14th February 2009 will be forever remembered by all Victorians not because it was Valentine's Day, but it was because Victoria Institution was proclaimed as a National Heritage by the Malaysian Government.
Y.B. Dato' Seri Haji Mohd Shafie bin Haji Apdal, Minister of Culture, Arts, Heritage and Unity (who is also a Victorian - batch of 1976) officiated the event with much pomp and pageantry, amidst full media coverage.
To the pleasure and delight of all present and past Victorians, he announced that our school's name would revert to Victoria Institution, and not the former "SMK Victoria". Three rounds of the famous V.I. clap ensued immediately. This was the day when many Victorians, including guests, met and mingled with each other. Some had not met each other for ages.
Now, there are plans to get V.I. back on track to its former glory. All of you are invited to participate in this process in any way you like, be it financial and material contributions, sponsorships, ideas, energy, effort or time. To all Victorians, what better way to show your love to the school by making it Malaysia's best school.
Viva Victoria!
Monday, February 23, 2009
14th February 2009 - A Day to Remember
Friday, February 20, 2009
Victorians' Back to School 2009 Gathering
Calling out to all Victorians!
VIOBA is organizing a get-together at the school this February 28, 2009 (Saturday). This gathering will be perfect for all who have not visited the school for some time. Bring your wife, bring your kids, bring your friends and loved one.
Details are as follows:
When: Saturday, 28 February 2009
Time: 2.00pm till late
Where: VIOBA Clubhouse
Some of the activities in place:
- Tour of the school (that's if you've forgotten how your school looks like! Or show your loved ones your beloved school)
- Q & A session between present and old Victorians
- Swimming (so don't forget to bring those trunks!)
- BBQ Dinner organized by former VI Rugby players (only at RM20.00 per pax)
For further inquiries, please contact Mr. Mohd. Rashdan Abd. Rashid (VIOBA Asst. Hon. Secretary & VIOBA Foundation board member) at 012-2055296 or 013-2945096.
Friday, February 6, 2009
Shell Malaysia Scholarship
If any of your children or relatives might like to apply, please go online at: http://www.shell.com.my/. The closing date is 31 March 2009.
Thursday, January 29, 2009
National Heritage Proclamation
Good news to all Victorians! Victoria Institution will be proclaimed as a National Heritage along with 38 others nationwide. All of you are invited to attend the proclamation ceremony as follows:
Date: 14 February, 2009 (Saturday)
Time: 9.30 a.m.
Place: Victoria Institution, Kuala Lumpur
This event will be attended by the Heritage Commissioner and the Minister of Heritage, Unity, Cultural and Arts, YB Dato’ Seri Haji Mohd Shafie Bin Haji Apdal, who is also an old VI boy (batch of 1976).
While the organizers could only allocate 200 Victorians to be seated in the school hall, around 500 Victorians are expected to watch the proceedings live on close circuit TV (CCTV) at the quadrangle. Therefore, this is the perfect time to organize batch gatherings and reunions on that day. Catering is available by request.
For more details, and to get your personal official invitation, please contact Mohd Rashdan Abdul Rashid (VIOBA Asst Hon Secretary) at 012-2055 296 or 013-294 5096.
On 1st February 2009, The Star newspaper will be featuring a two-page pull-out on historical Malaysian schools, including the Victoria Institution.”
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
VIOBA Canterbury Stripes for Sale
To all VIOBA members, we have 13 pieces of VIOBA Canterbury Stripes Jerseys up for grabs. The sizes available are as follows:
Small (S) - 1 piece
Medium (M) - 4 pieces
Large (L) - 4 pieces
Extra Large (XL) - 2 pieces
Double Extra Large (XXL) - 2 pieces
Selling price per piece is RM275. These are all limited edition jerseys so get them NOW!
For more details, please call Raja Syamsul @ 012 211 1789
