It is an honour to write to you as the President of St. John’s Old Boys Association. SJOBA has always been more than just a network of alumni - it is a family. What makes this family truly special is the spirit of togetherness and inclusiveness that binds us across batches and generations.
Over the years, SJOBA has grown into a vibrant community that thrives on the participation of its members. Every event, every initiative, every contribution carries meaning only when more of us come together. Each Johnian—no matter when you passed out, where you live today, or how much time you can spare—has an important place in this journey.
Having served as Treasurer for several years, I have seen first hand how much stronger we are when everyone feels included and involved. As I step into this new role, my foremost request is simple: please stay connected, please participate. Even the smallest effort—attending an event, encouraging a fellow Johnian, or sharing your time and ideas - helps keep our spirit alive.
While we could easily rest on the glory of the past, this year our young team wishes to make inclusivity and teamwork the heart of our efforts. As Henry Ford once said: “Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success.”
We believe SJOBA has achieved the first two stages of this journey. Now, our goal is to involve more old boys and their families in every initiative, reigniting the Johnian spirit for the years ahead. With greater participation, we can ensure growth, positivity, and a stronger community - not just this year, but for the future generations of Johnians.
On behalf of the Executive Committee, I extend an open invitation to each of you to be part of SJOBA in whatever way you can. Together, we can make this year truly memorable - for ourselves, for our school, and for the legacy we proudly carry forward.
Looking forward to seeing many more of you at our upcoming events.
Warm regards,
President SJOBA