Bartley Secondary School
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Bartley Secondary School is a co-educational neighbourhood secondary school
in Singapore
. The principal is Mrs Mary Bay.
The enrolment was 81 boys and 10 girls. It was the first co-educational secondary school in Singapore. In 1955 the science laboratories, school hall and tuck shop were built. In 1956, the female population of Bartley was transferred to the newly completed Cedar Girls' Secondary School
. The school then became a boys' school in the secondary section. Post-secondary classes were also started in the same year, and female students were admitted to that level. The school also pioneered the National Police Cadet Corps
with the first unit being established in 1959.
In 1992 the school moved to the former Mt. Vernon Secondary School premises while a new school was built. In 1995 Bartley moved to new premises at 10 Jalan Bunga Rampai. In December 1995, a new principal, Mrs Tan So Wah, was appointed, the first woman principal. The school admitted girls at secondary level again in 1995, when it moved to the new site. Pre-university classes were phased out from the school in 1996. The school was upgraded (PRIME) in its present site from 2003 to 2005. Additional classes, learning suites and an enlarged school hall were added to the school.
Since Mrs Tan So Wah, the school has appointed Principals Mrs Dolly Ong (2002–2007) and Mrs Mary Bay (2008–present).
One of the stronger areas of Bartley Secondary School is the Student Leadership Development Programme and the CCA Programme. The school has the Student Council Board, Class Committee Council and Co-curricular Activity Leaders (formed by the top two leaders from all Uniform Groups, Performing Arts, Sports and Games and Clubs and Societies). Each of these group of Student Leaders receive training and development through their stint of duties and responsibilities in their respective areas. The annual Combined Student Leadership Camp was started in 2006. In June and November, the top two or three student leaders from every CCA come together to learn and grow together as part of their leadership training. The Combined Student Leaders Investiture was conceptualized from 2007 and it remains a highlight in the School Calender.
The school was banded for the first time in MOE's annual school ranking exercise in 2009. The school attributed this success to a lower student:teacher ratio.√
In 2010, the school received the MOE Master Plan Award 2010, Band 9 in Express and Band 5 in Normal Academic Course. Also the school achieved SAA for Academic (Express), SAA for Uniformed Group (5th Award) and SAA for Aesthetics (1st Award).
In 2011, the class, 2E2, was the winner for the Teachers' Day Dedication on 5, which dedication messages was showcased on the Channel 5 Television Show, The Noose on 1 September 2011. The dedication was filmed with Andre Chichak at Bartley Secondary School.
Up and coming to the fore,
Let us hail our alma mater ever more.
Strong and steadfast we will be,
Forge a strong community,
With the links of friendship,
Love and Loyalty
(Chrous)
Let's cry "Facta Non Verba"
And proclaim it near and far,
Whether it be work or play,
We'll go on from day to day,
And be well-prepared
To stand up to the fray
Majulah Singapura
Majulah Singapura
That's the cheer that links
Our people near and far.
Singapore will always be,
Growing with prosperity,
With the spirit that has
Made us strong and free
(Chorus)
Composed and Written by E.W. Jesudason & Seah Lye Huat
The change in name signifies the change in its roles and responsibilities. The motto of the BSC is "The Best that we can be".
Every Student Leader receive a new T-shirt with a design depicting the current theme, during the annual Combined Student Leaders Training Camp. Twelve T-shirt designs have been created for every theme.
Presidents / Vice Presidents of the Student Council
The Class Committee Council was started in 2006 with Ms Melissa Yam as the first teacher in charge.
The Student Leaders alumni organisation is called LEAD (Leadership Education and Assessment Department), formed in November 2006 by Mr Chin K T. Its purpose is to provide a link and a platform for all student leaders to keep in touch and to contribute to the leadership training and development of the student leaders in the school.
Presidents of LEAD
2007 - current 1st EXCO Melvin Toh (P), Lien Hui Ying (VP), Lyiana (VP), Nazurah (Hon Sec)
In 2008, the school brought the student leaders from the Student Council, CCC and CCA groups together in its inaugural Combined Student Leaders Investiture on 14 July. The ceremony saw the student leaders come together to take the Student Leaders Pledge. The 2nd Combined Student Leaders Investiture took place on 17 August 2009.
In June 2009, the President Lecture Series (PLS) was started in the mid year training camp. The aim of the PLS is to bring back former student leaders to come back to share their leadership development experiences and motivate the student leaders to be "the best that they can be"
Secondary school
Secondary school is a term used to describe an educational institution where the final stage of schooling, known as secondary education and usually compulsory up to a specified age, takes place...
in Singapore
Singapore
Singapore , officially the Republic of Singapore, is a Southeast Asian city-state off the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula, north of the equator. An island country made up of 63 islands, it is separated from Malaysia by the Straits of Johor to its north and from Indonesia's Riau Islands by the...
. The principal is Mrs Mary Bay.
History
The school was founded on 18 February 1952 with Mr Chua Leong Hean as the first principal who also designed the School Crest.The enrolment was 81 boys and 10 girls. It was the first co-educational secondary school in Singapore. In 1955 the science laboratories, school hall and tuck shop were built. In 1956, the female population of Bartley was transferred to the newly completed Cedar Girls' Secondary School
Cedar Girls' Secondary School
Cedar Girls' Secondary School is an all-girls educational institution/high school established in 1957 in Singapore with an enrolment of 507 girls, 13 classes and a staff of 18. The school went single session in 1992 and gained autonomous status in 1996. All classes are in the Express or Special...
. The school then became a boys' school in the secondary section. Post-secondary classes were also started in the same year, and female students were admitted to that level. The school also pioneered the National Police Cadet Corps
National Police Cadet Corps
The National Police Cadet Corps is the largest uniformed group for youths in Singapore in terms of membership. As of 31 March 2004, the organisation has 596 teacher officers and 20,146 student members in 155 secondary schools, 2 polytechnics open units and 2 University Open Units.With the support...
with the first unit being established in 1959.
In 1992 the school moved to the former Mt. Vernon Secondary School premises while a new school was built. In 1995 Bartley moved to new premises at 10 Jalan Bunga Rampai. In December 1995, a new principal, Mrs Tan So Wah, was appointed, the first woman principal. The school admitted girls at secondary level again in 1995, when it moved to the new site. Pre-university classes were phased out from the school in 1996. The school was upgraded (PRIME) in its present site from 2003 to 2005. Additional classes, learning suites and an enlarged school hall were added to the school.
Since Mrs Tan So Wah, the school has appointed Principals Mrs Dolly Ong (2002–2007) and Mrs Mary Bay (2008–present).
One of the stronger areas of Bartley Secondary School is the Student Leadership Development Programme and the CCA Programme. The school has the Student Council Board, Class Committee Council and Co-curricular Activity Leaders (formed by the top two leaders from all Uniform Groups, Performing Arts, Sports and Games and Clubs and Societies). Each of these group of Student Leaders receive training and development through their stint of duties and responsibilities in their respective areas. The annual Combined Student Leadership Camp was started in 2006. In June and November, the top two or three student leaders from every CCA come together to learn and grow together as part of their leadership training. The Combined Student Leaders Investiture was conceptualized from 2007 and it remains a highlight in the School Calender.
The school was banded for the first time in MOE's annual school ranking exercise in 2009. The school attributed this success to a lower student:teacher ratio.√
In 2010, the school received the MOE Master Plan Award 2010, Band 9 in Express and Band 5 in Normal Academic Course. Also the school achieved SAA for Academic (Express), SAA for Uniformed Group (5th Award) and SAA for Aesthetics (1st Award).
In 2011, the class, 2E2, was the winner for the Teachers' Day Dedication on 5, which dedication messages was showcased on the Channel 5 Television Show, The Noose on 1 September 2011. The dedication was filmed with Andre Chichak at Bartley Secondary School.
School Song
Bartley School of SingaporeUp and coming to the fore,
Let us hail our alma mater ever more.
Strong and steadfast we will be,
Forge a strong community,
With the links of friendship,
Love and Loyalty
(Chrous)
Let's cry "Facta Non Verba"
And proclaim it near and far,
Whether it be work or play,
We'll go on from day to day,
And be well-prepared
To stand up to the fray
Majulah Singapura
Majulah Singapura
That's the cheer that links
Our people near and far.
Singapore will always be,
Growing with prosperity,
With the spirit that has
Made us strong and free
(Chorus)
Composed and Written by E.W. Jesudason & Seah Lye Huat
Student Leadership Development
Bartley Student Council was formed in 1999 by Mrs June Ng, Vice Principal and headed by the late Mr Tay Soon Wang, Discipline Master. It was formerly known as the Bartley Prefectorial Board.| Years | Teacher in charge | SC/CCC teachers |
|---|---|---|
| 1999–2001 | Mr Tay Soon Wang | Mr Goh Yong Hung, Mr Chin Khen Theen (since 2000) |
| 2002–2005 | Mr Chin Khen Theen | Ms Geraldine Goy (since 2002), Ms Mabel Khong(since 2004), Ms Lee Miu Kiang (2004), Mr Sng Meng Wei (2005), Mr Steven Lee (Advisor 2002 - 2003) |
| 2006 | Ms Mabel Khong | Ms Geraldine Goy, Mr Imran, Mrs Stephanie Tham, Ms Gan Pei Ling, Mr Chin K T |
| 2007 | Ms Geraldine Goy | Mr Imran, Mrs Stephanie Tham, Mr Chin K T |
| 2008 | Ms Angie Ang | Mr Imran, Mrs Wong Lee Suan, Mr Fu Chee Sheng, Mr Chin K T |
| 2009 - 2010 | Mr VS Rangen (HOD Student Management) | Ms Angie Ang (Deputy Tr), Mr Fu Chee Sheng, Mrs Wong Lee Suan |
| 2011 | Ms Geraldine Goy | Ms Angie Ang (Deputy Tr),Mr.Fu Chee Sheng , Ms Agnes Ting, Ms Loh See Ming, Mr Chin K T (Advisor) |
The change in name signifies the change in its roles and responsibilities. The motto of the BSC is "The Best that we can be".
Every Student Leader receive a new T-shirt with a design depicting the current theme, during the annual Combined Student Leaders Training Camp. Twelve T-shirt designs have been created for every theme.
| Year | Theme |
|---|---|
| 1999–2000 | Motto: The Best that we can be |
| 2001 | Teamwork and Unity |
| 2002 | Fire and Integrity |
| 2003 | Inform, Impact, Influence |
| 2004 | Let our Dreams Fly |
| 2005 | Metamorphosis – The Power to Change |
| 2006 | Extraordinary – Above and Beyond |
| 2007 | Emerge – Crossing Over |
| 2008 | Dunamis – The Power of One |
| 2009 | UNO - To Excel as One |
| 2010 | Synergy - Together Stronger |
| 2011 | 10 000 - Seizing Each Day Purposefully |
| 2012 | 10 000 - Lighting the Way |
Presidents / Vice Presidents of the Student Council
| Year | President | Vice President(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Nirmal Rana | S Thevigha |
| 2000 | Nirmala Pun | Not available |
| 2001 | Mohd Rafiq | Peter |
| 2002 | Tan Teck Guan (5N1) | Lim Xiu Li (5N1) |
| 2003 | Janaki | Mohd Thoufic (4T1) |
| 2004 | Kelestina Leow (4E1) | Melvin Toh |
| 2005 | Nazurah Loh | Audrey Wong, Maria Leong (5N1) |
| 2006 | Ow Shiyuan (4E2) | Danielle Su (4E1), Liang Yen Chia (4E1) |
| 2007 | Allen Liao (5N1) | Paulina Ita, Alif (4T1) |
| 2008 | Li Chao Han (4N3) | Aaron Wong (4E2), Kok Sze Ping (4E1) |
| 2009 | Shaun Kwek (4E1) | Emma Chong (4E1), Gladys Cheong (4E1) |
| 2010 | Ariessa (4E1) | Wendelyn Chue (4N1), Nur Fifi (4T1) |
| 2011 | Koh Shaw Sian (4N2) | Christine Ong (4E2), Syed Abdullah (4N2) |
| 2012 | Tham Hui Mun (3E1) | Constance Poh (3E2), Ho Xiang Ling (3E2) |
The Class Committee Council was started in 2006 with Ms Melissa Yam as the first teacher in charge.
| Years | Teacher in charge | CCC Teachers |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Ms Melissa Yam | Ms Wong Mei Ling (Advisor) |
| 2007 | Ms Geraldine Goy, Ms Angie Ang (from July 2007) | Mr Chin K T (Advisor) |
| 2008 | Ms Angie Ang | Mr Fu Chee Seng, Mr Edmund Ong |
| 2009–2010 | Mr Fu Chee Sheng | Mr Edmund Ong, Mr Lim Heng Leng |
| 2011–present | Mr Fu Chee Sheng | Mr Edmund Ong |
The Student Leaders alumni organisation is called LEAD (Leadership Education and Assessment Department), formed in November 2006 by Mr Chin K T. Its purpose is to provide a link and a platform for all student leaders to keep in touch and to contribute to the leadership training and development of the student leaders in the school.
Presidents of LEAD
2007 - current 1st EXCO Melvin Toh (P), Lien Hui Ying (VP), Lyiana (VP), Nazurah (Hon Sec)
In 2008, the school brought the student leaders from the Student Council, CCC and CCA groups together in its inaugural Combined Student Leaders Investiture on 14 July. The ceremony saw the student leaders come together to take the Student Leaders Pledge. The 2nd Combined Student Leaders Investiture took place on 17 August 2009.
In June 2009, the President Lecture Series (PLS) was started in the mid year training camp. The aim of the PLS is to bring back former student leaders to come back to share their leadership development experiences and motivate the student leaders to be "the best that they can be"
| Year | PLS Speakers |
|---|---|
| 2009 | Tan Teck Guan (3rd EXCO), Melvin Lee (5th EXCO) |
| 2010 | Janaki (4th EXCO), Kalestina (5th EXCO) |
| 2011 | Shamsul (5th EXCO), Lydna (5th EXCO) |
Principals
- Tan So Wah 1996 - 2001
- Dolly Ong 2002 - 2007
- Mary Bay 2008 – present