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Yusof Ishak Secondary School

School Crest & Motto

Discover the meaning behind our school crest and motto, "Ilmu Suluh Hidup" — Knowledge is the Light of Life.

Last updated 20 July 2026

OUR SCHOOL CREST

Navy blue shield crest with YISS at top, sailboat and wavy sword symbols, banner reading ILMU SULUH HIDUP.

The SAILING BOAT symbolizes the spirit of Discovery and Progress in the high seas of knowledge.

The THREE KRIS represent UNITY among the diverse race of students in the school, INTEGRITY of character and HONOUR in all fields of endeavour.

OUR MOTTO

Ilmu Suluh Hidup

Our school motto “ILMU SULUH HIDUP” (Knowledge is the Light of Life) is written across the face of the scroll at the base of the shield.