Springfield Explorer

The SPRINGFIELD EXPLORER is Springfield's unique take on the Student Initiated Learning (SIL) program!

Modeled after the Ministry of Education's SIL initiative, this program aims to nurture learners to become independent and passionate about lifelong learning. Through SPRINGFIELD EXPLORER, students take charge of their learning journeys by cultivating curiosity, engaging in self-discovery, and embracing a love of learning.

Students are provided with a lesson template in the Student Learning Space (SLS) and will explore SIL through one of four domains: Heart, Body, Mind, and Spirit. Below is a brief synopsis and some examples for each domain to offer clarity and inspiration.

Service to the Community

Food Bank Singapore

take stock, pack, and take inventory of the food donations. You can also volunteer your skills as a marketing/ social media volunteer, admin volunteer and as an event volunteer. The Food Bank Singapore is also taking food donations via food bank boxes islandwide.

Click here for more information on how to help disadvantaged families.

HCA Hospice Care

Through volunteering, you could befriend and keep the elderly company, provide a listening ear, create art and crafts with them, or even accompany them to their medical appointments.

Click here for more information on how to help the elderly

Voices For Animals

Through volunteering, you can help by spreading the word about their dogs up for adoption. The group also requires a steady stream of fosterers for rescues. Or you can contact the team to check if there are other roles they need assistance with.

Click here for more information on how to help animals

Personal Physical Well-being

Matthew mastered the "7 Headstand" pose, a challenging inversion that resembles the number 7. This pose stretches and strengthens the neck, shoulders, and spine, improves balance and focus, and requires flexibility, strength, and technique to execute safely.,

TikTok users have been in awe of a dance video posted by a Korean student where he seemingly glides off the ground. However, did you know that the dance trend now known as the 'Slickback' has been around since 2022 when it was known as the Jubi Slide?

Let’s give it a shot!

Juggling a football may be something you have always wanted to learn. Why not learn it in this Springfield Explorer?

Knowledge and Skill

Chess is a strategic game that improves critical thinking, memory, and concentration, and boosts self-confidence and academic performance. Harith from 1B, 2023, initially struggled but grew to enjoy the game as he became more familiar with its rules and strategies.

Creating games with Scratch teaches coding concepts in a fun, interactive way. Users design characters, animations, and rules, developing problem-solving skills, logical thinking, and creativity. Scratch is a great introduction to game development for beginners.

BTW, Scratch is a free software that you can access through your PLD!

Don't just learn languages, fall in love with them!

Language learning couldn’t be more fun and easy than with Busuu. Learn Korean, Japanese, German, Spanish, French, Italian, and 8 other languages

Chloe from 3E 2024 shared that she had enjoyed learning Korean on Busuu.

The basic version of Busuu is also free! Download our mobile app on iOS or Android to learn on your smartphone.

Artistic and Musical Fields

While singing may seem elementary to some, it can be a nerve-wracking experience for many. Witness Marc's remarkable transformation in just three months! Plus, discover valuable voice training techniques in the following video and try them to see how they may transform your singing skills!

Even if you don't speak Korean, this Anime face sketching tutorial is a game-changer! The step-by-step demonstrations are crystal clear and easy to follow, helping you build confidence with each progression.

Give it a try, and you might just rediscover your passion for art!

The ukulele is an excellent instrument for beginners, especially if you don't know music theory. Here's why:

Ukulele strings are softer and easier on your fingers compared to guitar strings.
Ukulele chords are simpler and more straightforward, making it easier to learn and play songs quickly.
Ukuleles are smaller and more portable, making them easy to carry around.

Students are not graded on what they learn in Springfield Explorer. This approach aims to motivate learning by shifting the focus away from grades, allowing students to explore their interests and develop intrinsic motivation.

At the end of their Springfield Explorer journeys in Term 4, students will document their experiences through photographs, videos, and annotations. They will upload them together with their personal reflections onto SLS and have the opportunity to showcase their learning to peers.

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