Values In Action
Discover how Temasek Junior College nurtures students to grow with empathy and purpose. Explore the VIA programmes that build values in action across all six years.
VALUES IN ACTION
At Temasek Junior College, we are uniquely positioned to nurture our students across a six-year learning journey.
During the Integrated Programme (IP1–4), our focus is on cultivating empathy that leads to action. Students build strong foundations through guided experiences that help them understand diverse perspectives, develop a sense of purpose, and gain the confidence to contribute to their community meaningfully.
In the Junior College years (JC1–2), the emphasis shifts towards developing awareness into advocacy. Students deepen their understanding of the world around them, take greater ownership of their learning, collaborate with peers, and act with influence and impact.
Across all six years, we place strong emphasis on personal learning and reflection, anchored in our core competencies and learning outcomes. Our aim is to help every student grow with intention, compassion, and a readiness to make a positive difference.
Values in Action learning outcomes by level and stage of growth
Level | Stage of Growth | Core Competency | Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|---|---|
IP1 | Empathy | Perspective-taking | Understand community needs and practice seeing from others’ viewpoints |
IP2 | Contribution | Collaboration & Responsibility | Contribute actively in guided service experiences |
IP3 | Embracing Diversity | Inclusivity Mindset | Critically think of own assumptions and growing initiative through school-planned projects |
IP4 | Lead with Purpose | Communication, Adaptive Thinking and Decision-making | Communicate with peers to make responsible decisions, adapting to situation with relevant information through school-planned projects |
JC1-2 | Advocacy | Applying Core Competencies to Address Complex Social Issues | Speaking up for causes in school / community, driving student-led initiatives with sustained impact, and positively influencing others |
CCA VIA
Every TJCian also participates in VIA through their CCA annually, building sustained partnerships to positively impact their chosen beneficiaries. Students keen to take on leadership roles, can also look forward to opportunities as CCA VIA Representatives.
CCAs will have the opportunity to showcase their VIA efforts during the annual Service Learning Fiesta in Term 3.
Flagship VIA Programmes (JC)
Defy Camp
DEFY challenges JC1 students to push beyond their limits through leadership development and adventure. This signature programme culminates in an annual hike, where participants demonstrate resilience while contributing to the President's Challenge and community, embodying our vision of developing socially responsible leaders.
Temasek Overseas Outreach Programme (TOOP)
The Overseas Outreach Programme (TOOP) offers students a unique opportunity to grow as leaders while making a meaningful impact on communities abroad. Through TOOP, students design and organize service-learning trips that respond directly to the needs of overseas beneficiaries. Along the way, they undergo training grounded in the Service-Learning model, ensuring their projects are purposeful and sustainable.
