) Individual 1st Rifle ‘C’ Pistol Tony Li (2.03 Gad) Individual 2nd ‘B’ Pistol Titus Chng (4.05 David) Team 1st Creighton Pardeep Singh (4.14 Moses) emerged Creighton Yeo (4.15 Noah) Individual 1st284

softball 2015 was a fruitful one for all three divisions as we garnered one silver medal, Mrs Yoon Lay Beng, Mdm Angela Ong, Ms Lydia Ho and Mr Brian Chirnside, andone bronze medal and one top four finish in the National Schools Championship. the dedicated parent supporters who were so encouraging all season.The “B” Division team won all their matches in the first two rounds of competitionand entered the semi-finals confident that we could give Catholic High a good fight. To God be the glory, the best is yet to be.In an exciting match they eventually lost 5-6 to a very worthy opponent. The teamfought back to secure a bronze medal after defeating Damai Secondary School in our Jerel Tanfinal match of the season. 6.06 Damascus The “A” Division team played well all season losing just two matches against Kyosei SagoHwa Chong and Raffles on the path to the finals. Unfortunately when we met Raffles 4.16 Enochagain in the finals it was not our day and we clinched the silver medal. Calvin Chirnside The teams would like to thank God for sustaining us by His abundant grace. We 2.9 Benjaminare also grateful to our wonderful coach Mr Jerry Ng, our caring teachers-in-charge 285

squash The ACS (Independent) Squash teams competed successfully in all four Teachers-in-charge Ms Mavis Hoon divisions at the Nationals Schools Squash Championships 2015. Mr Eugene Lai Coaches Mr Peter Davies The”C” Division Boys put up a spectacular performance in the nail-biting match Mr Jerel Chen against Raffles Institution in the finals. Unfortunately, the odds were against them and A’ Division Boys Mr Victor Koh they lost 2-3, clinching the silver medal. The “B” Division Boys played against Fairfield Captain Mr Benson Seow Methodist in the Semi-finals where they put up a great performance. They came in Vice-Captain first runners-up after Raffles Institution. Nishan Ravi Nekoo (6.02Bethesda) A’ Division Girls Glenn Koh (6.12 Jericho) Our “A” Division Boys worked hard and played their best throughout the Captain Ian Thong (6.11 Iconium) tournament. They were pitted against three other evenly matched schools teams ; Vice-Captain Raffles Institution, National Junior College and Hwa Chong Institution and finished B’ Division Shianne Goh (6.05 Corinth) fourth position. The “A” Division Girls Team made history for the second time since Captain Stephanie Quek (6.08 Galatia) 2010 as they came in fourth position. Vice-Captain Randall Yeo (4.17 Solomon) 2015 has been a splendid year for the squash team where all our divisions played C’ Division Joshua Chew (4.11 Stephen) their best and showed their fighting spirit to bring glory to ACS(Independent). Captain Keagan Wong (3.04 Ezekiel) Vice-Captain We would like to thank our coaches, Mr Victor Koh and Mr Benson Seow for Ernest Chua (2.10 Dan) guiding us through our rigorous trainings. We would also like to thank the alumni Matthew Wong (2.11 Asher) who came down to train with us and supported us during our matches. Last but not least, our teachers, Ms Mavis Hoon, Mr Peter Davis, Mr Eugene Lai and Mr Jerel Chen for continuously coming down despite their busy schedule to cheer and support us throughout the tournament. We look forward to training hard and strive to bring glory to the school in the upcoming years. To God be the glory, the best is yet to be! Randall Yeo Sheng Kai (Captain, “B” Division) 4.17 Solomon286

swimming 2015 has been a ground breaking year for the ACS (Independent) Swimming Chronicles), Dylan Koo (4.13 Cornelius), Brilliant Chua (4.17 Solomon), FrancisTeam. Our swimmers have done the school proud in the national schools swimming Fong (3.15 Nahum) and Darren Chua (3.09 Zephaniah) did Singapore proud inscene and also made waves in the international swimming circuit. the 5th FINA World Junior Championships staged on home soil. Swimmers from our team have also participated in competitions such as the Southeast Asian Games, Our Swimming Team participated in the 56th National Schools Swimming ASEAN School Games and Singapore National Swimming Championships thisChampionships 2015. Although we went in as strong title contenders, we refused to year.rest on our laurels, but trained hard and successfully defended the Boys “A”, “B” and“C” Division Championship titles to clinch a historic second grand slam in a row. The Swimming Team would like to dedicate their successes to the many peopleWe emerged victorious in each division by a large margin over worthy opponents that have supported us through the years. These include the Senior Administration,such as Raffles Institution, Singapore Sports School, and Temasek Junior College. our swimming teachers-in charge Mrs Goh Hwee Hwee and Mdm Lim Wan Hoon,Furthermore, our “A” Division girls overcame a relatively small team size of 4, to come our parents and who have nurtured us and supported us. We also want to thank allin 5th in the Girls “A” Division category. This marks the first time in over 4 years that our teachers who helped us to balance sports and academics and our friends forthe school has fielded a Girls team. Several highlights of the competition included encouraging us. Last but not least, we want to thank God for His blessings, grace andclean sweeps in the 4x50m Freestyle and Medley relays for all 3 Boys Divisions, and protection over all of us all these years.many record breaking feats by both our individual swimmers and relay teams. We hope to continue growing from year to year in strength, quality and In addition, many members of our Swimming Team competed in various determination. To God be the glory, the best is yet to be!international competitions this year. For example, Rachel Tseng (5.02 Exodus)represented Singapore in the 16th FINA World Championships held in Kazan, Ong Jit Eng KevinRussia, while Rachel, Teong Tzen Wei (6.16 Macedonia), Kevin Ong (5.09 5.09 Chronicles 287

tennis The tennis team achieved the historic grand slam in 2015, bringing home the gold medal across all three ‘A’ , ‘B’ and ‘C’ Divisions. This feat has never been accomplished since the institution of the inter-school national championships . Despite being put at the forefront on multiple occasions, our players stepped up to the platter and delivered on the court when it mattered. Our tennis team works firmly amongst the ideals of hardwork and perseverance, remaining professional and humble while we were favorites, and never giving up in the face of adversity. Tennis, is an individual sport, but in individuality, there is teamwork, and the tennis team fully embodies everything team spirit stands for. Despite the uncertainty of the future, we would always feel comforted to know that our teammates had our backs through the highs and the lows. There was no personal gain and the hours and hours spent on the courts, every sweat, every breath, was all for the solitary cause of fighting for each other and fighting for our school. It is through these values that have molded our tennis players to grow from boys to men of character. Above all, the friendships made and hard battles fought are relationships and memories that we will hold dear to. Will Angkawidjaja 5.05 Deuteronomy288

track & field The 56th National Inter School Track & Field Championships 2015 marked the A’ Division Boys/Girls Mitchell Teh (6.11 Iconium)end of a good season for the ACS (Independent) track and field team. After training Captain Ho Yan Jin (6.12 Jericho)intensively for this competition, the “A” and “B” Boys achieved 4th place overall while Arthur Tan (6.18 Patmos)the “C” Boys and “A” Girls came in a respectable 6th place. The team garnered a total Vice-Captain Tan Si Wen (6.10 Gethsemane)of 3 gold, 2 silver and 5 bronze medals and multiple top 8 finishes in individual eventson top of a silver and bronze medal in relay events. Special mention goes to Joshua B’ Division Joshua Lim (3.15 Nahum)Lim (3.15 Nahum) who competed in the 400m event at WALA, an international Captain Hubert Lee ( 4.04 Ezra)track meet and came back with a Silver medal. We faced our fair share of difficulties Vice-Captainbut with the support of our ever patient coaches, Coach Tang, Coach Alfred and C’ Division Joshua Koh (2.14 Isaac)Coach Chen Jin Long we overcame the obstacles to produce commendable results. Captain Dylan Lee Tan (2.02 Simeon) Vice-Captain The team would also like to thank our teachers- in-charge, Mr Wong Ting Ee,Ms Virginia Basterrechea, Ms Chen Xue Huan and Ms Nalini d/o Moorthi for theirsupport and guidance. To God be the glory, the best is yet to be!Arthur Tan6.18 Patmos 289

waterpolo The year 2015 has been an extremely exciting and memorable year for the Water Polo boys of ACS (Independent). The ‘A’ Division Water Polo team led by Captain Ryan Phua 6.05 Corinth, trained hard and earned a respectable Fourth position despite the fact that most of the players had joined that very year. The ‘B’ Division Water Polo team could not overcome the challenge posed by the other schools and despite their training and efforts, attained a fifth place in the Nationals. The ‘C’ Division Water Polo teams captained by Hong Yan Jie 2.01 Reuben were undefeated in the preliminary rounds of this year and showed the ACS spirit of perseverance and determination by retaining the gold medal when they beat Raffles Institution in a well contested game with a score of 8-5. Hugo Tan Wei Jin (‘C’ Division) 2.14 Isaac290

anglo-chinese school(independent) symphonic band The calendar of a musician in the Anglo-Chinese School (Independent) Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy, certainly floored our audience! To commemorateSymphonic Band is one marked by many enriching, memorable performances – Singapore’s 50 Years of Independence, our talented student conductor and composer2015 was no exception. Tan Yan Zhang arranged this year’s NDP Theme Song “Our Singapore” specially for our concert! It was truly a wonderful and memorable concert for all. This April, the Band participated in the biennial Singapore Youth Festival ArtsPresentation 2015 for Concert Band. Hours of intensive practices were driven into The Symphonic Band has always been a by-word for musical excellence andhoning and perfecting the individual musicians’ instrumental technicalities and the quality – and this would not have been possible without the esteemed support andband’s togetherness and musicality as a whole, amounting to a truly memorable and guidance of the Senior Administration, especially Mr Patrick Soo, our dedicatedmeaningful performance at the Singapore Conference Hall. Both the Symphonic teachers in-charge: Ms Cheng Siau Yian, Mr Liu Guoyi, Mr Lee Chee Wei, Ms JanetBand and the IB Wind Ensemble clinched the Distinction Award in the Secondary Tay, Mrs Annie Tan, Mr Phillip Evans, Ms Sarah Huang, and Mrs Arlene Chan, ourcategory and the Junior College/ Centralised Institutions category respectively. supportive instrument tutors, and our extremely talented conductors, Mr Francis Tan and Mr Teoh Ying Da. Last but most importantly, glory goes to God for his The highlight of the year was definitely our Festival of Arts Concert in July. unrelenting grace and love that never fails to shower upon us.Under the expert direction of our conductors Mr Francis Tan, Mr Teoh Ying Da andstudent conductor Tan Yan Zhang, the ACS Bands gave a stellar performance at our Low Chang Han (Main Band Logistics Head)annual Festival of Arts to commemorate both our band’s 50th Anniversary and our 4.08 ApollosNation’s Golden Jubilee. A panoply of pieces ranging from pop pieces like PharrellWilliams’ Happy, to movie soundtracks from Disney’s Beauty and the Beast and 291

BOys' brigade Primers Program Seniors Program The Primers Program is a two-year program where Primers have enjoyable 2015 has been a great year for the Boys’ Brigade in Singapore. We celebrated outings, adventurous activities and also share solemn moments of prayer and our 85th Anniversary with a grand ceremony at the Singapore Expo. Many Boys worship as we serve as leaders in the Company. from our Year 3 and 4 cohorts participated in the event. It was truly a memorable experience for all Boys and Officers. The Primers Leadership Camp was organized in March by the graduating batch of 2014 to prepare our cohort mentally and spiritually to lead the company For instilling the core values of Obedience, Reverence, Discipline, Self- in the months to come. Later in June, we organized the Leadership Development Respect and all others that promote true Christian manliness, the BB 12th Camp for our Year 2 juniors, which served to inculcate discipline and cultivate I Singapore Company has been awarded the J M Fraser Award for Excellence leadership skills. We took part in several BBHQ-run events like BB Cares and for the 14th consecutive year and received the Best Company Award due to the BB Share-a-Gift. Those seeking adventure signed up for the Primers Challenge, combined efforts of the Boys, Primers and Officers.  Furthermore, 17 Boys have comprising of various outdoor activities, including white water rafting and been awarded the Founders’ Men Award, the most prestigious award attainable caving. The camp was tough but there was great satisfaction in overcoming all in the Seniors Program.  difficulties. The 12th (I) Bagpipe Band brought glory to the School and the Company We are proud of Primers Matthew Goh (6.03 Bethlehem), Aaron Goh (6.13 by clinching 1st placing in the Grade Four Band Category.  Four Boys: Sgt Jerusalem) and Sia Chin Leong (6.14 Joppa) for being awarded the President’s Ryan Chong (3.17 Malachi), WO Andrew Cheah (4.14 Moses). SGT Matthias Men at the Istana. Liew (3.11 Elisha) and SGT Denzyl Peh (3.16 Habakkuk), took part in the “Singapore and Southeast Asian” Pipe band championship in 2015.  SGT Ryan As the graduating cohort, we have faced obstacles in leading in different Chong obtained 2nd place in the Novice Piping category.  SGT Matthias Liew activities, but resolving challenges together has only bonded us together and let participated with the Merlion Pipes and Drums band. each of us grow as leaders, sure and steadfast. We are very grateful to God for His faithfulness and our Officers and Primer Wee Yeong Xin Mr Jonas Chow Teachers for their steadfast dedication and nurturing. May He continue to bless 6.08 Galatia Rev Dr Chiu Ming Li our Company for many years to come. Mr Tye Yew Meng Acting Captain Rev Aaron Tay, Rev Loretta Lim SSG/4 Joel Mui Group Chaplain Mr Gareth Tan (Y1-Y3), 4.18 Jude Group Chairman Mr Chue Zheng Yang (Y4-Y6) Assistant Chaplains Program Coordinators292

National cadet corps (AIR) The ACS (Independent) NCC Air Unit had, once again, clinched the ‘Gold’Award. We were also awarded the Best Air Unit in Singapore Award through theunited effort and hard work of both the teacher officers and cadets. The titleof ‘Best Air Unit’ is an acknowledgement of the passion and dedication of ourcadets towards the unit and the school. Our cadets represented the school with pride and honour at various coursesand competitions organized by HQ NCC, having been imbued with a sense ofloyalty to the country, uprightness, commitment, responsibility, an adventurousspirit, care for fellow cadets and also the school’s S.H.I.E.L.D values. The activitiesincluded freestyle drill competition, aero-modelling competitions, mini-leaguesports competition, overseas expeditions to Mount Ophir, immersion andenrichment trips overseas in Pearce Airbase, Australia, etc. The ACS (Independent) NCC Air Unit will continue to strive for the bestin the years ahead. To God be the glory, the best is yet to be.Goh Yu Xuan4.16 Enoch 293

National cadet corps (Land) The ACS (Independent) National Cadet Corps (Land) unit has had yet Minister for Manpower. Cadets also participated in competitions (Mini-League another year of success and accomplishment by staying true to the NCC core Challenge, Freestyle Drill Competition, Precision Drill Squad Competition, values of Loyalty to Country, Uprightness, Leadership, Discipline, Commitment Orienteering Competition and Shooting Competition) to give them the and Responsibility, Care for fellow cadets, Adventurous Spirit and Safety. opportunity to push themselves physically and mentally and for character building. After achieving the C.M. Phillips Award from HQ NCC in 2014, the unit started 2015 with MSG Colin Siow Teng Wei (4.18 Jude) being awarded the As the unit grows from strength to strength, we continue to strive for greater NCC Outstanding Cadet Award. The NCC (Land) unit also achieved the Gold heights and excel in every aspect. To God be the glory, the best is yet to be. Award for the HQ NCC Best Unit Competition for 2014 and third in the NCC West District units. 2SG Joshua Chia Teck Yeung 4.10 Samuel For Founder’s Day Parade 2015, the unit formed the Guard of Honour contingent in No. 1 uniform for the Guest-of-Honour, Mr Tan Chuan-Jin,294

National cadet corps (SEA) It has been a fulfilling and memorable year for the National Cadet Corps Officer Bearers CSM (Ops) MSG Lim Zheng Quan Joel (4.08 Apollos)(Sea) unit. We were joined by 37 new Junior Cadets who were engaged in fresh CSM (Admin) MSG Tay Kay Chuan Samuel (4.06 Gideon)and exciting courses like the Basic Sailing Course and 1 star Kayaking Course. Cadet Officers Part A PS SSG Mah Yuan Jie Alvin (4.13 Cornelius)The unit also participated in the annual Precision Drill Squad competition, Part B PS SSG Woo Jun Hao Bryan (4.13 Cornelius)emerging as one of the finalists of this grueling competition. Teacher Part C PS SSG Joseph Thian Zhang Yeung (4.12 Abel) Officers C/Offr Teo Jun Quan (5.07 Ruth) The high point of the year was during the annual Founder's Day Parade, C/Offr Zachary Lim En Wei (5.17 Philippians)where the unit had the opportunity to don the No.1 ceremonial uniforms C/Offr Muhamad Aqil B Mohamed Fitri (5.07 Ruth)complete with our very own SAR-21 rifles and showcase the high standards of C/LTA Koh Tun Lee (6.01 Antioch)drill and discipline of the unit. C/LTA Lee Yong Quan Andre Gerard (6.04 Cana) Mr Koh Tee Hock (Commanding Officer) The Senior Cadet Leaders also organized an exciting mid-year camp for Dr Loo Ng Kiatthe unit, giving all cadets a chance to bond with each other and relax after the Mr A M Venthanmid-year examinations. Cadets took part in a variety of fun activities, such as Mr Eugene Lim Hwang PiewAmazing Races and Night games. Mr Loy Xing Jian Apart from the achievements of the unit, individual cadets also performedexceedingly well at the National HQ level, with our Company Sergeant Major(Operations) receiving the prestigious Outstanding Cadet Award, an award thatis only given to the top 4 cadets in each district. We thank God for His blessingsthis year!C/Offr Zachary Lim En Wei5.17 Philippians 295

national civil defence cadet corps As we celebrate our tenth anniversary, it is appropriate to look back and take ways to engage cadets and give them more for their efforts beyond the standard stock of how far we have come since our inception. The ACS (Independent) syllabus. In 2014, the Company’s Corps of Drums made its debut during ACS NCDCC Company has always been punching above its weight. Raised in (Independent)’s NCDCC Day Parade, making a small step towards giving 2005, the Company has long moved from being the runt of the litter; with cadets more opportunities for personal development. It is hoped that similar consistent UOPA Gold Awards and competition victories, it has grown to initiatives to impact character and make a real difference will emerge to provide be a respected outfit with dedicated officers and training staff. In 2010, the our cadets with the confidence to meet future challenges. They will be, through Company’s Ceremonial Platoon was raised to provide a body of cadets for the fire, unconquered. annual Precision Drill Competition. Its successes over the following years are testament to the hard work and tenacity of its cadets and officers. In 2011, the Mr Loo Zhi En (Mentor of ACS (Independent) Unit) Company Cap Star was introduced, along with the Latin mottos Per Incendia/ 2010-2014 Invicta (Through Fire/Unconquered) as a move towards a stronger corporate identity. The Company is always looking towards the development of new296

national police cadet corps 2015 has been another great year for the NPCC Unit where we won the attending NPCC courses, camps and visits to police establishments, our cadetsGold Award for the NPCC Unit Overall Proficiency Award Competition for 8th also participated in the Kayakking, Windsurfing, Paintball and Dragonboatconsecutive year. Our cadets participated in various parades including the NPCC courses to obtain related proficiency badges. Cadets also completed Values-Annual Parade where seven cadets formed the Guard-Of-Honour contingent in-Action programmes where they collected old newspaper from residents inat Home Team Academy. Our Unit commemorated NPCC Observance Day Dover estate for recycling and packed canned food to be distributed to the needyin school with Assistant Commissioner Alvin Moh, Commander of the Bedok students organized by the Food for Heart Organisation.Police Division as the Guest-of-Honour. He praised the cadets for their splendidmarching and awarded the Best Unit Cadet Award and the prestigious Singapore 2015 has indeed been an impressive year for the Unit, especially with thePolice Force – NPCC Award to Station Inspector Erik Nam Chng Hou (4.18 consistent efforts of the cadets, Cadet Inspectors and Teacher-Officers MsJude). Our cadets also marched smartly in the Founders’ Day Parade in the Salinah Latiff, Mr Peh Sik Kai, Ms Martinah Talib, Mr Chua Kock Yong and Mrschool. Sergeant Alexander James Loy (3.10 Nehemiah) marched in the NPCC Muhammad Farid. Our cadets will continue to strive for success for the best iscontingent in the nations’ National Day Parade in Padang. Corporal Josiah Goh yet to be.Rui Zhe (2.07 Ephraim) represented the school in the NPCC Educational Visitto Brunei organized by NPCC Headquarters in June where he visited police SI (NPCC) Erik Nam Chng Houestablishments and schools. 4.18 Jude Our cadets also achieved top ten position in the final of the NPCC Inter-Unit Revolver Shoot Competition organized by NPCC Headquarters. Besides 297

st john brigade At the Zonal First Aid Competition held @ Choa Chu Kang Secondary the same day, the school also received Gold for the Corps Achievement Award School on 21 March, both the Ambulance Adult Team (Year 4) and the for the work done in 2014. Ambulance Cadet Team (Year 3) emerged Champions. The other Ambulance Cadet Team (Year 2) clinched First Runner-Up Position. The Champion teams At the St John Day Celebration on 3 July, this event was graced by Dr Ng represented the Zone in the National First Aid Competition to be held on 12 Liang Wei, an alumni. July at Ngee Ann Polytechnic. Mr Kenneth Seah We also saw a harvest of 18 Year 4 cadets receiving the Chief Commissioner Badge and the award ceremony was held at St John Headquarters on 4 July. On298 Teachers-in-Charge Rank & Name Commanding Officer Mr. Kenneth Seah (G3) Year 1 Ms. Lydia Yap Year 2 Ms. Jess Wong (G5) Year 3 Mr. Wong Tze Yung (G5) Year 3 & 4 Scholars Mr. Dennis Sim (G4) Year 4 Mrs. Usha (G5) Year 5 & Year 6 Mr. Kenneth Seah (G3) Committee Members Rank & Name Corp Sergeant Major (CSM) Senior Staff Sergeant Ryan Tay Yong Kiat (4.11 Stephen) Assistant Sergeant Major (ASM/Admin) Senior Staff Sergeant Ching Sheng Yong Ethan (4.16 Enoch) Assistant Sergeant Major (ASM/Operations) Senior Staff Sergeant Joshua Toh Kar Hwee (4.07 Job) Assistant Sergeant Major (ASM/Operations) Senior Staff Sergeant Joshua Choo Song Yang (4.10 Samuel) Cadet Proficiency Badges Scheme NCO (Head) Senior Staff Sergeant Isaac Soh (4.01 Joshua) Cadet Proficiency Badges Scheme NCO (Assistant) Senior Staff Sergeant Wei Zihao (4.17 Solomon) Cadet Proficiency Badges Scheme NCO (Assistant) Staff Sergeant Mah Yi Kiat (4.14 Moses) Public Duty NCO (Head) Senior Staff Sergeant Zhang Zi Jing Leon (4.10 Samuel) Public Duty NCO (Assistant) Senior Staff Sergeant Loo Wee Sing (4.05 David) Public Duty NCO (Assistant) Senior Staff Sergeant Ezra Lim Pin (4.17 Solomon) Public Duty NCO (Assistant) Staff Sergeant Lee Siang Yong Jerome (4.10 Samuel) Public Duty NCO (Assistant) Staff Sergeant Samuel Lau Yi Ren (4.15 Noah) Quartermaster/Uniforms & Accessories NCO (Head) Staff Sergeant James Chin Hsin Onn (4.12 Abel) Quartermaster/Uniforms & Accessories NCO (Assistant) Staff Sergeant Jonathan Sim Wei Keat (4.03 Caleb) Quartermaster/Uniforms & Accessories NCO (Assistant) / Welfare NCO Staff Sergeant Lai Tzu Zheng (4.13 Cornelius) Quartermaster/First Aid Supplies NCO (Head) Quartermaster/First Aid Supplies NCO (Assistant) Staff Sergeant Victor Zhao Yu Wei (4.02 Jacob) Discipline NCO (Head) Senior Staff Sergeant Leeroy Liu (4.02 Jacob) Discipline NCO (Assistant) Staff Sergeant Leow Tian Ahn (4.16 Enoch) Administrative NCO (Head) Staff Sergeant Reagan Mah Jia Cheng (4.18 Jude) Administrative NCO (Assistant) Senior Staff Sergeant Heng Tze Yang Jonathan (4.12 Abel) Media Resource NCO Staff Sergeant Ong Kay Hsiang (4.10 Samuel) Media Resource NCO Staff Sergeant Lau Whye Kit Ethan (4.07 Job) Staff Sergeant Marcus Koh Ek Hao (4.03 Caleb) Level IC Year 1 Isaac Soh, Leeroy Liu, Loo Wee Sing, Leow Tian Ahn, Wei Zihao, James Chin Hsin Onn Level IC Year 2 Victor Zhao Yu Wei, Jonathan Sim Wei Keat, Ong Kay Hsiang, Ezra Lim Pin, Reagan Mah Jia Cheng Level IC Year 3 Main & Y3 Scholars Heng Tze Yang Jonathan, Lai Tzu Zheng, Zhang Zi Jing Leon, Lee Siang Yong Jerome, Samuel Lau Yi Ren Level IC Year 4 scholars Sergeant Immanuel Hendra (4.06 Gideon)

SCOUTS & VENTURE SCOUTS The 11th ACS (Independent) Scout Troop has continued to grow fromstrength to strength in this past year, inspired by the spirit of Scouting in eachand every Scout and Venture. The troop has excelled at many levels and we aretruly blessed to have had such a good year. The  Scouts and Ventures were ableto bond better despite the different levels and lasting friendships were forgedamong many. Last year, the troop sent 3 teams of Scouts to participate in the inauguralNational Exploration Challenge organized by the Singapore Scout Association.The teams attained 4 Silver and 2 Gold Awards. Being a global movement,the troop also gives opportunities for Scouts to experience Scouting outsidethe context of a school. This year, 29 Scouts and Ventures will represent theschool and Singapore at the 23rd World Scout Jamboree held in Yamaguchi,Japan. Additionally, 16 Scouts will also be representing the school in the SG50International Jamboree held at the Sarimbun Scout camp this November. Withthe combined effort and active participation of the Scouts and Ventures, thetroop was awarded the Frank Cooper Sands Award (Gold) for both units. It wasindeed an achievement and honour for the school and the Venture unit that theyoungest candidates ever, in the Venture, passed the ASPIRE test, a requirementfor all President’s Scout Award candidates. It has been a wonderful year for the troop and we will always “Be Prepared”,ready to take on new challenges. To God be all glory, the best is yet to be!Ong Yi Jeah, Daniel4.10 Samuel 299

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