SMJK Chan Wa in Seremban is set for a major upgrade with a RM1 million donation for a new four-storey building featuring modern classrooms and a library
SETIA ALAM: SMJK Chan Wa in Seremban, Negeri Sembilan, will soon see a major infrastructure upgrade after receiving a RM1 million donation to support the construction of a new four-storey building, which will house modern classrooms and a library.
Speaking at the mock-cheque presentation yesterday, Transport Minister Anthony Loke hailed the contribution as a prime example of private sector support for education.
He said the funds would significantly aid the school in expanding its facilities.
“I would like to thank Tan Sri Dr Lim Wee Chai for his generosity and also Tan Sri Vincent Tan for contributing to Chan Wa School.
“This is a substantial and meaningful donation that will help the school build a new facility.”
Also present at the ceremony were University of Cyberjaya pro chancellor Tan Sri Datuk Dr R. Palan, Sports Toto Bhd chairman Datuk Seri Robin Tan and SMJK Chan Wa Board of Governors chairman Datuk Oh Kok Khim.
“Every sen spent to upgrade our education facilities is an investment in our future and in the next generation,” Loke added, emphasising that education is crucial for long-term stability and peace in a world increasingly marked by conflict and uncertainty.
For Top Glove Malaysia executive chairman Tan Sri Dr Lim Wee Chai, the donation responds to the school’s growing enrolment demand, a reflection of public confidence in its academic standards despite limited space and resources.
“SMJK Chan Wa is a well-established school with strong academic and co-curricular results.
“The demand to enter the school remains high every year, which tells us one thing: people trust the school.”
Lim described this as a “good problem,” signalling growth that requires ongoing support to expand facilities.
“With strong demand come some limitations in space and resources.
“But these are good problems, just like in business.
“It means the school is doing something right and needs support to grow further.
“The contribution is not just about constructing a physical space, it is about creating new opportunities,” Lim said, adding that education lays the foundation for students to thrive and reach their potential.
He also highlighted the importance of lifelong learning, describing work as a continuous learning process.
“The mindset of continuous growth is what we hope to instil in students.
“It is captured in a motto I always follow: ‘Must Know, Must Do, Must Teach’,” he said.
He also spoke about five key life principles – education, discipline, wealth, time and health – underscoring that consistent practice of the simple principles could make a profound difference over time.
He expressed hope that the donation would enable SMJK Chan Wa to continue providing quality education and nurturing students who contribute positively to society and the nation.
