Ong Min Yi

Pei Tong has given me a conducive environment and opportunities to succeed, learn new skills, as well as make new friends. 

Back when I was in Primary 3, initially I wanted to join badminton as a CCA.  Unfortunately, I later discovered that I had asthma and hence the chance to join badminton was gone.

My passion for Erhu grew and led me to take extra lessons outside school. Later, I even applied for Direct School Admission to Nan Hua High through playing the Erhu to further my passion in this instrument in secondary school. 

Pei Tong has offered many different platforms to showcase our raw talents and interests too. For example, the yearly “Pei Tong’s Got Talent” contest organised by the Parent Support Group was the most highly anticipated event for students. I fondly remembered my younger sister and I were fortunate to be able to pass the numerous auditions and took part in the finals which we eventually emerged as champion. These events have helped to build up confidence in students in their area of interest.

Throughout primary school, I was a quiet student who was afraid of public speaking and was low in confidence. Despite being someone who was just in the background, my form teacher Mr Liow selected me as a junior prefect in Primary 3. He probably saw the potential in me which I was not aware of. 

Their guidance was instrumental in my journey as they taught me to step up, show initiative, and develop leadership and organising skills so as to be able to work well in a team. 

The guidance and opportunities that have been offered by my teachers certainly developed my character in my formative years. My teachers were caring and highly involved in ensuring the students’ development. Without these opportunities and guidance that the school has offered in its nurturing environment, I would not have been the person that I am today.