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Elementary School Deputy Principal Ken Schunk has made an impact on the lives of countless students and educators over the 33 years of his career spent at Singapore American School. Through his tireless efforts and unwavering commitment to providing our community members with extraordinary care, Mr. Schunk has left an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of those who have had the privilege of knowing him. Join us as we celebrate the legacy of Ken Schunk!

It has been an amazing journey working with Ken Schunk for the past 33 years and he will be greatly missed by our students, parents, faculty, and staff. He has continued to demonstrate everything that is true about our school in terms of offering extraordinary care for our students, demonstrating the school's core values through each interaction he has with clientele, and bringing joy and purpose to his work each day…I know that his time has left an indelible mark on all who have crossed his path and on the footprint of this organization. Congratulations and thanks again for your friendship and longtime service.

Mr. Schunk, thank you for your big contributions to SAS in the past 33 years! Thank you for guiding the students through their elementary years. SAS will not be the same without you! You will be missed a lot. All of the best!

You were great fun to work with Ken! You were “Simply the best!”

Career Milestones: A Timeline of Ken Schunk’s Professional Journey

Born in Marshfield, Wisconsin

Earned his bachelor’s degree in psychology from Eau Claire University, master’s degree in school psychology from Stout State University, and specialist degree in school administration from the University of South Carolina

1992–94: Worked at Escuela Campo Alegre in Caracas Venezuela as a pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade psychologist and coordinator of special services

1988–92: Joined SAS at the Ulu Pandan campus as a preschool through eighth grade counselor/psychologist

1994: Returned to SAS as a preschool through eighth grade counselor/psychologist

1995: Appointed as an elementary school deputy principal

My daughter (who is now 22 years old) still cherishes a photo of you and her when every single day you would greet her and her classmates when the bus reaches SAS. You are a LEGEND!

You are an awesome deputy principal!

It has been an honor to work with you Ken and learn from the positive and energetic work attitude you have displayed on a daily basis. Your compassion and wisdom has been an inspiration on a professional and personal level.

1996: SAS transitioned from the Ulu Pandan and King’s Road campuses to the current Woodlands campus

1997: The launch of “HopA-Long Hoss and Shoo-Fly Schunk” Elementary school Principal David Hoss and Deputy Principal Ken Schunk started a puppet show that imparted SAS’s core values to their students

2022-23: Celebrated his 43rd year in education and his 33rd school year at SAS. He has served under six different superintendents

Mr. Schunk’s passion for education and love for his students have made him an integral part of the SAS community, and he will be greatly missed. We can all take inspiration from his legacy of service and dedication as we strive to make a positive impact on the lives of those around us, just as he has done for members of our community during his tenure at SAS. As Mr. Schunk moves on to his next chapter in life, the SAS community wishes him all the best!

Once an Eagle, always an Eagle…

Scan this QR code to watch a special interview with Ken Schunk in which he shares his experiences, insights, and reflections on what has made his time at SAS both challenging and fulfilling. Share your well wishes and messages as well!