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Education Sector and Marketing & Communications Roles Lead Singapore’s Job Market Recovery

foundit (formerly Monster APAC & ME), one of Asia’s leading jobs and talent platforms, today published the foundit Insights Tracker (fit) Singapore for September 2024. The Singapore fit report highlights growth in the Education sector and a surge in demand for Marketing & Communications professionals.

The tracker reveals an overall year-on-year (YoY) decline of 5% in hiring activity across sectors, as the index dropped from 116 in September 2023 to 110 in September 2024. However, a month-on-month (MoM) analysis indicates a notable 7% surge, with an index of 103 recorded in August 2024.

Commenting on Singapore’s job trends for September 2024, Sekhar Garisa, CEO, foundit, said, “The September 2024 foundit Insights Tracker reveals significant shifts in Singapore’s job market. Despite a yearly decline, the recent month-on-month growth is a promising sign of recovery. As businesses adapt to changing market conditions, hiring priorities are evolving. Marketing roles are becoming increasingly important as companies focus on data-driven strategies and personalised customer experiences to boost brand engagement and drive growth.”

Education sector leads industry growth, while Retail/Trade and Logistics and Import/Export sectors show improvements

The Education sector has emerged as the frontrunner in e-recruitment activity among all monitored industries, showing a 4% MoM growth in September 2024. This growth is fueled by investments from both the government and private sector.

Following the Education sector, the Retail/Trade and Logistics sector and the Import/Export sector both showed positive trends with a 3% MoM growth each in September 2024.

Several sectors face challenges with declining or stagnant hiring trends

While some sectors showed growth, others faced challenges in the job market. The BFSI sector experienced a sequential decline in demand, registering a 2% MoM drop and ranking lowest in hiring activity.

The Advertising, Market Research, Public Relations, Media, and Entertainment sector saw a marginal decrease of 1% MoM, following a period of higher recruitment activity last month.

Several sectors remained stagnant in their hiring activities. The Shipping/Marine, Consumer Goods/FMCG, Engineering, Construction, Real Estate, and Oil and Gas sectors showed no change (0% MoM growth) in their hiring patterns.

Marketing & Communications leads growth in functional roles

In terms of functional roles, Marketing & Communications professionals witnessed the highest demand in September 2024, with a remarkable 44% YoY growth and a 30% MoM increase. This trend is attributed to the changing marketing dynamics and a strong focus on omnichannel strategies, significantly boosting demand for roles in content management.

Purchase/Logistics/Supply Chain roles also showed strong growth, recording a 29% MoM increase. Finance & Accounts roles saw an 11% MoM increase, while Legal roles continued their positive trend with a 9% MoM growth.

However, Sales & Business Development roles saw a significant decline of 13% on a month-on-month basis. This shift is observed in most sectors as businesses are increasingly investing in digital marketing, reducing the need for traditional sales roles.

Software, Hardware, and Telecom roles, along with Healthcare roles, have also seen significant decreases in hiring demand, both on a monthly and annual basis, positioning these functions at the bottom of the hiring index.

The foundit Insights Tracker is a comprehensive monthly analysis of online job posting activity conducted by foundit. Based on a real-time review of millions of employer job opportunities culled from a large, representative selection of online career outlets, the foundit Insights Tracker (FIT) presents a snapshot of employer online recruitment activity nationwide.

About foundit – APAC & Middle East

foundit, formerly Monster (APAC & ME) is Asia’s leading jobs & talent platform offering comprehensive employment solutions to recruiters and job seekers across APAC & ME. In addition to a powerful AI-powered job search, foundit offers e-learning, assessments, and services related to resume creation, interview preparation, and professional networking. Since its inception, the company has assisted over 120 million job seekers across 18 countries in connecting them with the right job opportunities and upskilling. foundit is now also the Official Talent Partner of the Badminton World Federation across 20 key world tour events.

Over the last two decades, the company has been a leader in the world of recruitment solutions and has launched a cutting-edge solution to give recruiters access to passive candidates in addition to active ones. With the use of advanced technology, foundit is seeking to efficiently bridge the talent gap across industry verticals, experience levels, and geographies. Today, foundit is committed to enabling and connecting the right talent with the right opportunities by harnessing the power of deep tech to sharpen hyper-personalised job searches and offer precision hiring. Additionally, foundit has been recognised as a Great Place To Work, reflecting its dedication to fostering a supportive and dynamic work culture.

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Learn & Get Inspired at the Global STEM Confex

The Global STEM Education Confex is back for its 11th edition, hosted by IBEForuM, happening on 6-7 November 2024 promises to be an unparalleled platform for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and innovation among educators, researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders. Set against the backdrop of the stunning Millennium Plaza Downtown Hotel in Dubai, this premier event is designed to connect thought leaders and drive the future of STEM education.

This year’s Confex will gather top-notch speakers from around the globe, including 29 distinguished speakers and representatives from education ministries. With over 500+ delegates expected to attend from various countries, the conference is set to be a vibrant hub of ideas and solutions. The event is supported by 26 media partners and 22 sponsors, from across the globe with more to be announced

Event Highlights:

Engage with Policymakers and Industry Leaders: Collaborate to align STEM education with industry needs, ensuring a workforce equipped for future challenges.
Hands-on Workshops and Interactive Labs: Participate in immersive sessions that provide practical insights and applicable skills in STEM education.
Global Collaboration Opportunities: Network with educators, researchers, and innovators from around the world to discover potential partnerships.
Explore Cutting-edge Advancements: Stay informed about the latest technologies and educational tools transforming STEM learning.

Join us for this prestigious event, where STEM education and innovation meet to create lasting global impact. We look forward to welcoming you to Dubai!

Event Details:

Date: 6-7 November
Venue: Millennium Plaza Downtown Hotel, Dubai, UAE

About IBEForuM

IBEForuM is an International Organization with the goal of empowering global leaders to carve a better future. We are here to solve our shared global challenges through the power of collaboration. We help your business to build a sustainable future by synergizing ideas and infusing innovative solutions. Our insights and quality services help build trust and confidence giving birth to a ground-breaking alliance between academic research and practitioners thus helping them excel in this era of the digital revolution.Our extensive cross-industry connections bring together high calibre, industry leaders to provide the latest policy updates, strategic insight, and practical guidance. We deliver a broad range of industry-specific services that help create valuable relationships between our clients, their customers, employees, and regulatory authorities. We drive transformation by leveraging our cross-functional expertise across various domains. For more information, visit www.ibeforum.com.

Speaking and Sponsorship Opportunities:

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EdgePoint Malaysia launches First Digital Classroom under Connectivity for Communities (CFC) Program

Aiming to provide meaningful connectivity and promote digital literacy while bridging the digital divide.

EdgePoint Towers Sdn Bhd, part of EdgePoint Infrastructure, the ASEAN-based independent telecommunications infrastructure company, today launched its first digital classroom in Malaysia at Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Sungai Dua in Karak, Pahang. This launch represents the first of 2 digital classroom projects under its regional corporate social responsibility Connectivity for Communities (CFC) program. CFC aims to connect schools in underserved areas, providing them and its surrounding areas with access to the internet.

At the curtain drawing ceremony-Encik Hanad Yusuf- Chief Sales and Commercial Officer EdgePoint Towers (centre left) Yang Berusaha Tuan Zainal Bin Abas- Deputy Director General of Education Malaysia (centre right) Flanked by officials from the Ministry of Education Malaysia.

Executed in collaboration with our partners, including Impact Malaysia, this digital classroom will offer over 100 students between the ages of 5 and 12 a dedicated space for learning. It will be fully equipped with seamless and unlimited internet connection and will also provide students with various educational materials, interactive learning platforms, and multimedia content on their academic subjects and interests. The programme will also include capacity development programs for school staff to ensure the effective management and sustainability of the initiatives.

Yang Berusaha Tuan Zainal Bin Abas, Deputy Director General of Education Malaysia, said, “In addition to formal education, access to the vast resources available online will not only enhance children’s learning beyond a physical classroom, but also provide them with the right tools and technologies to further develop themselves as individuals. Our national commitment to digital inclusion means we collaborate with technology and knowledge partners to provide affordable and equitable access for all, and EdgePoint’s CFC programme supports the government’s efforts to develop digital-savvy Malaysians who are able to effectively contribute to society and in the long run, participate in the digital economy. We welcome public-private partnerships such as these which are crucial in realising our national ambitions.”

Muniff Kamaruddin, Chief Executive Officer of EdgePoint Towers, said, “Connectivity today is as essential as the utilities we use daily. As infrastructure providers we want to do our part in ensuring equitable access to connectivity for all students in Malaysia. By providing them with the right tools, technologies and digital resources we aim to empower these students and teachers, giving them platforms for bigger, brighter futures. The access to connectivity from infrastructure deployed here will also extend to the surrounding orang asli communities, giving them access to online health care, banking, government services, retail and gig opportunities. We hope this also opens doors for alternative income options allowing them to elevate their quality of lives. This is also in line with our commitment to connecting the unconnected and ensuring a digitally inclusive Malaysia”.

Tuan Ahmad Jafri Bin Dolah, Headmaster at SK Sungai Dua, Karak said, “This digital classroom will not only provide our students with access to the internet but change the way we teach entirely. We are now able to access online resources, participate in digital classes, collaborate and share ideas with other educators as well as provide e-learning and alternative materials to the children. We are not only imparting knowledge but also preparing them for the digital world and making them more well-rounded individuals. This elevates the quality of education we will be providing to the students from here on”.

Puan Nurul Azwa binti Mohamad Rodzi, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Impact Malaysia said, “Impact Malaysia’s goal is to continue to empower communities by focusing on youth development and enabling young people to take charge of their futures. Through partnerships such as these, we are able to advise on the locations or communities which are most in need of affordable, reliable and meaningful connectivity and subsequently bring lasting changes to them”.

Present at the unveiling of the digital classroom were Yang Berusaha Tuan Zainal Bin Abas, Deputy Director General of Education Malaysia (School Operations Sector), a representative for the Minister of Education; Yang Berusaha Encik Amzan bin Abd Malek, State Education Director of Pahang; Yang Mulia Tunku Dato’ Mahmood Fawzy bin Tunku Muhyiddin, Chairman of EdgePoint Malaysia Holdings and Encik Hanad Yusuf, Chief Sales and Commercial Officer, EdgePoint Towers; Tuan Mohd Razi bin Jaafar, Chief Financial Officer, Yayasan Didik Negara; Tuan Ahmad Jafri Bin Dolah, Headmaster of SK Sungai Dua; Encik Shahrizal Husin, Head of Development for Pahang State, Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC); Puan Nurul Azwa binti Mohamad Rodzi, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Impact Integrated, and senior management of MOE.

This is the fifth digital classroom EdgePoint is launching under the CFC programme, with a target to launch a total of 10 schools by the end of 2024.

About EdgePoint Infrastructure

EdgePoint Infrastructure is an ASEAN based independent telecommunications infrastructure company that aspires towards Building a Connected, Digital ASEAN. Headquartered in Singapore with operations in Malaysia, Indonesia and the Philippines, through EdgePoint Towers Sdn Bhd, PT Centratama Telekomunikasi Indonesia, Tbk and EdgePoints Towers Inc. respectively, the company is focused on providing sharable and leading-edge telecom structures, small cells and in-building systems. EdgePoint aims to be an industry leader through scale and innovation, driving operational efficiencies through the adoption of analytics and digital technologies.

Rolled out across Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines, the CFC programme is part of EdgePoint’s ongoing commitment to enhancing equitable access to connectivity across the region, especially in the underserved communities. In an effort to ensure the right communities benefit from these initiatives, EdgePoint has partnered with local organisations who understand the grassroots’ needs better in each country, allowing them to curate the right programmes towards improving connectivity and promoting digital literacy.

For more information on EdgePoint, please visit https://edgepointinfra.com.

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One World International School in Riyadh Signs Agreement With Liverpool FC International Academy Saudi Arabia

The collaboration aims to give opportunities to young football players in Riyadh

One World International School (OWIS) in Riyadh, a distinguished member of the Singapore-headquartered Global Schools Group (GSG), has teamed up with Liverpool FC International Academy Saudi Arabia to host their football training sessions which aims to give best opportunities to young football enthusiasts in Riyadh.

Liverpool Academy at OWIS
OWIS team joining hands with Liverpool team (left) to host football sessions

An agreement to collaborate on the hosting was exchanged between GSG Associate Director of Operations for OWIS Riyadh, Mr Parshvadeep Singh Rao, school Principal Ms. Shannon Pipes, Liverpool FC International Academy Saudi Arabia Manager & Riyadh Head Coach Mr Colin Wilson, and Business Development Manager Mr Shahrayar Khan.

Under the collaboration, OWIS Riyadh will be one of the host venues for top-notch training camps for students of the academy. The collaboration allows GSG to carry forward its vision of providing a holistic learning environment to students. GSG has 64 campuses in 11 countries.

“It is a momentous occasion for OWIS Riyadh to join hands with Liverpool FC International Academy Saudi Arabia,” said the GSG Deputy Chief Operating Officer for the Middle East region Mr Amol Vaidya. “With this academy, we hope to offer a promising opportunity for Riyadh’s talented football community. This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to nurturing young talents, helping them follow their passion and excel in life.”

Dr. Peter Coles, Executive Director of Liverpool FC International Academy Saudi Arabia stated: “We are very excited about our new partnership with the renowned One World International School (OWIS) in Riyadh. This collaboration offers young football enthusiasts in Riyadh the chance to develop their skills under top-tier coaching, aligning with OWIS’s commitment to nurturing well-rounded students who excel both academically and in their passions.”

The Liverpool FC International Academy at OWIS Riyadh will be open to children aged Under 6 – Under 10 Age groups, providing them with the platform to develop their skills and gain an edge in the highly competitive sport of football.

About One World International School
OWIS is part of the prestigious Singapore-based Global Schools Group (GSG), which educates students of over 70 nationalities. OWIS boasts a multicultural environment where students and teachers come from diverse cultural backgrounds. The school embraces a one-world philosophy that teaches the value of tolerance, acceptance, compassion, kindness and unity. OWIS has campuses in Singapore, Japan and India.

Contact Information
Rupali Karekar
Divisional Manager
rupali.karekar@globalschools.com
+6598734320

SOURCE: Global Schools Group

Parent Survey Ranks OWIS Nanyang Best School of IB and Diploma Programme in Singapore

Overall the school ranked in four best in class categories this week

One World International School Nanyang Campus was ranked as the Best IB school and best school for the IB Diploma Programme in Singapore this week, a reflection of the school’s dedication and commitment to academic excellence based on the values of kindness.

The campus also ranked among the Top three as the best British school in Singapore, and among top 4 in the best school in Singapore categories, according to findings by WhichSchoolAdvisor.com, rounding off the achievements which are updated on a weekly basis.

“We are thrilled to have been recognised for all the hard work and dedication put in by our fantastic team of educators and teachers,” said Mr Atul Temurnikar, Chairman and Cofounder of Global Schools Group – of which OWIS is a part. “We thank our parent community for their faith in us, and for voting us to the top.”

The rankings were determined through detailed parent surveys that assess a range of factors including school satisfaction, academic performance, value for money, recommendation likelihood and overall sense of belonging. It also took into account survey feedback and positive changes brought about by the schools.

Parents were encouraged to participate in the ongoing survey process to provide feedback and influence future rankings.

“Our inclusion in the list of the Best IB Schools in Singapore is a testament to our unwavering commitment to delivering top-tier education and support for our students,” said Mr James Sweeney, Head of OWIS Nanyang. “We are grateful to our parents for their invaluable feedback and continued support.”

One World International School, which has two campuses in Singapore, is among the top IB schools in the city-state, and has achieved this prestigious position by meeting and exceeding the expectations of its parent community. The school’s dedication to providing a nurturing environment where students thrive academically and personally has been highly endorsed by its families.

ABOUT GLOBAL SCHOOLS GROUP
Global Schools Group is an award-winning interconnected network of leading international schools that provides a world-class learning experience. With almost all leading international curricula including Cambridge, IB, American Common Core and CBSE among others, GSG offers one of the widest range of academic programmes available today. The network’s smart personalised learning systems and empowering methods with a serious commitment to superior pedagogy and best practices have won it over 600 awards, including the recognition for the Most Awarded Network of Schools. GSG’s One World International School, which has 7 international campuses, is one of the fastest growing IB schools in Asia.

Contact Information
Rupali Karekar
Divisional Manager
rupali.karekar@globalschools.com
+6598734320

SOURCE: Global Schools Group

Kyrgyzstan Education Ministry Partners Singapore’s Marshall Cavendish Education with Plans to Adopt Singapore Maths and Science Education Titles in the Country

The Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic has partnered with Singapore’s Marshall Cavendish Education (MCE) to introduce key training programmes and education resources to its schools throughout the country. The partnership seeks to instill key skillsets and content knowledge to strengthen teachers and students’ abilities for the 21 st century.

Kyrgyzstan is set to implement significant shifts in the hopes of increasing the educational quality and to increase the number of children that attend schools. The new titles by MCE will become available to over 2000 public schools and over 1.4 million students in the country. [1]

Marshall Cavendish Education’s English, Mathematics and Science series from kindergarten to grades 1 till 11 will soon be available in the local languages in Kyrgyzstan with its recent partnership with Okuu Kitebi Publishing House. Alongside the new syllabus and resources, MCE is set to conduct training and mentoring programmes that aim to support the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) competencies of teachers and students in subjects such as Mathematics and Science. Veteran educators from Singapore will present modules to help local educators and master trainers understand key concepts such as problem-solving skills and scientific inquiry, ultimately working towards inculcating a nationwide movement to achieve an improved and sustained academic performance regionally and internationally. The partnership will also include the introduction of artificial intelligence platform Cerebry, an engine and digital platform for teachers to integrate technology within their classrooms and enhance the learning experiences of the students. Unique questions and solutions are generated on demand, for each individual student.

The launch of the partnership hosted at Issyk Kul, one of the deepest lakes in the world, saw more than 200 attendees who are key stakeholders in Kyrgyzstan’s education ministry. It was also attended by Deputy Prime Minister Edil Baisalov, Minister of Education and Science of Kyrgyz Republic, Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, UNICEF Representative to the Kyrgyz Republic, Samman J. Thapa and CEO, Times Publishing Limited Siew Peng Yim.

”In this partnership, our key goal is to provide a strong and consistent support and motivation to our educators in Kyrgyzstan. Singapore had faced tremendous challenges in its journey to achieve success in creating a world class education ecosystem. Marshall Cavendish Education will use the lessons we had learnt from the Singapore education transformation journey to provide the necessary resources and we will also tailor-made our solutions for Kyrgyzstan to help your students to achieve academic success and more importantly to build their confidence and to enjoy learning once more,” shared Mr. Siew Peng Yim, CEO, Times Publishing Limited.

”The books published by Marshall Cavendish Education, which over its 60-year history have established collaborations with more than 90 countries and have been translated into 17 languages, are now available to us. We believe that the books they have published contributed to the journey Singapore has had with its education. After selecting, analyzing, and studying samples from many countries, we have decided to partner with MCE. We are ready to collaborate and aim for the partnership to bring Singapore educators to share their expertise on the education system” said Ms Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, Minister of Education and Science of Kyrgyz Republic.

About Marshall Cavendish Education

Marshall Cavendish Education (MCE) is a global education solutions provider dedicated to nurturing the joy of learning and preparing students for the future. We believe the best way to do so is by simplifying learning and listening to the needs of schools, teachers, students, and parents. MCE makes world-class educational content more accessible through a seamless experience that integrates both print and digital resources. We provide holistic and end-to-end solutions customised to the school’s requirements, with professional development to help educators implement the curriculum. We’ve worked with ministries, policymakers, educators, and parents in over 90 countries, designing education solutions in 14 languages for Pre-K to 12. MCE is the only Asia-based publisher that is an endorsement partner of Cambridge International Education.

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[1] https://www.unicef.org/kyrgyzstan/media/8021/file/Education%20Joint%20Sector%20Review.pdfSOURCE: Marshall Cavendish Education Pte Ltd

The Perse School (Singapore) to Launch New Campus in 2025

The Perse School (Singapore) (TPSS) has won the tender conducted by the Economic Development Board (EDB) and Singapore Land Authority (SLA) in the first half of 2024 to provide foreign system education on the site at 58 Chestnut Drive.

Under new leadership, led by CEO Johan Stromsater and school principal, Daniel Cross, TPSS targets a launch on the new campus in January 2025 with a future-focused Cambridge curriculum to equip students with academic, critical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership skills. TPSS is working towards ERF registration, and subject to regulatory approval, will open to students from 3-11 years of age from January 2025 and extend to include 12-18 years of age from 2026. This development marks the beginning of an exciting phase for TPSS as the new management seeks to offer a blend of British academic excellence, co-curricular opportunities, and pastoral care for students with fees starting at $22,750 per year.

“We are excited to bring The Perse’s long-standing tradition of excellence to the International School sector in Singapore at a fee level that will make a top tier British education attainable,” says Johan Stromsater, CEO of TPSS. “Our mission is to nurture happiness and success among our students, and we are committed to developing a diverse student community and an inspiring educational environment where every student can thrive.”

“Singapore’s diverse and high-quality selection of Foreign System Schools enhances our competitiveness as an attractive location for international companies and global talent. The Perse School (Singapore) will add to the landscape and serve the varied education needs of expatriate families here,” said Ms Ho Weng Si, Senior Vice President, Industry Manpower Development, EDB.

The leadership team comprises:

Johan Stromsater: CEO of Futuris Education and now CEO of TPSS, previously served as CEO of the Canadian International School in Singapore.
Daniel Cross: Founding Principal of TPSS, is relocating to Singapore from Cambridge after 24 years at The Perse School Cambridge, most recently as Senior Deputy Head. “I am thrilled to bring the rich traditions and academic excellence of The Perse School to Singapore. We aim to provide a world-class education that blends academic rigour with a modern, future-focused skills curriculum.”
Kephren Sherry will be the Head of Pelicans (Early years) and Junior School, with 28 years in education and 12 years in the international school system. “Joining The Perse School Singapore is an incredible opportunity to shape the future of education for thousands of children.”

Innovative Curriculum

TPSS will offer a comprehensive education from early years (3 years) to senior school (18 years). The school’s curriculum will prepare students holistically for the challenges and opportunities of the future, equipping students with academic rigour, critical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership skills. The Pelican Junior and Senior programs will follow the International Cambridge curriculum until iGCSE, with Years 12 and 13 adopting the International Baccalaureate (IB). The curriculum will have a strong emphasis on STEM subjects and bilingual programs, and will also integrate skills such as robotics, coding, and entrepreneurship into the core timetable.

State-of-the-Art Facilities

The new campus will be located at 58 Chestnut Drive, the former site of Chestnut Drive Secondary School. The campus is undergoing significant renovations to create a state-of-the-art learning environment, with facilities that will include modern classrooms, a multi-purpose sports field, and specialised arts, music, and drama learning spaces. The first phase of the development is expected to be completed in time for the school opening in January 2025, with further development phases planned outside of school term time throughout 2025.

Mission and Values of The Perse School Singapore

TPSS is under licence from The Perse School Cambridge International who will closely support the schools design and setup. With over 400 years of British academic excellence and heritage, the setup will be guided by a commitment towards academic excellence, extracurricular activity, and pastoral care to nurture well-rounded students. This is underpinned by The Perse core values of Endeavour, Intellectual Curiosity, Breadth and Balance, and Care for One Another and the Environment.

Ed Elliott, Head of The Perse School Cambridge, remarks: “The close collaboration between our campuses will ensure the consistent delivery of The Perse’s high standards and values. In a typical year, 40-50 Perse Cambridge pupils will receive offers from Oxford or Cambridge Universities. Perse Cambridge students received a combined 718 university offers this year, including 589 from the UK’s prestigious Russell Group universities. Our success in university placements stems from an excellent academic education, complemented by our commitment to individual personal development through extracurricular programs like our Perse Exploration Society. These initiatives prepare students for further education, employment and adult life. Offering pathways to higher education and careers has been a hallmark of The Perse for centuries, and we aspire to extend these opportunities to our students in Singapore.”

About The Perse School (Singapore)

The Perse School (Singapore), owned and operated by Future Education PTE LTD, offers an outstanding education affiliated with The Perse School Cambridge International. Perse Singapore’s focus is on academic excellence, extracurricular activity, and pastoral care to nurture rounded students. Our core values—Endeavour, Intellectual Curiosity, Breadth and Balance, and One Another and the Environment—guide and shape the school’s culture.

About The Perse School Cambridge

The Perse School offers an excellent academic education complemented by extracurricular programs like the Perse Exploration Society. For more details, visit www.perse.co.uk.

Contact: knsawtell@perse.co.uk or sdarmitage@perse.co.uk

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Airlangga Alumnus Provides Digital Journalism Inspiration

An alumnus of the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIP) of Airlangga University, Anak Agung Gde Bagus Wahyu Dhyatmika is inspiring others through digital journalism, according to a statement from the university on Thursday.

Anak Agung Gde Bagus Wahyu Dhyatmika. (ANTARA/HO-Airlangga University)

Wahyu, the CEO of Tempo Digital, is also active in the Alliance of Independent Journalists (AJI), which promotes press freedom and journalist welfare.In 1997-1998, the era of the student movement, Wahyu was active as a campus journalist. “So that was one of the experiences that finally forged my journalistic skills,” he said in the statement. “It happened to match what I learned in the lecture room.”After graduating from university, he began his journey as a journalist in Jakarta in 2002. As a field reporter, he had to move quickly and dynamically, covering news from various locations such as government offices, courts, police stations, as well as the Parliament.”It was an unforgettable experience when I could write 10 to 15 news stories a day on various topics,” he said. “At that time, it was not difficult because all the sources were in one place, so there was no need to go around. I was walking a little, meeting parliament members, and there was a lot of news.”In 2004, Wahyu continued his education at the University of Westminster, majoring in International Journalism and Media. After completing his studies, he returned to Tempo and tried to transform the world of digital media.He moved up the ranks of Tempo until he was finally entrusted with the post of CEO. Committed to maintaining Tempo’s independence and journalistic integrity, he began to develop Tempo as one of the early pioneers of digital media in Indonesia.”One of the characteristics of digital media is that the public is interactive. We can no longer just be one-way. The public must be involved, the public must be active, there must be engagement, and the editorial team must involve readers,” said Wahyu.Wahyu has been active in developing educational innovations through the YouTube channel Kok Bisa. He has also developed Tempo Witness, an innovative platform for empowering local or marginalized communities that collaborates with various community projects such as Internews’ Earth Journalism Network, Hivos, and the WWF.With this success, as an alumnus, Wahyu said he hopes that Airlangga University will continue to be a pioneer and symbol of openness. He wants to see Unair graduates spread across various sectors, becoming agents of change in every field they are engaged in.”Continue to be a fun, inclusive, open, non-dogmatic place to learn. The best campus is one that gives its students the opportunity to learn and make mistakes,” he added.Visit ALIT Indonesia : https://alitindonesia.or.idFor more information, please click: https://unair.ac.idEditor: Anton Santoso, Copyright (c) ANTARA 2024

OWIS Students Win Big at 10th SASMO Competition

Three winners are now ranked among Top 100 in Singapore

Students of One World International School Digital Campus won a number of medals at the recently held Singapore and Asian Schools Math Olympiad (SASMO), while competing against more than 55,000 students from more than 7,000 other schools.

One World International School, Singapore

Three of these winners are ranked in the Top 100 in Singapore and will have a choice to represent the country at the upcoming edition of Singapore International Math Olympiad Challenge (SIMOC) – a shot in the arm for OWIS Digital Campus which is part of Global Schools Group.

OWIS students won one gold, five silver and four bronze medals, alongside two honourable mentions at the Olympiad where students from more than 35 countries participated.

SASMO is one of the top Maths Competitions in Singapore which gives students a platform to showcase their acumen in the subject. The 19th edition of the Olympiad was held in June.

OWIS Grade 4 student Zhang Yimin was the Gold winner, while Yuan Iijma (Grade 7), Pranav Singh (Grade 4), Shubhang Silakari (Grade 5), Mihit Gajjar (Grade 5) and Chen Ziling (Grade 8) won Silver in their categories.

Pia Nahar (Grade 3), Samaira Mishra (Grade 4), Madhav Garg (Grade 6) and Harrish Mohan (Grade 3) were bronze medal winners. Song JaeJun and Shaan Malusare got honourable mentions.

All medal winners have qualified to participate in the prestigious 10th Singapore International Math Olympiad Challenge (SIMOC) to be held between July 20 to 23.

“This remarkable achievement reflects not just the talent of our students but also the academic excellence that OWIS has to help them achieve their levels of success,” said Ms. Angela Henderson, Primary head of school of OWIS Digital Campus. “The students’ success at SASMO 2024 not only brings honour to our school but also brings to light the dedication to holistic education, where academic rigour is seamlessly integrated with social, emotional and physical development.”

One World International School, one of the fastest-growing international schools in Asia, offers high-quality international education in a nurturing multicultural environment. OWIS Punggol Digital Campus aims to develop independent, inquiring, lifelong learners, while fostering internationally-minded individuals.

The campus is environmentally friendly, with facilities that include digital classrooms, indoor and outdoor sports arenas, a fully-equipped gym, a 200-metre running track, a stadium grandstand, outdoor basketball courts, adventure parks, and a multi-purpose hall for six badminton courts, 2 indoor basketball courts – all fitted with TV screens, videos and projectors.

ABOUT GLOBAL SCHOOLS GROUP
Global Schools Group (GSG), headquartered in Singapore, is an award-winning interconnected network of leading international schools across the world. Founded in 2022 to serve global communities with high quality education, GSG schools are truly global at heart transcending boundaries to provide a world-class learning experience through the scale, diversity and experience of its widespread network.

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ALIT Indonesia empowers marginalized children to improve their standard of living

Yuliati Umrah, a Political Science graduate from Airlangga University in Surabaya, East Java, founded the Arek Lintang Foundation (ALIT) Indonesia to empower marginalized children.

Yuliati Umrah (center) helps marginalized children in Indonesia improve their standard of living through her foundation, ALIT Indonesia (ANTARA/HO-Airlangga University)

Yulianti and five friends founded ALIT based on their commitment to handling social problems in the country, especially the issues related to exploitation and violence against marginalized children, Yuliati noted in a statement on Monday (July 15).

As a foundation engaged in the social sector, ALIT has a vision to achieve equality so that children can enjoy their rights. This vision will be achieved by improving the conditions of marginalized children and conducting advocacy to the government, both at the local and national levels.

ALIT was founded in Surabaya on April 22, 1999, as a response to several cases of violence and exploitation of marginalized children during the early days of Indonesia’s reformation. While in college, Yuliati was studying public policy in government, including political theory and social contracts, when she realized that several policies were still irrelevant, particularly to the situation and conditions of children.

“The birth of ALIT encouraged the central and regional governments to learn more about the contents of international legal standards so that they become part of government policy,” she explained. She cited several cases of school dropouts influenced by the many unemployed graduates of secondary and even higher education. To address this problem, she endeavored to voice more effective and relevant policy updates.

“Hence, I criticize the curriculum material in society that is not relevant, as it only takes up too much time, but it does not directly encourage children to have a good perspective,” Yuliati pointed out. After 25 years of contribution, ALIT Indonesia has eight branches in Surabaya, Bromo, Flores, Sumenep, Bali, Lombok, Jember, and Banyuwangi.

ALIT Indonesia also collaborates with various government and non-government institutions, both national and international. “Our collaboration is more with Western donors and the UN agencies for funding. Our non-funding collaboration is mainly with the government and universities, one of which is Airlangga University,” she remarked.

Dewa Dewi Ramadaya (DDRD), one of ALIT’s latest programs, is a collaboration between ALIT Indonesia and Kindermissionswerk, a Catholic children’s association, which aims to improve children’s life skills based on local culture to build resilience and sovereignty. DDRD takes place in Surabaya, Sumenep, Batu, Pasuruan, Jember, Banyuwangi, Gilianyar, and Sikka villages. ALIT cooperates with several relevant ministries to conduct the program.

“This program focuses on ensuring that children’s rights are fulfilled and encouraging villages to become more child-friendly by holding independent learning classes that include lessons on life skills, historical literacy, science, the environment, and local traditions,” she remarked.

After three years, the evaluation results from international evaluators prove that the program has been running well, with indicator results of 75-80 percent in each category. Yuliati hopes the government will also implement DDRD, as the program has proven influential in achieving the 17 SDGs, and village communities also feel they have benefited from the DDRD program.

“The villages use the hasta brata approach, or behavioral values of our culture. Hence, the basis is on cultural values. The DDRI achievement is extraordinary, and actually, the DDRD approach can be one of the patterns that can be developed in other countries too,” she remarked.

ALIT also collaborates with Airlangga University through field lecture practices (PKL) and research that can encourage the progress of villages assisted by the foundation. This has been successfully implemented in the Pasuruan Regency and Jember Regency.

“Many students who are accepted at the university are children who become village ambassadors in the DDRD program. When they graduate, the hope is that they can return to their villages and build villages and continue this DDRD program independently with their villages,” she noted.

“We do not expect that ALIT will open as many areas as possible. No, but the programs that we have successfully achieved, the impact on the communities we assist can be adopted by the local government,” she remarked.

Her role in the world of activism to fight for gender equality and protection and empowerment of children has also earned her several awards. Yuliati was previously included in the ranks of 80 World Strategic Leaders released by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. Her name appears next to Sri Mulyani, the finance minister.

Yuliati also received the Entrepreneur of the Year title by Ernst & Young in 2020. In addition, she is a member of the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP), selected by the US Government. She was also appointed as one of the two best Indonesian alumni of IVLP.

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