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Like many students stepping into Kuen Cheng High School for the first time, her
first impression was that it was big and intimidating. She struggled in various subjects,
mostly the Chinese-based subjects, as she was unaccustomed to it. However, after a few
years, she has settled into a comfortable position and now enjoys her day-to-day life at Kuen

Cheng High School. Besides, she finds that the teachers here at Kuen Cheng High School
accommodate her very well and offer additional help if needed. Her circle of friends consists
mostly of English-speaking students, but she also has a few Chinese friends here and there.

After some searching, we happened
next upon an individual from our
neighboring country, Indonesia. Bill
Vincent from Sr2ScD had been coming to

Malaysia periodically when his father was For fellow foreigners reading feel lonely. Victoria recommends
working here. At the age of 6, his family this, Bill has this to say. studying the local language
permanently migrated to Malaysia. Coming In his experience, he as it helps integrate you

from Indonesia, he already had a basic grasp highly advises making Slowly but surely, things into the community. She
of English which helped him transition to a friends when entering a will get better. To quote feels that understanding
new yet familiar environment like Malaysia. foreign environment. It a saying from what people around you
Knowing a bit of Indonesian has also helped, as it is similar to Malay in more ways than one. is a surefire way to adapt The Lion King, are saying helps you feel
to a new environment, “Hakuna Matata” comfortable and at home

Bill began his Chinese education in a Malaysian primary school, attending SJK(C) as local friends can help “Hakuna matata”. in a foreign environment.
Chong Wen, so he was well-prepared for the language barrier when he started high introduce you to the If things aren’t working out,
school. The first thing Bill did when entering Kuen Cheng High School was to construct culture and help you the important thing is to

a friend group. However, he found the rules here in Malaysia stricter than in Indonesia, familiarize with the way of living have an open mind and a positive
and he even got into trouble a few times. Despite these setbacks, Bill now enjoys his in Malaysia without making you attitude.
time here, especially having a close relationship with his Bahasa Melayu teachers.

What do they have in plan for their future?

Regarding their future plans, Victoria aspires to take up the role of President of
the Kuen Cheng Newsletter Club. She is working hard to connect with more people to

cement herself for a bigger position among her peers. Meanwhile, Bill aspires to excel
in his SPM examinations to pursue his passion for videography at the prestigious Asia
Pacific University of Technology and Innovation. We wish them both the best!

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