By Shannen Lim (24A01A)
(Written in light of National Women’s Friendship Day)
“Are you okay?” “Yeah, I’ve got my girls.”
This is the opening to one of the many Tik Tok audios under the trend of celebrating girlhood and female friendships. These Tik Tok videos feature many across the world sharing pictures of their gal pals and fun activities they engage in together.
Continue reading “Oh how I love being a woman: Celebrating Female Friendships”
By Arissa Binte Kamaruzaman (24A01A), Camillia Anum Mohamad Ashraff (24S03B), Cao Yuhan (24S03M), Chandrasekaran Shreya (24S06A), Cheah Zong Heng (24S06P), Chia Kei Yin (24S03C), Dang Tran Minh Phuong (Annie) (24A01A)
Being a Rafflesian may be a vastly different adventure for different people, but the spark of joy when a classmate asks “Anyone wants something from Chill?”, the anticipation of biting into a freshly-baked waffle, and the glee in comparing waffle flavours with friends are central parts of the RI experience. Raffles Press dives into stories behind the waffle-making process and what waffles truly mean to Rafflesians.
Continue reading “An Ode to Waffles…”
By Calyss Ng (24A01A)
The Singapore Indoor Stadium is best known for getting crowded during concerts, with thousands of fans often decked out in merchandise and clambering to get the best spot.
Continue reading “Super 24 2023: A Decade of Dance”
By Iman Talia (24S03E), Syaura Nashwa (24S03R), Vera Heng (24S03R)
On 11 May 2023, the back and forth of the tennis ball reverberated around the courts. As the sound punctuated the still air, the spectators held their breath: who would get the next point, Hwa Chong or Raffles?
It wasn’t an easy fight. Every time a point was scored, the audience erupted into raucous cheers. Eagle-eyed supporters craned their necks, not wanting to miss a single rally. Even with the racket created by a nearby grass cutter, the spectators’ cheers were strong, loud and unyielding. The intense atmosphere was clearly evident, with both sides determined to win.
Continue reading “Clinching the Gold: Tennis Girls’ NSG 2023”
By Raffles Press ’24
Foreword by Arissa Binte Kamaruzaman (24A01A), Chairperson, Raffles Press ’24
Amidst the stresses of school life, the unconditional guidance of our teachers has always been a comforting reminder that there is more to school than the rat race. Our teachers open our eyes to the understated beauty of learning—a spirited endeavour of making mistakes, making meaning, and making memories.
Continue reading “Special Edition: Teachers’ Day 2023”