Student Initiated Learning (SIL)

Programme Outcomes

The Student-Initiated Learning (SIL) programme at Boon Lay Secondary School aligns with our vision to empower students to take charge of their learning journey while exploring their interests within the DREAMS domains:

• Digital and Infotech

• Relations and Business

• Engineering, Maths, and Science

• Arts and Humanities

• Media and Design

• Sports

Through SIL, students will develop critical competencies such as self-management, problem-solving, and lifelong learning skills.

Description of Programme & Key Activities

The SIL programme comprises three tiers of activities designed to cater to students’ learning preferences and interests:

1. School-Curated Activities for Independent Learning at Home

Students have the flexibility to pursue school-curated activities during Home-Based Learning (HBL) at their own pace. These activities are accessible via the SIL MS Teams and Student Learning Space (SLS) platforms. They are designed to be simple, safe, and stress-free, encouraging exploration in areas such as:

• Swift Playground with Your iPad (Digital and Infotech)

• Digital science experiments (Engineering, Maths, and Science)

• Active Arcade (Sports)

• Music in Singapore (Arts and Humanities)

2.  School-Facilitated Activities with Peers

Students can return to school during HBL to use school facilities  and engage in hands-on activities collaboratively with their peers. These activities foster teamwork, enhance practical skills, and allow students to maximize the use of school resources. Examples include:

• Cricut and 3D printing projects in the Design Studio (Media and Design)

• Sports training sessions such as basketball, badminton, or Captain’s Ball (Sports)

3. Fully Student-Initiated Activities with Peers

In this category, students independently plan and execute activities with their peers, further developing leadership and collaboration skills. Examples include:

• Modern dance rehearsals (Relations and Business)

• Organizing video production or photography projects (Arts and Humanities)

• Outdoor activities like basketball and soccer (Sports)

SIL Digital Showcase

Students will document and present their learning journey during the SIL Digital Showcase. This platform celebrates their achievements and inspires their peers, fostering a vibrant learning community.

Through SIL, Boon Lay Secondary School nurtures well-rounded, self-directed learners ready to thrive in the future.

Remember, SIL is about pursuing your passions in a safe, simple, and enjoyable way!

Click here to watch: Digital Showcase