On 5 May 2025, the Executive Committee (EXCO) of the Old Paulians’ Association (OPA) embarked on a meaningful working visit to both St. Paul’s Institution (SPI) Primary and Secondary schools. The purpose of this visit was to strengthen ties, align strategies, and explore how the OPA can further support the schools that have shaped generations of Paulian students.

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Engaging with School Leadership

 

The OPA EXCO met with key leaders from both institutions, including:

 

At SPI Primary:

• Headmistress

• Senior Assistant for Administration (PK Pentadbiran)

• Senior Assistant for Student Affairs (PK Hal Ehwal Murid)

• Parent-Teacher Association (PIBG) Chair and Vice Chair

• Chairman of the Board of Managers

 

At SPI Secondary:

• Acting Principal (Pemangku Pengetua)

• Senior Assistants for Student Affairs and Co-Curricular Activities

• Heads of Science & Maths and Technical & Vocational Departments

• Afternoon Session Coordinator

 

Key Takeaways from the Visit

The visit provided a platform for meaningful dialogue and collaboration, resulting in several critical takeaways:

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• Student Support Initiatives: Reviewed ongoing and potential new contributions to support student welfare.

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Primary: C78 Students Welfare Fund, Harapan Bintang Fund, Dapur Kasih OPA, WA Gordon-Hall Trust Fund

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Secondary: Brother Felix Donohue Student Welfare Fund (BFD Student Welfare Fund), Ammal Chacko Vocational Trust Fund (ACVTF), Lee Siew Chow Tertiary Students Welfare Fund (LSCTSWF), OPA Scholastic Award (for OPA Members’ Children only), Tan Sri Dato’ Chan Choong Tak Award (TSDCCT Award), WA Gordon-Hall Trust Fund, EPSOM College A-Levels Scholarship

 

• Volunteer Engagement: Committed to providing volunteer-based support for coaching, mentoring, and co-curricular programs.

• Sponsorship Support: Discussed sponsoring student participation in external competitions, including travel, accommodation, and team kits.

• Infrastructure Development: Identified priorities such as laboratory setups, classroom maintenance, and broader facilities improvements.

 

OPA remains dedicated to preserving the Paulian spirit, not just through tradition but through impactful action.

 

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