Our 70-Year Odyssey – Building Lives, Forging Frontiers

BUILDING LIVES‚ FORGING FRONTIERS

BUILDING LIVES FORGING FRONTIERS

BUILDING LIVES‚ FORGING FRONTIERS

BUILDING LIVES FORGING FRONTIERS

The cover design is a powerful representation of Beatty Secondary School's 70-year legacy. It features an intricate arrangement of nodes, symbolising the diverse network of individuals who have contributed to the school's success. This design evokes nostalgia and memories while inspiring hope for the future. It reminds us of the trials faced and the resilience shown by the Beatty community. Each node represents a person shaping the school's future, emphasising the collective effort to make a difference. It encapsulates the emotional and powerful journey of the Beatty community, paying tribute to its rich legacy.

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OUR TIMELESS TALES

10 M E S SAG E BY M I N I S TE R O F S TATE – Gan Siow Huang

1 2 M E S SAG E BY ZO N A L D I R E C T O R – Lim Boon Kong Andrew

1 4 A PPR EC I ATI N G

TH E PAS T

– Jimmy Soon

Chairman, School Advisory Committee

1 2 6 C O G N I T I V E CA R O U S E L

– Patrick Lim

President, Beatty Alumni

– ILLUMINATING OUR LEGACY

1 5 0 F R O M T H E P R I N C I PA L' S D E S K – Harman Johll

6 2 A C K N OW LE D G I N G

TH E PR E S E NT

– Janet Yeong

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O U R O DYS S E Y

Patron, Beatty Alumni

– Evelyn Toh

Chairperson, Parent Support Group

– INCANDESCING OUR ZEITGEIST

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NTI C I PATI N G A TH E FUTU R E – Low Chew Lian

Superintendent, South 3 Cluster

– IGNITING OUR VISION

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OUR IDENTITY SCHOOL SONG Faithful And Strong Here Together We Stand.

Building Our Future With Youth Of Our Land.

Serving Our School With Hearts Pure And True.

Sing We Our Motto That Echoes Anew!

Non Vi Sed Arte, Not With Force But With Skill.

All To The Task We Our Duty Fulfil.

Helping Each Other Where’er There Is Need.

Forward To Glory Our School We Shall Lead.

VALUES Integrity

To be upright in word and deed, and to have moral courage to stand up for what is right.

MOTTO Non Vi Sed Arte

Responsibility

VISION

To give my best in every aspect of learning, and take ownership for all my actions and decisions.

Every Beattyian A Thinker, Learner and Contributor MISSION

Resilience

To persevere in the face of challenges and believe in my ability to develop to my fullest potential.

To nurture Beattyians of Character with a Sense of Purpose and Passion for Life

Care

To show respect and consideration for others, and to contribute actively to the community.

Creativity

To be innovative and resourceful.

MESSAGE BY MINISTER OF STATE Dear Beattyians My heartiest congratulations to Beatty Secondary School on its remarkable 70 th Anniversary! This milestone not only signifies the school's unwavering commitment to providing quality education for its students, but also underscores the pivotal role that educational institutions play in nation building and societal development. The stories in this book speak to what is essential in education.

Over the past 70 years, Singapore's educational landscape has evolved through several transformative phases, each responding to the unique challenges and aspirations of the nation. From the early days of efficiency-driven education aimed at providing essential literacy and numeracy skills to the current paradigm focused on holistic development, Beatty Secondary School has been an active contributor to this journey. By consistently developing well-rounded and socially responsible individuals, the school has demonstrated its commitment to nurturing futureready students.

The storm of the COVID-19 pandemic has underscored the importance of adaptability and resilience in our ever-changing world. With the resolve and dedication of our schools’ teachers and staff, we have weathered this storm, learning from the challenges, and seizing opportunities to improve and innovate. As technology advances and artificial intelligence becomes more per vasive, we must empower our students to harness these tools effectively to become critical and

inventive thinkers, who are adaptable and discerning when it comes to problem-solving. In an increasingly interconnected and uncertain global landscape, let us adopt a strategic outlook, a can-do spirit, and a dareto-try attitude. Working collectively and embracing challenges with resilience will be key for our nation to emerge stronger in the years ahead, and I am confident that our forward-looking education system will open up an array of possibilities.

As the Minister of State for Education, I am heartened to witness Beatty Secondary School's dedication in developing students' talents and character, and nurturing in them the school values of integrity, responsibility, resilience, care and creativity. All these have been made possible by the tireless efforts of educators, staff, parents, and partners in education, both past and present, in building lives and forging frontiers. The school’s legacy, as gleaned from the inspiring stories in this book, is truly a testament to the power of education in transforming lives and shaping wonderful possibilities for the future of Singapore.

Once again, my congratulations to Beatty Secondary School on its 70 th Anniversary, and I wish the school continued success in providing a world- class education to its students, equipping them with the skills and mindset to thrive in an ever-changing global landscape. May every Beattyian always strive to be a Thinker, Learner and Contributor.

The school’s legacy, as gleaned from the inspiring stories in this book, is truly a testament to the power of education in transforming lives and shaping wonderful possibilities for the future of Singapore.

G a n S i ow H u a n g

Minister of State Ministry of Education & Ministry of Manpower

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MESSAGE BY ZONAL DIRECTOR Dear Beattyians I am pleased to write this message in commemoration of Beatty Secondary School’s 70 th Anniversary, as we celebrate the school’s rich legacy of building lives and forging frontiers. Over the past seven decades, Beatty Secondary School has evolved and adapted to the challenges of an ever-changing educational landscape, embodying the spirit of resilience, care, and creativity.

Since 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic has further accelerated the changes in education. As we embrace a new paradigm of learning, it is heartening to see Beatty strengthening the school identity by fostering collective experiences amongst staff and alumni.

This odyssey of building lives and forging frontiers has been instrumental in nurturing well-rounded and skilful individuals who approach life’s challenges with wisdom and innovation.

In this age of global interconnectedness, Beatty has continued to put values and character development at the core of its programmes. Specifically, it is heartening to note the school’s unwavering efforts to nurture in her students the fundamentals that will set them for

life. This is what education is all about – for students to learn what is crucial for lifelong learning, how to live well and to love others. The school’s commitment to developing students with sound character and values (including respect, responsibility and care) will enable our young Beattyians to become future-ready and socially responsible individuals ready to make a positive impact in the world.

Education has the power to transform lives and shape the future of our society. On this momentous occasion, I commend the school's past and present leaders, teachers, staf f, and students for their important work in building lives and forging frontiers.

Given Beatty’s unwavering commitment to nurture students who have the 21 st Century Competencies, I am confident our young Beattyians would be able to navigate life’s challenges and thrive in their future endeavours.

I offer my heartfelt congratulations to all Beattyians, past and present, on the school's 70th Anniversary.

May Beatty Secondary School continue to thrive and excel in its noble mission!

Beatty has continued to put values and character development at the core of its programmes. Specifically, it is heartening to note the school’s unwavering efforts to nurture in her students the fundamentals that will set them for life.

L i m B o o n Ko n g A n d r ew Zonal Director (Schools), South

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APPRECIATING THE PAST E ho'onani i ka po'e kahiko, Me ke aloha, e ho'oulu i nā hanauna hou.

Honour those who have come before us.

With love, inspire new generations.

Beatty Secondary School holds a special place in the hearts of its alumni, who remember it as the place where they forged lifelong friendships, honed their skills and discovered their passions. Founded on 6 July 1953, the school has come a long way since then, and today it stands tall as a beacon of excellence in Singapore's educational landscape. As the school celebrates its 70 th Anniversary, let us take a moment to reflect on the journey that brought us here, and the role that the Beatty Alumni (BA) has played in preserving the school’s legacy.

We believe in fostering enduring bonds between the past and present teachers, and alumni members. We also believe in providing guidance to bring valueadded benefits to our students over and above their formal education.

P at r i c k L i m

President, Beatty Alumni

It was not until 40 years after the school’s founding, on 8 May 1993, that the BA was finally established.

This was a milestone moment for the school, as it marked the beginning of a new era of partnership between the alumni and school. Thanks to the tireless efforts of past management committees, we are able to embody the vision and mission of the school, and make valuable contributions to its growth.

We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our past Patron, Mr Low Cheng Lum, whose generous support over the years has helped to make the school a better place for everyone. His contributions, including the installation of air conditioning in the school hall, the introduction of the Beatty scholarship and bursary awards, and the sponsorship of numerous social events, have made a significant difference in the lives of students and alumni alike.

In 2008, with the contributions and donations of our members, we were able to establish the School’s Heritage Gallery, a space that showcases the rich history of the school and its alumni. This was a proud moment for us, as we were able to contribute numerous ideas and artefacts to this meaningful project. We also initiated the annual Tie Presentation Ceremony, an annual rite of passage for our Secondary One students where they receive their school ties from members of the BA. Despite the challenges posed

by the COVID-19 pandemic, we remained committed to our goals, and were able to revive the ever-popular annual Chinese New Year Lohei Dinner this year, with 170 guests in attendance.

Our motto, Fellowship and Interaction, is a reflection of our commitment to growing our membership and enhancing networking across various cohorts. We believe in fostering enduring bonds between the past and present teachers, and alumni members. We also believe in providing guidance to bring value-added benefits to our students over and above their formal education. We achieve these multifaceted goals through working closely with the school management, School Advisory Committee and Parent Support Group.

As the President of the BA, we strongly encourage all former Beattyians to join us in preserving the sense of identity and belonging to the Beatty family. Let us continue to contribute to the success of our venerable alma mater. Forward to glory, our school we shall lead.

Non Vi Sed Arte – Not with Force, but with Skill

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TOGETHER, WE ACHIEVE MORE It brings me great pleasure to extend my heartfelt congratulations to Beatty Secondary School on the occasion of its 70 th Anniversary. May this milestone celebration mark the beginning of an era of continued progress, growth, and accomplishments for this esteemed institution. As a proud member of the Beatty family, I am filled with an immense sense of pride and joy to have played a part in its history. This commemorative event has prompted me to reflect on my years in Beatty from 2004 to 2009, highlighting some of the most memorable moments.

My journey with Beatty began during a time of transformation in the education system. The shift from an efficiency-driven approach to a more abilityfocused one brought about a renewed emphasis on thinking and learning. This change created an atmosphere ripe for innovation and Beatty was no exception. The staff, School Advisory Committee (SAC), Beatty Alumni (BA), and Parent Support Group (PSG) worked closely to propel Beattyians to greater heights. Challenges were reframed as opportunities for deepening learning and gaining valuable experiences.

Between 2004 and 2005, we encountered several challenges as the campus underwent the final stages of the Programme for Rebuilding and Improving Existing Schools (PRIME) onsite. The primary school campus used as a temporary holding facility was small in size and limited in range, and these issues were compounded by the ongoing construction work during school hours. However, the indomitable spirit of Beattyians prevailed as ideas came forth, and we adapted to the circumstances with great ingenuity.

Students created a makeshift assembly square for morning assemblies, while teachers, with the support of the PSG and BA, organised a Teachers' Day celebration at the Singapore Zoo as a prelude to the planned fundraising project ‘Tzeetropection’ in collaboration with our Beattyian, the late Mr Sarkasi Said, and the BA. Such achievements were only 22

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possible with the guiding principles of ‘many hands make light work’ and ‘together, we achieve more.’

Through these experiences, we learnt that adversities can be overcome, inspiring us to seek even more challenges and to re-evaluate our customary practices.

This led to the first blood donation drive, which aimed to generate awareness of charity in a different form.

Initiated in 2006, the project hoped to get 300 units of blood and it eventually grew into a collaboration with our corporate neighbour, Singapore Press Holdings, in the following years.

Our belief in the adage that it takes a village to raise a child guided our work with the students' families, communit y, and par tner s, a s we valued the mesosystem that each student has. Our focus on creating positive experiences for our students made the school a welcoming and conducive environment for learning. Facilities and spaces were designed to support learning, and serve as sanctuaries for promoting well-being and enrichment for the student community.

These efforts were underpinned by a strong culture of care, commitment, and purpose within the school.

This led Beatty to achieve the Gold Achievement Award for Academic Value-Added, the Sustained Achievement Award for both Sports and Uniformed Groups Co-Curricular Activities, and the endorsement of staf f professional capacit y by the People Developer Standards.

As Beatty continues to scale greater heights of achievement, I am confident that with the unwavering support of the SAC, BA, and PSG, we will overcome any challenges and seize emerging opportunities as valuable learning experiences and preparation for life beyond the school campus.

On this momentous occasion of Beatty Secondary School's 70th Anniversary, I extend my best wishes to all Beattyians. May the labour of our efforts conquer all challenges and obstacles that come our way – Labor Omnia Vincit!

“ Our belief in the adage that it takes a village to raise a child guided our work with the students’ families, community, and partners, as we valued the mesosystem that each student has.”

B O O H I A N KO K Principal (2004 – 2009)

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ACKNOWLEDGING THE PRESENT Ke kuleana o kēia manawa, E 'imi i ke ala pono me ka mana'o.

The responsibility of the present, To seek the right path with purpose.

Through the PSG, parents can gain an understanding of their children’s teenage years, strengthen their relationships, and promote their children’s mental well-being, resulting in happier and more engaged learners.

E ve l y n To h

Chairperson, Parent Support Group

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Founded in 2004 by the visionar y Mr Nathan Gopakumar, the Beatty Parent Support Group (PSG) has a long history. He was guided by the belief that three key stakeholders – the child, the school and the parents are essential to the development and success of our children. Today, this belief still holds true.

As the Chairperson of the Beatty PSG in 2023, I strongly believe that the PSG plays a critical role in facilitating the holistic growth of our students. As a parent, I have been actively involved in the PSG since my first child entered primary school and have continued to be a member in the PSG of the schools my children have attended.

One message I would like to emphasise to parents is that the PSG is not just about commitment and they should not feel hesitant to be a part of this valuable community. Often, parents believe that joining the PSG requires a significant amount of effort, especially when their children enter secondary school. However, in reality, the PSG is focused more on parents supporting one another, as opposed to merely

assisting in school activities. Through the PSG, parents can gain an understanding of their children’s teenage years, strengthen their relationships and promote their children’s mental well-being, resulting in happier and more engaged learners.

My goal for the Beatty PSG is encapsulated in the triple ‘E’ vision: Engage. Enrich. Encourage. We aim to engage parents for them to be a part of a community that works with the school to inculcate in students values such as integrity, care and resilience. We hope to enrich parents by providing them with opportunities to bond with their children through various workshops and activities. Lastly, we encourage parents to share their experiences and insights with the PSG community, so that everyone can benefit and grow together. PSG is not just a support group, but a platform for social connection and collective growth.

In essence, the Beatty PSG is a testament to the power of collective efforts in nurturing the leaders of tomorrow.

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THE BEST VERSION OF MYSELF In 2014, a strange mix of emotions overwhelmed me as I received my teaching practicum posting from the National Institute of Education to none other than Beatty Secondary School. I experienced an intermingling of uncertainty and excitement, creating a unique blend of sensations I had not experienced before. It was then that I realised how God works in mysterious ways, as if telling me that my journey has come a full circle.

I graduated from Beatty Secondary School back in 2004 and the four years I spent as a Beattyian can be summed up in three phrases: unyielding determination, overcoming challenges, and striving to be my best self. These were the virtues instilled in me by my teachers and they remain the same till this day.

In the classroom, both Elementary Mathematics and Additional Mathematics were my Achilles’ heels.

However, with the unwavering support of the former

“ Now, as an educator of the English Language, I find myself back in my alma mater, striving to make a difference in the lives of the young charges in my classrooms.”

DAV I D L O H Head of Department for Mathematics, Mr Ng, I was able to see the light at the end of the tunnel and overcome the shadows of failure. It was an incredible feeling of joy and pride when I managed to score a B3 in both subjects. It was nothing short of a miracle!

Now, as an educator of English Language, I find myself back in my alma mater, striving to make a difference in the lives of the young charges in my classrooms. I understand that anything worth fighting for requires both strength and skill, and I am committed to imparting these values to my students. Non Vi Sed Arte - Not with Force, But with Skill is truly the Beatty spirit.

As Beatty celebrates its 70 th Anniversary, I am proud to be part of the Beatty Ohana, a community bound by a shared history, tradition and excellence. As we move forward, let us continue to forge new frontiers together and create a better future for the next generation!

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ANTICIPATING THE FUTURE E kūlia i ka nu'u, e ho'omau i ka hana, E holo pū me ka mana'o 'olu'olu.

Strive for the summit, continue the work, Move forward with joyful spirit.

IGNITING OUR VISION

TIMES HAVE SURELY CHANGED! Characters (from left):

SIN LAI KEONG, ROSE ANG, LOO KIT WAN, CINDY SAMSOL

(Teachers at Beatty Secondary School) Setting: Staff Lounge Time: Recess

IN THE 1980s Mrs Ang: The transparencies are so wonderful – we do not need to use the green board so much and breathe in all the chalk dust. Do you know that it is bad for our lungs?

Mrs Samsol: Oh yes, I do not need to draw graphs on the chalkboard anymore – the overlay is so effective for graph-plotting.

Mr Sin: But the overhead projector can get so hot that sometimes that I have to move away from it!

Ms Loo: And the glare can really cause my eyes to be strained. By the way, have you booked the cyclostyle machine to print your exam papers?

Mrs Ang: I wasted some stencils as I had to retype the whole passage each time I made a typo error. My arms are aching from tapping on the typewriter.

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IN THE 1990s Mr Sin: The visualiser is so cool. There is no need to write on the plastic sheets anymore. Just present the whole textbook with all the colours, pictures and words for all to see.

Ms Loo: I even use it to correct the students’ essays on the spot!

Mrs Samsol: Microsoft Word is definitely more powerful than WordStar – there are many more functions and I can also edit my errors.

Ms Loo: Microsoft PowerPoint is even more functional for presentations.

Mrs Ang: The floppy disk is getting smaller and smaller. It is so compact yet it can store all our test and exam papers.

Mr Sin: By the way, have you checked your email?

Mrs Ang: Not for a week! The desktop is always being used by someone.

Mrs Samsol: Any way, if there is any thing important, handouts will be placed in our trays, right?

2000s

Mr Sin: I just posted the algebra answers in my WhatsApp chat group.

Ms Loo: I just sent my students the comprehension answers, too. I hope the absentees will catch up with the lesson through this mode.

Mrs Ang: I am going to give a quiz via the Student Learning Space!

2020 to 2022 Ms Loo: How is your Home-based Learning preparation coming along?

Mr Sin: I have already parked all the worksheets in Microsoft Teams.

Mrs Samsol: I have uploaded all the necessary YouTube videos and worksheets in SLS. Mrs Ang: I am going to have a Zoom videoconferencing session tomorrow. Hope I do not have to remind the same few students to switch on their cameras again.

2023

Ms Loo: The tablet is so much lighter and more portable than the desktop.

Ms Loo: We are going to do away with the visualisers in the classrooms really soon!

Mrs Samsol: We do not have to share the desktop with anyone anymore. Hooray!

Mrs Samsol: The iPad and AppleTV are all the ICT gadgets we need now.

Mrs Ang: Even the thumb drive is starting to become obsolete since I can store everything in Google Drive now.

Mrs Ang: Remember the training session on ChatGPT tomorrow. There are some Apple Classroom courses to sign up for, too.

Mr Sin: We can also share all our resources in the Media Drive. It is such a useful storage system.

Mr Sin: Let us hope that all these new technologies will help us to be more ICT-savvy in time to come.

Mrs Samsol: We save a lot of time and paper not using the photocopier these days.

All: ...and make all of us life-long learners in Beatty!

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YORE AND YIELDS

During the Secondary Two History lessons, we learnt about the history of Beatty Secondary School and its connection to Singapore's early education policies. Using our investigative skills, we uncovered the school's founding, changes and successes in education that impacted generations of Singaporean youths.

We also discovered what makes up the Beatty identity.

Learning about Singapore's histor y and heritage is important because it not only teaches us about our nation, it also sheds light on the challenges we have overcome together as a community. It helps us develop a sense of belonging and identity that sets us apart from other nations in the world, and emphasises the importance of the concept of home.

In the process, we gained deeper appreciation of the social challenges Singapore faced postWorld War II and during its early independence.

We also gained insights into national policies and their impacts on the lives of Singaporeans, the value of resilience and innovation in overcoming challenges, and the importance of citizens and education in improving the lives of individuals as well as the nation as a whole.

Applying these key learning points, we drew parallels to how far Beatty has grown over the years and transformed the lives of early Singaporeans in many ways. We gained a deeper understanding about the importance of creating a sense of belonging and identity among the people in the school, and the significance of nationhood.

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FROM THE PRINCIPAL'S DESK The word Ohana goes beyond a simple idea of family. Ohana is to have a deeper sense of connectedness with anyone who is willing to hold your hand, especially when you need it most.

Ohana is about seeing, acknowledging and respecting the whole person. Ohana is to know that our actions and words have a long-lasting impact on others.

Our 70-Year Odyssey of building lives and forging frontiers is underpinned by the enduring principles of Ohana that pave our journey. Through the rich tapestry of stories, artefacts and repositories in this wonderfully woven book, you would have gleaned a glimpse of the past that we so treasure and appreciate, gained insight into acknowledging how we are being at present, and perhaps become excited about the possibilities that we anticipate for our future. These inspiring features are a reminder that we can attain and achieve anything when we come together as a collective community, one that becomes stronger, more vibrant, and more resilient as it progresses.

This speaks not just to our school, but to our necessary outlook as a country.

I am excited to witness the continued waves of achievement and innovation that Beattyians will undoubtedly make in the years to come. In an ever-changing world, it is the pace of change that we must navigate. To thrive and flourish in an ever-evolving paradigm requires each of us to appreciate the diversity of zeitgeists held by others. This is what Ohana teaches us, and is simultaneously tied with the need for us to nurture adaptive thinkers, agile learners and active contributors by designing and availing experiences that will afford every Beattyian the opportunities to discover and pursue their passions and purpose.

Beattyians, let your aspirations take flight! I am confident that you will make an indelible mark on the world.

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FROM THE PRINCIPAL'S DESK

Through the rich tapestry of stories, artefacts and repositories in this wonderfully woven book, you would have gleaned a glimpse of the past that we so treasure and appreciate, gained insight into acknowledging how we are being at present, and perhaps become excited about the possibilities that we anticipate for our future.

HARMAN JOHLL Principal

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OUR HERITAGE DECADE II

1963–1972

DECADE III

1973–1982

DECADE I

1953–1962 1968

Formation of the School Advisory Committee

1953

1972

Beatty Secondary School was established.

On 6 July 1953, the school being a coeducational institution was officially opened by Mr R M Young.

1956

Beatty Secondary School was as an all-boys school.

Beginning of PreUniversity education in Beatty Secondary School

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Official commencement of two Technical classes.

Beattyians reported to Balestier Hill Technical School for the centralised workshop with students from Balestier Hill Technical School & St Joseph’s Institution.

1982

Relocation from Serangoon Road to new (current) premises at 1 Toa Payoh North

DECADE VII

DECADE VI

DECADE IV

1983–1992

2013–2022

2003–2012 2017

DECADE V

1983

1993–2002

2011

Launch of Low Cheng Lum Scholarship (PSLE)

The school became co-educational again.

Merger with Balestier Hill Secondary School.

The school retained Beatty Secondary School as its name and preserved the heritage of Balestier Hill Secondary School.

1993

Inauguration of the Beatty Alumni Management Committee

2000

Formation of the Parent Support Group

2022

Enrolment of the first batch of Full Subject-Based Banding students in Beatty Secondary School

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FROM VISION TO PRINT: ACKNOWLEDGING THE ARTISANS OF OUR 70-YEAR NARRATIVE As we set sail on this voyage of reflection and celebration, our hearts are filled with profound humility and gratitude towards the countless individuals who have been pillars of unwavering support, silently scripting untold chapters in our school’s illustrious history.

CONTRIBUTORS

BEATTY ALUMNI

VIDEOGRAPHY TEAM

SCHOOL LEADERS

Gan Siow Huang Minister of State Ministry of Education & Ministry of Manpower

Low Cheng Lum

Joanna Chong

Patrick Lim

Tay Wee Chin

Harman Johll Principal

Mun Chor Seng

Yuen Shu Yan

Brixton Jeou

Calvin Wu

Mulyadi Ibrahim

Nur Sabrina

Lim Boon Kong Andrew Zonal Director (Schools), South Ministry of Education Low Chew Lian Superintendent, South 3 Cluster Ministry of Education Jimmy Soon Chairman School Advisory Committee Patrick Lim President Beatty Alumni

LIAISON TEAM Florence Ng Cindy Samsol

Nur Arini Azlin

PHOTOGRAPH CREDITS

Pauline Yong-Fernandez

Mun Chor Seng

Shivaani Thiagayson

Sanz Design Private Limited

PROOFREADER Sugunan Menadea

Evelyn Toh Chairperson Parent Support Group

Wee Yuting

Former and Current Beatty Educators

Fu Rong

Rose Ang

Janet Yeong Patron Beatty Alumni

Former Principals

Rohmannan Amran

PHOTOGRAPHY TEAM Nur Sabrina Eugene Aw Tino Buranasilapin

Former and Current Beattyians

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Lim Soon Wai Vice-Principal Lim Sok Ngin Vice-Principal (Administration)

PROJECT LEADS Jasmine Manimala David Loh Bobby Koh

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