Our Year 13 heroes

Some of you may have seen the big, well-designed, bubbly numbers on the wall of the SSC, with the label above; “Last Day of Y13!” This article is a dedication to the approaching graduates of 2025, who have made a lasting impact on their younger peers in KGV. Below you may find messages written by members of the KGV community reflecting on their personal experiences with a soon-to-be graduate!

• A message to Alvin Lam: “My favorite chess club leader, Alvin Lam, is the heart and soul of our team. His passion for chess is contagious, bringing out the best in players at all levels to enhance their skills and enjoy the game. Through hard work and determination, he conducts motivational lessons, fosters a positive environment, and shares strategic expertise that elevates our game to new heights. Alvin's encouragement makes everyone feel valued. Whether guiding beginners or challenging advanced players, his leadership unites us. I'm grateful for his tireless efforts—Lion’s Chess thrives because of him. Thank you Alvin! I really appreciate it.” - Ivan, Y9

• A message to Kate Chen: “Hi Oni!! I hope you like this message because I will miss you to go back home with you from school soon since next Thursday will be the last day which I'll be sad but I hope you can understand and after when you finish school and only for exams I can't wait to only be the one to see you the most but I think Sasha and Anjika will be the most ones as well like me to see you at school or outside of school sometimes when you want to hangout with them or not.” - Little Oni, Y9

• A message to Annabelle Poernomo: “Thank you for being the best house captain in 2024. I hope you have a lovely time in Year 14.” - Chloe, Y9

• A message to Rapunzel Lam: “Rapunzel, you have supported our house soo much! I just want to say I will miss you alot! You are the kindest and thought fullest Y13 I ever met! Even Hailey would! I think you should be house captain. I am wishing you every success in the future. Good luck on your IB exams! I hope you get in to your choice of uni! I hope we will see each other in the future! You are always a part of KGV! Please come back if you have time! Just to meet us? Remember, KGV is just preparation for the society you are going into! I know you will achieve the goals you set yourself! Bye Rapunzel , 有緣再見! :) ❤️” - Chloe, Y7

• A message to Colin Chan: “Colin our house will miss you and we all wish you good luck in your uni” - Kayden, Y9

• A message to Hermine Hubert: “Thanks for being such a kind person who helped with my transition into KGV Crozier will miss you and I hope that you have a wonderful new chapter in your life” - Nikhil, Y7

• A message to Raphael Tse: “Thanks for being mine and Eran’s friend since we both came in to KGV”- Evelyn, Y11

• A message to Kara Williams: “Kara Williams is the person I turn to for advice or just some friendly banter. She provides the reality check that many of us need. At the end of the day, her kindness, generosity, and overall outlook on life are truly remarkable and difficult to express in words. Knowing her for as long as I have has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. Kara, I hope that when life takes you to great heights, you continue to shine just as you always have.” - Tanya, Y12

• A message to Steph Chong: “Steph, you will always be an important figure in my life. I will forever be grateful for your unconditional love, support, and guidance, which will be treasured greatly in my heart. I love you to the moon and back, and I wish you nothing but the brightest stars in your future.” - Isabella, Y12 

• A message to Kavish Khemka: “Thank you for all of your help with every problem I’ve had, and thank you for all the support you have given me over the course of my 3 years at KGV. From admitting me into CE ambassadors to helping me stand a chance at winning my competitions. Your support is immensely appreciated and valuable. I will miss your help over the next chapter of my KGV journey. Thank you, good luck and congratulations on graduating and starting a new chapter in your life. Thank you again🫡” - Dhiraj, Y9

• A message to Rou Zhao: “Thank you so much for leading Mind Over Matters! I still continue to enjoy my time here, writing articles during my rotation. I'm hoping to get a 'head of research' title soon... Good luck on your exams!” - Ivan, Y9

• A message to Krissa Sze: “Dear Krissa (and the rest of the Sharp As A Spindle gang), I want to wish all of you the best of luck in the future and I hope all of your exams have been going well. I sorta wish that we all could've met at an earlier date so I wouldn't have to miss you all so much. So good luck to all of you! If any of you ever become a famous actor/actress or performer of some sort be sure to look out for me because I will know. I'll miss you all!!” - Michelle, Y8

• A message to Vannessa Chau: “Vanessa Chau is the kind of person you can always turn to for anything. She is an open book, compassionate, and always willing to help others. In the time I have known her, she has demonstrated her intelligence, kindness, and love for gift-giving. She is someone worth keeping in your heart, and I will definitely miss her. I wish you all the best in your future endeavors, dear Vannessa!” - Tanya, Y12

And finally, a big, special thanks to our Year 13 TLC legacy members, Anna, Andrea, Ashley and Steph. Your dedication to the newspaper has been nothing short of enlightening, and our team would not be in the position and status that it is without you setting up the fundamental building blocks of this project.

We hope our readers, especially our Y13s, feel the warmth and affection of these messages written out of love. On behalf of the entire TLC team, we wish you all the best of luck in your final exams and projects, and we anticipate you visiting us in the near future as KGV alumni!