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ACS(I) beat RI in last race to win overall A Div girls’ swimming title for the first time

Zahra Izam anchored Anglo-Chinese School (Independent) to win the A division girls 4x50m freestyle relay final.
Zahra Izam anchored Anglo-Chinese School (Independent) to win the A division girls 4x50m freestyle relay final.

From ligament tears to tears of joy: Raffles Institution’s Leonardo Mennella wins first NSG gold

Leonardo Mennella had torn three ligaments in his left ankle in 2024, but managed to win his first gold at the 2026 NSG.
Leonardo Mennella had torn three ligaments in his left ankle in 2024, but managed to win his first gold at the 2026 NSG.

Disbelief, then joy for ACS (I)’s Alexis Teo, who wins surprise 400m A Division gold

Alexis Teo crossing the finishing line, winning the National School Games A Division 400m sprint on April 8, 2026.
Alexis Teo crossing the finishing line, winning the National School Games A Division 400m sprint on April 8, 2026.

More than just a place to eat: Schools revamp canteens as social hangouts, study corners

Students playing foosball on March 10 at Tampines Meridian Junior College, where the canteen comprises four distinct zones for different uses, including a performance space.
Students playing foosball on March 10 at Tampines Meridian Junior College, where the canteen comprises four distinct zones for different uses, including a performance space.

JC student Ashton Chia wants to spread his love for chess to children, seniors

U20 5th place: Ashton Chia

Final day of National Schools Individual Chess Championships 2026, at OCBC Arena on Mar 17, 2026.
U20 5th place: Ashton Chia

Final day of National Schools Individual Chess Championships 2026, at OCBC Arena on Mar 17, 2026.

Forum: New University Admission Score system doesn’t reduce, but redistributes, stress

Forum: Junior colleges meeting diverse learning needs

Single admissions process to replace JC, poly and ITE postings from 2028

Students will use one common platform to submit up to 12 choices as part of the new Post-Secondary Admission Exercise.
Students will use one common platform to submit up to 12 choices as part of the new Post-Secondary Admission Exercise.

Forum: JC admission system recognises students’ holistic achievements

Back to school for Lions coach Gavin Lee, who shares lessons at Victoria JC

Lions head coach Gavin Lee (maroon top) and winger Glenn Kweh (dark blue top) taking a wefie with student Clarence Kuan during an engagement session at Victoria Junior College on Feb 23, 2026.
Lions head coach Gavin Lee (maroon top) and winger Glenn Kweh (dark blue top) taking a wefie with student Clarence Kuan during an engagement session at Victoria Junior College on Feb 23, 2026.

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