Meridian Junior College
Coordinates: 1°22′34.65″N 103°56′15.63″E / 1.3762917°N 103.937675°E
| Meridian Junior College 美廉初級學院 Maktab Rendah Meridian |
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Courage. Purpose. Character.
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| Type | Government |
| Established | 2003 |
| Session | single-session |
| School code | 0712 |
| Principal | Ms Esther Lai Choon Lian |
| Enrolment | Approx. 1,500 |
| Colour(s) | Light blue, silver |
| Website | www.mjc.moe.edu.sg |
Meridian Junior College (MJC) is a junior college in Singapore, offering a two-year course for pre-university students leading up to GCE 'A' Level examination. Situated in the eastern residential estate of Pasir Ris, it is the sixteenth junior college established in Singapore. Students are referred to as "Meridians".
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[edit] History
MJC was founded in 2003 after RAdm Teo Chee Hean, the then Education Minister, suggested building a new junior college in Pasir Ris. The college is led by Ms Esther Lai Choon Lian, the first and current principal.
Between 2003 and 2004, the College Anthem as well as the official school logo were released.
In 2005, the college hosted its official opening ceremony on 25 February, graced by RAdm Teo Chee Hean, and observed its first ever College Day on the 23rd of July. The college's pioneer batch of graduating students were featured in the media for exceeding expectations with excellent results, and the college clinched a Value Added Award.
Since then, the school has built up its reputation as being a dynamic and vibrant learning institution, with vast improvements in academic results on a yearly basis as well as excellence in sports and the performing arts.
[edit] Identity
College Anthem by Clement Chow
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[edit] Vision
A leading institution acclaimed for its academic distinction and richness of learning experiences, in a culture of initiative and empowerment
[edit] Mission
To cultivate learned men and women of calibre, with the heart and will to lead and serve in a challenging world
[edit] Values
Courage. Purpose. Character.
[edit] Crest
The lion crest is symbolic of strength and majesty. The fluid design of the roaring lion projects the image of a dynamic institution, swift in embracing the challenges of this fast-changing world. The silver of the lion represents timeless elegance 0f an institution that will endure through time and the mark of distinction that Meridian wishes to endow every student with.
[edit] Academics
Upon admission, students commence a two year course leading to the Cambridge GCE "A" Level examinations, with up to 4 "A" Level subjects, chosen either from the Arts Faculty or the Science Faculty. As in all junior colleges, most students sit for the General Paper and Mother Tongue paper as "Higher 1", and undergo Project Work in JC1. Students with aptitude and deeper interests in their "A" level subjects sit up to "Higher 3" paper, for an advantage in bids for scholarships and further education.
[edit] Facilities
College facilities include a gym, rehearsal rooms for performing arts groups (with pianos and dance studios), and a library in a 2-storeyed block, run by the National Library Board. The college has a fully air-conditioned hall, five lecture theatres equipped with audio-visual equipment, and a sports block and track.
Students have access to the school's "Integrated Virtual Learning Environment" (IVLE) for 2008 intakes, which allows students to discuss assignments online as well as access to academic databases such as "The Economist" and "Science Resource Center". There is also the MJC Leisure and Learning portal (http://intranet.mjc.edu.sg) where students can sign up for Organised Student Activities, submit suggestions and gain endorsement for participation in projects. The college has a student cafe, "PerKafe", run by the Business club and offering Swensens ice-cream, P.osh brownies, soft drinks, mash potato and other snacks.
[edit] CCA
The college has co-curricular activities (CCAs) in three groups - Sports and Games, Performing Arts and Clubs and Societies.
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Performing Arts SYF Achievements
- Band: Gold (2005), Gold (2007), Gold (2009), Silver (2011)
- Chinese Cultural & Drama Society: Silver (2007), Silver (2009), Silver (2011)
- Chinese Orchestra: Silver (2005), Silver (2007), Silver (2009), Silver (2011)
- Choir: Gold (2005), Gold (2007), Gold with Honours (2009), Gold (2011)
- English Drama (The Meridian Stage): Bronze (2006), Gold (2008), Gold (2010)
- Guitar Ensemble: Gold (2005), Gold (2007), Gold (2009), Silver (2011)
- Malay Dance: Gold (2005), Silver (2007), Gold (2009), Silver (2011)
- Modern Dance: Gold (2003), Silver (2005), Gold (2007), Silver (2009), Gold (2011)
MJC has a student-published periodical, called "Musings@Meridian", which is headed by the College Publications Team, providing coverage on school events and articles on issues ranging from fashion to current affairs.
[edit] Students' Council
The Students' Council (SC) is in charge of enriching school life. It is a group of students elected by the student body to represent student interests and to plan school events. Elections take place after a period of shortlisting and rallying, following which the council elects its own Executive Committee (EXCO) which includes the President, Vice Presidents (Assets and Admin), Head of Students' Affairs, Head of Public Affairs, and Secretary.
Currently, the 9th Students' Council is led by:
President - Saiket Jirapa
Vice President (Admin) - Vernon Yeo
Vice President (Assets) - Seah Raynian
Secretary - Chen Li Yun
Head of Public Affairs - Lim Yong Liang
Head of Students' Affair - Sheana Yue
Some of the activities that the SC organizes includes Orientation, Orientation Group Leaders (OGL) Recruitments and OGL camps, Council Recruitment and Council Training Camps (CTC), Teachers' Day, J1 End of Year Bash, J2 Prom Night and an SC event whereby the SC will decide what type of event they will hold for the school. The SC provides day to day service to the Meridians in the form of vending machines, loaning of blazers and lockers, and the morning assembly.
[edit] House system
- Atlas (golden, dragon)
- Callisto (blue, eagle)
- Miranda (black, stallion)
- Phobos (red, phoenix)
- Triton (green, triton)
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