Stress Management and SPMflix:
A Fun and Interactive Learning Experience at SMK Assunta

On 20th June 2025, a team of trainers from the BAC Education Group under the BAC2SCHOOL Initiative visited SMK Assunta to conduct an engaging session on Stress Management. Students were also introduced to SPMflix, an educational platform designed to support students who will be sitting for their SPM exams. The session, held from 11:00am to 12:20pm, catered to 212 Form 3 and Form 4 students. The programme was coordinated with the assistance of Cikgu Yap, SMK Assunta's school counsellor.

The event began with Ms. Eireen Shaiful Nizam and her team representing BACLearn. They introduced SPMflix, highlighting its features and benefits for students preparing for their exams. To make the session interactive, Ms. Eireen posed a series of simple questions to the students, rewarding correct answers with TGV movie passes. All students received notepads, stickers, and KFC vouchers, adding a fun and rewarding element to the session.

Following the SPMflix segment, the focus shifted to Stress Management, led by the BAC Counselling team - Ms. Valarmathi Selvaraj (Lara), Nurin Amalia Binti Nooresham, Leong Pik Wah, and Chiew Chin Kent (Hayden). Mr. Hayden kicked off this segment with a short physical warm-up to energise the students. Ms. Lara then delivered an insightful talk on stress, its common causes, and simple strategies to manage it. Students were encouraged to share their thoughts and experiences, fostering a supportive and open environment.

Ms. Pik Wah and Ms. Nurin then facilitated a hands-on activity where students were grouped and given two balloons—one to represent stressors and the other de-stressors. After completing their reflections, each group popped their balloons and presented the contents, allowing for a creative and expressive exploration of stress management.

The session was well-received, with high levels of student engagement and participation. The combination of educational content, interactive activities, and thoughtful discussions made the programme both impactful and enjoyable.

The Key Takeaways for this school visit include:

• Introduction to SPMflix as a valuable resource for SPM preparation
• Recognition of common stress factors among students
• Practical strategies to manage and reduce stress
• Creative expression through group activities
• Encouragement of student participation through rewards and presentations