THE 51ST HCSC

A message from the 51st…

Hi everyone! We’re the 51st Hwa Chong Students’ Council (HCSC)

As a passionate cohort of 50 Councillors who have received the mandate from our peers, to serve our school and more importantly, our student body. Our Council comprises the Non-Standing Executive Committee (NSE), Executive Committee (ExCo), Extended Council Attaché Committee (ECACo), Publications and Publicity Committee (PubCo), Social and Relations Committee (S&R), Student Engagement and Culture Committee (SECCo) and Welfare Committee (WelCo). No two committees are identical, yet all are equally indispensable to the day-to-day functionings of the Council. 

Since its inception in 1973, the Council has strived to make the JC experience a memorable one for everyone, and Hwa Chong a home for all. We want to be the voice that represents you - the students. We pledge to always carry out our responsibilities to the best of our ability, working as one for the interest of the school, and the welfare of the students, being the pinnacle of leadership our school has to offer. 

How? Beyond planning Hwa Chong’s 7 annual flagship events, we also stay connected with students, both past and present, through our social media page @HCUnite and our website. We also keep our school spirit strong through the teaching and leading of our school’s Song, Dance and Cheers (abbreviated into SODACHE). The elements of SODACHE were conceived and passed down by generations of seniors who walked this campus before us, and still remain a staple in our Hwa Chong tradition today. 

At the end of the day, we hope to help forge our shared Hwa Chong identity, in this vibrant community that we all call our home. As always, we aim to embody the school’s vision, to Live with Passion and Lead with Compassion.

The HCSC - by students, for students.

As the core body in the Executive Committee, the Non-Standing Executive Committee is responsible for steering the council direction, while pushing boundaries to lead the council to greater heights. On an individual level, the committee is committed to supporting each and every councillor to pursue their passions, and partner them in their council journey ahead.

The Extended Council Attaché Committee comprises the Councillors who serve as Presidents and Vice-Presidents to the Values-In-Action Council, Green Council and Students' National Education Council. Each of these Presidents and Vice Presidents will serve in both the Students' Council and their Extended Councils, acting as a bridge to promote better communication between leadership bodies. In doing so, they work to build meaningful collaborations that will create a holistic experience for the student body.

Through the use of HCunite and the Council Board, the Publication and Publicity Committee publicises council events and initiatives, aiming to increase communication and transparency between the student body and the Students' Council. Moreover, our team is also dedicated to promoting a common identity for the Council and the school, while aspiring to make student life more exciting!

By forging common experiences, the Student Engagement and Culture committee aspires to be the champion of our school's culture and identity, fostering a strong sense of belonging to the school, and keeping the Hwa Chong spirit burning bright. The committee is also the torchbearer of our school's vibrant song, dance and cheer culture, also known as SODACHE. The Student Engagement and Culture Committee works to strengthen student bonds and create memories that will last a lifetime.

The Social and Relations Committee seeks to be the eyes and ears of the council, championing grassroot efforts to connect with the student body on a deeper level. Through building bonds and promoting interactions between the council and the student body, the committee strives to inculcate a unified sense of belonging to the school across all domains, promoting the #Facs1Hwach spirit that we all know and love! In addition, the committee spearheads external communications with external Councils from other institutions, laying the groundwork for prospective collaborations to further vitalise the experience of Hwa Chongians.

The Welfare Committee champions the welfare of the student population with heart and dedication. The committee strives to promote the well being of the student population for a conducive learning environment for all HwaChongians. Through infrastructure such as the Common Room and Welfare Room, the committee reaches out to the student body, rendering services and hosting activities that add vibrancy to the student experience. As the saying in the Welfare Committee goes, "Your Welfare Is Our Affair". The 51st Welfare Committee hopes to do their best to let you smile a little wider, laugh a little louder.