SELANGAU – The Sibu District National Anti-Drug Agency (AADK) has concluded a two-day Intellectual Spiritual Care Programme, known as Kem PINTAR 2.0, aimed at increasing awareness among primary school pupils about the dangers of drug abuse.
The programme, which ended on August 8, was organised with the cooperation of Sekolah Kebangsaan Sungai Bawang (SKSB) and the Selangau District Education Office (PPD).
A total of 55 Level Two pupils from schools in Zone 4 of the Selangau District took part in the camp, which was held at SKSB.
The programme brought together pupils from seven schools in the area. They included SKSB, Sekolah Kebangsaan Sungai Kemena, Sekolah Kebangsaan Sungai Tau, Sekolah Kebangsaan Bukit Arip, Sekolah Kebangsaan Ulu Sungai Arip, Sekolah Kebangsaan Kuala Pelugau and Sekolah Kebangsaan Iban Union.
Kem PINTAR 2.0 was designed to introduce children to the risks associated with drug abuse at an early stage of their education.
The programme also focused on strengthening the pupils’ ability to make responsible decisions and resist negative social influences.
AADK used a range of activities throughout the two-day programme to deliver its prevention messages in a way that could engage the pupils.
Among the activities were Latihan Dalam Kumpulan (LDK) sessions, an anti-drug exhibition, awareness video screenings and interactive games.
The pupils also took part in exploration activities during the camp, providing another opportunity for them to learn through participation rather than classroom-based sessions alone.
One of the activities involved the recitation of the Smart Child Pledge, which formed part of the programme’s effort to reinforce the importance of making positive choices and staying away from drug-related activities.
The use of different activities allowed the programme to address drug awareness from several perspectives while keeping the pupils involved throughout the camp.
The initiative reflects an emphasis on prevention and early education, with children introduced to information about the consequences of drug abuse while they are still at primary school.
For participating schools, the programme also provided an opportunity for pupils from different institutions within Zone 4 to take part in a shared educational activity.
The camp was carried out through cooperation between AADK, the education authorities and the participating school, demonstrating the involvement of several parties in delivering the awareness programme.
The closing ceremony was officiated by Jeremaiah Linggi Meruda, who represented the Selangau District Education Office officer.
His presence marked the conclusion of the two-day programme involving the 55 participating pupils and their accompanying teachers.
Representing the AADK District Head at the ceremony was Mohamad Farizal Mohamad Buang.
Also attending were Nyelang Papu, headmaster of Sekolah Kebangsaan Kuala Pelugau, and Joannes Lia Kunya, Senior Assistant Teacher for Administration at SKSB.
Mustahid Abdul Karim, Senior Assistant Teacher for Student Affairs at SKSB, was also present during the closing ceremony.
Ebijulson Daylvhie, the SKSB Guidance and Counselling Teacher, attended together with accompanying teachers from the participating schools.
AADK staff and members of the Sibu Anti-Drug Squad were also involved in the programme and attended its concluding ceremony.
The participation of the Sibu Anti-Drug Squad added an enforcement and prevention perspective to the educational activities conducted during the camp.
Kem PINTAR 2.0 was not limited to conventional talks, with the programme incorporating group activities, visual materials, games and exploration sessions to communicate its message to primary school pupils.
The approach was intended to make the subject of drug prevention easier for young participants to understand and engage with.
Early awareness is a key element of the programme, as the organisers sought to help pupils recognise the risks of drug abuse before they are exposed to more serious social problems.
The programme also placed emphasis on resilience, encouraging pupils to develop the confidence to reject harmful behaviour and make safer choices when facing negative influences.
Through the combination of education and interactive activities, the pupils were given opportunities to discuss, observe and participate in activities connected to the programme’s central message.
The involvement of schools from across Zone 4 also meant that the initiative reached pupils from several communities within the Selangau District.
The participating schools included institutions serving different areas of the district, giving the programme a wider reach among primary school pupils.
The two-day format allowed the organisers to conduct several activities instead of relying on a single awareness session.
The programme concluded with the official closing ceremony on August 8, attended by representatives from the education sector, AADK, participating schools and the Sibu Anti-Drug Squad.
With 55 pupils taking part, Kem PINTAR 2.0 provided a structured platform for introducing drug prevention messages to young students in Selangau.
The programme also highlighted the role of schools and relevant agencies in providing children with information that can help them recognise and avoid harmful social influences.
The organisers’ focus on early awareness and resilience was reflected in the activities conducted throughout the camp, including the group training sessions, exhibition, video screenings, games, exploration activities and Smart Child Pledge.
The conclusion of the programme at SKSB marked the end of the two-day initiative, which brought together pupils and educators from seven schools under Zone 4 of the Selangau District.
The programme was organised by the Sibu District AADK in cooperation with SKSB and the Selangau District Education Office.
