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Friday, May 15, 2009

SFLS Visit to Evergreen

Evergreen Secondary welcomes distinguished visitors from Shanghai Foreign Language School (SFLS)

On the 9th April, distinguished guests from Shanghai Foreign Language School, led by the vice-principal, Mr Zhao Junning, visited Evergreen Secondary School.

Shanghai Foreign Language School is one of the most prestigious middle schools in the city of Shanghai. It has groomed many outstanding individuals who hold key positions in government as well as in the private sectors. One of the most notable alumni is the current Foreign Minister of China, Mr Yang Jiechi. It is indeed a special honour to be able to establish a partnership with the Shanghai Foreign Language School.

Our honoured guests were received warmly by our principal, Mr Chan Yew Wooi, and our vice-principals, Mr Lee Teck Wah and Mrs Theresa Lim. During the visit, details of the partnership between the two schools were discussed.

In addition, staff of Evergreen Secondary shared with our guests on the initiatives and programmes in our school. Mdm Komathi, Head of the English Department, shared on the teaching of English Language in Evergreen Secondary. Mr Tyrus Chua, our Research Activist, shared on the Debate Programme, an English Department Teach Less Learn More (TLLM) Ignite innovation.

The guests were impressed with the values that the school adopts, particularly the value of respect, due to its relevance in the current context of an increasingly globalized world. They were also impressed with the achievements of our staff and students in national competitions.


Group photo with our distinguished guests

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