Dear PENABUR Intercultural Secondary School Tanjung Duren Community,
As your new principal, I am incredibly excited and humbled to extend a heartfelt welcome to each of you as we embark on a new academic year. The theme, “A Fresh Start: Growing Together in Faith and Learning,” perfectly encapsulates the spirit of optimism and shared purpose that I believe will define our journey ahead.
My personal vision for PENABUR Intercultural Secondary School is to see every student reach their maximum potential. This isn’t just about academic achievement, though that is certainly important. It’s about providing a truly well-rounded education where both students and teachers can grow in faith and learning. I believe that true education nurtures the whole person, equipping them not just with knowledge, but with character, resilience, and a deep sense of purpose.
A fresh start is precisely that—a new hope, a fresh beginning. It’s a chance to shed what no longer serves us, embrace new challenges, and look forward with renewed enthusiasm. This year, let’s seize this opportunity to grow together, hand in hand, towards our shared goal of reaching our maximum potential. We are a community, and by working together, we can achieve remarkable things.
My hope for our students is that each will develop spiritually, physically, and mentally. May you discover new passions, deepen your understanding, and develop into compassionate, critical thinkers who are ready to make a positive impact on the world.
I look forward to partnering with our committed teachers. Let’s pledge to put forth our greatest effort to guide the next generation. Your dedication, passion, and guidance are invaluable, and together, we can create an environment where every student feels supported, challenged, and inspired to excel.
Most importantly, my deepest hope is that everyone in the PENABUR community—students, teachers, and staff alike—will grow in faith and experience the love of Jesus within our community. The core of our spirituality truly links us together and gives our actions purpose.
I look forward to an inspiring and fruitful academic year filled with growth, discovery, and shared success.
Author: Sherly Kalatting,
Principal,
PENABUR Intercultural Secondary School Tanjung Duren