Scholars Development Programme

Discover how the Scholars Development Programme equips promising students with mentoring, leadership exposure, and community experiences to prepare them for scholarships and future careers.

Last updated 30 April 2026

The Scholars Development Programme adopts a broad-based and holistic approach that aims to develop our students in the programme to their full potential, prepare them for scholarship opportunities and empower them to achieve their career goals and aspirations.

Mission: To equip promising students with opportunities and exposure, helping them become compassionate, informed, and skilled leaders who serve their community to the best of their ability.

Selection Criteria:
L1R5 raw score of 11 and below. Other considerations include:

Keen to apply for scholarships
Leadership experience / intending to take up leadership role in JPJC
Excellent character reference
Selection interview

Members of this programme are empowered through:

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Structured Mentoring Programme

Each student in this programme is assigned a teacher mentor who will guide them in discussions about higher education, scholarships, and career goals. The teacher mentors will also help students identify growth opportunities that enhance the development of 21st Century Competencies and support them in documenting their experiences through e-portfolios.

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Student Experience Programme with Meet-The-People Session

During the Meet-the-People Sessions, students can gain an insight of the real concerns of the community and how the Grassroots Adviser views and resolves issues as a community leader.

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Group photo with Mr Gan Kim Yong (Grassroots Adviser to Chua Chu Kang). Student Experience Programme with Choa Chu Kang Meet-the-People Session (May 2024)

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Group photo with Mr Gan Kim Yong (Grassroots Adviser to Chua Chu Kang). Student Experience Programme with Choa Chu Kang Meet-the-People Session (Nov-Dec 2024)

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Group photo with Mr Zhulkarnain Abdul Rahim (Grassroots Adviser to Keat Hong). Student Experience Programme with Keat Hong Meet-the-People Session (May 2024)

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Group photo with Mr Zhulkarnain Abdul Rahim (Grassroots Adviser to Keat Hong). Student Experience Programme Programme with Keat Hong Meet-the-People Session (Jun-Jul 2025)

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Leadership Camp for West Zone Sec Schools

Students in this programme plan and organise an annual Leadership Camp for secondary school student leaders, primarily from the West Zone cluster of schools, during the June holidays. This event offers scholars the opportunity to learn how to inspire and impact their juniors, fostering a sense of leadership and responsibility. Through this leadership camp, both the student organisers and secondary school attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how 21st Century Competencies - such as growth mindset, building positive relationships, and ethical decision-making - are essential for their development as student leaders.

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Photo of camp participants tackling the Shark Tank challenge. Leadership Camp for West Zone Sec Schools 2024

A group of students and an adult pose at a Leadership Camp, holding a hand-drawn banner reading "Jaiders."

Group photo of camp participants with Principal Mr Kevin Ang. Leadership Camp for West Zone Sec Schools 2024

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Group photo of camp participants. Leadership Camp for West Zone Sec Schools 2025

Students in black shirts present in front of a projected slide titled "Leave No One Behind: Inclusivity for the Disabled."

Camp participants presenting their ideas. Leadership Camp for West Zone Sec Schools 2025

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Jurong Spring Family Sports Carnival

Students in this programme, together with members from sports CCAs in JPJC, collaborate with the People’s Association’s Jurong Spring Community Sports Network to organise a family sports carnival for the Jurong Spring community. The event features interactive game booths that engage residents across different age groups, and is graced by Dr Hamid Razak, Adviser to West Coast–Jurong West GRC (Jurong Spring). This carnival provides students with the opportunity to serve the wider community while nurturing personal growth through community engagement.

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Group photo with Dr Hamid Razak (Grassroots Adviser to Jurong Spring). Jurong Spring Family Sports Carnival 2025

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Dr Hamid Razak interacting with Jurong Spring residents. Jurong Spring Family Sports Carnival 2025

Students in Jurong Pioneer Junior College shirts gather around a table with cans during an outdoor activity.

Booth facilitators interacting with Jurong Spring residents. Jurong Spring Family Sports Carnival 2025

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Skills Based Training (Community Leadership, Communication Skills, and Interview Skills)

To better prepare and equip our students with the skills and competencies needed to lead community projects and excel in scholarship interviews, experienced trainers provide specialised training for students in this programme.