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I am pleased to learn that St Joseph ' s Institution is celebrating the 125th Anniversary of its foundation this year . The growth and development of education , particularly in preindependent Singapore , owed very much to men of foresight and devotion such as Father Beural who [ ounded your Institution in 1852 . Such men of vision are immortalized by the
great institutions they founded and the noble ideals they stood for .
During its one hundred and twenty-five years of existence , St Joseph ' s Institution has played a significant and admirable role in educating countless number of Singaporeans of
many generations . It is worthwhile to bear in mind that education is more than imparting knowledge and skills . While the emphasis on knowledge acquisition and skill training is important , a broader perspective of education embraces civic and moral training . In this respect , I am glad to note that your Institution has always incorporated moral training as an integral part of your educational programme .
I hope your 125th An ' niversary celebrations will help to rekindle in the staff and pupils of your school that spirit of service and dedication which inspired its great founder . I also wish your Institution continued success and achievement .
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( CHAI CHONG YII ) SENIOR MINISTER OF STATE MINISTRY OF EDUCATION
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