Objectives

Our Y1 JCAS journey focuses on the themes of leadership, sustainability and the environment. We seek to impart students with the Five Practices of Exemplary Leadership Model through activity-based experiential learning and equip them in the areas of: a) Communication b) Teamwork and c) Planning ability.

Friday 24th January 2025 talk by Chris Leow

On January 24th, 2025, Chris Leow gave a talk on nurturing Singapore's urban farming ecosystem. The talk highlights aspects like food security, especially in light of supply chain disruption during the lockdown, and the impact/benefits of producing food locally to the climate. Chris Leow shared his personal story as a pioneering urban farmer in Singapore and how the country is educating the young and creating policy in urban planning to support a holistic urban farming ecosystem.

6th and 7th February 2025 Farm Visit to Kok Fah

We visited Kok Fah Technology Farm, a family-owned business specializing in leafy vegetables in Term 1 Week 5. The farm tour focused on modern farming techniques, particularly hydroponics, and provided us with a hands-on learning experience. We engaged in activities such as being a "farmer for a day" and learned about the various leafy vegetables grown at the farm. The visit offered valuable insights into the farm-to-table process, fostering a deeper appreciation for sustainable agriculture and the food industry. 

Food Sustainability and Zero Hunger, 14th February

by the HCIS Green Council 

The food sustainability and zero hunger talk, led by the HCIS Green Council, is crucial for our Year 1 students. It addresses the urgent need to end hunger, achieve food security and promote sustainable agriculture, aligning with the UN's Sustainable Development Goal 2. The session provided valuable insights into sustainable food systems, environmental impact and future food technologies, empowering students to make informed choices for a healthier planet.

Leadership workshop, 28th February to 25th April 2025

Today, we embarked on our first leadership workshop training, where we will formulate a plan to advocate for environmental causes through social media. The Five Practices we learnt from the workshop are: Model the Way, Inspire a Shared Vision, Challenge the Process, Enable Others to Act and Encourage the Heart.

A Green Mandai, 4th July 2025

Confidence Workshop, 11th July 2025

Conservation of Marine Diversity, 17th July 2025 - by Lewis

Lewis Liu is a co-founder of Just Keep Thinking, a prominent platform in Singapore focused on Science, Nature, and Sustainability. His talk aims to engage audiences through bite-sized, light-hearted videos that simplify complex topics related to the environment and scientific concepts. Lewis makes ideas of marine conservation accessible and entertaining, and fosters curious minds eager to learn about sustainability and ecological issues. 

Global Diversity Carnival, 1st August 2025

Our Global Diversity Carnival celebrates Singapore as a multi-ethnic, multi-lingual, and multi-cultural society. Different foods from different cultures were displayed and we had delicious snacks like Kacang Puteh, Malt Candy, Tutu Kueh and Muah Chi. Students were also encourage to come in their ethnic clothes to win prizes for the Best Dressed Competition.

HCIS Gives Back, 7th August 2025

On our annual give-back day, we participated in a beach clean-up activity with MJ Biogirl at Changi Coast beach. 

Reflection on HCIS Gives Back, 15th August 2025

It was a meaningful experience that not only helped the environment but also provided us with a sense of fulfillment. We deliberately picked this obscure area where less people were likely to come and we were able to gain a better understanding of the issue of marine litter and its impacts. We found a lot of trash that doesn't belong on the beach, such as sticks, candy wrappers, straws, and plastic cups. Picking up all this trash made us feel refreshed and greater connected to nature.