Writer: Lee Koon Kai (25S72) Editor: Gilbert Goh (25S6C) On 26 February 2026, the Welfare Committee of the Students Council organised a series of events for Friendship Day in the Common Room. One of these events, the figurine and bouqet painting event, gave students a chance to try their hand at figurine and bouquet painting with their friends. When the event started at 4pm, the air was thick with anticipation as students were already eagerly gathered outside the common room

Written by: Delphina Chia Min Huan (25A14) Edited by: Lei Yanyang (25S61) Arts Fest 2026 at Hwa Chong Institution (College Section) is well underway, offering students a dynamic platform to both engage with professional artists and showcase their own creative voices.  Earlier this month, on 4th March, a highly anticipated Artist Talk and Doodle Jam was held with Tobyato. Widely regarded as a “one-man powerhouse”, Tobyato captivated students with insights into his artistic jou

黄恩加（1i3, 2026) 终于盼来了期待已久的高空项目活动。一到场地，大家就叽叽喳喳地围拢过来，兴奋地排队系好安全绳。教官把我们分成三组：第一组挑战最低的项目，第二组挑战稍高的，第三组则要直面最高处的考验。我之前从没试过高空项目，连自己恐不恐高都不知道，只想着要挑战最难的，想都没想选了第三组。 排了好久的队，终于轮到我了。我带着一股无知的兴奋，我快速地走上钢丝。可当我在钢丝上站定，低头向下瞥，瞬间倒吸一口凉气：“怎么这么高！”我小声嘀咕道。腿开始不受控制地发抖，手心也冒起了冷汗。原来我居然这么恐高！我死死攥住辅助绳，飞快地走过去，生怕慢一点就会栽下去。刚跨到对面平台，我就瘫坐下来，大口喘着气，心脏狂跳得像要撞开胸膛，浑身都在止不住的打颤。我开始后悔，早知道自己恐高，说什么也不会逞能选第三层。 第二关是架在半空的独木桥。看着它摇摇晃晃的样子，我连迈步的勇气都没有了。低头看向地面，十几米的距离让我头晕目眩。我只瘫坐在桥上，用上身的力量一点点往前挪。这时，身后传来好朋友小凯的声音：“站起来吧，走过去比这样爬简单多了。” 我点点头，知道再耗下去只会堵

Written by: Yang Jiaming Matthew, 1i2 (2026) Secondary One Orientation Camp (SOAC), held from 11 to 13 March 2026, was an honestly fun and exciting experience, with both ups and downs. Over the three-day programme, my classmates and I encountered many challenges and setbacks, but we still managed to overcome them together. On the first day, early in the morning, we boarded the bus that would take us to Sentosa for an unforgettable trip. The bus ride was lively, though not so

Written by: Lei Yanyang (25S61) Edited by: Gilbert Goh Jian Tian (25S6C) Students visiting booths during the CenTaD Poster Exhibition. Students' Science Research Club/Amy The Centre for Science Research & Talent Development Programme (CenTaD) Poster Exhibition 2026, organised by Hwa Chong's Students' Science Research Club (SSRC), was held on 27 February 2026 in the Inner Plaza. During this fair, student researchers had the opportunity to present their research posters to teac

Written by: Yang Xinxuan (25S70) Edited by: Lei Yanyang (25S61) Hwachongians participating in the workshop. Divernite/Sherzer On 2nd March 2026, as part of OECD We Are Future Makers project, a virtual sign language workshop was held at Hwa Chong Institution (College Section) by Divernite, a group of C2 Hwachongians, in collaboration with students from Grigore Moisil National College in Romania, to uncover the perspectives and challenges of the lives of the disabled, providing

Written by: Pan Yi Jie, Kayla (25S6N) Edited by: Lei Yanyang (25S61) Ashton facing off against an opponent from the Philippines during the SEA Games 2025. Ashton Chia Yu Zhe Ashton is a professional Makruk and ASEAN Chess player. Makruk and ASEAN Chess feature several differences from their international counterpart – namely pawns starting on the third rank, the lack of castling, weaker moves for the queen and bishops, and a unique draw-counting system. For most athletes, the

Written by: Jiang Xindi (25S6H) Edited by: Lei Yanyang (25S61) Sisters Li Zhenghong and Li Zhengyan represented Singapore in badminton at the 2025 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games. Lianhe Zaobao Sisters Li Zhenghong and Li Zhengyan won the bronze medal in the Badminton Women’s Team Event at the SEA Games 2025. “She is multifunctional and plays too many roles. She’s my sister, my roommate, my doubles partner…my best friend and partner-in-crime, but also the  professional troublemak

Written by: Keith Tan Si Jie (25S77) Edited by: Lei Yanyang (25S61) On 4 March 2026 from 12.30 to 4.00 pm, students were given the opportunity to attend the ECS Fair 2026, an event designed to help students explore their options after graduation. The fair brought together university representatives, industry partners, and government agencies to provide students with valuable insights into higher education, scholarships and potential career pathways.  Throughout the afternoon,

Written by: Xiong Zhihan (25A12) and Rychelle Wong Zi Yen (26A15) Edited by: Lei Yanyang (25S61) C1 student from Apollo faculty decked out in face paint. Studio Ardent/Rayanne The afternoon of February 24th saw the C1s from the four faculties, decked out in their colourful faculty shirts, streaming into the wings of the Central Plaza with an almost palpable energy. The chilly breeze weaving through the crowds forewarned the arrival of rain, however, with a light drizzle quick

Written by: Isabelle Lim (25S6C) Edited by: Gilbert Goh (25S6C) and Lei Yanyang (25S61) On 16 February 2026, both the High School and College sections of Hwa Chong Institution gathered for a morning of festive cheer and cultural appreciation as students and staff came together to celebrate Chinese New Year. The celebrations began at 7.40am with a combined assembly and joint celebration held at the Terraces, Cheng Yi Auditorium and College Hall. The concert officially commence

Written by: Glynnis Lok Jia Yu (26S73) Edited by: Lei Yanyang (25S61) As part of their national education learning journey experience, some C1 classes visited the Eurasian Heritage Gallery to learn more about the Eurasian community and multiculturalism in Singapore. In 1511, the first Portuguese arrived in Singapore, followed by the Dutch and the British. The European men married the local women, and their children became the first of the Eurasians.  Stepping into the tour, w

Written by: Liu Lexi (25S6K Edited by: Lei Yanyang (25S61) C2 Silver Award recipients from Hwa Chong Institution. HCI SYPT Delegation/Yijun On 14 February 2026, two teams of C2 students from Hwa Chong Institution (College Section) participated in the Category A Finals of the Singapore Young Physicists’ Tournament (SYPT) at the School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences, NTU. HCI Team 1, composed of Zhu Yijun (25S6G), Luo Zihan (25S66), Lim Kai Yi (26S6H) clinched the Bronze

Written by: See Hui Xin (26A14) Edited by: Lei Yanyang (25S61) Students posing in Maghain Aboth Synagogue's prayer hall. Publications Society/Hui Xin On 25 February, C1 students from Hwa Chong Institution embarked on a national education learning journey in exploration of various themes, such as multiculturalism. One of these was a visit to the Jews of Singapore Museum. The museum, housed in the Jacob Ballas Centre, stands side by side with the Maghain Aboth Synagogue, formin

Written by: Lee Koon Kai (25S72) Edited by: Lei Yanyang (25S61) Across the span of 5 days on 4-6 and 12-13 February 2026,  Interact Club organised the Interact Week 2026, a large-scale event aimed at raising awareness on the plights of four vulnerable groups in the Singapore society – migrant workers, the elderly, bone marrow recipients, and persons with disabilities. This event aimed to encourage students to look beyond the surface, and show meaningful appreciation or help o

Written by: Winton Fu (25A11) Edited by: Gilbert Goh (25S6C) On 20 Feb 2026, the school welcomed members of a local band, Goose 我鸟 , to Hwa Chong Institution for a special songwriting workshop organised by HCWeyoung, Hwa Chong College's songwriting band. The session was open to students from Sec 1 to Junior College Year 2 across Hwa Chong Institution and Nanyang Girls High School, bringing together budding musicians and music enthusiasts for an afternoon of learning and inspi

Written By: Tsai Enn Nor, Angelina (25S72) Edited By: Lei Yanyang (25S61) Team photo of Hwa Chong's participants in the URA CUBE 2025; from left to right: Lin Rui, Avril; Pan Ziying; Teng Zhao En, Cheryl; Teo Jie Jun Jayden; and Eion Chan Jen Sen. Hwa Chong Institution/Pan Ziying Between 24 and 28 November 2025, our Hwa Chong geography students – Lin Rui, Avril (25A15), Team Leader; Teng Zhao En, Cheryl (25A15); Pan Ziying (25S77); Teo Jie Jun Jayden (25S6K), Assistant Team L

Written by: Liu Lexi (25S6K) Edited by: Lei Yanyang (25S61) C1 Students touring the classrooms. Studio Ardent/Megan Orientation is one of Hwa Chong’s flagship events, aimed at helping C1 students transition to school life at College and experience the vibrant school culture.  O1 kicked off with the C1s in their respective Orientation Groups (OGs). On the first day, C1s were led on a school tour around iconic school locations, such as the Clock Tower and Kuo Chuan Museum. They

Written by: Xinxuan Yang (25S70) Edited by: Gilbert Goh (25S6C) As part of Hwa Chong Institution’s continued commitment towards environmental stewardship, Hwa Chong Green Council has launched a new sustainability initiative across the school campus with the introduction of the Cora Smart Recycling Bin.  This is carried out in partnership with Cora Environment, one of Singapore’s leading sustainable waste management companies. Otherwise known as REHub, the Cora Smart Recycling

Written by: Delphina Chia (25A14) Edited by: Gilbert Goh (25S6C) In the spirit of compassion and community this Chinese New Year, the Hwa Chong Institution (College) Values-in-Action Council (VIAC) successfully organised the annual donation drive to support senior residents in Taman Jurong. Held from 20th January to 3rd February 2026, the drive was conducted in collaboration with the SG Cares Volunteer Centre@Jurong and the NTUC Health Active Ageing Centre. The student body r