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JC 1 Orientation

31 January 2016 , a date that marked the start of a brand new journey for the newest members of the Josephian family – the JC 1 students at the Senior School . Based on the theme " Afresh , A family ", the JC1 students led by their ever-passionate Orientation Group Leaders , played , sang and cheered their hearts out over the five days . They participated in activities ranging from ice-breaking sessions , to the Amazing Race that called upon the JC1 students to display teamwork , the House Games where the passion for their Fraternities was on full show , and the Mass Dance where they danced and swayed in tune with each other .

The students also learnt about SJI through the Heritage Trail , visiting stations to learn about SJI ’ s values , as well as the significant people and events in the rich history of the school . They were introduced and taught
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the culture of service in SJI , and what it means to be Lasallian . Special time , too , was allocated for the JC1 students to consolidate all that they had learnt and experienced with their Tutorial Groups in Peer Support Sessions . The Nightwalk was a time of serene and meaningful reflection of their growth during Orientation , as well as a sharing of their hopes and dreams for the upcoming two years . The event culminated in a campfire , during which thunderous cheers and singing filled the air .
The orientation camp is not the end but the beginning of a wonderful journey for the JC1 students , as they continue to bond with their seniors and batch mates alike , whilst experiencing the Josephian community , and discovering for themselves what it means to be Josephian .