Student involvement instils good values and self-discipline
Published on: Monday, October 28, 2019
By: Mardinah Jikur
SANDAKAN: Involvement of students in programmes such as camping educate them to be more independent and also serve as a basis for instilling good values and self-discipline.
District Assistant Education Officer, Student Talent Development Unit, Student Development Sector, Suriyansyah Yunus said it also give students an opportunity to showcase their talents and abilities.
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She said this when representing District Education Officer Sharif Mahada Sharif Attar when officiating at the Sabah Branch Girls Guide 2019 organised by Malaysian Girl Guides Association, Sabah Branch at SK Merpati that was held for three days from Oct 25.
Also present were District Commissioner, Wong Chien Ha, and camp commander, Zuraini Zakaria.
Some 110 girl guides participated in the programme.
Participants consist of primary three to primary six students from nine districts that include Sandakan, Tawau, Lahad Datu, Tuaran, Kota Kinabalu, Papar, Beaufort, Kota Belud and Kudat.
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The activities include a visit to the Sandakan Garden, watching video clips, exercise and crafts.
Zuraini said the camp was an annual programme and Sandakan was selected to host it this year.
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“The programme was aimed at fostering a sense of tolerance, accountability and respect for the environment among the members.
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