SP kindergarten-open day, cleansing ceremony and family environmental protection creativity contest

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Hong Yew Chye

To commemorate the completion of the new extension of the SP kindergarten, a cleansing ceremony and a family creativity contest was held during the branch’s open day on the 20th Dec.( sat). The response from the public was very encouraging as the hall was full to the brink.

Ven Zhen Ru led the cleansing ceremony at 9.30am.with the chanting of the cleansing mantra , the Great compassion sutra, the heart sutra and sprinkling of the blessed water in the new extension. A short dharma talk by Ven. Zhen Ru followed.
Ven. Zhen Ru explained that Than Hsiang kindergarten is now venturing into residential areas to be more well placed to serve the public . The new extension comprises seven new classrooms, providing a more conducive environment with improved facilities. He also thanked the parents for their understanding and cooperation during the construction stage. He also elaborated the four convictions of Than Hsiang and its core activities of welfare, education, environmental protection and spiritual cultivation.

The family creativity contest involving the creative utilization of recycled materials began immediately after the Dharma lecture. The main objective of the contest is to promote an awareness of the importance of environmental protection while stimulating the creativity and enhancing cooperation of the family members. The contest was open to all kindergarten and primary school students and divided into two categories namely Group A (5-8yrs) and Group B (9-12 yrs). Each team consisted of three members, inclusive of parents.

Materials used for the contest were used papers, metal cans, plastic and natural materials suitable for handy craft. The time allocated was one and half hour with Mr. Tan Ke Chi as the judge. The criteria for the winning entries will be based on creativity, aesthetic appeal, and practicality.

The winners of the contest were as followed:
1st prize: Tan Yi Suan (entry-picture frame)
2nd prize: Lim Lay Ming (entry-Christmas tree, snowman and house)
3RD prize: Lau Sim Jo (entry- Christmas tree)
Consolation: Kor Kun Jin (entry- Airplane).

The open day had attracted many parents who had brought their children to view the center’s environment. Than Hsiang takes pride for implementing a creative and stimulating concept of teaching which inculcate a healthy learning attitude; which will children to appreciate the cultures of our multi-ethnic society. We also supplement the regular school curriculum with Buddhist teaching of the “ten meritorious deeds” and “Heart sutra” which help to cultivate values such as filial piety towards one’s parents and respect for elders.

Besides classroom study, Than Hsiang Kindergarten also regularly organize activities
such as excursion, holiday camp, birthday celebration, parent day celebration , Buddha day celebration, mid-autumn festival, graduation ceremony and many other contests.
We also provide sand play compound, mini swimming pool and appropriate play ground facilities.
Registration are now open for 3 yrs to 6 yrs old.( born in yr 2003 to 2006).
Tel: 604-4221184
Address: 821 Jalan BJP 3/16, Bandar Puteri Jaya, 08000 Sungai Petani, Kedah.

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