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This is the event most students look
forward to. And this time, we had
the honour of having the rest of
Ascend’s staff with us as well! It
was a Singapore themed lunch so
each class had to bring a local dish.
And what better way to end the
lunch by letting everyone have a
hand at making the local Teh Tarik (“Pulled Tea”).
It was fun and we were full. Thanks to all who participated!
To motivate our learners to communicate with confidence June 2015
Can you guess who
this ‘Mystery Person’
is?
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To motivate our learners to communicate with confidence September 2015
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On 24th September this year, Muslims in Singapore celebrate Hari Raya Haji, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice. During this period, they wear their finest clothes and go to the mosques to listen to sermons and pray. But the most important ritual observed is the 'korban' (sacrifice). Worshippers slaughter live sheep, lambs, goats and cows. The meat is then distributed to family, friends and the poor.. After this, Muslims visit families and friends, and relax over a meal together. source: http://www.yoursingapore.com/festivals-events-singapore/cultural-festivals/hari-raya-haji.html
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September 2015
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Module 3
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Polling
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Writing Speaking Hari Raya
Haji
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Starter
Li min
Huang xiaolan
xiao haipeng
Pre-Intermediate
may thi thuy dung
shi lei
starter
sekar madhubalan
nguyen thi my tien
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Upper Intermediate 2
tomomatsu naomi
advanced
Yoshida Takuma
Travis Phee
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