St. Joseph Private School need at least RM3 million to repair two separate buildings, said Senator Datuk Dr. Sim Kui Hian yesterday morning at St Joseph school

In a press conference. Dr. Sim who is the Chairman of the Old Josephians Association (OJA) said one building which housed 9 classrooms and another was the main building. Both building had cracks on the walls and the classrooms were vacant due to the dangerous situation and need urgent repair. The RM3 million is used for restoration work only, he said.

In conjunction of the 135th anniversary of St. Josphians’ Association, Dr. Sim who is also Minister for Local Government and Housing, said they are having a series of activities to commemorate the occasion.

On July 15, they will be a blood and organ donation while for August 4th and 5th, the St Joseph’s Alumni will be reaching out to brother school (sponsorship of the Musical Drama ‘White Rajah). The musical drama is based on the Brooke era in the history of Sarawak.

On September 3, there will be an Ora et Labora Run with fund collected to restore the buildings besides upgrading facilities and amenities. The Run is open to St Joseph Family of schools,public and ex-Josephians who wish to run can also register on-line.

Dr Sim said on October 27tyh, there will b e a ‘back to school band’ which gives an opportunity to bring ex-students back to school to enjoy the light and easy music and to catch up with one another.

In November 17, a 135th anniversary dinner will be held at 7 pm at the  Imperial hotel.

Calling to the ex- Josephians to chip in to help, Dr. Sim said the school has churned out many successful students who are now either professionals or business people with some ministers. He said this is the time to pay back their gratitude to the school.

Anyone interested can contact the school at 082-240885.

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