Discussions with UNICEF for primary education development

A discussions was held today (07) between the representatives of the UNICEF and The Minister of Education G.L. Pieris about the future contribution of the UNICEF to take actions for the development of primary education in Sri Lanka.   The UNICEF expressed their willingness at this occasion to submit all expected proposals that should be implemented
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‘Let’s explore new dimensions for literacy development’ – The Minister of Education, Professor G.L. Pieris

The world literacy day celebrated this year on the theme of learning and teaching of literacy during and beyond the covid 19 situation is showing the new dimensions of the development of literacy in all countries in comparison with the previous years. At the 14th session of UNESCO general assembly held on 26th of October
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“The objective of new education reforms is to create children with practical skills for overcoming the challenges through the education system.” – The Minister of Education G. L. Pieris

The Minister of Education G.L. Pieris says that the objective of new education reforms is to create through the system of education the children empowered with practical skills for overcoming the challenges using the logical intelligence and the analytical skills not being limited to the subject knowledge they acquired learning by heart.  The minister expressed
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Holding of grade 5 scholarship examination, G.C.E. Advanced Level examination and G.C.E. Ordinary Level examination scheduled for 2020

It has been decided to hold the grade 5 scholarship examination on 11.10.2020 that is scheduled to be held in the year 2020 and the General Certificate of Education Advanced Level examination will be held from 12th October to 06th of November. Accordingly, the schools will be closed from 10th October to 08th of November
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U.N. SYSTEM TO SUPPORT SKILLS DEVELOPMENT IN EDUCATION

Professor G. L. Peiris, Minister of Education, held comprehensive discussions on support for the education system in Sri Lanka with Ms. Hanna Singer, Head of the United Nations System of Sri Lanka, and senior members of her staff. Minister Peiris pointed out the urgent need to respond to the increased demand for opportunities in vocational
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Valid time of the uniform vouchers issued to grade one students is extended

The Ministry of Education has decided to extend the valid time of the school uniform vouchers issued to grade one students in all government schools for the year 2020 until 30.09.2020. The valid time of these vouchers was due to be ended on 31.08.2020 and this decision has been taken in order to give more
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Steps to enroll children to sport schools prioritizing the sports skills…

Four students of Paragoda Sri Gunarathana junior school have been able to bring six medals to Sri Lanka from the Open Karate and Jikkondo Tournament in India. They have not been given so far an opportunity to enter to a sports school for pursuing their education while further developing their sport skills.  A special meeting
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Reopening of government and government approved private schools closed due to Covid 19 pandemic

The Ministry of Education has decided to reopen the government and government approved private schools which were closed due to the spread of Covid 19 virus.  Accordingly, the necessary instructions have been provided to Provincial Chief Secretaries, Provincial Education Secretaries, Provincial Directors of Education, Zonal Directors of Education, Heads of the Pirivenas and the Principals
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The discussion held by Hon. Minister of Education G.L. Peiris with the officers of University Grants Commission, the Ministry of Higher Education, Vice-Chancellors of the Universities and the Presidents of National Colleges of Education.

Hon. Minister of Education Professor G.L. Pieris had several meetings separately with the officers of University Grants Commission, the Ministry of Higher Education, Vice-Chancellors of the Universities and the Presidents of National Colleges of Education. The matters relating to reopening of universities that were closed in the face of Covid 19 and how to maintain
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New Education Secretary Assumes Duties

Professor K.K.C.K Perera who has been appointed as the new Secretary to the Ministry of Education assumed his duties in the morning today (17) at the ministry. Professor K.K.C.K Perera had been serving as the Vice Chancellor of the University of Moratuwa and he has also served as the Dean of the Engineering Faculty of
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