7 May 2023
We are delighted to share that forty-four Form 1 students from four local schools in the Pitas District, namely SMK Pitas, SMK Pitas II, SMK Pinggan-Pinggan, and SMK Kanibungan - have been selected for sponsorship under the Majora Education Foundation's (MEF) Program Bantuan Galakan Pelajar!
Pitas, listed as one of the poorest districts in Sabah, will benefit from this 5-year program, aiming to come alongside these students in a holistic way to support their secondary school journey and alleviate the financial burden of B40 families in the area.
The program's theme, Education First: For a Better Tomorrow, underscores the significance of education in personal and societal development. This initiative will extend until these students graduate high school, offering long-term support and guidance to help them succeed in their academic endeavors.
During the event, Ms Rachel Ongkili, representing the MEF Board of Trustees, spoke to the students and their families, encouraging them to study hard and reminding parents of their crucial role in supporting their child's education journey. The foundation is committed to ensuring that students in rural areas, especially those who face significant disadvantages, have access to a complete secondary school education.
We are excited to see the positive impacts this program will have on the lives of these students and their families. We wish these students all the best as they embark on this exciting journey towards a brighter future!