~ Article contributed by Candy
On my ride to the
Stadium MRT station, I saw a number of TK students. They were excited and chatting with their
friends happily... And I told myself "today's gonna be a memorable day for
me."
While strolling to
the meeting point at Tanjong Rhu Place after exiting Stadium MRT, I saw another
group of TK students in front of me.
Their hands occupied with carrier bags full of food and again chatting
and giggling happily with their friends as they walked. Oh, did I forget to
mention that a student was actually pushing a stroller loaded with nothing but
food?
From a distance, you
could feel the vibrant atmosphere at the meeting point. I could not hide my
excitement when I saw many familiar faces upon reaching the meeting point. A number of TK parents were in their sports
attire, just like me, and were ready to join the school leaders, teachers,
staff, students and alumni in the TK Annual Road Run 2014!
After the assembly,
the students were told to do some warm up exercises. 1-2-3-4 , 1-2-3-4.... 15 minutes later, the
run began. First to go were the competitive runners, followed by the S.P.A.
(staff, parents and alumni) with the rest of the students.
Serious runners
dashed from the starting line upon flag off, leaving behind the students who
were obviously there just to enjoy the company of their friends. Some parents were also seen strolling and
taking photos while enjoying the magnificent scenery. Whether they were runners
or strollers, you could see them giving off words of encouragement to other
runners passing by them. The Red Cross
Youth members, some staff and some students could be seen at various points
ready to help those participants in need. The finishing line was crowded with
S.P.A and students cheering for those approaching the finishing line. Satisfaction and sense of accomplishment
were on the faces on those who completed the run.
After the race, it
was party time with food, music and live performances by students. As Teacher's
Day was just a day away, students were also seen expressing their gratitude to
their teachers with flowers, gifts and cards.
The whole atmosphere was lively and everyone was having such great fun. Time usually flies when you were enjoying
yourselves and thus, the event ended at around 11 am with the prize
presentation ceremony for the top runners.
To all S.P.A and
students, I am sure you have all enjoyed the event as much as I have. See you again at TK Annual Run 2015, S.P.A
and students!
