CJC Congratulates the Class of 2018

The Class of 2018 did well at the GCE A-Level Examinations and has done the college proud. Their resilience and growth mindset shone through as they worked hard towards achieving their goals. Their grit and sense of purpose exemplified the college’s mission of developing every CJCian to be a Thinker with a Mission and Leader with a Heart.

Mrs Phyllis Lim, the Principal of CJC, celebrates the achievements of the Class of 2018. “Their achievements stand testament to their growth mindset, resilience, teamwork and commitment to serving the college and the community-at-large. The college would like to congratulate the students who showed tremendous grit in attaining their success. We give thanks to God for His blessings on the Class of 2018. We encourage this cohort to stay true to their mission and to constantly seek new opportunities to realise their dreams.”

Mr Tan Jek Suan, Vice Principal, added, “Our heartiest congratulations to the Class of 2018 on their results. We hope and pray that you continue to embody the CJC spirit of Truth and Love as you continue to light the way for others and for yourselves.”

The college would like to extend its heartfelt appreciation to the teachers and support staff, the Parent Support Group, the School Management Committee and the alumni for their generous support and prayers for the students.

The college congratulates and celebrates the academic and holistic achievements of these outstanding CJCians:

Jonan Yap Woon Kiat
Jonan demonstrated a zest for learning, as well as a high level of energy and pride in any endeavour that he applied himself to. He developed competencies for teamwork and servant leadership during his time in CJC. An independent learner who sets clear academic targets for himself, Jonan was awarded the CJC Flame Scholarship and the Ministry of Education Edusave Bursary Award in 2017 for achieving commendable grades. Being disciplined, Jonan was always attentive, well-prepared and punctual for every lesson, and completed his work with quality and respectable effort. As an active member of the Canoeing team, Jonan served as Secretary and coordinated training and the collection of funds. Jonan’s growth mindset is evident in his approach to learning and other aspects of personal development. Jonan is always receptive to advice given by his teachers. In class, he was open to new ideas and ways of doing things. His passion lies in Engineering and Physics, and he reads widely with a keen interest in current affairs.

“Teamwork was especially important to me in CJC. Whenever my friends or classmates had questions that we were unsure of, we knew that we could always count on each other for help. My friends and my parents form the bedrock of my support system.”

Vivian Tan Xin Ying
Vivian has shown great capacity for critical thought and intellectual curiosity, often looking beyond the boundaries of the syllabus in order to stretch her analytical skills. She participated in enrichment programmes like the Singapore Chemistry Olympiad 2017 and the STEP NUS Brain Camp 2018. Vivian is also generous with her knowledge for the benefit of her peers. She often seeks to understand the perspectives of others. For her diligence and commitment to her studies and commendable progress in her subjects, Vivian was conferred academic awards such as the Ministry of Education Edusave Good Progress Award in 2017, as well as several college academic achievement awards throughout both years. As Vice-President of Guitar Ensemble, Vivian was tasked with the responsibility of planning and managing weekly CCA sessions, as well as wielding the baton as secondary student conductor for her peers. Her leadership role helped her develop resilience and initiative and remain level-headed in the face of challenge and opportunity. Vivian held herself to high standards and did not compromise on the quality of her work. She strives to consciously adopt a growth mindset by taking on challenges that help push her past her current capabilities in order to become a better individual.

_“Dream that you can achieve great things or you will just be like any other person. And once you have a dream, you should work as hard as you can for it. All of us should persevere in order to build tenacity.” _

Dillen Singh
Dillen Singh Selvam was the Arts valedictorian of the Class of 2018. A role model to his peers in his leadership, academic and personal qualities, Dillen was a permanent fixture on the Principal’s Honour Roll and was awarded a CDC-CCC Education Merit Award in 2017 and an Academic Achievement Award in 2018. Inquisitive and uncompromisingly vocal in class, he displayed qualities of intellectual flexibility and critical thinking skills during class discussions. His genuine love for learning and clarity of purpose made him a joy to teach. Besides his academic qualities, he demonstrated empathy and compassion through his participation in the Overseas Service Learning Project in Thailand in 2017. Together with his teammates, Dillen embarked on a journey to create positive change in the lives of the less fortunate children in Ratchaburi, Thailand. Dillen was also an active member of the Drama Society, representing the college at the Singapore Youth Festival 2018, where the team was awarded the Certificate of Distinction. His dramatic talents were also expressed through his passionate performance in one of the lead roles at Literary Evening 2018. Dillen displayed excellent leadership capabilities as the Home Tutorial Councillor of his class. With enviable qualities of self-awareness, humility and empathy, Dillen is an inspiration to many of his peers.

“You’re on this broad journey of life. All these things that you do are just steps you take to get to the best version of yourself. Don’t be fazed by doing badly - there is no shame in encountering burnouts or hitting the wall. Don’t let one bad result get you down. Pick yourself up and carry on.”

Ryan Lee Shi Hern
During his time in CJC, Ryan Lee Shi Hern excelled in both academic and Co-Curricular Activities. He was Captain of the ASEAN School Games Men’s Gymnastics Team, leading his team to a Bronze medal in 2016 and making history in 2017, when his team achieved the best performance ever at the Games, with a total of eight individual medals and a team medal. In school, he applied himself diligently to his studies and was also elected Sports Leader and Patrick House Captain. As House Captain, he worked collaboratively to plan and execute school activities such as the Post-Promotional Examination Games in 2017 and the Sports and Aesthetics Carnival in 2018. To further his leadership development, Ryan participated in an Overseas Service Learning Project in Mai Chau in the Northwest region of Vietnam, and was also involved in his class’s Local Service Learning Project, the Meals-on-Wheels Programme organised by Touch Community Services. Leadership roles and achievements aside, Ryan is a modest young man who is eager to effect positive change in his community. He dreams of contributing to the academic world through research and development in the area of Chemistry.

“During my time in CJ, I realised that there are many students who underestimate their potential and as a result, do not work hard enough to achieve their goals. So, to the juniors - do not get affected by your shortcomings but take ownership of your learning and push yourself to do better. Prioritise your learning over things that may not necessarily be important and then focus on your studies fully.”

Celine Sim
During her two years in CJC, Celine Sim Yen Li was daring and farsighted in her pursuit of knowledge. A high achiever, she set high expectations for herself and worked towards them with tenacity, effort and determination. Celine was a recipient of the Edusave Merit Award. She was also a dedicated member of the college’s Netball team. As her class’s Assistant Home Tutorial Councillor, she was responsible and performed her duties diligently, demonstrating her decision-making skills as a competent leader. She was overall Chairperson for the class’s Local Service Learning Project, where she led her class in a project benefitting the Yellow Ribbon Foundation. This opportunity not only allowed her to give back to her community but also allowed her to grow in her leadership and communication skills. Outside the classroom, Celine was entrusted with the role of Producer for the college’s annual Literary Evening. As Producer, she was committed to team building and encouraged a cooperative atmosphere which improved the team’s morale. This led to her class earning the title of “Overall Best Production”.

“Go for consultations with your friends. It helps a lot because each friend does different things so you learn from your friends too. We benefit from learning and helping each other and ultimately, we want everyone to do well together. Moreover, know what you want and stick with that end in mind. When challenges come your way, always keep your end goal in mind.”

Isaac Soh
Isaac exhibited the best qualities one has come to associate with a CJCian: responsible, disciplined, caring. Not only was Isaac an exemplary student in the classroom, he demonstrated his commitment to a holistic education by pursuing his love of nature with the Environmental Science Society, eventually helming it as their President. During his tenure, he organised various recycling projects such as the Cross-Country Recycling Project as well as a week-long newspaper collection and environmental awareness programme during Earth Week. His teachers selected him for the Singapore Environmental Action and Leadership (SEAL) Programme at Yale-NUS College because of his knowledge and eagerness to learn about environmental issues. In all the endeavours Isaac undertook, he was never one to be daunted by the scale or the challenge of the task ahead. This included an Overseas Service Learning Programme trip to Vietnam where he and his teammates helped to construct a playground at a school in rural Vietnam. Isaac has a calm demeanor and is a thoughtful individual who is observant and sensitive to the needs of others.

“CJC has platforms like the Leadership Training Camp which helped me learn how to be a good leader for my CCA. My teachers were always there for me and made time for me whenever I had questions and doubts. So I would say that the teachers and staff were the most important support system I had.”

Tiffany Tan
During her time in CJC, Tiffany was a focussed and determined student with a growth mindset and a positive attitude towards her studies. Her tenacity and resilience saw her overcome difficulties and succeed even in the subjects she was weaker in. A recipient of the English Language Elective Scholarship (ELES), Tiffany was offered a work attachment opportunity with the Asian Film Archive (AFA) where she explored her interest in graphic design and advertising. Besides her academic pursuits, Tiffany developed sound leadership skills during her time in college. With her strong interpersonal skills, she was elected to the college’s 43rd Student Council. Tiffany’s strong faith and commitment to service saw her take on the position of Head of the Catholic Activities Wing, where she led her fellow councillors in organizing various events to promote faith formation within the college. She was also involved in planning and executing several major school events including Teachers’ Day, Open House 2018, Rockafella, and Graduation Night. Tiffany’s leadership skills were further honed during an overseas service learning project to Vietnam where she helped to create lessons to teach the local children soft skills. She also volunteered to be the trip’s photographer as she was eager to put her creativity to good use. Ever helpful and optimistic, Tiffany always went the extra mile to help her classmates in their work.

“I think it is very important to have something to ground you no matter what your religion is and have friends to speak with, especially when you are very stressed. My faith has helped me a lot in my CJ journey and I was able to use my talents to serve God and the school.”

Joshua Ng
Joshua’s strength lies in his drive to excel, be it in the area of sports or academia. He worked hard and encouraged his peers to do the same. He was a positive influence to his peers and established strong relationships with them. In class, he was engaged and showed an eagerness to learn. During his time in CJC, Joshua was elected Vice-Captain of the Rugby Team. In his leadership journey, Joshua developed organisational and facilitation skills by leading the team during training sessions. He never failed to motivate the team and was responsible for their welfare. In addition, Joshua was part of the main organising team that planned and facilitated activities during the college’s Open House and Co-Curricular Activities (CCA) Bazaar. Aside from leadership and academic development, Joshua also participated in two college-based service learning projects, which included an Overseas Service Learning Project in Ratchaburi Province in Thailand in 2017. In addition, as part of his class’s Local Service Learning Project in 2017, Joshua was involved in the Meals-on-Wheels Program organised by Touch Community Services. He delivered meals to the home-bound elderly, who expressed their gratitude for the meals and conversations that they had with the students.

“I chose CJC because of God, and by His grace, I managed to study my hardest even though I was tired. There is a lot of gratitude to all the people who have helped me through all this and especially to God, because without him, nothing is possible.”

Elizabeth Wee
Elizabeth’s focus, determination and capacity for criticality of thought demonstrated in her time in college was only rivalled by her tenacity in making the most of her CJC experience. Elizabeth adopted a holistic approach towards college life, having been President of the college’s Symphonic Band, wherein her exemplary leadership, self-discipline, and charisma were crucial in guiding her band towards a spirit of excellence. Elizabeth also served in the Music Ministry as a vocalist and an instrumentalist in school masses and important College events. Elizabeth was an Orientation Group Leader which further developed her sense of commitment in the arduous preparation for Orientation week. Her compassion towards others was seen in her participation in the 2017 Overseas Service Learning Project in Vietnam, a seven-day community involvement program, where, elected as the Second In-Charge, she contributed greatly to the project to make a positive difference in the lives of the children. She managed the team in the preparation and execution of the games, lessons, physical work activities, and was a crucial factor in the team’s success. While juggling the rigour of academic demands, she also rallied her class to perform during Literary Evening 2018 and she was the Director, Scriptwriter and main cast member. Their performance won ‘Best Production’ that year. She received the Edusave Character Award in 2017 and 2018 in recognition of her exemplary discipline and character, and is a model of the school’s values throughout and beyond her academic journey. Elizabeth’s gentle spirit and appreciation for beauty and the arts has only complemented her relentless drive for holistic development and she truly exemplifies a Thinker with a Mission, Leader with a Heart. She is proof that it is indeed possible to pursue your artistic passions and to balance it with a consistent focus on the academic journey.

“It was amazing how everyone was able to leave everything behind in Singapore, like the stress from school, as well as other personal problems, and just immerse themselves in the OSLP experience. It allowed me to step out of my comfort zone and helped me to become a better and more compassionate person. My OSLP experience played a significant role in improving my leadership skills as well.”

Lee Jen Chye
Jen Chye devoted himself wholeheartedly in all of his tasks and duties. He constantly strove to stretch and improve himself in his academic as well as sporting pursuits. Jen Chye demonstrated tremendous growth, especially in broadening his perspectives and recognising underlying assumptions and beliefs that drive society and humankind. As a member and Secretary of the Badminton team, Jen Chye actively sought to improve by watching matches and learning better ways to execute shots. A valuable member of the team, he represented the College in the National School Games. Jen Chye’s tenacity and determination to do well also shone in his participation in the National School Games ‘A’ Divisions for Golf where he overcame formidable competitors and clinched the 4th position in the Individual category. Jen Chye extends his philosophy of giving his best in every task, great or small, to his role as the class’s Subject Representative for Economics. He rallied his classmates and encouraged them to be consistent in their efforts for the subject. Jen Chye’s perceptive and analytical skills drive him towards an interest in the field of actuarial sciences as he is fascinated by the nature of the work involved.

“It is the passion for learning that produces the results because if you are passionate about something, it really motivates you to push through anything. It is that desire to learn more that pushes you to do better.”

Natasha Victoria Chew
Natasha is a proactive individual who is able to balance the responsibilities entrusted to her with the rigorous demands of college life. Her genial style of leadership, reliability, determination and compassion enable her to be a source of motivating influence on those around her. Academically, Natasha produced work that consistently demonstrated analytical and reflective thinking. She has a keen interest in History and English Literature, which saw her participating in different workshops and seminars such as the History Symposium in 2017, Literature NUS ESPE in 2017 and Pre-University Seminar in 2017. Her efforts paid off when she was one of the top five performers for History, English Language and Linguistics, and English Literature during several school examinations in 2017 and 2018. A talented individual with a passion for the performing arts, Natasha served as the Vice-President of CJC’s Drama Society. In recognition of her project management skills and passion for creative writing, Natasha was further selected to represent CJC as the student director and scriptwriter in the Singapore Youth Festival Arts Presentation in 2017. Her efforts contributed to the Drama Society’s success in achieving Distinction through an original piece titled, “Found You”. Natasha also demonstrated an eagerness to hone her leadership skills when she participated in the college’s Leadership Training Camp in 2017. She is a confident and eloquent speaker and was selected to be the master of ceremonies for various college events such as Teachers’ Day and CJC Celebrates in 2017. Natasha has a positive mindset that is dedicated to serving others. With a selfless and giving attitude, she never hesitates to help those around her, including volunteering for the Overseas Service Learning Project (OSLP) to Vietnam.

“My friends are my inspiration and I have had a lot of people to pull me through, for example, people in my class, and most importantly, my parents. I really strove to do my best because my mum came from a humble background and worked very hard. I felt like I had to work as hard to pay her back.”

Shaun Song
Throughout his time in CJC, Shaun consistently set high expectations for himself. An eloquent speaker and a confident writer of the English language, Shaun was awarded the prestigious English Elective Scholarship by the Ministry of Education in 2017. Inquisitive by nature, he constantly engaged in discussions which promoted critical thinking and honed his holistic understanding of various disciplines. Outside the college, Shaun participated in various Model United Nations (MUN) conferences, including the Singapore Model Cabinet 2017, the Sustainable Youth Development Conference 2017, and the Harvard Model United Congress 2018, winning several Best Delegate awards. Shaun also demonstrated leadership capabilities during his time in the college. As an Administrator and Executive Committee member of the Student Council, Shaun set high standards for his team of Councillors. A systematic leader, his organisational and management skills were best exemplified through his roles in the main planning committee for key college events such as Open House, CCA Bazaar and the JC1 Orientation Programme. An independent and critical thinker, Shaun is a positive influence to those around him. During his time in college, he has honed his leadership capabilities and deepened his understanding of the complexities of human interaction.

“What helped me through was being consistent with my studying and how I approached my work. I participated in class discussions actively and made sure I understood what was taught in class because whatever I could understand in class, I did not need to spend time outside of class to revisit. So, pay attention in class!”

In veritate et caritate

The college would like to heartily congratulate the following students on their commendable performance at the 2018 GCE A-Level examinations.

Representing the Humanities faculty, we have:
CYNTHIA ANDREA WONG SHI TING 2T02
OLI WINTER 2T02
BRINA LI YUAN YEE 2T02
CELINE SIM YEN LI 2T06
EL HILO SARAH KAI 2T01
NG XIAO YAN 2T01
SHAUN SONG 2T04
ELIZABETH WEE WEN CUI 2T06
VANESSA GRACE NG WEN HUI 2T03
CHLOE ALEXANDRA JIAYI YUNG 2T04
DILLEN SINGH SELVAM 2T04
CHUA JIA LING, GRACIA 2T01
ZANE SIAK CHEUNG YIEN 2T02
SHIM YEW BRIAN 2T05
NOAH LEE ZE NING 2T02
NICOLE MARIE CHRISTOPHER 2T01
EMMA ASHLEY NG 2T02
MUHAMAD MAMFIZAM B ISMAIL 2T01
CHEW NATASHA VICTORIA 2T02
GOH XIN YI MEGAN 2T03
TAN NING, TIFFANY 2T02
SEOW HUI QIN 2T02
MIRIAM MANTI CHARLES SAGUDA 2T01
GOH LIANG CHIA CHRISTOPHER F 2T01
CHIN SHI EN JOEY 2T03
BENJAMIN WEI-GUANG HECKER 2T03
NGIAM HENG HAO 2T03
SIM TZI HEAN 2T02
KOW QI WEI BERNADETTE 2T05
LEA CAELAINN SU-EN O’HARA 2T02
KACINE WEE WAN SI 2T02
JEROLD LIM XING JIE 2T01
CHEW XI WEN ISABEL 2T03

Representing the Science faculty, we have:
VIVIAN TAN XIN YING 2T19
YAP WOON KIAT, JONAN 2T16
JOSHUA NG YUANKAI 2T26
SEAN GUNAWAN 2T29
LEOW HUI AN, CHRISTABETH E V 2T29
JONATHAN TAY MING-YANG 2T18
CHEE RUI YANG, CLIFFORD 2T25
EUGENE ONG WEI XIANG 2T16
JONATHAN TAN 2T14
LEE XIONG WEI, JOEL 2T27
NG KAH CHUN 2T21
JESSICA CHARISSE GANADHI 2T29
SAMUEL KRISTIANTO TJONG 2T29
TAN WENYUAN, IGNATIUS 2T28
WONG HUAI HAI 2T11
LIEW YI ZHE 2T13
KOK YU HAN 2T14
RYAN LEE SHI HERN 2T26
LEE JEN CHYE 2T09
ISAAC SOH BING RONG 2T11
SHAREL ANG JIA HUI 2T18
LEE ZI KANG AARON 2T23
SIM HSIEN YI, GERALD 2T07
CHEN KEFEN 2T19
MATTHEW GANI 2T13
JUSTYN YEO 2T24
JUSTIN LOOI JENN WEI 2T09
DOMINICUS BIMAPUTRA SOEGIONO 2T25
JOEL TIMOTHY CHAN PING 2T10
CHAN JUN HAO, ANSELM 2T24
LIM DIAT BBIN 2T14
GOH JIN WEI, AARON 2T11
PANG KUANG WEI 2T16
WONG SEOW WOON 2T07
SIM KAI JUN 2T13

Our Archbishop, Flame and ELL Scholars who have done well:
LEOW HUI AN, CHRISTABETH E V 2T29
CLARISSA KHOR ZHEN YING 2T29
ANG ENG TENG 2T07
YAP WOON KIAT, JONAN 2T16
RYAN LEE SHI HERN 2T26
WONG YUET YEN 2T06
BRINA LI YUAN YEE 2T02
SHAUN SONG 2T04
ZANE SIAK CHEUNG YIEN 2T02
TAN NING, TIFFANY 2T02
KACINE WEE WAN SI 2T02

Our Student Leaders who have done well:
VIVIAN TAN XIN YING (2T19, Ensemble – Guitar Vice President)
ELIZABETH WEE WEN CUI (2T06, Band – Symphonic President)
YAP WOON KIAT, JONAN (2T16, Canoeing Secretary)
JOSHUA NG YUANKAI (2T26, Rugby Vice Captain)
SHAUN SONG (2T04, Student Council Administrator)
LEOW HUI AN, CHRISTABETH E V (2T29, First Aid Club Exco)
CHEW NATASHA VICTORIA (2T02, Drama – English Vice President)
CHEE RUI YANG, CLIFFORD (2T25, Floorball Secretary)
ZANE SIAK CHEUNG YIEN (2T02, Political Science Society Vice President)
MUHAMAD MAMFIZAM B ISMAIL (2T01, Rugby Exco)
SHIM YEW BRIAN (2T05, Student Council)
EMMA ASHLEY NG (2T02, Student Council Head of Dept CA Wing)
JESSICA CHARISSE GANADHI (2T29, Choir Exco)
GOH XIN YI MEGAN (2T03, Student Council)
TAN NING, TIFFANY (2T02, Student Council Head of Dept CA Wing)
WONG HUAI HAI (2T11, Badminton Vice President)
LEE JEN CHYE (2T09, Badminton Secretary)
KOW QI WEI BERNADETTE (2T05, Dance – Modern President)
ISAAC SOH BING RONG (2T11, Environmental Science Society President)
RYAN LEE SHI HERN (2T26, Team Sg Gymnastics and House Captain)
BENJAMIN WEI-GUANG HECKER (2T03, House Vice Captain)
SIM TZI HEAN (2T02, House Vice Captain)
KACINE WEE WAN SI (2T02, Speakers’ Ink President)
DOMINICUS BIMAPUTRA SOEGIONO (2T02, Football Captain and Music Ministry Secretary)

Students of Special Mention (GROW Students):
NG KAH CHUN 2T21
RYAN LEE SHI HERN 2T26
BENJAMIN WEI-GUANG HECKER 2T03
SIM TZI HEAN 2T02
TAN ZHENG RUI 2T14
ERIN CHUAH I-LIN 2T05
TAN JING HAN 2T23
JAZMINE MONAZ 2T01
LOY SONG LING, HILLARY 2T23
ARUNIMA DAS 2T02
WONG YUET YEN 2T06
TAN QI SHENG 2T14
GLENDA CHIA 2T02