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Nan Hua High School (Chinese: 南华中学) is a secondary school in Clementi, Singapore. The school is operated by the Ministry of Education. It is the tenth Special Assistance Programme (SAP) school in Singapore, in which both English and Chinese are the first languages. The school was founded in 1917 and it celebrated its ninetieth anniversary in 2007.

Heritage

The early twentieth century was a time when education was gaining prominence in Singapore. But at that time, few girls were given the privilege of enjoying an education. It was with the aim of providing girls in Singapore with the opportunity of receiving an education that Nan Hwa Girls' School (NHGS) was established by an overseas Chinese, Mr Xiong Shangfu, on 14 June 1917.

NHGS had a very humble beginning in a makeshift school in Coleman Street. From less than 100 Chinese girls, the school population grew rapidly and soon there was a need for a bigger school to accommodate the growing numbers. In the ensuing years, plans went underway and the new school building in Bencoolen Street was ready in 1921.

However, a new problem cropped up in 1924 and this time, the school was forced to close temporarily due to financial problems. After a series of public appeals, generous contributions of funds enabled the debts to be settled and the school re-opened.

By 1928, the Basic Teacher Training Programme had started and the student population was still booming, leading to a space constraint again. A second move had to be initiated to make room for the students. In 1941, the new school building at Adis Road was ready. It began the Main School catering for normal training classes for teachers and primary classes. The old building at Bencoolen Street functioned as the Branch School, for primary classes only. In that same year, tragedy struck when the Japanese invaded Singapore. The school at Adis Road was turned into the headquarters for the Japanese Imperial Army and forced to close again.

School Song
Years it takes to build a nation,
strive we to this end with valour always.
Nurtured we from childhood through our youth,
finest essence spread we all our days.
Loving, loyal, filial, upright, courteous be.
Patient, tolerant and humble we shall be.
Work together each dutifully,
forward to the future eagerly.
立国大计需百年树人
我校同人因此自克励
小学教育与中学教育
五育平均发展相砥砺
礼义廉耻 忠孝仁爱 好校训
容忍搛让 热诚负责 相勉励
分工合作奋向万里前程
他日学成为国家效力

In October 1945, the school re-opened after the return of the Allied forces. The School Management Committee (SMC) immediately set out to raise funds to rebuild the school and enrol students. Due to the overwhelming financial support of many parents, secondary classes were also set up and the enrolment rose to 700. The school's name was officially changed to Nan Hwa Girls' High School (NHGHS) by the SMC in 1956.

It was during this period that the curriculum underwent much restructuring and NHGHS emerged as one of the premier girls' schools in Singapore. The Branch School led by Mdm Gao Jingming was transformed totally into a primary school, leaving the main School as the secondary school when it terminated the intake of primary pupils in 1964.

A third move took place on 12 December 1982 when the school moved from Adis Road to Clementi Avenue 1 upon the recommendation of the Ministry of Education. A momentous change took place in 1984 when the school began to admit Secondary One boys. It was a significant event and to reflect it, the school changed its name to Nan Hua Secondary School (NHSS).

Another significant change took place on 1 April 1986. The SMC handed over the administration of the school to MOE, thus ending its long-standing status as an aided school.

In the new millennium, Nan Hua Secondary School joined the ranks of Singapore's Special Assistance Plan Schools as the 10th SAP school. Under PRIME, the school was relocated to 41 Clementi Avenue 1 on 20 December 2003. The school attained the School of Distinction Award and Singapore Quality Class (SQC) in 2005. The new school building was officially opened by Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong on 17 July 2005, when he also declared Nan Hua Secondary School achieving its Autonomous Status in 2006. With MOE's approval, the name of the school was changed to Nan Hua High School with effect from 1 January 2006.

Uniform

The school uniform is a white shirt with two metal buttons at the shoulder, with the chinese characters of Nan Hua on it. Boys wear shirts with two front pockets at the chest fastened with 2 metal buttons that plays the role of 2 buttons, it is also known as a studded shirt at the school's official website. Lower secondary boys wear white shorts and upper secondary boys wear long white pants. Girls of Nan Hua high wear a white blouse also with 2 metal buttons on the shoulder,also known as a studded blouse, with a knee-length box pleated skirt. All students are required to wear the Nan Hua socks, which has the abbreviation of the school: NHHS embroidered on it. Shoes must be 100% white, colorful lines and stripes are strictly forbidden in NHHS. Ties are also to be worn by all students on assembly day every week and during special events.

School Crest & Information

The colors

White: It embodies everything that is pure and wholesome,particularly purity in thought,word and deed. Blue: It signifies the essential qualities of good character-sincerity and integrity.

The shape: The three corners of the triangle represent the three aspects of school education,namely moral,intellectual and integrity.

The symbol: The widely opened book symbolizes the importance of reading. Students must acquire the desire to read in the course of their development into educated adults.


School Vision, Mission & Values

The school vision is "To be a SAP school of distinction that celebrates thinking, learning and each child's potential and talent."


The school mission is "To nuture confident, creative and cultured students with a passion for learning."


The school values are "忠, 孝, 仁, 爱, 礼, 义, 廉, 耻 (pinyin: zhōng, xiào, rén, aì, lǐ, yì, lían, chǐ, )", which means "Loyalty, Filial Piety, Humanity, Love, Courtesy, Righteousness, Integrity, Sense of Shame," respectively.

Key Personnel

The principal is Mrs. Tan Jong Lek. She took over Mr Foo Suan Fong in December 2009.

There are three vice-principals, the new vice-principal (VP) being Mr Lee Peck Ping. The second VP is Mr. Pang Choon How, who is appointed as the VP recently. Last but not least, the third VP, being Mr. Michael Lau Chong Lam who is in charge of administrative matters in the school.

(Nan Hua High School Organisation Chart)

Nan Hua Alumni Association

Parent Support Group (PSG)

School Curriculum

The following subjects are taught at Nan Hua High School.


For Lower Secondary Pupils:


Examinable Subjects: English Language, Higher Chinese Language, Chinese, Mathematics, General Science (Physics, Biology For Secondary 1 And Chemistry For Secondary 2), Literature, History, Geography, Art & Design, Home Economics, Malay (Special Programme)


Non-Examinable Subjects: Character Education, Physical Education, Music, Appreciation Of Chinese Culture, Project Work (Secondary 2), Thinking Skills, Information Communication Technology Skills, Conversational Malay


For Upper Secondary Pupils:


Examinable Subjects: English Language, Higher Chinese Language, Chinese, Additional Mathematics, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Combined Humanities (Compulsory Social Studies and Elective History or Geography), History, Geography, Literature In English, Literature In Chinese, Higher Art


The number and combination of examination subjects from the above list which a student is to take in Secondary 3 will depend on the course and the class he/she is streamed into.


Non-Examinable Subjects: Character Education, Physical Education, Conversational Malay


Translation modules and Confucian Ethnics modules are also offered as part of Nan Hua High School's SAP Flagship Programme.

All Upper Secondary Nan-Huarians have to take Additional Mathematics & Pure Sciences.

Co-Curricular Activities (CCA)

CCA is an integral component of the school system. The programme aims to develop basic skill competencies, inculcate correct values and correct positive social attitudes and provide healthy recreational activities and cultivate a life-long hobby/interest and healthy lifestyle.

The CCA offered are spread into main 4 groups. They are: Club & Societies, Performing Arts, Sports & Uniform Group.

The following CCA are offered by the school.

-Club & Societies

1. Art & Design Club

2. Calligraphy & Painting Club

3. Chess Club

4. Infocomm Club

5. Innovation Club

6. Library Club

7. Media & Debating Club*

-Performing Arts

1. Chinese Orchestra

2. Choir

3. Chinese Drama Society

4. Dance Society

5. English Drama Club

6. Guzheng Ensemble

7. Harp Ensemble

8. Symphonic Band

-Sports

1. Badminton Club

2. Basketball Club (Boys)

3. Netball Club (Girls)

4. Outdoor Adventure Club

5. Softball Club (Girls)

6. Table Tennis Club

7. Soccer Club (Boys)*

8. Cross Country Club*

-Uniform Groups

1. Boys' Brigade

2. Girls' Brigade

3. Girl Guides

4. NCC (Boys)

5. NCC (Girls)

6. NPCC

7. SJAB

  • Offered as optional 2nd CCA for selected pupils.

Class Committee, Care Force, Student Council

Every class in Nan Hua High School has its own Class Committee consisting of Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Treasurer, Care Representative and other Subject Representative.


The Care Representative in each class are in the Care Force. The Care Force also consists of other willing volunteer. Their slogan, "We Care For You!" signifies members' roles of showing care and concern for their friends and help to build friendship across class and school.


The Student Council was formed in 1993 and consists of a group of student leaders who are dedicated in their mission of "Service With Pride". The Student Council collaborates with other student leader of the school to spearhead important school events and project and present proposal for school improvements. They faithfully provide the service and support which the school needs and are fully involved in all school functions. The Secondary One Registartion Exercise and Orientation Programme, the Combined Student Leaders' Investiture, Teachers' Day Celebration, Secondary 4 Graduation Night and Student Planning Day are some of the events organised and led by the Student Councillors.

Achievements

MOE School Distinction Award *** (2005; 2006; 2007; 2008)

MOE Best Practice Award(Staff Well-being)*** (2005; 2006; 2007; 2008)

MOE Sustained Achievement Award(Physical Fitness) (2004; 2005; 2006; 2007; 2008)

MOE Sustained Achievement Award(Uniformed Group) (2004; 2005; 2006; 2007; 2008)

MOE Sustained Achievement Award(Aesthetics) (2008)

MOE Outstanding Development Awards(National Education)*** (2005; 2006; 2007; 2008)

MOE Development Awards(Character Development)* (2007; 2008)

Singapore Quality Class ** (2005; 2006; 2007; 2008)

SPRING Singapore(People Developer Award)* (2007; 2008)

Singapore Productivity Association NIQC (2004–1 Gold,3 Silvers; 2006–1 Gold,1 Bronze; 2007–1 Gold)

COMPASS Outstanding PARTNERS Award *** (2006; 2007; 2008)

Health Promotion Board CHERISH Award(Platinum)*** (2004; 2005; 2006; 2007; 2008)

National Arts Council(Arts Education Awards) (2004-Silver; 2005-Silver; 2006-Bronze; 2007-Bronze; 2008-Bronze)

Singapore Tourism Board(Singapore Education Award- Best Education Event) (2006)

Singapore Environment Council (Schools’ Green Audit Award- Lotus Award[Sustained Achievement])* (2005; 2006; 2007; 2008)

Citigroup Ideas In Action Competition (2004–6 awards; 2005–4 awards; 2006–5 awards; 2007–2 awards; 2008–2 awards)

President's Award For The Environment 2010

Award valid for 3 years*

Award valid for 4 years**

Award valid for 5 years***

Student programmes

Nan Hua students gathering in the school's multi-purpose hall

SPH Student Correspondents

There are student correspondents in Nan Hua High writing articles for Singapore Press Holdings' student newspapers, known as Popcorn and zbCOMMA.

Other programmes

  • Tablet PC programme
  • Research Mentorship Scheme
  • Collaboration with Institutions of Higher Learning and Industrial Partners, e.g. Fuji Xerox
  • NAFA Visual Arts Modules
  • Overseas Exchange Programme, e.g. Ho Shun High School (Taiwan) and Changshou Foreign Language School
  • Integrated IT and Project Work Programme
  • Industrial Attachment
  • NYAA Programme
  • YEAH Programme
  • PIE @ Nan Hua
  • DSA for CCAs
  • Darwin Award Scheme
  • Habits Of Mind @ Nan Hua

Environment

Nan Hua High School lies on 292,710 square feet (27,194 m2) of hill land at Clementi Road. The construction cost for the school is S$12,281,240.00, consisting of an auditorium, an aesthetics block and a parade square.

An eco-garden was constructed on 31 August 1942,[clarification needed] opened by Mr Howard Shaw, the Executive Director of the Singapore Environment Council. A sky garden, located at the 5th floor of the Administration/Aesthetics block, was opened by the Minister for Education, Tharman Shanmugaratnam on 25 April 2007.[1] The Sky Garden is managed by two groups - the Sky Garden Student's Committee and the Sky Garden Teacher's Committee, who both maintain the Garden. It is used for formal lessons and student-initiated activities.

Notable alumni

  • Mdm Fong Yuet Kwai, a former principal of Nan Hua Primary School. She has spent 55 years, first studying in Nan Hwa Girls' High (presently Nan Hua High School) and then teaching and leading in Nan Hua Primary. She retired in 2003, after spending 55 years in the Nan Hua family.[2]
  • Carrie Chong Pei Joe, Radio presenter (Perfect 10 98.7FM), actress and TV host.
  • Ashley Isham, internationally well-known fashion designer.


References

  1. ^ School Website Article on Opening of Sky Garden
  2. ^ Speech by Mr Tharman Shanmugaratnam, Acting Minister for Education, 30 December 2003.

Nan Hua High School 2011 Student handbook (for the part on the school crest, CCA, School Curriculum & Class Committee, Care Force, Student Council) Nan Hua High School official website(for the part on the uniform)

External links

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