St. Michael's Secondary School

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St. Michael's secondary school
St.MikeSchLogo.jpg
Location
Sandakan
,
Sabah

Malaysia
Information
TypeSecondary school
MottoMeliora Sequimur
Contohilah Teladan Yang Baik
Established5 October 1888
FounderRev. William Henry Elton
PrincipalMr. Leong Kwok Cheong
GradesBridge Class – Form Five
Enrollmentaround 1159
AffiliationsParish of St. Michael and All Angels
WebsiteOfficial Website, Sabah Edu.net, Blogspot, Facebook

St. Michael's Secondary School is a dual session secondary school located in the city of Sandakan, state of Sabah, East Malaysia. It is located at the foot of Elton Hill which is at the hub of the city on the Churches Road. The school was established on 5 October 1888, making it one of the oldest schools in Sandakan.

History[]

St. Michael's Secondary School is a part of the Anglican Diocese of Sabah. The development of Anglican Church schools was inspired by foreign settlers to provide education to their children.

St. Michael's was founded in 1888 by the late Rev. William Henry Elton. At first, there were two students in the school, who taught Elton Malay language and Chinese language. In exchange, Elton taught them English.

After World War II St. Michael's collapsed, but the school was rebuilt using donations from people around the district.

St. Michael's is divided into two sections. The new building consists of five floors including washroom, staffroom, science laboratories, IT lab, library and classrooms. The other part of the school includes classrooms, Canteen A and surau (a small place of worship for Muslims). Canteen B is located in front of the Canteen A. Between the two buildings, there is an open place for outdoor activities. In addition, there is Elton Square on the ground floor of the new building.

Principals[]

# Principal’s name Year of service
1 The Rev. William Henry Elton 1888–1892
2 H. J. Edney 1893–1894
3 George Mathew 1895
4 The Rev. William Henry Elton 1895–1901
5 Mr. Henry Elton 1901–1913
6 The Rev. William Henry Elton 1913–1914
7 The Rev. Robert Jack Hitchcock 1915–1918[1]
8 Mr. L. E. Currey No record
9 Mr. A. N. Ellis No record
10 W. T. Keble No record
11 D. S. Harrison No record
12 The Rev. Stanley Milne Collier 1927-1928[2]
13 B. J. Sole No record
14 The Rev. James Paisley 1933-1934[3]
15 The Rev. Herbert Cutler 1934-1938[4]
16 The Rev. Reuben Henthorne 1938[5]
17 The Rev. Peter Henry Herbert Howes 1938-1940[6]
18 Mr. Fu Yun Fatt 1946–1947
19 The Rev. Jack Sparrow 1947–1948
20 The Rev. Norman Cecil Brown 1948–1949
21 Fong Chung Fui (Acting) 1950–1951
22 Kenneth Douglas Franklin 1951–1955
23 John Brummell 1956–1965
24 Thien Thau Khiong 1965–1970
25 Vun Foh Foh 1970–1987
26 Tung Yow Choi 1988–1994
27 Mr. Ronnie Khoo 1994–1996
28 Dr. Edward Miku Tionsu 1996–1998
29 Mr. Henley Liew Yun Ye 1998–2003
30. Mr. Lee Poh Chin 2003–2005
31. Mr. Koh Kim Whatt 2006–2009
31. Mr. Leong Kwok Cheong 2009–present

School anthem[]

Upon the crest of Elton Hill,
 The old St. Michael's School remains;
 Here youth are trained with zeal and will,
 That all may drill their youthful brains.
   * Oh, hail! St. Michael's School,
      The seat of light and truth;
      Around thy wisdom pool,
      Sing we the song of youth.
Thy fame spreads far beyond the seas,
 Of Borneo, the isle of bliss;
 Advance thy work and never cease
 To serve mankind with naught amiss.
Ye sons and maids of Sandakan,
 Uphold thy alma mater dear;
 Spread wide the truth and join the van,
 To fight all evils without fear.

Facilities and buildings[]

Elton Square[]

Located on the crest of Elton Hill, next to the World's Heritage, is St. Michael and All Angels' Church, the oldest stone structure in Sabah. It has two academic buildings, a cafeteria, and a multi-purpose court. Legacy Block is a 2-storey wooden building with classrooms, a hall, a cooperation store and a utility room. Another academic building is a 6-storey concrete building leaning on the crest of Elton Hill. It consists of five laboratories, the staff office, the principal's office, a library, an auditorium, a skill training workshop, a kitchen workshop, an art centre, a dental clinic, a book storage room, and a sport equipment storage room.

Other features[]

  • The Botanical Garden was created by the "Environment Lovers' Club", has been demolished to secure the Legacy Block.
  • The Heliconia Garden is a row of flowers planted by the "Environment Lovers' Club" as part of the Elton Hill's beautification project.
  • Michaelean Court is the newest feature of the school for students recess time and will host the new canteen.
  • The Parish Hall is an activity hall lent by the church for school events such as the Graduation Ceremony.

See also[]

References[]

  1. ^ Crockford's Clerical Directory, 1932, p 616.
  2. ^ Crockford's Clerical Directory, 1932, p 59.
  3. ^ Crockford's Clerical Directory, 1973-74, 85th Edition, p 730.
  4. ^ Crockford's Clerical Directory, 1973-74, 85th Edition, p 226.
  5. ^ Crockford's Clerical Directory, 1973-74, 85th Edition, p 431.
  6. ^ "Church Times: "Deaths", 25 April 2003, p 9". Retrieved 7 August 2021.


Coordinates: 5°50′27″N 118°06′45″E / 5.84083°N 118.11250°E / 5.84083; 118.11250

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