Chung Cheng High School
Tanjong Katong Secondary School
Tanjong Katong Girls' School
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Part 2 Interview
Today, we interview Mr Tan, an almuni, who has lived in Katong for 50 years. We would like to ask him about his life in the Katong district.
Us: Hi Sir! Have you lived in Katong for a long time?
Tan: Yes and what do you want to know about Katong.
Us: We are doing a research on schools in Katong, would you assist us?
Tan: Sure, in my younger days, I studied in Junyuan Primary before graduating to Tanjong Katong Secondary.
Us: How was life in your Primary School.
Tan: I used to walk to school everyday. My Primary School was a Chinese School and the teachers were srict. Our school rules were in Chinese ans everytime we broke them, we would either get slapped or for girls, their ponytails will be pulled. Our parents cannot complain even if we get punished in a physical manner by the teacher, unlike you lucky children today.
Us: Any other information?
Tan: Our school was a government school and it wasn't rich. There were not many facilities and the classrooms were small and worn out. We would study in the norning until four in the afternoon, if I remember.
Us: How was the education system like in Junyuan?
Tan: Our education system back then is not as advanced as the education system now. We were still learning ABC and 123 in Primary One and Two. We only started Science in Primary Five. There was no streaming and the major exam was only in Primry Six. There were minor exams every six months during our Primary School life.
Us: What about your Secondary School?
Tan: The school was better furnished and the facilities were also better. The school compound was also bigger. I usually studied until six due to other activities in school.
Us: How was it like in the school?
Tan: The teachers were also strict but this was more of an English School and all our rules, mission, vision were in English. English was our first language.
Us: How was the education system here?
Tan: There were more exams and more subjects offered. There was also an O Level but the subjects offered were not as plentiful as the time now. Our school is one of the top schools back then, therefore the education system was better than ordinary schools back then. I dropped out of school after Secondary four to earn a living. My family had financial problems in sending me for further education.
Us: Could you tell us the main differences between your Primary and Secondary School?
Tan: Sure, the education system was better in the secondary school and the facilities were better. Also, the government's main priority was on Secondary Schools. You could skip Primary education, as it was quite simple. But to attain a good position in the society back then, you must complete Secondary education.
Us: Last question, what are the differences in schooling now and back in your days?
Tan: The schools now are better furnished, bigger, and have more facilities. It is much better than schools last time. The government spend billions to improve education systems now and you are very fortunate. But now, since the education is much better, graduates are much more common and competition in Singapore for jobs will be more competitive. Also, the education system now is much more complicated and complete, due to the subjects offered and the education trips you have. These things did not occur back in my days. Also, teachers cannot lay a hand on you now, hence you all are very lucky. Back then , we would be beaten for the slightest mistakes.
Us: Thank You Sir!
Tan: Bye! You are welcome.
Us: Hi Sir! Have you lived in Katong for a long time?
Tan: Yes and what do you want to know about Katong.
Us: We are doing a research on schools in Katong, would you assist us?
Tan: Sure, in my younger days, I studied in Junyuan Primary before graduating to Tanjong Katong Secondary.
Us: How was life in your Primary School.
Tan: I used to walk to school everyday. My Primary School was a Chinese School and the teachers were srict. Our school rules were in Chinese ans everytime we broke them, we would either get slapped or for girls, their ponytails will be pulled. Our parents cannot complain even if we get punished in a physical manner by the teacher, unlike you lucky children today.
Us: Any other information?
Tan: Our school was a government school and it wasn't rich. There were not many facilities and the classrooms were small and worn out. We would study in the norning until four in the afternoon, if I remember.
Us: How was the education system like in Junyuan?
Tan: Our education system back then is not as advanced as the education system now. We were still learning ABC and 123 in Primary One and Two. We only started Science in Primary Five. There was no streaming and the major exam was only in Primry Six. There were minor exams every six months during our Primary School life.
Us: What about your Secondary School?
Tan: The school was better furnished and the facilities were also better. The school compound was also bigger. I usually studied until six due to other activities in school.
Us: How was it like in the school?
Tan: The teachers were also strict but this was more of an English School and all our rules, mission, vision were in English. English was our first language.
Us: How was the education system here?
Tan: There were more exams and more subjects offered. There was also an O Level but the subjects offered were not as plentiful as the time now. Our school is one of the top schools back then, therefore the education system was better than ordinary schools back then. I dropped out of school after Secondary four to earn a living. My family had financial problems in sending me for further education.
Us: Could you tell us the main differences between your Primary and Secondary School?
Tan: Sure, the education system was better in the secondary school and the facilities were better. Also, the government's main priority was on Secondary Schools. You could skip Primary education, as it was quite simple. But to attain a good position in the society back then, you must complete Secondary education.
Us: Last question, what are the differences in schooling now and back in your days?
Tan: The schools now are better furnished, bigger, and have more facilities. It is much better than schools last time. The government spend billions to improve education systems now and you are very fortunate. But now, since the education is much better, graduates are much more common and competition in Singapore for jobs will be more competitive. Also, the education system now is much more complicated and complete, due to the subjects offered and the education trips you have. These things did not occur back in my days. Also, teachers cannot lay a hand on you now, hence you all are very lucky. Back then , we would be beaten for the slightest mistakes.
Us: Thank You Sir!
Tan: Bye! You are welcome.
Thursday, April 17, 2008
Tanjong Katong Secondary School
History of TKSS
•1969
The school became co-educational, the new extensions were completed and Technical Pre-University classes were introduced.
•1970
conducted classes from Technical Three to Pre-University Two.
•1979
The teaching staff increased to 130 and the student population rose to almost 5000 of which 3000 were visiting students. The first batch of the 3-Year Pre-University Course pupils sat for the 'A' Level examination in 1981.
•1993
The word "Technical" was deleted from the school's name following a change in education policy.
•1995
The school started to function as a single session school.
•1997
GCE '0" level results were the best in eight years. TK's mean subject grade per student improved to 2.82. The achievement served as a benchmark for the whole school community.
•1998
TK moved to its new building at 130 Haig Road.
•2000
Mayor Eugene Yap officially opened the new school building on April 22. The theme of the official opening was “I Believe I Can Fly”.The school began to offer Higher Malay and Higher Chinese in its main curriculum to its Secondary One Students.
•2001
The school made a leap when it became one of the top 20 schools for value-addedness for the GCE 'O' level Examination 2000.
•2002
The school maintained its position as top 20 schools for value-addedness for GCE 'O' level examination 2001.
•2003
Received CHERISH Award (Bronze) (1st time).
•Mission
To nurture our students to their fullest potential, developing in them sound values and leadership skills, in an environment that encourages creativity and dynamism.
•Vision
Excellence Abounds, Aspirations Nurtured - To be a leader in providing value-adding, all-round and global-oriented education.
•Values
We believe in our Ability to Succeed.
We embrace Ingenuity in the pursuit of creativity and innovation.
We value Integrity as it guides our every action.
We inculcate Loyalty to our school and nation.
We cherish Charity as it is a noble act to serve the community.
Tanjong Katong Girls School
Tanjong Katong Girls' School (TKGS) was established on 12 January 1953 with 7 classes totalling 250 pupils and 10 teaching staff. They were the first post-war government English girls' school built in colonial Singapore.
TKGS was one of the four schools selected in 1983 to start the Music Elective Programme. In 1989, they started receiving ASEAN scholars. In 1995, they gained autonomous status and moved to their new premises in Dunman Lane.
These are the schools following values:
Motto:
Moribus Modestus (Demure & Resolute)
Values:
Determination, Integrity, Humility, Graciousness
Vision:
An accomplished young woman serving with humility, striving to excel, building on the past to meet the challenges of the future.
Mission:
"Every TKGian is a Leader"
We aim to nuture every TKGian to e a leader who acts with determination, serves with humility, leads with integrity and grows in graciousness.
Introduction
Hello everybody, this is a blog of what schools you need to know in Katong- we will be providing you people with information from some schools- Tanjong Katong Secondary School, Tanjong Katong Girls' School and Chung Cheng High School (Main) .
CHUNG CHENG HIGH SCHOOL(MAIN)
School Mission
The school is committed to Developing Character, Building Confidence and Nurturing Talents.
The school is committed to Developing Character, Building Confidence and Nurturing Talents.
School Vision
Learning in a Stimulating and Challenging Environment, our pupils will become creative, confident and well-mannered
HISTORY
Learning in a Stimulating and Challenging Environment, our pupils will become creative, confident and well-mannered
HISTORY
•1939-1944
Plans for the building of the school were revealed at the end of 1938.
Construction started at 60 Kim Yam Road 1939. The school's original name in English was Shiang Kai Sek Secondary School.
Plans for the building of the school were revealed at the end of 1938.
Construction started at 60 Kim Yam Road 1939. The school's original name in English was Shiang Kai Sek Secondary School.
•1945-1960
The student population increased so much that Mr. Lin Shi Wan, chairman of the management board, bought a piece of land at Goodman road, naming it Chung Cheng High (main) while calling the one at Kim Yam Road Chung Cheng High (branch).
The student population increased so much that Mr. Lin Shi Wan, chairman of the management board, bought a piece of land at Goodman road, naming it Chung Cheng High (main) while calling the one at Kim Yam Road Chung Cheng High (branch).
•1960 -1969
During this period Chung Cheng High School went through many changes. bilingualism as well as science and technology were given great impetus.
•1981-1989
One of the most significant events in the history of the school happened in 1979. The school became a SAP school. Under the scheme, the school offers both the English and Chinese languages as first languages to Special Stream students.
One of the most significant events in the history of the school happened in 1979. The school became a SAP school. Under the scheme, the school offers both the English and Chinese languages as first languages to Special Stream students.
1982 saw the first batch of the Special Stream students taking their 'O' Levels. Results were commendable.
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•1990-1993
Chung Cheng High (Main) achieved very good results in the GCE 'O' Level Examination and was one of the 'valued-added' SAP schools. IT continued to achieve outstanding GCE 'O' Level results in 1993 and was ranked among the top 10 'value-added' schools.
Chung Cheng High (Main) achieved very good results in the GCE 'O' Level Examination and was one of the 'valued-added' SAP schools. IT continued to achieve outstanding GCE 'O' Level results in 1993 and was ranked among the top 10 'value-added' schools.
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•1994-2000
Due to its consistently good performance in the GCE 'O' Level Examinations, the school achieved autonomous status in 1996.
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•2001 – Present
In July 2003, the school's heritage gallery was opened by Mr. Chan Soo Sen, Minister of State of Education. The school was awarded the coveted ‘School Distinction Award’ in recognition of the well-defined processes that the school has put in place that lead to sustained achievements in students outcome.
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