2025 Term 1

Dissemination of Information

We regularly write to parents/guardians to update you on school events and developments. The information is disseminated mainly via Parents Gateway (PG), and we seek the cooperation of parents to download the Parents Gateway mobile app to receive letters, notices and consent forms.

The school is transitioning to the MOE School Cockpit. Parents of 2025 Secondary One and Two students will not need to have access to the NYGH Portal.  All essential information will be relayed through Parents Gateway.

Parents of Secondary Three and Four students may continue to access the NYGH Portal for important information. To ensure the effective dissemination of information, please provide us with an active email address by updating the email address on the Portal if you have yet to do so. This updated email address will be your new login ID.

We have also gone paperless with an e-Student Handbook, which will be disseminated by February. More information about the school will be printed in the e-handbook.

Contacting School

Please note that the school observes a five-day workweek. Our General Office operates from 7 am to 6 pm on school days and is closed on Saturdays. School activities on Saturdays are kept to a minimum. 

Our staff are not required to share their personal phone numbers and are not obligated to respond to work-related messages after school hours, except in emergencies. For non-urgent matters, we encourage parents to use official communication channels such as email or the General Office phone number. Our staff will address these messages during official working hours.

If you must contact your child/ward for urgent matters during school hours, you may contact our General Office and provide our staff with your child/ward’s name and class. Our staff will assist to inform your child/ward. Please note that students are expected to put their mobile phones aside during class time throughout the day.

The last day of school for AY2025 is 10 November 2025. 

For dates on school events and protected vacation periods*, parents may access the school master calendar at NYGH Termly (https://sites.google.com/nygh.edu.sg/nanyangtermly/school-calendar) or via the school website (nygh.edu.sg) under Quick Links.

We urge parents to avoid making vacation plans during term time which may result in your child missing any school event. Students should attend for all curriculum lessons and school events/programme for their learning and development. 

Our Chinese New Year celebrations will be held on Tuesday 28 January 2025 and school hours will be from 8.15am to 10.45am. The General Office will be closed at 12.30pm.

Please note that Friday 31 January 2025 is Home-Based Learning (HBL) day and students do not need to report to school. School will resume on Monday 3 February 2025.

We remember the less fortunate among us while we celebrate as a school this festive occasion. Students and staff are encouraged to contribute items to create hampers for our beneficiaries. Students may also donate a portion of their hongbao money towards these fundraising efforts.

On Wednesday 5 February 2025, the 9th day of Chinese New Year, a staff lunch will be held and the school day will end at 11.30am.

As part of our school’s commitment to sustainability in 2025, we are excited to launch the Bring-Your-Own-Cutlery (BYOC) Campaign.  This initiative aims to reduce the use of single-usecutlery by encouraging students and staff to bring their own reusable cutlery to school every day.

Starting in Term One, disposable cutlery will no longer be provided for all school activities with catered food. The canteen stores will gradually phase out their existing stock of disposable cutlery. Through the BYOC Campaign, all students and staff will play an active role in promoting environmental sustainability, further reinforcing our position as a leader in championing eco-friendly practices.

A strong school-home partnership is essential for our youths’ healthy and holistic growth. Here are three areas that we can work together to foster our partnership in supporting our children: Respectful Communication, Role Modelling and Having Real Connections

Respectful Communication

• Listen to and understand each other’s perspectives and concerns regarding each child

• Communicate kindly using official channels

• Respect each other’s time during working hours

Role Modelling

• Show our children the skills and values they need in life:

(a) Find joy in everyday experiences with our children

(b) Instill confidence by encouraging responsibility and believing in our children’s abilities

(c) Model good values in words and actions

Having Real Connections

• Establish good habits for our children to stay confident and in control of their technology use

• Build strong bonds through shared experiences and meaningful conversations

• Provide a balanced mix of engaging online and offline activities

Positive Parent Programme (Triple P) – Parenting Support Services

Since 2019, Lakeside Family Services has been appointed by MSF to deliver parenting support services to our school. Its Positive Parenting Programme (Triple P) is an evidence-based programme that equips parents with techniques to promote children’s (aged up to 16 years) psychological, social and emotional competence. This programme is built on a tiered system that provides different degrees of parental support. The school will regularly update parents on the talks and activities that Triple P organises, so that you will benefit from the programme optimally.

You may also refer to the following video clip to find out more about Triple P: https://drive.google.com/file/d/18MCnXrVXq4ouXuPqmrQ6iyTOc9mBL5I2/view?usp=sharing  

I Not Stupid 3 – A Special Session for NYGH Parents

We are thrilled to announce a special screening of I Not Stupid 3 《小孩不笨3》, directed by one of Singapore's most celebrated filmmakers, Mr. Jack Neo. This thought-provoking film delves into themes of family, parenting, and perseverance, offering a heartfelt reminder of the importance of understanding, empathy, and encouragement within our homes and schools. 

In collaboration with Mr. Neo, NYGH has reserved an exclusive cinema hall at Golden Village VivoCity for this event, which includes a post-show dialogue with the director himself. Join us on Saturday, 18 January 2025, from 10am to 12.15pm for the screening, followed by the dialogue from 12.15pm to 1pm. Tickets are priced at $16 each. Do look out for further information from the PSG and PG. Let’s come together as a Nanyang Family to reflect, connect, and start the year on a positive and inspiring note.

NYGH will be celebrating its 110th anniversary in 2027. To celebrate the coming 110th anniversary, we are excited to present our special edition NYGH Revomax Flasks, designed as a parent-child set to symbolise the bond within our Nanyang Family. Revomax is known for its vacuum-insulated drinking flasks, which keep hot beverages warm for up to 18 hours and cold drinks chilled for up to 36 hours. The flasks feature an innovative, twist-free, leakproof cap that can be operated with just one hand. 

The 950ml flask, priced at $110, is tailored for teens with its bold, vibrant design of our school campus that is perfect for their active school days. The 592ml flask, available at $88, is ideal for adults, featuring a sleek, elegant look inspired by NYGH’s iconic clock tower, with red and white accents reflecting our Hongzi logo. For families, you may like to consider purchasing a bundle set at $168 (a pair of 950ml and 592ml) to complement the use together. These flasks are not just practical keepsakes but a meaningful way to commemorate this milestone together. Do look out for our posters to find out more on how you can purchase your set! We look forward to your ardent support for our coming celebration.

In 2024, the school went through a review of our lesson timetable to sharpen our NYGH’s design for teaching and learning experiences. This year, we will run a new timetable comprising single 45-min periods and double 90-min periods. This change is intentional, as by varying the lesson durations, we hope to cater to different types of content, student preferences, and levels of engagement. Short lessons work well for quick skill-building, while longer sessions allow for more complex exploration and interaction. By understanding our learning objectives and student needs will allow which lesson duration works best for achieving the desired outcomes.

The safety of our students is of top priority. We seek your understanding and cooperation as we work together to ensure the safety of our students and to show consideration for nearby residents. 

Please note the following measures regarding both human and vehicle traffic:

• We strongly advise our students to commute to school by public transport as the school is well-served by public buses and the Downtown Line.

• Parents are to alight your child at the drop-off/pick-up point in front of the auditorium lobby, in the vicinity of the school. Please do not stop at the school gate without entering the school to alight your child at all times, as this will compromise safety of all road-users, including your child. 

• Given high traffic congestion on rainy days, please set off earlier on such days for smoother traffic.

• Please do not park outside the school (along Linden Drive) during the afternoon and evening pick-up period. This is hazardous to other road-users and violates the traffic rule, which prohibits waiting within the vicinity of zebra crossings. To alleviate the traffic situation along Linden Drive, parents’ vehicles are allowed to enter the school compound to park in front of the auditorium lobby. However, parking space within the school is limited. Whilst waiting, please turn off the car engine as required by law. Please note that the speed limit on the school campus is 15km/h.

• The side gate along Dunearn Road is locked during school hours. On school days, the side gate is opened from 6.15am to 8.30am and from 2pm to 4pm. After 4 pm, students may exit the side gate using their student ezlink cards via the full-height turnstile.

The School Health Service team will be at our school from 18 February to 3 March 2025 to conduct the annual health screening for all Secondary 1 and 2 students. Classes will be rostered during school hours for the health screening. Please note that students are expected to bring along their health booklets for the health screening exercise. 

The Health Promotion Board will be offering the HPV vaccination to all female students in secondary schools. The vaccine used is Cevarix. The vaccination team will be at the school from 7 to 13 March 2025 to vaccinate the Sec 1 and 2 students. 

The Mobile Dental Clinic will be stationed at our school from 24 March to 26 May 2025 (tentative). The School Dental Services will be conducted for Secondary 1 and 3 students during this period.

Parental consent is required for HPV Vaccination and School Dental Services. Details will be sent via PG in early January to parents.

Secondary 1 students may continue to use their Primary School Smart Cards (SSC) for concessionary travel until end-April. While waiting for their Secondary SSCs to be ready, students may top up their Bus Concession Pass for Secondary School Students using their Primary SSCs to enjoy concessionary travel through any of the following channels:

• SimplyGo Ticket Office

• SimplyGo Kiosk (accepts NETS and credit/debit card)

• Assisted Service Kiosk

• Top-Up Kiosk

• POSB/DBS and OCBC* ATMS

• Top-up Terminal at Community Centres (accepts only credit/debit card)

• 7-Eleven*

• Cheers*

• SimplyGo App (for SimplyGo Concession cards only)

*A convenience fee applies for each transaction.

The registration for National Registration Identity Card (NRIC) will take place in our school on Friday 1 August 2025 (afternoon). Students who are Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents and have attained the age of 15 years in 2025 are to register for their NRIC. Details will be sent to parents closer to the date of registration.

National Digital Literacy Programme

At MOE’s Committee of Supply Debate in March 2020, MOE launched the National Digital Literacy Programme (NDLP) for schools and Institutes of Higher Learning to help students strengthen their digital literacy. One component of the NDLP is the initiative where every secondary school student will own a school-prescribed Personal Learning Device (PLD).

All Secondary 1 students can look forward to purchasing a PLD with this MOE initiative. More information will be provided later in Term 1.

Students who need financial assistance in purchasing the PLD may approach our school’s accounts department to enquire further after the dissemination of information.

Advice for Parents on ICT Responsible Use Policy (RUP)

To exercise appropriate, responsible and empowered use of technology, all students must endeavour to lead and assist others in building positive digital experiences, recognise that our actions have consequences for others and participate in using technology for the common good. In the coming weeks, we will engage all students in understanding the RUP for using technology in their everyday classroom and learning. The RUP can also be found in the NYGH Student Handbook, which will be shared with the students in mid-Term 1. We encourage parents to continue conversing on responsible use of technology with your daughter.

Advice for Parents on Ethical Use of Generative AI

Gemini (Education Edition) will be available to all NYGH students through the NYGH Google Workspace. While Generative AI (GAI) tools can significantly enhance learning opportunities, using them responsibly and ethically is crucial. The ethical use of GAI is incorporated into our Citizenship and Character Education (CCE) lessons. You can find a policy outlining acceptable uses, restrictions, and consequences for misuse in the NYGH Student Handbook. Teachers will continue to guide students on using GAI properly in their learning. As "Respected Members of Society" and "Empowered Learners," our students must maintain integrity, exercise critical thinking, and demonstrate creativity when using GAI to support and enhance their learning. 

Publishing Photos and Videos for Publicity Purposes 

Please be informed that photographs or video images of you and your child/ward may be taken during school activities and events such as classroom lessons, CCA, school camps, or school concerts. The school may use and publish such photographs or video recordings in school publications, the school’s website, social media channels, or other communication channels.