Imagine a bright morning in Kuching, the heart of Sarawak. The air is filled with a sense of purpose, especially when the topic turns to the future of this vibrant state. And what’s the key to a bright future? Well, according to Sarawak’s Premier, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, it all starts with the little ones – the children in preschools.
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It was at a special gathering, a “Berambeh Segulai Sejalai” (a night of togetherness) held to celebrate Teacher’s Day, that the Premier shared his vision for Sarawak’s education system. He spoke with passion about the importance of nurturing young minds right from the very beginning. Think of it like planting seeds – if you want a strong and fruitful tree, you need to care for the sapling with the utmost attention.
The Premier emphasized that Sarawak is looking ahead, preparing to navigate the exciting but also challenging world of technology and innovation. To do this, the state needs a generation of knowledgeable individuals, a “modal insan berilmu” as he put it. And he believes the foundation for this lies in the quality of early childhood education.
He even turned to Dato Sri Fatimah Abdullah, the Minister for Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Sarawak, with a clear instruction: take a good look at the preschool curriculum and let’s make sure our teachers are top-notch at every level. Because, as the Premier wisely pointed out, the journey of learning and the formation of a person’s character begins in those early years.
But it’s not just about the little ones. The Premier also highlighted the fundamental role of knowledge in building a strong society and ensuring a successful future, especially in a world that’s becoming increasingly complex and unpredictable. He used a powerful example: Sarawak’s ambitious plan to develop hydrogen technology as a clean energy source. He stressed that to succeed in this, a strong foundation in science is absolutely essential. It’s like saying, if you want to build a spaceship, you need to master the principles of physics first!
The Premier made it clear that the Sarawak government is in it for the long haul. They are committed to continuously strengthening the entire education system, from those crucial early learning years all the way up to higher education. This isn’t just a quick fix; it’s a long-term investment in building a society that’s not only knowledgeable but also forward-thinking.
In his concluding remarks, the Premier beautifully described education as something without boundaries, a continuous responsibility to equip the community with the latest knowledge. It’s about empowering people, raising their standards of living, and ultimately, uplifting human dignity. So, in the heart of Sarawak, a quiet revolution is brewing, one that starts with the youngest learners and aims to build a future where knowledge and innovation pave the way for a brighter tomorrow.
