Assalamualaikum, people (if you exist, haha),
It has been ages since I last logged in because, let's face it, I easily tire of blogs and stuff but for some reason, I am back. This time, it is with a noble reason. Since my super juniors, AKA Batch 1999, are about to receive their PT3 results in about a week and a few days' time, it's about time I promote to you guys my lovely, wonderful school otherwise known as SM Sains Kuala Terengganu, or SESTER for short. For anyone interested, I'm a member of Atrix XIV and just finished this school the past November after a not-bad Biology exam. So, if anybody out there is curious about choosing an SBP for you, this is a post dedicated on SM SAINS KUALA TERENGGANU.
So, this is why we are awesome:
1. We're small. You can also word this in many other ways possible: petite, tiny, miniature, mini, little, you name it. In fact, we are the smallest SBP in Malaysia. So, why is this something I'm proud of? The community is friendlier, let's face it. A small environment basically forces you to mash up and socialize with everyone else. Friends are impossible not to obtain here. And, let's face it, if you don't shy away from every individual, you're bound to develop a very strong bond between your batch.
2. We're free. So, what do I mean by this? In SESTER, we're basically encouraged to bring laptops and the school's free wi-fi isn't that bad in terms of speed. So while finishing up an assignment, you may also take the time to log into your Twitter and tell the world about us. MP3s are also allowed, so if you are a lover of music, then please join. Cellphones, sadly, are banned but the art of sneaking ones in is one carried out by most with complete success.
3. We kayak. This is basically the norm for all batches. It's kind of an unwritten rule where every student is REQUIRED to kayak because, heck, it's a whole load of fun. Let's just say, that I'm not one who is technically fit, but it wasn't unappealing to me. Simply, it was adventurous. You would love the sense of excitement you get in this activity. Seriously.
4. We're a small community. This is because SESTER only consists of Form 4 and Form 5 ONLY. So, if you sign up here, you get to start a new life with people who are just as equally inexperienced as you in the whole SBP business. You don't have to be afraid because everyone is too. Friends are easier to make since the differences totally aren't many. Besides, the school is rich in different cultures since, well, we consist of a lot of states. Let's keep the social butterfly alive, people. Also, the teachers are awesome.
5. We have no lights off. Surprised? Haha. It's not everyday you get to see an SBP without any lights off. So, just in case, you don't get it - It means we have no determined bed times. In other SBPs (for example, ASIS because I went there on a student-exchange programme thing), the teachers have designated a certain time where all students are required to remain in their rooms, shut all the lights and sleep. In SESTER, we have no bedtime. We can sleep whenever we want, however we want.
6. We have awesome teachers. You may not know them but you can sure as heck say that these individuals are clearly awesome people. Prime examples would be Teacher Yus, the charming English teacher who will make you laugh again and again and again, Puan Dalina, who cares deeply for her students and teaches with dedication, Ustaz Farid, who can just entrance you with his fun way of teaching Islamic Studies and many, many more. Just come and see.
7. We have okay food. I won't lie. It isn't the epitome of awesome but it's been said to be one of the tastiest foods in the nation full of SBPS, so that is something to be celebrated. For example, I'm taking ASIS again, ASIS serves this artificial milk from powder. In SESTER, we have Dutch Lady, which is rather posh, hoho. The Dema (Dewan Makan)'s workers are also friendly. You'll fall in love with Mok and the Kakaks, haha. xP
8. We have excellent co-curricular opportunities. By this, I clearly mean that your chances into representing the school into sports or debate or nasyid or workshops are definitely slimmer. The competition here isn't that great since we're not too many. Besides that, the opportunity of landing yourself as the position of a prefect, peer or librarian is also quite easy to get. So, cheers! The one who's currently writing is in fact the Head Librarian of Atrix XIV, haha.
And...As I'm tired, this is it for today. So, best of luck. Just remember, please, my dearest juniors. If you land yourself a spot in any SBPs, regardless where, ensure that you study smart. Don't treat Form 4 as a honeymoon year because, simply put, you'll regret in Form 5 later on. Score well and you'll land yourself a wonderful opportunity for your University years.
By the way, I just received an offer for Fast Track in UPM for Asasi Sains Pertanian, so yay. I'll be going there on 29th December but that's another story. Good luck choosing your future school!
