IPOH: Years of sacrifice and determination paid off for Wan Aleya Batrisyia Meor Ruslan when she emerged as one of the top Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) scorers at SMK Raja Permaisuri Bainun, bringing her parents to tears of joy.
The 18-year-old, whose parents work long shifts in a factory earning between RM2,000 and RM3,000 a month, obtained 6A+ and 3A in the examination.
“I never expected to achieve results like this. I’m so grateful,” she said when met at the school on Tuesday (March 31).
The eldest of three siblings, Wan Aleya Batrisyia, said her parents’ struggles had always been her main motivation.
“My parents are one of the main reasons I always wanted to do my best. I want to repay my family’s sacrifices, so we can live more comfortably and have what we need.
“There is definitely encouragement from my parents. As the eldest, there are high expectations. I wanted to prove to them that I can succeed and be a good example for my siblings,” she said.
With a younger sibling in Form Three and another aged three at home, she hopes her achievement will inspire them to aim higher.
SMK Raja Permaisuri Bainun recorded a strong overall performance, with 13 students scoring straight As, five students obtaining 8As, 13 students getting 7As, and nine students achieving 6As.
Another top scorer, Damia Solehah Saat, who achieved 7A+ and 2A, admitted she did not anticipate such outstanding results, especially after scoring 7As and two C+ in her trial examinations.
Damia, whose mother is a housewife and father a retiree, said consistency and balance were key to her success.
“I studied about three to four hours daily, but I also made sure I had enough rest, especially before examinations,” she said.
Beyond academics, Damia stressed the importance of spiritual and personal discipline.
“I made sure to maintain my prayers and a strong relationship with God. It is also very important to preserve good relationships with teachers and family,” she added.
Another high achiever, Adib Adham Mohammad Izuddin, who scored 6A+, 2A and 1A-, said he was thankful for his results and determined to continue making his parents proud.
The son of a night market trader in Kampar and a housewife, Adib described his journey as challenging and demanding.
“It was not easy. It required consistency and discipline, including maintaining my prayers,” he said.
For these students, their results are more than just grades — they are a testament to perseverance, faith, and the unwavering support of their families.
