North Vista Secondary School
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| Chinese Name | 德新中学 |
| Malay Name | Sekolah Menengah North Vista |
| Abbreviation | NVSS |
| School Code | 3071 |
| Motto | Viva La Vista or Everlasting Vision |
| Established | 1956 |
| Type | Government, Co-educational, Secondary |
| Principals | Mr Lim Lai Chuan |
| Vice-Principals | Mr Yong Kek Shoong
Mrs Tay Kheng Siong |
| Distinctions | Academic Value-Added Bronze Award (Normal)
TAF Gold Award |
| Location | Sengkang New Town, Singapore |
| Students | (Academic Year 2006) School: 1500, comprising: |
| Staff | (as of 16 February 2006) 77, comprising: |
| SAC Members | SAC: 7 |
| Address | 11 Rivervale Link Singapore (545081) |
| Homepage | http://www.northvistasec.moe.edu.sg |
North Vista Secondary School (Abbreviation: NVSS; Chinese: 德新中学) is a secondary school located in Sengkang, in the north-eastern part of Singapore.
On 15th December 2000, the campus was relocated to Sengkang New Town from Thomson. Thomson Secondary School was being re-named to North Vista Secondary School when it was relocated. However the school retained its Chinese name to preserve its historical links with the new school.
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[edit] Mission, Vision and Philosophy
Mission: North Vista is committed to providing Vistarians with a sound education that will equip them with the necessary skills, knowledge and values for lifelong learning.
The school's guiding principle will be VISTA which stands for :
Vibrant and Nurturing Environment
Innovative and Creative Minds
Self Discipline and Leadership Qualities
Tolerant and Responsible Behaviour
Ability-driven Education
Vision: A school of choice for pupils seeking a sound education in a nurturing and inviting environment.
Philosophy: The school believes that all Vistarians have the CHARACTER, COMMITMENT and COMPETENCE TO LEARN and ACHIEVE, and will become FINE LADIES and GENTLEMEN as they develop in their PHYSICAL, INTELLECTUAL, MORAL, AESTHETIC and SOCIAL QUALITIES.
Core Values
The school core values are chosen to complement the school philosophy.
- Integrity
- Respect
- Resilience
- Independence
- Self-Discipline
- Thrift
- Camaraderie
[edit] Strategic Thrusts
The school hopes to work towards the following aspects:
Excellent Arts Education
Effective Teaching & Learning
Cohesive and Commmitted Staff
Structures and Pervasive Values Education
Engaging and Vibrant CCAs
[edit] History
North Vista Secondary School has a long and illustrious history. It started as Thomson Government Chinese Middle School in 1957 before it merged with Thomson Vocational School to be known as Thomson Secondary School .
When Thomson Secondary School was relocated to Sengkang Town on 15 December 2000, its name changed to North Vista Secondary School.
The Chinese name of Thomson Secondary School was maintained to preserve its historical links with the new school.
During the 50 years of existence, the school has produced many outstanding individuals who have made their mark on society and contributed to the development of our country. They include politicians, senior civil servants, army officers, corporate leaders and sportsmen.
This year, 2006, the school is celebrating its Golden Jubilee. Celebrations are lined up throughout the year.
In February, the Homecoming Ceremony is held, whereby past students from the old Thomson Secondary School were invited to the new campus at Sengkang to join in the celebration with the current students of the school. A torch relay was held from the school's first campus at Anson Road to the former Thomson Secondary School campus at Thomson Road and all the way to the current campus in Sengkang.
In April, a Golden Jubilee concert was held at the NUS University Cultural Centre. Performances were put up by the school's choir, symphonic band, drama club, modern dancers and Chinese dancers.
In September, a Gala Dinner was held at the school's premises. Former students were once again invited to the grand event to celebrate the school's Golden Jubilee.
[edit] Special Programmes and Facilities
The school is one of few schools in Singapore that have a unique school hour system. Every Wednesday, formal lessons start late at 11.40am to free up morning hours for Co-Curricular Activities, in tandem with the school's hope of building up a vibrant and engaging CCA system.
The school is currently the North Zone Music Centre, offering the 'O' Level Music Programme to students in the northern area of Singapore. It has a music centre, Shaw Melodies @ Vista, specially built for this. The music centre is built from subsidies by the Shaw Organization.
Other than the 'O' Level Music Programme, the school also offers Higher Chinese.
[edit] CCAs offered by NVSS
Uniformed Groups
Guides
National Cadet Corps
National Police Cadet Corps
Scouts
St. John Ambulance Brigade
Performing Arts
Choir
Chinese Dance
Drama Club
Modern Dance
String Ensemble
Symphonic Band
Sports and Games
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Netball
Softball
Clubs and Societies
Art Club
Media Resource Library Club
Multimedia Club
Tri-Touch Club
[edit] Achievements
The school has performed well in the area of performing arts and is working towards a niche in that area.
Performing Arts
2005 SYF Central Judging for Chinese Dance - Gold with Honours
2005 SYF Central Judging for Modern Dance - Gold
2005 SYF Central Judging for Symphonic Band - Silver
2005 SYF Central Judging for Choir - Silver
2005 SYF Central Judging for Drama Club - Silver
2006 SYF Central Judging for Art Exhibition - 1 Silver, 1 Bronze
Uniformed Groups
NPCC - Unit Overall Proficiency Award (Silver)
NPCC - National Campcraft Competition (2nd)
Academics
Academic Value-Added Bronze Award (Normal)
2006 6th Elementz Science Project Conmpetition - 2 Silvers, 1 Bronze
2006 Mathematics Olympiad - 2 Bronzes, 1 Honourable Mention
2006 Singapore Microsoft Office Academic Skills Challenge - North Zone Champions (Microsoft Word and Excel Categories)
Physical / Sports
Cherish Award - Gold
TAF Gold Award
Modern Dance - Let's Work It! Challenge, Health Promotion Board Competition (Champions))
Netball - North Zone 'C' Division (4th))
Softball - North Zone 'C' Division (4th))
Other
2005/6 Schools Green Audit Awards - Palm Award
[edit] Accessibility
The school is located near to an LRT station, Ranggung LRT Station, and is served by six SBS Transit bus services namely: 119, 82, 80, 88, 87 and 89.
