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Wow, three posts! I'm happy that you all are still reading and responding to the class blog. Great idea --- the Sentosa gathering! It's very true, once JC and Poly term starts, it'll be more difficult to arrange for meet-ups! Don't be pai-seh about your "o" level results. It's only one exam! You have so many more opportunities to showcase your abilities. Be cool, people! In life, please try and see the BIG picture --- enjoy your existence and have quality pursuits!!

Having said my piece about Secondary school get-togethers, I'll like to share with you that some of the more treasured friendships I hold dear to this very day are cultivated while I was in secondary school. 33 years away from secondary school, and my faithful school-mates are still arranging for CNY gatherings and school anniversary celebrations. We still celebrate our principal's birthday every year and remember our teachers on important occasions! How's that for enduring relationships?! I give thanks for my school-mates who take time to keep all of us in touch over the years, and I urge you to give your support too to View Meng and those who take the initiative to organise stuff for all!

Now to share with you a little of my reflection last evening while I wait for the clothes to dry in the tumble dryer: as I identified my EL'C' graders for after-school remedial lessons, I get students who asked if they could turn up even though they made the cut! This is a school where about 47% of the "O" level students will score distinctions for their EL Many aspire to be in the distinction half, and nobody mocks them for their aspirations. Generally, there is a consensus of respect for people who want to strive for good standards. I was telling my 6: it is not uncool to want to be the best; you owe it to yourself to maximise your potential. But I insist that academic pursuits must be balanced by a holistic partaking of other school and familial offerings. Life is meant to be enjoyed!

What I want to say to you is: your tertiary education will mark another new beginning. Why not take the time to consider how you want to make it a fantastic one for yourself?