Distinctive Programmes
Arts for Life and Community
Consisting of two elements Applied Learning Programme (ALP) and Lifelong Learning Programme (LLP), Yishun Secondary School’s Distinctive Programme (DP) centres around sonic arts, music arrangement and technology with an outreach to the community in mind. Students embark on a journey of discovery, from exploring the different facet of sonic arts and developing their interest in music.
The holistic programme adopts a three-tiered approach to develop students' appreciation and talent in sonic arts. At Tier 1, all students are introduced to sonic arts through music lessons. In Secondary 1, they acquire foundational music knowledge, while in Secondary 2, they explore music technology in collaboration with industry professionals.
At Tier 2, students with a deeper passion for music are further nurtured through specialised masterclasses and gain hands-on experience recording their work in the school’s in-house recording studio. They are also given platforms to showcase their talents, such as the annual singing competition, Vocalistic and the performing arts festival, Arts Extravaganza.
By Tier 3, selected students represent the school in external music competitions and participate in community engagement performances, allowing them to contribute back to the community through the arts.
Key Programmes
Sonic Arts and Music (SAM) Week
Students explore various sonic arts and music modules, such as digital doodling, street photography, manga drawing, and K-pop dance, providing opportunities to develop their artistic interests and discover new forms of creative expression.
Students working on their drawings during SAM Week.
Arts Extravaganza: Expressions
The Arts Extravaganza is a dynamic and inclusive celebration that offers Yishunites the opportunity to present their involvement in various art forms to the school and the broader community. This event showcases the works of students from the Performing Arts Co-Curricular Activities (CCAs) and the Music and Arts Students.
This year's Arts Extravaganza revolves around the theme of "Expressions", symbolising the students' ability to share their unique talents and creativity with the audience through various forms of artistic expression. The theme emphasises the importance of self-expression, allowing students to communicate their emotions, thoughts, and personal stories through their performances and artwork. The event was a great success, drawing strong support from the school, parents and members of the community.
Concert band student performing during Arts Extravaganza.
Gu Zheng’s students performing during Arts Extravaganza.
Modern Dance students performing during Arts Extravaganza.
Art students showcasing their art pieces.
Vocalistic
Vocalistic is an annual singing competition that provides Yishunites with a platform to showcase their vocal talents. It allows participants to express themselves freely, singing their hearts out and sharing their passion for music with the school.
Singing Masterclass for the Vocalistic Semi-Finalists.
Career Assembly Talk : Arts in the Real World by Elisa Liu (Visual Artist) and Bryant Koh (Musician)
Local visual artist Elisa Liu and musician Bryant Koh shared their journeys from the corporate world to finding fulfillment in art and music. They discussed the challenges they faced and offered insights into pursuing their passions.
Career Assembly Talk with Bryant Koh and Elisa Liu.