Telang Usan rep expresses high appreciation to rural teachers in Baram
MIRI: Telang Usan assemblyman Dennis Ngau salutes the commitment and dedication of teachers serving at rural schools across Baram, many of which are without adequate facilities including those meant for teaching.
According to him, 63 out of 73 schools in Baram District are located in the remote pockets of the vast area.
“The geography and topography features of the area are very challenging. It takes strength and sacrifice for anyone to come and impart skills and knowledge towards human capital development.
“I salute the rural teachers and appreciate their courage in travelling for long hours and traversing the rivers to reach their schools. They are dedicated to their profession and play a huge role in building and preparing a future generation with competitiveness and ability to contribute to progress of the state and country,” he spoke at the Baram District Education Department Excellence Service Awards 2017 here Thursday.
In congratulating the 136 recipients, the assemblyman said the award was an acknowledgement of and recognition for their sacrifices and contributions in human capital development.
“Therefore, this award should be the motivation and encouragement for you to continue delivering your best.”
The event was also attended by Baram District Education officer Seripah Azizah Wan Hussain and her deputy Jalong Wan.