St. Michael's Institution

St. Michael's Institution is part of the Lasallian Educational Institutions. SMI's two alumni associations (the Old Michaelians' Association and the Klang Valley SMI Alumni Association) belong to the Malaysian Federation of Lasallian Associations (MFOLSA), the umbrella organisation for all Lasallian alumni associations in Malaysia. Brother Directors and Principals • 1912 - 1920 : PJ Mor Singh • 1920 - 1921 : Brother Paul Gallagher • 1921 - 1924 : Brother V Augustus • 1925 - 1929 : Brother Sigolin Henry • 1926 : Brother V Joseph • 1930 - 1935 : Brother Dositheus • 1936 - 1938 : Brother Finan Ryan • 1938 : Brother Marcian Cullen • 1938 - 1948 : Brother Patrick O Donovan • 1948 - 1955 : Brother Denis Hyland • 1955 - 1960 : Brother Pius Kelly • 1961 - 1971 : Brother Ultan Paul Rosario • 1972 - 1975 : Brother Vincent J Corkery • 1975 - 1985 : Brother Ultan Paul Rosario • 1986 - 1988 : Brother Vincent J Corkery • 1989 - 1991 : Chong Suan Ee • 1992 - 1994 : K. Balasubramaniam • 1995 - 1998 : Teh Chor Aun • 1999 - 2005 : Louis Rozario Doss • 2006 - 2011 : Phoon Chong Chee • 2011 - 2015 : Loh Wei Seng • 2015 - 2017 : Chan Nyook Ying • 2017 - 2018: Gunalan Tony • 2018 - 2022 : Sit Wai Yin • 2022 - 2024 : Phoon Kean Loon • 2025 : No Principal • 2026 : No (current) Principal ==Notable alumni==

• Lee Loy Seng, founder of KLK Bhd • Michael Chang Min Tat, Federal Court judge and Commissioner of Law Revision and Law Reform • Lim Keng Yaik, former president of the Gerakan Party and Minister of Energy, Water and Communications • Paul Leong Khee Seong, former Minister of Primary Industries and former Deputy President of the Gerakan Party • Ahmad Husni Hanadzlah, former Second Minister of Finance of Malaysia • John Thivy, 1st President of Malaysian Indian Congress (MIC) • Leong Yew Koh, first Governor (Yang di-Pertua Negeri) of Malacca • Lee Lam Thye, former politician and national activist • Gregory Yong Sooi Ngean, Catholic Archbishop Emeritus of Singapore • Yeoh Ghim Seng, former speaker of the Parliament of Singapore, former vice-president of Singapore and acting president of Singapore • Tan Yee Khan, All England badminton doubles champion 1965 and 1966 • Koo Kien Keat, Badminton Doubles World Championship Silver Medallist 2010 • Peter Pek, first publisher of Superbrands Malaysia, host of reality television series The Firm, and host of Brand Malaysia with Peter Pek • Yeoh Eng-kiong, Secretary for Health, Welfare and Food of Hong Kong • Patrick Teoh, DJ and actor in Malaysia and Singapore ==The Chapel Of St. Michael's Institution==

The Chapel, a paradise to many and a hide-out to some during the early years, was built in the late 1930s. The design was inspired by the beautiful Sainte Chapelle on the Ile de la Cité in Paris, France, designed by La Sallian Brother Vernier Auguste. Who also designed the St John's Institution, Kuala Lumpur (1908), and the exquisite chapel at St Francis' Institution, Malacca (1937). The construction was supervised by Father Coppin himself and completed in 1927. It was among the first schools to use reinforced concrete for better fire resistance. Granite coping was used for the gables and the cross. The cost of the original block came to $200,000. The chapel was built along with the budget, met mainly from the Brothers' savings over the previous sixty years. The foundation stone was laid on 17th June 1922 by Mr C W C Parr, the British Resident of Perak, marking the commencement of work on the building. When he declared the foundation stone well and truly laid he added that it gave him great pleasure to come to ipoh for that ceremony, first on account of the importance of English Education in the States Secondly because of the great and good work the Christian Brothers had done and were doing in the cause of Education. The State had indebted to bodies like the Christian Brothers, who devoted their energies to this great cause by replying on behalf of the management of the Rev Bro. James Visitors presented his sincere thanks to Major Parr and His Grace, Archbishop Menit, for their respective parts in the ceremony. He paid a high tribute to the work done by Rev. Father Coppin, the founder of the School, during the trying years of the War and until the management was handed over to the Brothers. He also referred, in the highest term of praise, to the work of the first Headmaster, Mr. PJ. Mor Singh. It was mainly due to his unflagging zeal, untiring efforts, undaunted courage. Above all, to his unblemished career that the School all along maintained a reputation for success, efficiency, and high tone. It was a great pleasure for the Brothers to find such a good spirit prevailing in the School at the time they took it over. Many citizens of Ipoh witnessed the historical ceremony. The building was finished in 1923, blessed by Father Coppin on the Feast Day of St John de la Salle. ==The Michaelian Catholic Community (MCC)==

The St. Michael’s Institution Catholic Community is more than just a student body — it is a spiritual home for young hearts seeking to grow in faith, fellowship, and service. Inspired by our school’s patron, St. Michael the Archangel, we are grounded in the mission to live out the Gospel values in our daily lives. We aim to create a nurturing environment where students can explore the richness of Catholic tradition, deepen their personal relationship with God, and respond courageously to His call in our modern world. Founded June 1974 as a humble gathering of students desiring to grow closer to God, the SMI Catholic Society has flourished into one of the most active and spiritually vibrant societies in the school. Over the years, we have carried forward a legacy of faithfulness, leadership, and service that mirrors the values of our school motto: Quis Ut Deus. With the guidance of dedicated teacher advisors and generations of passionate student leaders, our society has remained a shining beacon of Catholic identity and student-driven ministry at SMI. We believe that faith is not just something we talk about — it's something we live. Throughout the year, our society organizes meaningful activities that reflect our commitment to spiritual growth and community engagement. These include Praise and Worship nights, the annual Agape Camp, Lenten reflections, outreach projects, and our monthly bulletins. Each initiative is prayerfully planned and joyfully carried out by our student committee, with the intention of touching lives, building unity, and inspiring others to live their faith boldly and joyfully. At its core, the Catholic Community is a place of belonging. Whether you're a Form 1 student just beginning your journey or a senior deepening your faith before graduation, this is a community where you are seen, valued, and supported. We are proud to be a society led by students, for students — where every member has a role, a voice, and a chance to shine. Here at SMI Catholic Society, we walk together as brothers and sisters in Christ, ready to answer the call of love and lead lives filled with purpose, compassion, and courage. 2026 Executive Committee - • Teacher Advisor: Pn Veronica Komathi - • President: Collin Noel Pillay (Callistus Noel Acutis) • Vice President: Michael Neehraj Arulenn • Secretary: Samuel Darius • Assistant Secretary: Noel Sarvesh Edwin • Treasurer: Ezekiel Thomas • Assistant Treasurer: Aidan Joseph Victor - • Form 6 Representative: Lextter Owen • Form 5 Representative: Taniael Raj • Form 4 Representative: Kushall Sebastian • Form 3 Representative: Samson Ted • Form 2 Representative: Edrea Destiny • Form 1 Representative: Georgiana Darshini - • Altar Servers Leader: Joel Bryan • Assistant Altar Servers Leader: Jovica Anne - • Ark Shepherd: Jude Matthias • Ark Shepherd: Paolo Johannes - • Editorial Director: Sri Joshua • Publicity Director: Shadriec Selvaraj - • Hospitality Master: Matthew Roy • Assistant Hospitality Master: Vshen Thiagarajan - • Theatrical Director: Jeremiah Aaron • Logistics Manager: Jayden Simon - • Mystical Rose Leader: Adrianna Jit Kaur • Assistant Mystical Rose Leader: Belinna Jennifer - Michaelian Catholic Community Motto: • Quis Ut Deus' Spiritu Fidei Vivimus ==Trivia==

• Bernard Chauly's Goodbye Boys is about eight scouts from the 02 Kinta Troop of St. Michael's who set out on a hundred-kilometer expedition. The school is seen in scenes throughout the movie. The movie is based on Chauly's similar experience as a scout during his days at St. Michael's. • Vincent Corkery was conferred the Darjah Dato' Paduka Mahkota Perak (DPMP) by the Sultan of Perak in 2010 in recognition of his contributions to education and SMI. ==References==