24-04-2025
Policeman's daughter aces SPM to repay family's sacrifices
JOHOR BARU: Inspired by her father's commitment to her education despite his demanding role as a Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) officer, Nurul Fasha Izzwanie Zahari, 18, bagged 8As and a B in the 2024 Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examination.
Her father, Sergeant Zahari Samin, 52, never missed a beat when it came to her schooling.
He personally ferried her to tuition classes and supported her academic journey while balancing the rigours of police service.
"I saw his sacrifices from the start. He never neglected our education, even with his busy schedule," said the former SMK Sultan Ismail student.
"It fuelled me to excel and make my parents proud."
Her mother, homemaker Nur Hida Abi Shafian, 47, was equally instrumental in providing a stress-free environment that allowed Nurul and her siblings to thrive academically.
The youngest of four, she was also motivated by her older brother, who is pursuing a bachelor's degree, and her sister, who is studying for a diploma.
With dreams of becoming a scientist, she is determined to follow in their academic footsteps.
"Our parents never pressured us. They supported us no matter what," she added.
"But juggling back-to-back exams was tough….it was my biggest challenge.
"Despite the challenges, I was determined to repay my parents' sacrifices and that kept me focused," Nurul Fasha said.
