Beaconhouse School System, one of the
largest network of schools in the world, celebrated the true spirit of
sportsmanship where international student athletes from the group
converged in Malaysia at the recent 2nd Beaconhouse International
School Convention 2017 (BISC 2017). The convention hosted was officiated
on 25 January amidst much cheer from over 1,400 by a representative of Yang
Berhormat Datuk Saravanan A/L Murugan of Ministry of Youth & Sports,
Mr. P. Subramaniam, AMN, PJK, at the Panasonic Stadium Selangor.
Present at the Opening Ceremony was Beaconhouse Group Chairperson Mrs.
Nasreen M Kasuri, as well as Beaconhouse Group Chief Executive Mr. Kasim
M Kasuri and Beaconhouse Regional Director, Mr. Jahanzeb Shah.
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| The Opening Ceremony of Beaconhouse International
School Convention 2017 witnessed an amazing dance performance by the
students |
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| The Opening Ceremony of Beaconhouse International
School Convention 2017 witnessed an amazing dance performance by the
students |
The
Beaconhouse International School Convention (BISC) was initiated in
Bangkok last year to highlight the importance of sports in academic
learning. The international sports meet saw a stellar breed of students
from around the world come together in a full day sports tournament,
cheered on by thousands of supporters.
Riding on the huge
success of the inaugural convention, this year the convention is held
in Malaysia. A huge crowd of students, teachers and parents showed
their support to over 200 delegates from Malaysia, Oman, Pakistan,
Phillippines and Thailand competing in Badminton, Basketball, Athletics,
Futsal and Swimming. The chance to compete was open to both male and
female students, from 12 to 16 years of age. The Convention continued at
Beaconhouse Sri Inai International School the next day with panel
discussions, quiz, science exhibition, art installation and photography.
The Malaysian sports team made up of 50 delegates was
chosen through an inter-school carnival in Malaysia held between
Beaconhouse Sri Inai, Beaconhouse Sri Murni, Beaconhouse Sri Lethia,
and Newlands International School. The students from Malaysia were aged
between 12-16, hailing from different Beaconhouse Schools in Malaysia
and most played together as a team for the first time. For many it was
the first time playing in an international tournament against other
countries.
Mr Kasim Kasuri, CEO of Beaconhouse Group
said the school places emphasis on an all-rounded education and not just
classroom excellence. The strong network within the school group also
allows for
a stronger global apparoach and exposes the students to activities and experiences that may be challenging for other schools.
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| BISC 2017 opens up with a bang, as the students of
Beaconhouse Sri Lethia treated the audience to an amazing drumming
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“This
is a unique experience that not many students get to have – a rare
chance to meet and compete with other students in the region while still
keeping it friendly. We are able to offer this to our students as we
have a vast network of schools that spans from Europe to Asia. This
ability to use our network to offer experiences to our students is what
sets us apart from the rest,” said Mr Kasim Kasuri.
Representative
of Yang Berhormat Datuk Saravanan A/L Murugan of Ministry of Youth
& Sports, Mr. P. Subramaniam emphasized on the importance of sports
and education in order to build a progressive and sustainable nation .
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Beaconhouse Group Chief Executive – Mr. Kasim M Kasuri, Beaconhouse Group Chairperson – Mrs. Nasreen M
Kasuri, Regional Director of Beaconhouse Malaysia – Mr. Jahanzeb Shah,
representative of Y.B. Datuk Saravanan A/L Murugan of Ministry of Youth
& Sports – Mr. P. Subramaniam and BISC 2017 torchbearer – Chrisal
Michaela Murty from Beaconhouse Sri Murni at the launching of
Beaconhouse International School Convention 2017 |
“Apart
from having the ability to improve overall fitness, Sports plays a
vital role in terms of societal development – it has the power to bring
together people of any ethnicity, any religious or political belief. It
enhances national unity. Sports are often taught in school for this very
reason, as it is a good way for children to learn to work together in
teams, and they start to understand the important roles that people play
in everyday society,” Said Mr. Subramaniam
Regional
Director of Beaconhouse Malaysia Mr. Syed Jahanzeb Shah said the power
of sports in building character should not be underestimated. This is
part of Beaconhouse’s ethos of building Lifelong Learners and Future
Leaders.
“True sportsmanship is about fairness, ethics,
respect, and a sense of fellowship with one's competitors. It is
important not only as a practice of etiquette and respect in sports but
also because it helps teach young athletes good behavior that carries
over into other aspects of life,” said Mr Jahanzeb
Through
BISC 2017, Beaconhouse hopes to be at the forefront in contributing to
future world leaders who excel both academically as well as in real
life.
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| Full of dedication and concentration, Beaconhouse students
showed their sports skills by participating in the athletics – shotput |
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| BISC 2017 saw many exciting sporting events including Swimming |
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| One of the activities featured during the BISC 2017 is futsal |
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| One of the activities featured during the BISC 2017 is futsal |
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| Amazing display of cultural performances by the students of Beaconhouse during the Closing Ceremony |
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| Amazing display of cultural performances by the students of Beaconhouse during the Closing Ceremony |
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| The smiling faces of the winners of BISC 2017 from
Pakistan, Malaysia, Thailand, and Phillipines, with Mr. Jahanzeb Shah
(Centre) – Regional Director of Beaconhouse Malaysia |
After a competitive series of sporting
activities, the results of the BISC 2017 winners were announced on
January 19 at the Closing Ceremony. It was a close result, with Pakistan
securing its place at the top spot
– with 6 gold medals, 6
silver medals and 4 bronze, a total point of 132 in both athletics and
extracurricular programs. Coming in second place is the host country
with a total point of 115 in athletics and extracurricular programs,
winning 6 gold medals, 3 silver and 3 bronze. Thailand scored 3 gold
medals, 5 silver and 1 bronze – a total point of 100. The fourth place
is won by Philippines with 1 gold medal, 2 silver and 8 bronze, with a
total point of 92. With a total point of 20, Oman took the fifth spot.
Following the successful first day of BISC 2017,
Beaconhouse also officiated its new Sports Complex at Beaconhouse Sri
Inai International School the next day.
ABOUT THE BEACONHOUSE SCHOOL SYSTEM
Established in 1975 in
Pakistan, the group has grown to become one of the world’s largest
private educators with over 284, 000 students in eight countries
including Thailand, the Philippines, Oman and the United Arab Emirates.
In Malaysia, it provides education from pre-school right through to
post-graduate level and currently owns and operates 12 schools within
the Klang Valley offering the national and British curriculum. The
group’s core beliefs include providing quality education and lifelong
learning to ensure students become well-rounded global citizens.
