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21st September
‘Highest rate of school dropouts between Year 8 and Year 12’ – Summit
While 99 per cent of students complete primary school, approximately 20 per cent of these students will drop out of school between Year 8 and Year 12. Presenting the Status of Fiji’s Education System report...
Alarming dropout rates and learning gaps revealed
Studies have shown rural children are at a greater risk of failing their numeracy and literacy assessments, says Education Ministry permanent secretary Selina Kuruleca. She said rural students were more likely to drop out of school. “While overall dropout from Year 8 to 12 was approximated at 20 per cent, the rate for rural children...
20th September
Paving the way forward through farming
Any youths are now depending on agriculture as a means to support themselves and their families. With agriculture being one of the most lucrative sectors in Fiji, younger individuals will find financial stability if they invest their time and effort in farming. Many youths have seen the positive impact of farming and have found their...
Law students visit local ministry
Law students from the Western University of Sydney, Australia visited the Ministry of Women, Children and Social Protection’s Corporate Service Division in Suva. The students according to the Ministry were on their study group’s tour in Fiji. The Ministry highlighted that it was approached to brief the law students on the various assistance programs implemented,...
Hardwork pays off
Every Fijian deserves to have equal and affordable access to formal education. This was highlighted by the Education Minister, Aseri Radrodro at the Fiji National University’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Pasifika’ s free short course graduation last week. The students graduated with certificates in domestic electrical installation, basic screen printing, basic cookery,...
The CECOSIE games
The Central Eastern Council of Special and Inclusive Educators (CECOSIE) games had eight special and two inclusive schools participate at their meet last week. The CECOSIE event which is sponsored by McDonald’s was held at the FMF Gymnasium in Suva. Students that were part of the event participated in table tennis, football, boccia (precision ball...
RSMS junior prefects badged
As senior prefects of Ratu Sukuna Memorial School prepare for the upcoming external exams, their leadership roles have been shifted to the newly inducted junior prefects of the school. Last week RSMS had its junior prefects’ induction at the school which signified the change in leadership This activity allows the younger students to take up...
18th September
Pathfinders program targets empowerment of children
The Seventh-day Adventists are walking the talk in teaching their children ages 10 and above about survival skills, first aid skills, traditional protocols and so forth. Known as Pathfinders, more than 500 members were out at Suva’s Albert Park yesterday for the Central and Eastern SDA Pathfinder Fair where they showcased the skills and talents...
