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Written by Mr. Haoken

Innovation, Passion, and Creativity: A Showcase of Our Grade 10 IB MYP Personal Projects

The IB MYP Personal Project (PP) is a defining moment for Grade 10 students, allowing them to explore their passions, develop research skills, and showcase their creativity. Each project reflects a unique personal interest, ranging from sustainability and technology to design and social impact.

This year, our students have tackled real-world challenges through innovative and meaningful projects. Here’s a look at their remarkable achievements:

Creative Arts, Design, and Sustainability

Hibiscus Haven: Handmade Eco-Friendly Clay Trays, Kimberlee
Kimberlee designed and crafted clay trays inspired by hibiscus flowers. Using air-dry clay to minimise environmental impact, her project combined artistic craftsmanship with sustainability.

The Eiffel Tower Bag Line: Merging Architecture with Fashion, Viktoriia
Viktoriia merged fashion, architecture, and business by designing and marketing a bag line inspired by the Eiffel Tower. She created, sewed, and promoted her unique designs, gaining experience in branding and product development.

Danticity: Sustainable Fashion Design, Jiani

Jiani explored the world of sustainable fashion by designing and creating a unique dress under the theme Love Yourself. Her project combined creativity with environmental consciousness, using eco-friendly materials to craft a garment that encourages self-expression and body positivity​.

Science, Technology, and Engineering

RC Plane: A Step into Aeronautical Engineering, Victor
With a passion for aviation, Victor designed and built an RC plane with functioning rudders, elevators, and a turbine. His project explored the mechanics behind flight, offering hands-on experience with engineering concepts, 3D printing, and Arduino programming.

AI-Powered Handwritten Digit Recognition, Tristan
Tristan developed a machine-learning model capable of recognizing handwritten digits. His project involved coding a neural network and designing an interactive user interface for real-time digit classification.

Smash Start: The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Badminton, Nadhira

As an experienced badminton player, Nadhira created an engaging and educational video guide for beginners. Her project not only covered essential techniques such as grip, footwork, and smashing but also highlighted the health benefits of badminton while addressing injury prevention​.

Health, Beauty, and Wellness

Kristoff’s Kissable Chapstick: Natural Lip Balm Creation, Jill
Jill developed an all-natural, eco-friendly tinted lip balm using fruit and plant-based ingredients. Her project aimed to provide an alternative to synthetic dyes and chemicals commonly found in commercial lip products.

Entrepreneurship and Social Innovation

Building an E-Business, Joshua
Joshua developed an e-commerce website to explore digital entrepreneurship. His project focused on creating an engaging and functional online shopping platform while learning about website development, user experience, and digital marketing strategies.

Minute Scents: Ethical Perfumery, Katherine
Katherine investigated essential oil extraction and created a cruelty-free, eco-friendly perfume line. Her project addressed the environmental impact of the fragrance industry and offered sustainable alternatives for scent lovers.

Writing, Literature, and Storytelling

The Allegory of Corruption: A Short Novel, Nicholas
Nicholas used storytelling to explore themes of corruption and injustice in society. Inspired by George Orwell’s Animal Farm, he crafted a short novel that serves as an allegory for real-world political and ethical dilemmas.

Architecture and Design

Miniature House Design: Exploring Architecture and Sustainability, Darren
Darren merged creativity with engineering by constructing a detailed model of a sustainable miniature house. His project analyzed architectural principles, material selection, and eco-friendly design features to promote responsible urban development.

These projects reflect the dedication, creativity, and problem-solving abilities of our students. Through the IB MYP Personal Project, they have not only deepened their understanding of various disciplines but also developed essential skills for lifelong learning. Each project is a testament to the power of curiosity, innovation, and perseverance. As we celebrate their achievements, we look forward to seeing how their passions will continue to grow and shape the future.

Stay inspired, and keep creating!

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Written by Mr. Haoken

Grade 12 Mock Exams: Preparation & Well-Being

ENGLISH DEPARTMENT

Written by Ms. Vera

Growing Together: EAL Students Embrace Learning with Confidence

The English Additional Language (EAL) students have shown steady progress as they come together with their classmates, united by a shared enthusiasm for learning. While they still need to catch up to the expected English level, their growing confidence in speaking, expanding vocabulary, and improving writing skills reflect their dedication and determination.

A key factor in their progress is the spirit of collaboration, where students support and uplift one another. Encouragement from classmates has created a welcoming and inclusive environment, making everyone feel valued and motivated to improve. This sense of belonging fosters respect for different learning journeys, ensuring that each student's growth is acknowledged and appreciated.

As they strive for self-improvement, the EAL students have learned to take ownership of their learning. Their small achievements fuel their confidence, proving that every step forward, no matter how small, is a victory worth celebrating. Their perseverance and determination are met with appreciation, reinforcing their belief in their own potential.

Above all, the learning environment is rooted in love—a love for learning, for growth, and for supporting one another. With this strong foundation, the EAL students continue to thrive, inspired by their classmates and guided by the school values that make their learning journey meaningful.

SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

Written by Mr. Rajesh

The SWA Code Titans are gearing up for their IBDP CS exams, putting in long hours revising content and solving past exam papers. Their dedication to mastering complex algorithms, databases, and system fundamentals is truly commendable.

G11 Computer Science Students Put Their Network Knowledge to the Test with Kahoot!

The Grade 11 Computer Science students participated in a Kahoot! challenge as a part of their formative assessment for Topic 3: Computer Networks in the IBDP Computer Science course. This interactive quiz tested their understanding of network types, protocols, data transmission, security measures, and more.

It was a fun and engaging session, where students showcased their grasp of the topic in real-time. Ryan, Janice, and Adisya secured the top three scores, but the rest of the class was not far behind, making it an exciting and competitive activity.

MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT

Written by Mr. Adilet

Monday Math Club: Getting Ready for Waterloo University Competitions!

Every Monday at lunchtime, our Math Club gets together to tackle fun and challenging problems. This week, our 6th and 9th graders focused on sharpening their skills for the upcoming Waterloo University math competitions.

Jaeyi and Ayden, our awesome 12th-grade mentors, always bring interesting problems that spark great discussions with younger students. Meanwhile, the 9th graders shared different solutions and raced against each other to see who could solve problems first.

We’re so proud of our students for their enthusiasm and teamwork! Stay tuned for more updates from our Math Club.

CHINESE DEPARTMENT

Written by Mr. Xia 

Artistically, The Book of Songs uses Fu, Bi, and Xing, which enriches the expressions. Its literary status is unshakable as the origin of Chinese realistic literature. It also significantly impacts later literary works, inspiring poets with its themes and techniques.

This activity not only deepened the student' understanding of The Book of Songs but also improved the communication skills. It was truly a rewarding exploration of Chinese literary heritage.

INDONESIAN DEPARTMENT

Written by Ms. Yulia Arza

This time, the Grade 7 Indonesian language and literature class is studying the topic of procedural texts. This topic is very interesting because students are not only learning to write procedural texts with grammar appropriate to their type, but they also have to write procedural texts based on a topic of their choice, such as making a boat from used plastic bottles, a tissue box from a used box, decorating greeting cards, making a mask from paper, creating a puzzle, and many more.

They must also be able to present their procedural texts orally in front of their classmates and teacher, of course, after writing a proper text. The students are very enthusiastic about this project, which serves as the summative assignment for this lesson, and they are learning many things, such as writing in a style appropriate to the text type, speaking and presenting their topic in front of an audience, and trying to persuade their audience to take an interest in the activity they are presenting.

With this, the learning objectives of this topic can be considered successfully achieved.

Student’s presentation video can be viewed here

INDIVIDUALS & SOCIETIES DEPARTMENT

Written by Ms. Renu

Grade 9 Economics: Exploring Market Structures Through Monopoly!

This week, our Grade 9 Economics students delved into the fascinating world of market structures, focusing on monopolies. Through engaging discussions and case studies, they explored how monopolies operate, their advantages and disadvantages, and their impact on consumers and the economy. 

To bring these concepts to life, students enjoyed a fun and interactive session playing the Monopoly board game! As they navigated buying, trading, and managing properties, they gained firsthand experience of market dominance, pricing power, and strategic decision-making—key characteristics of real-world monopolies. The activity sparked lively discussions on real-life monopolies such as tech giants, utilities, and transportation sectors, deepening their understanding of economics in action. Learning through play proved to be an exciting and enriching way to connect theory with practice! 🎲💡

MUSIC

Written by Mr. Freddy

This term, our Grade 6 Music students had the honor to open the MSHS Chinese New Year Celebration with a stunning Hulusi Ensemble performance of "Little Poem." Their heartfelt melody, enriched by the traditional Hulusi sound ornament of China, set the perfect tone for the celebration. The ensemble, beautifully dressed in Han Dynasty costumes, collaborated with Grade 8 dancers, creating a mesmerising and immersive cultural experience.

Adding to the musical brilliance, the Hulusi ensemble was complemented by violin, guzheng, and xylophone, all performed by our talented Grade 6 musicians. The performance seamlessly blended traditional Chinese elements with instrumental diversity, showcasing the depth of their musical skills.

Following this, the Strings Club took the stage with a heartfelt rendition of "Dandelion’s Promise" featuring Andrew, Darrell, Zhao Ren, and Shao Jie, who sang and played the piano accompaniment. The spotlight then shifted to Grace from Grade 7, who delivered a stunning solo performance of "Peach Blossom Smile" with confidence and elegance. This was followed by Harry from Grade 8, who performed a Korean traditional song, adding a special tribute to Korean Day, which was celebrated close to the Chinese New Year.

One of the most special moments of the event was the breathtaking performance by Ms. Cecilia, one of our talented SWA parents. She presented the "Song of Yue People," a beautiful Chinese folk song, with authentic artistry and an incredible vocal performance. The celebration concluded with a high-energy performance by Equinox Band from Grade 9, leaving a lasting impression on everyone present.

Thank you to the Chinese Department for organising this meaningful event and for providing our MYP Music students with the opportunity to showcase their talents. Through these performances, our students not only shared the joy and cultural values of the Chinese New Year but also gained confidence, experience, and artistic growth. These moments help them develop stronger musicianship, stage presence, and discipline, taking their learning in music and performing arts to the next level.

VISUAL ARTS

Written by Ms. Jeanie

Grade 9 Visual Art students are learning about drawing landscapes from primary sources and experimenting with acrylic paint. They started by using soft pastels to create a composition based on a view outside the window of the art room then spent time drawing the landscape from the front step area of the DT building. Students simplified their compositional  idea, added texture paste then completed the experiment with acrylic paint using expressive colours.

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UNIVERSITY ACCEPTANCES

Students who applied early to universities have started receiving their acceptance letters. We wish to congratulate all of our students on their acceptances so far and wish them all the best as they continue to apply to other universities throughout the semester. Regular Decision acceptances should be received by April and acceptances to some universities in other countries may be received as late as July. This acceptance list will be updated as they come in.