Holy, Hari Raya!

I was pleased to be invited to an Idil Fitri celebration at SK Bendong Pa'Yong.  At first I was a bit nervous, but everyone made me feel welcome and part of the celebration.  It was an excellent opportunity to meet other teachers at the school and also the Guru Besar himself.

The program of events.

All the students gathered in the meeting hall.  A very well-behaved crowd that sat quietly waiting for the event to begin.

I was asked to get in line with the local teachers when the students come to demonstrate a sign of respect.  What an honor.  I had never experienced anything like this before.  It was humbling.

Mr. JJ gets to press the flesh with the head man himself, Guru Besar Zaid.

Now posing with GB Zaid and his dynamic duo of administration.  Don't be fooled by the serious faces.  These guys are all good natured and know how to party.