Scientific empowerment: Science exhibition attracts student interest
The National Science Exhibition on the theme ‘Prosperity through Scientific Empowerment’ was held at the Colombo National Museum from November 8 to 10, to mark World Science Day. The Education Ministry’s Research and Innovation Branch organised the exhibition. Picture shows a group of students at the exhibition. Pic by Priyanka Samaraweera
Budget allocations to be made for school repairs and development
The Education Ministry is planning to allocate money for infrastructure development and building repairs after a lapse of two years, minister Susil Premajayantha said. He said that due to Covid-19 and the economic crisis, money could not be allocated, but from the budgetary allocations for next year they hope to spend money for urgent development [...]
Primary sections to be given holiday during A/L
A decision to allow primary sections to continue while the GCE (A/L) examination was in progress has been revised following an appeal from the Commissioner General of Examinations Amith Jayasundara. As the Examinations Department would be needing more invigilators, the Department has requested to release teachers from the primary section as well. Accordingly, the Ministry’s [...]
Applications called for scholarship programme
The Indian High Commission in Colombo has called for fresh applications for the Scholarship Programme for Diaspora Children (SPDC). The scheme has been operational since 2006-07. Under this scheme, financial assistance is provided to Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) and Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) for pursuing undergraduate courses in Indian universities and institutes. SPDC includes both [...]
SLFUW AGM on Nov 25
The 82nd annual general meeting of the Sri Lanka Federation of University Women (SLFUW) will be held on Saturday, November 25, at 2 pm, at the SLFUW Auditorium, 96/25, Kitulwatte Road, Borella.
School attendance a must to pass exams: Minister
Education Minister Susil Premajayantha has said that school attendance is a compulsory component for students to pass examinations. “Within the new education process, being present in the classroom will be compulsory, as marks will be given for attendance even at Grade 5 scholarship exam level,” minister Premajayantha said at a function for 2022 scholarship winners [...]
Huawei to help digitisation efforts in education
Education Minister Susil Premajayantha met with Pan Junfeng, Chairman of Huawei South Asia Representative Office recently to advance digitisation efforts in Sri Lanka’s education sector. Minister Premajayantha and Mr Junfeng discussed how Huawei can help the Ministry to improve technological awareness and capabilities among all stakeholders. It was also discussed that steps should be taken [...]
INCOHST 2023 Interschool IoT competition organised by NCHS
Pretty much any object can be transformed into an ‘Internet of Things’ device if it is connected and thereafter controlled by the internet. The term ‘IoT’ is mostly used for devices that wouldn’t usually be generally expected to have an internet connection. INCOHST 2023 “INCHOST 2023” is an IoT (Internet of things) event organised by [...]
Study Global: Empowering You to start your Education Journey in any part of the World A subsidiary of APIIT
Study Global, a subsidiary of Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology (APIIT), has commenced its journey in student placements. Established with the vision to facilitate global educational opportunities. Study Global focuses on promoting student mobility through pathway programmes and direct entries to universities in New Zealand, Australia, the UK, USA, Canada, and Malaysia. Opening Ceremony [...]
Don’t Clean Your Dirty Spectacles with a Dirty Cloth
Cleaning your dirty spectacles with a dirty cloth will certainly damage your lenses and make them even foggier, that it will never give you the opportunity to have a clear vision. This is exactly what I did as a youngster, I sought advice from people who had no answers to their own problems. They were [...]
‘The Poly’ goes into early childhood education
The launch of PolyCampus, a joint venture between Polytechnic Pvt. Ltd. and Edlocate Pvt. Ltd, took place this week. The launch marked a new chapter in the Polytechnic’s long history. The launch ceremony was held at the Atrium Lobby at Cinnamon Grand Colombo on Monday, November 6. The PolyCampus is currently offering courses in Early [...]
Empowering tomorrow’s Leaders with a world renowned Ph.D programme from MSU Malaysia
The Management and Science University (MSU) Malaysia is the best option to enhance your academic resume with a PhD. With the globally recognised of the MSU, this PhD programme provides a great deal of value to your academic resume. Management and Science University (MSU) is a QS Global ranked university focused on building holistic human [...]
The need for ESG instead of CSR
Having the presence of CSR has only increased the temperature of the world over the last 50 years The previous essay emphasised the significance of ESG in contrast to CSR practises alone. The purpose of this week’s article is to alert you to something quite concerning. The anomalies in the worldwide temperature from 1850 and 2023 [...]
ILMA International Girls’ School Marks 35 Years with a Special Commemorative Stamp Launch
The 35th-anniversary celebrations of the esteemed Ilma International Girls’ School was commemorated with a momentous stamp launching ceremony on the 21st of October, 2023, at the school auditorium. Organised by the Sri Lanka Philatelic Bureau of the Department of Posts, the event witnessed the unveiling of a Commemorative Stamp and a First Day Cover, paying [...]
The Art Of Delegation
Introduction – Effective delegation is one of the most valuable skills you can master. Delegation provides several advantages for both leaders and employees. It assists executives in managing their workload and increasing production. It helps employees to identify and develop their strengths and also to work on their weaknesses and to advance to other career [...]
Duty of a teacher is to produce a supercede student
“A new dimension for Teaching Professionals” After your A/L’ s you may be aspiring to be a teacher in order to fulfill your dream and translate your vision to reality. Congratulations! you have made a wise decision in regard to your future career. The reasons to choose teaching Profession could be due to the facts [...]
Institute of Chemistry Ceylon GIC / BSc Examination Level 3 & 4 – Second Semester 2022 Subject Prizes for Best Performances
(Subject to the Confirmation by the Academic Board of the Institute and the Council) Prof. Namal Priyantha & Prof Ayanthi Nawaratne Prize for Advanced Topics in Physical Chemistry I(C/CHE 32012) 205482 Ms. M. M. I. P. Fernando Dharmachandra & Thamarasa Gunawardhana Memorial Prize for Advanced Chromatography (C/CHE 32022) 205479 Mr. N. M. U. A. Nayakarathne Mr. [...]
York International School Wattala Hosts Grand Prefects’ Investiture Ceremony
The York International School Wattala celebrated their prestigious Prefects’ Investiture Ceremony at the Wattala Urban Council recently. The Chief Guest , Prasanna de Silva, SP of Kelaniya Division 1 & Guest of Honor , Caroline Jurie, the esteemed Mrs. World 2020 graced this ceremony . The event also benefited from the presence of with Chief [...]
UCMAS Sri Lanka Gears Up for International Abacus Competition in Malaysia
UCMAS, the renowned Abacus-based Brain Development Programme, is once again going to unite their students from over 80 countries around the world in one spotlight. In December this year, the UCMAS International competition 2023 will be held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. UCMAS Sri Lanka has been diligently preparing for this grand event, and they’re all [...]