Tuesday, October 06, 2009

Four memorable and meaningful years in Victoria School.


Recalling back the moment when I was being told that I was being enrolled into Victoria School, a cloud of uncertainty instantly engulfed me. My mind was filled with anxiety, elation, doubts. Almost all my feelings were stirred up within me because I wasn't sure if I did make the right decision. But now, after four indelible years of being a Victorian, I am most certain that it was the right path for me.


Secondary 1 started off alright with me gaining new friends of all kinds. I remembered I wasn't really that approachable and both Luqman and Hamzah really had a hard time trying to socialize with me. They both turned out to be the best of buddies anyone could ever asked for. We both went through both thick and thin together regardless of any circumstances. We kept in checks on each other and subconsciously, we grew closer. They were the first few malay friends I had in VS. Of course, there was Anuruddhan, Dominic, Si hao, Jianghan and many others whom had somewhat ease me through the first phase on entering the secondary school life. Then came my seniors, my soccer seniors. Nuri, Khairil, Masri, Ridzwan, Farhan were all there to guide me through and taught me of our vibrant and rich tradition in the soccer arena. It was then that I realised that nothing is more important than perseverance and teamwork. We work as team, win as a team, lose as a team and enjoy each other's company. We then went on to clinch runner's up in the National's champion league. Although, I didnt really get to play much, I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and learnt a whole lot from them. The year ended off with a high.

Secondary 2 year was a little intense yet enthralling with soccer being one of my highlights in my entire 4 years . Yes, it was with Mr Leo that I came to realise that ironically I am left-footed. Mr Leo happened to be my form teacher/ history teacher and still is a very instrumental and influential person in my life. I have taken away with me many life lessons that he experienced and he made me realised that only with humility then you can gain the respect of people. Before you even gain their respect, you have to respect them first and most importantly, respect yourself. Well, if you think that he has a strict personality, think again. He is probably one of the most fun-going teachers I have ever met. Really like ever. Have you ever seen a teacher who would go all casual and joke about almost everything under the sun? Accompanied you to do history project and gave you an insight to almost anything you can ever asked for? Yes, I owe it to him and hands down to him.



Sec 3 and 4. Yes, a very hectic phase. Studies, Soccer and a little complications here and there. Still, I persevered with the help of my teachers; Mr Zuraimi, Mr Wong, Mr Kenneth Chong, Mr Chan, Ms Ho, Mdm Tang and my good friends. I shan't elaborate much during this phase but what I did take away from my 4 years in VS are Friendship, Trust, Dedication, Pride, Believe.

The pride of being a victorian still lives within me.

Nil Sine Labore.

Graduated.

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