Mother Tongue
Discover how Juying Secondary's Mother Tongue Department builds confident communicators through vibrant programmes, cultural exchanges, and award-winning achievements.
Overview
In 2026, our Chinese Language Unit brought the Joy of Learning and Joy of Teaching to life, empowering students as Creators, Communicators and Connectors. We have leveraged on AI tools to enhance out daily teaching and learning, as well as in our reading programme.
Celebrating the Achievements of the Malay Language Unit in 2026. At Juying Secondary School, we believe that meaningful learning extends beyond the classroom. Through authentic experiences, student-led initiatives and cultural immersion, our Malay Language Unit nurtures the Joy of Learning, Student Agency and 21st Century Competencies, empowering students to become confident, globally aware learners.
Program and Activities
CNY
This year's Chinese New Year Celebration took on a fresh dimension, Sec 1 to 3 HCL students initiated to design and set-up booths after school to promote Chinese tradition and cultures. The booths showcase calligraphy, customs and traditions, and well-wishes idioms from JYians — turning celebration into a meaningful cultural showcase.
MTFP
Our Mother Tongue Fortnight offered hands-on modules in cloth painting, paper cutting, calligraphy, cultural dance, Chinese chess and puppet DIY, connecting students with the richness of Chinese culture. Students also built their own MT e-portfolios, capturing their learning and sharing their growth as Creators, Communicators and Connectors.
Guided by the dedication of our teachers and the curiosity of our learners, these experiences reflect a community committed to a culture of joy, excellence and continuous learning--— celebrating the beauty of Chinese language, culture and identity.
Building Bridges Beyond Borders
Our Malay Language Unit proudly hosted students and teachers from Taruna Bakti Junior High School, Bandung, Indonesia, for a two-day Internationalisation Programme. Student ambassadors led the welcoming activities, while visitors experienced Singapore's education system through classroom immersion and hands-on sessions by Mdm Khairiani (FCE), Mdm Rosnah (Science) and our NCDCC students. The programme concluded with performances by the Cultural Dance, Symphonic Band and Choir, with our AVIT students providing technical support and capturing memorable moments.
Mother Tongue Fortnight: Discovering Our Malay Heritage
Secondary 2 students embarked on a Learning Journey to Kampung Buangkok, where they experienced kampung life and explored Malay food culture. They shared Nasi Ambeng, made Abuk-Abuk kuih and crafted traditional Malay potpourri. These authentic experiences deepened students' appreciation of Singapore's multicultural heritage while strengthening collaboration, communication and cultural awareness through the Joy of Learning.
Accolades
National Reading Star Competition (Excellence Award)
Photos
MTFP Secondary 1
MTFP Secondary 2
