"To me, the Humanities Programme is a truly holistic and well-rounded journey, that upholds the highest standards of academic rigour while cultivating a deep and lasting interest for the Arts in students. RIHP tutors are intensely passionate and knowledgeable about their subjects, and our small-group, discussion-based tutorials challenged me to think analytically and creatively. HP also boasts a unique range of opportunities for extracurricular enrichment from the year-end overseas trip to weekly civics talks, which have broadened my world view and developed my appreciation for culture."
- Travis Tan Gene, 20A03A
"HP
is more than just an academic programme––by the end of two years, your batch
feels like a one big, fun family. I’ve met some of my closest friends in HP and
I’ve been taught by tutors both passionate about what they teach and invested
in our growth as people who care about the world. I’m going to miss all of
it––the random break time debates about literally anything, the hilariously
disastrous birthday surprises, panting up the many mountains on our trip to
Yunnan. I went in wanting to learn about literature and history but I came out
with so much more!"
- Wong Shao-yi, 20A01B
"Raffles HP has provided me with tremendous opportunities for
growth - not solely in academic ability, but character too. I’ve been blessed
with the best teachers and classmates here, and memories that I’ll treasure for
life!"
- Ella Cheong, 20A01A
"Going into the humanities programme last year was daunting - I was
very aware of the fact that the expectations placed on us would be high, both
in terms of academics and in terms of character. Two years in J block have
passed and although being in HP has been challenging, it has been just as
intellectually stimulating. I’ve learnt a lot from the opportunities we have to
hold discourse, both in proper classes and activities as well as in our own
conversations among peers during breaks or after school. We’ve been given so
many opportunities to look beyond ourselves and at the world around us – the Yunnan
trip, in particular, let us experience new cultures and appreciate them.
All these experiences have
been incredibly enriching and exciting, but after 2 years, what I’ve come to
appreciate most about HP is the people I’ve met and the friendships I’ve
formed. It may have been intimidating to meet so many amazing people at once
last year, but over time I’ve found that J block has become something of a
second home for me, and I’m really, really going to cherish the times we’ve had
as a batch learning, growing, and deepening our passions for the humanities
together. It also really helps that we’ve had incredible teachers who, apart
from being fantastic at what they do, also take the time to get to know us and
care for us. In summary, I’m extremely grateful for all the learning
opportunities I’ve gotten here in Raffles HP - both in academics and in
character, and for all the people who have made this journey so much more fun!
Thank you RHP2020 :-)"
- Nellie Toh, 20A01A