Kangar: Mastery of knowledge, the application of effective pedagogy, and a culture of knowledge-sharing and digital skills must continue to be strengthened to ensure the country's education system remains dynamic, relevant, and competitive in the face of changing times.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, the Raja of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Jamalullail, emphasized that due attention must also be given to enhancing students' overall achievement, encompassing knowledge, skills, and the cultivation of karamah insaniah (noble human values). His Royal Highness highlighted that education should not solely focus on academic excellence but serve as a platform to nurture well-rounded individuals who are courteous, knowledgeable, resilient, skilled, and confident, as envisioned in the Malaysia Education Blueprint 2026-2035.
'Fill the minds of the young generation with beneficial knowledge, and adorn their character with noble virtues so that they can shape a bright future,' he said when officiating the new Perlis Education Department building. The event was graced by the presence of the Raja Muda of Perlis Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Jamalullail, the Raja Puan Muda of Perlis Tuanku Dr. Hajah Lailatul Shahreen Akashah Khalil, and Deputy Education Minister Wong Kah Woh.
In his address, Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin underscored the importance of addressing literacy and numeracy issues to ensure every student masters basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills from primary school. He also expressed that the new state Education Department building is not only a landmark for Perlis but will serve as a center of excellence in knowledge, fostering a generation that is knowledgeable, skilled, and possesses first-class thinking.
'I am confident that with these well-equipped and modern facilities, it will become an important platform in strengthening education management, enhancing teachers' professionalism, and boosting student excellence,' he stated. Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin also urged the Perlis Education Department and all educational institutions to strengthen collaboration networks with strategic partners from the government, private sector, higher education institutions, and the community.
'The synergy forged will open up more opportunities for the sharing of expertise, innovation, and prospects that can enhance the quality of education in the state,' he remarked. During the ceremony, the Raja of Perlis presented the 2026 Perlis Teacher of the Year award to Mustaffa Ibrahim and the 2026 Educational Leadership Award to Izmi Ismail.