Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Ahmad Boestamam
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Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Ahmad Boestamam is an SMK (national secondary school) in the Sitiawan region of Malaysia named after Ahmad Boestamam, a historical figure who helped in gaining independence from the British. The school used to be known as SMK Sitiawan. This school was founded in 1878. It started out with 298 students. Currently, the number of students enrolled in this school is 1456. The school is a fully government-funded school which follows the new Intergrated Curriculum for Secondary Schools syllabus.
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[edit] Achievements
In its illustrious history, SMK Ahmad Boestamam has won many awards and recognition throughout Malaysia. It has been named a five-star school by the Ministry of Education of Malaysia. It has also won the state level cleanliness, safety and landscaping competition. The students of the school are also remarkable. The school has produced many fine sportsmen and athletes for the country. Students from the school have entered the Langkawi International Regatta, national sailing competitions, marathon, football, silat and badminton championships. The school also ranks highly amongst the schools in the district of Manjung. The school has come out tops in the district debate contest and in academic achievement has become one of the most sought-after schools in Malaysia.
[edit] Facilities
The school has a small mosque. The school also has a hostel for boys and girl. It is a co-educational school. SMK Ahmad Boestamam is a semi-residential school. It has a hall where the weekly assembly is held.
