SIBU: SJKC Ung Nang, Bukit Lan, held its 111th anniversary of founding and Teacher’s Day celebration at a hotel here on yesterday (Nov 9).
The double celebration was graced by the school’s honorary permanent advisor, Temenggong Datuk Vincent Lau Lee Ming, as guest of honour.
In his address, Lau highlighted that 111 years ago, a group of visionary people who aspired to develop Chinese education founded the primary school which has cultivated countless excellent talents and have became successful in society.
In addition to teaching students with all their strength, he said teachers can also strive to continuously pursue progress in their own majors, strive for excellence, promote the development of students whole-person character, strive to build an excellent school, and cultivate generations of social talents and nation elites.
“At the same time, we would also like to thank all school board of directors and alumni for their deep affection and strong support for their alma mater. It is your support and dedication that provides a solid backing for the growth and development of the school.
“We hope that in the future, we can work together to inject more strength and motivation into the development of the school.”
The school board of directors chairman, George Ha Hau Cheng, who also spoke, pointed out that Teacher’s Day is an important time to commend educators, but it also coincides with the school’s founding anniversary, and is a special double celebration.
He said this historic moment not only represents the growth and success of the school, but also a noble tribute to the great teachers community whose dedication and educational philosophy have shaped future leaders and decision makers.
Meanwhile, he pointed out in the field of education, it is imperative to constantly pursue excellence and adapt to changing needs and technologies.
“We should cultivate students’ innovative thinking, critical thinking and sense of social responsibility. Education not only imparts knowledge, but also cultivates future leaders and gobal citizens.
“We should work hard to continuously improve the quality of education.”
Among those present was SJKC Ung Nang headmistress Hii Mee Yien.
