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PULSATING ACS 2013

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TERBINALAH BILIK TAYANGAN

Tahun 2013 merupakan tahun yang ’Bertuah’ kepada semua warga SMK Methodist (ACS), Seremban kerana pada tahun ini terbinalah sebuah bilik tayangan yang selama ini diimpikan. Bak kata orang ’Mimpi Menjadi Kenyataan’.Dengan kesungguhan pihak pengurusan yang mengambil inisiatif dalam perkhidmatan Pusat Sumber Sekolah (PSS), kini bilik tayangan dalam struktur pembinaan. Diharapkan dengan pembinaaan bilik tayangan ini, proses pengajaran dan pembelajran di sekolah ini semakin bertambah baik dari semasa ke semasa demi mencapai visi dan misi pendidikan. Terima kasih kami warga ACS kepada Pengetua Cemerlang, En. Thong Kok Chaw selaku penasihat PSS dan tidak dilupakan juga kepada Pn. Chuan Teik Mei selaku Pengerusi PSS yang berusaha ke arah terbinanya bilik tayangan.

Sementara itu, aktiviti kemuncak iaitu ’Minggu Pusat Sumber Sekolah’ yang bertemakan ’PSS Menjana Minda’ telah diadakan pada 17 – 21hb. Jun 2013. Minggu PSS ini telah dilancarkan oleh pengetua sekolah semasa perhimpunan rasmi dengan memukul gong.

Pada minggu ini pelbagai aktiviti dijalankan seperti persaraan dan pelantikan pengawas perpustakaan, pengawas perpustakaan cemerlang, pengawas perpustakaan berkomitmen, ulasan buku, penghasilan bahan pengajaran dan pembelajaran (kategori guru dan murid), murid yang banyak meminjam buku perpustakaan, pertandingan kerap ke perpustakaan, dan pemenang anugerah NILAM setiap tingkatan. Selain itu, aktiviti yang mendapat sambutan hangat ialah teka kacang dalam botol dan cabutan bertuah mengunjungi perpustakaan dalam minggu PSS. Hadiah-hadiah juga diberi kepada pemenang-pemenang dalam bentuk wang tunai, pen sentuh, voucer buku, dan hamper. Pihak PSS amat berbesar hati atas sambutan yang amat menggalakkan daripada semua warga ACS.

Dalam pertandingan penghasilan bahan bantu mengajar KBKK/Ms. Power Point kategori guru tempat pertama dimenangi oleh Cik Azma binti Mohamad Amin (Sains Tg. 1). Pemenang kedua pula dimenangi oleh En. Ganesan a/l Murusamy (Sejarah Tg. 4), dan pemenang ketiga dalam mata pelajaran Ekonomi Asas Tg. 4 dimenangi oleh Pn. Zarina binti Bahri. Tahniah kepada semua pemenang dan terima kasih kepada semua yang terlibat sama ada secara langsung atau tidak langsung dalam menjayakan Minggu PSS 2013 ini.

‘NILAM’ atau Nadi Ilmu Amalan Membaca merupakan penggabungan atau adunan semua aktiviti galakan membaca yang pernah dijalankan di sekolah dengan memberi pengiktirafan yang sesuai. Pelaksanaan program ini meliputi penilaian pembacaan yang berterusan sepanjang tahun dan markah dikumpulkan secara kumulatif sehinggalah mereka tamat persekolahan. Program ini ialah satu usaha Kementerian Pelajaran Malaysia dengan matlamat untuk membina tabiat membaca dalam kalangan murid. Bahagian Teknologi Pendidikan ialah urus setia di Kementerian Pelajaran yang ditugaskan untuk menyelaras program ini.

Program ini telah mula dilaksanakan dengan Tahun Satu di sekolah rendah dan Tingkatan Satu atau

Peralihan di sekolah menengah dengan rasminya pada 1999, melalui Surat Pekeliling Ikhtisas Kementerian Pelajaran Malaysia Bil.13/1998: Program Membina Tabiat Membaca bertarikh 22 Mei 1998.

 Apakah tahap yang terdapat dalam program NILAM?

Program NILAM mempunyai dua tahap. Tahap pertama ialah untuk membina kemahiran dan menanam minat membaca sehingga terbina satu tabiat. Tahap ini dikenali sebagai JAUHARI. Tahap kedua pula membantu pencambahan penggunaan bahan dalam gerakan membaca. Tahap ini dikenali sebagai RAKAN PEMBACA.

Jumlah Buku Pengiktirafan

72 - 143 Gangsa

144 - 215 Perak

216 - 287 Emas

288 ke atas NILAM

Apakah yang dimaksudkan dengan TAHAP RAKAN PEMBACA?

Tahap RAKAN PEMBACA (RP) mengutamakan aspek

kepimpinan dalam aktiviti membaca. Setelah membaca sejumlah 100 buah buku murid layak memasuki tahap RP. Tahap ini memberi penekanan kepada kebolehan murid membimbing dan menarik minat orang lain supaya suka membaca. Walau bagaimanapun aktiviti Tahap JAUHARI masih diteruskan. Pengiraan markah bagi aktiviti ini diberikan mengikut jumlah aktiviti atau sesi aktiviti yang dijalankan mengikut kesesuaian umur murid seperti :

- Bercerita (1 sesi = 5 markah)

- Bicara Buku (1 sesi = 5 markah)

- Ulasan Buku (1 sesi = 5 markah)

- Meminjamkan buku (1buku x 5 peminjam = 5 markah)

Murid pada tahap Rakan Pembaca ini diberikan pemarkahan usaha mereka mengikut Jadual Sistem Ganjaran RP :

Jumlah markah aktiviti Pengiktirafan

100 – 199 Gangsa

200– 299 Perak

300 – 399   Emas

400 ke atas NILAM

Oleh itu, pihak pentadbir sekolah yang bertanggungjawab dalam urusan perolehan buku-buku perlulah mengambil kira faktor-faktor ini dalam usaha membina koleksi di Pusat Sumber Sekolah. Perkara kedua yang membentuk trend membaca dalam kalangan murid-murid pula ialah bentuk buku yang dibaca. Trend dan minat murid-murid sekarang lebih terarah kepada sesuatu yang bersifat teknologi dan ICT. Kita melihat ini sebagai sesuatu yang positif dan Program NILAM juga sememangnya sentiasa ditambah baik seiring dengan kemajuan teknologi sedia ada.

Dalam pelaksanaan Program NILAM diminta murid membaca sebanyak mungkin buku dankemudian mencatatnya dalam Buku Rekod NILAM. Buku-buku yang dimaksudkan ialah buku-buku berbentuk fizikal yang dipinjam dari Pusat Sumber Sekolah, Perpustakaan Awam ataupun yang mereka beli sendiri. Seiring dengan kepesatan teknologi, Program NILAM juga menggalakkan mereka membaca buku-buku dalam bentuk digital yang boleh diperoleh dari Pusat Sumber Digital, e-book dan juga CD/DVD. Malah mereka juga boleh memuat turun bahan-bahan bacaan dari internet untuk mereka baca dan simpan sebagai koleksi peribadi mereka. Sekarang ini sudah ada teknologi di mana buku-buku berbentuk digital boleh ”membacakan” buku tersebut untuk kita dan boleh disimpan di dalam pemain muzik MP3 dan juga iPod. Dengan kepesatan teknologi yang semakin memudahkan kita pada zaman ini, tidak ada alasan lagi sebenarnya untuk kita mengatakan bahawa kita tidak ada masa untuk membaca.

TERIMA KASIH SEMUA!   GPM

JANUARI 2013

EXCELLENT SERVICE AWARD 2013

 Pulsating ACS congratulates the following members of the staff who were given the Excellent Service Award:

1. Madam Surinder Kaur d/o Pritam Singh

2. Madam Fong Soo Chern

3. Madam Aida Roslaini bt Ayob

4. Madam Sivapakiam d/o Sundarajan

5. Madam Ong Geok Mooi

6. Madam Wong Li Yi

7. Madam Rahimah bt Abu Samah

8. Madam Siti Hajar bt Shaari

PROMOTED

 ACSians congratulate our teachers on their recent promotion: DG 41 – DG 44

Madam Azizah bt Ahmad

Madam Sivapakiam d/o Sundarajan

Madam Kamisah bt Ngah

Miss Norshahlila bt Mohamad

Miss Phang Mui Foong

Madam Rahimah bt Abu Samah

Madam Masarah bt Mohd Salleh

Madam Choo Pei Huey

Madam Azrin Darlina bt Jamlus

Madam Siti Hajar bt Wahab

Mr Lim Loon Chang

ORIENTATION WEEK

The orientation week for Form 1 and Form 4 students was held from 2-4 Jan 2013. The Form 1 students were introduced to the school infrastructure, facilities and the various school blocks. They were also briefed on the school rules and discipline issues. The Form 4 students were briefed on the new academic subjects offered for both the Arts and Science streams in preparation for their SPM examination.

GOTONG-ROYONG

A massive spring cleaning session was carried out in the whole school on Friday, 4 January 2013. Students and teachers had a fun time as they worked vigorously for a cleaner and conducive learning environment under the supervision of their respective class teachers. Lessons resumed to normal at 8.45a.m.

PREFECTS INSTALLATION

School prefects were officially installed during the school assembly. The installation ceremony was carried out at two levels.

 07 – 01 – 2013 : Form 3 Prefects

18 – 02 – 2013 : Form 4 Prefects

The principal presented these new prefects with a badge and a neck tie each as they took on their new roles. It is our hope that they will effectively carry out their duties without fear or favour. It was indeed a proud moment for these students who will be our future pillars of leadership.

SPORTS HOUSE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING.

Ordinary students who slacken academically but excel in sports were placed on high pedestals on 17 January 2013 during the Sports House Annual General Meeting. Students gathered at their respective sports house venues to nominate and elect the new house captain as well as other office bearers for 2013. Lessons resumed back to normal at 8.10a.m.

APPOINTMENT OF CLASS MONITORS AND ASSISTANTS

Class monitors and Assistant monitors were given due recognition by the school during their appointment ceremony on 24 January 2013 by the Senior Assistant 1, Mdm Chuan Teik Mei who gave them each a badge. It is hoped that they will effectively carry out their role with full responsibility within their classrooms.

PROMOTION FOR NEW MEMBERSHIP

A healthy and competitive campaign to recruit new members for co-curricular units was carried out at the Methodist Centre on the following dates.

30 January 2013 – Uniform Bodies

31 January 2013 – Societies and Clubs

1 February 2013 – Sport Clubs

Campaigners resorted to all kinds of gimmicks and marketing strategies to lure new members into signing up with their respective clubs, societies and uniform units. It was fun.

A WARM WELCOME

Pulsating ACS extends a warm welcome to the following new teachers who joined the ACS academic staff beginning 2013:

- Mr. Arshad bin Dolah.

- Madam Lee Poh Ai.

- Madam Ang Get Poh.

 FEBRUARI 2013

PBSM

Pertandingan Ujian Kemahiran Unit Beruniform (Perempuan) Peringkat Daerah telah diadakan di Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Sendayan pada 23 Februari 2013. Pertandingan ini telah disertai oleh pasukan sekolah yang terdiri daripada 4 orang ahli Bulan Sabit Merah Malaysia serta 2 orang ahli Pandu Puteri. Pertandingan ini telah dibahagikan kepada 3 bahagian. Antaranya ialah Kategori Pertolongan Cemas, Kategori Gadjet, dan Kategori Orienteering.

Pasukan sekolah telah menang dalam ketiga-tiga bahagian tersebut. Pasukan sekolah juga muncul sebagai Johan Keseluruhan dalam Pertandingan Ujian Kemahiran Unit Beruniform (Perempuan) Peringkat Daerah. Saudari Yap Zuoo Chi juga telah dipilih Peserta Terbaik dalam pertandingan ini dan akan mewakili Seremban Zon 1 untuk menyertai pertandingan di peringkat Negeri.

KEJOHANAN PING PONG DAERAH SEREMBAN

ZON 2

Tarikh : 20 Februari 2013

Tempat : SMK Bukit Mewah

Hanya kategori perseorangan dipertandingkan.

Kategori Pencapaian Peserta

Lelaki Bawah 18 Tahun Ke-3 

Chan Lip Sheng (4S)

Yau Kuang Joe (5A)

Perempuan bawah 18 Tahun Naib Johan Ke-3

Bee Swen Ning (5S)

Lee Hui May (5S)

Lelaki Bawah 15 Tahun Ke-3

Chan Vin Sheng (2S)

Chay Jun Ye (1S)

Perempuan Bawah 15 Tahun Naib Johan Ke-3

Bee Swen Ywen (2S)

Teh Min Hui (2M)

Semua pemenang di atas termasuk 2 orang peserta yang berjaya ke peringkat suku akhir iaitu Ooi Hong Yang (3S) dan Kek Chee Ying (5S). Mereka akan mewakili Daerah Seremban Zon 2 ke Peringkat MSSNS pada 5 Mac 2013.

KELAB CATUR

Kelab Catur telah menyertai Kejohanan Catur MSSD Seremban Selatan pada 6 Februari 2013 di SMA Persekutuan Labu. Pasukan sekolah telah beradu nasib dalam semua kategori yang dipertandingkan (empat kategori kesemuanya). Dalam pertandingan terebut pasukan sekolah telah mendapat tempat ketiga bagi kategori Lelaki Bawah 18 tahun acara berpasukan. Walaupun tewas dalam kategori yang lain namun, semua pemain telah menunjukkan kemampuan yang memberangsangkan dan prestasi yang baik ini memberi petunjuk bahawa kita mampu mencapai kemenangan yang diharapkan pada tahun hadapan. Sebagai persediaan pihak sekolah telah mengenalpasti beberapa orang pemain yang berpotensi bagi pertandingan seterusnya. Antaranya melalui Pertandingan Catur antara rumah-rumah sukan pada bulan Jun, mempergiat latihan dan menyertai pelbagai pertandingan yang dianjurkan oleh pelbagai pihak atau NGO berkaitan

CALLIGRAPHY COMPETITION

The Annual Calligraphy competition was held in conjunction with the Chinese New Year celebration on 7 February 2013 with the PTA Chairman, Mr Leow Kwek Onn as the guest of honour. The event kicked off with a variety of cultural performances by students of all races. The highlight of the day was the spectacular presentation of the ‘Eleven Seasons Drums’ by our own students. This was indeed history in the making for ACS.

 Later, in true spirit of Muhibbah an interracial mix of teachers and students took part in the Chinese, Tamil, and Jawi calligraphy. Winners were each presented with a modest AngPow from the principal. The PTA Chairman also gave away mandarin oranges to all students. Everyone was elated!

CHINESE NEW YEAR FIESTA

The CNY fiesta organised by the Chinese Language Society was held on 2 February 2013 at the ‘Pusat Kegiatan Kokurikulum'. The event kicked off with songs and dances heralding an air of festivity. The grand presentation of the night, ‘24 Seasons Drums’ by our students stole the show. Our principal Mr. Thong Kok Chaw graced the occasion. Also present were members of the school administrative and academic staff. It was indeed a fun-filled night.

TESTS AND EXAMINATIONS

The 1st monthly test was held from 25 – 27 February 2013. The Mid Year Examination commences on the following dates :-

Form 5 : 3, 7 – 23 May 2013

Form 4 : 3, 10 – 23 May 2013

Form 3 : 15 – 23 May 2013

Form 1 &2 : 17 – 23 May 2013

Form Remove : 20 – 23 May 2013

FIRE DRILL

The first fire drill for 2013 was held on 28 February 2013. A demonstration on the use of the fire extinguisher was given by Mr. Redzuan bin Aziz. Students were also briefed on safety measures, emergency exits and escape routes in the event of a fire. The Senior Assistant of Students Affairs, Madam Ooi Sow Lay praised and thanked the students for the record time taken in assembling at the basketball court. Lessons resumed as normal thereafter.

BOYS AND GIRLS BRIGADE

ACS formed the Boys and Girls Brigade beginning 2013 with the objective of installing discipline and christian values amongst young students. During the installation day on 24 February 2013, our pioneer members attended the Sunday church service at the Wesley Methodist Church, Seremban. Our school Brigade teams collaborate closely with the brigade team of Wesley Methodist School, Seremban. Our boys brigade also attended an orientation camp from 5-7 April 2013 at Wesley Methodist School. The teacher advisors of the Boys and Girls Brigades are Mr. James Louis and Mdm. Carol Kennedy Dawson respectively.

ACS MUSIC FESTIVAL

The ACS Music Festival gave its maiden performance on 23 February 2013. The event kicked off at 7.30 p.m. after the opening speech by the principal. Among the many performances of songs, dances and piano recitals, the ACS school band gave an electrifying performance which became the highlight of the night. T-Shirts were also sold to commemorate the event. Mr. Lim Loon Chang gave a surprise rendition of a song with the accompaniment of piano recital which vowed the crowd. ACSians congratulate all participants of the festival as well as their teacher advisor and trainer, Mr. Lim Loon Chang for a successful jazzy and fun filled musical night.

MAC 2013

Pertandingan Kawad Kaki NGO Peringkat Daerah

Pertandingan Kawad Kaki NGO Peringkat Daerah telah diadakan pada 22 Mac 2013. Pertandingan ini telah disertai oleh 30 orang ahli BSMM yang terdiri daripada ahli-ahli Tingkatan 2, 3, 4 & 5 dan seorang Komander, Wong Li Yen. Pasukan sekolah telah berjaya mendapat Naib Johan.

KEJAYAAN PASUKAN BADMINTON SMK METHODIST (ACS)

Pasukan Badminton SMK Methodist (ACS) telah menyertai Kejohanan Badminton MSSD Seremban 2 dari 20 hingga 22 Mac 2013. Kejohanan tersebut telah diadakan di Dewan SMK Senawang dan disertai oleh 17 peserta dalam setiap kategori yang dipertandingkan. Selepas 10 tahun, pasangan beregu perempuan bawah 15 tahun SMK Methodist (ACS) telah berjaya memenangi gangsa. Mereka adalah Hong Sook Khin dan Joo Hooi Meen.

KEJOHANAN PING PONG MSSNS 2013

Tarikh : 6 – 8 Mac 2013

Tempat : SMK Bukit Mewah

Kategori Pencapaian Nama Peserta

Pasukan Lelaki Bawah 18 Tahun Naib Johan

Chan Lip Sheng (4S)

Yau Kuang Joe (5A)

Kek Chee Ying (5A)

Pasukan Lelaki Bawah 15 Tahun Naib Johan

Chan Vin Sheng (2S)

Chay Jun Ye (1S)

Ooi Hong Yang (3S)

Pasukan Perempuan Bawah 15 Tahun Ke-3

Bee Swen Ywen (2S)

Teh Min Hui (2M)

PROGRAM BACAAN YASIN DAN TAZKIRAH

Program ini telah di adakan pada 15 Mac 2013, mulai pukul 12.30 tgh. di Surau ACS. Pelajar perempuan Islam di dedahkan kepada kemahiran pengurusan masa, isu-isu yang berkaitan dengan moral dan kelakuan. Penceramahnya ialah Pn. Maimunah bt. Ismail dan di bantu oleh Usta. Nor Hayati bt. Nik Yahya.

AKTIVITI PERSATUAN ALAM SEKITAR

Persatuan Alam Sekitar telah menyertai pertandingan ‘THE YOUNG VOICES FOR CONSERVATION’ peringkat kebangsaan, anjuran badan NGO ‘Trees’ (Treat Every Environment Special) dan di taja oleh Affin Bank. Dana sebanyak RM450.00 telah diagihkan kepada pihak sekolah untuk melaksanakan projek Alam Sekitar. Sepuluh orang ahli persatuan telah dipilih untuk melaksanakan projek ‘Takungan Air Hujan’ di sekolah di bawah bimbingan Cik Faridah dan Pn. Subbuletchumy.

Projek ini dipilih bagi mengatasi beberapa masalah yang dikenalpasti di samping dapat mengurangkan bil utiliti bulanan sekolah . Pertandingan telah bermula pada bulan Mac 2013 dan akan berakhir pada bulan November 2013. Pemilihan sekolah dijalankan secara berperingkat berdasarkan skor yang diperoleh melalui bengkel-bengkel yang dianjurkan, penulisan artikel dan kertas konsep projek yang dihasilkan. Setakat ini pasukan sekolah telah Berjaya melangkah ke peringkat kedua dan telah dipilih menyertai bengkel peringkat kedua di Shah Alam pada 30 April 2013.

PELANCARAN BULAN BAHASA KEBANGSAAN DAN KESUSASTERAAN

Bulan Bahasa Kebangsaan dan Kesusasteraan anjuran Panitia Bahasa Melayu telah menghayatinya sepanjang bulan Mac 2013. Pelancaran bulan in telah dilakukan oleh Tuan Pengetua pada 4 Mac 2013 semasa perhimpunan rasmi. Sempena bulan bahasa ini, pelbagai pertandingan telah dianjurkan dan penglibatan murid-murid sungguh menggalakkan.

IN-HOUSE TRAINING FOR ESL TEACHERS

The PTA graciously sponsored an in-house training for all ESL teachers on 2 March 2013. Teachers were enlightened on issues pertaining to the PBS and PMR evaluation and assessments procedures by Mr Joe Peter from SMK King George and Madam Sharifah Noor Haizam from SMK Seri Pagi. Among other things, ESL teachers had a hands-on training session on the marking of sample essay scripts and awarding appropriate band marks. It was indeed an invaluable session for all ESL teachers. The training wrapped up at approximately 12.20 p.m.

SPORTS HOUSE PRACTICE

House Practice for the School Sports began from 5 March – 30 April 2013 at the SRJK(C) San Min school field at 2.30 – 3.45 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday under the supervision of the Sports House teachers. House practice will resume again in June in time for the school sports.

PARENTS TEACHERS ASSOCIATION ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

The 30th PTA Annual General meeting was held on 9 March 2013 at 2.00 p.m. The guest of honour was the Executive Director of the Methodist Council of Education, Mr Khor Hong Yin. The event began with short presentations from the school choir and the choral speaking team. This was followed by a traditional malay dance by students from the school cultural society. Thereafter, a power-point presentation which included the school’s academic and co-curricular achievements as well as our infrastructure development were screened for the audience. In his key address, Mr Khor emphasized on the role of the institution of school in the nurturing and character building of young lives. He was visibly pleased and expressed that he was impressed with the achievements as well as the physical developments of the school. He later gave away certificates and prizes to top PMR 2012 examination achievers. The PTA meeting was held soon after light refreshments were served.

SPM RESULTS

The SPM 2012 results were released on 21 March 2013 which stirred a buzz of excitement and anxiety amongst teachers and students. Six students scored straight A’s even though the overall results took a slight dip. We hope for better results this year.

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CONDOLENCE

Pulsating ACS expresses its deepest and heartfelt condolence to the family of Madam Habibahbt. Zainal on her demise on 6 March 2013 after a long illness.

GEOGRAPHY MONTH

The Geography Month was launched by our Principal on 4 March 2013 with the theme ‘Save the Earth’. Students took part in an array of competitions befitting the theme which included photography, written quiz, designing recyclable things and colouring a panoramic view of nature. Prizes were given away to winners.

BASKETBALL COMPETITION

ACS hosted the Seremban 2 District Level Basketball Competition on 18-20 March 2013. It was a hectic day for some of our teachers and students who were on duty throughout the competition. Our Girls Under 18 team won the 3rd prize. Well Done!              

APRIL 2013

Pertandingan Kemahiran Pengakap (KEMBORI)

Peringkat Daerah diadakan pada 10 April 2013 di Tapak Perkhemahan Labu Hilir. Sebanyak 15 buah sekolah telah mengambil bahagian. Seramai 13 orang pengakap telah mengambil bahagian dalam pertandingan kemahiran pengakap. Beberapa acara telah dipertandingkan selama dua hari. Antaranya pertolongan cemas, masakan rimba, ikatan dan sebagainya.

Pasukan sekolah telah muncul sebagai johan keseluruhan di zon Seremban 2. Pasukan pengakap muda mendapat tempat ke tiga dalam pertandingan masakan rimba. Johan bagi acara pertolongan cemas, tempat ke tiga bagi projek perintis. Johan bagi pertandingan tapak perkhemahan. Gan Ren Yi pula dipilih sebagai peserta terbaik dalam kem tersebut.

RENJER PUTERI

Persatuan Pandu Puteri Malaysia, Cawangan Negeri Sembilan telah menganjurkan perkhemahan Cabaran Kepimpinan dan Majlis Pandu Puteri Renjer Negeri Sembilan dari 5 April-7 April 2013, bertempat di Bangunan Pandu Puteri Negeri Sembilan.Dua orang pelajar dari sekolah kita, iaitu; Wong Zi Hui dari 4 Setia dan Chan Cheng Hui dari 4A telah menyertai perkhemahan ini. Dalam aktiviti berkumpulan, kedua-dua pelajar ini berjaya memperolehi kedudukan Naib Johan dalam pertandingan cabaran “Teen Leadership Beyond Excitement”.

DISCIPLINE AND HEALTH WEEK

The Discipline and Health Week which stretched from 8-12 April 2013 was launched by our principal Mr. Thong Kok Chaw. Among the activities for the week was a talk on ‘Dangers of Smoking and AIDS’ on 9 April 2013 by Dr. Mohd. Firdaus bin Ujang from the Seremban Health Centre (Pusat Kesihatan Seremban). Students had a deeper insight of health issues related to smoking hazard. On 10 April 2013, a talk on ‘Imprisonment and Caning’ was given by Mr. Royston Chatterton from the Seremban Prison’s Department. Students were enlightened on the degree and severity of a variety of offences committed by people which are deemed punishable by the law. Pulsating ACS reminds all ACSians that prison life is a harsh and merciless one and to live their lives carefully and prudently.

During the week, a ‘Road Safety Exhibition’ was held at the Methodist Centre where newspaper cuttings and pictures of road casualties and accident victims were exhibited. Students were thrilled when they were allowed to sit on the two traffic motorcycles that were also exhibited there. Student motor cyclists were caught off guard when the traffic police on duty at the exhibition did a spot check on their motorcycles as well as their licences. None of them were remanded although stern warnings were issued on errant motorcyclists. To all ACSians, watch out the next time you ride a motorbike to school! You are being watched!

ENGLISH MATHEMATICS SCIENCE MONTH

The EMS Month was launched by the principal on 8 April 2013 with the theme ‘English Across Discipline’ during the school assembly. In his address Mr. Thong Kok Chaw emphasized on the role of the English Language, Mathematics and Science in every field in today’s fast track life. Students took part in a variety of competitions held throughout the month and a Mathematics & Science Exhibition was also held. Prizes were given away to winners.

STAFF DEVELOPMENT AND ENRICHMENT PROGRAMME

On 10 April 2013, the academic staff of ACS was given an edifying talk by Mr. Franklin Morais, a senior lecturer from HELP University College on ‘Stress Management’. Teachers enjoyed the light moment by de-stressing themselves in some fun filled activities. He also gave teachers new insights on how to avoid and manage stress.

KOLAM COMPETITION

The Tamil Language Society of ACS organised the Kolam competition on 11 April 2013 at the PKK. Response from participants, especially non-Indians, was overwhelming. Students and teachers produced brilliant works of art using coloured rice grains. Winners from the various categories were awarded prizes by the Principal. Pulsating ACS congratulates all winners and the advisor of the society Mdm. Susheela Govindarajoo for a job well done.

STAFF DEVELOPMENT AND ENRICHMENT PROGRAMME

Team volunteers from MAKNA, a non-governmental organisation for Cancer Awareness gave a talk to the ACS academic staff on 13 April 2013 on the rising incidence of cancer amongst Malaysians. Lady teachers were given tips on the self examination of breasts for early detection of breast cancer. The session was both educational and informative to everyone present.

WEDDING BELLS

Pulsating ACS congratulates

1) Mdm. Nadia bt. Ramli on the occasion of her marriage on 9th December 2012.

2) Mr. Khahirul Amri bin Senin who tied the knot on 7th March 2013.

3) Mdm. Maimunah bt Ismail on the occasion of her son’s marriage on 24th March 2013.

4) Mdm. Khamsiah bt Mohd Nasir whose son married on 27th January 2013.

5) Mdm. Ong Geok Mooi whose son married on 19th January 2013.

6) Madam Khadijah bt Saad on the occasion of her marriage on 3 May 2013.

NEGERI SEMBILAN SECONDARY SCHOOLS THEATRE COMPETITION 2013

SMK Methodist (ACS) was chosen to organise the Negeri Sembilan Secondary Schools Theatre Competition 2013 with the collaboration of the Negeri Sembilan Education Department (JPNS) and the Negeri Sembilan Culture and Arts Department (JKKN). The Competition was held on 18 April 2013 at the JKKN Auditorium. A total of 9 schools took part in this competition. Our school was awarded the Silver Award (Anugerah Perak) for our presentation entitled ‘Hilang Taring’. One of our students, Melissa Kelvin Razaleigh was awarded the ‘Best Supporting Actress’ from our team of 10 actors/actresses and 5 production crew. Winners’ awards and prizes were given away by the Director of Education Negeri Sembilan, Puan Hajah Kalsom bt Khalid who also officiated the closing ceremony. Pulsating ACS congratulates them and their advisors Madam Hanimah bt. Nawawi and Madam Nadiah bt. Ramli for a job well done.

MEI 2013 

Teachers’ Day Celebration

This year’s school level Teachers’ Day Celebration was held on 23-05-2013, which was the last day of the Mid-year Examination. Although the celebration was scaled down, a special assembly with the traditional singing of the Teachers Day song was kept and friendly matches & games between teachers and students were held. The principal in his key address reinstated the role of teachers in moulding young lives and bringing about transformation in their mind set. Teachers were feted to a simple meal thereafter.

JUN 2013

Laporan Sambutan Hari Koperasi Peringkat Sekolah

Sambutan Hari Koperasi SMK Methodist diadakan mulai dari 24 Jun hingga 27 Jun 2013. Aktiviti- aktiviti yang dijalankan sempena Hari Koperasi ialah perhimpunan mingguan, nyanyian lagu koperasi “Semangat Koperasi” , bacaan perutusan, penanaman pokok bunga oleh pengetua selaku Pengerusi Koperasi, edaran tanda peringatan, perlantikan AJK Jualan sesi 2013/2014, Anugerah Koperator Terbaik Pelajar Lelaki, Anugerah Koperator Terbaik Pelajar Perempuan, Pameran Produk Koperasi sempena Pameran Seni dan Hasil Alam Semulajadi. Saudara Teh Jian Zhi telah dianugerahkan sebagai Koperator Terbaik Pelajar Lelaki, manakala saudari Loh Xue Wei pun telah dianugerahkan sebagai Koperator Terbaik Pelajar Perempuan.

Konvensyen Pembudayaan Keusahawanan peringkat sekolah telah berlangsung pada 3 Julai 2013. Pasukan “Produk Koperasi Sekolah Generasi ke-5” telah muncul sebagai johan dengan produknya, Sarung Ilmu. Manakala, pasukan “Gorgeous Girls” telah muncul sebagai naib johan dengan produknya,“Gorgeous Rossy Multipurpose Bookmark”. Pasukan yang mendapat tempat ketiga ialah pasukan “Sparkling Girls” dengan produknya, “Bottle Charms”.

Pertandingan Kemahiran Pengakap Peringkat Negeri (JUASSEH)

Pertandingan ini telah diadakan pada 21 Jun 2013 hingga 24 Jun 2013, bertempat di Kem Rimba Ilmu, Negeri Sembilan. Pasukan pengakap SMK Methodist (ACS) yang terdiri daripada 16 ahli pengakap telah mengambil bahagian dalam pertandingan tersebut.Pasukan pengakap SMK Methodist (ACS) telah berjaya memenangi beberapa anugerah. Antara pencapaian untuk Pengakap Remaja ialah naib johan untuk pertandingan kawad kaki, tempat ketiga untuk pertolongan cemas.Untuk Pengakap Muda pula, berjaya menjadi naib johan untuk aktiviti Malam Kebudayaan, naib johan untuk kawad kaki dan tempat ketiga untuk pertolongan cemas.

Pertandingan Kuiz UUKA – Peringkat Daerah Seremban

Pertandingan ini diadakan pada 15hb Jun 2013, bertempat di Akademi Latihan BSMM. Pasukan Sekolah kita terdiri daripada:

Chin Wen Shen

Tristan Chang

Bee Swen Ywen

April Chaw Liang Yin

Pasukan sekolah berjaya muncul sebagai johan dalam pertandingan ini. Saudari Chin Wen Shen telah muncul sebagai peserta terbaik dalam pertandingan ini.

Pertandingan Kuiz UUKA – Peringkat Negeri

Pertandingan ini diadakan pada 22hb Jun 2013, bertempat di Akademi Latihan BSMM.

Pasukan Sekolah kita terdiri daripada:

Chin Wen Shen

Tristan Chang

Bee Swen Ywen

April Chaw Liang Yin

Pasukan sekolah berjaya muncul sebagai johan dalam pertandingan ini. Saudara Tristan Chang telah muncul sebagai peserta terbaik dalam pertandingan ini.

Perkhemahan BSMM Seremban 1 & 2

Perkhemahan ini telah berlangsung dari 17 hingga 18 Jun 2013 dan bertempat di Agro Park, Rantau. Pasukan sekolah terdiri daripada saudari Chui Jia Ning, saudara Lee Zhi Cheng dan saudara Justin Lim. Saudari Chui Jia Ning telah muncul sebagai johan dalam Pertandingan Pertolongan Cemas dan pertandingan Gajet. Dia juga muncul sebagai Peserta Perempuan Terbaik. Saudara Justin Lim pula telah memenangi tempat ketiga dalam Pertandingan Pertolongan cemas. Manakala naib johan dimenangi oleh Saudara Lee Zhi Cheng dalam pertandingan Kawad Kaki.

Anugerah BSMM Peringkat Kebangsaan 2013

Anugerah BSMM Peringkat Kebangsaan telah diadakan pada 29 Jun 2013 di Istana Hinggap Seremban. Anugerah tersebut disampaikan oleh DYMM Yang DiPertua Besar. Seramai 10 ahli BSMM SMK Methodist ACS telah menerima anugerah ini. Pingat Jasa Terpuji telah dianugerahkan kepada saudari Chong Heng May, saudari Tan Zuanne, saudari Yap Zuoo Chi, saudari Lee Wen Jeng, saudari Lim Chee Yun, saudari Chin Wen Shen, saudari Loh Xue Wei dan saudari Wong Li Yen. Sijil Kepujian pula dianugerahkan kepada saudari Lee Shu Qi dan Saudari Lee Chin Thing.

Laporan Pengelolaan Perkhemahan Perdana Unit Unifom SMK Methodist ( ACS) 2013

Perkhemahan Perdana SMK Methodist (ACS) telah diadakan pada 14 Jun hingga 15 Jun 2013, bertempat di sekolah. Perkhemahan tersebut berlangsung selama 2 hari,iaitu dari Jumaat hingga Sabtu. Perkhemahan ini melibatkan semua badan beruniform yang berdaftar seperti Kadet Polis, Renjer Puteri. Pandu Puteri, Pengakap, Bulan Sabit Merah Malaysia, Kadet Remaja, Puteri Islam, dan Boys‘ & Girls‘ Brigade. Program perkhemahan ini dianjurkan bertujuan untuk melahirkan generasi muda yang seimbang dari segi jasmani, rohani, emosi dan intelek.

Program Perkhemahan Perdana bukan sahaja dapat mencungkil bakat dan potensi dalam diri pelajar, juga dapat memupuk semangat kerja berpasukan dan sifat kepimpinan yang cemerlang. Dengan adanya perkhemahan ini, dapatlah pelajar mengetahui akan kepentingan sifat bekerjasama antara satu sama lain di samping hidup berdikari. Perkhemahan ini telah dijalankan dengan jayanya dan mendapat sokongan dan kerjasama daripada pelajar-pelajar. Seterusnya telah mencapai objektif perkhemahan ini. Kebanyakan pelajar-pelajar gembira dengan perkhemahan ini dan berharap mereka dapat mengikuti aktiviti ini pada tahun-tahun akan datang. Pihak pengelola amat menghargai segala bantuan daripada semua pihak termasuklah Pihak Pengurusan SMK Methodist ACS, guru-guru, pelajar-pelajar serta ibu bapa serta mereka yang terlibat secara langsung atau tidak langsung dalam menjayakan Perkhemahan Perdana Unit Uniform SMK Methodist ACS 2013 ini.

Dreams Come True

The Principal’s and the Senior Assistant (I)’s aspiration to set up a school Audio Visual Room and a Music Room was realized beginning June 2013 when ground works for the mega projects began.

The projects, targeted for completion by October 2013 will complete the school’s infrastructure. Teaching and learning will be geared to new heights with the screening of films and videos in a comfortable learning environment. Students too will be able to practice music in a more spacious room with added facilities. This indeed is the final frontier for ACS as we lack precious land space for developments. Well done to our Principal and Senior Assistant 1 who dared to dream big.

Art, Craft And Natural Resources Exhibition

This exhibition which aimed at unveiling students’ creativity, handicraft skills and photography talents was held on 27-06-2013 at the Methodist Centre.

The event was jointly organized by the school Art & Craft and Geography panels.A variety of students’ exhibits as well as products from natural resources, photography and pictures of nature were exhibited. The principal, who officiated the event and the senior assistant were later presented individual portrait of themselves, drawn by Mr. Redzuan bin Abdul Aziz.

Poetry Recitation And Story Telling Competition

This competition, organized by the English Language Panel was held on 19-06-2013 for the Form Remove, One and Two students with the objective of opening the doors of opportunity for students to discover and sharpen their oratory and public speaking skills whilst discovering the depth and beauty of the English Language through poetry. Students enjoyed this competition while the audience marveled at their talents. The principal gave away prizes to winners from different categories.

Excellent Service Award

The ACS community extends its congratulatory wishes to the Senior Assistant 1, Madam Chuan Teik Mei for being awarded the Excellent Service Award by the Ministry of Education. The award includes a Certificate and a Bank Simpanan Nasional Bond. This award is not only a personal achievement for Madam Chuan but an added accolade for ACS which has been put on the same pedestal as other renowned schools throughout Malaysia. Well done Madam Chuan!

National Secondary Schools Theatre Competition 2013

On 28-06-2013, our multi talented and versatile theatre actress, Melissa Kelvin Razaleigh represented Negeri Sembilan in the National Secondary Schools Theatre Competition 2013, organized by the Ministry of Education Malaysia, in Kangar, Perlis. She was awarded the Anugerah Emas for her performance in Bangsawan Muzikal (Malay royal court musical performance) ACSians are proud of her as she was one of the selected few who represented NSDK at the national level. Well done Melissa!

State Level Chinese Language Writing Competition

In the State Level Chinese Language Writing Competition organised by the Negeri Sembilan Teo Chew Society, three of our students won convincingly in all the categories that they took part in. Annie Lau Leiyen and Winnie Hooi Lei Mei emerged as the champion and 1st runner up respectively, in the writing category. Choong Yong Chee was the 1st runner up for both the writing and calligraphy categories. Well done!

JULAI 2013

Malam Unggun Api

Pada 6 Julai 2013, pasukan pengakap SMK Methodist (ACS) telah mengadakan unggun api bertemakan “Passion To Excel”. Aktiviti ini disambut pada setiap tahun. Aktiviti ini turut diambil bahagian oleh wakil pengakap dari sekolah-sekolah lain.Aktiviti ini dirasmikan oleh Pengetua Cemerlang SMK Methodist (ACS). Pelbagai persembahan telah disediakan oleh ahli pasukan pengakap sekolah. Aktiviti ini telah berjalan dengan lancar dan jayanya.  

Pada 23 March 2013, pasukan pengakap SMK Methodist (ACS) telah mengadakan perjumpaan bulanan di tapak bola keranjang sekolah. Ahli pengakap dari semua tingkatan telah bersama – sama berkumpul. Antara aktiviti yang dijalankan adalah seperti mengemaskan bilik pengakap dan kawad kaki. Selain itu, pasukan pengakap SMK Methodist (ACS) telah menjalankan latihan fizikal.

Gotong Royong

A massive spring cleaning was carried out in the whole school on 12-07-2013 in preparation for Parents’ Open Day. Students and teachers worked vigorously while having fun. Lessons resumed at 8.10 AM.

Briefing On Discipline

On 16-07-2013 and 26-07-2013, the school Disciplinary Board held short briefings on school discipline for ACS male students. It is hoped that with such awareness of the importance of self-discipline, the school discipline problems will eventually be curbed.

Health Care

ACS Form 3 female students were given the ‘Anti Tetanus’ injection from 19-22 July 2013 at the school library. It is hoped that such health care privileges given by the Ministry of Health will help students stay healthy and fit.

Negeri Sembilan Wushu Championship

The Negeri Sembilan State level Wushu Championship for secondary schools was organised by the Negeri Sembilan Chin Woo Athletic Association. Our student, Lam Pei Moon emerged as the 1st runner-up in the championship. Kudos to her.

Massive Rewiring Of The School

A massive re-wiring of the entire secondary school blocks have been carried out beginning July 2013. It is hoped that with this new wiring, the ACS community will enjoy a smooth power supply without breakdowns and blackouts.

Trial Examinations And School Final Examinations

Form 3 – 29 Jul 2013 – 02 Aug 2013

Form 5 – 26 Aug 2013 – 11 Sept 2013

Form 4 – 8 – 25 Oct 2013

Form 2 – 21-25 Oct 2013

Form 1 – 21-25 Oct 2013

Form Remove – 22-25 Oct 2013

Appointment Of Senior Librarians For 2013/14 Session

Appointment of a new committee of librarians comprising present Form 4 students was held in a brief ceremony during the school assembly on 22-07-2013. The principal presented these new librarians with a special badge to signify their new roles.

Career Guidance Exhibition

A career guidance exhibition was held on 18-07-2013 at the Pusat Kegiatan Kokurikulum. This exhibition was relevant and informative to all Form 5 students who will be leaving school at the end of the year. Students were updated on courses available as well as current job market trends. Career guidance experts and counselors were at hand to guide students to make right choices.

Co-Curricular Annual General Meetings

The Co-Curricular AGMs were held from 7.30am – 8.05am on the following dates:

17-07-2013 – Uniform Units.

18-07-2013 – Clubs and Societies.

19-07-2013 – Sports Clubs and Games.

Students nominated their new leaders and committee members during these meetings. Classes resumed to normal thereafter.

University of New South Wales English Test

The UNSW English Test was held at the school library on 16-07-2013. A total of 40 candidates, including 2 external candidates from SMK Chan Wa sat for this test. These candidates ranged from Form One to Form Five students. We hope that exposure to such high profile English Tests will equip students with greater confidence to face new global challenges and the mastery of the English Language.

Senior Librarians Step Down

The Form 5 school librarians officially stepped down from their library duties on 15-07-2013.

In a brief ceremony during the school assembly, they were awarded certificates by our principal. Outstanding and committed librarians were given special awards.

Down Memory Lane

On 15-07-2013, a former teacher of ACS set foot on ACS soil after a long absence. Mrs. Ng Shin Koy who taught in ACS for 36 years, retired in 1974 and now resides in Australia. She was visibly happy to see the remarkable transformation that ACS has undergone. We wish her good health and happy memories. 

A Star Is Born

ACS celebrates the new squash queen in our midst, Ooi Kah Yan.

Among her many achievements and accolades are:

                          Championships                                                                    Achievement

MSSNS Squash Championship 2013                                                         Champion

The Tunku Naquiyuddin Challenge Trophy.                                                Third

CIMB National Junior Circuit 1st leg                                                             Second

MSSM 2013                                                                                                        Third

CIMB National Junior Circuit 2nd leg                                                            Champion

CIMB National Junior Circuit Grand Final                                                    Champion

CIMB National Junior Girls Under 13 Overall Championship                 Overall Champion

Milo All Star International Junior Squash Championship 2013              Third

PBA 11th Penang Malaysian Junior Open 2013                                        Champion

Asian Junior Individual Championship 2013                                             Champion

HEAD Hong Kong Junior Squash Open 2013                                           1st Runner-Up

TC Malaysian National Championship 2013                                             Champion

The ACS community is proud of you, Ooi! Keep the victory flag flying.

Parents’ Open Day

On 13-07-2013, ACS held its Open Day for parents and class teachers to sit together and discuss their children’s academic progress and other school issues. Many parents turned up with much anxiety and anticipation. Amicable discussions were held on issues pertaining to students’ academic and co-curricular performances. The day ended well with relieved parents looking happy and satisfied.

Annual School Sports

The Annual School Sports, was held on 08-07-2013 at the Tuanku Abdul Rahman Stadium, Paroi, Seremban. The event culminated the months of house practice held at SRJK © San Min, Seremban. The principal officiated the ceremony. Students as well as teachers had fun during the event. The champion sports house this year was Bowmar while Jones was the best dressed in the march past event.

ACSOSA – Excellent And Needy Students Cash Aid

Students who performed excellently in public & school exams and financially needy students were given cash aid by the President of the ACS Old Students’ Association, Miss Rebecca Beckus. It is hoped that such financial assistance and reward would spur our students to excel further.

Full Attendance To School

On 02-07-2013, students with full attendance track record were given KFC vouchers worth RM10.00 each during the school assembly. Our principal praised these students for being role models to other students, especially to those with high absenteeism rate. Pulsating ACS congratulates these students.

Installation Of The Head Prefect And Assistants

The Head Prefect and Assistant Head Prefects for 2013/14 were installed in a brief ceremony during the school assembly on 01-07-2013 with the simultaneous stepping down of the Form 5 prefects. Kanagaprabhu s/o Kanagambaram took the helm as Head Prefect assisted by Tristan Chang Jun Han and Annie Lau Leiyen as Assistant 1 and 2 respectively. Pulsating ACS congratulates them and extends its gratitude and well wishes to the outgoing Form 5 Prefects.

OGOS 2013

Wedding Bells

Pulsating ACS congratulates Miss Zunaizah bt Yahya and Miss Nazariah bt Sulaiman on the occasion of their wedding on 11-08-2013 and 08-09-2013 respectively.

Malaysia Day Celebration

The month long Independence Day and Malaysia Day Celebration at the school level was launched by the principal on 23-08-2013 during a special assembly and was officially declared close on Friday, 13-09-2013, also during a special assembly. Students turned up in colourful regalia which heightened the closing ceremony. Patriotic songs were sung by both teachers and students while they waved little flags, adding fun to the celebration. Classes resumed to normal thereafter.

Form One English Diagnostic Test

This test was held simultaneously for all Form One students on 28-08-2013 from both the morning and afternoon sessions. Students’ performance in this test will allow teachers to set them according to their potentials.

SEPTEMBER 2013

Retired

ACSians bade farewell to Puan Hajah Siti Zaleha bt Ayob on the occasion of her retirement on 20-09-2013. In a brief assembly, Pn Zaleha was given a grand farewell by the principal, senior assistant 1, the administrative staff, the afternoon session teachers and students amidst pomp & splendor. Best wishes to you and stay healthy Puan Zaleha.

Solat Hajat And Motivation Programme

Muslim students of ACS had a special programme of blessings and motivation for their upcoming exams on 21-09-2013. They were also feted to a belated Hari Raya fest on the same day. Our Muslims teachers ensured the smooth flow of the event. The Senior Assistant 1joined them for lunch in the canteen thereafter.

Senior Prefects’ Farewell Function

The Form 5 prefects were given a farewell ‘brunch’ by the prefectural board to commemorate their services to the school. The occasion which was graced by our principal and attended by some teachers, was held at the Royal Bintang Hotel on 21-09-2013. Everyone enjoyed themselves to a good spread of food as they relaxed and watched some of the prefects display their talents on stage.              

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