Lessons to Learn from Teachers’ Strike
This week’s strike by teachers crippled educational activities in many of the schools except some of the areas in the North and East. Scenes captured during the strike. Pix by Hiran Priyankara Jayasinghe
National Content Development Centre to design software for O/L, A/L: Akila Viraj
The Ministry of Education (MoE) is to set up a National Content Development Centre (NCDC) to design software required for GCE O/L and A/L students. “The NCDC, under the purview of the MoE, will be established in Kuliyapitiya, with a US$ 35 million loan provided under an agreement signed with the Korean Government, which will [...]
2013 English O/L ‘B’ becomes ‘A’ on Apex Court order
The Examination Department (ED) last week, in keeping with the Supreme Court (SC) Order of January 2019, has dispatched the amended version of a Result sheet to an Ordinary Level student who sat the exams in 2013. The Results sheet was amended to read her English Language grade as ‘A’, following the student challenging her [...]
Teacher Unions threaten strike action if demands not met
Teacher Unions have threatened to resume trade union action during the next term, if they fail to receive favourable responses to their demands, including clearing salary arrears. Ceylon Teacher Services Union General Secretary Mahinda Jayasinghe said their trade union action conducted this week was successful, but failed to draw a response from the Ministry of [...]
Sinhala, Tamil Literary works to be translated for North, South students
Literary works both Sinhala and Tamil writers, are to be translated and made available to students in the South and North, under a programme of the National Library & Documentation Services Board, said its Chairman P.M. Deepal Chandrarathna. He said they have selected at least 12 Literary works of prominent writers from the North and [...]
Science for Life – To thrive beyond scholarly career
‘Science for Life’- a project organised by Scintilla – the Nuclear Science Society of the University of Colombo, was to give students a better understanding of what real Science is. The Workshop, held on March 8, at Bandarawela Central College, targeting Advanced Level (AL) Science students, covered many facets of basic Science and its theoretical [...]
Rural schoolchildren will suffer the most
I refer to your lead article in the Education Times of March 10, on the above subject. To many readers, this would appear to be a very reasonable course of action, for the Department of Education to take, when the Department is short of funds to invest on Education. While our politicians help themselves to [...]
Nuwara Eliya art competition sees students shine
An art competition and exhibition for students of several age groups was held in Nuwara Eliya recently. The winner of the Under 12 category was Buditha Madhubashana of Shri Sathyonanda Vidyalaya. The winner of the Under 15 category was Harshani Dissanayaka of Good Shepherd Convent, while the winner of the Under 19 category was Rahaswari [...]
Sangamitta Balika centenary walk
A walk to mark the centenary celebrations of Sangamitta Balika Vidyalaya, Galle was held recently with the participation of students, teachers and past pupils. Pix by Sirangika Lokukarawita
Richmond-Mahinda joint cycle parade
The Richmond-Mahinda joint cycle parade ahead of the big match took place recently. Pix by Sirangika Lokukarawita.
Diamond Jubilee celebrations of Sri Jayewardenepura University
The University of Sri Jayewardenepura (USJP) will hold a series of events to celebrate its 60th anniversary, which falls on April 2, 2019. The Diamond Jubilee celebrations will include a blood donation camp tomorrow (18) at the USJP’s Sumangala Hall, from 8 am-5 pm. This will be followed by a ‘Health & Wealth Camp’ on [...]
Progressive Professional Forum Seminar on Mar.17
The Seminar organised by the Progressive Professional Forum will be held on March 17, at 4.30pm, at the Sri Lanka Foundation Institute. Business Economic Senior Professor of University of Colombo, H.D. Karunarathna, Chartered Engineer Dr Lionel Pinto former chairman of Sri Lanka Vocational Training Authority, Rohan Perera, former visiting lecturer of University of Westminister, UK, [...]
Young chess players qualify to represent Sri Lanka
Rajiva Arundi Beminiyawatta and Chamath Viditha Jayalath of Minneriya Primary school (Grade 3) have qualified to represent Sri Lanka at the forthcoming Asian Youth Chess Championship to be held in Kalutara this year. The two students were trained by Sajith Thilakaratne and Udayangani Weerasinghe.
WITH MEASA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (MIT)
Mr. Priyantha Palapathwala, Managing Director of MEASA Consulting, a global technology and management consulting company is also the founder and the CEO of MIT. Mr. Palapathwala is a Chartered Engineer by profession and has 25 years professional experience in technology consultancy, management and higher education in the Middle East, Asia Pacific and South Asia. According [...]
After A/L’s, Invest in your Future @ ICBT Campus…
ICBT Campus the leader in private sector education in Sri Lanka has been offering great opportunities for students to obtain world class foreign Degrees in many disciplines since 1999. In association with some of the best British Universities, ICBT Campus offers Bachelor’s Degrees in IT, Business Management, Quantity Surveying , Engineering & Psychology. Studying at [...]
Start your Business Degree in Sri Lanka & complete in Germany
Complete two years of your studies at ANC Education and complete your final year with the 3rd leading business school in Germany, Cologne Business School (CBS). ANC’s unique German transfer programme is first of its kind to be offered in Sri Lanka and allows students to study the entire program in English. This program gives [...]
Empowering School Level Leaders in IoT
INCOHST 2019 was an IoT (Internet of things) event organised by Nawaloka College of Higher Studies to create awareness about IoT among Sri Lankan school students and also to make a stage for Young innovators to invent IoT based solutions, catering different social needs. The event was held successfully for the second year running. The [...]
After O/Levels Start your University Degree at ANC & Graduate at 21
The ordinary level examination is a milestone in every student’s life. It marks the end of a great chapter in secondary education and most importantly the O/Level qualification provides direct admission into tertiary education – the beginning of a new chapter. The period leading up to Ordinary Levels is the crucial time to take the [...]
The RIC Mooting Team Shines at the Vis Moot Competition in Bahrain
The Mooting Team of the Royal Institute of Colombo (RIC) emerged as the Runners-Up among 17 countries at the Willem C. Vis Middle Eastern International Commercial Arbitration Pre-Moot Competition (The Vis Moot), held from the 5th to the 9th of March 2019, in Bahrain. The RIC team comprising of Chirasthi Seneviratne, Harish Balakrishnan, Iranthi Walgama, [...]
Big dreams need big opportunities!
“International Education Fair 2019” Australia/France/ Malaysia/USA/Canada/Belarus/India/Nepal International Education Fair (IEF) 2019 is the one-stop destination for unbiased professional education and career advice. Are you planning to become a Medical Doctor, Engineer, Business Professional, Microbiologist, Genetic Engineer, Bio Medical Scientist, IT Expert? Or are you still considering your options after A/Level or O/Level exams? Or like [...]
The Deakin University, Australian Transfer Programme now offered at AIC Campus
AIC Campus the leader in higher education in Sri Lanka has opened another chapter in higher education by partnering with the Deakin University, Australia. Deakin University has ranked among the top 1% of universities worldwide. This milestone partnership makes AIC Campus in the Sri Lanka, where an educational institution to partner with a highest ranked [...]
LPU becomes Sri Lankan student’s most preferred education destination in North India
Lovely Professional University, also known as LPU is the largest single campus university in India, with more than 30000 students, over 4000 faculty and staff, offering more than 200 programmes. The university campus exhibits rich diversity as the academic staff and students come from all 29 states of India and more than 50 countries of [...]
Gateway College Alumni launch Australia Chapter
The Australia Chapter of the Gateway College Alumni was successfully launched on the 1st of March in Melbourne. The first overseas chapter to be installed by any international school in Sri Lanka was attended by over a hundred that also included a few past teachers too. Mrs. Rohini Alles, Managing Director of the Gateway Group graced [...]
CA Sri Lanka conducts three day residential programme to strengthen soft skills of future chartered accountants
With a vision aimed at ensuring future Chartered Accountants are holistic professionals equipped with the necessary soft skills to steer the corporate world, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) recently conducted a three day residential programme for the benefit of aspiring chartered accountants. The programme held at the Sanctuary House, [...]
The biggest adventure you can ever take is to live the life of your dreams
For many of us, owning your own hospitality business or taking up a managerial role in an international Hotel Chain is one of those dreams. We at AAH will help you make your dreams come true. Remember to take time to enjoy the dream, with all the stresses it entails, because when you look back, [...]
ACCA concludes another successful New Member Ceremony
ACCA Sri Lanka held its New Members Ceremony 2019 at the Union Ballroom Hilton Colombo Residencies to celebrate the achievement of new ACCA members, who have attained the membership recently. The ceremony commenced with the welcome address, delivered by the Chairman of the Member Network panel, Mr.Suren Rajakarier who welcomed the new members to the [...]
Medical Scholarships for Higher Achievers
No.1 Medical Placement Centre in Sri Lanka If you ask a student who has just got his results after his A/L’s or O/L’s you will find out the age they are in is the most confusing phase in their life to make a correct yet wise decision. The way forward in terms of higher studies [...]
Malaysia Education Exhibition March 2019 concluded successfully
The biannual Malaysian Education exhibition organized by International Scholar Educational Services (Pvt) Ltd and Winning Magnitude Malaysia was held at Cinnamon Grand on 09th & 10th March 2019. The exhibition was organized for the 13th consecutive year with the participation of around 10 reputed Malaysian universities and institutes and was well attended. His Excellency Tan [...]
Hospitality and Tourism Management Career Networking Day
Australasian Academy of Hospitality (AAH) the leading Hospitality Management higher education provider in Sri Lanka will hold a networking event for students who have completed their Ordinary Level and Advanced level examination to gain a comprehensive knowledge about Career opportunities in the fastest growing industry in Sri Lanka and in the world. The Networking event [...]
Josephian Vehicle Parade 2019
With a proud history of over 100 years, St. Joseph’s College has sheltered thousands of scholars and has mentored young minds to become great leaders and role models in Sri Lanka and all over the world. In celebration of her greatness, the Old Boy Association organised their annual ‘Josephian Vehicle Parade’ to be held [...]
ANC Students Celebrate the Holi Festival of Colour
The Holi festival of colour is an illuminating and joyful annual celebration of ANC Education that bring together the entire student body in a spirit of colourful festivities. Every year the Holi festival is an exciting and joyous time for students and the freshman students, juniors and seniors together with the ANC branch campus students [...]
La Trobe University, Australia in partnership with SLIIT Academy
La Trobe is one of the top three Universities in Victoria, one of the top dozen nationally and one of the top 500 internationally. They recently held their recognition of SLIIT Academy foundation programmes on 21st February, 2019 at SLIIT, Malabe with delegates from La Trobe University, Australia, Professor Kerri Lee Krause – Deputy Vice [...]
Annual Prize Giving of Vidura College Kalutara Branch a huge success
The Annual Prize Giving of Vidura College Kalutara Branch was held on 14th March 2019 at Divisional Secretariat Dodangoda for the Academic year 2018. The Chief Guest of this prestigious event was Mr. H.D. Dharmasekara a Senior Lecturer of Pasdunrata National College of Education. The Guest of Honour Dr. Indika Wanninayake the Director National Hospital [...]
Importance of diplomacy
In the present-day context, it is pretty much impossible for someone to live in complete isolation. The advancements in technology, specially that to the information and communications field has had remarkable impact on human networks and connectivity. The formidable geographical barriers of the world have largely been bridged as a result of such technology to [...]
Make an Impact with Powerful Presentations and Speeches
The ability to give powerful speeches and deliver effective presentations is key for anyone to shine in their organisational and social setting. The terms “Public Speaking” and “Presentation Skills”, relate to communication skills that convey leadership and persuasion. Those with dynamic public speaking skills, better persuasion and confidence stand out as leaders. The art of effective [...]
Study MBBS/ MD in Russia
Russian Educational Center (REC) together with the Cultural Section of the Russian Embassy has been directing Sri Lankan students for Medicine/Dentistry/Engineering for more than 20 years and has become the number 01 Foreign Educational Provider in the country with the excellent service given to the nation. REC in collaboration with several world renowned universities from [...]
Value of Microsoft Certification –MOS, MCSA, MCSE and MCSD – Highly paid Job Opportunities in Sri Lanka
This is an exciting time to get certified Microsoft certification paths reflect today’s cloud-focused jobs, helping you to get hired, get ahead, be productive faster, and to receive the recognition you deserve. Why get certified? Certifications give you a professional edge by providing globally recognised industry endorsed evidence of skills mastery, demonstrating your abilities and [...]
Refurbished Ratnapura District Vocational Training Centre given back to students
Being a developing country, in Sri Lanka more than 300,000 students sit for Advance Level examination every year. Out of this lot, only a few students around 30,000 are given the opportunity of higher education in the state universities. From the rest, some seek private educational institutes for higher education or find available opportunities at overseas. [...]
KDU Alumnus win two Gold Medals at the MD Surgery Selection Examination – 2019
Captain (Dr) JHPWB Jayamaha topped the batch in the first attempt at recent MD Surgery selection examination winning two Gold Medals: Dr P. R. Anthonis Gold Medal for Basic Sciences in Surgery and Professor P. S. S. Panditharathne Gold Medal for Anatomy, for his outstanding performance. He is a proud product of General Sir John [...]
Study cookery at PBRS –“NZ training establishement of the year” 2014, 2016, 2017 & 2018 through Rivil International
PBRS, The Professional Business and Restaurant School has been winning the coveted “ NZ Training Establishment of the year“ for consecutive 4 years by achieving the highest medals at the NZ Hospitality Championships 2018, 2017, 2016 & 2014 organized by the NZ CHEFS ASSOCIATION INC. NZChefs is the “National Association” representing professional chefs, cooks and [...]
Apex International Institute rewarded Educational Excellence at Inaugural Abdul Kalam Awards conducted by Vishwam Campus
The Dr. Abdul Kalam College of Management Technology – India in partnership with Vishwam Campus – Sri Lanka selected Apex Institute Kiribathgoda for the “Education Excellence” Award 2019 for their outstanding contribution for education of the country Apex International Institute Kiribathgoda who recently celebrated five years was rewarded with eight Educational Excellence Awards at the [...]
Royal College Group of 2004 celebrates 15 years in style
The Group of 2004 of Royal College Colombo (RCG ‘04) celebrated its 15th year anniversary while continuing with the commitment of the group’s members with successful projects. The RCG ‘04 ended a successful year in 2018 by completing three projects, which received high praise from the school authorities. ‘It was just over 15 years ago [...]
Reminiscing Prof JNO Fernando
The 4th Death Anniversary Commemoration of the beloved Prof. Jerence Nansel Oleap Fernando was held last Friday, the 8th of March 2019, at the Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, Rajagiriya. The day began with a Heel Daana to the temple adjacent to the Institute followed by other religious proceedings of Hindu, Islamic and Catholic base. A [...]
Gateway wins Netball Crown
Gateway College was unmatched in the Inter-International Schools Under-20 Girls’ Netball Championship that was organised by Ilma International School. Gateway College beat Ilma at the final after defeating Lyceum Wattala at the semis. To the team’s credit, most matches were won with considerable margins. In the final, Gateway Colombo beat Ilma19-7. In the semi-final, Gateway [...]
Royal College emerge champions at Circuit Meet 2019
Creating a winning sentiment in the athletic season, Royal College Colombo emerged as champions with 206 points at the Circuit Meet – Borella Division which was held at Sugathadasa Stadium from March 12 to 13. Joint runners-up were Ananda College, Colombo and D.S. Senanayake College, Colombo with 96 points.
STC Mt. Lavinia are unbeaten All Island under 19 TT champs
S. Thomas’ College, Mount Lavinia won the All Island Inter School Under 19 table tennis team championship with an unbeaten record when they beat Kingswood College, Kandy 3 – 2 in the finals held at S. Thomas’ College indoor stadium on Monday. Champion team was led by Saviru along with Dinusha Asela Yohan and Ratnayake [...]
Curtain brings down on 2nd contest
With Royal College emerging winners in the key Under-20 clash with Nalanda College, the curtain came down of the second Triangular Volleyball Tournament 2019, organised by the Royal College Union Volleyball Advisory and Management Committee at the Royal College Sports Complex last Tuesday. Participated by Royal College, Ananda College and Nalanda College, the two-day competition [...]
Wesley College Colombo launched their Singer Schools Rugby League 2019 run in ceremonial fashion last week
Former All Blacks great Rodney So’oialo, who is currently in the country on a brief stint with Trinity College graced the jersey awarding ceremony held at the college main hall. The playing jersey for the captain Murshid Zubair handed over by his father Zubair Dooray, a former Wesley represent who went on to play for [...]
Jithara and Senura adjudged Most Outstanding Players
Jithara Warnakulasuriya of Ladies’ College, Colombo and Anandian Senura Silva were adjudged the Most Outstanding Players at the Junior National Table Tennis Championships staged at the Indoor Stadium of the Panagoda Sri Lanka Army tables last weekend. Conducted by the Table Tennis Association of Sri Lanka a total number of 455 participants, both boys and [...]
Technique before Speed
As my holiday was little longer, I visited Swimming Clubs and attended Swimming Meets in Sri Lanka, to understand where and how the swimmers and coaches need to improve. I assisted some swimming clubs with land training, Strokes corrections of their swimmers and as a result, some swimmers improved by four seconds within a month. [...]
Ilma IGS to host Under-14 TISSL International Schools Netball Tournament
The Inter-International School Under-14 Netball Tournament, hosted by Ilma International Girls’ School (IIGS) will be held on March 19, at the Sugathadasa Indoor Stadium. The event is open to all the schools that come under the TISSL (The International Schools of Sri Lanka) umbrella and the 2019 edition will witness the participation of thirteen such [...]
Sri Lanka Jeet Kune Do honours South Asian trainer
Sri Lanka Jeet Kune Do Martial Art Academy Dehiwala branch Senior Instructor Sifu Dinesh Dharmasena handing over a token of gratitude to TW JKD Jukin Marshilo Team South Asian Instructor, Sifu Shiva Bahadur Thapa, after a special training session conducted for the local students at Jayasinghe Hall in Dehiwala on February 17. The Chief Instructor [...]
ATG official Jersey sponsor of Colombo Synergy Rugby Academy for 2019
Sri Lanka’s leading glove manufacturer ATG Group of Companies signed up as the official jersey sponsor of Colombo Synergy Rugby Academy (CSRA) for year 2019, 2019 at ATG Group’s headquarters in the Katunayaka Export Processing Zone. CSRA is one of the pioneering academies in the island focussing on the development and promotion of the sport [...]