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Free Malaysia Today
2 days ago
- Business
- Free Malaysia Today
167 top Hindu SPM scorers receive cash awards from PHEB
Chief minister Chow Kon Yeow (second from right) and Senator Dr RA Lingeshwaran (right) with Darshini Subash Sun, who received a trophy, laptop and RM450 for her 9A+ in SPM. GEORGE TOWN : A total of 167 Hindu students from 37 schools in Penang who scored 7As and above in the 2024 SPM examination received a total of RM70,200 in cash awards today. Chief minister Chow Kon Yeow said the initiative by the Penang Hindu Endowments Board (PHEB) recognised academic excellence and reflected the state's ongoing commitment to educational development. 'I am extremely proud of the 819 candidates in Penang who obtained straight As in the 2024 SPM exam,' he said at the award presentation at Kompleks Masyarakat Penyayang here today. Chow said as of May this year, PHEB had allocated around RM1.5 million to support 1,217 students across the state. PHEB deputy chairman Senator Dr RA Lingeshwaran said this was the second consecutive year the board had recognised outstanding Hindu students in the SPM examination. He said each student would receive RM50 for every A, with amounts ranging from RM350 for 7As to RM550 for 11As. The most outstanding scorer with 9A+, Darshini Subash Sun from SMK Hussein Onn, received a trophy, laptop and RM450. Kuhan Tharman, an 8A student from SMJK Chung Ling, received RM400. Lingeshwaran said that between 2023 and May 2025, PHEB had channelled RM883,607 into education aid for students pursuing certificate, diploma and degree programmes, as well as welfare assistance. In total, nearly RM1 million had been spent, benefitting at least 1,028 Hindus in Penang, he said. 'This year, PHEB received RM2 million in state funding, up from RM1.5 million last year,' he said.
Malaysiakini
21-05-2025
- General
- Malaysiakini
2026 matriculation offer results out today
The Education Ministry announced that the results for successful applicants to the Matriculation Programme for the 2025/2026 academic session can be checked starting at 10am today. In a statement, the ministry said school leavers who sat for the SPM 2024 exam may check their results at Online registration for successful candidates...
Borneo Post
15-05-2025
- General
- Borneo Post
Bukit Assek rep rewards 49 SPM high achievers with RM10,800 in incentives
Top scorer Divine Dnurani Nagi Julia receives her award from Chieng for achieving 9As in SPM 2024 during the SPM 2024 Student Excellence Incentive Award Presentation Ceremony. Also seen are Lau (left) and Doreen Tiong. SIBU (May 15): A total of 49 students from Bukit Assek who scored 5As and above in the 2024 Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examination were awarded cash incentives today in recognition of their academic achievements. The awards were presented by Bukit Assek assemblyman Joseph Chieng Jin Ek at the SPM 2024 Student Excellence Incentive Award Presentation Ceremony at SMK Bukit Assek here today. 'This is a remarkable improvement from last year when only 13 students achieved 5As or more. The increase reflects stronger academic performance and greater support from families and schools,' he said A total of RM10,800 was disbursed this year—up from RM3,900 in 2023—as part of Chieng's education incentive programme. He also announced a revised incentive structure for the 2024 SPM candidates: RM100 for scoring 5As, with an additional RM100 for every A beyond that. 'For example, a student who scores 9As will receive RM500. It's both a reward and a motivation to push for higher results,' he explained. Chieng credited the success to the collective efforts of students, teachers, and parents. He emphasised that academic excellence is the result of a supportive learning environment and strong community values. He urged this year's Form Five students to draw inspiration from the recipients and aim high. 'To those who received awards today—this is just the beginning. Stay focused, stay humble, and keep striving for success,' he said. The ceremony concluded with Chieng thanking teachers and parents for their dedication while calling for continued collaboration to elevate education standards in Bukit Assek. Meanwhile, SMK Bukit Assek's senior assistant Lau Chik Kong also congratulated the students and highlighted the school's improved academic performance. 'Our school's Grade Point Average (GPA) has improved to 3.99 in SPM 2024, compared to 4.94 in 2023. All 15 subjects offered showed improvement,' said Lau in his speech. He cited subjects such as Chemistry, which improved significantly from 4.00 to 1.43, Biology (from 4.79 to 3.62), and Mathematics (from 7.14 to 3.81) as evidence of overall academic progress. Out of the 182 students who sat for the exam, four achieved 9As, six scored 8As, eight got 7As, nine earned 6As, and 22 students secured 5As. 'These achievements are the result of the dedication of our teachers, support from parents and guardians, and the commitment of our students,' he said. Lau also thanked Chieng for his continued support and encouragement, adding that the incentive programme not only motivates students but also fosters a culture of excellence in the school community. Bukit Assek joseph chieng lead SPM 2024 top scorers
The Star
12-05-2025
- General
- The Star
Johor school celebrates historic SPM success
TOP scorers in the 2024 Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examinations credit their success to personal sacrifices, family support, disciplined study routines, and dedicated teachers. Among the 56 top scorers from SMK Sultan Ismail in Johor Baru were M. Kayyelvizhi, Harry Danish Ahmad Kamal Azuan, twin sisters Lee Yun Ting and Lee Yun Qian and Chan Le Rou. Kayyelvizhi, who scored 10A+ and 1A, went to great lengths to avoid distractions – choosing not to have a mobile phone or engage on social media throughout her studies. 'I didn't want a phone because I knew it would distract me from studying,' she said during a recent interview at the school. Kayyelvizhi says she draws inspiration from her elder brother who had attended the same school and was a top scorer. Aspiring to pursue medicine, Kayyelvizhi drew inspiration from her elder brother, a former top SPM scorer from the same school who achieved 12A+. She credited past-year exam papers as a key part of her preparation. Her parents rewarded her with a mobile phone after she completed her final exam in 2024. Harry Danish was thrilled to score 8A+ and 1A in SPM, which he achieved without attending any tuition. 'I chose to study independently, as my teachers' notes and guidance were more than enough,' he said. While confident in his preparation, he kept his expectations realistic. He plans to pursue a degree in information technology (IT). For Chan Le Rou, early preparation was key to her success in the examinations. 'Our school put us in 'battle mode' from day one of Form Five, which helped me stay focused,' said Le Rou, who scored 8A+ and 2A, including an A in Japanese. Having participated in a student exchange programme in Japan, she developed a passion for the language. She shared that her most productive study hours were from 6pm to midnight. 'I took breaks to avoid burnout, but consistency was what kept me on track,' she added. Le Rou also scored A in Japanese. Twin sisters Lee Yun Ting and Lee Yun Qian credited their success to strong family support, especially from their mother. Yun Ting, who scored 6A+, 3A, and 1A-, and Yun Qian, with 7A+, 1A, and 2A-, said they often supported each other in their studies. 'Our mother always gave us advice during the hour-long drive to and from school, ever since Form One,' Yun Ting said. SMK Sultan Ismail principal Suriyah Mohamed Lahir credited the school's historic SPM 2024 results to the combined efforts of students, teachers, parents, the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA), as well as the district and state education authorities. The 56 top students scored straight As, including two who achieved all A+, while all 159 candidates passed – marking a 100% pass rate. Suriyah, a 30-year education veteran, noted the school's improvement from the previous year, which saw 36 students with straight As, including three with full A+. Suriyah: SMK Sultan Ismail saw 56 students scoring straight As, including two with full A+ in the 2024 SPM examinations. She attributed the success to clear expected targeted results (ETR), consistent performance monitoring, and regular student-teacher dialogues under the Take-Off Value (TOV) approach held at least three times before the exam. She said preparations began as early as Form 4, with struggling students identified early and parents brought in for support. 'Each student's progress is tracked closely – every head counts,' she said, also thanking the PTA and education offices for their ongoing support in resources and guidance. Beyond academics, she said the school also emphasises extracurricular excellence. One of its current Form 5 students, Chua Yee Jia, has been selected to represent Malaysia at the Regeneron International Science & Engineering Fair (ISEF) 2025 in Columbus, USA, with her chemistry innovation project titled 'Molecular Insight Into M.L.C.E Larvicide'. Johor saw a significant improvement in the 2024 SPM results, with 41 students achieving straight A+ – more than double the 20 recorded in 2023, according to state education director Mohd Hanafi Samad. The state also recorded its best performance in five years, with a Grade Point Average (GPN) of 4.36, outperforming the national average of 4.49. 'This is the best achievement for the state in the past five years,' he said. 'A total of 1,513 candidates scored excellent results (A+, A, or A-), while 4,096 earned at least one B, and 6,740 secured at least one C.' He said of the 42,616 candidates, 94.49% qualified for certification, and absentee numbers dropped to 565 from 901 in 2023. 'Special needs candidates also performed well, with 16 out of 168 scoring excellent results –including four with 8As, four with 7As, and eight with 6As.' Additionally, Hanafi said the number of schools across urban and rural areas in Johor achieving 100% certification eligibility rose from 75 to 81. The performance gap between urban and rural candidates narrowed to just 0.02 points, aligning with the state's goal of becoming a national leader in education.
Borneo Post
09-05-2025
- General
- Borneo Post
SMK Sacred Heart's SPM 2024 top-scorers receive incentives totalling RM38,500 from Bukit Assek rep
Chieng (front, eighth left) and SMK Sacred Heart principal David Teo, on his right, join others in a group photo with the school's SPM 2024 top-scorers. — Photo by Peter Boon SIBU (May 9): Ninety-two Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) 2024 top-scorers from SMK Sacred Heart received incentives totalling RM38,500 from Bukit Assek assemblyman Joseph Chieng today. It was informed that the recipients were those who achieved 5As and above in the public examination. 'This marks a significant increase compared to SPM 2023's results, when 77 students achieved this standard with a total incentive of RM30,400. 'This is a proud moment for the school, and a clear sign of continuous improvement – an increase of 15 students, and RM8,100″ said Chieng in his remarks for the SPM 2024 Incentive Presentation Ceremony at SMK Sacred Heart today. The assemblyman said in 2022, he introduced this incentive programme in four secondary schools in his state constituency, including SMK Sacred Heart, with the simple yet meaningful purpose of encouraging academic excellence and rewarding students who strove for success. 'But beyond just the financial support, I hope this initiative serves as a symbol of encouragement, a reminder that every effort matters, and every step you take toward your dreams is worth celebrating.' In this regard, Chieng encouraged the students to continue aiming higher, including pushing their boundaries and believing in their potential. Moreover, he extended his congratulations to SMK Sacred Heart for reaching a remarkable achievement this time, ranking among the top secondary schools in Sarawak for SPM 2024 results. incentives joseph chieng Sibu SMK Sacred Heart SPM
