Students should not be deterred from coming to RI because they cannot afford the fees or worry about fitting in, said the PM. Read more at straitstimes.com.
SINGAPORE - Raffles Institution should continue to exemplify Singapore’s inclusive spirit and egalitarian ethos, as well as remain a beacon of hope and opportunity for every student regardless of background, said Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong as the school marked its 200th anniversary.
Besides Mr Chan, other RI alumni who attended the event included former Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong, Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat and Minister for National Development Desmond Lee. To this end, Mr Lee noted that RI has put in place Diversity, Inclusivity and Community Engagement efforts since 2018.
Mr Lee said students from over 120 primary schools entered Year 1, or Secondary 1, in RI this year – “a wider trawl than any other secondary school in Singapore”. Highlighting a number of illustrious alumni for their achievements and contributions to society, Mr Lee exhorted Rafflesians to exemplify excellence throughout their lives, beyond their school years.
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