Students from Sunway International Schools (SIS) spent an afternoon with residents of Sunway Sanctuary in a Merdeka-themed gathering aimed at bringing younger and older generations together.
Held at the school’s Kuala Lumpur campus as Malaysia celebrated its 69th Independence Day and prepared for Malaysia Day, the session focused on building connections through shared activities, conversations and personal stories.
Students were paired with senior residents for activities designed to encourage interaction while supporting motor and cognitive development among participants.
The gathering later turned into an exchange of life experiences, with the seniors sharing stories and words of wisdom with the students before the two generations left with new friendships.
SIS principal Richard Cherry said students needed more than academic knowledge, with human connections and values also playing an important role in shaping them.
“With the rapid advancements taking place around us, it is crucial that we equip our students with more than just knowledge. Equally important are the morals, values and human connections that help shape them into compassionate and responsible individuals.”
He said such interactions also gave students learning experiences beyond the classroom.
“Being part of a vibrant and integrated community such as Sunway gives us the opportunity to create meaningful connections beyond the classroom. We look forward to playing a role in supporting and enhancing community engagement, while providing our students with valuable learning experiences that extend beyond academic achievement.”
The initiative highlighted how interactions between generations can help foster a stronger sense of community, while giving both students and seniors an opportunity to learn from one another.
