19 SMK Methodist students receive study incentives for excellence in 2023 STPM exam

SIBU (Aug 7): A total of 19 students from SMK Methodist who excelled in their 2023 Sijil Tinggi Pelajaran Malaysia (STPM) examination received study incentives from Bukit Assek assemblyman Joseph Chieng.

Chieng, when presenting the award, said it was a form of recognition for the hard work of the students.

“We are now into the third year, and this year I am pleased to announce an allocation of RM22,700 in the form of incentive awards for 57 outstanding students from two schools in my area,” he said.

He emphasised that good education paves the way for students to have a better future and excel in their future undertakings.

“I am convinced that investing in education is investing in the future of our children and I am committed to the spirit and nurture the talents of the young people like you,” he told the students

He also called on the students to continue their studies to the highest level and return to contribute to the progress of the state.

He informed that Sarawak plans to double its economy from RM136 billion in 2019 to RM282 billion by 2030 with an annual growth target of six to eight per cent, as outlined in the Post Covid-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030, in its objective to be a leader in green economy promoting sustainability and decarbonisation.

“We are aiming for net zero emissions by 2050 and are pioneering the development of hydrogen as a zero-emissions fuel, renewable energy, Carbon Use and Storage (CCUS) and Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).”

With this development, Chieng said he foresaw many opportunities arising in Sarawak.

“For that reason, your skills and innovation are very important for the future of the state.”

Meanwhile, school principal Philip Ling said a total of 67 candidates had sat for STPM 2023 and the school managed to achieve an increase in GPS of 3.07 compared to 3.04 in 2022.

“The improvement has placed SMK Methodist among the 10 best STPM schools in the state.

He also mentioned that two students, Clement Lee and Ling Ying Xin, obtained CGPA 4.0 (Full 4A).