Uncensoring the Stigma around Content-Heavy IB Subjects
Content is one thing, and learning how to apply it to IB papers is another. But when can subjects find common ground between the two? One of the key questions I ask myself is, “Would what I’m studying right now help my performance in the summative?”.
From Trash to Treasure: How Closing The Divide CIS is Joining the E-Waste Revolution
Ever wonder where your old batteries or busted gadgets end up? Well, most of it ends up in big underwater dumps known as landfills, and its contents aren’t going anywhere good. That’s where Closing The Divide (CTD) steps in.
What do we do with MyCIS?
Ever since the adoption of ManageBac, MyCIS has lain in the shadows cast by ManageBac and Gmail, rotting quietly. So the question is, what do we do with MyCIS?
Yale Model United Nations
The conference was proudly introduced by Secretary General Way Lee, a sophomore at Ezra Stiles College who was also a member of the YMUN Korea and Taiwan secretariat. Originally from Singapore, he was “incredibly excited to organize YMUN Singapore for the first time, at home.”
What’s Next for Rugby at CIS
Looking towards the future, sports admin Tengku Darwiis and current U19 Coach Mr. Lee discussed with their aspirations for Rugby at CIS.
Mock Exams Superlatives
By The Editorial Board Now the G12 MOCKS have finished, it’s time to dish out the AWARDS… (AKA The first superlatives of the season) Funniest …
The White Elephant in the School: the Lockers
Name one of the most useless things this school has. Most of you might say My.CIS since not a lot of students use it. However, in my opinion, there is something even more useless than My.CIS (which parents do use), and it’s the various lockers located around the school.
The Ghostly Gala
The recent host of the Ghostly Gala at CIS had some mixed reviews. What’s the reasoning behind it?
Upcoming: Indian Club
A new club has been started by 2 grade 11 students, Lavanya Lehl and Zoya Chintamani to inform people about Indian history and traditions.
DP Music Recital: Does Art Still Hold Value in the Modern Age?
Why do so few people come to watch our DP students perform their music?
Why Does Barely Anyone Use the Community Garden?
Although advertised as a popular hangout spot, why do most students not actually use the community garden?
The Blue Dragon: Long-Term Change for a Better World
Recently, a group of CIS students were given the opportunity to attend Blue Dragon’s anti-trafficking workshop at UWCSEA.
The CAS Club Conspiracy
An ugly, hidden truth has been buried deep beneath this school. Luckily enough, I’ve got myself a shovel.
The Artists behind BeatFreaked
The BeatFreaked tradition continues, enabling students the freedom of self-expression. See what some of the performers had to say!
The Winter Concert
Celebrating Christmas spirit while offering a platform for the school’s choirs and several rock bands, the winter concert’s intention was to showcase the school’s range of talent, and it certainly delivered.
The Importance of Theatre Productions to School Culture
This year, performances made a return with “School of Rock”, going all out with acting, dancing, singing, and live even music.
The Recommencement of School Sports
By Ashlee Walker, Lavanya Lehl, Zimo Wang, Ada Jolly After a two-year hiatus, competitive sports at CIS have resumed. Let’s see how it’s going. First, …
The International School Culture Phenomenon
International school culture: a set of rules for interaction that we all collectively learn as we go to school, even if we don’t realize it.
CIS Model United Nations
Do you want to develop your critical thinking and public speaking skills? Consider CIS Model United Nations!
Flow State: Cross Country at CIS
What is the most significant predictor of success in life? Is it natural talent, available resources, or a healthy environment? Hold this thought, as we explore the sport of cross country and its history at our school.
Kiva: Loans that Change Lives
Recently, the Kiva club planned a Donation Dress Down Drive, which was an immense success, raising upwards of $2000 SGD to donate to lendees.
The Print Goes to Hell
Haw Par Villa; A family place. A place to take that special someone. Most importantly, a place to learn the most valuable lessons the afterlife has to offer. But is it really something to die for?
Missing Manatee – Part 1
The rainy weather on the afternoon of the 22nd of February set the tone of the whole fiasco of the disappearance of Lulu – the library’s famed snuggle-buddy manatee. Ms. Miller, the school librarian, had been in shambles over Lulu. What is this library coming to?
Meet Nicholas Kolentse
The Print recently caught up with Nicholas Kolentse, our secondary vice principal. He is a dedicated member of our school community and has given us his thoughts on his experience here so far.
DP Subject Selection: Questions Answered
Every year the Grade 10 class are required to make a crucial decision: their DP course selection. Ms. Baptista answers questions to help provide more insight.
University Counselor’s Advice
Mr. Taskin, one of our university counsellors, has helped to provide clarity on the university application process. This allows students a preview of a crucial step toward their future.
Day of The Dead
As we enter the festive season, the Language Acquisition department has worked hard to incorporate cultural celebrations in the school community. One of these three celebrations is Day of the Dead, otherwise known as Día de Los Muertos.
Meet Our Secondary Principal
The Print recently caught up with Dan Smith, the secondary years principal, to have a quick chat about his life, his new job here at CIS, living during the time of COVID, and reading excellent books.