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Carpe Diem: Orientation 2026

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By Looi Ee Xin (26S03M), Tan Yan Qi (26S06M) and Tomi Peh (26S06P)

Carpe diem. Seize the day, boys. Make your lives extraordinary.

Mr Keating, Dead Poets Society

Carpe diem, or “seize the day”, encourages us to bask in the present moment, and worry little for the future. This year’s orientation theme was one of adventure and decisiveness, and both were delivered. Stepping into unfamiliar ground, surrounded by unfamiliar faces, you had 3 days to make the most of your time.

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China in Motion: Narratives of the Past and Visions Ahead

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By Gladys Koh (26A01B) and Koh Shin Robbie (26A01A)

China is on the rise, and we are hearing more about it on the international stage today. Why not have a taste at what they have to share instead?

Last November, we visited the ancient cities of Beijing and Xi’an to learn more on China’s national narratives and aspirations. Watch on to travel through millennia of civilisation and the visions ahead! 🎥

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Lessons From The Oceanarium

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By Jaden Lum Zi Jun (26S05A) and Nithilan Balachander (26A01C)

Behind the thick glass barriers of the newly-opened Singapore Oceanarium, lie many magnificent creatures of the sea. But look a little closer, and you will also find millions of years of evolutionary history buried in the DNA of these very creatures. Curious how these organisms developed from the same bacteria that we came from? Let Raffles Press take you on an evolutionary journey spanning billions of years, all from the comfort of your home.

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Where To Touch Grass

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By Tok Kai Xue (26A01B)

As the September holidays arrive, many of us are cooped up at home to lock in. But resting your mind is equally important, and what better way to recharge than by reconnecting with nature?

If you’re new to touching grass, watch this video for a list of parks and trails to check out!

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When I was in RJC…

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By Georgia Ong (26S03O), Looi Ee Xin (26S03M), Nicole Lee (26S05A)

This Teacher’s Day, Raffles Press took a blast from the past — we reached out to four current RI teachers who previously were RI students. What was RI like back then? How did their school life differ from us? 

Armed with a camera, a mic and some burning questions, we set out to find the answers to these questions. 

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