graduation

Technical Skills Development in Manus

Nineteen students graduated with an internationally recognized Certificate II in Construction qualification. At the same time, nine staff members of Manus Training Centre (MTC) completed International Skills Training (IST) TVET Trainer and Assessor certificates, contributing to their capacity as training staff.

“Manus faces limited educational opportunities. Therefore, initiatives like these are crucial for our locals, particularly students from the first and second cohorts of the Certificate II in Construction program,” said Paul Buka, MTC Manager.

Rare graduation amidst tribal fighting

The principal of the school, Betty Pako Leo, said this year is a special graduation because it has been a tough year with the tribal fights going on in the district and throughout the province. The school successfully graduated nine Grade Eight students this year despite the tribal fighting that lasted for months, resulting in the burning of hundreds of houses and leaving tens of thousands as refugees in the Wapenamanda District. Even students from the affected areas managed to graduate this year.

OTML empowers women

The ceremony, held on November 22nd and 29th in Tabubil, featured two sessions to accommodate the diverse work rosters of the participants.

The RISE Program, initiated in 2021, marked its third cohort this year, offering a comprehensive 7-month curriculum aimed at empowering and developing female employees for their current roles and future promotional opportunities. A total of 90 women employees have now completed the program, demonstrating OTML's dedication to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce.

BbP celebrates graduates

The event was graced by notable figures including Chairperson Anna Bais, deputy chair Ruby Kerepa, Treasurer Michelle Hauofa, CPL Group Marketing Manager Christopher Lam, City Pharmacy Marketing manager Momo Carol Ako, and CPL Foundation Project Coordinator Regil Wanwanji.

Commencing with opening prayers, the ceremony took a delightful turn when 5-year-old Miss Cecilia Baia captivated the audience by reading a Buk bilong Pikinini-published reader titled “My Village: Tatana Island.”

A Million Dreams – Bosconians Graduate

About 382 students walked into the Kurongku hall to participate in the 26th graduation for Grade 12 and the Industrial Training Course on Wednesday 15th November.

It was also the 22nd Graduation ceremony for the Employment Oriented Skills Development Training.

Don’t let ‘circumstances drag you down’

This was the encouragement given to the Grade 12 graduating students of Lae Secondary School yesterday by the acting Prime Minister and Lae MP, John Rosso.

428 grade 12 students graduated yesterday under the theme: ‘Quality citizens through quality education’.

While speaking to them, Rosso outlined the values that will guide them in their future endeavour; perseverance, dedication, determination, hard work, desire, discipline and loyalty.

CITTI PNG graduates 2nd batch

Institute Director, Zackery Kipsy made this statement during the second graduation of 35 students on Saturday 11th November at the Malibu estate campus, Limki.

CITTI shares the eastern end border with the University of Technology in West Taraka, Lae, Morobe province.

Out of the 35 graduates, six were female students. Technical courses students studied covered electrical, auto mechanical, electoral technology, heavy equipment fitter, building and carpentry.

88 build TVET careers with APTC qualifications

Among them was a male graduate living with disability who graduated with Certificate III in Carpentry (CPC30220).

Twenty-six women were also featured at the graduation ceremony, which took place at the APTC Campus in Port Moresby recently.

The proud graduates attained Australian qualifications in Carpentry, Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology, Commercial Cookery, Individual Support, Construction, Leadership & Management, Hospitality, Tourism, Applied Fashion Design and Technology, and International Skills Training (IST) Trainer and Assessor courses.

Hoiebia Secondary celebrates 6th graduation

Despite Hela Province's tribal conflicts, the Hoiebia community values institutions like the church and NGOs for bringing essential services to villages. Hoiebia Secondary School is run by the United Church.

Principal Mark Harabe expressed gratitude for community support, noting the school's success in sending students to tertiary institutions over the past five years.

Maprik Secondary’s 49th graduation

The 49th grade 10 graduation witnessed 252 students successfully completing their studies. Additionally, the 12th graduation ceremony for grade 12 students saw 216 graduates, and the 2nd graduation for FODE students engaged in correspondence studies.

Senior Secondary School Inspector Ben Suming emphasized the importance of education as a catalyst for change. He encouraged graduates to be the change they wish to see.