Cultivating Compassion, Joy and Giving through Buddhist Themed Theatrical Performance
Written by Tzu Chi Documenting Team，KL & Selangor / Translated by Chai Soo Ai![Heartbroken and filled with self-blame over the death of its herd of deer, the Deer King went to see the human king to seek a solution. [Photograph by Wong Poh Fatt]](/images/stories/jy/2018/JY_KL20180811_hbf01_038.jpg "Heartbroken and filled with self-blame over the death of its herd of deer, the Deer King went to see the human king to seek a solution. [Photograph by Wong Poh Fatt]")
For three days from August 11, 2018, a total of 57 people from Rondo Ballet Theatre, Tzu Chi Senior High School affiliated with Tzu Chi University and accompanying teachers, presented four sessions of a ballet performance based on Buddhist stories at KL Tzu-Chi Jing Si Hall, Tsun Jin High School, and Malacca Tzu-Chi Jing Si Hall. These four performances in three venues attracted a total audience of 4,350.
Music and Martial Arts Cultural Exchange
Written by Kiew Li Wen & Ho Sook Yin, KL & Selangor / Translated by Lee Hui Yieng![Students and teachers of Tzu Chi Senior High School Affiliated with Tzu Chi University (TCHS) came to Malaysia to have a cultural exchange with Tsun Jin High School. Picture shows students of TCHS in a sign language performance. [Photograph by Lee Kwee Yap]](/images/stories/jy/2018/JY_KL20180715_lgy01_100.jpg "Students and teachers of Tzu Chi Senior High School Affiliated with Tzu Chi University (TCHS) came to Malaysia to have a cultural exchange with Tsun Jin High School. Picture shows students of TCHS in a sign language performance. [Photograph by Lee Kwee Yap]")
Led by Principal Lee Lin-Hui, a group of 50 students and teachers from Tzu Chi Senior High School Affiliated with Tzu Chi University (TCSH), Taiwan, visited Malaysia from July 12 to 16, 2018, for a cultural exchange with students of Tsun Jin High School (TJHS), Kuala Lumpur.
Happiness under the Blue Sky
Written by Siah Siew Chew & Chin Sheau Yuan, KL & Selangor / Translated by Jacynth Chin![Due to the limited space at refugee schools, students rarely have the chance for sports activities. Therefore, the students cherished and treasured the annual sports day. [Photograph by Look Foot Seong]](/images/stories/jy/2018/JY_KL20180714_lfx01_040.jpg "Due to the limited space at refugee schools, students rarely have the chance for sports activities. Therefore, the students cherished and treasured the annual sports day. [Photograph by Look Foot Seong]")
With limited space at refugee schools, students rarely have the chance for sports functions. Thus, Tzu Chi KL & Selangor and UNHCR jointly organized the annual sports day for the refugee children. This year, students from the Madrasah Religious School were specially invited to participate in this event.
Homecoming for Da Ai Kindergarten Graduates
Written by Tan Kim Hion, KL & Selangor / Translated by Zhang Yi Qin![A group photo of the first batch of the Da Ai Kindergarten graduates and their teacher. Everyone looked forward to more of such reunion in the future. [Photograph by Lim Chin Tong]](/images/stories/jy/2018/JY_KL20180623_lzd01_047.jpg "A group photo of the first batch of the Da Ai Kindergarten graduates and their teacher. Everyone looked forward to more of such reunion in the future. [Photograph by Lim Chin Tong]")
The lapse of ten years has seen the earliest batches of Da Ai Kindergarten graduates growing into teenagers. On this day, they returned to the Kindergarten together with their parents for a warm reunion with their former teachers and classmates.
Fundraising Luncheon for TCISKL
Written by Tzu Chi Documenting Team, KL & Selangor / Translated by Yi Qin![Tzu Chi’s educational ideal is to deliver a comprehensive and holistic education system, from preschool through to pre-university level. [Photograph by Chua Teck Ching]](/images/stories/jy/2018/JY_KL20180610_cdq01_026.jpg "Tzu Chi’s educational ideal is to deliver a comprehensive and holistic education system, from preschool through to pre-university level. [Photograph by Chua Teck Ching]")
On June 10, 2018, Tzu Chi Entrepreneurs’ Group held a fundraising luncheon at Sheraton Petaling Jaya Hotel to raise funds for the building of Tzu Chi International School KL, and it received a positive response from the public.
A Cheer for You, My Wonderful Child!
Written by Tan Kim Hion, KL & Selangor / Translated by HY Yong![Despite being born without palms, 6-year-old Hong Jun Sen, who is keen to learn, has been a “wonderful boy” to his teacher, Yau Huey Lu. [Photograph by Yong Mun Fei]](/images/stories/jy/2018/JY_KL20180528_ywh01_016.jpg "Despite being born without palms, 6-year-old Hong Jun Sen, who is keen to learn, has been a “wonderful boy” to his teacher, Yau Huey Lu. [Photograph by Yong Mun Fei]")
Born without palms, Hong Jun Sen has only one finger on his left and right wrists. But the boy loves to play, laugh, and learn. Always beaming with smiles, the 6-year-old is precious to his parents and is a “wonderful boy” to his teachers. Thanks to the love he received in his journey of growth, he is now a happy little angel waiting to soar to great heights.
Teaching Children to Manage Their Lives
Written by Nam Geok Ting, Hoh Sew Lee & Lee Heng Lun, Seremban / Translated by Woon Xiao Rui![Some children are seen here experiencing work at the food preparation group under their parents’ care. [Photograph by Wong Siew Chin]](/images/stories/jy/2018/20180311_WSC01_1_060.jpg "Some children are seen here experiencing work at the food preparation group under their parents’ care. [Photograph by Wong Siew Chin]")
This year, the Parent-child Bonding Class (PCBC) began implementing life education in its curriculum. With this, the children, aged between 7 and 12, get to experience contributing from behind-the-scenes and learn some living skills under their parents’ and volunteers’ guidance. As Master Cheng Yen hopes, this will be an education that forms the foundation for the younger generations, to grow up as pillars of society equipped with knowledge and virtue.
Sing for the Children’s Future
Written by Tzu Chi Documenting Team， KL & Selangor / Translated by Woon Xiao Rui![Elaine Kang, a famous local singer, sang in support of the construction of TCISKL. [Photograph by Lim Chin Tong]](/images/stories/jy/2018/JY_KL20180224_lzd01_531.jpg "Elaine Kang, a famous local singer, sang in support of the construction of TCISKL. [Photograph by Lim Chin Tong]")
Datuk Elaine Kang, a famous Malaysian singer, sang in four concerts held at KL Tzu-Chi Jing Si Hall, on February 24 and 25, 2018. The aim was to raise funds for the construction of the Tzu Chi International School Kuala Lumpur.
An ‘Investment’ Without Expectations for Monetary Returns
Written by Tan Kim Hion，KL & Selangor / Translated by Fu Jia Lik![Yong Lok Mooi worked hard all her life and was diagnosed with cancer in the later stages of life. She felt that life is full of uncertainties but she does not blame others for it. Instead, she feels blessed for being able to help the Tzu Chi International school. [Photograph by Yong Mun Fei]](/images/stories/jy/2017/JY_KL20171028_ywh01_003.jpg "Yong Lok Mooi worked hard all her life and was diagnosed with cancer in the later stages of life. She felt that life is full of uncertainties but she does not blame others for it. Instead, she feels blessed for being able to help the Tzu Chi International school. [Photograph by Yong Mun Fei]")
Sixty-three-year-old Yong Lok Mooi has a good eye for investment, even from the beginning of her entrepreneurial days. She had dedicated her time and energy in her younger days towards her career, earning herself a steady life into her old age. After her retirement, she decided to convert a house into “bricks”, without the hope of high returns, but with a heart of love and blessing towards young students.
Tzu Ching – 20th Anniversary Celebration
Written by Zhang Yi Qin / KL & Selangor![The song, “Remembrance”, reminded everyone of the beautiful memories in their younger days. [Photograph by Lai Jih Chuan]](/images/stories/jy/2017/JY_KL20170930_lrq01_175.jpg "The song, “Remembrance”, reminded everyone of the beautiful memories in their younger days. [Photograph by Lai Jih Chuan]")
September 30, 2017, was a homecoming day for over 400 Tzu Ching members and alumni, to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Tzu Chi Collegiate Youth Association (Tzu Ching) in Central, Southern and East Malaysia. Despite the progress of time, the bonds remain strong for many, as deep in everyone’s heart, they are, forever, a part of the Tzu Ching family.