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What is HSSLA?
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HSSLA aims to cultivate students who are Leaders, Thinkers and Humanists.
Through a series of academic modules for enrichment and partnerships with NGOs and universities, students will expand on the depth and scope of their knowledge of the humanities, and their connection with the sciences.
HSSLA members are also offered leadership opportunities, such as curating their very own SLAM modules (Student-Led Academic Modules), being part of the organising committee of HSSLA's signature school-wide programme, HSSLA NOW!, and to participate in national level competitions to challenge themselves at the highest level.
Also, HSSLA members have the opportunity to take part in the academy’s Overseas Experiential Learning Programme (OELP), to gain valuable insights and understanding of key issues such as globalization, history, environmentalism, culture and current affairs.
At the end of their journey in HSSLA, students are equipped with multi-disciplinary thinking that gives them an edge in university learning and the new economy.
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Our Activities
OELP
OELP
Selected HSSLA JC members have the opportunity to take part in the academy’s Overseas Experiential Learning Programme (OELP), to gain valuable insights and understanding of key issues such as globalization, history, environmentalism, culture and current affairs.
Academic & SLAM Modules*
Academic & SLAM Modules*
Our academic modules cover multi-disciplinary aspects of the various Humanities. This is in order to nurture and foster our students through exposure to multifaceted thinking, promoting their growth as a Humanist.
Student-Led Academic Modules (SLAM) are designed by students, for students. Under close tutelage of a HSSLA teacher, you will learn how to design, deliver and assess a module on a topic or concept of your own liking.
HSSLA Now!
HSSLA Now!
HSSLA NOW! is one of HSSLA's signature programmes. It aims to engage the student body on the urgency and importance of the Humanities, shedding spotlight on critical humanitarian issues through mediums such as panel discussions. HSSLA Members have the opportunity to sign up to be part of the Organising Committee, to gain experience in planning a school-wide event.
Our Modules
HSSLA deep dives into humanities topics, societal behaviours, pop culture and any other possible topics under the Sun. Providing protected CCA time, HSSLA helps students to persue what they are truly concerned about outside of school curriculum, as well as host learning journeys to increase students' exposure to the world. Students who are exposed to different topics are pushed to critically think and discover interdisciplinary concepts in which they can apply in their lives.
Students in a debate
*Module sessions will be on Mondays and/or Thursdays, 4.30pm - 6pm
Sec 4s and JC1s need to attend 3 modules for successful completion
JC2s need to attend 2 modules for successful completion
Each module spans across 3 sessions/weeks
Our Stories
Wan Lingyan (Class of 2020)
Currently studying business at the National University of Singapore and taking the Business Dean’s Scholarship
Anica Lo (Class of 2023)
2022-2023 President, HSSLA
Chua Yilin (Class of 2020)
Currently Year 2, Liberal Arts major
Chai Yu Han (Class of 2023)
2022-2023 Vice President, HSSLA
2026 Orientation
Join us at HSSLA Orientation 2026 - The HSSLA Games, inspired by the Hunger Games
Join us at HSSLA Orientation 2026 - The HSSLA Games, inspired by the Hunger Games
Earn points through games to win! Find out more about HSSLA and what we have to offer :)
Date: 19 February, Thursday
Venue: LT2
Time: 4:30 - 6:30pm
*Note: Only open to students who have received invitation letters to join HSSLA, including existing members. All members have to attend the orientation to be able to confirm their membership with us.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the admission criteria to HSSLA?
Admission to HSSLA is invitation-based only.
New and current members are required to attend HSSLA Orientation to confirm their membership.
For Secondary 4:
GPA 3.2 and obtained distinction for two humanities subjects in Secondary 3 (inclusive of SS)
Admission to HSSRP + MPP
For JC1: Should offer at least 1 H2 English medium humanities subject in JC
*Rollover from Sec 4 (contingent on successful completion of programme and acceptable academic results)
IP: GPA 3.2 and obtained distinction for two humanities subjects in Sec 4 (can include SS)
JAE: Obtained 'O' level distinction for two humanities subjects OR one humanities subject + EL (can include SS)
For JC2: Should offer at least 1 H2 English medium humanities subject in JC
*Rollover from JC1 (contingent on successful completion of programme and acceptable academic results)
New JC2: RP50 + B average for one humanities and endorsement by subject tutor
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RIVER VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES LEADERS ACADEMY
Contact us at rivervalleyhssla@gmail.com
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