Montfortians eager to welcome the Lunar Year of the Tiger, had worked hard to put up a commendable performance on the 12th of February 2010. The Wushu tigers purred and roared into the lives of the Montfortian audience, who received enthusiastically, the performance that was put up by the prancing Montfortian Tigers.
Following next, The CLDDS performers made an entrance to the stage on stilts! It was an eye-catching Cowboy-themed Western dance that was put up to the catchy and popular Jay Chou song. It garnered quite a number of singers from amongst the audience. Jay Chou would have been pleased!
The importance of Reunion Dinners was transmitted to the young audience in a play put up by the ELDDS members. The character of Spicy Grandma enacted skilfully by Kenny Yaw of 4E4, conveyed the message that despite the generation gap, Chinese New Year is a significant cultural event.
A scintillating performance by Montfort's own magician, Anthony Tan of 4E2 had everyone spellbound for that 10 minutes. His bag of tricks included colourful hankerchiefs, and hot strings.
To add a multicultural flavour to the days event, TLDDS took the stage by storm with a Bollywood-inspired energetic dance. Singer Sai from Secondary 2AA gave a melodious rendition of a popular Tamil song, and despite many Montfortians not being able to understand the language, they enjoyed the song.
The event was a success. Students returned to their classes, and lessons resumed.
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Monday, March 8, 2010
The Move - The Hot And The Not
Montfort has moved! 4th of January saw Montfortians making their presence felt in the new surroundings of Serangoon North Avenue 1 . Thrilled and excited at the newness of things and the abundance of space , the gentlemen embarked on a voyage of discovery . With sprawling basketball courts amongst the leafy environment , the Montfortians felt they were more in a 'resort' than in a school .
However , reality hit upon entering the rather small and 'basic' classrooms. Definitely the students felt a sense of loss especially at the absence of air conditioning and spaciousness of the classrooms of Montfort @ Hougang . But knowing that two years would eventually pass would help get us through this temporary deprivation of comfort . Persevering Montfortian decided to rise to the occasion and to enjoy also the present location and the perks of space and the green world around them . Onwards we go!
However , reality hit upon entering the rather small and 'basic' classrooms. Definitely the students felt a sense of loss especially at the absence of air conditioning and spaciousness of the classrooms of Montfort @ Hougang . But knowing that two years would eventually pass would help get us through this temporary deprivation of comfort . Persevering Montfortian decided to rise to the occasion and to enjoy also the present location and the perks of space and the green world around them . Onwards we go!
Friday, January 8, 2010
Sec 1 Orientation 2010
It's very nature is hard to describe.
But as the fire died down, I realized Zenith 2010 (Sec 1 Orientation) was very much about 4 words; "a man for others".
The simplicity of our school vision amazes me, in a way that so much can be achieved when one is "a man for others". More than anything, these 4 words encompass how everyone should be.
Firstly, the Orientation Group Leaders (OGLs) and councillors gave up so much time for the secondary 1 students. To ensure that the students were safe, healthy and happy; to ensure the programme was successful. At the end of the day, they were more tired most can imagine. But they did not sleep, they practiced campfire songs and a special dance, all for others.
This dance was choreographed in less than 2 hours, and the OGLs learned it in less than half an hour, in the middle of the night. Absolutely incredible.
Secondly, the teachers spent days and nights perfecting the camp. When the time finally came, they worked even harder to make sure things ran smoothly. How they had the energy to cheer at the top of their lungs during the campfire is a wonder. Not to mention them coming up to dance for and with us. Teachers are special people; it's probably the most 'giving' occupation; and all our teachers are certainly great examples of that.
Thirdly, the old boys who came back to help and support us. Without them, there wouldn't be that much joy and encouragement than there was. And for making that choice to come back even though some are years from their Secondary School days, we are indebted to them for helping carry on the Montfortian traditions.
Many things happened during camp; games, preparation, campfire. Many feelings were felt; some happy, stressed, sad, tired. And there's a lot to learn from it, to improve and work on. If everyone took back something in common, it would be about being there for others.
We learned, taught and loved.
Camp was a show. A show of true Montfortian love.
That's the simplest way I can put it, because it's very nature is hard to describe.
- Brian Josef Theng
But as the fire died down, I realized Zenith 2010 (Sec 1 Orientation) was very much about 4 words; "a man for others".
The simplicity of our school vision amazes me, in a way that so much can be achieved when one is "a man for others". More than anything, these 4 words encompass how everyone should be.
Firstly, the Orientation Group Leaders (OGLs) and councillors gave up so much time for the secondary 1 students. To ensure that the students were safe, healthy and happy; to ensure the programme was successful. At the end of the day, they were more tired most can imagine. But they did not sleep, they practiced campfire songs and a special dance, all for others.
This dance was choreographed in less than 2 hours, and the OGLs learned it in less than half an hour, in the middle of the night. Absolutely incredible.
Secondly, the teachers spent days and nights perfecting the camp. When the time finally came, they worked even harder to make sure things ran smoothly. How they had the energy to cheer at the top of their lungs during the campfire is a wonder. Not to mention them coming up to dance for and with us. Teachers are special people; it's probably the most 'giving' occupation; and all our teachers are certainly great examples of that.
Thirdly, the old boys who came back to help and support us. Without them, there wouldn't be that much joy and encouragement than there was. And for making that choice to come back even though some are years from their Secondary School days, we are indebted to them for helping carry on the Montfortian traditions.
Many things happened during camp; games, preparation, campfire. Many feelings were felt; some happy, stressed, sad, tired. And there's a lot to learn from it, to improve and work on. If everyone took back something in common, it would be about being there for others.
We learned, taught and loved.
Camp was a show. A show of true Montfortian love.
That's the simplest way I can put it, because it's very nature is hard to describe.
- Brian Josef Theng
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