Next Stop: Shenzhen, China 🇨🇳
- Santo Nicholas School
- Dec 18, 2025
- 2 min read

Shenzhen, China marked the next exciting chapter for Aldrick Wong, Nicholas Chang, Hanna Tan, Valerie Veronica Djuli, and Joy Tan, as they proudly represented their school in two prestigious international competitions:
- International Junior Mathematics Olympiad (IJMO) 2025
- Vanda International Junior Science Olympiad (VIJSO) 2025
Aldrick and Nicholas competed with great enthusiasm and determination, ready to challenge themselves on the international stage. Their hard work and dedication truly paid off in International Junior Mathematics Olympiad (IJMO).
Together with Hanna, Valerie, and Joy, Aldrick and Nicholas continued their journey by participating in Vanda International Junior Science Olympiad (VIJSO) where all five students delivered outstanding performances.
This remarkable achievement is even more meaningful considering they competed against talented students from countries such as Singapore, China, Malaysia, Mexico, the Philippines, Cambodia, Uzbekistan, and many others. Beyond the medals and awards, the experience itself became a valuable learning journey, one that challenged their skills, strengthened their resilience, and broadened their global perspective.
This journey to Shenzhen was filled with perseverance, growth, and unforgettable memories. May these achievements serve as an inspiration and motivation for other SNS students to confidently pursue excellence and make their mark on the international stage.
IJMO Achievements:
Nicholas Chang — Gold Medal (Grade 10)
Aldrick Wong — Honorable Mention (Grade 12)
VIJSO Individual Category:
Nicholas Chang — Silver Medal (Grade 10)
Hanna Tan — Honorable Mention (Grade 11)
Aldrick Wong — Honorable Mention (Grade 12)
VIJSO Team Challenge Category:
Hanna Tan — Silver Award
Nicholas Chang — Bronze Award
Joy Tan — Bronze Award
Valerie Veronica Djuli — Bronze Award
This achievement reflects not only the students’ hard work but also the school’s culture of mentorship, collaboration, and academic excellence. Prior to their departure, the students underwent intensive preparation and practice to equip themselves for the competitions. The school extends its heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated teachers whose guidance, mentorship, and unwavering support played a vital role throughout this journey.



