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Maris Stella High School's Exciting Transformation: A Co-Ed Future Ahead

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Exciting news! Maris Stella High School will undergo a major transformation to become co-ed by 2027. Find out more about this historic change!

Maris Stella High School, along with Woodlands Ring Secondary School, is set for a significant makeover in the coming years as announced by the Ministry of Education (MOE). The schools, established in 1958 and currently situated at Mount Vernon since 1966, are preparing for a remarkable transformation. Maris Stella High School (Primary) is embracing a groundbreaking change by welcoming girls into its student body from 2027 onwards. This shift aims to cater better to the community's educational needs and marks a new chapter in the school's history.

The decision to integrate a co-ed system reflects a progressive approach towards education, adapting to evolving societal norms and values. Maris Stella High School's move towards inclusivity signifies a step towards gender equality and diversity in the educational landscape. With this initiative, the school is poised to create a more inclusive and holistic learning environment for all students. The transformation of the primary section of Maris Stella High School symbolizes a forward-looking approach that prioritizes equality in education.

In the future, as Maris Stella High School embarks on this journey towards co-education, it paves the way for a more diverse and enriched learning experience for its students. The blend of perspectives and backgrounds will contribute to a vibrant school culture, fostering collaboration and mutual respect among students. This significant shift not only marks a change in school dynamics but also highlights the commitment to embracing change and progress in the field of education.

As Maris Stella High School continues its evolution towards a co-ed system, the integration of girls into the primary section will create a more balanced and inclusive school community. This transformative move is not just about gender integration but also about nurturing a supportive and welcoming environment for all students. The school's forthcoming transition signifies a progressive step towards building a more equitable and diverse educational institution for future generations.

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Maris Stella High School to be rebuilt; primary school to become ... (CNA)

SINGAPORE: Maris Stella High School (MSHS) and Woodlands Ring Secondary School (WRSS) will be rebuilt in the next few years, the Ministry of Education (MOE) ...

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Maris Stella High to be rebuilt; primary school section to take in girls ... (The Straits Times)

The school was founded in 1958 and moved to its current Mount Vernon site in 1966. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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Maris Stella High (Primary) to accept girls from 2027, Mount Vernon ... (Must Share News)

From 2027, Maris Stella High School (Primary) will turn co-ed to better serve the needs of nearby residents, MOE said on 6 May.

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Maris Stella High School to be rebuilt, primary section to go co-ed in ... (Mothership.sg)

The secondary section will remain as an all-boys school "for now", said MOE.

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'It's only right for the community': Parents of Maris Stella High boys ... (AsiaOne)

Both the primary and secondary schools at Maris Stella's Mount Vernon campus will also be rebuilt from 2027 to 2029. Speaking to AsiaOne, Ong Chin Kai, father ...

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'Change is inevitable': Maris Stella High alumni react to primary ... (The Straits Times)

Some said taking in girls could encourage more diversity in the school, in terms of CCA options. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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