Y Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Dear 2E2,
It's exactly one more month before the exams commence. When Mdm Chin and I were looking through your CA marks yesterday, we were really wondering what we could do so that you guys will know how important or how crucial the tests and exams are. I believe you all know the importance and how it'll play a part in your choosing to go to a good class or doing the subjects you want, but it is not reflected in your results. How many of you can say for sure that you've studied your best for the CA and the tests given and that you're very satisfied with your results?
Some of your classmates have made marked improvements. From failing maths and especially doing badly in Science, to passing and even getting 60+ for the subjects. I'm not saying that the 60+ score is excellent, but it's an improvement, and that matters. Those who have done relatively well, do not be complacent. Push yourself to greater heights and see yourself excel even further.
Class, NOTHING is impossible. It boils down to how much you want it. You have 1 more month. It's neither too early nor too late to begin clarifying your doubts with your teachers. For those who think it's more effective and fruitful to form study groups (like what some of your friends are already doing, meeting at night at the community centre study room to do revision), arrange to meet up during the Sept hols. However, if you think that you'd be tempted to talk, gossip and not doing anything useful in groups, then please do your self-study at home. Please be very disciplined during this period. Every moment from now counts and can make a difference in your grades.
I hope that you get the message from the teachers. Seize the moment, and not wait till the very last minute to burn the midnght oil.
Remember this, "Winners are not those who never fail, winners are those who NEVER QUIT"
Believing in you,
Your FT