Mbokona Community High School Receives a New Science Laboratory funded by Australian and New Zealand governments

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Mbokona Community High School has received a new science laboratory, a project generously funded by the Australian and New Zealand governments in partnership with the Ministry of Education and Human Resource Development (MEHRD) through the Education Sector Support Program.

The SBD1.5 million infrastructure project, constructed by Kabs Construction, provides a cutting-edge facility designed to enhance students' learning experiences by offering a dedicated space for acquiring new skills and concepts through practical engagement.


Australia Foreign Minister, Senator Penny Wong had brief conversation with Mbokona CHS Science student. (Image provided by MEHRD)

Principal Basil Wasiia expressed his gratitude and emphasized the importance of this addition.

He said, "The science lab acquisition addresses a critical infrastructure need that Mbokona Community High School has lacked for the past 22 years. We can now offer a full science curriculum to our high school students every year."

"Science laboratories provide students with the necessary resources to develop critical analytical and qualitative skills. These skills are essential for producing research outcomes to build the Solomon Islands' economy and address future challenges."

Mr. Wasiia also praised the collaborative efforts of all stakeholders involved, stating, "Stakeholder collaborative partnership is the bedrock to achieving our collective goals through strengthened collaboration and renewed partnership going forward in the near future."

The new science laboratory will benefit the school's 1,106 students, including 522 girls and 584 boys, and its 55 teachers, comprising 41 females and 14 males.

The project's successful completion was celebrated with a special handover ceremony, attended by prominent figures such as the Minister of Education, Honourable Tozen Leokana MP; Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong; New Zealand High Commissioner Jonathan Schwass; and school community members.

New Zealand High Commissioner Jonathon Schwass observes Mbokona Community High School Science students conducting a science experiment (Image provided by MEHRD).

With this new facility, Mbokona Community High School is better equipped to meet its students' educational needs. This initiative exemplifies the ongoing partnership between the Solomon Islands, Australian, and New Zealand governments, which continues to improve access to quality education through enhanced school infrastructure for all children in the Solomon Islands.

The Solomon Islands Education Sector Support Program (ESSP) provides the strategic direction and implementation arrangements for the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT), and the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) combined investment to support the Solomon Islands Government to implement its Education Strategic Framework (ESF) 2016-2030 and the National Education Action Plan.

Media Release | Solomon Islands Education Sector Support Program

 

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