Useful Words and Phrases for Situational Writing

The following expressions are useful when talking about the value or benefit of an idea/
activity in connection to the school’s mission goals and objectives, life values, character
building, or any laudable aspect.

Through this programme/ initiative/ plan/ project/ activity/ enterprise/ workshop/ scheme/
adventure camp/ proposal/ interschool competition, students will learn to…
..empathise with the less privileged in society
..pick up cooking, tent-building and other survival skills
..not only enjoy and acquire knowledge of nature, but also benefit from the physical
exercise
..understand another school’s culture and appreciate the differences between that
school and ours

This programme/ activity/ camp…

..promotes friendship and team spirit
..promotes simplicity and humility in life
..has recreation and educational benefits/ functions
..will improve mutual understanding among students
..forges friendships

From this programme/ activity/ camp…

..students can relax and enrich their knowledge of problem solving
..can enrich their knowledge and appreciation of nature and wildlife
..students will be exposed to the need to be sensitive and tolerant individuals in
order to live harmoniously with others.
..students can get to know the cultures of foreign students and further their
understanding of cultural differences between people of different countries
..different schools come together giving opportunities for students to meet and
know one another

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Though the fund-raising activity, students will exemplify the virtues of a caring
individual who considers the needs of the less privileged in society.

The concert is part of the school’s thirtieth anniversary celebrations and through its
secondary purpose of fund-raising for the Society for the Blind embodies the school’s
values of being a society-caring organisation.

The interschool adventure camp will help students bridge the cultural gap between
foreign and local students.

The lessons we learn through the team-building programme embrace the school’s
mission statement of learning and playing through teamwork, consideration for others
and love for one another.

The leadership workshop embodies an array of skills relating to people, co-operation

and goal fulfilment.

The interclass competition will instil values like discipline, teamwork, courage and
confidence among the students.

Participation in the speech workshop will give students confidence in oral

presentations and improve their verbal and debating skills.

The charity-inspired initiative will inculcate moral and ethical values in the students.

There are not only recreational but educational benefits to be realised from this
school trip.

The knowledge and skills gained from this outdoor activity can provide students with
experiences that cannot be duplicated in the classroom, but are nonetheless an
integral part of character development.
The activity will expand students’ learning beyond the walls of the classroom to the
vast community outside.

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The values learnt in this programme exemplify the virtues which we should embrace
for life.

The interschool computer link-up will have long-term benefits for our students as they
will acquire technological as well as people skills.

The two-day Outdoor Physical Camp will impart the values of teamwork, co-operation
and problem solving in a non-threatening environment.

The programme’s aims are parallel to the school’s objectives of achieving

excellence without sacrificing moral values.

This fund-raising benefit embodies the importance of developing good values,

social skills and sense of duty and responsibility towards not only our family but also
others in our society.

This outdoor activity will bring balance to the heavy load of academic work.

The leadership programme, which comprises outdoor activities such as kayaking and
trekking, will teach participants cooking and communal living skills as well as team
leading and motivational speech skills.

Through this enrichment programme, students will learn to embrace the values of
thrift, teamwork and kindness towards their fellowmen.

An overseas educational trip will broaden our minds and horizons, enabling us to
help the less fortunate in faraway lands and helping us to appreciate the good life we
have at home.

The programme emphasises the values of thrift/ sportsmanship/ physical and mental
challenges/ caring for others.

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By living and interacting with the foreign students, our students’ overall social and
communication skills will be enhanced.

Through this programme, students are given an opportunity to exhibit their hidden
talent and creativity.

By earmarking a day to celebrate the different religions in our country, we are

celebrating our cultural and religious differences.

The secular spirit of our country is reflected in the programme, promoting each
other’s cultures and religions.

At the workshop/ camp, students will learn from hands-on experience

By empowering them to shape their character into a more responsible, sensitive and
caring member of society, the character-building workshop will give them a head start
to find out for themselves how they can turn their weaknesses into strengths.

The building of the library has long-term benefits for the students, this being the place
to acquire knowledge.

The Night Camp will not only bring fun to the students, but also encourage interaction
and meaningful communication among them.

An adventure camp could be organised with the aim of imparting survival skills and
the spirit of teamwork to the students.

The programme aims to acquaint the students with their cultural heritage and
further their appreciation of the diverse cultures that they are exposed to.

The visit to the historical town will open the eyes of the students to the rich cultures
and traditions that embrace the past and present.