Cultural Walk - URA Singapore City Gallery, Kampong Glam & Little India

URA , Singapore City Gallery

Valerie Chang (Yio Chu Kang Sec Sch) & YEUNG Wing In (Chiu Lut Sau Memorial SS)
We think that we're very fortunate to have actually participated in this programme.This programme has actually allow us to know each other.despite the fact that we're both from different country and have different lifestyles,we're glad we can communicate with each other very well !We would really like to thank all the teachers that have worked hard just to plan this for us .The sandcastle building was really great !It has taught us that teamwork plays a very important part in our daily life !Without teamwork,we can;t accomplish anything.It has also help us think that we're not alone and there's always people by our side !This has really motivated us and we felt loved at that particular point of time.We visted three very interesting and historical place today.They are the Kampong Glam which belongs to the malays,the lovely and cheerful chinatown which belongs to the chinese and lastly..little indian.which obviously belongs to the indians.We did alot of shopping and the school even organised for us to try indian's goodies !It was really yummy and unique.The hong kong people got to try something they have never tried in their life before !we visited many temples and we took many beautiful pictures !it was a fruitful trip and we enjoyed ourself very much !Every night after our activities,we will go to the gym and workout !We think it;s part of keeping fit !We are glad that we have the same interest which therefore allows us to do the things that satisfy both of us !My mother cooked curry for my hongkong buddy to try.I'm glad she liked it alot!We're sad that we only have one week left with each other.At first, we thought two weeks was very long..but after all the fun times we had together,we realise that two weeks is actually very short .We hope to have an oppotunity to have an exchange programme again !we didn't regret taking part and instead,we're very grateful to all the teachers that have specially planned this for us ! THANK YOU TEACHERS ! WE REALLY APPRECIATE ALL YOUR HARD EFFORTS ! WITHOUT U,ALL THIS WOULDN'T HAVE HAPPENED !

Darren Li (Yio Chu Kang Sec Sch)
Today's tour started off at the URA centre where we got a bird's eye view of the island of Singapore. The models were built accurately to match the real thing. A video presentation and game hosted by Gurmit Singh gave us an insight on Singapore's history. Surprisingly, the book of places you should see before you die say's that you should go to Singapore's food centre's to before you get your 1 way ticket to heaven. After that, we went for a tour around the historical places. Unfortunately, we couldn't walk around Chinatown as it was raining. but we did get to walk around Kampong Glam and Little India as the rain had subsided by then. At Little India, we entered a temple. The statues inside were very beautifully carved and did not fail to amaze. The little knick-knacks sold at kampong glam were interesting as well, ranging from wooden stuff to old tin toys.

Beverley Lee ( Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
Today we had a cultural tour, we went to Kampong Glam and Little India...We had " 1st class" tour guides to bring us around and to explain themeaning of certain places...We did some shopping and had lots of fun..


Mak Yung Ka (Yuen Long Public S S -attached to Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
Tan Siew Leng (Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
We went to the Little India, URA and the temple today. The stuff there was really cheap and beautiful. I bought lots of things there for my family and friends, and of course also some for myself too. I bought a small little handbag for myself and a scarf for my teacher in Hong Kong. There are many things that i actually wanted to buy but i think that there are more in other places.


Li Ka Wing (Tsuen Wan GSS - attached to Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
We went shopping today. I learny lots of things although we just spent a little time for each place. I think do everything can learn things , including shopping. We can see a lot of things, and we can say that this widens our horizons. I enjoyed today's shopping.



Derrick Ng (Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
We went to the URA building and i was able to learn a bit more about singapore even though i am singaporean.I saw my buddy buying many souviornirs for his family at kampong glam which made me fell touch.We also went to little india to pay a visit.It was a fun and educational Trip after all!!!


Kennedy Kan (Queen's College - attached to Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
Today,we went to the URA building to learnt how singapore cities were built.WE had fun playing the voting game.Nvirext,we continued our journey to kampong glam.I bought many souviors so that i can give my parents and friends.We also went to Little India and i learnt a little bout the indian culture!It was a niceee day!!!




Liu Wing Yan
We went to Little India , Chinatown and Kampong Glam , I bought many things in there ,and it is cheap , and nice! no more things need to buy so I can buy NDSL because I have extra money ,haha~ When we stay n the bus , teacher buy some cakes for us , I love these , it is nice,I want to eat more ! After , we go back to home and have a dinner , it is so nice !Today is a nice day !



Sunny Sun
Today the whole group went to Chinatown,Little India and Kampong Glam.I went there before a few years ago.But I did not go to Chinatown when i'm in primary school.Of course,I did not shop as much in the cultural tours.The shops in Kampong Glam have many interesting items.There are miniature majong tiles,and some toys.Overall this whole trip is is really fruitful-for my buddy.On the bus,i was so tired that i had to take a nap on the bus!


Choy Wut Luen Lilian
Today is Monday.
I don't know why i can't have a well slept last night.
But nevermind I think I will be well today.
Today we have gone to little india and somewhere.
And I have buy something for my family and friends.


Ho King Wang (Queen's College - attached to Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
I have a nice day today.We went to China town , Little India in the afternoon.There have many things to see .And it is interesting. I can know the difference of culture in Singapore. And how the government to develop the country of Singapore. So that the conclusion is '' I have got a good lesson today.''


Fiona Cheung
Today is my ninth day in Singapore. It was Monday, sowe need to go to school today. We had PE lesson. But Iforgot to bring my PE shirt and sport shoes. I sat onthe floor and watched what they did. I thought it wasso boring. At 1220, Joyclyn had a test and I went tothe canteen to have my lunch. We went to Chinatown andLittie India after lunch. There have many things tobuy and I bought something for gift to my family. :))


Tan Ming Kwang ( Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
Today, our school brought us to URA Building, Little India and Kampong Glam. These places have rich cultures and history beneath them. Firstly, we went to school as per usual and then we were released at 1.10pm and boarded the bus at 2pm. We visited URA Building first as we were presented with a 3D model of Singapore. I found my mother's new and old office and told my buddy about it. Next we visited Kampong Glam as we went to shop a little before we went to Little India. In Kampong Glam, we were exposed to the rich malay/arab culture and bought a few things for gifts. We also shopped a little in Little India before we went home and rest.

Situ Jun ( Queen's College - attached to Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
Today, we visited the URA Building, Little India and Kampong Glam. In the URA Building, we had a quiz about social knowledges of Singapore, a light show and we have seen the 3D map of Singapore, we learnt about the urban planning of Singapore.Later, we went to Little India.We tried some traditional food of Indians.The taste is quite strange to me.Then, we have been to Kampong Glam and go for shopping.I bought some Voodoo Doll for my brother and myself. At last, we returned home at halfpast six.


Beckie Ho(Pasir Ris Crest Sec Sch)
Today was a busy day and it was the first schoolday after the weekend.At 2:00 we went out to have our trip.First we bought some special things.Then we went to the Little India it was very hot and there were many people.Next day we will go to the NCC.I think I will be very tired.

Beautiful Sunday in SIngapore

Clarke Quay

Vivocity

Junction 8 Shopping Centre

Ang Mo Kio Hub

Tan Siew Leng and Mak Yung Ka

We went to Clark quay and the Chinatown with Siew Leng's aunt today. I took many pictures and the Clark quay is more beautiful than I thought. There are many pubs and restaurants on the both side of Singapore River. She treated us lunch at one of the micro brewery restaurant,BREWERKZ, the food there is very expensive. We also went to the shopping mall and brought a lot of things.

Tham Jing Yi (Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)

today wanted to go china town derhs but in the end nv .. small small arguements but was fine .. so went shop shop lorhs .. went food court sit for quite long .. crappin bout sth .. denden went arcade .. nort veri fun so went off early to go to other place .. went to bishan j8 and amk hub to walkwalk ,shopshop ... enjoyed myself with all my darlins and friends ,buddy too..:DDDD :DDDD

Joceylyn Soh (YCKSS) LEUNG Wing Yi & Xiao Wei (Belilios Public School)
Today is Sunday. We woke up at 8 o¡¦clock in the morning. Then, we went to Vivo City, which is the largest shopping center in Singapore. We went there by MRT. It¡¦s quite far away from the house. In the shopping center, we bought a lot of things. They were so cute.>w<¡¨We walked in the shopping center until 6 in the evening. Then we ate our dinner in the food court. IWe had some noodles and dumplings. They were delicious. After that, we went home happily.

Kwan Wai Yu - Queen's College (Attached to YCKSS)

We went shopping today with Jonathan, Patrick and our buddies. We went to a big shopping mall that has a lot os shops. Alter lunch, we met Jocelyn and her buddies, so we went shopping together. I haven't bought much thing because the thing is too expensive! After shopping, we went home and have dinner. Today is a nice day and I have learned more about Singapore culture.

LEUNG Ka Man (South Tuen Mun GSS(Attached to Yio Chu kang Sec School))
I’ve visited lots of places and eaten much food with my buddy and her family today. First, we ate the Bak Kut Teh” at the food court. It’s very nice! Then we traveled around the eastern part of Singapore by car and I felt very enjoyable. After that, I tried the” Ang Ku Kueh” and I thought it’s not so good. We visited the Chinatown and drank “Cooling tea” there. I felt very happy! We went to the Botanic Gardens after we had eaten the Kaya toast. The garden is very beautiful with many trees. The fresh air made me comfortable. Later, we ate Japanese food for dinner. It’s very tasty and I ate a lot. We took the dog for a walk for about one hour then. It’s very enjoyable and I thought I’ve been grown up. P.s. We are always eating.

Li Ka Wing

Today, we went shopping and brought a lot of souvenir. Then, we went to a book shop, I got a reference book there. I enjoyed going shopping in Singapore very much!!it's a fantastic place.

Beverley Li (Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)

Today i brought my buddy, karen, to Chinatown to eat sauce chickennooddle(yao kai mean). After that we arranged to meet Chor May and her buddyat harbourfront MRT to bring them to buy sovenirs of Singapore and the cheapcandies...after walking for quite a long time we then decided to go tochinatown with chor may's buddy again to buy more cheaper sovenires and theybought a lot of stuff..We almost walked the whole chinatown and luckliy wewere able to find our way back to the MRT Station..I would never forget whatit is like to walk the whole street..=]haha hehe!!

Yesterday was my friend's birthday, but I forgot tosay "Happy Birthday!" to her !! :(("Happy Birthday, Red Cloth Fish >///<"Today was my eighth day in Singapore. It was also aholiday, we don't need to go to school. But I went tochurch with Joyclyn in the morning. It was very funand I met some new friends. After that, Joyclyn had alesson, I went to some bok shops with her mother andbrother. I had bought some books to read. At night, weate seafood in a chinese restaurant, It was verydelicious!!! XDDD

Hougang Mall

Kannedy Kan (Queen's College - attached to Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
Today,I went to Lucky Plaza with my buddy family. I go mto there by MRT(Mass Rapid Transport). We went there to play in arcade. I play games like soccers, racing and fighting. I enjoy them much. The games are fun. Ha! Ha! Ha!Later, we go back. I went to the shopping mall nearby my buddy's home which is called Hougang mall. I buy some souvenirs for my family and my friends.



Pasir Ris Park

Liu Wing Yan
Today, i went to Pasir Ris Park with my buddy 's family , i was tried riding a horse and it really boring , but the ticket about $10 dor!! Then , we went to beach and my buddy 's dog can swim , it was so tried about today , we went back to home and then call some pizza , i 'm really full

Sun Sunny
I went to Pasir Ris Park today with my whole family and my buddy,including my dog. We wanted to bring my dog to the beach to see if it knows how to swim.And it does!He swims for a distance until his legs could not reach the sand anymore, and swims back. Initially we wanted to go to East Coast,but because there is horseback riding, we went to Pasir Ris instead.I did not sit the horseback riding,but my buddy tried instead.The tickets were really expensive for just one short round around the range.After this outing, I was quite tired,and I couldn't wait for another outing like this!!


Karen Cheng Yu Lo ( -attached to Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
Today we went to Chinatown and Harbourfront to buy some soveniers(??spelling mistake??). It's really fun and I am so tired now~


Tan Chor May (Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
WOW!!! Today was fun! We went Harbourfront and then chinatown! Later we went compass point and my buddy actually bought assessment books!!! I buy one already complain until like hell and she bought more than four!! HAHA!!!


Choy Wut Luen Lilian (-attached to Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
Today we were going to shop.
I didn't buy anything but I still happy today.
I chated with them in a food court and it was very happy.
It's a fine day.

Weekend activities!! :)

Li Ka Wing Karen ( - attached to Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
Today, we went to the zoo, we saw lots of valuable animals, like polar bears, tigers etc. In Hong Kong, we don't have a chance to see lots of animals since Hong Kong doesn't have any zoos.This zoo is fantastic. If I have a chance, I will visit it again.

Beverley Lee ( Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)

Today Chor May and i went to the Singapore Zoo together with our buddies.We went there and took alot of interesting photos of animals and had lots offun...Although it was raining today we still had a great time. It has been along time since i stepped into the Singapore Zoo, i would never for get thisday..=)

Mak Yung Ka (Yuen Long Public S S -attached to Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)

Tan Siew Leng (Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
We went for my NDP training today. It rained in the noon, so we are not allowed to march at Marina and we stay in the exhibtion hall at Suntec to rest. Luckily it did not rain during the NE show in the evening and Yung Ka watched the parade. After that, we saw the fireworks on our way back home.


Sandy Wang (Pasir Ris Crest Sec Sch)
my friend is currently watching miss hongkong 2007. haha, and we went out tobugis and orchard today. we took neoprint 4 times i think and then wenthome, we also met shanice and joyclyn on the way , but their buddies were'ntwith them, i wonder why? ok i wanna watch tv too good bye!

Ho King Wang ( Queen's College - attached to Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
Today I went to the Night Safari with Ta Ming and his mum in the evening .And have a nice time.There has lots of animals to see.And I am very tired now.So that is all.



Fiona Cheung
Today was my seventh day in Singapore. It was so happytoday, I bought lots of things. But I used so much money :( I woke up at 11am, it was so late. I watchedTV for four hours. The programmes were very good, suchas kids central and the American Idols. Then, we wentshopping with Shanice and zoe, we talked so muchthings, and we will go to Mong Kok together when Joyclyn and Shanice come to Hong Kong. ^^


Kan Kennedy ( Queen's College - attached to Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
today is saturday,the first day of the weekand i have in singapore. I go to compass pt., I am very joyful. I play at the timezone there. it is a good place to play games. I play my favourite games which is soccer games. Besides, i also play shooting ,racing and fighting. they are interesting. I like them very much

Racial Harmony Day ! Team building ! Sandcastle building!

Benjamin Oh (Tampines Sec Sch)
It was totally cool ! :DThe sandcastle building totally rocks :D We have learnt how to make sandcastles, ranging from short, to big, marvelous looking buildings.We have also learnt that teamwork is the most important,from helping to get the water, helping to build a stronger base,it has all shown that teamwork is very important and it is impossible to do everything by 1 person alone. Understanding each other, cooperating with each other, communication between one and another,are all very important in everyone's life. Friends are important for each and everyone of us.Without them, our life wouldn't be completed. Although our finishing sandcastle wasn't really that great, we were all happy to have known each other! :D


Lee Jin Wei (Yio Chu Kang Sec) & Chow Nok To (Chiu Lut Sau Memerial SS)
Today, the both of us learnt that building sandcastles is more difficult than it actually seems. All the scooping and pouring and mixing and so on and so forth really tired the both of us. The objective was to design a castle suitable for the Harry Potter movie .Our first attempt to try and construct the cone on top of the castle ended in failure as the sand wasn't wet enough and this caused it to crumble. This temporary setback allowed the other team to clinch the fifty points leap start. With such a short timing, we hastily constructed a rather rough looking castle and to our greatest relief it stood. Also a few of our containers cracked during the process, making the construction time stretch much longer as the cracks meant that the structure may not stand as it was not compacted enough during the filling time. After the sand castle building, we were allowed to leave early as we had a concert to attend. Lloyd and Jon car-pooled with us. On the whole, we were as tired as a dog.


Fadzhana Manaf (Yio Chu kang Sec School)
Today is the day we celebrate racial harmony in Singapore. I was looking forward to this event as we Singaporeans have different religions and races. I wanted to tell my buddy all about racial harmony day but as a student leader, I have to do my duty at the canteen so I don't really spent time with her. In the afternoon, at the beach, I had lots of fun building sand castle for the second time. I learn more about the importance of teamwork today.


Eugene Pang (Yio Chu kang Secondary School)
Today my buddy and I celebrated racial harmony in school. I brought my buddy around the school to show him how the different races celebrate their cultures. After school we went to East Coast Park to build sand castle. It was fun working together with ny other friends to build a wonderful castle. It was really a fun and enjoyable day.


Jan Wing Yan ( Chiu Lut Sau Memorial S S - attached to Serangoon Garden School)
The friday in Singapore.This is the first day i go to 2E3.It's tatally different with the class i went before.They are quite quiet during the lessons.
Today is sooooooo special.For the rest time.There are some little shops for selling the food from different countries.I loved the Curry Chicken.It's very nice.We also went to the hall today for the inter-house drama competition.Um,,,it's so different with the Hong Kong's one.This one had a little bite.........is that i dont know what were they doing.It looked like rehoso not the competition.After school,we went to East Coast Park to ply the sand.Of cause,not just play.We had to make a castle.I totally know what team work mean today.At first,we didnt know what design we had,what are we going to do and we dont know each other.After it,our product was very ugly and going to collape,but we know each other more.I think that's why we had this activity.

About my buddy ...... (",)

Guys and gals... Want to share your views about your buddy? Let them know how much you love and appreciate them!



Tan Zhong Wei ~ Geylang Methodist School(Secondary)
Only a few days after the HK-SG exchange programme and i found out that gabriel's not a bad guy. Looking at all the other buddies, i feel kind of blessed. Gabriel's been very kind and is very good with manners. " thank you, your welcome, etc." keeps coming out of his mouth over and over again. This made a very good impression on both me and my family. Gabriel is also good enough to teach me french! HE's very talented I think, in languages and in music. He also seems very disciplined. I want to know more about him and i think it's very blessed to have him as my HK-SG exchange programme buddy.


Wong Tsz Ying ~ Belilios Public School
My buddy, Wanxin is a kind girl. She is very friendly and always takes good care of me. At first, I am not clear about their daily live and bring a little inconvenient to her family. However, she was not mad at all. She told me what to do one by one. I am happy to have this new friend.
About my classroom, it is very big. As our classroom in Hong Kong is very crowded, I think the classroom is much more comfortable. I enjoy studying in such a classroom!


GOH Kwok Yan Tatiana ~ South Tuen Mun GSS
My Singaporean buddy called Junie Ang.When I received her data in my school, I saw her e-mail so I added her in my MSN list. Our first conversation was asked some questions, like the address, the hobbies etc. On that time I thought she was a good girl.Then when I arrived to Singapore school, because we saw our photo already, we recognize the other side very fast. Now, we go to school every day very happily. We have lessons together, eat together. These are very happy time. Hope our friendship continue.


Chan Po Shan ~ South Tuen Mun Government Secondary
She is very cheerful. Her CCA is softball. She is very friendly. Also, her mother is very friendly too! All of them are good. Our relationship is very close. I like her. That's it.


Tan Xin Ying ~ Geylang Methodist School(Secondary)
My buddy is a caring,understanding,nice and sociable person.She cared a lot for me and my friends.I am very busy as I've got a lot of activities these few days,such as prefect duties and softball matches.So,I have to put her with someone.She is understanding as she never complain.She is also nice.She is also a sociable person,as she got to know a lot of my friends.


Goh Xin Yi ~ Geylang Methodist School(Secondary)
MY HONGKONG BUDDYprett aye nice. And very funny.


Charlotte Ma ~ Belilios Public School
Ethel Tan Yi is my Singapore buddy. She is quite cute, talkative and funny. She can eat anytime even when she is full. She has a lot of friends in school. When I went to school with her everyday a lot a lot of people say hi to her. Being her buddy is fun because she has funny things to talk about. I never feel bored. I enjoy living with her.




Ethel Tan Yi ~ Geylang Methodist School(Secondary)
My Hong Kong buddy is Charlotte Ma. She is a cheerful and funny person with a bubbly personality. She always makes me laugh and I have a lot of fun with her all the time. She is also quite a talkative person as I am talkative and we both talk a lot. I never feel bored with her around and I enjoy her company very much.


Gabriel ~ Tsuen Wan GSS
I am glad that I can have this opportunity to join this exchange programme. It's my pleasure to have lessons in GMSS and have Joshua as my buddy. He is areally good boy. He is very hard working and he has wonderful self-discipline. I am so happy to stay with him in these two weeks.


LAI Ho Chun ~ Tsuen Wan GSS
My buddy is called Joel, he is 14 years old, same with me. He is in class faith2-3 in Geylang Methodist Secondary School. He likes playimg football, actually all kinds of sports... He is very handsome and smart. He is very friendly and kind to me, this makes me feel very good.

Trip to Singapore Discovery Centre & Newater (18 July 2007 & 19 July 2007)

TSANG Jonathan Hoi Ki (Queen's College - attached to Yio Chu Kang Secondary School)

I went to school with Lloyd again today. We had English,Geography and other lessons. I enjoyed English class very much because I think the teacher is quite funny and she made the class much interesting than the others. Then, we went to the NEWater. It was good - it shows how domestic waste water can be transformed into drinkable water. The process to do it is actually quite complicated, so I actually just understood some of it. Later, we went into a room to watch a short video which showed the process so I understood better. The best thing is we all got a new bottle of NEWater; it is alright, a bit sweeter than the usual one.

Jethra Chan (Tampines Sec)
i am pleased to say that Wanita and i have gotten to know each other a lot more and we are talking well with each other almost like as if we were best friends if you ask me. i've learnt that she is very hardworking and so are her parents, who take extra couses just like Singaporeans on top of their jobs to enrich their skills. i've also learnt that in Hong Kong they have worser land sarcity problems than in Singapore.
Today we went to visit the Singapore Discovery Centre. It was very interesting as they got to see our military training area and understand more in depth about our different ethic groups. i'm having a great time despite my very busy schedule in school due to my involvement.

Benjamin Oh Ren Hao (Tampines Sec)
School was usual today. We met Sean & Steven at the MRT Train and went to school together.School was boring, according to them :D (kind of applies to me) (had 4 periods of chemistry =X)Left class at 1.10pm =X Missed half of my History lessons .. ):Left our bags at the General Office, and went to eat lunch.Oh ya, did i mention that Steven can eat a lot? Hahas. (It's a great point, ok?)Went onboard the bus, Lok Yan was tired =XPlayed here, chatted there.I was being "tortured". By Sean, Lok Yan & STEVEN But it was still fun right ? x)Arrived at Singapore Discovery Centre and was given a little tour.The place was cool, and we went together in groups (Me, Sean, Kelly, Sherline and our Hong Kong buddies)Visit this and that, that and this. And soon, it was time to go home ):On board the bus, most of us were tired. Especially Lok Yan =X He fall asleep :DI napped a while, and after which, chatted with the other peeps. and YAY. We reached school. Had a nice LOOOONG day =X And now, im TIRED .

Leonard Teo Min Xuan (Tampines Sec)
Today I have lots of fun in school, it is very amusing in my class as many great things happened. Although me and Donald are very tired as we did not sleep well, we manage to pull through the day. I was dismissed at 1+ and did not join my class for swimming lesson, so me and Donald decided to wait at the foyer tables till 1.20. Time flies and i shall bring the time a little foward to the NEWater factory which is what Jonathan called as the waste(our droppings) water park. Kinda bad, huh? But we can’t blame him as many people know that is what it is about. I am VERY fascinated by the high technology they use in there just to get a clean glass of water and i will conserve the water around me now.

Akmalina Zuhrah (Tampines Sec)
We learnt a lot from the Newater plant. We learnt about how water in Singapore is reused to supply Singapore with sufficient water to survive. The process was fascinating!
We then went shopping at Tampines Mall and Century Square with Jethra and her buddy. The 2 HK girls were excited to start shopping. It was cute to see them running around all so excited.

Lee Jin Wei Darren & Patrick Chow Nok To(Yio Chu Kang Secondary Sch & Chiu Lut Sau memorial SS)

NEWATER PLANT - 18 July
The Newater tour was informative and interesting. It's amazing that they manage to incorporate a viewing area in a factory. The tour guides provided us with interesting facts about this newly opened plant which uses state of the art technology to filter our everyday drinking water. Inside, there was even a glass floor fountain that was fifthteen meters deep, equipped with lights. It looked spectacular and could change color like a lizard. As we proceeded onwards , the different exhibits helped us to unnderstand how this complex system of filters actually works. The filters look a lot like the baleen of a whale although the guide said it looked more like spaghetti. One of the exhibits enlarged the particles to scales of a tennis ball, a soccer ball, a truck and a shopping centre. We feel that this makes it easier for children to relate to this. There was even a game area where you could test your knowledge about the different uses of water and how to conserve it. We enjoyed ourselves.

SINGAPORE DISCOVERY CENTRE - 19 July 2007 Today, we visited the Singapore Discovery Centre. This huge complex can accommodate around four thousand soldiers. Around the facility, there are retired a-4 skyhawk aircraft aircraft and old un-used British tanks. There is a training complex where they train solders to be colonels and other higher ranking officers. We saw a few soldiers doing basic foot drills and marches. In the middle stands a tall tower with over two-hundred steps. Upon reaching the top, the only way down is by a scaling down the roof. There's a huge library which boast over a few hundred books. In the main complex, there is a cinema where you can catch the latest movies in 3D. There are different sorts of games which teach different value s, all which are important. It's a very innovative way to teach values in games rather than preaching them from a book. Unfortunately, we are unable to present any photos as picture taking was not allowed in the main gallery. Another interesting place is the shooting rang. Overall, we enjoyed ourselves.

Leung Chi Loi (Tsuen Wai GSS)
We played many exciting games at the discovery center today.We played a game related to Enterprising.There was also a game digitally projected on a wheel where 5 to 7 people can play at the same time it was really challenging though as everyone had to work together to get the ball to the goal.The SAFTI bus ride was interesting too as we saw the army camp of future SAF officers which was very nice as I saw many monuments that represented the SAF and there were many outstanding structures there too

Tang Yi Ting (Belilios Public Sch)
I feel tired today. I really want to have more time to sleep. We have lessons with a broken teacher desk in front of me. It looks funny. I've learnt new things, such as science and geography. I 've no idea what the science lesson teach. I've never learn about atom and ion. But I am going to have a test tomorrow, so good luck to me!The Singapore Discovery Centre was really fun. The games are perfect. I hope I can come back with my family next time!

Wong Lok Yan (South Tuen Mun GSS)
Today I studyed about the whole day until the last period.After studying , we went to the Discovery Centre and played the games there.After playing,we grouped together.While we were grouping, an unlucky things happened on me----a bird shit on me,Ms Ho said I was lucky but I don't think so.=.="

LEUNG Wing Yi (Chiu Lut Sau Memorial SS - attached to Yio Chu kang Sec)
This afternoon , we went to the NEWater Visitors' Centre. I learnt about water and how important it is. The use of NEWater has helped to solve Singapore's water problem. I think this kind of visit is very educational and helps me to learn a lot .




Hoe Wai Yi (Yio Chu Kang Sec Sch) & LEUNG Kei Yan Karen (South Tuen Mun GSS)
After the morning assembly we had a PE lesson and played basketball. It was very hot felt and we felt tired.We also had some fun time.After that we had Maths and we cut some paper in different shapes. During recess we ate a bowl of noodles each. It tasted delicious.... after the recess we had science lesson. We learnt the differences between reflection and refraction.Finally during the Home Economic lesson we learned how to bake a cake. The activity was fun and exciting.In the afternoon we visited NEWater. The speaker was jovial and we enjoyed ourselves.

Eugene Pang (Yio Chu Kang Sec Sch)
Today we visited the Singapore Discovery Centre. It was better after it was renovated . It has more exhibits than the last time. Now I know more about Singapore history and things that people have invented.



Mak Yung Ka (Yuen Long Public S S -attached to Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
Tan Siew Leng (Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
We went to the Discovery Center today. It is quite far away from our school. I have been there before but this the first time for Yung ka to visit it, she said that it was bigger then she thought. We have been to the shooting gallery to see some people to play the shooting games, and it liked a real war game. And had fun today.



Shanice (Pasir Ris Crest Sec Sch)
today we went to the NewWater VC. had about one hour tour. i get to know more about the processes of the water from newater. i've learned something today [:



Emily (Clementi Sec Sch)
It was my fifth day in the Singapore. I still went to school, but it had different lesson to learn. In thereading time, teacher gave us a paper. It was some song on it. And we sang together. Then, we had science lesson and maths lesson. After these lesson, it wasart lesson. Some classmates told me that my picturewas so cute, I was so happy about that :) But todayhad something that I felt sad :(, and I want to saysomething to all the people,"Marco is not myboyfriend!!!"I think it's not a joke.

Joycelyn Soh(Yio Chu kang Sec Sch) Today's trip to NEWater VC was fun and educational. The NEWater is different from the water that we usually drink. Its taste sweeter and nicer. Through the trip, I get to know more about how the water ( from the rivers, lakes and seas ) is processed and made into drinkable water. =D

Thurs 19th...We went to the Singapore Discovery Centre and had a tour around it today. It was actually quite interesting but at the same time, boring. The thing that I like most is the talking robot ( i forgot the name..=X ). He can answer any questions you ask him and also joke with you. Overall, the trip was fun though.

Li Ka Wing Karen (Tsuen Wan GSS - attached to Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
We went to the Discovery Centre today, the factilities inside were new. I saw many funny things there.comThe centre was really bug and this required technology. I admored Singaporeans. I enjoyed it.
I hope that I can visit the centre again.


Yik Man Ting (South Tuen Mun GSS-attached to Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
When we have the morning assembly, we need to sit on the ground.I'm not usedto sitting on the ground.I think I can accept it later!Our first lesson isMother Tongue, this is the only lesson that I can hear clearly and understandit.In the afternoon,we go to NEWater VC,it's far away from our school.In theNEWater Vc I can know a lot about how Singaporeget the water resources.Wevisit it for about two hours,then we go back to school.From Irene


Wong Pei Ting (Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
We had Science test today. It was ok for me. Today Ms Lee and other teacherscame to our class to take some pictures. Then we went to the NEWater VC.This is my second time going there. There is nothing much to do there. So itwas quite boring for me. But I also learnt how reuse the water and the processes.

Valerie Chang (Yio Chu Kang Sec Sch) our school organised a trip to NEWater Plant. I've learnt how advance Singapore is. It's my first visit to the NEWater Plant. I think it's useful and enjoy the talks and video clips shown. In my opinion, I think it's interesting and the speaker has alot of humour which made everything so fun today.

Yeung Wing In (Chiu Lut Sau Memorial SS - attached to Yio Chu Kang Sec Sch)
I learnt the process of making NEWater and its advantages.Fristly, I didn't enjoy the show but later, I thought it was quite interesting and useful.The speaker was also humourous.All the friends talked in the bus and I understood them more.

On the19th July, I went to The Singapore Discovery Center.It is huge and beautiful. I took a lot of fantastic photos. However, the talk was a little bit boring. It was just something about the development of Singapore ,etc. Fortunately, I had lots of fun during the free time, like taking photos and walking around The Discovery Center. Anyway, it was a nice day

Sandy Wang (Pasir Ris Crest Sec Sch)
hello, we visited the NEWater visitor centre. it was boring, as i expected yesterday. the weather was extremely hot today and everyone they were busy fanning themselves. as usual (i remembered everything), i knew we would sitdown and watch a lil' movie about water... yea yea, it was boring! i don'twanna go back there again! i look extremely forward to the east coasttrip... btw, the 'shkep blog was'nt updated. i do hope the teachers wouldhurry update pls!!! toddles :) )


Beckie Ho(Pasir Ris Crest Sec Sch)
Today we went to the NEWater visitor centre.It was very big and see some videos about water o singapore.It was a nice day.




Mak Yung Ka (Yuen Long Public S S -attached to Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
Tan Siew Leng (Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
We went to Newater Visitor Centre today after school. And we learnt about the process of producing Newater. In the middle of the trip, we got to try out the taste of it. It was not my first attempt drinking it, but it was for Yung Ka. She does not get used to drinking the and feels that there is a weird taste in it, and i agree too. After this meaningful trip, we learn to treasure the water as we decided not to waste anymore of it and ended up drinking Newater.




Lydia Yong (Pasir Ris Crest Sec Sch)
Today, we went to Singapore Discovery Centre after attending a fewlessons in school... Everything was fine but we had a very long day...Therefore, I am very tired... haha... hope I can get more sleep tomorrow asit would be a shorter day for us... Though its my first time going to theSingapore Discovery Centre, I enjoyed this trip... =) I love the games thatwe tried and the shows we watched... we toured around the SAFTI MI too...haha... I realised that I had been there a few years back... =) it looks so familiar... lol... overall, I had enjoyed myself and look forward to ournext outing... =)



Tan Siew Leng (Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
it was because i am burning the midnight oil. i was revising for my biology test yesterday and yungka was watching a scv movie with my family. and there will be another midnight oil burning tonight for the geography test.




Joyclyn (Pasir Ris Crest Sec Sch)
Today, we went to Singapore Discovery Centre. It was a rather long journey as it is located in Tuas. We had a tour around SAFTI. That was not my first time there as that was my brothers camp. Getting to go to Singapore Discovery Centre once again was a good experience. Singapore Discovery Centre had also changed alot. The difference I noticed between the Singapore and Hong Kong students is that they pay more attention to the teacher compared to the Singaporean students. Maybe its because they do not understand everything the teacher said as it was in english. My buddy is also ALOT quieter compared to us. I guess it is because she is not too used to the new environment.



Poon Kin Kwan (Minnie) (Tsuen Wan G S S - attached to Pasir Ris Crest Sec Sch)
Today is the second day for me to study in Pasir Ris Crest Secondary School and I began to feel that it was really quite fun to study here. At first, I didn't have many friends and it made me feel very lonely. But now, I had much more friends than before and I felt much better to study here.
Today, in the afternoon, we went to the Singapore Discovery Centre to have a visit there. In the Discovery Centre, we saw many things about Singapore and we also played many games. I think that it was really fun to visit there and I love the games there very much. They were extremely fun, especially the robot--Little George. I found it so amusing that it really knew how to respond people.
I feel very happy today becauseI think that I am getting to be involved in class and I hope that in the following few days, I can become good friend of everyone and have the most memorable time I ever have. >v< Leung Wai Shan (Tin Shui Wai G S S - attached to Pasir Ris Crest Sec Sch)
today was my 4th day in singapore ...today we went to discovery centre...i had fun over there.


Choi Wut Luen Lilian (South Tuen Mun GSS - attached to Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
I miss my home so I cried.
Today,we were going to Newater.
It's comfortable because there has air-con.
yo I also tired when we came school.



Shanice (Pasir Ris Crest Sec Sch)
i had a great day today at the singapore discovery centre . the kaya & butter buns over there are nice. [:



Marcus Tay (Yio Chu Kang Sec Sch),
Ng Ka Wai (Queen's College - attached to Yio Chu Kang Sec Sch)
today we visited the NewWater factory. There we saw many appealing and interesting things that kept both of us very very very very interested. we saw how our waste water like our urine and other unwanted liquid substances that we can obtain could be turned into pure drinking water, refined till its best.... However, there was a boy named kwan wai yu that kept disturbing us throughout the whole magical experience with such an interesting topic. Such chances do not come by everyday, therefore, we should cherish every second to the fullest, but we were appaled at his behaviour at the NewWater plant... but us, being very kind souls, we will forgive his childish and inmature acts...

First Day in School - officially! ( candid shots)

Top: This is the first time for the Hong Kong Students in local schools...
Li Ka Wing & Cheng Yu Lo ( Tsuen Wan GSS) are in Serangoon Garden Sec Sch , class 2E2. They sure look like they are enjoying themselves!
Below : This is Jan Wing Yan from Chiu Lut Sau Memorial S S. She is actively participating in the lessons and warmly helping her buddy (Liau Tze Hui , Serangoon Garden Sec Sch). The Science teacher remarked that she is impressed by Wing Yan's proactive and positive learning attitude!



























Jan Wing Yan (Chiu Lut Sau Memorial S S - attached to Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
The third day in Singapore.Today,we have to go to school,the teacher introduced us to the all students.But,lots of them laughed at me.I thought did i do something wrong?and now i know the reason.I also have a question to ask,is that all the buddies are in 2E 1,2 or 3 but just only Tze Hui is in 2A3.Is there any difference?? the teachers are nice,the classmates are great also.Lots of them are indian,this is the first time i talk with the indian.After school, I went shopping with Ho Wai Shan and her buddy,also her friends.We went to a shopping center,there is so nice.I bought something there,just a bottle of water,i bought it because the bottle is sooooooooooo cute.I Love It!!!!!After it,Li Yee's friend took me home,she is really nice,she also took me to buy the SIM card of the cell phone.And now,is chatting with mom and going to take a shower~


How Sherlene (Tampines Sec)
I went to school with my buddy for the first time today. I was very tired that day and couldn't concentrate during lessons.I introduced many classmates to my buddy.We learnt many cantonese words from her. After school we went for lunch at century square to walk .It was a really tired day.



Ho Wan Tung (Belilios Public Sch)
Today was the first day to have lessons with Jethra's class. Her classmates were kind to me. There were boys in the class, lessons were more noisy then mine in Hong Kong. However, the boys were quite funny and interesting. They brought fun and joy in class.
Lessons were different from Hong Kong's. We hadn't got the Civics and Moral Education lessons. It was fresh to me.
I felt good in this class. I hoped to stay longer in this school~



Leung Chi Loi (Tsuen Wai GSS)
Today is the first day I have lessons in Tampines Secondary School. The first three periods were Chinese. I learnt “但願 人 長 久” during the lessons. Fortunately, my Mandarin is not bad. Therefore, I could understand what the teacher said. Then, we had two free periods because our teacher was invigilating an ‘O-LEVEL’ examination in school. I introduced myself during the free time. The class showed hospitality towards me and I felt happy and surprised as I thought that they would not befriend me as I was from a foreign country and did not know any of them at all. Today I really enjoyed myself in school and Hong Kong’s school life is so much different from Singapore’s as it is not as strict as Hong Kong’s. Singapore has a much more relaxed school life.


Beckie Ho (Tsuen Wan GSS - attached to Pasir Ris Crest Sec Sch)
Singapore's is very different to Hong Kong.In Hong Kong we also start our lesson at 8 a.m but in Singapore we start lesson too early,so we should get up too early.
In the lesson,I also feel very tried because I get up at 5:30 a.m. During lunch time we have many choices to choose which food we like best.
Although in Singapore is very happy but I miss my friends and my parents too much

Sandy Wang (Pasir Ris Crest Sec Sch)
It was the first full attachment day as my friend Beckie (TGWSS) tagged along . We woke up at 6 and hurrily took the bus at around 6.40. When wearrived, the schoolmates in school can't help staring at my friend. Laterthen, we proceeded to the parade ground to sing the national athem (...everything as usual =D ). Beckie commented that the lesson was rather boringand i must agree. Miss Tan and Miss Kamath didn't come to school thus wehave alot of free period, maybe that's the reason why too. I had CCA (i play cello in school) today so Beckie had to come along too. We rounded up todaywith a small shopping spree at White Sands Shopping mall to get some things.I do hope the Science Discovery Centre trip will be fun tomorrow. :)

Poon Kin Kwan Minnie (Tsuen Wan GSS - attached to Pasir Ris Crest Sec Sch)
Today is my first day to study in Pasir Ris Crest Secondary School and I think I really have a memorable time at school. In the morning, I have recived a piece of paper about writing a Chinese essay. They said that this was the thing that they had to do on every Tuesday. I found it very interesting because I never have something like this in Hong Kong. Then, we had a Chinese and Mathematics lesson. I learnt a lot of things that I haven't learnt in Hong Kong and I think it's great fun.Later, we had a recess. I was shock when I saw all the people left the classroom when the bell rang. But later, Lydia and Benita explained to me that they were going out to eat something because they would have lunch after school. This is totally different from Hong Kong. We usually still stay in the classroom and chat with our classmates but not like the Singapore students.
After school, I went out for lunch with Lydia and her friends. It's my first time to go out for lunch with them and I think it was fun to do so. Later, we went back to school and have CCA. I just sat by the side and looked at them playing music. Although it was quite boring but I think it's still a good experience for me and of course a good time for me to listen to music. :)
Totally, I have a really great time today and I have got so many unforgetable experiences. Also, I am looking forwards to the trip of going to Singapore Discovery Centre tomorrow. I hope I can again have a nice time tomorrow. >v< Derrick Ng Zhen Wei ( Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
Today i went to class and introduce my buddy to my classmates and teachers!everyone were very excited when they saw my buddy!Today i also learnt that chinese can also be translated to cantanese,which is a good thing as my chinese is very poor and he can help me.I hope we will have a good time!

Li Ka Wing (Tsuen Wan GSS - attached to Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
Today I had a normal school day. But in fact, I should not have school day( summer holiday).Frankly, I wanted to relax, but I was not regret to attend the class. I learnt a lot of things, for example, in Science lesson, I gained some knowledge about Chemistry. It was fantastic. I loved it. I hope to have more opportunities to participate in these kinds of activities.

P/S: The Chemistry teacher from Serangoon Garden Sec Sch (Miss Agnes Mok) complimented that it was a joy to have the 2 HK students in her class!
CHEERS! -- Ms Lee Ting Ruh (Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)



Ho King Wang (- attached to Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
I had a nice day today.The classmates are nice.The teachers are nice too.They are very funny.But it is a little noisy sometimes. Anyway,I have a good day today.

Cheng Yu Lo (Tsuen Wan GSS - attached to Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
Today is my first school day! The lessons in Singapore are really different from Hong Kong~The students there are really nice, and also the teachers. I and another Hong Kong student, Karen Li, think that the education in Hong Kong can improve more so that we can have a better future.Then my buddy took me to AMK hub, the shopping mall is just similar to HongKong's. And I have tried the chicken rice there, it's very delicious. Hope that I can sleep well tonight!

Tan Chor May (Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
Well, my buddy is starting to get used to us! She starts asking questions and joking away!!! YAH! We went out to a shopping mall, AMK hub,and i think she enjoyed my friend's and my company! YES YES YES!!!!

Tham Jing Yi (Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
today is quite tiring ..
the lesson are boring too..
luckily our science test was postponed .. :D
it was fun during homec lesson ..
our sponge cake was quite gd looking and smell nice too ..
BUT i dun tink i taste nice but yet someone finish it .. :D
i enjoy time wif lilian ..
it was fun ..
today she wasnt feelin so well so we went home after slacking at canteen for a while..
after we reached home and after her nap , she was fine ....
we wanted to go to the night market but ..
it had moved liaox lorhs..
saddings ..
but it was still fun ..
:D

Beverley Lee Si Hui (Serangoon Garden Sec Sch)
Today was the first day they sat in class! It was quite fun but i still had to do alot of work, we also visited the NE walk and the gallerywalk inthe library. Those questions that they gave us to do was very hard and ilearnt alot of new cultures and practices of different races. It was something meaningful and interesting.. :)

Chow Nok To (Chiu Lut Sau Memorial S S - attached to Yio Chu Kang Sec Sch)
Today, the 17 of July, is my first day in a Singapore School. Yio Chu kang Secondary School is really huge! There are many plants in my buddy's school. The lessons are very long for me. At lunch time, my friend and I ate a lot. The fried rice is really spicy! In the afternoon, we had NX training. We built a robot with legos. It's great and I really enjoyed myself!

Leung Ka Man Eunice (South Tuen Mun GSS - attached to Yio Chu Kang Sec Sch)
On Sunday, 15 of July, I arrived at Singapore and met my buddy at Changi International Airport. My buddy and her family are so nice to me. They bought a phone card for me. I really appreciate it. Later they took me to a restaurant to eat Chicken Rice. It's really nice! However, the meal is quite expensive - it costs about $4 each. I am glad and happy that my buddy and her family treat me very well.