Jointly reported by:
Jr3Z(4) New Zhi Xuan
Jr3S(2) Leong Jomin
On the 23rd of August 2023, 3.15 p.m. Kuen Cheng High School Prefectorial Board members gathered for their annual farewell party. The Senior Middle One prefects were the hosts, responsible for the preparation and hosting of the event. Before the party started, both Junior Middle Two and Three prefects helped set up the room, remove the tables and place chairs to form a red carpet like reception. When the club’s teachers-advisors had taken their seats, the lights were turned off, and the prefects formed a path to the front.
Senior Middle 2 prefects
Then, Ms Lim Siew Lian, Head of the Discipline Department, was invited to give a speech to the Senior Middle Two and Three prefects. During her speech, Ms Lim had expressed her appreciation of everything the Prefects had given to the Board. She hopes that the Senior Middle Two and Three prefects would take what they have learnt from the team, and use it to get them forward in life, whether that means in University or in society. And to finish her speech, she wishes all the best to the prefects in their future.
Ms Lim Siew Lian’s Speech
The hosts began their speech, and called forth each Senior Middle Two and Three prefects individually, who were waiting outside. Whenever a senior prefect entered, the junior prefects cheered with enthusiasm and rained petals upon the senior prefects. When they had all entered, the prefects then took their respective seats, and the hosts started their speech. When it was over, the hosts then cue-ed the senior prefects, letting them give their own respective speeches about the prefectorial board.
While most prefects have expressed their gratitude to the board, and their appreciation to everyone who has helped them throughout the process, several prefects have also shared their unforgettable experiences through the years. Let us look into some of the prefects’ speeches.
Kam Min Xuan, who is from Senior Middle Two, mentioned that being on the board has taught her so much. Her seniors and teachers have trained her to be a more confident person, as she used to be shy and timid, she had gained confidence throughout her times on the board, and now has the courage to participate in speaking competitions.
Kam Min Xuan giving her speech
Wong Xi Hui, who is the Assistant Head Prefect, expressed her appreciation to the Senior Middle Three prefects, and the executives of the Board. All the prefects had helped make her time on the board warm and touching. She also advises the Junior prefects, to never doubt themselves, no matter how hard it gets. Even when we do have self doubt, she hopes that we will forever remember that, in her opinion, we all have our strengths, although we may not notice at times, there are always times when we surprise her by how capable we are at things.
Siow Kar Shuen, who is a Senior Middle Three prefect, has also given the Junior prefects several pieces of advice. One of the most unforgettable ones would have to be “Obey”. She also mentioned that we learn better from our mistakes. Therefore, we should never flinch when facing difficulties just because we are afraid of making mistakes. Finally, to end her speech, she also advises us to never do anything only for the sake of the benefits.
Siow Kar Shuen giving her speech
Chan Yong Tong, who was the Head Prefect of the year 2022, had shared several unforgettable moments throughout her years on the Board. She mentioned that she was not the best at marching during her probationary period, but with determination and endless effort, she managed to overcome her difficulties and slowly got the hang of it. She also mentioned that sometimes we may not be able to get what we want although we put in a lot of effort, but as long as we have put effort in, it is always fine to reconcile with ourselves and let it go.
Chan Yong Tong giving her speech
As the senior prefects had ended their speech, the host announced that it was the gift giving session. The senior students were welcomed in front of the classroom to receive their gift by their Teacher-advisor, Ms Lim Siew Lian. The prefects then took a photo with all the Teachers-advisors.
Gift giving session
Finally, to end the Farewell Party, the Senior Middle One prefects sang a Chinese song named “Create billions of tons of light”. All the prefects sang together with passion. All the prefects then took a group photo. Several prefects also stayed to take photos with the senior prefects. Finally, the Farewell Party ended with tears of reluctance. Let us wish all the best to the Senior Middle Two and Three prefects!
Group Photo