Signature Programmes

Adaptability. Self-Discipline. Perseverance. Integrity. Empathy.

Hallmarks of the Clementeen Experience

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Secondary 1 & 3 Outdoor Adventure Camp

Toughness Realised

OBJECTIVE

To take education beyond the classroom walls and into the great outdoors - not only challenging students physically but also fostering resilience and camaraderie.

Clementeens embark on the Outdoor Adventure Camp in both Secondary 1 and Secondary 3, and it is a unique opportunity for our Clementeens to discover their inner strength and resilience. Over the course of three days, they face challenges that push them out of their comfort zones, helping them realise just how tough and capable they truly are.

Imagine cooking under the open sky and kayaking along the serene waters—students experience the thrill of outdoor activities and create lasting memories. From assembling their own rafts to learning essential outdoor survival skills like mapping, navigating, cooking and rope-tying, this camp equips them with practical skills that go beyond textbooks.

The camp is not just a three-day adventure; it's the beginning of a support network that will accompany students through their CTSS journey and beyond. Secondary 1 marks their transition to Secondary School, and in Secondary 3, students enter new classes. The camp provides a perfect setting for new classmates to bond through overcoming adversity, laying the foundation for a pillar of support that will help them navigate the challenges of their secondary school years.

Secondary 4/5 Night Hike

Conquer the Darkness

OBJECTIVE

To empower our students with the perseverance needed to face and triumph over their national examinations, while transforming challenges into opportunities for growth and unity

The iconic Secondary 4/5 Night Hike is an unforgettable journey under the stars that mirrors the perseverance required to navigate through the challenges of Secondary 4/5, especially as our Clementeens approach their national exams.

Clementeens challenge their mind and teamwork skills in the Amazing Race segment. Puzzles, clues, and collaboration come together to create an exhilarating experience that prepares students for the strategic, out-of-the-box thinking required in the culmination of their academic journey.

As they navigate the night together, students come face to face with their fears and overcome challenges as a unified class. This shared experience strengthens bonds that go beyond the surface, teaching students the importance of collective perseverance through the impending national exams.

At CTSS, we hope that our Clementeens will transform challenges into opportunities for growth and unity. ]ust as they conquer the darkness, they will face and triumph over the hurdles in their studies with resilience and determination.

Grit Festival

Building Resilient Clementeens

OBJECTIVE

To equip our students with the grit and resilience needed not only for their academic journey but also for the challenges life may throw their way.

The Grit Festival is an in-house workshop for Secondary 3 Clementeens that combines engaging activities and insightful lessons on resilience.

The crowning jewel of the Grit Festival is our unique Human Library. We gather inspiring adults who have faced challenges in life to share their lives, triumphs, and failures with our Clementeens in a cosy, interactive small group setting. Students read a brief synopsis of the story that will be shared before selecting their chosen speaker, all without knowing the speaker's name. This results in some eyes widening and jaws dropping when the speaker walks through the door - And students learn to never judge a book by its cover. This interactive session allows students to hear firsthand about real-life challenges, broadening their horizons and providing valuable insights into overcoming obstacles.

The categories in our human library include:

At CTSS, we believe that developing grit is essential for our students to thrive not only in their Secondary 4 and 5 years but throughout their lives. The Grit Festival is a pivotal part of our mission to broaden Clementeens' horizons, nurturing young men and women who embody adaptability, self-discipline, perseverance, integrity, respect, and empathy—the core values that define us.