2025 Ziesta Secondary 3 Camp

Read about how Secondary 3 students led a 4-day outdoor camp, building leadership, teamwork, and resilience through hands-on expedition planning.

Last updated 29 July 2026

Students wearing helmets and climbing harnesses stand on grass listening to an instructor holding a rope outside a school building.

The Secondary 3 Outdoor Expedition develops leadership, resilience, and teamwork through a student-led outdoor camp experience. Over nine weeks, students plan and manage a 4-day, 3-night expedition from logistics to activity coordination, taking full ownership of the process for outdoor activities like trip planning, outdoor cooking, and tent pitching.

Large group of students in white and black uniforms sitting on a courtyard floor near a rope climbing structure.

Throughout this camp, I faced many challenges. However, with the support of my ICs, classmates, and teachers, I was able to persevere and lead the class well as an OIC. The camp helped me grow both as a leader and as a person, building my confidence and leadership skills. It was a challenging yet unforgettable experience that has left a lasting impact on me.

Chong Jia En (3C)

Teenagers in blue shirts sit on the ground grilling sausages and seafood on a flat charcoal grill under a smoky shelter.

A woman in a hijab stirs spaghetti in a pan on a portable stove outdoors at night, with a man standing nearby.

I learnt that communication is important, especially when conflicts arise. Choosing to remain silent or distant can worsen misunderstandings. As leaders, it is important to stay calm and avoid making decisions in anger.

Nieva Krisia Dela Pena (3F)

A large group of young people in matching blue shirts pose on a waterfront boardwalk under a clear blue sky.