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Malay Mail
4 days ago
- Politics
- Malay Mail
RM6b school upgrades in Sabah ongoing as new Kalabakan project aims to expand rural education access
KOTA KINABALU, June 29 — The Ministry of Education (MoE) in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence (Mindef), will build a school in Kampung Serudung Laut, Kalabakan under the Jiwa Murni programme to expand access to education for children in remote areas. Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek said the process of establishing the school is currently underway and has received strong support from various parties, including the local community. 'We will ensure that this project proceeds smoothly. I have visited the area during a recent trip and found that the site has very good access, so we will expedite the process,' she told reporters after attending Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka's (DBP) 69th anniversary celebration, here yesterday. The event was officiated by the Yang Dipertua Negeri of Sabah, Tun Musa Aman. Fadhlina added that while waiting for the school to be completed, the ministry has implemented a special programme involving reading classes for students in the area. 'Teachers have been coming in rotation, provided by the Sabah Education Department. So far, about 30 students have joined the classes and we are confident the number will continue to grow over time,' she said. Commenting on dilapidated schools in Sabah, Fadhlina said there are currently 390 projects to upgrade such schools in the state, of which 230 have been completed. 'Another 67 projects are under construction, and 93 are in the pre-construction phase. The total cost for all these projects is RM6.078 billion,' she said. — Bernama
Daily Express
4 days ago
- General
- Daily Express
Expanding education to Sabah's rural areas
Published on: Sunday, June 29, 2025 Published on: Sun, Jun 29, 2025 By: Nora Ahmad Text Size: Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek - pix Bernama Kota Kinabalu: The Education Ministry is intensifying efforts to ensure Sabah is not left behind in education, particularly in rural areas. Its Minister, Fadhlina Sidek, said Sabah remains a priority in the implementation of national education policies and reforms. 'We are committed to addressing issues of access and ensuring no student is left behind,' she said, after attending the 69th anniversary celebration of Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP) at the Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC), Saturday. She said the Ministry is working closely with Ministry of Defence (Mindef) to expand educational access in the interior through a special programme in the state. 'A programme known as ProKhas has been launched in Kg Serudong Laut, Tawau, under Mindef's Jiwa Murni initiative. We're collaborating with Mindef to build a school in Kg Serudong Laut. This joint commitment aims to develop educational facilities in the area with full involvement from the local community,' she explained. Although the construction of the school is still in the planning stage, she said learning sessions have already begun to prevent children from falling behind. 'Reading classes are being conducted by a rotation of teachers provided by the Sabah State Education Department (JPNS). 'During our visit, around 20 to 30 pupils were already attending classes. We are now gathering data to determine the full number of students, with the aim of ensuring consistent attendance. The numbers are expected to increase over time,' she added. Fadhlina also expressed pride in Sabah's recent academic achievements in the Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) examination. 'More than 146 students in Sabah scored a perfect CGPA of 4.0, this is a clear testament to the success of the education reforms we have put in place. 'This achievement will further motivate the MoE to strengthen the implementation of educational programmes, including enhancing the Form Six pathway in the state,' she said. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
New Straits Times
4 days ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Education Ministry, Mindef to build school in remote Kalabakan village
KOTA KINABALU: The Education Ministry (MoE), in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence (Mindef), will build a school in Kampung Serudung Laut, Kalabakan under the Jiwa Murni programme to expand access to education for children in remote areas. Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek said the process of establishing the school is currently underway and has received strong support from various quarters, including the local community. "We will ensure that this project proceeds smoothly. I visited the area during a recent trip and found that the site has very good access, so we will expedite the process," she told reporters after attending Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka's (DBP) 69th anniversary celebration here today. The event was officiated by the Yang di-Pertua Negeri of Sabah, Tun Musa Aman. Fadhlina added that while waiting for the school's completion, the ministry has implemented a special programme involving reading classes for children in the area. "Teachers have been taking turns to teach, provided by the Sabah Education Department. So far, about 30 students have joined the classes, and we are confident the number will continue to grow over time," she said. On the issue of dilapidated schools in Sabah, Fadhlina said there are currently 390 ongoing projects to upgrade such schools across the state, of which 230 have been completed. "Another 67 projects are under construction, while 93 are in the pre-construction phase. The total allocation for these projects is RM6.078 billion," she said.
Barnama
4 days ago
- Politics
- Barnama
MoE, Mindef To Build School In Serudung Laut To Improve Education Access
KOTA KINABALU, June 28 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Education (MoE) in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence (Mindef), will build a school in Kampung Serudung Laut, Kalabakan under the Jiwa Murni programme to expand access to education for children in remote areas. Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek said the process of establishing the school is currently underway and has received strong support from various parties, including the local community. 'We will ensure that this project proceeds smoothly. I have visited the area during a recent trip and found that the site has very good access, so we will expedite the process,' she told reporters after attending Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka's (DBP) 69th anniversary celebration, here today.
The Sun
6 days ago
- General
- The Sun
Education Minister steps in to help teen facing financial struggles
KUALA LUMPUR: A teenager struggling to afford his education at the Teacher Education Institute (IPG) has received support from Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek. The minister confirmed her team is coordinating with the boy's family to ensure he can continue his studies. Fadhlina addressed the issue in a social media post during the Maal Hijrah celebration, thanking those who brought the matter to her attention. 'Alhamdulillah, my team is in touch with the family to make arrangements for this young man to continue his studies at IPG,' she said. She assured the public that the situation has been resolved and called for prayers for the student's success. 'Consider this matter resolved, and let's all pray for his success in his future endeavours. This is the true spirit of hijrah (migration) that we aspire to,' she added. The boy's story gained widespread attention after social media posts highlighted his financial difficulties. Muhammad Syahmi Azril Saidiljamal, 18, was offered a place in the Bachelor of Education programme at IPG Kampus Tuanku Bainun but faced obstacles due to his family's financial situation. His father works as a rubber tapper, while his mother has been battling stage four cancer for over a year. Syahmi was scheduled to register at IPG on August 11 before the intervention. The minister's swift response has provided hope for his academic future.
