Sarawak: The National Teachers’ Day celebration, themed ‘Teachers as Drivers of Education Reform,’ will be held in Sarawak next month, emphasising the need for a better national education system. Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek stated that in addition to the six previously announced initiatives to empower teachers, the ministry is focusing on the most fundamental level-improving the classroom schooling system.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Deputy Education Minister Wong Kah Woh and Education Director-General Datuk Azman Adnan were also present at the event. During a press conference, Azman highlighted that the Education Ministry expects the 430,000 teachers across 10,236 schools nationwide to translate their expectations into practical actions and commitment in their roles to develop students. He mentioned that schools are the starting point in educating the country’s 5.2 million children and emphasized the responsibility of educators to nurture holistic individuals-physically, emotionally, spiritually, and intellectually.

Azman further elaborated on the ongoing Gerakan Massa, noting that various activities have been held over the two-day programme since yesterday. The event featured a Health Run with approximately 5,000 participants, several discourse sessions, and a narrative talk by the Education Director-General. Additionally, an education forum included contributions from parents, the community, and the private sector from across the country, along with exhibitions at 62 booths.

He stated that the campaign aims to foster cooperation in the education sector, especially involving communities, parents, and various stakeholders, to continue growing in appreciation for teachers over time. The campaign seeks to raise public awareness of the importance of teachers’ roles in shaping the future of Malaysia’s younger generation and aims to honour and recognise the contributions of teachers by involving parents, communities, and the private sector as strategic partners in education.