class of 2020
COHORT 18 PHOTO BOOK On 2018, something great happened, we met.
here's our journey together AT TENBY SCHOOLS IPOH
A- LEVELS TENBY IPOH TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 Principal's Message 4 Teachers' Messages 7 Student Portraits 12 Committee Members and Messages 15 Festive Celebrations 20 School Events 30 School Trip- Broga 36 Sports 38 Random Pictures 52 Some of Us Before A-levels 55 Wall of Fame 58 Our Graduation 91 Signatories
PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE Martin Luther King said that “progress and ultimately success is neither automatic nor inevitable. Every step toward the goal requires sacrifice, suffering, and struggle; the tireless exertions and passionate concern of dedicated individuals.” Throughout your time at Tenby Schools each of you has sacrificed, suffered and struggled, but it has been ‘good struggle’ with many moments of amazing learning, and the effort that you have put in has paid off, you have reached your first goal, your first milestone. You have proven yourselves to be assets to the school, a source of pride for your families and young men and women of great character. I am certain that you are ready for the next step in your journey. There is a poem that I traditionally read out at the end of the graduation ceremony and it is one that I would like to share with you all now. I hope that you read it carefully and carry it with you in your hearts and minds every day of your lives, it is called Take Time:
Take time to think – It is the source of all power Take time to read – It is the foundation of all wisdom Take time to play – It is the source of perpetual youth Take time to be quiet – It is the opportunity to seek inner peace Take time to be aware – It is the opportunity to help others Take time to love and be loved – It is mankind’s greatest gift Take time to laugh – It is the music of the soul Take time to be friendly – It is the road to happiness Take time to dream – It is what the future is made of Take time to pray – It is the greatest power on earth Take time to give – It is too short a day to be selfish Take time to work – It is the price of success Take time for family – they are the foundation upon which all else is built Take time to let us know how you are doing – your successes are of great value to us and we love to hear all about them Remember ‘Once a Titan, always a Titan’ and I hope to see you return to tell us of your learning journeys in the many years ahead. I wish you, on behalf of Tenby Schools, the very best of luck. Cael taith braf! (Bon Voyage)
Mr Richard Davidson
Teachers' Messages Ms Becky Gray - Head of Sixth Form - Geography Teacher
Class of 2020, you will always have a special place in my memory as my first graduating class at Tenby Ipoh. Even in the short time that I have known you I have seen you grow into young people who are ready move on to the next stage in your lives, and Covid has certainly helped ensure that you are ready for whatever obstacles life may throw your way.
The friendships you have nurtured can continue to be precious to you as you move on to your next steps – but only if you choose to invest in their future. Make choices that you will be happy with as they will determine your next steps. Take risks. Be brave. Be prepared to fall and remember to get back up and try again. Most of all…be happy.
I have watched you laugh, comforted some of you as you cried, looked on as you rehearsed dances…but most of all, I have seen you playing cards! I have never known a group of young people so committed to the game of Uno, and then whatever you graduated to once the Uno cards disappeared. I have also learnt that you are capable of great things and I can’t wait to see what happens next for each of you.
Congratulations on your graduation and good luck for the future, Miss Becky
Congratulations, class of 2020! I am very proud of you all and honoured to be here today to celebrate your success with all of you. My dear students, as you leave this school, expect that some challenges await you, which I strongly believe going by the manner you all have conducted yourselves over the years and the skills and knowledge we have imparted in you, you will surely overcome them. Blessings as you now begin a new and exciting phase of your life!
Dear Class of 2020, We are in the middle of an unforeseen crisis that you and I have been cast into. The COVID19 pandemic is the new disaster. We are getting to know too well. For so many positive reasons, your batch will always have a special place in my heart I have taken four words which I have made pillars of my life, and I hope they help any of you that I can reach.
Mr Kuttappana Ganesan Vinodh - Physics Teacher - Head of Science - Assistance Head of Academics
The first one I'd like to say: resilience. Try to be resilient while sustaining a positive outlook — not only for your sake, but also the sake of those around you. The next one for me is kindness. A small hello with a smile. Simple consideration for the elderly. Sharing enthusiasm for a small child's bicycle. These are seemingly small gestures that can provide some comfort to another person who might need that small act of kindness.
Ms Chong Yoke Cheng - Chemistry Teacher - Our Class Tutor
This brings me to commitment. I have a commitment to help my students in whatever way I can. And that fills my heart with pride. Lastly, balance. Work, rest, recreation and family create a balance in your life. Balance affords you the opportunity to enjoy life to the fullest. So these four words — resilience, commitment, kindness, balance — have helped me through the most trying situations. I hope you keep these 4 words in your mind forever. You're capable and can take on your next challenge. You have my respect all the time. I take my hat off to you and congratulate you and wish you all the best for your bright future.
This Y13 batch is exceptional and definitely full of life. I’m indeed blessed to teach some of you and I’ve come to love you so much that I feel it’s too soon to part.  All of you were remarkable and I can foresee each one of you being the shining star wherever you set your foot upon. So, embrace & brace yourselves, face the world and achieve your dreams. Do what makes you happy and most importantly, never let your guard down. Wishing each one of blessings beyond measure đ&#x;˜‰
Ms Esther Albert Psychology Teacher
Dear Y13, you are moving on towards your tertiary education, I would like to give a few words of advice; not of my own but from those I admire, starting from:  a) Charlie Munger 2007 -“You’re not going to get very far in life based on what you already know. You’re going to advance in life by what you’re going to learn after you leave here.�  I believe that what there is a lot to the world that we don't know about and to bite the humble pill can prove beneficial.   b)Michelle Obama 2013 -Different religion, race, political stand, it doesn’t matter. We can all learn from one another"  Talk to each other with an open mind;simple to read,not easy to follow.   c) Dory the fish,Finding Nemo 2003- "Just keep swimming"  Everyone has their own pace, follow your own; don't get dragged into the rat race but keep moving forward.  I wish you the very best, kids  God bless.
Ms Komalsh Theeran (Ms K) Biology Teacher
The only formidable rival is no one but yourself. Never say never and nothing is impossible to achieve. Have faith in yourself and I wish you all the best in your future endeavour. Â Thank you.
Dr Cheah Kah Wai Mathematics Teacher
Dear students, Today marks the end of your Tenby school life, it is also the beginning of a new academic journey. Carry with you, fond memories of Tenby, arm yourself with courage, bravery and perseverance. Go for your dreams, live your life, the sky is your limit.
Mr Tan Kim Theng Mathematics Teacher
Dear students wish all of you all the very best as you embark upon a new phase of your life. May you find happiness and success in all of your endeavours.
Mr Manoharan s/o Letchuman Economics Teacher
Dear Graduating Class, “Always be enthusiastic of tomorrow. Keep confident of your skills and persevere. When opportunity comes your way, make full use of it. Enjoy the rewards that life has to offer and all the best in your future endeavors.”
Ms Mangalespary M Balasundaram Business Studies Teacher
I hope that you have enjoyed your time as Tenby students and that you are looking forward to taking the next steps in your journey. Good luck in the future, may all your dreams and wishes come true.
Mr Des Wilson History Teacher
Class of 2020 portraits
ALLANA AYON NAVAJAS
ASHLEY LEW XI MIN
BENJAMIN TENG SONG YAN
ALLANANAVS@GMAIL.COM
ASHLEY_LEW@YAHOO.COM
TENGBENJAMIN1@GMAIL.COM
"Create a life you can't wait to wake up to"
"Be the change you want to see in the world"
"See you on the flip side"
BROWNIE GOH
CHRISTINE YONG HUI MIHN
BROWNIEGOH2002@GMAIL.COM
YONGHUIMIHN1008@GMAIL.COM
DERRICK HUBERT A/L PAUL THOMAS
“Law school is gonna be a piece of cake, or in my case, a brownie”
"Seeking happiness is one of the main goals of our lives"
DERRICK.HUBERT220300@GMAIL.COM
"Even though you’re fed up, you got to keep ya head up"
DIYA KAUR DHALLIWAL
EUNICE TAN YI WEN
GRANT CHOO WAY LEONG
DIYADHALLIWAL@GMAIL.COM
TANEUNICE521@GMAIL.COM
GRANTCHOOWL@GMAIL.COM
"Are you lost babygirl?"
"be cheerful no matter what drama happens in your life"
"You all deserve the world... never settle for less"
GYETH DENNIS
HARRY LAI KAR KIT
JOEL CHIN YU SHI
GYETH
HARRYLAIKK825@GMAIL.COM
JOELCHIN2002@GMAIL.COM
"The penalty for making mistakes are temporary, but the lessons we learn from them are eternal" Gye Gye
"Life is a mystery, stay curious and don’t stop imagining"
“and I thought taking 3 subjects would have been easier. i was wrong.”
JOSH AUDRIC MATIAS TOBIAS
KOK SAN JET
LAM AN JU
JAUD_MT@YAHOO.COM
SANJETKOK0607@GMAIL.COM
ANJUULAM@GMAIL.COM
"Lift your head ... be confident and persevere ... succeed!" - Josh
“During our lifetimes, we meet very few extraordinary people. I met 26 of them.”
"Eat cake & keep smiling"
LARA ALINA ZAMAN
LEE KHAI FUNG
LIM SHAO ZHE
LARA_ALINA@HOTMAIL.COM
KHAIFUNGFREEMAN@GMAIL.COM
SHAOZHELIM0710@GMAIL.COM
"You can do anything you want when you sexy."
‘life is like a sandwich, the bread comes first'
<-” Damn, well said. “ -> (if there’s someone on my right)
MAI LINH, MARINA GUERAULT
SAMUEL CAREY, SAMMIKKANU JABAMONEY
SANDESH SUPPARAMANIAM
MAILINH.GUERAULT@GMAIL.COM
REALCAREY18@GMAIL.COM
SARVASHRE@YAHOO.COM
"No. đ?&#x201C;Śđ?&#x201C;˛đ?&#x201C;˝đ?&#x201C;ą đ?&#x201C;Ş đ?&#x201C;&#x2022;đ?&#x201C;ťđ?&#x201C;Žđ?&#x201C;ˇđ?&#x201C;Źđ?&#x201C;ą đ?&#x201C;˝đ?&#x201C;¸đ?&#x201C;žđ?&#x201C;Źđ?&#x201C;ą"
"There are far better things ahead than what we leave behind"-S.Carey
â&#x20AC;&#x153;we have to change from doubters to believers, only then do we stand a chance.â&#x20AC;?
SEYED MEHRBOD NASERI
THANG KITT FAY
WANG HAO YAN
SEYED
KITTFAY20@GMAIL.COM
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â&#x20AC;&#x153;Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be afraid to do what youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re passionate ofâ&#x20AC;?
HAO YAN
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WONG MING HUI
YAP SHEN HWEI
WONGMINGHUI21@GMAIL.COM
NICOLEYAPXD@GMAIL.COM
'Prepare for mirth, for mirth becomes a feast'
"Science lied because 9 hours of sleep wasn't enough. ok bye."
6TH FORM
COMMITTEEÂ I am so glad to have met every unique one of you. I used to think that the A-levels community in Tenby is so small and confined; but I realised how much larger my world had actually become because of every one of you in the past two years. You've made my world of knowledge and experience more fruitful and vast! So, although we have a small community, our world is so large together as we learn from each otherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s different personalities and experiences. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been through ups and downs together, tolerated and accepted each otherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s differences, studied and played hard together. Through this two- yearjourney with you guys, I am so blessed to be surrounded by such wonderful friends and I truly hold each and everyone of you close to my heart.
NICOLE YAP SHEN HWEIÂ
(HEAD STUDENT)
Of course, teachers, if you are reading this, I want to thank you so much for being part of my life and guiding me not only through my studies but also my personal development. I really appreciate the times when you tell me off (although rarely, because I am a good student, right? Hahaha jkjk) , when you check on me when I seem down, and when you share your little stories that lift our moods up! Dearest Friends, I hope the best on all your future endeavours. I believe in you! Chase your dreams fearlessly, whilst maintaining your virtue and wisdom đ&#x;&#x2DC;&#x160;
Your school life will have many ups and downs ,but for the most part, if you stay true to yourself and spread kindness, you wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have any regrets. There will be arguments and disagreements with others and you will sometimes feel alone. But the times you look back on and remember, are the good times. The times you shared with your friends, the times when you pushed yourself to do something out of your comfort zone, the times when stress and anxiety overwhelmed you but you overcame it. A levels is like a family, and with family you may not always like everyone all the time or get along,but you surely love them and wish them well. So to everyone reading this, be brave and make your life as amazing as it can be.
LARA ALINA ZAMAN
(DEPUTY HEAD STUDENT)
6TH FORM
COMMITTEE - [x] Hey guys, I know we didn’t get the ending we hoped for but life isn’t fair amirite. Anyhow I’m incredibly thankful for being able to spend the last two years with you all. I will always cherish all the memories we had together. Life is short, so if we’ve had any differences I’m sorry and hopefully we can look past it. I would like to wish everyone of you good luck for the future ; even though I am certain no matter what life throws at you, you will thrive BENJAMIN TENG
against all odds. Let’s keep in touch and happy “graduation” !
SONG YAN
(PRESIDENT)
i would like to thank all the members of staff as well as my fellow classmates for 14 splendid years here at Tenby Schools Ipoh. I don’t think I’ll ever come across a community with such unity and excellence. As I depart to further my studies I will have nothing but blissful memories to take with me.
GRANT CHOO WAY LEONG
(V. PRESIDENT)
Eating unhealthy food, doing past papers all night, playing pool and cards, sleeping on the couch, and stressing teachers out. I’d say that’s a summary of our time in Tenby A-levels. In the morning we would first get told off for sleeping on the couch with the lights off, and then we would start our day with Ms.Chong’s morning stories and news. At break we’d play a game of pool or steal each others’ breakfasts. During lunch we would spend an hour playing cards with blasting music, or we’d go out for some junk food and speed on our way back to make it in time LAM AN JU
(SECRETARY)
for class. We all know each other from head to toe, and I don’t think we’ll ever forget the memories we made together in tenby. A-levels was tough, but my teachers and classmates made it a fun time throughout. Thank you everyone. until we meet again :))
6TH FORM
COMMITTEE “Can’t believe it has been 13 years since I joined Tenby. 20072020, basically been studying in Tenby my whole life. No regrets though. Some of the best memories i have with all of you will always be the ones where we go on school trips. Hands down the best school trip for me was in Year 9, Penang trip for 3 days 2 nights. Honestly I remember so many funny & awkward moments during that trip but it all ended up perfectly great. I’ll always be thankful for how many amazing teachers & friends i’ve met over the past 13 years, wouldn’t be where I am today without them. Never thought I’d finish my whole
JOEL CHIN YU SHI (SECRETARY)
primary, secondary and A levels in Tenby completely but here I am class of 2020, what a journey. Thank you for everything Tenby!!” So it marks an end to my 6 year stint at this school, filled with countless memories and nightmares. Lively, Stressful, Joyful. Those are the words I’d use to describe my years in Tenby... I’d like to thing that we contributed towards making Tenby a better place of education and we represented Tenby in the best way possible. Every day was an adventure, and the excitement never faded. However, when your in the moment, you dread it, when it has passed you, you miss it, so my message to my juniors? Enjoy every second of this place, cause they don’t come much better,
SANDESH
SUPPARAMANIAM
(CLASS MONITOR)
and enjoy being in ur friends’ company, cause you’re not gonna be in the same place forever. Also, attend more school trips, and don’t be like me, never attending a single one in my 6 years
I was basically in Tenby my whole life and it was an experience I will never forget. My stay at Tenby was filled with wonderful experiences and joyful memories - it was all thanks to the members of the staff for their strong support throughout my education. I would also like to extend my gratitude towards my friends throughout my journey here at Tenby because no matter where we are and what we do, we will always be friends.
DERRICK HUBERT
(TREASURER)
Festive Celebrations INTERNATIONAL MINDEDNESS IN ACTION
No matter our differences, we always bond and laugh together during any festive celebrations
CHINESE NEW YEAR, DEEPAVALI, CHRISTMAS, HARI RAYA AND MANY MORE
A mind that is stretched by new experience can never go back to its own dimensions
OLIVER WENDEL HOLMEN
School Events TEAMWORK IS OUR VIRTUE
"If you want to lift yourself up, lift up someone else."Â
BOOKER T. WASHINGTON
"Don't be afraid to give up the good to go for the great."
JOHN D. ROCKEFELLER
Everything negative pressure, challenges - is all an opportunity for me to rise. KOBE BRYANT
â&#x20AC;&#x153;Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter, and those who matter don't mind.â&#x20AC;? BERNARD M. BARUCH
Broga Trip 2019 LEADERSHIP TRAINING AND STRESS RELIEF
"The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall."
NELSON MANDELA
Sports MOSTLY INVOLVED THE GIRLS AND SANDESH...
Random Pictures INVOLVES FUNNY OR JUST RANDOM PICTURES OF OUR BUNCH AND OUR OUTSIDE GATHERINGS
“There are no goodbyes for us. Wherever you are, you will always be in my heart.”
MAHATMA GANDHI
â&#x20AC;&#x153;Let us be grateful to the people who make us happy; they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom.â&#x20AC;?
MARCEL PROUST
"In the end, it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years."
ABRAHAM LINCOLN
"A good teacher is like a candle - it consumes itself to light the way for others."
MUSTAFA KEMAL ATATURK
SOME OF US BEFORE A LEVELS
WALL OF FAME + BABY PICS
Biggest Heart, Softspoken Girl Award
Environmentalist award, Most likely to become an activist
Most likely to star in his own reality show, carefree personality award
Biggest Drama Queen, Most Likely to Win a Fight
Innocent Award, Most random girl, Kindest heart
Most likely to run a Business, Most Likely to become a Millionaire
Most polite and soft girl, Hardworking girl
Most likely to find the cure for cancer, Most likely to complain about shin splints
Funniest Girl , Biggest Baddie, Mama Bear award
Brightest Girl, Most likely to Change her Hairstyle 100 times in a year
Goofiest Personality, Biggest Smile
Most Artistic, Most likely to win a Grammys Award for keeping his face straight
Nicest guy, Smart, Gentleman Award
VSCO Girl Award Best Video Editor
Best Pinoy to ever Exist in Tenby, Gentleman Award
Most likely to Run a Business, Had the best Glo Up Award
Most Valuable Friend, Chillest Person in the world.
Wildest Girl Best Geo Student Best Tenby Dancer
Most likely to become a Comedian in dry humour, Sleep Anywhere AwardÂ
Hardworking, Good Friend Award
Most Likely to Marry a Millionaire, Pretty Girl Award, Hybrid
Blurrest in Class Family Guy Award
Most likely to become a househusband, Best Male Dancer
Most likely to write a book about life
Most Athletic and Competitive, Most likely to develop a British Accent
Most Likely to own on average of 80 phones per year, most shockingly Agile (based on our observations during Broga)
OUR 2020
GRADUATION 7TH OF JULY
2020 Valedictorian
The stage is not merely the meeting place of all arts, but is also the return of art to life. Oscar Wilde
HAPPY
GRADUATION and, good luck :)
edited by Nicole Yap Shen Hwei.
SIGNATORIES
goodbye.