(from L to R): Nicolas Sambor [Internal Welfare], Koo Zheng Xuan [Publicity/Outreach], Muhammad Sadikin [Vice Captain (Welfare)], Nicole Tham [External Welfare], Nguyen Duy Tri [IHC], Wang Ye [Vice Captain (IHC)], Natalie Ong [House Captain], Louis Lim [Secretary / Treasurer]
A symbol of courage since the ancient and medieval eras, the dragon – Buckle Buckley’s mascot – reflects the hope that members of the House will display in his or her everyday behaviour the qualities of courage and strength in direction, seeking to protect and further the House’s glory through their actions. The fiery breath of the dragon symbolizes each breath we take to be one of ignited passion and drive. The House motto In alis Virtutis – soaring on the wings of courage – guides Buckle Buckleyans to unite as one, to bring forth the House rising to conquer new peaks.
A BBian should be an active and passionate member who constantly strives to bring glory to BB, having the courage to step up to establish house as an integral part of their Rafflesian experience.
Befriend. Belong. Be Strong.
In alis Virtutis - On the wings of CourageOur Core Value
Courage
BefriendBelong
- To provide a platform for new friendships to be forged through interaction, promoting camaraderie within BBians.
- To take care of BBians’ well-being by considering and fulfilling the needs and expectations of BBians
Be Strong
- To give every BBian a stake and voice regarding House matters to promote participation and instil pride
- To display good sportsmanship through healthy competition and unite in the face of adversity, valuing the process above the result.
- To support and unite all BBians by drawing upon our combined strengths and talents
Description
Mr. C.B. Buckley was one of the trustees of the school from 1883 to 1888. He was very interested in the welfare of school children in Singapore and was popularly known as "the children's friend". He met the entire cost of the publication, Rafflesian, in 1886.
Buckley House gets its name from C.B. Buckley, who was the Secretary to the Board of Trustees from 1883 to 1900. Buckley had been a true friend of the school. Buckley had been a resident of Singapore for fifty years. He came to Singapore in 1864 and was attached to the firm of A.L. Johnston for 11 years. In the meantime he took up company law. He then resigned from A.L. Johnston and joined the firm of Rodyk and Davidson. Later he became assistant to Thomas Braddell, then Attorney-General. He later served as confidential adviser to the Sultan of Johore.
Buckley was very interested in the welfare of the school children in Singapore. He was popularly known as the "children's friend" and his annual Christmas party for children was attended by as many as 1000 children. It was a delightful feature of every Christmas celebration in Singapore.
Mission
To win the house championships, to strive and to have fun.
Motto
Unos Spiritus Forte (One Strong Spirit)
Common Traits
Buckleyeans are courageous and fortuitous in spite of the odds. They are gentlemanly and enjoy good clean fun.
Description
Ms. D.M Buckle was the principle of RGS from 1910-1937 and remains the longest serving principle of RGS. She made her mark as a trainer who produced teachers with high standards of efficiency, traits which she herself possessed strongly. She was also a strong advocate of advancements in education and is remembered for her strictness and ramrod-straight posture. She was so well-liked by her teachers that they were known to refuse offers of promotion for fear of losing the privilege of working with her.
Mission
To provide opporunities for Buckleans to showcase their individual and to bring out the competitive spirit in all and maximize each potential to the fullest.
Common Traits
Generally down to earth and well-organised, though wildly passionate and possessing a positive attitude
Mascot
Pyaare Genn the fairy
