Temasek Polytechnic 15th Anniversary Banners (Singapore)

Mission, Vision, Values, Philosophy & Ethos Mission To prepare school-leavers and working adults for a future of dynamic change, with relevant knowledge, lifelong skills, character, and a thirst for continuous improvement. Vision To be a world-class institution in the global education network, reputed for our programmes, applied research, managerial excellence and innovative corporate culture. Values > Responsibility for the continued growth and success of Temasek Polytechnic > Respect for the dignity of the individual > Integrity of the highest order > Student-centredness > Future-orientation Philosophy To provide each student with the best possible environment for his/her total development, both academically and emotionally. Environmental Policy Temasek Polytechnic shall actively engage in carrying out exemplary environmental practices by: > exploring efficient use of resources to REDUCE wastage; > identifying creative and practical ways to REUSE our resources; and > promoting opportunities to RECYCLE waste. Work closely with our green committee to educate the staff, students and the community around us about environmental issues through exhibitions, seminars and other events. Wherever practicable, purchase goods and services from suppliers that are environmentally responsible. Through an accredited Environmental Management System, commit to continually improve our practices and ensure that they comply with environmental laws and regulations. Wherever practicable, include the principles of environmental management and pollution prevention, and other related green topics in our curriculum. ^ back to top TP Song Music Video (duration around 4 mins): Broadband version – for 256k & above Low bandwidth version – for 56k modem Download Windows Media Player to view the video. Lyrics We’re Temasek Polytechnic, full of confidence and pride As we go from strength and strength we know, success is on our side There is nothing we can’t do, with a team that is the best Temasek’s Me, Temasek’s You, we are a team (x2) We’re together in our promise, to achieve the very best We’re the strength of Singapore, and we’ll stand up to any test We’re the pride of a nation, that is going very far Temasek’s Me, Temasek’s You, we are a team (x2) For the future of our country, we have excellence to give We have dreams, hopes and integrity, the truths by which we live There is no one to surpass us, we’re the best that we can be Temasek’s Me, Temasek’s You, we are a team (x2) ^ back to top Logo The Temasek Polytechnic logo captures the spirit of Singapore, the Lion City. The composition consists of an open book for knowledge, a central «T» as a torch for enlightenment, glory and hope. It also represents a sword for righteousness. The ascending staircases represent multiple entry points into the Polytechnic as well as indicate that education is a life-long, continual process. The logo also depicts a stylised picture of a lion face. The symmetrical layout indicates the sound foundation for the goals. Red is the corporate colour which gives the logo the likeness of an authoritative seal thus providing it with an aura of distinction which is the hallmark of Temasek Polytechnic. ^ back to top Origins of «Temasek» Temasek or Tumasik is the first undisputed recorded name of a settlement in Singapore. Previous references are fragmentary and could have referred to any island or settlement in the area. In the late 13th century, the Venetian traveller, Marco Polo, makes reference to Chiamassie, which could be Temasek. Writing later in 1330, Wang Ta-Yuan mentioned the war between Tumasik and Siam in his book, Tao Yi Tchih Lueh. He recorded Tumasik as «Tan-Ma-Hsi» in Mandarin, which in the Hokkien dialect is pronounced «Tan-Ma-Siak». It is also mentioned in Admiral Cheng Ho’s chart of the area as «Tan-Ma-Hsi», but in different characters with the Hokkien pronunciation «Tam-Ma-Siak», which is closer to Tumasik. The actual word Tumasik is first seen in the Javanese record Nagarakretagama written in 1365, as well as in Pararaton, another Javanese record of the 15th century. There is even a suggestion that Tumasik is derived from the Greek as a variation of Damascus

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