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Clementi Town Secondary School
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School History
Clementi Town Secondary School was established in 1980 in the heart of Clementi. Students are endearingly referred to as Clementeens.
The school’s roots in computing were planted early in 1994, when the Apple Macintosh Computer laboratory was set up after it was selected to be a pilot school for the Smart Classroom Project. Subsequently, the school launched its IT (information technology) Masterplan in 1997.
In 2008, the school completed its PRIME upgrading; the event was celebrated with a school-wide walk back to its Clementi campus from the holding site in Commonwealth. Committed to its aim to develop students’ passions. In 2009, the school began its biennial musical journey, where students and alumni stage a musical production together. The first musical was "To Kill a Mockingbird".
In 2015, the school celebrated its 35th anniversary through four key events: the planting of a time capsule that will be unearthed when the school turns 50 in 2030; a combined aesthetics concert; a homecoming dinner; and the CT Shoes4Soles event, where the school collected and distributed shoes to the needy.
In the same year, the school was accorded the Applied Learning Programme in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, and the Learning for Life Programme, ‘Leadership through Uniformed Groups’.
Principals:
- Ms Kan Sou Tin (1980–1986)
- Sister Maria Lau (1986–1990)
- Mrs Virginia Cheng (1990–1994)
- Mdm Ann Phua (1995–1996)
- Mrs Lim Thian Loke (1997–1999)
- Dr Hang Kim Hoo (2000–2004)
- Mrs Tan Jong Lek (2005–2009)
- Mrs Grace Chua (2010–2013)
- Mrs Helen Tan-Lee (2014–2021)
- Mdm Rasidah Bte Rahim (2022 - present)
Key Milestones
key milestones
1980 | Establishment of Clementi Town Secondary School. |
2005 | Launch of the ASPIRE Camps for all levels. |
2008 | Completion of PRIME upgrading. |
2010 | Celebration of the efforts and holistic development of students through a range of awards – Clementeen of the Year, Performing Arts Medallion, Sportsperson of the Year, UG Cadet of the Year and Community Service Award. |
2011 | Volleyball ‘B’ Division Boys wins second place at the West Zone tournaments. |
2012 | Launch of Science Mentorship Programme, a partnership with National University of Singapore. |
2015 | Accorded Applied Learning Programme in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Accorded Learning for Life Programme, ‘Leadership through Uniformed Groups’. |
2016 | Staging of fifth biennial musical, What Would I Give, in Victoria Theatre. |
2017 | Inaugural leadership handover ceremony for leadership positions in co-curricular activities, student council and class management committees. |
2018 | Learning Festival – staff and students share their interests and knowledge with one other. |
School Motto
Aspire & Grow
School Crest
The initials ‘CTS’ feature on the school crest. The letter ‘T’ is in the form of a stylised tree with four layers of leaves. Each layer becomes narrower as it ascends, to denote the idea of growth and aspiration. The school motto is in bold black lettering. The colour green is used for the basic design of the initials, to symbolise growth. White is used for the background to symbolise purity.
School Song
We are one big family
In Clementi Town Secondary
With a true spirit and with zeal
Diligence and loyalty
Together we grow in wisdom, strength and unity
Chorus:
Clementi Town Secondary
We pledge to uphold your name
From each his best and yet as one
We'll strive to aspire and grow
(Repeat)
In all endeavours we’ll work hard
In lessons or sports or in music
Skills and good traits to be acquired
Not forgetting humility
For country and nation –
We'll serve in peace and harmony