SRI AMAN – Sekolah Kebangsaan Melugu has been selected as one of four schools in the Sri Aman District to host the Digital Education Policy Professional Support Programme (DPD), an initiative organised by the Education Resources and Technology Division (BSTP) of the Ministry of Education Malaysia in collaboration with the Sarawak State Education Department.
The programme, held on 20 April 2026, was attended by senior education leaders, including the Director of BSTP, the Director of JPNS, the Chief Executive of Yayasan Didik Negara, and district education officers from Sri Aman, Betong, and Lubok Antu.
Principals and headmasters from across the district also joined, signalling strong support for the digitalisation agenda in education.
The initiative aims to strengthen the digital education ecosystem in line with the aspirations of the national Digital Education Policy.
Its focus is on ensuring the sustainable use of technology among teachers and students, particularly in rural schools where access to digital tools has traditionally been limited.
Key components of the programme included technical guidance and digital pedagogy training for educators.
Teachers were introduced to strategies for integrating technology into teaching and learning, with the goal of improving instructional quality and enriching student experiences.
Organisers emphasised that the initiative is not only about technological literacy but also about producing digitally fluent and globally competitive learners.
To support this vision, participating schools received donations of smartboards, laptops, and other digital learning devices. These contributions are expected to help bridge the digital divide, providing students in rural areas with greater access to modern educational resources.
The programme also highlighted the importance of professional development for teachers. Training sessions focused on equipping educators with practical skills to incorporate technology effectively into classroom practices, ensuring that digital tools are used to enhance learning outcomes rather than simply supplement traditional methods.
Officials noted that the four schools involved now stand on stronger ground in terms of digital infrastructure and teaching capacity.
Continuous support from BSTP will ensure that assistance is not limited to physical resources but also includes knowledge transfer, enabling long-term impact on grassroots education development.
The Ministry of Education reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive and sustainable digitalisation, stressing that the programme reflects a broader national effort to modernise the education system.
By combining infrastructure, training, and community support, the initiative aims to create a high-impact transformation that benefits both teachers and students across Sarawak.
