Tribute to the late Mr Foo Soo Luang

Tribute to Our Late Former Principal Mr Foo Soo Luang

Mr Foo Soo Luang, former Principal of Maha Bodhi School (1971-1996)

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Mr Foo Soo Luang, the former Principal of Maha Bodhi School on 26 December 2024.

Mr Foo Soo Luang assumed leadership as Principal in 1971 and served with dedication and professionalism for 25 years until his retirement in 1996. His visionary leadership and commitment to education transformed Maha Bodhi School into a beacon of excellence.

Under his guidance, the school achieved remarkable milestones. In 1973, he encouraged the first batch of 50 Primary 6 Chinese-medium pupils to take the PSLE in the English-medium, all of whom passed with excellent grades. This significant achievement led to a commendation from the Ministry of Education in 1974, with Maha Bodhi School being named one of the top ten schools with the highest marks in the English Language. It was a testament to Mr Foo’s emphasis on bilingualism and his belief in the students' ability to excel in both Chinese and English languages.

Beyond academic achievements, Mr Foo also championed holistic development by introducing various extracurricular activities, such as the brass band, lion dance, choir, and art classes, enriching the students’ physical and artistic growth. His enduring commitment to nurturing well-rounded individuals laid a strong foundation for the school’s future success.

In 1985, Maha Bodhi School transitioned into a full English-medium school under Mr Foo’s stewardship, and in 1990, it became a Special Assistance Plan (SAP) school, continuing its emphasis on bilingualism and Asian moral values. His leadership also saw the school move into a modern, well-equipped new building in 1995, providing students and staff with state-of-the-art facilities.

Mr Foo retired in October 1996, leaving behind a legacy of excellence, compassion, and unwavering dedication. His contributions to Maha Bodhi School and the broader education landscape will always be cherished and remembered.

Our deepest condolences go out to Mr Foo’s family and loved ones during this time of loss. May you find comfort in the profound impact he made and the lives he touched. His legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.

我们怀着无比沉痛的心情悼念前菩提学校校长符书銮先生于2024年12月26日下午的逝世。

符校长自1971年起担任校长，直至1996年退休。在长达25年的时间里，他以卓越的领导力和无私奉献，带领菩提学校不断迈向辉煌，为学校奠定了卓越的基石，树立了令人敬仰的典范。

在他的领导下，学校取得了诸多令人瞩目的成就。1973年，他鼓励首批50名华文源流的六年级学生参加英文源流的小学离校考试（PSLE），结果全体学生都考取优异的成绩。这一壮举不仅展现了学生的潜能，也凸显了符校长对双语教育的远见卓识和坚定信念。1974年，教育部特别嘉奖菩提学校，并将其评为英文科成绩最优越的十所学校之一。

符校长不仅注重学术上的卓越，更倡导学生的全面发展。他在校内推行多种课外活动，包括铜管乐队、舞狮队、合唱团和美术班，为学生提供多样化的成长平台，既丰富了他们的身心发展，也激发了他们的艺术潜能。他用心栽培全面发展的学生，为菩提学校的未来奠定了深厚而坚实的基础。

在1985年，菩提学校在符校长的领导下转型为全英文源流学校。1990年，学校被选为特选小学（Special Assistance Plan School），继续在双语教育以及亚洲道德价值观的传承与弘扬中取得卓越成绩。1995年，学校迁入现代化、设备齐全的新校舍，为师生提供了创新学习的空间，进一步提升了教学与学习环境。

符校长的一生致力于教育事业。他以满腔的爱心与智慧，深刻影响了无数学生与教师，改变了许多人的人生轨迹。他对菩提学校以及教育领域的杰出贡献将永远被铭记和珍惜。

我们向符校长的家人及亲友致以最深切的哀悼。在这段艰难的时光里，愿您们能从他留下的深远影响与非凡成就中找到些许慰藉。他的精神将长存于人心，并继续激励未来的莘莘学子。