BEAUFORT: SM St John is ranked among the best schools in the district after coming third place scorer in SPM 2023.
Klias Assemblyman Datuk Isnin Aliasnih said when officiating St John Beaufort SMK School Appreciation Ceremony on Saturday.
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“This excellence cannot be achieved without the hard work of the school, parents and students,” said the Assistant Minister of the Ministry of Local Government and Housing.
He congratulated the school and hoped the performance could be maintained for years.
He also emphasised the need for education for a better future to help parents.
“Most of the students here are students from the B40 group living in the interiors who have restricted access to learning at home. But today, they have proven their abilities in achieving outstanding success,” he said.
Isnin was confident that these students would be offered further studies at public higher institutions.
He would continue to provide support so that they continue to performance well.
Many students failed to sit for their SPM exam because their family are stuck in extreme poverty, he said.
“This problem needs to be shared between parents and the school. For example, students from the interior only rely on train to go to school and there is a possibility that the train may break down.
“But for those less fortunate, do not give up hope because there are plenty of opportunities like joining Vocational College or Giat Mara.
“It is not necessary to be a doctor or an engineer to be successful or rich. They can also be cooks, mechanics and others who provide good income as long as they are diligently in their course and training,” he said.
Some 30 students received awards with Cliearra Gustian receiving the top student award.
Isnin presented Special Awards to 13 outstanding students (6A and above).
The ceremony this year also recognized teachers as well as SM St John “citizens” for their services and contributions including individuals, government agencies, security personnel and non-teaching staff.
Present were SM St John Principal Albert Lai Chin, Beaufort Education Office Ghani Kambar, Chairman of the School Governing Board
Datuk Kimjos Duin, Parent Teachers Association Chairman Banyamin Atin, Police School Liaison Officer representing OCPD ASP Jopius Alok and Sm St John Alumni Chairman Badri Ahmad.
