Chung Cheng High School, Secondary School in Singapore
Chung Cheng High School is a secondary school in Mountbatten on Goodman Road. The campus features large buildings with Chinese architectural elements including stylized bat symbols, a library, laboratories, a large auditorium, and Zhongzheng Lake, a quiet area where students gather and relax.
The school was founded in 1939 by philanthropists including Aw Boon Haw as an all-boys institution. After the Japanese occupation starting in 1942, it reopened in 1945 and began admitting girls, marking a significant shift in its development and reach.
The school's name derives from a Chinese concept of fairness and justice that guides its values. Its role today centers on preserving Chinese traditions through a heritage gallery displaying historical photographs and artifacts that help visitors and students understand Singapore's past.
The school is located in an easily accessible area of Mountbatten with spacious grounds and modern facilities. Visitors can explore the architectural details and gazetted national monuments, including the main entrance arch and Zhulin Building, which are protected heritage structures.
The school holds a 2005 Guinness World Record for the longest can chain project completed by students. The original 1969 sculpture called 中正人 is now preserved at the National Gallery Singapore, while a brass model on campus inspires current students.
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