WALKATHON 2008

It is with much anticipation that the PIBG launched a fund-raising project for the school on the 29th of July 2008. The short ceremony was held during the school’s morning assembly and it was attended by the PIBG Chairman, Mr. Chang Kim Loong, AMN, Deputy Chairman, Mr. Koh Swee Hyong and Walkathon Chairman & PIBG Committee-Member, Mr. Wong Koon Choon. The Walkathon will be held on 3oth August 2008 (Saturday).

The PIBG has put in a lot of effort into planning and making this project a success. The objectives of this fund-raising effort are as follows:

1. to fund the installation of CCTVs at strategic locations around the school grounds
2. to build terraced seating places at the school field
3. to build and equip a music room
4. to up-grade the school canteen

The PIBG Committee-Members 2008/2009, along with the Principal, Mr. Gan Peng Kheang & PIBG Advisor of the school, are working very hard to ensure that a substantial amount of money is raised for the purposes above.

In order to encourage the students and staff to raise funds, many attractive prizes will be given away progressively, culminating in the giving away of the grand prizes on the 30th of August 2008.

The grand prizes are for those who reach a collection of RM1,000.00 and above.

First prize : A laptop
Second and third prizes : Hand phones
Fourth, fifth and sixth prizes : MP4s.

Despite the present unfavourable economic climate we hope that the students, staff, alumni and parents alike will take this fund-raising project in the right spirit. Ultimately the money collected will be for the benefit of the students here. Also, let us continue to carry out our social obligations and not deny our students the privilege of learning in a more conducive environment.

Thus, on behalf of the PIBG of SMKTD, we would like to appeal to one and all to procure donations or to dig deep into your pockets and donate for this worthy cause. Thank you for your support and generosity. We will keep you up-dated on the progress of this fund-raising project. Remember, it is more blessed to give than to receive and let us work hand in hand with the PIBG to fulfil our vision.

Thank you.

Report by :

Pn. Hannah Rani Sundram
Honorary Secretary PIBG 2008/2009

Drill Competition

On the 19th of July, the cream of the crop of the seven Uniformed Bodies of SMKTD, assembled once again at the school compound for the yearly showdown of the foot drill competition. After months of practicing, synchronising and perfecting their drill sequences, all the teams were ready to showcase their skills

The competition began with the scrupulous inspection of uniforms by the judges.

Next, the presentation of basic and formative drill movements by the individual team.

The competition had a newcomer this year—the Girls’ Brigade.

This year, the Junior Scouts were a more organized and a more mature team.

The highlight of the day was of course the announcement of the results.

The third place … The Boys' Brigade

Last year’s runner-up, the Boys' Brigade put up a spectacular performance. However, they were disappointed as the coveted trophy had eluded them once again and they had to be content with third place .

The runner-up ...The St John's Ambulance Corps

The St. John’s Ambulance Corps, last year’s Champion put up an equally impressive performance. However they faced stiff competition from a very determined Police Cadet Corps

Marching their ways to the judges’ heart….

Yes, the Police Cadet Corps managed to upstage the St. John’s Ambulance Corps and captured the best Platoon trophy. What a sweet victory….The Police Cadet Corps were over the moon… they could hardly believe their ears when the final result was announced.

They provided a magnificent drill maneuvering display as well as an entertaining show using various marching drill sequences.

The Best Commander goes to Cheong Chee Kong of the Police Cadet Corps.

“We have put in many hours of practice to be where we are today,” said the elated commander of Police Cadet, Cheong Chee Kong (5 Sc1) “ It is a team effort. I think we are the only group where every member contributes his ideas to choreograph the drill formations. The competition had taught us the value of teamwork, for without it, those significant achievements would have remained a pipe dream.”

We salute all the participating teams for the superlative performances and Pn Ng Siew Tuan, the Senior Assistant of Co-Curricular Activities deserves a special recognition for spearheading yet another memorable and successful foot drill competition.

Report by Aaron Yeoh/ Su-Lise

Camera Crew: Low Hoi Kit, Jean, Su-Lise

Inter-Class Drama Competition

TALENTS UNLIMITED

The curtain drew apart. Silence filled the hall and everyone was attentive as the Form 2 Bayan's students took centre stage.

Aaron Yeoh as Erik the Phantom and Vivien Quek as Christine Daae.

2 Bayan loaded their drama The Phantom of the Opera with entertaining sound effects which drew thunderous applause from audience.

What a brilliant idea - to depict the “Box 5” in the opera house!

To read and understand the play “Hamlet” by William Shakespeare was not an easy feat, but 2 Camar were able to go beyond. Our hats’ off to them! Their drama managed to capture the audiences’ attention with a well adapted script and its moving character portrayal by the lead “actor”- Hamlet- played by Carlotta Koh.

Ong Tong as Catherine in Form 2 Enggang’s drama “The Taming of the Shrew: Her performance exuded so much of energy and emotion.

Form 1 Bayan with their very own production How Dalat Got Its Name based on an ingeniously written script - a modernised version of the short story from the Form 1 Literature. These form 1 students were truly a talented bunch - the young and restless ! They were full of the joys of spring!

“The Shares” by 1 Kenari – the last team to sign up for the competition. Despite having little time for planning and practice all the actors and actresses did they best to impress the judges. The managed to have the time of their lives on the stage!

Fantastic acting skills, coupled with stunning costumes, beautifully painted backdrops and creative props received positive responses from the audience ….

The expressions …. said it all

The afternoon session students managed to rock the stage and enthral the audience with their lively and splendid performances. They had the opportunity to display their potentials and many hidden talents, thus, the Theme: Talents Unlimited was most apt.

Congratulations to Forms 2 Bayan, 2 Camar, 2 Enggang, 1 Bayan and 1 Kenari for all your effort and noteworthy performance. The elusive win is not everything but what is more important is the simple lessons garnered from this invaluable experience. Finally, the spirit and teamwork showed by all the participants and their unlimited talents once again had proven that SMKTD can be and will be the Best of the Best!

Special mention must be made of the organizing team lead Pn Nor Zurlita, the Head of English Department, Pn Hannah, the Head of English Panel and her team of English teachers Mr Padmanapan, Pn Sapiah, Ms Rona, Ms Lee, Ms Ho, the trainee teachers Mr Lim and Mr Chai and also to all parents for your support and cooperation in making this competition possible.

Special thanks to :
The PA system team : Jun Yan, Ken Hung and Ian
The Camera Crew : CD Chua, Abinesh and Low Hoi Kit

Curriculum/ Library Week

Coming events :
Curriculum & Library Week :14th to 18th July 2008
Date : 14th to 18th of July 2008
Activities :
*Exhibition -Based on the following theme: The Classical to Today's Music
There will be live performances too- Indian Classical Music by an invited group, SMKTD'S home grown band and Chinese Orchestra
*Poster drawing contests,
*treasure hunt,
*info hunt
*Nilam project - Prizes will be given to students and teachers who have read/borrowed the most number of books from the school library.

Live Band Performance by SMKTD's home grown musicians -The MUFECT

The English panel has also organized another round of educational and enjoyable activites to spread the passion for learning English.

Drama competition

According to the English Panel Head Pn Hannah Rani Sundram, the aim of the activities is to expose the students to the English Language in a fun manner.

Coming up next : the Forms 1 and 2 Inter-Class English Language Drama Competition !
The Uniform Bodies Drill Competition will be back on the 19th of July 2008 (Saturday)!

A Message from YDP PIBG

To the Principal, Mr Gan Peng Kheang, staff and students of SMKTD,

Thank your very much for the kind greetings.
The appointment equates to a 'pro bono publico' status that allows civil society representatives to play a role in good governance and transparency of the Local Council.
The philosophy of the state government for a truly multi-racial set-up is a reflection of good politics of moderation and modernisation with social justice is acceptable by me.
I represent a non-political Organisation www.hba.org.my and shall continue to do so in the capacity of the Honorary Secretary-General.
I shall continue with the quest for affordable housing, minimising abandoned housing projects thro' the newly legislated Housing Development (Control & Licensing) Act that formulated the 'Built Then Sell' 10:90 concept; to ensure that the laws in Building & Common Property (Maintenance and Management) Act, 2007 (BCP) is not derailed and to assist the Commissioner of Buildings (COB) in making the BCP work thro' the 'teething problems'. My aim and objective is to rectify the ills of the housing industry, public delivery system and to ensure that MPSJ and the state government attend to issues with promptness in a manner befitting the expectation of the tax payers.

Chang Kim Loong AMN
Hon Sec-Gen,
National House Buyers Association

Heartiest Congratulations!

Our heartiest congratulations to Mr Chang Kim Loong, AMN, YDP PIBG/ PTA Chairman on his appointment as one of the Subang Jaya Municipal Council (MPSJ) Councillors.

http://thestar.com.my/metro/story.asp?file=/2008/7/2/central/21711697&sec=central

From :The Principal, Mr Gan Peng Kheang, staff and students of SMK Taman Desa